AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL
RECEIVER
VSX-9130TXH-K
Operating Instructions
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IMPORTANT NOTICE THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.
PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND
KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate
the equipment.
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CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the
unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and
televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Product Name:
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
Model Number:
VSX-9130TXH-K
Responsible Party Name:
PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC.
Address:
1925 E. DOMINGUEZ ST. LONG BEACH, CA 90801-1760, U.S.A.
Phone:
1-800-421-1404
CAUTION
The
STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the
power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the
unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut
down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been
installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged
from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire
hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the
AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for
example, when on vacation).
Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 ºC to +35 ºC (+41 ºF to +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)
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WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the
equipment.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
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
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product, and to protect it from overheating. To
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers,
table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the
equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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BY
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The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
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Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires
repair will be charged for even during the warranty
period.
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WARNING
The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel.
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Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
section carefully.
WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
or shock hazard, do not place any container filled
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
or moisture.
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This product contains mercury. Disposal of this
material may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or
the Electronics Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.
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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
sure it is properly disposed of after removal.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
the mains plug from the wall socket when left
unused for a long period of time (for example, when
on vacation).
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WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or
cords associated with accessories sold with the
product will expose you to chemicals listed on
proposition 65 known to the State of California and
other governmental entities to cause cancer and
birth defect or other reproductive harm.
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Wash hands after handling
For U.S. and Australia Model
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Contents
01 Before you start
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Checking what's in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Loading the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
02 5 minute guide
Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Automatically setting up for surround sound
(Auto MCACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . . 11
Playing a source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
03 Connecting your equipment
Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
When making cable connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
About HDMI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting your TV and DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting your Blu-ray disc player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver
or other set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR
and other video sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the component video jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connecting digital audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
About the WMA9 Pro decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting analog audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting a component to the front panel inputs . . . . 20
Installing your speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Placing the speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting external antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
04 Controls and displays
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Operating range of remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
05 Listening to your system
Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Listening in stereo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using Front Stage Surround Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Selecting MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using surround back channel processing . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using the Virtual Surround Back mode . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using the genre synchronizing function. . . . . . . . . . . . 35
06 Using the tuner
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Improving FM stereo sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using Neural THX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Naming station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
07 The System Setup menu
Making receiver settings from the System
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Automatic MCACC (Expert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Manual MCACC setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Fine Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Data Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
X-Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
THX Audio Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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.
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