Other Settings

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1Select DUAL MONO from the OTHER setup menu.

2 Use (cursor up/down) to choose the setting that you want.

•CH1 – Only channel 1 is played

•CH2 – Only channel 2 is played

•CH1 CH2 – Both channels are played through the front speakers

3 When you're finished, press RETURN.

LFE Attenuator Setup

• Default setting: ATT 0 dB

Some Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultra- low bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers.

1Select LFE ATT from the OTHER setup menu.

2 Use (cursor up/down) to choose the setting that you want.

•LFEAT 0 – No limiting (recommended setting)

•LFEAT 10 – 10dB of limiting

•LFEAT ** – No sound from LFE channel

3 When you're finished, press RETURN.

SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays

VSX-815/915 model only

Make the following settings if you have connected a Pioneer plasma display to this receiver using an SR+ cable. Note that the number of function settings available will depend on the plasma display you’ve connected.

See also Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display on page 73 and Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display on page 74.

1 Select ‘SR+’ from the OTHER setup menu.

2 Use (cursor up/down) and ENTER to select the ‘VOL C.’ setting you want.

•VOL C. OFF – The receiver does not control the volume of the plasma display

•VOL C. ON – When the receiver is switched to one of the inputs that use the plasma display (DVD/LD, or another one of functions below), the volume on the plasma display is muted so only sound from the receiver is heard.

3Assign any input source connected to the plasma display to the corresponding input number.

Use (cursor left/right) to select the source (DVD, TV, DVR or VDEO), then (cursor up/down) to select the input number.

This matches the receiver’s input source with a numbered video input on the plasma display. For example, assign DVD:3 if you have connected the your DVD video output to video input 3 on the plasma display.

4 When you're finished, press RETURN.

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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.

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