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post #481 of 898
3/1/13 at 2:40pm
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Originally Posted by tbooth View Post

I wanted to thank everyone for their troubleshooting tips. I received the correct power supply for the Dune and it worked immediately after I plugged it in. The display on the front of the Dune is now much brighter as well. I guess it just wasn't getting enough juice. biggrin.gif

It couldn't be the receiver. Now you can enjoy the full potential of your system.

Congrats!!!
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

I'm wondering the same thing. With my old Kenwood, I barely had the volume a quarter turn. Now I have it cranked almost to max. I'm also hoping I'm plugged into the right output. The quick start guide shows subwoofer 1 but the av navigator showed it going into the zone 2 out which didn't make sense to me.

I recommend not using the AVnavigator. the PC version has some bugs, like that known bug in the sub connection. Use directly the manual. it is really good.
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

I finally had a chance to set mine up today. It was delivered on Tuesday, but I was away on business. I've got a lot of tweaking to do, but have things working for the most part. I have a couple of concerns at this point in addition to the low subwoofer output.

I'm having issues with the remote. It controls the volume, and will change inputs, etc., but it won't open up the home menu nor control anything in the menus. I've had to do it all at the receiver. Is it a bad remote or is there some setting that needs to be addressed to give it full control?

Another issue is getting audio from tv to the receiver via optical cable. I'm sending audio, as well as video, directly from the cable TV box for watching TV, but I had been taking advantage of the smart tv features by sending audio back to my receiver via digital optical, and it worked fine with my Kenwood. I've got no sound with this, and I checked to make sure I reconfigured the input settings. Is there something I'm missing?

I'm a bit frustrated at this point. I didn't have HDMI capability with my old receiver, but I'm wondering if maybe simpler is better. Hopefully I'm just making some rookie mistakes with the set up so far.

I do not have any problem with my bass, you must be missing something. Have you already calibrated the system with the Adv. MCACC?

I recommend connecting the TV only through HDMI and connect everything else to the receiver. nonetheless it will work if you connect both to the TV, Forget the optical link for audio. That was the past.

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post #482 of 898
3/1/13 at 5:09pm
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Originally Posted by javygonx View Post

I have your solution. Check your inbox and try that setup. Them post your results.

Thanks for the sub setup guide. It worked great!

The SQ is really nice. The iPad AVControl2012 works great also.

Still have a bit more learning regarding all the different settings.

Bob
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post #483 of 898
3/1/13 at 5:25pm
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Originally Posted by GaryWA View Post

You need to press the "RECEIVER" button on the remote to get to the settings.

For the optical, make sure you have your source on the AVR set to either TV or BDR depending on which optical port you used.
Aahh, got the audio streaming frommthe TV now. In had to set my source onnthe AVR to TV, duh! Thank you. I still haven't gotten the remote to cooperate with commanding settings though. Guess I'll have to keep tinkering, and studying. Learning about this AVR is like going back to school.

And I am getting output from my sub, it's just that I have to turn it's volume quite a bit more than I am used to doing to get it tuned in. And inhad tomgo not settings and turn it on manually. As I went throughnthe MCACC set up is asked me to turn on the sub, but mine comes on automatically when it gets a signal. There is nomway to do it manually. But we're gettingnthere. Things are sounding much better. Thanks to all for your patience and prompt response. Maybe I'll be able to help someone else down the road when I get to know this thing better.
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post #484 of 898
3/1/13 at 5:43pm
Korkster,
Try pressing "net" on the remote to navigate through the menus. I believe that will work. I'm at work, so I can't double check.
Make sure you have your sub hooked up the the right output. I've read that the set-up disk tells you to use the wrong one. I'm not sure, I never looked at the disc. I did't have to turn up my sub (SVS 20-39pci) and it sounds great. Set your speakers to "small" and try crossing over at 80hz.
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post #485 of 898
3/1/13 at 5:45pm
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

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Aahh, got the audio streaming frommthe TV now. In had to set my source onnthe AVR to TV, duh! Thank you. I still haven't gotten the remote to cooperate with commanding settings though. Guess I'll have to keep tinkering, and studying.
Well studying helped. I just realized that that there was a separate "RECEIVER" button on the remote. Every time I read that you had to hit the receiver button first, I was thinking it was the power button that has receiver written above it. Again, duh! But I'm learning. As I've said in earlier posts,you're dealing with a dinosaur here. My old receiver was over twenty years old. :-0 Thanks again. Now back to studying.
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post #486 of 898
3/2/13 at 6:13am
I have a weird hdmi Cec issue. I have my Directtv as my default input programmed into the cbl/ sat input and standby. But sometimes when I turn on the the Directtv and TV together with the directtv remote, instead of staying in standby the receiver comes on, displays the Directtv input for a few seconds and then switches to TV input where nothing is programmed or connected. I want some Cec control because I like using a single remote to adjust the volume when the pio is on. This happens with control mode both on and off.
Any ideas?

The TV is lg 60 lm 7200.. If that helps.
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post #487 of 898
3/2/13 at 8:39am
newegg has open box 1222 for $412 would you buy new or $412 open box?
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post #488 of 898
3/2/13 at 8:49am
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Originally Posted by DonnerParty View Post

I want some Cec control because I like using a single remote to adjust the volume when the pio is on.
I don't know what's going on there, but it doesn't surprise me that CEC is not working right for you. I've tried to use it several times in the past but got bad results. However, I have my DirecTV dvr plugged into my Pio SC-1522 cbl/sat hdmi input, and I have no problem using the DirecTV remote to control volume and mute on the AVR. So if that's what you want to do, it should be possible. (But if you want that remote to control TV volume when the AVR is turned off, that's something else -- that might require you to switch the remote to TV mode.)

The D* remote controls 4 devices: D*, av1, av2, tv. You want to set av2 to your Pio receiver and set the Vol button to punch through to av2, so you can leave the remote device switch in the D* position and still use the Vol and Mute controls for the Pio AVR.

I used my D* DVR to set the av2 device to the Pio AVR, using menu > Settings > Remote Control > Program Remote > Change AV2. The DVR did not know my exact Pio model, but I used "vsx1122k" (I think), and that worked. You should be able to set volume punch through on the same menu page, by going to > Advanced > Volume Lock.

The DirecTV web site also has a help page for setting up your DirecTV remote.
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post #489 of 898
3/2/13 at 8:52am
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Originally Posted by eggie View Post

newegg has open box 1222 for $412 would you buy new or $412 open box?
that is a very good question? have any of u bought used from new egg?
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post #490 of 898
3/2/13 at 8:59am
sending mine back today sealed box to Newegg.. Decided I do not want MCACC.... Want EQ on subs... Sorry
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post #491 of 898
3/2/13 at 8:59am
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Originally Posted by eggie View Post

newegg has open box 1222 for $412 would you buy new or $412 open box?

I would not unless you can get the remote and mic for less than 100$. They don't guarantee it contains all the accessories.
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post #492 of 898
3/2/13 at 9:20am
Well, I've been very happy with this receiver, but today I was listening to music a little louder than normal (no wife and no kids around) and tha AVR all if the suddent turned off. I turned it on manually since the app wouldn't work and the same thing happened.

The same thing happened to me before with my prior AVR. I found out that two of my speaker wires red/white were touching. So I am wondering if this is happening with this one.

I didn't have time to check at the moment I am out trying to replace my car that was totaled. If anyone else has had the same issue and you found and fixed the problem let me know

Thanks.
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post #493 of 898
3/2/13 at 9:34am
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Originally Posted by jlm86 View Post

sending mine back today sealed box to Newegg.. Decided I do not want MCACC.... Want EQ on subs... Sorry

Advanced MCACC also does sub EQ. I am sorry that you had found calibration too complicated.

Regards
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post #494 of 898
3/2/13 at 9:43am
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Originally Posted by okibcn View Post

Advanced MCACC also does sub EQ. I am sorry that you had found calibration too complicated.

Regards

I've used Audyssey and compared to MCACC it sounds almost the same. I think MCACC has better vocals. Actors voices sound clearer to me. Then again it might just me being fooled by my new center channel.
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post #495 of 898
3/2/13 at 2:04pm
You can get $50 dollars discount with promo code VMEPROMOMAR13. So, it would be $500 + free shipping. I am contacting newegg.com about this. Since I only bought it 2 days ago, I am hoping to get a discount since I need to buy other stuff. Doesn't hurt to ask

NOTE: when you check out with V.me by Visa
Edited by GusGus748s - 3/2/13 at 2:30pm
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post #496 of 898
3/2/13 at 2:31pm
the code worked untill i tryed to pay than it said expired
Edited by eggie - 3/2/13 at 2:51pm
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post #497 of 898
3/2/13 at 2:52pm
$50 code only works with visa payment.
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post #498 of 898
3/2/13 at 3:03pm
Well, I guess my next hurdle is the network setup. I tried to open Pandora and I immediately get a server error message. I'm not sure why as I have AirPlay, IControl, Internet radio, etc. But its not a user name or password related issue, and I didn't set up anything in the network menu, so I'm thinking that's got to be it. But I didn't understand much of those instructions. My router is a Linksys WRT54G v2.2 if that is any help to anyone. I am using a Netgear universal wifi adapter (WNCE2001) into the receiver. Anyone have any ideas?

BTW, I'm sorry to be "hogging" this thread with so many questions. This is a great receiver, but it should come with it's own Pioneer tech. to help you get it set up.
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post #499 of 898
3/2/13 at 3:09pm
just bought it for $529 , seems people like it than the ones that dont like it.
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post #500 of 898
3/2/13 at 3:40pm
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Originally Posted by GusGus748s View Post

Well, I've been very happy with this receiver, but today I was listening to music a little louder than normal (no wife and no kids around) and tha AVR all if the suddent turned off. I turned it on manually since the app wouldn't work and the same thing happened.

The same thing happened to me before with my prior AVR. I found out that two of my speaker wires red/white were touching. So I am wondering if this is happening with this one.

I didn't have time to check at the moment I am out trying to replace my car that was totaled. If anyone else has had the same issue and you found and fixed the problem let me know

Thanks.

I believe I've found the problem why my receiver was turning off after playing music for approximately 5 to 7 minutes. I used to have a 7.1 systems, but now I've got a 5.1 system. I mad the mistake to connect the surround back left / right cable behind the receiver. Well, the other end wasn't connected to anything, and both the positive (red) and negative (black) banana connector were touching.

So, this happened to me before with the other set of speakers, and the older receiver was turning off as well, and I found one of the red/black cable were touching. So, I am hoping this will fix the issue since I really like how this receiver + my speaker set up sound. I haven't even run MCACC yet. I am going to run it right now.

However, I will be replacing my current monoprice banana plugs with some sewell dealbots and blades banana plugs.
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post #501 of 898
3/2/13 at 4:52pm
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

Well, I guess my next hurdle is the network setup. I tried to open Pandora and I immediately get a server error message. I'm not sure why as I have AirPlay, IControl, Internet radio, etc. But its not a user name or password related issue, and I didn't set up anything in the network menu, so I'm thinking that's got to be it. But I didn't understand much of those instructions. My router is a Linksys WRT54G v2.2 if that is any help to anyone. I am using a Netgear universal wifi adapter (WNCE2001) into the receiver. Anyone have any ideas?

BTW, I'm sorry to be "hogging" this thread with so many questions. This is a great receiver, but it should come with it's own Pioneer tech. to help you get it set up.

You have to go under the AVR's set up, and input your user name and password there. That's the way I got it working. If you want to turn on / off the AVR using the iControlAV2012 app you have to make sure to have Network Standby ON. Or else it won't work.
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post #502 of 898
3/2/13 at 5:09pm
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Originally Posted by eggie View Post

just bought it for $529 , seems people like it than the ones that dont like it.

It has a few minor issues, but for $530, I love it. With my set up, I've got to make sure that the TV is under HDMI 1, if for some reason or another its not, and I have to put it on HDMI 1 while the AVR is one, it wont end any video. So, I have got to turn it off, and then back on and it works. I hate the remote. So, I use the iControlAV20120 app, which works great on the iphone, and it works even better on the iPad.
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post #503 of 898
3/2/13 at 11:46pm
Would you guys recommend to buy the extended warranty for this AVR? Since it only has 1 year manufacturer warranty?
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post #504 of 898
3/3/13 at 10:27am
Bought one off Newegg for $372 open box. I have a Harmony remote already and I suppose I could use the calibration mic from my VSX-9040 if it doesn't have one included.
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post #505 of 898
3/3/13 at 10:39am
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Originally Posted by TheSchlaf View Post

Bought one off Newegg for $372 open box. I have a Harmony remote already and I suppose I could use the calibration mic from my VSX-9040 if it doesn't have one included.

I think there is a good chance it will come with the accessories. I just didn't want to gamble. Good luck!!
Salem
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post #506 of 898
3/3/13 at 10:53am
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Originally Posted by GusGus748s View Post

You have to go under the AVR's set up, and input your user name and password there. That's the way I got it working. If you want to turn on / off the AVR using the iControlAV2012 app you have to make sure to have Network Standby ON. Or else it won't work.

Thanks for the thought, but I wish it were that easy. I was that far, entered my user name and password, but when
I hit enter, it immediately says "server error." It doesn't even attempt to connect with Pandora. I can get Pandora via my smart-tv, and send the audio from the tv to the receiver, but it bugs me that I can't get the receiver to open it on it's own. Maybe I'll try calling Pioneer once, but i haven't heard of too many people having much success with that.
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post #507 of 898
3/3/13 at 10:59am
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

Thanks for the thought, but I wish it were that easy. I was that far, entered my user name and password, but when
I hit enter, it immediately says "server error." It doesn't even attempt to connect with Pandora. I can get Pandora via my smart-tv, and send the audio from the tv to the receiver, but it bugs me that I can't get the receiver to open it on it's own. Maybe I'll try calling Pioneer once, but i haven't heard of too many people having much success with that.
Have you done the firmware update ?
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post #508 of 898
3/3/13 at 11:04am
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Originally Posted by korkster View Post

Thanks for the thought, but I wish it were that easy. I was that far, entered my user name and password, but when
I hit enter, it immediately says "server error." It doesn't even attempt to connect with Pandora. I can get Pandora via my smart-tv, and send the audio from the tv to the receiver, but it bugs me that I can't get the receiver to open it on it's own. Maybe I'll try calling Pioneer once, but i haven't heard of too many people having much success with that.

Make sure you have the latest firmware update or else it won't work. It happened to me too.
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post #509 of 898
3/3/13 at 11:43am
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Originally Posted by TheSchlaf View Post

Bought one off Newegg for $372 open box. I have a Harmony remote already and I suppose I could use the calibration mic from my VSX-9040 if it doesn't have one included.

 

Did you have any discount codes?  I found the open box 1222k for 413 and free shipping.  The original remote from Pioneer is relatively cheap (compared to HK) @ 40  - 45 beans.  Harmon wanted 77 for the remote to my 3490 stereo receiver.

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post #510 of 898
3/3/13 at 12:39pm
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Originally Posted by Rob_63 View Post

Did you have any discount codes?  I found the open box 1222k for 413 and free shipping.  The original remote from Pioneer is relatively cheap (compared to HK) @ 40  - 45 beans.  Harmon wanted 77 for the remote to my 3490 stereo receiver.

It's all here:

http://slickdeals.net/f/5885936-Pioneer-SC-1222-K-7-2-Receiver-for-371?p=57954016#post57954016
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