Pioneer VSX-LX60 operating instructions Connecting your equipment, When making cable connections

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Connecting your equipment

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11 Audio/video source inputs/(outputs) (x6)

 

 

Use for connection to audio/visual sources, such as DVD

When making cable connections

players/recorders, VCRs, etc. Each set of inputs has jacks

• To avoid hum, do not lay connected cables over the

for composite video, S-video1and stereo analog audio.

top of the receiver.

 See Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other

 

video sources on page 16.

 

12 Stereo analog audio source inputs/(outputs) (x3) Use for connection to audio sources such as CD players, tape decks, turntables, etc.

See Connecting analog audio sources on page 18.

13 Multichannel analog audio inputs

• When connecting optical cables, be careful when

7.1 channel inputs for connection to a DVD player with

inserting the plug not to damage the shutter

multichannel analog outputs.

protecting the optical socket.

 See Connecting the multichannel analog inputs on

 

page 55.

 

14 12 V trigger jacks (total 50 mA max.) (x2)

 

Use to switch components in your system on and off

 

according to the input function of the receiver.

 

See Switching components on and off using the 12

volt trigger on page 61.

 

• When storing optical cable, coil loosely. The cable

15 Multichannel pre-amplifier outputs

 

may be damaged if bent around sharp corners.

 

 

 

Use to connect separate amplifiers for center, surround,

 

 

 

surround back and subwoofer channels.

 

 

 

About the video converter

 See Connecting additional amplifiers on page 58 (see

also Installing your speaker system on page 19 for

The video converter ensures that all video sources are

powered subwoofer connection).

output through all of the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks.

16 iPod input terminal

The only exception is HDMI and high-definition

component video: since these resolutions cannot be

Use to connect your Apple iPod as an audio or video

downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the

source.

receiver’s HDMI/component video outputs when

 See Connecting an iPod on page 53.

17 RS-232C connector

connecting these video sources.2

If several video components are assigned to the same

Use for connection to a PC for graphical output when

input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 66),

using Advanced MCACC or Full Band Phase Control.

the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, S-video,

 See Connecting a PC for Advanced MCACC output on

page 63.

then composite (in that order).

 

 

 

18 Speaker terminals

 

• For optimal video performance, THX recommends

 

switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the

Use for connection to the main front, center, surround

 

 

Video options on page 71) OFF.

and surround back speakers.

 

 

 

 

 See Installing your speaker system on page 19.

 

 

 

19 AC IN inlet

 

This product incorporates copyright protection technology

 

 

that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents

 

Connect the supplied power cord here.

 

 

 

and other intellectual property rights owned by

 

 See Plugging in the receiver on page 22.

 

 

 

Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of

 

20 Switched AC power outlet (100 W/0.4 A max.)

 

this copyright protection technology must be authorized

 

 

by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and

 

Use to power another component in the system. Power to

 

 

 

other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise

 

the outlet switches on and off with the receiver.

 

 

 

authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse

 

 See AC outlet on page 22.

 

 

 

engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

 

 

 

 

 

Note

1You must assign the input source to the S-video input to which you’ve connected your video component (see The Input Setup menu on page 66).

2If the video signal does not appear on your TV or plasma display, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display. Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, try switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 71) OFF.

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Contents Operating Instructions Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Important the Moulded PlugOperating Environment Contents Using other functions Other SettingsOther connections Hdmi ControlBefore you start Installing the receiverBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxMinute guide Chapter Minute guideIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround SoundSwitch on the receiver and your TV Speaker configuration in the OSDProgress report is displayed on-screen while Receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakersMinute guide Problems when using the Auto Mcacc SetupPlaying a source Press Phase Phase Control to select Phase Control Using Phase ControlPhase Control indicator on the front panel lights 02 5 minute guidePress Phase Phase Control to select Using Full Band Phase ControlFullband PHASE.3 Tweeter Midrange WooferConnecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentAudio/video source inputs/outputs Multichannel analog audio inputsConnect using a standard video cable or an S-video cable Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD playerVSX-LX70 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top boxFor a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 in inputs Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCRUse a three-way component video cable Connecting digital audio sourcesUse an optical cable for the connection TV game, video camera, etc Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemCenter Placing the speakers Bare wire connectionsTHX speaker system setup Connecting antennasAM loop antenna Assemble the stand as shown in the illustration.1Connecting external antennas FM wire antennaPlugging in the receiver AC outletControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel Input Selector dial Use to select an input sourceControls and displays Operating range of remote control unitControls and displays Display RECEIVER Remote controlInput Select SelectMulti OPE StatusShift SOURCEListening 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 systemUsing Stream Direct Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceListening in stereo TipChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Selecting Mcacc presetsUsing surround back channel processing Hdmi Digital AnalogUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode BD Tvctrl USB playback Using the USB interfaceUSB playback Chapter Basic playback controlsCompressed audio compatibility USB playbackUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerSaving station presets Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tunerListening to station presets An introduction to RDSSearching for RDS programs Using EONDisplaying RDS information Search shows in the displaySystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Select the setting you want to adjustPoint System Setup menuFront Align If necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in the OSD.1 Manual Mcacc setup Surround back speaker settingSelect ‘Surr Back System’ from the System Setup menu Select the surround back speaker settingSelect ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menuAdjust the level of the left channel When you’re finished, press ReturnSelect ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuFine Speaker Distance Standing WaveHow to use Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ AdjustHow to interpret the graphical output Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalSelect ‘EQ Professional’ then press Enter Using Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalSelect an option and press Enter Full Band Phase Control Select ‘FULL Band Phase CTRL’ from the System Setup menu Checking Mcacc preset dataSelect ‘Data Management’ from the System Setup menu Data ManagementRenaming Mcacc presets Copying Mcacc preset dataClearing Mcacc presets Speaker Setting System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSelect ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSpeaker Distance Channel LevelCurve THX Audio SettingConnecting your iPod to the receiver Connecting an iPodOther connections Other connections ChapterWatching photos and video content Connecting using HdmiOther connections Basic playback controlsAbout Hdmi Selecting the multichannel analog inputs Switching the speaker systemUse the Input Select button to select Multi CH Select ‘Speaker B’ from the ‘Surr Back System’ menuBi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Large Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsSecondary MULTI-ZONE setup Zone Basic MULTI-ZONE setup ZoneMULTI-ZONE listening options Sub Zone Input sources availableUsing the MULTI-ZONE controls Connecting an IR receiverMULTI-ZONE remote controls RCV/Z3 ZONE3Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma displayCloset or shelving unit Non-Pioneer IRcomponent Pioneer plasma Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayDisplay Satellite receiver, etcAdvanced Mcacc output using your PC Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputSelect ‘Output PC’ and press Enter Personal computerHdmi Control Chapter Hdmi ControlMaking the Hdmi Control connections Synchronized amp mode Hdmi Control Setting the Hdmi optionsBefore using synchronization About Hdmi ControlOther Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Setup menu Input Input Terminals Source Digital Other Setup menuVideo Multi Channel Input Setup Other SettingsZone Audio Setup SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysSelect the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you want OSD AdjustmentSelect ‘OSD Adjustment’ from the Other Setup menu You will return to the Other Setup menuUsing other functions Chapter Using other functionsSetting the Audio options Setting What it does OptionsSetting the Video options Using other functionsMaking an audio or a video recording Playing a different source when recordingSelect the source you want to record Prepare the source you want to recordSwitching the speaker impedance Reducing the level of an analog signalUsing the sleep timer Dimming the displayResetting the system Checking your system settingsDefault system settings Setting DefaultListening Mode x ch Neo6 Options Center Image All Inputs Listening Mode 2 chListening Mode HP Channel level M1-M6 Speaker Distance M1-M6Selecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsRemote 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 systemMulti Operation and System Off Renaming input source namesDirect function Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceUsing System off Using multi operationsControls for TVs Buttons Function Components Controls for other componentsFunction Components Button s Function Components Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensorDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor Power TroubleshootingSymptom Remedy Additional informationNo sound Additional informationPhase Control feature Other audio problemsVideo SettingsDisplay Professional Calibration EQ graphical outputGraphical output following Calibration does not appearHdcp Error shows in the display Remote controlSymptom Cause Action SymptomRemedyUSB interface VSX-LX60 only IPod messagesDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THXAbout Neural Surround Input signal format Standard Stereo 2 channel signal formatsAuto Surround Multichannel signal formats Movie a MOVIE+THX a DTS-ES b DTS-ES Matrix/Discrete DTS-ES+THX Matrix/DiscreteWMA9 Pro Channel DecodingSacd Direct VSX-LX70 or Straight decoding VSX-LX60 Surround Back speakers Input signal formatAdditional information Specifications Features Additional information Cleaning the unitOur philosophy IPod Ready DCDiPioneer Corporation
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