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Pioneer VSX-D1011-K User Manual

Pioneer VSX-D1011-K
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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL
RECEIVER
VSX-D1011-S
VSX-D1011-K
VSX-D1011-G
Operating Instructions

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Pioneer VSX-D1011-K Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelVSX-D1011-K
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Pioneer VSX-D1011 Operating Instructions

Safety and Initial Setup

Important Safety Warnings

Crucial safety warnings and precautions for operating the audio receiver.

Receiver Installation and Ventilation

Guidance on installing the receiver, ensuring proper ventilation for heat dissipation.

Model-Specific Settings and Environment

Two Voltage Selector Switches

Instructions for setting voltage selectors on multi-voltage models based on region.

Optimal Operating Environment

Recommended temperature, humidity, and location for optimal unit performance.

Key Product Features

High-Quality Multichannel Design

Details the advanced audio architecture for multichannel sound reproduction.

MCACC: Acoustic Calibration EQ

Explains the automatic speaker setup system for optimal surround sound.

Advanced Format Support

Lists supported Dolby Digital, DTS, and video formats for home theater.

Universal Player Compatibility

Compatibility with DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD (SACD) players.

User-Friendly Remote Control

Highlights the remote control's user-friendly design and multi-component operation.

Energy-Saving Design Features

Information on the unit's low power consumption in standby mode.

Getting Started

Checking Supplied Accessories

List of all supplied accessories to check upon receiving the product.

Remote Control Preparation

Instructions for preparing the remote control, including battery installation.

Getting Started (Continued)

Remote Control Operating Range

Information on the effective range and conditions for remote control operation.

Receiver Installation Caution

Specific warnings regarding unit installation to ensure proper heat dispersal.

Connecting Your Equipment

Connecting Your TV

Instructions for connecting the TV to the receiver using video cables.

Connecting Video Components

Connecting video sources like DVD players, VCRs, and satellite tuners.

Connecting Analog Audio Components

Connecting analog audio sources like turntables and cassette decks.

Connecting Digital Audio Components

Connecting digital audio sources like CD recorders and players.

Connecting Radio Antennas

Connecting FM and AM antennas for radio reception.

Connecting Speakers

Instructions for connecting front, center, surround, and back speakers.

Speaker Impedance Settings

How to adjust the receiver's impedance setting for different speakers.

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Recommendations for optimal speaker placement for surround sound effect.

Display and Controls Overview

Receiver Display Indicators

Explains all illuminated indicators on the receiver's display for various functions.

Front Panel Controls

Front Panel Button Functions

Detailed explanation of the functions of buttons and dials on the front panel.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Control Button Descriptions

Detailed description of each button on the remote control and its function.

Setting Up for Surround Sound

Surround Setup Configuration

Configuring the use of surround back speakers (Normal, Second Zone, Bi-Amp).

Quick Surround Setup Guide

A simplified procedure for quickly adjusting speaker settings for surround sound.

Normal Surround Setup Guide

Manual method for adjusting sound parameters like speaker set and levels.

Channel Level Balancing

Balancing the sound output level of individual speakers for realistic surround sound.

Channel Delay Adjustment

Adjusting speaker delay for sound depth, separation, and effect.

Basic Operation

Stereo and Multichannel Playback

Instructions on how to play sound sources and adjust volume.

Switching Signal Input

Selecting between analog and digital input signals for optimal playback.

Understanding Listening Modes

Overview of available listening modes (Stereo, Direct, Movie, Music).

Movie Listening Modes

Details on movie-specific listening modes like THX Cinema and Pro Logic.

Music Listening Modes

Details on music-specific listening modes like Classical, Jazz, and Rock.

Adjusting Listening Mode Effects

Adjusting the amount of effect in DSP modes and Pro Logic II Music.

Using Acoustic Calibration EQ

Using the Acoustic Calibration EQ feature for room equalization.

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)

Enabling Digital Noise Reduction to reduce background noise.

Midnight and Loudness Modes

Enhancing surround sound at low volumes with Midnight and Loudness modes.

Tone Control: Bass and Treble

Adjusting bass and treble frequencies and bypassing tone circuitry.

Hi-Bit/Sampling Mode

Enhancing dynamic range for finer audio reproduction with Hi-Bit/Sampling.

DVD-Audio/Multi Channel IN Playback

Connecting DVD-Audio players or external decoders for multichannel playback.

SB CH Mode and Virtual Surround

Controlling surround back channels and virtual surround modes.

Dual Mono and Headphone Use

Using dual mono sources and connecting headphones for private listening.

Video Select and Display Dimmer

Selecting video sources independently and adjusting display brightness.

Using the Tuner

Radio Tuning Methods

Tuning FM and AM radio broadcasts using automatic and manual methods.

Channel Step and Direct Access Tuning

Adjusting tuning increments and tuning directly to specific frequencies.

Memorizing and Naming Stations

Saving favorite stations and assigning custom names for easy recall.

RDS and EON Features (European Model)

Understanding Radio Data System (RDS) and EON for program information and searches.

Remote Control of Other Components

Setting Up Remote for Component Control

Programming the remote control to operate other audio/video components.

Learning Remote Control Commands

Programming the remote by learning commands from other remote controls.

Component Operation Guides

Remote control operations for CD, MD, VCR, DVD, LD players and recorders.

TV and Cable/Satellite Operations

Remote control operations for Cable TV, Satellite TV, and regular TV sets.

Direct Function Setup

Configuring direct function for external video decks not passing through receiver.

Recording Between Components

How to make recordings from one component to another via the receiver.

Advanced Speaker Zone and Bi-amping

Setting up stereo playback in another room or bi-amping front speakers.

A/B Speaker System Selection

Switching between speaker systems A, B, or both, depending on setup.

Connecting Additional Amplifiers

Connecting additional amplifiers to power speakers for enhanced audio.

Multi Operations and System Off

Programming sequences of commands and setting up a one-button power-off.

Pioneer SR System Operation

Operating other Pioneer components via receiver's control out terminal.

Fine Tuning Your System

Other System Settings

Advanced settings like THX Cinema, Input Assign, and Function Rename.

THX Cinema Setup

Choosing multichannel decoding methods for THX Cinema sources.

Assigning Digital Inputs

Mapping digital inputs to specific components when default settings are not used.

Function Rename Customization

Renaming function displays on the receiver for connected components.

Expert Setup for Enhanced Surround Sound

Crossover Network Configuration

Determining the frequency cutoff point for the subwoofer or large speakers.

Fine Channel Level Adjustment

Precisely balancing speaker output levels using test tones.

Fine Channel Delay Settings

Fine-tuning speaker delay for improved sound depth and separation.

Acoustic Calibration EQ Settings

Adjusting speaker equalization based on room acoustics using test tones.

Bass Peak Level Adjustment

Setting the peak level for the LFE channel to prevent bass distortion.

Dynamic Range Control Settings

Compressing dynamic range for enhanced surround sound at low volumes.

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving

Understanding Dolby Technologies

Explanations of Dolby Digital, Dolby Surround, and Dolby Pro Logic II technologies.

Dolby Digital Surround EX Explained

Details on Dolby Digital Surround EX technology for 6.1 channel sound.

DTS Format Explanations

Explanations of DTS, DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24 formats.

THX Audio Technology Overview

Explanations of THX, Re-Equalization, Adaptive Decorrelation, Timbre Matching.

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Guidelines for speaker placement, direction, angle, and distance for surround sound.

THX and DVD-Audio Speaker Placement

Specific speaker placement diagrams for THX systems and multichannel audio sources.

Remote Control Preset Code List

List of preset codes for controlling various brands of DVD, LD, TV, VCR, MD, STB, Tape.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Common problems and their remedies related to power, unit response, and audio output.

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