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Pioneer VSX-916-K User Manual

Pioneer VSX-916-K
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SINTOAMPLIFICATORE AUDIO/VIDEO
MULTICANALE
Operating Instructions
Istruzioni per l’uso
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Pioneer VSX-916-K Specifications

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BrandPioneer
ModelVSX-916-K
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

01 Before you start

Checking what's in the box

Lists the accessories supplied with the receiver for initial setup and verification.

Loading the batteries

Provides instructions and precautions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Installing the receiver

Gives guidelines and restrictions for placing the receiver unit safely and optimally.

Ventilation

Details essential spacing requirements for proper heat dissipation and unit operation.

02 5 minute guide

Introduction to home theater

Explains the concept of home theater and surround sound effects.

Listening to Surround Sound

Guides users through the initial setup for surround sound playback.

Using the Quick Setup

Step-by-step instructions for configuring speaker setup, room size, and listening position.

03 Quick surround sound setup

Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)

Details the automatic acoustic calibration process for optimizing sound settings.

Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup

Addresses potential issues and troubleshooting tips for the MCACC setup process.

04 Connecting up

Making cable connections

General precautions and guidelines for connecting audio and video components.

Analog audio cables

Explains the use and connection of stereo RCA phono cables for audio.

Digital audio cables

Describes the use of coaxial and optical cables for digital audio connections.

Video cables

Details standard RCA, S-video, and component video cable connections.

Connecting a DVD player and TV

Illustrates how to connect a DVD player and TV to the receiver for audio/video.

Connecting the multichannel analog outputs

Shows how to connect 5.1 channel analog outputs from sources like DVD players.

Connecting other audio components

Guides on connecting various audio devices like CD players and recorders.

Connecting other video components

Explains how to connect video recorders (VCRs, DVRs, HDD recorders).

Using the component video jacks

Details how to achieve superior picture quality using component video connections.

Connecting antennas

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas for radio reception.

Connecting the speakers

Provides a guide on connecting various speaker configurations to the receiver.

Hints on speaker placement

Offers tips and considerations for optimal speaker positioning for best sound.

05 Controls and displays

Front panel controls

Identifies and explains the function of buttons and indicators on the receiver's front panel.

Display indicators

Explains the various signal, tuner, and status indicators on the receiver's display.

Remote control

Details the buttons and functions of the remote control unit for operating the receiver.

06 Listening to your system

Auto playback

Describes the automatic selection of playback modes based on the source signal.

Listening in surround sound

Guides on experiencing surround sound with various audio sources and speaker setups.

Using the Advanced surround effects

Explains how to use additional surround sound effects and their settings.

Listening in stereo

Details how to select stereo or direct playback modes for the front speakers.

Using surround back channel processing

Covers settings for utilizing surround back speakers or virtual surround effects.

Using Midnight and Loudness

Explains features for adjusting sound at low volume levels for movies and music.

07 USB playback

Using the USB interface

Instructions for connecting and playing audio files from a USB mass storage device.

Basic playback controls

Lists the remote control buttons used for navigating and controlling USB playback.

Compressed audio compatibility

Details compatible compressed audio formats, bit rates, and file extensions.

08 The System Setup menu

Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu

Overview of the System Setup menu for customizing receiver operations.

Surround back speaker setting

Options for using surround back speaker terminals (Normal, Second Zone, Bi-Amp).

Manual MCACC speaker setup

Detailed manual adjustments for speaker settings after automatic calibration.

Fine Channel Level

Adjusts the overall balance of speaker system levels for better surround sound.

Fine Speaker Distance

Sets precise delay and distance for speakers to optimize sound depth and separation.

Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically

Guides on automatically measuring room acoustics for EQ adjustment.

Manual speaker setup

Provides detailed settings to optimize surround sound performance.

Speaker Setting

Specifies speaker size, number, and type for optimal system configuration.

09 Using the tuner

Listening to the radio

Instructions for tuning FM and AM radio stations using automatic and manual methods.

Saving station presets

Guides on memorizing and recalling favorite radio stations using presets.

Displaying RDS information

Explains how to view Radio Data System information like program service name and type.

Using EON

Details the Enhanced Other Network feature for traffic and news updates.

10 Making recordings

Making an audio or a video recording

Describes how to record audio or video from various sources to a recorder.

11 Controlling the rest of your system

Operating other Pioneer components

Explains how to link Pioneer components for integrated control.

Setting the remote to control other components

Guides on programming the remote control with manufacturer preset codes.

Selecting preset codes directly

Instructions for directly selecting preset codes for component control.

Programming signals from other remote controls

Details how to teach the remote control new commands from other devices.

Multi Operation and System Off

Explains how to program sequences for controlling multiple components.

12 Other connections

Second Zone speaker B setup

Configures speaker system B for stereo playback in another room.

Switching the speaker system

Allows selection between connected speaker systems (A, B, or A+B).

Bi-amping your front speakers

Explains the process and benefits of bi-amping front speakers for improved audio.

Connecting additional amplifiers

Guides on connecting external amplifiers to expand audio output capabilities.

Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display

Details connecting the receiver to a Pioneer plasma display for enhanced features.

13 Other Settings

The Input Assign menu

Allows assignment of digital and component video inputs to specific functions.

Assigning the digital inputs

Guides on configuring digital input terminals for connected components.

Assigning the component video inputs

Explains how to assign component video inputs for accurate signal recognition.

The Other Setup menu

Provides access to various customized settings for receiver operation.

Dynamic Range Control Setup

Adjusts dynamic range for Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks at low volumes.

Dual Mono Setup

Specifies playback options for dual mono encoded soundtracks.

14 Additional information

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common operational problems and malfunctions.

Resetting the main unit

Procedure to restore the receiver to its factory default settings.

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the receiver's amplifier, audio, and video sections.

Power cord caution

Important safety warnings regarding the handling and use of the power cord.

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