Pioneer VSX-90TXV Connecting the multichannel analog inputs, Speaker B setup

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• Password Set – Set the parental lock password.

3When you’re finished press TOP MENU to return to the reception display.

Connecting the multichannel analog inputs

For DVD Audio and SACD playback, your DVD player may have 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 channel analog outputs (depending on whether your player supports surround back

channels).1 Make sure that the player is set to output multichannel analog audio.

1Connect the front, surround, center and subwoofer outputs on your DVD player to the corresponding MULTI CH input jack on this receiver.

•Use standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connections.

2If your DVD player also has outputs for surround back channels, connect these to the corresponding MULTI CH input jacks on this receiver.

•Use standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connections.

•If there is a single surround back output, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) jack on this receiver.

Selecting the multichannel analog inputs

If you have connected a decoder or a DVD player as above, you must select the analog multichannel inputs

for surround sound playback.2

Speaker B setup

Caution

•Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. Plugging in components should be the last connection you make with your system.

•Be careful not to allow any contact between speaker wires from different terminals.

•You can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6 Ω to 16 Ω (please see Switching the

speaker impedance on page 60 if you plan to use speakers with an impedance of less than 8 Ω).

After selecting Speaker B in Surround back speaker setting on page 35, you can use the speakers connected to the (surround back) B speaker terminals on the rear panel to listen to stereo playback in another room. See Switching the speaker system below for the listening options with this setup.

1Connect a pair of speakers to the surround back speaker terminals on the rear panel.

Connect them the same way you connected your speakers in Installing your speaker system on page 18. Make sure to review Placing the speakers on page 19 when placing the speakers in another room.

2Select ‘Speaker B’ from the ‘Surr Back System’ menu.

See Surround back speaker setting on page 35 to do this.

1Make sure you have set the playback source to the proper output setting.

For example, you might need to set your DVD player to output multichannel analog audio.

2Press MULTI CH IN (front panel).

•Depending on the DVD player you’re using, the analog output level of the subwoofer channel may be too low. In this case switch the receiver into standby, then press  STANDBY/ON while holding down SBch PROCESSING on the front panel. This switches between SW IN +10dB (increase of 10 decibels) and SW IN 0dB (default) in the subwoofer channel.

Switching the speaker system

If you selected Speaker B in Surround back speaker setting on page 35, three speaker system settings are possible using the SPEAKERS button. If you selected Normal (SB) or Front Bi-Amp, the button will simply switch your main speaker system on or off. The options

below are for the Speaker B setting only.3

•Use the SPEAKERS button on the front panel to select a speaker system setting.

As mentioned above, if you have selected Normal (SB), the button will simply switch your main speaker system

(A) on or off.

Press repeatedly to choose a speaker system option:

•SPA – Sound is output from speaker system A and the same signal is output from the pre-out terminals.

Note

1To listen to multichannel analog audio you’ll need to select MULTI CH IN (see Selecting the multichannel analog inputs above for more on this).

2• When playback from the multichannel inputs is selected, you can’t use the sound processing features, SIGNAL SELECT, or any of the listening modes (including STEREO and the surround back channel processing).

•When playback from the multichannel inputs is selected, only the volume and channel levels can be set.

•You can’t listen to your speaker B system during playback from the multichannel inputs.

3• The subwoofer output depends on the settings you made in Manual speaker setup on page 40. However, if SPB is selected above, no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not downmixed).

•Depending on the settings in Surround back speaker setting on page 35 output from the surround back pre-out terminals may change.

•All speaker systems (except Speaker B connections) are switched off when headphones are connected.

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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 systemFeatures Before you startBefore 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 Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsAbout the video converter Connect using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable Use a coaxial cable designed for digital audio342 DVD playerConnecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sources Using the component video jacksDVR, VCR, etc Connecting using Hdmi Use a three-way component video cableOn an HDMI-compatible monitor.1 Connecting digital audio sources About HdmiCD-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 Controls and displays ChapterFront 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 settingsSetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually Checking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsFront Align System Setup menu Manual speaker setup Speaker SettingSelect ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Crossover Network Channel LevelTHX Audio Setting THX Speaker SetupSpeaker 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-wiring your speakers Bi-amping your front speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Other connections Connecting additional amplifiers Basic MULTI-ZONE setupMULTI-ZONE listening Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsUsing the MULTI-ZONE controls Surround Back System MULTI-ZONE setupMULTI-ZONE remote controls Other connections Connecting an IR receiver Switching components on and off using the 12 volt triggerRemote sensor on the front panel of this receiver.1 DVD player TV/SATAudio 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 ChapterOther audio problems SymptomRemedyAdditional information Settings VideoDisplay Assign menu onRemote control Symptom Cause ActionIPod 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 unitTo establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound 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.

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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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