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- Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 1
Instruction Manual VSX-LX304 AV RECEIVER En Table of contents ≫ Connections ≫ - Connecting Speakers ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information ≫ Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 2
B) 59 Front Panel 10 Connecting Antennas 60 Display 12 Network Connection 61 Rear Panel 13 Connecting External Control Devices 62 Radio 68 Connecting Playback Devices 54 Playing Back 68 Connecting an AV Component with HDMI Jack Spotify 70 Mounted 54 AirPlay® 71 Connecting - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 3
a Radio Station 90 USB Storage Device 75 Using RDS (European, Australian and Asian models) 92 Basic Operations 75 Multi-zone 93 Device and Supported Format 77 Playing Back (ZONE 2) 94 Playing back files on a PC and NAS (Music Server) 78 Playing Back (ZONE 3) 96 Windows Media® Player - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 4
Auto MCACC Manual MCACC MCACC Data Check Network/Bluetooth Menu operations Network Bluetooth AV Adjust Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Web Setup 158 Menu operations 158 120 120 122 123 Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations Troubleshooting 159 159 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | 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 speakers from the connection with equipment manufactured by other companies. • Network services and content that can be used may no longer be - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 6
This unit is equipped with a function to update the firmware via network or USB port when the firmware update is announced after purchase. If functions are added or changed from contents described in the Instruction Manual, see the following reference. Supplementary Information ≫ ❏❏Firmware Update - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 7
Check that the unit is turned on, and the connection to the Internet is secured. • Turn off the controller components (PC etc.) connected to the network. • Stop any playing Internet radio, USB storage device, or server content. • If the multi-zone function is active, turn it off. • If "HDMI CEC" is - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 8
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 with your Internet service devices supports FAT16 or - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 9
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 6. Select "System Setup" - "Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Update via USB" with the cursors in order, then press ENTER. the firmware file is for another model. Retry from the download of the firmware file. • Others: After removing the power - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 10
Part Names Front Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏For details, see ( p11) 10 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 11
p136) -- USB Power Out at Standby ( p138) -- Network Standby ( p138) -- Bluetooth Wakeup ( p138) 10. p148, 160) 11. Remote control sensor: Receives signals from the remote controller. • The signal to USB devices while in the standby mode is not supported. ( p75) 21. AUX INPUT AUDIO/HDMI jack: - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 12
connected to the network with the "NET" input selector. It will blink if incorrectly connected to the network. USB: Lights Asian models): Receiving RDS broadcasting. TUNED: Receiving AM/FM radio. STEREO: Receiving FM stereo. 10. Speaker/Channel display: Displays the output channel that corresponds - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 13
Rear Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 90° 180° ❏❏For details, see ( p14) 13 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 14
system, contact the specialized stores. 6. HDMI IN jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with a HDMI cable connected to an AV component. 7. NETWORK port: Connect to the network with a LAN cable. 8. USB port: A USB storage device is connected so that music files stored in it can be played - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 15
). If the unit is switched to "CEC MODE" using "21. MODE button" , an HDMI CEC function-enabled AV component can be operated. (Depending on the device, operation may not be possible.) 5. (AV ADJUST) button: Settings such as "HDMI" and "Audio" can be made quickly during play on the TV screen - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 16
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 21. MODE button: Switches between automatic tuning and manual tuning for AM/FM stations ( p88). Also, when an HDMI CEC function-enabled AV component is connected to this unit, you can switch "4. Play buttons" between "CEC MODE" and "RCV MODE" (normal - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 17
Connecting speakers 18 Connecting the TV 51 Connecting Playback Devices 54 Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) 57 Connecting ZONE B 59 Connecting Antennas 60 Network Connection 61 Connecting External Control Devices 62 Connecting the Power Cord 64 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 18
2 set of Height Speakers • 5.1.4 Channel System ( p49) No • 5.1 Channel System ( p39) • 5.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER ( p40) • 5.1 Channel System (Bi-Amping the Speakers) ( p41) • 7.1 Channel System ( p42) • 7.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER ( p43) • 7.1 Channel System (Bi-Amping the Speakers - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 19
System 23 6 a b 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. - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 20
23 6 a b 5 c 8 a: 22° to 30°, b: 90° to 110°, c: 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 ( p19) and added surround back speakers. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 21
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. ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example ( p22) ❏❏ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 22
Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example 8 7 3´ (0.9 m) or more a b 8 7 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added front high speakers - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 23
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example 8 8 8 777 c b a This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 24
Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example 8 7 a b 8 7 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added Dolby enabled speakers - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 25
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. ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example ( p26) ❏❏Ceiling - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 26
Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example bk 9 3´ (0.9 m) or more a b This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p20) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added front - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 27
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example bk bk bk 999 c b a This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p20) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top front - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 28
≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example bk 9 a bk b c bk 9 9 This is a system with the 7.1 channel system ( p20) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added Dolby - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 29
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 ( p19). Installing the height speakers will enrich the sound field feeling in the upper space. Combination of 2 height speakers can be selected from following - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 30
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 b a a: 30° to 55° The top front speakers are installed on the ceiling at front of the listening - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | 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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 32
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 33
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 a b The width between the rear high - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 34
(Example 3) Use top rear speakers at the rear d Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ d: 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 front - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 35
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 c 78 8 7 a b a: 22° to 30°, b: 120° The Dolby enabled speakers are the - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 36
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 37
the Speaker Cables 1/2˝ (12 mm) Make correct connection between the unit's jacks and speaker's jacks (+ side to + side, and - side to - side) for each channel. If the connection is wrong, a bass sound will not be reproduced properly due to reverse phase. Twist the wires exposed from the tip of the - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 38
„„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. 38 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 39
2 Speaker Zone 2 Preout Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. For details of the speaker layout, refer to "Speaker Installation" ( p19). • Speaker Channels: 5.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Zone - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 40
above ZONE 2 ZONE 3 8 7 bk 9 MAIN ROOM: This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. For details of the speaker layout, refer to "Speaker Installation" ( p19). played back in both rooms. To output audio from an externally connected AV component to ZONE 3, use an analog audio cable for connection. Note - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 41
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 • Zone 2 Preout: Set any - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 42
during Initial Setup ( p160) Speaker Setup Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Zone 2 Preout Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above • Speaker Channels: 7.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No • Zone 2 Preout: Set any value ( p128) • Bi-Amp: No - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 43
Setup ( p160) Speaker Setup Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Zone 2 Preout Zone 2 Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above • Speaker Channels: 7.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: Zone 2 • Zone 2 Preout: Zone 2 • Bi-Amp: No • Speaker Impedance - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 44
highfrequency For lowfrequency You can configure a 7.1 Channel System ( p20) by connecting front speakers that support Bi-Amping connection. The Bi-Amping connection can jacks and tweeter jacks of the Bi-Amping supported speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers as well. "Speaker - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 45
Speaker Setup 5.1.2 ch Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Front High Zone 2 Preout Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above This is a combination of the 5.1 Channel System and front high speakers. A front high speaker is a type of height speaker. You can select only one set of height speakers - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 46
) Speaker Setup 5.1.2 ch Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Zone 2 Preout Front High Zone 2 Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above • Speaker Channels: 5.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: --• Height 2 Speaker: Select the type of height speaker actually installed. • Zone Speaker: Zone - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 47
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 speaker actually - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 48
( p160) Speaker Setup 7.1.2 ch Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Front High Zone 2 Preout Zone 2 Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above • Speaker Channels: 7.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height 1 Speaker: Select the type of height speaker actually installed. • Height 2 Speaker: --• Zone Speaker: No - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 49
9 87 2 1 3 6 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 height speakers in front can be selected from following 4 types. The height speakers that can be combined at the rear differ depending on - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 50
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 51
on whether the TV supports the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function or not. The ARC function transmits the audio signals of the TV 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 52
to display the Home screen, then set "System Setup" "Hardware" - "HDMI" - "Audio Return Channel" to "On". ( p137) • For detailed settings for TV connection, CEC function and audio output, refer to the instruction manual of the TV. TV (*) ARC function: This function transmits the audio signals of - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 53
≫ Setup ≫ If the TV does not support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), connect an HDMI cable and digital button ( p15) on the remote controller or "AV Adjust" ( p156). Note that this jack is supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc. TV 53 Front - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 54
HDMI CEC function (*) that enables linking with input selectors, etc. and the HDMI Standby Through function that can transmit video and audio signals of the AV component to the TV even if this unit is in standby mode. • If a 4K high-quality video is played, use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 55
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 56
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 56 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 57
you can play the video and audio of the same Blu-ray Disc player or another AV component on the TV equipped with an HDMI IN jack in a separate room (ZONE IN1 to IN3 jacks of this unit. • The audio from externally connected AV components can be output only when the signal is 2ch PCM audio. It may - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 58
component is connected to this unit with a digital coaxial cable or digital optical cable, change the audio output of the AV component to the PCM output. Setup • Settings are required to output audio to ZONE 2. Press on the remote a controller to display the Home screen, then - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 59
IN jack of the pre-main amplifier or the transmitter of the wireless headphones. For playback, press the button on the remote controller to display "AV Adjust", and select the audio output destination. ( p97) 1.005 mm Setup • A setting must be made in order to output the audio to ZONE B. Press on - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 60
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) (European, Australian and - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 61
LAN cable as shown in the illustration. To connect by Wi-Fi, select "Wireless" for "5. Network Connection" in Initial Setup ( p161), select your desired setting method, and then follow the on-screen instructions. To configure the setting on the System Setup menu after the completion of Initial Setup - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 62
by connecting other devices 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 62 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 63
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 64
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord after all the connections are completed. • This unit includes a removable power cord. Be sure to connect the power cord to the AC IN of the unit first, and then connect it to the outlet. Always - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 65
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Playback AV Component Playback 66 BLUETOOTH® Playback 67 Internet Radio 68 Spotify 70 AirPlay® 71 DTS Play-Fi® 73 FlareConnectTM 74 USB Storage Device 75 Playing back - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 66
as Blu-ray disc players through this unit. • When a TV is connected to the HDMI OUT SUB jack, use the HDMI MAIN/SUB button or "AV Adjust" ( Basic Operations p156) to switch between MAIN and SUB. TV's REMOTE INPUT TV Inputs TV HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Perform the following procedure when this - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 67
among the devices displayed. If a password is requested, enter "0000". • This unit is displayed as "Pioneer VSX-LX304 XXXXXX". This display can be changed with the Friendly Name function ( p153) or the Pioneer Remote App (can be used with the iOS or Android™). • To connect another BLUETOOTH-enabled - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 68
connected to the unit. 2. Pressing 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 69
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 70
Spotify Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how. 70 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 71
to the operating instructions for the iOS - "Network Standby" is set to "Off " in the Home, manually turn network beforehand. Then, press NET on this unit. Next, click the AirPlay icon in iTunes, select this unit from the displayed devices, and start play of a music file. iPhone Pioneer VSX-LX304 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 72
) Wi-Fi iPhone Pioneer VSX-LX304 XXXXXX Pioneer XXXXXXXX Pioneer XXXXXXXX e.g., iOS 11.4 This unit supports AirPlay2. If the version "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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 73
such as a music streaming distribution 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 turn the unit on and then - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 74
, music from an Internet radio or network audio 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 FlareConnect to the same network. 2. Download Pioneer Remote App from App Store or - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 75
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 76
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 ( p77) 76 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 77
supports supported, and folders can supported. Do not connect these devices to the unit. • USB storage devices with security functions are not supported Supported Audio Formats This unit supports • Supported sampling rates • Supported sampling rates Supported formats: DSF/DSDIFF • Supported supports - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 78
on a PC 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 79
® Player 12, or NAS device) containing the music files 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 80
music files stored on your PC by operating the PC in your home network. The unit supports remote playback via Windows Media® Player 12. To use the remote playback the following conditions. -- It is using a network service. -- It is playing a music file on a USB storage device. 80 Front Panel≫ Rear - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 81
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 ( p82) 81 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 82
, 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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 83
Play Queue information is effective until the power cord of this unit is removed from the outlet. Initial Setup 1. Connect this unit to your home network by the network settings on this unit. 2. Download Pioneer Remote App from App Store or Google Play™ Store. 3. Connect the mobile device to the - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 84
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 85
as the unit. 4. The unit is automatically displayed when you start the Pioneer Remote App. Tap the unit when displayed to select it. 5. Tap "NET" or "NETWORK" at the top of the Pioneer Remote App screen, and Available services may differ depending on your area. 6. Enter the information required for - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 86
Sonos Connect, you can play your unit through other Sonos devices in the network in the same group, or you can just play on your unit. . • You can also connect with a digital cable. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the Sonos. • You can rename the input that is displayed on the unit to - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 87
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Output Zone: With the cursors / , select the ZONE where you want to listen to the music. "Main": Outputs audio only to the main room (where this unit is located). "Zone 2": Outputs audio only to the separate room (ZONE 2). "Main/Zone 2": Outputs audio - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 88
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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 89
, 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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 90
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 91
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 92
match the content delivered by the station. 3. When a station is found, the station blinks on the display. Pressing the ENTER button in this state will receive that station. If you don't press the ENTER button, the unit starts to search for another station. • If no stations are found, the message - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 93
to "BLUETOOTH". You cannot select different stations of AM/FM broadcasts for the main room and separate room. Pioneer Remote App is useful for the multi-zone playback operation. Download Pioneer Remote App (available on iOS or Android™) to a mobile device, such as a smartphone and tablet to use it - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 94
ZONE 2 to on while the unit is in standby also switches the playback mode to playback in a separate room only. • The audio from externally connected AV components can be output to ZONE 2 only when the audio is analog or 2 ch PCM signal. When the - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 95
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ cable, change the audio output of the AV component to the PCM output. • When video and audio via HDMI input are output to ZONE 2, set "Input/Output Assign" - "TV Out / OSD" - "Zone 2 HDMI" ( - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 96
on while the unit is in standby also switches the playback mode to playback in a separate room only. • For ZONE 3 output, audio from externally connected AV components can be output only when it is an analog audio signal. • DSD audio signals cannot be output to ZONE 3 when selected with the "NET - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 97
"B" on the display of the main unit lights up. 3. Start play on the AV component. 4. Adjust the sound volume on the pre-main amplifier, etc. of ZONE B. • When "Zone 2 Preout" is set to "Zone B" and "Audio" - "Zone B" at AV Adjust is set to "On (A + B)", the output of ZONE A is as shown below. -- - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 98
and call a registered setting in a single operation. e.g.) Pressing the PERSONAL PRESET button will automatically switch the input selector to "TUNER" to receive the registered station. Also, the listening mode and volume level are switched as registered. Perform the following steps in the state of - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 99
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Settings that can be registered The following settings can be registered with PERSONAL PRESET. -- Input selector (Network service or AM/FM radio stations can also be registered.) -- Listening mode -- Volume level (Upper limit "-32 dB") (When ZONE 2/ZONE - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 100
Adjusting the tone Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Adjusting TREBLE/BASS You can adjust the sound quality of the speakers. 1. Press TONE repeatedly to select Treble or Bass and adjust the content. Treble: Enhances or moderates the high-tone range of the speakers. Bass: Enhances or - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 101
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Adjusting SUBWOOFER Adjust the speaker level of the subwoofer while listening to the sound. 1. Press SW. 2. Press + or - to adjust the level between "-15.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB". • If you set the unit to the standby mode, the adjustments you made will be - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 102
Sleep Timer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the specified time has elapsed. Press SLEEP button on the remote controller to select the time from "30 min", "60 min" and "90 min". "Off": The unit does not automatically enter - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 103
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 104
Direct") is displayed, then the most suitable listening mode for the audio format is selected automatically (DTS for multichannel input signals, Stereo for 2 channel input signals, etc.) and an indicator such as "DTS" is displayed on the display. „„SURR button By pressing repeatedly you can select - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 105
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. • The display content for the BLUETOOH input is different. • Not all the information is necessarily displayed. Input source - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 106
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker Layouts and Selectable Listening Modes See the following table for selectable listening modes for each speaker layout. Listening mode Speaker layout (ch) 2.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.1 7.1 2.1.2 3.1.2 4.1.2 5.1.2 6.1.2 7.1.2 4.1.4 5.1.4 DD (Dolby - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 107
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Listening mode DTS ES Discrete (DTS-ES Discrete) ES Matrix (DTS-ES Matrix) DTS 96/24 DTS-HD HR (DTS-HD High Resolution) DTS-HD Master (DTS-HD Master Audio) DTS Express DTS:X DTS Neural:X Speaker layout (ch) 2.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.1 7.1 2.1.2 3.1.2 4.1.2 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 108
) Speaker layout (ch) 2.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.1 (*1) (*1) (*1) (*1) (*1) (*1) (*1) (*2) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*5) (*4) *1: Reproduced with the sound field according to the number of channels of input signals. *2: Not output from surround back speakers or height speakers. *3: Not - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 109
Suitable for classical or operatic music. This mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the sound image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall. „„ Atmos (Firmware version before supporting Atmos 2.0, etc.) Selectable at the time of inputting Dolby Atmos audio - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 110
set audio output on the player to Bitstream output. „„ DSur (Dolby Audio - Surr) (Firmware version before supporting DSur 2.0, etc.) This listening mode expands actual channels to more channels for playback according to the configuration of the connected speakers by expanding the input signals from - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 111
is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 112
is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for DVD-Video and Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 6.1 channels with a monaural surround back channel added. • To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 113
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Formats and 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 114
Atmos Classical Unplugged Ent.Show Drama AdvancedGame Action Rock/Pop Sports Ext.Stereo Ext.Mono F.S.Surround*2 *1 With the firmware version before supporting Atmos 2.0, etc., you can select the DD+ or DTHD listening mode when surround back speakers or height speakers are not connected - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 115
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format Listening Mode DD Stereo DD*1 *2 DSur Classical*3 Unplugged*3 Ent.Show*3 Drama*3 AdvancedGame*3 Action*3 Rock/Pop*3 Sports*3 Ext.Stereo*4 Ext.Mono*4 F.S.Surround*5 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is 2 ch. *2 A - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 116
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format Listening Mode DTS Stereo DTS1 2 DTS Neural:X3 Classical4 Unplugged4 Ent.Show4 Drama4 AdvancedGame4 Action4 Rock/Pop4 Sports4 Ext.Stereo5 Ext.Mono5 F.S.Surround6 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 117
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Input Format Listening Mode DTS-HD HR Stereo DTS-HD HR1 2 DTS Neural:X3 Classical4 Unplugged4 Ent.Show4 Drama4 AdvancedGame4 Action4 Rock/Pop4 Sports4 Ext.Stereo5 Ext.Mono5 F.S.Surround6 *1 Cannot be selected when the - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 118
Input Format Listening Mode DTS:X Stereo DTS:X Classical1 Unplugged1 Ent.Show1 Drama1 AdvancedGame1 Action1 Rock/Pop1 Sports1 Ext.Stereo2 Ext.Mono2 F.S.Surround3 *1 Surround speakers or height speakers need to be installed. *2 A center speaker, surround speakers, or height - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 119
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Inputting Characters You can input characters or symbols on the keyboard displayed on the TV screen such as when inputting a password for Wi-Fi Setup ( p153) or naming a preset radio station ( p134). 1. Select a character or symbol with the cursors / / - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 120
Adjust Source TV Out / OSD HDMI Input Digital Audio Input Analog Audio Input Input Skip PERSONAL PRESET Information Configuration Crossover Distance Channel Level Dolby Enabled Speaker Speaker Virtualizer Dual Mono/Mono Dolby DTS Volume Input Volume Absorber Name Edit Audio Select Make settings - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 121
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Hardware Multi Zone Miscellaneous HDMI Power Management 12V Trigger A 12V Trigger B Works with SONOS Zone 2 Zone 3 Remote Play Zone Tuner Remote ID Firmware Update Initial Setup Lock Factory Reset Change the settings for the HDMI functions. Change - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 122
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 123
of HDMI input video signals, upscaling to 4K is not correctly performed. Check the frequency of 4K resolution supported by the TV, and change the resolution of the video signals input from the AV component. When you have set "1080p -> 4K Upscaling" to "Auto", you can select the degree of video - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 124
COAXIAL", "OPTICAL" : Assign a desired DIGITAL IN jack to the CD input selector. "COAXIAL", "OPTICAL" : 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 125
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ „„Analog Audio Input Change input assignment between the input selectors and AUDIO IN jacks. If you do not assign a jack, select "---". Setting Item BD/DVD GAME CBL/SAT STRM BOX CD TV Default Value AUDIO 1 --AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3 AUDIO 4 --- Setting - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 126
is displayed only when the input selector is set to "TUNER". • "Station" is displayed only when the input selector is set to "TUNER" or "NET". • "Network Service" is displayed only when the input selector is set to "NET". • Preset Name of "Station" (only when the input selector is set to "TUNER") is - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 127
". • If an item cannot be selected even though connection is correct, check that the settings in "Speaker Channels" matches the number of connected channels. Set whether speakers are connected to Zone 2 or Zone 3 speaker terminals. "Zone 2": When speakers are connected to Zone 2 speaker terminals - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 128
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 whose low - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 129
Small". • If an item cannot be selected even though connection is correct, check that the settings in "Configuration" - "Speaker Channels" matches the number of connected channels. Setting Item Crossover Double Bass Default Value 80Hz Off Setting Details When there are speakers that have been set - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 130
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ „„Distance Set the distance from each speaker to the listening position. Setting Item Front Left Center Front Right Height 1 Left Height 1 Right Height 2 Left Height 2 Right Surround Right Surr Back Right Surr Back Left Default Value 10.0 ft/3.00 m - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 131
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ „„Channel Level Adjust the volume level of each speaker. Setting Item Front Left Center Front Right Height 1 Left Height 1 Right Height 2 Left Default Value 0.0 dB 0.0 dB 0.0 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 132
at the same time. • For multiplex audio broadcasts, pressing the button on the remote controller will display "1+1" on the main unit's display. Set the input channel to play 2-ch digital sources such as Dolby Digital, or 2-ch analog/PCM sources in the Mono listening mode. "Left": Left - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 133
/Dolby TrueHD. "On": When this function is used "Off": When this function is not used Adjust the width of the sound field of the front channel when playing in Dolby Audio - Surr listening mode. "On": The sound field is spread to left and right. "Off": The sound field is centralized. • Depending - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 134
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 135
Details "ARC": When giving priority to the input signal from ARC-compatible TV. • This item can be selected only when "Hardware" - "HDMI" - "Audio Return Channel" is set to "On" and also the "TV" input is selected. "HDMI": When giving priority to the input signal from HDMI IN jacks • This item - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 136
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Hardware „„HDMI Change the settings of the HDMI function. Setting Item HDMI CEC Default Value Off Setting Details Setting this to "On" enables the input selection link and other link functions with HDMI-connected CECcompatible device. "On": When - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 137
Audio TV Out Audio Return Channel Auto Delay Default Value Off Assign" - "TV Out/OSD" - "HDMI Out" or "HDMI" - "HDMI Out" in "AV Adjust" to "MAIN" or "MAIN+SUB" and "HDMI CEC" is set to "On". If . (When "USB Power Out at Standby" or "Network Standby" is enabled, the unit enters the HYBRID STANDBY - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 138
standby mode. Supply of power to USB devices in the standby mode is not supported for the USB port on the front panel. • When this function is set and you can turn on the power of the unit via network using an application such as Pioneer Remote App that can control this unit. • When this function - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 139
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 140
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 141
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 142
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 143
the Sonos Connect is connected. • Selecting "Off" disables the interlock function with Sonos. Displays the Sonos Connect connected to the same network as the network of this unit. Press the ENTER button to select the connected Sonos Connect. • Products (e.g. Play:3 unequipped with an output terminal - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 144
example, when playing only in the separate room, select "Zone 2" or "Zone 3". • This function may not work if playback is already proceeding with the same network function. 144 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 145
"2", and "3" to prevent interference between the unit and other Pioneer components that are installed in the same room. After changing the if "Firmware Update" cannot be selected. It can be selected when the network function is activated. „„Initial Setup Make the initial setup from the setup menu - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 146
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ „„Lock Lock the Setup menu so that the settings cannot be changed. Setting Item Default Value Setup Parameter Unlocked Setting Details Lock the Setup menu so that the settings cannot be changed. "Locked": The menu is locked. "Unlocked": The menu is - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 147
Advanced 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. - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 148
screen changes as you choose the number of channels in "Speaker Channels", so refer to it when performing the step 4 are displayed. If there is no problem in the detection result of the speaker, select Next" and press ENTER, then follow the instructions. To not perform the measurement, select - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 149
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Manual MCACC „„EQ Adjust If you perform Full Auto the settings in "System Setup" - "Speaker" - "Configuration" - "Speaker Channels" matches the number of connected channels. After selecting the speaker frequency from between "63 Hz" and "16 kHz" with - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 150
cannot be selected even though connection is correct, check that the settings in "System Setup" - "Speaker" - "Configuration" - "Speaker Channels" matches the number of connected channels. After selecting the speaker frequency from between "63 Hz" and "16 kHz" with the cursors / , adjust the volume - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 151
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 of the speaker settings. „„Speaker - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 152
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/ Bluetooth with the cursors on the remote controller, then press ENTER. Select the item with the cursor / / / buttons of the remote controller and press - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 153
between "On" and "Off(Wired)", stop the Network service. Also, when group playback is in process, ": Auto configuration by DHCP "Disable": Manual configuration without DHCP • If selecting "Disable", you Proxy Port Friendly Name Default Value 8080 Pioneer VSXLX304 XXXXXX Setting Details Displays/Sets - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 154
Setup ≫ Setting Item AirPlay Device Name Default Value Pioneer VSXLX304 XXXXXX Setting Details Change the model name of This function cannot be used when registering this unit to Home App. When using a network service that requires a login name, email address, password, etc., you need to agree to - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 155
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 156
input selector is "CD", "TV", "PHONO", "FM", or "AM", so follow the main unit's display while doing the operations. AV Adjust HDMI Audio MCACC Level HDMI Out Sound Delay Audio Return Channel BD/DVD Select the item with the cursor / buttons of the remote controller and press ENTER to confirm your - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 157
"Height 1" or "Height 2" in addition to the normal right and left channels ("Front") of front speakers. • This function cannot be used if the listening is Pure Direct. Manual EQ Select: From the Home screen, select "Preset 1" to "Preset 3" which were set in "Advanced MCACC" - "Manual MCACC" - "EQ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 158
Connection: You can select a network connection method. If you select "Wireless", select an access point from "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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 159
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations TV's REMOTE INPUT TV 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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 160
image on the screen changes each time you select the number of channels in "Speaker Channels". Speaker Setup 7.1.2 ch Height 1 Speaker Height 2 Speaker Top The measurement results in step 3 are displayed. If there is no problem in the detection result of the speaker, select "Next" and press - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 161
of your iOS device with this unit. • If you select "Scan Networks", there are another two types of connection methods. Check the following. "Enter 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 162
connected device. If the problem is that the video device. • The AV receiver contains a microPC Troubleshooting 165 „„Power 165 „„Audio 165 „„Listening Modes 167 „„Video 168 „„Linked operation 168 „„Tuner „„BLUETOOTH function „„Network function „„USB storage device „„Wireless LAN Network - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 163
operating erratically ❏❏Try restarting the unit Restarting this unit may solve the problem. After turning the unit to standby mode, press and hold the restart the unit. (The settings on this unit are kept.) If the problem persists after restarting the unit, unplug and plug the power cords or HDMI - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 164
, reset the unit, and restore all the settings to the factory default at the time of purchase. This may solve the problem. If the unit is reset, your settings are restored to the default values. Be sure to note down your setting contents before performing the following - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 165
≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting „„Power ❏❏When the power from the outlet immediately, and contact the dealer or our company's Support. „„Audio • Make sure that the speaker setup microphone is no problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ( p137) 165 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 166
the terminal to which the TV is connected. • If the TV does not support the ARC function, along with the connection by an HDMI cable, connect the TV 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, - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 167
Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN cannot be heard • Since it 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 168
Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed button on the remote controller to display "AV Adjust" and select "HDMI" - "HDMI TV does not support the resolution of linking on the CEC-compliant device. Check the instruction manual. • When connecting a Sharp brand player or - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 169
may be effective. • BLUETOOTH-enabled devices must support the A2DP profile. • Because a radio wave not be possible. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ❏❏ on the BLUETOOTH-enabled device, the Send/Receive selector switch may be equipped. Select Send - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 170
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 Performance of the hard disk that receive power from the USB port of . Check the types of supported file formats. • Operations - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 171
network settings with the settings of this unit. • Connection to an SSID that includes multi-byte characters is not supported • You may not receive radio waves due to problems by changing the channel of your wireless LAN router. For instructions on changing channels, refer to the instruction manual - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 172
is connected to this unit with an HDMI cable, digital coaxial cable or digital optical cable, change the audio output of the AV component to the PCM output. • When video and audio via HDMI input are output to ZONE 2, set "Input/Output Assign" - "TV Out / OSD" - "Zone 2 HDMI" ( - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 173
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-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 174
in standby state, check each setting and set the functions to "Off". -- HDMI CEC ( p136) -- HDMI Standby Through ( p136) -- USB Power Out at Standby ( p138) -- Network Standby ( p138) -- Bluetooth Wakeup ( p138) 174 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 175
(when used with a Sharp brand television) ARC (Audio Return Channel): By connecting an ARC-compliant TV with a single HDMI cable, 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 - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 176
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Supported Audio Formats 2 ch linear PCM: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Multi-channel linear PCM: Maximum 7.1 channels, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Bitstream - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 177
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20-20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no (Bi-Wiring) 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 „„Tuner Section FM - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 178
Spread Spectrum) Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles A2DP 1.2 AVRCP 1.3 Supported Codecs SBC AAC Transmission range (A2DP) 20 Hz - as equipment with HiNA functionality. If you do not to use the Network function, please set Network Standby setting to Off. You can reduce power consumption under standby mode - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 179
(GAME), IN3 (CBL/SAT), IN4 (STRM BOX), IN5, IN6, AUX INPUT HDMI (front) Output OUT MAIN (ARC), OUT ZONE 2/SUB Supported Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync, Audio Return Channel, 3D, 4K 60 Hz, CEC, Extended Colorimetry (sYCC601, Adobe RGB, Adobe YCC601), Content Type, HDR (HDR10, BT.2020, HLG), Dolby - Pioneer VSX-LX304 AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 180
SN 29403705_EN © 2019 Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved. http://pioneer-audiovisual.com/privacy/ "Pioneer", "ELITE" and "MCACC logo" are trademarks of Pioneer Corporation, and are used under license. H1903-0
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Front Panel
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Rear Panel
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Remote
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AV RECEIVER
Instruction
Manual
VSX-LX304
Table of contents
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Connections
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- Connecting Speakers
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Playback
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Setup
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Troubleshooting
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Appendix
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Supplementary Information
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