Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished Instruction Manual English
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- Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 1
Instruction Manual VSX-LX303 AV RECEIVER En Table of contents ≫ Connections ≫ - Connecting Speakers ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information ≫ Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 2
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ What's in the box 5 Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE 2) 53 Part Names 6 Connecting Antennas 54 Front Panel 6 Network Connection 55 Display 8 Connecting External Control Devices 56 Rear Panel 9 IR IN/OUT port 56 Remote Controller - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 3
Player settings 71 Menu list 98 Playing Back 72 Menu operations 100 Supported Audio Formats 75 Input/Output Assign 101 Play Queue 76 Speaker 105 and Asian models) 82 Full Auto MCACC 122 Multi-zone 83 Manual MCACC 123 Switch remote control mode (ZONE 2) 83 MCACC Data - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 4
Unit Updating the Firmware via Network Updating via USB Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations Troubleshooting When the unit is operating erratically Troubleshooting Appendix About HDMI General Specifications Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 130 132 132 133 133 134 136 138 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 5
AM loop antenna (1) 6. Power cord (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) *This document is an online instruction manual. It is not included as an accessory. • Connect are added by updating firmware or the service providers terminate their services. Also, available services may differ depending on your area. - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 6
Part Names Front Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏For details, see ( p7) 6 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 7
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. INPUT SELECTOR dial: Switch the input to be played. 2. MCACC indicator: This lights when you have enabled the speaker calibration made with MCACC. ( p122, p139) 3. FL OFF indicator: This lights when you have pressed DIMMER repeatedly to turn the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 8
Display 12 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 3 4 56 7 1. This may light when performing operations with the "NET", "USB" input selector. 2. Lights in the following conditions. Z2/Z3: ZONE 2/ZONE 3 is on. : Connected by BLUETOOTH. : Connected by Wi-Fi. NET: Lights when connected to - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 9
Rear Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 90° 180° ❏❏For details, see ( p10) 9 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 10
power link operation between the device and this unit. ( p57) 16. SPEAKERS terminals: Connect speakers with speaker cables. (North American models support banana plugs.) 17. SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack: Connect a powered subwoofer with a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 11
is used to operate RDS ( p82). 13. button: Returns the display to the previous state. 14. MODE button: Used to switch between automatic tuning and manual tuning for AM/FM stations ( p78), or operate the multi-zone function ( p83). 15. +Fav button: Used to register AM/FM radio stations. ( p80 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 12
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connections Connecting speakers 13 Connecting the TV 46 Connecting Playback Devices 49 Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) 53 Connecting Antennas 54 Network Connection 55 Connecting External Control - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 13
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting speakers You can select the layout of speakers to be installed from various patterns when using this unit. Use the following flow chart to select the speaker layout that suits your speakers and usage environment. You can check the connection - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 14
Speaker Installation 5.1 Channel System 23 6 *1 *2 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals. Surround - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 15
7.1 Channel System 23 6 *1 *2 5 *3 8 *1: 22° to 30°, *2: 90° to 110°, *3: 135° to 150° Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 7 This is a 7.1 Channel System that consists of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( p14) and added surround back speakers. Front speakers output the front stereo - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 16
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System A 5.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( your speakers and usage environment from the following three types. p14) and added height speakers. Select the height speakers that suit ❏❏ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 17
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example 8 7 3´ (0.9 m) or more *1 *2 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p14) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 18
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example 8 8 8 777 *3 *2 *1 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p14) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 19
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example 8 7 *1 *2 8 7 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p14) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added Dolby - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 20
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 7.1.2 Channel System A 7.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the 7.1 Channel System ( speakers and usage environment from the following three types. p15) and added height speakers. Select the height speakers that suit your ❏❏Front - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 21
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example bk 9 3´ (0.9 m) or more *1 *2 This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p15) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 22
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example bk bk bk 999 *3 *2 *1 This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p15) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 23
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example bk 9 *1 bk *2 *3 bk 9 9 This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p15) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 24
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.4 Channel System A 5.1.4 Channel System is a speaker layout combining 2 sets of the height speakers, 1 set of left and right at the front and 1 set of left and right at the rear, to the basic 5.1 Channel System ( p14). By installing the height - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 25
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Combination example when Top Front Speakers are used at the front About the top front speakers 8 7 (Example 1) Use top rear speakers at the rear 8 bk 79 *2 *1 *1: 30° to 55° The top front speakers are installed on the ceiling at front of the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 26
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ (Example 3) Use Dolby Enabled Speakers (Surround) at the rear 8 7 bk 9 The Dolby enabled speakers are the special speaker that the sound is emitted toward the ceiling, and have the effect the sound to come from above by reflecting the sound on the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 27
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Combination example when Top Middle Speakers are used at the front About the top middle speakers 8 7 Use rear high speakers at the rear bk 9 87 3´ (0.9 m) or more The width between the rear high speakers should match the one for the front - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 28
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Combination example when Front High Speakers are used at the front About the front high speakers 8 7 (Example 1) Use rear high speakers at the rear 3´ (0.9 m) or more 3´ (0.9 m) or more *1 *2 The width between the rear high - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 29
(Example 3) Use top rear speakers at the rear *4 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ *4: 125° to 150° The top rear speakers are installed on the ceiling at rear of the listening position, and the width between the left and right speakers is optimal to match the one for the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 30
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Combination example when Dolby Enabled Speakers (Front) are used at the front About the Dolby enabled speakers (front) (Example 1) Use top rear speakers at the rear bk 9 *3 78 8 7 *1 *2 *1: 22° to 30°, *2: 120° The Dolby enabled speakers are the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 31
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ (Example 3) Use Dolby Enabled Speakers (Surround) at the rear 8 7 bk 9 The Dolby enabled speakers are the special speaker that the sound is emitted toward the ceiling, and have the effect the sound to come from above by reflecting the sound on the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 32
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings Connections (Note) Speaker Impedance Connect speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω. If any of the speakers to be connected has an impedance of 4 Ω or more and 6 Ω or less, the setting is required - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 33
Connect the Subwoofer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ a a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. 33 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 34
5.1 Channel System 231 6 5 4 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) • Speaker Channels: 5.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Bi-Amp: No This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. For - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 35
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER MAIN ROOM 231 6 5 4 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 8 7 bk 9 "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) • Speaker Channels: 5.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: Zone 2 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 36
. Be sure to remove the jumper bar connecting between the woofer jacks and tweeter jacks of the Bi-Amping supported speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers as well. • Speaker Channels: 5.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Bi-Amp - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 37
7.1 Channel System 23 6 5 1 4 8 7 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) • Speaker Channels: 7.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Bi-Amp: No This is a 7.1 Channel System that - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 38
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 7.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER MAIN ROOM 23 6 5 1 4 "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) 8 7 ZONE 2 bk 9 • Speaker Channels: 7.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: Zone 2 • - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 39
. Be sure to remove the jumper bar connecting between the woofer jacks and tweeter jacks of the Bi-Amping supported speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers as well. • Speaker Channels: 7.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Bi-Amp - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 40
5.1.2 Channel System 8 7 231 6 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) 5 4 • Speaker Channels: 5.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: Select the type of height speaker actually installed. • Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 41
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER MAIN ROOM 8 7 231 6 "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) 5 4 ZONE 2 bk 9 • Speaker Channels: 5.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: Select the type of - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 42
. Be sure to remove the jumper bar connecting between the woofer jacks and tweeter jacks of the Bi-Amping supported speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers as well. • Speaker Channels: 5.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: Select the type of height - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 43
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 7.1.2 Channel System bk 9 231 6 5 4 "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) 8 7 • Speaker Channels: 7.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: Select the type of height speaker actually installed. • Height 2 Speaker: --• - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 44
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.4 Channel System bk 9 87 2 1 3 6 "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) 5 4 This is an example of combining the top middle speakers at the front and the rear high speakers at the rear to the 5.1 Channel System. The - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 45
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker combinations • Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected in either combination. Speaker Channels FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK 2.1 ch 3.1 ch 4.1 ch 5.1 ch 6.1 ch 7.1 ch 2.1.2 ch 3.1.2 ch 4.1.2 ch 5.1.2 ch 6.1.2 ch 7.1.2 ch - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 46
via an HDMI cable, and plays the audio of the TV on this unit. To check if the TV supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc. Does your TV support the ARC function? Yes • To ARC TV ( p47) No • To Non-ARC TV ( p48) 46 Front Panel≫ Rear - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 47
For detailed settings for TV connection, CEC function and audio output, refer to the instruction manual of the TV. (*) ARC function: This function transmits the audio signals of the if the TV supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc. TV 47 Front Panel≫ Rear - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 48
optical cable Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ If the TV does not support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), connect an HDMI cable and digital optical if the TV supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc. TV 48 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 49
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting Playback Devices Connecting an AV Component with HDMI Jack Mounted This is a connection example of an AV component equipped with an HDMI jack. When connecting with an AV component that conforms to the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 50
the output resolution of the player to 480i or 576i. If there is no option such as 480i, select interlace. If your player does not support 480i or 576i output, use the VIDEO IN jack. • To enjoy digital surround sound including Dolby Digital, set the audio output of the connected Blu - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 51
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting an Audio Component This is a connection example of an audio component. Connect a CD player using a digital coaxial cable or analog audio cable. You can also connect a turntable that has an MM-type cartridge to the PHONO jack. • If the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 52
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting a Video Camera, etc. Connect a video camera, etc. to the AUX INPUT AUDIO/HDMI jack on the front panel using an HDMI cable or stereo mini plug cable (ø1/8″/3.5 mm). a a HDMI cable Video camera 52 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 53
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE 2) You can enjoy 2-ch audio in the separate room (ZONE 2) while performing 7.1-ch playback in the main room (where this unit is located). - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 54
Connecting Antennas Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connect the antenna to this unit, and set up the antenna at the best position for listening while receiving radio signals. Attach the indoor FM antenna to the wall using push pins or adhesive tape. b (North American models) ( - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 55
. To connect by Wi-Fi, select "Wireless" for "4. Network Connection" in Initial Setup ( p140), select your desired setting method, and then follow the on-screen instructions. For the Wi-Fi connection, stand the wireless antenna for use. a a LAN cable 55 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 56
to this unit. For adopting a remote control receiver unit, contact the specialized stores. • For the type of cable required for connection, refer to the operation manual, etc. of the remote control receiver unit. IR Receiver 56 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 57
12V TRIGGER OUT jack Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ When connecting a device equipped with a TRIGGER IN jack such as a BD/DVD player to this unit, the device can be turned on or set to standby by interlocking the operation on this unit. When the desired input is selected on the unit - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 58
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord after all the connections are completed. • Be sure to connect the power cord to the AC IN of the unit first, and then connect it to the outlet. Always disconnect the outlet side first whendisconnecting - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 59
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Playback AV Component Playback 60 BLUETOOTH® Playback 61 Internet Radio 62 Spotify 64 AirPlay® 65 DTS Play-Fi® 66 FlareConnectTM 67 USB Storage Device 68 Playing back files on a PC and NAS (Music Server) 71 Play Queue 76 Listening - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 60
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ AV Component Playback You can play the audio from AV components, such as Blu-ray disc players through this unit. • When a TV is connected to the HDMI OUT SUB jack, press , and select "Other" - "HDMI Out" to switch between MAIN and SUB. Basic - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 61
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ BLUETOOTH® Playback You can wirelessly play the audio on a BLUETOOTH-enabled device, such as a smartphone. Basic Operations Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. Pairing 1. When you press the button, "Now Pairing..." is displayed on - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 62
NET will display the Network Functions list screen on the TV. 3. Select your preferred Internet radio service using cursor, and press ENTER to confirm the selection. 4. Following the on-screen instructions, select a radio station and program using cursor, and then press ENTER to play. • To return to - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 63
Menu You can bookmark specific stations, or delete stations that have been bookmarked. The displayed menu varies according to the service being selected. The menu icon is displayed while a station is being played. When only this icon is displayed, pressing ENTER will display the menu on - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 64
to NET, and Spotify will start the streaming playback. • If "System Setup" - "Hardware" - "Power Management" - "Network Standby" is set to "Off" in the Home, manually turn the unit on and then press NET on the remote controller. In the factory default setting, the Network Standby function ( p114) is - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 65
iOS device may be different. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the iOS device. Basic Operations Wi-Fi 1. Connect the "Power Management" - "Network Standby" is set to "Off " in the Home, manually turn the unit on and then press NET on the remote controller. In the factory default - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 66
service is displayed. Select the content to play, and perform operation according to the on-screen instructions. • If "System Setup" - "Hardware" - "Power Management" - "Network Standby" is set to "Off " in the Home, manually service, user registration may be required. • This unit does not support - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 67
service such as a music streaming distribution service, and music in the music library on a mobile device. Playing Back 1. Connect this unit and other devices supporting instructions. • If "System Setup" - "Hardware" - "Power Management" - "Network Standby" is set to "Off " in the Home, manually - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 68
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ USB Storage Device You can play music files stored on a USB storage device. Basic Operations TV's REMOTE INPUT Inputs TV HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 TV Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. 1. Switch the input on the TV to the input - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 69
storage devices. • This unit can use USB storage devices that comply with the USB mass storage class standard. Also the format of USB storage devices supports FAT16 or FAT32 file system format. ❏❏Device and Supported Format ( p70) 69 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 70
, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz • Quantization bit: 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit AIFF (.aiff/.aif/.AIFF/.AIF): AIFF files contain uncompressed PCM digital audio. • Supported sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz • Quantization bit: 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit AAC (.aac/.m4a/.mp4 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 71
and NAS (Music Server) Streaming play of music files stored on PCs or NAS devices connected to the same network as this unit is supported. • The network servers supported by this unit are PCs that incorporate players equipped with the server functions such as Windows Media® Player 11 or 12, or NASes - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 72
to play. 3. Make sure that the PC or NAS is properly connected to the same network as this unit. 4. Press NET to display the network service list screen. • If the "NET" indicator on the display blinks, the unit is not properly connected to the network. Check the connection. TV Network 5. With - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 73
press . • For music files on a server, up to 20,000 tracks per folder are supported, and folders can be nested up to 16 levels deep. • Depending on the type of following conditions. -- It is using a network service. -- It is playing a music file on a USB storage device. 73 Front Panel≫ Rear - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 74
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ • Depending on the version of Windows Media® Player, the names of items to select may differ from the above description. ❏❏Supported Audio Formats ( p75) 74 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 75
, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz • Quantization bit: 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit AIFF (.aiff/.aif/.AIFF/.AIF): AIFF files contain uncompressed PCM digital audio. • Supported sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz • Quantization bit: 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit AAC (.aac/.m4a/.mp4 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 76
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Play Queue When downloading Pioneer Remote App (available on iOS or Android™) to mobile devices, such as a smartphone and tablet, you can save your favorite playlist (Play Queue information) among music files stored in the USB storage device connected - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 77
Play Queue list, only "Play Now " is displayed. Sort and Delete 1. Select the "NET" input, tap the "Play Queue" icon, and enter the Play Queue service screen. 3. To delete a track, slide the track to the left until the trash icon changes to " ". If the device is on iOS, slide the " " icon - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 78
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Listening To the AM/FM Radio You can receive AM and FM radio stations on this unit with the built-in tuner. Tuning into a Radio Station Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. Tuning Automatically 1. Press TUNER repeatedly to select - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 79
, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception. Tuning Manually Note that if you tune manually, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception. 1. Press - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 80
Presetting a Radio Station Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Registration Procedure You can preset up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. After tuning in to the AM/FM radio station you want to register, perform the following procedure. 1. Press +Fav so that the preset number - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 81
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Selecting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors / to select a preset number. Deleting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors / to select the preset number to delete. 3. After pressing +Fav, press CLEAR while - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 82
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Using RDS (European, Australian and Asian models) RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a method of transmitting data in FM radio signals. In regions where RDS can be used, when you tune in to a radio station broadcasting program information, the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 83
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Multi-zone You can enjoy 2-ch audio in the separate room (ZONE 2/ZONE 3) while performing playback in the main room (where this unit is located). The same source can be played back in the main room and ZONE 2/ZONE 3 simultaneously. Also, different - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 84
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Switch remote control mode (ZONE 3) Setting the ZONE control mode (ZONE 3) Setting the main room control mode At the time of purchase, the remote controller is in the mode to control playback in the main room. Settings are required to playback a - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 85
Playing Back Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Set the remote controller to the ZONE control mode (ZONE 2/ZONE 3) ( p83, 84), and then perform the following operations. 1. Point the remote controller at the unit, and press . • "Z2" or "Z3" on the display of the main unit lights up. • - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 86
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Listening Mode You can change the listening mode during play by pressing repeatedly "AUTO/DIRECT", "SURR", or "STEREO". Selecting a Listening mode • Each of AUTO/DIRECT, SURR, and STEREO buttons stores the listening mode that was selected last. If - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 87
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ AUTO/DIRECT button Press repeatedly and the listening modes suited to the input signal are switched between "Auto Surround", "Direct", and "Pure Direct". After selecting one of them, "Auto Surround" (or "Direct" or "Pure Direct") is displayed, then - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 88
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Checking the input format and listening mode Pressing repeatedly will switch the display of the main unit in the following order. Input source and volume Listening mode Input format The display is switched in a few seconds. Sampling frequency Input - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 89
expanding the input signals from 2 channels or 5.1 channels to 5.1 channels or 7.1 channels respectively. As well as traditional speaker setups, this supports ceiling-embedded speakers and playback systems for Dolby Atmos that adopt the Dolby speaker technology. DTHD (Dolby Audio - TrueHD) This - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 90
on 5.1ch for Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel. It also supports low bit rates. • To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 91
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ DTS:X This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS:X audio format. The DTS:X audio format is a combination of the mixing method based on traditional channel based formats (5.1ch and 7.1ch) and object based dynamic audio mixing - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 92
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Selectable listening modes You can select a variety of listening modes according to the audio format of the signal to be input. • The Stereo mode can be selected with any audio format. • When analog signals are being input in the Pure Direct mode, the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 93
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format Multich PCM Listening Mode Stereo PCM*1 DSur DTS Neural:X Classical*2 Unplugged*2 Ent.Show*2 Drama*2 AdvancedGame*2 Action*2 Rock/Pop*2 Sports*2 Ext.Stereo*3 Ext.Mono*3 F.S.Surround *1 A center speaker or surround speakers need to be - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 94
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format Listening Mode DD Stereo DD*1 *2 DSur DTS Neural:X*3 Classical*4 Unplugged*4 Ent.Show*4 Drama*4 AdvancedGame*4 Action*4 Rock/Pop*4 Sports*4 Ext.Stereo*5 Ext.Mono*5 F.S.Surround *1 Cannot be selected when the input format - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 95
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format DTS Listening Mode Stereo DTS*1 *2 DSur DTS Neural:X*3 Classical*4 Unplugged*4 Ent.Show*4 Drama*4 AdvancedGame*4 Action*4 Rock/Pop*4 Sports*4 Ext.Stereo*5 Ext.Mono*5 F.S.Surround *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 96
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format DTS-HD HR Listening Mode Stereo DTS-HD HR*1 *2 DSur DTS Neural:X*3 Classical*4 Unplugged*4 Ent.Show*4 Drama*4 AdvancedGame*4 Action*4 Rock/Pop*4 Sports*4 Ext.Stereo*5 Ext.Mono*5 F.S.Surround *1 Cannot be selected when the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 97
Input Format Listening Mode DTS:X Stereo DTS:X Classical*1 Unplugged*1 Ent.Show*1 Drama*1 AdvancedGame*1 Action*1 Rock/Pop*1 Sports*1 Ext.Stereo*2 Ext.Mono*2 F.S.Surround *1 Surround speakers or height speakers need to be installed. *2 A center speaker, surround speakers, or height - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 98
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ System Setup Menu list You can configure advanced settings to have a more enjoyable experience with this unit. For operation details, refer to "Menu operations" ( p100). Input/Output Assign Speaker Audio Adjust Source TV Out / OSD HDMI Input Video - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 99
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Hardware Multi Zone Miscellaneous HDMI Power Management 12V Trigger A 12V Trigger B Zone 2 Zone 3 Remote Play Zone Tuner Remote ID Firmware Update Initial Setup Lock Change the settings for the HDMI functions. Change the settings for the power-save - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 100
Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on the remote controller to display the Home screen, then select System Setup with the cursors on the remote controller and press ENTER. Select the item - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 101
does not appear correctly, set this to "Off". When using a TV that supports 4K, video signals input at 1080p can be automatically upscaled to 4K for output is to be used • Select "Off" if your TV does not support 4K. Setting Item Default Value Super Resolution 2 OSD Language English Impose OSD - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 102
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ HDMI Input Change input assignment between the input selectors and HDMI IN jacks. Setting Item BD/DVD CBL/SAT GAME STRM BOX Default Value HDMI 1 (HDCP 2.2) HDMI 2 (HDCP 2.2) HDMI 3 (HDCP 2.2) HDMI 4 (HDCP 2.2) Setting Details "HDMI 1 (HDCP 2.2)" - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 103
: Assign a desired DIGITAL IN jack to the CD input selector. "COAXIAL", "OPTICAL 1", "OPTICAL 2" : Assign a desired DIGITAL IN jack to the TV input selector. • Supported sampling rates for PCM signals (stereo, mono) from a digital input are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz/16 bit, 20 bit - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 104
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Skip You can skip inputs to which nothing is connected when selecting them with the INPUT SELECTOR dial on the main unit or with the / input selectors on the remote controller. Setting Item BD/DVD CBL/SAT GAME STRM BOX HDMI 5 HDMI 6 AUX CD TV - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 105
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker Configuration Change the settings of connection environment of the speakers. Setting Item Speaker Channels Default Value 7.1.2 ch Subwoofer Yes Height 1 Speaker Top Middle Setting Details Select "2.1 ch", "3.1 ch", "4.1 ch", "5.1 ch", - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 106
"Front" will be fixed to "Large" and the low pitched range of the other channels will be output from the front speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers to make the setting. Set the low range capabilities for each channel by setting either small or large. "Small": For small speakers - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 107
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item Height 2 Surround Surround Back Default Value Small Small Small Setting Details Set the low range capabilities for each channel by setting either small or large. "Small": For small speakers whose low range capabilities may be limited " - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 108
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item Height 2 Left Height 2 Right Surround Right Surr Back Right Surr Back Left Surround Left Subwoofer Default Value 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m 10.0 ft/3.00 m Setting Details - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 109
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item Height 2 Right Surround Right Surr Back Right Surr Back Left Surround Left Subwoofer Default Value 0.0 dB 0.0 dB 0.0 dB 0.0 dB 0.0 dB 0.0 dB Setting Details Select a value between "-12.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB" (in 0.5 dB increments). A test - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 110
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Audio Adjust Dual Mono / Mono Change the settings of multiplex audio playback. Setting Item Dual Mono Mono Input Channel Default Value Main Left + Right Setting Details Set the audio channel or language to be output when playing multiplex audio - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 111
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Source Input Volume Absorber Adjust the volume level when there are differences in volume level among multiple devices connected to this unit. Select the input selector to make the setting. Setting Item Input Volume Absorber Default Value 0.0 dB - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 112
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item Fixed PCM Default Value Off Setting Details Select whether to fix input signals to PCM (except multi-channel PCM) when you select "HDMI", "COAXIAL", or "OPTICAL" in the "Audio Select" setting. Set this item to "On" if noise is produced - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 113
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item HDMI Standby Through Default Value Off Setting Details When this is set to anything other than "Off", you can play the video and audio of an HDMIconnected player on the TV even if the unit is in standby mode. Also, only "Auto" and "Auto( - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 114
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Power Management Change the settings for the power-save function. Setting Item Sleep Timer Auto Standby Auto Standby in HDMI Standby Through Default Value Off On/Off Off Setting Details You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 115
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 12V Trigger A Set when outputting the control signal (maximum 12 V/100 mA) through the 12V TRIGGER OUT A jack. Different settings can be set for each input selector. You can enable power link operation when you connect the unit and the external - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 116
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item PHONO TUNER NET USB FRONT Default Value Off Off Off Off Setting Details Set the 12V trigger output setting to each input. "Off": No output "Main": Output when "PHONO" is selected as input source for the main room. "Zone 2": Output when " - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 117
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 12V Trigger B Set when outputting the control signal (maximum 12 V/25 mA) through the 12V TRIGGER OUT B jack. Different settings can be set for each input selector. You can enable power link operation when you connect the unit and the external - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 118
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item PHONO TUNER NET USB FRONT Default Value Off Off Off Off Setting Details Set the 12V trigger output setting to each input. "Off": No output "Main": Output when "PHONO" is selected as input source for the main room. "Zone 2": Output when " - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 119
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Multi Zone Zone 2 Change the settings for Zone 2. Setting Item Output Level Volume Limit Power On Level Bass Treble Balance Default Value Fixed Off Last 0 dB 0 dB 0 Setting Details Select whether to adjust the volume on the premain amplifier in - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 120
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Miscellaneous Tuner Change the frequency step for the tuner. Setting Item AM/FM Frequency Step (North American models) AM Frequency Step (European, Australian and Asian models) Default Value 10 kHz/0.2 MHz 9 kHz Setting Details Select a frequency - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 121
MCACC Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setup the speakers automatically or make desired changes to the equalizer. You can also check the values set currently for each speaker setting. Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 122
. 4. The measurement results in step 3 are displayed. If there is no problem in the detection result of the speaker, select "Next" and press ENTER to the measurement, select "Next" and press ENTER, then follow the instructions. To not perform the measurement, select "Finish (Calculate)" and - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 123
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Manual MCACC EQ Adjust If you perform Full Auto MCACC then settings are automatic, but you can also adjust the output volume of the range of - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 124
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Setting Item Height 2 Left Height 2 Right Default Value 0.0 dB 0.0 dB Setting Details After selecting the speaker frequency from between "63 Hz" and "16 kHz" with the cursors / , adjust the volume of that frequency between "-12.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB" - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 125
make the adjustments while listening to something, press on the remote controller, and select the Preset you want to adjust in "AV Adjust" - "MCACC" - "Manual EQ Select" first. MCACC Data Check You can check the number of speaker channels connected and the content and values you have set for each - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 126
Network/Bluetooth Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Make settings related to network connections and BLUETOOTH. Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on the remote controller to display the Home screen, select Network/ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 127
• When switching between "On" and "Off(Wired)", stop the Network service. Also, when group playback is in process, cancel the group playback once cannot be changed. "Enable": Auto configuration by DHCP "Disable": Manual configuration without DHCP • If selecting "Disable", you must set "IP - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 128
be saved. As a means of improving the quality of our products and services, we may collect information about your usage over the network. Select "Yes switched automatically, set to "Off" and change the input manually. This function automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 129
enabled device in advance. For information on how to clear the pairing information, refer to the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled device's instruction manual. Displays the name of the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled device connected to the unit. • The name is not displayed when "Status - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 130
AV Adjust Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ You can quickly adjust the settings you frequently use, such as tone adjustments, etc. You can make the settings on the TV screen while playing something. Press on the remote controller to display the AV Adjust menu. Note - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 131
the acoustic environment of the room. • It cannot be set if the listening mode is Pure Direct. Manual EQ Select: From the Home screen, select "Preset 1" to "Preset 3" which were set in "MCACC" - "Manual MCACC" - "EQ Adjust". The same sound field setting is applied all ranges when set to "Off". • It - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 132
Wi-Fi Setup" to connect. DHCP: You can change DHCP settings. If you select "Off", set "IP Address", "Subnet Mask", "Gateway" and "DNS Server" manually. Proxy: Display and set the URL for the proxy server. 5. After changing the settings, select "Save" to save the settings. Device Information You can - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 133
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Firmware Update Updating Function on This Unit This unit has a function to update the firmware (system software) via network or USB port. This function can improve various operations and add various functions. • For the latest information on updates, - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 134
unit and the router are connected via the network Unplug and plug the power cords of this unit and the router. This may solve the problem. If you are still unable to connect to the Internet, the DNS server or proxy server may be temporarily down. Check the server operation status - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 135
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ • Others: After removing the power plug once, insert it to the outlet, and then start the operation from the beginning. ❏❏Updating via USB ( p136) 135 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 136
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Updating via USB • Prepare a 128 MB or larger USB storage device. The format of USB storage devices supports FAT16 or FAT32 file system format. -- Media inserted into a USB card reader may not be used for this function. -- USB storage devices equipped - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 137
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ If an Error Message is Displayed If an error occurs Error!" is displayed on the display of the unit. ("" represents an alphanumeric character.) Refer to the following descriptions and check. Error Code • -01, -10: The USB storage device cannot be - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 138
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations TV's REMOTE INPUT Inputs TV HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 When you turn the unit on for the first time after purchase, the Initial Setup screen is automatically displayed on the TV to allow you to make - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 139
automatically measured. 3. The measurement results in step 2 are displayed. If there is no problem in the detection result of the speaker, select "Next" and press ENTER to output , select "Next" and press ENTER, then follow the instructions. To not perform 139 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 140
of the access point is not displayed, select "Other..." with the cursor on the SSID list screen, press ENTER, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Keyboard Input To switch between upper and lower cases, select "A/a" on the screen, and press ENTER on the remote controller. Press +Fav on the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 141
≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting Before starting the procedure Problems may be solved by simply turning the power Resetting the unit (this resets the unit settings to the default) 142 Troubleshooting 143 Power 143 Audio 143 Listening Modes 145 Video 146 - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 142
STANDBY/ON button of the main unit for at least 5 seconds, and then restart the unit. (The settings on this unit are kept.) If the problem persists after restarting the unit, unplug and plug the power cords of this unit and connected devices. ❏❏Resetting the unit (this resets the unit settings - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 143
≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting Power ❏❏Cannot mode to check the unit for abnormality. As the result, if no problem is found, "AMP Diag Mode" on the display disappears. Then, you to which the TV is connected. • If the TV does not support the ARC function, along with the connection by an HDMI cable, - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 144
terminal to which the player is connected. • Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those supporting DVD, the default setting may be off. • For some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu. ❏❏A speaker produces - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 145
controller several times to switch the display of the main unit, and you can check the input format. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ❏❏Cannot select a desired listening mode • Depending on the connection status of the speaker, some listening modes - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 146
a TV. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above. this case, the TV does not support the resolution of the video input from to set HDMI linking on the CEC-compliant device. Check the instruction manual. • When connecting a Sharp brand player or recorder to the - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 147
the BLUETOOTH-enabled device may be effective. • BLUETOOTH-enabled devices must support the A2DP profile. • Because a radio wave interference will occur, BLUETOOTH connection may not be possible. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ❏❏Cannot connect with - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 148
problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ❏❏Cannot access the Internet radio • In the case the service provider has terminated the service, the network service and if the format distributed from the radio station is supported by this unit. • Depending on ISP, setting the proxy server is required - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 149
. • Connection to an SSID that includes multi-byte characters is not supported. Set the SSID of the wireless LAN router using single-byte alphanumeric those problems by changing the channel of your wireless LAN router. For instructions on changing channels, refer to the instruction manual supplied - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 150
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Multi-zone function (for compatible models only) ❏❏Cannot ZONE-output the audio of externally connected AV components • To output audio from an externally connected AV component to ZONE 2, use either a digital coaxial cable, digital optical cable or - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 151
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏The measurement results of Full Auto MCACC show different distances to the speakers from the actual ones • Depending on the speakers you are using, some errors may occur in the measurement results. If this is the case, make the settings in "System - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 152
Even if this unit is in standby mode, the input signals from AV components can be transmitted to the TV. Deep Color: By connecting devices supporting Deep Color, video signals input from the devices can be reproduced on the TV with even more colors. x.v.Color™: This technology reproduces even more - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 153
TrueHD, DTS, DTS:X, DTSHD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio DSD: Supported sampling rates: 2.8 MHz Your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player must also support the HDMI output of the above audio formats. Supported resolutions HDMI IN1 to IN6: • Copyright protection technology: HDCP1.4/HDCP2.2 • Color - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 154
OUT) 80 dB (IHF-A, PHONO IN, SP OUT) Speaker Impedance 4 Ω - 16 Ω Headphone Rated Output 85 mW + 85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Supported impedance of Headphones 8 Ω - 600 Ω Headphones Frequency Response 10 Hz - 100 kHz Video Section Signal level 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite Video) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 155
method FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum) Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles A2DP 1.2 AVRCP 1.3 HOGP-Host (Client) HOGP-HID Device (Server) HID Service (HIDS) Supported Codecs SBC AAC Transmission range (A2DP) 20 Hz - 20 kHz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz) Maximum communication range Line of sight approx - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 156
IN1 (BD/DVD) Composite IN1 (CBL/SAT), IN2 (STRM BOX) Supported input resolutions HDMI input 4K, 1080p/24, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p/ to the TV is the same resolution as the input. When using a TV that supports 4K, 1080p HDMI video signals can also be output as 4K. Audio Inputs Digital OPTICAL - Pioneer VSX-LX303 A/V Receiver Refurbished | Instruction Manual English - Page 157
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