Pioneer VSX-74TXVi-S, VSX-74TXVI, VSX-72TXV Using the tuner Chapter, Listening to the radio

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06Using the tuner

Chapter 6:

Using the tuner

Listening to the radio

The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the frequency of the station you want, see Tuning directly to a station below. Once you are tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for recall later—see Saving station presets on page 31 for more on how to do this.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1Press the TUNER button to select the tuner.

2Use the BAND button to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

Each press switches the band between FM and AM.

3Tune to a station.

There are three ways to do this:

Automatic tuning

To search for stations in the currently selected band,

press and hold TUNE for about a second. The receiver will start searching for the next station, stopping when it has found one. Repeat to search for other stations.

Manual tuning

To change the frequency one step at a time, press

TUNE .

High speed tuning

Press and hold TUNE for high speed tuning. Release the button at the frequency you want.

Improving FM stereo sound

If the TUNED or STEREO indicators don't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast.

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Tuning directly to a station

Sometimes, you'll already know the frequency of the station you want to listen to. In this case, you can simply enter the frequency directly using the number buttons on the remote control.

1Press the TUNER button to select the tuner.

2Use the BAND button to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

Each press switches the band between FM and AM.

3Press D.ACCESS (Direct Access).

4Use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the radio station.

For example, to tune to 106.00 (FM), press 1, 0, 6, 0, 0.

If you make a mistake halfway through, press D.ACCESS twice to cancel the frequency and start over.

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Contents VSX-72TXV VSX-72TXV-S Phone Federal Communications Declaration of ConformityAddress Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Controlling the rest of your system Other SettingsUsing other functions Additional informationBefore you start Minute guide Chapter Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMinute guide Introduction to home theater02 5 minute guide EnterMinute guide Better sound using Phase ControlProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Playing a sourceConnecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsAbout the video converter Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD player Use an optical cable for the connection Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCROr other set-top box Other video sources VSX-74TXViUse a three-way component video cable Using the component video jacksFor a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 outputs DVD playerConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources About the WMA9 Pro decoderSelect these inputs using Input Select remote or Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Input Selector dial front panel to selectSubwoofer Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemConnecting the speakers Front Left Right CenterBare wire connections Placing the speakersBanana plug connections AM loop antenna Connecting antennasTHX speaker system setup Assemble the stand as shown in the illustrationPlugging in the receiver FM wire antennaConnecting external antennas AC outletFront panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter STANDBY/ONOperating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysControls and displays Display Input Select Controls and displays Remote controlReceiver 6TUNE/ST /ENTERShift StatusMultiope SourceAuto playback Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Listening in surround soundTHX Games Mode Using the Home THX modesUsing the Advanced surround effects Listening to your systemChoosing the input signal Using Stream DirectSelecting Mcacc presets Listening to your system Listening in stereoUsing surround back channel processing Using the Virtual Surround Back modeTuning 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 AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Select the setting you want to adjustSystem Setup menu PointSurround back speaker setting Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press EnterManual Mcacc setup Fine Channel LevelStanding Wave When youre finished, press ReturnFine Speaker Distance 10dB as necessarySelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Acoustic Calibration EQHow to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ How to interpret the graphical outputUsing Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ Select ‘EQ Professional’ then press EnterSelect an option and press Enter Checking Mcacc preset data Copying Mcacc preset dataData Management Renaming Mcacc presets Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Clearing Mcacc presetsSelect a setup option Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Confirm your selected setup optionSpeaker Distance Bass Peak LevelEnter THX Audio Setting CurveOther connections Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connections ChapterOther connections Using XM RadioConnecting your XM Radio receiver Basic playback controlsListening to channel presets Using the XM MenuSaving channel presets Listening to XM RadioOther connections Connecting using Hdmi About HdmiOther connections Using the i.LINK interface VSX-74TXVi onlyChecking the i.LINK inputs You will return to the Other Setup menuAbout i.LINK About Pqls rate controlConnecting the multichannel analog inputs Selecting the multichannel analog inputsUse standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connections Second Zone speaker B setup Bi-amping your front speakers Switching the speaker system2nd Zone setting only.1 Connect your speakers as shown belowOther connections Bi-wiring your speakers Connecting additional amplifiersSurround Back System multi-room setup Zone Making multi-room connectionsSub room Input sources available Using the multi-room controls Secondary multi-room setup ZonePress Control to select the sub rooms you want.2 Input Connecting an IR receiverMulti-room remote controls SelectPioneer plasma Display Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma DVD player Satellite receiver, etcOther connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Advanced Mcacc output using your PCOther Settings Other Settings ChapterInput Setup menu Input function default and possible settings Other SettingsOther Setup menu Select ‘Other Setup’ then press EnterMulti-Room and IR receiver setup SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysOSD Adjustment Setting the AV options Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Setting What it does OptionsUsing other functions Playing a different source when recordingMaking an audio or a video recording Checking your system settings Using the sleep timerSwitching the speaker impedance Dimming the displayDisplay shows RESET? Resetting the systemDefault system settings Setting DefaultProgramming signals from other remote controls Setting the remote to control other componentsSelecting preset codes directly Controlling the rest of your systemConfirming preset codes Erasing one of the remote control button settingsResetting the remote control presets Controlling the rest of your systemMulti Operation and System Off Renaming input source namesDirect function Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing multi operations Using System offButtons Function Components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsControls for other components TV CH +Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor Decide which component you want to use the remote sensorCH + Additional information TroubleshootingPower Additional information ChapterOther audio problems SymptomRemedyAdditional information Settings Phase Control featureVideo Display Professional Calibration EQ graphical output96kHz Remote control Link interfacePqls OFF or Pqls on is Link messages USB interfaceMessage Explanation Symptom Cause Action IPod messagesXM radio messages Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THX Standard Listening modes with different input signal formatsStereo 2 channel signal formats Auto SurroundMultichannel signal formats Input signal format StandardSurround Back speakers Input signal format Unavailable with only one surround back speaker connectedAdditional information Specifications Cleaning the unitFeatures Our philosophyPioneer Corporation ARB7334-A

VSX-72TXV, VSX-74TXVi-S, VSX-72TXV-S, VSX-74TXVI specifications

The Pioneer VSX-74TXVi and VSX-72TXV series are renowned for their exceptional sound quality and versatile features, making them a popular choice among audio enthusiasts and home theater aficionados. These models stand out for their advanced technologies and comprehensive functionalities, catering to both music and movie lovers.

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