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VSX-834
AV RECEIVER
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Table of contents
Connections
- Connecting Speakers
Playback
Setup
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Supplementary Information
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Thomas Meyer
January 31, 2025

how to make everything same volume when switching between choices / applacations. such dvd is quit ipod is quiter tv plasting when switching to channel watching

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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025

To adjust volume levels for different applications on the Pioneer VSX-834, you can use a combination of input assignment, speaker configuration, and personal presets:

1. Input Assignment:
You can assign specific audio inputs (digital or analog) to different input selectors (e.g., BD/DVD, TV, etc.). This allows you to configure each source application (like a Blu-ray player, game console, or streaming device) to use the appropriate input jack. For example:
- Assign DIGITAL IN COAXIAL or OPTICAL to BD/DVD.
- Assign AUDIO IN (AUDIO 1 to AUDIO 3) to TV or another input.

This setup ensures that each application has its own dedicated input path, which can help manage and adjust volume levels more precisely for each source.

2. Speaker Configuration and Crossover Settings:
Configuring your speakers as either “Small” or “Large” and adjusting the crossover frequency (e.g., 80Hz) determines how low-frequency sounds are distributed. This affects perceived volume and clarity across applications like movies, music, or games. For example:
- If you set your front or center speakers to “Small,” bass will be redirected to the subwoofer, which may impact how loud or full the sound feels depending on the content.

3. OSD (On-Screen Display):
When adjusting volume or switching inputs, the OSD provides visual feedback on the TV screen if it’s turned “On.” Note, however, that the OSD might not show up depending on the input signal resolution. You can try changing the resolution of the connected device if this happens.

4. Personal Presets:
The VSX-834 allows you to save three personal presets, which can include volume levels, input selection, and zone settings. For example:
- Preset 1: Movie mode with cinema sound settings and higher volume.
- Preset 2: Internet radio with moderate volume and Zone 2 active.
- Preset 3: Music streaming with specific EQ and loudness settings.

These presets let you switch between different applications quickly with pre-configured volume and audio settings.

By combining these features, you can effectively manage and tailor volume levels for different applications on your Pioneer VSX-834.

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  • Page 1 Instruction ≫ Table of contents Manual ≫ Connections VSX-834 ≫ - Connecting Speakers AV RECEIVER ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ What’s in the box Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (ZONE B Connection) Additional Function (Firmware Update) Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE B) Update Information of the firmware Connecting Antennas Operation of added new functions Connecting the Power Cord Firmware Update Procedure...

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Appendix Speaker Layouts and Selectable Listening Modes Listening Mode Effects About HDMI Input Formats and Selectable Listening Modes General Specifications Setup Setup Menu Menu list Menu operations 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker 3.

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ What’s in the box 1. Main unit (1) 2. Remote controller (RC-971R) (1), Batteries (AAA/R03) (2) 3. Speaker setup microphone (1) • Used during Initial Setup. 4. Indoor FM antenna (1) 5. AM loop antenna (1) •...

  • Page 5: Additional Function (Firmware Update)

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Additional Function (Firmware Update) This unit is equipped with a function to update the firmware via USB port when the firmware update is announced after purchase. This enables various functions to be added and operations to be improved.

  • Page 6: Firmware Update Procedure

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Firmware Update Procedure Approx. 30 minutes are required for updating. Existing settings are kept after Update updating. 1. Connect the USB storage device to your PC. 2. Download the firmware file from our company's website to your PC and unzip. Disclaimer: The program and accompanying online documentation are furnished Firmware files are named as below.

  • Page 7: Main

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 6. Select "7. Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Update via USB" with the Connect the USB storage device to an external power source if it has its own cursors in order, then press ENTER. power supply.

  • Page 8: Part Names

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Part Names Front Panel ❏ For details, see ( Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
  • Page 9 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. INPUT SELECTOR dial: Switch the input to be played. 2. 4K indicator: Lights up when doing 4K upscaling or 4K pass through. 3. FL OFF indicator: Lights up when the display is turned off by repeatedly pressing the DIMMER button on the remote controller.

  • Page 10: Display

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Display 1. Lights in the following conditions. : Connected by BLUETOOTH. HDMI: HDMI signals are input and the HDMI input is selected. DIGITAL: Digital signals are input and the digital input is selected. 2.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Rear Panel ❏ For details, see ( p12) Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...

  • Page 12: Am Loop/

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. HDMI OUT jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with a HDMI cable connected to a TV. 2. HDMI IN jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with a HDMI cable connected to an AV component.

  • Page 13: Remote Controller

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Remote Controller STANDBY/ON button 2. PERSONAL PRESET 1/2/3 buttons: Registers the current setting conditions such  as input selector, listening mode, etc. or call the registered settings. ( p48)  3. Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played. ...

  • Page 14: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connections Connecting speakers Connecting the TV Connecting Playback Devices Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (ZONE B Connection) Connecting Antennas Connecting the Power Cord Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...

  • Page 15: Connecting Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting speakers You can select the layout of speakers to be installed from various patterns when using this unit. Use the following flow chart to select the speaker layout that suits your speakers and usage environment.

  • Page 16: Speaker Installation

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker Installation „ 5.1 Channel System This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals.
  • Page 17 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 7.1 Channel System This is a 7.1 Channel System that consists of the basic 5.1 Channel System p16) and added surround back speakers. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals.
  • Page 18 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5.1.2 Channel System A 5.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( p16) and added height speakers. Select the height speakers that suit your speakers and usage environment from the following three types. ❏...
  • Page 19 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p16) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, Installation Example and added front high speakers or rear high speakers combined.
  • Page 20 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Ceiling Speakers Installation Example This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p16) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top middle speakers or top rear speakers combined. Installing the height speakers will enrich the sound field feeling in the upper space.
  • Page 21 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p16) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and Installation Example added Dolby enabled speakers (front) or Dolby enabled speakers (surround) combined.

  • Page 22: Speaker Connections And "Speaker Setup" Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings Connections „ (Note) Speaker Impedance Connect speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω. If any of the speakers to be connected has an impedance of 4 Ω or more and less than 6 Ω, set "Speaker Impedance"...
  • Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Connect the Subwoofer a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack.
  • Page 24 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5.1 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during „ Initial Setup ( p89) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch Subwoofer Height Speaker - - - Zone B Speaker Zone B Output Level Fixed Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above...
  • Page 25 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5.1 Channel System + ZONE B SPEAKER MAIN ROOM (ZONE A) "Speaker Setup" settings during „ Initial Setup ( p89) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch Subwoofer Height Speaker - - - Zone B Speaker Zone B Output Level Variable...
  • Page 26 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5.1 Channel System (Bi-Amping the Speakers) "Speaker Setup" settings during „ Initial Setup ( p89) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch Subwoofer Height Speaker - - - Zone B Speaker Zone B Output Level Fixed Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above...
  • Page 27 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 7.1 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during „ Initial Setup ( p89) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 7.1 ch Subwoofer Height Speaker - - - Zone B Speaker Zone B Output Level Fixed Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above...
  • Page 28 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5.1.2 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during „ Initial Setup ( p89) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1.2 ch Subwoofer Height Speaker Front High Zone B Speaker Zone B Output Level Fixed Speaker Impedance 6 ohms or above Select how many speakers you have.

  • Page 29: Speaker Combinations

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker combinations • Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected in either combination. SURROUND ZONE B Speaker Channels FRONT CENTER SURROUND HEIGHT Bi-AMP BACK (ZONE SPEAKER) 2.1 ch (*1) (*1) 3.1 ch (*1) (*1) 4.1 ch...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting the TV Connect this unit between a TV and AV component. Connecting this unit with the TV can output the video and audio signals of the AV component to the TV, or play the audio of the TV on this unit.

  • Page 31: To Arc Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ To ARC TV If the TV supports the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), use only the HDMI cable to connect with the TV. Use the ARC-compatible HDMI IN jack of the TV for connection.

  • Page 32: To Non-Arc Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ To Non-ARC TV If the TV does not support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), connect an HDMI cable and digital optical cable. If the TV does not have a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT jack, you can use an analog audio cable to connect with the AUDIO IN TV jack.

  • Page 33: Connecting Playback Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting Playback Devices Connecting an AV Component with HDMI Jack Mounted This is a connection example of an AV component equipped with an HDMI jack. When connecting with an AV component that conforms to the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) standard, you can use the HDMI CEC function (*) that enables linking with input selectors, etc.

  • Page 34: Connecting An Audio Component

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting an Audio Component This is a connection example of an audio component. Connect a CD player using a digital coaxial cable or analog audio cable. a Analog audio cable, b Digital coaxial cable Front Panel≫...

  • Page 35: Connecting An Av Component In A Separate Room (Zone B Connection)

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (ZONE B Connection) Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE B) While performing playback in the main room (ZONE A), you can enjoy 2-ch audio of the same source in the separate room (ZONE B) at the same time. Use an analog cable to connect the ZONE B PRE/LINE OUT jack of this unit and the LINE IN jack of the pre-main amplifier or power amplifier in the separate room.

  • Page 36: Connecting Antennas

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting Antennas Connect the antenna to this unit, and set up the antenna at the best position for listening while receiving radio signals. Attach the indoor FM antenna to the wall using push pins or adhesive tape. (European, (North American Australian and...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord after all the connections are completed. a Power cord Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...

  • Page 38: Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playback AV Component Playback BLUETOOTH Playback ® Listening To the AM/FM Radio ZONE B Playback Convenience functions Listening Mode Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...

  • Page 39: Av Component Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ AV Component Playback You can play the audio from AV components, such as Blu-ray disc players through this unit. Basic Operations Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. 1. Switch the input on the TV to the input connected to the unit. TV’s REMOTE 2.

  • Page 40: Bluetooth Playback

    If a password is requested, enter "0000". • This unit is displayed as "Pioneer VSX-834 XXXXXX". • To connect another BLUETOOTH-enabled device, press and hold the BLUETOOTH button until "Now Pairing..." is displayed, and then perform step 2.

  • Page 41: Listening To The Am/Fm Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening To the AM/FM Radio You can receive AM and FM radio stations on this unit with the built-in tuner. Tuning into a Radio Station Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. Tuning Automatically 1.
  • Page 42 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ When FM broadcasts reception is poor: Perform the procedure for "Tuning Manually" ( p42). Note that if you tune manually, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception.

  • Page 43: Presetting A Radio Station

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Presetting a Radio Station Registration Procedure You can preset up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. After tuning in to the AM/FM radio station you want to register, perform the following procedure.
  • Page 44 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Selecting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors to select a preset number. Deleting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors to select the preset number to delete. 3.

  • Page 45: Using Rds (European, Australian And Asian Models)

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Using RDS (European, Australian and Asian models) RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a method of transmitting data in FM • If no stations are found, the message "Not Found" is displayed. radio signals.

  • Page 46: Zone B Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ZONE B Playback While performing playback in the main room (ZONE A), you can enjoy the audio of the same source in the separate room (ZONE B) at the same time. Playing Back 1.
  • Page 47 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. If the unit is connected to the pre-main amplifier in the separate room, adjust the volume on the pre-main amplifier. If the unit is connected to the power amplifier or ZONE speaker in the separate room, adjust the volume on the remote controller.

  • Page 48: Convenience Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Convenience functions Using PERSONAL PRESET Registration You can register settings ( p49) such as the current input selector and listening mode with the three PERSONAL PRESET buttons, and call a registered setting in a single operation. e.g.) Pressing the PERSONAL PRESET button will automatically switch the input selector to "TUNER"...
  • Page 49 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Settings that can be registered The following settings can be registered with PERSONAL PRESET. – Input selector (AM/FM radio stations can also be registered.) – Listening mode – Volume level (Upper limit "-32 dB") –...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Tone

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Adjusting the tone Adjusting TREBLE/BASS You can adjust the sound quality of the speakers. 1. Press TONE repeatedly to select Treble or Bass and adjust the content. Treble: Enhances or moderates the high-tone range of the speakers. Bass: Enhances or moderates the low-tone range of the speakers.
  • Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Press + or - to adjust the level between "-15.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB". • If you set the unit to the standby mode, the adjustments you made will be restored to the previous statuses. Front Panel≫...

  • Page 52: Sleep Timer

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Sleep Timer You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the specified time has elapsed. Press SLEEP button on the remote controller to select the time from "30 min", "60 min"...

  • Page 53: Listening Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening Mode You can change the listening mode during play by pressing repeatedly "AUTO/DIRECT", "SURR", or "STEREO". Selecting a Listening mode • Each of AUTO/DIRECT, SURR, and STEREO buttons stores the listening mode that was selected last.
  • Page 54 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ AUTO/DIRECT button „ SURR button Press repeatedly and the listening modes suited to the input signal are switched By pressing repeatedly you can select the audio format of the signals being input between "Auto Surround", "Direct", and "Pure Direct".
  • Page 55 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Checking the input format and listening mode Pressing button on the remote controller or STATUS button on the main unit repeatedly will switch the display of the main unit in the following order. •...

  • Page 56: Speaker Layouts And Selectable Listening Modes

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker Layouts and Selectable Listening Modes See the following table for selectable listening modes for each speaker layout. Speaker layout Listening mode 2.1 ch 3.1 ch 4.1 ch 5.1 ch 6.1 ch 7.1 ch 2.1.2 ch 3.1.2 ch...
  • Page 57 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker layout Listening mode 2.1 ch 3.1 ch 4.1 ch 5.1 ch 6.1 ch 7.1 ch 2.1.2 ch 3.1.2 ch 4.1.2 ch 5.1.2 ch (*3) (*3) (*3) ES Discrete (DTS-ES Discrete) ES Matrix (DTS-ES Matrix) DTS 96/24 (*3) (*3)

  • Page 58: Listening Mode Effects

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening Mode Effects height speakers. You can select this mode when inputting the Dolby Amos audio Updating of listening modes format. Listening modes such as Atmos 2.0 and DSur 2.0 are added when the Unlike existing surround systems, Dolby Atmos does not rely on channels, but firmware is updated after purchase or the firmware is switched in the product rather enables the accurate placement of sound objects that have independent...
  • Page 59 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1 channels on a DVD-Video or Blu-ray Disc; two front channels, one center – DSur 5.0/5.1: When front speakers, center speaker and surround channel, two surround channels, and the LFE channel dedicated to the bass speakers are installed region (sound elements for the subwoofer).
  • Page 60 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ DTS-HD HR (DTS-HD High Resolution) • This listening mode cannot be selected if the output setting on your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is not set to DSD. This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-HD High „...
  • Page 61 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Ext.Mono (Extended Mono) • This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p77) is set to "Off" (Default: On). In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear „...

  • Page 62: Input Formats And Selectable Listening Modes

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Formats and Selectable Listening Modes „ Selectable listening modes You can select a variety of listening modes Input Format Listening Mode according to the audio format of the signal to be Stereo input.
  • Page 63 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Multich PCM Stereo Stereo Stereo *1 *2 *1 *2 DSur DSur DSur DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X Classical DTS Virtual:X DTS Virtual:X Unplugged *2 *3 *3 *4...
  • Page 64 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Stereo Stereo DTS 96/24 Stereo DTS 96/24 *1 *2 *3 *1 *2 *1 *2 DSur DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X Classical DTS Virtual:X DTS Virtual:X *4 *5...
  • Page 65 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS Express Stereo DTS-HD HR Stereo DTS-HD MSTR Stereo DTS Express DTS-HD HR DTS-HD MSTR *1 *2 *1 *2 *1 *2 DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X...
  • Page 66 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS-ES Stereo DTS:X Stereo DTS:X ES Matrix DTS Virtual:X *1 *2 ES Discrete Classical DTS Neural:X Unplugged DTS Virtual:X Ent.Show *3 *4 Classical Drama Unplugged Ext.Stereo Ent.Show...

  • Page 67: Setup Menu

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Setup Menu Menu list You can configure advanced settings to have a more enjoyable experience with this unit. For operation details, refer to "Menu operations" ( p69). 1. Input/Output 1. TV Out / OSD Make settings for TV output and On-Screen Displays (OSD) that appear on the TV.
  • Page 68 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5. Source 1. Input Volume Adjust the volume level when there are differences in volume level among multiple devices Absorber connected to this unit. 2. Name Edit Set an easy name for each input. 3.

  • Page 69: Menu Operations

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Menu operations Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on the remote controller to display the Setup menu. Setup 1. Input/Output Assign 1. TV Out / OSD 2.

  • Page 70: Input/Output Assign

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. Input/Output Assign „ 2. HDMI Input Change input assignment between the input selectors and HDMI IN jacks. „ 1. TV Out / OSD Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Make settings for TV output and On-Screen Displays (OSD) that appear on the BD/DVD HDMI 1 "HDMI 1"...
  • Page 71 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 3. Digital Audio Input „ 4. Analog Audio Input Change input assignment between the input selectors and DIGITAL IN COAXIAL/ Change input assignment between the input selectors and AUDIO IN jacks. If you OPTICAL jacks.
  • Page 72 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 5. Input Skip „ 6. PERSONAL PRESET Information You can skip inputs to which nothing is connected when selecting them with the Confirm the registered contents of 1 to 3 buttons of PERSONAL PRESET. INPUT SELECTOR dial on the main unit.

  • Page 73: Speaker

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Speaker Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Bi-Amp Set whether the front speakers are bi-amp „ 1. Configuration connected. "No": When front speakers are not bi-amp Change the settings of connection environment of the speakers. connected "Yes": When front speakers are bi-amp connected Setting Item...
  • Page 74 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 2. Crossover Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Surround Small Set the low range capabilities for each channel by Change the settings of crossover frequencies. setting either small or large. "Small": For small speakers whose low range Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...
  • Page 75 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 3. Distance Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Double Bass This can be selected only when "Configuration" Set the distance from each speaker to the listening position. - "Subwoofer" is set to "Yes" and "Front" is set to "Large".
  • Page 76 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 4. Channel Level Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Surround Left 0.0 dB Select a value between "-12.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB" Adjust the volume level of each speaker. (in 0.5 dB increments). A test tone will be output each time you change the value.

  • Page 77: Mcacc

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. MCACC „ 5. Dolby Enabled Speaker Change the settings of Dolby Enabled Speakers. „ 1. Full Auto MCACC Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Place the supplied speaker setup microphone in the listening position, measure Dolby Enabled 6.0 ft/1.80 m Set the distance between the Dolby Enabled...

  • Page 78: Audio Adjust

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 4. Audio Adjust 2. Place the supplied speaker setup microphone in the listening position, and connect to the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit. „ 1. Dual Mono / Mono Change the settings of multiplex audio playback. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...
  • Page 79 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 2. Dolby „ 3. DTS Change the setting of when Dolby signals are input. Change the setting of when DTS signals are input. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Loudness...

  • Page 80: Source

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5. Source „ 2. Name Edit Set an easy name for each input. The set name appears on the main unit’s „ 1. Input Volume Absorber display. Select the input selector to make the setting. Adjust the volume level when there are differences in volume level among Setting Item Default Value...
  • Page 81 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 3. Audio Select Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Fixed PCM Select whether to fix input signals to PCM (except Select the priority for input selection when multiple audio sources are connected multi-channel PCM) when you select "HDMI", to one input selector, for example, connections to both the "BD/DVD"...

  • Page 82: Hardware

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 6. Hardware Setting Item Default Value Setting Details HDMI Standby When this is set to anything other than "Off", „ 1. HDMI Through you can play the video and audio of an HDMI- connected player on the TV even if the unit is in Change the settings of the HDMI function.
  • Page 83 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 2. Bluetooth Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Audio TV Out You can enjoy audio through the speakers of the Change the settings for the Bluetooth function. TV while this unit is on. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...
  • Page 84 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 3. Power Management Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Pairing You can initialize the pairing information saved on Change the settings for the power-save function. Information this unit. Pressing ENTER when "Clear" is displayed Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...

  • Page 85: Miscellaneous

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 7. Miscellaneous „ 1. Tuner Change the frequency step for the tuner. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details AM/FM 10 kHz/0.2 MHz Select a frequency step to suit your residential Frequency Step area.

  • Page 86: Av Adjust

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ AV Adjust Menu operations You can quickly adjust the settings you frequently use, such as tone adjustments, etc. You can make the settings on the TV screen while playing something. Press on the remote controller to display the AV Adjust menu. AV Adjust BD/DVD HDMI...
  • Page 87 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Audio • If you set the unit to the standby mode, the adjustments you made will be restored to the previous statuses. Sound Retriever: Improve the quality of the compressed audio. Playback sound of lossy compressed files such as MP3 will be improved.

  • Page 88: Initial Setup With Auto Start-Up Wizard

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations When you turn the unit on for the first time after purchase, the Initial Setup screen is automatically displayed on the TV to allow you to make settings required for TV’s REMOTE startup using simple operations following on-screen guidance.
  • Page 89 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • If you connect a subwoofer, check the power and volume of the subwoofer. • To perform the Initial Setup again after the setting is completed, press Set the subwoofer volume to more than half. select "7.
  • Page 90 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ 3. ARC Setup To connect with an ARC-compatible TV, select "Yes". The ARC setting on this unit turns on, and you can listen to the TV's audio through this unit. • If you select "Yes", the HDMI CEC function is enabled and power consumption increases during standby.
  • Page 91 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Troubleshooting „ Tuner „ BLUETOOTH function Before starting the procedure „ ZONE B function Problems may be solved by simply turning the power on/off or disconnecting/ „ Remote Controller connecting the power cord, which is easier than working on the connection, setting and operating procedure.

  • Page 92: When The Unit Is Operating Erratically

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ When the unit is operating erratically ❏ Try restarting the unit Restarting this unit may solve the problem. After turning the unit to standby mode, press and hold the STANDBY/ON button of the main unit for at least 5 seconds, and then restart the unit.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Troubleshooting „ Power ❏ When the power is turned on, "AMP Diag Mode" appears on the display of the main unit. • The protection circuit function may have operated. If the unit suddenly enters the standby state and "AMP Diag Mode" appears on the display of the main unit when the power is turned on again, this function is diagnosing whether or not the main unit is malfunctioning or there is an abnormality with the speaker cable connection.
  • Page 94 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ No sound from the TV • Change the input selector on this unit to the position of the terminal to which the TV is connected. • If the TV does not support the ARC function, along with the connection by an HDMI cable, connect the TV with this unit using a digital optical p32) cable or analog audio cable.

  • Page 95: X84; Listening Modes

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN cannot be heard • Since it takes longer to identify the format of an HDMI signal than it does for other digital audio signals, audio output may not start immediately. ❏...

  • Page 96: X84; Video

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Video • Confirm that the connection between the output jack on the connected device and the input jack on this unit is correct. • Make sure that none of the connecting cables are bent, twisted, or damaged. •...

  • Page 97: X84; Tuner

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Tuner ❏ Poor reception or much noise • Recheck the antenna connection. p36) • Move the antenna away from the speaker cord or power cord. • Move the unit away from your TV or PC. •...

  • Page 98: X84; Zone B Function

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ ZONE B function ❏ Cannot ZONE B-output the audio of externally connected AV components • To output audio to ZONE B, set the audio output destination to "ZONE A+B" or "ZONE B". p46) „...

  • Page 99: About Hdmi

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ About HDMI Compatible functions transmitted to the TV. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital interface standard for You can transmit 3D video signals from AV components to the TV. connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, digital tuners, and other video components.
  • Page 100 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Supported Audio Formats 2 ch linear PCM: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Multi-channel linear PCM: Maximum 7.1 channels, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Bitstream: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS:X,...

  • Page 101: General Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ General Specifications „ Amplifier Section Speaker Impedance 4 Ω - 16 Ω Rated Output Power (FTC) (North American) Headphone Rated Output With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20-20,000 Hz; rated 80 watts 80 mW + 80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.08% total harmonic Supported impedance of Headphones...
  • Page 102 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ HDMI Supported Codecs Input IN1 (BD/DVD), IN2 (GAME), IN3 (CBL/SAT), IN4 (STRM BOX) Transmission range (A2DP) Output 20 Hz - 20 kHz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz) Maximum communication range Supported Line of sight approx. 15 m (*) Audio Return Channel, 3D, 4K 60 Hz, 6G, HDR10, BT.2020, HLG, Dolby * The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between Vision, Auto Delay, CEC...
  • Page 103 Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ „ Audio Outputs Analog ZONE B PRE/LINE OUT 2 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT Speaker Outputs FRONT L/R (North American models support banana plugs.), CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R or ZONE B L/R Phones PHONES (Front, ø6.3 mm, 1/4") „...
  • Page 104 SN 29403616A_EN © 2019 Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved. "Pioneer" and "MCACC logo" are trademarks of Pioneer Corporation, and are used under license. H1902-1...

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