Setting The Video Options - Pioneer VSX-1018AH-S Operating Instructions Manual

Audio/video multi-channel receiver
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Using other functions
Setting
What it does
DRC
Adjusts the level of dynamic
(Dynamic
range for movie soundtracks
Range
optimized for Dolby Digital, DTS,
Control)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,
DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master
Audio (you may need to use this
feature when listening to
surround sound at low volumes).
LFE ATT
Some Dolby Digital and DTS
(LFE
audio sources include ultra-low
Attenuate)
bass 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
d
maximizing the dynamic range
GAIN
(during digital processing).
e
Specifies the routing of the HDMI
HDMI
audio signal out of this receiver
(HDMI
(amp) or through to a TV or flat
Audio)
screen TV. When THROUGH is
selected, no sound is output from
this receiver.
A. DELAY
This feature automatically
(Auto
corrects the audio-to-video delay
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
C. WIDTH
front speakers by spreading the
(Center
center channel between the front
Width)
right and left speakers, making it
(Applicable
sound wider (higher settings) or
only when
narrower (lower settings).
using a
center
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.
Note
1 Brightness, Contrast, Hue and Chroma can be set for each input source.
70
En
Option(s)
c
AUTO
OFF
MAX
MID
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
Setting
What it does
h
Adjusts the center image to
C. IMAGE
create a wider stereo effect with
(Center
vocals. Adjust the effect from 0
Image)
(all center channel sent to front
(Applicable
right and left speakers) to 10
only when
(center channel sent to the center
using a
speaker only).
center
speaker)
EFFECT
Sets the effect level for the
currently selected Advanced
Surround mode (each mode can
be set separately).
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 initially set AUTO is only available for Dolby TrueHD signals. Select
MAX or MID for signals other than Dolby TrueHD.
d.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.
e. HDMI Audio setting cannot be switched while performing synchronized
amp mode operations.
f. This feature is only available when the connected display supports the
automatic audio/video synchronizing capability ('lip-sync') for HDMI. 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 Cinema and 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 RECEIVER, then press 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.
Option(s)
0 to 10
Default: 3
(Neo:6 Music)
10 (Neo:6
Cinema)
10 to 90

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