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SC-LX
AV Receiver

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions SC-LX AV Receiver...
  • Page 2 CAUTION Operating Environment Voltage selector TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT Operating environment temperature and humidity: You can find the voltage selector switch on the rear REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH panel of multi-voltage models.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instruc- 04 Basic Setup Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) ..............44 tions so you will know how to operate your model properly. The Input Setup menu ..............................45 Contents Operation Mode Setup ..............................46...
  • Page 4 About messages displayed when using network functions ..................119 Controlling components ..............................84 Important information regarding the HDMI connection ....................120 Cleaning the unit ................................120 Pioneer Authorized Distributors ...........................120 11 The Advanced MCACC menu Glossary ...................................121 Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu ..................88 Features index .................................124...
  • Page 5 Flow of settings on the receiver Making the initial settings according to the region and environment in which you live ! Changing the TV format setting (page ! Changing the frequency step (page ! Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page Flow for connecting and setting the receiver The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals.
  • Page 6   Before you start   Checking what’s in the box ......................7 Notice in regards to the separately sold Bluetooth ADAPTER and wireless LAN converter ..7   Our philosophy ..........................7 Features ............................7 Installing the receiver ........................9 Loading the batteries ........................
  • Page 7: Checking What's In The Box

    With this receiver, 11 types of speaker systems, including bi-amp connections, can be assigned to achieve the optimum speaker system for the user’s home theater environment and the speakers the user owns. Pioneer is dedicated to making your home theater listening experience as close as possible to the vision of the Multi-Zone Music moviemakers and mastering engineer when they created the original soundtrack.
  • Page 8: Before You Start

    This makes for smoother With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to the SC-LX57 and play it through your home theater system. connection between the sounds and an improved 3D feel.
  • Page 9: Installing The Receiver

    MCACC Application that lets you check the MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs. WARNING ! Download the Mac OS version of AVNavigator from the Pioneer website (page 10).
  • Page 10 ! AVNavigator for Mac can be used with Mac OS X (10.7 or 10.8). puters using any of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER CORPORATION is not liable for any damages ! A browser is at times used for AVNavigator for Mac functions. The supported browser is Safari 6.0.
  • Page 11   Controls and displays   Remote control ..........................12 Display ............................14   Front panel ............................. 15  ...
  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Controls and displays   The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system: Remote control ! White – Receiver control, TV control ! Blue – Other controls (See pages 50, 51, 53, and 84.) This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver. u STANDBY/ON This switches between standby and on for this receiver.
  • Page 13 Controls and displays   10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2, ZONE 3 and HDZONE (page 76). 11 Remote control LED Lights when a command is sent from the remote control.   Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands). Switch to perform operations in the main zone.
  • Page 14: Display

    Controls and displays   (PHASE CONTROL) Display Lights when the Phase Control (page 60) or Full Band Phase Control (page 60) is switched on. Lights when the input signal level is lowered to reduce distortion (page 72).   DIGITAL PLUS FULL BAND TUNED AUTO...
  • Page 15: Front Panel

    Controls and displays   Front panel controls Front panel To access the front panel controls, catch the sides of the door with your fingers and pull forward.   INPU SELE STAN ADVANCED MCACC FL OFF HDMI iPod iPhone iPad   AUDIO PARAMETER Use to access the Audio options (page...
  • Page 16   Connecting your equipment   Connecting your equipment ......................17 Rear panel ............................17   Determining the speakers’ application ..................18 Placing the speakers ........................21 Connecting the speakers ....................... 21 Installing your speaker system ..................... 23   About the audio connection ......................28 About the video converter ......................
  • Page 17: Connecting Your Equipment

    Connecting your equipment   Connecting your equipment Notes This receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. This chapter ! The RS-232C terminal is exclusively for the installer. explains the kinds of components you can connect to make up your home theater system. ! The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals.
  • Page 18: Determining The Speakers' Application

    Connecting your equipment   [B] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection Determining the speakers’ application ! Speaker System setting: 7.1ch + Speaker B This unit is equipped with speaker terminals for 11 channels, allowing users to select a variety of speaker layouts/ usage patterns according to their tastes.
  • Page 19: Multi Zone

    Connecting your equipment   [D] 7.2 channel surround system (Surround back) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi [F] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality Zone) surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Speaker System setting: 7.1ch + ZONE 2 ! Speaker System setting: 5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound...
  • Page 20 Connecting your equipment   [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection [J] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Center Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) ! Speaker System setting: 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo ! Speaker System setting: 5.1ch F+C Bi-Amp playback of the same sound on the B speakers.
  • Page 21: Placing The Speakers

    Connecting your equipment   Placing the speakers Connecting the speakers Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect. Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Make sure to match these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves.
  • Page 22 Connecting your equipment   Bi-amping your speakers Bi-wiring your speakers Bi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speakers to different Your speakers can also be bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! With these connections, the Speaker System setting makes no difference. amplifiers for better crossover performance.
  • Page 23: Installing Your Speaker System

    Connecting your equipment   [B] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection Installing your speaker system ! Select ‘7.1ch + Speaker B’ from the Speaker System menu. At the very least, front left and right speakers only are necessary. Note that your main surround speakers should Speaker system setting page 96 to do this.
  • Page 24 Connecting your equipment   [C] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality [D] 7.2 channel surround system (Surround back) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi surround) Zone) ! Select ‘7.1ch Front Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu. ! Select ‘7.1ch + ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu. Speaker system setting page 96 to do this.
  • Page 25 Connecting your equipment   [E] 7.2 channel surround system (Front height/Front wide) & ZONE 2 [F] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality connection (Multi Zone) surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Select ‘7.1ch FH/FW + ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu. ! Select ‘5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2’...
  • Page 26 Connecting your equipment   [G-1] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection [G-2] Multi-ZONE Music ! Select ‘5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu. Speaker system setting page 96 to do this.
  • Page 27 Connecting your equipment   [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection [J] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Center Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) (High quality surround) ! Select ‘5.1ch F+Surr Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu. ! Select ‘5.1ch F+C Bi-Amp’...
  • Page 28: About The Audio Connection

    Connecting your equipment   About the audio connection About the video converter The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through the HDMI OUT 1 and HDMI OUT 2 Types of cables and terminals Transferable audio signals terminals. HDMI HD audio If the TV is only connected to the receiver’s composite VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, all the other video devices...
  • Page 29: About Hdmi

    Connecting your equipment   About HDMI Connecting your TV and playback components The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio. This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ® ) technology. Connecting using HDMI This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI connections.
  • Page 30 Connecting your equipment   ! If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables. Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output — When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio This diagram shows connections of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component with no Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV can be input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT 1 terminal, so HDMI output) to the receiver.
  • Page 31 Connecting your equipment   ! In order to listening to HD audio with this receiver, connect an HDMI cable, and use analog video cable for Connecting your TV with no HDMI input video signal input. This diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component) to Depending on the player, it may not be possible to output video signals to both HDMI and other video output the receiver.
  • Page 32: Connecting An Hdd/Dvd Recorder, Bd Recorder And Other Video Sources

    Connecting your equipment   ! If your HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc., is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend con- Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video necting it to the receiver’s HDMI DVR/BDR IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by sources HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI...
  • Page 33: Connecting A Satellite/Cable Receiver Or Other Set-Top Box

    Connecting your equipment   ! Even if your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, in some cases the sound is output from Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box the digital audio output (optical or coaxial) and only the video is output from the HDMI output terminal. In this case, make the HDMI and digital audio connections as shown below.
  • Page 34: Connecting Other Audio Components

    Connecting your equipment   Connecting other audio components Connecting additional amplifiers This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback. This receiver has more than enough power for any home use, but it’s possible to add additional amplifiers to every When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the component to (see channel of your system using the pre-outs.
  • Page 35: Connecting Am/Fm Antennas

    Connecting your equipment   Connecting external antennas Connecting AM/FM antennas To improve FM reception, connect an external FM antenna to FM UNBAL 75 W. Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Connecting external antennas page...
  • Page 36: Making Multi-Zone Connections

    Connecting your equipment   Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2) MULTI-ZONE setup Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver. This receiver can power up to four independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 37 Connecting your equipment   MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3) Either the surround back or the front wide speaker terminals can be used as the speaker terminals for ZONE 2. Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 3 OUT jacks on this receiver. For details, see Determining the speakers’...
  • Page 38: Connecting To The Network Through Lan Interface

    Connecting your equipment   MULTI-ZONE setup using HDMI terminal (HDZONE) Connecting to the network through LAN interface By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations. To listen Important to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand. ! MAIN/HDZONE at ZONE Setup must be set to HDZONE in order to use the HDZONE function (page 102).
  • Page 39: Connecting Optional Bluetooth Adapter

    TV that is connected to the receiver. ADAPTER PORT (OUTPUT 5 V ! The iPod cable is not included with this receiver. The optional iPod cable from Pioneer is sold separately under 0.1 A MAX) the part number ADE7136.
  • Page 40: Connecting A Usb Device

    Connecting your equipment   Connecting a USB device Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input It is possible to play audio and photo files by connecting USB devices to this receiver.   iPod iPhone iPad AUTO/ALC/ iPod iPhone iPad AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT CONTROL DIRECT...
  • Page 41: Connecting An Ir Receiver

      sensor on the front panel. Connect the IR receiver sensor to the IR IN jack on the rear of this receiver. 12V TRIGGER Closet or shelving unit Non-Pioneer   component 12V TRIGGER ( OUTPUT 12 V (OUTPUT 12 V...
  • Page 42: Plugging In The Receiver

    A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Check the power cord once in a while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement.
  • Page 43   Basic Setup   Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) ........44 The Input Setup menu ........................45   Operation Mode Setup ......................... 46 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)............... 47 Changing the TV format setting ....................47 Changing the frequency step .......................
  • Page 44: Automatically Conducting Optimum Sound Tuning (Full Auto Mcacc)

    Basic Setup   Install the microphone on a stable floor. Placing the microphone on any of the following surfaces may make Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto accurate measurement impossible: MCACC) ! Sofas or other soft surfaces. ! High places such as tabletops and sofa tops. The Full Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of your listening area, taking into account The Full Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is connected.
  • Page 45: The Input Setup Menu

    Basic Setup   1a.Full Auto MCACC 1a.Full Auto MCACC The Input Setup menu A/V RECEIVER A/V RECEIVER Now Analyzing... You only need to make settings in the Input Setup menu if you didn’t hook up your digital equipment according Environment Check to the default settings (see Input function default and possible settings page...
  • Page 46: Operation Mode Setup

    Basic Setup   Input function default and possible settings Operation Mode Setup The terminals on the receiver generally correspond to the name of one of the input functions. If you have con- This receiver is equipped with a great number of functions and settings. The Operation Mode feature is provided nected components to this receiver differently from (or in addition to) the defaults below, see The Input Setup for users who find it difficult to master all these functions and settings.
  • Page 47: Changing The Osd Display Language (Osd Language)

    Basic Setup   Operable settings/items Descriptions Page Changing the frequency step Other functions If you find that you can’t tune into stations successfully, the frequency step may not be suitable for your country/ INPUT SELECT (INPUT SELECTOR) Switches the input. region.
  • Page 48: Basic Playback

      Basic playback   Playing a source ..........................49 Playing an iPod ..........................50   Playing a USB device ........................51 Playing an MHL-compatible device ....................52 Listening to the radio ........................53 Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music .............. 54  ...
  • Page 49: Basic Playback Playing A Source

    Basic playback   Playing a source Note Here are the basic instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. Depending on the input to be played, the playback operation can in some cases be performed using the on- screen display.
  • Page 50: Playing An Ipod

    ! Use k/l to move to previous/next levels. ! Installing software versions other than indicated on the website of Pioneer to your iPod/iPhone/iPad may result Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press d to start in incompatibility with this receiver.
  • Page 51: Playing A Usb Device

    ! For high resolution files, some time may be required for the photo to appear.   ! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and ! To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN.
  • Page 52: Playing An Mhl-Compatible Device

    The USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are not available c Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer does not guarantee playback. for playback although they are listed as playable file formats.
  • Page 53: Listening To The Radio

    Basic playback   Saving station presets Listening to the radio If you often listen to a particular radio station, it’s convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for easy The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and recall whenever you want to listen to that station.
  • Page 54: Bluetooth Adapter For Wireless Enjoyment Of Music

    Basic playback   Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music “Pairing” must be done before you start playback of Bluetooth wireless technology content using the Bluetooth ADAPTER. Make sure to perform pairing the first time you operate the system or any time pairing data is cleared. Device not equipped with The pairing step is necessary to register the Bluetooth wireless technology device to enable Bluetooth communi- Bluetooth...
  • Page 55 ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by PIONEER CORPORATION is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ! When Air Jam is set to Air Jam ON, playback is not possible with the above procedure. Set Air Jam to...
  • Page 56: Listening To Your System

      Listening to your system   Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes ..........57 Selecting MCACC presets ......................59   Choosing the input signal ......................59 Better sound using Phase Control ....................60 Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control ..........60  ...
  • Page 57: Enjoying Various Types Of Playback Using The Listening Modes

    Listening to your system   With two channel sources, you can select from: Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes ! 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to movie sources ! 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC –...
  • Page 58 Listening to your system   Using the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effects THX and Home THX are technical standards created by THX Ltd. for cinema and home theater sound. Home THX The Advanced surround effects can be used for a variety of additional surround sound effects. Most Advanced is designed to make home theater audio sound more like what you hear in a cinema.
  • Page 59: Selecting Mcacc Presets

    Listening to your system   Using Stream Direct Selecting MCACC presets Use the Stream Direct modes when you want to hear the truest possible reproduction of a source. All unneces- ! Default setting: MEMORY 1 sary signal processing is bypassed, and you’re left with the pure analog or digital sound source. If you have calibrated your system for different listening positions, you can switch between settings to suit the Processing differs depending on the input signal and whether or not surround back speakers are connected.
  • Page 60: Better Sound Using Phase Control

    Listening to your system   Better sound using Phase Control Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control This receiver’s Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to make sure your sound source arrives at This receiver is equipped with the two types of functions that correct phase distortion and group delay: Phase the listening position in phase, preventing unwanted distortion and/or coloring of the sound.
  • Page 61   Playback with NETWORK features   Introduction ........................... 62 Playback with Network functions ....................63   About network playback ......................65 About playable file formats ......................66  ...
  • Page 62: Playback With Network Features Introduction

    ! With Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12, DRM-protected audio files cannot be played back iPhone, iPad and the software versions for iTunes that are indicated on the Pioneer website. AirPlay may not be compatible with iPod, iPhone, iPad or iTunes software versions other than those indicated on the Pioneer on this receiver.
  • Page 63: Playback With Network Functions

    4 High network congestion may interfere with the operation of HTC Connect. +Favorite HTC Connect Certified Smartphones TOP MENU TOOLS The HTC Connect-compatible smartphones, Please check Pioneer website for up to date information about com- patible devices and audio format support. DISP   ENTER ! http://www.pioneer.com.sg (for Southeast Asia)
  • Page 64 Note that only the audio files stored on components on the network can be registered. The access code required for registration on the special Pioneer Internet radio site is displayed. Make a memo of Registering and deleting audio files and Internet radio stations in and from the this address.
  • Page 65: About Network Playback

    Windows Media Player and Pioneer disclaims any liability in connection with such occurrences.   Pioneer does not represent or warrant that content services will continue to be provided or available for a particu- Windows Media Player 11/Windows Media Player 12 page 122 for more on this.
  • Page 66: About Playable File Formats

      c Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer does not guarantee playback. — Gapless playback is not possible when the format is being converted (transcoded) by the server.
  • Page 67   Control with HDMI function   About the Control with HDMI function ..................68 Making Control with HDMI connections ..................68   HDMI Setup ............................ 68 Before using synchronization ....................... 69 About synchronized operations ....................69 Setting the PQLS function ......................69  ...
  • Page 68: Control With Hdmi Function About The Control With Hdmi Function

    About the Control with HDMI function Select ‘HDMI Setup’, then press ENTER. Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player are pos- Select the ‘Control’ setting you want. sible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable.
  • Page 69: Before Using Synchronization

    ! The synchronized amp mode remains in effect even if the receiver’s input is switched to a component other than one connected by HDMI. The operations below can also be used on Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible TVs. ! When the receiver’s volume is adjusted or the sound is muted, the volume status is displayed on the TV’s screen.
  • Page 70: Cautions On The Control With Hdmi Function

    Control with HDMI function   Stream Smoother Link Using the Control with HDMI function, the receiver automatically detects whether a compressed video file is being played on the player, and if so automatically activates the Stream Smoother function. To activate the Stream Smoother Link function, make the setting below.  ...
  • Page 71: Using Other Functions

      Using other functions   Setting the Audio options ......................72 Setting the Video options ......................74   Switching the speaker terminals ....................76 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls ....................76 Making an audio or a video recording..................77 Network settings from a web browser ..................77  ...
  • Page 72: Setting The Audio Options

    Using other functions   Setting What it does Option(s) Setting the Audio options With the Auto Sound Retriever function, DSP processing is used to There are a number of additional sound settings you can make using the AUDIO PARAMETER menu. The compensate for the loss of audio data upon compression, improving defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold.
  • Page 73 Using other functions   Setting What it does Option(s) Setting What it does Option(s) Adjusts the level of dynamic range for movie soundtracks optimized V.HEIGHT When you’re not using front height speakers, selecting this mode for Dolby TrueHD (you may need to use this feature when listening to (Virtual Height) allows you to hear a virtual front height channel through your front Loud Mgmt...
  • Page 74: Setting The Video Options

    Using other functions   m ! This can be set when MANUAL is selected for V.SPs. Video parameter menu ! You can’t use the Virtual Height mode when the headphones are connected to this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected.
  • Page 75 Using other functions   Setting What it does Option(s) Setting What it does Option(s) Reduces block noise (block-shaped distortion generated upon MPEG Adjusts the red/green balance. compression) in the picture.   c 0 to +8 d <d, e> Default: 0 c –6 to +6 d <d, e>...
  • Page 76: Switching The Speaker Terminals

    Using other functions   Switching the speaker terminals Notes If you selected 9.1ch FH/FW, 7.1ch + Speaker B, 7.1ch FH/FW + ZONE 2 or 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp at Speaker ! When 7.1ch + Speaker B or 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp is selected for the Speaker System setting (page 96) and system setting...
  • Page 77: Making An Audio Or A Video Recording

    Using other functions   ZONE 2 remote controls Making an audio or a video recording Press the remote control’s ZONE 2 to operate the corresponding zone. You can make an audio or a video recording from the built-in tuner, or from an audio or video source connected to The following table shows the possible ZONE 2 remote controls: the receiver (such as a CD player or TV).
  • Page 78: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using other functions   About the Speaker B Link function Using the sleep timer When 7.1ch + Speaker B or 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp is selected for the Speaker System setting (page 96) and The sleep timer switches the receiver into standby after a specified amount of time so you can fall asleep without Speaker B Link (HDMI Setup page...
  • Page 79: Resetting The System

    Using other functions   Setting Default Resetting the system Phase Control Use this procedure to reset all the receiver’s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to do this. iPod/USB, INTERNET RADIO, MEDIA Set MULTI-ZONE to MULTI ZONE OFF. SERVER, FAVORITES, ADAPTER PORT ! Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand.
  • Page 80: Controlling The Rest Of Your System

      Controlling the rest of your system   About the Remote Setup menu ....................81 Operating multiple receivers ......................81   Setting the remote to control other components............... 81 Selecting preset codes directly ..................... 81 Programming signals from other remote controls ..............82 Erasing one of the remote control button settings ..............
  • Page 81: About The Remote Setup Menu

    Resetting the remote control settings page RECEIVER INPUT SELECT STATUS If you have multiple Pioneer receivers, amplifiers, etc., this setting can be used to prevent other units from Change RC operating simultaneously when the remote control unit is operated. See Operating multiple receivers page...
  • Page 82: Programming Signals From Other Remote Controls

    (buttons not covered in the presets) after assigning a preset code. The remote can store about 120 preset codes from other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer Press the corresponding button on the other remote control that is sending (teaching) the format only).
  • Page 83: Erasing All Learnt Settings That Are In One Input Function

    The All Zone Standby can be used to turn all zones to OFF when the receiver’s power is switched to standby. If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed. Also, when using separate Pioneer amplifiers/receivers for the sub zones, they can also be set to standby simultaneously.
  • Page 84: Resetting The Remote Control Settings

    Controlling the rest of your system   Resetting the remote control settings Controlling components Use this procedure to reset all the remote control’s settings to the factory default. This remote control can control components after entering the proper codes (see Setting the remote to control ! When preset codes are set, all the signals learned in the input function buttons are cleared.
  • Page 85 Controlling the rest of your system   TV and Audio/Video components Audio/Video components HDD/BDR/ Button(s) CD/CD-R/SACD MD/DAT TAPE Button(s) TV (Monitor) BD/DVD SAT/CATV u SOURCE POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/ POWER ON/ POWER ON/ POWER ON/ POWER ON/ POWER ON/  ...
  • Page 86 Controlling the rest of your system   TV (Projector) Button(s) TV (Projector) u SOURCE POWER ON   MOVIE STANDARD DYNAMIC USER1 USER2   USER3 COLOR+ SHARP+ GAMMA   COLOR– !/CLR SHARP– ENTER (CLASS) COLOR TEMP EXIT INFO i/j/k/l i/j/k/l ENTER ENTER TEST HIDE...
  • Page 87: The Advanced Mcacc Menu

      The Advanced MCACC menu   Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu ............ 88 Automatic MCACC (Expert)......................88   Manual MCACC setup ........................90 Checking MCACC Data ........................92 Data Management ......................... 93  ...
  • Page 88: Making Receiver Settings From The Advanced Mcacc Menu

    ! Auto MCACC – The default is ALL (recommended), but you can limit the system calibration to only one set- The Advanced MCACC (Multi Channel ACoustic Calibration) system was developed in Pioneer’s laboratories with ting (to save time) if you want.
  • Page 89 The Advanced MCACC menu   Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel. Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press ENTER. Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone. A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings.
  • Page 90: Manual Mcacc Setup

    The Advanced MCACC menu   Select each channel in turn and adjust the levels (+/–12.0 dB) as necessary. Manual MCACC setup Use k/l to adjust the volume of the speaker you selected to match the reference speaker. When it sounds like both tones are the same volume, press j to confirm and continue to the next channel.
  • Page 91: Standing Wave

    The Advanced MCACC menu   Standing Wave Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional ! Default setting: ON/ATT 0.0dB (all filters) This setup minimizes the unwanted effects of room reverberation by allowing you to calibrate your system based Acoustic standing waves occur when, under certain conditions, sound waves from your speaker system resonate on the direct sound coming from the speakers.
  • Page 92: Checking Mcacc Data

    The Advanced MCACC menu   If you selected ‘Reverb Measurement’, select EQ ON or EQ OFF, and then START. Checking MCACC Data The following options determine how the reverb characteristics of your listening area are displayed in Reverb View: At the procedure of Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) page 44, the proce-...
  • Page 93: Data Management

    The Advanced MCACC menu   Speaker Distance Data Management Use this to display the distance from the different channels to the listening position. See Speaker Distance This system allows you to store up to six MCACC presets, allowing you to calibrate your system for different listen- page 98 for more on this.
  • Page 94 The Advanced MCACC menu   Select ‘OK’ to confirm and copy the settings. When MCACC Memory Copy? is displayed, select YES. If NO is selected, the memory is not copied. Completed! shows in the GUI screen to confirm the MCACC preset has been copied, then you automatically return to the Data Management setup menu.
  • Page 95: The System Setup And Other Setup Menus

      The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu ............96 Manual speaker setup ........................96   Network Setup menu ........................99 Checking the Network Information ...................100 The Other Setup menu ........................100 MHL Setup ............................103  ...
  • Page 96: The System Setup And Other Setup Menus Making Receiver Settings From The System Setup Menu

    99). ! 7.1ch FH/FW + ZONE 2 – Select to use the surround back speaker terminals for an independent system in ! HDMI Setup – Synchronizes this receiver with your Pioneer component supporting Control with HDMI (page another zone (see...
  • Page 97: Speaker Setting

    The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Using Multi-ZONE Music ! SW – LFE signals and bass frequencies of channels set to SMALL are output from the subwoofer when YES is selected. Choose the PLUS setting if you want the subwoofer to output bass sound continuously or you Multi-ZONE Music can be used to play the same sound in the MAIN ZONE, ZONE 2 and ZONE 3, for example for want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that would normally come out the front and center speakers are also home parties.
  • Page 98 The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Speaker Distance THX Audio Setting For good sound depth and separation from your system, you need to specify the distance of your speakers from This menu allows the user to adjust various THX features including Loudness Plus, SBch processing, THX Select2 the listening position.
  • Page 99: Network Setup Menu

    The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Proxy Hostname/Proxy Port Network Setup menu This setting is required when you connect this receiver to the Internet via a proxy server. Enter the IP address Make the settings for connecting the receiver to the Internet and using the network functions. of your proxy server in the ‘Proxy Hostname’...
  • Page 100: Checking The Network Information

    ! Play ZONE Setup – Select the zone for playing the audio contents of devices in the home network (page 103). On this receiver, there can be up to 5 numbers of ports where signals are received. ! Maintenance Mode – This is used to receive maintenance from a Pioneer service engineer or custom installer (page 103).
  • Page 101: Volume Setup

    Volume Setup update file from the Pioneer website onto your computer, the file will be in ZIP format. Unzip the ZIP file before You can set the maximum volume of this receiver or specify what the volume level will be when the power is saving it on the USB memory device.
  • Page 102 The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Select the Mute Level setting you want. ZONE Setup The mute level for the zone selected in step 5 can be set. The volume setting and tone for the sub zones that can be used with this receiver can be changed and adjusted This sets how much the volume is to be turned down when MUTE is pressed.
  • Page 103: Mhl Setup

    If another zone is on, it may not be possible to play the audio contents. In this case, turn the other zone off, then play the audio contents.   Maintenance Mode Only use this if so instructed by a Pioneer service engineer or custom installer. Click IP, Proxy Setting. MHL Setup Setup the network settings manually and then press Apply.
  • Page 104: Using Safari To Set A Friendly Name

    The System Setup and Other Setup menus   Press Start. Using Safari to set a friendly name The firmware update prepare screen is displayed. If the screen does not switch automatically, click Click here. Launch Safari on your computer. Press Bookmark icon. Click Bonjour list (a), and then select this receiver’s name  ...
  • Page 105: Faq

        Troubleshooting ..........................106 Power ............................106   No sound ............................106 Other audio problems .........................107 ADAPTER PORT terminal ......................108 Video .............................108   Settings ............................108 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output ................109 Display ............................109 Remote control ..........................109 HDMI .............................110 MHL ...............................110 AVNavigator ..........................111 USB interface ..........................111 iPod ...............................111...
  • Page 106: Troubleshooting

      ing the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair The receiver suddenly switches off or There is a problem with the receiver’s power unit or fan. Try turning on the power. If the work.
  • Page 107: Other Audio Problems

    Symptoms Remedies Certain listening modes or When Operation Mode is set to Basic, the Pioneer-recommended settings are made and Speaker switching sound (clicking Since ECO MODE 1 and ECO MODE 2 reduce the power consumption, the speakers HOME MENU items cannot be not all of the functions can be used.
  • Page 108: Adapter Port Terminal

      Symptoms Remedies ADAPTER PORT terminal Noisy, intermittent, or distorted Sometimes a video deck may output a noisy video signal (during scanning, for example), Symptoms Remedies picture. or the video quality may just be poor (with some video game units, for example). The picture quality may also depend on the settings, etc.
  • Page 109: Professional Calibration Eq Graphical Output

    The disc may not contain 5.1/6.1 channel material. Check the disc packaging for more on   Certain listening modes or When Operation Mode is set to Basic, the Pioneer-recommended settings are made and the receiver’s format indicators light. what audio tracks are recorded on the disc.
  • Page 110: Hdmi

      Symptoms Remedies HDMI Synchronized operation not possible Check the HDMI connections. Symptoms Remedies using Control with HDMI function. The cable may be damaged. The HDMI indicator blinks continu- Check all the points below. Select ON for the Control Mode with HDMI setting (see HDMI Setup page 68).
  • Page 111: Avnavigator

    Connect the USB memory device and switch on this puter. AVNavigator. The Mac OS version of AVNavigator can be receiver (page 40). downloaded from the Pioneer website (page 10). A USB hub is currently being used. This receiver does not support USB hubs (page 51).
  • Page 112: Network

      Symptoms Causes Remedies Network Cannot access the com- The component connected to the If the client is automatically authorized, you need to enter Symptoms Causes Remedies ponent connected to the network is not properly set. the corresponding information again. Check whether the network.
  • Page 113: Web Control

    1. Check that the wireless LAN converter’s power is on. with the receiver or the USB cable. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized inde- 2. Press the wireless LAN converter’s reset button for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 114 Speaker Setting Guide ........................ 118 About messages displayed when using network functions ............ 119 Important information regarding the HDMI connection ............120 Cleaning the unit .........................120 Pioneer Authorized Distributors ....................120 Glossary ............................121 Features index..........................124 Specifications ..........................125 Preset code list ..........................126...
  • Page 115: Surround Sound Formats

    Additional information   Surround sound formats About THX Below is a brief description of the main surround sound formats you’ll find on BDs, DVDs, satellite, cable and The THX technologies are explained below. terrestrial broadcasts, and video cassettes. See http://www.thx.com for more detailed information.  ...
  • Page 116: About Hdmi

    Additional information   THX Select2 Plus About HDMI Before any home theatre component can be THX Select2 Plus certified, it must incorporate all the features above HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital transfer standard for receiving video and audio data with and also pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests.
  • Page 117: About Ipod

    Additional information   About iPod   AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion, and Mac   and PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later. MHL, the MHL Logo, and Mobile High-Definition Link are trademarks or registered trademarks of MHL, LLC in the Bluetooth technology works with iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone, iPad (3rd and United States and other countries.
  • Page 118: Auto Surround, Alc And Stream Direct With Different Input Signal Formats

    Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital EX (6.1 channel flagged) towards the listening position, the sound field will seem cramped. Testing by the Pioneer Multi-channel Research 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE Dolby TrueHD EX (6.1 channel flagged) Group has shown that a good sense of sound positioning can be achieved by pointing all the speakers towards an <a>...
  • Page 119: About Messages Displayed When Using Network Functions

    Additional information   Position of center speaker and monitor Step 4: Positioning and adjusting the subwoofer Since mostly dialogs are output from the center speaker, keeping the center speaker as close as possible to the Placing the subwoofer between the center and front speakers makes even music sources sound more natural (if screen makes the overall sound more natural.
  • Page 120: Important Information Regarding The Hdmi Connection

    No.120 Panama City 0816-01361 R.O.Panama TAIWAN display every time you switch input functions. TEL: 507-300-3900 PIONEER HIGH FIDELITY TAIWAN CO., LTD. 8F., No.407, Ruiguang Road, Neihu Dist., Taipei City 11492, Taiwan Cleaning the unit PTC service telephone number: (02) 2657-7366 ! Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.
  • Page 121: Glossary

    Additional information   Glossary The THX technologies are explained below. See http://www.thx.com for more detailed information. THX Cinema Audio formats/Decoding A mode for playing in a home theater environment the sound tracks of theater movies that have been recorded   Dolby and edited for playback in large spaces such as movie theaters.
  • Page 122 Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player are pos- Use an application licensed by Microsoft Corporation to author, distribute, or play Windows Media formatted sible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable.
  • Page 123 Additional information   Wireless LAN/Wi-Fi “Wi-Fi” (Wireless Fidelity) is a trademark coined by the Wi-Fi Alliance trade association to increase recognition of wireless LAN standards. With the increase in the number of devices connected to computers in recent years, Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making connections with LAN cables by using wire- less connection.
  • Page 124: Features Index

    Additional information   Dialog Enhancement Features index Setting the Audio options page Internet radio Operation Mode Listening to Internet radio stations page Operation Mode Setup page   vTuner AVNavigator for Windows, AVNavigator for Mac, AVNavigator for iPad Listening to Internet radio stations page About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) page...
  • Page 125: Specifications

    Additional information   Miscellaneous Specifications Power requirements .................... AC 220 V to 230 V / 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption ..............................330 W Amplifier section In standby ................................0.1 W Multi channel simultaneous power output (1 kHz, 1 %, 8 W) Dimensions ......................
  • Page 126: Preset Code List

    ITS 0143, 0149, 0151, 0155, 0152   Ferguson 0148, 0152, 0153, 0155, 0162 0228 Magnafon 0132, 0141, 0144, Pioneer 0113, 0233, 0252, Arcam 0228, 0229 Brandt 0148, 0153, 0157, Crown 0125, 0132, 0142, 0157 Halifax 0140, 0141, 0228, ITT 0142, 0146...
  • Page 127 Profex 0142, 0154 SEG 0140, 0141, 0144, 0147, 0146, 0229 0228 Profi-Tronic 0149, 0155 0152, 0154, 0155, 0190, 0228, Tashiko 0144, 0145, 0147, Pioneer 2014 Denver 2164, 2184, 2186, LG 2111, 2115, 2135, 2138, Powerpoint 2189   Nokia 0146 Proline 0149, 0155...
  • Page 128 1037, 1038, 1039, 1040, 1050, Teletech 1050, 1051 Lenco 1036 Orson 1033 1051 Tenosal 1040, 1050 Pioneer 2034, 2192, 2255, JVC 2290, 2291, 2293, 2294, Onkyo 2289 Sony 2283, 2284, 2285, 2292 Leyco 1040, 1050 Osaki 1033, 1038, 1040, 1050...
  • Page 129 Palcom 6229, 6226, 6239 Satcom 6255 Satellite Set Top Box ILLUSION sat 6247 MediaSat 6220, 6219, 6236, Palladium 6261, 6236 Satec 6180 Pioneer 6220, 6219, 6204 Blaupunkt 6177 Deltasat 6192 Ferguson 6176, 6264, 6268, Imperial 6222, 6216, 6223, 6278, 6277 Palsat 6236...
  • Page 130 Xoro 6191 X-Box 2313 Gecco 6199 Nokia 6206 SKY 6210, 6212, 6211 Xtreme 6251 Globo 6199 Opentel 6199 SKY Italia 6212 Zehnder 6192, 6199, 6249 AV Receiver Pioneer 5096 (ID 1), 5097 (ID 2), 5098 (ID 3), 5099 (ID 4),...
  • Page 131 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936 TEL: 65-6472-7555 PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 5 Arco Lane, Heatherton, Victoria, 3202, Australia, TEL: (03) 9586-6300 PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. Blvd.Manuel Avila Camacho 138 10 piso Col.Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico, D.F. 11000 TEL: 55-9178-4270 K002_B3_En ©...

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