Pioneer VSX-AX5i-G manual What is i.LINK?, Connecting i.LINK-equipped Components

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What is i.LINK?

i.LINK is a trademark name for IEEE1394, a high-speed interface for digital audio, video and other data found on personal computers, digital camcorders, and other kinds of audio and audio/visual equipment. A single i.LINK connector can both send and receive data at the same time, so only one cable is required to connect components for two-way communication.

This receiver is compatible with i.LINK Audio interface. With this interface you can enjoy digital audio from SACD and DVD-A discs (if the player is compatible with these outputs), as well as digital audio from DVD- Video, CD and Video CD discs.

When playing CD, SACD or DVD-A discs over an i.LINK connection, the digital audio is jitterless if the connected player is compatible with PQLS (see page 6). See the operating instructions that came with your i.LINK components for information on compatibility with these features.

Connecting i.LINK-equipped Components

If you have a component (such as a DVD player) with an i.LINK connector, you can connect it to the i.LINK connectors on the rear of your receiver as shown below.

The i.LINK interface does not transmit video signals. So when you connect video components with i.LINK cable, the video signal must be connected with other cables. Hook up the video signal with either component video, S video, or composite video cords (see page 16) to available VIDEO IN terminals. If you’ve already hooked up the video signal from the component, assign the i.LINK input to the input function to which you’ve connected the video signals (see page 91).

The two i.LINK connectors on the rear of your receiver are 4-pin connectors. Use a 4-pin, S400 i.LINK cable to connect i.LINK-equipped components.

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

*The arrows indicate the direction of the video signal.

(AUDIO)	i.LINK component
S400
S400	i.LINK
	i.LINK
	connection
	(Single)
	Video connection

CAUTION:

If your i.LINK connector comes into contact with metallic parts of the receiver other than the intended connector an electrical short may occur. Please take care to connect it to the proper i.LINK connector only.

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Contents Page Installing the Receiver Operating Environment Table of Contents Easy Setup Guide Preparation Surround Setup Basic Expert Link Digital Interface Multichannel Acoustic Calibration EQ System McaccUSB Audio Hook up Audio Scaler HI BIT/HI SamplingChecking the Supplied Accessories Preparing the Remote ControlRemote Control Battery Indicator Loading the batteriesOperating range of remote control unit Switching video system between PAL and NtscOpening the Front Panel Home Theater The Basics Your Home SystemSource Material Listening ModesHooking Up Your DVD Player and TV Digital ConnectionsSpeaker Connections  Speaker terminalsSetting up the Main Unit Assigning the Digital InputsSwitch on the receiver and your TV Auto Surround Sound SetupPlace the microphone at your Normal listening position Check the speaker settings on the OSD Select OK and press Enter Playing a DVD with Surround SoundReturn to normal use Connecting your TV Component Video Input Default SettingsVideo Component videoConnecting Video Components Connecting a DVD playerConnecting VCRs or DVRs Connecting a Video Component to the Front PanelConnecting Satellite TV SAT Components Connecting Analog Audio Components  Audio cordsComponents equipped with 7.1 channel analog output jacks Connecting Digital Audio Components Digital Input Default Settings  Coaxial cords/Optical cablesUsing outdoor antennas Connecting the Radio Antennas AM loop antenna Connecting Speakers Speaker impedance Power Connections AC Power Connections AC Outlets European model onlySpeaker placement Placing Your SpeakersWhat is i.LINK? Connecting i.LINK-equipped ComponentsCreating an i.LINK Network Front Panel Display see Mcacc indicator see pages 13 10 i.LINK indicatorEON Mode button see pages Master Volume dialRemote Control Signal SEL button see System Setup buttonCommand button for other components see Listening mode buttons seeVolume +/- buttons Remote Setup buttonTOP MENU/GUIDE button Return buttonDisplay Back Panel AC Outlet European model only switched, 100 W max Component Video Monitor OUT ter- minalsSpeakers terminals see USB Audio terminalSettingDisplays & ControlsUp for Sound Auto SettingSurrback System NormalEnter button Surround Back SystemExit should be selected. Press the Enter button Normal Setup Speaker SettingChannel Level Speaker DistanceSpeaker Setting Front default setting is SmallCenter default setting is Small Surround default setting is SmallIf it isn’t use the  buttons to select It. Press the Enter buttonWith the  buttons choose Speakers that you want to set. PressAuto automatic test tone mode Manual manual test tone modeChannel Level If you want to change a setting before proceeding Speaker DistanceChoose a Listening Mode one of two ways IndicatorStereo and Multichannel Playback Di plays & ControlsSelecting the Input Signal Listening Modes Stereo modesMovie modes Surround mode THX Cinema 2PL II Movie 2PRO Logic II MovieMusic modes Surround mode 2PL II Music 2PRO Logic II MusicAdjusting the Effect of a Listening Mode Adding/Adjusting the Effect in Dolby Pro Logic II Music ModePress Receiver Press the DNR button on the remote control Listening with Acoustic CAL EQDigital Noise Reduction Digital NR Function Press the Acoustic EQ buttonListening in Loudness Mode Listening in Midnight ModePress the Midnight button on the remote control Adjusting Bass and Treble Listening with Sound DelayListening in Audio Scaler mode Multi Channel In PlaybackSurround Back Channel Mode Press the SB CH Mode button on the remote controlVirtual Surround Back Mode Surround Back Channel ModesUsing Headphones Dual Mono setting and playbackPhones jack Adjusting the Brightness of the Display Dimmer Video SelectAutomatic and Manual Tuning Channel Step Setting multi-voltage model only Direct Access TuningTo cancel before inputting the frequency To Change Channel StepsTune in the station you want Memorizing Frequently Used StationsChoice Press Enter when you have got Naming Memorized StationsEnter the station name you want Characters you want to enterRecalling Memorized Stations Select a class numberChannel you want To step through each channel in orderUsing the RDS display An introduction to RDS European model onlySearching for RDS programs European model only Tune into an FM stationUse the Band button to select the FM band Press the CHARACTER/SEARCH buttonUsing EON European model only Mode you wantPress the Band button to select FM bandPress and hold EON Mode front panel for about two seconds Recalling Settings Stored in the Remote Control Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other ComponentsPress the Remote Setup button for three seconds Press ENTER. The preset code has been entered Programming Signals from Other Remote Controls Learning Mode Use the  buttons to select Learning and press EnterWhen youre done use the  buttons to select Exit 10Use  to select Exit and pressUsing Remote Control with Other Components CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD Recorder/Cassette Deck operationsCable TV/Satellite TV/TV operations RETURN/EXITSetting up the Direct Function Use the  buttons to select Dirctfnc and press EnterRecording from Audio/Video Components Speakers B Setup Select Front BI-AMP in the Surrback System setup seeStereo playback in another room Second Zone Bi-amping the front speakers Front BI-AMPSpeakers Button Front panel to switch speakers onOff or cycle through the different Setting up and Using the USB Audio Connection Connecting Additional Amplifiers Pioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components Press the Remote Setup button for more than three seconds To setup a command select Change and press EnterMulti Operations Use the  buttons to select Multi OPE and press EnterWhen done select Exit and press 10Select Exit and press Enter againPerforming Multi Operations Press the Multi Operation buttonSystem Off Press the Remote Setup for more than three seconds Editing Remote Control Display NamesUse the  buttons to select Funcname and press Enter Use the  buttons to select KEY Label and press Enter Editing Button Names KEY LabelPress the buttons whose name you want to change Adjusting the Light on the Remote Control Use the  buttons to select Clear and press Enter Clearing Remote Control Settings You Have InputPress the button you want to clear Resetting the Main Unit THX Cinema Setup Use the  buttons to select Exit and press ENTER, againFine Tuning Your System Assigning the Component Video Inputs Assigning i.LINK Inputs If you want to change the ports for additional i.LINK Source you want. Press the EnterComponents Function Rename Sacd Setup PHONO/LINE Setup Expert Setup Crossover Network Adjust the level of the channel using the  buttons Fine Channel LevelFine Channel Delay Adjust the distance of each channelUsing the  buttons Subsequent channel. Press Enter100 Acoustic Calibration EQ101 Use the  buttons to select the fre 102This explanation is for Custom 1 or Custom To use the Data Check feature follow the steps here Use the  buttons to adjust the Trim and press EnterEQ setting by using the  buttons and pressing Enter 104 Start or Setting CANCEL. PressBass Peak Level 105 Dynamic Range ControlDolby 106Dolby Digital Dolby Pro LogicDTS Neo6 107DTS 96/24 Link Related Messages 108Troubleshooting Nection, if you change the settings forPower Power does not turn on 109Setup Setup screen doesnt appear 110Overheat blinks in the display and no sound is output Thdct NG blinks111 Other audio problems 112No sound output from one set of speakers Considerable noise in radio broadcastsEven when there is no sound When a search is performedNoise or hum can be heard Being inputUp when using the Signal 114Input/display Display is dark Select buttonMaintenance of External Surfaces Remote control115 Other components cant be operated with the system remotePreset Code Brands 116Brand Tape BrandSpecifications European model 117Specifications multi-voltage model 118119 TNMWF/03E00001 Printed