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Video

Symptom

Remedy

No image is output when an

• Check the video connections of the source component (see page 18).

input is selected.

• For high-definition video (using component video connections), or when digital video conversion

 

is switched off (in Setting the Video options on page 72), you must connect your TV to this receiver

 

using the same type of video cable as you used to connect your video component.

 

• Make sure the input assignment is correct for components connected using component or HDMI

 

cables (see The Input Setup menu on page 67).

 

• Check the video output settings of the source component.

 

• Check that the video input you selected on your TV is correct.

 

• Some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. If

 

adjusting this receiver’s Resolution setting (in Setting the Video options on page 72) and/or the

 

resolution settings on your component or display doesn’t work, try switching Digital Video

 

Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 72) OFF.

 

 

Can’t record video.

• Check that the source is not copy-protected.

 

• The video converter is not available when making recordings. Check that the same type of video

 

cable is used for connecting both the recorder and the video source (the one you want to record) to

 

this receiver.

 

 

Noisy, intermittent, or distorted

• Sometimes a video deck may output a noisy video signal (during scanning, for example), or the

picture.

video quality may just be poor (with some video game units, for example). The picture quality may

 

also depend on the settings, etc. of your display device. Switch off the video converter and reconnect

 

the source and display device using the same type of connection (component or composite), then

 

start playback again.

 

 

Settings

Symptom

Remedy

The Auto MCACC Setup

• The ambient noise level may be too high. Keep the noise level in the room as low as possible (see

continually shows an error.

also Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 11). If the noise level cannot be kept low

 

enough, you will have to set up the surround sound manually (page 41).

 

 

After using the Auto MCACC

• There may have been some low frequency noise in the room from an air-conditioner, motor, etc.

Setup, the speaker size setting

Switch off all other appliances in the room and use Auto MCACC Setup again.

is incorrect.

• Depending on a number of factors (room size, speaker placement, etc.) this may occur in some

 

cases. Change the speaker setting manually in Speaker Setting on page 48, and use the ALL (Keep

 

SP System) option for the Custom Menu in Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 38 if this is a

 

recurring problem.

 

 

Can’t adjust the Fine Speaker

• Check that the speakers are all in phase (make sure the positive (+) and negative () terminals are

Distance setting (page 42)

matched up properly).

properly.

 

The display shows KEY LOCK ON when you try to make settings.

With the receiver in standby, press  STANDBY/ON while holding down the SPEAKERS button to disable the key lock.

Most recent settings have been • The power cord was disconnected from the wall while adjusting this setting. erased.

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VSX-1018AH-K specifications

The Pioneer VSX-1018AH-K is a powerful home theater receiver that embodies a blend of quality, features, and innovative technology, making it a standout choice for audio enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. This 7.1-channel receiver boasts a robust output of 110 watts per channel, designed to deliver immersive audio across various environments.

One of the key features of the VSX-1018AH-K is its support for advanced audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. These formats provide a lossless soundtrack experience, ensuring that audio reproduction remains faithful to the original source. This receiver is also equipped with Pioneer’s proprietary MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), which allows users to optimize sound settings based on their specific room acoustics. By analyzing and adjusting the sound fields, MCACC ensures that every listener enjoys an enhanced audio experience.

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