Pioneer VSX-9300TX manual Using other functions Chapter, Making an audio or a video recording

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09Using other functions

Chapter 9

Using other functions

Making an audio or a video recording

You can make an audio or a video recording from the built-in tuner, or from an audio or video source connected to the receiver (such as a CD player or TV).

Keep in mind you can't make a digital recording from an analog source or vice-versa, so make sure the components you are recording to/from are hooked up in the same way (see Connecting your equipment on page 15 for more on connections).

Note that when recording video, you won’t be able to record sources connected to the component video inputs. With composite and S-video sources, make sure they are connected using the same type of video cable as you used to connect the recorder to the receiver.

For more information about video connections, see Connecting a VCR or DVD recorder on page 22 and Connecting other video sources on page 23.

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

VCR1 /

TVCONT

DVR

MULTI CONTROL

 

VCR2

VIDEO

CD

 

CD-R/

MD/

TUNER

RECEIVER

TAPE1

TAPE2

SIGNAL SEL

1 Select the source you want to record.

Use the MULTI CONTROL buttons (or the MULTI JOG dial on the front panel).

2Select the input signal (if necessary). Press SIGNAL SEL to select the input signal corresponding to the source component (see Selecting the input signal type on page 42 for more on this).

3Prepare the source you want to record.

Tune to the radio station, load the CD, video, DVD etc.

4 Prepare the recorder.

Insert a blank tape, MD, video etc. into the recording device and set the recording levels.

Refer to the instructions that came with the recorder if you are unsure how to do this. Most video recorders set the audio recording level automatically—check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure.

5Start recording, then start playback of the source component.

Note

The receiver's volume, tone (bass, treble, Midnight, Loudness), and surround effects have no effect on the recorded signal. (The exception to this is PHONO, which is best recorded using stereo DIRECT.)

Some digital sources are copy-protected, and can only be recorded in analog.

Some video sources are copy-protected. These cannot be recorded.

Adjusting the delay of a soundtrack

• Default setting: 0.0 frame

Some monitors have a slight delay when showing video, so the soundtrack will be slightly out of sync with the picture. By adding a bit of delay, you can adjust the sound to match the presentation of the video.

1Press RECEIVER.

2Press EFFECT/CH SEL repeatedly until DELAY shows in the display.

RECEIVER

EFFECT/CHSEL

+

3Use the +/– buttons to adjust the amount of delay.

The delay can be adjusted from 0.0–6.0 frames (in 0.1 frame steps).

Note

One second is equal to 30 frames of NTSC format.

This setting is applied to all video sources.

You can’t use sound delay when MULTI CH IN or DIRECT is switched on.

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Contents VSX-9300TX Information to User Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenImportant Safety Instructions Contents Controlling other equipment Using other functionsAdvanced setup Other connectionsBefore you start FeaturesChecking the supplied accessories Before you start ChapterBefore you start Ventilation Using the remote controlInstalling the receiver Opening the front panelBefore you start Operating range of the remote controlRemote control battery indicator Minute guide Chapter Setting up for Surround SoundMinute guide Introduction to home theater02 5 minute guide Connect your speakersLarge 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 Connecting your equipment About the video converterAnalog audio cables Connecting your equipment About cable typesWhen making cable connections Digital audio cablesConnecting your equipment Connecting your TV Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD player DVD playerConnecting the multichannel analog outputs VSX-9300TXSTB Connecting your equipment Connecting a VCR or DVD recorder Connecting your equipment Connecting other video sources Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacks DVD playerConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sources Tape deck, etcPortable DVD player, etc Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Placing the speakers Connecting the speakersBare wire connections Banana plug connectionsConnecting external antennas Connecting your equipment Connecting antennasFM wire antenna AM loop antennaAbout the AC outlet Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna Vinyl-coated wire 15-18 ftPlugging in the receiver STANDBY/ON Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter StereoControls and displays Controls and displays Display TunedControls and displays Remote control TV Input Remote SetupAudio Movie / MusicAuto playback Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Basic modes Listening to your systemMovie listening modes Advanced effect modesPro Logic IIx Music See above Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsMusic listening modes Neo6 Music settings Listening with headphonesAdjusting the advanced effect level 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 Press HI-BIT HI-BIT/HI-SAMPLING on the front Using the audio scaler for Hi-bit and Hi-samplingIf you’re using the remote, press Receiver PanelAdjusting the bass and treble Using the tone controlSwitching the tone control on or off Multi CHListening to dual mono soundtracks Release the button when you see the setting you wantReducing noise during playback Tuning directly to a station Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Finding a stationUsing the tuner MPX modeAbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Listening to memorized station presetsNaming station presets Making receiver settings from the Surround Setup menu Surround Setup menuSurround Setup menu Chapter Select the setting you want to adjustNormal surround setting Surround Setup menuSurround back speaker setting Speaker SettingSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Normal setup menu Channel LevelSelect ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Normal setup menu Speaker DistanceControlling other equipment Using the remote control with other componentsRecalling preset codes Controlling other equipment ChapterProgramming signals from other remote controls Controlling other equipmentGuide Controlling other equipment Controls for TVsMenu DiscDisp Controlling other equipment Controls for other componentsSubtitle ModeTOP ExitProgramming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence Controlling other equipment Direct functionMulti Operation and System Off 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 Adjusting the delay of a soundtrack Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Making an audio or a video recordingDimming the display Editing remote control display names Using other functions Switching the speaker impedanceAdvanced remote control features Press the Multi Control button for the componentClearing remote control settings Using other functionsAdjusting the remote control backlight Using other functions Resetting the system Other connections Second Zone speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Other connections ChapterBi-wiring your speakers Other connections Bi-amping your front speakersOther connections Multi-room listening Basic multi-room setupSurrBack System multi-room setup Making multi-room connectionsOther connections Using the multi-room controlsUse the Master Volume dial to adjust the volume Press ControlCnnecting additional amplifiers Other connectionsUSB 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 System Setup menu Advanced setupAdvanced setup Chapter Select the setting you want to adjust then pressInput Assign menu Advanced setupTHX Cinema Setup Assigning the digital inputsFunction Rename Assigning the component video inputsWhen you’re finished, select ‘Exit’ PHONO/LINE SetupSelect ‘PHONO/LINE Setup’ from the System Setup menu Select either Phono or LineMulti-Room and IR receiver setup Volt TriggerAdvanced setup Expert setup menu Select ‘Expert’ then press EnterAdjust the level of the left channel Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Expert setup menuSelect ‘Fine Channel Level’ from the Expert setup menu Crossover NetworkAcoustic Calibration EQ Fine Channel DelaySetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Select the channels you want and adjust to your liking Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallySelect CUSTOM1 Adjust or CUSTOM2 Adjust Front AlignSelect ‘DATA COPY’ then press Enter Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘DATA CHECK’ then press EnterProfessional Acoustic Calibration How to use Professional Acoustic CalibrationHow to interpret the graphical output Select ‘Professional’ Using Professional Acoustic CalibrationSelect a setup option If you selected ‘Auto Pro.’, select ‘Start’ and pressSelect ‘Bass Peak Level’ from the Expert setup menu Bass Peak LevelDynamic Range Control Select ‘D-Range Control’ from the Expert setup menuChoose the setting that you want Additional information TroubleshootingPower Additional information ChapterAdditional information No soundOther audio problems Symptom CauseVideo Audio sources onSettings DisplayRemote control USB interfaceAdditional information Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyAdditional information About THX CD-R Additional information Preset code brandsDVD DVRAdditional information Specifications Maintenance of external surfacesDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level Pioneer Corporation