Pioneer VSX-9300TX manual Listening with Acoustic Calibration

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Listening to your system

Using the multichannel analog inputs

If you’ve connected to the multichannel inputs on the rear panel (see Connecting the multichannel analog outputs on page 20), you will be able to select them as your input source.

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Listening with Acoustic Calibration

EQ

You can listen to sources using the Acoustic Calibration Equalization set in Automatically setting up for surround sound on page 12 or Acoustic Calibration EQ on page 81. Refer to these pages for more on Acoustic Calibration Equalization.

ACOUSTIC

EQ

1Make sure you have set the playback source to the proper output setting.

For example, you might need to set your DVD player to output multichannel analog audio.

2Press MULTI CH INPUT (MULTI CH IN on the front panel) to select the multichannel analog inputs. MULTI CH IN shows in the display to indicate the audio is coming from the multichannel analog inputs, regardless of the input source selected. The input source remains dedicated to the multichannel inputs until you press MULTI CH IN/MULTI CH INPUT again to cancel.

•If you need to set the channel levels, see Channel Level on page 52 to do so.

Note

•You can’t use any signal processing features (for example, the MOVIE or MUSIC modes or the tone controls) with the multichannel analog inputs.

•Any speakers set to NO in the Speaker Setting on page 51 do not output the audio for the corresponding channel.

•You can’t use the Second Zone speaker B setup (page 67) with the multichannel analog inputs.

•While listening to a source, press ACOUSTIC EQ. Press repeatedly to select between:

•ALL CH ADJUST – No special weighting is given to any one channel.

•FRONT ALIGN – All speakers are heard in accordance with the front speaker settings.

•CUSTOM 1/2 – Custom settings

•OFF – Switches Acoustic Calibration EQ off.

The MCACC indicator on the front panel lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ is active.

Note

•You can’t use Acoustic Calibration EQ when MULTI CH IN is switched on.

•If you switch on Acoustic Calibration EQ when DIRECT is selected, the receiver automatically switches to STEREO.

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Contents VSX-9300TX Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Contents Advanced setup Using other functionsControlling other equipment Other connectionsChecking the supplied accessories FeaturesBefore you start Before you start ChapterInstalling the receiver Using the remote controlBefore you start Ventilation Opening the front panelBefore you start Operating range of the remote controlRemote control battery indicator Minute guide Setting up for Surround SoundMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterConnect your speakers 02 5 minute guideLarge Use the on-screen Auto Surround setup to set up your systemMinute guide ‘SurrBack System’ should be highlighted. Press ‘Surround Setup’ should be highlighted. PressEnter Follow the instructions on-screen ‘Auto Setting’ should be highlighted. PressMake sure ‘Normal System’ is selected, then select ‘Exit’ Playing a source Checking the settings on your DVD or other playerOther problems when using the Auto Surround Setup Rear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections Connecting your equipment About cable typesAnalog audio cables Digital audio cablesConnecting your equipment Connecting your TV DVD player Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD playerVSX-9300TX Connecting the multichannel analog outputsSTB Connecting your equipment Connecting a VCR or DVD recorder Connecting your equipment Connecting other video sources DVD player Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacksConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources Tape deck, etc Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesPortable DVD player, etc Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Bare wire connections Connecting the speakersPlacing the speakers Banana plug connectionsFM wire antenna Connecting your equipment Connecting antennasConnecting external antennas AM loop antennaAbout the AC outlet Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna Vinyl-coated wire 15-18 ftPlugging in the receiver Controls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysSTANDBY/ON StereoControls and displays Tuned Controls and displays DisplayControls and displays Remote control Audio Remote SetupTV Input Movie / MusicAuto playback Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Movie listening modes Listening to your systemBasic modes Advanced effect modesPro Logic IIx Music See above Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsMusic listening modes Adjusting the advanced effect level Listening with headphonesNeo6 Music settings Listening in stereoListening with Acoustic Calibration Listening to your system Selecting the input signal type Surround back channel options Listening to your system Using the surround back channelPress SB CH Mode repeatedly to cycle through If you’re using the remote, press Receiver Using the audio scaler for Hi-bit and Hi-samplingPress HI-BIT HI-BIT/HI-SAMPLING on the front PanelSwitching the tone control on or off Using the tone controlAdjusting the bass and treble Multi CHListening to dual mono soundtracks Release the button when you see the setting you wantReducing noise during playback Using the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Finding a stationMPX mode Using the tunerAbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Listening to memorized station presetsNaming station presets Surround Setup menu Chapter Surround Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the Surround Setup menu Select the setting you want to adjustSurround back speaker setting Surround Setup menuNormal surround setting Speaker SettingChannel Level Select ‘Channel Level’ from the Normal setup menuSpeaker Distance Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Normal setup menuRecalling preset codes Using the remote control with other componentsControlling other equipment Controlling other equipment ChapterControlling other equipment Programming signals from other remote controlsMenu Controlling other equipment Controls for TVsGuide DiscSubtitle Controlling other equipment Controls for other componentsDisp ModeExit TOPMulti Operation and System Off Controlling other equipment Direct functionProgramming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence Repeat steps 2-4 for as many components as you wantPress Multi Operation Using multi operationsTo add or change a command select ‘Change’ and press Enter Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor Switching components on and off using the 12 volt triggerUsing System off Using other functions Chapter Using other functionsAdjusting the delay of a soundtrack Making an audio or a video recordingDimming the display Advanced remote control features Using other functions Switching the speaker impedanceEditing remote control display names Press the Multi Control button for the componentClearing remote control settings Using other functionsAdjusting the remote control backlight Using other functions Resetting the system Switching the speaker system Second Zone speaker B setupOther connections Other connections ChapterOther connections Bi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersSurrBack System multi-room setup Basic multi-room setupOther connections Multi-room listening Making multi-room connectionsUse the Master Volume dial to adjust the volume Using the multi-room controlsOther connections Press ControlOther connections Cnnecting additional amplifiersUSB terminal on the rear panel of this receiver Other connections Using the USB interfacePress Input on the remote control repeatedly to select USB Select ‘PC Output’ and press Enter Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputAdvanced Mcacc output using your PC Advanced setup Chapter Advanced setupSystem Setup menu Select the setting you want to adjust then pressTHX Cinema Setup Advanced setupInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsAssigning the component video inputs Function RenameSelect ‘PHONO/LINE Setup’ from the System Setup menu PHONO/LINE SetupWhen you’re finished, select ‘Exit’ Select either Phono or LineVolt Trigger Multi-Room and IR receiver setupSelect ‘Expert’ then press Enter Advanced setup Expert setup menuSelect ‘Fine Channel Level’ from the Expert setup menu Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Expert setup menuAdjust the level of the left channel Crossover NetworkAcoustic Calibration EQ Fine Channel DelaySetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Select CUSTOM1 Adjust or CUSTOM2 Adjust Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallySelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Front AlignChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsSelect ‘DATA COPY’ then press Enter Select ‘DATA CHECK’ then press EnterProfessional Acoustic Calibration How to use Professional Acoustic CalibrationHow to interpret the graphical output Select a setup option Using Professional Acoustic CalibrationSelect ‘Professional’ If you selected ‘Auto Pro.’, select ‘Start’ and pressBass Peak Level Select ‘Bass Peak Level’ from the Expert setup menuDynamic Range Control Select ‘D-Range Control’ from the Expert setup menuChoose the setting that you want Power TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterNo sound Additional informationSymptom Cause Other audio problemsAudio sources on VideoDisplay SettingsUSB interface Remote controlAdditional information Dolby Additional information Surround sound formatsAdditional information About THX DVD Additional information Preset code brandsCD-R DVRMaintenance of external surfaces Additional information SpecificationsDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level Pioneer Corporation