Pioneer VSX-AX5i-G manual Creating an i.LINK Network

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Using i.LINK Interface

i.LINK connectors

Use a 4-pin, S400 i.LINK cable, less than 3.5 m long, to connect i.LINK-equipped components.

Be sure to insert the i.LINK cable straight into connector. When

properly aligned the

cable can be inserted with little resistance. Forcing the cable into

the connector will

damage the connector

pins.

Memo:

•When properly connected, the i.LINK plug will snap into the connector. If not connected properly the receiver will not be able to recognize any connected components.

•After connecting an i.LINK-equipped component to the receiver, follow the instructions for both assigning inputs on the receiver (see page 91) and output settings on the component (see the manual that came with the component).

•You can connect several i.LINK-equipped components together in the same way. See Creating an i.LINK Network below.

•There may be cases where the PQLS/ rate control function and/or the i.LINK audio does not work properly even when connected to an i.LINK-Audio- compatible equipment.

•Do not connect/disconnect i.LINK cables or switch on/off any components connected using i.LINK while the receiver is on.

PREPARATION

Creating an i.LINK Network

Using the i.LINK interface it is possible to chain up to 17 components together so that the digital audio and control signals from each component is available to other components in the network. With the addition of an i.LINK repeater, it’s possible to connect up to 63 components.

i.LINK connectors come in 4-pin and 6-pin configurations. This receiver uses a 4-pin connection, but the two types can be mixed on a network.

This receiver is compatible with i.LINK Audio (also called “A & M Protocol”) components, such as DVD players. It may not work properly if connected to i.LINK MPEG-II TS equipment (such as a digital satellite tuner), i.LINK DV equipment (such as a DVD recorder or DV camcorder), or an i.LINK-equipped personal computer. Check the operating instructions supplied with your other i.LINK components for capability information.

Receivers need to be DTCP (Digital Transmission Content Protection) compliant to be able to play DVD-A, DVD-Video, and SACD i.LINK audio. This receiver is DTCP compliant, so you can use them.

When setting up an i.LINK network, it’s important that the components form an open ended chain (fig. 1), or a tree (fig. 2).

The system will not work if the connected components form a loop. If a loop is detected, the message LOOP CONNECT shows in the display. Figs. 3 and 4 show connections that form a loop.

Another consideration when connecting i.LINK devices is the speed of the interface. At present there are three speeds; S100 (slowest), S200 and S400 (fastest). This receiver uses the S400 type. Although you can use components with different speeds together, we recommend connecting slower-speed components at the edge of the network if possible (shown by the shaded boxes in figs. 1 and 2). This will keep the network free of bottlenecks.

When used within an i.LINK network, this receiver must be on for the i.LINK connection to be maintained. Other components in the network may or may not maintain the connection in standby (none will when the power is completely off)—check the operating instructions supplied with individual components. Note that the audio may be momentarily interrupted if a component in the i.LINK network is switched on/off, or its i.LINK connection is switched on/off.

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Contents Page Installing the Receiver Operating Environment Table of Contents Easy Setup Guide Preparation Surround Setup Basic Expert Multichannel Acoustic Calibration EQ System Mcacc Link Digital InterfaceUSB Audio Hook up Audio Scaler HI BIT/HI SamplingPreparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesRemote Control Battery Indicator Loading the batteriesOpening the Front Panel Switching video system between PAL and NtscOperating range of remote control unit Your Home System Home Theater The BasicsSource Material Listening ModesDigital Connections Hooking Up Your DVD Player and TV Speaker terminals Speaker ConnectionsAssigning the Digital Inputs Setting up the Main UnitPlace the microphone at your Normal listening position Auto Surround Sound SetupSwitch on the receiver and your TV Check the speaker settings on the OSD Return to normal use Playing a DVD with Surround SoundSelect OK and press Enter Component Video Input Default Settings Connecting your TVVideo Component videoConnecting a DVD player Connecting Video ComponentsConnecting a Video Component to the Front Panel Connecting VCRs or DVRsConnecting Satellite TV SAT Components  Audio cords Connecting Analog Audio ComponentsComponents equipped with 7.1 channel analog output jacks Connecting Digital Audio Components  Coaxial cords/Optical cables Digital Input Default Settings AM loop antenna Connecting the Radio AntennasUsing outdoor antennas Connecting Speakers Speaker impedance Power Connections AC Outlets European model only Power Connections ACSpeaker placement Placing Your SpeakersConnecting i.LINK-equipped Components What is i.LINK?Creating an i.LINK Network Front Panel 10 i.LINK indicator Display see Mcacc indicator see pages 13EON Mode button see pages Master Volume dialRemote Control System Setup button Signal SEL button seeCommand button for other components see Listening mode buttons seeRemote Setup button Volume +/- buttonsTOP MENU/GUIDE button Return buttonDisplay Back Panel Component Video Monitor OUT ter- minals AC Outlet European model only switched, 100 W maxSpeakers terminals see USB Audio terminalAuto Setting SettingDisplays & ControlsUp for SoundSurrback System NormalExit should be selected. Press the Enter button Surround Back SystemEnter button Speaker Setting Normal SetupChannel Level Speaker DistanceFront default setting is Small Speaker SettingCenter default setting is Small Surround default setting is SmallIt. Press the Enter button If it isn’t use the  buttons to selectWith the  buttons choose Speakers that you want to set. PressChannel Level Manual manual test tone modeAuto automatic test tone mode Speaker Distance If you want to change a setting before proceedingIndicator Choose a Listening Mode one of two waysStereo and Multichannel Playback Di plays & ControlsSelecting the Input Signal Stereo modes Listening ModesTHX Cinema 2PL II Movie 2PRO Logic II Movie Movie modes Surround mode2PL II Music 2PRO Logic II Music Music modes Surround modeAdding/Adjusting the Effect in Dolby Pro Logic II Music Mode Adjusting the Effect of a Listening ModeListening with Acoustic CAL EQ Press Receiver Press the DNR button on the remote controlDigital Noise Reduction Digital NR Function Press the Acoustic EQ buttonPress the Midnight button on the remote control Listening in Midnight ModeListening in Loudness Mode Listening with Sound Delay Adjusting Bass and TrebleMulti Channel In Playback Listening in Audio Scaler modePress the SB CH Mode button on the remote control Surround Back Channel ModeVirtual Surround Back Mode Surround Back Channel ModesPhones jack Dual Mono setting and playbackUsing Headphones Video Select Adjusting the Brightness of the Display DimmerAutomatic and Manual Tuning Direct Access Tuning Channel Step Setting multi-voltage model onlyTo cancel before inputting the frequency To Change Channel StepsChoice Memorizing Frequently Used StationsTune in the station you want Naming Memorized Stations Press Enter when you have gotEnter the station name you want Characters you want to enterSelect a class number Recalling Memorized StationsChannel you want To step through each channel in orderAn introduction to RDS European model only Using the RDS displayTune into an FM station Searching for RDS programs European model onlyUse the Band button to select the FM band Press the CHARACTER/SEARCH buttonMode you want Using EON European model onlyPress the Band button to select FM bandPress and hold EON Mode front panel for about two seconds Press the Remote Setup button for three seconds Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other ComponentsRecalling Settings Stored in the Remote Control Press ENTER. The preset code has been entered Use the  buttons to select Learning and press Enter Programming Signals from Other Remote Controls Learning Mode10Use  to select Exit and press When youre done use the  buttons to select ExitCD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD Recorder/Cassette Deck operations Using Remote Control with Other ComponentsRETURN/EXIT Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV operationsUse the  buttons to select Dirctfnc and press Enter Setting up the Direct FunctionRecording from Audio/Video Components Select Front BI-AMP in the Surrback System setup see Speakers B SetupStereo playback in another room Second Zone Bi-amping the front speakers Front BI-AMPOff or cycle through the different Front panel to switch speakers onSpeakers Button Setting up and Using the USB Audio Connection Connecting Additional Amplifiers Pioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components To setup a command select Change and press Enter Press the Remote Setup button for more than three secondsMulti Operations Use the  buttons to select Multi OPE and press Enter10Select Exit and press Enter again When done select Exit and pressPerforming Multi Operations Press the Multi Operation buttonSystem Off Use the  buttons to select Funcname and press Enter Editing Remote Control Display NamesPress the Remote Setup for more than three seconds Press the buttons whose name you want to change Editing Button Names KEY LabelUse the  buttons to select KEY Label and press Enter Adjusting the Light on the Remote Control Press the button you want to clear Clearing Remote Control Settings You Have InputUse the  buttons to select Clear and press Enter Resetting the Main Unit Use the  buttons to select Exit and press ENTER, again THX Cinema SetupFine Tuning Your System Assigning the Component Video Inputs Assigning i.LINK Inputs Components Source you want. Press the EnterIf you want to change the ports for additional i.LINK Function Rename Sacd Setup PHONO/LINE Setup Expert Setup Crossover Network Fine Channel Level Adjust the level of the channel using the  buttonsAdjust the distance of each channel Fine Channel DelayUsing the  buttons Subsequent channel. Press EnterAcoustic Calibration EQ 100101 This explanation is for Custom 1 or Custom 102Use the  buttons to select the fre EQ setting by using the  buttons and pressing Enter Use the  buttons to adjust the Trim and press EnterTo use the Data Check feature follow the steps here Bass Peak Level Start or Setting CANCEL. Press104 Dynamic Range Control 105106 DolbyDolby Digital Dolby Pro LogicDTS 96/24 107DTS Neo6 108 Link Related MessagesNection, if you change the settings for TroubleshootingPower Power does not turn on 109110 Setup Setup screen doesnt appearOverheat blinks in the display and no sound is output Thdct NG blinks111 112 Other audio problemsNo sound output from one set of speakers Considerable noise in radio broadcastsWhen a search is performed Even when there is no soundNoise or hum can be heard Being input114 Up when using the SignalInput/display Display is dark Select buttonRemote control Maintenance of External Surfaces115 Other components cant be operated with the system remote116 Preset Code BrandsBrand Tape Brand117 Specifications European model118 Specifications multi-voltage model119 TNMWF/03E00001 Printed
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