Setting The Video Options - Pioneer VSX-LX60 Operating Instructions Manual

Using other functions
Setting What it does
LFE ATT
Some Dolby Digital and DTS audio
(LFE
sources include ultra-low bass
Attenuate)
tones. Set the LFE attenuator as
necessary to prevent the ultra-low
bass tones from distorting the
sound from the speakers.
The LFE is not limited when set to
0 dB, which is the recommended
value. When set to –5 dB, –10 dB,
–15 dB or –20 dB, the LFE is limited
by the respective degree. When OFF
is selected, no sound is output from
the LFE channel.
SACD Brings out detail in SACDs by
e
maximizing the dynamic range
GAIN
(during digital processing).
HDMI
Specifies the routing of the HDMI
(HDMI
audio signal out of this receiver
Audio)
(amp) or through to a TV or plasma
display. When THROUGH is
selected, no sound is output from
this receiver.
A. DELAY
This feature automatically corrects
(Auto delay)
the audio-to-video delay between
components connected with an
HDMI cable. The audio delay time is
set depending on the operational
status of the display connected with
an HDMI cable. The video delay time
is automatically adjusted according
to the audio delay time.
g Provides a better blend of the front
C. WIDTH
speakers by spreading the center
(Center
channel between the front right and
Width)
left speakers, making it sound wider
(Applicable
(higher settings) or narrower (lower
only when
using a center settings).
speaker)
g Adjusts the depth of the surround
DIMENSION
sound balance from front to back,
making the sound more distant
(minus settings), or more forward
(positive settings).
g Extends the front stereo image to
PANORAMA
include the surround speakers for a
'wraparound' effect.
h Adjusts the center image to create a
C. IMAGE
wider stereo effect with vocals.
(Center
Adjust the effect from 0 (all center
Image)
channel sent to front right and left
(Applicable
speakers) to 10 (center channel sent
only when
using a center to the center speaker only).
speaker)
EFFECT
Sets the effect level for the currently
selected Advanced Surround mode
(each mode can be set separately).
Note
1 Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Resolution and Aspect can be set for each input source.
Option(s)
0dB
–5dB/ –10dB/
–15dB/ –20dB/
OFF
0 to 6 (dB)
Default: 0 (dB)
AMP
THROUGH
OFF
ON
f
0 to 7
Default: 3
–3 to +3
Default: 0
OFF
ON
0 to 10
Default: 3
10 to 90
a.When MCACC OFF is selected, all MCACC preset memories become
deactivated.
b.When EQ OFF is selected, the MCACC indicator does not light even
when a MCACC preset memory is selected.
c.The adjustment can be made only when TONE is set to ON.
d.The initially set AUTO is only available for Dolby TrueHD signals. Select
MAX or MID for signals other than Dolby TrueHD.
e. You shouldn't have any problems using this with most SACD discs, but
if the sound distorts, it is best to switch the gain setting back to 0 dB.
f. This feature is only available when the connected display supports the
automatic audio/video synchronizing capability ('lip-sync') for HDMI or
HDMI Control. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set
A. DELAY to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. For more details
about the lip-sync feature of your display, contact the manufacturer
directly.
g.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music/
Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.
h.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:6 Music mode.

Setting the Video options

There are a number of additional picture settings you can
make using the Video Parameter menu. The defaults, if
not stated, are listed in bold.
Important
• Note that if a setting doesn't appear in the Video
Parameter menu, it is unavailable due to the current
source, setting and status of the receiver.
1 Press V PARAMETER (VIDEO PARAMETER).
Use / to select the setting you want to adjust.
2
Depending on the current status/mode of the receiver,
certain options may not be able to be selected. Check the
table below for notes on this.
Use / to set it as necessary.
3
See the table below for the options available for each
1
setting.
4 Press RETURN to confirm and exit the menu.
Setting What it does
V. CONV
Converts video signals for output
(Digital Video
from the MONITOR OUT jacks for
Conversion)
all video types.
BRIGHT Adjusts the overall brightness.
(Brightness)
CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast between light
and dark.
HUE
Adjusts the red/green balance.
CHROMA
Adjusts saturation from dull to
bright.
12
Option(s)
ON
OFF
–10 to +10
Default: 0
–10 to +10
Default: 0
–10 to +10
Default: 0
–10 to +10
Default: 0
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