Pioneer VSX-1018AH-K 7 Important information regarding the Hdmi connection, XM radio messages

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Important information regarding the HDMI connection

There are cases where you may not be able to route HDMI signals through this receiver (this depends on the HDMI- equipped component you are connecting–check with the manufacturer for HDMI compatibility information).

If you aren’t receiving HDMI signals properly through this receiver (from your component), please try one of the following configurations when connecting up.

Configuration A

Use component video cables to connect the video output of your HDMI-equipped component to the receiver’s component video input. The receiver can then convert the analog component video signal to a digital HDMI signal for transmission to the display. For this configuration, use the most convenient connection (digital is recommended) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections.

Note

The picture quality will change slightly during conversion.

Configuration B

Connect your HDMI-equipped component directly to the display using an HDMI cable. Then use the most convenient connection (digital is recommended) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections. Set the display volume to minimum when using this configuration.

Note

If your display only has one HDMI terminal, you can only receive HDMI video from the connected component.

Depending on the component, audio output may be limited to the number of channels available from the connected display unit (for example audio output is reduced to 2 channels for a monitor with stereo audio limitations).

If you want to switch the input source, you’ll have to switch functions on both the receiver and your display unit.

Since the sound is muted on the display when using the HDMI connection, you must adjust the volume on the display every time you switch input sources.

XM radio messages

Symptom

Cause

Check XM Tuner

The XM Mini-Tuner is not installed or not fully seated

 

in the XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the XM Mini-Tuner

 

dock is not connected to this receiver.

Action

Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is fully seated in the dock and check the XM Mini-Tuner dock cable is connected to this receiver.

Check Antenna

The XM antenna is not connected to the XM Mini-

 

Tuner Dock or the XM antenna cable is damaged.

Check that the XM antenna is securely connected to the XM Mini-Tuner Dock and check the antenna cable for damage. Replace the XM antenna if the cable is damaged.

Loading

The XM Mini-Tuner is acquiring audio or program

This message should disappear in a few seconds in

 

information from the XM satellite signal. This

good signal conditions.

 

message can also occur in weak XM signal

If you see this message often, reposition the XM

 

conditions.

antenna for better signal reception.

 

Note that this receiver may not respond to some

Use the Antenna Aiming option to optimize the

 

buttons while this message is displayed.

antenna position.

 

 

 

No Signal

The XM Mini-Tuner is not receiving the XM satellite

Check for antenna obstructions and reposition the

 

signal. Something may be blocking the XM

XM antenna to get better signal reception. Use the

 

antenna’s view of the satellites or the antenna is not

Antenna Aiming option to optimize the antenna

 

properly aimed.

position.

 

 

See instructions supplied with the XM Mini-Tuner

 

 

and Dock for antenna installation information.

 

 

 

Off Air

You selected an XM channel that is not currently

Check back later; in the mean time, select another

 

broadcasting.

channel.

 

 

 

CH Unauthorized

You selected an XM channel that is blocked or

Consult the latest channel guide at

 

cannot be receive with your XM subscription

www.xmradio.com for the current list of channels.

 

package.

For information on receiving this channel, visit

 

 

www.xmradio.com or contact XM Satellite Radio at

 

 

1-800-967-2346.

 

 

 

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Contents VSX-1018AH-K Keep in a Secure AREA. this is for Your Security Operating EnvironmentFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Model Number VSX-1018AH-K Responsible Party NameRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Wash hands after handling Contents Hdmi Control Other SettingsUsing other functions Other connectionsFeatures Before you startBefore you start Chapter Loading the batteries Installing the receiverBefore you start Checking what’s in the boxListening to Surround Sound Minute guideMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theaterFollow the instructions on-screen Select the input source you want to play Problems when using the Auto Mcacc SetupMinute guide Playing a sourcePhase Control indicator on the front panel lights Better sound using Phase ControlPhase Control on Phase Control OFFConnecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterRear panel Connecting your equipment About the video converter Connecting your equipment When making cable connectionsAbout Hdmi Connecting your equipment Connecting using HdmiConnect using an Hdmi cable Connecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD playerConnecting your Blu-ray disc player Connect using a standard video cableFor a second recorder, use the DVR2 in inputs Use a three-way component video cable Using the component video jacksConnecting digital audio sources Use an optical cable for the connection.2Use a coaxial cable for the connection Connecting analog audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs About the WMA9 Pro decoderConnecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemBare wire connections Placing the speakersBanana plug connections Connecting external antennas Connecting antennasPlug the power cord into a power outlet Connecting your equipment Plugging in the receiver13 14 Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Front panelOperating range of remote control unit Controls and displaysSpeakers Controls and displays Display RECEIVER Controls and displays Remote controlReceiver TV CtrlSOURCE MuteListening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Auto playbackPro Logic IIx Music See Using the Advanced surround effectsListening to your system Listening in stereoListening to your system Using Front Stage Surround Advance Using Stream DirectSelecting Mcacc presets Choosing the input signal Using surround back channel processingHdmi Digital Analog Auto Using the Virtual Surround Back modeSBch Standard Type of source Pro LogicDTS-HD Master Audio/DTS-HD DTS-EXPRESS encoded stereo Using the genre synchronizing functionMode Pro Logic Neo6Listening to the radio Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Saving station presetsAbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Using the tunerNaming station presets Listening to station presetsSelect the setting you want to adjust System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Making receiver settings from the System Setup menuMcacc System Setup menuIf necessary, confirm the speaker configuration OSD.1 Manual Mcacc setup Surround back speaker settingFine Speaker Distance Adjust the level of the left channelSelect ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Fine Channel LevelSelect ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Acoustic Calibration EQ AdjustSelect ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Adjust the parameters for the Standing Wave ControlAcoustic Calibration EQ Professional How to use Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalHow to interpret the graphical output Select the channels you want and adjust to your likingUsing Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional Select ‘EQ Professional’, then press EnterSelect an option and press Enter Data Management Select ‘Data Management’ from the System Setup menuClearing Mcacc presets Checking Mcacc preset dataCopying Mcacc preset data Renaming Mcacc presetsSelect ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu System Setup menu Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Select ‘Manual SP Setup’, then press EnterChannel Level Select a setup optionConfirm your selected setup option Adjust the level of each channel using /Curve Speaker DistanceOther connections Chapter Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connectionsBasic playback controls Switching the iPod controls2Press iPod Ctrl to switch the iPod controls.3 Other connectionsBasic playback controls Other connections Connecting a USB deviceConnecting your USB device to the receiver Switch on the receiver and your TVUsing XM Radio Connecting your XM Radio receiverCompressed audio compatibility Listening to XM Radio Saving channel presetsUsing XM HD Surround Using the XM MenuUsing Sirius Radio Connecting your SiriusConnect TunerListening to Sirius Radio Press / to select the channel preset you want Connecting the multichannel analog inputsUsing the Sirius Menu Sirius Menu provides additional Sirius Radio features.2Selecting the multichannel analog inputs Speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Are for the Speaker B setting only.2Bi-wiring your speakers Bi-amping your front speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Large Other connections Connecting additional amplifiersMULTI-ZONE listening Making MULTI-ZONE connectionsMULTI-ZONE listening options Using the MULTI-ZONE controlsBasic MULTI-ZONE setup Zone Surround Back System MULTI-ZONE setup ZonePress Control Connecting an IR receiverMULTI-ZONE remote controls Use the Master Volume dial to adjust the volumeVideo ANT MPX Signal SEL Hdmi Control Chapter Setting the Hdmi optionsSetting the Hdmi Control mode Hdmi ControlAbout Hdmi Control Synchronized amp modeBefore using synchronization Hdmi ControlSetup Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Input Setup menuPress Receiver on the remote control, then press Setup Other SettingsOther Setup menu Input function default and possible settingsZone Audio Setup Multi Channel Input SetupSelect the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you want SR+ Setup for Pioneer flat panel TVsOSD Adjustment Select ‘SR+ Setup’ from the Other Setup menuPress Return to confirm and exit the menu Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Setting the Audio optionsPress RECEIVER, then press Video Parameter Using other functionsSetting the Video options Use / to select the setting you want to adjustTune to the radio station, load the CD, video, DVD, etc Making an audio or a video recordingSelect the source you want to record Prepare the source you want to recordDimming the display Using the sleep timerSwitching the speaker impedance Checking your system settingsPress Sound Retriever to confirm Resetting the systemDefault system settings Press the front panel Auto SURR/STREAM Direct buttonControlling the rest of your system Setting the remote to control other componentsSelecting preset codes directly Preset code listControls for TVs Controlling the rest of your systemControls for other components Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor  & EnterHDD Additional information Chapter TroubleshootingPower Additional informationAdditional information SymptomRemedyOther audio problems Video SettingsSignal SEL button Professional Calibration EQ graphical outputDisplay USB interface Remote controlHdcp Error shows Or other setting for your componentOther setting for your component Receiver to a component or TV with the DeepColor featureXM radio messages Configuration aConfiguration B Important information regarding the Hdmi connectionSirius radio messages Symptom Cause ActionDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsDTS 96/24 Windows Media Audio 9 ProfessionalDTS Digital Surround DTS Neo6XM Ready Subscription Additional information About XMAbout Neural THX Surround About XM Radio XM Ready LegalStereo 2 channel signal formats SBch Processing Input signal format Standard Auto SurroundON/AUTO Pro Logic ll Movie Pro Logic ll Music Pro Logic ll Game Pro Logic ll MoviePro Logic ll Music Pro Logic ll Game PRO LogicMultichannel signal formats PCM Dolby Digital Surround Direct Pure DirectAdditional information Specifications Additional information Cleaning the unit To establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound levelDecibel Level Example Pioneer Electronics DE Mexico S.A. 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