Pioneer VSX-917V manual Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open

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CAUTION

The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push

• If this product is equipped with a polarized

objects of any kind into this product through

alternating current line plug (a plug having one

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage

blade wider than the other), it will fit into the

points or short-out parts that could result in a

outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If

fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any

you are unable to insert the plug fully into the

kind on the product.

outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should

SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this

still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace

product yourself as opening or removing covers

your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety

may expose you to dangerous voltage or other

purpose of the polarized plug.

hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service

• If this product is equipped with a three-wire

personnel.

grounding type plug, a plug having a third

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this

(grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing

type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you

to qualified service personnel under the

are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,

following conditions:

contact your electrician to replace your obsolete

• When the power-supply cord or plug is

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

damaged.

grounding type plug.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

POWER-CORD PROTECTION Power-supply

into the product.

cords should be routed so that they are not likely

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

to be walked on or pinched by items placed

• If the product does not operate normally by

upon or against them, paying particular

following the operating instructions. Adjust only

attention to cords at plugs, convenience

those controls that are covered by the operating

receptacles, and the point where they exit from

instructions as an improper adjustment of other

the product.

controls may result in damage and will often

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an

require extensive work by a qualified technician

outside antenna or cable system is connected to

to restore the product to its normal operation.

the product, be sure the antenna or cable

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in

system is grounded so as to provide some

any way.

protection against voltage surges and built-up

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in

static charges. Article 810 of the National

performance — this indicates a need for service.

Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides

REPLACEMENT PARTS — When replacement parts

information with regard to proper grounding of

are required, be sure the service technician has

the mast and supporting structure, grounding of

used replacement parts specified by the

the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,

manufacturer or have the same characteristics

size of grounding conductors, location of

as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions

antenna-discharge unit, connection to

may result in fire, electric shock, or other

grounding electrodes, and requirements for the

hazards.

grounding electrode. See Figure A.

SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any service

LIGHTNING — For added protection for this

or repairs to this product, ask the service

product during a lightning storm, or when it is

technician to perform safety checks to

left unattended and unused for long periods of

determine that the product is in proper

time, unplug it from the wall outlet and

operating condition.

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product

will prevent damage to the product due to

should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

lightning and power-line surges.

HEAT — The product should be situated away from

POWER LINES — An outside antenna system

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead

stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)

power lines or other electric light or power

that produce heat.

circuits, or where it can fall into such power

 

lines or circuits. When installing an outside

 

antenna system, extreme care should be taken

 

to keep from touching such power lines or

 

circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

 

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,

 

extension cords, or integral convenience

 

receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or

ANTENNA

electric shock.

 

LEAD IN

 

WIRE

 

GROUND

 

CLAMP

 

ANTENNA

 

DISCHARGE UNIT

 

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

 

SERVICE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

EQUIPMENT

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

 

GROUND CLAMPS

Fig. A

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

 

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

 

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

 

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Contents VSX-917V Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Information to UserRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Contents Additional information Other SettingsControlling the rest of your system Other connectionsLoading the batteries Before you startBefore you start Chapter Checking what’s in the boxListening to Surround Sound Minute guideMinute guide Chapter Introduction to home theater02 5 minute guide Automatically setting up for surround sound McaccMake sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press Minute guideFollow the instructions on-screen Wait for the test tones to finishBetter sound using Phase Control Other problems when using the Auto Mcacc SetupPress Phase Phase Control to switch on phase correction Connecting up Connecting up ChapterMaking cable connections Connecting up About the video converter Connecting up Connecting a DVD player and TV English DeutschFrançais Italiano Use an optical cable for the connection.4 This receiver Connecting upConnecting the multichannel analog outputs Audio and Video inputs on this receiver.2Italiano Nederlands Español Connecting other audio componentsAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder English Deutsch FrançaisThis receiver Connecting other video componentsUsing the component video jacks Connecting to the front panel video terminalConnecting to the front panel audio mini jack To improve AM reception Connecting up Connecting antennasUsing external antennas To improve FM receptionConnecting up Connecting the speakers This receiver PoweredEnglish Deutsch Français Italiano Fig. a Hints on speaker placementOverhead view of speaker setup View of 7.1 channel speaker setupAC outlet Controls and displays Controls and displays ChapterFront panel Español Controls and displaysDisplay English Deutsch Français Italiano NederlandsAuto Surr DigitalVIR.SB DirectRECEIVER Controls and displays Remote controlDeutsch Français Italiano Number buttons and other receiver/ component controlsReceiver Control buttons  TUNE/ST +/- /ENTERTV Control buttons Component control buttonsOperating range of remote control Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Auto playbackSetting the effect options Using the Advanced surround effectsListening to your system Imageb Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceUsing Stream Direct Listening in stereoUsing surround back channel processing Custom 1/2 Custom settingsListening with Acoustic Calibration EQ Using Virtual Surround Back VSB Using Midnight and LoudnessEnhancing dialog Listening to your system Using the Sound RetrieverUsing the tone controls Choosing the input signalPlayback the connected component Digital Selects an optical or coaxial digital signalPress F.AUDIO SHIFT+DVD on the remote control Selecting the front audio inputsSelect the setting you want to adjust System Setup menuSystem Setup menu Chapter Surround back speaker settingSelect the surround back speaker setting System Setup menuManual Mcacc speaker setup Select ‘Surr Back System’ from the System Setup menuFine Speaker Distance Fine Channel LevelAcoustic Calibration EQ Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallySelect ‘EQ Auto Setting’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Wait for the Auto Mcacc Setup to finishManually Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Manual speaker setupSpeaker Setting Manual SP Setup menuFrançais Italiano Nederlands Español Channel Level Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Manual SP Setup menuWhen you’re finished, press Return Crossover NetworkSpeaker Distance Listening to the radio Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Saving station presetsUsing the tuner Listening to station presetsNaming station presets Making recordings Making recordings ChapterMaking an audio or a video recording Operating other Pioneer components Setting the remote to control other componentsControlling the rest of your system Controlling the rest of your system ChapterUse / to select Erase then press Erasing all of the remote control presetsUse / to select Preset then press Use / to select Reset then pressConfirming preset codes Controlling the rest of your systemDirect function Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVs Controls for other components HDD Shift JukeboxEnter Guide SubtitleOther connections Chapter Using XM RadioConnecting your XM Radio receiver Other connectionsListening to XM Radio Using XM HD SurroundSaving channel presets Other connectionsConnecting your Sirius Connect Tuner Using Sirius RadioUsing the XM Menu Listening to channel presetsCategory , use Press Sirius SHIFT+AM to switch to the Sirius inputListening to Sirius Radio One at time withParental Lock Use / and Enter to Connecting using HdmiUsing the Sirius Menu Channel Skip/Add Use /Button to select the audio input signal About HdmiTo the corresponding input source Select ‘Second Zone’ from the ‘Surr Back System’ menu Other connections Second Zone speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Bi-amping your front speakersConnection is recommended Bi-wiring your speakersUsing a banana plug for the second Make sure that the + / connections are properly insertedDVD player Satellite receiver, etc Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma displayPioneer plasma DisplayAssigning the digital inputs Other SettingsOther Settings Chapter Input Assign menuOther Settings Other Setup menuAssigning the Hdmi inputs Dynamic Range Control Setup Dual Mono SetupLFE Attenuator Setup Default setting on SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displaysDigital Video Converter Setup Select the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you wantTroubleshooting Additional informationAdditional information Chapter Additional information Phase Control featureXM radio messages Resetting the main unit Switching the speaker impedanceSirius radio messages Additional information Specifications Miscellaneous Power cord cautionCleaning the unit AM Tuner SectionDecibel Level Example We Want You Listening For a LifetimeTo establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound levelLimited Warranty Pioneer Corporation

VSX-917V specifications

The Pioneer VSX-917V is a sophisticated receiver that stands out in the crowded landscape of home audio systems. Launched as part of the Pioneer VSX series, the VSX-917V embodies a blend of practicality and advanced technology, making it an excellent choice for both movie lovers and music enthusiasts.

One of the main features of the VSX-917V is its impressive power output, delivering a robust 110 watts per channel across a total of seven channels. This ensures that even larger spaces can be filled with rich, immersive sound without distortion. Partnered with the receiver’s Dynamic Range Control, it allows for an optimized audio experience, where both soft whispers and booming action sequences can be enjoyed with equal clarity.

The VSX-917V supports various surround sound formats, including Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, and DTS. This capability allows users to experience multi-dimensional audio that encapsulates them in their favorite films and games. The receiver also features Pioneer's proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), which automatically calibrates the audio settings based on the acoustics of the room, providing a tailored audio experience for every listener.

Connectivity is another essential aspect of the VSX-917V. The receiver comes with multiple HDMI inputs, capable of handling high-definition video and audio signals, making it compatible with the latest devices such as Blu-ray players and gaming consoles. The HDMI 1.3 port also supports 1080p video upscaling, ensuring that all content played through the receiver is delivered in outstanding quality.

Additionally, the VSX-917V boasts a built-in AM/FM tuner and allows for convenient iPod integration via a direct connection, enabling users to play their favorite digital music seamlessly. The intuitive interface and remote control feature enhance user-friendliness, making system configuration straightforward.

In terms of design, the receiver features a sleek black finish, giving it a modern aesthetic that fits well into any home entertainment setup. The comprehensive menu system makes navigation effortless, allowing users to customize audio settings quickly.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-917V is a feature-rich receiver that combines power, connectivity, and advanced audio technologies to create a compelling audio experience. With its robust build and user-centric design, it remains a remarkable choice for anyone looking to elevate their home audio system. Whether for casual listening or cinematic evenings, the VSX-917V meets all expectations.