Pioneer VSX-915-S/-K, VSX-815-S/-K manual Erasing all of the remote control presets

Page 66

11Controlling the rest of your system

Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below:

RECEIVER

INPUT

 

SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

SELECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GUIDE

TV CONTROL

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TVVOL

INPUT

TV CH

VOL

 

 

 

 

 

SELECT

 

 

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

DVR/VCR

TVCONT

 

 

 

 

 

MULTICONTROL

 

DTVON/OFF

REC

DTVINFO

MUTE

 

 

 

 

CD

CD-R/TAPE

TUNER

RECEIVER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUNER

 

RECSTOP

 

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY

 

 

 

 

 

 

MPX

CHRETURN

HDD

DVD

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

CH

CH

 

 

 

 

 

RECEIVER CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

THX

STANDARD

ADV.SURR

STEREO

 

 

 

 

 

ACOUSTIC

SIGNAL

MIDNIGHT/

 

FL DIMMER

SR

AUTOSURR

EQ

SELECT

LOUDNESS

 

+10

 

DISC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENTER

 

EFFECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHIFT

SLEEP

DIALOG E

D.ACCESS

 

 

CLASS

/CHSEL

TOP MENU

 

 

MENU

 

 

 

 

 

TUNE

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTVMENU

ST

ST

 

 

 

 

 

T.EDIT

ENTER

BAND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RECEIVER

 

SYSTEM TUNE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GUIDE SETUP

 

RETURN

 

 

 

 

6To program additional signals for the current component repeat steps 4 and 5. To program signals for another component, exit and repeat steps 1 through 5.

7Press the RECEIVER button to exit and store the operation(s).

Erasing one of the remote control button settings

VSX-915 model only

This erases one of the buttons you have programmed and restores the button to the factory default.

1While pressing the RECEIVER button, press and hold the 1 button.

The remote LCD display shows SETUP.

2Press the MULTI CONTROL button corresponding to the button setting to be erased.

The LCD on the remote displays the component.

66

3 Use (cursor left/right) to select ERASE then press ENTER.

The LCD display flashes PRES KEY.

4Press and hold the button to be erased for two seconds.

The LCD display shows OK or NO CODE to confirm the button has been erased.

5Repeat step 4 to erase other buttons.

6Press the RECEIVER button when you’re done.

Erasing all of the remote control presets

This will erase all preset remote control preset codes and (VSX-915 model only) programmed buttons.

1While pressing the RECEIVER button, press and hold the 1 button.

The remote LCD display shows SETUP.

2Press the DVD/LD MULTI CONTROL button.

3 Use (cursor left/right) to select RESET then press and hold ENTER for about two seconds.

The LCD shows OK to confirm the remote presets have been erased.

Direct function

• Default setting: ON

You can use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control while at the same time, using your receiver to playback a different component.

This could let you, for example, use the remote control to set up and listen to a CD on the receiver and then use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listen to your CD player.

En

Image 66
Contents VSX-515-S/-KVSX-815-S/-KVSX-915-S/-K Voltage selector Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenContents Controlling the rest of your system VSX-815/915 Other SettingsControlling the rest of your system VSX-515 Other connectionsIntroduction to home theater Before you startBefore you start Chapter Loading the batteriesVentilation Installing the receiverBefore you start Illustration shows the VSX-815/915 modelListening to Surround Sound Minute guideMinute guide Chapter Hook up your DVD playerConnect your speakers This receiver Powered02 5 minute guide Surround speakersPlay a DVD, and adjust the volume to your liking Minute guideFor more on this.3 02 5 minute guide Using the Quick Setup 1ch0ch 3.0ch 0ch4.0ch 0ch 5.0ch Above VSX-515 left and VSX-815/915 right Quick surround sound setupQuick surround sound setup Chapter Illustration shows the VSX-915 modelSelect Check OK in the display then press Quick surround sound setupFollowing options then cursor up/down to check the settings EnterOther problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Connecting up Connecting up ChapterMaking cable connections Component video cables Connecting upVideo cables VSX-815/915 model onlyConnecting up Connecting a DVD player and TV Illustration shows the VSX-915, butConnecting the multichannel analog outputs Audio and Video inputs on this receiver.2Use an optical cable for the connection.4 This receiver Connecting other audio components About the WMA9 Pro decoderConnecting other video components This receiverIf you connect any source component to Using the component video jacksConnecting to the front panel video terminal Comp 1 DVD Comp 2 TV Comp 3 DVRFM wire antenna Connecting up Connecting antennasUsing external antennas AM loop antennaConnecting up Connecting the speakers Hints on speaker placement B speaker systemsVSX-815 model only Overhead view of speaker setup View of 7.1 channel speaker setupConnecting up Operating other Pioneer components Pioneer productsFront panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter STANDBY/ONControls and displays Controls and displays Display Loudness Remote control VSX-815/915Midnight ReceiverTOP Menu AccessSR+ DTV MenuTuner Display DTV ON/OFFDTV Info MPXReset SetupPreset EFFECT/CH SELControls and displays Remote control VSX-515 STEREO/DIRECTMaster Volume + System Setup and Component control buttonsDisplay Operating range of remote control unitVolume + Channel +Auto playback Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Listening in surround soundUsing the Advanced surround effects Listening to your systemSee which you like.2 Use the +/- buttons to adjust the setting Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsNeo6 Music settings Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settingsListening in stereo Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQImage Listening to your system Choosing the input signal Press Extended Mode front panel to Extended modeUsing the surround back channel Select a surround back channel optionSwitched off VSB OFF.1Press 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 VSX-515 modelVSX-815/915 model Off Listening to your system Using the sleep timer30 min Press Sleep repeatedly to set the sleep timeSurround back speaker setting System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Press Return to confirm and exit the current menuSystem Setup menu Manual Mcacc speaker setupFine Channel Level Fine Channel DistanceSetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Settings Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQAcoustic Calibration EQ Channel you want, using Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Right to check the settingsSystem Setup menu Manual speaker setup Speaker settingCrossover network When you’re finished, press ReturnDefault setting 100Hz Channel levelSelect ‘SP DISTN.’ from the SP Setup menu Confirm your selected setup optionWhen you’re finished, press Return Tip Speaker DistanceTuning directly to a station Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Listening to the radioDisplay shows ST. MEMORY, then a blinking memory class Using the tunerSaving station presets Press EnterNaming station presets Listening to station presetsChanging the frequency step Making an audio or a video recording Making recordingsMaking recordings Chapter Source as for the recorder.1Controlling the rest of your system Setting the remote to control other componentsSelecting preset codes directly Controlling the rest of your system ChapterClearing all the remote control settings Controlling the rest of your system Direct functionInput VolumeControlling the rest of your system Controls for TVs Select ChannelControlling the rest of your system Controls for other componentsDisc Enter Guide DVD Recorder Controlling the rest of your system Preset Code ListOn digital STB Manufacturer CodeRemote LCD display shows Setup Use Cursor left/right to select Preset then press EnterProgramming signals from other remote controls Use cursor left/right to select Learn then press EnterLCD display shows OK.2 Use cursor left/right to select Erase then press Enter Erasing all of the remote control presetsPress the Receiver button to exit and store the operations Press and hold the button to be erased for two secondsConfirming preset codes Use cursor left/right to select Direct F then press EnterSelect Stops playback on some models, pressing this when SHIFT+Button must be pressed twice to take effect Cassette deck HDD Shift + CH+ CH+ Other connections Second Zone speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Other connections ChapterOther connections Bi-wiring your speakersSelect the SB Biamp setting from the ‘SB. SYSTEM’ menu Bi-amping your front speakersOther connections Connecting additional amplifiers Pioneer plasma displayDisplay Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma DVD player Satellite receiver, etcInput Assign menu Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Assigning the digital inputsDynamic Range Control Setup Other SettingsOther setup menu Dual Mono SetupLFE Attenuator Setup SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysTroubleshooting Additional informationAdditional information Chapter Refer to Using the surround back channel Extended mode on Additional informationPlus Connecting the speakers on VSX-815/915 only The SRSee Operating other Pioneer components on Press System Setup to confirm Additional information Resetting the main unitSwitching the speaker impedance OK? shows in the displayAudio section Additional information SpecificationsAmplifier section Video SectionAM Tuner Section Power cord cautionCleaning the unit MiscellaneousPioneer Corporation

VSX-815-S/-K, VSX-915-S/-K specifications

The Pioneer VSX-915-S/-K and VSX-815-S/-K are part of Pioneer's renowned line of AV receivers that provide home theater enthusiasts with an impressive range of features and technologies. These models are particularly recognized for their exceptional audio quality and versatility, making them ideal for both music lovers and movie enthusiasts alike.

One of the standout features of the VSX-915 is its Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding capabilities, which allow users to experience high-definition audio quality that matches the latest in cinematic releases. This model is equipped with Pioneer's Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC), enabling automatic speaker setup and optimization based on the room's acoustics. This technology ensures that listeners enjoy a balanced sound field, regardless of the room's layout.

The VSX-815 model, while slightly more compact, does not compromise on functionality. It retains essential features such as Dolby Digital EX and DTS 96/24 decoding, providing rich surround sound that enhances the home theater experience. The unit's direct energy HD amplification delivers robust audio output while maintaining low distortion levels, ensuring that high-frequency details are preserved without sacrificing power.

Both models include a robust selection of inputs and outputs, including HDMI connectivity, which supports 1080p video pass-through. This makes it compatible with a variety of modern devices, from Blu-ray players to gaming consoles. The VSX-915 also supports multi-zone audio distribution, allowing users to enjoy different sources in different rooms, which adds a layer of convenience for those who like to entertain.

Pioneer's proprietary technologies, such as the Phase Control, help in enhancing sound clarity, providing a more coherent audio experience. Additionally, both receivers feature a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) for easy navigation through settings and options.

In terms of design, both the VSX-915-S/-K and VSX-815-S/-K feature an elegant and functional aesthetic that fits well in any home entertainment setup. With their build quality and attention to detail, they are built to last while delivering superior sound quality.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-915-S/-K and VSX-815-S/-K represent an excellent investment in high-quality home audio experiences, combining advanced technologies and user-friendly features that cater to both casual listeners and dedicated audiophiles.