Operating Instructions AV Receiver SC-LX 56
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. 04 Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language).................................................................................................40 Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC)......................................................................40 The Input Setup menu...............................................
10 Controlling the rest of your system 14 Additional information About the Remote Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................76 Operating multiple receivers............................................................................................................................................76 Setting the remote to control other components...............................................................
Flow of settings on the receiver 8 Flow for connecting and setting the receiver 9 10 Switching the HDMI output (page 73) j 11 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired ! Using the various listening modes (page 52) ! Better sound using Phase Control (page 56) ! Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control (page 56) ! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 82) ! Changing the channel level while listening (page 91) ! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calib
Before you start Checking what’s in the box............................................................................................................. 7 Our philosophy................................................................................................................................. 7 Features............................................................................................................................................. 7 Installing the receiver....................................
01 Before you start % Checking what’s in the box MHLTM (Mobile High-definition Link)-compatible device playback An MHL-compatible mobile device can be connected to enjoy full-HD videos, high quality multi-channel audio, and photos etc., with charge the battery on the receiver. Also, MHL-compatible devices can be operated with the receiver’s remote control.
01 % Before you start Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible Installing the receiver 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 threedimensionality and air, producing presence and expansion. % ! When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface.
01 Before you start ! Adobe® Flash® Player 10 must be installed to use some of the functions in AVNavigator. For details, see http://www.adobe.com/downloads/. 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.
Controls and displays Remote control............................................................................................................................... 11 Display.............................................................................................................................................13 Front panel......................................................................................................................................
02 Controls and displays The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system: ! White – Receiver control, TV control ! Blue – Other controls (See pages 46, 47, 49, 50 and 79.) Remote control This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.
02 Controls and displays 10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 (page 72). 11 Remote control LED Lights when a command is sent from the remote control. 12 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands). Switch to perform operations in the main zone. Also use this button to set up surround sound. 13 VOLUME +/– Use to set the listening volume.
02 Controls and displays 8 Display 1 AUTO HDMI DIGITAL ANALOG 2 L SL XL C XC LFE 3 1 16 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DSD PCM FULL BAND TUNED RDS R 2DIGITAL PLUS 2TrueHD MULTI-ZONE PQLS ALC ATT STEREO SR DTS HD ES 96/24 S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX OVER MONO XR MSTR CD AUTO SURROUND STREAM DIRECT 2PROLOGIC x Neo:6 THX ADV.SURROUND STANDARD SP AB SLEEP 6 TUNER iPod 17 18 19 DVD TV BD DVR VIDEO HDMI 9 14 15 10 Tuner indicators ! ! ! ! dB USB [2] [3] [4] Lights when the sound is muted.
02 Controls and displays Front panel 1 2 3 4 3 5 6 MASTER VOLUME dial 7 Front panel controls To access the front panel controls, catch the sides of the door with your fingers and pull forward. 6 INPU SELET CTOR ADVANCED MCACC STAN DBY FL OFF HDMI /ON iPod iPhone iPad MAST VOLU ER ME INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 8 AUDIO PARAMETER Use to access the Audio options (page 67). STANDBY/ON 9 i/j/k/l (TUNE/PRESET) /ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your Home Menu.
02 Controls and displays 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad as an audio and video source (page 36), or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 36). 21 HDMI input/MHL connector Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 37). An MHL-compatible mobile device can also be connected here using the included MHL cable (page 37).
Connecting your equipment Connecting your equipment.......................................................................................................... 17 Rear panel....................................................................................................................................... 17 Determining the speakers’ application......................................................................................... 18 Placing the speakers....................................................
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting your equipment Note ! The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input Setup menu on page 42 to change the assignments if other connections are used. 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.
03 Connecting your equipment [B] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection Determining the speakers’ application ! Speaker System setting: 7.1ch + Speaker B This unit is equipped with speaker terminals for 11 channels, allowing users to select a variety of speaker layouts/ usage patterns according to their tastes. The terminals to which the speakers should be connected differ according to the speaker layout/usage pattern. Select one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers.
03 Connecting your equipment [D] 7.2 channel surround system (Surround back) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) [F] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Speaker System setting: 7.1ch + ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.) This speaker layout/usage pattern provides 7.
03 Connecting your equipment Placing the speakers Connecting the speakers Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect. 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 4 W to 16 W.
03 Connecting your equipment Bi-amping your speakers Bi-wiring your speakers Bi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speakers to different amplifiers for better crossover performance. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to do this (having separate terminals for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the kind of speakers you’re using. Your speakers can also be bi-wired if they support bi-amping.
03 Connecting your equipment [B] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection Installing your speaker system At the very least, front left and right speakers only are necessary. Note that your main surround speakers should always be connected as a pair, but you can connect just one surround back speaker if you like (it must be connected to the left surround back terminal). ! Select ‘7.1ch + Speaker B’ from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 90 to do this.
03 Connecting your equipment [C] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) [D] 7.2 channel surround system (Surround back) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Select ‘7.1ch Front Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 90 to do this. ! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals. ! Select ‘7.1ch + ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu.
03 Connecting your equipment [E] 7.2 channel surround system (Front height/Front wide) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) [F] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Select ‘7.1ch FH/FW + ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 90 to do this. ! Select ‘5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 90 to do this.
03 Connecting your equipment [G] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) About the audio connection ! Select ‘5.1ch + ZONE 2+3’ from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 90 to do this.
03 Connecting your equipment About the video converter About HDMI The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through the HDMI OUT terminal. If the TV is only connected to the receiver’s composite VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, all the other video devices must be connected through composite connections. If several video components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 42), the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then composite (in that order).
03 Connecting your equipment ! If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables. — When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV can be input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 63).
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output Connecting your TV with no HDMI input This diagram shows connections of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component with no HDMI output) to the receiver. This diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component) to the receiver. HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor Important DVD player, etc.
03 Connecting your equipment ! In order to listening to HD audio with this receiver, connect an HDMI cable, and use analog video cable for video signal input. Depending on the player, it may not be possible to output video signals to both HDMI and other video output (composite, etc.) simultaneously, and it may be necessary to make video output settings. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information.
03 Connecting your equipment ! If your HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc., is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver’s HDMI DVR/BDR IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 27). HDMI OUT HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc. Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called ‘set-top boxes’.
03 Connecting your equipment ! Even if your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, in some cases the sound is output from the digital audio output (optical or coaxial) and only the video is output from the HDMI output terminal. In this case, make the HDMI and digital audio connections as shown below. Select one STB Connecting other audio components This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback.
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting additional amplifiers Connecting AM/FM antennas This receiver has more than enough power for any home use, but it’s possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system using the pre-outs. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers. Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Connecting external antennas on page 33).
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting external antennas MULTI-ZONE setup To improve FM reception, connect an external FM antenna to FM UNBAL 75 W. This receiver can power up to three independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper MULTI-ZONE connections. Different sources can be playing in three zones at the same time or, depending on your needs, the same source can also be used.
03 3 Connecting your equipment To use the surround back speaker terminals for ZONE 2: Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.
03 Connecting your equipment Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3) % Connecting to the network through LAN interface Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 3 OUT jacks on this receiver. By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations. To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand.
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER Tip When the Bluetooth® ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) is connected to this receiver, a product equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone, digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music wirelessly. ! The Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles. ! Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of this unit with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices.
03 Connecting your equipment Connecting an MHL-compatible device Connecting to a wireless LAN An MHL-compatible mobile device can be connected to enjoy full-HD videos, high quality multi-channel audio, and photos etc., with charge the battery on the receiver. Use the MHL cable included with the receiver to connect the device. Wireless connection to the network is possible through a wireless LAN connection. Use the AS-WL300 for connection. ! Use only the furnished accessory connecting cable.
03 1 Connecting your equipment Connect the IR receiver sensor to the IR IN jack on the rear of this receiver. Plugging in the receiver Closet or shelving unit Only plug in after you have connected all your components to this receiver, including the speakers. Non-Pioneer component CAUTION IR ! Handle the power cord by the plug part. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock.
Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)............................................................... 40 Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC)..................................... 40 The Input Setup menu.................................................................................................................... 42 Operation Mode Setup..................................................................................................................
04 Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) The language used on the Graphical User Interface screen can be changed. ! The explanations in these operating instructions are for when English is selected for the GUI screen. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are connected with an HDMI cable.
04 Basic Setup Install the microphone on a stable floor. Placing the microphone on any of the following surfaces may make accurate measurement impossible: ! Sofas or other soft surfaces. ! High places such as tabletops and sofa tops. The Full Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is connected. 1a.Full Auto MCACC 1a.Full Auto MCACC A/V RECEIVER Now Analyzing... L FHL C FHR R SR SBR SBL SL SW 10 2/10 Environment Check Ambient Noise : OK Microphone : Speaker YES/NO : 1a.
04 Basic Setup Input function default and possible settings The Input Setup menu The terminals on the receiver generally correspond to the name of one of the input functions. If you have connected components to this receiver differently from (or in addition to) the defaults below, see The Input Setup menu on page 42 to tell the receiver how you’ve connected up. The dots (k) indicate possible assignments.
04 Basic Setup Operable settings/items Operation Mode Setup This receiver is equipped with a great number of functions and settings. The Operation Mode feature is provided for users who find it difficult to master all these functions and settings. One of two settings can be selected for the Operation Mode: Expert and Basic. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are connected with an HDMI cable.
Basic playback Playing a source.............................................................................................................................. 45 Playing an iPod............................................................................................................................... 46 Playing a USB device...................................................................................................................... 47 Playing an MHL-compatible device...............................
05 Basic playback Turning off the sound Playing a source Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound). Here are the basic instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. % AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT RECEIVER 1 Playing a source with HDMI connection % Use INPUT SELECT to select the input function connected to the receiver’s HDMI input terminals.
05 Basic playback Playing an iPod Note ! You can play all of the songs in a particular category by selecting the All item at the top of each category list. For example, you can play all the songs by a particular artist. This receiver has the iPod iPhone iPad USB terminal that will allow you to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the controls of this receiver. Here we describe the procedure for playback on an iPod. For playback on a USB device, see Playing a USB device on page 47.
05 Basic playback Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device Playing a USB device ! Photo files cannot be played in the sub zone. It is possible to play files using the USB interface on the front of this receiver. ! Compatible USB devices include external magnetic hard drives, portable flash memory drives (particularly key drives) and digital audio players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32.
05 Basic playback About playable file formats Playing an MHL-compatible device The USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are not available for playback although they are listed as playable file formats. MHL (Mobile High-definition Link) is an interface standard for transmitting digital signals with mobile devices. MHL can carry high quality multi-channel audio data and full-HD video formats.
05 Basic playback 4 Listening to the radio Press ENTER. After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station. The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the frequency of the station you want, see Tuning directly to a station below.
05 Basic playback Searching for RDS programs Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music One of the most useful features of RDS is the ability to search for a particular kind of radio program. You can search for any of the program types listed above. 1 Press TUNER to select the FM band. ! RDS is only possible in the FM band. 2 Press PTY. Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: cell phone PTY SEARCH shows in the display. 3 Press PRESET +/– to select the program type you want to hear.
05 Basic playback ! If the Bluetooth wireless technology device’s security code is “0000”, there is no need to make the security code setting on the receiver. Press ADPT to set the ADAPTER PORT input, then conduct the pairing operation on the Bluetooth wireless technology device. If pairing is successful, there is no need to performing the pairing operation below. ! When using the AS-BT200 only: This unit complies with Bluetooth Specifications Ver. 2.1.
Listening to your system Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes................................................. 53 Selecting MCACC presets............................................................................................................... 55 Choosing the input signal.............................................................................................................. 55 Better sound using Phase Control.................................................................
06 Listening to your system With two channel sources, you can select from: ! 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to movie sources ! 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to music sources ! 2 Pro Logic IIx GAME – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to video games ! 2 PRO LOGIC – 4.1 channel surround sound (sound from the surround speakers is mono) ! 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT – Up to 9.
06 Listening to your system Using the Home THX modes Using the Advanced surround effects THX and Home THX are technical standards created by THX Ltd. for cinema and home theater sound. Home THX is designed to make home theater audio sound more like what you hear in a cinema. Different THX options will be available depending on the source and the setting for surround back channel processing (see THX Audio Setting on page 92 for more on this).
06 Listening to your system Using Stream Direct Selecting MCACC presets Use the Stream Direct modes when you want to hear the truest possible reproduction of a source. All unnecessary signal processing is bypassed, and you’re left with the pure analog or digital sound source. Processing differs depending on the input signal and whether or not surround back speakers are connected. For details, see Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats on page 109.
06 Listening to your system Better sound using Phase Control Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control This receiver’s Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to make sure your sound source arrives at the listening position in phase, preventing unwanted distortion and/or coloring of the sound. Phase Control technology provides coherent sound reproduction through the use of phase matching for an optimal sound image.
Playback with NETWORK features Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 58 Playback with Network functions................................................................................................. 59 About network playback............................................................................................................... 60 About playable file formats.....................................
07 Playback with NETWORK features Using AirPlay on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and iTunes Introduction AirPlay works with iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd and 2nd generations), iPad 2, iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, and iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later. To use AirPlay, select your receiver on your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or in iTunes. *1 The receiver’s input will switch automatically to AirPlay when AirPlay is in use.
07 Playback with NETWORK features Listening to Internet radio stations Playback with Network functions Internet radio is an audio broadcasting service transmitted via the Internet. There are a large number of Internet radio stations broadcasting a variety of services from every corner of the world. Some are hosted, managed, and broadcast by private individuals while others are by the corresponding traditional terrestrial radio stations or radio networks.
07 Playback with NETWORK features Microsoft may include a revocation list with the licenses. Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft.
07 Playback with NETWORK features Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and/or the NETWORK features due to communication error/malfunctions associated with your network connection and/or your PC, or other connected equipment. Please contact your PC manufacturer or Internet service provider. “Windows MediaTM” is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Control with HDMI function About the Control with HDMI function........................................................................................ 63 Making Control with HDMI connections...................................................................................... 63 HDMI Setup..................................................................................................................................... 63 Before using synchronization........................................................
08 Control with HDMI function About the Control with HDMI function Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player are possible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable. ! The receiver’s volume can be set and the sound can be muted using the TV’s remote control. ! The receiver’s input switches over automatically when the TV’s input is changed or a Control with HDMIcompatible component is played.
08 Control with HDMI function Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information. This function is activated when Control is set to ON. Before using synchronization Once you have finished all connections and settings, you must: 1 Put all components into standby mode. 2 Turn the power on for all components, with the power for the TV being turned on last.
08 Control with HDMI function Cautions on the Control with HDMI function ! Connect the TV directly to this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors. ! Only connect components (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.) you intend to use as a source to the HDMI input of this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors.
Using other functions Setting the Audio options............................................................................................................. 67 Setting the Video options.............................................................................................................. 69 Switching the speaker terminals................................................................................................... 71 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls..................................................
09 Using other functions Setting the Audio options There are a number of additional sound settings you can make using the AUDIO PARAMETER menu. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold. Important Setting What it does Option(s) OFF S.RTRV (Auto Sound Retriever) With the Auto Sound Retriever function, DSP processing is used to compensate for the loss of audio data upon compression, improving the sound’s sense of density and modulation.
09 Using other functions Setting What it does LFE (LFE Attenuate) Some audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers. The LFE is not limited when set to 0 dB, which is the recommended value. When set to –5 dB, –10 dB, –15 dB or –20 dB, the LFE is limited by the respective degree. When OFF is selected, no sound is output from the LFE channel. Option(s) OFF A.
09 Using other functions ! You can’t use the Virtual Wide mode when the headphones are connected to this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected. ! You can only use the Virtual Wide mode if the surround speakers are on and the FW setting is set to NO. It can also not be used when playing signals containing actual front wide channel information.
09 Setting V.ADJ (Advanced Video Adjust) Using other functions What it does Option(s) Sets the optimum picture quality for the type of monitor that is connected. Select PDP for plasma displays, LCD for liquid crystal monitors, FPJ for front projectors, PRO for professional monitors. If you want to adjust the picture quality settings to your personal tastes, select MEMORY. Setting c Option(s) LCD FPJ c PRO BRIGHT (Brightness) MEMORY Reduces noise in the luminance (Y) signal.
09 Using other functions Setting What it does Option(s) ASP (Aspect) Specifies the aspect ratio when input signals are output at the HDMI output. Make your desired settings while checking each setting on your display (if the image doesn’t match your monitor type, cropping or black bands appear). THROUGH Switching the speaker terminals If you selected 9.1ch FH/FW, 7.1ch + Speaker B or 7.
09 Using other functions Using the MULTI-ZONE controls The following steps use the front panel controls to adjust the sub zone volume and select sources. See MULTIZONE remote controls on page 72. 1 Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound). Making an audio or a video recording You can make an audio or a video recording from the built-in tuner, or from an audio or video source connected to the receiver (such as a CD player or TV).
09 Using other functions Using the sleep timer Resetting the system The sleep timer switches the receiver into standby after a specified amount of time so you can fall asleep without worrying about the receiver being left on all night. Use the remote control to set the sleep timer. Use this procedure to reset all the receiver’s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to do this. Set MULTI-ZONE to MULTI ZONE OFF.
09 Using other functions Setting Default Phase Control Auto Sound Retriever ON iPod/USB, INTERNET RADIO, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, ADAPTER PORT input function ON Other input functions OFF Sound Delay 0.
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.......................................................
10 Controlling the rest of your system About the Remote Setup menu Setting the remote to control other components The Remote Setup mode is set by pressing the number button while pressing RCU SETUP. The different items on the Remote Setup menu are described below. For their setting procedures, refer to the explanations for the respective items. Most components can be assigned to one of the input function buttons (such as DVD or CD) using the component’s manufacturer preset code stored in the remote.
10 4 Controlling the rest of your system Repeat steps 2 through 3 for the other components you want to control. To try out the remote control, switch the component on or off (into standby) by pressing u SOURCE. If it doesn’t seem to work, select the next code from the list (if there is one). 5 3 cm Press RCU SETUP to exit the preset setup mode.
10 Controlling the rest of your system ! In order to set the power of amplifiers/receivers connected to sub zones to the standby mode, the connected amplifiers/receivers must be installed or connected in such a way that they can receive remote control signals. ! The power of the amplifiers/receivers can be switched to standby with this operation even when using multiple Pioneer amplifiers/receivers and their Remote Control Mode have been changed.
10 Controlling the rest of your system TV and Audio/Video components Controlling components This remote control can control components after entering the proper codes (see Setting the remote to control other components on page 76 for more on this). Use the input function buttons to select the component.
10 Controlling the rest of your system Audio/Video components TV (Projector) Button(s) LD CD/CD-R/SACD MD/DAT TAPE Button(s) TV (Projector) u SOURCE POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF u SOURCE POWER ON Number buttons numerics numerics numerics — 1 MOVIE CLEAR 2 STANDARD 3 DYNAMIC 4 USER1 5 USER2 6 USER3 7 COLOR+ 8 SHARP+ !/CLR +10 >10/CLEAR CLEAR ENTER (CLASS) ENTER DISC/ENTER OPEN/CLOSE ENTER — MSc TOP MENU — — LEGATO LINK
The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu..................................................... 82 Automatic MCACC (Expert)........................................................................................................... 82 Manual MCACC setup.................................................................................................................... 84 Checking MCACC Data......................................................................................
11 The Advanced MCACC menu ! Auto MCACC – The default is ALL (recommended), but you can limit the system calibration to only one setting (to save time) if you want. — When data measurement is taken (after selecting ALL or Keep SP System), the reverb characteristics data (both before- and after-calibration) that this receiver had been storing will be overwritten.
11 The Advanced MCACC menu 8 MULTI-ZONE CONTROL ON/OFF SPEAKERS iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL AUTO SURR/ALC/ STREAM DIRECT HOME THX STANDARD SURROUND BAND PHONES TUNER EDIT MCACC SETUP MIC 5V USB 2.1 A HDMI 5 INPUT/ 1 A) MHL ( 5V 9 The Auto MCACC Setup procedure is completed and the Advanced MCACC menu reappears automatically.
11 The Advanced MCACC menu 3 Manual MCACC setup You can use the settings in the Manual MCACC setup menu to make detailed adjustments when you’re more familiar with the system. Before making these settings, you should have already completed Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 40. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers). 4 Fine Speaker Distance CAUTION ! Default setting: 3.
11 The Advanced MCACC menu Standing Wave Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional ! Default setting: ON/ATT 0.0dB (all filters) Acoustic standing waves occur when, under certain conditions, sound waves from your speaker system resonate mutually with sound waves reflected off the walls in your listening area. This can have a negative effect on the overall sound, especially at certain lower frequencies.
11 3 The Advanced MCACC menu If you selected ‘Reverb Measurement’, select EQ ON or EQ OFF, and then START. Checking MCACC Data The following options determine how the reverb characteristics of your listening area are displayed in Reverb View: ! EQ OFF – You will see the reverb characteristics of your listening area without the equalization performed by this receiver (before calibration).
11 The Advanced MCACC menu Speaker Distance Data Management Use this to display the distance from the different channels to the listening position. See Speaker Distance on page 91 for more on this. 1 Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the MCACC Data Check menu. 2 When ‘MCACC’ is highlighted, use k/l to select the MCACC preset you want to check.
11 4 The Advanced MCACC menu Select ‘OK’ to confirm and copy the settings. When MCACC Memory Copy? is displayed, select YES. If NO is selected, the memory is not copied. Completed! shows in the GUI screen to confirm the MCACC preset has been copied, then you automatically return to the Data Management setup menu. Clearing MCACC presets If you are no longer using one of the MCACC presets stored in memory, you can choose to clear the calibration settings of that preset.
The System Setup and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu............................................................. 90 Manual speaker setup.................................................................................................................... 90 Network Setup menu..................................................................................................................... 92 Checking the Network Information..............................................
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 3 Make the adjustments necessary for each setting, pressing RETURN to confirm after each screen. The following section describes how to change the speaker-related settings manually and make various other settings (input selection, OSD language selection, etc.). Speaker system setting 1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver and your TV. ! Default setting: 9.
12 2 The System Setup and Other Setup menus achieving the optimal sound field taking into account the bass capacity of all connected speakers and human aural characteristics. ! If you’re using THX speakers, confirm that the crossover frequency is set to 80Hz. Choose the set of speakers that you want to set, then select a speaker size.
12 2 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Choose the X-Curve setting you want. Network Setup menu Use k/l to adjust the setting. The X-Curve is expressed as a downwards slope in decibels per octave, starting at 2 kHz. The sound becomes less bright as the slope increases (to a maximum of –3.0dB/oct). Use the following guidelines to set the X-Curve according to your room size: Room size (m ) ≤36 ≤48 ≤60 ≤72 ≤300 ≤1000 X-Curve (dB/oct) –0.5 –1.0 –1.5 –2.0 –2.5 –3.
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Proxy Hostname/Proxy Port Parental Lock This setting is required when you connect this receiver to the Internet via a proxy server. Enter the IP address of your proxy server in the ‘Proxy Hostname’ field. Also, enter the port number of your proxy server in the ‘Proxy Port’ field. 1 Select ‘IP Address, Proxy’ from the Network Setup menu. 2 Select the DHCP setting you want. Set restrictions for using Internet services.
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Volume Setup The Other Setup menu You can set the maximum volume of this receiver or specify what the volume level will be when the power is turned on. The Other Setup menu is where you can make customized settings to reflect how you are using the receiver. 1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items.
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus ! If an update file is provided on the Pioneer website, download it onto your computer. When downloading an update file from the Pioneer website onto your computer, the file will be in ZIP format. Unzip the ZIP file before saving it on the USB memory device. If there are any old downloaded files or downloaded files for other models on the USB memory device, delete them.
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus The low frequency component output from the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT terminals is cut. When a subwoofer is connected in Zone 2, we recommend setting this to “ON”. This is only valid when Zone 2 is connected using the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT terminals. ! OFF (default) – The High Pass Filter function is disabled. ! ON – The High Pass Filter function is enabled.
FAQ Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................. 98 Power...............................................................................................................................................98 No sound......................................................................................................................................... 98 Other audio problems............................................
13 FAQ Troubleshooting Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work.
13 FAQ Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy No sound from subwoofer. Check that the subwoofer is connected properly, switched on and the volume turned up. Noise is output when scanning a DTS CD. This is not a malfunction of the receiver. The scan function of your player alters the digital information, making it unreadable, resulting in noise being output. Lower the volume when scanning. When playing a DTS format LD there is audible noise on the soundtrack.
13 FAQ Symptom ADAPTER PORT terminal Symptom Remedy The Bluetooth wireless technology device cannot be connected or operated. Sound from the Bluetooth wireless technology device is not emitted or the sound is interrupted. Check that no object that emits electromagnetic waves in the 2.4 GHz band (microwave oven, wireless LAN device or Bluetooth wireless technology apparatus) is near the unit. If such an object is near the unit, set the unit far from it.
13 FAQ Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy The various system settings are not stored. Do not pull out the power cord while conducting the settings. (The settings will be stored when both the main zone and sub zone turn off. Turn off all zones before pulling out the power cord.) When playing certain discs, none of the receiver’s format indicators light. The disc may not contain 5.1/6.1 channel material. Check the disc packaging for more on what audio tracks are recorded on the disc.
13 FAQ Symptom Remedy No picture or sound. This receiver is HDCP-compatible. Check that the components you are connecting are also HDCP-compatible. If they are not, please connect them using the component or composite video jacks. AVNavigator Depending on the connected source component, it’s possible that it will not work with this receiver (even if it is HDCP-compatible). In this case, connect using the component or composite video jacks between source and receiver.
13 FAQ USB interface Symptoms Network Causes The folders/files stored on a The folders/files are currently stored USB memory device are not in a region other than the FAT (File displayed. Allocation Table) region. A USB memory device is not recognized. Remedies Symptoms Causes Remedies Store the folders/files in the FAT region. Cannot access the network. The LAN cable is not firmly connected. Firmly connect the LAN cable (page 35). The number of levels in a folder is more than 9.
13 FAQ Symptoms Causes Remedies Audio playback is undesirably stopped or disturbed. The audio file currently being played back was not recorded in a format playable on this receiver. Check whether the audio file was recorded in a format supported by this receiver. Check whether the folder has been damaged or corrupted. Note that there are cases where even the audio files listed as playable on this receiver cannot be played back or displayed (page 61). The LAN cable is currently disconnected.
13 FAQ Try making the wireless LAN converter’s advanced settings. ! The wireless LAN converter can be connected to a computer to make the advanced wireless LAN settings. For details, see the CD-ROM included for the wireless LAN converter. Check the settings of the wireless LAN router, etc., then change the settings of the wireless LAN converter. Note, however, that making the advanced wireless LAN settings will not necessarily improve the wireless LAN environment. Be careful when changing the settings.
Additional information Surround sound formats..............................................................................................................107 About THX.....................................................................................................................................107 About iPod....................................................................................................................................108 About FLAC...................................................
14 Additional information Surround sound formats About THX Below is a brief description of the main surround sound formats you’ll find on BDs, DVDs, satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasts, and video cassettes. The THX technologies are explained below. See http://www.thx.com for more detailed information. Dolby The Dolby technologies are explained below. See http://www.dolby.com for more detailed information. THX, the THX logo and Select2 Plus are trademarks of THX Ltd.
14 Additional information THX Select2 Plus About iPod Before any home theatre component can be THX Select2 Plus certified, it must incorporate all the features above and also pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX Select2 Plus logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theatre products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come.
14 Additional information Windows 7 Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats The following charts show what you will hear with different input signal formats, depending on the Stream Direct mode (see Using Stream Direct on page 55) you have selected.
14 Additional information If the subwoofer must be installed near a wall, place it at an angle so that it is not parallel to the wall surface. This can help reduce any sympathetic vibrations, but depending on the shape of the room this could result in standing waves. However, even if standing waves are generated, their influence on the sound quality can be prevented using the Auto MCACC’s standing wave control function (page 85).
14 Additional information About messages displayed when using network functions Important information regarding the HDMI connection Refer to the following information when you come up with a status message while operating the Network functions. There are cases where you may not be able to route HDMI signals through this receiver (this depends on the HDMI-equipped component you are connecting-check with the manufacturer for HDMI compatibility information).
14 Additional information Usable range Precautions when using the Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300) ! Designed for use only within private homes (signal transmission distance may be reduced due to room design or conditions). In the following cases, this wireless LAN converter cannot operate due to poor or erratic radio wave transmission. ! When signal transmission is blocked by a wall or floor constructed of ferro-concrete or metal. ! Nearby large metal furniture objects.
14 Additional information Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Manufacturer: PIONEER CORPORATION 1-1, Shin-ogura, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa 212-0031, Japan Hereby, Pioneer, declares that this SC-LX56 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
14 Additional information THX Glossary The THX technologies are explained below. See http://www.thx.com for more detailed information. THX Cinema Audio formats/Decoding A mode for playing in a home theater environment the sound tracks of theater movies that have been recorded and edited for playback in large spaces such as movie theaters. Dolby The Dolby technologies are explained below. See http://www.dolby.com for more detailed information.
14 Additional information Auto Sound Retriever vTuner The Auto Sound Retriever feature employs DSP technology to restore sound pressure and smooth jagged artifacts left over after compression. With some audio inputs, the Sound Retriever effect is automatically optimized based on the bitrate information of the contents that have been input to achieve high sound quality. vTuner is a paid online database service that allows you to listen to radio and TV broadcasts on the Internet.
14 Additional information Wireless LAN/Wi-Fi “Wi-Fi” (Wireless Fidelity) is a trademark coined by the Wi-Fi Alliance trade association to increase recognition of wireless LAN standards. With the increase in the number of devices connected to computers in recent years, Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making connections with LAN cables by using wireless connection.
14 Additional information Playback High Resolution audio file Features index See About playable file formats on page 61. See Playing a USB device on page 47. Operation Mode Slideshow See Operation Mode Setup on page 43. See Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device on page 47. AVNavigator Bluetooth ADAPTER See About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) on page 9. See Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music on page 50.
14 Additional information Digital In/Out Section Specifications Amplifier section Multi channel simultaneous power output (1 kHz, 1 %, 8 W) 9 ch total..............................................................................................................................................................720 W Rated power output (1 kHz, 6 W, 1 %) Front....................................................................................................................................................
14 Additional information Elman 0144 Elta 0142, 0154, 0228 Emerson 0125, 0138, 0155 Epson 0216 Erres 0149, 0152, 0155 ESC 0229 Etron 0142 Eurofeel 0229, 0140 Euroline 0152 Euroman 0125, 0140, 0141, 0149, 0155, 0228, 0229 Europhon 0141, 0144, 0149, 0155, 0228, 0229 Expert 0156 Exquisit 0155 Fenner 0142, 0154 Ferguson 0148, 0152, 0153, 0157 Fidelity 0141, 0145, 0155, 0228 Filsai 0229 Finlandia 0145 Finlux 0132, 0138, 0141, 0144, 0149, 0152, 0155, 0229 Firstline 0141, 0142, 0149, 0154, 0155, 0228, 0229 Fishe
14 Naonis 0145 NEC 0147, 0229 Neckermann 0125, 0138, 0141, 0145, 0149, 0150, 0152, 0155, 0229 NEI 0149, 0152, 0155 Neufunk 0154, 0155 New Tech 0142, 0149, 0154, 0155, 0229 New World 0143 Nicamagic 0141, 0228 Nikkai 0140, 0141, 0143, 0149, 0152, 0154, 0155, 0228, 0229 Nobliko 0132, 0141, 0144, 0228 Nokia 0146 Nordic 0229 Nordmende 0138, 0146, 0148, 0149 Nordvision 0152 Novatronic 0155 Oceanic 0146, 0156 Okano 0125, 0150, 0155 ONCEAS 0141 Opera 0155 Orbit 0149, 0155 Orion 0142, 0149, 0152, 0154, 0155, 0194 Or
14 Supervision 2181 Synn 2181 Tatung 2130, 2188 TCM 2097 Teac 2162, 2177, 2181 Tec 2186 Technika 2188 Additional information Telefunken 2183 Tensai 2188 Tevion 2097, 2181, 2187 Thomson 2098, 2112, 2155, 2159 Tokai 2178, 2186 Toshiba 2102, 2156, 2168, 2169, 2172 TRANScontinents 2189 Trio 2188 TruVision 2185 Wharfedale 2180, 2181 Xbox 2098 Xlogic 2181, 2188 XMS 2188 Yamada 2189 Yamaha 2106 Yamakawa 2178, 2189 Yukai 2101, 2147 Interbuy 1038, 1050 Interfunk 1039 Intervision 1033, 1051 Irradio 1038, 1040, 1
14 Additional information ID Digital 6241 ILLUSION sat 6247 Imperial 6222, 6216, 6223, 6238, 6232 Ingelen 6213, 6261 Inno Hit 6228 International 6256 Interstar 6196 Intervision 6255 Inves 6268 iotronic 6244 ITT Nokia 6176, 6207 Jaeger 6238 K-SAT 6180 Kamm 6180 Kaon 6251 KaTelco 6267 Kathrein 6177, 6214, 6213, 6262, 6200, 6180, 6179, 6272, 6183 Kendo 6252 Kenwood 6220 Key West 6256 Kiton 6213 KR 6200 Kreiling 6213, 6194, 6228 Kreiselmeyer 6177 Kyostar 6200 L&S Electronic 6256, 6238 Labgear 6195 LaSAT 6177,
14 Starland 6180 Starlite 6214 Stream 6212 Stream System 6251 Strong 6220, 6228, 6256, 6200, 6180, 6245, 6217, 6239 Sumin 6199 Sunny 6251 Sunsat 6180 Sunstar 6174, 6256 SuperMax 6193 Supratech 6244 Systec 6238 Tantec 6176 Targa 6191 Tatung 6176 TBoston 6227, 6245 Tecatel 6233 Technical 6228 Technika 6217, 6232, 6218 TechniSat 6213, 6261, 6176, 6236, 6215, 6222, 6216, 6223 Technomate 6250 Technosat 6193 Technosonic 6254, 6232 Technotrend 6232 Technowelt 6256, 6255 Additional information Techwood 6213, 6217
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