Initial Set Up

CHANNEL LEVEL

The following steps show you how to balance the sound output level of your speakers. Proper speaker balance is essential for obtaining high quality surround sound. If continuing from CHANNEL DELAY go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ (p.23) first.

1

System Setup

EXIT

SPEAKER

BASS PEAK LEVEL

SETTING

MANAGER

CHANNEL DELAY

DYNAMIC RANGE

CONTROL

 

CHANNEL LEVEL

DIGITAL INPUT

SELECT

 

CROSSOVER

MULTI ROOM

NETWORK

 

1 Press the CHANNEL LEVEL button.

The CHANNEL LEVEL settings will appear on your remote control screen.

2 Select a test tone mode by pressing one of the TEST TONE buttons. Output the TEST TONE.

SIGNAL

STEREO

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

SELECT

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SP

 

 

 

 

ANALOG

 

dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel Level

AUTO

TEST TONE

MANUAL

TEST TONE

SETUP

OK

 

AUTO (automatic TEST TONE)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

This mode switches the test tone between each speaker automatically.

The automatic test tone is output in the following order :

 

 

 

FL

 

 

 

CT

 

 

 

FR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SW

 

 

 

SL

 

 

 

SR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANUAL (manual TEST TONE)

This mode lets you switch the test tone between each speaker manually.

NOTE : Be prepared! The test tone is output at a high volume level. MASTER VOLUME rotates to the reference position (0 dB) and the display on the receiver flashes TEST TONE. After a few seconds the test tone is output.

These settings will be displayed on your TV.

SET UP

FL

0 dB

CT 0 dB

FR

0 dB

SL

0 dB

SW 0 dB

SR

0 dB

Any time you want to exit the process

Press SETUP OK.

memo • Be careful, if you touch one of the speaker buttons by accident the TEST TONE will automatically sound from each speaker.

If your sub woofer has a volume control, set it to the middle position before doing these operations.

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Pioneer VSX-29TX Press the Channel Level button, Auto automatic Test Tone, Manual manual Test Tone

VSX-29TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-29TX is a highly regarded audio-video receiver that combines advanced technology and robust performance, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts seeking immersive home theater experiences. Released as part of Pioneer's esteemed VSX series, this receiver is designed to deliver exceptional sound quality and versatility for all forms of media.

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