Pioneer SC-85 User Manual

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Dolby Atmos-enabled Speakers Setup Instructions for
Elite Models SC-85, SC-87, and SC-89
Use this procedure to setup Dolby Atmos-enabled Speakers and update the A/V receiver’s firmware using a
USB storage device. If you have any difficulty carrying out these instructions, please call Pioneer’s Customer
Support Center toll free in the USA at 1-844-679-5350 for assistance.
The first step is to confirm the AVR’s firmware version is 1-290-008-518-121 or newer.
The buttons and connector mentioned in the following procedures are located on the Remote Control or the
AVR’s Front Panel as shown in Figure 1.
Check the Firmware Version
1. Turn on the receiver by pressing the
STANDBY/ON button.
2. If using the Remote, press the MAIN button.
3. Press the HOME MENU button and using the
or button, Select “4. System Setup” and
press the ENTER button.
4. Using the or button, Select “g. Other Setup”
and press the ENTER button.
Remote
AVR Front Panel
Figure 1

Pioneer SC-85 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	SC-85
Category	Speakers
Language	English

Summary

Firmware Check and Update

Check Firmware Version

Procedure to verify the current firmware version on the AVR by navigating through the system setup menu.

Firmware Update Requirements

Lists the necessary items, such as a USB storage device, and the location to download firmware files.

Firmware Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for updating the AVR's firmware using a USB storage device, including important cautions.

Dolby Atmos Speaker Placement and Requirements

Room Requirements for Dolby Atmos

Specifies ideal ceiling characteristics and surface conditions for optimal Dolby Atmos audio reflection.

Equipment Requirements for Dolby Atmos

Lists the necessary compatible receiver/processor and encoded content for experiencing Dolby Atmos.

A/V Receiver Connections

Speaker Connections to AVR

Diagrams and instructions for connecting the Dolby Atmos speakers to the appropriate AVR terminals.

TV and Blu-ray Player Connections

Guide for connecting external audio and video sources, such as a TV and Blu-ray player, to the AVR.

AVR Speaker Setup and Calibration

AVR Speaker Setup Navigation

Steps to access and initiate the speaker setup menu via the AVR's HOME MENU.

Manual Speaker System Configuration

Detailed settings for speaker layout, levels, distances, and frequency reproduction for optimal sound.

Run MCACC Calibration

Instructions for performing automatic room acoustic calibration using the setup microphone for sound optimization.

Confirm Speaker Settings

Verification of the speaker settings after the setup and calibration procedures are completed.