Pioneer SC-07 Before you start Chapter, Checking what’s in the box, Installing the receiver

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01Before you start

Chapter 1:

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

Please check that you’ve received the following supplied accessories:

Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.))

Remote control unit

AA/IEC R6P dry cell batteries x2

AM loop antenna

FM wire antenna

Warranty card

These operating instructions

Installing the receiver

When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface.

Don’t install it on the following places:

on a color TV (the screen may distort)

near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound.

in direct sunlight

in damp or wet areas

in extremely hot or cold areas

in places where there is vibration or other movement

in places that are very dusty

in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)

Do not touch this receiver’s bottom panel while the power is turned on. The bottom panel gets hot when the power is on, and touching it could cause burns.

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Caution

Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:

Never use new and old batteries together.

Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case.

Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.

WARNING

Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

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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.1Phase Control indicator on the front panel lights Using Full Band Phase ControlFull Band Phase Control OFF Full Band Phase Control on Fullband PHASE.1Rear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsIf you have an Hdmi or DVI with Hdcp equipped Connecting your equipment About the video converterConnecting using Hdmi 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 cableUse an optical cable for the connection Connecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sourcesAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sources Connecting a component to the front panel inputsConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersBanana plug connections Bare wire connectionsPlacing the speakers 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 CinemaTip Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceListening in stereo 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 ModeListening to the radio Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter 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 menu1c.Manual Mcacc Manual Mcacc setupMcacc Data Check 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 WaveAcoustic Cal EQ Group DelayData Management Copying Mcacc preset data Renaming Mcacc presetsClearing Mcacc presets System Setup menu System Setup menu ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting System Setup menuSurround back speaker 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 /Curve THX Audio SettingSpeaker Distance 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 ZONE2Audio Basic MULTI-ZONE setup ZoneMULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals Zone 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 PCSteps to enjoy the Home Media Gallery Playback with Home Media Gallery inputsPlayback with Home Media Gallery inputs Chapter 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 SurroundMaking the Hdmi Control connections Hdmi ControlHdmi Control Chapter 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 wantFlicker Reduction Setup Zone Audio SetupSR+ Setup for Pioneer flat panel TVs 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 toDimming the display Using the sleep timerReducing the level of an analog signal 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 ChapterPress and hold the button to be erased for two seconds Erasing one of the remote control button settingsUse / to select ERASE, then press Enter Resetting the remote control presets Confirming preset codesControlling the rest of your system Renaming input source namesProgramming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence Select the button for the command you want to inputFollowing remote control commands can be selected Using multi operations Using System offControls for TVs Press Multi OperationCLR SOURCE & Enter Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor Additional information Chapter Speaker Setting GuideAdditional information Positioning and adjusting the subwoofer Additional informationPosition of center speaker and monitor Positional relationship between speakers and monitorPosition of front speakers and monitor Additional information Troubleshooting PowerSymptom Remedy Digital Video ScalerNo sound Other audio problems SymptomSettings VideoSEL Professional Calibration EQ graphical outputDisplay 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 DCDiDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level 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.

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