Pioneer VSX-90TXV operating instructions 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

 

04 Controls and displays

 

Features

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Front panel

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Checking what’s in the box

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Operating range of remote control unit

23

Ventilation

7

Display

24

Installing the receiver

7

Remote control

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Loading the batteries

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02 5 minute guide

Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Automatically setting up for surround sound

(Auto MCACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . 10 Playing a source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

03 Connecting your equipment

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 When making cable connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Connecting your TV and DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other

set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Using the component video jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting digital audio sources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 About the WMA9 Pro decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting analog audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a component to the front panel

inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Installing your speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Placing the speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connecting external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 AC outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

05 Listening to your system

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Setting the effect options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Listening in stereo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Using Front Stage Surround Advance. . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Using surround back channel processing . . . . . . . . . 30 Using the Virtual Surround Back mode . . . . . . . . . . 31 Using Midnight and Loudness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the Sound Retriever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Enhancing dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the tone controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

06 Using the tuner

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Improving FM stereo sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Saving station presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Naming station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

07 The System Setup menu

Making receiver settings from the System Setup

menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Manual MCACC setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fine Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Contents VSX-90TXV Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Model NumberPhone Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Using other functions Other SettingsOther connections Controlling the rest of your systemBefore you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Installing the receiver When installing this unit, make sure to leave spaceBefore you start Checking what’s in the box VentilationAutomatically setting up for surround sound Auto Mcacc Minute guide02 5 minute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterMinute guide Follow the instructions on-screenBetter sound using Phase Control Problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup02 5 minute guide Playing a sourceConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentAbout the video converter Connect using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable Use a coaxial cable designed for digital audio342 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 analog audio sources Connecting a component to the front panel inputsAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Tape deck, etcConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersBare wire connections Placing the speakersBanana plug connections 10 mm 3/8Connecting antennas THX speaker system setupConnecting external antennas Plugging in the receiverAC outlet Out before unpluggingControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel Operating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysControls and displays Display Controls and displays Remote control RECEIVERInput Select SelectMulti OPE ShiftSOURCE ReceiverListening to your system Listening to your system ChapterListening in surround sound Auto playbackUsing the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effectsTHX Games Mode Listening to your systemUsing Front Stage Surround Advance Setting the effect optionsPress EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settings Setting What it does OptionsListening to your system Using Stream Direct Choosing the input signalUsing surround back channel processing Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Listening to your system Using Midnight and Loudness Using the Sound RetrieverUsing the tone controls Press Tone to select the frequency you want to adjustUsing the tuner Using the tuner ChapterSaving station presets Listening to the radioUsing the tuner Naming station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzSystem Setup menu System Setup menu ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Surround back speaker settingSystem Setup menu Manual Mcacc setupSelect ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menu Select ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Volume increases to the reference levelFine Speaker Distance Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsChecking 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 Crossover Network Channel LevelTHX Speaker Setup THX Audio SettingSpeaker Distance Connecting an iPod Connecting your iPod to the receiverOther connections Other connections ChapterUsing XM Radio Connecting your XM Radio receiverWatching photos and video content Other connectionsUsing XM HD Surround Saving channel presetsListening to XM Radio Selecting channels and browsing by genreUsing Sirius Radio Connecting your Sirius Connect TunerUsing the XM Menu Listening to channel presetsUsing the Sirius Menu Press Sirius SHIFT+TV to switch to the Sirius inputSirius Menu provides additional Sirius Radio features Listening to Sirius RadioConnecting the multichannel analog inputs Speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Selecting the multichannel analog inputsBi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Other connections Connecting additional amplifiers Basic MULTI-ZONE setupMULTI-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 Other Settings ChapterInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsOther Settings Other Setup menuDynamic Range Control Setup Assigning the Hdmi inputsDual Mono Setup LFE Attenuator SetupSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Video Converter SetupMulti Zone Setup Volt Trigger setupUsing other functions Using other functions ChapterReducing the level of an analog signal Using the sleep timerUsing other functions Dimming the display Switching the speaker impedanceResetting the system Press System Setup to confirmControlling the rest of your system Select the button for the command you want to input Controlling the rest of your systemMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing multi operations Using System offControls for TVs Buttons Function ComponentsFunction Components MD/CD-R/ DVRDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Troubleshooting PowerAdditional information Additional information ChapterSymptomRemedy Other audio problemsAdditional information Settings VideoDisplay Assign menu onSymptom Cause Action Remote controlIPod messages XM radio messages Sirius radio messagesAdditional information Surround sound formats DolbyAbout THX Windows MediaTM Audio 9 ProfessionalListening modes with different input signal formats Stereo 2 channel signal formatsStandard Auto SurroundMultichannel signal formats Input signal format StandardAdditional information Specifications Cleaning the unitOnce 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.
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