Pioneer VSX-LX52 manual Additional information Surround sound formats, Dolby

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Surround sound formats

Below is a brief description of the main surround sound formats you’ll find on DVDs, satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasts, and video cassettes.

Dolby

The Dolby technologies are explained below. See

www.dolby.com for more detailed information.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is a multichannel digital audio coding system widely used in cinemas, and in the home for DVD and digital broadcast soundtracks. It can deliver up to six discrete audio channels, comprising five full range channels and a special LFE (low frequency effects) channel used mainly for deep, rumbling sound effects; hence the term “5.1-channel” Dolby Digital.

In addition to the format features above, Dolby Digital decoders offer downmixing for compatibility with mono, stereo and Dolby Pro Logic audio from a number of bit rates and channels. Another feature, called Dialog Normalization, attenuates programs based on the average level of dialog in a program relative to its peak level (also known as Dialnorm) in order to achieve uniform playback level.

Dolby Digital Surround EX

Dolby Digital Surround EX (the EX stands for EXtended) is an extension of Dolby Digital encoding whereby a surround back channel is matrixed into the surround left/ right channels for 6.1 channel playback. This allows for compatibility with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel decoding, as well as for decoding using Dolby Digital EX.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx and Dolby Surround

Dolby Pro Logic IIx is an improved version of the Dolby Pro Logic II (and Dolby Pro Logic) decoding system. Using the innovative “steering logic” circuit, this system extracts surround sound from sources as follows:

•Dolby Pro Logic – 4.1 channel sound (mono surround) from any stereo source

•Dolby Pro Logic II – 5.1 channel sound (stereo surround) from any stereo source

•Dolby Pro Logic IIx – 6.1 or 7.1 channel sound (stereo surround and surround back) from two channel or 5.1 (and 6.1) channel sources

With two channel sources, the “.1” subwoofer channel is generated by bass management in the receiver.

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Dolby Surround is an encoding system which embeds surround sound information within a stereo soundtrack, which a Dolby Pro Logic decoder can then use for enhanced surround listening with greater sound detail.

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby Digital Plus is the next-generation audio technology for all high-definition programming and media. It combines the efficiency to meet future broadcast demands with the power and flexibility to realize the full audio potential expected in the upcoming high-definition era. Built on Dolby Digital, the multi- channel audio standard for DVD and HD broadcasts worldwide, Dolby Digital Plus was designed for the next- generation A/V receivers but remains fully compatible with all current A/V receivers.

Dolby Digital Plus delivers multi-channel audio programs of up to 7.1 channels (*) and supports multiple programs in a single encoded bitstream with the maximum bit rate potential of up to 6 Mbps and the maximum bit rate performance of up to 3 Mbps on HD DVD and 1.7 Mbps on Blu-ray Disc, and it outputs Dolby Digital bitstreams for playback on existing Dolby Digital systems. Dolby Digital Plus can accurately reproduce the sound originally intended by directors and producers.

It also features multi-channel sound with discrete channel output, interactive mixing and streaming capability in advanced systems. Supported by High- Definition Media Interface (HDMI), a single-cable digital connection is possible for high-definition audio and video.

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby TrueHD is the next-generation lossless encoding technology developed for high-definition optical discs in the upcoming era. Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master, unlocking the true high-definition entertainment experience on high-definition optical discs in the next generation. When coupled with high-definition video, Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience with stunning sound and high-definition picture.

It supports bit rates of up to 18 Mbps and records up to 8 full-range channels (*) individually with 24-bit/96 kHz audio. It also features extensive metadata including dialogue normalization and dynamic range control. Supported by High-Definition Media Interface (HDMI), a single-cable digital connection is possible for high- definition audio and video.

HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc standards currently limit their maximum number of audio channels to eight, whereas Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD support more than eight audio channels.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Contents Operating Instructions Important the Moulded Plug Ventilation Caution Operating EnvironmentContents Using other functions System and the other setupControlling the rest of your system Advanced Mcacc menuFlow of settings on the receiver Before you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Installing the receiver Operating range of remote control unitBefore you start Checking what’s in the boxRemote control Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter  ReceiverControls and displays Controls and displays Front panel  STANDBY/ONEnter SpeakersControls and displays Display Sleep MstrConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel Connecting your equipment Other speaker connection 1ch surround & Zone 2 connection Multi Zone1ch surround connection Simple connection & Best surround 1ch surround & Speaker B connectionConnecting your equipment Placing the speakers THX speaker system setupBare wire connections Connecting the speakersSome tips for improving sound quality Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Standard 5.1/6.1/7.1-channel surround connectionsBi-wiring your speakers Bi-amping your speakersHigh LowConnecting your equipment Selecting the Surr Back system Zone 2 setupSpeaker B setup Bi-Amping setupConnecting your equipment About the video converter Connecting using Hdmi Select oneConnecting your DVD player with no Hdmi output Video S-VIDEOConnecting your TV with no Hdmi input DVD player, etc Select oneAbout HDMI1 Front panelHDD/DVD recorder, VCR, etc Connecting the multichannel analog inputs Connecting other audio componentsConnecting additional amplifiers About the WMA9 Pro decoderConnecting your equipment Connecting AM/FM antennas Connecting external antennasConnecting your equipment MULTI-ZONE setup Analog audio signals Audio Zone 2 OUT. aZone 2 OUT signals can be output Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsSecondary MULTI-ZONE setup Zone Basic MULTI-ZONE setup ZoneMULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals Zone Connecting your equipment Connecting an IR receiver Grounding purposesConnecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output 1 in 2 OUT Total 50 mA MAX Connecting a USB device Connecting your equipment Connecting an iPodSwitch the receiver into standby then use Connecting your equipment Plugging in the receiver Basic Setup Basic Setup ChapterSwitching the speaker impedance Changing the OSD display language OSD Language1a.Full Auto Mcacc Input Setup menu Basic SetupProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Input function default and possible settings SystemSetup 4b.Input SetupBDb HDMI-4b IPod/USBBasic playback Basic playback ChapterPlaying a source Playing a source with Hdmi connectionBasic playback Playing an iPodSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Finding what you want to playSwitching the iPod controls2 Press iPod Ctrl to switch the iPod controls.3Basic playback controls Navigation through categories on your iPod looks like thisBasic playback Playing a USB device Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory deviceUse / to select ‘Music’ from the USB Top menu Want to play, then press  to start playbackSlideshow Setup Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device1About playable file formats Music filesPhoto files MP3 aBasic playback Listening to the radio Listening to station presets An introduction to RDSSearching for RDS programs Displaying RDS informationListening 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 AdvanceThen Using surround back channel processing Listening to your system Using Stream DirectUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Listening to your system Setting the Up Mix function Selecting Mcacc presetsPress Enter to confirm Up Mix OFFListening to your system Choosing the input signal Better sound using Phase ControlPhase Control OFF Phase Control onPhase Control indicator on the front panel lights Kuro Link Making the Kuro Link connectionsWhen you’re finished, press Home Menu Kuro Link SetupYou will finish to Home Menu Setting the Pqls function Before using synchronizationSynchronized amp mode Synchronized amp mode operationsUsing other functions Using other functions ChapterSetting the Audio options Press Return to confirm and exit the menuUsing other functions Setting the Video optionsProgressive Using other functions Switching the speaker system Using the MULTI-ZONE controlsMULTI-ZONE remote controls Reducing the level of an analog signalMaking an audio or a video recording Using other functions Using the sleep timer Switching the Hdmi outputChecking your system settings Dimming the displayUsing other functions Resetting the system Default system settingsDisplay shows Reset  no  Display shows RESET? OKSetting the remote to control other components Selecting preset codes directlyControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterDefault preset codes Controls the componentsHDD Red Controlling the rest of your systemCH + Sacd Setup a +10Clear b OPEN/CLOSE bMaking 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 1b.Auto McaccAdvanced Mcacc menu Manual Mcacc setup Adjust the level of the left channel Fine Channel LevelFine Speaker Distance Select ‘Manual MCACC’ from the Advanced Mcacc menuSelect ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuAdjust the parameters for the Standing Wave Control Standing WaveAcoustic Calibration EQ Adjust How to use Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalHow to interpret the graphical output Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalUsing Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional Channel frequencies/soundsSelect ‘EQ Professional’, then press Enter Select an option and press Enter1c5a.Reverb Measurement 1c5c.Adv.EQ Setup1c5b.Reverb View Speaker Setting Advanced Mcacc menu Checking Mcacc DataChannel Level Speaker DistanceWhen ‘Ch’ is highlighted, use / to select the channel Acoustic Cal EQOutput PC Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Mcacc Data Check menuCopying Mcacc preset data Renaming Mcacc presetsAdvanced Mcacc menu Data Management Clearing Mcacc presets 3c.MCACC Memory ClearSystem and the other setup System and the other setup ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSystem and the other setup Surround back speaker settingSelect ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Surr Back System’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select a setup optionConfirm your selected setup option Adjust the level of each channel using /THX Audio Setting Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect ‘THX Audio Setting’ from the Manual SP setup menu 4a.Manual SP Setup 4a4.Speaker DistanceOther Setup menu Select either on or OFF for THX Loudness Plus settingFlicker Reduction Adjusts the way the GUI screen looks 4a6.THX Audio SettingMulti Channel Input Setup Zone Audio SetupPower on Level Setup Volume Limit SetupRemote Control Mode Setup Flicker Reduction SetupAdditional information Speaker Setting GuideAdditional information Chapter Troubleshooting PowerAdditional information Positional relationship between speakers and monitorAdvanced Mcacc No soundAMP Overheat Other audio problems Software is played back No sound when usingSound is produced from Analog components, but notSettings VideoDisplay Professional Calibration EQ graphical outputDigital or DTS does not Remote control SBch Auto setting, EX or ESConfiguration a Configuration BHdcp Error shows Important information regarding the Hdmi connectionUSB interface Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyAbout iPod Windows Media Audio 9 ProfessionalAdditional information About THX About Neural THX Surround Multichannel signal formats Stereo 2 channel signal formatsDTS +Neo6 Category Preset code Manufacturer Additional information Preset code listGeneral Plasma television MaxentRear Projection TV TV/DVD CombinationTV/PVR Combination TV/VCR CombinationDVD VCR/PVR CombinationGateway Germatic Global Link Global Solutions Global Sphere Blu-rayDVD/PVR Combination Satellite Set Top BoxDVD/VCR Combination SAT/PVR Combination Elap ElbeVideo Accessory Additional information Cable Set Top BoxLaser Disc Player Cassette DeckCleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsOur philosophy Additional information Index Numerics Remote control 8, 9, 67-70, 90, 97, 105 Reset THX 17, 72, 87Tuner 30 USB 36, 45-47Pioneer Corporation

VSX-LX52 specifications

The Pioneer VSX-LX52 is a high-performance AV receiver designed to enhance your home theater experience, offering an array of advanced technologies and features to meet the demands of audiophiles and casual listeners alike. This receiver supports a 9.1 channel configuration, allowing for dynamic and immersive surround sound that can bring movies, music, and games to life in your living room.

One of the standout features of the VSX-LX52 is its support for the latest audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These object-based audio technologies enable sound to move freely around you in three-dimensional space, creating a captivating listening experience that pulls you into the action. Additionally, the receiver is compatible with legacy surround sound formats, ensuring that you can enjoy a wide variety of content.

Incorporating Pioneer's proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), the VSX-LX52 automatically fine-tunes your home theater system by analyzing the acoustics of your room. This smart technology adjusts speaker placement, levels, and EQ settings, ensuring optimal sound performance tailored to your environment.

The connectivity options on the VSX-LX52 are extensive and modern, with multiple HDMI inputs supporting 4K video passthrough and HDCP 2.2 compliance for advanced video playback. It also features Zone 2 and Zone 3 audio outputs, allowing you to enjoy different audio sources in separate areas of your home. The inclusion of wireless technologies, such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, gives users the flexibility to stream music directly from their smartphones or tablets.

The user-friendly interface includes an intuitive on-screen setup guide and a well-designed remote control, making it easy for anyone to navigate through its numerous features. The receiver also supports high-resolution audio formats, such as FLAC and DSD, ensuring that audiophiles can enjoy their favorite tracks with stunning clarity.

In terms of build quality, the VSX-LX52 boasts a solid chassis and high-quality components designed to minimize interference and enhance sonic performance. Whether you're watching your favorite movie, listening to music, or playing video games, the Pioneer VSX-LX52 stands out as a versatile and powerful AV receiver that delivers an outstanding audio-visual experience. With its blend of advanced technologies, comprehensive connectivity options, and user-focused design, the VSX-LX52 continues to be a top choice for home theater enthusiasts.
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