5 Power On

6 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 25)

Before you start

Checking whats in the box
Please check that youve received the following supplied accessories: ! Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) ! Remote control unit ! AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 ! AM loop antenna ! FM wire antenna ! iPod cable ! Power cord ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) ! Warranty card ! These operating instructions
(Symbol examples for batteries) These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM)
The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the receivers connections and initial settings in dialog fashion. High precision initial settings can be completed easily simply by following the instructions on the screen to make the connections and settings. There are also other features enabling easy use of various functions, including an Interactive Manual that operates in association with the receiver, updating of various types of software, and MCACC Application that lets you check the MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs.

Loading the batteries

The batteries included with the unit are to check initial operations; they may not last over a long period. We recommend using alkaline batteries that have a longer life.

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Operating range of remote control unit
The remote control may not work properly if: ! There are obstacles between the remote control and the receivers remote sensor. ! Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. ! The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. ! The receiver is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit.
! Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

Installing AVNavigator

1 Load the included AVNavigator CD-ROM into your computers CD drive.
! The installation screen is displayed. Proceed to step 2. ! If the installation screen does not appear, start the installer (AVNV_XXX_xxx.exe).

Installing the receiver

! When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface. ! Dont install it on the following places: on a color TV (the screen may distort) near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound. in direct sunlight in damp or wet areas in extremely hot or cold areas in places where there is vibration or other movement in places that are very dusty in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) ! Do not touch this receivers bottom panel while the power is on or just after it is turned off. The bottom panel becomes hot when the power is on (or right after it is turned off) and could cause burns.

! THX is a trademark of THX Ltd., which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.
Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone. If you have a tripod, use it to place the microphone so that its about ear level at your normal listening position. If you do not have a tripod, use some other object to install the microphone. Install the microphone on a stable floor. Placing the microphone on any of the following surfaces may make accurate measurement impossible: ! Sofas or other soft surfaces. ! High places such as tabletops and sofa tops. The Full Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is connected.

1a.Full Auto MCACC

A/V RECEIVER Speaker System EQ Type MCACC THX Speaker : Normal(SB/FH) : SYMMETRY : M1.MEMORY 1 : NO
Make sure that the TVs video input is set to this receiver.
! When data measurement is taken, the reverb characteristics data (both before- and after-calibration) that this receiver had been storing will be overwritten. ! When measurement is taken of the reverb characteristics data other than SYMMETRY, the data are not measured after the correction. If you will need to measure after correcting data, take the measurement using the EQ Professional menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 61). If the speakers are connected using any setup other than Normal(SB/FH), be sure to set Speaker System before the Full Auto MCACC Setup. See Speaker system setting on page 65. ! Speaker System Shows the current settings. When this is selected and ENTER is pressed, the speaker system selection screen appears. Select the proper speaker system, then press RETURN to return. If you are planning on bi-amping your front speakers, or setting up a separate speaker system in another room, read through Speaker system setting on page 65 and make sure to connect your speakers as necessary before continuing to step 4. ! EQ Type This determines how the frequency balance is adjusted. ! MCACC The six MCACC presets are used for storing surround sound settings for different listening positions. Simply choose an unused preset for now (you can rename it later in Data Management on page 64 ). ! THX Speaker Select YES when using THX speakers (all speakers other than the front speakers are set to SMALL). In other cases, leave at NO.

If an Over Current message lights in the display, the power requirements of the USB device are too high for this receiver. Try following the points below: ! Switch the receiver off, then on again. ! Reconnect the USB device with the receiver switched off. ! Use a dedicated AC adapter (supplied with the device) for USB power. If this doesnt remedy the problem, it is likely your USB device is incompatible.
VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE
TV / DTV PRESET S.RETRIEVER CATEGORY HOME MENU iPod CTRL TUNE RETURN
3 Use i/j to browse the selected category (e.g., albums).
! Use k/l to move to previous/next levels.
2 Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls. Note
! Change the receivers input to the iPod in one action by pressing the iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL button on the front panel to enable iPod operations on the iPod.

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4 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press d to start playback. Note
! You can play all of the songs in a particular category by selecting the All item at the top of each category list. For example, you can play all the songs by a particular artist.
Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device
! Photo files cannot be played in the sub zone.
Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory device
The maximum number of levels that you can select in Step 2 (below) is 8. Also, you can display and play back up to folders and files within a USB memory device. ! Note that non-Roman characters in the playlist are displayed as #.
1 Use i/j to select Photos from the USB Top menu. 2 Use i/j to select a folder, then press ENTER to browse that folder.

Playing a USB device

It is possible to play files using the USB interface on the front of this receiver. ! Compatible USB devices include external magnetic hard drives, portable flash memory drives (particularly key drives) and digital audio players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32. ! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for any loss of data that may occur when connected to this receiver.

1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. 2 Select System Setup, then press ENTER. 3 Select Other Setup, then press ENTER. 4 Select Pairing Bluetooth Device, then press ENTER.
9 From the Bluetooth wireless technology device list, select Bluetooth ADAPTER and enter the Passcode selected in step 5.
! The passcode may in some cases be referred to as PASSKEY or PIN code.
Listening to music contents of a Bluetooth wireless technology device with your system
1 Press ADPT on the remote control to switch the receiver to ADAPTER PORT input.
! When the Bluetooth ADAPTER is not plugged into the ADAPTER PORT, NO ADAPTER will be displayed if ADAPTER PORT input is selected.
2 From the Bluetooth wireless technology device, perform the operation to connect to the Bluetooth ADAPTER. 3 Start playback of music contents stored on the Bluetooth wireless technology device.
This receivers remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on Bluetooth wireless technology devices. ! Bluetooth wireless technology device should be compatible with AVRCP profile. ! Depending on the Bluetooth wireless technology device you use, operation may differ from what is shown in the remote control buttons.
PGM HDD DVD PHASE CTRL STATUS MEMORY MENU
4 While listening to a source, set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press ADV SURR repeatedly to select SOUND RETRIEVER AIR.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by PIONEER CORPORATION is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Listening to your system

! The listening modes and many features described in this section may not be available depending on the current source, settings and status of the receiver. be optimal for the volume level. This mode is particularly optimum when listening at night.
! When ALC is selected, the effect level can be adjusted using the EFFECT parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 47.

Auto playback

There are many ways to listen back to sources using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is the Auto Surround feature. The receiver automatically detects what kind of source youre playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary.
Listening in surround sound
Using this receiver, you can listen to any source in surround sound. However, the options available will depend on your speaker setup and the type of source youre listening to.

1 Press HMG to select Home Media Gallery as the input function.
It may take several seconds for this receiver to access the network. The following screen appears when the Home Media Gallery is selected as the input function. The number next to indicates the number of connected servers.

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Top Menu
4 Repeat step 3 to play back the desired song.
For detailed operating instructions, refer to the section shown below. ! Internet radio stations See Listening to Internet radio stations on page 40. ! Server See Playing back audio files stored on components on the network on page 40.
Registering broadcast stations not on the vTuner list from the special Pioneer site
With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on the list of station distributed by vTuner can be registered and played. Check the access code required for registration on the receiver, use this access code to access the special Pioneer Internet radio site and register the desired broadcast stations in your favorites. The address of the special Pioneer Internet radio site is: http://www.radio-pioneer.com

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Recently Played Setup

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Playing back audio files stored on components on the network
You can perform the following operations with the remote control of this receiver. Note that some buttons are not available for operation depending on the category currently being played back. ! Press HMG to switch the remote control to the HOME MEDIA GALLERY operation mode.
About list of Internet radio
The list of Internet radio stations on this receiver is created, edited, and managed by the vTuner database service exclusively for use with this receiver. For details about vTuner, see vTuner on page 84.
2 Use i/j to select the category you want to play back, and then press ENTER.
Select a category from the following list: ! Internet Radio Internet radio ! Server Name Server components on the network
1 Display the Internet Radio list screen.
To display the Internet Radio list screen, perform steps 1 to 3 at Playback with Home Media Gallery on page 40.

4 Access the special Pioneer Internet radio site from your computer and perform the registration process.
http://www.radio-pioneer.com Access the above site and use the access code in step 3 to perform user registration, following the instructions on the screen.

About network playback

The network playback function of this unit uses the following technologies: DLNA CERTIFIEDTM Audio Player The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-industry organization of consumer electronics, computing industry and mobile device companies. Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of digital media through a wired or wireless network in the home. The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find products that comply with the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability Guidelines v1.5. When a PC running DLNA server software or other DLNA compatible device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructions for the software or device for more information.
5 Register the desired broadcast stations as your favorites, following the instructions on the computers screen.
Both broadcast stations not on the vTuner list and stations on the vTuner list can be registered. In this case they are registered on the receiver as favorite broadcast stations and can be played.
1 Tune into the Internet radio station that you want to save.
Tune into the desired Internet radio station by following Steps 1 to 3 on page 40.

Windows Media Player

See Windows Media Player 11/ Windows Media Player 12 on page 84 for more on this.
2 Press T.EDIT to switch to the stationsaving mode. 3 Press CLASS to select the class that you want to save the station in.
Select the desired class from A to G.

Windows Media DRM

Microsoft Windows Media Digital Rights Management (WMDRM) is a platform to protect and securely deliver content for playback on computers, portable devices and network devices. Home Media Gallery functions as a WMDRM 10 for networked devices. WMDRM protected content can only be played on media servers supporting WMDRM. Content owners use WMDRM technology to protect their intellectual property, including

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Control with HDMI function
About the Control with HDMI function
Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player or with a component of another make that supports the Control with HDMI functions are possible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable. ! The receivers volume can be set and the sound can be muted using the TVs remote control. ! The receivers input switches over automatically when the TVs input is changed or a Control with HDMI-compatible component is played. ! The receivers power is also set to standby, when the TVs power is set to standby. ! For details about concrete operations, settings, etc., refer to also the operating instructions for each component.
Control with HDMI feature, see Control with HDMI function on page 44. ! To get the most out of this function, we recommend that you connect your HDMI component not to a TV but rather directly to the HDMI terminal on this receiver.
5 Select the Control Mode setting you want.
Choose whether you want to enable HDMI for all linked functions or the PQLS function only. However, Display Power Off will activate the settings set forth in step 6 below. ! ALL Enabled for all linked functions. ! PQLS Enabled only for the PQLS function. When PQLS is selected, link functions other than the PQLS function may not work properly. If you wish to use all link functions, select ALL.
Making Control with HDMI connections
You can use synchronized operation for a connected TV and up to six (VSX-51)/four (VSX-50) other components. ! Be sure to connect the TVs audio cable to the audio input of this unit. When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 44 ). For details, see Connecting your TV and playback components on page 17.

HDMI Setup

You must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as the connected Control with HDMIcompatible components in order to make use of the Control with HDMI function. For more information see the operating instructions for each component.

5 Press RCU SETUP to exit the preset setup mode.
Programming signals from other remote controls
If the preset code for your component is not available, or the available preset codes do not operate correctly, you can program signals from the remote control of another component. This can also be used to program additional operations (buttons not covered in the presets) after assigning a preset code. The remote can store about 120 preset codes from other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below:
1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press 2 for three seconds.
5 To program additional signals for the current component repeat steps 3 and 4.
To program signals for another component, exit and repeat steps 2 through 4.
1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press 9 for three seconds.
The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.
6 Press RCU SETUP to exit the programming mode.
3 Point the two remote controls towards each other, then press the button that will be doing the learning on this receivers remote control.
The LED flashes once, then stops flashing, remaining lit. ! The remote controls should be 3 cm (1 inch) apart.
Erasing one of the remote control button settings
This erases one of the buttons you have programmed and restores the button to the factory default.
2 Press and hold the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased for three seconds.
1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press 7 for three seconds.
! Default setting: On You can use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control while at the same time, using your receiver to playback a different component. This could let
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Other remote control

you, for example, use the remote control to set up and listen to a CD on the receiver, and then use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listen to your CD player. When direct function is on, any component you select (using the input function buttons) will be selected by both the receiver and the remote control. When you turn direct function off, you can operate the remote control without affecting the receiver.
1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press 5 for three seconds.
2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control. 3 Press 1 (On) or 0 (Off) to switch the direct function mode.

1 Select Channel Level from the MCACC Data Check menu. 2 When MCACC is highlighted, use k/l to select the MCACC preset you want to check.
The level of the various channels set at the selected MCACC preset is displayed. --- is displayed for channels that are not connected.

Speaker Distance

Use this to display the distance from the different channels to the listening position. See Speaker Distance on page 66 for more on this.
4 If you selected Reverb View, you can check the reverb characteristics for each channel. Press RETURN when youre done.
The reverb characteristics are displayed when the Full Auto MCACC or Reverb Measurement measurements are conducted. Use k/l to select the channel, frequency and calibration setting you want to check. Use i/j to go back and forth between the three. The reverb characteristics graph before and after EQ calibration can be displayed by selecting
1 Select Speaker Distance from the MCACC Data Check menu. 2 When MCACC is highlighted, use k/l to select the MCACC preset you want to check.
The distance from the various channels set at the selected MCACC preset is displayed. --- is displayed for channels that are not connected.
4 Press RETURN to go back to the MCACC Data Check menu, repeating steps 2 and 3 to check other settings. 5 When youre finished, press RETURN.
Use this to display the standing wave related adjustment values for the various MCACC memories. See Standing Wave on page 61 for more on this.

Data Management

This system allows you to store up to six MCACC presets, allowing you to calibrate your system for different listening positions (or frequency adjustments for the same listening position). This is useful for alternate settings to match the kind of source youre listening to and where youre sitting (for example, watching movies from a sofa, or playing a video game close to the TV). From this menu you can copy from one preset to another, name presets for easier identification and clear any ones you dont need. ! This can be done in Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 25 or Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 59 , either of which you should have already completed.

Renaming MCACC presets

If you have several different MCACC presets that youre using, you may want to rename them for easier identification.
3 Select the MCACC preset youll be copying the settings From, then specify where you want to copy them (To).
Make sure you dont overwrite an MCACC preset youre currently using (this cant be undone).
1 Select Standing Wave from the MCACC Data Check menu. 2 When Filter Channel is highlighted, use i/j to select the channel for which you want to check standing wave control.
The standing wave related calibration value for the selected channel stored at the selected MCACC preset and its graph are displayed.

If the IP address of a device connected in the LAN other than the wireless LAN converter is set to 192.168.XXX.249, the IP address of the wireless LAN converter will be redundant, making connection to the access point impossible. In this case, use this setting to set an IP address specific to the wireless LAN converter.

Parental Lock

Set restrictions for using Internet services. Also set the password accompanying the usage restrictions.
1 Select Wireless LAN Converter from the Network Setup menu. 2 Make the wireless LAN converter settings as necessary.
When making the connection settings of the wireless LAN converter and access point, select Access Point Setting and make the connection settings for the wireless LAN converter and access point following the instructions on the screen. If you want to set the wireless LAN converters IP address, select WLAN IP Address and input the IP address.

The Other Setup menu

The Other Setup menu is where you can make customized settings to reflect how you are using the receiver.

Auto Power Down

The power can be set to turn off automatically if no operation has been performed for a specific amount of time with no audio or video signals being input to the receiver. When using ZONE 2, the ZONE 2 power can also be set to turn off, but for ZONE 2 the power turns off automatically after the amount of time set here even if signals are being input or operations have been performed. Different times can be set for the main zone and ZONE 2.
! --- When the power is turned on, the volume is set to minimum level. ! 80.0dB to +12.0dB Specify the volume to be set when the power is turned on, in steps of 0.5 dB. It is not possible to set a volume level greater than the value specified at Volume Limit setup (see below).
3 Select the Volume Limit setting you want.
Use this function to limit the maximum volume. The volume cannot be increased above the level set here, even by operating MASTER VOLUME button (or the dial on the front panel). ! OFF (default) The maximum volume is not limited. ! 20.0dB/10.0dB/0.0dB The maximum volume is limited to the value set here.
2 Select System Setup from the Home Menu. 3 Select Other Setup, then press ENTER. 4 Select the setting you want to adjust.

No sound from front height or front wide speakers.
Check that the front height or front wide speakers are set to LARGE or SMALL, and the surround speakers are not set to NO (see Speaker Setting on page 65 ). When Speaker System is set to Normal(SB/FH) or Normal(SB/FW) and SP: SB ON is selected with the SPEAKERS button, no sound will be output from the front height or front wide speakers. Select SP: SB/FH ON, SP: SB/FW ON, SP: FH ON or SP: FW ON (see Switching the speaker terminals on page 50 ). Check the speaker connections (see Connecting the speakers on page 13 ). No sound is output or a noise is output when Dolby Digital/DTS software is played back.
Check that your BD or DVD player is compatible with Dolby Digital/ DTS discs. Check the digital output settings or the HDMI audio output settings of your BD or DVD player. Make sure that the DTS signal output is set to On. If the source component has a digital volume control, make sure this is not turned down.

No sound from subwoofer.

Check that the subwoofer is connected properly, switched on and the volume turned up. If your subwoofer has a sleep function, make sure it is switched off. Make sure that the Subwoofer setting is YES or PLUS (see Speaker Setting on page 65 ). The crossover frequency may be set too low; try setting it higher to match the characteristics of your other speakers (see Speaker Setting on page 65 ). If there is very little low frequency information in the source material, change your speaker settings to Front: SMALL / Subwoofer: YES, or Front: LARGE / Subwoofer: PLUS (see Speaker Setting on page 65 ). Check that the LFE channel is not set to OFF, or to a very quiet setting (see Setting the Audio options on page 47 ). Check the speaker level settings (see Channel Level on page 66 ).
No sound when using the Home Menu.
If the HDMI input function is selected, sound is muted until exiting the Home Menu.

Other audio problems

Symptom Remedy
Speaker switching sound (clicking sound) Depending on the listening mode, the front height (or front wide) is heard from receiver during playback. and surround back speakers may switch automatically in function of changes in the input audio. A speaker switching sound (clicking sound) will be heard from the receiver at this time. If this sound bothers you, we recommend to change the speaker terminal option (see Switching the speaker terminals on page 50 ). Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically, or there is considerable noise in radio broadcasts. Fully extend the FM wire antenna, adjust the position for best reception and secure to a wall, etc. Use an outdoor antenna for better reception (see page 20). Adjust the position and direction of the AM antenna. Noise may be caused by interference from other equipment, such as a fluorescent light, motor, etc. Switch off or move the other equipment, or move the AM antenna.

Be sure to operate within 7 m (23 ft.) and a 30 angle of the remote sensor on the front panel (see Operating range of remote control unit on page 6 ). Check that there are no obstacles between the receiver and the remote control. Make sure that there is no fluorescent or other strong light shining on to the remote sensor. Check the connections of the CONTROL IN jacks (see Operating other Pioneer components with this units sensor on page 23 ). If the battery ran down, the preset codes may have been cleared. Re-enter the preset codes. The preset code may be incorrect. Redo the procedure for entering preset codes. When commands from the remote control units of other devices are registered using the learning function, in some cases they may not be learned properly. In this case, register the commands again using the learning function (see page 54). If they still do not work, they may be in a special format that cannot be registered on this receivers remote control. Operate the device using another remote control.
When playing certain discs, none of the receivers format indicators light.
The disc may not contain 5.1/6.1 channel material. Check the disc packaging for more on what audio tracks are recorded on the disc.
The HDMI indicator blinks continuously. No picture or sound.
Check all the points below. This receiver is HDCP-compatible. Check that the components you are connecting are also HDCP-compatible. If they are not, please connect them using the component or composite video jacks. Depending on the connected source component, its possible that it will not work with this receiver (even if it is HDCP-compatible). In this case, connect using the component or composite video jacks between source and receiver. If the problem still persists when connecting your HDMI component directly to your monitor, please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. If video images do not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution, Deep Color or other setting for your component. While analog video signals are being output over HDMI, use a separate connection for audio output. To output signals in Deep Color, use an HDMI cable (High Speed HDMI Cable) to connect this receiver to a component or TV with the Deep Color feature. When Control with HDMI is set to ON, the TV/SAT inputs HDMI Input assignment is canceled. Synchronized operation not possible using Control with HDMI function. HDCP ERROR shows in the display. Noisy or distorted picture.
Sometimes a video deck may output a noisy video signal (during scanning, for example), or the video quality may just be poor (with some video game units, for example). The picture quality may also depend on the settings, etc. of your display device. Switch off the video converter and reconnect the source and display device using the same type of connection (component or composite), then start playback again. If the problem still persists when connecting your HDMI component directly to your monitor, please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. Check whether or not the connected component is compatible with HDCP. If it is not compatible with HDCP, reconnect the source device using a different type of connection (component or composite). Some components that are compatible with HDCP still cause this message to be displayed, but so long as there is no problem with displaying video, this is not a malfunction. Even when Control with HDMI is set to ON, the HDMI input is assigned for the BD, DVD, DVR/BDR and VIDEO (VSX-51) / VIDEO 1 (VSX-50) inputs regardless of the Control with HDMI setting, so use these terminals. Check the HDMI connections. The cable may be damaged. Select ON for the Control with HDMI setting (see HDMI Setup on page 44 ). Select ALL for the Control Mode with HDMI setting (see HDMI Setup on page 44 ). Turn the TVs power on before turning on this receivers power. Set the TV side Control with HDMI setting to on (see TVs operating instructions).

Cleaning the unit

! Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt. ! When the surface is dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water, and wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use furniture wax or cleansers. ! Never use thinners, benzene, insecticide sprays or other chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the surface.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
The DTS technologies are explained below. See http://www.dts.com for more detailed information.
! The picture quality will change slightly during conversion.

Configuration B

Connect your HDMI-equipped component directly to the display using an HDMI cable. Then use the most convenient connection (digital is recommended) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections. Set the display volume to minimum when using this configuration. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
Made for iPod, Made for iPhone, and Made for iPad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod shuffle, iPod nano, iPod classic, iPod touch, iTunes and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

About SIRIUS

SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Service not available in Alaska and Hawaii.

About FLAC

FLAC Decoder
Copyright 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Josh Coalson Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: ! Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. ! Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. ! Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the D3-4-2-1-7a_A_En equipment.
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IMPORTANT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

04 Controls and displays

Front panel. 25 Operating range of remote control unit. 26 Display. 27 Remote control. 28
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08 Other connections

Connecting an iPod. 51 Connecting your iPod to the receiver. 51 iPod playback. 51 Connecting a USB device. 53 Connecting your USB device to the receiver. 53 Basic playback controls. 53 Compressed audio compatibility. 54 Using XM Radio. 54 Connecting your XM Radio receiver. 54 Listening to XM Radio. 55 Using XM HD Surround. 55 Saving channel presets. 55 Using the XM Menu. 55 Using SIRIUS Radio. 56 Connecting your SIRIUS Connect Tuner. 56 Listening to SIRIUS Radio. 56 Saving channel presets. 57 Using the SIRIUS Menu. 57 Connecting the multichannel analog inputs. 57 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs. 58 Speaker B setup. 58 Switching the speaker system. 58 Bi-amping your front speakers. 59 Bi-wiring your speakers. 59 Connecting additional amplifiers. 60 MULTI-ZONE listening. 60 Making MULTI-ZONE connections. 60 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls. 61 Connecting an IR receiver. 62 Using this receiver with a Pioneer flat panel TV. 63 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat panel TV. 64

11 Using other functions

Setting the Audio options. Setting the Video options. Making an audio or a video recording. Reducing the level of an analog signal. Using the sleep timer. Dimming the display. Switching the speaker impedance. Checking your system settings. Resetting the system. Default system settings. 75 75
12 Controlling the rest of your system
Setting the remote to control other components. Selecting preset codes directly. Preset code list. Controls for TVs. Controls for other components. Operating other Pioneer components with this receivers sensor. 78 79
13 Additional information
Troubleshooting. Power. No sound. Other audio problems. Video. Settings. Professional Calibration EQ graphical output. Display. Remote control. USB interface. HDMI. Important information regarding the HDMI connection. XM radio messages. SIRIUS radio messages. Surround sound formats. Dolby. DTS. Windows Media Audio 9 Professional. About XM. About SIRIUS. About Neural THX Surround. Listening modes with different input signal formats. Stream direct with different input signal formats. Specifications. Cleaning the unit. 98

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When making cable connections
To avoid hum, do not lay connected cables over the top of the receiver.
About the video converter
The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through all of the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks. The only exception is HDMI: since this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receivers HDMI video outputs when connecting this video source.1 If several video components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 67), the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then composite (in that order).
Terminal for connection with source device High picture quality Terminal for connection with TV monitor
When connecting optical cables, be careful when inserting the plug not to damage the shutter protecting the optical socket.

HDMI IN

Y PB PR

HDMI OUT

When storing optical cable, coil loosely. The cable may be damaged if bent around sharp corners.

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO MONITOR OUT
Video signals can be output This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
1 If the video signal does not appear on your TV or flat panel TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display. Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, try switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 72) OFF. The ZONE 2 video input can also be converted. For details, see Setting the Video options on page 72.

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10 PHONES jack Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. 11 Listening mode buttons AUTO SURR/STREAM DIRECT Switches between Auto surround mode (Auto playback on page 30) and Stream Direct playback. Stream Direct playback bypasses the bass/treble controls for the most accurate reproduction of a source (page 32). SOUND RETRIEVER Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources. STANDARD SURROUND Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various 2 Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 30). ADVANCED SURROUND Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 31). STEREO/A.L.C. Switches between stereo playback, Auto level control stereo mode (page 31) and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 32). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If youve made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE listening on page 60), use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (see Using the MULTIZONE controls on page 61). 13 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker system (page 58). 14 ST +/ Use to select preset radio stations (page 36).
Operating range of remote control unit
The remote control may not work properly if: There are obstacles between the remote control and the receivers remote sensor. Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. The receiver is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit.

STAND BY/ON

7m (23 ft.)
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Display

AUTO PCM
TUNED PHASE CONTROL DNR L C R 2DIGITAL 2HD DTS WMA9 Pro MULTI-ZONE DIALOG E ATT OVER STEREO MONO SL S SR DSD PCM S.RTRV SOUND V.SB HDMI SBL SB SBR DIGITAL SIRIUS VIDEO CD DVD TV TUNER LFE ANALOG

iPod BDP DVR HDMI

USB [2] XM SR+
STREAM DIRECT Neo : 6 2PRO LOGIC
ADV.SURROUND STEREO STANDARD SLEEP SP AB
1 SIGNAL indicators Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 33). 2 Program format indicators These change according to which channels are active in digital sources.
L Left front channel C Center channel R Right front channel SL Left surround channel S Surround channel (mono) SR Right surround channel SBL Left surround back channel SB Surround back channel (mono) SBR Right surround back channel LFE Low frequency effects channel (the ((( ))) indicators light when an LFE signal is being input)

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1 Select Auto MCACC from the System Setup menu, then press ENTER. If the System Setup screen is not displayed, refer to Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu on page 38.
System Setup MENU 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Auto MCACC Surround Back System Manual MCACC Data Management Manual SP Setup Input Setup Other Setup :Exit 1.Auto MCACC Surround Back System [ Normal ] Save SYMMETRY to [ M1.MEMORY 1 START ENTER:Start :Cancel ]
Stand.Wave Multi-Point (only available when the Custom Menu above is EQ Pro. & S-Wave) In addition to measurements at the listening position, you can use two more reference points for which test tones will be analyzed for standing waves. This is useful if you want to get a balanced flat calibration for several seating positions in your listening area.8 Place the microphone at the reference point indicated on-screen and note the last microphone placement will be at your main listening position:

2nd reference point

2 Make sure Normal is selected,1 select an MCACC preset2, then select START.3 For a fully customized Auto MCACC setup, select CUSTOM and set the following parameters using /:4
1.Auto MCACC Surround Back System [ Normal ] Save SYMMETRY to [ M1.MEMORY 1 CUSTOM ENTER:Next :Cancel ENTER:Next :Return [ START ENTER:Start ] :Return ] 1.Auto MCACC Custom Menu ALL Speaker Setting Channel Level Speaker Distance EQ Pro. & S-Wave 1.Auto MCACC SYMMETRY M1.MEMORY 1 ALL CH ADJ [ M2.MEMORY 2 FRONT ALIGN [ M3.MEMORY 3 ] ]

3rd reference point

Main listening position
When youre finished settings the options, press RETURN to go back to the Auto MCACC main setup. 3 Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel. Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone.
Custom Menu The default is ALL (recommended), but you can limit the system calibration to only one setting (to save time) if you want.5 The available options are ALL, Keep SP System,6 Speaker Setting, Channel Level, Speaker Distance and EQ Pro. & S-Wave. EQ Type (only available when the Custom Menu above is EQ Pro. & S-Wave) This determines how the frequency balance is adjusted. After a single calibration is performed, each of the following three correction curves can be stored separately in the MCACC memory. SYMMETRY (default) implements symmetric correction for each pair of left and right speakers to flatten the frequency-amplitude characteristics. ALL CH ADJUST is a flat setting where all the speakers are set individually so no special weighting is given to any one channel. FRONT ALIGN7 sets all speakers in accordance with the front speaker settings (no equalization is applied to the front left and right channels).

Setting Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional according to your room characteristics
Using the manual setup, you can set the time period at which the frequency response is analyzed, pinpointing the time that is best for system calibration with your particular room characteristics. The graph below shows the difference between conventional acoustic calibration and professional calibration (the gray circle indicates the point where the microphone captures sound during frequency analysis).

Level Test tone

Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional
This setup minimizes the unwanted effects of room reverberation by allowing you to calibrate your system based on the direct sound coming from the speakers. It can also provide you with a graphical output of the frequency response of your room.1
Acoustic Cal. EQ Pro. calibration range Conventional MCACC EQ calibration range Time 160 (in msec)
How to use Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional
If you find that lower frequencies seem overly reverberant in your listening room (i.e. it sounds boomy), or that different channels seem to exhibit different reverb characteristics, select EQ Pro. & S-Wave (or ALL) for the Custom Menu setting in Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 38 to calibrate the room automatically. This should provide a balanced calibration that suits the characteristics of your listening room. If you still arent satisfied with the results, the manual Advanced EQ setup (below) provides a more customized calibration of your system using the direct sound of the speakers. This is done with the help of a graphical output that can be displayed on-screen.
As soon as audio is output from your speaker system, it is influenced by room characteristics, such as walls, furniture, and the dimensions of the room. The sooner the frequency analysis, the less it is influenced by the room. We recommend an earlier time setting of 30~50ms to compensate for two major factors that will influence the sound of most rooms: Reverberance of high vs. low frequencies Depending on your room, you may find that lower frequencies seem overly reverberant compared to higher frequencies (i.e. your room sounds boomy). This may result in a skewed frequency analysis if the measurement is done too late.
Level Low frequencies High frequencies Acoustic Cal. EQ Pro. calibration range Conventional MCACC EQ calibration range Time 160 (in msec)

5b.Channel Level Select MCACC memory. MCACC OFF M1.MEMORY 1
4 Adjust the level of each channel using /. If you selected MANUAL, use / to switch speakers. The AUTO setup will output test tones in the order shown on-screen:
5b.Channel Level M C AC C L C R [ [ : M 1. M E M O RY 1 [ [ [ [ [ 0.0 dB ] 0.0 dB ] 0.0 dB ] 0.0 dB ] 0.0 dB ] :Finish
0.0 dB SR 0.0 dB ] SBR 0.0 dB ] SBL SL SW
Adjust the level of each speaker as the test tone is emitted.When youre finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual SP Setup menu. Tip You can change the channel levels at any time by press RECEIVER, then press CH LEVEL, and then using / on the remote control.
1 Select Channel Level from the Manual SP Setup menu.
5.Manual SP Setup a. b. c. d. Speaker Setting Channel Level Speaker Distance X-Curve 6b.Channel Level MCACC : M1.MEMORY 1 Test Tone AUTO +0.5dB
1 If you have a subwoofer and like lots of bass, it may seem logical to select LARGE for your front speakers and PLUS for the subwoofer. This may not, however, yield the best bass results. Depending on the speaker placement of your room you may actually experience a decrease in the amount of bass due low frequency cancellations. In this case, try changing the position or direction of speakers. If you cant get good results, listen to the bass response with it set to PLUS and YES or the front speakers set to LARGE and SMALL alternatively and let your ears judge which sounds best. If youre having problems, the easiest option is to route all the bass sounds to the subwoofer by selecting SMALL for the front speakers. 2 This setting decides the cutoff between bass sounds playing back from the speakers selected as LARGE, or the subwoofer, and bass sounds playing back from those selected as SMALL. It also decides where the cutoff will be for bass sounds in the LFE channel. 3 If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings from your main listening position and adjust the level of each speaker to 75 dB SPL (C-weighting/slow reading). The subwoofer test tone is output at low volumes. You may need to adjust the level after testing with an actual soundtrack.
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Speaker Distance

For good sound depth and separation from your system, you need to specify the distance of your speakers from the listening position. The receiver can then add the proper delay needed for effective surround sound. Important When Speaker Distance is selected while MCACC is set to OFF, the selection screen for the MCACC memory appears. Select a memory to adjust manually.
5c.Speaker Distance Select MCACC memory. MCACC OFF M1.MEMORY 1

X-Curve

Most soundtracks mixed for cinema sound too bright when played back in large rooms. The X-Curve setting acts as a kind of re-equalization for home theater listening, and restores proper tonal balance of movie soundtracks. 1 Select X-Curve from the Manual SP Setup menu.

ON DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI

iPod playback

To navigate songs on your iPod, you can take advantage of the OSD of your TV connected to this receiver.4 You can also control all operations for music in the front panel display of this receiver.
Finding what you want to play
When your iPod is connected to this receiver, you can browse songs stored on your iPod by playlist, artist, album name, song name, genre or composer, similar to using your iPod directly.
iPod Top [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ Playlists Artists Albums Songs Podcasts Genres Composers Audiobooks Shuffle Songs Enter ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
USB cable (for iPod connection) iPod
Connecting your iPod to the receiver
1 Set this receiver to the standby mode, and then use the USB cable (for iPod connection)2 to connect your iPod to the iPod DIRECT USB terminal on the front panel of this receiver. For the cable connection, refer to also the operating instructions for iPod.
1 Use / to select a category, then press ENTER to browse that category. To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN. 2 Use / to browse the selected category (e.g., albums). Use / to move to previous/next levels.
1 This system is compatible with the audio of iPod nano, iPod fifth generation, iPod classic, iPod touch (not supported iPod shuffle and iPhone). However, that some of the functions may be restricted for some models. Note, however, compatibility may vary depending on the software version of your iPod. Please be sure to use the latest available software version. iPod is licensed for reproduction of non-copyrighted materials or materials the user is legally permitted to reproduce. Features such as the equalizer cannot be controlled using this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from the iPod failure. 2 The USB cable (for iPod connection) is not included with this receiver. 3 The controls of your iPod will be inoperable when connected to this receiver. Features such as the equalizer cannot be controlled using this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. You cant use the iPod USB, XM and SIRIUS radio functions simultaneously with using the MULTI-ZONE feature (page 60). 4 Note that non-roman characters in the title are displayed as #. This feature is not available for photos or video clips on your iPod.

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3 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press to start playback.1 Navigation through categories on your iPod looks like this:
Playlists Songs Artists Albums Songs Albums Songs Songs Podcasts Genres Artists Albums Songs Composers Albums Songs Audiobooks Shuffle Songs
Important If an error message lights in the display, try following the points below:
Symptom Error I1 What it means There is a problem with the signal path from the iPod to the receiver. Switch off the receiver and reconnect the iPod to the receiver. If this doesnt seem to work, try resetting your iPod. The software version being used with the iPod needs to be updated. Update the software being used with the iPod (please use the latest iPod software versions later than the iPod updater 2004-10-20). The iPod that is not supported is connected. Check whether the iPod was supported by this receiver (page 51). When the iPod software version is too old. Update the iPod software to the latest version. Error I4 When there is no response from the iPod. Update the iPod software to the latest version. If this doesnt seem to work, try resetting your iPod. There are no playable songs currently stored in the iPod. Input some music files compatible with iPod playback. When there are no tracks in the category selected on the iPod. Select a different category.

Error I2

Tip You can play all of the songs in a particular category by selecting the All item at the top of each category list. For example, you can play all the songs by a particular artist.

Error I3

Basic playback controls
The following table shows the basic playback controls for your iPod. Press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the iPod USB operation mode.
Button What it does Press to start playback. If you start playback when something other than a song is selected, all the songs that fall into that category will play. Pauses playback, or restarts playback when paused. Press and hold during playback to start scanning. Press to skip to previous/next track. Press repeatedly to switch between Repeat One, Repeat All and Repeat Off. Press repeatedly to switch between Shuffle Songs, Shuffle Albums and Shuffle Off. DISPLAY / Press repeatedly to change the song playback information displayed in the front panel display. When browsing, press to move to previous/next levels. During playback, press to skip to previous/ next track. During Audiobook playback, press to switch the playback speed: Faster Normal Slower Press to return to the iPod Top menu screen. Press to return to the previous level.

Button(s) Function Components CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck SOURCE Press to switch the component between standby and on.

VOL +/

Adjust the TV volume.
SOURCE Switches the DTV on or off.
Switches the TV or CATV between Cable TV/ standby and on. Satellite TV/TV
AUTO/ DIRECT ADV SURR STEREO/ A.L.C.
Switches the DTV on or off. Press to get information on DTV programs. Use to choose the BLUE commands on a DTV menu. Use to choose the YELLOW commands on a DTV menu. Use to choose the RED commands on a DTV menu. commands on a DTV menu.
DTV DTV DTV DTV DTV DTV DTV Cable TV/TV TV TV DTV Cable TV/ Satellite TV/TV/ DTV
Press to return to the start of the CD/MD/CD-R/ current track or chapter. DVD/LD/BD player Repeated presses skips to the start of previous tracks or chapters. Press to advance to the start of the next track or chapter. Repeated presses skips to the start of following tracks or chapters. Pause playback or recording. CD/MD/CD-R/ DVD/LD/BD player
STANDARD Use to choose the GREEN
CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/DVD/LD/ BD/DVR player/ Cassette deck CD/MD/CD-R/ VCR/LD/BD player DVD/DVR player

Start playback.

Use to switch DTV audio tracks. Use to select the VHF/UHF antennas or Cable TV. Use to display the TOOLS menu on the flat panel TV. Use to return to the normal screen in one step. Use to select RETURN or EXIT. Use to select a specific TV channel.
TOOLS EXIT RETURN Number buttons D.ACCESS ENTER/ CLASS
Hold down for fast forward playback.
Hold down for fast reverse playback.
Use to add a decimal point when DTV selecting a TV channel. Use to enter a channel. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/TV/ DTV DTV Cable TV/ Satellite TV/TV

Stops playback.

Select different menus from the DTV functions. Select the menu screen.

Number buttons

Directly access tracks on a program source. Use the number buttons to navigate the on-screen display.
/// Select, adjust and navigate items Cable TV/ & ENTER on the menu screen. Satellite TV/TV/ DTV
Selects tracks higher than 10. (For CD/MD/CD-R/ example, press +10, then 3 to VCR/LD player select track 13.)
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Button(s) ENTER/ CLASS

Function Chooses the disc. Use as the ENTER button.
Components Multiple CD player VCR/DVD/BD player
Operating other Pioneer components with this receivers sensor
Many Pioneer components have CONTROL jacks which can be used to link components together so that you can use just the remote sensor of one component. When you use a remote control, the control signal is passed along the chain to the appropriate component.1 Important Note that if you use this feature, make sure that you also have at least one set of analog audio, video or HDMI jacks connected to another component for grounding purposes. 1 Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor of. When you want to control any component in the chain, this is the remote sensor at which youll point the corresponding remote control. 2 Connect the CONTROL OUT jack of that component to the CONTROL IN jack of another Pioneer component. Use a cable with a mono mini-plug on each end for the connection.

No sound from one speaker.
Sound is produced from Check that the input signal type is set to DIGITAL (see Choosing the input signal on page 33). analog components, but not Make sure that the digital input is assigned correctly for the input jack the component is connected from digital ones (DVD, LD, CD- to (see The Input Setup menu on page 67). ROM, etc.). Check the digital output settings on the source component. If the source component has a digital volume control, make sure this is not turned down. Make sure that the multichannel analog inputs are not selected. Select any other input source. No sound is output or a noise is Check that your DVD player is compatible with Dolby Digital/DTS discs. output when Dolby Digital/DTS Check the digital output settings of your DVD player. Make sure that the DTS signal output is set software is played back. to On. If the source component has a digital volume control, make sure this is not turned down. No sound when using the If the HDMI input source is selected, sound is muted until exiting either menu. System Setup or Status menu. If sound is muted in the sub zone (ZONE 2), it will be restored after exiting the System Setup menu.
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Other audio problems

Symptom Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically, or there is considerable noise in radio broadcasts. Remedy For FM broadcasts Fully extend the FM wire antenna, adjust the position for best reception and secure to a wall, etc. Use an outdoor antenna for better reception (see page 23). For AM broadcasts Adjust the position and direction of the AM antenna. Use an outdoor antenna for better reception (see page 23). Noise may be caused by interference from other equipment, such as a fluorescent light, motor, etc. Switch off or move the other equipment, or move the AM antenna.
A multichannel DVD source Make sure that the multichannel analog inputs are selected (see Selecting the multichannel analog appears to be downmixed to 2 inputs on page 58). channels during playback. Noise is output when scanning This is not a malfunction of the receiver. The scan function of your player alters the digital a DTS CD. information, making it unreadable, resulting in noise being output. Lower the volume when scanning. When playing a DTS format LD Make sure that the input signal type is set to DIGITAL (see Choosing the input signal on page 33). there is audible noise on the soundtrack. Cant record audio. You can only make a digital recording from a digital source, and an analog recording from an analog source. For digital sources, make sure that what youre recording isnt copy protected. Check that the OUT jacks are properly connected to the recorders input jacks (see Connecting analog audio sources on page 20). To route more signal to the subwoofer, set it to PLUS or set the front speakers to SMALL (see Speaker Setting on page 48).

EQ adjustments made using the Manual MCACC setup on page 41 do not appear to change the graphical output. Lower frequency response curves do not seem to have been calibrated for SMALL speakers.
Symptom The display is dark or off. After making an adjustment the display goes off. You cant get DIGITAL to display when using the SIGNAL SEL button. The Dolby/DTS indicator doesnt light when playing Dolby/DTS software. When playing a DVD-Audio disc, the DVD player display shows 96 kHz. However, the receivers display does not. Remedy Press DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly to select a different brightness. Press DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly to select a different brightness. Check the digital connections and make sure that the digital inputs are assigned correctly (see The Input Setup menu on page 67). If the multichannel analog inputs are selected, select a different input source. These indicators do dot light if playback is paused. Check the playback (especially the digital output) settings of the source component. This is not a malfunction. 96 kHz audio from DVD-Audio discs is only output from the analog outputs of the DVD player. This receiver cannot show the playback sample rate when using the analog inputs.
During playback of a DTS 96/24 Make sure that the receiver is set to AUTO or DIGITAL (see Choosing the input signal on page 33). source, the display doesnt show 96 kHz. When playing Dolby Digital or DTS sources, the receivers format indicators do not light. Check that the player is connected using a digital connection. Make sure that the receiver is set to AUTO or DIGITAL (see Choosing the input signal on page 33). Check that the player isnt set up so that Dolby Digital and DTS sources are converted to PCM. Ensure that if there are several audio tracks on the disc, the Dolby Digital or DTS is selected. The disc may not contain 5.1/6.1 channel material. Check the disc packaging for more on what audio tracks are recorded on the disc.
When playing certain discs, none of the receivers format indicators light.
When playing a disc with the Make sure that the receiver is set to AUTO or DIGITAL (see Choosing the input signal on page 33). listening mode set to Auto If a two channel soundtrack is currently playing (including Dolby Surround encoded), then this is Surround, the 2 PL II or Neo:6 not a malfunction. Check the disc packaging for details about the audio tracks available. indicator lights on the receiver. During playback of a Surround The source may be Dolby Surround EX/DTS-ES software, but it has no flag to indicate it is 6.1 EX or DTS-ES source on the compatible. Set to SBch ON (see Using surround back channel processing on page 33), then switch SBch AUTO setting, the EX to the Standard EX listening mode (see Listening in surround sound on page 30). and ES indicators dont light, or the signal is not properly processed. During playback of DVD-Audio, This will occur when playing DVD-Audio material over the HDMI connection. This is not a the display shows PCM. malfunction.

Check Antenna

Loading
The XM Mini-Tuner is acquiring audio or program information from the XM satellite signal. This message can also occur in weak XM signal conditions. Note that this receiver may not respond to some buttons while this message is displayed. The XM Mini-Tuner is not receiving the XM satellite signal. Something may be blocking the XM antennas view of the satellites or the antenna is not properly aimed.

No Signal

Off Air CH Unauthorized
You selected an XM channel is not currently broadcasting. You selected an XM channel that is blocked or cannot be receive with your XM subscription package.
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Symptom CH Unavailable

Cause The selected channel is not available. The channel may have been reassigned to a different channel number. This message may occur initially with a new radio or a radio that has not received XMs signal for an extended period. No artist name or song title is available for this selection. The connected XM CNP-1000 is incompatible. This receiver features advanced technology that is designed for use with the XM Mini-Tuner.
Action Consult the latest channel guide at www.xmradio.com for the current list of channels. For cases of a new radio or a radio that has not received XMs signal for an extended period, allow the radio to receive the XM satellite signal for at least 5 minutes and then try to select the channel again. No action required. Contact XM Listener Care (1-800-967-2346) and ask about upgrading your XM CNP-1000 to an XM MiniTuner. Have this receivers model name and CNP-1000 XM Radio ID number ready beforehand, and explain that this receiver is displaying the message Upgrade XM Tuner. If you already have an XM Mini-Tuner connected and you see this message, turn off this receiver, make sure the XM Mini-Tuner is properly seated in the Mini-Tuner Dock, and then turn this receiver On again. If the message reappears, contact XM Listener Care and explain the issue that youre experiencing and the corrective actions youve tried. Make sure that there is nothing unusual with the antenna or antenna cable. Switch the power off, then back on again.

Upgrade XM Tuner

XM Power Error
A short-circuit occurring in the antenna or surrounding antenna cable.

SIRIUS radio messages

Symptom Antenna Error Check Sirius Tuner Acquiring Signal Cause Antenna is not properly connected. SIRIUS Connect tuner is not properly connected. Action Check that the antenna cable is attached securely. Check that the 8 pin mini DIN cable and AC Adapter are attached securely.
The SIRIUS signal is too weak at the current location. n/a Wait until the encryption code has been updated. Wait until the encryption code has been updated. Select another channel.
Subscription Updating Unit is updating subscription. Updating Channels Invalid Channel Unit is updating channels. Selected channel is not available/does not exist.