Pioneer VSX-AX5i-G Channel Level, Manual manual test tone mode, Auto automatic test tone mode

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Setting Up for Surround Sound

Channel Level

The following steps show you how to balance the sound output level of your speakers. Proper speaker balance is essential for obtaining high quality surround sound. If continuing from SPEAKER SETTING go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1–2 on page 40.

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in AUTO setting

1CHANNEL LEVEL should be selected. If it isn’t use the  buttons to select and press ENTER.

2There are two ways to set the CHANNEL LEVEL: MANUAL or AUTO. Select a setting mode with the  buttons and press ENTER.

Test tones will be output.

WARNING: Be prepared! The test tones are output at a high volume level.

MASTER VOLUME rotates to the reference position (0 dB) and the display on the receiver flashes TEST TONE. After a few seconds the test tone is output.

MANUAL: move the test tone manually and adjust the chan- nel level.

AUTO: the test tone moves by itself and you adjust the levels.

3Adjust the speaker level with the instructions below for the method you chose.

Adjust the channel level from –10 dB to +10 dB in 0.5 dB increments.

The default setting is 0 dB.

In MANUAL (manual test tone) mode

To switch the test tone between each speaker use the  buttons and push ENTER. Adjust the level of each speaker using the  buttons and ENTER. When done go to step 4.

In AUTO (automatic test tone) mode

This mode switches the test tone between each speaker automatically. The test tone output cycles through the speak- ers in the following order:

SURROUND SETUP

Memo:

•If your subwoofer has a volume control, set it to the middle position before doing these operations.

•If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter take the readings from your main listening position and adjust the level of each speaker to 75dB SPL (C-weighting/ slow reading).

•The volume of the subwoofer test tone tends to sound lower than it actually is. You may need to adjust the level after testing your system with an actual soundtrack.

•You can also set the channel level manually at any time by pressing RECEIVER then EFFECT/CH SEL on the remote control. Use the (+/–) buttons directly below the EFFECT/ CH SEL button to adjust the level.

Adjust the level of each speaker using the  buttons as the test tone is emitted and wait for it to move to the next speaker. When done go to step 5.

If you want to change a setting before proceeding you need to complete the procedure and start over from step 1.

4When you have the levels you want press ENTER. EXIT should be selected (if it isn’t select it with the  buttons).

5Press ENTER.

Next, proceed to SPEAKER DISTANCE next page.

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Contents Page Installing the Receiver Operating Environment Table of Contents Easy Setup Guide Preparation Surround Setup Basic Expert Audio Scaler HI BIT/HI Sampling Link Digital InterfaceMultichannel Acoustic Calibration EQ System Mcacc USB Audio Hook upLoading the batteries Checking the Supplied AccessoriesPreparing the Remote Control Remote Control Battery IndicatorOperating range of remote control unit Switching video system between PAL and NtscOpening the Front Panel Listening Modes Home Theater The BasicsYour Home System Source MaterialDigital Connections Hooking Up Your DVD Player and TV Speaker terminals Speaker ConnectionsAssigning the Digital Inputs Setting up the Main UnitSwitch 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 Component video Connecting your TVComponent Video Input Default Settings 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 SettingsUsing outdoor antennas Connecting the Radio Antennas AM loop antenna Connecting Speakers Speaker impedance Placing Your Speakers Power Connections ACPower Connections AC Outlets European model only Speaker placementConnecting i.LINK-equipped Components What is i.LINK?Creating an i.LINK Network Front Panel Master Volume dial Display see Mcacc indicator see pages 1310 i.LINK indicator EON Mode button see pagesRemote Control Listening mode buttons see Signal SEL button seeSystem Setup button Command button for other components seeReturn button Volume +/- buttonsRemote Setup button TOP MENU/GUIDE buttonDisplay Back Panel USB Audio terminal AC Outlet European model only switched, 100 W maxComponent Video Monitor OUT ter- minals Speakers terminals seeNormal SettingDisplays & ControlsUp for SoundAuto Setting Surrback SystemEnter button Surround Back SystemExit should be selected. Press the Enter button Speaker Distance Normal SetupSpeaker Setting Channel LevelSurround default setting is Small Speaker SettingFront default setting is Small Center default setting is SmallSpeakers that you want to set. Press If it isn’t use the  buttons to selectIt. Press the Enter button With the  buttons chooseAuto automatic test tone mode Manual manual test tone modeChannel Level Speaker Distance If you want to change a setting before proceedingDi plays & Controls Choose a Listening Mode one of two waysIndicator Stereo and Multichannel PlaybackSelecting 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 ModePress the Acoustic EQ button Press Receiver Press the DNR button on the remote controlListening with Acoustic CAL EQ Digital Noise Reduction Digital NR FunctionListening in Loudness Mode Listening in Midnight ModePress the Midnight button on the remote control Listening with Sound Delay Adjusting Bass and TrebleMulti Channel In Playback Listening in Audio Scaler modeSurround Back Channel Modes Surround Back Channel ModePress the SB CH Mode button on the remote control Virtual Surround Back ModeUsing Headphones Dual Mono setting and playbackPhones jack Video Select Adjusting the Brightness of the Display DimmerAutomatic and Manual Tuning To Change Channel Steps Channel Step Setting multi-voltage model onlyDirect Access Tuning To cancel before inputting the frequencyTune in the station you want Memorizing Frequently Used StationsChoice Characters you want to enter Press Enter when you have gotNaming Memorized Stations Enter the station name you wantTo step through each channel in order Recalling Memorized StationsSelect a class number Channel you wantAn introduction to RDS European model only Using the RDS displayPress the CHARACTER/SEARCH button Searching for RDS programs European model onlyTune into an FM station Use the Band button to select the FM bandFM band Using EON European model onlyMode you want Press the Band button to selectPress 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 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 Bi-amping the front speakers Front BI-AMP Speakers B SetupSelect Front BI-AMP in the Surrback System setup see Stereo playback in another room Second ZoneSpeakers 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 Use the  buttons to select Multi OPE and press Enter Press the Remote Setup button for more than three secondsTo setup a command select Change and press Enter Multi OperationsPress the Multi Operation button When done select Exit and press10Select Exit and press Enter again Performing Multi OperationsSystem 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 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 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 Fine Channel Level Adjust the level of the channel using the  buttonsSubsequent channel. Press Enter Fine Channel DelayAdjust the distance of each channel Using the  buttonsAcoustic Calibration EQ 100101 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 Dynamic Range Control 105Dolby Pro Logic Dolby106 Dolby DigitalDTS Neo6 107DTS 96/24 108 Link Related Messages109 TroubleshootingNection, if you change the settings for Power Power does not turn onThdct NG blinks Setup Setup screen doesnt appear110 Overheat blinks in the display and no sound is output111 Considerable noise in radio broadcasts Other audio problems112 No sound output from one set of speakersBeing input Even when there is no soundWhen a search is performed Noise or hum can be heardSelect button Up when using the Signal114 Input/display Display is darkOther components cant be operated with the system remote Maintenance of External SurfacesRemote control 115Tape Brand Preset Code Brands116 Brand117 Specifications European model118 Specifications multi-voltage model119 TNMWF/03E00001 Printed
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