Pioneer VSX-9300TX manual Other audio problems, Symptom Cause

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Symptom

Cause

Remedy

No sound from one speaker.

• The speaker setting has been set to NO.

• Change the setting in Speaker Setting on page 51.

 

 

• The speaker level is too low.

• Check the level in Channel Level on page 52.

 

 

• The speaker isn’t connected properly.

• Check Installing your speaker system on page 28 to

 

make sure the speaker is connected correctly.

•The source has no sound output for that channel.

•By choosing an advanced effect listening mode (see Listening in surround sound on page 37), you may be able to create an extra channel for the speaker.

Sound is produced from analog components, but not from digital ones (DVD, LD, CD-ROM etc.).

• The digital input assignment is wrong.

• Assign the digital inputs correctly (see Assigning the

 

digital inputs on page 75).

 

 

• The digital components aren't connected

• Make sure you have properly connected the digital

properly.

component to the corresponding input on the back of the

 

receiver (see Connecting your equipment on page 15).

 

 

• The player is not compatible with the source

• Choose a compatible source, or check the component’s

you're using, or the player settings are

manual for the correct settings.

incorrect.

 

 

 

• The digital output level has been turned

• Set the digital volume level of the player to full, or to the

down on a CD player or other component

neutral position.

equipped with digital output level adjustment

 

capability.

 

 

 

• The multichannel analog inputs are

• Press MULTI CH INPUT again (see Using the

selected.

multichannel analog inputs on page 41).

 

 

• The input signal type is set to ANALOG.

• Set the input signal type to DIGITAL (see Selecting the

 

input signal type on page 42).

No sound is output or a noise is output when Dolby Digital/DTS software is played back.

• A DVD player not compatible with Dolby

• Make sure your DVD player is compatible with Dolby

Digital/DTS is being used.

Digital/DTS.

 

 

• The settings on the DVD player are incorrect

• Make sure the player's settings are correct and/or the

and/or the DTS signal output is turned off.

DTS signal out is on. Refer to the instruction manual

 

supplied with the DVD player.

 

 

• The digital output level is turned down on a

• Set the digital volume level of the player to full, or to the

CD player or other component equipped with

neutral position.

digital output level adjustment capability. (The

 

DTS signal has been altered by the player, and

 

cannot be read.)

 

Other audio problems

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically, or there seems to be considerable noise in radio broadcasts.

FM broadcasts

 

• The FM antenna is not fully extended or is

• Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best

poorly positioned.

reception, and secure to a wall.

 

 

• Weak radio signals.

• Connect an outdoor FM antenna (see page 30).

 

 

AM broadcasts

 

• The AM antenna is poorly positioned.

• Adjust the direction and position for best reception.

 

 

• Weak radio signals.

• Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna

 

(see page 30).

•Interference caused by other equipment (fluorescent lamp, motor, etc.).

•Turn off the equipment causing the noise or move it away from the receiver.

•Place the antenna farther away from the equipment causing the noise.

A multi channel DVD source

• The source is coming from something other

• Check the MULTI CH IN connection (see Connecting the

appears to be downmixed from 2 than the MULTI CH IN jacks (for example,

multichannel analog outputs on page 20) and select the

channels during playback.

digital PCM output, etc.)

multichannel analog inputs with the MULTI CH IN button

 

 

(see Using the multichannel analog inputs on page 41).

 

 

Noise is output when scanning a • The scan function performed by the player

• This is not a malfunction, but be sure to turn the volume

DTS CD.

slightly alters the digital information, making

down to prevent the output of loud noise from your

 

it unreadable.

speakers.

 

 

 

When playing a DTS format LD

• The input signal type is set to ANALOG.

• Set the input signal type to DIGITAL (see Selecting the

there is audible noise on the

 

input signal type on page 42)

soundtrack.

 

 

 

 

 

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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 panelOperating range of the remote control Remote control battery indicatorBefore you start Minute guide Chapter Setting up for Surround SoundMinute guide Introduction to home theater02 5 minute guide Connect your speakersUse the on-screen Auto Surround setup to set up your system Minute guideLarge ‘Surround Setup’ should be highlighted. Press Enter‘SurrBack System’ should be highlighted. Press ‘Auto Setting’ should be highlighted. Press Make sure ‘Normal System’ is selected, then select ‘Exit’Follow the instructions on-screen Checking the settings on your DVD or other player Other problems when using the Auto Surround SetupPlaying a source Connecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel 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 antennaOutdoor antenna Indoor antenna Vinyl-coated wire 15-18 ft Plugging in the receiverAbout the AC outlet 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 / MusicListening to your system Listening to your system ChapterAuto playback Listening in surround sound Basic modes Listening to your systemMovie listening modes Advanced effect modesDolby Pro Logic IIx Music settings Music listening modesPro Logic IIx Music See above 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 Listening to your system Using the surround back channel Press SB CH Mode repeatedly to cycle throughSurround back channel options 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 CHRelease the button when you see the setting you want Reducing noise during playbackListening to dual mono soundtracks Tuning directly to a station Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Finding a stationUsing the tuner MPX modeListening to memorized station presets Naming station presetsAbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 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 wantUsing multi operations To add or change a command select ‘Change’ and press EnterPress Multi Operation Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger Using System offOperating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor 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 componentUsing other functions Adjusting the remote control backlightClearing remote control settings 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 connectionsOther connections Using the USB interface Press Input on the remote control repeatedly to select USBUSB terminal on the rear panel of this receiver Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Advanced Mcacc output using your PCSelect ‘PC Output’ and press Enter 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 NetworkFine Channel Delay Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyAcoustic Calibration EQ 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 EnterHow to use Professional Acoustic Calibration How to interpret the graphical outputProfessional Acoustic Calibration 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 LevelSelect ‘D-Range Control’ from the Expert setup menu Choose the setting that you wantDynamic Range Control 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 surfacesTo establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound levelDecibel Level Example Pioneer Corporation
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