Pioneer VSX-45TX Stereo Receiver User Manual


 
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Features
High Quality, Balanced Multichannel Design
The VSX-45TX receiver is constructed with Pioneer’s industry-leading advanced and well balanced multichannel
concept. This means it is designed to reproduce music and movie soundtracks as close as possible to the
intentions of the producer during mastering. The receiver uses a revolutionary 3-D Frame Construction
technique and a Symmetrical Power Train Design, with high-performance Advanced Direct Energy MOS-FET
output devices, generating 100 watts of power for 7 independent channels.
Multichannel Acoustic Calibration EQ System (MCACC)
In order to make setting up as easy as possible for users we have created the MCACC system. This unique and
convenient way of getting good surround sound from the receiver makes trouble-free set up a snap. With the
microphone equipped remote control plugged into the front panel with the remote control cable the MCACC
system creates a monitoring environment to establish the parameters of the sound for the specific room you are
using. The MCACC system adjusts the parameters to establish excellent surround sound effects and offer you
the best in home theater for the minimum of effort.
Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 and the Latest Audio and Video
Formats
The VSX-45TX is equipped with Dolby Digital EX decoding, the very latest Dolby Digital contribution to home
theater with surround back speakers in addition to surround speakers. These additional speakers make home
theater even more realistic and powerful. Naturally, you can also play all existing audio formats, including the
recently developed Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS-ES Extended Surround formats on the VSX-45TX as well. On the
video side, the component video output is fully compatible with high definition, progressive-scan digital video
(720p).
Universal Player Compatibility (DVD Audio/Super
Audio CD [SACD]
)
This receiver incorporates the latest technology and is able to handle cutting edge audio formats, like DVD Audio
and Super Audio CD (SACD) which are just hitting the market. Its high compatibility offers a variety of inputs to
decode all types of sources at the highest possible quality. The receiver’s multichannel input connections lets you
hook up eight discrete channels of audio.
12V Trigger and USB Audio Hooks ups
For extra convenience the 12V Trigger is a connection method that enables external components to turn on
automatically when the VSX-45TX is switched on. The USB Audio port is a future-oriented connector that allows
you to hook a USB-compatible PC to the receiver.
Audio Scaler (HI BIT/HI SAMPLING)
This new technology enables the user to hear CD and DVD, as well as other soundtracks at a wider dynamic
range, allowing for finer audio reproduction. This Audio Scaler approximates the audio of high end formats just
becoming available now.
LCD Illuminated Remote Control and Urushi Lacquer Aluminum Panel
This self-illuminating remote control simplifies operation even in a darkened home theater room. Preset codes
for other equipment and a learning function make it possible to use the remote control to operate products from
other manufacturers. The full range of receiver functions can be controlled using the remote. The smooth finish
and left-right symmetry of the urushi lacquer aluminum panel is emblematic of the high quality of the
equipment.
The Energy-saving Design
This unit is designed to use 0.8 W of energy when the receiver is in standby mode.
"DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround" and "Neo:6" are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Lucasfilm, Ltd. & TM. Surround EX
is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby
Laboratories, and is a trademark of Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved. Used under
authorization.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.