Contents

01 Before you start

Checking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Operating range of remote control unit. . . . 7

02 5 minute guide

Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using the Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

03 Quick surround sound setup

Automatically calibrating your listening

area (MCACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

04 Connecting up

Audio/Video cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 S-video cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Component video cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Digital audio coaxial cords/

Optical cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting digital components . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting audio components . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting DVD 5.1 channel components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting video components. . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting to the front panel

video terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 FM wire antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 AM loop antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Using external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Speaker terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 A and B speaker systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Hints on speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . 22 Connecting additional amplifiers . . . . . . . . 24 AC outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Operating other Pioneer components . . . . 25 Using this receiver with a Pioneer

plasma display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

05 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

06 Listening to your system

Listening in surround sound. . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Using the Advanced surround effects. . . 35 Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Using the Surround Back Channel

(SB CH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Using the Virtual Surround Back

mode (VSB). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using Loudness and Midnight listening . . 40 Using the tone controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Playing other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Selecting the multi-channel analog

inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

07 Setting up the receiver

Choosing your receiver setup . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . 44 Subwoofer setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Crossover frequency setting. . . . . . . . . . . 44 LFE attenuator setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Front left speaker distance setting . . . . . 45 Center speaker distance setting . . . . . . . 45 Front right speaker distance setting . . . . 46 Surround right speaker distance

setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Surround back speaker distance

setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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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.

The VSX-D914 steps up the game even further. It incorporates advanced decoding technologies, including Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES, which offer enhanced surround sound experiences by providing an additional rear channel for a more immersive audio field. With 110 watts per channel, the VSX-D914 delivers an increased power performance while maintaining clarity and ensuring detailed sound reproduction.

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.

Another notable characteristic is the inclusion of an on-screen display that simplifies navigation through settings, configurations, and source selections. Additionally, both models boast a built-in AM/FM tuner, allowing users to enjoy radio while seamlessly integrating other auxiliary devices.

Ultimately, the Pioneer VSX-D814 and VSX-D914 represent an excellent combination of power, technology, and versatility in home theater receivers. They cater to both audiophiles seeking a rich sound experience and casual listeners looking for dependable performance. Each model, with its unique set of features, guarantees to elevate any home entertainment setup, creating an environment where movies and music can truly come to life.
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