Pioneer VSX-52TX manual Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu

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06The System Setup menu

Speaker Setting

Use this setting to specify your speaker configuration (size, number of speakers). It is a good idea to make sure that the settings made in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 11 are correct.

1Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menu.

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Manual SP Setup

 

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a. Speaker Setting

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b. Crossover Network

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c . Channel Level

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d. Speaker Distance

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2Choose the set of speakers that you want to set then select a speaker size.

4a. Speaker Setting

 

 

Front

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LARGE

Center

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SMALL

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Surround

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SMALL ]

Surr Back

[SMALLx2 ]

Sub Woofer

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YES ]

 

(THX Speaker:SMALL)

Use

(cursor left/right) to select the size (and

number) of each of the following speakers:

•Front – Select LARGE if your front speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively, or if you didn’t connect a subwoofer. Select SMALL to send the bass frequencies to the subwoofer.

•Center – Select LARGE if your center speaker reproduces bass frequencies effectively, or select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the other speakers or subwoofer. If you didn’t connect a center speaker, choose NO (the center channel is sent to the front speakers).

•Surround – Select LARGE if your surround speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively. Select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the other speakers or subwoofer. If you didn’t connect surround speakers choose NO (the sound of the surround channels is sent to the front speakers or a subwoofer).

•Surr Back – Select the number of surround back speakers you have (one, two or none). Select LARGE if your surround back speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively. Select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the other speakers or subwoofer. If you didn’t connect surround back speakers choose NO.

•Subwoofer – LFE signals and bass frequencies of channels set to SMALL are output from the subwoofer when YES is selected (see notes below). Choose the PLUS setting if you want the subwoofer to

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output bass sound continuously or you want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that would normally come out the front and center speakers are also routed to the subwoofer). If you did not connect a subwoofer choose NO (the bass frequencies are output from other speakers).

Note

•If you selected Second Zone or Front Bi-Amp (in Surround back speaker setting on page 38) you can’t adjust the surround back settings.

•If you select SMALL for the front speakers the subwoofer will automatically be fixed to YES. Also, the center and surround speakers can’t be set to LARGE if the front speakers are set to SMALL. In this case, all bass frequencies are sent to the subwoofer.

•If the surround speakers are set to NO, the surround back speakers will automatically be set to NO.

•If you select one surround back speaker only, make sure that speaker is hooked up to the left surround back terminal.

•If you’re using a THX speaker setup, confirm that all speakers are set to SMALL.

3When you’re finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual SP Setup menu.

Tip

•If you have a subwoofer and like lots of bass, it may seem logical to select LARGE for your front speakers and PLUS for the subwoofer. This may not, however, yield the best bass results. Depending on the speaker placement of your room you may actually experience a decrease in the amount of bass due low frequency cancellations. In this case, try changing the position or direction of speakers. If you can’t get good results, listen to the bass response with it set to PLUS and YES or the front speakers set to LARGE and SMALL alternatively and let your ears judge which sounds best. If you’re having problems, the easiest option is to route all the bass sounds to the subwoofer by selecting SMALL for the front speakers.

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Contents VSX-52TX 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 SoundMinute guide Front speakersSurround speakers Connect your 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 About the video converter Connecting upWhen making cable connections Connecting 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 Connecting upPower cord caution View of 7.1 channel speaker setupAC outlet Operating other Pioneer componentsListening 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 optionsTo cycle the virtual surround back channel options Listening to your system Using the Virtual Surround BackMode VirtualSB Using 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-52TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-52TX is a remarkable AV receiver that stands out in the realm of home theater systems, well-known for its high-quality sound performance and an array of advanced features. Designed to cater to the needs of audiophiles and casual listeners alike, the VSX-52TX integrates cutting-edge technologies that elevate the home entertainment experience.

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