Multi-Zone Setup - Pioneer vsx-923-K Operating Instructions Manual

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MULTI-ZONE setup

This receiver can power up to two independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper MULTI-
ZONE connections.
Different sources can be playing in two zones at the same time or, depending on your needs, the same source
can also be used. The main and sub zone have independent power (the main zone power can be off while sub
zone is on) and the sub zone can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls.
Making MULTI-ZONE connections
It is possible to make these connections if you have the speakers for the sub zone (ZONE 2). You will also need a
separate amplifier if you are not using the speaker terminals for the sub zone (For detail, see
using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) on page 30).
With the VSX-1123, it is also possible to connect a TV for the sub zone.
Also, if the separate receiver in the sub zone has an HDMI input terminal, this unit's HDMI input can be played as
HDZONE.
Here are two primary sub zone setups possible with this system. Choose whichever works best for you.
Important
! The settings must be changed at ZONE Setup in order to use the multi-zone function
! MAIN/HDZONE at ZONE Setup must be set to HDZONE in order to use the HDZONE function
! VSX-923 model cannot connect the TV monitor for sub zone.
MULTI-ZONE listening options
The following table shows the signals that can be output to ZONE 2 and HDZONE:
In case of VSX-1123
Sub Zone Input functions available
DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, INTERNET RADIO, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, iPod/USB,
ZONE 2
TV, CD, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT
<a>
(Outputs analog audio and composite video.)
HDZONE BD, DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4, HDMI 5/MHL,
(HDMI) HDMI 6, HDMI 7
<b> (Outputs HDMI audio and video signals)
a ! It is not possible to down-convert the audio and video input signals from the HDMI input terminals, digital input terminals
(OPTICAL and COAXIAL) and the COMPONENT VIDEO input terminals and output them to ZONE 2.
! When any of the INTERNET RADIO, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, iPod/USB or ADAPTER PORT inputs is selected in the
main zone, it is only possible to select the same input as in the main zone for the sub zone. (Inputs other than the ones listed
here can be selected.)
The same limitations apply when one of the above inputs is selected for the sub zone.
b ! The inputs that can be switched differ according to how terminals HDMI IN 1 to IN 7 are assigned. Upon shipment from the
factory, the input terminals are assigned to DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, HDMI 4, HDMI 5/MHL, HDMI 6 and HDMI 7, in order
starting from terminal HDMI IN 1.
! The video/audio signals of the RCA analog input terminals, the digital input terminals (OPTICAL and COAXIAL) and the COM-
PONENT VIDEO input terminals cannot be up-converted and output to the HDZONE.
! When any of the HDMI 4, HDMI 6 or HDMI 7 inputs is selected in the main zone, it is only possible to select the same input as
in the main zone for the HDZONE. (Inputs other than the ones listed here can be selected.)
The same limitations apply when one of the above inputs is selected for the HDZONE.
In case of VSX-923
Sub Zone
ZONE 2
<a>
HDZONE
(HDMI)
<b>
a ! It is not possible to down-convert the audio input signal from the HDMI input terminals or digital input terminals (OPTICAL
and COAXIAL) and output them to ZONE 2.
! When any of the INTERNET RADIO, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES or iPod/USB inputs is selected in the main zone, it is not

MULTI-ZONE setup

possible to select the ADAPTER PORT input for the sub zone.
b ! The inputs that can be switched differ according to how terminals HDMI IN 1 to IN 7 are assigned. Upon shipment from the
factory, the input terminals are assigned to DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, HDMI 4, HDMI 5/MHL, HDMI 6 and HDMI 7, in order
starting from terminal HDMI IN 1.
! The video/audio signals of the RCA analog input terminals, the digital input terminals (OPTICAL and COAXIAL) and the COM-
PONENT VIDEO input terminals cannot be up-converted and output to the HDZONE.
! When any of the HDMI 4, HDMI 6 or HDMI 7 inputs is selected in the main zone, it is only possible to select the same input as
in the main zone for the HDZONE. (Inputs other than the ones listed here can be selected.)
The same limitations apply when one of the above inputs is selected for the HDZONE.
(page 87).
Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2)
(page 87).
1 Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver.
You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.
2 VSX-1123 only: Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.
Sub zone (ZONE 2)
AUDIO IN
R L
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Input functions available
DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, TV, CD, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT
(Output analog audio only.)
BD, DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4, HDMI 5/MHL,
HDMI 6, HDMI 7
(Outputs HDMI audio and video signals)
Main zone
VSX-1123 only
2
VIDEO IN
VIDEO
ZONE 2
OUT
1
Connecting your equipment
ZONE 2
OUT
VIDEO
ZONE 2
OUT
ZONE 2
OUT