Pioneer VSX-919AH-S User Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVERVSX-1019AH-KVSX-919AH-K/-SOperating InstructionsVSX-1019_DF.book 1 ページ ２００９年３月１３日　金曜日　午前９時５８分

Controls and displays0210En4S.RTRVLights when the Sound Retriever function is active (page 64).5MULTI-ZONELights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active

The system and the other setup11100EnRemote Control Mode Setup• Default setting: 1This sets this receiver’s remote control mode to prevent erroneous o

Additional information 12101EnChapter 12:Additional informationTroubleshootingIncorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If

Additional information12102EnNo soundAMP ERR blinks in the display, then the power automatically switches off. The ADVANCED MCACC blinks and the power

Additional information 12103EnNo sound from surround back speakers.(Continued)• If the source does not have 6.1 playback channels, make sure that surr

Additional information12104EnOther audio problemsSymptom RemedyBroadcast stations cannot be selected automatically, or there is considerable noise in

Additional information 12105EnVideoSymptom RemedyNo image is output when an input is selected.• Check the video connections of the source component (s

Additional information12106EnSettingsSymptom RemedyThe Auto MCACC Setup continually shows an error.• The ambient noise level may be too high. Keep the

Additional information 12107EnProfessional Calibration EQ graphical outputDisplaySymptom RemedyThe EQ response displayed in the graphical output follo

Additional information12108EnRemote controlDuring playback of a Surround EX or DTS-ES source on the SBch AUTO setting, EX or ES does not appear, or th

Additional information 12109EnHDMISymptom RemedyThe HDMI indicator blinks continuously.• Check all the points below.No picture or sound. • This receiv

Controls and displays 0211EnRemote controlThe remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system:• Whi

Additional information12110EnImportant information regarding the HDMI connectionThere are cases where you may not be able to route HDMI signals throug

Additional information 12111EnUSB interfaceIf the problem is not solved after the troubleshooting above, if the screen freezes unexpectedly or if the

Additional information12112EnSurround sound formatsBelow is a br ief description of the main surround sound formats you’ll find on DVDs, satellite, ca

Additional information 12113EnAbout Neural – THX SurroundNeural-THX® Surround is taking surround sound to the next level. This revolutionary new techn

Additional information12114EnAuto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formatsThe following charts show what you will hear with

Additional information 12115EnPreset code listYou should have no problem controlling a component if you find the manufacturer in this list, but please

Additional information12116EnPolaroid 11498, 11523, 11687, 11766Samsung 12051Sanyo 11276Sharp 10818Sony 10810SVA 10587Syntax 11610Tatung 11719, 11839,

Additional information 12117EnBlu-rayPioneer 30142, 32442Denon 32258LG 30741Onkyo 32147Panasonic 31641Philips 32084Samsung 30199Sharp 32250Sony 31516H

Additional information12118EnLaser Disc PlayerPioneer 30241, 32447Denon 30241Cassette DeckPioneer 40027, 42446Denon 40076Inkel 40070JVC 40244Kenwood 4

Additional information 12119EnSpecifications•These specifications are applicable when the power supply is 120 V.Audio sectionMaximum power outputFront

Controls and displays0212EnPress TUNER first to access:D.ACCESS – After pressing, you can access a radio station directly using the number buttons (pa

Additional information12120EnCleaning the unit•Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.•When the surface is dirty, wipe with a so

Additional information 12121EnPioneer Authorized DistributorsPioneer Authorized DistributorsREP. OF SOUTH AFRICAAFRICATEK (PTY) LTD.29 Heronmere Road,

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Controls and displays 0213En9AUDIO – Changes the audio or channel on DVD or BD discs.DISPLAY – Switches between named station presets and radio freque

Connecting your equipment0314EnChapter 3:Connecting your equipmentThis receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn’t have t

Connecting your equipment 0315EnDetermining the speakers’ applicationSurround sound with a strong sense of presence can be enjoyed by connecting 7 spe

Connecting your equipment0316En[4] 5.1ch surround & Speaker B connectionWith these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.1-channel surround s

Connecting your equipment 0317EnPlacing the speakersTo achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below.5.1 channel surr

Connecting your equipment0318EnConnecting the speakersEach speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Make

Connecting your equipment 0319EnInstalling your speaker systemAt the very least, front left and right speakers only are necessary. Note that your main

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

Connecting your equipment0320EnBi-amping your speakersBi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speaker

Connecting your equipment 0321EnSelecting the Surr Back systemThe surround back terminals can be used for bi-amping, Speaker B and ZONE 2 connections,

Connecting your equipment0322EnAbout the audio connectionThere are several types of audio input and output terminals on this receiver. The receiver se

Connecting your equipment 0323EnConnecting your TV and playback componentsConnecting using HDMIIf you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped compone

Connecting your equipment0324En• The sound of the TV cannot be heard over the receiver if the TV is connected using an HDMI cable. If you want to list

Connecting your equipment 0325EnConnecting your DVD player with no HDMI outputThis diagram shows connections of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player

Connecting your equipment0326En Connecting your TV with no HDMI inputThis diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI inp ut) and DVD player (or o

Connecting your equipment 0327En•If your DVD player has multichannel analog outputs, you can connect these instead. See also see Connecting the multic

Connecting your equipment0328EnConnecting an HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sourcesThis receiver has two sets of audio/video inputs and outputs

Connecting your equipment 0329EnConnecting other audio componentsThis receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio compo

VENTILATION CAUTIONWhen installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 60 cm at to

Connecting your equipment0330EnConnecting AM/FM antennasConnect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and s

Connecting your equipment 0331EnMULTI-ZONE setupThis receiver can power up to two independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper

Connecting your equipment0332EnConnecting an IR receiverIf you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or shelving unit, or you wish to use t

Connecting your equipment 0333En2 Connect the CONTROL OUT jack of that component to the CONTROL IN jack of another Pioneer component.Use a cable with

Connecting your equipment0334EnConnecting an iPodThis receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that will allow you to control playback of audio content

Connecting your equipment 0335EnPlugging in the receiverAfter you’ve finished making all connections, plug the receiver into an AC outlet. The type of

Basic Setup0436EnChapter 4:Basic SetupSwitching the speaker impedanceWe recommend using speakers of 8 Ω with this system, but it is possible to switch

Basic Setup 0437En2 Select ‘System Setup’ from the HOME MENU.3 Select ‘OSD Language’ from the System Setup menu.4 Select the desired language.• Englis

Basic Setup0438En1 Switch on the receiver and your TV.2 Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel.•Push down on the PUSH O

Basic Setup 0439EnThe configuration shown on-screen should reflect the actual speakers you have.• If you see an ERR message (or the speaker configurat

Contents01 Before you startChecking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Installing the receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Basic Setup0440EnProblems when using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is not optimal for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise,

Basic Setup 0441En7 When you’re finished, proceed to the settings for other inputs.There are three optional settings in addition to the assignment of

Basic playback0542EnChapter 5:Basic playbackPlaying a sourceHere are the basic instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home t

Basic playback 0543EnPlaying a source with HDMI connection•Use INPUT SELECT to select the HDMI input you’ve connected to (for example, HDMI 1).You can

Basic playback0544En2 Press iPod USB on the remote control to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB.Loading appears in the GUI screen while the receiver

Basic playback 0545EnNavigation through categories on your iPod looks like this:Playlists  SongsArtists  Albums  SongsAlbums  SongsSongsPodcastsGe

Basic playback0546EnPlaying a USB deviceIt is possible to playback files1 using the USB interface on the front of this receiver.1 Switch on the receiv

Basic playback 0547En1Use / to select ‘Music’ from the USB Top menu.2Use / to select a folder, then press ENTER to browse that folder.•To return t

Basic playback0548EnPlaying back photo files stored on a USB memory device11Use / to select ‘Photos’ from the USB Top menu.2Use / to select a fold

Basic playback 0549EnAbout playable file formatsThe USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are

English Italiano FrançaisNederlandsEspañolDeutsch07 KURO LINKMaking the KURO LINK connections . . . . . . . 59Cautions on the KURO LINK function. . .

Basic playback0550EnListening to the radioThe following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and m

Basic playback 0551EnSaving station presetsIf you often listen to a particular radio station, it’s convenient to have the receiver store the frequency

Listening to your system0652EnChapter 6:Listening to your system Important• The listening modes and many features described in this section may not be

Listening to your system 0653EnWith two channel sources, you can select from:• 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – Up to 7.1 channel sound, especially suited to m

Listening to your system0654En• UNPLUGGED – Suitable for acoustic music sources•EXT.STEREO – Gives multichannel sound to a stereo source, using all of

Listening to your system 0655EnUsing Stream DirectUse the Stream Direct modes when you want to hear the truest possible reproduction of a source. All

Listening to your system0656EnUsing the Virtual Surround Back mode• Default setting: OFFWhen you’re not using surround back speakers, selecting this m

Listening to your system 0657EnSelecting MCACC presets•Default setting: MEMORY 1If you have calibrated your system for different listening positions1,

Listening to your system0658En – WMA9 Pro lights to indicate that a WMA9 Pro signal is being decoded.• HDMI is not assigned by default. To select an H

KURO LINK 0759EnChapter 7:KURO LINKSynchronized operation with a KURO LINK-compatible Pioneer flat screen TV or Blu-ray disc player or with a componen

6EnFlow of settings on the receiverThe unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily

KURO LINK0760EnCautions on the KURO LINK function• Connect the TV directly to this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV

KURO LINK 0761EnKURO LINK SetupYou must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as KURO LINK-compatible connected components in order to make use

KURO LINK0762EnBefore using synchronizationOnce you have finished all connections and settings, you must:1 Put all components into standby mode.2 Turn

Using other functions 0863EnChapter 8:Using other functionsSetting the Audio optionsThere are a number of additional sound settings you can make using

Using other functions0864EnBASScAdjusts the amount of bass. –6 to +6 (dB)Default: 0 (dB)TREBLEcAdjusts the amount of treble. –6 to +6 (dB)Default: 0 (

Using other functions 0865EnC. WIDTHi(Center Width)(Applicable only when using a center speaker)Provides a better blend of the front speakers by sprea

Using other functions0866EnSetting the Video optionsThere are a number of additional picture settings you can make using the VIDEO PARAMETER menu. The

Using other functions 0867EnPCINEMAc,e,f(PureCinema)This setting optimizes the picture for film material when the video output is set to progressive.

Using other functions0868EnSwitching the speaker systemIf you selected Speaker B in Surround back speaker setting on page 93, three speaker system set

Using other functions 0869En4Use the MASTER VOLUME dial to adjust the volume for the sub zone.This is only possible if you selected the Variable volum

Before you start 017EnChapter 1:Before you startChecking what’s in the boxPlease check that you’ve received the following supplied accessories:•Setup

Using other functions0870En3 Prepare the recorder.Insert a blank tape, MD, video etc. into the recording device and set the recording levels.Refer to

Using other functions 0871EnResetting the systemUse this procedure to reset all the receiver’s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel co

Controlling the rest of your system0972EnChapter 9:Controlling the rest of your systemOperating multiple receiversThe remote control included with thi

Controlling the rest of your system 0973EnWhen the preset code is fully input, the LED flashes once to indicate that the setting is completed.4 Repeat

Controlling the rest of your system0974EnButton(s) TV TV (Monitor) BD/DVD HDD/DVR VCR SAT/CATV SOURCE POWER ON/OFFPOWER ON/OFFPOWER ON/OFFPOWER ON/OF

Controlling the rest of your system 0975Ena. Controls for SACD.b. Controls for MD.Button(s) LDCD/CD-R/SACDMD/DAT TAPE SOURCE POWER ON/OFFPOWER ON/OFF

The Advanced MCACC menu1076EnChapter 10:The Advanced MCACC menuMaking receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menuThe Advanced MCACC (Multi Channel

The Advanced MCACC menu 1077EnAutomatic MCACC (Expert)If your setup requires more detailed settings than those provided in Automatically setting up fo

The Advanced MCACC menu1078En• Auto MCACC – The default is ALL (recommended), but you can limit the system calibration to only one setting (to save ti

The Advanced MCACC menu 1079En4 When you’re finished setting the options, select START then press ENTER.5 Follow the instructions on-screen.•Make sure

Controls and displays028EnChapter 2:Controls and displaysFront panel1INPUT SELECTOR dialUse to select an input function.2 STANDBY/ONSwitches the rece

The Advanced MCACC menu1080En8 Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press ENTER.A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more t

The Advanced MCACC menu 1081EnManual MCACC setupYou can use the settings in the Manual MCACC setup menu to make detailed adjustments when you’re more

The Advanced MCACC menu1082EnFine Channel Level• Default setting: 0.0dB (all channels)You can achieve better surround sound by properly adjusting the

The Advanced MCACC menu 1083En1 Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.2 Adjust the distance of the left channel from the listenin

The Advanced MCACC menu1084EnStanding Wave• Default setting: ON1/ATT 0.0dB (all filters)Acoustic standing waves occur when, under certain conditions,

The Advanced MCACC menu 1085En1 Select ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.2 Select the channel(s) you want and adjust to your liking. Use /

The Advanced MCACC menu1086EnUsing Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional1 Select ‘EQ Professional’, then press ENTER. 2 Select an option and press ENTE

The Advanced MCACC menu 1087En4 If you selected ‘Reverb View’, you can check the reverb characteristics for each channel. Press RETURN when you’re don

The Advanced MCACC menu1088EnChecking MCACC DataAt the procedure of Automatically setting up for surround sound (Auto MCACC) on page 37, the procedure

The Advanced MCACC menu 1089En1 Select ‘Channel Level’ from the MCACC Data Check menu.2 When ‘MCACC’ is highlighted, use / to select the MCACC prese

Controls and displays 029En9PHONES jackUse to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.10 Lis

The Advanced MCACC menu1090EnData ManagementThis system allows you to store up to six MCACC presets, allowing you to calibrate your system for differe

The Advanced MCACC menu 1091EnCopying MCACC preset dataIf you want to manually adjust the Acoustic Calibration EQ (see Manual MCACC setup on page 81),

The system and the other setup1192EnChapter 11:The system and the other setupMaking receiver settings from the System Setup menuThe following section

The system and the other setup 1193EnManual speaker setupThis receiver allows you to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance

The system and the other setup1194En2 Select the surround back speaker setting.• Normal – Select for normal home theater use with surround back speake

The system and the other setup 1195En• SB – Select the number of surround back speakers you have (one, two or none).1 Select LARGEx2 or LARGEx1 if you

The system and the other setup1196En3 Confirm your selected setup option.The test tones will start after you press ENTER.4 Adjust the level of each ch

The system and the other setup 1197EnX-CurveMost soundtracks mixed for cinema sound too bright when played back in large rooms. The X-Curve setting ac

The system and the other setup1198En• Remote Control Mode Setup – Sets this receiver’s remote control mode (page 100).• Flicker Reduction – Adjusts th

The system and the other setup 1199En• Fixed – Use this setting if you’ve connected a fully integrated amplifier (such as another Pioneer VSX receiver