HTSLX70 - Home theater audio system PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HTSLX70 PIONEER

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WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture. D3-4-2-1-3_B_En

WARNING

To prevent injury, the receiver subwoofer must be securely attached to the floor in accordance with this operating instructions.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.

PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND

KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. 08-10-3

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's 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.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. P1-4-2-2_En

WARNING

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

VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 10cm at top, 10cm at rear, and 10cm at each side).

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed. D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En

Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5^ to +35^ (+41^ to +95^) less than 85% RH (cooling vents not blocked)

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WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V or 120 V) written on the rear face. D3-4-2-1-4_A_En

If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation). D3-4-2-2-1a_A_En

This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the warranty period. K041_En

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. S002_En

CAUTION

The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation). D3-4-2-2a_A_En

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WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

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For U.S. and Australia Model

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Dear Customer:

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel Level Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.

Contents

What's in the box 7

01 Speaker Setup Guide

Safety precautions when setting up 8

Home theater sound setup. 8

Standard surround setup 8

Front surround setup. 8

Preparing the speakers. 8

Using the supplied speaker bases 8

When not using the supplied speaker bases 9

Connect the speaker system. 9

Additional notes on speaker placement 9

02 Connecting up

Receiver subwoofer 10

Side panel 10

Rear panel 11

Back of display unit 11

Basic connections 12

03 Controls and displays

Display unit 16

Display. 17

Remote control. 18

Operating the receiver subwoofer 18

Operating the built-in FM/AM tuner 19

Operating XM Radio or SIRIUS Radio. 20

Operating Pioneer plasma displays and TVs. 21

Operating a Pioneer Blu-ray Disc player. 22

Operating a Pioneer DVD player. 23

Operating a Pioneer HDD/DVD Recorder. 24

Putting the batteries in the remote control 25

Using the remote control 26

Operating the remote control 26

Using the LCD touch screen 27

04 Getting started

Using the Auto MCACC setup for optimal surround

sound 28

05 Listening to your system

Effective Sound (for optimum sound). 29

Auto listening mode 29

Listening in surround sound. 29

Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings. 30

Center image setting 30

Using Advanced Surround 30

Using Front Stage Surround Advance 31

Listening in stereo 31

Genre Sync Mode. 31

Using the Sound Retriever 31

Listening with MCACC Effect 32

Using Midnight, Loudness and Quiet listening

modes 32

Adjusting the bass and treble. 32

Adjusting sound delay 32

06 Listening to the radio

Listening to the radio 33

Improving poor FM reception. 33

Improving poor AM sound 33

Changing the noise cut mode 33

Memorizing stations 34

Listening to station presets 34

Changing the frequency step 34

07 Surround sound settings

Using the Sound Setup menu 35

Channel level setting 35

Speaker distance setting 35

Dynamic Range Control. 36

Dual mono setting 36

Using the Virtual Surround Back mode 37

LFE Attenuate 37

Adjusting the channel levels using the test tone 37

08 Other connections

Connecting auxiliary components 38

Connecting for digital audio 38

Connecting an analog audio component. 38

Connecting an iPod. 39

Listening to an external audio source 39

Using XM Radio. 40

Connecting your XM Radio receiver 40

Listening to XM Radio 40

Saving channel presets 40

Using the XM Menu 41

About XM Satellite Radio. 41

XM Ready® legal 41

XM Ready® subscriptions 41

Using SIRIUS Radio. 42

Connecting your SIRIUS Connect Tuner 42

Listening to SIRIUS Radio 42

Saving channel presets 43

Using the SIRIUS Menu 43

Connecting external antennas 44

About control out connections 44

Connecting using HDMI 44

HDMI mode setting. 45

About HDMI 45

09 HDMI Control

Making the HDMI Control connections 46

Setting the HDMI options 47

Setting the HDMI Control mode 47

Setting the Auto Delay 48

Audio input settings from Plasma displays

(TV Input) 48

Before using synchronization 48

Synchronized amp mode. 48

Synchronized amp mode operations. 48

Canceling synchronized amp mode 48

10 Additional information

Dimming the display 49

Setting the sleep timer 49

Setting up the remote to control your TV 49

TV Preset code list. 50

Resetting the system 50

Installation and maintenance 50

Hints on installation 50

Surround sound formats 51

Dolby. 51

DTS. 51

Troubleshooting 52

General 52

Tuner. 53

HDMI 53

Displayed Messages 54

XM radio 55

SIRIUS radio 55

Specifications 56

What's in the box

Please confirm that the following items are all supplied.

Accessory box (AS-LX70):

Remote control (page 18)
AA/LR6 alkaline batteries x4 (page 25)
- Power cord (page 15)
- Display unit (page 16)
- AM loop antenna (page 13)
FM wire antenna (page 13)
- Microphone (for Auto MCACC setup) (page 28)
- Control cable (page 44)
- Display cable (page 13)
Optical digital cable (page 14)
- iPod cable (page 39)
These operating instructions
Warrantycard

Receiver subwoofer (SX-LX70SW) box:

• Cleaning cloth

Speakers (SSP-LX70ST) box:

• Speakers (front/center x2, surround x2) (page 8, 13)
• Speaker cables x6 (page 13)
• Speaker bases x4 (page 8)
  Non-skid pads x16 (page 8, 9)
• Screws x 4 (page 9)

Chapter 1

Speaker Setup Guide

Safety precautions when setting up

When assembling the speakers, lay them down flat on their side to avoid accidents or injury. Make sure to use a stable surface when assembling, setting up, and placing the speakers.

Home theater sound setup

Depending on the size and characteristics of your room, you can place your speakers in one of two ways using this system.

Standard surround setup

This is a standard multichannel surround sound speaker setup for optimal 5.1 channel home theater sound.

Front surround setup

This setup is ideal when rear surround speaker placement isn't possible or you want to avoid running long speaker cables in your listening area. Use this setup together with the Front Stage Surround Advance modes in page 31.

Preparing the speakers

This unit comes with speaker bases that can be used to adjust the speakers to the design of the room in which they are placed.

Using the supplied speaker bases

1 Attach the non-skid pads to the speaker bases, as shown below.

Use the adhesive side of the pads to attach them to the base of each speaker base.

2 Attach the speaker bases.

Place the speaker atop a supplied speaker base, and fix the base in place by using one of the supplied screws.

• The supplied speaker bases come in two different shapes. You can determine the correct base for a speaker by checking if the screw's location lines up correctly when the speaker is placed atop the base. (There are specific bases for the front/center (L) and surround speaker (R), and for the front/center (R) and surround speaker (L), with two of each type included.)

When not using the supplied speaker bases

- Attach the non-skid pads to the base of each of the front/center and surround speakers (as shown).

Use the adhesive side of the pads to attach them to the base of each speaker.

Front/center and surround speakers

Connect the speaker system

Refer to Connecting up to connect the speakers properly. After connecting everything, place the speakers as shown in the diagram above for optimal surround sound. After placing the speakers, run the Auto MCACC setup (page 28) to complete your surround sound setup.

Additional notes on speaker placement

Install the main front left and right speakers at an equal distance from the TV.
- When using the Standard surround setup, install the surround speakers slightly above ear level for optimum effect.
- When using the Front surround setup, separate the left and right speakers by about 4.5 feet for optimum effect.

Precautions:

• Do not place the speaker on an unstable surface, as doing so may cause the speaker to fall and cause damage or bodily injury.
• All speakers supplied with this system are magnetically shielded. However, depending on the installation location, color distortion may occur if a speaker is installed extremely close to the screen of a television set. If this happens, turn the power switch of the television set OFF, and turn it ON after 15 min to 30 min. If the problem persists, place the speaker system away from the television set.
• For safety, make sure that there is no exposed bare speaker wire outside of the speaker terminals.
• Do not connect the supplied speakers with any other amplifier. This may result in malfunction or fire.
• Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied to this system.
• The speaker system grill cannot be removed. Do not try to forcibly remove it since doing so may damage the grille.
• When cleaning the cabinet, use the provided cleaning cloth.

Do not allow alcohol, thinner, benzene, or insecticides to come into contact with the surface, since finish discoloration may occur.

Also, when using chemically impregnated cleaning cloths, follow their precautions carefully.

Chapter 2 Connecting up

Receiver subwoofer

Side panel

• There is a cover over the connectors on the side panel.

A. When making connections, lift the two hooks and remove the cover.
B. Once connections are finished, line up the three positions and place the cover back in its original position.

1 SIRIUS IN terminal

See Using SIRUS Radio on page 42.

2 XM IN terminal

See Using XM Radio on page 40.

3 CONTROL OUT jacks (x2)

Connect other Pioneer components with the supplied control cable.

4 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jacks (x2)

To listen to optical digital audio, change the input to

Digital 1 or Digital 2.

When the digital output jacks of your TV are connected to these jacks, set 'TV Input' (see page 48).

5 AM LOOP antenna terminal

6 FM antenna socket

7 ANALOG AUDIO IN jacks

Handle sound from an external component by using stereo audio code. To listen to analog audio, change the input to Analog.

When the analog output jacks of your TV are connected to these jacks, set 'TV Input' (see page 48).

8 SPEAKERS terminals

Match the colors of the speaker cords to their respective connectors.

9 AC IN - Power inlet

Rear panel

10 HDMI OUT connector

Connect to a television that has an HDMI terminal.

11 HDMI IN connectors (x3)

Use high-quality audio/video connection with compatible HDMI devices.

To select this input, choose HDMI 1 to HDMI 3.

12 SYSTEM connector

Connect to the display unit.

Back of display unit

1 SYSTEM connector

Connect to the receiver subwoofer.

2 F.AUDIO input

To listen to audio from an external component, connect with a stereo mini-plug cable. Once connected, the input automatically changes to Front Audio In.

3 iPod input terminal

Use to connect your Apple iPod as an audio source. When you connect an iPod, the input automatically changes to iPod.

4 MCACC SETUP MIC jack

Use to connect the supplied microphone for the Auto MCACC setup (see page 28).

Basic connections

Important

• When connecting this system or changing connections, be sure to switch power off and disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. After completing all connections, connect the power cords to the wall socket.

WARNING

• Pioneer bears no responsibility for accidents resulting from faulty assembly or installation, insufficient mounting strength of walls, mounting fixtures (or other building fixtures), misuse or natural disasters.

1 Connect the display unit to the receiver subwoofer. Plug the display cable into the connector on the rear of the display unit, then plug the other end of the display cable into SYSTEM connector on the receiver subwoofer.

Caution

• Do not attempt to attach the display unit to the wall.

2 Assemble the AM loop antenna.

a. Bend the stand in the direction indicated by the arrow.
b. Clip the loop onto the stand.
c. If you want to fix to a wall or other surface, perform step b after first securing the stand with screws.

It is recommended that you determine the reception strength before securing the stand with the screws.

3 Connect the AM and FM antennas 1.

a. Connect one wire of the AM loop antenna to each AM antenna terminal².

For each terminal, press down on the tab to open; insert the wire, then release to secure.

b. Push the FM antenna³ plug onto the center pin of the FM antenna socket.

4 Connect each speaker.

Each speaker cable has a color-coded connector at one end and two wires at the other end.

Color-coded wire (Connect to speaker)

Color-coded connector (Connect to receiver subwoofer)

• Twist and pull off the protective shields on each wire.

• Connect the wires to the speaker. Each speaker in the illustration can be identified by means of the color-coded indicator provided on the rear-surface model label. Match the color-coded wire with the color indicator on the model label, then insert the color-coded wire into the red (+) side and the other wire into the black (-) side.

• Connect the other end to the color-coded speaker terminals on the side of the receiver subwoofer. Make sure to insert completely.

Be careful when inserting the speaker plug, as it must be inserted in the proper direction when being plugged into one of the terminals. Please make sure to connect correctly.

Note

1- Keep antenna cables away from other cables, the display unit and receiver subwoofer.

If rection with the supplied antenna is poor, see Improving poor FM reception and Improving poar AM sound on page 33 or Connecting external antennas on page 44.
- Do not attach any antenna other than the provided loop antenna, or an external antenna as described on page 44.

2 - Don't let it come into contact with metal objects and avoid placing near computers, television sets or other electrical appliances.
If radio reception is poor, you may be able improve it by re-inserting each antenna wire into the opposite terminal.
- For best reception, do not untwist the AM loop antenna wires or wrap them around the loop antenna.
3 To ensure optimum reception, make sure the FM antenna is fully extended and not coiled or hanging at the rear of the unit.

Caution

• These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts.
• Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied to this system.
• Do not connect the supplied speakers to any amplifier other than the one supplied with this system. Connection to any other amplifier may result in malfunction or fire.
• After connecting the plugs, pull lightly on the cables to make sure that the ends of the cables are securely connected to the terminals. Poor connections can create noise and interruptions in the sound.
• If the cables' wires happen to be pushed out of the terminals, allowing the wires to come into contact with each other, it places an excessive additional load on the amp. This may cause the amp to stop functioning, and may even damage the amp.

5 If you have a DVD player or other source component you want to connect, connect it now before connecting the power cord in the next step.

See page 38 for how to connect a digital source component.

6 Connect the receiver subwoofer to your TV.

• Connect the HDMI OUT jack on receiver subwoofer to an HDMI input on your TV.

7 Connect an audio cable from your TV to the receiver subwoofer.

• To listen to TV audio on this unit, you must connect the TV's audio output to an audio input jack on this unit. You can connect by either a digital (optical) or analog audio cable. For digital audio, connect to DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1 on the receiver subwoofer. To use the HDMI Control function when you are connected to a supported Pioneer plasma display, you must connect via HDMI.
• You must first set 'TV Input' to switch the audio from a plasma display with the HDMI Control function or to switch the input source of this unit to TV audio and operate your TV with the supplied remote control. For more information, see Operating Pioneer plasma displays and TVs on page 21 and Audio input settings from Plasma displays (TV Input) on page 48.

Note

8 Connect the power cord. 1

• Connect each power cord to the AC inlet on the receiver subwoofer. Connect each power cord to a wall socket in the following order.
• Receiver subwoofer
• TV
• Run the cords that are connected to the side panel of the receiver subwoofer over the back side of the unit, and replace the cover on the side panel.

Note

• Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with this system.
• Do not use the supplied power cord for any purpose other than connecting to this system.
  After connecting this unit to an AC outlet, a 15-second initialization process begins. You cannot carry out any operations during initialization.
  The HDMI indicator on the display unit blinks during initialization, and you can turn this unit on once it has stopped blinking.

Chapter 3

Controls and displays

Display unit

1 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the receiver subwoofer on/into standby.

2 INPUT SELECTOR (page 38)

Press repeatedly to select one of the external audio

inputs (HDMI 1 to HDMI 3, Digital 1, Digital 2. Analog

iPod or Front Audio In).

3 VOL + / - buttons

Use to adjust the volume.

4 POWER ON indicator (Blue)

5 Front panel display

See below for details.

6 IR remote sensor (page 26)

7 HDMI indicator (Red)

Lights when this receiver subwoofer is connected to HDMI (HDCP) compatible component.

Also lights during initialization, after you plug this unit into an AC outlet.

Display

1 DIRECT

Lights when Direct Sound is selected (i.e. Effective Sound is off) (page 29).

2 Listening mode indicators

STEREO

Lights when the Stereo mode is selected or when a stereo source is being played back in the Auto listening mode (page 31).

F.S.SURR.

Lights when one of the Front Stage Surround Advance listening modes is selected (page 31).

ADV.SURR.

Lights when one of the Advanced Surround listening modes is selected (page 30).

3 PRO LOGIC II

Lights during Dolby Pro Logic II decoding (page 30).

4 Sound processing indicators

Lights when any of the Loudness, Midnight, Quiet or tone controls feature is selected (page 32).

5 S.RTRV

Lights when Sound Retriever is active (page 31).

6 HDMI THROUGH

Lights when HDMI Mode is set to Through Mode.

7 MCACC

Lights when MCACC Effect is switched on (page 32).
Blinks during Auto MCACC Setup (page 28).

8 XM/SIRIUS radio indicators

XM

Lights during XM reception mode.

SIRIUS

Lights during SIRIUS reception mode.

A,B,C

Indicate the class of XM or SIRIUS Radio.

9 Digital format indicators

DO DIGITAL

Lights during playback of a Dolby Digital source (page 29).

DTS

Lights during playback of a DTS source (page 29).

DTS 96/24

Lights during playback of a DTS 96/24 decoding (page 29).

DSD>PCM

Lights during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion with SACDs.

PCM

Lights during playback of PCM signals.

10 Character display

11 Tuner indicators

Lights when a broadcast is being received.

Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode.

Lights when FM mono reception is selected.

12

Indicates the antenna status of XM Radio or SIRIUS Radio.

13

Lights when sleep timer is active (page 49).

Remote control

• For more information on using the remote control, see Operating the remote control on page 26.

Operating the receiver subwoofer

This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver subwoofer. Note that the controls change when you have chosen the input function for separate connected devices.

1 RECEIVER

Switches the receiver subwoofer to On/Standby.

20TV

Switches the TV to On/Standby.

TV CTRL

Switches the remote control to the TV operating mode (no effect on the current input source of this unit).

3 SOURCE

Switches the power for the selected component to On/ Standby.

4 Input select buttons

Change the input for this unit. You will also need to press one of these buttons when operating another connected component via this remote control.

HDMI 1 to HDMI 3

Switch input from HDMI 1 to HDMI 3.

TV

Switches to the input selected at TV Input setup (page 48).

TUNER (page 33)

Switches between FM and AM bands.

XM (page 40)

Switches to XM Radio.

SIRIUS (page 42)

Switches to SIRIUS Radio.

LINE (page 39)

Press repeatedly to select one of the receiver subwoofer's audio inputs (Digital 1, Digital 2,

Analog, iPod or Front Audio In).

5 LCD touch screen

Displays the buttons used to control external components such as a receiver subwoofer, plasma display, DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, and HDD/DVD recorder. The current operating mode is displayed at the top of the remote control's screen.

Although the LCD touch screen disappears if you do not perform any operations for a while, it appears when the screen is touched or a button on the remote control is pressed.

6 Other component button

Use to operate an HDD/DVD recorder or other connected component.

7 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to control receiver functions.

8 SETUP

Use to access the menu system for surround sound setup, tuner settings and so on (page 33, 35, 47, 49).

9 RETURN

Use to cancel settings.

10RCV

Use to switch to the receiver subwoofer operating mode when this unit is in the other operating modes. Press again to return to the previous operating mode.

11 VOL + / -

Use to adjust the volume of the receiver subwoofer.

12 MUTE

Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).

LCD touch screen

13 SURR

Use to select a Surround mode (page 29).

ADV.SURR

Use to change the audio setting to Pioneer's original Advanced Surround mode (page 30).

F.S.SURR

Use to select a Front Stage Surround Advance mode (page 31).

14 GENRE

Use to listen to audio in Genre Sync mode (page 31). (This button is displayed only when the RECEIVER screen is shown during HDD/DVD recorder operation.)

15 SOUND RTRV

Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources (page 31).

16 DIRECT

Use to switch on/off the Effective Sound mode (page 29).

17 MCACC

Starts the Auto MCACC setup (page 28).

18 TEST TONE

Use to output the test tone (for speaker setup) (page 37).

19 SOUND

Press to access the sound menu, from which you can adjust bass and treble, etc.

20 SLEEP

Press to set the sleep timer (page 49).

21 EXIT

Cancel settings and exit the RECEIVER screen.

Operating the built-in FM/AM tuner

1 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to control FM/AM tuner functions.

2 SET U P

Use to access the menu system or tuner settings.

3 RETURN

Use to cancel settings.

LCD touch screen

4 Number buttons

Use to directly choose a preset radio station.

CLEAR

Press to clear an entry and start again.

5 T U N E + / -

Use to find radio frequencies.

6ST+/-

Use to select a station preset.

Operating XM Radio or SIRIUS Radio

1 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to control XM or SIRIUS radio functions.

2 SETUP

Use to access the menu system settings.

3 RETURN

Use to cancel settings.

LCD touch screen

4 Number buttons

Use to directly choose a preset radio station.

5DISP

Use to display XM or SIRIUS radio information (page 40, 42).

6 TOP MENU

Use to display the XM or SIRIUS Radio menu.

7 CATEGORY

Press to browse digital radio broadcasts.

8 MEM

Use to register a song information you are currently listening to.

9 D.Access

Press to access a radio station directly using the number buttons.

10 T.EDIT

Saving channel preset (page 40, 43)

11CLASS

Switches between the three banks of radio station presets.

Operating Pioneer plasma displays and TVs

First, refer to Setting up the remote to control your TV on page 49 for information about setting up your TV's presets. Note that certain buttons may not work with some TVs.

10TV

Switches the TV to On/Standby.

TV CTRL

Switches the remote control to the TV operating mode (no effect on the current input source of this unit).

2 SOURCE

Switches the power for the TV to On/Standby.

3 PAGE

Switches pages on the LCD touch screen.

4 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to navigate all on-screen displays. Press ENTER to select the currently highlighted option.

5 H O M E M E N U

Display the HOME MENU screen.

6 RETURN

Restores the previous menu screen.

7 Favorite channel (A, B, C, D) buttons

Selects any of the four preset channels.

While watching, you can toggle the set channels by pressing A, B, C and D.

Shown when not set to a Pioneer plasma display.

LCD touch screen

8 Number buttons

Selects a channel.

• (dot)

Enters a dot.

9 CH ENTER

Executes a channel number.

10 CH +/-

Selects the channel.

11 INPUT

Selects an input source of the TV.

12 MUTE

Mutes the sound.

13 TV VOL +/-

Sets the volume.

The following only apply to Pioneer plasma displays:

14 SCRN SIZE

Selects the screen size.

15 DISP

Displays the channel information.

16 SLEEP

Press to set the sleep timer.

17 MTS

Selects MTS/SAP or language depending on the program being watched.

18 ANT

Selects the antenna (A, B).

Operating a Pioneer Blu-ray Disc player

1 SOURCE

Switches the power for a Blu-ray disc player to On/Standby.

2 PAGE

Switch between pages on the LCD touch screen when multiple pages are present.

3 TOP MENU / DISC NAVIGATOR

Press to display the top menu of a BD-ROM or DVD-Video disc.

When playing a DVD-R/-RW disc, press to display/exit the Disc Navigator.

4 M E N U

BD-ROM: Press to display/hide the pop-up menu.

DVD-Video: Press to display the disc menu (if there is one).

5 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to navigate on-screen displays and menus. Press ENTER to select an option or execute a command.

6 H O M E M E N U

Press to display the player's Home Menu, access most of the player's functions.

7 RETURN

Press to return to a previous screen.

8 Color (BLUE/RED/GREEN/YELLOW) buttons

Use to navigate BD-ROM menus.

LCD touch screen

9 (AUDIO)

Press to select the audio channel or language.

(SUBTITLE)

Press to select a subtitle display.

B ANGLE

Press to change the camera angle during BD-ROM or DVD-Video movie multi-angle scene playback.

10Playback controls

Press to start or resume playback.

Press to stop playback (you can resume playback by pressing).

Press to pause playback; press again to restart.

Press to start reverse/forward scanning.

Press to jump to the start of the previous/next chapter/track.

Use for slow motion and step frame.

11 ZOOM

Press to zoom the screen when displaying a still image.

12 DISP

Press to display information.

13 Number buttons

Use to enter title, chapter or track numbers, etc.

ENTER

Press to select an option or execute a command.

CLEAR

Press to clear a numeric entry, etc.

14 PLAY MODE

Press to change the Play Mode (repeat play, for example).

15VIDEO ADJ

Press to display the Video Adjust screen.

Operating a Pioneer DVD player

1 SOURCE

Switches the power for a DVD player to On/Standby.

2 PAGE

Switch between pages on the LCD touch screen when multiple pages are present.

3 TOP MENU

Press to display the top menu of a DVD-Video disc.

4 M E N U

Displays a DVD disc menu – this varies with the disc and may be the same as the 'top menu'.

5 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Moves the cursor around the screen. Press ENTER to select the current menu option.

6 H O M E M E N U

Display/exit the on-screen display.

7 RETURN

Returns to the previously displayed menu screen.

LCD touch screen

8

(AUDIO)

Press to select the audio channel or language.

(SUBTITLE)

Press to select a subtitle display.

（ANGLE）

Press to change the camera angle during DVD-Video movie multi-angle scene playback.

9Playback controls

Press to start or resume playback.

Press to stop playback (you can resume playback by pressing).

Press to pause playback; press again to restart.

A.11/11

Press to start reverse or forward scanning. Press again to change the speed.

While paused, press and hold to start slow-motion playback. Press repeatedly to change the playback speed.

While paused, press to advance a single frame in either direction.

Press to skip to the previous or next title/chapter/ track/folder; or to display the previous or next menu page.

10 ZOOM

Press to zoom the screen when displaying a still image.

11 DISP

Press to display information.

12 Number buttons

Use to enter title, chapter or track numbers, etc.

ENTER

Press to select an option or execute a command.

CLEAR

Press to clear a numeric entry, etc.

13 PLAY MODE

Press to change the Play Mode (repeat play, for example).

Operating a Pioneer HDD/DVD Recorder

1 SOURCE

Switches the power for a HDD/DVD recorder to On/Standby.

2 PAGE

Switch between pages on the LCD touch screen when multiple pages are present.

3 TOP MENU / DISC NAVIGATOR

Press to display the top menu if a DVD-Video or finalized DVD-R/RW (Video) disc is loaded, or the Disc Navigator screen.

4 M E N U

Press to display the disc menu if a DVD-Video, finalized DVD-R/RW or finalized DVD+R/+RW disc is loaded.

5 / / / (cursor buttons) and ENTER

Use to navigate all on-screen displays. Press ENTER to select the currently highlighted option.

6 H O M E M E N U

Press to display the Home Menu, from which you can navigate all the functions of the recorder.

7 RETURN

Press to go back one level in the on-screen menu or display.

LCD touch screen

8HDD

Press to select the hard disk (HDD) for recording and playback.

DVD

Press to select the DVD for recording and playback.

9 Playback controls

Press to start playback.

Press to stop playback.

Press to pause playback or recording.

Press to start reverse or forward scanning. Press again to change the speed.

#

Press to skip to the previous or next title/chapter/ track/folder; or to display the previous or next menu page.

//

While paused, press and hold to start slow-motion playback. Press repeatedly to change the playback speed.

While paused, press to advance a single frame in either direction.

10 CM BACK (commercial back)

Press repeatedly to skip progressively backward through the video playing.

CM SKIP (commercial skip)

Press repeatedly to skip progressively forward through the video playing.

11 JUKEBOX

Press to display the Jukebox screen of a HDD/DVD recorder, from which you can copy music to the HDD for playback.

12 (AUDIO)

Press to change the audio language or channel. (When the recorder is stopped, press to change the tuner audio.)

(SUBTITLE)

Press to display/change the subtitles included in multilingual DVD-Video discs.

(ANGLE)

Press to switch camera angles on discs with multi-angle scenes.

13 Number buttons

Use the number buttons for track/chapter/title selection; channel selection, and so on.

CLEAR

Press to clear an entry and start again.

14 CH +/-

Press to change the channel of the built-in TV tuner.

15 INPUT

Press to change a HDD/DVD recorder input to use for recording.

16 DISP

Displays/changes the on-screen information displays.

17 Recording controls

REC

Press to start recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time in blocks of 30 mins.

STOPREC

Press to stop recording.

Putting the batteries in the remote control

1 Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control.

2 Insert four AA/LR6 alkaline batteries into the battery compartment following the indications ( ,) inside the compartment.

3 Close the cover.

Caution

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:

• Don't mix new and old batteries together.
• Don't use different kinds of battery together — although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries from equipment that isn't going to be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that apply in your country /area.

WARNING

• 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.

Using the remote control

Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:

Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor on the unit.
- Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the unit's remote sensor.
- Remote controllers for different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using remotes for other equipment located close to this unit.
- Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating range of the remote.
- Use within the operating range in front of the remote control sensor on the display unit, as shown.

Operating the remote control

The supplied remote control can control not only the receiver subwoofer, but also other Pioneer products such as a plasma display, DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, and HDD/DVD recorder.

To operate these components, orient the remote control toward the display unit.

Operating the receiver subwoofer

- Press to display the RECEIVER screen.

The RECEIVER screen is shown on the remote control's LCD screen, and the remote is switched to Receiver mode.

Choosing and operating a source component

HDMI 1 2 3 TV TUNER XM SIRIUS LINE Press to cycle through connected components.

The selected component changes, and the LCD screen on the remote control changes to that of the appropriate component.

To select input for Digital 1, Digital 2, Analog, Front Audio In, or iPod, press the LINE button until the desired input function is shown on the display unit.

2 Choose the input source you are using when you have selected HDMI 1 to HDMI 3 or LINE.

The LCD screen changes to that for the selected component, and you can then operate the desired component.

HDMI input

LINE input

• When the desired source cannot be found, or when you have a component not manufactured by Pioneer connected, press RCV to put the remote control into Receiver mode. The input for this unit remains unchanged.

Note

To temporarily control the receiver while listening to audio from a connected component on this unit, press RCV. The selected input will not change, and the remote changes to Receiver mode. To return to the previous operating mode, press RCV once more.

Using the LCD touch screen

Depending on the type of connected component you are operating (such as DVD player), there may be multiple pages of information for the LCD touch screen. When the component you would like to control is not displayed, press PAGE to scroll to the page where the component you would like to control is located.

• When no operations are carried out for over 10 seconds, the display on the LCD touch screen of the remote control is automatically turned off. To have the display shown once again, either touch the LCD or press a button on the remote control.

Chapter 4 Getting started

Important

• Preys to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen, as shown below).

Using the Auto MCACC setup for optimal surround sound

The Multichannel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) system measures the acoustic characteristics of your listening area, taking into account ambient noise, and testing for channel delay and channel level. After you have set up the microphone provided, the system uses the information from a series of test tones to measure standing wave and reverb, optimizing the speaker settings and equalization (MCACC Effect) for your particular room.

Important

• The test tones used for Auto MCACC setup are loud; however, do not turn the volume down during setup as this may result in a sub-optimal setup.
• Make sure the microphone and speakers are not moved during the MCACC setup.

1 Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on back of the display unit.

2 Place the microphone at your normal listening position.

Place it about ear height, and make sure it is level by using a table or chair.

Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone.

3 If the receiver subwoofer is off, press Receiver to turn the power on.

MCACC.

Try to be as quiet as possible after pressing MCACC. The volume increases automatically and the system outputs a series of test tones.

• To cancel Auto MCACC setup before it has finished, press MCACC. The unit will continue to use the previous settings.
• If the ambient noise level is too high, Noisy! blinks in the display for five seconds. To exit and check the noise levels², press MCACC, or to try again, press ENTER when Retry shows in the display.
  If you see an Error MIC! or Error Speaker! message in the display, there may be a problem with your mic or the speaker connections. To try again, press ENTER3.

When the MCACC setup is complete, the volume level returns to normal, Complete shows in the display, and MCACC Effect is activated.

• Be sure to disconnect the microphone from this unit upon completion of the Auto MCACC setup.

Note

1 You only need to use the Auto MCACC setup once (unless you change the placement of your speakers or your room layout).

2 - If the room environment is not optimal for the Auto MCACC setup (too much ambient noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the microphone) the final settings may be incorrect. Check for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that may be affecting the environment and switch them off if necessary.
Some older TVs may interfere with the operation of the mic. If this seems to be happening, switch off the TV during Auto MCACC setup.
3 If this doesn't work, press MCACC turn off the power, and check the problem indicated by the Error message, then try the Auto MCACC setup again.
4 If Complete doesn't appear, it is likely an error occurred during the setup. Please check all connections and try again.
5 See Listening with MCACC Effect on page 32 to switch on/off MCACC Effect.

Chapter 5

Listening to your system

Important

• Preys to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen, as shown below).

Effective Sound (for optimum sound)

With the uniquely shaped high-quality speakers supplied with this unit, the Effective Sound mode enables the following Pioneer exclusive audio technologies designed to maximize the real experience of sound originally inherent in movies and music.

Turn on the Effective Sound mode under normal circumstances to maximize the capabilities of this unit.

Clarifies dialogue in movies to make it stand out from other background sounds.

Dynamic Range Compression

Resuscitates detailed sound susceptible to ambient noise to create an acoustic environment where you feel as if you are right in the action.

- Original Channel Balance & Channel Mix

Since the orientation of the supplied speaker units is uniquely designed, channels are mixed down and balanced in a special manner. Also, the optimum balance is automatically achieved according to the contents being played back.

Frequency Characteristic Correction

Realizes the playback characteristic optimized for long hours of listening in addition to the added features of the supplied speaker units.

- Stereo Playback in Surround

Outputs audio from the surround speakers while directing vocal sound to the front channels. You can play back stereo sources like CDs in seamless, comfortable surround sound.

This effect is available when you play back stereo sources in the Auto listening mode (see below).

The Effective sound mode can be turned off (activating Direct mode) by doing the following:

- Direct to switch to Direct Sound.

Press this button to switch between Effective Sound and Direct Sound.

• When Direct Sound is selected, the DIRECT indicator lights.

Auto listening mode

The Auto listening mode is the simplest way to listen to any source as it was mastered: the output from the speakers mirrors the channels in the source material.

If you set up the system for Front surround (page 8), the Front Stage Surround modes will give the best results (see page 31).

• PrSURR to select the Auto listening mode.

Listening in surround sound

You can listen to stereo or multichannel sources in surround sound. Surround sound is generated from stereo sources using one of the Dolby Pro Logic or DTS Neo:6 decoding modes.

If you set up the system for Front surround (page 8), the Front Stage Surround modes will give the best results (see page 31).

- PrSURR repeatedly to select a listening mode.

The choices that appear in the display will vary according to the type of source that's playing.

Note

1 After the surround back signals of the 6.1/7.1-channel audio represented by DTS-ES are properly decoded, the original virtual surround back function outputs the surround back signals in combination with surround signals.
2 You cannot select a mode other than Auto and Stereo while playing back DTS-HD, DTS-Express, or Dolby TrueHD (176.4 kHz/192 kHz). Also, you cannot select DTS Neo:6 for Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD (below 96 kHz).

With two channel sources, you can select from:

• Auto - Auto listening mode (see page 29)
• DOLPL II Movie (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie) - 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to movie sources
• DDOPL II Music (Dolby Pro Logic II Music) - 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to music sources; see Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings below
• DOLPL II Game (Dolby Pro Logic II Game) - 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to video games
• DPro Logic (Dolby Pro Logic) - 4.1 channel surround sound for use with any two-channel source
• Neo:6 Cinema - 6.1 channel sound, especially suited to movie sources
• Neo:6 Music - 6.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources; see Center image setting below
• Stereo - See Listening in stereo on page 31

With multichannel sources, you can select (according to format):

• Auto - Auto listening mode (see page 29)
• StandardDecode - Listening in Dolby Digital or DTS surround decoding. Plays back multichannel sources like Dolby Digital, DTS, and multichannel PCM with the most standard decoder
• Stereo - See Listening in stereo on page 31

Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings

When listening in Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode (see above), there are three settings you can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama.

1 PrSound when Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode is active.

2 Select 'Center Width', 'Dimension' or 'Panorama' then press ENTER.

• Center Width¹ - Provides a better blend of the front speakers by spreading the center channel between the front right and left speakers, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings).

• Dimension - Adjusts the depth of the surround sound balance from front to back, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (positive settings).

• Panorama - Extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for a 'wraparound' effect.

3 Adjust the setting, then press ENTER to confirm.

Center image setting

When listening to two channel sources in Neo:6 Music mode (see page 29), you can also adjust the center image effect.

Adjusts the center image to create a wider stereo effect with vocals.

when Neo:6 Music mode is active.

2 Select 'Center Image' then press ENTER.

3 Adjust the setting, then press ENTER to confirm.

• Adjust the effect from 0 (all center channel sent to front right and left speakers) to 10 (center channel sent to the center speaker only).

Using Advanced Surround

The Advanced Surround effects can be used with any multichannel or stereo source for a variety of additional surround sound effects. These modes are designed to provide optimum listening effect when using the Standard surround setup described on page 8.

to select an Advanced Surround mode.

The ADV.SURR. indicator lights when one of these modes is chosen. You cannot switch between modes for some audio streams.

Press repeatedly to select:

• Action - Designed for action movies with dynamic soundtracks
• Drama - Designed for movies with lots of dialog
  Sci-Fi - Designed for science fiction with lots of special effects
• Mono Film - Creates surround sound from mono soundtracks

Note

As this product uses a dual center speaker system, you should normally use the C.Width 3 setting.
2 As this product uses a dual center speaker system, you should normally use the C.Image 3 setting.
3 You cannot use this function for the following audio streams:
- Dolby TrueHD: over 88.2 kHz
- DTS-HD: over 88.2 kHz or with the channel format of 2/0
- DTS-Express: with the channel format of 2/0

• Ent.Show - Suitable for musical sources
• Expanded - Creates an extra wide stereo field
• TV Surround - Provides surround sound for both mono and stereo TV sources
• Advanced Game - Suitable for video games
• Sports - Suitable for sports programs
  Classical - Gives a large concert hall-type sound
• Rock/Pop - Creates a live concert sound for rock and/or pop music
• Unplugged - Suitable for acoustic music sources
• Ext.Stereo - Gives multichannel sound to a stereo source, using all of your speakers

Using Front Stage Surround Advance

The Front Stage Surround Advance modes are effective when you are using the Front surround speaker setup as described on page 8.

F.S. to select a Front Stage Surround

Advance mode.

The F.S.SURR indicator lights.

Press repeatedly to select Focus 5.1ch, Wide 5.1ch or Extra Power. You cannot select a mode other than Extra Power for some audio streams.

• Focus 5.1ch - Use to provide a rich surround sound effect directed to the center area where the left and right speakers sound projection converges.
• Wide 5.1ch - Use to provide a surround sound effect to a wider area than Focus 5.1ch mode.
• Extra Power - Outputs stereo sound (in the case of multi-channel sources, down-mixed stereo sound) from the surround speakers for powerful stereo effect.

Listening in stereo

You can listen to any source - stereo or multichannel in stereo. When playing a multichannel source, all channels are downmixed to the front left/right speakers and the subwoofer.

• Press repeatedly until STEREO shows in the display.

Genre Sync Mode

Only when you have this unit connected to an HDMI Control-compatible Pioneer HDD/DVD recorder and are using the HDMI Control function, you can make use of the Genre Sync Mode to have the listening mode automatically change to that which best matches the genre of the contents playing from the recorder.

• Set the HDMI Mode to AMP Mode (page 45).

- PrSENRE when listening to media contents from a recorder.

The most appropriate listening mode is selected and shown in the display. When the related genre could not be determined, No Genre or Can't use may be displayed and the listening mode remains unchanged.

Tip

• Mainly used with Jukebox and MP3 sources.
• To use this function, you must have an HDMI Control-compatible Pioneer HDD/DVD recorder connected via HDMI, and have the HDMI Control function set to On.

Using the Sound Retriever

When audio data is removed during the MP3 or WMA compression process, sound quality often suffers from an uneven sound image. The Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that helps bring CD quality sound back to compressed two channel audio by restoring sound pressure and smoothing jagged artifacts left over after compression.

Sound while listening to a stereo source 2. Press repeatedly to switch between:

Retriever On—Switches the Sound Retriever on.
Retriever Off—Switches the Sound Retriever off.

Note

1 You cannot use this function for the following audio streams:
Dolby TrueHD: over 88.2 kHz
- DTS-HD: over 88.2 kHz or with the channel format of 2/0
- DTS-Express: with the channel format of 2/0
2 This setting cannot be used with multichannel sources. Also, in case of SACD, DTS-HD, DTS-Express, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and PCM (192 kHz/176.4 kHz), even stereo sources cannot be used.

Listening with MCACC Effect

Listen to sound using the corrected acoustic field settings obtained by MCACC.

1 Presound to open the sound menu.

2 Select 'MCACC Effect' then press ENTER.

3 Switch 'MCACC On' or 'MCACC Off' then press ENTER to confirm.

• When MCACC Effect is off, equalization, channel delay, channel level and standing wave are set to off.
• When MCACC Effect is off, the channel delay and channel level can be adjusted manually and the settings stored separately from when MCACC Effect is on.
  MCACC Effect is set to on automatically after Auto MCACC setup is used.

Using Midnight, Loudness and Quiet listening modes

The Midnight listening feature allows you to hear effective surround sound of movies at low volume levels. The Loudness listening feature can be used to get good bass and treble from music sources at low volume levels. The Quiet listening feature reduces excessive bass or treble in a sound source.

1 Presound to open the sound menu.

2 Select 'Tone' then press ENTER. 1

3 Select 'Midnight', 'Loudness' or 'Quiet' then press ENTER to confirm.2

• To cancel the Midnight, Loudness or Quiet listening modes, select Bass/Treble.

Adjusting the bass and treble

Use the bass and treble controls to adjust the overall tone.

1 Proound to open the sound menu.

2 Select 'Tone' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'Bass/Treble' then press ENTER.

• Selecting Bass/Treble cancels the Midnight, Loudness and Quiet listening modes. These modes cannot be used at the same time.

'Treble'; use the / buttons to adjust the sound then press ENTER to confirm.

• Bass and Treble can be adjusted from -6dB to +6dB.
• When the Bass or Treble is set to something other than 0dB, the TONE indicator lights.

Adjusting sound delay

Some monitors have a slight delay when showing video, so the soundtrack will be slightly out of sync with the picture. By adding a bit of delay, you can adjust the sound to match the presentation of the video.

There are a total of 60 steps (levels) that you can adjust, with a total range of 200 msec.

1Sound to open the sound menu.

2 Select 'Sound Delay' then press ENTER.

3 Select the length of the delay in sound, then press ENTER to confirm.

• This option is deactivated and not displayed if you have AutoDelay set to On in HDMI Setup (see Setting the Auto Delay on page 48).

Note

1 While playing back DTS-HD (over 88.2 kHz) or Dolby TrueHD (over 88.2 kHz) audio streams, you cannot select Tone if a mode other than Bass/ Treble is selected.
2 While playing back DTS-HD (over 88.2 kHz) or Dolby TrueHD (over 88.2 kHz) audio streams, you cannot select a mode other than Bass/Treble.

Chapter 6

Listening to the radio

Important

TUNER to the radio, press the TUNER button to set the remote control to FM/AM control mode. The LCD screen on the remote control changes to the TUNER screen.

Listening to the radio

The tuner can receive both FM and AM broadcasts, and lets you memorize your favorite stations so you don't have to manually tune in every time you want to listen.

1 TUNER Switch to the tuner, then press repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

The display shows the band and frequency.

2 TUNE + Tune to a frequency.

There are three tuning modes - manual, auto, and high-speed:

• Manual tuning - Press TUNE +/- repeatedly to change the displayed frequency.
• Auto tuning - Press and hold TUNE +/- until the frequency display starts to move, then release. The tuner will stop on the next station it finds. Repeat to keep searching.
• High-speed tuning - Press and hold TUNE +/- until the frequency display starts to move rapidly. Keep the button held down until you reach the frequency you want. If necessary, fine tune the frequency using the manual tuning method.

Improving poor FM reception

If you're listening to an FM station in stereo but the reception is weak, you can improve the sound quality by switching to mono.

1 Press after tuning to an FM radio station.

2 Select 'Tuner Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Choose 'FM Auto/Mono' then press ENTER.

4 Select FM Mono then press ENTER.

The mono indicator (Oghts when the tuner is in mono reception mode.

Select FM Auto above to switch back to auto-stereo mode (the stereo indicator ( lights when receiving a stereo broadcast).

Improving poor AM sound

The simplest way to improve the sound quality of AM radio is to make sure that the TV in the room is switched off. Also try changing the position and direction of the AM loop antenna.

Changing the noise cut mode

If you find that the AM sound quality is bad even after trying the above, you may be able to improve it using a different noise cut mode. Just choose the one that sounds best.

1 Press after tuning to an AM radio station.

2 Select 'Tuner Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Choose 'Noise Cut' then press ENTER.

4 Select a Noise cut mode (1, 2 or 3) then press ENTER.

Memorizing stations

You can save up to 30 station presets so that you always have easy access to your favorite stations without having to tune in manually each time.

1 Tune to an FM or AM radio station.

Select mono or auto-stereo reception (FM) or the Noise Cut mode (AM) as necessary. These settings are saved along with the preset.

2 SETUP Press SETUP.

4 Choose 'ST.Memory' then press ENTER.

press ENTER.

Listening to station presets

1 Make sure the tuner function is selected.
ST 2 Select a station preset.

• Alternatively, use the number buttons to select a preset directly.

Changing the frequency step

If you find that you can't tune into stations successfully, the frequency step may not be suitable for your country/ region.

1 SETUP Press SETUP.

2 Select 'System Setup', then press ENTER.

4 Select a setting then press ENTER to confirm.

AM 9K-9kHz step for AM: 50 kHz step for FM
AM 10K-10 kHz step for AM: 100 kHz step for FM

Chapter 7

Surround sound settings

Important

• Press to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen, as shown below).

Using the Sound Setup menu

From the Sound Setup menu you can access all the surround sound settings of the system.

During setup, the speakers are represented by the following letters:

L-Front left speaker
C Center speaker
R-Front right speaker
- SR-Surround right speaker
- SL-Surround left speaker
- SW - Subwoofer

Channel level setting

The Auto MCACC feature (see page 28) should give you the best surround sound setup. However you may find that by further adjustment of the channel levels you can improve the surround sound in your listening room.

This method of setting the channel levels allows you to listen to a source and adjust the levels of each playback channel.

A further method of setting the channel levels is to use the test tone method. See Adjusting the channel levels using the test tone on page 37 for more on this.

1 Press SETUP.

2 Select 'Sound Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'ChannelLevel', then press ENTER.

4 Use the / buttons to select a channel or the / buttons to adjust the level of that channel.

• You can adjust the level of each channel by ± 10 dB.2

5 Press once when you're finished.

If you use the Auto MCACC feature again, it will overwrite the settings you have made here.

Speaker distance setting

The Auto MCACC feature (see page 28) should give you the best surround sound setup. However you may find that by further adjustment of the speaker distance settings you can improve the surround sound in your listening room.

Set the distance of each speaker from your normal listening position.

1 Open the 'Sound Setup' menu.

2 Select 'Distance' then press ENTER.

3 Use the / buttons to select a speaker or the / buttons to adjust the distance. Each speaker can be adjusted from 0.5ft to 45.0ft.

4 Press ENTER when you're finished.

If you use the Auto MCACC feature again, it will overwrite the settings you have made here.

Note

When this function is set while MCACC Effect is on, the value for the same function adjusted with the Auto MCACC feature is overwritten. When MCACC Effect is off, the value set here is applied, regardless of the value adjusted with the Auto MCACC feature. (The Auto MCACC setting is not overwritten.)

2 The range of adjustment is limited when the volume level is set over 51.

Dynamic Range Control

When watching Dolby Digital or DTS material at low volume, low level sounds - including some of the dialog can be difficult to hear properly. Using one of the Dynamic Range Control (DRC) settings can help by bringing up the low level sounds, while controlling high level peaks.

Dynamic Range Control works only with Dolby Digital soundtracks and some DTS soundtracks.

1 Open the 'Sound Setup' menu.

2 Select 'D.R.C.', then press ENTER.

3 Select a setting.

Select one of the following:

D.R.C.Auto-Only available for Dolby TrueHD signals. Select D.R.C.High or D.R.C.Mid for signals other than Dolby TrueHD.
D.R.C. High - Dynamic range is reduced (loud sounds are reduced in volume while quieter sounds are increased)
D.R.C. Mid -Mid setting
D.R.C. Off - No dynamic range adjustment (use when listening at higher volume)

4 Press to exit.

Dual mono setting

Specifies how dual mono encoded Dolby Digital soundtracks should be played. You can also use this setting to switch the audio channel on DVD-RW discs recorded with bilingual audio.

1 Open the 'Sound Setup' menu.

2 Select 'Dual Mono', then press ENTER.

3 Select a setting.

Select one of the following:

• CH1 Mono - Only channel 1 is played
• CH2 Mono - Only channel 2 is played
• CH1/CH2 - Both channels are played through the front speakers

4 Press to exit.

Using the Virtual Surround Back mode

This mode allows you to hear a virtual surround back channel through your surround speakers. You can choose to listen to sources with no surround back channel information, or if the material sounds better in the format (for example, 5.1) for which it was originally encoded, you can have the receiver only apply this effect to 6.1 encoded sources like Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES.

1 Open the 'Sound Setup' menu.

2 Select 'Virtual SB', then press ENTER.

3 Select a setting.

Select one of the following:

Vir.SB On-Virtual Surround Back is always used (for example, on 5.1 encoded material)
Vir.SB Auto - Virtual Surround Back is automatically applied to 6.1 encoded sources (for example, Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES), DTS Neo:6 or Advanced Surround mode
- Vir.SB Off - Virtual Surround Back mode is switched off

4 Press to exit.

LFE Attenuate

Some Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low 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 0dB, which is the recommended value. When set to -5dB, -10dB, -15dB or -20dB, the LFE is limited by the respective degree. When Off is selected, no sound is output from the LFE channel.

1 Open the 'Sound Setup' menu.

2 Select 'LFE ATT', then press ENTER.

3 Adjust the setting then press ENTER to confirm.

Adjusting the channel levels using the test tone

If you prefer, you can set the channel levels using a test tone as a reference, rather than playing a source (see Channel level setting on page 35). A test tone is played through each speaker in turn, allowing you to adjust the level as it plays.

You can also adjust the channel levels for surround sound using test tone.

TEST out tone testing.

The test tone is output from each speaker in turn. Adjust the volume level below 50.

2 Adjust the channel level of a tune while it is playing.

The aim is to adjust the levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker. You can adjust the level of each channel by ± 10 dB.

• You can adjust the overall volume of test tone output using the VOL +/- buttons (this does not affect the channel level settings).
• Because of the ultra low frequencies the subwoofer produces, it may sound quieter than it really is. We suggest adjusting the subwoofer level while listening to a source. See the method described in Channel level setting on page 35.

3 Press to exit test tone setup once you have finished.

• If you use the Auto MCACC feature again, it will overwrite the settings you have made here.

Note

1 Depending on the input signal and the listening mode, the Virtual Surround Back mode may not be effective.

Chapter 8

Other connections

Important

• When making or changing connections on the side panel of this unit, be sure to switch power off and disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. After completing all connections, connect the power cord to the wall socket.

Connecting auxiliary components

You can connect both analog and digital external audio sources to this system. Digital audio sources include digital satellite receivers, CD recorders, etc.

We recommend using an HDMI cable to connect sources that have HDMI terminals. For more information see Connecting using HDMI on page 44.

To listen to audio from a TV, connect the TV's audio cable to one of the inputs on this unit.

Connecting for digital audio

This system has optical-type digital inputs. Use these to connect external components, such as your MD or CD recorder.

• Connect the OPTICAL IN 2 jack on the side panel to the optical output of an external playback component.

These include digital components such as an MD player, digital satellite, or a game system.

You can also use the OPTICAL IN 1 jack to connect external components when not using it for sound input from a TV.

Connecting an analog audio component

You can use the ANALOG AUDIO IN jacks to connect an analog audio component, such as a tape player.

You can use the F.AUDIO input jack on the display unit to easily playback audio from a digital audio player or PC. Use a stereo mini-plug cable to connect a source to the display unit.

• When you connect a cable to the F.AUDIO jack, this unit's input automatically switches to Front Audio In.

Connecting an iPod

You can use the iPod jack on the display unit to playback music from an iPod. All operations can be carried out via the iPod. Use the supplied iPod cable to connect an iPod to this unit.

• When you connect an iPod, this unit's input automatically switches to iPod.
• Certain iPod models have connectors that are not compatible with this unit.

iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Listening to an external audio source

To listen to audio from a connected external component on this unit, choose its input function on the remote control. Some Pioneer products can be controlled via this remote.

1 If the system isn't already on, press RECEIVER to switch on.

Also make sure that the external source (TV, satellite receiver, etc.) is switched on.

2 Select an audio input source.

Input sources are cycled through as shown below:

The LCD screen changes to that of the selected input source.

3 Press the button for the appropriate connected component.

When a connected component is not displayed on the screen, or when you have connected a component not manufactured by Pioneer, press RCV button to put the remote control on the receiver subwoofer operation screen.

4 If necessary, start playback of the external source.

Using XM Radio

Connecting your XM Radio receiver

After purchasing an XM Mini-Tuner (sold separately), you will also need to activate the XM Radio digital radio service to receive broadcasts.

1 Connect an XM Mini-Tuner to the XM IN jack on the side of this receiver subwoofer.

You will also need to activate the XM Radio service.

2 Press to switch to the XM RADIOinput.

For best reception, you may need to move the XM MiniTuner antenna near a window (the southernmost window should produce the best results).

• If after pressing XM RADIO the display shows Check XM Tuner, try disconnecting the receiver and tuner connections and then plugging them back in. If the display shows Check Antenna, try disconnecting the tuner and antenna connections and then plugging them back in.

Listening to XM Radio

After connecting, you will be able to use this receiver to select channels and navigate categories using the display.

Selecting channels and browsing by genre

From the XM Channel Guide, you can browse XM Radio channels in the order that they appear, or you can narrow your channel search by genre.

• Press to display the XM Channel Guide then and ENTER to select the channel of the XM radio broadcast you want to hear.

To browse by genre, first press CATEGORY, use / to select a genre then press ENTER.2
To cancel and exit any time, press RETURN.

• You can select channels directly by pressing D.Access then the three-digit channel number.
• You can press DISP to change XM Radio information in the display.
• The currently selected channel is automatically chosen (without pressing ENTER) after 5 seconds.

Saving channel presets

This receiver can memorize up to 30 channels, stored in three banks, or classes (A, B and C) of 10 stations each.

1 Select the channel you want to memorize.

See Selecting channels and browsing by genre above.

T.EDIT.

The display shows a blinking memory class.

3 Class to select one of the three classes then press / to select the channel preset you want.

You can also use the number buttons to select a preset.

The default for all presets is XM001.

ENTER

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the XM channel.

• You can also press MEM during reception display to save the information of up to 5 songs. See Using the XM Menu on page 41 to recall this information.

Note

Listening to channel presets

You will need to have some presets stored to do this.

1 Class to select the class in which the channel is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B and C.

2 Press to select the channel preset you want.

• You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the channel preset.

Using the XM Menu

The XM Menu provides additional XM Radio features.

TOP MENU on the LCD touch screen.

2 U ↑/↓ to select a menu item then press ENTER.

Choose between the following menu items:

• Channel Skip/Add - Use ↑/↓ and ENTER to select channels you would like to remove/restore from/to the channel guide.
• Antenna Aiming - Check the strength of satellite and terrestrial reception.
• Memory Recall - Use ↑/↓ to browse your saved song information (See Tip on page 40)

3 When you're finished press TOP MENU to return to the reception display.

About XM Satellite Radio

XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in sports, news, talk and entertainment. XM is broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip hop, XM has something for every music fan. XM's dedication to playing the richest selection of music is matched by its passion for live sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute news, stand-up comedy, children's programming, and much more. For U.S. customers, information about XM Satellite Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com. For Canadian customers, information about XM Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca.

XM Ready® legal

Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US residents) and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian residents). For a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels and advertising-supported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or xmradio.ca (Canadian residents).

Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com (US residents) and xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. ©2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

XM Ready® subscriptions

Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Dock, inserted the XM Mini-Tuner, connected the XM Dock to your XM Ready® home audio system, and installed the antenna, you are ready to subscribe and begin receiving XM programming. There are three places to find your eight character XM Radio ID: on the XM Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package, and on XM Channel 0. Record the Radio ID in the following eight squares for reference.

Note: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters "I", "O", "S" or "F". Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in the U.S. online at http://activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346). You will need a major credit card. XM will send a signal from the satellites to activate the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes 10 to 15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may need to keep your XM Ready home audio system on for up to an hour. When you can access the full channel lineup on your XM Ready home audio system you are done. For more information or to subscribe in Canada, visit XM on the Web at www.xmradio.ca or call XM's Listener Care at 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677).

Using SIRIUS Radio

With SIRIUS you get The Best Radio on Radio™ with all your favorite entertainment including 100% commercial-free music, plus superior sports coverage, uncensored talk and comedy, world-class entertainment, news, weather and more for your car, home or office. For more information visit sirius.com or siriuscanada.ca
Sirius is available in the US for subscribers with addresses in the continental US and is available in Canada for subscribers with a Canadian address. Required subscription plus compatible SIRIUS tuner and antenna are required and sold separately. SIRIUS Programming is subject to change. Visit "www.Sirius.com" Sirius.com for the most complete and up-to-date channel lineup and product information. "SIRIUS" and the SIRIUS dog logo and related marks are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

Connecting your SIRIUS Connect Tuner

To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you will need to activate your SIRIUS Connect tuner.

1 Connect a SIRIUS Connect tuner to the SIRIUS IN jack on the side of this receiver subwoofer.

You will also need to connect the antenna and AC adapter to the Sirius Connect tuner.

2 Press to switch to the SIRIUS input.

For best reception, you may need to move the SIRIUS Connect tuner antenna near a window (Refer to the manual for the Sirius Connect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations).

• If after pressing SIRIUS the display shows Antenna Error, try disconnecting the antenna and reconnecting. If the display shows Check Sirius Tuner, check the connection of the AC adapter and this receiver to the Sirius Connect tuner.

Listening to SIRIUS Radio

After connecting, you will be able to use this receiver to select channels and navigate categories using the display.

Selecting channels and browsing by genre

From the SIRIUS Channel Guide, you can browse SIRIUS Radio channels in the order that they appear, or you can narrow your channel search by genre.

• Press ↑/↓ to enter the SIRIUS Channel Guide, then navigate through the channels one at time with the ↑/↓ buttons, then press ENTER to listen to the SIRIUS radio broadcast.

To browse by genre, first press CATEGORY. use / to select a genre then press ENTER.
- To cancel and exit any time, press RETURN.

• You can select channels directly by pressing D.Access then the three-digit channel number.
• You can press DISP to change SIRIUS Radio information in the display.
• The currently selected channel is automatically chosen (without pressing ENTER) after 5 seconds.

Note

1 In order to activate your radio subscription, you will need the SIRIUS ID (SID) which uniquely identifies your tuner. The SID may be found on a sticker located on the packaging, or on the bottom of the tuner itself. The label will have a printed 12-digit SID number. When you have located the SID, write it down in the space provided near the end of this manual. Contact SIRIUS on the internet at: https://activate.siriusradio.com Follow the prompts to activeto your subscription, or you can also call SIRIUS toll-fcc at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474). Select SR000 (SIRIUS ID) from the display to check the Radio ID of the SIRIUS Connect tuner ( see Selecting channels and browsing by genre below), 2 You can check the strength of reception in Using the SIRIUS Menu on page 43.

Saving channel presets

This receiver can memorize up to 30 channels, stored in three banks, or classes (A, B and C) of 10 stations each.

1 Select the channel you want to memorize.

See Selecting channels and browsing by genre on page 42.

2

T.EDIT.

The display shows a blinking memory class.

3 Class to select one of the three classes then press / to select the channel preset you want.

You can also use the number buttons to select a preset.

4

ENTER

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the SIRIUS channel.2

Tip

• You can also press MEM during reception display to save the information of up to 5 songs. See Using the SiriUS Menu below to recall this information.

Listening to channel presets

You will need to have some presets stored to do this.

1 Class to select the class in which the channel is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B and C.

2 Press to select the channel preset you want.

• You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the channel preset.

Using the SIRIUS Menu

The SIRIUS Menu provides additional SIRIUS Radio features.2

1

TOP MENU on the LCD touch screen.

U ↑/↓ to select a menu item then press

ENTER.

Choose between the following menu items:

• Channel Skip/Add - Use ↑/↓ and ENTER to select channels you would like to remove/restore from/to the channel guide.

• Parental Lock - Use ↑/↓ and ENTER to select channels you would like to place under parental lock. Channels put under parental lock are not displayed in the Channel Guide, but may be accessed by directly inputting their channel number and providing the parental lock password.

• Antenna Aiming - Check the strength of satellite and terrestrial reception.
• Memory Recall - Use ↑/↓ to browse your saved song information (see Tip above).
• Password Set - Set the parental lock password.

3 When you're finished press TOP MENU to return to the reception display.

Connecting external antennas

For an external AM antenna, use 15 ft. to 18 ft. (5 to 6 meters) of vinyl-insulated wire and set up either indoors or outdoors. Leave the loop antenna connected.

For an external FM antenna, use a PAL connector to hook up an external FM antenna.

About control out connections

Many Pioneer components support CONTROL connections, by which you can use the remote controls of any connected components by aiming them at the sensor of just one component.

When you use a remote control, the control signal is passed along the chain to the appropriate component. If you choose to use this feature, you must make sure that you also have at least one set of HDMI or analog audio jacks connected to another component for grounding purposes.

• Using the supplied control cable on either side, connect the CONTROL IN jack on another Pioneer component to the CONTROL OUT jack on the receiver subwoofer.

This will allow you to control the other component by pointing its remote at the display unit supplied with this receiver subwoofer.

Connecting using HDMI

If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component, you can connect it to this receiver using a commercially available HDMI cable.

The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio that the connected component is compatible with, including DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc, Video CD/ Super VCD, CD and MP3, etc.

Note

An HDMI connection can only be made with DVI equipped components compatible with both DVI and High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HD-CP). If you choose to connect to a DVI connector, you will need a separate adaptor (DVI HDMI) to do so. A DVI connection, however, does not support audio signals. Consult your local audio dealer for more information.
This unit has been designed to be compliant with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Version 1.3a. Depending on the component you have connected, using a DVI connection may result in unreliable signal transfers. Also, when using a component with HDMI version 1.0, it is not possible to output copy-controlled DVD-Audio CPPM sources from the HDMI connection.
This unit supports SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. To take advantage of these formats, however, make sure that the component connected to this unit also supports the corresponding format.

1 Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI IN 1 to 3 interconnect on this receiver subwoofer to an HDMI output on your HDMI component.

Once this receiver subwoofer is properly connected to your HDMI component, the HDMI indicator (red) lights up on the display unit when you watch HDMI contents.

2 Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT interconnect on this receiver subwoofer to an HDMI interconnect on a HDMI-compatible display.

• The arrow on the cable connector body should be facing right for correct alignment with the connector on the player.

3 Use the HDMI 1 to 3 button to select the HDMI input you've connected to (for example, HDMI 2).

You can also use the display unit INPUT SELECTOR to carry out this operation.

• Set the HDMI Mode in HDMI mode setting on page 45 to Through Mode if you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV or plasma display (no sound will be heard from this receiver subwoofer).
• If the video signal does not appear on your TV or plasma display, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display.

HDMI mode setting

Specifies the routing of the HDMI audio signal out of this receiver subwoofer (amp) or through to a TV or plasma display. You cannot use a number of sound functions of this unit when HDMI Mode is set to Through Mode.

Important

• Press to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen).

1 PressSetup.

2 Select 'HDMI Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'HDMI Mode', then press ENTER.

4 Adjust the setting then press ENTER to confirm.

• AMP Mode - Output an HDMI audio signal from this unit.
• Through Mode - Output an HDMI audio signal from a TV or plasma display. The HDMI THROUGH indicator lights.

About HDMI

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD players, DTV, set-top boxes, and other AV devices. HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) as well as Digital Visual Interface (DVI) in one specification. HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays.

HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel surround-sound audio. HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 2.2 gigabytes per second (with HDTV signals), one connector (instead of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Chapter 9

HDMI Control

By connecting this unit to an HDMI Control-compatible Pioneer plasma display or the HDD/DVD recorder with an HDMI cable, you can control this unit from the remote control of a connected plasma display, as well as have the connected plasma display automatically change inputs in response to operations carried out on this unit. Refer to the operating instructions for your plasma display for more information about which operations can be carried out by connecting via HDMI cable.

• You cannot use this function with components that do not support HDMI Control.
• We cannot guarantee this unit will work with HDMI Control-compatible components other than those made by Pioneer.

Important

• Preys to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen, as shown below).

Making the HDMI Control connections

You can use synchronized operation for a connected plasma display and up to three other components (including a maximum of two recorders or players).

Be sure to connect the plasma display's audio cable to the audio input of this unit.

If you use a commercially available HDMI cable, check whether the cable supports the HDMI 1.3 standard. Otherwise, the HDMI Control function may not operate properly.

• Connect the plasma display directly to this unit. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors.

• Only connect components you intend to use as a source to the HDMI input of this unit. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors.

Important

• When connecting this system or changing connections, be sure to switch the power off and disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. After completing all connections, connect the power cords to the wall socket.
• After connecting this unit to an AC outlet, a 15-second initialization process begins. You cannot carry out any operations during initialization. The HDMI indicator on the display unit blinks during initialization, and you can turn this unit on once it has stopped blinking.
  To get the most out of this function, we recommend that you connect your HDMI component not to a plasma display but rather directly to the HDMI terminal on this unit.

Setting the HDMI options

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

Setting the HDMI Control mode

Choose whether to set this unit's HDMI Control function On or Off. You will need to set it to Control On to use the HDMI Control function.

• When using a TV not manufactured by Pioneer, put this setting to Control Off.

1 PressSETUP.

2 Select 'HDMI Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'HDMI Ctrl', then press ENTER.

4 Adjust the setting then press ENTER to confirm.

Control On - Enables the HDMI Control function. When this unit's power is turned off and you have a supported source begin playback while using the HDMI Control function, the audio and video output from the HDMI connection are output from the plasma display.
Control Off - The HDMI Control is disabled. Synchronized operations cannot be used. When this unit's power is turned off, audio and video of sources connected via HDMI are not output.

Setting the Auto Delay

This feature automatically corrects the audio-to-video 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 audio delay time is automatically adjusted according to the video delay time.

1 PressSetup.

2 Select 'HDMI Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'Auto Delay', then press ENTER.

4 Select 'ADELAY On' or 'ADELAY Off' then press ENTER to confirm.

Tip

• This feature is only available when the connected display supports the automatic audio/video synchronizing capability ('lip-sync') for HDMI or HDMI Control. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set A.Delay to Off and adjust the sound delay settings manually (page 32).

Audio input settings from Plasma displays (TV Input)

To listen to audio from a plasma display on this device, you will need to connect an audio cable other than an HDMI cable. From this menu, set the audio input to that which you would like to connect. Press TV on the remote control to switch this unit to the input source selected here. This setting is changed to the selected input and the audio from the plasma display is output from this device.

Select from inputs Digital 1, Digital 2 and Analog.

1 PressSetUP.

2 Select 'System Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select TV Input, then press ENTER.

4 Adjust the setting then press ENTER to confirm.

Important

• You must set this setting to activate the HDMI Control function.

Before using synchronization

Once you have finished all connections and settings, you must:

1 Put all components into standby mode.
2 Turn the power ON for all components, with the power for the plasma display being turned on last.
3 Choose the HDMI input to which the TV is connected to this unit, and see if video output from connected components displays properly on the screen on not.

Synchronized amp mode

Synchronized amp mode begins once you carry out an operation for the plasma display. For more information, see the operating instructions of your plasma display.

Synchronized amp mode operations

By connecting a component to this unit with an HDMI cable you can use synchronized amp mode, which allows you to synchronize the following operations:

• Displays on the plasma display when you mute or adjust the volume of this unit.
• The input of this unit is automatically changed when playback occurs on a connected component.
• Even if you change this unit's input to a device that is not connected by HDMI, the synchronized amp mode remains in effect.
• By pressing GENRE when listening to a source from an HDD/DVD recorder, the most appropriate listening mode is automatically selected (page 31).

Canceling synchronized amp mode

If you cancel synchronized amp mode while connected via HDMI to a plasma display or while you are watching a TV programme, the power for this unit is turned off.

Chapter 10

Additional information

Important

• Press to set the remote control to receiver control mode in order to operate the receiver subwoofer (make sure that the LCD displays the RECEIVER screen, as shown below).

Dimming the display

You can choose to dim the display of the display unit if you find it too bright.

1 PresSEsTUP.

2 Select 'System Setup' then press ENTER.

3 Select 'Dimmer' then press ENTER.

4 Select 'Dimmer Light' or 'Dimmer Dark' then press ENTER to confirm.

Setting the sleep timer

The sleep timer switches off the receiver subwoofer after a specified time so you can fall asleep without worrying about it.

SLEEP to select an option.

Choose between the following options:

• Sleep On - Switches off after about an hour
• Sleep Off - Cancels the sleep timer

After selecting Sleep On, you can press SLEEP again to check how much time is left. Each line indicates approximately 12 minutes (remaining):

Setting up the remote to control your TV

You can use the supplied remote to control your TV. To be able to use this feature you first have to program the remote with a maker code from the table on the following page.

1 Set the input to TV.

2 Press and hold the TV button and press SETUP.

The TV preset screen is shown on the remote control, and the current maker code is displayed on the LCD screen.

3 Use the number buttons to input the maker code for your TV, and press ENTER.

See the table on the next page for the list of maker codes. If there is more than one code given for your make, input the first one in the list.

If the maker's name of your TV doesn't appear in the table, you will not be able to use this remote to control your TV.

4 Point the remote towards your TV and press SOURCE to check that the remote works with your TV.

If the remote is set up correctly, the TV should switch off. If it doesn't and there is another code given for your maker, repeat step 1 with a new code.

Note

The display of the display unit dims when the sleep timer is set, regardless of this setting.

TV Preset code list

Please note that there are cases where only certain functions may be controllable after assigning the proper preset code, or the codes for the manufacturer in the list will not work for the model that you are using.

Manufacturer Code(s)

Admiral 003, 004, 005

AOC 012

Bell&Howell 013,014

Brocsonic 020,021

Craig 024,025,026,027

Croslex 028

Curtis Mathis 029, 030, 031

Daewoo 032,033,034

Daytron 038

Emerson 041, 042, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047

Fisher 052

Funai 058,059

GE061,062,063,064,065

Goldstar 066,067,068,069

Hitachi 077,078,079,080

JC Penny 088,089,090,091

JVC092,096

KTV 099,100,101

LXI 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111

Magnavox 112, 113, 114, 115

Mitsubishi 120, 121, 122

NEC 128, 129

Panasonic 143, 144, 145

Philco 151, 152, 153

Philips 154

Portland 158, 159

Proscan 160

Quasar 161, 162

Radio Shack 164, 165, 166, 167

RCA 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175

Samsung 181, 182, 183, 184, 187

Sanyo 189, 191, 192, 193, 194

Scott 203, 204

Sharp 205, 206, 207, 209

Signature 213, 214

Sony 215

Sylvania 217, 218, 219

Symphonic 220

Toshiba 229

Videch 236, 237, 238

Wards 240, 241, 242, 243

Yamaha 245, 246, 247, 248, 249

Zenith 250, 251

PIONEER 001, 002

Resetting the system

Use this procedure to reset all system settings to the factory default.

1 Switch the system on.

2 Press and hold INPUT SELECTOR then press the STANDBY/ON button on the display unit.

The next time you switch on, all the system settings should be reset.

Installation and maintenance

Hints on installation

We want you to enjoy using this system for years to come, so please bear in mind the following points when choosing a location:

Do...

Use in a well-ventilated room.
Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as a table, shelf or stereo rack.

Don't...

X Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or humidity, including near radiators and other heat-generating appliances.
Place on a window sill or other place where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight.
X Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment.
Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other component in your stereo system that becomes hot in use.
Use near a television or monitor as you may experience interference — especially if the television uses an indoor antenna.
X Use in a kitchen or other room where the system may be exposed to smoke or steam.
X Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloth - this may prevent proper cooling of the system unit.
Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large enough to support all four of the system unit's feet.

Surround sound formats

Below is a brief description of the main surround sound formats you'll find on DVDs, satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasts, and video cassettes.

Dolby

The Dolby technologies are explained below. See www.dolby.com for more detailed information.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is a multichannel digital audio coding system widely used in cinemas, and in the home for DVD and digital broadcast soundtracks. It can deliver up to six discrete audio channels, comprising five full range channels and a special LFE (low frequency effects) channel used mainly for deep, rumbling sound effects; hence the term "5.1-channel" Dolby Digital.

In addition to the format features above, Dolby Digital decoders offer downmixing for compatibility with mono, stereo and Dolby Pro Logic audio from a number of bit rates and channels. Another feature, called Dialog Normalization, attenuates programs based on the average level of dialog in a program relative to its peak level (also known as Dialnorm) in order to achieve uniform playback level.

Dolby Pro Logic II and Dolby Surround

Dolby Pro Logic IIx is an improved version of the Dolby Pro Logic II (and Dolby Pro Logic) decoding system. Using the innovative "steering logic" circuit, this system extracts surround sound from sources as follows:

• Dolby Pro Logic - 4.1 channel sound (mono surround) from any stereo source
• Dolby Pro Logic II - 5.1 channel sound (stereo surround) from any stereo source

With two channel sources, the "1" subwoofer channel is generated by bass management in the receiver.

Dolby Surround is an encoding system which embeds surround sound information within a stereo soundtrack, which a Dolby Pro Logic decoder can then use for enhanced surround listening with greater sound detail.

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby Digital Plus is the next-generation audio technology for all high-definition programming and media. It combines the efficiency to meet future broadcast demands with the power and flexibility to realize the full audio potential expected in the upcoming high-definition era. Built on Dolby

Digital, the multi-channel audio standard for DVD and HD broadcasts worldwide, Dolby Digital Plus was designed for the next-generation A/V receivers but remains fully compatible with all current A/V receivers.

Dolby Digital Plus delivers multi-channel audio programs of up to 7.1 channels () and supports multiple programs in a single encoded bitstream with the maximum bit rate potential of up to 6 Mbps and the maximum bit rate performance of up to 3 Mbps on HD DVD and 1.7 Mbps on Blu-ray Disc, and it outputs Dolby Digital bitstreams for playback on existing Dolby Digital systems. Dolby Digital Plus can accurately reproduce the sound originally intended by directors and producers.

It also features multi-channel sound with discrete channel output, interactive mixing and streaming capability in advanced systems. Supported by High-Definition Media Interface (HDMI), a single-cable digital connection is possible for high-definition audio and video.

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby TrueHD is the next-generation lossless encoding technology developed for high-definition optical discs in the upcoming era. Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master, unlocking the true high-definition entertainment experience on high-definition optical discs in the next generation. When coupled with high-definition video, Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience with stunning sound and high-definition picture.

It supports bit rates of up to 18 Mbps and records up to 8 full-range channels (^*) individually with 24-bit/96 kHz audio. It also features extensive metadata including dialogue normalization and dynamic range control. Supported by High-Definition Media Interface (HDMI), a single-cable digital connection is possible for high-definition audio and video.

• HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc standards currently limit their maximum number of audio channels to eight, whereas Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD support more than eight audio channels.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DTS

The DTS technologies are explained below. See www.dtstech.com for more detailed information.

DTS Digital Surround

DTS Digital Surround is a 5.1-channel audio coding system from DTS Inc. now widely used for DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, 5.1 music discs, digital broadcasts, and video games. It can deliver up to six discrete audio channels, comprising five full range channels, including an LFE channel. Higher sound quality is achieved through the use of a low compression rate, and high rates of transmittance during playback.

DTS-ES

DTS-ES (the ES stands for Extended Surround) is a decoder that is capable of decoding both DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 encoded sources. DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 gives 'true' 6.1 channel sound, with a completely separate (discrete) surround back channel. DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 has a surround back channel matrixed into the surround left/right channels. Both sources are also compatible with a conventional DTS 5.1 channel decoder.

DTS Neo:6

DTS Neo:6 can generate 6.1 channel surround sound from any matrixed stereo source (such as video or TV) and from 5.1 channel sources. It uses both the channel information already encoded into the source, as well as its own processing to determine channel localization (with two channel sources, the ".1" subwoofer channel is generated by bass management in the receiver). Two modes (Cinema and Music) are available using DTS Neo:6 with two channel sources.

DTS 96/24

DTS 96/24 is an extension of the original DTS Digital Surround which offers high quality 96 kHz/24-bit audio using a DTS 96/24 decoder. This format is also fully backward compatible with all existing decoders. This means that DVD players can play this software using a conventional DTS 5.1 channel decoder.

DTS-EXPRESS

DTS-EXPRESS is a low-bitrate encoding technology supporting up to 5.1 channels with fixed data transfer rates. This format is incorporated with sub audio on HD DVD and secondary audio on Blu-ray Disc while boasting the potential applicability to upcoming broadcasts and memory audio contents.

DTS-HD Master Audio

DTS-HD Master Audio is a technology that delivers master audio sources recorded in a professional studio to listeners without any loss of data, preserving audio quality. DTS-HD Master Audio adopts variable data transfer rates, facilitating data transfer to the maximum rate of 24.5 Mbps in the Blu-ray disc format, 18.0 Mbps in the HD-DVD format, which by far exceeds that of a standard DVD. These high data transfer rates enable lossless transmission of 96 kHz/24-bit 7.1-channel audio sources without deteriorating the quality of the original sound. DTS-HD Master Audio is an irreplaceable technology that can reproduce sound faithfully as intended by the creator of music or movies.

"DTS" is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. and "DTS-HD Master Audio" is a trademark of DTS, Inc.

Troubleshooting

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

• If the system does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions.
• For audio-related problems, please also check the settings of the audio playback device. See the operating instructions for the device for detailed information.

General

Problem Remedy

The power does not turn on, or switches off suddenly (an error message may be displayed at startup). Or, the display disappears suddenly and no sound is output (with the POWER ON indicator (Blue) and the HDMI indicator (Red) lit up).

• Leave the unit plugged in, wait for one minute, then switch back on.
• Make sure there are no loose strands of wire touching the unit. This could cause the system to shut off automatically.
• Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
• Make sure there is enough space for ventilation around the receiver subwoofer.
• Make sure the voltage of the mains power source is correct for the model.
  Try reducing the volume level.
• If the problem persists, take it to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.
• Do not block the air intake opening on the bottom as well as the air exhaust opening on the back of this unit.

Problem Remedy
No sound is output when an input function is selected.	·If you're using the line input, make sure the component is connected correctly and the volume level of your external component (i.e. a portable player, etc.) is adjusted (see Connecting auxiliary components on page 38). ·Turn up the volume. ·No audio is output from the speakers connected to this unit if HDMI Mode is set to Through Mode (page 45). ·No audio is output if a DVI component is connected via HDMI. ·Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muted off.
No sound from surround speaker.	·Refer to Channel level setting on page 35 to check the speaker levels. ·Check that you haven't selected the Stereo mode (see Listening in surround sound on page 29). ·Connect the speakers properly (refer to Connecting up on page 10). ·Verify the audio output and HDMI settings of your external component when connecting an external component via an optical digital cable or HDMI cable.
Can't operate using the remote control.	·Replace the batteries (Putting the batteries in the remote control on page 25). ·Operate within 23 ft., 30° of the remote sensor (Using the remote control on page 26). ·Remove any obstacles or operate from another position. ·Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light. ·For operating the other Pioneer component connected to the CONTROL OUT jack of this receiver subwoofer, make sure that the control cable and either an HDMI or analog audio cable are connected (page 44).

Tuner

Problem Remedy
Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.	·Connect the AM antenna (refer to Connecting up on page 10) and adjust the direction and position for best reception. You may also connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (refer to Connecting external antennas on page 44). ·Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a wall. You may also connect an outdoor FM antenna (see Connecting external antennas on page 44). ·Turn off other equipment that may be causing the noise or move it further away. ·The tuning interval is incorrect for your country or region. See Changing the frequency step on page 34 to switch the tuning interval.
Auto tuning does not pick up some stations.	·The radio signal is weak. Auto tuning will only detect radio stations with a good signal. For more sensitive tuning, connect an outdoor antenna.

HDMI

Symptom Remedy
No picture or sound.	·This receiver is HDCP-compatible. Check that the components you are connecting are also HDCP-compatible. ·Depending on the connected source component, it's possible that it will not work with this receiver (even if it is HDCP-compatible). ·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.
No sound, or sound suddenly ceases.	·Check that the HDMI Mode setting is set to AMP Mode/Through Mode. ·If the component is a DVI device, use a separate connection for the audio. ·Check the audio output settings of the source component.

Displayed Messages

General

Message Description
192kHz PCM	These messages are displayed when you operate a function incompatible with the audio source being played back.
SACD
DTS-HD
DTS Express
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby D+
No MIC Displays when you press MCACC when the MCACC setup mic is not connected.
Muting Displays when you press TEST TONE or MCACC while this unit is muted.
2ch Only	An operation is prohibited because it is only applicable to 2 channel sources, while the current source is a multichannel source.
Exit	Appears when a menu is automatically exited after a set period of inactivity.
HDMI Through	Displays when you change the Listening Mode, the volume level, or some sound settings when the HDMI Mode is set to Through Mode.
Unknown	The genre information for contents being played back on the HDD/DVD recorder cannot be obtained.
No Genre There is no genre set for contents being played back on the HDD/DVD recorder.
HDMI C.ERR 2C*	The connected component is not compatible with synchronized genre mode.
Can't use	You tried to use Genre Sync Mode for a source component that does not support this function. The source component is in a situation where Genre Sync Mode cannot be used. You tried to use Genre Sync Mode when the input source of this unit is a source other than HDMI. The operation is forbidden due to the surround settings. When the volume level is over 51, some functions are restricted.
HDMI C.ERR 1**	Check if the HDMI cable is properly connected. If the cable is properly connected, this unit may be damaged. In such an event, please contact a Pioneer-authorized service center or your nearest dealer.
HDCP ERROR	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, S-video 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.
Not Support	Try adjusting the resolution, DeepColor or other setting for your component.
Noisy!	Background noise is too high to complete MCACC setup successfully.
Error MIC!	An error occurred during MCACC setup because the microphone is not connected or is not connected properly.
Error Speaker!	An error occurred during MCACC setup because the speakers are not connected or are not connected properly.
Over Temp	Try lowering the volume. If this problem is not fixed by removing and inserting the power cable, this unit may be damaged. In such an event, please contact a Pioneer-authorized service center or your nearest dealer.
OC Error1	Check whether the speaker cables are short-circuited. If the error message continues to be displayed, contact your Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.
OC Error2
*** BackUpERR	Contact your Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.

XM radio

Message Description
Check Antenna	The XM antenna is not connected. Check that the XM antenna cable is attached securely.
Check XM Tuner	The XM Mini-Tuner is not properly connected. Check whether the XM Mini-Tuner is firmly connected to the receiver.
XM Power Error	A short-circuit occurring in the antenna or surrounding antenna cable. Make sure that there is nothing unusual with the antenna or antenna cable. Switch the power off then back on again.
Updating	The radio is being updated with the latest encryption code. Wait until the encryption code has been updated. Channels 00 and 01 should function normally.
No Signal The XM signal is too weak at the current location.
Loading	The receiver is acquiring audio or program information. Wait until the information has been received.
Off Air	The channel currently selected has stopped broadcasting. Select another channel.
XM- - -	You have selected a channel that does not exist, or that you have not subscribed to. The receiver will automatically switch to channel 001 (or the last selected channel).
- - - - -	There is no artist name/feature, song/program title, or channel category associated with the channel at this time.

SIRIUS radio

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

Specifications

SX-LX70SW Audio Multi-channel Receiver Subwoofer

- Amplifier section

RMS Power Output (8 channel output):
Front (L/R) 100 W (50 W + 50 W)
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)
Dual Center (CL/CR) 100 W (50 W + 50 W)
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)
Surround (L/R) 100 W (50 W + 50 W)
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)
Double Subwoofer (2 channel) 100 W (50 W + 50 W)
(100 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)
FTC Power Output (8 channel output):
Front, Dual Center, Surround (6 channel)
45 W per channel
(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)
Double Subwoofer (2 channel) 90 W (45 W + 45 W)
(20 Hz to 200 Hz, 1 % T.H.D., 8 Ω)

FM tuner section

Frequency range. .87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Antenna. 75Ω, unbalanced

AM tuner section

Frequency range With 9 kHz step. .531 kHz to 1602 kHz With 10 kHz step. .530 kHz to 1700 kHz Antenna. Loop antenna

- Subwoofer section

Enclosure Bass-reflex floor type (magnetically shielded)
System. 18 cm 1-way system
Speaker. 18 cm cone type x2
Nominal impedance .8Ω
Frequency range 30 Hz to 500 Hz
Maximum Input Power .50 W x2

- Input/Output section

HDMI terminal
input 19 pin x3
output 19 pin (5 V, 100 mA)
Other connector
System connector .26 pin
Audio input Optical x2 (Digital)
RCA (2 pin) (Analog)
XM connector .4 pin (5 V, 370 mA)
SIRIUS connector .8 pin
Control output Mini jack x2
Display unit
System connector .26 pin
Front Audio input Mini jack
MCACC input Mini jack
iPod input 20 pin (12 V, 420 mA)

Miscellaneous

Power requirements. AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption. 74 W/143 VA
Power consumption in standby
0.27 W (HDMI Control ON)
0.16 W (HDMI Control OFF)

Dimensions 9-11/16 in. (W) x 16-1/8 in. (H) x 23-5/8 in. (D) 245 mm (W) x 409 mm (H) x 600 mm (D)

Weight 39 lb 4 oz/17.8 kg

SSP-LX70ST Satellite Speaker

(Front/center speakers x2, Surround speakers x2)

- Front/center speakers

Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded)

System 5.2 cm 1-way system Speakers .5.2 cm cone type x3

Nominal impedance Front channel 8Ω Center channel 8Ω

Frequency range 200 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum input power
Front channel 50 W
Center channel 50 W

Dimensions 4-7/8 in. (W) x 3-9/16 in. (H) x 4-1/8 in. (D) 122.5 mm (W) x 89.5 mm (H) x 104 mm (D)

Weight 1 lb 2 oz/0.5 kg

- Surround speakers

Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded)

System 5.2 cm 1-way system

Speakers .5.2 cm cone type x2 Nominal impedance.. 8 O

Frequency range 200 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum input power 50 W

Dimensions 4-7/8 in. (W) x 3-9/16 in. (H) x 4-1/8 in. (D) 122.5 mm (W) x 89.5 mm (H) x 104 mm (D)

Weight 1 lb/0.44 kg

Accessories

- Accessory box (AS-LX70):

Remote control 1

AA/LR6 alkaline batteries 4
Power cord 1

Display unit 1

AM loop antenna 1

FM wire antenna 1

Microphone (for Auto MCACC setup) 1

Control cable 1

Display cable 1

Optical digital cable. 1

iPod cable. 1

Warranty card 1

These operating instructions

- Receiver subwoofer (SX-LX70SW) box:

Cleaning cloth 1

- Satellite Speakers (SSP-LX70ST) box:

Speaker cables. 6

Speaker bases 4

Non-skid pads 16

Screws 4

Note

• Specifications and design subject to possible modification without notice, due to improvements.

IMPORTANT

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Souscriptions XM Ready 41

4 Prise MCACC SETUP MIC

Dynamic Range Compression

- Original Channel Balance & Channel Mix

Frequency Characteristic Correction

- Stereo Playback in Surround

Souscriptions XM Ready®

GE061,062,063,064,065

Goldstar 066,067,068,069

Hitachi 077,078,079,080

JC Penny 088,089,090,091

JVC 092,096

KTV 099,100,101

LXI 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111

Magnavox 112, 113, 114, 115

Mitsubishi 120, 121, 122

NEC 128, 129

Panasonic 143, 144, 145

Philco 151, 152, 153

Philips 154

Portland 158, 159

Proscan 160

Quasar 161, 162

Radio Shack 164, 165, 166, 167

RCA 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175

Samsung 181, 182, 183, 184, 187

Sanyo 189, 191, 192, 193, 194

Scott 203, 204

Sharp 205, 206, 207, 209

Signature 213, 214

Sony 215

Sylvania 217, 218, 219

Symphonic 220

Toshiba 229, 230

Videch 236, 237, 238

Wards 240, 241, 242, 243

Yamaha 245,246,247,248,249

Zenith 250, 251

PIONEER 001, 002

DTS Digital Surround

Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown below.

1-800-421-1404

Please do not ship your product to Pioneer without first calling the Customer Support at the above listed number for assistance.

Pioneer Electronics Service, Inc. PO.BOX 1760, Long Beach, CA 90801-1760,U.S.A.

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.

Should this product require service in Canada, please contact a Pioneer Canadian Authorized Dealer to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Service Company in Canada. Alternatively, please contact the Customer Satisfaction Department at the following address:

Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.
Customer Satisfaction Department
300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R 0P2
1-877-283-5901
905-479-4411

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.

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