Pioneer VSX-AX3-K User Manual

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Listening in MIDNIGHT Mode
This useful feature makes it possible to get excellent surround sound effects even when listening at low volumes. It 
can be used with any surround sound source and play soundtracks so that the quieter sounds are audible even 
while playing a soundtrack at low volumes. This feature is applicable only when the master volume is under –20 dB.
1 Press the MIDNIGHT button on the 
remote control.
Each press switches MIDNIGHT mode on or off. When on, 
MIDNIGHT lights in the display.
Memo:
• The surround effect adjusts itself automatically in accor-
dance with the volume level.
• You can’t use the MIDNIGHT mode with the THX CIN-
EMA, MULTI CH IN or LOUDNESS modes.
• If you set MIDNIGHT on when in DIRECT mode the 
receiver switches to STEREO mode.
Listening in LOUDNESS Mode
The LOUDNESS mode boosts the bass and treble in a signal. It is useful for listening to music at low volumes. This 
feature is applicable only when the master volume is under –20 dB.
1 Press RECEIVER.
2 Press the LOUDNESS button on the 
remote control.
Each press switches LOUDNESS mode on or off. When 
on, LOUDNESS lights in the display.
Memo:
• You can’t use the LOUDNESS mode with the THX CIN-
EMA, MULTI CH IN or MIDNIGHT modes.
• If you set LOUDNESS on in DIRECT mode the receiver 
will switch to STEREO mode.
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