Pioneer VSX-1021: Before you start
Before you start: Pioneer VSX-1021

Installing AVNavigator
1 Load the included AVNavigator
CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive.
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The installation screen is displayed. Proceed
to step 2.
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If the installation screen does not appear,
double-click on the CD-ROM icon then start
the installer (AVNV_XXX_xxx.exe).
2 Follow the instructions on the screen
to install.
When “Finish” is selected, installation is
completed.
3 Remove the included AVNavigator
CD-ROM from the computer’s CD drive.
Handling the CD-ROM
Operating Environment
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This CD-ROM can be used with Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP/Vista/7.
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A browser is at times used for AVNavigator
functions. The supported browser is Microsoft
Internet Explorer 6, 7 and 8. With other
browsers, some functions may be limited or
the display may not appear properly.
Precautions For Use
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This CD-ROM is for use with a personal
computer. It cannot be used with a DVD
player or music CD player. Attempting to play
this CD-ROM with a DVD player or music
CD player can damage speakers or cause
impaired hearing due to the large volume.
License
!
Please agree to the “Terms of Use” indicated
below before using this CD-ROM. Do not use if
you are unwilling to consent to the terms of its
use.
Terms of Use
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Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM
belongs to PIONEER CORPORATION.
Unauthorized transfer, duplication, broadcast,
public transmission, translation, sales,
lending or other such matters that go beyond
the scope of “personal use” or “citation” as
defined by Copyright Law may be subject
to punitive actions. Permission to use this
CD-ROM is granted under license by PIONEER
CORPORATION.
General Disclaimer
!
PIONEER CORPORATION does not
guarantee the operation of this CD-ROM with
respect to personal computers using any
of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER
CORPORATION is not liable for any damages
incurred as a result of use of this CD-ROM
and is not responsible for any compensation.
The names of private corporations, products
and other entities described herein are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective firms.
Using AVNavigator
1 Click [AVNavigator] on the desktop to
launch AVNavigator.
AVNavigator is launched and
Wiring Navi
starts up. The language selection screen
appears. Follow the instructions on the screen
to make the connections and automatic
settings.
Wiring Navi
only starts up automatically the
first time AVNavigator is launched.
2 Select and use the desired function.
AVNavigator includes the following functions:
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Wiring Navi
– Guides you through
connections and initial settings in dialog
fashion. High precision initial settings can be
made easily.
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Before you start
Before you start
Checking what’s in the box
Please check that you’ve received the following
supplied accessories:
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Setup microphone (cable: 5 m)
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Remote control unit
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AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm
system operation) x2
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AM loop antenna
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FM wire antenna
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iPod cable
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Power cord
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Warranty card
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CD-ROM (AVNavigator)
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These quick start guide
Loading the batteries
The batteries included with the unit are to check
initial operations; they may not last over a long
period. We recommend using alkaline batteries
that have a longer life.
WARNING
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Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight
or other excessively hot place, such as inside a
car or near a heater. This can cause batteries
to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It
can also reduce the life or performance of
batteries.
CAUTION
Incorrect use of batteries may result in such
hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the
following precautions:
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Never use new and old batteries together.
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Insert the plus and minus sides of the
batteries properly according to the marks in
the battery case.
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Batteries with the same shape may have
different voltages. Do not use different
batteries together.
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When disposing of used batteries, please
comply with governmental regulations or
environmental public instruction’s rules that
apply in your country or area.
About using AVNavigator
(included CD-ROM)
The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains
Wiring Navi
allowing you to easily make the
receiver’s connections and initial settings in
dialog fashion. High precision initial settings
can be completed easily simply by following the
instructions on the screen to make the connec-
tions and settings.
There are also other features enabling easy use
of various functions, including an Interactive
Manual that operates in association with the
receiver, updating of various types of software,
and MCACC Application that lets you check the
MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs.

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Before you start
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Interactive Manual
– Automatically displays
the pages explaining the functions that have
been operated on the receiver. It is also
possible to operate the receiver from the
Interactive Manual.
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Glossary
– Displays glossary pages.
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MCACC Appli
– Displays Advanced
MCACC measurement results vividly on the
computer.
There are special operating instructions
for MCACC Application. These instructions
are included in the AVNavigator
Interactive Manual
’s menus. Refer to them
when using MCACC Application.
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Software Update
– Allows various types of
software to be updated.
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Settings
– Used to make various
AVNavigator settings.
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Detection
– Used to detect the receiver.
Note
To use the AVNavigator of another model, first
uninstall (delete) this receiver’s AVNavigator,
then install the AVNavigator of the other model.
Deleting the AVNavigator
You can use the following method to uninstall
(delete) the AVNavigator from your PC.
%
Delete from the Control Panel of the
PC.
From the Start menu, click “Program”
d
“PIONEER CORPORATION”
d
“AVNavigator(VSX-1021 or VSX-921)”
d
“Uninstall”.
Remote control
This section explains how to operate the remote
control for the receiver.
RECEIVER
D.ACCESS
CH LEVEL A.ATT
LISTENING MODE
DIMMER
SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP
TV / DTV
MPX
PQLS
PHASE CTRL
STATUS
PGM
iPod CTRL
HOME
MENU
TUNE
TUNE TOOLS
LIST
CH
TV CONTROL
INPUT
INPUT SELECT
iPod
USB
SAT
TUNER
VIDEO
TV CTRL
ZONE 2
ADPT
CD
TV
RCU SETUP
SOURCE
RECEIVER MULTI
OPERATION
BDR
BD
DVD
DVR
HMG
HDMI
RECEIVER
MUTE
MASTER
VOLUME
VOL
PRESET
TOP MENU
BAND
GUIDE
T.EDIT
VIDEO
PARAMETER
AUDIO
PARAMETER
ENTER
PRESET
RETURN
PTY
SEARCH
MENU
AUTO / ALC /
DIRECT
STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR
AUDIO
INFO
CLASS
ENTER
DISP
HDD
DVD
5
4
6
8
0
7
9
1
3
/ CLR
CH
22
S.RETRIEVER
2
1
2,3
4
5
9
10
6
7
8
11
13
12
14
15
The remote has been conveniently color-coded
according to component control using the follow-
ing system:
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White
– Receiver control, TV control
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Blue
– Other controls (See the Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM for detail.)
1
u
RECEIVER
This switches between standby and on for this
receiver.
2 MULTI OPERATION
Use this button to perform multi operations.
3 RCU SETUP
Use to input the preset code when making
remote control settings and to set the remote
control mode.
4 Input function buttons
Press to select control of other components.
Use
INPUT SELECT
c
/
d
to select the input
function (page 19).
5 ZONE 2
Switch to perform operations in
ZONE 2
.
6 TV CONTROL buttons
These buttons are dedicated to control the TV
assigned to the
TV CTRL
button.
7 Receiver setting buttons
Press
first to access:
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AUDIO PARAMETER
– Use to access the
Audio options.
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VIDEO PARAMETER
– Use to access the
Video options.
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HOME MENU
– Use to access the Home
Menu.
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RETURN
– Press to confirm and exit the
current menu screen.
8
i
/
j
/
k
/
l
/ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your
surround sound system and the Audio or Video
options.
9 Receiver Control buttons
Press
first to access:
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PHASE CTRL
– Press to switch on/off Phase
Control.
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STATUS
– Press to check selected receiver
settings.
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PQLS
– Press to select the PQLS setting.
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S.RETRIEVER
– Press to restore CD quality
sound to compressed audio sources.
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SIGNAL SEL
– Use to select an input signal.
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MCACC
– Press to switch between MCACC
presets.
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SLEEP
– Use to put the receiver in sleep
mode and select the amount of time before
sleep.
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CH LEVEL
– Press repeatedly to select a
channel, then use
k
/
l
to adjust the level.
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A.ATT
– Attenuates (lowers) the level of an
analog input signal to prevent distortion.
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DIMMER
– Dims or brightens the display.
10 LISTENING MODE controls
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AUTO/ALC/DIRECT
– Switches between
Auto Surround, Auto Level Control mode and
Stream Direct mode.
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STEREO
– Press to select stereo playback
mode.
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STANDARD
– Press for Standard decoding
and to switch various modes (
2
Pro Logic,
Neo:6, etc.) (page 19).
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ADV SURR
– Use to switch between the
various surround modes (page 19).
11 Remote control LED
Lights when a command is sent from the
remote control.
12 TV CTRL
Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer
when controlling the TV.
13
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.
14 MASTER VOLUME +/–
Use to set the listening volume.
15 MUTE
Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has
been muted (adjusting the volume also restores
the sound).
Оглавление
- Contents
- Before you start
- Connecting your equipment
- Basic Setup
- Basic playback
- Table des matières
- Avant de commencer
- Raccordement de votre équipement
- Configuration de base
- Lecture de base
- Inhaltsverzeichnis
- Vor der Inbetriebnahme
- Anschluss der Geräte
- Grundlegende Einrichtung
- Grundlegende Wiedergabe
- Contenuto
- Prima di iniziare
- Collegamento dell’apparecchio
- Impostazioni di base
- Riproduzione di base
- Inhoud
- Voordat u begint
- De apparatuur aansluiten
- Basisinstellingen
- Basisbediening voor afspelen
- Contenido
- Antes de comenzar
- Conexión del equipo
- Configuración básica
- Reproducción básica
- Содержание
- Перед началом работы
- Подключение оборудования
- Основная настройка
- Основные операции воспроизведения