Pioneer VSX-9100TX operating instructions Front speakers, Connecting the speakers

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03Connecting up

Connecting the speakers

A complete setup of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown below, but everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner shown below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround sound. If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 44) to large.

Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.

•You can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6–16Ω(please see Switching the speaker impedance on page 74 if you plan to use speakers with an impedance of less than 8Ω).

Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the AC power source.

Front speakers

Center speaker

Surround speakers

Surround back speakers

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R

C

LS

RS

SBL

SBR

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL

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MONITOR OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

IN 1

 

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ANTENNA

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(CD-R/ TAPE/MD) (TV/SAT)

 

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IN

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC OUTLET

 

 

 

CD

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

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IN

 

 

 

 

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

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TAPE/MD

 

 

 

 

MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SWITCHED 100W(0 .8A) MAX

 

 

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FRONT

 

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REC

 

 

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ROOM &

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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VIDEO1

 

 

 

SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUR-

 

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IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SPEAKERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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FRONT

 

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PLAY

 

 

 

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ROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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LD)

TV/

 

 

 

 

 

TV/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAT

 

 

 

FRONT

 

SAT

 

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IN

 

 

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IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AUDIO

 

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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D-R/

 

 

 

SUBW.

 

 

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PE/MD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Powered subwoofer

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Note

Speaker terminals

•If you only have one surround back speaker, hook it up to the surround back left (Single) terminal.

•If you are planning on bi-amping your front speakers, or setting up a separate speaker system in another room, read through Surround back speaker setting on page 38 and make sure to connect your speakers as necessary (these connections are explained in Other connections on page 56).

Caution

•Make sure no bare speaker wire is touching the back panel when the unit is switched on. The power may cut off as a safety measure.

1

2

3

3/8 in. (10mm)

1Twist exposed wire strands together.

2Loosen speaker terminal and insert exposed wire.

Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.

3Tighten terminal.

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Contents VSX-9100TX Wash hands after handling Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Contents Other Settings Controlling the rest of your systemOther connections Additional informationFeatures Before you startBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxLoading the batteries Installing the receiverBefore you start Ventilation Minute guide 02 5 minute guide ChapterIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround SoundPowered subwoofer Minute guideFront speakers Surround speakers02 5 minute guide Make sure ‘Normal SB’ is selected then press EnterFollow 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 Connecting up About the video converterConnecting up Connecting digital audio components CD recorder DVD or LD player CD playerConnecting up Connecting analog audio components Connecting multichannel analog componentsOutput jacks TipConnecting up Connecting video components Connecting to the front panel video terminalTV tuner DVD or LD playerConnecting up Connecting antennas FM wire antennaUsing external antennas AM loop antennaConnecting the speakers Front speakersOverhead view of speaker setup Hints on speaker placementConnecting up Power cord cautionView of 7.1 channel speaker setup AC outletListening Mode Select Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Front panelControls and displays Controls and displays Display Stereo MonoTuned SleepControls and displays Remote control 6TUNE/ST +/- /ENTER DTV ON/OFFDTV Info Tuner DisplayOperating range of remote control unit Listening to your system Listening to your system ChapterListening in surround sound Auto playbackUsing the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effectsListening to your system PRO LogicDolby Pro Logic IIx Music settings Neo6 Music settingsUse the +/- buttons to adjust the setting Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settingsChoosing the input signal Listening to your system Listening with Acoustic CalibrationListening to your system Using the surround back channel Extended modePress Extended Mode front panel repeatedly To cycle the surround back channel optionsListening to your system Using the Virtual Surround Back Mode VirtualSBUsing the tone controls Press SHIFT+DIALOG E to switch dialog enhancement on or offPress Tone to select the frequency you want to adjust Enhancing dialogUsing the sleep timer Listening to your system Playing other sourcesSelecting the multichannel analog inputs 30 minSystem Setup menu System Setup menu ChapterMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menu Surround back speaker settingSystem Setup menu Manual Mcacc speaker setupSelect the surround back speaker setting Select ‘MANUAL MCACC’ from the System Setup menuFine Channel Level Fine Channel DistanceAcoustic 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 Speaker Setting Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuCrossover Network Channel LevelSelect ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Speaker DistanceUsing the tuner Using the tuner ChapterTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioUsing the tuner Saving station presets Naming station presetsListening to station presets AbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzMaking recordings Making recordings ChapterMaking an audio or a video recording Prepare the recorderSetting the remote to control other components Selecting preset codes directlyControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterUse cursor left/right to select Learn then press Enter Press the Receiver button to exit and store the operationsDirect function Erasing all of the remote control presetsConfirming preset codes Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVs InputSelect DiscCD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LD SHIFT+Controlling the rest of your system Enter GuideHDD Shift + DVDSecond Zone speaker B setup Switching the speaker systemOther connections Other connections ChapterFront left Speaker Bi-wiring your speakersOther connections Bi-amping your front speakers Using the sub room controls Using the remote control in the sub roomOther connections Multi-room listening Making multi-room connectionsUsing the front panel multi-room controls Use the Master Volume dial to adjust the volumeOther connections Press the Multi Room ON/OFF button on the front panelOther connections Connecting additional amplifiers Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma displayDVD player Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma Page Other Settings Other Settings ChapterInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsOther Settings Other Setup menuSelect ‘Other Setup’ then press Enter Assigning the component video inputsDynamic Range Control Setup Dual Mono SetupSelect ‘DRC Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Choose the setting that you wantLFE Attenuator Setup SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysSelect ‘LFE ATT Setup’ from the Other Setup menu Select ‘SR+ Setup’ from the Other Setup menuMulti Room Setup Volt Trigger SetupTroubleshooting PowerAdditional information Additional information ChapterAdditional information No soundOther audio problems Digital inputs onVideo Audio components onSettings DisplayRemote control Extended Auto setting, the EXPress System Setup to confirm Additional information Resetting the main unitSwitching the speaker impedance Additional information Surround sound formats DolbyAdditional information About THX Additional information Specifications Cleaning the unitDecibel Level Example To establish a safe levelOnce you have established a comfortable sound level Pioneer Corporation

VSX-9100TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-9100TX is a powerful and versatile surround sound receiver that has garnered a strong reputation among audio enthusiasts since its release. Designed to cater to the needs of home theater aficionados, the VSX-9100TX comes packed with features and technologies that elevate the listening experience, making it a noteworthy addition to any audio setup.

One of the standout characteristics of the VSX-9100TX is its robust amplification capabilities. The receiver boasts a 7.1 channel output, delivering an impressive total power of 100 watts per channel. This means that users can experience rich, dynamic sound across multiple audio channels, making it an excellent choice for immersive movie watching or music listening.

Incorporating Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES technologies, the VSX-9100TX ensures that users can revel in high-quality surround sound, regardless of the source material. This versatility allows for seamless playback of both stereo and multi-channel audio formats, allowing for an expansive soundstage that enhances the overall experience.

Another essential feature of the VSX-9100TX is its advanced room calibration technology. The built-in MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) optimizes sound output by analyzing the room's acoustics and adjusting the speaker settings accordingly. This results in a more balanced and natural sound that adapts to your specific environment, ensuring that every listener can enjoy optimal audio quality.

Connectivity options are plentiful with the VSX-9100TX, featuring multiple HDMI inputs, component video inputs, and analog audio inputs, making it highly adaptable to various media sources. Additionally, the receiver supports video upscaling, allowing users to enhance the quality of standard-definition sources to a higher resolution for improved viewing experiences.

The VSX-9100TX also includes a user-friendly interface, allowing easy navigation through its array of settings and features. The remote control provides intuitive access to various functions, making it convenient for users to switch between inputs, adjust volume, or engage different sound modes with ease.

In conclusion, the Pioneer VSX-9100TX stands out with its impressive amplification, cutting-edge audio technologies, and user-friendly features. Whether for movies, music, or gaming, this receiver is designed to deliver an exceptional audio experience, setting a standard that resonates with audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Its combination of power, versatility, and advanced sound calibration makes it a compelling choice for anyone looking to enhance their home theater system.
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