Pioneer VSX-59TXi operating instructions Video, Settings

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Additional information

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Video

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

 

 

 

No image is output when an input is selected.

• The video connections are incorrect.

• Make sure the video component is connected correctly

 

(see pages 17–21).

 

 

• You are using component video

• Using the video converter, video signals can be

connections for your source, but not for your

converted from a composite or S-video input to a

TV.

component video output, but not vice-versa. See About the

 

video converter on page 22 for more on this.

 

• You are using component video

• Check Assigning the component video inputs on page 91

 

connections and the component video inputs

to make sure you’re assigned the correct input.

 

are assigned incorrectly.

 

 

 

 

• The DVD/video player settings are incorrect. • Set correctly. Refer to the instruction manual supplied

 

 

with the DVD/video player.

 

 

 

 

• The video input selected on the TV monitor

• Set correctly. Refer to the instruction manual supplied

 

is incorrect.

with the TV.

 

 

 

The System Setup screen

• The MONITOR OUT jack hasn't been

• Connect the MONITOR OUT jack to the TV monitor (see

doesn't appear.

connected.

Connecting your TV on page 16).

 

 

 

 

• Some TVs connected to the receiver with

• When the receiver is in standby, switch to COLOR

 

component video cords do not display the

BURST OFF by holding down the VIDEO SELECT button

 

System Setup screen when the Color Burst

and pressing STANDBY/ON. (the current setting

 

feature is on.

appears in the display). The multi-room control must be

 

 

switched off to do this.

Color noise appears on the System Setup screen.

•Some TVs connected to the receiver with composite video cords display color noise on the System Setup screen when the Color Burst feature is off.

•When the receiver is in standby, switch to COLOR BURST ON by holding down the VIDEO SELECT button and pressing STANDBY/ON (the current setting appears in the display). The multi-room control must be switched off to do this.

Overlay information doesn’t

• Overlay information doesn’t appear when

appear on your TV or monitor.

you are using different types of video cords for

 

source and TV connections, or when using

 

component video connections.

•Do not use component video cables if you would like to see overlay information and use the same type of video cable (for example, only composite, or only S-video) for both source and TV connections.

Can’t see or hear television

• The video input selected on the TV monitor

• Set the TV input to the channel you want to watch,

programs.

is incorrect.

instead of the receiver input.

There is residual screen noise after an overlay message disappears.

• Some TVs exhibit this display problem.

• This is not a malfunction with this receiver.

Can’t record video.

• You are trying to record a source connected

• Connect the source component to either the composite

 

to the component video jacks.

video or the S video jacks (see Connecting your equipment

 

 

on page 14).

 

 

 

 

• The source is copy protected.

• You can't record sources that have been copy protected.

 

 

 

Settings

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

 

 

 

The Auto Surround Setup

• The ambient noise level in the room is too

continually shows an error.

high.

•Keep the noise level in the room as low as possible when using the Auto Surround Setup. If the noise cannot be kept low enough, you will have to set up the surround sound manually (page 57).

After using the Auto Surround Setup, the subwoofer distance setting is set further than the actual measured distance.

•The low-pass filter found in subwoofers can introduce a delay in the playback sound.

•This is not a malfunction. The Auto Surround Setup has compensated for the delay caused by the filter.

After using the Auto Surround

• There was some inaudible low-frequency

• The low-frequency noise could have been caused by an

Setup, the speaker size setting

noise in the room.

air conditioner or motor. Switch off all appliances in the

(LARGE or SMALL) is incorrect.

 

room and rerun the Auto Surround Setup.

 

 

 

The display shows KEY LOCK

• Your Pioneer dealer has enabled the key

• Ask your Pioneer dealer to disable the key lock.

ON when you try to make

lock feature.

 

settings.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents VSX-59TXi Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Once you have established a comfortable sound level To establish a safe levelDecibel Level Example Our philosophy FeaturesContents Controlling other equipment Surround Setup menuUsing other functions Advanced setupBefore you start Chapter Checking the supplied accessoriesInstalling the receiver Before you startSetting up the remote control Using the remote controlOperating range of the remote control Recharging the remote controlPress Calibrate Setting the clockCalibrating the remote control screen Press Clock Setting to set the dateSetting the time-out setting Setting the button alert volumeResetting the remote control Restarting the remote control Locking the remote control2 Remove the battery coverReplacing the lithium-ion batteries Before you start Connecting your equipment Chapter Connecting your equipmentRear panel When making cable connections Connecting your equipmentAudio Connecting your equipment Connecting your TVDVD player Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD playerConnecting the multichannel analog outputs STB VSX-59TXi Connecting your equipment Connecting a VCR or DVD recorderConnecting your equipment Connecting other video sources About the video converter Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacksConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources Turntable Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesPortable DVD player, etc Connecting the speakers Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Bare wire connectionsBanana plug connections AM loop antenna Connecting your equipment Connecting antennasFM wire antenna Connecting external antennasAbout the AC outlet Plugging in the receiverControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel Tone Controls and displaysTuned Controls and displays DisplayMute Basic remote control displaysMenu / System Setup Home menu screensReceiver menu screens SetupDigital NR Remote control displays for the tuner TV control menu screens Remote control displays for other componentsOperating menus for additional components TOP Menu Search Mode10 CLR Getting started Chapter Automatically setting up for surround soundSwitch on the receiver and your TV Getting startedEnter Getting startedOther problems when using the Auto Surround Setup Checking the settings on your DVD or other playerPlaying a source Change the receiver input to the source you want to play Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter About the listening modesNeo6 Music settings Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsListening to your system Use the Option +/- buttons to adjust the effect level Using the Advanced surround effectsUsing the Home THX modes Adjusting the Advanced Surround effect levelPRO Logic NEO6 Cinema Listening with headphonesListening in stereo Pro Logic IIx MoviePress ‘Multi-ch in’ on the remote control Home menu screen Using the Stream Direct modeAnalog Selecting the input signal typeSelecting USB and multichannel analog input channels Listening to high-sampling formatsChannel Press SB CH Mode repeatedly to cycle through Listening to your system Using the surround back channelSurround back channel options Creating a center speaker effect Use the Option +/- buttons to change the settingVSB Auto VSB on VSB OFF Switching the tone control on or off Listening to your system Using Hi-bit and Hi-samplingUsing Midnight and Loudness listening Using the tone controlTreble Adjusting the bass and trebleReducing noise during playback Listening to dual mono soundtracksUsing the tuner Chapter Using the tunerFinding a station Memorizing station presets Using the tuner Tuning directly to a stationMPX mode Abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Using the tunerListening to memorized station presets Naming station presetsSelect ‘Surround Setup’ then press Enter Surround Setup menuSurround Setup menu Chapter Making receiver settings from the Surround Setup menuSpeaker Systems Surround Setup menuLarge Select ‘Channel Level’ then press Enter Channel LevelSpeaker Distance Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyAcoustic Calibration EQ Select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2 then press Enter Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallyCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘Manual’ then press EnterHow to interpret the graphical output How to use Professional Acoustic Calibration EQProfessional Acoustic Calibration EQ If you selected ‘Auto Pro.’, select ‘Start’ and press Using Professional Acoustic Calibration EQSelect a manual setup option and press Enter Select ‘Professional’ then press EnterSelect ‘X-Curve’ then press Enter Switch the X-Curve on or OFFCurve Use Cursor left/right buttons to selectSelect ‘Check’ from the Surround Setup menu and press Enter Checking your surround settingsCycle through the settings screen by screen Controlling other equipment Chapter Using the remote control with other componentsRecalling preset codes Controlling other equipmentControlling other equipment Select a setting typePress Learning on the remote setup menu Programming signals from other remote controlsPioneer-1 DVR-7000 Press KEY Label on the remote setup menu Editing remote control button namesPress Direct Function on the remote setup menu Press OK to confirm the settingsSelect the button you want to rename Press OK when you’ve finishedChoose how you want to change the look of the button Programming a multi operation or a shutdown sequence Controlling other equipment Multi Operation and System OffMulti Operation Using multi operationsPress OK when you’re finished From the remote control Home menu pressSystem OFF Switching components on and offUsing the 12 volt trigger Using System offMonitoring your recording Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Making an audio or a video recordingUse the Option +/- buttons to adjust the amount of delay Adjusting the delay of a soundtrackWatching video and audio sources independently Dimming the display Using other functionsSwitch the SD1 Normal Stream Direct mode Enhancing Sacd playbackChecking your system settings Using other functions Switching the speaker impedanceDefault receiver settings Using other functions Resetting the systemOther connections Using speaker system BSwitching the speaker system Using speaker system B in another roomSP B ITU-R is selected Select the ‘ITU-R’ setting from the Speaker Systems menuOther connections Bi-amping your front speakersUsing the pre-outs Bi-wiring your speakersConnecting additional amplifiers Connecting an external stereo pre-amplifier Multi-room setupMaking multi-room connections Use the Home menu screen buttons to control the sub room Using the sub room controlsUsing the remote control in the sub room Using the remote control in the main roomPress Control Using the i.LINK interfaceUsing the front panel multi-room controls Use the Master Volume dial to adjust the volumeAbout Pqls rate control About i.LINKCreating an i.LINK network Press ‘USB’ on the remote control Home menu Screen Using the USB interfaceConnecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc output Select ‘PC Output’ and press Enter Input Assign menu Advanced setupAdvanced setup Chapter Make sure your receiver and TV are both switched onAssigning the component video inputs Advanced setupAssigning the i.LINK inputs Multi in OFF USB OFF Expert Setup menuSelect ‘Expert Setup’ then press Enter Assigning the video inputsBass Peak Level OSD AdjustmentFunction Rename Dynamic Range ControlOSD Overlay Select the type of IR receiver you’re using Multi-Room SettingSelect ‘Multi-Room Setting’ then press Enter Select the volume level settingSurround Back Speaker Position Advanced setup THX Audio SetupTHX Ultra2 Subwoofer Setup Select ‘THX Audio Setup’ then press EnterAdditional information Chapter Optimizing your speaker setupBasic surround setup Additional informationAdditional information THX speaker system setupPower Additional information TroubleshootingNo sound See Connecting your equipment on101 Symptom Cause Other audio problemsVideo SettingsJack Remote controlSelect button DisplayLink messages Link interfaceMiscellaneous USB interfaceDolby Additional information Surround sound formatsWindows Media Audio 9 Professional About THXPCM Pulse Code Modulation THX MusicMode Maintenance of external surfacesTHX Ultra2 Cinema mode Advanced Speaker Array ASAAdditional information Specifications 03J00001 ARB7290-A

VSX-59TXi specifications

The Pioneer VSX-59TXi is a powerhouse in the world of home theater receivers, offering a robust combination of features and advanced technologies that cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Released as part of Pioneer's Elite line, this receiver has been highly regarded for its outstanding performance and versatility.

One of the standout characteristics of the VSX-59TXi is its ability to handle a wide array of audio formats. Supporting Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES, and more, this receiver ensures that users experience movies and music in high-quality sound. The 7.1-channel surround sound capability allows for an immersive audio experience, making it ideal for movie enthusiasts and gamers.

At the core of the VSX-59TXi is Pioneer's proprietary technology known as "MCACC" – Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System. This sophisticated system automatically calibrates the receiver to the unique acoustics of your room, optimizing speaker placement and sound delivery for the ultimate listening experience. This technology saves users the hassle of manual adjustments, making it accessible for everyone.

The VSX-59TXi is also equipped with advanced video processing capabilities. It features Faroudja DCDi circuitry, which improves video quality for sources such as DVDs and standard-definition video, ensuring that your picture quality rivals that of high-definition formats. With multiple HDMI inputs, component video, and composite video connections, this receiver is versatile enough to accommodate a variety of source devices, including Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices.

Another important aspect of the VSX-59TXi is its robust build quality. Pioneer's Elite line is known for its high-end construction, and this receiver is no exception. The heavy chassis minimizes vibrations, ensuring that sound quality remains pristine, while high-quality components enhance overall performance.

For connectivity, the VSX-59TXi boasts an array of options including multiple optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as legacy connections for older devices. Its user-friendly interface and remote control allow users to navigate through settings easily, making adjustments simple even for novice users.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-59TXi remains a compelling choice for anyone looking to invest in a high-performance home theater receiver. With its combination of advanced audio technologies, superior video processing, and a focus on user experience, it continues to impress both in sound quality and functionality. In an era where home entertainment is prioritized, the VSX-59TXi stands out as a capable and reliable choice for elevating audio-visual experiences.
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