Contents

01 Before you start

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Checking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Loading the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

02 5 minute guide

Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Other problems when using the Auto MCACC

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Checking the settings on your DVD (or other)

player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Playing a source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

03 Connecting up

About cable types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Analog audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Digital audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Video cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 When making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting digital audio components. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting analog audio components . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting multichannel analog components . . . . . 17 Connecting video components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting to the front panel video terminal . . . . . . 18 Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 FM wire antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 AM loop antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Using external antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Speaker terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hints on speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 AC outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Power cord caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Operating other Pioneer components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

04 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Operating range of remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . 30

05 Listening to your system

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Neo:6 Music settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Listening in stereo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using the surround back channel

(Extended mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Using the Virtual Surround Back mode

(VirtualSB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using Loudness and Midnight listening. . . . . . . . . . . 38 Enhancing dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Using the tone controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Playing other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . . . . . . . 39 Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

06 The System Setup menu

Making receiver settings from the System Setup

menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Manual MCACC speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Fine Channel Distance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Acoustic Calibration EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Crossover Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Surround Back Speaker Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

07 Using the tuner

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Improving FM stereo sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Naming station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

08 Making recordings

Making an audio or a video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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VSX-1015TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-1015TX is a distinguished piece of audio equipment that caters to enthusiasts seeking an all-encompassing home theater experience. Launched in the mid-2000s, this receiver combines advanced technology with usability, making it a popular choice among music and movie aficionados.

One of the defining features of the VSX-1015TX is its robust multi-channel surround sound system. It supports up to 7.1 channels, allowing users to fully immerse themselves in their favorite films, games, and music. With a power output of 110 watts per channel, it delivers rich sound quality across various formats, enhancing the auditory experience.

The VSX-1015TX is equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, providing a comprehensive sound stage that captures every detail. Its Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) optimizes audio output based on the physical characteristics of your room. This feature intelligently analyzes the acoustics and adjusts the speakers to achieve balanced sound, ensuring that listeners receive the best audio experience possible.

Furthermore, the receiver supports many audio and video formats, including MPEG, WMA, and MP3, making it versatile for different media sources. The inclusion of HDMI inputs allows for high-definition video and audio transmission, simplifying connectivity with modern devices like Blu-ray players and gaming consoles.

Another notable characteristic of the VSX-1015TX is its user-friendly interface. The on-screen display and remote control make navigating through settings and configurations straightforward. Users can easily switch between different audio sources and adjust sound parameters to suit their preferences.

Additionally, this model is designed with several speaker configurations in mind, allowing for flexible setups. Whether you are using conventional speakers or opting for surround sound systems, the VSX-1015TX caters to various configurations, making it suitable for different home theater environments.

The Pioneer VSX-1015TX also emphasizes build quality and durability, ensuring that it can withstand the rigors of regular use while maintaining performance levels. With its blend of advanced features, streamlined usability, and robust sound performance, the VSX-1015TX remains a cherished option for those looking to enhance their audio-visual experiences at home.
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