Pioneer VSX-AX5i-G manual Music modes Surround mode, 2PL II Music 2PRO Logic II Music

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Basic Operation

MUSIC modes (SURROUND mode)

The MUSIC modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing either two-channel or multichannel sources. It optimizes its effects in accordance with your source, SB CH MODE and speaker configuration. The first two modes are for pure decoding of multichannel sound sources. With these modes the receiver will automatically employ the format of the sound source (for example, Dolby Digital or DTS). With two channel sources these first two modes will create surround channels. Then there are five PIONEER original sound modes that use DSP (Digital Signal Processing) to create different types of sound environments as described below. Lastly, the 5/7-CH STEREO mode simply outputs a stereo signal through all of your speakers.

2PL II MUSIC (2PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)*

This mode gives 5.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for music. Compared to the Movie Mode PRO LOGIC, the surround effect is more enveloping. With sources other than stereo (5.1, etc.) the display will automatically show the type of decoding being employed (Dolby Digital, DTS-ES, etc.).

NEO:6 MUSIC*

This mode gives 6.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for music. The NEO:6 MUSIC mode plays the stereo source as is through the front left/right speakers, and generates a natural, ambient surround and center sound. With sources other than stereo (5.1, etc.) the display will automatically show the type of decoding being employed (Dolby Digital, DTS-ES, etc.).

CLASSICAL

Simulates the acoustic effects of a large concert hall. Suitable for classical music. A long delay time of reflected sounds, coupled with reverb effects, let the listener experience the dynamic and rich sounds characteristic of concert halls and powerful orchestral performances.

CHAMBER

Simulates the acoustic environment of a very resonant concert hall. Rich reverberation and a full sound create the impression of a lively performance space.

JAZZ

Simulates the acoustic effects of a jazz club. Reflected sound is virtually below 100 msec so that the listener can experience a live band effect.

ROCK

Simulates the acoustic effects of a mid-sized concert hall. The listener can experience a live band effect with good separation of the instruments, a strong bass and the vivid feeling of a live performance.

DANCE

Simulates the acoustic effects of a dance club. Features a strong bass sound. Reflected sound delay time is virtually below 50 msec, for the listener to experience the visceral power of dance music.

5/7CH STEREO

Simulates the acoustic environment of a regular stereo while using all the speakers in the system to induce a rich, all-around sound. The display will change to 5-CH STEREO or 7-CH STEREO according to the SB CH MODE and speaker configuration.

*When you input a multichannel signal the decoding is done automatically so you cannot choose these modes.

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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 batteriesOperating range of remote control unit Switching video system between PAL and NtscOpening the Front Panel 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 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 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 SettingsUsing outdoor antennas Connecting the Radio Antennas AM loop antenna 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 NormalEnter button Surround Back SystemExit should be selected. Press the Enter 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. PressAuto automatic test tone mode Manual manual test tone modeChannel Level 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 buttonListening 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 modePress the SB CH Mode button on the remote control Surround Back Channel ModeVirtual Surround Back Mode Surround Back Channel ModesUsing Headphones Dual Mono setting and playbackPhones jack 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 StepsTune in the station you want Memorizing Frequently Used StationsChoice 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 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 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-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 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 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  buttonsAdjust the distance of each channel Fine Channel DelayUsing the  buttons Subsequent channel. Press EnterAcoustic 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 105106 DolbyDolby Digital Dolby Pro LogicDTS Neo6 107DTS 96/24 108 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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