Pioneer VSX-27TX, VSX-26TX manual Range Control, Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID or, Max

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Surround Sound Set Up

D-Range Control

This feature makes it possible to enjoy full surround sound effects on Dolby Digital sources even at low volumes. It does this by compressing the dynamic range. Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and the softest sounds in any given signal. Compressing the range plays sounds so the quieter ones are audible and the louder ones don’t get distorted or become overpowering. This feature only applies to Dolby Digital sources but the MIDNIGHT LISTENING mode accomplishes the same end for a variety of sources (see p.38). If continuing from BASS PEAK LEVEL MANAGER go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ (p.24) first.

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S0URCERECEIVER

MULTI SYSTEM

OPERATION OFF

DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2

		MULTI CONTROL
	CD	MD/	TUNER	TVCONT
	CD	TAPE1	TUNER	TVCONT
		TAPE1
	CLASS	MPX	BAND	DIRECT ACCESS
	¦	7	3	8
	- TUNING +		- STATION +
	1 Á 4 ¢
	DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU		- CHANNEL +
	1	2		3
	4	5		6
	7	8		9
	GUIDE			EXIT
				EXIT
		0		ENTER
	+10			DISC

TV

1 Select D-RANGE CONTROL (if continuing from BASS PEAK LEVEL MANAGER, it will already be selected).

See “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ on page 24 if you are unsure how to do this.

Press ENTER.

Dynamic Range Control

Select Mode [OFF]

(For Dolby Digital)

[EXIT]

SET UP

TV VOL TV CONTROL			VOLUME
	TV FUNC
				memo • The default setting is OFF.
EFFECT	MENU		MUTE	• If listening at loud volumes we recommend turning the
/CH SEL	MENU		MUTE	Dynamic Range Control OFF.
				Dynamic Range Control OFF.
			FUNCTION	1-3
	ENTER		SIGNAL	1-3
			SELECT	2 Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID or
		/dts
SETUP	THX	ADVANCED	STANDARD
SYSTEM
REMOTE	MIDNIGHT	DSP	STEREO	MAX.
SETUP	MIDNIGHT	DSP	STEREO	MAX.
			DIGITAL NR
				3 Select EXIT and press ENTER to return to the
DIGITAL MULTI PROCESSING AMPLIFIER				SYSTEM SETUP MENU.

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

If you want to change a setting before proceeding

Choose a new DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL setting.

You may need to experiment with different Dolby Digital sources before you can use the DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL setting to suit your low volume listening needs.

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Contents VSX-27TXVSX-26TXVSX-24TX Important Notice For Canadian modelInformation to User Important Safety InstructionsFeatures Table of Contents How to Use This Manual Checking the Supplied AccessoriesPreparing the Remote Control Before You StartOperating range of remote control unit Installing the ReceiverOpening the Front Panel Inches 20 cmCassette deck placement Connecting Your EquipmentAudio Components Audio cordsVideo Components FrontAudio/Video cords Digital audio cords/Optical cables Digital ConnectionsOnly the VSX-27TX has a RF in jack Optical cableExample Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player VSX-26TXRFD-1 Components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacks External Decoder InputAntennas Using external antennasAM loop antenna To improve FM receptionSpeakers Powered sub wooferSpeaker terminals Front SpeakersSpeaker impedance 26TX and 24TX only Speaker placementWhile holding down the Speakers button STANDBY/ONPower connections AC Outlets Connecting additional amplifiersSwitched Total 100 W 0.8 a MAX Unswitched 100 W 0.8 a MAXDisplay Displays & ControlsFront Panel VSX-27TX/26TX = Master Volume@ Loudness button See p.42 Tape 2 Monitor button See p.60 Signal Select button See p.40# Midnight button See p.41 $ Digital NR button See p.41Front Panel VSX-24TX Master Volume# Digital NR button See p.41 + Speakers A/B buttons $ Signal Select button See p.40Video Input jacks See p.9 Input ATT buttonRemote Control Remote Setup button System SET UP button# Master Volume button Signal Select buttonSetting Up for Surround Sound Surround Sound Set UpPress System Setup button On Screen DisplayTo the mode you want. Then press Enter Go on to the next page to continue set upPress the 5or arrow buttons to move the hand Select Speaker Setting with the 5´ buttons Speaker SettingSelect a speaker setting mode with the 2´3 buttons Press EnterCenter default setting is Large Front default setting is LargeSurround default setting is Large SUB Woofer default setting is YESSpeaker using the commands below Channel DelayUse the 5´ buttons to select a speaker. Specify Distance from your listening position to eachSelect aTEST Tone mode Channel DELAY, it will already be selectedChannel Level Select Channel Level if continuing fromManu mode Auto modeIf you are using a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter To exit before outputting the Test ToneCrossover Network Select Exit to return to the System Setup MenuSpecify the crossover frequency for your small SpeakersSystem Setup Menu Bass Peak Level ManagerSelect Exit and press Enter to return to Range Control Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID orMAX Choose a Digital in and assign it an input function Digital-In SelectUse the 2 or 3 to choose the input function that Matches the component hooked up to that digitalBasic Playback IndicatorPlaying Sources with Stereo Sound ReceiverStandard mode Home THX Cinema modeSound Modes DSP modes Stereo modeHall JazzSelecting a Sound Mode Select the sound modeSurround operation Default setting is Stereo For more see Sound Modes p Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS SoundMemo Signal Select Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal InputEach press switches the signal in the order below = Auto = Analog = Digital = AC-3RFReducing noise during playback Digital NR function Listening in Midnight Listening ModeExternal decoder playback Listening in Loudness Mode96kHz 24bit Performance Press External DecoderAdjusting bass and treble tone control Adjusting the brightness of the display front panel onlyDirect playback Using the Tuner Automatic and Manual TuningMPX Mode Direct Access Tuning Memorizing Frequently Used Stations Using the front panelTune in the desired station Press Memory to activate the memory functionRecalling Memorized Stations Using the remote controlUse the number buttons to select the channel you want To skip through each channel in orderSetting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Remote Control of Other componentsRecalling preset codes Press Remote SetupPress the Multi Control button for Press Remote Setup to exit the Preset Recall Setup modeComponent you want to control Press the 2/3 buttons to choose the functionPress Remote Setup and 2 at the same time to Select the Learning Setup modeVideo Press the button to be programmed Press Remote Setup to exit the Learning SetupMode To program additional operations for the current componentDVD or LD player operations Using Remote Control with Other ComponentsSource TOP MenuChannel -/+ VCR & DVD video recorder operationsEnter TV/VCR = MenuDisc CD player operationsAllows you to change the display mode of the MD MD operationsDisc DISP/CHARA Guide STB satellite tuner operationsExit MenuSTB DTV operations TV operations Press to switch the TV on or offNumber buttons 1~6 Cassette deck operationsUsing Other Functions Recording from Audio ComponentsRecord monitor Tape 2 Monitor Recording from Digital Audio Components Receiver in that function. Set the SignalPrepare the source you want to record and put Select to digitalRecording from Video Components Set the Signal Select to analogFirst, decide the component youd like to Record and put the receiver in that functionTo cancel Multi Operation Setup mode Press Remote SetupMulti Operations Performing multi operations Using the system off buttonPress Remote Setup and 4 at the same time Setting up the direct functionTo select the Direct Function mode Remote Back LightErasing the learned remote control commands Resetting the Remote ControlErasing all signals learned & preset codes Erasing the multi operationsSet up example Multi-RoomMULTI-ROOM connections Press System Setup on the remote control MULTI-ROOM set up VSX-27TX/26TX onlyRemote Setup Menu appears on your TV screen. You can AgainPress the Multi Room & Source button Using the front panel 27TX/26TX with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress the Control button Within ten seconds of , select the Function withClass Press Volume +/- to adjust the volumeReceiver Station -/+ Number 0~9Control Dolby Digital Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingLaser disc format Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDTS Dolby DigitalDolby Pro Logic SurroundTHX Preset Code List Symptom Cause Remedy TroubleshootingFM broadcasts AM broadcastsAnalog Set Signal Select toVSX-26TX Specifications0 4 2 1 1 4 0 Power cord Caution Maintenance of External SurfacesEIA