Pioneer VSX-74TXVI, VSX-74TXVi-S, VSX-72TXV-S manual Video, Settings, Phase Control feature

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Symptom

Remedy

Can't record audio.

• You can only make a digital recording from a digital source, and an analog recording from an analog

 

source.

 

• For digital sources, make sure that what you’re recording isn’t copy protected.

 

• Check that the OUT jacks are properly connected to the recorders input jacks (see Connecting analog

 

audio sources on page 16).

 

 

Subwoofer output is very low.

• To route more signal to the subwoofer, set it to PLUS or set the front speakers to SMALL (see Speaker

 

Setting on page 41).

 

 

Everything seems to be set up

• The speakers may be out of phase. Check that the positive/negative speaker terminals on the receiver are

correctly, but the playback sound

matched with the corresponding terminals on the speakers (see Connecting the speakers on page 17).

is odd.

 

 

 

The PHASE CONTROL feature

•If applicable, check that the lowpass filter switch on your subwoofer is off, or the lowpass cutoff is set to

doesn’t seem to have an audible

the highest frequency setting. If there is a PHASE setting on your subwoofer, set it to 0º (or depending on

effect.

the subwoofer, the setting where you think it has the best overall effect on the sound).

 

• Make sure the speaker distance setting is correct for all speakers (see Speaker Distance on page 43).

 

 

Noise or hum can be heard even

• Check that personal computers or other digital components connected to the same power source are not

when there is no sound being

causing interference.

input.

 

 

 

There seems to be a time lag

• See Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 7 to set up your system again using

between the speakers and the

MCACC (this will automatically compensate for a delay in the subwoofer output).

output of the subwoofer.

 

 

 

The maximum volume available

• This is not a malfunction. If the levels in Channel Level on page 42 have been adjusted, the maximum

(shown in the front panel display)

volume will change accordingly.

is lower than the +12dB

 

maximum.

 

 

 

Video

Symptom

No image is output when an input is selected.

Remedy

•Check the video connections of the source component (see page 13).

•For high-definition video (using component video connections), or when digital video conversion is switched off (in Setting the AV options on page 64), you must connect your TV to this receiver using the same type of video cable as you used to connect your video component.

•Make sure the input assignment is correct for components connected using component or S-video cables (see The Input Setup menu on page 61).

•A separate video source has been selected using VIDEO SELECT (see Watching video and audio sources independently on page 66).

•Check the video output settings of the source component.

•Check that the video input you selected on your TV is correct.

Can’t record video.

• Check that the source is not copy-protected.

 

• The video converter is not available when making recordings. Check that the same type of video cable is

 

used for connecting both the recorder and the video source (the one you want to record) to this receiver.

 

 

Settings

Symptom

Remedy

The Auto MCACC Setup

• The ambient noise level may be too high. Keep the noise level in the room as low as possible (see also

continually shows an error.

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 9). If the noise level cannot be kept low enough, you

 

will have to set up the surround sound manually (page 41).

 

 

After using the Auto MCACC

• There may have been some low frequency noise in the room from an air-conditioner, motor, etc. Switch

Setup, the speaker size setting is

off all other appliances in the room and use Auto MCACC Setup again.

incorrect.

• Depending on a number of factors (room size, speaker placement, etc.) this may occur in some cases.

 

Change the speaker setting manually in Speaker Setting on page 41, and use the ALL (Keep SPsetting)

 

option for the Auto Mode in Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 32 if this is a recurring problem.

 

 

Can’t adjust the Fine Speaker

• Check that the speakers are all in phase (make sure the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are

Distance setting (page 36)

matched up properly).

properly.

 

 

 

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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.

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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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