06Listening to your system

Selecting MCACC presets

• Default setting: MEMORY 1

If you have calibrated your system for different listening positions1, you can switch between settings to suit the kind of source you’re listening to and where you’re sitting (for example, watching movies from a sofa, or playing a video game close to the TV).

•While listening to a source, press RECEIVER , then press MCACC.

Press repeatedly to select one of the six MCACC presets2. See Data Management on page 97 to check and manage your current settings.

Choosing the input signal

On this receiver, it is possible to switch the input signals for the different inputs as described below.3

•Press RECEIVER , then press SIGNAL SEL to select the input signal corresponding to the source component.

Each press cycles through the options as follows:

•AUTO – The receiver selects the first available signal in the following order:

HDMI; DIGITAL; ANALOG.

•ANALOG – Selects an analog signal.

•DIGITAL – Selects an optical or coaxial digital signal.

•HDMI – Selects an HDMI signal.4

•PCM – For PCM input signals.5 The receiver selects the first available signal in the following order: HDMI; DIGITAL.

HDMI is not assigned by default. To select an HDMI signal, conduct the input setup procedure (see The Input Setup menu on page 40).

When set to DIGITAL, HDMI or AUTO (only selected DIGITAL or HDMI), the indicators light according to the signal being decoded (see Display on page 10).

Note

1 Different presets might also have separate calibration settings for the same listening position, depending on how you’re using your system. These presets can be set in Automatically setting up for surround sound (Auto MCACC) on page 37 or Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 86, either of which you should have already completed.

2 • These settings have no effect when headphones are connected.

• You can also press / to select the MCACC preset.

3• This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32 kHz to 192 kHz), DTS (including DTS 96/24) and WMA9 Pro digital signal formats. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are: Dolby Digital, DTS, WMA9 Pro, PCM (32 kHz to 192 kHz), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-HD Master Audio, SACD and DVD Audio (including 192 kHz). With other digital signal formats, set to ANALOG (TUNER).

•You may get digital noise when a LD or CD player compatible with DTS is playing an analog signal. To prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 28) and set the signal input to DIGITAL.

•Some DVD players don’t output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player.

4When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH, the sound will be heard through your TV, not from this receiver.

5• This is useful if you find there is a slight delay before AUTO recognizes the PCM signal on a CD, for instance.

•When PCM is selected, noise may be output during playback of non-PCM sources. Please select another input signal if this is a problem.

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1020 specifications

The Pioneer 1020 is a versatile and robust audio receiver that stands out in the crowded home entertainment market. Launched with a focus on delivering superior sound quality and advanced functionality, the 1020 model exemplifies Pioneer's commitment to providing an immersive audio experience for home theater enthusiasts.

One of the main features of the Pioneer 1020 is its support for high-definition audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These advanced surround sound technologies allow users to enjoy a three-dimensional audio landscape, bringing movies and music to life in ways traditional sound systems often cannot. The receiver comes equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, enabling seamless connectivity with various audio and video sources, including TVs, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles.

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Pioneer's proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) technology is also integrated within the 1020. This system allows the receiver to analyze the room acoustics and automatically calibrate the sound output to ensure optimal audio performance based on the environment. In addition, the receiver supports high-resolution audio files, enabling playback of formats such as FLAC and WAV, making it an excellent choice for audiophiles.

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