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Controls and displays

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Display

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3

 

4

5

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SIGNAL

DIGITAL

DIGITAL

L C

R LFE

PL Neo 6 THX

 

DVD TV

DVR

VIDEO1

AUTO ANALOG

DTS

LS S

RS

ADV.SURR. VIR.SB

 

CD CD-R TUNER

VIDEO2

SP A B SLEEP

SR

AUTO SURR. MONO STEREO TUNED DE

 

MIDNIGHT LOUDNESS

ATT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OVER dB

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1 Speaker indicators (page 56)

Lights to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B.

2 SIGNAL SELECT indicators

Lights to indicate the type of input signal assigned for the current component:

AUTO

Lights when AUTO signal select is on.

DIGITAL

Lights when a digital audio signal is detected.

ANALOG

Lights when an analog signal is detected.

3Digital format indicators

2 DIGITAL

Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected.

DTS

Lights when a DTS encoded signal is detected.

4Program format indicators

These change according to which channels are active in Dolby, DTS, DVD-A and SACD sources.

5Matrix decoding format indicators

2PLII

This lights to indicate Pro Logic II / Pro Logic IIx decoding (see Listening in surround sound on page 30 for more on this).

Neo:6

When one of the Neo:6 modes of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (see Listening in surround sound on page 30 for more on this).

6Listening mode indicators

THX

Lights when one of the Home THX modes is selected.

VIR.SB

Lights during Virtual surround back processing.

ADV.SURR.

Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected.

AUTO SURR.

Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (see Auto playback on page 30).

LS, S and RS will light at the same time to indicate 6.1channel sources.

•L – Left front channel

•C – Center channel

•R – Right front channel

•LS – Left surround channel

•S – Surround channel (mono) or surround back channel

7 MIDNIGHT / LOUDNESS

When Midnight or Loudness listening is switched on, the corresponding indicator shows in the display.

8 Input source indicators

Light to indicate the input source you have selected.

9 ATT

Lights when INPUT ATT is used to attenuate (reduce) the level of the analog input signal.

•RS – Right surround channel

•LFE – Low frequency effects channel

10 OVER

Lights to indicate that the level of an analog source is too high. Use the attenuator (INPUT ATT) to reduce it.

11 Master volume level

Shows the overall volume level. –80dBindicates the minimum level, and +12dB indicates the maximum level.

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Contents VSX-1014TX Information to User Wash hands after handlingImportant Safety Instructions Contents Controlling the rest of your system Other SettingsOther connections Additional informationBefore you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxBefore you start Ventilation Installing the receiverLoading the batteries 02 5 minute guide Chapter Minute guideIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround SoundMinute guide Powered subwooferFront speakers Surround speakers02 5 minute guide Enter Make sure ‘Normal SB’ is selected then pressFollow the instructions on-screen Other problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Checking the settings on your DVD or other playerPlaying a source Connecting up Chapter Connecting upAbout cable types About the video converter Connecting upSatellite tuner CD recorder DVD or LD player CD player Connecting up Connecting digital audio componentsConnecting multichannel analog components Connecting up Connecting analog audio componentsTip Connecting to the front panel video terminal Connecting up Connecting video componentsVideo Camera FM wire antenna Connecting up Connecting antennasUsing external antennas AM loop antennaFront speakers Connecting the speakersHints on speaker placement Overhead view of speaker setupPower cord caution Connecting upView of 7.1 channel speaker setup AC outletControls and displays Listening Mode SelectControls and displays Chapter Front panelControls and displays Controls and displays Display Mono StereoTuned SleepControls and displays Remote control DTV ON/OFF 6TUNE/ST +/- /ENTERDTV Info Tuner DisplayOperating range of remote control unit Listening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemListening in surround sound Auto playbackUsing the Advanced surround effects Using the Home THX modesListening to your system PRO LogicNeo6 Music settings Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsUse the +/- buttons to adjust the setting Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settingsListening to your system Listening with Acoustic Calibration Choosing the input signalType of source Extended Mode Standard / THX Type of source VirtualSB Mode Standard Press SHIFT+DIALOG E to switch dialog enhancement on or off Using the tone controlsPress Tone to select the frequency you want to adjust Enhancing dialogListening to your system Playing other sources Using the sleep timerSelecting the multichannel analog inputs 30 minSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Surround back speaker settingManual Mcacc speaker setup System Setup menuSelect the surround back speaker setting Select ‘MANUAL MCACC’ from the System Setup menuFine Channel Distance Fine Channel LevelCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyAcoustic Calibration EQ Checking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyFront Align Select the setting you want to check Manual speaker setupSelect ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Speaker SettingChannel Level Crossover NetworkSpeaker Distance Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menuUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tuner Saving station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking recordings Chapter Making recordingsMaking an audio or a video recording Prepare the recorderSelecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterPress the Receiver button to exit and store the operations Use cursor left/right to select Learn then press EnterConfirming preset codes Erasing all of the remote control presetsDirect function Input Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsSelect DiscSHIFT+ CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LDEnter Guide Controlling the rest of your systemHDD Shift + DVDSwitching the speaker system Second Zone speaker B setupOther connections Other connections ChapterOther connections Bi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersFront left Speaker Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersOther connections Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayDVD player Other Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsOther Setup menu Other SettingsAssigning the component video inputs Dual Mono Setup Dynamic Range Control SetupSelect ‘DRC Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Choose the setting that you wantSR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays LFE Attenuator SetupSelect ‘LFE ATT Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Select ‘SR+ Setup’ from the Other Setup menuPower TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterNo sound Additional informationDigital inputs on Other audio problemsAudio components on VideoDisplay SettingsControl unit on Remote controlSwitching the speaker impedance Additional information Resetting the main unitPress System Setup to confirm Dolby Additional information Surround sound formatsAdditional information About THX Cleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsOnce you have established a comfortable sound level To establish a safe levelDecibel Level Example Pioneer Corporation

VSX-1014TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-1014TX is a feature-rich AV receiver that has made a mark in the home theater market, thanks to its impressive performance and versatility. Designed for movie enthusiasts and music lovers alike, this receiver packs a punch with a wide array of technologies and features that enhance the audio and visual experience.

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Another significant feature is the inclusion of Pioneer's Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC). This technology automatically analyzes the acoustics of the room and adjusts the receiver's settings accordingly. This means that whether you have a dedicated home theater or a simple living room setup, the VSX-1014TX ensures optimal sound quality tailored to your specific environment.

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