Pioneer VSX-1015TX operating instructions Minute guide, Connect your speakers

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3 Connect your speakers.

A complete setup of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown here but everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner shown below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best.

Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers. You can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6–16Ω(please see Switching the speaker impedance on page 71 if you plan to use speakers with an impedance of less than 8Ω).

Front speakers

Center speaker

Surround speakers

Surround back speakers

L

 

R

 

C

LS

 

RS

 

SBL

SBR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75Ω

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

Y

 

 

 

 

OUT

CD

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRE OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

IN

OUT

 

P

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBW.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLAY

 

CEN-

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

IN

 

 

 

P

 

 

 

TER

 

 

 

 

 

1

4

CD-R/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

TAPE/MD

 

 

MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(TV/

OUT

 

FRONT

OUT

 

Y

 

Y

 

 

SAT )

REC

R

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

VIDEO1

 

 

IN 1

 

IN 2

 

 

 

SUR-

VIDEO1

 

 

 

 

(CD-R/

IN

 

P

 

P

 

 

TAPE/

 

R

ROUND

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

MD)

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLAY

 

SUR-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ROUND

 

 

 

 

P

ASSIGNABLE

IN

 

BACK

IN

 

P

 

DVR /

R

L

DVR /

 

 

 

 

1

4

(Single)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR

 

 

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

CEN-

OUT

 

Y

 

 

 

 

IN 3

REC

 

TER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVD/

 

SUBW.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD)

TV/

 

 

TV/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAT

 

FRONT

SAT

 

P

IN 3

 

 

 

 

IN

PRE OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 4

 

R

L

 

M

 

 

 

 

 

(CD)

DVD/

 

 

DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD

SUBW.

SUR-

LD

 

P

ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

IN

ROUND

IN

 

 

1

3

LAY

 

 

 

R

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

L

VIDEO

 

S-VIDEO

 

COMPONENT

 

DIGITAL

 

MULTI CH IN

 

 

VIDEO

 

 

AUDIO

CENVIDEO-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TER

 

 

 

 

D-R/

APE/MD

OUT

RECR

DEO1

R

L

SUR-

LAYROUND

BACK

VR /

R

L

(Single)

CR

 

 

OUT

 

CEN-

AC OUTLET

 

 

 

 

 

AC 120 V 60Hz

 

 

 

 

 

 

SWITCHED 100W(0 .8A) MAX

SPEAKERS

 

 

 

 

 

A R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R SURROUND L

SURROUND BACK / B

L (Single)

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

SELECTABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

SELECTABLE

 

Powered subwoofer

SW

INPUT

• If you only have one surround back speaker, hook it up to the surround back left (Single) terminal.

Caution

•Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.

Make sure that the speaker cable you’re going to use is properly prepared with about 3/8 in. (10 mm) of insulator stripped from each wire, and the exposed wire strands twisted together (fig. A).

To connect a terminal, unscrew the terminal a few turns until there is enough space to insert the exposed wire (fig. B). Once the wire is in position, tighten the terminal until the wire is firmly clamped (fig. C).

fig. A

fig. B

fig. C

3/8 in. (10mm)

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Contents VSX-1015TX Information to User Wash hands after handlingImportant Safety Instructions Contents Controlling the rest of your system Other SettingsOther connections Additional informationBefore you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxInstalling the receiver Before you start VentilationLoading the batteries 02 5 minute guide Chapter Minute guideIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround SoundConnect your speakers Minute guide02 5 minute guide Enter Make sure ‘Normal SB’ is selected then pressFollow the instructions on-screen Checking the settings on your DVD or other player Other problems when using the Auto Mcacc SetupPlaying a source Connecting up Connecting up ChapterAbout cable types About the video converter Connecting upCD recorder DVD or LD player CD player Connecting up Connecting digital audio componentsConnecting up Connecting analog audio components Connecting multichannel analog componentsTip Connecting up Connecting video components Connecting to the front panel video terminalVideo Camera Using external antennas Connecting up Connecting antennasFM wire antenna AM loop antennaConnecting up Connecting the speakers Speaker terminalsTighten terminal Hints on speaker placement Overhead view of speaker setupTHX speaker system setup Connecting upView of 7.1 channel speaker setup AC outletOperating other Pioneer components Power cord cautionControls and displays Listening Mode SelectControls and displays Chapter Front panelControls and displays Controls and displays Display Mono StereoTuned SleepControls and displays Remote control DTV ON/OFF 6TUNE/ST +/- /ENTERDTV Info Tuner DisplayOperating range of remote control unit Listening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemAuto playback Listening in surround soundTHX Games Mode Using the Home THX modesListening to your system PRO LOGIC+THXDolby Pro Logic IIx Music settings Using the Advanced surround effectsUse the +/- buttons to adjust the setting Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settingsNeo6 Music settings Listening in stereoListening with Acoustic Calibration Listening to your system Choosing the input signal Type of source Extended Mode Standard / THX Type of source VirtualSB Mode Standard Press SHIFT+DIALOG E to switch dialog enhancement on or off Using the tone controlsPress Tone to select the frequency you want to adjust Enhancing dialogListening to your system Playing other sources Using the sleep timerSelecting the multichannel analog inputs 30 minSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Surround back speaker settingManual Mcacc speaker setup System Setup menuSelect the surround back speaker setting Select ‘MANUAL MCACC’ from the System Setup menuFine Channel Distance Fine Channel LevelSetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsAcoustic Calibration EQ Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually Checking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsFront Align Manual speaker setup Select the setting you want to checkSelect ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Speaker SettingChannel Level Crossover NetworkSelect ‘THX Audio Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSpeaker Distance Surround Back Speaker PositionUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tuner Saving station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking recordings Chapter Making recordingsMaking an audio or a video recording Prepare the recorderSelecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterPress the Receiver button to exit and store the operations Use cursor left/right to select Learn then press EnterErasing all of the remote control presets Confirming preset codesDirect function Input Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsSelect DiscSHIFT+ CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LDEnter Guide Controlling the rest of your systemHDD Shift + DVDSwitching the speaker system Second Zone speaker B setupOther connections Other connections ChapterBi-wiring your speakers Other connections Bi-amping your front speakersFront left Speaker Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersUsing the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display Other connectionsDVD player Other Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsOther Settings Other Setup menuAssigning the component video inputs Dual Mono Setup Dynamic Range Control SetupSelect ‘DRC Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Choose the setting that you wantSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays LFE Attenuator SetupSelect ‘LFE ATT Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Select ‘SR+ Setup’ from the Other Setup menuPower TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterNo sound Additional informationDigital inputs on Other audio problemsAudio components on VideoDisplay SettingsSwitching the speaker impedance Resetting the main unitRemote control Press System Setup to confirmDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THXTHX Games Mode THX Select2 Cinema modeAdvanced Speaker Array ASA THX MusicModeCleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsPioneer Corporation

VSX-1015TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-1015TX is a distinguished piece of audio equipment that caters to enthusiasts seeking an all-encompassing home theater experience. Launched in the mid-2000s, this receiver combines advanced technology with usability, making it a popular choice among music and movie aficionados.

One of the defining features of the VSX-1015TX is its robust multi-channel surround sound system. It supports up to 7.1 channels, allowing users to fully immerse themselves in their favorite films, games, and music. With a power output of 110 watts per channel, it delivers rich sound quality across various formats, enhancing the auditory experience.

The VSX-1015TX is equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, providing a comprehensive sound stage that captures every detail. Its Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) optimizes audio output based on the physical characteristics of your room. This feature intelligently analyzes the acoustics and adjusts the speakers to achieve balanced sound, ensuring that listeners receive the best audio experience possible.

Furthermore, the receiver supports many audio and video formats, including MPEG, WMA, and MP3, making it versatile for different media sources. The inclusion of HDMI inputs allows for high-definition video and audio transmission, simplifying connectivity with modern devices like Blu-ray players and gaming consoles.

Another notable characteristic of the VSX-1015TX is its user-friendly interface. The on-screen display and remote control make navigating through settings and configurations straightforward. Users can easily switch between different audio sources and adjust sound parameters to suit their preferences.

Additionally, this model is designed with several speaker configurations in mind, allowing for flexible setups. Whether you are using conventional speakers or opting for surround sound systems, the VSX-1015TX caters to various configurations, making it suitable for different home theater environments.

The Pioneer VSX-1015TX also emphasizes build quality and durability, ensuring that it can withstand the rigors of regular use while maintaining performance levels. With its blend of advanced features, streamlined usability, and robust sound performance, the VSX-1015TX remains a cherished option for those looking to enhance their audio-visual experiences at home.
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