Resetting the Main Unit

Using Other Functions

The following operations allow you to reset the unit to the default settings.

			AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-43TX
STANDBY/ON
			STANDBY
MOVIE	MUSIC	ENTER	STEREO/DIRECT MULTI CH IN ACOUSTIC EQ
	MULTI JOG		MASTER VOLUME

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1While holding down the TONE button press the STANDBY/ON button for about three seconds.

2When you see RESET? appear in the display, press the TONE – button. OK? appears in the display, press TONE +.

MULTI JOG

CONTROL

SIGNAL

HI-BIT

SB CH

MIDNIGHT

LOUDNESS

BAND

CLASS

STATION TUNING

TUNER

SET UP

RETURN

SELECT

HI-SAMPLING

MODE

SELECT

EDIT

PHONES

TONE CONTROL

MULTI JOG/ENTER

SPEAKERS

TONE

BASS/TREBLE

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO INPUT

When OK appears in the display all the settings, including the speaker, surround sound settings and tuner settings, will be reset in the unit to the factory default settings.

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Pioneer VSX-43TX operating instructions Resetting the Main Unit

VSX-43TX specifications

The Pioneer VSX-43TX is a high-performance receiver that has garnered attention for its impressive features and versatile functionality, making it a popular choice among home theater enthusiasts. This 7.1-channel receiver offers an engaging audio-visual experience, allowing users to fully immerse themselves in their favorite movies, music, and games.

One of the standout features of the VSX-43TX is its power amplification. With 100 watts per channel, it delivers a robust audio output, ensuring that every sound is reproduced with clarity and depth. This model also incorporates Pioneer's Advanced Direct Energy HD technology, which enhances the receiver's efficiency and minimizes distortion, allowing for a more accurate sound.

In terms of audio processing, the VSX-43TX is equipped with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, providing high-definition audio that complements the stunning visuals often seen in modern media formats. The receiver also supports multi-channel surround sound formats, enhancing the experience of cinematic audio.

Connectivity is another significant aspect of the VSX-43TX, featuring multiple HDMI inputs to connect various devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. This receiver conforms to the latest HDMI specifications, supporting 4K passthrough and maintaining the integrity of high-resolution video signals. Additionally, it offers component and composite video inputs, making it versatile enough to accommodate older video sources.

The Pioneer VSX-43TX also features built-in network capabilities, allowing users to stream music from a range of online services and local networks. With support for AirPlay and DLNA, it integrates seamlessly with devices for an enhanced listening experience. Furthermore, the receiver is equipped with a powerful equalizer, enabling users to customize their audio output to suit their preferences.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-43TX stands out with its combination of high-quality audio performance, advanced connectivity options, and user-friendly features. Whether you're setting up a dedicated home theater or enhancing your music-listening experience, this receiver offers a well-rounded solution that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning audiophiles. With robust performance and user-friendly interfaces, it remains a notable choice for home entertainment systems.

Contents

VSX-43TX Important Notice Page Table of Contents Table of Contents High Quality, Balanced Multichannel Design FeaturesMultichannel Acoustic Calibration EQ System Mcacc Audio Scaler HI BIT/HI Sampling Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesBefore You Start Loading the batteries Operating range of remote control unit Installing the ReceiverOpening the Front Panel Inches 20 cm Home Theater The Basics Easy Setup Guide Part1 Digital Connections Hooking Up Your DVD Player & TV Speaker Connections Speaker impedance setting of the receiver seeSpeaker terminals Press the System Setup Button Setting up the Main UnitAssigning the Digital Inputs Use the 5∞ buttons to select DIGI-2 CD-R and press Enter Quick setup Easy Setup Guide Part2Enter Playing a DVD with Surround Sound Play a DVD then adjust the Master Volume Connecting your TV Connecting Your EquipmentComponent Video Input Default Settings Video Component video Connecting a DVD player Connecting Video ComponentsNot a PCM-only output Connecting a Video Component to the Front Panel Connecting VCRs or DVRs Satellite tuner Connecting Satellite TV SAT Components Audio cords Connecting Analog Audio ComponentsTurntable etc Connect red plugs to Components equipped with Coaxial cords/Optical cables Connecting Digital Audio ComponentsCoaxial cord Digital Input Default Settings Using outdoor antennas Connecting the Radio AntennasFM wire antenna AM loop antenna Connecting Speakers Setting. With this method you can choose the 8 Ω Bi-wiring your speakersSpeaker impedance AC Outlet switched 100 W max AC Power CordSpeaker placement Placing Your Speakers Display Displays & Controls Front Panel Signal Select button see Master Volume dialSB CH Mode button see pages Multi CH in button Tuner Control buttons See Remote Control Remote Setup button Master Volume -/+ buttonsDNR Digital NR button see BASS/TREBLE button see Back Panel AC Outlet switced 100 W max Speakers terminals seeVideo components input/output terminals Multi CH in terminals see Quick setup see Setting Up for Surround SoundNormal setup see pages Expert setup see Surrback System Surround Back System If you want to change a setting before pro- ceedingExit should be selected. Press Enter button Start over from step Channel Delay See Normal setupUse the 5∞ buttons to select NORMAL. Press the Enter Button Speaker SET See pages Front default setting is Small Speaker SettingCenter default setting is Small Surround default setting is Small Number YES or NO, X1 or Use the 5∞ buttons to chooseX2 and the size Large or Small for each set of speakers Auto automatic test tone mode Manual manual test tone modeYou need to complete the procedure and start over from step Next, proceed to Channel Delay next Channel Delay Stereo and Multichannel Playback Basic Operation Each press switches the signal in the order below Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Stereo modes Listening Modes THX Cinema 2PL II Movie 2PRO Logic II Movie Movie modes Surround mode 2PL II Music 2PRO Logic II Music Music modes Surround mode Amount of effect can be adjusted ranging from Adjusting the Effect of a Listening ModeTo 90 the default setting value is 50 by pressing + 7CH Stereo modes cannot be adjusted Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ Mcacc indicatorReducing Noise During Playback Digital NR Function Analog input 10-18 dB Digital input 10-15 dB AM/FM tuner Listening in Loudness Mode Listening in Midnight ModeRemote control Press the Midnight button on Press the BASS/TREBLE button repeatedly to select Bass or Adjusting Bass and Treble Tone ControlTreble Remote control or the Multi CH Listening in HI-BIT/SAMPLING ModeDVD-Audio/MULTI Channel in Playback Press the Multi CH Input button on SB CH Mode SB CH Mode buttonPress the SB CH Mode button on Remote control Virtual Surround Back Mode Using Headphones Dual Mono setting and playbackDefault setting is Dual ch1 You can only use this function with Dolby Digital Video Select Adjusting the Brightness of the Display Dimmer Automatic and Manual Tuning Using the Tuner To cancel before inputting the frequency Direct Access TuningExample Tune in the station you want Memorizing Frequently Used StationsPress the Tuner Edit button to activate the memory function Press the Class button repeatedly To select a class number Naming Memorized Stations Press Enter when you have got Characters you want to enterPress the Tuner button on Enter the station name you want Use the Number buttons to select Channel you desire Recalling Memorized StationsTo step through each channel in order Press the ST -/+ buttons repeatedly Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Remote Control of Other ComponentsRecalling Settings Stored in the Remote Control LED lights continously Operation you wish to program Press the button to be programmedFor example DVD/LD LED blinks rapidly Inches CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck operations Using Remote Control with Other Components \» « Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV operations Setting up the Direct Function Recording from Audio/Video Components Using Other Functions Select Front BI-AMP Surrback Systems setup see Second Zone Speaker System B/FRONT BI-AMP SetupStereo playback in another room Second Zone Bi-amping the front speakers Front BI-AMP Speaker Button When using headphones the speakers are switched offSurround Back PRE OUT terminals may change Connecting Additional Amplifiers Select a Multi Control button for This multi operation Multi OperationsPress the operation button For example 3 play, you want to input Performing Multi Operations You can repeat this process for up to five 4-1commandsUp with multi operations Do the following to use the Multi Operations Select a Multi Control button for Press the Receiver buttonSystem OFF LED lights and remains lit Pioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components Using System OFFReceiver Erasing Learned Remote Control Commands Resetting the Remote ControlErasing All Remote Control settings Erasing Multi Operations Resetting the Main Unit Other System Settings Fine Tuning Your SystemTHX Cinema Setup Input Assign Exit should be selected if not THX Cinema SetupUse the 5∞ buttons to select it Turn on the receiver, press Receiver button on the remote This exits the DIGITAL-IN Select mode Use the 5∞ buttons to assign a Assigning the Component Video InputsReceiver function Use the 5∞ buttons to select COMPONENT-IN then press Use the Multi JOG to cycle Numbers and symbols. UseCursor through the letters Enter button to enter one Select Expert with the 5∞ Buttons. Press the Enter button Expert Setup Crossover Network Start over from step Memo The default is 80HzUse the 5∞ buttons to select frequency cut off point. Press Select it. Press Enter Fine Channel Level Channel you want to adjust Fine Channel DelayChannel. Press Enter Test tones will be output Next, if you want, proceed to Acoustic CAL Acoustic CAL EQ Use the 5∞ buttons to select Frequency you want to adjust Next, if you want, proceed to Bass Peak Level Use the 5∞ buttons to adjust the Trim and press Enter Bass Peak Level Use the 5∞ buttons to adjustTest tones and specify the bass Peak level Dynamic Range Control Chart Comparing Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Digital Surround EXDTS-ES DTS Neo6 THX Speaker Placement Information Speaker Placement for DVD-Audio etc. Sources Speaker Placement for a Complete THX Speaker System Manufacturer Code Preset Code List 3079 30773086 3087 Troubleshooting Front speakers No sound output fromSubwoofer Set of speakers Noise is output When playing a DTS format Other audio problems Subwoofer output is veryLow During multi channel Come up when using Video No image is output when aSignal Select button Digital format indicator Controlled Remote control Cannot be remoteOther components cant be Operated with the system Function Rename Schemata of Setup These will corrode the surfaces Maintenance of External Surfaces Specifications 103 TNGZF/02E00001 Printed