Pioneer VSX-D2011-G User Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVERVSX-D2011-SVSX-D2011-GOperating Instructions

10EnBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord fromthe AC outlet.Easy Setup Guide Part111111 Hook

Fine Tuning Your System100En+1. 5dB+2. 5dB-4. 0dB-5. 5dB+0. 5dB+0. 0dB [] [] [] [] [] [] 63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 4 kHz 11.3 kHz TRIM [Ex

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System101EnCUSTOM1 ADJUSTCUSTOM2 ADJUSTDATA COPYDATA CHECK [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [Exit

Fine Tuning Your System102EnFollow steps 1-5 on page 95, if necessary, to get to thestarting point mentioned here.1BASS PEAK LEVEL should beselected,

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System103En DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROLThis feature makes it possible to enjoy full surround sound effects on Dolby Digital and DTS s

104EnDolby Pro Logic IIDolby Pro Logic II is an improved version of Dolby Pro Logic technology with extended matrix decodingtechnology that can create

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT105EnDolby Digital Surround EXThis new recording technology is able to play 6.1 channel sound and was develo

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving106EnTHXTHX is a Lucasfilm, Ltd. program dedicated to maximum accuracy in movie presentation. Movie sound tracks

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT107EnSchemata of Setup Screens11.Surround Setup[ SurrBack System ][ Auto Setting ][ Quick ][

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving108EnSpeaker Placement InformationPlacement of your speakers is a crucial aspect of attaining accurate and realist

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT109EnSpeaker Placement for a Complete THX Speaker System If you have a complete THX Speaker System set (Luca

EASY SETUP GUIDE11EnEasy Setup Guide Part122222 Speaker ConnectionsHome theater is designed to be setup with five, or seven speakers (front left &am

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving110EnTroubleshootingIncorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT111EnAfter the proper settingshave been made, there stillseems to be somethingwrong with the sound.No audioN

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving112EnSound is produced fromsome components, but notfrom digital components.Other audio problemsSubwoofer output is

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT113EnAudio doesn't record (insome cases, even if videodoes).VideoNo image is output when afunction is s

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving114EnDuring playback of aSurround EX or DTS ESsource on the AUTO setting,the EX and ES indicatorswon't light.

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT115EnPreset Code BrandsYou should have no problem controlling a component if you find the manufacturer in th

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving116EnPANASONICPHILCOPHILIPSPHONOLAPORTLANDPROSCANQUASARRADIORADIO SHACKRADIOLARCA/PROSCANSABASAMSUNGSANYOSCHNEIDER

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT117EnVIDEO Section (Composite)Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)VCR 1/DVR, VCR 2, VIDEO, DVD/LD,TV/SAT ...

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving118EnSpecifications (multi-voltage model)Amplifier SectionMaximum Output Power ... 130 W/ch

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingEXPERT119EnMiscellaneousPower Requirements...AC 110/120-127/220/230-240 V, 50/60 HzPower

12EnOFFS0URCE TVMULTI CONTROLSYSTEMRECEIVERDVD/LD TV/SAT TV CONTVCR1/DVRVCR2 VIDEO CDMULTIOPERATIONDIMMERMD/TAPE2CD-R/TAPE1TUNERRECEIVER12LOUDNESS TON

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EASY SETUP GUIDE13EnEasy Setup Guide Part21Hook up the microphone to theSETUP MIC jack on the Front Panel.2Place the microphone at yournormal listen

14EnEasy Setup Guide Part28Select AUTO SETTING with the 5∞buttons and press ENTER.9Some auto setup instructions will belisted, make sure to follow t

EASY SETUP GUIDE15EnEasy Setup Guide Part222222 Playing a DVD with Surround Sound1 Make sure the receiver, your TV, your subwoofer and your DVD pla

16EnConnecting Your EquipmentConnecting your TVBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord fromthe A

PREPARATIONPREPARATION17EnConnecting Your EquipmentConnecting Video ComponentsBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disc

18EnConnecting Your EquipmentConnecting VCRs or DVRsBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from

PREPARATIONPREPARATION19EnConnecting Satellite TV (SAT) ComponentsBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the p

2EnThank you for buying this Pioneer product.Please read through these operating instructionsso you will know how to operate your modelproperly. After

20En• If you want to hook up any equipment other than a turntable to the PHONO/LINE jackplease go to the PHONO/LINE Setup (see page 94) and choose the

PREPARATIONPREPARATION21EnConnecting to the Multi Channel Analog Inputs (DVD-Audio or SuperAudio CD (SACD) compatible player)Before making or changing

22EnConnecting Digital Audio ComponentsBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord fromthe AC outlet

PREPARATIONPREPARATION23En7 Coaxial cords/Optical cablesCommercially available digital audio coaxialcords (standard video cords can also be used) orop

24EnConnecting the Radio AntennasBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord fromthe AC outlet.Conne

PREPARATIONPREPARATION25EnConnecting SpeakersBefore making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord fromthe AC

26EnConnecting Your EquipmentSpeaker impedanceYou can change the speaker impedance for VSX-D2011 but we recommend using speakers with animpedance of 8

PREPARATIONPREPARATION27EnPlacing Your SpeakersProper speaker placement is essential to realize the best sound from your system. The diagram and tipsg

28EnFront PanelAll the controls on the front panel are explained and/or referenced here. To open the front panel pushgently on the lower third of the

PREPARATIONPREPARATION29EnDisplays & Controls4 ENTER buttonUse this button to enter information concerningthe SYSTEM SETUP, listening mode or thet

3EnOperating EnvironmentOperating environment temperature and humidity:+5°C – +35°C (+41°F – +95°F); less than 85%RH(cooling vents not blocked)Do not

30EnDisplays & ControlsRemote ControlThis page describes the buttons on the remote control used to operate the receiver.OFFS0URCEÎTVMULTI CONTROLS

PREPARATIONPREPARATION31EnDisplays & Controls(+/–) buttons (see page 52)Use to adjust the TONE level, effect level andchannel level as well as mak

32EnDisplays & Controls! MULTI OPERATION buttonUse this button to start the MULTI OPERATIONmode. See page 80-81 for how to program anduse the MULT

PREPARATIONPREPARATION33EnDisplays & ControlsDisplayAll the display information is explained and/or referenced here.it lights when the station you

34EnDisplays & ControlsBack PanelAll the terminals on the back panel are explained and/or referenced here.1 DIGITAL IN terminals (see page 22)Use

PREPARATIONPREPARATION35EnDisplays & Controls9 Voltage Selector (multi-voltage modelonly)Use to match the voltage coming into thereceiver with the

36EnTo ensure the best possible surround sound, complete the following setup operations. Some of these are thesame (and take precedence over) the sett

SURROUND SET UP37EnSetting Up for Surround SoundSURRBACK SYSTEM (Surround Back System)This setup selects how your surround back system will be used. I

38EnQUICK setupThis simple and quick setup method allows you to make all the necessary settings manually with the minimumof hassle. If you did the AUT

SURROUND SET UP39EnSetting Up for Surround SoundNORMAL setupThis is the manual method to setup your sound parameters for surround sound. It is more ex

4EnTable of ContentsFeatures ... 6Before You Start ... 7Checking the Su

40En SPEAKER SETTINGThe information below shows you how to select the correct settings for the type and number of speakers youconnected. Most importan

SURROUND SET UP41En1SPEAKER SETTING should be selected.If it isn’t use the 5∞ buttons to selectit. Press the ENTER button.The setup possibilities appe

42En1CHANNEL LEVEL should be selected. Ifit isn’t use the 5∞ buttons to selectand press ENTER.2There are two ways to set theCHANNEL LEVEL: MANUAL or A

SURROUND SET UP43En1The CHANNEL DELAY should beselected. If it isn’t use the 5∞ buttonsto select it. Press the ENTER button.The setup possibilities ap

44EnSTANDBY/ONMOVIE MUSICMULTI JOGENTER STEREO/DIRECT MULTI CH INMASTER VOLUMEACOUSTIC EQSTANDBYMULTI CHANNNELACOUSTIC CALIBRATIONVSX-D2011AUDIO/VID

BASIC45EnSwitching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal InputThis button selects the type of input signal, ANALOG or DIGITAL, sent to the receiver. You need to take

46EnListening ModesThe three listening mode types on the receiver are explained here (to select listening modes see page 44).The kind of playback you

BASIC47EnBasic OperationMOVIE modes (SURROUND mode)The MOVIE mode is a newly designed system for enhancing movie soundtracks and other audio-visual so

48EnMUSIC modes (SURROUND mode)The MUSIC modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments whenplaying eith

BASIC49EnBasic Operationmemo1Press RECEIVER.2Press the EFFECT/CH SEL buttonrepeatedly until you see EFFECT inthe receiver’s display.3Use the +/– butto

PREPARATIONPREPARATIONEXPERTEASY SETUP GUIDESURROUND SETUPBASIC5EnTable of ContentsAn introduction to RDS (European model only) ... 62Using the RDS

Basic Operation50EnReducing Noise During Playback (DIGITAL NR Function)To reduce extraneous noise switch on DIGITAL NR. This feature is effective with

Basic OperationBASIC51EnListening in MIDNIGHT ModeThis useful feature makes it possible to get excellent surround sound effects even when listening at

Basic Operation52EnAdjusting Bass and Treble (TONE CONTROL)You can adjust the low (bass) and high (treble) frequencies. The TONE button can also be us

Basic OperationBASIC53EnListening in HI–BIT/SAMPLING modeUse to hear CD and DVD, as well as other digital soundtracks, at a wider dynamic range, allow

Basic Operation54EnVIRTUAL SURROUND BACK ModeThe VIRTUAL SURROUND BACK mode emulates surround back channels through your surround speakers. Youmust ha

Basic OperationBASIC55EnPHONESSPEAKERSSIGNALSELECTSB CHMODEEONMODECHARACTER/SEARCHHI-BITHI-SAMPLINGSETUPMICDIGITAL INS-VIDEO VIDEOVIDEO INPUTAUDIOLRSE

Basic Operation56EnVideo SelectThis function allows you to listen to one sound source while you watch a different video source on your TV. Thesound so

57Using the TunerBASICAutomatic and Manual TuningThe following steps show you how to tune in FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) a

Using the Tuner58En1Press the TUNER button.This selects the tuner function on the receiver and setsthe remote to the tuner operation mode.2Press the B

Using the TunerBASIC59EnMemorizing Frequently Used StationsThe following steps show you how to memorize up to 30 radio stations in 3 classes (each hol

6EnFeaturesHigh Quality, Balanced Multichannel DesignThe VSX-D2011 receiver is constructed with Pioneer’s industry-leading advanced and well balancedm

Using the Tuner60EnNaming Memorized StationsYou can input a name of up to four characters for each preset station in the receiver’s memory (see the pr

Using the TunerBASIC61EnRecalling Memorized Stations1Press the TUNER button.This selects the TUNER function on the receiver andsets the remote to the

Using the Tuner62EnAn introduction to RDS (European model only)Radio Data System, or RDS as it’s usually known, is a system used by FM radio stations

Using the TunerBASIC63EnSearching for RDS programs (European model only)One of the most useful features of RDS is the ability to search for a particul

Using the Tuner64EnBasics of EON (Enhanced Other Network information)(European model only)When EON is turned on, the receiver jumps to an EON-linked b

Using the TunerBASIC65EnClearing all stations from the RDS or EON search(European model only)The receiver will automatically register an identifying m

Remote Control of Other Components66En1Press the REMOTE SETUP button forthree seconds.The REMOTE SETUP menu appears on the remotedisplay.2PRESET shoul

Remote Control of Other ComponentsBASIC67En6Point the remote control at thecomponent you want set and pressENTER.OK? will appear in the remote control

Remote Control of Other Components68EnProgramming Signals from Other Remote Controls (LEARNING Mode)If preset codes are not available for your compone

Remote Control of Other ComponentsBASIC69Enmemo5While LEARN continues to flash,point the two remote controlstoward each other. Press the buttonon the

PREPARATIONPREPARATIONPREPARATION7EnBefore You StartChecking the Supplied AccessoriesPlease check that you have received all of the following supplied

Remote Control of Other Components70EnUsing Remote Control with Other ComponentsCD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck operations• The follo

Remote Control of Other ComponentsBASIC71EnCable TV/Satellite TV/TVoperations• The following operations are available from the receiver's remote

Remote Control of Other Components72EnSetting up the DIRECT FUNCTIONThe direct function will not be necessary for most users. It is designed in case y

Using Other FunctionsEXPERTBASIC73EnRecording from Audio/Video ComponentsThe following explanations show you how make a recording from one component t

Using Other Functions74EnStereo playback in another room (SECOND ZONE)This setup enables you to listen to a pair of stereo speakers independently of t

Using Other FunctionsEXPERT75EnPHONESSPEAKERSSIGNALSELECTSB CHMODEEONMODECHARACTER/SEARCHHI-BITHI-SAMPLINGSETUPMICDIGITAL INS-VIDEO VIDEOVIDEO INPUTAU

Using Other Functions76EnSetting up and Using the USB Audio ConnectionThe USB Audio Connection feature allows you hook up a PC to this receiver. In th

Using Other FunctionsEXPERT77En• Do not disconnect the USB cable while installing the driv-ers. Also, do not turn off the receiver or disconnect theUS

Using Other Functions78En• You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channels for a single speaker as well. In thiscase plug the ampli

Using Other FunctionsEXPERT79EnOUTINCONTROLOFFS0URCEÎTVMULTI CONTROLSYSTEM RECEIVERDVD/LDTV SATTV CONTVCR1/DVRVCR2 VIDEOMULTIOPERATIONCDDIMMERCD-R/TAP

8EnBefore You StartInstalling the ReceiverOpening the Front PanelTo open the front panel push gently on the lower third of the panelwith your finger.O

Using Other Functions80EnMulti OperationsMulti operations allow you to tell the receiver and your other components to do a number of things with thepu

Using Other FunctionsEXPERT81EnYou don't need to program power on forPIONEER components (except for the firstgeneration of Pioneer DVRs), they w

Using Other Functions82EnSYSTEM OFFThe SYSTEM OFF feature allows you to tell the receiver and your other components to stop and/or turn off withthe pu

Using Other FunctionsEXPERT83EnUsing SYSTEM OFFDo the following to use the SYSTEM OFF function.1Press the SYSTEM OFF button.The remote control must be

Using Other Functions84EnEditing Remote Control Display NamesUse this capability to rename the display on the remote control for different MULTI CONTR

EXPERTUsing Other Functions85EnEditing Button Names (KEY LABEL)Use the KEY LABEL capability to rename the display on the remote control for different

Using Other Functions86EnAdjusting the Light on the Remote ControlThis feature allows you to adjust the brightness of the light on the remote control.

EXPERTUsing Other Functions87EnClearing Remote Control Settings You Have InputThis feature allows you to clear a particular setting, or all of the set

Using Other Functions88EnResetting the Main UnitThe following operations allow you to reset the unit to the default settings.1While holding down the T

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System89EnOther System SettingsThese settings are more advanced. Some could add depth or listenability to your sound (like the

EASY SETUP GUIDE9EnEasy Setup Guide Part1Home Theater: The BasicsMost consumers are used to using stereo equipment to listen to music but many peopl

Fine Tuning Your System90EnTHX CINEMA SetupThis setup lets you choose which decoding method for 2 channel sources the receiver will use for THXCINEMA.

Fine Tuning Your SystemEXPERT91EnAssigning the Digital InputsIf you did not hook up your digital equipment in accordance with the default settings for

Fine Tuning Your System92EnAssigning the Component Video InputsThis receiver has two component video inputs. Their default settings are video inputs f

Fine Tuning Your SystemEXPERT93EnFUNCTION RENAMEUse the FUNCTION RENAME capability to rename the display on the receiver and your OSD for differentfun

Fine Tuning Your System94EnPHONO/LINE SetupThe PHONO/LINE setup allows you to decide whether you'll hook up a turntable or a line level component

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System95EnExpert SetupThe settings here can only be done if you've performed the more basic preliminary setups. Thus, befo

Fine Tuning Your System96EnCROSSOVER NETWORKCrossover frequency is the point where the receiver divides the high and low sounds (the frequencies) betw

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System97EnFINE CHANNEL LEVELThe following steps show you how to balance the sound output level of your speakers more finely tha

Fine Tuning Your System98EnFINE CHANNEL DELAYThe following steps show you how to adjust the delay level of your speakers more finely than in the NORMA

EXPERTFine Tuning Your System99En1Expert[Crossover Network ][Fine Channel Level ][Fine Channel Delay ][Acoustic Cal EQ ][Bass Peak Level