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The Surround Setup menu

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The Surround Setup menu

Making amplifier settings from the Surround Setup menu

This amplifier allows you to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers.).

These settings are designed to fine-tune your system, but if you’re satisfied with the settings made in Introduction to home theater on page 35, it isn’t necessary to make all of these settings.

Important

•For many of the settings below, you’ll have to connect the setup microphone to the front panel and place it about ear level at your normal listening position. See Introduction to home theater on page 35 if you’re unsure how to do this. Also see Other problems when using the Auto Surround Setup on page 37 for notes regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference.

•If you’re using a subwoofer, switch it on and turn up the volume to the middle position.

•After three minutes of inactivity during the Auto setup options (including Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ measurement), the OSD will go to sleep until a button is pressed. With other screens, the amplifier automatically exits and no settings will be made.

Caution

•The test tones used in the Surround Setup are output at high volume (the volume increases to 0db automatically).

1 Switch on the amplifier and your TV.

If headphones are connected to the amplifier, disconnect them.

2Using the remote control, press AMPLIFIER on the touch screen, then press the SYSTEM SETUP button.

HOME 1/3

AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER

INPUT 1

2

3

DVD

TV

SAT

/ LD

/ DVD

 

DVR

CD

TUNER

/ VCR1

 

 

TV

MULTI

SYSTEM

CONT

OPERATION

OFF

 

SETUP

 

CHANNEL

ENTER

VOLUME

 

MENU

 

MUTE

SYSTEM

 

 

SETUP

 

 

 

AV AMPLIFIER

 

An on-screen display (OSD) appears on your TV. Use the hard keys and ENTER on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items.

• The

(cursor up/down) hard keys select menu

items and the

(cursor left/right) hard keys

change the setting of the item selected.

3 Select ‘Surround Setup’ then press ENTER.

System Setup

[Auto Surround Setup]

[1. Input Assign ]

[2. Surround Setup ]

[3. Expert Setup ]

[4. THX Audio Setup ]

[Exit]

4 Select the setting you want to adjust.

If you are doing this for the first time, you may want to adjust these settings in order:

2.Surround Setup

[ Check ]

[ 1.Speaker Systems ] [ 2.Channel Level ]

[ 3.Speaker Distance ] [ 4.Acoustic Cal EQ ] [ 5.X-Curve ]

[Return]

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Contents VSA-AX10Ai Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Operating EnvironmentPage Contents Additional information Using other functionsAdvanced setup Other connectionsOur philosophy FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Checking the supplied accessoriesUsing the remote control Before you startPress Calibrate Setting up the remote controlCalibrating the remote control screen Before you startSetting the clock Setting the button alert volumeSetting the time-out setting Press Reset to Default Resetting the remote controlLocking the remote control Restarting the remote controlReplacing the lithium-ion batteries Connecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Connecting your TV DVD player Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD playerConnecting the multichannel analog outputs STB VSA-AX10Ai Connecting your equipment Connecting a VCR or DVD recorderConnecting your equipment Connecting other video sources About the video converter Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacksConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sources Portable DVD player, etc Connecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsAbout the AC outlet Connecting your equipment Plugging in the amplifierControls and displays Controls and displays ChapterDisplay Controls and displays Tone Controls and displays Remote control Basic remote control displaysHome menu screens Setup Amplifier menu screensDigital NR TV control menu screens Remote control displays for other componentsOperating menus for additional components TOP Menu Search ModeAudio SubtitleGetting started Chapter Automatically setting up for surround soundSwitch on the amplifier and your TV Getting startedEnter Getting startedChecking the settings on your DVD or other player Other problems when using the Auto Surround SetupPlaying a source Change the amplifier input to the source you want to play Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter About the listening modesDolby Pro Logic IIx Music settings Neo6 Music settingsListening to your system Use the Option +/- buttons to adjust the effect level Using the Advanced surround effectsUsing the Home THX modes Adjusting the Advanced Surround effect levelPRO Logic NEO6 Cinema Listening with headphonesListening in stereo Pro Logic IIx MoviePress Multi CH Input on the remote control Home menu screen Using the Stream Direct modeAnalog Selecting the input signal typeListening to high-sampling formats Selecting USB and multichannel analog input channelsChannel Surround back channel options Listening to your system Using the surround back channelPress SB CH Mode repeatedly to cycle through AutoUse the Option +/- buttons to change the setting Creating a center speaker effectVSB Auto VSB on VSB OFF Switching the tone control on or off Listening to your system Using Hi-bit and Hi-samplingUsing Midnight and Loudness listening Using the tone controlAdjusting the bass and treble Reducing noise during playbackTreble Listening to your system Listening to dual mono soundtracks Select ‘Surround Setup’ then press Enter Surround Setup menuSurround Setup menu Chapter Making amplifier settings from the Surround Setup menuSpeaker Systems Surround Setup menuLarge Select ‘Channel Level’ then press Enter Channel LevelAcoustic Calibration EQ Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallySetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually Speaker DistanceSelect ‘Data Copy’ then press Enter Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsSelect ‘Manual’ then press Enter Select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2 then press EnterHow to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ How to interpret the graphical outputProfessional Acoustic Calibration EQ If you selected ‘Auto Pro.’, select ‘Start’ and press Using Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSelect a manual setup option and press Enter Select ‘Professional’ then press EnterSelect ‘X-Curve’ then press Enter Switch the X-Curve on or OFFCurve Use Cursor left/right buttons to selectChecking your surround settings Select ‘Check’ from the Surround Setup menu and press EnterCycle through the settings screen by screen Controlling other equipment Chapter Using the remote control with other componentsRecalling preset codes Controlling other equipmentControlling other equipment Select a setting typeProgramming signals from other remote controls Press Learning on the remote setup menuPioneer-1 DVR-7000 Press KEY Label on the remote setup menu Editing remote control button namesPress Direct Function on the remote setup menu Press OK to confirm the settingsPress OK when you’ve finished Select the button you want to renameChoose how you want to change the look of the button Programming a multi operation or a shutdown sequence Controlling other equipment Multi Operation and System OffMulti Operation Using multi operationsPress OK when you’re finished From the remote control Home menu pressSystem OFF Switching components on and offUsing the 12 volt trigger Using System offMonitoring your recording Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Making an audio or a video recordingAdjusting the delay of a soundtrack Use the Option +/- buttons to adjust the amount of delayWatching video and audio sources independently Using other functions Switch the SD1 Normal Stream Direct modeEnhancing Sacd playback Switching the speaker impedance Using other functions Dimming the displayUsing other functions Checking your system settings Resetting the systemDefault amplifier settings Bypass Other connections Using speaker system BSwitching the speaker system Using speaker system B in another roomSP B ITU-R is selected Select the ‘ITU-R’ setting from the Speaker Systems menuOther connections Bi-amping your front speakersBi-wiring your speakers Using the pre-outsConnecting additional amplifiers Connecting an external stereo pre-amplifier Using the i.LINK interfaceAbout i.LINK About Pqls rate controlCreating an i.LINK network Press ‘USB’ on the remote control Home menu Screen Using the USB interfaceConnecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Select ‘PC Output’ and press Enter Advanced Mcacc output using your PCAssigning the digital inputs Advanced setupAdvanced setup Chapter Input Assign menuAdvanced setup Assigning the component video inputsAssigning the i.LINK inputs Multi in OFF USB OFF Expert Setup menuSelect ‘Expert Setup’ then press Enter Assigning the video inputsBass Peak Level OSD AdjustmentEdit the name as necessary and press Enter Dynamic Range ControlFunction Rename OSD OverlayTHX Audio Setup Select ‘THX Audio Setup’ then press EnterVolt Trigger Surround Back Speaker Position THX Ultra2 Subwoofer SetupAdditional information Chapter Optimizing your speaker setupBasic surround setup Additional informationAdditional information THX speaker system setupAdditional information Troubleshooting PowerNo sound Listening in surround sound on Cause Remedy Other audio problemsAudio sources on VideoRemote control SettingsThis unit’s sensor on DisplayLink messages Link interfaceMiscellaneous USB interfaceDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsAbout THX Windows Media Audio 9 ProfessionalPCM Pulse Code Modulation THX MusicMode Maintenance of external surfacesTHX Ultra2 Cinema mode Advanced Speaker Array ASAAdditional information Specifications 04B00001 ARB7291-A

VSA-AX10Ai specifications

The Pioneer VSA-AX10Ai is a high-end, multi-channel home theater receiver that stands out for its robust performance and cutting-edge technologies. Launched as a flagship model, it combines advanced audio processing capabilities with a formidable power output, catering to both audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the VSA-AX10Ai is its Direct Energy HD Amplification technology, which incorporates a Class D amplifier design. This technology not only ensures high power efficiency but also minimizes distortion, delivering pristine sound quality at high volumes. The receiver boasts a substantial output of 200 watts per channel over eight channels, making it an ideal choice for driving large, demanding speaker systems.

In terms of audio decoding, the VSA-AX10Ai supports a multitude of formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. This feature allows the receiver to provide a cinematic surround sound experience, ensuring that every detail of the soundtrack is delivered with accuracy and clarity. The device is also equipped with a high-quality 24-bit/192 kHz DAC, assuring top-notch sound reproduction from a variety of sources.

The VSA-AX10Ai features Pioneer’s sophisticated MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), which automatically calibrates the audio output to match the room's acoustics. By measuring sound from each speaker and adjusting levels, delays, and equalization, it ensures a balanced sound field, regardless of room shape or speaker placement.

Connectivity is extensive, with multiple HDMI inputs offering 4K pass-through and upscaling capabilities. This makes the receiver well-suited for modern home theater setups that require integration with 4K Ultra HD displays. It also includes legacy inputs, ensuring compatibility with older audio and video equipment.

Another noteworthy characteristic is the receiver’s build quality. The VSA-AX10Ai features a rigid chassis designed to minimize vibration as well as a premium-grade power supply, which contributes to its overall reliability and performance.

Overall, the Pioneer VSA-AX10Ai encapsulates the essence of high-fidelity home audio and video. With its extensive feature set, exceptional sound quality, and robust performance capabilities, it remains a top choice for those seeking a comprehensive and immersive home theater experience. Whether for music playback or movie watching, this receiver delivers an unparalleled audio experience that stands the test of time.
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