Additional information

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Professional Calibration EQ graphical output

Symptom

Remedy

The EQ response displayed in

• There are cases where the graph does not appear flat (even when selecting

the graphical output

ALL CH ADJ in the Auto MCACC Setup) due to adjustments made to

following calibration does not

compensate for room characteristics to achieve optimal sound.

appear entirely flat.

• Areas of the graph may appear identical (before and after) when there is little

 

or no adjustment needed.

 

• The graph may appear to have shifted vertically when comparing before and

 

after measurements.

 

 

EQ adjustments made using

• Despite level adjustments being made, the filters used for analysis may not

the Manual MCACC setup on

display these adjustments in the graphical output. However, these adjustments

page 81 do not appear to

are taken this into account by the filters dedicated to overall system calibration.

change the graphical output.

 

 

 

Lower frequency response

• Low frequencies used in bass management (the subwoofer channel) will not

curves do not seem to have

change for speakers that have been specified as SMALL in the configuration,

been calibrated for SMALL

or do not output these frequencies.

speakers.

• Calibration is performed, but due to your speakers’ low frequency limitations,

 

no measurable sound is output for display.

 

 

Display

Symptom

Remedy

The display is dark or off.

• Press DIMMER repeatedly to select a different brightness.

 

 

After making an adjustment

• Press DIMMER repeatedly to select a different brightness.

the display goes off.

 

You can’t get DIGITAL to display when using SIGNAL SEL.

Check the digital connections and make sure that the digital inputs are assigned correctly (see The Input Setup menu on page 40).

If the multichannel analog inputs are selected, select a different input function.

2 DIGITAL or DTS does not

• These indicators does not light if playback is paused.

light when playing Dolby/DTS

• Check the playback (especially the digital output) settings of the source

software.

component.

 

 

When playing Dolby Digital

• Check that the player is connected using a digital connection.

or DTS sources, the receiver’s

• Make sure that the receiver is set to AUTO or DIGITAL (see Choosing the

format indicators do not light. input signal on page 57).

 

• Check that the player isn’t set up so that Dolby Digital and DTS sources are

 

converted to PCM.

 

• Ensure that if there are several audio tracks on the disc, the Dolby Digital or

 

DTS is selected.

 

 

When playing certain discs,

• The disc may not contain 5.1/6.1 channel material. Check the disc packaging

none of the receiver’s format

for more on what audio tracks are recorded on the disc.

indicators light.

 

 

 

When playing a disc with the

• Make sure that the receiver is set to AUTO or DIGITAL (see Choosing the

listening mode set to Auto

input signal on page 57).

Surround or ALC, 2 PL II or

• If a two channel soundtrack is currently playing (including Dolby Surround

Neo:6 appear on the receiver. encoded), then this is not a malfunction. Check the disc packaging for details about the audio tracks available.

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VSX-919AH-S specifications

The Pioneer VSX-919AH-S is a versatile audio/video receiver that has garnered a reputation among home theater enthusiasts for its robust performance, rich feature set, and stylish design. This 7.1-channel receiver is not just about power; it also integrates a multitude of technological advancements that enhance the home theater experience.

One of the standout features of the VSX-919AH-S is its advanced audio processing capabilities. The receiver supports various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, providing a truly immersive sound experience when playing high-definition content. Pioneer’s MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) automatically calibrates the audio settings to optimize sound quality based on the specific characteristics of your room. This ensures that every listener experiences the best possible sound, regardless of where they are seated.

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