Pioneer VSX-72TXV, VSX-74TXVI manual Using other functions, Making an audio or a video recording

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Using other functions

10

Setting

What it does

Option(s)

Contrast

Adjusts the contrast between light

–10 to +10

 

and dark.

Default: 0

 

 

 

Hue

Adjusts the red/green balance.

–10 to +10

 

 

Default: 0

 

 

 

a.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode (also available with 2 Pro Logic II 5.1 channel sound).

b.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:6 Music mode.

c.You shouldn't have any problems using this with most SACD discs, but if the sound distorts, it is best to switch the gain setting back to 0dB.

3 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.

4Start recording, then start playback of the source component.

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). 1

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 10 for more on connections).

You can record using different video connections interchangeably, but you won’t be able to record sources connected to the HDMI input. See About the video converter on page 11 for more on this.

For more information about video connections, see Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sources on page 13.

RECEIVER INPUT

SYSTEM OFF

SOURCE

SELECT

 

CD

TV

VIDEO 2

 

DVD

SAT

VIDEO1

TVCONT

DVR2

CD-R

XMRADIO

ROOM2/3

DVR1

iPod

TUNER

RECEIVER

1 Select the source you want to record.

Use the input source buttons (or INPUT SELECT).

Playing a different source when recording

Using this receiver, it’s possible to listen to a different source than the one you’re recording.

SPEAKERS

 

(TUNE +)

 

BAND

MULTI – ROOM &

VIDEO

SIGNAL

SBch

 

 

 

SOURCE/REC SEL

STEREO

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL ON/OFF

SELECT

SELECT

PROCESSING

 

AV

 

TUNER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PARAMETER

 

EDIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO/GAME 2 INPUT

 

PHONES

(ST –)

ENTER

(ST +)

MCACC

 

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP MIC

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP

 

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(TUNE –)

 

 

DIGITAL IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L AUDIO

R

1During recording, press the REC SELECT CONTROL button on the front panel until RECOUT shows in the display.2

2While RECOUT shows in the display, use the

INPUT SELECTOR dial to select the source you want to record.

When RECOUT SOURCE shows in the display, you will hear the source you’re currently listening to. After RECOUT disappears from the display, you can select the input source you want to hear from the main system without affecting your recording.3

Tip

•If you have a digital recorder connected to the DIGITAL OUT1 (ROOM3) digital output and ZONE 3 is switched on (see Using the multi-room controls on page 56), you can also select a different input source for this output while ZONE 3 shows in the display.

•If necessary, press SIGNAL SELECT to select the input signal corresponding to the source component (see Choosing the input signal on page 28 for more on this).

2 Prepare the source you want to record.

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

Note

1.• The receiver's volume, AV parameters (the tone controls, for example), and surround effects have no effect on the recorded signal.

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

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

2.If RECOUT does not appear in the display, you may have to switch ZONE 2 off by pressing MULTI ROOM & SOURCE ON/OFF and selecting either ZONE 3 or off (the MULTI-ROOMindicator disappears). See Using the multi-room controls on page 56 for more on this.

3.Note that switching the ROOM 2 input source (as explained in Multi-room listening on page 55) also changes the RECOUT input source.

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Contents VSX-72TXV VSX-72TXV-S Address Federal Communications Declaration of ConformityPhone Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Using other functions Other SettingsControlling the rest of your system Additional informationBefore you start Minute guide Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterEnter 02 5 minute guideProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Better sound using Phase ControlMinute guide Playing a sourceRear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD player Or other set-top box Other video sources Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCRUse an optical cable for the connection VSX-74TXViFor a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 outputs Using the component video jacksUse a three-way component video cable DVD playerAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesSelect these inputs using Input Select remote or Input Selector dial front panel to selectConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemSubwoofer Front Left Right CenterBanana plug connections Bare wire connectionsPlacing the speakers THX speaker system setup Connecting antennasAM loop antenna Assemble the stand as shown in the illustrationConnecting external antennas FM wire antennaPlugging in the receiver AC outletControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel STANDBY/ONControls and displays Operating range of remote control unitControls and displays Display Receiver Controls and displays Remote controlInput Select 6TUNE/ST /ENTERMultiope StatusShift SourceListening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemAuto playback Listening in surround soundUsing the Advanced surround effects Using the Home THX modesTHX Games Mode Listening to your systemSelecting Mcacc presets Using Stream DirectChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Listening in stereoUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Using surround back channel processingUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tuner Saving station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Select the setting you want to adjustPoint System Setup menuMake sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press Enter Surround back speaker settingFine Channel Level Manual Mcacc setupFine Speaker Distance When youre finished, press ReturnStanding Wave 10dB as necessarySelect ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Acoustic Calibration EQHow to interpret the graphical output How to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSelect an option and press Enter Using Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSelect ‘EQ Professional’ then press Enter Data Management Checking Mcacc preset dataCopying Mcacc preset data Speaker Setting Manual speaker setupRenaming Mcacc presets Clearing Mcacc presetsSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect a setup option Confirm your selected setup optionEnter Speaker DistanceBass Peak Level Curve THX Audio SettingConnecting your iPod to the receiver Connecting an iPodOther connections Other connections ChapterConnecting your XM Radio receiver Using XM RadioOther connections Basic playback controlsSaving channel presets Using the XM MenuListening to channel presets Listening to XM RadioAbout Hdmi Other connections Connecting using HdmiVSX-74TXVi only Other connections Using the i.LINK interfaceAbout i.LINK You will return to the Other Setup menuChecking the i.LINK inputs About Pqls rate controlUse standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connections Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Second Zone speaker B setup 2nd Zone setting only.1 Switching the speaker systemBi-amping your front speakers Connect your speakers as shown belowConnecting additional amplifiers Other connections Bi-wiring your speakersSub room Input sources available Surround Back System multi-room setup ZoneMaking multi-room connections Press Control to select the sub rooms you want.2 Using the multi-room controlsSecondary multi-room setup Zone Multi-room remote controls Connecting an IR receiverInput SelectPioneer plasma Pioneer plasma Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayDisplay DVD player Satellite receiver, etcAdvanced Mcacc output using your PC Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputInput Setup menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Other Setup menu Other SettingsInput function default and possible settings Select ‘Other Setup’ then press EnterOSD Adjustment Multi-Room and IR receiver setupSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Using other functions Chapter Using other functionsSetting the AV options Setting What it does OptionsMaking an audio or a video recording Using other functionsPlaying a different source when recording Switching the speaker impedance Using the sleep timerChecking your system settings Dimming the displayDefault system settings Resetting the systemDisplay shows RESET? Setting DefaultSelecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsProgramming signals from other remote controls Controlling the rest of your systemResetting the remote control presets Erasing one of the remote control button settingsConfirming preset codes Controlling the rest of your systemDirect function Renaming input source namesMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing System off Using multi operationsControls for other components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsButtons Function Components TV CH +CH + Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensorDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Power TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterAdditional information Other audio problemsSymptomRemedy Video SettingsPhase Control feature 96kHz DisplayProfessional Calibration EQ graphical output Pqls OFF or Pqls on is Remote controlLink interface Message Explanation Link messagesUSB interface XM radio messages Symptom Cause ActionIPod messages Windows Media Audio 9 Professional Additional information Surround sound formatsDolby About THX Stereo 2 channel signal formats Listening modes with different input signal formatsStandard Auto SurroundInput signal format Standard Multichannel signal formatsUnavailable with only one surround back speaker connected Surround Back speakers Input signal formatCleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsOur philosophy FeaturesARB7334-A Pioneer Corporation

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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