Pioneer THX certified design In case of SC-07, THX certified design In case of SC-05, DCDi

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•THX certified design In case of SC-07

This receiver is THX Ultra2™ certified, allowing you to take advantage of new THX technologies such as ASA (Advanced Speaker Array), which can process any 5.1 channel source for 6.1 channel (THX Surround EX) or 7.1 channel (THX Ultra2 CINEMA, THX Ultra2 MUSIC and THX Ultra2 GAMES) playback.

•THX certified design In case of SC-05

This receiver is THX Select2™ certified, allowing you to take advantage of new THX technologies such as ASA (Advanced Speaker Array), which can process any 5.1 channel source for 6.1 channel (THX Surround EX) or 7.1 channel (THX Select2 CINEMA, THX Select2 MUSIC and THX Select2 GAMES) playback.

•HDMI and digital video conversion

This receiver is compatible with the HDMI digital video format, providing you with high-definition digital video/ audio via a single cable. High-quality sound formats such as DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD are supported while this receiver is also compatible with the DeepColor and x.v.Color feature (x.v.Color is trademarks of Sony Corporation). You can operate this receiver in synchronization with your Pioneer component that supports the HDMI Control function by connecting your component to this receiver via HDMI. Also, the built-in digital video converter of this receiver makes both de- interlacing and up-scaling possible, and analog video signals being input are converted and output as digital video signals at the HDMI terminal.

•DCDi

Faroudja’s DCDi Processing is selectable and ensures that images are smooth and natural, without staircasing or jaggies.

•XM and SIRIUS Ready

With the XM and SIRIUS Radio terminals, you’ll be up and running in no time. This receiver’s enhanced compatibility makes XM HD Surround playback as well as on-screen control of your XM and SIRIUS Radio an added possibility.

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Contents Operating Instructions Operating Environment Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityModel Number SC-07 / SC-05 Responsible Party Name Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your SecurityRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Wash hands after handling Contents Other Settings Using other functionsOther connections Playback with Home Media Gallery inputsControlling the rest of your system Additional informationInstalling the receiver Before you startBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxSimple Home Theater Guide Simple Home Theater Guide ChapterIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround SoundFollow the instructions on-screen 1a.Full Auto McaccProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Simple Home Theater GuidePlaying a source Select the input source you want to playUsing Phase Control Phase Control OFFPhase Control on Source.1Full Band Phase Control OFF Using Full Band Phase ControlPhase Control indicator on the front panel lights Full Band Phase Control on Fullband PHASE.1Connecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsConnecting using Hdmi Connecting your equipment About the video converterIf you have an Hdmi or DVI with Hdcp equipped About Hdmi Be careful to connect the terminal in the proper directionConnect using an Hdmi cable SC-07Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD player STB For a second recorder, use the DVR 2 in inputs Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacks Use a three-way component video cableAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sourcesUse an optical cable for the connection Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sources Connecting a component to the front panel inputsConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsBanana plug connections Connecting antennas THX speaker system setupFM wire antenna Connecting external antennasPlugging in the receiver AM loop antennaControls 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 RECEIVERMulti Operation Input SelectSOURCE MuteListening to your system Listening to your system ChapterListening in surround sound Auto playbackUsing the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effectsListening to your system PRO LOGIC+THX CinemaListening in stereo Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceTip Listening to your system Using Stream Direct Selecting Mcacc presetsChoosing the input signal Hdmi Digital AnalogUsing surround back channel processing Using the Virtual Surround Back modeHdmi Digital AutoPro Logic ModeUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerListening to the radio Using the tuner Saving station presets Naming station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking receiver settings from the Advanced Mcacc menu Select the setting you want to adjustAdvanced Mcacc menu Advanced Mcacc menu ChapterAdvanced Mcacc menu Automatic Mcacc Expert Select the parameters you want to setUse / to select the item, then use / to set Advanced Mcacc 1b.Auto McaccIf necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in the OSD.2 Advanced Mcacc menuMcacc Data Check Manual Mcacc setup1c.Manual Mcacc Fine Channel Level Fine Speaker DistanceAcoustic Calibration EQ Adjust Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuAdjust the parameters for the Standing Wave Control Standing WaveHow to use Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional How to interpret the graphical outputSelect ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select the channels you want and adjust to your likingUsing Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional Select ‘EQ Professional’, then press EnterSelect an option and press Enter 1c.Manual Mcacc 1c5.EQ ProfessionalSet the operation selector switch to RCV, then press Select the setting you want to checkChecking Mcacc Data Select ‘MCACC Data Check’ from the Home MenuSpeaker Setting Channel LevelSpeaker Distance Standing WaveData Management Group DelayAcoustic Cal EQ Clearing Mcacc presets Renaming Mcacc presetsCopying Mcacc preset data System Setup menu System Setup menu ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSurround back speaker setting System Setup menuSpeaker Setting Select ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select a setup optionConfirm your selected setup option Adjust the level of each channel using /Speaker Distance THX Audio SettingCurve 4a.Manual SP Setup 4a6.THX Audio Setting Using XM Radio Connecting your XM Radio receiverOther connections Other connections ChapterUsing Sirius Radio Using XM HD SurroundSaving channel presets Using the XM MenuConnecting your SiriusConnect Tuner Press Sirius to switch to the Sirius inputListening to Sirius Radio Chuck BerryConnecting the multichannel analog inputs Using the Sirius MenuSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Use Input Select to select Multi CHSpeaker B setup Switching the speaker systemSpeaker B setting only.1 Bi-amping your speakersConnecting additional amplifiers Bi-wiring your speakersMake sure that the + / connections are properly inserted LargeOther connections MULTI-ZONE listening Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsMULTI-ZONE listening options ZONE2MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals Zone Basic MULTI-ZONE setup ZoneAudio Using the MULTI-ZONE controls Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup ZoneDigital Audio PanelConnecting an IR receiver Button What it doesInput Use to select the input source in the currently Select selected sub zoneUsing this receiver with a Pioneer flat panel TV Or off just by pressing the input functions you’ve set onUsing the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat panel TV DVDOther connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Advanced Mcacc output using your PCSystem must have internet access Mcacc Data Check 2g.Output PCPlayback with Home Media Gallery inputs Chapter Playback with Home Media Gallery inputsSteps to enjoy the Home Media Gallery Connecting to the network through LAN interface Connecting an iPodSpecifications of a LAN terminal Playback with Home Media Gallery inputsIntroduction About network playbackWindows Media Connect Windows Media DRMContent playable over a network Server without the mark cannot be accessedPlayback with Home Media Gallery Authorizing this receiverEnter Item. To return to the list screen, press ReturnCase of a USB memory device or a server Repeat to play back the desired song or photoAbout the playback screen Finding what you want to playTo return to the previous level any time, press Use / to browse the selected category e.g., albumsSwitching the iPod controls1 Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory deviceFinding what you want to play Basic playback controlsReconnect the USB device with the receiver switched Listening to Internet radio stationsAbout Internet radio OffUse / to select ‘Get access code’, then press About list of Internet radioSaving and retrieving Internet radio stations Use / to select ‘Help’, then press EnterListening to Neural Music Direct Playing back your favorite songsAbout Neural Music Direct About the Favorites folderAbout playable file formats Music filesSetting up the network Advanced operations for Internet radioSaving Internet radio stations Retrieving saved Internet radio stationsSelect ‘Setup’ and press Enter to confirm your selection Proxy Hostname/Proxy PortSelect ‘Change’ and press Enter to confirm your selection Enter the IP addressChecking the network settings Press Enter to complete the network setup procedureEnter the alternate DNS server address Enter the address of your proxy server or Domain nameSoftware update Default GatewayDhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Server GlossaryMAC Media Access Control address IP Internet Protocol addressMass Storage Class devices Neural SurroundHdmi Control Chapter Hdmi ControlMaking the Hdmi Control connections Hdmi Control Setting the Hdmi options Before using synchronizationSetting the Hdmi Control mode SetupHdmi Control Synchronized amp mode Synchronized amp mode operationsCanceling synchronized amp mode About Hdmi ControlOther Settings Other Settings ChapterInput Setup menu ComponentOther Settings Input function default and possible settingsChanging the OSD display language OSD Language Language used on the on-screen display can be changedOther Settings Other Setup menu Multi Channel Input SetupSelect ‘Multi Ch In Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Select the ‘SW Input Gain’ setting you wantSR+ Setup for Pioneer flat panel TVs Zone Audio SetupFlicker Reduction Setup Using other functions Using other functions ChapterSetting the Audio options Press Return to confirm and exit the menuUsing other functions Using other functions Setting the Video options Current source, setting and status of the receiverMaking an audio or a video recording Video Parameter menu, it is unavailable due toReducing the level of an analog signal Using the sleep timerDimming the display Using other functions Switching the Hdmi output Checking your system settingsResetting the system Hdmi OUTDefault system settings Setting DefaultMULTI-ZONE SR+Setting the remote to control other components Selecting preset codes directlyControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterUse / to select ERASE, then press Enter Erasing one of the remote control button settingsPress and hold the button to be erased for two seconds Resetting the remote control presets Confirming preset codesControlling the rest of your system Renaming input source namesFollowing remote control commands can be selected Select the button for the command you want to inputProgramming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence Using multi operations Using System offControls for TVs Press Multi Operation & Enter SOURCECLR Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor Additional information Speaker Setting GuideAdditional information Chapter Positioning and adjusting the subwoofer Additional informationPosition of front speakers and monitor Positional relationship between speakers and monitorPosition of center speaker and monitor Additional information Troubleshooting PowerSymptom Remedy Digital Video ScalerNo sound Other audio problems SymptomSettings VideoDisplay Professional Calibration EQ graphical outputSEL Remote control Configuration a Configuration BHdcp Error shows Important information regarding the Hdmi connectionSymptoms Causes Remedies Refer toSymptoms Causes Remedies Refer to Symptom Cause About status messagesXM radio messages Status messages DescriptionsSirius radio messages Hdmi C ERR 1A0Hdmi C ERR 1B0 Hdmi C ERR 1C0Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyWindows Media Audio 9 Professional DTS Digital SurroundDTS Neo6 DTS 96/24Additional information About THX About Neural THX Surround THX GamesTHX Loudness Plus Description THX Ultra2/Select2 CinemaAdditional information About XM About SiriusAbout Flac Flac DecoderStereo 2 channel signal formats Input signal format StandardAuto Surround ON/AUTO129 PRO LOGIC+THX130 131 132 Multichannel signal formats Input signal formatAdditional information Specifications Additional information Cleaning the unit FeaturesOur philosophy Home Media GalleryTHX certified design In case of SC-07 THX certified design In case of SC-05Hdmi and digital video conversion DCDiOnce you have established a comfortable sound level To establish a safe levelDecibel Level Example Pioneer Corporation
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SC-05, SC-07 specifications

The Pioneer SC-07 is a high-end AV receiver that exemplifies the brand's commitment to exceptional sound quality and advanced technology. Designed for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts alike, the SC-07 integrates state-of-the-art features with a user-friendly interface, making it a centerpiece for any media setup.

One of the key characteristics of the SC-07 is its robust amplification system. With a power output of 130 watts per channel into 8 ohms, this receiver ensures clear and dynamic audio performance, whether you are listening to music or watching movies. It employs Class D3 amplification, which increases efficiency while maintaining high sound fidelity. This technology minimizes heat generation, allowing for a more compact design without sacrificing performance.

The SC-07 supports a variety of audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, enabling it to deliver an immersive surround sound experience. It features a 9.2-channel configuration, meaning it can provide sound for up to nine speakers and two subwoofers, ensuring a full and engaging home theater experience. The advanced Audyssey MultEQ XT room calibration technology helps optimize sound performance based on your room's acoustics, allowing for a tailored listening experience.

Connectivity options on the SC-07 are abundant, with multiple HDMI inputs and outputs, enabling easy integration of various devices like Blu-ray players and gaming consoles. The receiver supports 4K video pass-through and scaling, ensuring that your visuals remain sharp and detailed. Additionally, it features internet connectivity for streaming services and firmware updates, as well as support for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, increasing its versatility.

The user-friendly interface provides easy access to all functions, including a customizable GUI that allows users to organize their favorite settings and presets. The SC-07 also includes a dedicated app for smartphones, making it simple to control the receiver remotely.

In conclusion, the Pioneer SC-07 AV receiver stands out for its blend of innovative technologies, robust performance, and expansive connectivity options. Its commitment to delivering a premium audio-visual experience makes it a desirable choice for anyone looking to enhance their home theater setup. Whether you're an audiophile or a casual listener, the SC-07 promises to elevate your entertainment experience with its impressive capabilities.
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