The System Setup menu

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• If you want to go back and adjust a

channel, simply use (cursor left/ right) to select it.

4When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Acoustic Calibration EQ

Acoustic Calibration Equalization is a kind of room equalizer for your speakers (excluding the subwoofer). It works by measuring the acoustic characteristics of your room and neutralizing the ambient characteristics that can color the original source material. This provides a ‘flat’ equalization setting. If you’re not satisfied with the automatic adjustment, you can also adjust these settings manually to get a frequency balance that suits your tastes.

Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically

If you have already completed Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 11, A. CH ADJ and F.ALG ADJ (below) should already be set. Therefore, if you want to adjust your settings manually, you can skip to Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manually below.

1Select ‘EQ A. SET’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

•Make sure the microphone is connected.

•If you’re using a subwoofer, it is automatically detected every time you switch on the system. Make sure it is on and the volume is at the middle position.

•See Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 13 for notes regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference.

2Wait for the Auto MCACC Setup to finish. As the receiver outputs test tones, the frequency balance is adjusted automatically for the following settings:

• A. CH – All Channel Adjust is a ‘flat’ setting

 

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where all the speakers are set individually

 

 

 

so no special weighting is given to any one

 

 

channel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• F.ALG – Front Align Adjust balances the

 

 

 

 

overall sound so that all speakers are set in

 

 

 

 

accordance with the front speaker settings

 

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(no equalization is applied to the front left

 

 

 

 

 

and right channels).

 

 

 

 

 

You will return to the Acoustic Cal EQ setup

 

 

menu after the Acoustic Calibration

 

 

Equalization is set.

 

 

 

 

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settings

 

 

 

 

 

Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ

 

 

If you want to manually adjust the Acoustic

 

 

 

 

Calibration EQ (see Setting the Acoustic

 

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Calibration EQ manually below), we

 

recommend copying the A. CH or the F.ALG

 

settings from the EQ A. SET setup above (or

 

from Automatically setting up for surround

 

sound (MCACC) on page 11) to one of the

 

1 Select ‘EQ COPY’ from the Manual MCACC

 

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custom (C1 or C2) settings. Instead of just a flat

 

 

EQ curve, this will give you a reference point

 

 

from which to start.

 

 

 

 

 

setup menu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 Use

(cursor left/right) to select C1

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or C2 then use the

(cursor up/down)

 

buttons to select the setting you want to

 

copy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•You can also copy from one custom setting to another. For more on the A. CH and F.ALG settings, see Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically above.

3 Use

(cursor left/right) to select

‘COPY? YES’ to copy and confirm.

You can also use

(cursor up/down) to

select COPY? NO to cancel.

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Pioneer VSX-815-S/-K Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically, Settings Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ
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VSX-815-S/-K, VSX-915-S/-K specifications

The Pioneer VSX-915-S/-K and VSX-815-S/-K are part of Pioneer's renowned line of AV receivers that provide home theater enthusiasts with an impressive range of features and technologies. These models are particularly recognized for their exceptional audio quality and versatility, making them ideal for both music lovers and movie enthusiasts alike.

One of the standout features of the VSX-915 is its Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding capabilities, which allow users to experience high-definition audio quality that matches the latest in cinematic releases. This model is equipped with Pioneer's Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC), enabling automatic speaker setup and optimization based on the room's acoustics. This technology ensures that listeners enjoy a balanced sound field, regardless of the room's layout.

The VSX-815 model, while slightly more compact, does not compromise on functionality. It retains essential features such as Dolby Digital EX and DTS 96/24 decoding, providing rich surround sound that enhances the home theater experience. The unit's direct energy HD amplification delivers robust audio output while maintaining low distortion levels, ensuring that high-frequency details are preserved without sacrificing power.

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Pioneer's proprietary technologies, such as the Phase Control, help in enhancing sound clarity, providing a more coherent audio experience. Additionally, both receivers feature a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) for easy navigation through settings and options.

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In summary, the Pioneer VSX-915-S/-K and VSX-815-S/-K represent an excellent investment in high-quality home audio experiences, combining advanced technologies and user-friendly features that cater to both casual listeners and dedicated audiophiles.
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