Pioneer VSX-2016AV operating instructions Remote control, USB interface, SymptomRemedy

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Remote control

Symptom

Remedy

Cannot be remote controlled.

• Try replacing the batteries in the remote control (see Loading the batteries on page 7).

 

• Be sure to operate within 7 meters and a 30º angle of the remote sensor on the front panel (see Operating

 

range of remote control unit on page 22).

 

• Check that there are no obstacles between the receiver and the remote control.

 

• Make sure that there is no fluorescent or other strong light shining on to the remote sensor.

 

• Check the connections of the CONTROL IN jack (see Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s

 

sensor on page 66).

 

 

Other components can't be

• If the battery ran down, the preset codes may have been cleared. Re-enter the preset codes.

operated with the system remote.

• The preset code may be incorrect. Redo the procedure for entering preset codes.

 

 

The SR cable is connected, but

• Reinsert the SR cable, making sure it’s connected to the right jack (see Using this receiver with a Pioneer

the connected components can’t

plasma display on page 53).

be operated with the remote.

• Make sure that there is an analog connection between the units. This is necessary for the SR feature to

 

work.

 

• Check that the other component is made by Pioneer. The SR feature only works with Pioneer equipment.

 

 

USB interface

SymptomRemedy

USB mass storage device is not recognized by the receiver.

•Try switching the receiver off, then on again.

•Make sure you have completely inserted the USB connector to this receiver.

•Check that the memory format is FAT16 or FAT32 (FAT12, NTFS and HFS are not supported).

•USB devices with an internal USB hub are not supported.

USB ERR3 shows in the display

• If this message continues to appear after going through all the checks in Important on page 31 of USB

when connecting a USB device.

playback, take the unit to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.

 

 

Can’t play audio files.

• The WMA or MPEG-4 AAC files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management), or the bit rate/

 

sampling rate is not compatible (see Compressed audio compatibility on page 31). This is not a

 

malfunction.

 

 

HDMI

Symptom

Remedy

The HDMI indicator blinks

• Check all the points below.

continuously.

 

 

 

No picture or sound.

• This receiver is HDCP-compatible. Check that the components you are connecting are also HDCP-

 

compatible. If they are not, please connect them using the component, S-video or composite video jacks.

 

• Depending on the connected source component, it’s possible that it will not work with this receiver (even

 

if it is HDCP-compatible). In this case, connect using the component, S-video or composite video jacks

 

between source and receiver.

 

• If the problem still persists when connecting your HDMI component directly to your monitor, please

 

consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support.

 

 

No picture.

• If your display device is not SD (480i/576i) compatible then neither the setup screens or the 480i/576i to

 

HDMI converted video will be displayed. In this case, connect using the component, S-video or composite

 

video jacks.

 

• Depending in the output settings of the source component, it may be outputting a video format that can’t

 

be displayed. Change the output settings of the source, or connect using the component, S-video or

 

composite jacks.

No sound, or sound suddenly ceases.

•Check that the HDMI AV setting is set to AMP/THROUGH.

•If the component is a DVI device, use a separate connection for the audio.

•If analog video is being output over HDMI then there will be no HDMI audio output. Please use a separate connection for the audio.

•Check the audio output settings of the source component.

Noisy or distorted picture.

• If the problem still persists when connecting your HDMI component directly to your monitor, please

 

consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support.

 

 

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Contents
VSX-2016AV-S Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Important the Moulded PlugOperating Environment Contents Controlling the rest of your system Other SettingsUsing other functions Other connectionsChecking what’s in the box FeaturesBefore you start Before you start ChapterLoading the batteries Before you start Installing the receiverIntroduction to home theater Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMinute guide 02 5 minute guide ChapterWait for the test tones to finish then confirm Speaker configuration in the OSDMinute guide Playing a source Better sound using Phase ControlProblems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup 02 5 minute guideRear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentWhen making cable connections DVD player Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD playerConnecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box 342DVR, VCR, etc Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesUsing the component video jacks Use an optical cable for the connectionUse a three-way component video cable Connecting digital audio sourcesTape deck, etc Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs About the WMA9 Pro decoderConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsTHX speaker system setup Connecting antennasPlugging in the receiver Connecting external antennasPlug the power cord into a power outlet Front panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Controls and displays Operating range of remote control unitSleep Over / ATTVideo Conv Stream DirectInput Select Controls and displays Remote controlReceiver Shift 6TUNE/ST /ENTERStatus Multi OPEStandard surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Auto playback Listening in surround soundListening to your system Using the Home THX modesUsing the Advanced surround effects THX Games ModeWhile listening to a source, press Mcacc Selecting Mcacc presetsUsing Stream Direct Listening in stereoUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Listening to your system Choosing the input signalPress Tone to select the frequency you want to adjust Using Midnight and LoudnessUsing the Sound Retriever Using the tone controlsBasic playback controls Using the USB interfaceUSB playback USB playback ChapterAbout WMA USB playbackOther compatibility information About MPEG-4 AACListening to the radio Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Saving station presetsAn introduction to RDS Using the tunerNaming station presets Listening to station presetsPress Disp for RDS information Using EONDisplaying RDS information Select the setting you want to adjust System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Making receiver settings from the System Setup menuMemory System Setup menuMake sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press Enter Surround back speaker settingFine Channel Level Manual Mcacc setupFine Speaker Distance Adjust the level of the left channelWhen youre finished, press Return Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuProfessional Acoustic Calibration EQ How to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQAcoustic Calibration EQ Select an option and press Enter How to interpret the graphical outputUsing Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ Select ‘EQ Professional’ then press EnterEQ OFF Data ManagementRenaming Mcacc presets Checking Mcacc preset dataCopying Mcacc preset data Clearing Mcacc presets Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Channel Level Select a setup optionConfirm your selected setup option Adjust the level of each channel using the buttonsCurve Speaker DistanceBass Peak Level Select ‘Return’ then press Enter to finish THX Audio SettingChoose the X-Curve setting you want Select ‘THX Audio Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuOther connections Chapter Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connectionsUse To move to previous/next levels Connecting using HdmiOther connections Basic playback controlsSelecting the multichannel analog inputs Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSecond Zone speaker B setup About HdmiConnect your speakers as shown below Switching the speaker system2nd Zone setting only.1 Bi-amping your front speakersLarge Other connections Bi-wiring your speakersConnecting additional amplifiers Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma displayDVD player Satellite receiver, etc Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma DisplayInput function default and possible settings Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Input Setup menuOSD Adjustment Other SettingsOther Setup menu SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysSetting What it does Options Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Setting the AV optionsWatching video and audio sources independently Using other functions Making an audio or a video recordingReducing the level of an analog signal Using the sleep timerChecking your system settings Using other functionsSwitching the speaker impedance Resetting the systemInputs Default system settingsSetting Default Controlling the rest of your system Setting the remote to control other componentsSelecting preset codes directly Programming signals from other remote controlsControlling the rest of your system Erasing one of the remote control button settingsResetting the remote control presets Confirming preset codesProgramming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence Renaming input source namesMulti Operation and System Off Direct functionFrom the menu and press Enter Using multi operationsUsing System off Select the button for the command you want to inputFunction Components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsControls for other components Buttons Function Components+ CH Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensorDecide which component you want to use the remote sensor CH + Additional information Chapter Troubleshooting Power Additional informationAdditional information Other audio problemsVideo SettingsPhase Control feature 96 kHz DisplayUSB interface Remote controlSymptomRemedy IPod messages Symptom Cause ActionError There is a problem with the signal path fromWindows Media Audio 9 Professional Additional information Surround sound formatsDolby About THX Auto Surround Listening modes with different input signal formatsStereo 2 channel signal formats Input signal format StandardMultichannel signal formats Pro Logic II Movie Pro Logic IIx MovieNeo6 Cinema Cleaning the unit Additional information Specifications06C00001 Printed ARB7355-A Pioneer Corporation
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