Pioneer VSX-522-K User Manual

This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that will allow you 

to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the 

controls of this receiver.

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The USB cable (for iPod connection) is not included with 

this receiver. For the cable connection, refer to also the 

operating instructions for iPod.

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For instructions on playing the iPod, see 

Playing an iPod on 

page 22

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When the ARC function is ON and the receiver is 

connected to a compatible TV with an HDMI cable, and you 

switch the input of the TV when the receiver’s selection is 
iPod/USB

 input, the receiver may automatically switch to 

. If this happens, switch the receiver's input back to the 

original input, or turn OFF the ARC function (see 

Setup menu on page 33

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It is possible to listen to two-channel audio using the USB 

interface on the front of this receiver.

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This receiver does not support a USB hub.

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For instructions on playing the USB device, see 

USB device on page 23

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Only plug in after you have connected all your components to 

this receiver, including the speakers.

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Handle the power cord by the plug part. Do not pull out the 

plug by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord 

when your hands are wet, as this could cause a short 

circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of 

furniture, or other object on the power cord or pinch the 

cord in any other way. Never make a knot in the cord or tie 

it with other cables. The power cords should be routed so 

that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power 

cord can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Check 

the power cord once in a while. If you find it damaged, ask 

your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service 

company for a replacement.

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The receiver should be disconnected by removing the 

mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, 

e.g., when on vacation.

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After this receiver is connected to an AC outlet, a 2 second 

to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins. You 

cannot carry out any operations during this process. The 
HDMI

 indicator in the front panel display blinks during this 

process, and you can turn on this receiver once it has 

stopped blinking. When you set ARC at HDMI setup to OFF, 

you can skip this process. For details, see 

menu on page 33

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iPod/iPhone

USB cable 

(for iPod connection)

This receiver

USB mass 

storage device

This receiver