Pioneer VSX-90TXV Other connections Connecting additional amplifiers, MULTI-ZONE listening, Large

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Connecting additional amplifiers

This receiver has more than enough power for any home use, but it’s possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system using the pre-outs. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers.

•Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

MULTI-ZONE listening

This receiver can power two independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper MULTI-

ZONE connections.1 Different sources can be playing in both zones at the same time or, depending on your needs, the same source can also be used. The main and sub zones have independent power (the main zone power can be off while the sub zone is on) and the sub zone can be controlled by the front panel controls. However, you may need to specify the volume setting in Multi Zone

AM LOOP

CENTER

PRE OUT

 

 

 

L

L

L (Single)

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

SUB

R SUR- SURROUND BACK

 

FRONT

WOOFER

 

ROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

12V

 

SIRIUS

 

 

 

 

TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

OUT

IN

MONITOR

(DC OUT 12V/

MULTI-ZONE

50mA MAX)

 

 

OUT

 

MONITOR ZONE 2 & SOURCE

 

 

 

 

OUT

R

L

OUT

IN

L

 

CENTER

L

L

DVR/VCR2

R

 

SUB

R

R

 

 

FRONT

 

SUR-

SURROUND

 

 

 

 

WOOFER

ROUND

BACK

 

 

MULTI CH IN

 

 

VSX-90TXV

ANALOG

INPUT

L R

Front channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

Center channel amplifier (mono)

ANALOG

INPUT

L R

Surround channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

L R

Surround back channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

Powered subwoofer

Setup on page 58.

Making MULTI-ZONE connections

It is possible to make these connections if you have a separate TV and speakers for your sub zone. You will also need a separate amplifier if you are not using the SurrBack System setup (see below). There are two MULTI-ZONE setups possible with this system:

Basic MULTI-ZONE setup

•Connect a separate amplifier to the MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE jacks and a TV monitor to the MULTI- ZONE & SOURCE MONITOR OUT jacks, both on the rear of this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the illustration below.

• You can use the additional amplifier on the surround

back channel pre-outs for a single speaker as well. In

this case plug the amplifier into the left (L (Single))

terminal only.

• The sound from the surround back terminals will

depend on how you have configured the Surround

back speaker setting on page 35.

• To hear sound only from the pre-outs, switch the

speaker system to OFF, or simply disconnect any

speakers that are connected directly to the receiver.

• If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front

 

 

GG

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

N

MONITOR

(DC OUT 12V/

MULTI-ZONE

50mA MAX)

 

OUT

MONITOR ZONE 2 & SOURCE

 

 

OUT

R

L

N

L

CENTER

L

L

 

Sub Zone

Main Zone

 

SPEAKER

A

R

FR

speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 40) to

LARGE.

 

 

 

OPTICAL

MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2

ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL

OUT

IR

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM LOOP

 

PRE OUT

 

 

 

1

 

 

COMPONENT VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

L

CENTER

L

 

 

(DVD/LD)

 

IN 1

Y

P

P

Y

 

P

P

 

 

L

 

 

 

(DVR/

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR1)

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

(TV/SAT)

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

(TV/SAT)

 

 

2

P

 

 

 

P

 

3

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

IN 3

Y

P

Y

 

P

 

R FRONT

SUB

SUR-

SURROUND BACK

 

 

 

(CD)

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

1

3

 

 

WOOFER

R ROUND

 

 

 

OUT

ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HDMI

1

3

 

S-VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIG-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NABLE

CONTROL

iPod

 

IN

IN

 

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

MONITOR

 

MULTI-ZONE

1

2

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

MONITOR

& SOURCE

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

R

L

XM

IN

ININ

AUDIO

IN

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

L

CENTER

L

L

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVD/LD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVR/VCR2)

CD

CD-R/TAPE/MD

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

DVR/VCR1

DVR/VCR2

R

SUB

R

R

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT

SUR-

SURROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WOOFER

ROUND

BACK

ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI CH IN

 

 

1 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

1 Note that you will only be able to play analog sources (such as composite video) in the sub zone.

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Contents VSX-90TXV Phone Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityModel Number Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityImportant Safety Instructions Contents Other connections Using other functionsOther Settings Controlling the rest of your systemBefore you start Chapter FeaturesBefore you start Before you start Checking what’s in the box Installing the receiverWhen installing this unit, make sure to leave space Ventilation02 5 minute guide Chapter Automatically setting up for surround sound Auto McaccMinute guide Introduction to home theaterMinute guide Follow the instructions on-screen02 5 minute guide Better sound using Phase ControlProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Playing a sourceRear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections 342 Connect using a stereo RCA/phono jack cableUse a coaxial cable designed for digital audio DVD playerDVR, VCR, etc Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesUsing the component video jacks On an HDMI-compatible monitor.1 Connecting using HdmiUse a three-way component video cable CD-R, MD, DAT, etc Connecting digital audio sourcesAbout Hdmi About the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Tape deck, etcConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersBanana plug connections Bare wire connectionsPlacing the speakers 10 mm 3/8Connecting antennas THX speaker system setupAC outlet Connecting external antennasPlugging in the receiver Out before unpluggingFront panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Operating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysControls and displays Display Input Select Controls and displays Remote controlRECEIVER SelectSOURCE Multi OPEShift ReceiverListening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Auto playbackTHX Games Mode Using the Home THX modesUsing the Advanced surround effects Listening to your systemPress EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settings Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceSetting the effect options Setting What it does OptionsUsing surround back channel processing Listening to your system Using Stream DirectChoosing the input signal Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Using the tone controls Listening to your system Using Midnight and LoudnessUsing the Sound Retriever Press Tone to select the frequency you want to adjustSaving station presets Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Listening to the radioListening to station presets Using the tunerNaming station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Surround back speaker settingSelect ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menu System Setup menuManual Mcacc setup Select ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuFine Speaker Distance Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuVolume increases to the reference level Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsFront Align Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Crossover Network Channel LevelSpeaker Distance THX Audio SettingTHX Speaker Setup Other connections Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connections ChapterWatching photos and video content Using XM RadioConnecting your XM Radio receiver Other connectionsListening to XM Radio Using XM HD SurroundSaving channel presets Selecting channels and browsing by genreUsing the XM Menu Using Sirius RadioConnecting your Sirius Connect Tuner Listening to channel presetsSirius Menu provides additional Sirius Radio features Using the Sirius MenuPress Sirius SHIFT+TV to switch to the Sirius input Listening to Sirius RadioSwitching the speaker system Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSpeaker B setup Selecting the multichannel analog inputsConnect your speakers as shown below Bi-wiring your speakersBi-amping your front speakers MULTI-ZONE listening Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersBasic MULTI-ZONE setup Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsMULTI-ZONE remote controls Using the MULTI-ZONE controlsSurround Back System MULTI-ZONE setup Remote sensor on the front panel of this receiver.1 Other connections Connecting an IR receiverSwitching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger Audio DVD playerTV/SAT SR+ Dimmer Input Assign menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Assigning the digital inputsDynamic Range Control Setup Other SettingsOther Setup menu Assigning the Hdmi inputsSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Dual Mono SetupLFE Attenuator Setup Video Converter SetupMulti Zone Setup Volt Trigger setupReducing the level of an analog signal Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Using the sleep timerResetting the system Using other functions Dimming the displaySwitching the speaker impedance Press System Setup to confirmControlling the rest of your system Multi Operation and System Off Select the button for the command you want to inputControlling the rest of your system Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceControls for TVs Using multi operationsUsing System off Buttons Function ComponentsFunction Components MD/CD-R/ DVRDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Additional information TroubleshootingPower Additional information ChapterAdditional information Other audio problemsSymptomRemedy Settings VideoDisplay Assign menu onIPod messages Remote controlSymptom Cause Action XM radio messages Sirius radio messagesAdditional information Surround sound formats DolbyAbout THX Windows MediaTM Audio 9 ProfessionalStandard Listening modes with different input signal formatsStereo 2 channel signal formats Auto SurroundMultichannel signal formats Input signal format StandardAdditional information Specifications Cleaning the unitDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level 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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