Connecting your equipment

03

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver

Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR

or other set-top box

and other video sources

Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called ‘set-top boxes’.

This receiver has two sets of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including DVD/HDD recorders and VCRs.

VSX-84TXSi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VSX-84TXSi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

/ REC SEL

 

 

& SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT1

S400

MAIN ROOM(ZONE1)

 

FM UNBAL 75 Ω

AM LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ROOM3

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI-ROOM

 

IR

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

(ZONE3)

 

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

& SOURCE

 

 

 

ANTENNA

 

 

 

(AUDIO)

 

 

 

MONITOR

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

 

/ REC SEL

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

 

PHONO

 

 

OUT2

 

ROOM2(ZONE2)

OUT

 

OUT

R ROOM2(ZONE2) L

 

 

OUT1

 

S400

 

 

 

FM UNBAL 75 Ω

AM LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD

 

ROOM3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ZONE3)

 

 

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

S400

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN

 

 

 

(AUDIO)

 

 

 

MONITOR

MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE

 

 

 

USB

 

 

12 V TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

 

OUT2

 

 

ROOM2(ZONE2)

OUT

 

OUT

R ROOM2(ZONE2) L

CD

 

 

 

AUDIO

HDMI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

DVD/

 

 

 

 

S400

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD

 

 

USB

 

 

 

12 V TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

 

(DC OUT 12V TOTAL 50 mA MAX)

 

 

IN

 

 

AUDIO

 

HDMI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

DVD/

 

 

 

 

(SAT)

 

ROOM2

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

 

TV

 

 

IN 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

IN

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

 

MONITOR

 

IN 2

IN

 

 

 

 

(DC OUT 12V TOTAL 50 mA MAX)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVR/

IN2

(ZONE2)

 

OUT

 

 

 

CD-R/

 

(SAT)

 

 

ROOM2

MULTI-ROOM

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

VCR 1)

 

IN 1

 

OUT IN 1 (DVD/LD)

SAT

TAPE

 

IN 2

 

 

 

& SOURCE

 

IN 2

TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

 

Y

IN 2 (TV)

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONITOR

 

IN

 

 

 

 

IN 3

 

 

IN

IN

 

(DVR/

 

IN2

(ZONE2)

 

OUT

 

 

 

CD-R/

 

 

 

(DVR/

 

 

 

 

1

2

 

R

 

VCR 1)

 

IN 1

 

OUT

IN 1

(DVD/LD)

 

TAPE

 

 

 

VCR 2)

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

 

FR

 

F

 

 

Y

 

Y

SAT

 

 

 

 

IN 4

IN3

PB

 

PB

 

 

VIDEO

 

 

IN 3

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

(TV)

IN

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

GAME1

 

 

(DVR/

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

 

R

 

 

L

(CD-R)

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUB W.

VCR 2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FR

 

FL

 

1

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO /

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN3

PB

 

PB

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNA-

PR

 

PR

 

 

 

 

 

IN 4

 

 

 

 

GAME1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

(CD-R)

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

SUB W.

CENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

SUR-

 

 

1

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNA-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

IN 3

 

 

VCR 1

ROUND

PR

 

PR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BLE

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

 

Y

 

 

IN

 

 

IN 1

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

SUR-

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(DVD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN4

IN 2

 

IN 3

 

 

VCR 1

ROUND

 

 

(CD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

LD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

Y

 

Y

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

PB

 

PB

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

R

 

(CD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR 2

 

 

 

PB

 

PB

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

PR

 

PR

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XM

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/

R

SURROUND

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BACK

 

 

ASSIGNABLE 1 3 S - VIDEO

VIDEO

R

 

L

PR

PR

 

 

IN

 

MULTI CH

DIGITAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

 

AUDIO

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSIGNABLE

1 3

S - VIDEO

VIDEO

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

 

VIDEO

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL OUT

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV OUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL OUT

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

 

AV OUT

 

 

AV IN

 

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STB

1Connect the audio/video outputs on the set-top box to the SAT AUDIO and VIDEO inputs.

Connect using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable and a video or S-video1cable.

2Connect an optical-type2digital audio output from

your set-top box to the DIGITAL 1 (SAT) input.3

Use an optical cable for the connection.

DVR, VCR, etc.

1Connect the audio/video outputs of the video player/recorder to the DVR/VCR1 AUDIO and VIDEO inputs.

Use a stereo RCA/phono jack audio cable for the audio

connection and a video or S-video4cable for the video connection.

• For a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 IN inputs.

2If the device can record, connect the DVR/VCR1 AUDIO and VIDEO outputs to the recorder’s audio/ video inputs.

Use a stereo RCA/phono jack audio cable for the audio connection and a video or S-video cable for the video connection.

Note

1See The Input Setup menu on page 63 to assign the S-VIDEO 2 input to the SAT input function if you make this connection.

2If your set-top box only has a coaxial digital output, you can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Setup menu on page 63).

3If your satellite/cable receiver doesn’t have a digital audio output, you can skip this step.

4See The Input Setup menu on page 63 to assign the S-VIDEO 2 input to the DVR/VCR1 input function if you make this connection.

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Pioneer VSX-82TXS-S, VSX-84TXSI manual Or other set-top box Other video sources, Use an optical cable for the connection

VSX-84TXSi-S, VSX-82TXS, VSX-82TXS-S, VSX-84TXSI specifications

The Pioneer VSX-84TXSi, VSX-82TXS, VSX-84TXSi-S, and VSX-82TXS are part of Pioneer's renowned lineup of home theater receivers, notable for their impressive audio capabilities and advanced features. Designed for enthusiasts who appreciate high-quality sound, these receivers stand out in the crowded market of A/V receivers.

The VSX-84TXSi and VSX-84TXSi-S come equipped with a robust 7.1-channel amplifier configuration, delivering a powerful output that ensures dynamic and immersive audio experience. Both models boast Pioneer's sophisticated Class D3 amplification technology, which efficiently provides high power output while minimizing distortion and heat. This feature allows listeners to enjoy their favorite music and movies with clarity and depth.

One standout feature of these receivers is the Advanced MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) technology. This automatically adjusts the speaker settings to fit the unique acoustics of the room, ensuring balanced sound across all channels. The calibration process is user-friendly, allowing even novice users to achieve optimal sound performance.

In terms of connectivity, the VSX-84TXSi and VSX-82TXS are equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, supporting the latest audio and video formats, including 4K Ultra HD. They also support Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, which deliver lossless audio quality for a truly cinematic experience at home.

The VSX-84TXSi and VSX-82TXS models feature a user-friendly interface that includes on-screen displays and intuitive controls. They also offer extensive compatibility with various formats, including MP3, WMA, and AAC. For those who want to stream their music, both models have built-in support for networking capabilities, allowing users to connect to their home network and stream content from devices seamlessly.

The VSX-82TXS, while slightly less powerful than the VSX-84TXSi, offers many features that appeal to casual users and audiophiles alike. It retains the same high-quality audio processing and supports a variety of surround sound formats, making it a versatile choice for different media types.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-84TXSi, VSX-82TXS, VSX-84TXSi-S, and VSX-82TXS are excellent choices for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment experience. With a blend of advanced technology, impressive audio performance, and user-friendly features, these receivers continue to be favored options for home theater setups.