Pioneer VSX-74TXVI, VSX-74TXVi-S, VSX-72TXV-S manual Contents

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

Contents

01 Before you start

Checking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

02 5 minute guide

Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . . 9 Playing a source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

03 Connecting your equipment

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 When making cable connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting your TV and DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other

set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and

other video sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Using the component video jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connecting digital audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 About the WMA9 Pro decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting analog audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting a component to the front panel inputs . . 16 Installing your speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Placing the speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 AM loop antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 FM wire antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connecting external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 AC outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

05 Listening to your system

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Listening in stereo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Selecting MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using surround back channel processing . . . . . . . . . 29 Using the Virtual Surround Back mode . . . . . . . . . . 29

06 Using the tuner

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Improving FM stereo sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Naming station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

07 The System Setup menu

Making receiver settings from the System

Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Automatic MCACC (Expert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Manual MCACC setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Fine Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Acoustic Calibration EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Data Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Bass Peak Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 X-Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 THX Audio Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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04 Controls and displays

 

08 Other connections

 

Front panel

21

 

Operating range of remote control unit

22

Connecting an iPod

45

Display

23

Connecting your iPod to the receiver

45

Remote control

24

Playing music from your iPod

45

 

 

Using XM Radio

46

 

 

Connecting your XM Radio receiver

46

 

 

Listening to XM Radio

47

 

 

Saving channel presets

47

 

 

Using the XM Menu

47

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Contents VSX-72TXV VSX-72TXV-S Federal Communications Declaration of Conformity AddressPhone Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Other Settings Using other functionsControlling the rest of your system Additional informationBefore you start Automatically setting up for surround sound Mcacc Minute guideMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theater02 5 minute guide EnterBetter sound using Phase Control Problems when using the Auto Mcacc SetupMinute guide Playing a sourceConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentAbout the video converter Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD player Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR Or other set-top box Other video sourcesUse an optical cable for the connection VSX-74TXViUsing the component video jacks For a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 outputsUse a three-way component video cable DVD playerConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources About the WMA9 Pro decoderConnecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sources Connecting a component to the front panel inputsSelect these inputs using Input Select remote or Input Selector dial front panel to selectConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersSubwoofer Front Left Right CenterPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsBanana plug connections Connecting antennas THX speaker system setupAM loop antenna Assemble the stand as shown in the illustrationFM wire antenna Connecting external antennasPlugging in the receiver AC outletControls and displays Controls and displays ChapterFront panel STANDBY/ONOperating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysControls and displays Display Controls and displays Remote control ReceiverInput Select 6TUNE/ST /ENTERStatus MultiopeShift SourceListening to your system Listening to your system ChapterAuto playback Listening in surround soundUsing the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effectsTHX Games Mode Listening to your systemUsing Stream Direct Selecting Mcacc presetsChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Listening in stereoUsing surround back channel processing Using the Virtual Surround Back modeUsing the tuner Using the tuner ChapterTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioUsing the tuner Saving station presets Naming station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzSystem Setup menu System Setup menu ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu 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 LevelWhen youre finished, press Return Fine Speaker DistanceStanding Wave 10dB as necessarySelect ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Acoustic Calibration EQHow to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ How to interpret the graphical outputSelect ‘EQ Professional’ then press Enter Using Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSelect an option and press Enter Copying Mcacc preset data Checking Mcacc preset dataData Management Manual speaker setup Speaker SettingRenaming Mcacc presets Clearing Mcacc presetsSelect ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect a setup option Confirm your selected setup optionBass Peak Level Speaker DistanceEnter THX Audio Setting CurveConnecting an iPod Connecting your iPod to the receiverOther connections Other connections ChapterUsing XM Radio Connecting your XM Radio receiverOther connections Basic playback controlsUsing the XM Menu Saving channel presetsListening to channel presets Listening to XM RadioOther connections Connecting using Hdmi About HdmiOther connections Using the i.LINK interface VSX-74TXVi onlyYou will return to the Other Setup menu About i.LINKChecking the i.LINK inputs About Pqls rate controlSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Connecting the multichannel analog inputsUse standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connections Second Zone speaker B setup Switching the speaker system 2nd Zone setting only.1Bi-amping your front speakers Connect your speakers as shown belowOther connections Bi-wiring your speakers Connecting additional amplifiersMaking multi-room connections Surround Back System multi-room setup ZoneSub room Input sources available Secondary multi-room setup Zone Using the multi-room controlsPress Control to select the sub rooms you want.2 Connecting an IR receiver Multi-room remote controlsInput SelectPioneer plasma Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display Pioneer plasmaDisplay DVD player Satellite receiver, etcOther connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Advanced Mcacc output using your PCOther Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Setup menu Other Settings Other Setup menuInput function default and possible settings Select ‘Other Setup’ then press EnterSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Multi-Room and IR receiver setupOSD Adjustment Using other functions Using other functions ChapterSetting the AV options Setting What it does OptionsPlaying a different source when recording Using other functionsMaking an audio or a video recording Using the sleep timer Switching the speaker impedanceChecking your system settings Dimming the displayResetting the system Default system settingsDisplay shows RESET? Setting DefaultSetting the remote to control other components Selecting preset codes directlyProgramming signals from other remote controls Controlling the rest of your systemErasing one of the remote control button settings Resetting the remote control presetsConfirming preset codes Controlling the rest of your systemRenaming input source names Direct functionMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing multi operations Using System offControlling the rest of your system Controls for TVs Controls for other componentsButtons Function Components TV CH +Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensorCH + Troubleshooting PowerAdditional information Additional information ChapterSymptomRemedy Other audio problemsAdditional information Phase Control feature SettingsVideo Professional Calibration EQ graphical output Display96kHz Link interface Remote controlPqls OFF or Pqls on is USB interface Link messagesMessage Explanation IPod messages Symptom Cause ActionXM radio messages Dolby Additional information Surround sound formatsWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THX Listening modes with different input signal formats Stereo 2 channel signal formatsStandard 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.

The VSX-74TXVi is a high-performance receiver that supports a wide range of audio formats and provides impressive connectivity options. One of its main features is the incorporation of Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, allowing users to experience studio-quality sound. The model also supports multi-channel audio setups, making it ideal for immersive 7.1 surround sound environments. The Automatic MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) optimizes the sound based on the room's acoustic characteristics, enhancing the overall listening experience.

On the other hand, the VSX-72TXV-S offers many similar features but focuses on delivering high-definition audio and video. With support for HDMI inputs, it facilitates easy switching between multiple HD sources while maintaining top-notch audio quality. The inclusion of 1080p video upscaling allows users to enjoy standard-definition content in much higher resolutions, enhancing picture clarity for a better viewing experience.

Both models boast Zone 2 and Zone 3 capabilities, enabling audio distribution to different areas of a home, thus providing flexibility for playing music in various rooms. They also feature a user-friendly interface with an on-screen display, allowing users to navigate through options with ease.

In addition to robust audio performance, these Pioneers are designed with a focus on aesthetic appeal and durability. Their sleek designs make them an elegant addition to any entertainment setup. The VSX-74TXVi and VSX-72TXV also include built-in amplifier technologies, ensuring efficient power delivery and reliable performance over extended periods.

The VSX series exemplifies Pioneer's commitment to quality and innovation, providing features that enhance the home entertainment experience while ensuring compatibility with modern technologies. Overall, these models embody a combination of versatility, high fidelity, and user-friendly functionality, making them standout choices for any home theater system.
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