Pioneer VSX-2016AV Controlling the rest of your system, Resetting the remote control presets

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12Controlling the rest of your system

• The remote controls should be 3 cm to 5 cm apart.

3 cm to 5 cm

5Press the corresponding button on the other remote control that is sending (teaching) the signal to this receiver’s remote control.

For example, if you want to learn the playback control

signal, press and hold briefly. The LCD display will show OK if the operation has been learned.1

If for some reasons the operation hasn’t been learned the LCD will display ERROR briefly and then display PRES KEY again. If this happens, keep pressing the (teaching) button as you vary the distance between the two remotes,

until the LCD display shows OK.2

Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be

learned from other remote controls.3 The buttons available are shown below (with the exception of the TV controls, a combination of SHIFT and these buttons can also be learned):

RECEIVER

SELECT

 

SYSTEM OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING

 

 

 

 

 

 

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

TV VOL

 

INPUT

TV CH

VOL

 

 

 

 

 

SELECT

CD

 

DVR 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD

TV

DVR1

TV CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

CD-R/TAPE

HDMI2

USB

 

 

A

REC

 

 

iPod

HDMI1

TUNER

RECEIVER

 

 

 

MUTE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MPX

B

EON

REC STOP

JUKEBOX

 

SLEEP

VIDEO

ANALOG

 

C

D

E

 

 

SEL

ATT

 

 

 

 

 

 

SR+

DIMMER

MIDNIGHT/

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

HDD

DVD

 

DISP

 

 

CH

CH

 

 

 

LOUDNESS

 

 

 

DIALOG E

S.RETRIEVER

 

STATUS

 

SIGNAL SEL

SBch

STEREO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D.ACCESS +10

 

CLASS DISC

MULTI OPE

 

THX

STANDARD

ADV.SURR

 

 

 

ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

AV PARAMETER

 

CH LEVEL

SHIFT

 

PHASE

MCACC

S.DIRECT

TOP MENU

 

 

MENU

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUNE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST

ST

T.EDIT

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP

ENTER

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUNE

 

 

 

 

RECEIVER

 

GUIDE PTYSEARCH

BAND

 

 

 

 

 

Erasing one of the remote control button settings

This erases one of the buttons you have programmed and restores the button to the factory default.

1While pressing the RECEIVER button, press SETUP. The remote LCD display shows SETUP.

2 Use

to select ERASE then press ENTER.

The LCD on the remote prompts you for the component corresponding to the button setting to be erased.

3Press the input source button corresponding to the command to be erased then press ENTER.

The LCD display flashes PRES KEY.

4Press and hold the button to be erased for two seconds.

The LCD display shows OK or NO CODE to confirm the button has been erased.

5Repeat step 4 to erase other buttons.

6Press and hold the RECEIVER button for a couple of seconds when you’re done.

Resetting the remote control presets

This will erase all preset remote control preset codes and programmed buttons.

1While pressing the RECEIVER button, press SETUP. The remote LCD display shows SETUP.

2 Use

to select RESET then press ENTER.

RESET flashes in the LCD display.

3Press and hold ENTER for about two seconds. The LCD shows OK to confirm the remote presets have been erased.

6To program additional signals for the current component repeat steps 4 and 5.

To program signals for another component, exit and repeat steps 1 through 5.

7Press and hold the RECEIVER button for a couple of seconds to exit and store the operation(s).

Confirming preset codes

Use this feature to check which preset code is assigned to an input source button.

1While pressing the RECEIVER button, press SETUP. The remote LCD display shows SETUP.

2 Use to select READ ID then press ENTER.

The LCD on the remote prompts you for the input source button you want to check.

Note

1Note that interference from TVs or other devices will sometimes result in the remote control learning the wrong signal.

2• Some commands from other remote controls cannot be learned, but in most cases the remotes just need to be moved closer together or farther apart.

If the remote LCD shows FULL, it means the memory is full. See Erasing one of the remote control button settings below to erase a programmed button you’re not using to free up more memory (note that some signals may take more memory than others).

3Note that the number key decimal button (+10/D.ACCESS) may not be learned with some components.

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Contents VSX-2016AV-S Important the Moulded Plug Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenOperating Environment Contents Other connections Other SettingsUsing other functions Controlling the rest of your systemBefore you start Chapter FeaturesBefore you start Checking what’s in the boxBefore you start Installing the receiver Loading the batteries02 5 minute guide Chapter Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMinute guide Introduction to home theaterWait for the test tones to finish then confirm Speaker configuration in the OSDMinute guide 02 5 minute guide Better sound using Phase ControlProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Playing a sourceRear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections 342 Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD playerConnecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box DVD playerUse an optical cable for the connection Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesUsing the component video jacks DVR, VCR, etcConnecting digital audio sources Use a three-way component video cableAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Tape deck, etcConnecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersBare wire connections Placing the speakersConnecting antennas THX speaker system setupPlugging in the receiver Connecting external antennasPlug the power cord into a power outlet Front panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Operating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysStream Direct Over / ATTVideo Conv SleepInput Select Controls and displays Remote controlReceiver Multi OPE 6TUNE/ST /ENTERStatus ShiftAuto playback Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Standard surround soundTHX Games Mode Using the Home THX modesUsing the Advanced surround effects Listening to your systemListening in stereo Selecting Mcacc presetsUsing Stream Direct While listening to a source, press McaccListening to your system Choosing the input signal Using the Virtual Surround Back modeUsing the tone controls Using Midnight and LoudnessUsing the Sound Retriever Press Tone to select the frequency you want to adjustUSB playback Chapter Using the USB interfaceUSB playback Basic playback controlsAbout MPEG-4 AAC USB playbackOther compatibility information About WMASaving station presets Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Listening to the radioListening to station presets Using the tunerNaming station presets An introduction to RDSPress Disp for RDS information Using EONDisplaying RDS information Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Select the setting you want to adjustSystem Setup menu MemorySurround back speaker setting Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press EnterManual Mcacc setup Fine Channel LevelSelect ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Adjust the level of the left channelWhen youre finished, press Return Fine Speaker DistanceProfessional Acoustic Calibration EQ How to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQAcoustic Calibration EQ Select ‘EQ Professional’ then press Enter How to interpret the graphical outputUsing Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ Select an option and press EnterData Management EQ OFFRenaming Mcacc presets Checking Mcacc preset dataCopying Mcacc preset data Clearing Mcacc presets Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Adjust the level of each channel using the buttons Select a setup optionConfirm your selected setup option Channel LevelCurve Speaker DistanceBass Peak Level Select ‘THX Audio Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu THX Audio SettingChoose the X-Curve setting you want Select ‘Return’ then press Enter to finishOther connections Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connections ChapterBasic playback controls Connecting using HdmiOther connections Use To move to previous/next levelsAbout Hdmi Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSecond Zone speaker B setup Selecting the multichannel analog inputsBi-amping your front speakers Switching the speaker system2nd Zone setting only.1 Connect your speakers as shown belowUsing this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display Other connections Bi-wiring your speakersConnecting additional amplifiers LargeDisplay Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma DVD player Satellite receiver, etcInput Setup menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Input function default and possible settingsSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays Other SettingsOther Setup menu OSD AdjustmentSetting the AV options Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Setting What it does OptionsUsing the sleep timer Using other functions Making an audio or a video recordingReducing the level of an analog signal Watching video and audio sources independentlyResetting the system Using other functionsSwitching the speaker impedance Checking your system settingsInputs Default system settingsSetting Default Programming signals from other remote controls Setting the remote to control other componentsSelecting preset codes directly Controlling the rest of your systemConfirming preset codes Erasing one of the remote control button settingsResetting the remote control presets Controlling the rest of your systemDirect function Renaming input source namesMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequenceSelect the button for the command you want to input Using multi operationsUsing System off From the menu and press EnterButtons Function Components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsControls for other components Function ComponentsCH + Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensorDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor + CHAdditional information TroubleshootingPower Additional information ChapterOther audio problems Additional informationVideo SettingsPhase Control feature Display 96 kHzUSB interface Remote controlSymptomRemedy There is a problem with the signal path from Symptom Cause ActionError IPod messagesWindows Media Audio 9 Professional Additional information Surround sound formatsDolby About THX Input signal format Standard Listening modes with different input signal formatsStereo 2 channel signal formats Auto SurroundMultichannel signal formats Pro Logic II Movie Pro Logic IIx MovieNeo6 Cinema Additional information Specifications Cleaning the unitPioneer Corporation 06C00001 Printed ARB7355-A

VSX-2016AV specifications

The Pioneer VSX-2016AV is a versatile and feature-rich AV receiver that has garnered attention for its ability to deliver a cinematic experience in the home. With a focus on sound quality and user-friendly features, the VSX-2016AV stands out as a strong option for both casual listeners and serious home theater enthusiasts.

One of the primary attractions of the VSX-2016AV is its robust audio performance. It supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring that users can enjoy high-resolution soundtracks from their Blu-ray discs. The receiver also features Pioneer's proprietary Sound Retriever technology that enhances compressed audio files, allowing for a more engaging listening experience, regardless of the source.

The VSX-2016AV does not skimp on connectivity options, offering multiple HDMI inputs and outputs to accommodate a range of devices. This includes support for 4K pass-through, making it future-proof for users with advanced video sources. In addition to HDMI, the receiver also provides options for component video, composite video, and analog audio connections, catering to a variety of setups.

Another standout feature is the integrated MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) technology. This system automatically calibrates the receiver to the acoustics of the room, ensuring that users experience optimal sound performance based on their specific environment. The result is a well-balanced audio output that enhances the overall listening experience.

With six channels of amplification, the VSX-2016AV is capable of powering a full surround sound system. The receiver provides a total power output of 100 watts per channel, which is ample for most home theater setups. It also includes various sound modes, allowing users to customize the audio output for movies, music, and gaming.

A user-friendly interface and remote control system make it easy to navigate through the various settings and options. The front panel features a clear display that provides vital information about input selection, volume levels, and audio formats. Additionally, Pioneer's iControlAV app enables smartphone control, allowing users to manage their audio settings seamlessly.

In conclusion, the Pioneer VSX-2016AV combines advanced audio technologies with a robust feature set, making it an excellent choice for home entertainment enthusiasts. Its emphasis on sound quality, along with the convenience of connectivity options and user-friendly controls, ensures that it can meet the needs of a diverse range of users. Whether for movie nights or music listening, this AV receiver stands ready to elevate the home audio experience.