User manual PIONEER VSA-AX10I-S

[. . . ] AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER VSA-AX10i-S Operating Instructions Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. Installing the Amplifier VENTILATION: When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 60 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 30 cm at each side). WARNING: Slot and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, to prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked and covered with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. [. . . ] THX MUSICMODE is for multi channel digital sources that were not produced for a theatrical release-- typically music. This mode creates two extra channels of natural, ambient sound and plays them through the surround back speakers. 55 En BASIC Basic Operation ADVANCED CINEMA modes The ADVANCED CINEMA mode is a newly designed system for enhancing movie soundtracks and other audiovisual sources that optimizes its effects in accordance with your source, LISTENING CH SELECT and speaker configuration. There are six ADVANCED CINEMA settings that use DSP (Digital Signal Processing) to create different types of sound environments. ACTION This mode is designed for action movies, which generally use lots of sound effects. The mode enriches the sound to make it more realistic and extends the parameters to pick up high and low sound effects. SCI-FI This mode is designed for science fiction movies. It creates a broad sound space, separating dialog from sound effects to heighten the overall impact of the soundtrack. DRAMA This mode is designed for movies with a lot of dialog. The elements of dialog are enhanced, making the characters seem more real. The mode also compresses the dynamic range somewhat so loud sounds do not overpower softer ones (compare this with the MIDNIGHT listening mode explained on p. 59). MUSICAL This mode is primarily for music and adds a spacious feeling to the sound. A long delay time of reflected sounds provides resonant tones which emulate a concert hall. MONOFILM This mode is designed for older movies which are recorded with mono soundtracks. The special sound processing of this mode will allow you to experience these movies in surround sound even though they were not recorded that way originally. 5/7-D THEATER (The display changes to 5-D or 7-D depending on the sources, LISTENING CH SELECT and speaker configurations. ) This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to stereo sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic and broad sound space, allowing two-channel (stereo) signals to faithfully imitate a five speaker sound. The mode should be used in conjunction with Dolby Pro Logic for sources bearing the DOLBY SURROUND mark. 56 En Basic Operation ADVANCED CONCERT modes The ADVANCED CONCERT (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing either two-channel or multichannel sources. It optimizes its effects in accordance with your speaker configuration, source and LISTENING CH SELECT choice. CLASSICAL Simulates the acoustic effects of a large concert hall. A long delay time of reflected sounds, coupled with reverb effects, let the listener experience the dynamic and rich sounds characteristic of concert halls and powerful orchestral performances. CHAMBER Simulates the acoustic environment of a very resonant concert hall. Rich reverberation and a full sound create the impression of a lively performance space. JAZZ Simulates the acoustic effects of a jazz club. Reflected sound is virtually below 100 msec so that the listener can experience a live band effect. ROCK Simulates the acoustic effects of a mid-sized concert hall. The listener can experience a live band effect with good separation of the instruments, a strong bass and the vivid feeling of a live performance. DANCE Simulates the acoustic effects of a dance club. Reflected sound delay time is virtually below 50 msec, for the listener to experience the visceral power of dance music. 5/7CH STEREO (The display changes to 5CH or 7CH depending on the sources, LISTENING CH SELECT and speaker configurations. ) Simulates the acoustic environment of a regular stereo while using all the speakers in the system to induce a rich, all-around sound. Adjusting the Effect of Advanced Listening Modes The ADVANCED listening modes (ADVANCED CINEMA modes and ADVANCED CONCERT modes) have sound processing added to accentuate a certain kind of atmosphere or effect (see the preceding pages for explanation). You can choose if you want to strengthen or weaken this effect in the given mode. The following instructions show you how to adjust the amount of effect. 22 Amplifier TONE BASS/ TREBLE VIDEO SELECT SPEAKER A/B EFFECT/ CH SEL. SIGNAL SELECT MAIN SUB 1 Press the EFFECT/CH SEL. button repeatedly until you see "EFFECT" in the amplifier's display. 2 Use the +/­ buttons to add or subtract the amount of effect. BASIC DISPLAY DIMMER STATUS SYSTEM SETUP memo 1 · The amount of effect can be adjusted ranging from 10 to 90 by pressing +/­. [. . . ] 1 AC power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 U-shaped connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Reference Calibration Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]