Pioneer VSX-29TX manual Auto mode, Manual mode, If you are using a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter

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initial Set Up

Channel Level

AUTO

TEST TONE

MANUAL

TEST TONE

SETUP

OK

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

VCR1

VCR2

33 Using the remote control display, follow the instructions below to adjust the speaker levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in your normal listening position.

NOTE : The volume of the sub woofer tends to sound lower than it actually is. You may need to adjust the level after testing with an actual soundtrack.

In AUTO mode

1Use the +/– (or %/Þ) buttons to adjust the level of the speaker outputting the test tone. The tone will automatically switch between speakers after sounding for 2-3 seconds.

2Adjust the level of all speakers.

In MANUAL mode

1Use the +/– (or %/Þ) buttons to adjust the level of the first (the front left) speaker.

2Press the button on the touch panel for the next speaker.

3 Repeat 1 and 2 for each speaker.

STANDBY/ON

ENTER

If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter

Take the readings from your main listening position and adjust the level of each speaker to 75 dB SPL (C-weighted/slow model).

 

memo You can use the %´Þ buttons at the bottom of the remote control

%´Þ buttons

instead of the +/– buttons

 

Channel Level

AUTO

TEST TONE

MANUAL

TEST TONE

SETUP

OK

4 When all the speaker levels have been set, select SETUP OK to return to the SYSTEM SETUP MENU.

The display on the receiver will say RESUME and the MASTER

VOLUME will return to its original position.

SIGNAL

STEREO

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

SELECT

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SP

 

 

 

 

ANALOG

 

dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Next, proceed to CROSSOVER NETWORK below.

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memo

Note that it is also possible to set channel levels temporarily. Go to

 

the RECEIVER SUB screen and press CH LEVEL. Then follow the

same procedure as explained on this page. This function is designed to be used when you want to change the levels temporarily to hear one speaker louder. Using this method you can set speaker levels in different modes, such as Surround/dts, STEREO, EXTERNAL DECODER and each DSP mode, independently. You should return the settings to their original state when done. Doing the set up procedures on this page will erase any temporary/independent level settings that have been made.

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Contents VSX-29TX For Canadian model Important NoticeImportant Safety Instructions Information to UserFeatures Table of Contents Checking the Supplied Accessories How to Use This ManualPreparing the Remote Control Before You StartInstalling the Receiver Opening the Front PanelConnecting Your Equipment Cassette deck placementAudio Components Audio cordsFront Video ComponentsAudio/Video cords Digital audio cords/Optical cables Digital ConnectionsOptical cable External Decoder Input Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD playerDVD/LD player Or LD player Components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacksUsing external antennas AntennasAM loop antenna To improve FM receptionPowered sub woofer SpeakersSpeaker terminals Front SpeakersSpeaker placement Connecting Additional Amplifiers Power connections AC OutletsSwitched Total 100 W 0.8 a MAX Unswitched 100 W 0.8 a MAXDisplays & Controls = Master VolumeFront Panel Signal Select button See p.38 @ Loudness button See p.41 Tape 2 Monitor button See p.59# Midnight button See p.40 $ Digital NR button See p.39Display Remote Control Receiver Main Screen Basic Receiver LCD ScreensReceiver SUB Screen Initial Set Up Setting Up the Remote ControlPress Remote Setup on the remote control Press the LCD Commander buttonInitial Set Up Setting Up for Surround Sound Speaker Setting Press Setup OK to return to the System Setup Menu If you want to change a setting before proceedingChannel Delay MenuChannel Level Press the Channel Level buttonAuto automatic Test Tone Manual manual Test ToneManual mode Auto modeIf you are using a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter Crossover Network Press Crossover Network Choose a crossover frequency80 Hz 100 HzBass Peak Level Manager Dynamic Range Control Digital Input Select Basic Playback Playing Source with Stereo SoundHome THX Cinema mode Standard modeSound Modes Stereo mode DSP modesHall JazzSelecting a Sound Mode Select the sound modeSurround operation Press ReceiverPlaying Source with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound Back LightSwitching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Reducing noise during playback Digital NR function 96kHz 24bit PerformanceExternal decoder playback Listening in Midnight Listening ModeMain screen or on the front panel Adjusting bass and treble tone control Listening in Loudness modeBass + Direct playback Adjusting the brightness of the display front panel onlyPress FL Dimmer Automatic and Manual Tuning Using the TunerMPX Mode Direct Access Tuning To cancel before inputting the frequencyPress Tuner Press Band button on the remote to select the band FM or AMUsing the front panel Memorizing Frequently Used StationsTune in the station you want Press Memory to activate the memory functionUsing the remote control Recalling Memorized StationsUse the number buttons to select the channel you desire To step through each channel in orderSetting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Remote Control of Other componentsRecalling settings stored in the remote control Exit Select Function blink on the remote control If you want to cancel the Remote Setup modePress the Learning button You want to control the Tuner button cannot beLock symbol Locking the SettingsPress Exit to return to the LEARNING/SELECT Function screen Using Remote Control with Other Components DVD or LD player operationsCD player operations Disc= RDM ~ Track= Edit Mode MD operationsName ~ DispStandard TV screen TV operationsDigital TV screen STB DTV operations Catv operationsDigital Tuner screen STB satellite tuner operations Satellite Tuner screenOFF/ON L1-3Cassette deck operations DeckSINGLE/DECK REC MuteOther screen for preset operations VCR operationsTV/VCR CD-R operationsUsing Other Functions Recording from Audio ComponentsRecording from Video Components Record monitor Tape 2 MonitorMulti Operations Performing multi operations System OFF FUNCTION. Press the Receiver buttonUsing System OFF Select a stop or a power commandPress Exit to leave the System OFF set up mode Press the System OFF buttonResetting the Remote Control Setting up the direct functionSet up example Multi-RoomMULTI-ROOM connections Sub room IR receiver MR-100MULTI-ROOM set up Select the Volume Level by pressing Variable or FixedPress the Multi Room button Select the IR Receiver typePress the Multi Room & Source button Using the front panel with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress the Control button Press Masuter Volume +/- to adjust Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM systemVolume Control Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Dolby DigitalLaser disc format Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDolby Digital DTSDolby Pro Logic SurroundTroubleshooting Symptom Cause RemedyFM broadcasts AM broadcastsAnalog Specifications 0 4 2 1 1 4 0 Maintenance of External Surfaces Power cord CautionEIA

VSX-29TX specifications

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