Pioneer VSX-1014TX manual Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically

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The System Setup menu

When it sounds like the delay settings are matched up, press ENTER to confirm and continue to the next channel.

•For comparison purposes, the reference speaker will change depending on which speaker you select.

•If you want to go back and adjust a channel, simply

use

(cursor up/down) to select it.

4 When you're finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Acoustic Calibration EQ

Acoustic Calibration Equalization is a kind of room equalizer for your speakers (excluding the subwoofer). It works by measuring the acoustic characteristics of your room and neutralizing the ambient characteristics that can color the original source material. This provides a ‘flat’ equalization setting. If you’re not satisfied with the automatic adjustment, you can also adjust these settings manually to get a frequency balance that suits your tastes.

Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically

If you have already completed Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 11, ALL CH ADJUST and FRONT ALIGN (below) should already be set.

Therefore, if you want to adjust your settings manually, you can skip to Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually below.

1Select ‘EQ AUTO Setting’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

3.MANUAL MCACC

 

3c.EQ AUTO Setting

[ a .Fine Ch Level

]

 

[ b .Fine Ch Distance

]

 

[

c .EQ AUTO Setting

]

Please Wait

[

d .EQ Data Copy

]

[ e .EQ CUSTOM1 Adjust

]

Caution!!

[ f .EQ CUSTOM2 Adjust

]

[ g .EQ Data Check

]

Test tone is

 

 

 

output loudly.

 

 

 

Return:Cancel

•Make sure the microphone is connected.

•If you’re using a subwoofer, it is automatically detected every time you switch on the system. Make sure it is on and the volume is at the middle position.

•See Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 13 for notes regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference.

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2 Wait for the Auto MCACC Setup to finish.

3c. EQ AUTO Setting

 

 

3c. EQ AUTO Setting

 

 

Now Analyzing•••

 

 

Now Analyzing•••

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Environment Check

 

 

Surround Analyzing

 

 

Ambient Noise

[

]

Channel Level

[

]

Microphone

[

]

Acoustic Cal EQ

[

]

Speaker YES/NO

[

]

 

 

 

 

Return:CancelReturn:Cancel

As the receiver outputs test tones, the frequency balance is adjusted automatically for the following settings:

•ALL CH ADJUST – A ‘flat’ setting where all the speakers are set individually so no special weighting is given to any one channel.

•FRONT ALIGN – All speakers are set in accordance with the front speaker settings (no equalization is applied to the front left and right channels).

You will return to the Acoustic Cal EQ setup menu after the Acoustic Calibration Equalization is set.

Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings

If you want to manually adjust the Acoustic Calibration EQ (see Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually below), we recommend copying the ALL CH ADJUST or the FRONT ALIGN settings from the EQ AUTO setup above (or from Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 11) to one of the custom settings. Instead of just a flat EQ curve, this will give you a reference point from which to start.

1Select ‘EQ Data Copy’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

3.MANUAL MCACC

 

[ a .Fine Ch Level

]

[ b .Fine Ch Distance

]

[ c .EQ AUTO Setting

]

[

d .EQ Data Copy

]

[

e .EQ CUSTOM1 Adjust

]

[ f .EQ CUSTOM2 Adjust

]

[ g .EQ Data Check

]

2Select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2 then use the (cursor left/right) buttons to select the setting you want to copy.

3d. EQ Data Copy

 

3d. EQ Data Copy

 

TO

 

FROM

 

TO

 

FROM

 

CUSTOM1

[

 

]

CUSTOM1

[

 

]

CUSTOM1

ALL CH ADJ.

CUSTOM2

[

CUSTOM2

]

CUSTOM2

[

CUSTOM2

]

Start Copy

 

[ OK

]

Start Copy

 

[ OK

]

•You can also copy from one custom setting to another. For more on the ALL CH ADJUST and FRONT ALIGN settings, see Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically above.

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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 boxLoading the batteries Installing the receiverBefore you start Ventilation 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 Playing a source Checking the settings on your DVD or other playerOther problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup About cable types Connecting upConnecting up Chapter About the video converter Connecting upSatellite tuner CD recorder DVD or LD player CD player Connecting up Connecting digital audio componentsTip Connecting up Connecting analog audio componentsConnecting multichannel analog components Video Camera Connecting up Connecting video componentsConnecting to the front panel video terminal 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 LevelAcoustic Calibration EQ Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Front Align Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘Manual SP Setup’ then press Enter Manual speaker setupSelect the setting you want to check 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 EnterDirect function Erasing all of the remote control presetsConfirming preset codes 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 ChapterFront left Speaker Bi-wiring your speakersOther connections Bi-amping your front speakers Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersDVD player Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayOther connections Other Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsAssigning the component video inputs Other SettingsOther Setup menu 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 controlPress System Setup to confirm Additional information Resetting the main unitSwitching the speaker impedance Dolby Additional information Surround sound formatsAdditional information About THX Cleaning the unit Additional information SpecificationsDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level 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.

One of the standout features of the VSX-1014TX is its powerful amplification. With 100 watts per channel across seven channels, it delivers a robust performance that is capable of driving demanding speakers to their full potential. This ensures that every sound detail is reproduced with clarity, whether it's a quiet dialogue or the explosive sound effects of an action-packed film.

Equipped with Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES decoding, the VSX-1014TX provides an immersive surround sound experience. It supports multiple audio formats, allowing users to enjoy high-quality audio from DVDs, Blu-rays, and streaming services. The receiver also features DTS Neo:6 and Pro Logic IIx, which can up-mix stereo content to impressive surround sound, giving new life to older music and movies.

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.

The connectivity options on the VSX-1014TX are extensive. It includes multiple HDMI inputs, component video inputs, and digital audio inputs, providing flexibility for various devices. The receiver is also compatible with high-definition audio formats, ensuring that users can enjoy the latest advancements in sound technology.

For added convenience, the VSX-1014TX features an intuitive on-screen display, making navigation through its settings straightforward. This, coupled with its customizable remote control, allows users to easily manage their home theater setup.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-1014TX is an exceptional AV receiver that blends powerful performance with cutting-edge technology. Its robust amplification, immersive surround sound capabilities, intelligent calibration system, and extensive connectivity make it an ideal choice for anyone looking to elevate their audio-visual experience at home. Whether you're watching a movie or enjoying your favorite music, the VSX-1014TX is designed to deliver an engaging and high-quality experience.
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