EasyManua.ls Logo

Pioneer Elite SC-97 - User Manual

Pioneer Elite SC-97
171 pages
Print Icon
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
Operating Instructions
AV Receiver
SC-97
SC-99

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Pioneer Elite SC-97 and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

Safety and Operating Precautions

CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

Warning about electric shock and not opening the unit.

General Safety Guidelines

Comprehensive safety guidelines covering usage, installation, cleaning, and servicing.

Electrical Safety Warnings

Warnings about electric shock, water exposure, and the importance of qualified service.

Ventilation and Installation Cautions

Guidance on proper installation for ventilation and avoiding heat sources.

Fire Hazard Warnings

Precautions to prevent fire hazards from naked flames and improper battery use.

User Information and Compliance

User rights, FCC/IC compliance statements, and radiation exposure guidelines.

CAUTION

Advice on using shielded cables and connectors to prevent electromagnetic interference.

WARNING

Warning about storing small parts out of reach of children.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

FCC compliance statement for interference.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Industry Canada compliance statement for interference.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits...

FCC radiation exposure compliance for uncontrolled environments.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits...

IC radiation exposure compliance for uncontrolled environments.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning about chemicals in the product that may cause cancer or birth defects.

01 Before you start

Installing the receiver

Provides guidelines for correctly installing the receiver unit.

03 Connecting your equipment

Connecting your equipment

Introduction to the process of connecting various audio and video components.

Determining the speakers’ application

Guide to selecting speaker configurations based on listening area and desired effects.

Placing the speakers

Guidelines for optimal speaker placement relative to the listening position.

Connecting the speakers

Instructions for connecting speakers using bare wire or banana plugs.

Installing your speaker system

Detailed steps for installing speaker systems, including various surround configurations.

Connecting your TV and playback components

Guide for connecting TVs and playback devices using HDMI and other cables.

Connecting an HDD;DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources

Instructions for connecting video sources like HDD/DVD recorders.

04 Basic Setup

Initial settings of this receiver

Three methods for performing initial setup and configuration of the receiver.

Setting with a special application (Start-up Navi)

Using a smartphone/tablet app for initial setup and network connection.

Perform settings using the AVNavigator built into this receiver

Using AVNavigator software on PC/Mac for connection and initial settings.

Setting network connection

Procedures for establishing a wired or wireless network connection.

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC)

Automatic acoustic calibration process using a microphone for optimal surround sound.

05 Basic playback

06 Listening to your system

07 Playback with NETWORK features

08 Control with HDMI function

09 Using other functions

Resetting the system

Procedure to reset all receiver settings to factory defaults.

10 Controlling the rest of your system

Resetting the remote control settings

Resetting all remote control settings to their factory defaults.

11 The MCACC PRO menu

Making receiver settings from the MCACC PRO menu

Accessing and adjusting advanced MCACC PRO settings.

Automatic MCACC (Expert)

Advanced automatic calibration options for up to six different listening positions.

Manual MCACC setup

Detailed manual adjustments for speaker levels, distances, and EQ.

12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus

Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu

Adjusting speaker, input, and OSD language settings.

13 FAQ

Troubleshooting

Common issues and their solutions for receiver operation and power problems.

Power

Specific troubleshooting steps for power-related issues like no power or auto power-off.

No sound

Solutions for issues related to no sound output, intermittent sound, or noise.

Other audio problems

Troubleshooting steps for various audio issues, including speaker switching sounds and low subwoofer output.

BT AUDIO

Solutions for problems connecting or operating Bluetooth devices.

Video

Troubleshooting steps for video output issues like no image or distorted picture.

Remote control

Solutions for issues where the remote control is not working or other components are not controllable.

HDMI

Troubleshooting steps for HDMI connection issues, including blinking indicators and interrupted signals.

MHL

Issues related to MHL device operation and power supply.

Built-in AVNavigator

Problems with AVNavigator interaction, browser display, and security warnings.

USB interface

Issues with USB device recognition, file display, and copyrighted content playback.

iPod

Problems with iPod recognition, operation, and remote control functionality.

Network

Issues with network access, PC connection, and wireless LAN configuration.

USB-DAC

Problems with USB-DAC connection, audio output, and file playback.

Wireless LAN

Issues with wireless LAN network access, IP address mismatch, and SSID concealment.

Warranty

Pioneer Elite SC-97 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels9.2
HDMI Inputs8
HDMI Outputs2
HDMI Version2.0
HDCP Version2.2
Video Upscaling4K
HDR SupportYes
Network FeaturesEthernet, Wi-Fi
Multi-room AudioZone 2, Zone 3
AirPlayYes
Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
Phono InputYes
USB Input1
Amplifier ClassClass D3
THX CertifiedTHX Select2 Plus
Streaming ServicesSpotify, Deezer
Digital Inputs2 Coaxial
DSD PlaybackYes
MCACCYes (Pro)

Related product manuals