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08 Other connections

Connecting an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Connecting your iPod to the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Playing music from your iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Using XM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Connecting your XM Radio receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Listening to XM Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Using XM HD Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Saving channel presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Connecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . . . . . 50 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . . . . . . 50 Second Zone speaker B setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Switching the speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Bi-amping your front speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Bi-wiring your speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Connecting additional amplifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Multi-room listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Making multi-room connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Using the multi-room controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Connecting an IR receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Switching components on and off using the

12 volt trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display. . . 55 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma

display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Connecting a PC for Advanced MCACC output . . . . . 57 Advanced MCACC output using your PC . . . . . . . . . 57

09 Other Settings

The Input Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Input function default and possible settings . . . . . . 58 The Other Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Multi-Room and IR receiver setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays. . . . . . . . . . 59 OSD Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

10 Using other functions

Setting the AV options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Making an audio or a video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Reducing the level of an analog signal . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Watching video and audio sources independently . . 62 Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Dimming the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Switching the speaker impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Checking your system settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Resetting the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Default system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Erasing one of the remote control button settings . . 66 Resetting the remote control presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Confirming preset codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Renaming input source names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Direct function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Multi Operation and System Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Using multi operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Using System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Controls for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Controls for other components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Operating other Pioneer components with this

unit’s sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

12 Additional information

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 No sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Other audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 iPod messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 XM radio messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Surround sound formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Dolby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Windows Media® Audio 9 Professional . . . . . . . . . 77 About THX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Listening modes with different input signal

formats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Stream direct with different input signal formats . . . 81 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Cleaning the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the warranty period.

11 Controlling the rest of your system

Setting the remote to control other components . . . . 65

Selecting preset codes directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Programming signals from other remote controls. . . 65

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VSX-81TXV-S, VSX-81TXV specifications

The Classe Audio VSX-81TXV and VSX-81TXV-S are flagship home theater receivers that embody the brand’s commitment to delivering high-fidelity audio and immersive cinematic experiences. These models are tailored for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance and versatility.

One of the standout features of the VSX-81TXV is its powerful amplification capabilities. With a robust multichannel amplifier, it offers high power output across all channels, ensuring clean and dynamic sound reproduction regardless of the volume level. This makes it ideal for powering a wide range of speakers, from efficient bookshelf models to demanding floor-standing designs.

Both models are equipped with advanced digital signal processing technology, delivering precise audio processing for various surround sound formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. This allows users to experience three-dimensional sound that wraps around them, creating a more engaging and lifelike audio environment. The ability to decode these formats highlights the receivers’ forward-thinking design and compatibility with modern home theater setups.

Connectivity is another highlight, with multiple HDMI inputs enabling seamless integration with various sources, including Blu-ray players, streaming devices, and gaming consoles. The HDMI 2.0 support ensures 4K video transmission for high-definition visuals, while HDCP 2.2 compliance future-proofs the system against upcoming content standards.

Another notable characteristic is the user-friendly setup and calibration features. The built-in room correction technology automatically adjusts the audio output based on the specific acoustics of the room, ensuring an optimized listening experience tailored to the user’s environment. This eliminates the guesswork typically involved in manual adjustments.

Aesthetically, both models showcase a sleek design with an emphasis on high-quality materials. The minimalist interface and intuitive controls provide ease of use, appealing to both seasoned audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

In conclusion, the Classe Audio VSX-81TXV and VSX-81TXV-S represent a blend of power, technology, and aesthetics, designed to elevate the home entertainment experience. Their robust amplification, advanced audio processing, extensive connectivity options, and user-friendly features make them formidable choices in the realm of high-performance home theater receivers. Whether for casual viewing or critical listening, these models promise to deliver exceptional quality and performance for a diverse audience.
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