Pioneer VSX-AX5i-G manual Expert Setup

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ExpertSystemSystemSe tings Settings

EXPERT Setup

The settings here can only be done if you've performed the more basic preliminary setups. Thus, before doing these settings do either AUTO SETTING on page 13 or NORMAL setup page 40. These settings are to further heighten your surround sound. They are not absolutely necessary but may give more defined and enjoyable surround sound. You can decide if you want to make these settings or not. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system, add new speakers or components to your system, etc.). These setup operations use your TV to display the settings and choices so be sure your TV and receiver are properly hooked up.

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1	Turn on the receiver and your TV,
	press RECEIVER on the remote con-
	trol.
	Make sure your TV is set to the receiver.
2	Press the SYSTEM SETUP button.
	The menu possibilities appear on your TV.
3 SURROUND SETUP should be selected
3-5 2	(if it's not use the  buttons to
3-5 2	select it). Press the ENTER button.
4	Select EXPERT with the  buttons.
	Press the ENTER button.
5	Follow the order below to make
	expert settings. Use the  buttons
	to navigate through the menus.
	When you have the setting you want
	in particular menu, press ENTER.
	In each mode, the current settings are displayed on the
	screen.
	CROSSOVER NETWORK (page 97)
	This feature determines which frequencies will be sent to
	the subwoofer (or large speakers).
	FINE CHANNEL LEVEL (page 98)
	This feature balances the sound output level of your
	speakers more finely than in the NORMAL setup.
	FINE CHANNEL DELAY (page 99)
	This feature adjusts the delay level of your speakers more
	finely than in the NORMAL setup.
	ACOUSTIC CAL EQ (page 100)
	This feature allows you to adjust the amount of a certain
	frequency in a soundtrack, acting as a kind of room
	equalizer for your speakers.
	BASS PEAK LEVEL (page 104)
	Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low
	bass tones. Set the bass peak level as needed to prevent
	the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from
	the speakers.
	D-RANGE CONTROL (page 105)
	This feature makes possible excellent surround sound
	effects when listening to Dolby Digital and DTS sources at
	low volumes.

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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 batteriesSwitching video system between PAL and Ntsc Operating range of remote control unitOpening 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 InputsAuto Surround Sound Setup Switch on the receiver and your TVPlace the microphone at your Normal listening position Check the speaker settings on the OSD Playing a DVD with Surround Sound Select OK and press EnterReturn 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 cablesConnecting the Radio Antennas Using outdoor 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 NormalSurround Back System Enter buttonExit 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. PressManual manual test tone mode Auto automatic 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 Midnight Mode Listening in Loudness 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 ModesDual Mono setting and playback Using HeadphonesPhones 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 StepsMemorizing Frequently Used Stations Tune in the station you wantChoice 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 Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Recalling Settings Stored in the Remote ControlPress 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-AMPFront panel to switch speakers on Speakers ButtonOff 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 Editing Remote Control Display Names Press the Remote Setup for more than three secondsUse the  buttons to select Funcname and press Enter Editing Button Names KEY Label Use the  buttons to select KEY Label and press EnterPress the buttons whose name you want to change Adjusting the Light on the Remote Control Clearing Remote Control Settings You Have Input Use the  buttons to select Clear and press EnterPress 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 Source you want. Press the Enter If you want to change the ports for additional i.LINKComponents 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 102 Use the  buttons to select the freThis explanation is for Custom 1 or Custom Use the  buttons to adjust the Trim and press Enter To use the Data Check feature follow the steps hereEQ setting by using the  buttons and pressing Enter Start or Setting CANCEL. Press 104Bass Peak Level 105 Dynamic Range ControlDolby 106Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic107 DTS Neo6DTS 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