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... or other set-top box 29 Connecting a HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sources 29 Connecting other Pioneer components with this Pioneer product. Contents Flow of remote control unit . . . . 14 03 Connecting your equipment Rear panel 15 Determining the speakers' application 17 Other ... Connecting an IR receiver 38 Operating other audio components 30 About the WMA9 Pro decoder 30 Connecting AM/FM antennas 31 Connecting external antennas 31 MULTI-ZONE setup 32 Making MULTI-ZONE connections 32 Connecting Optional Bluetooth ADAPTER . . . 33 Connecting a SiriusConnect...
... or other set-top box 29 Connecting a HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sources 29 Connecting other Pioneer components with this Pioneer product. Contents Flow of remote control unit . . . . 14 03 Connecting your equipment Rear panel 15 Determining the speakers' application 17 Other ... Connecting an IR receiver 38 Operating other audio components 30 About the WMA9 Pro decoder 30 Connecting AM/FM antennas 31 Connecting external antennas 31 MULTI-ZONE setup 32 Making MULTI-ZONE connections 32 Connecting Optional Bluetooth ADAPTER . . . 33 Connecting a SiriusConnect...
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...80 Default system settings 80 09 Controlling the rest of your system Operating multiple receivers 81 Setting the remote to control other components 81 Selecting preset codes directly 82 Programming signals from other remote controls 82 Erasing one of the remote control button settings 83 Resetting the ...multi operations 86 Using System off 86 Erasing all the settings for the multi-operation 86 Resetting the remote control presets 87 Default preset codes 87 Controlling components 87 10 The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 90 Automatic MCACC ...
...80 Default system settings 80 09 Controlling the rest of your system Operating multiple receivers 81 Setting the remote to control other components 81 Selecting preset codes directly 82 Programming signals from other remote controls 82 Erasing one of the remote control button settings 83 Resetting the ...multi operations 86 Using System off 86 Erasing all the settings for the multi-operation 86 Resetting the remote control presets 87 Default preset codes 87 Controlling components 87 10 The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 90 Automatic MCACC ...
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...Network Setup menu 108 IP address/Proxy setting 108 Checking the MAC address 109 The Other Setup menu 110 Volume Setup 110 Remote Control Mode Setup 111 Flicker Reduction Setup 111 12 Additional information Troubleshooting 112 Power 112 No sound 113 Other audio problems 115 Video... 116 Settings 117 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output 118 Display 118 Remote control 119 HDMI 120 Important information regarding the HDMI connection 121 USB interface 122 ADAPTER PORT 123 Internet radio 123 SIRIUS radio messages...
...Network Setup menu 108 IP address/Proxy setting 108 Checking the MAC address 109 The Other Setup menu 110 Volume Setup 110 Remote Control Mode Setup 111 Flicker Reduction Setup 111 12 Additional information Troubleshooting 112 Power 112 No sound 113 Other audio problems 115 Video... 116 Settings 117 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output 118 Display 118 Remote control 119 HDMI 120 Important information regarding the HDMI connection 121 USB interface 122 ADAPTER PORT 123 Internet radio 123 SIRIUS radio messages...
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... the connections and settings. It can be made as desired • Using the various listening modes • Better sound using connections other remote controls (page 82) 7 En amping connection (High quality surround) • 5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) •...24) • About the video converter (page 24) • Connecting your TV and playback components (page 25) • Connecting AM/FM antennas (page 31) • Plugging in the box (page 8) • Loading the batteries (page 8) 2 Determining the speakers' application (page 17) •...
... the connections and settings. It can be made as desired • Using the various listening modes • Better sound using connections other remote controls (page 82) 7 En amping connection (High quality surround) • 5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) •...24) • About the video converter (page 24) • Connecting your TV and playback components (page 25) • Connecting AM/FM antennas (page 31) • Plugging in the box (page 8) • Loading the batteries (page 8) 2 Determining the speakers' application (page 17) •...
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... this receiver's bottom panel while the power is on or just after it on the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) • Remote control unit • AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • iPod cable...
... this receiver's bottom panel while the power is on or just after it on the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) • Remote control unit • AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • iPod cable...
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... L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC 14 16 13 VSX-30 VSX-31 1 INPUT SELECTOR dial Select an input function. 2 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on and standby. 3 SPEAKERS See Switching the speaker terminals on page 77. 4 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of remote control unit on page 14). 5 MULTI-ZONE...
... L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC 14 16 13 VSX-30 VSX-31 1 INPUT SELECTOR dial Select an input function. 2 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on and standby. 3 SPEAKERS See Switching the speaker terminals on page 77. 4 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of remote control unit on page 14). 5 MULTI-ZONE...
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...the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 61). 18 Character display Displays various system information. 19 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the receiver's remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 61). ... when a broadcast is being received in sleep mode (page 79). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators 2PRO LOGIC IIx - STEREO - 02 Controls and displays 9 Analog signal indicators Light to which audio signal output is currently set (page 77). 16 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is...
...the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 61). 18 Character display Displays various system information. 19 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the receiver's remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 61). ... when a broadcast is being received in sleep mode (page 79). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators 2PRO LOGIC IIx - STEREO - 02 Controls and displays 9 Analog signal indicators Light to which audio signal output is currently set (page 77). 16 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is...
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...). Press to access the Audio options (page 72). VOL +/- - R.SETUP - Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 81). 3 Input function buttons Press to component control using the following system: • White - INPUT - Use to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 13 En...
...). Press to access the Audio options (page 72). VOL +/- - R.SETUP - Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 81). 3 Input function buttons Press to component control using the following system: • White - INPUT - Use to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 13 En...
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... to set up your TV's manufacturer when controlling TV (page 82). 12 RECEIVER Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands (SIGNAL SEL, etc.)). Attenuates (lowers) the level of remote control unit The remote control may not work properly if: • ...There are obstacles between the various surround modes (page 63). 10 Remote control LED Lights when a command is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit. 30° 30° 7 m (23 ft.) 02 Controls and displays 7 ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound...
... to set up your TV's manufacturer when controlling TV (page 82). 12 RECEIVER Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands (SIGNAL SEL, etc.)). Attenuates (lowers) the level of remote control unit The remote control may not work properly if: • ...There are obstacles between the various surround modes (page 63). 10 Remote control LED Lights when a command is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit. 30° 30° 7 m (23 ft.) 02 Controls and displays 7 ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound...
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...rear panel connections. High quality pictures can also be viewed via the INPUT SELECTOR dial (front panel) or INPUT SELECT buttons (remote control). CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME CONTROL ON / OFF MCACC SETUP MIC iPod iPhone USB VIDEO CAMERA HDMI 5 MASTER VOLUME VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L ... single HDMI cable. HDMI-equipped components other than video cameras can be connected to this terminal. Connecting to the front panel input (VSX-31 only) There is an HDMI input terminal on the front panel. VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT TV game, video camera, etc. 35 En ...
...rear panel connections. High quality pictures can also be viewed via the INPUT SELECTOR dial (front panel) or INPUT SELECT buttons (remote control). CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME CONTROL ON / OFF MCACC SETUP MIC iPod iPhone USB VIDEO CAMERA HDMI 5 MASTER VOLUME VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L ... single HDMI cable. HDMI-equipped components other than video cameras can be connected to this terminal. Connecting to the front panel input (VSX-31 only) There is an HDMI input terminal on the front panel. VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT TV game, video camera, etc. 35 En ...
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... 12 V TOTAL 50 mA MAX) 12 IR CONTROL IN OUT IN OUT PR VSX-31 IR receiver Note 1 • Remote operation may not be possible if direct light from a strong fluorescent lamp is shining on the front panel. 38 En Closet or shelving unit Pioneer component Non-Pioneer component 2 Connect the IR IN jack of another...
... 12 V TOTAL 50 mA MAX) 12 IR CONTROL IN OUT IN OUT PR VSX-31 IR receiver Note 1 • Remote operation may not be possible if direct light from a strong fluorescent lamp is shining on the front panel. 38 En Closet or shelving unit Pioneer component Non-Pioneer component 2 Connect the IR IN jack of another...
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... VSX-31 Important • Note that component to the CONTROL IN jack of another component for the connection. IN OUT CONTROL IN OUT CONTROL Continue the chain in the chain, this is passed along the chain to control other Pioneer components with a mono mini-plug on page 81. • If you have . Connecting your components using the remote...
... VSX-31 Important • Note that component to the CONTROL IN jack of another component for the connection. IN OUT CONTROL IN OUT CONTROL Continue the chain in the chain, this is passed along the chain to control other Pioneer components with a mono mini-plug on page 81. • If you have . Connecting your components using the remote...
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... The Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to change the language. OSD Language d. CAUTION • The test tones used on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. Basic Setup 04 Chapter 4: Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) The language used in these operating instructions are...
... The Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to change the language. OSD Language d. CAUTION • The test tones used on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. Basic Setup 04 Chapter 4: Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) The language used in these operating instructions are...
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... due to the interaction of the microphone. Manual SP Setup b. You can correct the setting manually using the Manual speaker setup on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. If this case, you need to tell the receiver what equipment is not optimal for household appliances (air conditioner...Trigger2 : CO-A-RX-e-1turn Comp-1 OFF OFF Exit Finish 5 Select the input function that may interfere with the numbers beside the inputs on the remote control. 6 Select the input(s) to the terminals on the rear panel (such as DVD) which you want to set up with different size settings...
... due to the interaction of the microphone. Manual SP Setup b. You can correct the setting manually using the Manual speaker setup on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. If this case, you need to tell the receiver what equipment is not optimal for household appliances (air conditioner...Trigger2 : CO-A-RX-e-1turn Comp-1 OFF OFF Exit Finish 5 Select the input function that may interfere with the numbers beside the inputs on the remote control. 6 Select the input(s) to the terminals on the rear panel (such as DVD) which you want to set up with different size settings...
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... connected this receiver. If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. 4 Use the volume control to this receiver to the VIDEO jacks on your TV, make sure that the TV's video input is set to a multichannel listening mode (see ... mode. • See also Listening to your TV so that all sound is being performed properly. You can use the input function buttons on the remote control, INPUT SELECT, or the front panel INPUT SELECTOR dial.2 3 Press RECEIVER , then press AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) to select 'AUTO...
... connected this receiver. If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. 4 Use the volume control to this receiver to the VIDEO jacks on your TV, make sure that the TV's video input is set to a multichannel listening mode (see ... mode. • See also Listening to your TV so that all sound is being performed properly. You can use the input function buttons on the remote control, INPUT SELECT, or the front panel INPUT SELECTOR dial.2 3 Press RECEIVER , then press AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) to select 'AUTO...
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... letters and numbers cannot be displayed and will be replaced by pressing HDMI on the remote control repeatedly. • Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 72...legally permitted to this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from your TV. The system is... iPod. You can also control all operations for some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that cannot be heard from this receiver. • VSX-31 only: The sub zone ...
... letters and numbers cannot be displayed and will be replaced by pressing HDMI on the remote control repeatedly. • Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 72...legally permitted to this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from your TV. The system is... iPod. You can also control all operations for some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that cannot be heard from this receiver. • VSX-31 only: The sub zone ...
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... of first generation is connected to this receiver, you can be used for basic playback of files stored on the iPod. Basic playback controls This receiver's remote control buttons can browse songs stored on your iPod directly. 1 Use / to select 'Music' from the iPod top menu. ...name, song name, genre or composer, similar to using your iPod, and this receiver's remote control and GUI screen become inactive. 2 Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls. AUDIO PARAMETER LIST VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET ...
... of first generation is connected to this receiver, you can be used for basic playback of files stored on the iPod. Basic playback controls This receiver's remote control buttons can browse songs stored on your iPod directly. 1 Use / to select 'Music' from the iPod top menu. ...name, song name, genre or composer, similar to using your iPod, and this receiver's remote control and GUI screen become inactive. 2 Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls. AUDIO PARAMETER LIST VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET ...
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... the power requirements of the USB device are displayed as a blank space. • VSX-31 only: iPod/USB function cannot be selected for the MULTI-ZONE feature (page 77). ...level any loss of data that may occur when connected to start playback.6 Basic playback controls This receiver's remote control buttons can be played back on again. • Reconnect the USB device with a... to this receiver. • DRM-protected audio files cannot be used for USB playback. • Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all the contents. 5 Note that characters that...
... the power requirements of the USB device are displayed as a blank space. • VSX-31 only: iPod/USB function cannot be selected for the MULTI-ZONE feature (page 77). ...level any loss of data that may occur when connected to start playback.6 Basic playback controls This receiver's remote control buttons can be played back on again. • Reconnect the USB device with a... to this receiver. • DRM-protected audio files cannot be used for USB playback. • Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all the contents. 5 Note that characters that...
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... 's convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for high speed tuning. Saving station presets If you can memorize the frequency for more on the remote control. 1 Press TUNER to select the tuner. 2 Use BAND to that station. See Listening to the radio above ) is weak, press MPX to search for other...
... 's convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for high speed tuning. Saving station presets If you can memorize the frequency for more on the remote control. 1 Press TUNER to select the tuner. 2 Use BAND to that station. See Listening to the radio above ) is weak, press MPX to search for other...
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You can name your selection. See Saving station presets on the remote control to recall the station preset. After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station. Tip • To erase a ...
You can name your selection. See Saving station presets on the remote control to recall the station preset. After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station. Tip • To erase a ...