Listening to your system

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•If you switch on Midnight listening, Loud- ness, or the Tone controls when DIRECT is selected, the receiver automatically switches to STEREO.

Choosing the input signal

• Default setting: AUTO

You need to hook up a component to both analog and digital inputs on the rear of the receiver to select between input signals.

 

 

 

 

TUNING

 

 

ADVANCED

 

STEREO/

SIGNAL

MIDNIGHT/

 

 

 

SB CH

 

 

MULTI JOG

 

STATION

 

STANDARD SURROUND

 

DIRECT

SELECT

LOUDNESS

 

SPEAKERS

 

MODE

 

TONE QUICK SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

MCACC

 

 

VIDEO INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP MIC DIGITAL IN

S-VIDEO VIDEO

L AUDIO R

TUNER EDIT

CLASS

BAND

MPX

INPUT ATT FL DIMMER

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI JOG

•You may get digital noise when a LD or CD player compatible with DTS is playing an analog signal. To prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 17) and set the signal input to DIGITAL.

•Some DVD players don’t output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player.

•Press SIGNAL SELECT on the front panel to select the input signal corre- sponding to the source component.

Each press cycles through the options as follows:

•AUTO – This automatically switches to DIGITAL if a digital source is detected, otherwise it remains on ANALOG.

•DVD 5.1ch – Selects the multichannel inputs (only appears when DVD/LD is selected).

•ANALOG – Selects the analog inputs.

•DIGITAL – Selects the digital input.

When set to DIGITAL or AUTO, 2 DIGITAL lights when a Dolby Digital signal is input, and DTS lights when a DTS signal is input.

•This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz–96 kHz) and DTS digital signal formats (including DTS 96kHz/24 bit). With other digital signal formats, set to ANALOG.

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VSX-D914, VSX-D814 specifications

The Pioneer VSX-D814 and VSX-D914 are notable home theater receivers that were designed to deliver an immersive audio and visual experience, making them staples in the world of home entertainment.

Starting with the VSX-D814, this receiver is part of Pioneer’s impressive line of multi-channel amplifiers, designed to support a wide range of audio formats. One of its standout features is the 7.1 channel surround sound capability, which brings cinema-quality audio into the home environment. With 100 watts per channel, the VSX-D814 provides ample power to fill a room with dynamic sound. The receiver supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and other digital audio processing formats, ensuring compatibility with various media sources.

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Both models are equipped with Pioneer's proprietary technologies, such as the Advanced Surround mode, which allows users to choose from multiple surround sound options tailored to different listening environments. The receivers also feature comprehensive connectivity options, including multiple HDMI inputs, component video, and optical and coaxial digital inputs, offering versatility in connecting a variety of devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices.

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