Pioneer Comprehensive Guide to VSX-AX2AV Stereo Receiver Features and Connections
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Other connections

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1Connect the IR receiver sensor to the MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE IR IN jack on the rear of this receiver.

Closet or shelving unit

Non-Pioneer

IRcomponent

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pioneer

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

component

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

AUDIO

 

 

PRE O

&SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

IN

ROOM2(ZONE2)

OUT

/REC SEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHONO

 

 

OUT1

 

 

 

 

FM UNBAL 75Ω

 

AM LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

ROOM3(ZONE3)

 

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

MONITOR

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT2

 

 

IN

ROOM2(ZONE2) OUT

OUT

 

 

R ROOM2(ZONE2) L

CD

 

 

SUBW.

 

 

 

USB

S400

 

IR

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

12 V TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IR

 

 

IN

 

 

1

2

 

 

 

DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN1

 

 

(DC OUT 12VTOTAL50mA MAX)

IN1

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SAT)

S400

ROOM2

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

 

 

TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 V TRIGGER

 

IN2

 

 

 

MONITOR

IN

2

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ZONE2)

OUT

 

 

 

CD-R/

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVR/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

VCR 1)

 

HDMI

IN1

OUT

IN1(DVD/LD)

 

SAT

 

TAPE

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN3

 

IN1

Y

Y

IN2(TV)

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1–2

 

 

IN

 

R

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

(DVR/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR 2)

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

 

VIDEO1/

 

FR

 

FL

iPod

 

 

 

 

IN4

 

 

P

P

 

 

 

GAME1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(CD-R)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1–4

 

IN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUB W.

CENTER

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNA-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BLE

 

 

P

P

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN1 1–2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

 

SUR-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD)

 

 

IN2

IN3

 

 

 

VCR 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

Y

Y

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

(CD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

P

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

 

R

SURROUND L

 

RS-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR 2

 

 

 

BACK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

P

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

MULTI CH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S -VIDEO

 

VIDEO

R

L

 

OUT

IN

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE 1–3

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL

 

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

SURROUND

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BACK

 

 

 

IR receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI CH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Connect the 12V TRIGGER jack of this receiver to the 12V trigger of another component.

Use a cable with a mono mini-plug on each end for the connection.

•The trigger maximum power is DC OUT 12V/50mA total.

After you’ve specified the input functions that will switch on the trigger, you’ll be able to switch the component on or off just by pressing the input function(s) you’ve set on page 60.

Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display

If you have a Pioneer plasma display, you can use an

SR+ cable1 to connect it to this unit and take advantage of various convenient features, such as automatic video input switching of the plasma display when the input is

changed.2

2Connect the IR IN jack of another component to the MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE IR OUT jack on the rear of this receiver to link it to the IR receiver.

Please see the manual supplied with your IR receiver for the type of cable necessary for the connection.

•If you want to link a Pioneer component to the IR receiver, see Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor on page 72 to connect to the CONTROL jacks instead of the IR OUT jack.

CONTROL

OUT

OOM

CE

L

Pioneer plasma display

ANTENNA

AUDIO

R

PRE OUT

 

PHONO

L

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger

You can connect components in your system (such as a screen or projector) to this receiver so that they switch on or off using 12 volt triggers when you select an input function. However, you must specify which input functions switch on the trigger using the The Input Setup menu on page 60. Note that this will only work with components that have a standby mode.

12V

TRIGGER

(ZONE3)

 

 

 

FM UNBAL 75Ω

 

AM LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

MONITOR

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

ROOM2(ZONE2) OUT

OUT

 

R ROOM2(ZONE2) L

CD

 

 

SUBW.

 

S400

 

IR

 

 

 

OUT

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 V TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(AUDIO)

 

1

2

 

 

DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN1

 

LD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DC OUT 12VTOTAL 50mA MAX)

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S400

ROOM2

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

 

TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONITOR

IN2

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ZONE2)

OUT

 

 

 

 

CD-R/

 

 

R

L

 

HDMI

IN1

OUT

IN1(DVD/LD)

 

SAT

 

TAPE

 

 

 

IN1

 

Y

Y

IN2(TV)

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

1–2

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

 

VIDEO1/

 

FR

 

FL

iPod

 

 

 

 

PB

PB

 

 

GAME1

 

 

 

 

 

IN

1–4

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

SUB W.

CENTER

 

IN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NA-

 

 

PR

PR

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1–2

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

 

SUR-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN2

IN3

 

 

 

ROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

Y

Y

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

PB

PB

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

 

R

SURROUND

L

RS-232C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BACK

 

 

 

 

 

PR

PR

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

CH

 

 

 

 

 

 

S -VIDEO

VIDEO

R

L

 

OUT

IN

IN

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE 1–3

CONTROL

 

 

 

DIGITAL

 

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important

 

 

 

 

 

• If you connect to a Pioneer plasma display using an

 

 

 

 

 

SR+ cable, you will need to point the remote control

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

 

at the plasma display remote sensor to control the

&SOURCE

 

 

 

 

receiver. In this case, you won’t be able to control the

/REC SEL

 

 

 

 

ROOM3(ZONE3)

 

 

 

 

OUT1

 

 

FM UNBAL 75Ω

A

 

 

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

MONITOR

MULT

receiver using the remote control if you switch the

OUT2

IN

ROOM2(ZONE2) OUT

OUT

 

 

 

S400

IR

 

 

OUT

plasma display off.

IN

 

 

 

 

USB

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

12 V

 

 

 

(AUDIO)

1

2

 

DVD/

 

 

IN1

LD

 

IN1

(DC OUT 12VTOTAL 50mA MAX)

IN

 

 

 

 

(SAT)

ROOM2

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

S400

 

& SOURCE

 

TV

 

IN2

(ZONE2)

MONITOR

IN2

IN

 

OUT

 

 

 

(DVR/

 

OUT

 

 

 

Note

1The 3-ringed SR+ cable from Pioneer is commercially available under the part number ADE7095. Contact the Pioneer Customer Support division for more information on obtaining an SR+ cable (you can also use a commercially available 3-ringed mini phone plug for the connection).

2This receiver is compatible with all SR+ equipped Pioneer plasma displays from 2003 onward.

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Contents VSX-AX4AVi-GVSX-AX2AV-G Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Operating EnvironmentDisplay shows the new setting PAL or Ntsc Changing the TV format settingVoltage selector For Taiwan exclusivelyContents Using other functions Other SettingsOther connections Controlling the rest of your systemBefore you start Installing the receiverBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxMinute guide Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterEnter 02 5 minute guideProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Better sound using Phase ControlMinute guide Playing a sourceConnecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsAbout the video converter 324 Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD playerUse an optical cable for the connection Or other set-top box Other video sourcesFor a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 outputs Using the component video jacksUse a three-way component video cable DVD playerAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesSelect these inputs using Input Select remote or Input Selector dial front panel to selectConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsTHX speaker system setup Connecting antennasAM loop antenna Assemble the stand as shown in the illustrationUsing an external antenna to improve FM reception FM wire antennaUsing an external antenna to improve AM reception AntennaAC power cord and converter plug use Connecting your equipment Plugging in the receiverControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel STANDBY/ONControls and displays Operating range of remote control unitControls and displays Display Receiver Controls and displays Remote controlInput Select 6TUNE/ST /ENTERMultiope StatusShift SourceListening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemAuto playback Listening in surround soundUsing the Advanced surround effects Using the Home THX modesTHX Games Mode Listening to your systemSelecting Mcacc presets Using Stream DirectChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Listening in stereoUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Using surround back channel processingUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerSaving station presets Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tunerListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Automatic Mcacc ExpertMemory System Setup menuIf necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in the OSD.1 Surround back speaker settingFine Channel Level Manual Mcacc setupWhen youre finished, press Return Adjust the level of the left channelFine Speaker Distance Standing WaveSelect ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking Acoustic Calibration EQHow to interpret the graphical output How to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQUsing Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ Select ‘EQ Professional’ then press EnterSelect an option and press Enter Checking Mcacc preset data Copying Mcacc preset dataData Management Speaker Setting Manual speaker setupRenaming Mcacc presets Clearing Mcacc presetsSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect a setup option Confirm your selected setup optionSpeaker Distance Bass Peak LevelEnter Curve THX Audio SettingConnecting your iPod to the receiver Connecting an iPodOther connections Other connections ChapterOther connections Connecting using HdmiBasic playback controls Button What it doesUsing the i.LINK interface About HdmiOn a HDMI-compatible monitor.1 Checking the i.LINK inputs About i.LINKCreating an i.LINK network About Pqls rate controlConnecting the multichannel analog inputs Using the USB interfaceSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Use standard RCA/phono jack cables for the connectionsSwitching the speaker system Second Zone speaker B setupUse the Input Select button to select USB Start playback of a source on your computerBi-wiring your speakers Bi-amping your front speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Other connections Connecting additional amplifiers Multi-room listeningMaking multi-room connections Basic multi-room setup Room Multi-room listening optionsSub room Input sources available Using the multi-room controls Connecting an IR receiverMulti-room remote controls InputUsing this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display Switching components on and off using the 12 volt triggerPioneer plasma display Pioneer plasma Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayDisplay DVD player Satellite receiver, etcAdvanced Mcacc output using your PC Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputOther Settings Other Settings ChapterInput Setup menu Other Setup menu Other SettingsInput function default and possible settings Select ‘Other Setup’ then press EnterMulti-Room and IR receiver setup OSD AdjustmentSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Using other functions Chapter Using other functionsSetting the AV options Setting What it does OptionsPlaying a different source when recording Using other functionsMaking an audio or a video recording Recout SourceUsing the sleep timer Switching the speaker impedanceChecking your system settings Dimming the displayDefault system settings Resetting the systemDisplay shows RESET? Setting DefaultSelecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsProgramming signals from other remote controls Controlling the rest of your systemResetting the remote control presets Erasing one of the remote control button settingsConfirming preset codes Controlling the rest of your systemDirect function Renaming input source namesMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing System off Using multi operationsControls for other components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsButtons Function Components Function ComponentsOperating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor Button s Function ComponentsDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Power TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterAdditional information Other audio problemsVideo SettingsProfessional Calibration EQ graphical output DisplayLink interface Remote controlLink messages USB interfaceMessage Explanation There is a problem with the signal path from Symptom Cause ActionIPod messages JacksAdditional information Surround sound formats DolbyWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THX Stereo 2 channel signal formats Listening modes with different input signal formatsTHX Games Mode THX MusicModeMultichannel signal formats Input signal format StandardAuto Surround Input signal format Surround Back speakersUnavailable with only one surround back speaker connected Additional information Specifications Cleaning the unit FeaturesAdditional information Our philosophy 05F00001 Printed ARB7336-A Pioneer Corporation

VSX-AX4AVi-G, VSX-AX2AV-G specifications

The Pioneer VSX-AX4AVi-G and VSX-AX2AV-G are two impressive receivers that exemplify Pioneer’s commitment to high-fidelity audio performance and advanced home theater technology. Both models cater to audio enthusiasts and casual listeners alike with their robust feature sets and innovative technologies.

The VSX-AX4AVi-G is a flagship model that boasts a powerful 7.1 channel surround sound system, delivering an immersive audio experience. With 130 watts per channel, it ensures that even the most demanding soundtracks are reproduced with clarity and strength. Supporting various surround sound formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, the receiver creates a cinema-like experience at home. The inclusion of Pioneer's proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) enables automatic speaker setup and calibration, optimizing audio quality based on the specific characteristics of the room.

In contrast, the VSX-AX2AV-G is designed for those seeking high-end audio without a plethora of features. While it also supports 7.1 channel playback, it focuses on delivering a more straightforward user experience. The AX2AV-G offers similar power output per channel, ensuring rich and full-bodied sound reproduction. Its straightforward user interface makes it accessible for users who want quality audio without the complexity.

Both models feature advanced video processing capabilities and support high-definition video formats. They can upscale standard-definition content to 1080p through HDMI, ensuring that users get the best quality possible from their video sources. The HDMI connectivity allows for multiple input sources and supports 4K video resolution, making both receivers future-proof for evolving home theater setups.

In terms of connectivity, the VSX-AX4AVi-G and VSX-AX2AV-G offer a wide range of inputs and outputs, including multiple HDMI ports, component video inputs, and composite connections, accommodating various devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The receivers also feature advanced digital signal processing, enhancing sound quality and making music playback more enjoyable.

Additionally, these receivers come equipped with a range of audio enhancement features such as Phase Control and Advanced Sound Retriever, which help to improve audio playback by enhancing high frequencies and restoring lost details, especially when streaming compressed audio formats.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-AX4AVi-G and VSX-AX2AV-G represent two excellent options in the receiver market. With their combined focus on high-quality audio, advanced video processing, and user-friendly operation, they provide an ideal solution for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment experience.
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