Pioneer VSX-924-S User manual

Operating Instructions
AV Receiver VSX-924-K/-S

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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof
. To prevent a fire or
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower
pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or
moisture.
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WARNING
To
prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation
(at least 40 cm at top, 10 cm at rear
, and 20 cm at each
side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product,
and to protect it from overheating.
To prevent fire
hazard, the openings should never be blocked or
covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet
or a bed.
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CAUTION
The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the
AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make
sure the unit has been installed so that the power
cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in
case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power
cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet
when left unused for a long period of time (for
example, when on vacation).
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CAUTION
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O PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USE
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RTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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WARNING
Store small parts out of the reach of children and
infants. If accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor
immediately.
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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires
repair will be charged for even during the warranty
period.
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light).
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Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean
that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with
general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries,
please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national
legislation.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries,
please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the items.
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
For countries outside the European Union:
If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
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Symbol examples
for batteries
Symbol for
equipment
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Radio wave caution
This unit uses a 2.4 GHz radio wave frequency
, which is
a band used by other wireless systems (Microwave
ovens and Cordless phones, etc.). In this event noise
appears in your television image, there is the possibility
this unit (including products supported by this unit) is
causing signal inte
rference with the antenna input
connector of your televisio
n, video, satellite tuner, etc. In
this event, increase the distance between the antenna
input connector and this unit (including products
supported by this unit).
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Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the
compatible Pioneer product due to communication
error/malfunctions associated with your network
connection and/or your connected equipment. Please
contact your Internet service provider or network
device manufacturer.
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A separate contract with/payment to an Internet
service provider is required to use the Internet.

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instruc-
tions so you will know how to operate your model properly.
Contents
01 Before you start
Features...............................................................................................................................................................................7
Checking what’s in the box................................................................................................................................................9
Installing the receiver.........................................................................................................................................................9
Loading the batteries..........................................................................................................................................................9
Operating range of remote control unit..........................................................................................................................10
02 Controls and displays
Remote control .................................................................................................................................................................12
Display ...............................................................................................................................................................................14
Front panel ........................................................................................................................................................................15
03 Connecting your equipment
Connecting your equipment............................................................................................................................................17
Rear panel .........................................................................................................................................................................17
Determining the speakers’ application ..........................................................................................................................18
Placing the speakers........................................................................................................................................................20
Connecting the speakers.................................................................................................................................................20
Installing your speaker system........................................................................................................................................21
Selecting the Speaker system .........................................................................................................................................22
About the audio connection ............................................................................................................................................22
About the video converter................................................................................................................................................23
About HDMI ......................................................................................................................................................................23
Connecting your TV and playback components ............................................................................................................24
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box ...........................................................................................27
Connecting other audio components.............................................................................................................................28
Connecting additional amplifiers....................................................................................................................................28
Connecting AM/FM antennas.........................................................................................................................................29
MULTI-ZONE setup...........................................................................................................................................................30
Connecting to the network through LAN interface .......................................................................................................32
Connecting an iPod..........................................................................................................................................................32
Connecting a USB device ................................................................................................................................................32
Connecting an MHL-compatible device.........................................................................................................................33
Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input .........................................................................33
Connecting to a wireless LAN .........................................................................................................................................33
Connecting an IR receiver ...............................................................................................................................................34
Plugging in the receiver ...................................................................................................................................................34
04 Basic Setup
How to use the built-in AVNavigator...............................................................................................................................36
Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) .....................................................................37
The Input Setup menu......................................................................................................................................................39
Operation Mode Setup.....................................................................................................................................................40
Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)................................................................................................40
About the Home Menu.....................................................................................................................................................41
05 Basic playback
Playing a source ...............................................................................................................................................................43
Playing an iPod .................................................................................................................................................................44
Playing a USB device .......................................................................................................................................................45
Playing an MHL-compatible device ................................................................................................................................46
Listening to the radio........................................................................................................................................................47
Music playback using Bluetooth wireless technology ..................................................................................................48
06 Listening to your system
Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes....................................................................................52
Selecting MCACC presets ...............................................................................................................................................54
Choosing the input signal................................................................................................................................................54
Better sound using Phase Control..................................................................................................................................54
07 Playback with NETWORK features
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................56
Playback with Network functions....................................................................................................................................57
About network playback...................................................................................................................................................60
About playable file formats..............................................................................................................................................61
08 Control with HDMI function
About the Control with HDMI function...........................................................................................................................63
Making Control with HDMI connections........................................................................................................................63
HDMI Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................63
Before using synchronization..........................................................................................................................................64
About synchronized operations ......................................................................................................................................64
Setting the PQLS function ...............................................................................................................................................64
About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link..............................................................................................64
Cautions on the Control with HDMI function ................................................................................................................65
09 Using other functions
Setting the Audio options ................................................................................................................................................67
Setting the Video options.................................................................................................................................................69
Switching the output (OUTPUT PARAMETER)..............................................................................................................71
Changing the channel level while listening ...................................................................................................................71
Using the MULTI-ZONE controls.....................................................................................................................................72
Network settings from a web browser............................................................................................................................73
Using the sleep timer .......................................................................................................................................................73
Dimming the display ........................................................................................................................................................73
Checking your system settings .......................................................................................................................................73
Resetting the system........................................................................................................................................................74

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10 Controlling the rest of your system
About the Remote Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................76
Operating multiple receivers ...........................................................................................................................................76
Setting the remote to control other components ..........................................................................................................76
Selecting preset codes directly .......................................................................................................................................76
Programming signals from other remote controls .......................................................................................................77
Erasing one of the remote control button settings........................................................................................................77
Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function .............................................................................................78
Using All Zone Standby....................................................................................................................................................78
Setting the switching time of AV amplifier operation mode.........................................................................................78
Resetting the remote control settings ............................................................................................................................78
Controlling components ..................................................................................................................................................79
11 The Advanced MCACC menu
Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu ......................................................................................82
Automatic MCACC (Expert).............................................................................................................................................82
Manual MCACC setup .....................................................................................................................................................84
Checking MCACC Data....................................................................................................................................................86
Data Management............................................................................................................................................................87
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus
Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu...............................................................................................89
Manual speaker setup......................................................................................................................................................89
Network Setup menu .......................................................................................................................................................91
Checking the Network Information.................................................................................................................................92
MHL Setup ........................................................................................................................................................................92
The Other Setup menu.....................................................................................................................................................92
Making network settings using Safari............................................................................................................................95
Using Safari to set a friendly name.................................................................................................................................95
Using Safari to update the firmware...............................................................................................................................96
13 FAQ
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................98
Power.................................................................................................................................................................................98
No sound ...........................................................................................................................................................................98
Other audio problems ......................................................................................................................................................99
BT AUDIO terminal.........................................................................................................................................................100
Video ................................................................................................................................................................................100
Settings............................................................................................................................................................................101
Professional Calibration EQ graphical output.............................................................................................................101
Display .............................................................................................................................................................................101
Remote control ...............................................................................................................................................................102
HDMI................................................................................................................................................................................102
MHL..................................................................................................................................................................................103
Built-in AVNavigator.......................................................................................................................................................103
USB interface..................................................................................................................................................................104
iPod ..................................................................................................................................................................................104
Network ...........................................................................................................................................................................104
Wireless LAN...................................................................................................................................................................106
14 Additional information
Surround sound formats ...............................................................................................................................................108
SABRE DACTM.................................................................................................................................................................108
About HDMI ....................................................................................................................................................................108
HTC Connect...................................................................................................................................................................108
About iPod.......................................................................................................................................................................109
Windows 8.......................................................................................................................................................................109
MHL..................................................................................................................................................................................109
About aptX.......................................................................................................................................................................109
About Bluetooth wireless technology ...........................................................................................................................109
Software license notice..................................................................................................................................................110
Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats............................................................110
Speaker Setting Guide....................................................................................................................................................111
About messages displayed when using network functions.......................................................................................112
Important information regarding the HDMI connection ............................................................................................112
Cleaning the unit ............................................................................................................................................................112
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC................................................................113
Glossary ...........................................................................................................................................................................114
Features index.................................................................................................................................................................116
Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................117
Preset code list................................................................................................................................................................118

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Flow of settings on the receiver
Flow for connecting and setting the receiver
The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used eas-
ily after following the procedure below to make the connections and settings.
Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10
Setting to be made as necessary: 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13
Important
Using Wiring Navi on AVNavigator of this receiver, you can make the initial settings of the receiver on your com-
puter or mobile device. In that case, you can use Wiring Navi to make the same connections or settings that are
performed in Steps 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9. For details of how to use AVNavigator, refer to How to use the built-in
AVNavigator on page 36.
1 Before you start
!Checking what’s in the box on page 9
!Loading the batteries on page 9
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2 Determining the speakers’ application (page 18)
!7.2 channel surround system (Front height)
!7.2 channel surround system (Front wide)
!7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
!5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
!5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)
!5.2 channel surround system & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
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3 Connecting the speakers
!Placing the speakers on page 20
!Connecting the speakers on page 20
!Installing your speaker system on page 21
!Bi-amping your speakers on page 21
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4 Connecting the components
!About the audio connection on page 22
!About the video converter on page 23
!Connecting your TV and playback components on page 24
!Connecting AM/FM antennas on page 29
!Plugging in the receiver on page 34
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5 Power On
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6 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 40)
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7 Using the AVNavigator functions (page 36)
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8 MCACC speaker settings
!Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37
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9 The Input Setup menu (page 39)
(When using connections other than the recommended connections)
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10 Basic playback (page 42)
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11 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired
!Using the various listening modes (page 51)
!Better sound using Phase Control (page 54)
!Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 82)
!Changing the channel level while listening (page 90)
!Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 67)
!Setting the PQLS function (page 64)
!Setting the Audio options (page 67)
!Setting the Video options (page 69)
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12 Other optional adjustments and settings
!Control with HDMI function (page 62)
!The Advanced MCACC menu (page 81)
!The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 88)
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13 Making maximum use of the remote control
!Operating multiple receivers (page 76)
!Setting the remote to control other components (page 76)

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Features............................................................................................................................................7
Checking what’s in the box ............................................................................................................9
Installing the receiver......................................................................................................................9
Loading the batteries ...................................................................................................................... 9
Operating range of remote control unit...................................................................................... 10
Before you start

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Before you start
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Features
Audio
%ESS-24bit-DAC-equipped
All channels are equipped with ESS SABRE Premier Audio DACs. The Jitter Eliminators achieve clearer sound.
%Hi-bit 24 Audio Processing
Creates a wider dynamic range with digital sources like CDs or DVDs. 16- and 20-bit PCM as well as compressed
audio is requantized to 24 bits, and the high frequency component is interpolated upon data processing to enable
smoother, more subtle musical expression.
%Easy setup using Advanced MCACC
The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced fea-
tures of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ.
%Auto Phase Control Plus
For discs created with standards other than Phase Control, the LFE channel is delayed upon recording in the first
place. This function automatically corrects phase shifting on such discs and broadcasts. This function is particu-
larly effective when playing multi-channel music containing low frequency effects (LFE).
%Phase Control
Phase Control effectively eliminates phase lag, which makes the sound lack synchronization, and significantly
improves the multi-channel sound without any extra operation.
%PQLS Bit-stream
Jitterless high quality playback is possible by connecting a PQLS-compatible player with HDMI connections. This
feature is only available when the connected Pioneer Blu-ray Disc Player supports the PQLS function.
Video
%Ultra HD (with 4K/60p video support) - Pass-through and upscaling -
Up to 4K/60p resolution images can be passed through and displayed as such, and the HD (High Definition) or
Full HD images of DVDs, Blu-ray discs and HD broadcasts can be upscaled to a resolution of up to 4K/60p and
displayed. A separate monitor supporting Ultra HD (4K video) is required.
%HDMI (4K60p, 3D, Audio Return Channel)
7 in/2 out (As for 2 out; You can select ‘Dual out’ or ‘HDZONE out’) A compatible component is required to use
the above function.
Network
%Spotify Digital Music-Streaming Service ready
Spotify is a digital music-streaming service that gives you on-demand access to millions of songs. This receiver is
ready for Connect from Spotify, which lets you select songs on your Spotify app to listen to on your audio system.
For service availability in your country check www.spotify.com.
%Compatible with Windows 8.1
This receiver is compatible with Windows 8.1, letting you easily stream music from compatible PCs on your home
network.
%Apple AirPlay
With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to this receiver and play it through your home theater system.
You can even use the receiver to view metadata including song titles, artist’s names as well as the album art on a
connected display. You can easily enjoy your iTunes music in any room in the house.
%DLNA Certified (1.5)
This receiver is a DLNA certified (1.5) device, enabled to work not only as a DMP (Digital Media Player) for playing
DMS (Digital Media Server) audio files, but also as a DMR (Digital Media Renderer) to be controlled remotely by a
device such as a smartphone or PC.
%Internet Radio
By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.
Connectivity
%Easy Network connection with the Wireless LAN converter
With the AS-WL300 wireless LAN converter, you can enjoy using a wireless LAN connection for the AV receivers.
The AS-WL300 works with the power supply from the AV receiver's dedicated USB terminal, so no AC adapter is
required.
%Built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology
This receiver, equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology, lets you enjoy music files on an iPhone or other
Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device wirelessly.
%MHLTM (Mobile High-definition Link)-compatible device playback
An incorporates MHL 2 mobile device can be connected to enjoy 3D videos, full-HD videos, high quality multi-
channel audio, and photos etc., with charge the battery on the receiver.
%HTC Connect
HTC Connect makes it easy to wirelessly stream your favorite music straight from your HTC phone. There’s no
need for a separate app; HTC Connect is built right in your phone’s music player.
%iPod Playback
Your iPod and iPhone can be connected to the receiver’s USB terminal to play the music files on the iPod or
iPhone. Also, the iPod or iPhone is charged when it is connected to the receiver.

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Before you start
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Playback/Processing
%Multi-channel Music File playback
This receiver enables multi-channel music file playback with a resolution of up to 96 kHz/24 bit. Playback of WAV
and FLAC files via the front USB port and network is supported.
%DSD File Music playback (via Network, Front USB and HDMI)
Playback of high sound quality DSD music (DSD files and DSD discs (SACDs)) is supported.
%High Resolution Music Playback
High resolution music files with resolutions of 96 kHz/24 bit to 192 kHz/24 bit can be played. Playback of AIFF,
Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC files via the front USB port and network is supported.
%Gapless Playback
The silent section between tracks is skipped when playing music files, eliminating the interruptions that usually
occur when playing live or concert contents.
This receiver plays back AAC or MP3 format files with a minimum gap even though it is fundamentally impossible
to play back without a gap.
%Virtual Speakers
By turning on the ‘Virtual Surround Back’, ‘Virtual Height’, and ‘Virtual Wide’ modes, it is possible to realize a
maximum of 11.1 channels combining the speakers that are actually installed and the virtual speakers. This
makes for a smoother connection between the sounds and an improved 3D feel.
%dts Neo:X compatible
This receiver supports the latest DTS processing format. The quality of Neo:X, originally designed for 9 channels
or more, can be enjoyed in a 7-channel environment.
%Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible
Adding a pair of speakers above the front left and right speakers adds expressiveness in the vertical direction to
the previous horizontally-oriented sound field. The height channel strengthens the sound field’s sense of three-
dimensionality and air, producing presence and expansion.
Installation
%Built-in AVNavigator
When accessing the receiver from the browser of your smartphone, tablet, Windows PC or Mac, you can use
Wiring Navi, which explains how to connect or Interactive Operation Guide, which visually and intelligibly
explains the operation method.
%iControlAV5 Remote Application
This is an application that allows intuitive operation of many of the receiver’s functions. This application is avail-
able on the App Store for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. You can also get it on Google Play for Android smart-
phones. The application can be downloaded free of charge.
%HDZONE output
This receiver supports output of the HDMI output to a subzone room. Powerful images can be enjoyed simply by
connecting this receiver to a TV supporting 4K/Full-HD/3D. In addition, a multi-channel environment can be cre-
ated by connecting this receiver to another AV receiver in the subzone room.
%ZONE Ready
This receiver is equipped with HDZONE and ZONE 2. HDZONE supports HD audio/video streaming to a separate
room via HDMI. Multi-Zone enables music and movie playback from different sources in three zones at the same
time.
With HDZONE, you can select not only HDMI input but also INTERNET RADIO or iPod/USB and the like.
%Energy Saving Design
This AV receiver has an ecological design. In addition to even lower power consumption in standby, the receiver
is equipped with an ‘eco mode’ for low power consumption when playing contents as well. Furthermore, the eco
mode can easily be set with a dedicated button on the remote control of using iControlAV5.

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Before you start
01
Checking what’s in the box
Please check that you’ve received the following supplied accessories:
!Setup microphone (cable: 5 m)
!Remote control unit
!AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2
!AM loop antenna
!FM wire antenna
!Power cord
!CD-ROM
!Quick start guide
!Safety Brochure
!Warranty sheet
Handling the CD-ROM
Precautions For Use
!This CD-ROM is for use with a personal computer. It cannot be used with a DVD player or music CD player.
Attempting to play this CD-ROM with a DVD player or music CD player can damage speakers or cause
impaired hearing due to the large volume.
License
!Please agree to the “Terms of Use” indicated below before using this CD-ROM. Do not use if you are unwilling
to consent to the terms of its use.
Terms of Use
!Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM belongs to PIONEER HOME ELECTRONICS CORPORATION.
Unauthorized transfer, duplication, broadcast, public transmission, translation, sales, lending or other such
matters that go beyond the scope of “personal use” or “citation” as defined by Copyright Law may be subject to
punitive actions. Permission to use this CD-ROM is granted under license by PIONEER HOME ELECTRONICS
CORPORATION.
General Disclaimer
!PIONEER HOME ELECTRONICS CORPORATION does not guarantee the operation of this CD-ROM with
respect to personal computers using any of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER HOME ELECTRONICS
CORPORATION is not liable for any damages incurred as a result of use of this CD-ROM and is not responsible
for any compensation. The names of private corporations, products and other entities described herein are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective firms.
Installing the receiver
!When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface.
!Don’t install it on the following places:
—on a color TV (the screen may distort)
—near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound.
—in direct sunlight
—in damp or wet areas
—in extremely hot or cold areas
—in places where there is vibration or other movement
—in places that are very dusty
—in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)
!Do not touch this receiver’s bottom panel while the power is on or just after it is turned off. The bottom panel
becomes hot when the power is on (or right after it is turned off) and could cause burns.
Loading the batteries
The batteries included with the unit are to check initial operations; they may not last over a long period. We rec-
ommend using alkaline batteries that have a longer life.
WARNING
!Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a
heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or perfor-
mance of batteries.
CAUTION
Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:
!Never use new and old batteries together.
!Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case.
!When inserting the batteries, make sure not to damage the springs on the battery’s (–) terminals. This can
cause batteries to leak or overheat.
!Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.
!When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public insti-
tution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

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Before you start
01
Operating range of remote control unit
The remote control may not work properly if:
!There are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver’s remote sensor.
!Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor.
!The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays.
!The receiver is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit.
30°
30°
7 m

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Remote control ..............................................................................................................................12
Display............................................................................................................................................14
Front panel..................................................................................................................................... 15
Controls and displays

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Controls and displays
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Remote control
This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.
RECEIVER
D.ACCESS
DIMMER SLEEP
RCU SETUP
MPX
PRESET TUNE
BAND PTY
iPod
TUNER
INPUT
USB ADPTROKU
BT
TV
TV
MHL
CD
OUT P.
DVDBD
ALL ZONE STBY
SOURCE
STANDBY/ON
MAIN
SAT
SUB ZONE CONTROL
SOURCE CONTROL
MUTE
VOLUME
VOL
TOP
MENU
HOME
MENU
TOOLS
MENU
ENTER
RETURN
CLASS
ENTER CLR
CH
CH
2
546
8
0
79
13
AUDIO
DISP
SURRAUTO
CH LV.
ADV
STATUS
AUDIO P. VIDEO P.
Z2 Z3 HDZ
LISTENING MODE
HDMI
NET
ALL
Fav
RECEIVER
1
2
4
3
9
10
11
12
5
6
7
8
13
14
17
15
16
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The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system:
!White – Receiver control, TV control
!Blue – Operation of other devices and each input (TUNER, etc.) (See pages 44, 45, 47, 48 and 79.)
1 uSTANDBY/ON
This switches between standby and on for this receiver.
2 ALL ZONE STBY
Use this button to perform unique operations (page 78).
3 MAIN RECEIVER
Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands).
Switch to perform operations in the main zone.
4 SOURCE CONTROL buttons
Switches the input. Also, switches remote control operation mode for operating other devices or each input
(TUNER, etc.) (page 76).
The input for HDMI , NET and ALL switches each time these buttons are pressed.
5 TV control buttons
These buttons can be used to perform operations on the TV to which the TV INPUT button is assigned. The TV can
be operated with these buttons regardless of the input set for the remote control’s operation mode (page 76).
6 Receiver Control buttons
!STATUS – Displays the IP address and information such as selected/set functions and input signals on the
display (page 73).
!OUT P. (OUTPUT PARAMETER) – Switches the output terminal of the HDMI signal or speaker terminal to be
played (page 71).
!RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.
!CH LV. (CHANNEL LEVEL) – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use k/lto adjust the level (pages
71 and 90).
7 Receiver setting buttons
Press MAIN RECEIVER first to access:
!AUDIO P. (AUDIO PARAMETER) – Use to access the Audio options (page 67).
!VIDEO P. (VIDEO PARAMETER) – Use to access the Video options (page 69).
!HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 39, 40, 63, 82 and 89).
8 i/j/k/l/ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 82) and the Audio or Video
options (page 67 or 69).
9 LISTENING MODE buttons
!AUTO (AUTO SURROUND/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) – Switches between Auto Surround (page 52), Auto
Level Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 53).
!SURR (STANDARD SURROUND) – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes ( Pro Logic,
Neo:X, etc.) (page 52).
!ADV (ADVANCED SURROUND) – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 53).
10 Source device operation button
Operates other devices or each input (TUNER, etc.).
11 DIMMER
Dims or brightens the display (page 73).
12 SLEEP
Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 73).

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13 Remote control LED
Lights when a command is sent from the remote control.
14 SUB ZONE CONTROL buttons
!Z2 (ZONE 2) – Holding down this button (for 1.5 seconds) until the remote control LED flashes one time, the
mode changes to Zone 2 operation.
!Z3 (ZONE 3) – It is not used with this receiver.
!HDZ (HDZONE) – Holding down this button (for 1.5 seconds) until the remote control LED flashes one time,
the mode changes to HDZONE operation.
15 VOLUME +/–
Use to set the listening volume.
To adjust the main zone sound volume, press MAIN RECEIVER first and then press this button. When in the sub
zone, press the SUB ZONE CONTROL button first and then press this button.
16 MUTE
Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).
To mute the main zone sound volume, press MAIN RECEIVER first and then press this button. When in the sub
zone, press the SUB ZONE CONTROL button first and then press this button.
17 RCU SETUP
Used to set the remote control (page 76).

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02
Display
HDMI
DIGITAL
ANALOG
L C R
SL SR
XL XR
XC
LFE
AUTO
DIGITAL PLUS
AUTO SURROUND
STREAM DIRECT
PROLOGIC x
ADV.SURROUND
STANDARD
SP AB SLEEP
DSD PCM
DTS HD ES 96/24
MSTR
S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX
MONO
dB
MULTI-ZONE STEREO TrueHD
TUNED RDS
PQLS ALC AT T
USB
TV
DVD
HDMI
DVR BD
CD TUNER
iPod
[ 2 ][ 3 ][ 4 ]
21 3 108654 1191213 14
19 2016 17 18
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8
7
1 Signal indicators
Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input sig-
nal automatically (page 54).
2 Program format indicators
Light to indicate the channels to which digital signals are being input.
!L/R – Left front/Right front channel
!C– Center channel
!SL/SR – Left surround/Right surround channel
!LFE – Low frequency effects channel (the (( )) indicators light when an LFE signal is being input)
!XL/XR – Two channels other than the ones above
!XC – Either one channel other than the ones above, the mono surround channel or matrix encode flag
3 Digital format indicators
Light when a signal encoded in the corresponding format is detected.
!DIGITAL – Lights with Dolby Digital decoding.
!DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Plus decoding.
!TrueHD – Lights with Dolby TrueHD decoding.
!DTS – Lights with DTS decoding.
!DTS HD – Lights with DTS-HD decoding.
!96/24 – Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding.
!DSD – Lights during playback of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals.
!DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion.
!PCM – Lights during playback of PCM signals.
!MSTR – Lights during playback of DTS-HD Master Audio signals.
4 MULTI-ZONE
Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 72).
5 SOUND
Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features is selected (page 67).
6 PQLS
Lights when the PQLS feature is active (page 64).
7 S.RTRV
Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function is active (page 67).
8 Listening mode indicators
!ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 52).
!AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 52).
!STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 53).
!ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 53).
!STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 52).
9 (PHASE CONTROL)
Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 54).
10 ATT
Lights when the input signal level is lowered to reduce distortion (page 67).
11 Tuner indicators
!TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being received.
!STEREO – Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode.
!MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set using MPX.
!RDS – Lights when an RDS broadcast is received.
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Lights when the sound is muted.
13 Master volume level
Shows the overall volume level.
“---” indicates the minimum level, and “+12dB” indicates the maximum level.
14 Input function indicators
Light to indicate the input function you have selected.
15 Scroll indicators
Light when there are more selectable items when making the various settings.
16 Speaker indicators
Lights to indicate the current speaker system using OUT P. (page 71).
17 SLEEP
Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 73).
18 Matrix decoding format indicators
!PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate Pro Logic II / Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 52).
19 Character display
Displays various system information.
20 Remote control mode indicator
Lights to indicate the receiver’s remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to 1.) (page 93)

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Front panel
MASTER
VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
INPUT
SELECTOR
iPod iPhone
DIRECT
CONTROLSTATUS
ADVANCED
SURROUND
STANDARD
SURROUND
AUTO SURR/ALC/
STREAM DIRECT
PHONES
SPEAKERS CONTROL – MULTI-ZONE – ON / OFF BAND TUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET ENTER
iPod iPhoneHDMI
ADVANCED
MCACCFL OFF
MCACC
SETUP MIC 5V 1 AHDMI 5 INPUT
1 2 5
33
467 8
10 119 12 13 14 1615
1 uSTANDBY/ON
This switches between standby and on for this receiver.
2 INPUT SELECTOR dial
Use to select an input function.
3 Indicators
!ADVANCED MCACC – Lights when EQ is set to ON in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu (page 67).
!FL OFF – Lights when “off” (nothing displayed) is selected with the display’s dimmer adjustment (page 73).
!HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected
(page 24).
!iPod iPhone – Lights to indicate iPod/iPhone is connected (page 32).
4 MULTI-ZONE controls
If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 30) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main
zone (page 72).
5 Character display
See Display on page 14.
6 TUNER controls
!BAND – Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 47).
!TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET k/land ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall
(page 47).
!TUNE i/j– Find radio frequencies (page 47).
!PRESET k/l– Find preset stations (page 47).
7 Remote sensor
Receives the signals from the remote control (page 10).
8 MASTER VOLUME dial
9 PHONES jack
Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.
10 MCACC SETUP MIC jack
Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 37).
11 SPEAKERS
Use to change the speaker terminal (page 71).
12 Listening mode buttons
!AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT – Switches between Auto Surround (page 52), Auto Level Control and
Stream Direct mode (page 53).
!STANDARD SURROUND – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes ( Pro Logic, Neo:X,
Stereo etc.) (page 52).
!ADVANCED SURROUND – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 53).
13 STATUS
Displays the IP address and information such as selected/set functions and the input signal on the display (page
73).
14 iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL
Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 44).
15 iPod/iPhone terminals
Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone as an audio source (page 32), or connect a USB device for audio and
photo playback (page 32).
16 HDMI 5 INPUT terminal
Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 33).

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Connecting your equipment......................................................................................................... 17
Rear panel ......................................................................................................................................17
Determining the speakers’ application........................................................................................18
Placing the speakers......................................................................................................................20
Connecting the speakers............................................................................................................... 20
Installing your speaker system.....................................................................................................21
Selecting the Speaker system.......................................................................................................22
About the audio connection.........................................................................................................22
About the video converter ...........................................................................................................23
About HDMI ...................................................................................................................................23
Connecting your TV and playback components .........................................................................24
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box........................................................27
Connecting other audio components ..........................................................................................28
Connecting additional amplifiers................................................................................................. 28
Connecting AM/FM antennas....................................................................................................... 29
MULTI-ZONE setup ........................................................................................................................ 30
Connecting to the network through LAN interface ................................................................... 32
Connecting an iPod........................................................................................................................32
Connecting a USB device .............................................................................................................. 32
Connecting an MHL-compatible device....................................................................................... 33
Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input ...................................... 33
Connecting to a wireless LAN....................................................................................................... 33
Connecting an IR receiver .............................................................................................................34
Plugging in the receiver ................................................................................................................34
Connecting your equipment

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Connecting your equipment
This receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. This chapter
explains the kinds of components you can connect to make up your home theater system.
CAUTION
!Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the
power outlet. Plugging in should be the final step.
!When making connections, also keep the power cords of the devices being connected unplugged from the
power outlets.
!Depending on the device being connected (amplifier, receiver, etc.), the methods of connection and terminal
names may differ from the explanations in this manual. Also refer to the operating instructions of the respec-
tive devices.
Rear panel
HDMI
A
IN
1
IN
1
IN
(TV)
1
IN
(DVD)
1
-
1 6
FRONT HEIGHT / WIDE /
SURROUND BACK / HDZONE
SURROUNDCENTERFRONT
RLRLRLRL (Single)
B
OUT
IN
IN
2
IN
3
IN
4
IN /MHL
6
(SAT/CBL)
ASSIGNABLE
BD IN
LAN (10/100)
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.6 A MAX
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.9 A MAX
)
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
IR
MONITOR
OUT
SAT/CBL
IN
DVD
IN
P R P B Y
(DVD)
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
VIDEO
ANTENNA AUDIO
FM UNBAL
75
AM LOOP
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
1
2
PRE OUT
L
R
DVD
IN
1
ANALOG
IN
(CD)
ASSIGNABLE
SPEAKERS
L
R
SAT/CBL
IN
L
R
ZONE 2
OUT
OUT 2
(
HDZONE )OUT 1 ( CONTROL )
SELECTABLE
(DVD)
AC IN
Note
The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input
Setup menu on page 39 to change the assignments if other connections are used.
Input function Input Terminals
HDMI Audio Component
BD (BD)
DVD IN 1 COAX-1 IN 1
SAT/CBL IN 2
TV OPT-1
HDMI 3 IN 3
HDMI 4 IN 4
HDMI 5
(front panel) IN 5
HDMI 6/MHL IN 6
CD ANALOG-1

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Determining the speakers’ application
This unit permits you to build various surround systems, in accordance with the number of speakers you have.
!Be sure to connect speakers to the front left and right channels (Land R).
!It is also possible to only connect one of the surround back speakers (SB) or neither.
!If you have two subwoofers, the second subwoofer can be connected to the SUBWOOFER 2 terminal.
Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In this
case, the same sound is output from the two subwoofers.
Choose one from Plans [A] to [E] below.
Important
!The Speaker System setting must be made if you use any of the connections shown below other than [A] (see
Speaker system setting on page 89).
!The speakers from which sound is output can be switched according to the speaker layout/usage pattern
(sound is not necessarily output from all connected speakers). Use the OUT P. button to switch the speakers
from which sound is output. For details, see Switching the speaker terminals on page 71.
[A] 7.2 channel surround system (Front height)
*Default setting
!Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FH)
SL
L
FHL
SW 2
SW
1
C
R
FHR
SR
SBL
SBR
A 7.2 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right
front height speakers (FHL/FHR), the left and right surround speakers (SL/SR), the left and right surround back
speakers (SBL/SBR), and the subwoofers (SW 1/SW 2).
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front height speakers and the surround back
speakers.
This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.
[B] 7.2 channel surround system (Front wide)
!Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)
FWR
FWL
SL
L
R
SR
SBL
SBR
SW 2
SW
1
C
This plan replaces the left and right front height speakers shown in [A] with the left and right front wide speakers
(FWL/FWR).
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front wide speakers and the surround back speakers.
This surround system provides a sound field with good association between the sounds of the different channels.
[C] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
!Speaker System setting: Speaker B
FHL
FHR
SL
L
R
SR
SBL
SBR
L
R
Speaker B
C
SW 1
SW
2
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback of the same sound on the B speakers. The same connections also allow for 7.2-channel surround sound
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[D] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality
surround)
!Speaker System setting: Front Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround sound.
L
R
SL
SR
Front Bi-Amp
SW 1
SW
2
C
[E] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)
!Speaker System setting: ZONE 2
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.)
L
L
R
R
SL
SR
Main zone
Sub zone
ZONE 2
C
SW 1
SW
2
[F] 5.2 channel surround system & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
!Speaker System setting: HDZONE
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback on another component in HDZONE. (The selection of input devices is limited.)
L
L
R
R
SL
SR
Main zone
Sub zone
HDZONE
C
SW 1
SW
2
Other speaker connections
!Your favorite speaker connections can be selected even if you have fewer than 5.2 speakers (except front left/
right speakers).
!When not connecting a subwoofer, connect speakers with low frequency reproduction capabilities to the front
channel. (The subwoofer’s low frequency component is played from the front speakers, so the speakers could
be damaged.)
!After connecting, be sure to conduct the Full Auto MCACC (speaker environment setting) procedure. See
Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37.

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Placing the speakers
Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect.
L
SW
2SW 1
C
FHL
FWL
SL
SBL SBR
SB
SR
FWR
R
FHR
30 30
60 60
60
120 120
!Place the surround speakers at 120º from the center. If you, (1) use the surround back speaker, and, (2) don’t
use the front height speakers / front wide speakers, we recommend placing the surround speaker right beside
you.
!If you intend to connect only one surround back speaker, place it directly behind you.
!Place the left and right front height speakers at least one meter directly above the left and right front speakers.
Some tips for improving sound quality
Where you put your speakers in the room has a big effect on the quality of the sound. The following guidelines
should help you to get the best sound from your system.
!The subwoofer can be placed on the floor. Ideally, the other speakers should be at about ear-level when you’re
listening to them. Putting the speakers on the floor (except the subwoofer), or mounting them very high on a
wall is not recommended.
!For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to 3 m apart, at equal distance from the TV.
!If you’re going to place speakers around your CRT TV, use shielded speakers or place the speakers at a suffi-
cient distance from your CRT TV.
!If you’re using a center speaker, place the front speakers at a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower
angle.
!Place the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV
screen. Also, make sure the center speaker does not cross the line formed by the leading edge of the front left
and right speakers.
!It is best to angle the speakers towards the listening position. The angle depends on the size of the room. Use
less of an angle for bigger rooms.
!Surround and surround back speakers should be positioned 60 cm to 90 cm higher than your ears and tilted
slightly downward. Make sure the speakers don’t face each other. For DVD-Audio, the speakers should be
more directly behind the listener than for home theater playback.
!Try not to place the surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front and center speak-
ers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.
Connecting the speakers
Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Make sure to match
these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves.
This unit supports speakers with a nominal impedance of 6 Wto 16 W.
CAUTION
!These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when con-
necting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated
parts.
!Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any
of the bare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.
Bare wire connections
CAUTION
Make sure that all speakers are securely installed. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk
of damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked over or falling in the event of external shocks such as
earthquakes.
1 Twist exposed wire strands together.
2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.
3 Tighten terminal.
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Notes
!Please refer to the manual that came with your speakers for details on how to connect the other end of the
speaker cables to your speakers.
!Use an RCA cable to connect the subwoofer. It is not possible to connect using speaker cables.
!If you have two subwoofers, the second subwoofer can be connected to the SUBWOOFER 2 terminal.
Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In this
case, the same sound is output from the two subwoofers.