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Pioneer VSX-818V-K, VSX-918V-K manual VSX-918V-S/-KVSX-818V-S/-K

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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

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Operating Instructions

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VSX-818V-K, VSX-918V-K specifications

The Pioneer VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K are both exemplary models in Pioneer’s range of home theater receivers, designed to deliver exceptional audio and video performance. These receivers highlight Pioneer's commitment to providing rich, immersive sound for a variety of entertainment formats.

One of the most significant features of the VSX-918V-K is its advanced 7.1 channel surround sound capability. This allows for a true multi-channel experience, making it an ideal choice for movie enthusiasts and gamers who seek depth and clarity in their audio. The VSX-818V-K, while being slightly less powerful with a 7.1 channel setup, still provides excellent audio performance with its clean and dynamic sound output, ensuring an engaging home cinema experience.

Both models are equipped with Pioneer’s latest Auto Room Tuning technology, which customizes the sound based on the room’s acoustics. This system utilizes a microphone and advanced algorithms to analyze the sound environment, adjusting settings to optimize performance. As a result, users can enjoy balanced audio whether they are in a small living room or a large theater space.

Another impressive feature is the incorporation of HDMI 1.3a support in both receivers, enabling high-definition audio and video passthrough. This capability ensures compatibility with the latest Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and other HD devices. The receivers support various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, offering high-resolution sound that complements the latest film releases and video games.

In terms of connectivity, both the VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K feature multiple inputs, including composite and component video inputs, as well as optical and coaxial digital audio inputs. This extensive connectivity allows users to easily connect their devices and manage them through the intuitive on-screen GUI.

The models also boast a sleek design, with an appealing aesthetic that fits seamlessly into modern home theater setups. Their user-friendly interfaces and remote controls make navigation easy, ensuring that even non-technical users can enjoy a premium audio-visual experience.

Overall, the Pioneer VSX-918V-K and VSX-818V-K provide a robust set of features, ensuring outstanding audio fidelity and versatility, making them excellent choices for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment systems.

Contents

VSX-918V-S/-KVSX-818V-S/-K Operating Environment Important the Moulded PlugVentilation Caution Contents Controlling the rest of your system Other SettingsOther connections Additional informationBefore you start Chapter Before you startChecking what’s in the box Loading the batteriesMinute guide Chapter Minute guideIntroduction to home theater Listening to Surround Sound02 5 minute guide Switch on the receiver and your TVEnglish Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Minute guideEnter Other problems when using the Auto Mcacc Setup Better sound using Phase ControlPress Phase Phase Control to switch on phase correction Connecting up Chapter Connecting upMaking cable connections Use a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection.1 Connecting up Connecting a DVD player and TVReceiver VSX-918VConnecting the multichannel analog outputs Connecting upItaliano FrançaisAbout the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting up Connecting other audio componentsCD-R, MD, DAT, Tape recorder, etc Deutsch Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesConnecting using Hdmi Connecting up Using the component video jacksUse a three-way component video cable for the connection Component 1 DVD Component 2 TV Component 3 DVRAbout Hdmi Connecting to the front panel video terminal Connecting up Connecting to the front panel audio mini jackUsing external antennas Connecting up Connecting antennasTo improve FM reception To improve AM receptionAntenna Connecting up Connecting the speakersBare wire connections Hints on speaker placementTwist exposed wire strands together Tighten terminalSwitching the speaker system Speaker placement diagramsFollowing illustrations show 5.1 channel speaker setups Controls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel 14 15 16Display Controls and displaysDTS AnalogPRO Logic VIR. SBControls and displays Remote control Setup Master Volume +Level + AV ParameterSignal SEL AccessTuner Disp ClassTV Control buttons Operating range of remote controlTV CH + TV VOL +Listening to your system Chapter Listening to your systemAuto playback Listening in surround soundPress ADV Surr repeatedly to select a listening mode Using the Advanced surround effectsListening to your system Listening in stereoUsing Stream Direct Listening to your system Using Front Stage Surround AdvanceUsing the Sound Retriever Using Virtual Surround Back VSB Setting Listening to your system Setting the AV optionsWhat it does Options CH1 Setting What it does OptionsPress Portable SHIFT+iPod USB on the remote control Choosing the input signalListening to your system Playing other sources Selecting the front audio inputsSystem Setup menu Chapter System Setup menuUsing the System Setup menu Manual Mcacc speaker setupSelect ‘Manual MCACC’ from the System Setup menu System Setup menuSelect ‘Fine Ch Level’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menu Fine Channel LevelVolume increases to the reference level Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual Mcacc setup menuFine Speaker Distance After pressing ENTER, test tones will be outputCopying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automaticallyAcoustic Calibration EQ Select the channels you want and adjust to your liking Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallySelect ‘OK’ to copy and confirm Might distort. If this happens, bringSpeaker Setting Manual speaker setupChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Crossover Network Select ‘Speaker Setting’ from the Manual SP Setup menuAdjust the level of each channel using Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSelect ‘Channel Level’ from the Manual SP Setup menu Select a setup optionAdjust the distance of each speaker Using Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Manual SP Setup menuSpeaker Distance Using the tuner Chapter Using the tunerTuning directly to a station Listening to the radioNaming station presets Using the tuner Saving station presetsListening to station presets English DeutschDisplaying RDS information Using the tuner An introduction to RDSSearching for RDS programs Press FM to select the FM band.3 Press PTY SearchUsing EON Using the tunerMaking recordings Chapter Making recordingsMaking an audio or a video recording Controlling the rest of your system Setting the remote to control other componentsControlling the rest of your system Chapter Operating other Pioneer componentsUse the number buttons to enter the preset code Clearing all the remote control settingsButtons Function Components Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVsSHIFT+ Controls for other components Controlling the rest of your systemENTER/DISC Function ComponentsEnter Return DiscSHIFT+ Edit Return Shift +DVD Recorder Controlling the rest of your system Preset Code ListConnecting your iPod to the receiver Connecting an iPodOther connections Other connections ChapterIPod playback Other connectionsFinding what you want to play Basic playback controlsSwitching the iPod controls1 Connecting a USB deviceSymptom What it means Press iPod Ctrl to switch the iPod controls.2Basic playback controls Connecting your USB device to the receiverCompressed audio compatibility Selecting a file from the folder/file list for playbackOther compatibility information USB ERR What it meansAbout MPEG-4 AAC Using this receiver with a Pioneer flat screen TVAbout WMA Front panel display shows SR+ on or OFF Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat screen TVOther Settings Chapter Other SettingsInput Assign menu Assigning the digital inputsAssigning the component video inputs Other SettingsAssigning the Hdmi inputs SR+ Setup for Pioneer flat screen TVs Other Settings Other Setup menuSelect ‘Other Setup’ then press Enter Select the ‘PDP Volume Control’ setting you wantProblem Remedy TroubleshootingAdditional information Additional information ChapterVSX-918V model only The SR Additional informationHdmi Symptom RemedySwitching the speaker impedance Resetting the main unitConfiguration1 Important information regarding the Hdmi connectionPower cord caution Additional information Changing the TV format settingCleaning the unit Amplifier sectionHdmi Section Component video sectionFM Tuner Section AM Tuner SectionPrinted XRB3091-A Pioneer Corporation