Pioneer VSX-27TX Before You Start, Checking the Supplied Accessories, How to Use This Manual

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Before You Start

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Please check that you have received all of the following supplied accessories.

FM wire antenna

AM loop antenna

“AA” IEC LR6 batteries x 2

Remote control unit

How to Use This Manual

This manual is for the VSX-27TX/26TX/24TX Audio/Video Multi-Channel Receiver.

This manual is divided into three main sections which will tell you how to setup and use the unit :

PREPARATION

First carry out the tasks below in this “Before You Start“ section to prepare the remote control, then connect the receiver to your other components as described in “Connecting Your Equipment“ (p.8). Take special care to connect your digital equipment like DVDs and LDs properly to be able to take advantage of the receiver's surround sound systems (p.10-11). To learn about a specific button, control, or indicator, see “Displays & Controls“ starting on p.17.

SET UP

OPERATION

To play some music or soundtrack refer to “Basic Playback“ on p.35. “Using the Tuner“ (p.44) explains how to use the radio of this unit. Doing the operations in “Remote Control of Other Components“ (p.48) is highly recommended so you can use this unit's remote control for all your components. “Using Other Functions“ (p.60) explain the other possibilities of the receiver.

"Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving“ (p.72) provide detailed technical information and a troubleshooting guide.

The following marks and symbols are used throughout the manual:

memo Provides additional information, precautions, and advice.

Performing the tasks in "Surround Sound Set Up" (from p.24) is essential to get proper surround sound.

Indicates a blinking button, indicator, or display.

Indicates a steadily lit button, indicator, or display.

Preparing the Remote Control

Loading the batteries

Load the batteries into the remote control as shown below. Please use alkaline batteries.

12

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3

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When you notice a decrease in the operating range of the remote control, replace all batteries with new ones.

CAUTION!

Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions.

•Never use new and old batteries together.

•Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case.

•Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

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Contents VSX-27TXVSX-26TXVSX-24TX For Canadian model Important NoticeImportant Safety Instructions Information to UserFeatures Table of Contents Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesHow to Use This Manual Before You StartOpening the Front Panel Installing the ReceiverOperating range of remote control unit Inches 20 cmAudio Components Connecting Your EquipmentCassette deck placement Audio cordsVideo Components FrontAudio/Video cords Only the VSX-27TX has a RF in jack Digital ConnectionsDigital audio cords/Optical cables Optical cableExample Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player VSX-26TXRFD-1 External Decoder Input Components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacksAM loop antenna Using external antennasAntennas To improve FM receptionSpeaker terminals Powered sub wooferSpeakers Front SpeakersWhile holding down the Speakers button Speaker placementSpeaker impedance 26TX and 24TX only STANDBY/ONSwitched Total 100 W 0.8 a MAX Connecting additional amplifiersPower connections AC Outlets Unswitched 100 W 0.8 a MAXDisplays & Controls Display= Master Volume Front Panel VSX-27TX/26TX# Midnight button See p.41 Signal Select button See p.40@ Loudness button See p.42 Tape 2 Monitor button See p.60 $ Digital NR button See p.41Master Volume Front Panel VSX-24TXVideo Input jacks See p.9 $ Signal Select button See p.40# Digital NR button See p.41 + Speakers A/B buttons Input ATT buttonRemote Control # Master Volume button System SET UP buttonRemote Setup button Signal Select buttonPress System Setup button Surround Sound Set UpSetting Up for Surround Sound 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 a speaker setting mode with the 2´3 buttons Speaker SettingSelect Speaker Setting with the 5´ buttons Press EnterSurround default setting is Large Front default setting is LargeCenter default setting is Large SUB Woofer default setting is YESUse the 5´ buttons to select a speaker. Specify Channel DelaySpeaker using the commands below Distance from your listening position to eachChannel Level Channel DELAY, it will already be selectedSelect aTEST Tone mode Select Channel Level if continuing fromIf you are using a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter Auto modeManu mode To exit before outputting the Test ToneSpecify the crossover frequency for your small Select Exit to return to the System Setup MenuCrossover Network 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 Use the 2 or 3 to choose the input function that Digital-In SelectChoose a Digital in and assign it an input function Matches the component hooked up to that digitalPlaying Sources with Stereo Sound IndicatorBasic Playback ReceiverStandard mode Home THX Cinema modeSound Modes Hall Stereo modeDSP modes 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 Each press switches the signal in the order below Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal InputSignal Select = Auto = Analog = Digital = AC-3RFListening in Midnight Listening Mode Reducing noise during playback Digital NR function96kHz 24bit Performance Listening in Loudness ModeExternal decoder playback 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 Tune in the desired station Using the front panelMemorizing Frequently Used Stations Press Memory to activate the memory functionUse the number buttons to select the channel you want Using the remote controlRecalling Memorized Stations To skip through each channel in orderRecalling preset codes Remote Control of Other componentsSetting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Press Remote SetupComponent you want to control Press Remote Setup to exit the Preset Recall Setup modePress the Multi Control button for Press the 2/3 buttons to choose the functionPress Remote Setup and 2 at the same time to Select the Learning Setup modeVideo Mode Press Remote Setup to exit the Learning SetupPress the button to be programmed To program additional operations for the current componentSource Using Remote Control with Other ComponentsDVD or LD player operations TOP MenuEnter TV/VCR VCR & DVD video recorder operationsChannel -/+ = MenuCD player operations DiscAllows you to change the display mode of the MD MD operationsDisc DISP/CHARA Exit STB satellite tuner operationsGuide MenuSTB DTV operations Press to switch the TV on or off TV operationsCassette deck operations Number buttons 1~6Using Other Functions Recording from Audio ComponentsRecord monitor Tape 2 Monitor Prepare the source you want to record and put Receiver in that function. Set the SignalRecording from Digital Audio Components Select to digitalFirst, decide the component youd like to Set the Signal Select to analogRecording from Video Components Record and put the receiver in that functionTo cancel Multi Operation Setup mode Press Remote SetupMulti Operations Using the system off button Performing multi operationsTo select the Direct Function mode Setting up the direct functionPress Remote Setup and 4 at the same time Remote Back LightErasing all signals learned & preset codes Resetting the Remote ControlErasing the learned remote control commands Erasing the multi operationsSet up example Multi-RoomMULTI-ROOM connections Remote Setup Menu appears on your TV screen. You can MULTI-ROOM set up VSX-27TX/26TX onlyPress System Setup on the remote control AgainPress the Control button Using the front panel 27TX/26TX with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress the Multi Room & Source button Within ten seconds of , select the Function withReceiver Station -/+ Press Volume +/- to adjust the volumeClass Number 0~9Control Laser disc format Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Digital Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDolby Pro Logic Dolby DigitalDTS SurroundTHX Preset Code List FM broadcasts TroubleshootingSymptom Cause Remedy AM broadcastsSet Signal Select to AnalogSpecifications VSX-26TX0 4 2 1 1 4 0 Power cord Caution Maintenance of External SurfacesEIA
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