Pioneer VSX-LX51 manual Using other functions, Setting the Video options

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11Using other functions

Setting

What it does

DRC

Adjusts the level of dynamic

(Dynamic

range for movie soundtracks

Range

optimized for Dolby Digital, DTS,

Control)

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,

 

DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master

 

Audio (you may need to use this

 

feature when listening to

 

surround sound at low volumes).

Option(s)

AUTOd

OFF

MAX

MID

Setting

What it does

Option(s)

C. IMAGEi

Adjusts the center image to

0 to 10

(Center

create a wider stereo effect with

Default: 3

Image)

vocals. Adjust the effect from 0

(Neo:6 Music),

(Applicable

(all center channel sent to front

10 (Neo:6

only when

right and left speakers) to 10

Cinema)

using a

(center channel sent to the center

 

center

speaker only).

 

speaker)

 

 

LFE ATT

Some Dolby Digital and DTS

0dB

(LFE

audio sources include ultra-low

 

–5dB/ –10dB/

Attenuate)

bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator

–15dB/ –20dB/

 

as necessary to prevent the ultra-

OFF

 

low bass tones from distorting the

 

 

 

sound from the speakers.

 

 

The LFE is not limited when set to

 

 

0 dB, which is the recommended

 

 

value. When set to –5 dB, –10 dB,

 

 

–15 dB or –20 dB, the LFE is

 

 

limited by the respective degree.

 

 

When OFF is selected, no sound

 

 

is output from the LFE channel.

 

 

 

 

SACD

Brings out detail in SACDs by

0 to 6 (dB)

GAINe

maximizing the dynamic range

Default: 0 (dB)

 

(during digital processing).

 

 

 

 

HDMIf

Specifies the routing of the HDMI

AMP

(HDMI

audio signal out of this receiver

 

THROUGH

Audio)

(amp) or through to a TV or flat

 

 

screen TV. When THROUGH is

 

 

selected, no sound is output from

 

 

this receiver.

 

 

 

 

A. DELAY

This feature automatically

OFF

(Auto

corrects the audio-to-video delay

 

ON

delay)

between components connected

 

 

with an HDMI cable. The audio

 

 

delay time is set depending on the

 

 

operational status of the display

 

 

connected with an HDMI cable.

 

 

The video delay time is

 

 

automatically adjusted according

 

 

to the audio delay time.g

 

EFFECT

Sets the effect level for the

10 to 90

 

currently selected Advanced

 

 

Surround mode (each mode can

 

 

be set separately).

 

 

 

 

a.When MCACC OFF is selected, all MCACC preset memories become deactivated.

b.Cannot be selected when DTS-HD and DTS-EXPRESS audio signals are being input and the HOME THX mode is set. In this case, the ADVANCED MCACC indicator automatically turns off.

c.When EQ OFF is selected, the MCACC indicator does not light even when a MCACC preset memory is selected.

d.The initially set AUTO is only available for Dolby TrueHD signals. Select MAX or MID for signals other than Dolby TrueHD.

e. You shouldn’t have any problems using this with most SACD discs, but if the sound distorts, it is best to switch the gain setting back to 0 dB. f. • HDMI Audio setting cannot be switched while performing synchronized amp mode operations.

The synchronized amp mode must be turned on in order to play the receiver’s HDMI audio and video input signals from the TV with the receiver’s power in the standby mode. See Synchronized amp mode on page 64. g.This feature is only available when the connected display supports the automatic audio/video synchronizing capability (‘lip-sync’) for HDMI. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set A. DELAY to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. For more details about the lip-sync feature of your display, contact the manufacturer directly.

h.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music/ Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.

i.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:6 Cinema and Neo:6 Music mode.

Setting the Video options

There are a number of additional picture settings you can make using the Video Parameter menu. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold.

C. WIDTHh

Provides a better blend of the

0 to 7

Important

(Center

front speakers by spreading the

Default: 3

• Note that if a setting doesn’t appear in the Video

Width)

center channel between the front

 

 

Parameter menu, it is unavailable due to the current

(Applicable

right and left speakers, making it

 

only when

sound wider (higher settings) or

 

source, setting and status of the receiver.

using a

narrower (lower settings).

 

1 Press RECEIVER, then press VIDEO PARAMETER.

center

 

 

 

 

2 Use / to select the setting you want to adjust.

speaker)

 

 

 

 

 

Depending on the current status/mode of the receiver,

DIMENSIONh

Adjusts the depth of the surround

–3 to +3

certain options may not be able to be selected. Check the

 

sound balance from front to back,

Default: 0

 

making the sound more distant

 

table below for notes on this.

 

(minus settings), or more forward

 

3 Use / to set it as necessary.

 

(positive settings).

 

 

 

See the table below for the options available for each

 

 

 

PANORAMAh

Extends the front stereo image to

OFF

1

 

include the surround speakers for

 

setting.

 

ON

 

 

 

a ‘wraparound’ effect.

4 Press RETURN to confirm and exit the menu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

1 Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Resolution and Aspect can be set for each input source.

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Contents Operating Instructions Important the Moulded Plug Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenOperating Environment Contents Other connections Other SettingsUsing other functions Hdmi ControlBefore you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the box Installing the receiverBefore you start Loading the batteriesIntroduction to home theater Minute guide02 5 minute guide Chapter Listening to Surround SoundFollow the instructions on-screen Playing a source Problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup02 5 minute guide Select the input source you want to playPhase Control OFF Better sound using Phase ControlPhase Control on Minute guideConnecting your equipment Connecting your equipment ChapterConnecting your equipment Connecting your equipment When making cable connections About the video converterConnecting your equipment Connecting using Hdmi About HdmiConnecting your equipment Connecting your TV and DVD player Connecting your Blu-ray disc playerFor a second recorder, use the DVR2 in inputs Using the component video jacks Connecting digital audio sourcesConnecting a component to the front panel inputs Connecting analog audio sourcesAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker system Connecting the speakersBare wire connections Placing the speakersConnecting antennas THX speaker system setupPlug the power cord into a power outlet Connecting external antennasPlugging in the receiver Front panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter 13 14Controls and displays Operating range of remote control unitSpeakers Controls and displays Display Controls and displays Remote control RECEIVERMute TV CtrlSOURCE ReceiverAuto playback Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Listening in surround soundListening to your system Using the Home THX modesUsing the Advanced surround effects PRO LOGIC+THX CinemaListening in stereo Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceTip Choosing the input signal Listening to your system Using Stream DirectSelecting Mcacc presets Hdmi Digital AnalogUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode Using surround back channel processingAuto Sources Saving station presets Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Listening to the radioListening to station presets Using the tunerNaming station presets An introduction to RDSUsing EON Displaying RDS informationMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Automatic Mcacc ExpertSetting , Channel Level , Speaker Distance and EQ System Setup menuCustom Menu The default is ALL recommended Options are ALL , Keep SP System , 6 SpeakerIf necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in the OSD.1 Surround back speaker setting Manual Mcacc setupFine Channel Level Adjust the level of the left channelSelect ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Fine Speaker DistanceAdjust the parameters for the Standing Wave Control Acoustic Calibration EQ AdjustSelect ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Select ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuSelect the channels you want and adjust to your liking How to interpret the graphical outputHow to use Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalSelect ‘EQ Professional’, then press Enter Using Acoustic Calibration EQ ProfessionalSelect an option and press Enter Select the setting you want to check Checking Mcacc preset dataSelect ‘Data Management’ from the System Setup menu Data ManagementClearing Mcacc presets Manual speaker setupRenaming Mcacc presets Copying Mcacc preset dataSelect ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Speaker SettingChannel Level Speaker Distance THX Audio Setting CurveOther connections Connecting an iPodConnecting your iPod to the receiver Other connections ChapterBasic playback controls Switching the iPod controls2Other connections ReturnBasic playback controls Other connections Connecting a USB deviceConnecting your USB device to the receiver Connect your USB device.3About MPEG-4 AAC Compressed audio compatibilityOther compatibility information About WMASwitching the speaker system Other connections Connecting the multichannel analog inputsSpeaker B setup Selecting the multichannel analog inputsBi-amping your front speakers Bi-wiring your speakersConnect your speakers as shown below Making MULTI-ZONE connections MULTI-ZONE listeningLarge Surround Back System MULTI-ZONE setup Zone Using the MULTI-ZONE controlsBasic MULTI-ZONE setup Zone MULTI-ZONE listening optionsConnecting an IR receiver MULTI-ZONE remote controlsUsing this receiver with a Pioneer flat screen TV Pioneer flat screen TVUsing the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat screen TV Advanced Mcacc output using your PC Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputSelect ‘Output PC’ and press Enter Hdmi Control Setting the Hdmi optionsSetting the Hdmi Control mode Hdmi Control ChapterHdmi Control Before using synchronizationSynchronized amp mode About Hdmi ControlInput Setup menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter SetupInput function default and possible settings Other SettingsOther Setup menu Select ‘Other Setup’ then press EnterMulti Channel Input Setup Zone Audio SetupSelect ‘SR+ Setup’ from the Other Setup menu SR+ Setup for Pioneer flat screen TVsOSD Adjustment Select the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you wantSetting the Audio options Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Press Return to confirm and exit the menuUse / to select the setting you want to adjust Using other functionsSetting the Video options Press RECEIVER, then press Video ParameterPrepare the source you want to record Making an audio or a video recordingSelect the source you want to record Prepare the recorderChecking your system settings Using the sleep timerSwitching the speaker impedance Dimming the displayPress the front panel Auto SURR/STREAM Direct button Using other functions Resetting the systemDefault system settings Press Home THX to confirmSelecting preset codes directly Setting the remote to control other componentsPreset code list Controlling the rest of your systemCatv Controlling the rest of your systemVCR TapeControls for TVs Controls for other componentsHDD Decide which component you want to use the remote sensorDisplay Continue the chain in the same way for as manyAdditional information TroubleshootingPower Additional information ChapterAdditional information Other audio problems Settings VideoProfessional Calibration EQ graphical output Signal SEL buttonDisplay Remote control USB interfaceReceiver to a component or TV with the DeepColor feature Or other setting for your componentOther setting for your component Hdcp Error showsConfiguration B Configuration aImportant information regarding the Hdmi connection Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyDTS Neo6 Windows Media Audio 9 ProfessionalDTS Digital Surround DTS 96/24Additional information About THX About Neural THX Surround Stereo 2 channel signal formats ON/AUTOPRO Logic +THX PRO LogicMultichannel signal formats DTS +Neo6 DTS +Neo6 +THX Cinema Pro Logic llx Music +THX a EX +THX Games bConnected Not connectedAdditional information Specifications Cleaning the unitPioneer Corporation