doctorD, I have the older Pioneer model AVR VSX-82TXS with all components connected by HDMI cables.
Your newer Pioneer AVR just might use the same procedures as mine to enable different modes of sound.
Check your manual to see if there is a section entitled, LISTENING TO YOUR SYSTEM. In my manual, this chapter lists the kinds of sound that are enabled through various cables (HDMI, analog, digital).
It presents graphics showing the keys on the remote control that should be pressed to obtain a particular sound. There is another chapter that shows which dials on the AVR that also do the same thing.
Another chapter in my manual entitled, STREAM DIRECT WITH DIFFERENT INPUT SIGNAL FORMATS, works in conjunction with the LISTENING chapter. It identifies every type of format that you can possibly obtain.
I believe that by your using the information contained in these chapters, you will be able to configure your AVR to present the kind of sound you wish to hear.
Good luck.
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