Pioneer VSX-90TXV Fine Speaker Distance, Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ

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The System Setup menu

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When it sounds like both tones are the same volume, press  to confirm and continue to the next channel.

3a.Fine Channel Level

L

+

0.0dB (Reference)

R

[

 

0.0dB ]

 

 

C

 

+

1.0dB

 

 

 

 

SL

[

 

-3.0dB

]

 

 

 

SR

[+ 10.0dB ]

 

 

SBL

[– 10.0dB ]

 

 

SBR

[+

9.5dB ]

 

 

SW

[–

1.5dB ]

 

 

 

 

:Finish

For comparison purposes, the reference speaker will change depending on which speaker you select.

If you want to go back and adjust a channel, simply use / to select it.

4When you're finished, press RETURN. You return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Fine Speaker Distance

• Default setting: 10.0 ft. (3.0 m) (all channels)

For proper sound depth and separation with your system, it is necessary to add a slight bit of delay to some speakers so that all sounds will arrive at the listening position at the same time. The following setting can help you make detailed adjustments that you may not achieve using the Manual speaker setup below.

1Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

The volume increases to the reference level.

3.Manual MCACC

a.Fine Ch Level b.Fine SP Distance c.Advanced EQ Setup d.EQ Data Copy

e.EQ CUSTOM1 Adjust f .EQ CUSTOM2 Adjust g.EQ Data Check

:Return

2Adjust the distance of the left channel from the listening position.

3b.Fine SP Distance

L(Reference)

10.0 ft

3Select each channel in turn and adjust the

distance as necessary.

Use / to adjust the delay of the speaker you selected to match the reference speaker. The delay is measured in terms of speaker distance from 0.5 to 45.0 feet.

3b.Fine

SP

Distance

L

 

10.0ft (Reference)

R

[

9.0ft ]

 

 

 

 

C

 

9.5ft

 

 

 

 

 

SL

[

6.0ft

]

 

 

 

 

SR

[

6.5ft ]

 

 

 

 

SBL

[

6.0ft ]

 

 

 

 

SBR

[

6.5ft ]

 

 

 

 

SW

[ 12.5ft ]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

:Finish

Listen to the reference speaker and use it to measure the target channel. From the listening position, face the two speakers with your arms outstretched pointing at each speaker. Try to make the two tones sound as if they are arriving simultaneously at a position slightly in front of

you and between your arm span.1

When it sounds like the delay settings are matched up, press ENTER to confirm and continue to the next channel.

For comparison purposes, the reference speaker will change depending on which speaker you select.

If you want to go back and adjust a channel, simply use / to select it.

4When you're finished, press RETURN. You return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ

Acoustic Calibration Equalization is a kind of speaker equalizer. It works by measuring the acoustic characteristics of your listening room and turning the ambient environment into a natural state to reproduce the source sound as it was originally recorded. This is an equalizer that enables a ‘flat’ setting.

ENTER:Next :Cancel

After pressing ENTER, test tones will be output.

This setting minimizes the undesirable reverberation of your listening room based on the sound directly coming from the speakers. You can select a correction time period during the automatic calibration.

If you’re not satisfied with the automatic adjustment provided in Automatically setting up for surround sound (Auto MCACC) on page 8, you can also adjust these settings manually to get a frequency balance that suits your tastes.

Note

1 If you can’t seem to achieve this by adjusting the distance setting, you may need to change the angle of your speakers very slightly.

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Contents VSX-90TXV Model Number Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityPhone Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Other Settings Using other functionsOther connections Controlling the rest of your systemBefore you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter When installing this unit, make sure to leave space Installing the receiverBefore you start Checking what’s in the box VentilationMinute guide Automatically setting up for surround sound Auto Mcacc02 5 minute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterFollow the instructions on-screen Minute guideProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Better sound using Phase Control02 5 minute guide Playing a sourceConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentAbout the video converter Use a coaxial cable designed for digital audio Connect using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable342 DVD playerUsing the component video jacks Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesDVR, VCR, etc Use a three-way component video cable Connecting using HdmiOn an HDMI-compatible monitor.1 About Hdmi Connecting digital audio sourcesCD-R, MD, DAT, etc Connecting a component to the front panel inputs Connecting analog audio sourcesAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Tape deck, etcConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsBanana plug connections 10 mm 3/8THX speaker system setup Connecting antennasPlugging in the receiver Connecting external antennasAC outlet Out before unpluggingControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel Controls and displays Operating range of remote control unitControls and displays Display RECEIVER Controls and displays Remote controlInput Select SelectShift Multi OPESOURCE ReceiverListening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemListening in surround sound Auto playbackUsing the Advanced surround effects Using the Home THX modesTHX Games Mode Listening to your systemSetting the effect options Using Front Stage Surround AdvancePress EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settings Setting What it does OptionsChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Using Stream DirectUsing surround back channel processing Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Using the Sound Retriever Listening to your system Using Midnight and LoudnessUsing the tone controls Press Tone to select the frequency you want to adjustUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerSaving station presets Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tunerListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Surround back speaker settingManual Mcacc setup System Setup menuSelect ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menu Select ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuVolume increases to the reference level Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuFine Speaker Distance Professional Acoustic Calibration EQCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyFront Align Speaker Setting System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSelect ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Channel Level Crossover NetworkTHX Speaker Setup THX Audio SettingSpeaker Distance Connecting your iPod to the receiver Connecting an iPodOther connections Other connections ChapterConnecting your XM Radio receiver Using XM RadioWatching photos and video content Other connectionsSaving channel presets Using XM HD SurroundListening to XM Radio Selecting channels and browsing by genreConnecting your Sirius Connect Tuner Using Sirius RadioUsing the XM Menu Listening to channel presetsPress Sirius SHIFT+TV to switch to the Sirius input Using the Sirius MenuSirius Menu provides additional Sirius Radio features Listening to Sirius RadioSpeaker B setup Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSwitching the speaker system Selecting the multichannel analog inputsBi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Basic MULTI-ZONE setup Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersMULTI-ZONE listening Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsSurround Back System MULTI-ZONE setup Using the MULTI-ZONE controlsMULTI-ZONE remote controls Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger Other connections Connecting an IR receiverRemote sensor on the front panel of this receiver.1 TV/SAT DVD playerAudio SR+ Dimmer Other Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsOther Setup menu Other SettingsDynamic Range Control Setup Assigning the Hdmi inputsLFE Attenuator Setup Dual Mono SetupSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Video Converter SetupVolt Trigger setup Multi Zone SetupUsing other functions Chapter Using other functionsReducing the level of an analog signal Using the sleep timerSwitching the speaker impedance Using other functions Dimming the displayResetting the system Press System Setup to confirmControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system Select the button for the command you want to inputMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing System off Using multi operationsControls for TVs Buttons Function ComponentsMD/CD-R/ DVR Function ComponentsDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Power TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterSymptomRemedy Other audio problemsAdditional information Video SettingsAssign menu on DisplaySymptom Cause Action Remote controlIPod messages Sirius radio messages XM radio messagesDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsWindows MediaTM Audio 9 Professional About THXStereo 2 channel signal formats Listening modes with different input signal formatsStandard Auto SurroundInput signal format Standard Multichannel signal formatsCleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsOnce you have established a comfortable sound level To establish a safe levelDecibel Level Example Pioneer Corporation

VSX-90TXV specifications

The Pioneer VSX-90TXV is a powerhouse of a receiver that caters to the most discerning audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts. With its robust build and an impressive array of features, this model stands out as a staple in the Pioneer lineup, making it a noteworthy option for anyone looking to enhance their audio experience.

One of the most significant features of the VSX-90TXV is its impressive multi-channel amplification. It offers a powerful output of 135 watts per channel at 8 ohms, ensuring that even the most demanding audio signals are handled with ease. This receiver supports a variety of configurations, including 7.1 channel surround sound, delivering an immersive audio environment that brings movies, music, and gaming to life.

The VSX-90TXV is equipped with advanced surround sound technologies. It supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio formats, providing lossless audio that retains the original quality of recordings. The inclusion of Pioneer's proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) allows users to optimize their speaker setup for any room, by analyzing and adjusting the acoustics to provide the best possible sound.

Connectivity is another strong suit of the VSX-90TXV. It features multiple HDMI inputs, allowing for a hassle-free connection to various devices. With support for 4K Ultra HD pass-through and HDR (High Dynamic Range), it ensures that users can enjoy high-quality video along with high-fidelity audio. Additionally, there are plenty of analog and digital inputs for versatility with other audio sources.

Another remarkable aspect of the VSX-90TXV is its compatibility with wireless technologies, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. This allows for effortless streaming from a variety of devices, making it simple to enjoy music from smartphones, tablets, and computers. Pioneer's proprietary FireConnect technology also facilitates multi-room audio, allowing music to be played throughout the home in different zones.

Design-wise, the receiver features a sleek, modern aesthetic that blends seamlessly into any home entertainment setup. The intuitive interface and remote control make navigation simple, ensuring that users can easily access all the receiver’s features.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-90TXV combines powerful amplification, advanced surround sound technology, and versatile connectivity options, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to elevate their home audio experience. Whether it’s for cinematic thrills or soulful music sessions, this receiver delivers on all fronts.