The "Official" Pioneer VSX-1019AH Owner's Thread - Page 101

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What caught my interest was the Example 2 mentioned above. Is the Pioneer 1019/919 also capable of this? I was not aware that it is possible to pair up a video input (from say HDMI or component) and ANOTHER audio (analog).

Can the Pioneer really do this?

I have an order at J+R as well, and am waiting... impatiently... for my 919 to arrive. When I spoke with J+R a couple weeks back, they didn't know when to expect stock. So I called Pioneer directly, and while they have stock for direct order, they indicated they showed they're receiving additional stock on the 22nd (which would be today) and that usually retailers receive additional stock within a couple days of pioneer direct receiving it. So hopefully J+R will get some early next week and ship stuff out.

FYI - I don't have the problem and never had it. Someone else with a CCFL backlit TV came up with tape solution.


EXCELLENT idea.

Add to the FAQ:
[Q] When I switch from SD to HD channels on my DirecTV DVR I lose all audio, how can this be fixed?
[A] Use an optical (Toslink) cable for audio and HDMI for video. Change the audio settings in Input selection area of the GUI. Make sure your DirecTV box is set to output Dolby Digital as well. Then use the Signal Sel button to effect the change once your on the TV/SAT input.

When I first came into the thread I read about 60 pages and that information allowed me to make an informed purchase. Since then I've been adding what I can to help others. As noted the same handful of questions keep coming up, so an FAQ would be even better.

Sorry JMII, I thought it was you who had the remote problem. Nice to hear that you don't have any problem with your unit.

I second gunsmoker's idea of an FAQ section regarding the 1019. But is it possible to make changes on the 1st page of this thread? I thought someone who has posted on the 1st page will need to update their post to put the FAQs in. Maybe, we can start a new thread with the FAQs put up first, and the OP can keep adding as and when other members of the thread help him out with FAQs and answers.

If people can post known FAQs along with their solutions, all the OP has to do is copy and paste them in an updated version of the 1st post.

What say?

Yes and No it can, but requires you to run some extra analog (RCA) audio cables. For example the TV/SAT input has analog RCA audio jacks so if you plug your other audio device (CD player, computer, etc) into that input you can use the Signal Sel button on the remote to switch audio sources connected to the corresponding input.

Page 58 of the manual explains it but doesn't really give examples of using two different sources.

Thanks for the status. If they don't get it next week, I may just bite the bullet and order direct. I'm not happy with the 819, and getting close to the 30 day limit on returning it.

I know about the SIGNAL SEL option. Had read an earlier post regarding this. But the post I quoted above mentioned that even if you change the source to an "analog-audio only" source, the video of the previous source still remains. That was what I wanted to ask.

Anyways will be trying this out when I get and set up my receiver, which should be before the end of February. Patience...patience....

If you bought the 819 from J+R I'd give them a call and see if they'll extend their return window for you as you're waiting on the 919.

From what I have gathered this is the receiver for what I am planning.
It is going to be the last thing purchased just to make sure. I have a link to a forum on here where I am trying find a 5.1 system.
I am having a tough time with that because I need to make a decision right away. I'm am a noob trying to break out of my cocoon. I have done hours and hours of research the past few weeks, mainly on just a whole house audio system. I'm having trouble getting speaker and sub suggestions. Can you guys provide some 5.1 help on my other forum?

I do have another quick question. On the multi zone of the 1019 I plan on running 4 sets of speakers of of zone 2. I would have some type of switch box, to select which ones on and off. I guess? Can this receiver handle that? And is it going to be able to play the same music on both zones at once?

Obviously I have plenty of other questions that I can find the answers to later. On a side note I ordered the SiriusConnect, mainly so I could wire the antenna outdoors before the wires go up. I've also got 14 awg cl speaker wire from monoprice and series 1 Blue Jeans Hdmi (45ft) on the way.

Hey, here's the link to my 5.1, ugh, search. I give exact dimensions (of my dilemma space), and maybe a better explanation of that space at the bottom of the first/only page. If you have any 5.1 suggestions would you mind sticking your neck out with ideas, links, or whatever.
Thanks. Welp...See you later.
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1218521

EDIT: I ended up purchasing the f-12 sub and Take Classic 5 pack.

Yes they make switch boxes that can handle multiple speakers. You can also use the Zone 2 preouts to drive as many speakers as you like by adding amps or a whole-home distribution system. Zone 2 can play the same audio source as the main zone or a different analog source. In the case of the 1019 it can also play the iPod & Sirius in Zone 2, but the 919 can NOT do this. See page 31 & 69 of the manual for more info.

As for general 5.1 help, all I can say is a good subwoofer is worth every penny. I'm running a HSU STF-2. Before I had Infinity and Sony but they couldn't hold a candle to the HSU.

My 1019 has been acting up lately. Sometimes it will not turn on by using the remote. It will work 10 times without issues then all of a sudden it won't respond anymore. I physically have to push the power button on the front of the receiver to turn it on. Once it is on it will respond to remote commands again for a while then after a while it will stop again and i will have to push the power button again to get it to respond. Anyone have any ideas what's going on?

Yes, this has been a problem with some owners and has been reported here. Its more of an inconvenience than a real problem, but its an inconvenience nevertheless. One poster tried a little sticking tape over the IR of the receiver and that solved his problem. He said, it might have been due to a backlit CCFL from his LCD.

No. I was in a hurry and paid too much. But do let me know if you hear anything, and I'll do the same.

I tested this last night and... it does NOT work. I was on the TV/SAT input then switched over to CD and = blank screen / no video. I think Yamaha's have the feature your talking about.

Thanks for testing it out for me. It's all right. It would have been just an added feature if it was there. It's definitely not a deal-breaker. Thanks anyways.

I have the receiver for 4 months now.This problem started right after a power outage, in the middle of the night, last week. When the power returned the receiver was on and in kuro link ON mode. No other settings seemed to be affected. I could not shut it off. Whenever I hit the power button it would say "passthrough" on the display. I had to unplug it to get it to shut off. I then shut off kuro link. Since then it has been having this issue turning on. I have tried multiple remotes, even my Harmony One, and none will turn it on. Could it have been damaged or could the setting be corrupted?
Will leaving it unplugged for a while help? Any ideas?

You have some interference that affects the particular bitstream for the power on/off code. Try changing the remote code set. This AVR supports 4 different code sets. See in the manual how to switch the AVR and the remote. I use set 4, because the other three somewhat overlap with my TV code set - if I turn up the volume of the AVR, the TV switches on/off. Keep in mind that if you are using a Harmony remote, only the main code set is available on the Harmony site and you will have to learn the button codes with the remote.

In your honest opinion: Do you think the Pioneer 1019 is better than the Denon 2310; If you could change receivers, would you?

If gunsmoker's suggestions don't work, you might want to consider reseting all the receiver's settings back to the factory default.

Per instructions on p. 72 of the manual, use the front panel controls to do this:

* Set MULTI-ZONE to OFF.
* Switch the receiver into standby.
* While holding down ENTER on the front panel, press STANDBY/ON. The display shows RESET .
* Select RESET' using PRESET +/-, then press ENTER on the front panel. The display shows RESET? OK.
* Press ENTER to confirm. OK appears in the display to indicate that the receiver has been reset to the factory default settings.

I noticed that the "Up Mix" function is turned on by default. However, I am using my 919 as part of a 5.1 system. Should I turn Up Mix off or does it make no difference at all to just leave it on? Thanks in advance

Check your MCACC settings and see if the Surround Back speakers (SBR and SBL) are set to NO, meaning you haven't connected them. Then, if the UP MIX option is still set to YES, just turn it off. Not sure if it will make a difference, try it and report back. IMO it should not make too much of a difference.

I know this question might be a little newbieish, but what is a good crossover frequency for the Onkyo sks-ht540 speakers with these specs:

Product Features

* 130 watts total output on 2-way bass reflex front, center, and surround speakers
* Bass reflex powered subwoofer with 230 watts output
* Front and center 2-way speakers feature 5" diaphragm woofers and 1" balanced floating tweeter
* Surround speakers feature a 3 1/8" cone woofer and a 3/4" balanced dome tweeter
* Subwoofer construction includes a 10" cone driver

The stats you cite are not sufficient to answer the question. Ideally, the speaker manufacturer would mention their recommended crossover settings, or at least the speaker's frequency response.

There are a number of variables involved, but an educated guess is that your 3-1/8" speakers won't go much below 120Hz, so 150Hz would be a good place to start. (The crossover should be above the speaker's lower FR limit.) You might try 100Hz as well, and see if that sounds better to you.

Macfan, I auditioned the KEFs today (KHT-2005.3 with KUBE-2 Sub). They were set up with a Denon 4310, which I know is in a league way ahead of the 919. I heard them at quite a high volume. And the salesman said that only 30% of the Denon's power was actually being used.

I was pretty impressed with the sound quality of the KEFs and am 95% sure I'll be going in for them. Will I get as good a sound (having them connected to the 919) as I heard today (with the Denon 4310). I'm guessing that if the Denon was using only 30% power for these speakers, then the 919 should have no problem powering them up.

Am I right? Will I get a similar sound with the 919?

Yes, the surround backs are set to NO. Regardless, the "Up Mix" indicator is lit on the 919, and the manual confirms that Up Mix is ON by default. I understand what the benefits of this feature would be on a 7.1 configuration, but since mine is 5.1, I was simply wondering if I should turn Up Mix to OFF or if it made no difference.

Well, the listening room will have an effect on sound that's more significant than the AVR. So the KEF's may sound somewhat different at home in any case. The room is second only to the speakers themselves in determining sound quality. The EQ employed (or not) also has a great effect. But as many variables as possible being equal, you should find the KEF's will sound very similar with the 919 as they did with the Denon. Any difference should be quite subtle.

It's always best to have the option to audition audio equipment in your own listening room. A generous return policy is worth some extra cost.

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Thanks Macfan. I do admit, the listening room would make a difference. By the way, the (sort-of) wooden flooring was literally vibrating because of the KUBE-2. Don't think I'll have the same effect at home as I have tiles laid out on the floor at home. Still, I think I'm going to be pretty happy with the KEFs. Shall keep you posted when I set up my system sometime by the 20th or 21st of Feb.

Thanks for all the help.

NEED HELP!

First, my configuration (all new...purchased 2 months ago and set up by Geek Squad on 12/12):

TV: Samsung LN55B640
Receiver: Pio 1019
BD: Pio 320
Speakers: all Polk Audio
center - CS1
Monitor 50s (all four floorstanding 2 front/2 surround/one the side)
sub - PSW110

I am having problems with my Sub. Cannot hear anything coming out of it during movies/music. May have been like this for a few weeks, but then just started to notice the last 2 weeks.

When I unplug and then plug in sub from the power source or removing and reattaching sub audio cord to the 1019 there is definitely a "thud" sound that comes from the sub. However, as mentioned above, no sound coming from sub during movies/music.

HELP!

Do Auto MCACC again and set your speakers to SMALL and the Sub to YES. Set the crossover at 80Hz, and you should be set.

thanks for your post! I found more info on onkyo's website http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=...ss=Speaker&p=s

Front Speakers

Type 2-Way, Bass Reflex
Woofer 5" OMF Diaphragm x 2
Tweeter 1" Balanced-Dome, Floating
Frequency Response 55 Hz-50 kHz
Sensitivity 86 dB/W/m
Max. Power 130 W
Nominal Impedance 8 ohm
Dimensions (W x H x D) 6-3/16" x 17-1/16" x 7-7/8"
Weight 8.4 lbs.

Surround Speakers

Type 2-Way, Bass Reflex
Woofer 3-1/8" Cone
Tweeter 3/4" Balanced-Dome
Frequency Response 60 Hz-20 kHz
Sensitivity 82 dB/W/m
Max. Power 130 W
Nominal Impedance 8 ohm
Dimensions (W x H x D) 6-7/8" x 10-7/16" x 4"
Weight 3.1 lbs.

Center Speaker

Type 2-Way, Bass Reflex
Woofer 5" OMF Diaphragm x 2
Tweeter 1" Balanced-Dome, Floating
Frequency Response 55 Hz-50 kHz
Sensitivity 86 dB/W/m
Max. Power 130 W
Nominal Impedance 8 ohm
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/16" x 6-3/16" x 7-7/8"
Weight 8.4 lbs.

Subwoofer

Type Bass Reflex Powered
Woofer 10" Cone
Tweeter -
Frequency Response 25 Hz-150 kHz
Sensitivity -
Max. Power 230 W
Nominal Impedance -
Dimensions (W x H x D) 10-13/16" x 18-5/8" x 17-11/16"
Weight 25.4 lbs.

thats all the info i could find