Pioneer VSX-C301 Setting individual channel levels, AV Direct setting, Auto input select setting

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The System Setup menu

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AV Direct setting

The AV Direct mode allows the receiver to pass audio/ video signals arriving at one of the AV connector inputs to the other AV connector outputs without the sound being routed to the speakers. (See also The AV Direct mode on page 9.) In AV Direct mode, the current input is shown (at reduced brightness) in the front panel display.

The AV Direct setting determines whether the receiver switches to AV Direct mode automatically, or only when you switch it manually.

AVD MANU – Allows you to switch between standby and AV Direct mode using the AV DIRECT button on the remote control.

AVD AUTO – Automatically switches to AV Direct mode when an incoming signal is sensed by the receiver in standby.

Auto input select setting

Specifies how the receiver responds when it senses that a component connected to one of the SCART AV connectors is switched on.

SEL MANU – You must select the receiver’s input manually using the front panel INPUT SELECTOR, or the input buttons on the remote control.

SEL AUTO – When a component connected to one of the SCART AV connectors (except the TV) is switched on, the receiver automatically switches to that input.

When set to AVD AUTO, if a connected component is switched on, you cannot switch this receiver into standby (INPUT ON appears in the display).

You can’t use the sleep timer when the AV Direct setting is AVD AUTO (see also Using the sleep timer on page 29).

AV Direct does not work when EON is on (see also Enhanced Other Network (EON) on page 28).

Setting individual channel levels

Use to set the relative volume of each channel as you find necessary for balanced surround sound. You can set up individual channel levels for each listening mode.

1Use the AUTO, STEREO, SOUND MODE, SURROUND or ADVANCED SURROUND button to select a listening mode to set up channel levels for.

2Use MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume to an appropriate level.

3Press TEST TONE to output the test tone.

The test tone is output in the following order (from speakers that are switched on and are appropriate for the current listening mode):

L – Front left

C – Center

R – Front right

RS – Right surround

LS – Left surround

SW – Subwoofer

4Use the LEVEL +/– buttons to adjust speaker levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in your main listening position.

The channel level range is ± 10 dB.

5Press TEST TONE to turn off the test tone.

Since the subwoofer transmits an ultra-low frequency its sound may seem quieter than it actually is. Be careful not to turn up your subwoofer too much and check the volume with an actual source.

The subwoofer volume is best controlled with the volume control on the subwoofer unit itself.

The speaker volume can be adjusted without outputting the test tone by pressing CH SELECT then using the LEVEL +/– buttons.

The level setting mode is automatically exited after 5 seconds of inactivity.

The default setting is 0 dB for all channels.

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Contents VSX-C301 Operating Environment Before you start Contents Connecting speakers Easy SetupQuick start guide Quick start guide ChapterConnecting your TV and DVD player Switching on and playing a DVDQuick start guide Connect your TV to the receiverIntroductory information FeaturesIntroductory information Chapter Introduction to home theaterConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel Stbdvd OPT1 jackInstalling the receiver Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections AV Direct modeConnecting a TV with a built-in digital TV tuner Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD player and TVSTB VCR, etc Connecting your equipment Connecting other video componentsInstalling your speaker system Placing the speakers Connecting the speakersFM wire antenna Connecting your equipment Connecting antennasConnecting external antennas AM loop antennaDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Plugging in the receiverControls and displays Controls and displays ChapterFront panel Controls and displays DisplayTuned Controls and displays Remote control Operating range of the remote control Checking the settings on your DVD or other player Using the Room SetupGetting started Getting started ChapterGetting started Playing a source Home theater sound Listening with headphonesHome theater sound Chapter Playing multichannel sourcesUsing the Sound Modes Home theater sound Using the Advanced Surround effectsEnhancing dialog Listening with virtual surround back speakersUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Memorizing station presetsListening to memorized station presets Using the tunerNaming station presets Radio Data System RDSSearching for RDS programs Displaying RDS informationEnhanced Other Network EON Press the FM/AM button to put the receiver in FM tuner modeProgram identification function Press Enter to search for the program typeUsing other functions Chapter Using other functionsSelecting the input signal type Using the sleep timerDefault receiver settings Using other functionsSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Setup menu optionsSystem Setup menu AV Direct setting Setting individual channel levelsAuto input select setting Press Test Tone to turn off the test toneControlling other equipment Using the remote control with other componentsControlling other equipment Chapter TV ControlClearing preset codes Recalling preset codesControlling other equipment Remote Direct functionButtons Function Components VCR / DVD / LD player and DVD recorder controlsEnter Cable TV / satellite TV / digital TV / TV controlsControlling other equipment Preset code list Troubleshooting Additional informationAdditional information Chapter Additional information Dolby Digital Surround sound formatsDolby Pro Logic II and Dolby Surround DTS Digital SurroundAdditional information Specifications DVR/TV Scart pin assignmentPioneer Corporation

VSX-C301 specifications

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