Pioneer VSX-918V-K, VSX-818V-K manual Controls and displays Remote control

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04Controls and displays

Remote control

Illustration shows the VSX-918V model

1

 

11

 

RECEIVER

 

SOURCE

2

INPUT SELECT

12

 

 

MULTI CONTROL

TV CTRL

PORTABLE

 

3

DVD

TV

DVR

iPod USB

 

CD-R

 

 

 

13

 

CD

FM

AM

RECEIVER

 

AUTO/DIRECT

STEREO/

STANDARD

ADVSURR

 

 

A.L.C.

 

 

ACOUSTIC

DIALOG

SOUND

 

4

PHASE

EQ

RETRIEVER

 

 

CH SEL

LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

MUTE

 

 

 

 

 

 

MASTER

 

 

 

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

RECEIVER CONTROL

CH+

 

 

ONE TOUCH

 

 

5

 

 

 

COPY

 

 

 

 

AV

TUNE

T.EDIT

 

PARAMETER

 

 

 

TOPMENU

 

 

MENU

6

ST

ST

 

 

ENTER

 

 

 

GUIDE

 

 

CH-

 

 

PTYSEARCH

TUNE

 

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP

RETURN

 

 

SUBTITLE

REC

TV/DTV

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

7

HDD

DVD

REC STOP

JUKEBOX

E

 

B

C

 

D

 

TUNERDISP

CLASS

MPX

D.ACCESS

 

 

 

 

 

ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

DISC

8

MIDNIGHT

ANALOGATT

DIMMER

SLEEP

 

 

SR+

EON

+10

 

SIGNAL SEL

iPod CTRL

 

9

INFO

TV CONTROL

 

SHIFT

INPUT

TV CH

TV VOL

14

 

 

SELECT

 

10

RECEIVER

1 INPUT SELECT

Use to select the input source (use SHIFT for

INPUT SELECT ).

2 RECEIVER

Switches the receiver between standby and on.

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3 MULTI CONTROL buttons

Press to select control of other components (see Controlling the rest of your system on page 51).

TV CTRL, PORTABLE and CD-R buttons can be used with SHIFT button.

4RECEIVER CONTROL buttons

AUTO/DIRECT

Switches between Auto surround mode (Auto playback on page 30) and Stream Direct playback. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for the most accurate reproduction of a source (page 32).

STEREO/A.L.C.

Switches between stereo playback, Auto level control stereo mode (page 31) and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 32).

STANDARD

Press for Standard decoding and to switch between 2 Pro Logic II options (page 30).

ADV SURR

Switches between the various surround modes (page 31).

PHASE

Press to switch on/off Phase Control (page 10).

ACOUSTIC EQ

Press to select an Acoustic Calibration EQ setting (page 33).

DIALOG

Use to make dialog stand out when watching TV or a movie (page 35).

SOUND RETRIEVER

Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources (page 32).

MUTE

Mutes/unmutes the sound.

CH SEL

Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use LEVEL +/– to adjust the level (page 44).

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Contents VSX-918V-S/-KVSX-818V-S/-K Important the Moulded Plug Operating EnvironmentVentilation Caution Contents Other connections Other SettingsControlling the rest of your system Additional informationChecking what’s in the box Before you startBefore you start Chapter Loading the batteriesIntroduction to home theater Minute guideMinute guide Chapter Listening to Surround SoundSwitch on the receiver and your TV 02 5 minute guideEnter Minute guideEnglish Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Press Phase Phase Control to switch on phase correction Better sound using Phase ControlOther problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Making cable connections Connecting upConnecting up Chapter Receiver Connecting up Connecting a DVD player and TVUse a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection.1 VSX-918VItaliano Connecting upConnecting the multichannel analog outputs FrançaisCD-R, MD, DAT, Tape recorder, etc Connecting up Connecting other audio componentsAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sources DeutschUse a three-way component video cable for the connection Connecting up Using the component video jacksConnecting using Hdmi Component 1 DVD Component 2 TV Component 3 DVRAbout Hdmi Connecting up Connecting to the front panel audio mini jack Connecting to the front panel video terminalTo improve FM reception Connecting up Connecting antennasUsing external antennas To improve AM receptionConnecting up Connecting the speakers AntennaTwist exposed wire strands together Hints on speaker placementBare wire connections Tighten terminalFollowing illustrations show 5.1 channel speaker setups Speaker placement diagramsSwitching the speaker system Front panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter 14 15 16Controls and displays DisplayPRO Logic AnalogDTS VIR. SBControls and displays Remote control Level + Master Volume +Setup AV ParameterTuner Disp AccessSignal SEL ClassTV CH + Operating range of remote controlTV Control buttons TV VOL +Auto playback Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Listening in surround soundListening to your system Using the Advanced surround effectsPress ADV Surr repeatedly to select a listening mode Listening in stereoUsing the Sound Retriever Listening to your system Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceUsing Stream Direct Using Virtual Surround Back VSB What it does Options Listening to your system Setting the AV optionsSetting Setting What it does Options CH1Listening to your system Playing other sources Choosing the input signalPress Portable SHIFT+iPod USB on the remote control Selecting the front audio inputsUsing the System Setup menu System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Manual Mcacc speaker setupSelect ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu System Setup menuSelect ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menu Fine Channel LevelFine Speaker Distance Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuVolume increases to the reference level After pressing ENTER, test tones will be outputAcoustic Calibration EQ Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘OK’ to copy and confirm Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallySelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Might distort. If this happens, bringChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Crossover NetworkSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Manual SP Setup menuAdjust the level of each channel using Select a setup optionSpeaker Distance Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menuAdjust the distance of each speaker Using Tuning directly to a station Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Listening to the radioListening to station presets Using the tuner Saving station presetsNaming station presets English DeutschSearching for RDS programs Using the tuner An introduction to RDSDisplaying RDS information Press FM to select the FM band.3 Press PTY SearchUsing the tuner Using EONMaking an audio or a video recording Making recordingsMaking recordings Chapter Controlling the rest of your system Chapter Setting the remote to control other componentsControlling the rest of your system Operating other Pioneer componentsClearing all the remote control settings Use the number buttons to enter the preset codeSHIFT+ Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsButtons Function Components ENTER/DISC Controlling the rest of your systemControls for other components Function ComponentsSHIFT+ Edit Return DiscEnter Return Shift +Controlling the rest of your system Preset Code List DVD RecorderOther connections Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connections ChapterFinding what you want to play Other connectionsIPod playback Basic playback controlsSymptom What it means Connecting a USB deviceSwitching the iPod controls1 Press iPod Ctrl to switch the iPod controls.2Connecting your USB device to the receiver Basic playback controlsOther compatibility information Selecting a file from the folder/file list for playbackCompressed audio compatibility USB ERR What it meansAbout WMA Using this receiver with a Pioneer flat screen TVAbout MPEG-4 AAC Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat screen TV Front panel display shows SR+ on or OFFInput Assign menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Assigning the digital inputsAssigning the Hdmi inputs Other SettingsAssigning the component video inputs Select ‘Other Setup’ then press Enter Other Settings Other Setup menuSR+ Setup for Pioneer flat screen TVs Select the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you wantAdditional information TroubleshootingProblem Remedy Additional information ChapterAdditional information VSX-918V model only The SRSymptom Remedy HdmiConfiguration1 Resetting the main unitSwitching the speaker impedance Important information regarding the Hdmi connectionCleaning the unit Additional information Changing the TV format settingPower cord caution Amplifier sectionFM Tuner Section Component video sectionHdmi Section AM Tuner SectionPioneer Corporation Printed XRB3091-A

VSX-818V-K, VSX-918V-K specifications

The Pioneer VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K are both exemplary models in Pioneer’s range of home theater receivers, designed to deliver exceptional audio and video performance. These receivers highlight Pioneer's commitment to providing rich, immersive sound for a variety of entertainment formats.

One of the most significant features of the VSX-918V-K is its advanced 7.1 channel surround sound capability. This allows for a true multi-channel experience, making it an ideal choice for movie enthusiasts and gamers who seek depth and clarity in their audio. The VSX-818V-K, while being slightly less powerful with a 7.1 channel setup, still provides excellent audio performance with its clean and dynamic sound output, ensuring an engaging home cinema experience.

Both models are equipped with Pioneer’s latest Auto Room Tuning technology, which customizes the sound based on the room’s acoustics. This system utilizes a microphone and advanced algorithms to analyze the sound environment, adjusting settings to optimize performance. As a result, users can enjoy balanced audio whether they are in a small living room or a large theater space.

Another impressive feature is the incorporation of HDMI 1.3a support in both receivers, enabling high-definition audio and video passthrough. This capability ensures compatibility with the latest Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and other HD devices. The receivers support various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, offering high-resolution sound that complements the latest film releases and video games.

In terms of connectivity, both the VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K feature multiple inputs, including composite and component video inputs, as well as optical and coaxial digital audio inputs. This extensive connectivity allows users to easily connect their devices and manage them through the intuitive on-screen GUI.

The models also boast a sleek design, with an appealing aesthetic that fits seamlessly into modern home theater setups. Their user-friendly interfaces and remote controls make navigation easy, ensuring that even non-technical users can enjoy a premium audio-visual experience.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K provide a robust set of features, ensuring outstanding audio fidelity and versatility, making them excellent choices for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment systems.
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