Listening to your system, Auto playback

05Listening to your system

Chapter 5:

Listening to your system

Important

•Certain features explained in this section will not be possible depending on the source (for example, PCM 88.2 kHz/96 kHz, DTS 96 kHz (24 bit) or WMA9 Pro sources).

Auto playback

The simplest, most direct listening option is the Auto Surround feature. With this, the receiver automatically detects what kind of source you’re playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary.1

AUTO/DIRECT	STEREO/	STANDARD	ADVSURR
	A.L.C.
ACOUSTIC		DIALOG	SOUND
PHASE	EQ		RETRIEVER

•While listening to a source, press AUTO/DIRECT2 for auto playback of a source.

Press repeatedly until AUTOSURR. shows briefly in the display (it will then show the decoding or playback format). Check the digital format indicators in the display to see how the source is being processed.

Listening in surround sound

Using this receiver, you can listen to any source in surround sound. However, the options available will depend on your speaker setup and the type of source you’re listening

to.3

AUTO/DIRECT	STEREO/	STANDARD	ADVSURR
	A.L.C.
ACOUSTIC		DIALOG	SOUND
PHASE	EQ		RETRIEVER

•While listening to a source, press

STANDARD.

If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround encoded, the proper decoding format will automatically be selected and shows in the display.

With two channel sources, press STANDARD repeatedly to select from:

•2 Pro Logic II MOVIE – Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to movie sources

•2 Pro Logic II MUSIC4 – Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources

•2 Pro Logic II GAME – Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited for video games

• 2 PRO LOGIC – 4.1 channel surround sound

Note

1• Stereo surround (matrix) formats are decoded accordingly using 2 Pro Logic II MOVIE (see Listening in surround sound above for more on these decoding formats).

• The Auto Surround feature is canceled if you connect headphones or select the multichannel analog inputs.

2For more options using this button, see Using Stream Direct on page 32.

3When all except front speaker is set to NO in Speaker Setting on page 42, 2CH IN shows in the display and no surround sound will be heard.

4When listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode, there are three further parameters you can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama. See Setting the AV options on page 34 to adjust them.

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.

Pioneer VSX-918V-K, VSX-818V-K manual Listening to your system Chapter, Auto playback

Models: VSX-818V-K VSX-918V-K