2. IMPORTANT
CAUTION 1) Read these instructions. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK the manufacturer.
2) Keep these instructions.
DO NOT OPEN
3) Heed all warnings. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral 4) Follow all instructions. table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC triangle is intended to alert the user to the 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR presence of important operating and when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
enclosure that may be of sufficient INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED literature accompanying the appliance. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in avoid injury from tip-over.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric SERVICE PERSONNEL. accordance with the manufacturer’s
shock to persons. instructions.
D3-4-2-1-1_A1_En 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
WARNING WARNING
heat.
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower D3-4-2-1-7a_A1_En
blades with one wider than the other. A or when unused for long periods of time.
pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or
grounding type plug has two blades and a third 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
moisture.
Operating Environment grounding prong. The wide blade or the third Servicing is required when the apparatus has
D3-4-2-1-3_A1_En
Operating environment temperature and humidity: prong are provided for your safety. If the provided been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
WARNING electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
(cooling vents not blocked)
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
section carefully. pinched particularly at plugs, convenience does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
The voltage of the available power supply differs receptacles, and the point where they exit from
strong artificial light)
according to country or region. Be sure that the D3-4-2-1-7c*_A1_En the apparatus. D3-7-13-69_En
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel. If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
D3-4-2-1-4*_A1_En outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed NOTE:
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
VENTILATION CAUTION mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space this unit should be performed only by qualified residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
(at least 40 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 20 cm at each cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
side). sure it is properly disposed of after removal. harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
The equipment should be disconnected by removing the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
WARNING the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for for a long period of time (for example, when on — Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, vacation). — Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire D3-4-2-2-1a_A1_En — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
hazard, the openings should never be blocked or D8-10-1-2_A1_En
covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet CAUTION
or a bed. The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not Caution WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or
D3-4-2-1-7b*_A1_En completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. To prevent fire hazard, the Class 2 Wiring Cable cords associated with accessories sold with the
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect should be used for connection with speaker, and product may expose you to chemicals listed on
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the should be routed away from hazards to avoid damage proposition 65 known to the State of California and
AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make to the insulation of the cable. other governmental entities to cause cancer and
sure the unit has been installed so that the power D3-7-13-67*_A1_En birth defect or other reproductive harm.
cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in
case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power D36-P5_B1_En
cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet Information to User
when left unused for a long period of time (for Alterations or modifications carried out without
example, when on vacation). appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s
D3-4-2-2-2a*_A1_En right to operate the equipment.
D8-10-2_A1_En
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3. IMPORTANT NOTICE The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands
THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER OF Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a
THIS EQUIPMENT ARE ON THE REAR OR BOTTOM. safe level – a level that lets the sound come through
RECORD THESE NUMBERS ON YOUR ENCLOSED clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most
WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing
D36-AP9-1_A1_En “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound, so
what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting
CAUTION your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded adapts.
cables and connectors are used to connect the unit
to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic
ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:
• Set your volume control at a low setting.
interference with electric appliances such as radios
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it
and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors
comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
for connections.
D8-10-3a_A1_En • Once you have established a comfortable sound
level, set the dial and leave it there.
This product is for general household purposes. Any
BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
failure due to use for other than household purposes GUIDELINES:
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a • Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires hear what’s around you.
repair will be charged for even during the warranty • Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in
period. potentially hazardous situations.
K041_A1_En • Do not use headphones while operating a motorized
vehicle; the use of headphones may create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in many areas.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with S001a_A1_En
Canadian ICES-003.
D8-10-1-3_A1_En
CAUTION:
HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.
The top surface over the internal
heatsink may become hot when
operating this product continuously.
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4. Thank you for buying this Pioneer Connecting additional amplifiers................ 20 07 Playback with HOME MEDIA Direct function .............................................. 57
Connecting AM/FM antennas ..................... 21 GALLERY inputs Setting the backlight mode ......................... 58
product. Please read through these
MULTI-ZONE setup ....................................... 21 Enjoying the Home Media Gallery............... 41 Multi Operation and System Off.................. 58
operating instructions so you will Connecting a SiriusConnect Tuner............. 22 Resetting the remote control settings ........ 59
Features of Home Media Gallery ................. 41
know how to operate your model Connecting to the network through Introduction................................................... 41 Controlling components .............................. 59
properly. After you have finished read- LAN interface ................................................ 22 Playback with Home Media Gallery ............ 42
Connecting optional Bluetooth 11 The Advanced MCACC menu
ing the instructions, put them away Advanced operations for Internet radio ...... 43
ADAPTER ...................................................... 22 Checking about the Accounts ..................... 43 Making receiver settings from the
in a safe place for future reference. Connecting an iPod ...................................... 23 About network playback............................... 44 Advanced MCACC menu ............................. 62
Connecting a USB device ............................ 23 About playable file formats .......................... 45 Automatic MCACC (Expert) ......................... 62
Contents Connecting an HDMI-equipped
component to the front panel input ............ 23
Manual MCACC setup ................................. 64
Checking MCACC Data................................ 66
08 Control with HDMI function
Connecting to a wireless LAN ..................... 23 Data Management........................................ 67
01 Before you start About the Control with HDMI function....... 47
Connecting an IR receiver ........................... 23
Our philosophy................................................ 6 Making Control with HDMI connections.... 47
Operating other Pioneer components
Features ........................................................... 6 HDMI Setup................................................... 47 12 The System Setup and Other
with this unit’s sensor .................................. 24
Checking what’s in the box ............................ 6 Switching components on and off
Before using synchronization...................... 48 Setup menus
Installing the receiver ..................................... 6 About synchronized operations .................. 48 Making receiver settings from the
using the 12 volt trigger................................ 24
Loading the batteries...................................... 6 Setting the PQLS function ........................... 48 System Setup menu ..................................... 69
Plugging in the receiver ............................... 25
Operating range of remote control unit........ 7 Cautions on the Control with HDMI Manual speaker setup.................................. 69
About using AVNavigator (included function ......................................................... 49 Network Setup menu ................................... 71
04 Basic Setup Checking the Network Information............. 73
CD-ROM) ......................................................... 7
Switching the speaker impedance ............. 26
09 Using other functions The Other Setup menu ................................. 73
Changing the OSD display language
02 Controls and displays Setting the Audio options ............................ 50
(OSD Language) ........................................... 26
Remote control ............................................... 8 Automatically conducting optimum
Setting the Video options ............................. 52 13 Additional information
Display ............................................................. 9 Switching the speaker terminals ................ 53 Troubleshooting 1 ......................................... 76
sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) ............... 26
Front panel .................................................... 10 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls ................. 53 Troubleshooting 2 ......................................... 82
The Input Setup menu.................................. 28
Making an audio or a video recording ........ 54 Troubleshooting of wireless LAN ................ 85
Operation Mode Setup ................................. 28
Reducing the level of an analog signal....... 54 About status messages ............................... 86
03 Connecting your equipment
Using the sleep timer ................................... 54 Speaker Setting Guide.................................. 86
Connecting your equipment ........................ 11 05 Basic playback Dimming the display .................................... 54 Important information regarding the
Rear panel ..................................................... 11 Playing a source ........................................... 30 Switching the HDMI output ......................... 54 HDMI connection ......................................... 87
Determining the speakers’ application ...... 12 Playing an iPod ............................................. 30 Checking your system settings ................... 55 Cleaning the unit .......................................... 87
Placing the speakers .................................... 13 Playing a USB device ................................... 31 Resetting the system .................................... 55 Surround sound formats ............................. 88
Connecting the speakers ............................. 13 Listening to the radio.................................... 33
Installing your speaker system .................... 14 About THX ..................................................... 88
Listening to Satellite Radio .......................... 33
Selecting the Speaker system ..................... 15 10 Controlling the rest of your system About iPod..................................................... 89
Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless About SIRIUS ................................................ 89
About the audio connection ........................ 16 About the Remote Setup menu................... 56
Enjoyment of Music...................................... 35 About FLAC ................................................... 89
About the video converter ............................ 16 Operating multiple receivers ....................... 56
About HDMI .................................................. 16 Setting the remote to control other Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct
06 Listening to your system components .................................................. 56 with different input signal formats .............. 90
Connecting your TV and playback
Enjoying various types of playback Selecting preset codes directly ................... 56 Glossary ......................................................... 91
components .................................................. 17
using the listening modes ........................... 37 Programming signals from other Features index ............................................... 94
Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD
Selecting MCACC presets ........................... 39 remote controls............................................. 57 Specifications ............................................... 95
recorder and other video sources ............... 19
Choosing the input signal ............................ 39 Erasing one of the remote control Preset code list.............................................. 96
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or
Better sound using Phase Control.............. 39 button settings .............................................. 57
other set-top box ........................................... 19
Better sound using Phase Control and Erasing all learnt settings that are in
Connecting other audio components......... 20
Full Band Phase Control .............................. 39 one input function ........................................ 57
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5. Flow of settings on the receiver 7 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 26)
j
8 MCACC speaker settings
! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 26
Flow for connecting and setting the receiver j
The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can
9 The Input Setup menu (page 28)
be used easily after following the procedure below to make the connections and settings.
(When using connections other than the recommended connections)
Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10
j
Setting to be made as necessary: 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14
10 Basic playback (page 30)
j
Important
The receiver’s initial settings can be made on the computer using Wiring Navi on the AVNavigator 11 Switching the HDMI output (page 54)
CD-ROM included with the receiver. In this case, virtually the same connections and settings as VSX-53 only
in steps 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9 can be made interactively. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see j
About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) on page 7 . 12 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired
1 Before you start ! Using the various listening modes (page 37)
! Checking what’s in the box on page 6 ! Better sound using Phase Control (page 39)
! Loading the batteries on page 6 ! Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control (VSX-53 only) (page 39)
j ! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 62)
! Changing the channel level while listening (page 70)
2 Determining the speakers’ application (page 12) ! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or
! 7.2 channel surround system (Front height) Dialog Enhancement (page 50)
! 7.2 channel surround system (Front wide) ! Setting the PQLS function (page 48)
! 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection ! Setting the Audio options (page 50)
! 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) ! Setting the Video options (page 52)
! 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) j
j
13 Other optional adjustments and settings
3 Connecting the speakers ! Control with HDMI function (page 47)
! Placing the speakers on page 13 ! The Advanced MCACC menu (page 62)
! Connecting the speakers on page 13 ! The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 69)
! Installing your speaker system on page 14 j
! Bi-amping your speakers on page 15
j 14 Making maximum use of the remote control
! Operating multiple receivers (page 56)
4 Connecting the components ! Setting the remote to control other components (page 56)
! About the audio connection on page 16
! About the video converter on page 16
! Connecting your TV and playback components on page 17
! Connecting AM/FM antennas on page 21
! Plugging in the receiver on page 25
j
5 Switching the speaker impedance (page 26)
(Only if the impedance of the connected speakers is 6 W to 8 W)
j
6 Power On
j
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6. 01 Before you start
Before you start % Bluetooth compatible
Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or
— in direct sunlight
— in damp or wet areas
AS-BT200) lets you enjoy music files on an — in extremely hot or cold areas
iPhone or other Bluetooth wireless technology — in places where there is vibration or other
% AVNavigator movement
Our philosophy The CD-ROM (AVNavigator) included with this
device wirelessly.
% Auto Sound Retriever — in places that are very dusty
Pioneer is dedicated to making your home unit provides a variety of functions, such as
The Auto Sound Retriever feature employs — in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as
theater listening experience as close as pos- Wiring Navi with a guide for connecting the
DSP technology to restore sound pressure a kitchen)
sible to the vision of the moviemakers and mas- unit and setting up from the computer and an
and smooth jagged artifacts left over after ! Do not touch this receiver’s bottom panel
tering engineer when they created the original Interactive Manual for operating the unit while
compression. while the power is on or just after it is turned
soundtrack. We do this by focusing on three reading the manual. off. The bottom panel becomes hot when the
important steps: % Easy setup using Advanced MCACC
% PQLS power is on (or right after it is turned off) and
1 Designing with carefully selected Jitterless high quality playback is possible by The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but could cause burns.
components so as to transmit the original connecting a PQLS-compatible player with accurate surround sound setup, which includes
soundtrack accurately HDMI connections. the advanced features of Professional Acoustic
Calibration EQ. Loading the batteries
2 Allowing for customized acoustic % iPod playback
calibration according to any listening area Your iPod can be connected to the receiver’s The batteries included with the unit are to check
3 Tuning that transmits soul USB terminal to play the music/video files on Checking what’s in the box initial operations; they may not last over a long
the iPod. period. We recommend using alkaline batteries
Please check that you’ve received the following that have a longer life.
Also, the iPod is charged when it is connected
supplied accessories:
Features to the receiver.
! Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.))
% Advanced Direct Energy design ! Remote control unit
% HDMI (3D, Audio Return Channel)
This receiver offers a new advancement in dis- ! AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm
A compatible component is required to use the
crete design unique to Pioneer for high-power system operation) x2
above function.
drivability, low distortion and stable imaging. ! AM loop antenna
% HOME MEDIA GALLERY
% Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible ! FM wire antenna
This receiver can play back contents stored
Adding a pair of speakers above the front left ! iPod cable WARNING
on your computer when your computer is con-
and right speakers adds expressiveness in the ! Power cord ! Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight
nected to the LAN terminal of this receiver.
vertical direction to the previous horizontally- ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) or other excessively hot place, such as inside a
% About operation of the receiver with a oriented sound field. The height channel ! Warranty card car or near a heater. This can cause batteries
mobile terminal (iPod, iPhone, etc.) strengthens the sound field’s sense of three- ! These operating instructions to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It
The receiver can be controlled from the mobile dimensionality and air, producing presence and can also reduce the life or performance of
terminal by installing a special application on expansion. batteries.
the mobile terminal. For details, see the product
% Internet Radio Installing the receiver
information on the Pioneer website. ! When installing this unit, make sure to put it CAUTION
By connecting this receiver to the network via
This special application may be changed or on a level and stable surface. Incorrect use of batteries may result in such
the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet
discontinued without notice. ! Don’t install it on the following places: hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the
radio stations.
% Remote operation on an iPod touch/ — on a color TV (the screen may distort) following precautions:
% SIRIUS Ready
iPhone/iPad — near a cassette deck (or close to a device that ! Never use new and old batteries together.
With the SIRIUS Radio terminal, you’ll be up
Operation via LAN is possible from an iPod gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere ! Insert the plus and minus sides of the
and running in no time.
touch, iPhone or iPad by downloading a with the sound. batteries properly according to the marks in
Pioneer original application (iControlAV2) from the battery case.
the iTunes Store.
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7. Before you start 01
! Batteries with the same shape may have instructions on the screen to make the connec- this CD-ROM with a DVD player or music Wiring Navi only starts up automatically the
different voltages. Do not use different tions and settings. CD player can damage speakers or cause first time AVNavigator is launched.
batteries together. There are also other features enabling easy use impaired hearing due to the large volume. 2 Select and use the desired function.
! When disposing of used batteries, please of various functions, including an Interactive License AVNavigator includes the following functions:
comply with governmental regulations or Manual that operates in association with the ! Please agree to the “Terms of Use” indicated ! Wiring Navi – Guides you through
environmental public instruction’s rules that receiver, updating of various types of software, below before using this CD-ROM. Do not use if connections and initial settings in dialog
apply in your country or area. and MCACC Application that lets you check the you are unwilling to consent to the terms of its fashion. High precision initial settings can be
MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs. use. made easily.
Also agree to the “License Agreement” ! Interactive Manual – Automatically displays
Operating range of remote Installing AVNavigator displayed when installing AVNavigator. the pages explaining the functions that have
control unit Terms of Use been operated on the receiver. It is also
1 Load the included AVNavigator
The remote control may not work properly if: ! Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM possible to operate the receiver from the
CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive. Interactive Manual.
! There are obstacles between the remote belongs to PIONEER CORPORATION.
! The installation screen is displayed. Proceed
control and the receiver’s remote sensor. Unauthorized transfer, duplication, broadcast, ! Glossary – Displays glossary pages.
to step 2.
! Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining public transmission, translation, sales, ! MCACC Appli – Displays Advanced
! If the installation screen does not appear,
onto the remote sensor. lending or other such matters that go beyond MCACC measurement results vividly on the
double-click on the CD-ROM icon then start
! The receiver is located near a device that is the scope of “personal use” or “citation” as computer.
the installer (AVNV_XXX_xxx.exe).
emitting infrared rays. defined by Copyright Law may be subject There are special operating instructions
! The receiver is operated simultaneously with 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to punitive actions. Permission to use this for MCACC Application. These instructions
another infrared remote control unit. to install. CD-ROM is granted under license by PIONEER are included in the AVNavigator
When “Finish” is selected, installation is CORPORATION. Interactive Manual’s menus. Refer to them
completed. when using MCACC Application.
General Disclaimer ! Software Update – Allows various types of
3 Remove the included AVNavigator ! PIONEER CORPORATION does not
CD-ROM from the computer’s CD drive. software to be updated.
guarantee the operation of this CD-ROM with ! Settings – Used to make various
respect to personal computers using any AVNavigator settings.
Handling the CD-ROM of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER ! Detection – Used to detect the receiver.
Operating Environment CORPORATION is not liable for any damages
30°
30° ! This CD-ROM can be used with Microsoft® incurred as a result of use of this CD-ROM
and is not responsible for any compensation. Note
Windows® XP/Vista/7.
The names of private corporations, products To use the AVNavigator of another model, first
! A browser is at times used for AVNavigator
and other entities described herein are the uninstall (delete) this receiver’s AVNavigator,
7 m (23 ft.) functions. The supported browser is Microsoft
registered trademarks or trademarks of their then install the AVNavigator of the other model.
Internet Explorer 6, 7 and 8. With other
browsers, some functions may be limited or respective firms.
Deleting the AVNavigator
the display may not appear properly.
About using AVNavigator Also, even with a supported browser, Using AVNavigator You can use the following method to uninstall
(included CD-ROM) depending on the browser’s settings, some (delete) the AVNavigator from your PC.
functions may be limited and the display may 1 Click [AVNavigator] on the desktop to
The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains % Delete from the Control Panel of the
not appear properly. launch AVNavigator.
Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the PC.
AVNavigator is launched and Wiring Navi
receiver’s connections and initial settings in Precautions For Use From the Start menu, click “Program”
starts up. The language selection screen
dialog fashion. High precision initial settings ! This CD-ROM is for use with a personal d “PIONEER CORPORATION” d
appears. Follow the instructions on the screen
can be completed easily simply by following the computer. It cannot be used with a DVD “AVNavigator(VSX-53 or VSX-52)” d “Uninstall”.
to make the connections and automatic
player or music CD player. Attempting to play settings.
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8. 02 Controls and displays
Controls and displays 8 i/j/k/l/ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your
! A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an
analog input signal to prevent distortion
surround sound system (see page 62) and the (page 54).
Audio or Video options (page 50 or 52). ! DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display
The remote has been conveniently color-coded (page 54).
Remote control according to component control using the follow- 9 Receiver Control buttons
This section explains how to operate the remote ing system: Press first to access: 10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons
control for the receiver. ! White – Receiver control, TV control ! AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and
! Blue – Other controls (See pages 30, 31, 33, 35 Auto Surround (page 37), Auto Level Control, ZONE 3 (page 53).
RECEIVER MULTI
OPERATION
SOURCE
and 59.) Optimum Surround mode and Stream Direct ZONE 3 function is only provided on the VSX-53.
1 mode (page 38). ZONE 3 button cannot be used on the VSX-52.
2,3
RCU SETUP
11 1 u RECEIVER
BDR ! STEREO – Press to select stereo playback 11 Remote control LED
BD DVD DVR HDMI This switches between standby and on for this mode (page 37).
SAT
receiver. Lights when a command is sent from the
4 TV CD HMG ADPT
! STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding remote control.
USB
iPod TUNER SIRIUS
OPTION
12 2 MULTI OPERATION and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic,
INPUT SELECT TV CTRL RECEIVER Use this button to perform multi operations Neo:6, etc.) (page 37).
12 OPTION
13 (page 58). ! ADV SURR – Use to switch between the
The preset codes of desired devices can be
5 MASTER
registered in the remote control and button
INPUT VOLUME
3 RCU SETUP various surround modes (page 38).
operations can be registered using the learning
TV CONTROL
14 Use to input the preset code when making ! THX – Press to select a Home THX listening
6 mode (page 38).
mode.
CH VOL MUTE remote control settings and to set the remote
15 control mode (page 56). ! PHASE CTRL – Press to switch on/off Phase 13
AUDIO
PARAMETER
VIDEO
PARAMETER Control (page 39). Switches the remote to control the receiver
7 LIST TUNE TOOLS 4 Input function buttons On the VSX-53, Full Band Phase Control can (used to select the white commands).
TOP MENU T.EDIT
Press to select control of other components Switch to perform operations in the main zone.
8
BAND GUIDE
also be switched (page 39).
(page 56). Also use this button to set up surround sound.
PRESET ENTER PRESET
! STATUS – Press to check selected receiver
Use INPUT SELECT c/ d to select the input
CATEGORY RETURN settings (page 55). 14 MASTER VOLUME +/–
function (page 30).
HOME
MENU TUNE ! PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting Use to set the listening volume.
iPod CTRL
AUTO / ALC / PGM MEMORY MENU 5 TV CTRL (page 48).
DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR
Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer 15 MUTE
HDD DVD
! HDMI OUT – Switch the HDMI output
THX PHASE CTRL STATUS
when controlling the TV (page 56). Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has
terminal (page 54).
been muted (adjusting the volume also restores
TV / DTV MPX PQLS
6 TV CONTROL buttons This function is only provided on the VSX-53.
9 the sound).
HDMI OUT AUDIO
These buttons are dedicated to control the TV It cannot be used on the VSX-52.
1 2 3
SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO assigned to the TV CTRL button. ! SIGNAL SEL – Use to select an input signal 16 LIGHT
4 5 6 DISP (page 39). Press to turn on/off the illumination for the
7 Receiver setting buttons
! MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC buttons.
CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER
7 8 9
Press first to access:
D.ACCESS CLASS CH
presets (page 39). The way the buttons light can be selected from
/ CLR 0 ENTER
! AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the
! SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep four modes (page 58).
10
ZONE 2 ZONE 3 LIGHT
Audio options (page 50).
mode and select the amount of time before
! VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the
sleep (page 54).
Video options (page 52).
! CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a
! HOME MENU – Use to access the Home
RECEIVER channel, then use k/l to adjust the level
Menu (pages 26, 28, 47, 62 and 69).
(page 70).
! RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the
current menu screen.
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7 (PHASE CONTROL) 17 Matrix decoding format indicators
Display Lights when the Phase Control (page 39) or Full ! 2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2
Band Phase Control (page 39) is switched on. Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Full Band Phase Control is only apply to the 37).
AUTO L C R 2DIGITAL PLUS DSD PCM FULL BAND TUNED VSX-53. ! Neo:6 – When one of the Neo:6 modes of the
2TrueHD MULTI-ZONE PQLS ALC ATT STEREO
HDMI SL SR DTS HD ES 96/24 S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX OVER MONO dB
receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6
DIGITAL XL XC XR 8 Analog signal indicators processing (page 37).
ANALOG LFE MSTR CD TUNER SIRIUS DVD TV VIDEO HMG USB Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog
AUTO SURROUND iPod BD DVR HDMI [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ]
signal (page 54). 18 S.RTRV
STREAM DIRECT
2PROLOGIC x Neo:6 Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function
THX ADV.SURROUND
STANDARD
9 SOUND is active (page 50).
SP AB SLEEP Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog
6 15 16 17 18 19 20 Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features 19 Character display
is selected (page 50). Displays various system information.
1 Signal indicators ! 96/24 – Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding. 10 Tuner indicators 20 Remote control mode indicator
Light to indicate the currently selected input ! DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream ! TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being Lights to indicate the receiver’s remote control
signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to Digital) to PCM conversion with SACDs. received. mode setting. (Not displayed when set to 1.)
select the input signal automatically (page 39). ! PCM – Lights during playback of PCM ! STEREO – Lights when a stereo FM (page 74)
2 Program format indicators signals. broadcast is being received in auto stereo
Light to indicate the channels to which digital ! MSTR – Lights during playback of DTS-HD mode.
signals are being input. Master Audio signals. ! MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set
! L/R – Left front/Right front channel 4 MULTI-ZONE using MPX.
! C – Center channel Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active 11
! SL/SR – Left surround/Right surround (page 53). Lights when the sound is muted.
channel 5 FULL BAND
! LFE – Low frequency effects channel (the (( )) 12 Master volume level
VSX-53 only: Lights when the Full Band Phase Shows the overall volume level.
indicators light when an LFE signal is being Control is switched on (page 39).
input) “---” indicates the minimum level, and “+12dB”
! XL/XR – Two channels other than the ones 6 Listening mode indicators indicates the maximum level.
above ! AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto 13 Input function indicators
! XC – Either one channel other than the ones Surround feature is switched on (page 37). Light to indicate the input function you have
above, the mono surround channel or matrix ! ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level selected.
encode flag control) mode is selected (page 37).
! STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure 14 Scroll indicators
3 Digital format indicators Direct is selected (page 38). Light when there are more selectable items
Light when a signal encoded in the correspond- ! ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of when making the various settings.
ing format is detected. the Advanced Surround modes has been 15 Speaker indicators
! 2 DIGITAL – Lights with Dolby Digital selected (page 38). Lights to indicate the current speaker system
decoding. ! STANDARD – Lights when one of the using SPEAKERS (page 53).
! 2 DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Standard Surround modes is switched on 16 SLEEP
Plus decoding. (page 37). Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page
! 2 TrueHD – Lights with Dolby TrueHD ! THX – Lights when one of the Home THX 54).
decoding. modes is selected (page 38).
! DTS – Lights with DTS decoding.
! DTS HD – Lights with DTS-HD decoding.
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5 Remote sensor ! STANDARD SURROUND – Press for
Front panel Receives the signals from the remote control Standard decoding and to switch various
(page 7). modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, Stereo etc.)
1 2 3 4 3 5 6 (page 37).
6 MASTER VOLUME dial
! ADVANCED SURROUND – Use to switch
7 Front panel controls between the various surround modes (page
To access the front panel controls, catch the 38).
sides of the door with your fingers and pull ! HOME THX – Press to select a Home THX
ADVANCED
MCACC FL OFF HDMI iPod iPhone iPad
forward. listening mode (page 38).
15 HOME MENU
Use to access the Home Menu (page 26, 28, 47,
INPUT MASTER
62 and 69).
SELECTOR VOLUME
INPU
SELET
CTOR
STAN
DBY
16 RETURN
Press to confirm and exit the current menu
/ON
STANDBY/ON
screen.
MAST
VOLU ER
ME
17 TUNER controls
! BAND – Switches between AM and FM radio
bands (page 33).
8 AUDIO PARAMETER ! TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Use to access the Audio options (page 50). k/l and ENTER to memorize and name
9 i/j/k/l (TUNE/PRESET) /ENTER stations for recall (page 33).
AUDIO VIDEO
PARAMETER PARAMETER MULTI-ZONE iPod iPhone iPad AUTO SURR/ALC/ ADVANCED STANDARD
TUNE SPEAKERS CONTROL ON/OFF DIRECT CONTROL STREAM DIRECT SURROUND SURROUND HOME THX
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your 18 PHONES jack
Home Menu. Use TUNE i/j to find radio fre- Use to connect headphones. When the head-
7 PRESET
ENTER
PRESET
BAND
quencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset phones are connected, there is no sound output
PHONES MCACC
5V
USB
2.1 A
HDMI 3 INPUT
stations (page 33). from the speakers.
TUNER EDIT SETUP MIC
10 VIDEO PARAMETER
HOME MENU RETURN
19 MCACC SETUP MIC jack
TUNE
iPod iPhone iPad Use to access the Video options (page 52). Use to connect the supplied microphone (page
11 SPEAKERS 26).
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Use to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals
12 MULTI-ZONE controls Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad as
1 u STANDBY/ON ! FL OFF – Lights when “off” (nothing an audio and video source (page 23), or con-
If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (page
This switches between standby and on for this displayed) is selected with the display’s nect a USB device for audio and photo playback
21) use these controls to control the sub zone
receiver. dimmer adjustment (page 54). (page 23).
from the main zone (page 53).
2 INPUT SELECTOR dial ! HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-
13 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL 21 HDMI input connector
Use to select an input function. equipped component; lights when the
Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and Use for connection to a compatible HDMI
component is connected (page 17).
3 Indicators enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 31). device (Video camera, etc.) (page 23).
! iPod iPhone iPad – Lights to indicate iPod/
! ADVANCED MCACC – Lights when EQ is iPhone/iPad is connected (page 23). 14 Listening mode buttons
set to ON in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu
4 Character display ! AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT –
(page 50).
See Display on page 9 . Switches between Auto Surround (page 37),
Auto Level Control, Optimum Surround mode
and Stream Direct mode (page 38).
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