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- Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-29TX Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Important Notice
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. -
Page 4: Midnight Listening Mode
Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. Direct Energy MOS amplifier The VSX-29TX receiver incorporates 5 independent 120 watt built in power amplifiers, with high-performance Hex power MOS FET output transistors. This construction provides improved linearity and accurate reproduction of each channel for true high fidelity reproduction from even the most demanding Dolby Digital and DTS program sources. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Before You Start ... 6 Checking the Supplied Accessories ... 6 How to Use This Manual ... 6 Preparing the Remote Control ... 6 Installing the Receiver ... 7 Opening the Front Panel ... 7 Connecting Your Equipment ... 8 Audio Components ... -
Page 6: Before You Start
FM wire antenna AM loop antenna How to Use This Manual This manual is for the VSX-29TX Audio/Video Multi- Channel Receiver. This manual is divided into two main sections which will tell you how to setup and use the unit : PREPARATION First carry out the tasks below in this “Before You Start“... -
Page 7: Installing The Receiver
Operating range of remote control unit The area in which you can use the remote control to operate the VSX-29TX is fairly large. To use, point the remote control toward the remote sensor on the front panel of this unit while within the range shown below. -
Page 8: Connecting Your Equipment
Connecting Your Equipment Audio Components To begin set up connect your audio components to the jacks as shown below. These are all analog connections and your analog audio components (turntable, cassette deck) use these jacks. Remember that for components you want to record with you need to hook up four plugs (a set of stereo ins and a set of stereo outs), but for components that only play (like a turntable) you only need to hook up one set of stereo plugs (two plugs). -
Page 9: Video Components
S-video cords (not supplied) to connect them on the back of the receiver. These jacks are labeled by the Japanese designation "S2" on the VSX-29TX but they are simply S- video jacks. However, if you use S-video cords for your video hook ups you must also hook up your TV with S-video connections. -
Page 10: Digital Connections
The VSX-29TX has two coaxial and two optical inputs for a total of four digital inputs. For the VSX-29TX, DVD/LD player or LD player should be connected to a digital jack and the special AC-3 RF jack (if the LD has one) as well as a pair of analog jacks (see the previous page). -
Page 11: External Decoder Input
Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player Make sure you connect your DVD/LD or LD players using both the AC-3 RF jack and a coaxial or optical connection. If your player has an AC-3 RF output this will ensure you can use all LDs (see p. 32). DIGITAL PCM/ /DTS IN... -
Page 12: Antennas
Connecting Your Equipment Antennas Hook up the supplied radio antennas as shown below. When connecting your equipment always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. FM wire antenna AM loop antenna (See below) DIGITAL PCM/... -
Page 13: Speakers
A full complement of six speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone's home set up will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner described below. The VSX-29TX will work with just two stereo speakers (called "front" speakers in the diagram) but the receiver is designed to be used with at least three speakers. -
Page 14: Speaker Placement
Connecting Your Equipment Speaker placement If you have a multiple speaker arrangement the placement of the speakers is extremely important. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below. Make sure all speakers are installed securely to prevent accidents and improve sound quality. -
Page 15: Additional Amplifiers
Connecting Additional Amplifiers Although the VSX-29TX has more than sufficient power for any home use, it is possible to add additional amplifiers to your system. If you want to use separate amplifiers to power your speakers, make the connections shown below. -
Page 16: Displays & Controls
REFERENCE AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI–CHANNEL RECEIVER 9 MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE button Press to enable multi room operation (requires an optional PIONEER Multi-Room Remote Sensor Unit MR-100 or other IR receiver). 0 CONTROL button Use to select the function or volume of the MULTI ROOM system. -
Page 17: Loudness Button
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER STANDBY/ON STANDBAY MODE STEREO /DTS THX CINEMA ADVANCED STANDARD 5-CHANNEL EQUAL POWER OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R PHONES ∞ ¢ @ LOUDNESS button (See p.41) Switches the LOUDNESS mode on or off. # MIDNIGHT button (See p.40) Switches the MIDNIGHT LISTENING mode on or off. -
Page 18: Display
Displays & Controls Display All the display information is explained and /or referenced here. SIGNAL LOUDNESS SELECT OVER ANALOG SP DIGITAL AC-3RF MONO STEREO TUNED AMFM AUTO AC-3DTS LS LS RS 1 SIGNAL SELECT indicators Light to indicate the type of input signal selected for the current component (see “Front Panel“, %, SIGNAL SELECT). -
Page 19: Remote Control
Press to mute or restore the volume. - SYSTEM OFF button This button turns off components in two ways. First, when pressed it will turn off all PIONEER components. Secondly, any component that has programmed into the SYSTEM OFF settings will be turned off. -
Page 20: Basic Receiver Lcd Screens
6 EXTERNAL 5.1 CHANNEL button Use to hook up an external component that can decode other types of signals and input them into the VSX-29TX. 7 TAPE 2 MONITOR button ( Selects the tape deck (or MD recorder, etc.) connected to the TAPE 2 MONITOR inputs/outputs. -
Page 21: Initial Set Up
Initial Set Up On Screen Display There are a number of possible ways to hook up the receiver to your video components, like a DVD player, and hook up to your receiver to your TV, but some of them won't allow you to use the on-screen display of this unit. To avoid this one simply needs to follow two rules. - Page 22 Initial Set Up Touch Panel Adjust EXIT RECEIVER DVD/LD TV/SAT TOUCH CROSS POINT VCR1 VCR2 « Touch Panel Adjust EXIT RECEIVER DVD/LD TV/SAT COMPLETE VCR1 VCR2 LCD Commander EXIT RECEIVER TOUCH PANEL BEEP ON ADJUSTMENT DVD/LD LCD CONTRAST TV/SAT LCD TIMER : VCR1 VCR2 Press each cross point in the middle to align the...
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Page 23: Setting Up For Surround Sound
Setting Up for Surround Sound To ensure the best possible surround sound, complete the following set up operations. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers, etc.). These set up operations use your TV to display the settings and choices so be sure your TV and receiver are properly hooked up. -
Page 24: Speaker Setting
Initial Set Up SPEAKER SETTING The following steps show you how to select the correct set up for the type and number of speakers you connected. If continuing from the previous page go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 on p.23 first. System Setup EXIT SPEAKER... - Page 25 Speaker Setting FREE SETUP « Speaker Setting FREE SETUP memo If you have a sub woofer and like lots of bass, it may seem logical to select LARGE for your FRONT speakers and leave the sub woofer selected. This may not, however, yield the best bass results. Depending on the size and shape of your room you may actually experience a decrease in the amount of bass due to what is called "low frequency cancellations."...
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Page 26: Channel Delay
Initial Set Up CHANNEL DELAY Adding a slight delay to some speakers is necessary to achieve a surround sound effect. You need to figure out the distance from your listening position to your speakers to add the proper delay. The following steps show you how to set the delay time for each channel by specifying the distances from your listening position to each speaker. -
Page 27: Channel Level
CHANNEL LEVEL The following steps show you how to balance the sound output level of your speakers. Proper speaker balance is essential for obtaining high quality surround sound. If continuing from CHANNEL DELAY go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“... - Page 28 initial Set Up Channel Level AUTO TEST TONE MANUAL TEST TONE SETUP DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 STANDBY/ON ENTER %¥fi buttons Channel Level AUTO TEST TONE MANUAL TEST TONE SETUP Using the remote control display, follow the instructions below to adjust the speaker levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in your normal listening position.
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Page 29: Crossover Network
CROSSOVER NETWORK The following steps show you how to adjust the crossover network. The crossover network is the frequency at which the system divides the signal and sends the different parts (high ,mid, low) to different speakers. Speaking precisely, this setting sets the cutoff point for the bass frequencies rerouted from your SMALL speakers to your sub woofer or speaker set to LARGE. -
Page 30: Bass Peak Level Manager
Initial Set Up BASS PEAK LEVEL MANAGER The LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel in Dolby Digital or DTS program sources can produce heavily concentrated ultra-low bass tones that may exceed the capabilities of your speaker system. The following steps show you how to set the peak level for the ultra-low bass (LFE) channel. -
Page 31: Dynamic Range Control
DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL This feature makes it possible to enjoy full surround sound effects on Dolby Digital sources even at low volumes. It does this by compressing the dynamic range. Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and the softest sounds in any given signal. -
Page 32: Digital Input Select
Initial Set Up DIGITAL INPUT SELECT In order to be able to use your digital equipment properly you need to assign digital inputs for each of the digital components you connected. Match the DIGITAL IN buttons 1-4 with the digital jacks 1-4 in accordance with what component is hooked up to each digital jack. -
Page 33: Basic Playback
Playing Source with Stereo Sound The following instructions show you how to play audio or audio-visual sources with the VSX-29TX. If the TAPE 2 indicator is visible in the display, it means the TAPE 2 MONITOR is on. Press TAPE 2 MONITOR memo on the front panel to turn it off unless you want to listen to TAPE 2. -
Page 34: Sound Modes
Basic Playback Sound Modes The five sound modes on the VSX-29TX are explained here. These can be turned on from the front panel or from the RECEIVER MAIN SCREEN on the remote control. There are three cinema modes: STANDARD, HOME THX CINEMA, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multi channel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs). -
Page 35: Stereo Mode
DSP modes The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing either two-channel or multi-channel sources. HALL 1 Simulates the acoustic effects of a large concert hall. Suitable for classical music. A long delay time of reflected sounds, coupled with reverb effects, let the listener enjoy the dynamic and rich sounds characteristic of concert halls and powerful orchestral performances. -
Page 36: Selecting A Sound Mode
Basic Playback Selecting a Sound Mode To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the set up procedures described in “Setting Up for Surround Sound” (starting on page 23) before using the sound modes. This is particularly important when using the (Dolby) Digital or DTS sources. -
Page 37: Playing Source With Dolby Digital Or Dts Sound
Playing Source with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound The following instructions show you how to play Dolby Digital or DTS sound sources with the VSX-29TX. RECEIVER REMOTE SETUP DVD/LD MD/TAPE1 TV/SAT VCR1 TUNER VCR2 CONTROL MASTER VOLUME MULTI SYSTEM STANDBY/ON... -
Page 38: Switching Analog/Digital Signal Input
Basic Playback Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input This button selects the type of input, ANALOG, DIGITAL or AC-3 RF, sent to the receiver. You need to take special care to switch to the appropriate input, when necessary. For example, the switch would have to be on DIGITAL to hear DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS surround sound material but it would have to be on analog to record from the ANALOG out jacks on the receiver. -
Page 39: Reducing Noise During Playback (Digital Nr Function)
Reducing noise during playback (DIGITAL NR function) To reduce extraneous noise switch on DIGITAL NR. This noise reduction can only be used in the STEREO mode. Receiver MAIN STEREO / dts EFFECT ADVANCED STANDARD THEATER MIDNIGHT DIRECT SIGNAL FUNCTION SELECT DIGITAL LOUDNESS 96kHz 24bit Performance... -
Page 40: Listening In Midnight Listening Mode
Basic Playback Listening in MIDNIGHT LISTENING Mode This feature makes it possible to get excellent surround sound effects even when listening at low volumes. It can be used with a variety of surround sound sources and play soundtracks so that the quieter sounds are audible while the noisier sounds don’t become overly loud or distorted. -
Page 41: Listening In Loudness Mode
Listening in LOUDNESS mode The LOUDNESS mode allows you to boost the bass in a signal. It is useful for listening to music at low volumes. Receiver MAIN STEREO / dts EFFECT ADVANCED STANDARD THEATER MIDNIGHT DIRECT SIGNAL SELECT DIGITAL LOUDNESS LOUDNESS LOUDNESS... -
Page 42: Direct Playback
Basic Playback Direct playback Receiver MAIN STEREO / dts EFFECT ADVANCED STANDARD THEATER MIDNIGHT DIRECT SIGNAL SELECT DIGITAL LOUDNESS DIRECT DIRECT Adjusting the brightness of the display (front panel only) Use the FL DIMMER button to adjust the brightness of the fluorescent display (FL=fluorescent display). FL DIMMER Press DIRECT on the remote control’s Receiver MAIN screen or on the front panel. -
Page 43: Using The Tuner
Using the Tuner Automatic and Manual Tuning The following steps show you how to tune in FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the exact frequency of the station you want, see “Direct Access Tuning“ on the following page. -
Page 44: Direct Access Tuning
Using the Tuner Direct Access Tuning The following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remote control. Tuner RECEIVER REMOTE SETUP STATION DVD/LD MD/TAPE1 TV/SAT TUNING VCR1 MPX BAND CLASS TUNER DIRECT VCR2 ACCESS CONTROL MASTER VOLUME MULTI... -
Page 45: Memorizing Frequently Used Stations
Memorizing Frequently Used Stations The following steps show you how to memorize up to 30 radio stations in 3 classes (each holding 10 stations). When memorizing FM frequencies, the receiver also memorizes the MPX mode (STEREO or MONO). Using the front panel Tune in the station you want. -
Page 46: Recalling Memorized Stations
Recalling Memorized Stations Using the remote control Tuner RECEIVER REMOTE SETUP STATION DVD/LD MD/TAPE1 TV/SAT TUNING VCR1 MPX BAND CLASS TUNER DIRECT VCR2 ACCESS CONTROL MASTER VOLUME MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION MUTING STANDBY/ON ENTER Using the front panel Press TUNER. This selects the TUNER function on the receiver and sets the remote to the TUNER operation mode. -
Page 47: Remote Control Of Other Components
Remote Control of Other components Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components In addition to controlling the receiver, the supplied remote control can operate your other components (VCR, TV, LD, CD, etc.) after you program it to do so. In this way, instead of fumbling with many different controls and buttons, you only need to use one remote control. - Page 48 If there are two pages of company names, use the page +/– buttons to go back and forth between the two sets of makers' names. For explanation purposes, we'll use PIONEER as an example. Press number 1 and look to see if the component turns on or off.
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Page 49: Learning Mode: Programming Signals From Other Remote Controls
Learning mode: Programming signals from other remote controls If preset codes are not available for your component(s), or the available preset codes do not operate correctly, you can use this procedure to program in signals from the remote control(s) of your other component(s). These steps can also be used to add further operations to the remote control screens that were successfully set with the stored settings (see p.47). -
Page 50: Locking The Settings
LCD display. If NG (no good) MD/TAPE1 appears, it means that for some reason the command was not learned. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to teach the remote control of the VSX-29TX TUNER all the commands from remote control. CONTROL... -
Page 51: Using Remote Control With Other Components
Using Remote Control with Other Components DVD or LD player operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your DVD or memo LD player into it, but some operations may need to be learned separately by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“... -
Page 52: Cd Player Operations
Remote Control of Other Components CD player operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your CD memo player into it, but some operations may need to be learned separately by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“... -
Page 53: Edit Mode
MD operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your MD memo recorder into it, but some operations may need to be learned separately by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“ p. 47-50). •... - Page 54 Remote Control of Other Components TV operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your TV into memo it, but some operations may need to be learned separately by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“...
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Page 55: Catv Operations
• To perform these operations, press the TV/SAT button to set the remote to the DIGITAL TUNER operation mode. • For more information on individual commands consult the manual that came with the component. • When presetting a PIONEER digital tuner, this screen will appear. Digital Tuner screen STB (DTV) -
Page 56: Number Buttons
• For more information on individual commands consult the manual that came with the component. • When presetting a satellite tuner other than one made by PIONEER, screen1 will appear. • When presetting a PIONEER satellite tuner, screen 2 will appear. -
Page 57: Cassette Deck Operations
Cassette deck operations You can use this remote control to control a single or a double cassette deck after you program the deck player into it. If you have a regular cassette deck with only one set of tape heads use the buttons on the right marked “SINGLE/DECK II“. -
Page 58: Vcr Operations
Other screen for preset operations In addition to the operations mentioned in this section up to this point, the VSX-29TX is equipped with remote control screens to deal with a variety of cutting edge technologies and components that may or may not have appeared on the market yet. -
Page 59: Using Other Functions
Using Other Functions Recording from Audio Components The following explanations show you how to record an analog or digital audio signal. Note that your analog components cannot record a player that is only connected digitally (and vice-versa). If you want to record from a digital component to an analog one (for example, a tape deck), or vice-versa, the digital component it MUST be connected via analog jacks and you need to set the SIGNAL SELECT switch to ANALOG. -
Page 60: Multi Operations
Using Other Functions Multi Operations Multi operations allow you to tell the receiver and your other components to do a number of things with the push of only two buttons on the LCD commander. For example, you can program the unit to turn on your TV, turn on your DVD player and start playing the loaded DVD. -
Page 61: Performing Multi Operations
SETUP Press the EXIT button repeatedly. MD/TAPE TUNER memo You don't need to program power on for PIONEER components, they will go on automatically if a command CONTROL for that unit is entered in the MULTI OPERATIONS settings. Also, your TV will go on automatically if a TV related command is entered in the MULTI OPERATIONS. -
Page 62: System Off
LCD commander. For example, you can program the unit to stop your DVD, turn off your TV, turn off your DVD player and turn off the receiver itself. You don't need to program in other the power for PIONEER components, they will go off automatically in this mode. -
Page 63: Using System Off
DVD:Multi Operation EXIT RECEIVER DVD/LD TV/SAT SEARCH MENU VCR1 MENU VCR2 MENU SET UP « System OFF EXIT RECEIVER SELECT FUNCTION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 CLEAR « EXIT Multi Operation EXIT RECEIVER DVD/LD TV/SAT SELECT FUNCTION VCR1 VCR2 Using SYSTEM OFF Do the following to use the SYSTEM OFF function. -
Page 64: Resetting The Remote Control
The direct function will not be necessary for most users. It is designed in case you have an external video source connected to your TV (a video source that is not going through the VSX-29TX). For this explanation we'll call this the "external video deck."... -
Page 65: Multi-Room
While in MULTI ROOM mode the input selector on the front panel of the VSX-29TX is able to change the input even though the receiver is off. - Page 66 VARIABLE or FIXED. If you hook up a just a power amplifier in the sub room the TUNER VSX-29TX will act as a pre-amp. In this case choose CONTROL VARIABLE for the VOLUME LEVEL setting. If you hook up a...
- Page 67 Using the front panel with the MULTI-ROOM system 3, 4, 5 INPUT MULTI-ROOM SELECTOR & SOURCE CONTROL MASTER TUNER PHONO VOLUME TUNER CONTROL FM/AM - TUNING + MEMRY - STATION + « MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE CONTROL memo If you don't turn the multi room function off you won't be able to turn the entire main room system off. Press the MULTI ROOM &...
- Page 68 Using Other Functions Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM system Number button Tuner STATION –/+ RECEIVER STATION DVD/LD TV/SAT TUNING VCR1 MPX BAND CLASS CLASS DIRECT VCR2 ACCESS MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION STANDBY/ON ENTER STANDBY/ON SUB room From the sub room, point the remote control at the MULTI ROOM sensor and press a MULTI CONTROL button to select the sub function.
- Page 69 • When operating MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE with the MULTI-ROOM PRE OUT jacks connected to a SUB room amplifier which bears the PIONEER Î mark and has a remote sensor, both the IR receiver and the amplifier may receive remote control commands (making correct operation impossible). In this case, place the IR receiver and amplifier apart from each other, and point the remote control directly at the IR receiver during operation.
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Page 70: Techno Tidbits & Problem-Solving
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a compression format which records the sound of 6 channels of the theater surround system (Dolby Digital) on the movie film digital track. Of the 6 channels, the sub woofer channel is intended for bass only, and because the frequency range is smaller than the main channel, it is expressed as 5.1 channel. -
Page 71: Dts
Because of these differences we often miss the power and emotion that thrills us in a good movie. Now Pioneer and THX have teamed up to bring the full glory of accurate cinema sound to the comfort and convenience of your home. -
Page 72: Troubleshooting
Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. Symptom The power does not turn ON. - Page 73 Symptom No sound from surround or center speakers. Sound is produced from some components, but not from digital components. No sound is output or a noise is output when software with DTS is played back. The sound is output intermittently when software with DTS is played back.
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Page 74: Specifications
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Specifications Continuous average power output of 120 watts* per channel, min., at 6 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.09 %** total harmonic distortion (front). Continuous Power Output Front ... 120 W + 120 W (20-20 kHz, 0.09 %, 6 ) Center ... - Page 75 Si ce produit doit être réparé au Canada, veuillez vous adresser à un distributeur autorisée Pioneer au Canada pour obtenir le nom de la Société de Service Autorisée Pioneer le plus près de chez vous. Ou encore, veuillez vous communiquer avec le Service de Clientèle de Pioneer: Pioneer électroniques du Canada, Inc.
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Page 76: Power Cord Caution
A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. PIONEER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION PIONEER ELECTRONICS [USA] INC.