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1 SIGNAL indicators

Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 55).

2 Program format indicators

Light to indicate the channels being input when PCM signals are being input. They do not indicate the audio signals being output from the receiver.

L/R – Left front/Right front channel

C– Center channel

SL/SR – Left surround/Right surround channel

LFE – Low frequency effects channel (the (( )) indicators light when an LFE signal is being input)

XL/XR – Two channels other than the ones above

XC – Either one channel other than the ones above, the mono surround channel or matrix encode flag

3 Digital format indicators

Light when a signal encoded in the corresponding format is detected.

4 S.RTRV

Lights when the Sound Retriever function is active (page 60).

5 MULTI-ZONE

Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 63).

6DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion with SACDs.

PCM – Lights during playback of PCM signals.

7SOUND

Lights when any of the Midnight, Loudness or tone controls feature is selected (page 60).

Lights when Dialog Enhancement is switched on.

8 UP MIX

Lights when the Up Mix is switched on (page 54).

9Listening mode indicators

AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 50).

ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 53).

STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 53).

ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 51).

STEREO – Lights when stereo listening is switched on (page 52).

STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 50).

THX – Lights when one of the Home THX modes is selected (page 51).

10 (PHASE CONTROL)

Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 55).

11 Analog signal indicators

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 64).

12Tuner indicators

TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being received. STEREO – Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode.

MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set using MPX.

RDS – Lights when an RDS broadcast is received.

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Lights when the sound is muted (page 10).

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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 Features Before you startBefore 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 Connecting your equipment ChapterRear 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 setupConnecting the speakers Bare wire connectionsSome 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 connectionsBasic MULTI-ZONE setup Zone Secondary 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 your equipment Connecting an iPod Connecting a USB deviceSwitch 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 Basic Setup Input Setup menuProblems 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 CinemaUsing Front Stage Surround Advance Listening in stereoThen Listening to your system Using Stream Direct Using surround back channel processingUsing 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 connectionsKuro Link Setup When you’re finished, press Home MenuYou 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 controlsReducing the level of an analog signal MULTI-ZONE remote controlsMaking 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 componentsControlling the rest of your system HDD RedCH + 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 Enter1c5c.Adv.EQ Setup 1c5a.Reverb Measurement1c5b.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 menuRenaming Mcacc presets Copying Mcacc preset dataAdvanced 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 SetupSpeaker Setting Guide Additional informationAdditional information Chapter Troubleshooting PowerAdditional information Positional relationship between speakers and monitorNo sound Advanced McaccAMP Overheat Other audio problems Software is played back No sound when usingSound is produced from Analog components, but notSettings VideoProfessional Calibration EQ graphical output DisplayDigital 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 Stereo 2 channel signal formats Multichannel signal formatsDTS +Neo6 Additional information Preset code list Category Preset code ManufacturerGeneral Plasma television MaxentRear Projection TV TV/DVD CombinationTV/PVR Combination TV/VCR CombinationDVD VCR/PVR CombinationGateway Germatic Global Link Global Solutions Global Sphere Blu-raySatellite Set Top Box DVD/PVR CombinationDVD/VCR Combination SAT/PVR Combination Elap ElbeVideo Accessory Additional information Cable Set Top BoxLaser Disc Player Cassette DeckAdditional information Specifications Cleaning the unitOur 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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