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Innovations for Enjoying Various Contents HDMI (V.1.4a with 3D), Deep Colour, x.v.Colour

Control with HDMI

DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD

Various Speaker Settings

Wide Surround

Dolby Pro Logic IIz

Virtual Height

Virtual Surround Back

Front Stage Surround Advance

iPod/iPhone Digital Connection via USB

iControlAV iPhone Application for A/V Receiver Control

Front USB Input

Internet Radio

BluetoothReady

Sound Retriever AIR

Multi-Zone

Refined GUI for Smooth Operation

Audio Technologies Phase Control

MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System)/Advanced MCACC

Standing Wave Control

Advanced Sound Retriever/Multi-Channel Advanced Sound Retriever

Auto Level Control/Multi-Channel Auto Level Control

Jitter Reduction

PQLS with HDMI/PQLS 2ch Audio

Video Technologies Anchor Bay 1080p Video Scaler

Digital Video Converter

PureCinema Deinterlacer

A/V RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE

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Applicable models displayed in icons:

VSX-1020-K

VSX-920-K

VSX-820-K

VSX-520-K

VSX-420-K

VSX-RS320-K

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Pioneer A/V Receivers

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HDMI (V.1.4a with 3D), Deep Colour, x.v.Colour

Pioneer's latest A/V receivers feature HDMI V.

1.4a with 3D technology. You can enjoy the

latest 3D Blu-ray Discs and broadcasts by combining the A/V

receivers with a 3D compatible Blu-ray Disc player or tuner (STB)

and display via HDMI connection. The A/V receivers also

support Deep Colour and x.v.Colour for vibrant, lifelike colours

with smooth gradation transitions. Enjoy full-digital transfer of

high-definition audio as well as up to 1080p video signals byHDMI connection. Multi-channel PCM (192 kHz), lossless bit-

stream, and SACD* audio can also be processed by HDMI single

cable connection.

* SACD multi-channel audio not available for VSX-820-K/VSX-520-K/VSX-420-K/VSX-RS320-K

Control with HDMI

HDMI connection with compatible products allows the

following linked operations:

Volume adjustment/mute of A/V receiver via TV

Automatic input change when TV channel is switched or

playback starts on a player Linked power on/off with TV

* For details on compatible TV and components, seehttp://pioneer.jp/homeav/support/hdmi_cec/

DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD

DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD are

the highest quality audio formats available,

provided by the huge capacity Blu-ray Disc to

complement its high-definition videos. These

new-generation audio codecs bring you the

equivalent of the original soundtrack, just as intended by thecreator.


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Deep Colour

x.v.Colour

1080p Transferring

Control with HDMI

HDMI Terminals VSX-1020-K VSX-920-K VSX-820-K VSX-520-K VSX-420-K/VSX-RS320-K

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High Definition Audio Formats

DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD provide sound that is bit-

for-bit identical to the studio master, delivering sound at extremely

high variable bit rates far exceeding standard DVDs.

Comparison of High Definition Audio Formats

Compressed

Lossless Lossy

Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus Linear PCM

DTS-HDMaster Audio

DTS-HDHigh Resolution Audio

Uncompressed 48 kHz/

16-bit audio format

similar to CD, but with

higher sampling

frequencies and

quantization. No

decoding required.

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Various Speaker Settings

Previous A/V receiver models only allowed surround back

speakers for a 7.1-channel layout (Fig. 1).

This year's lineup provides more options in terms of speaker

placement. Combine front wide speakers (Fig. 2) with

Pioneer-original Wide Surround mode to enjoy more spacious

sound in the front. Or place front height speakers (Fig. 3) and

use Dolby Pro Logic IIz for vertical-spreading sound.

Wide Surround Mode

Pioneer's Wide Surround Mode creates sound with highly dense

motion feeling around the front and the sides. Wide Surround

Movie provides motion feeling in front, while Wide Surround

Music creates a wide-spreading sound field in the foreground.

Dolby Pro Logic IIz

Dolby Pro Logic IIz realises more spacious

surround sound by adding front height

channels to the conventional 5.1ch/7.1ch

speaker settings. The enveloping sound with

additional depth and dimension creates a lifelike listening

experience. Dolby Pro Logic IIz does not require special

contents, and works with existing soundtracks.

Virtual Height

If you want to experience vertically falling sound but can not

place front height speakers, there's a perfect solution.

Pioneer's newly developed Virtual Height mode (Fig. 4) creates

a height sound image without front height speakers, letting you

enjoy enveloping virtual 7.1-channel sound from 5.1-channel

speaker settings.

Virtual Surround Back

Want to be thrilled by surrounding sound from behind, but

don't have the space for surround back speakers? Then try

Virtual Surround Back mode (Fig. 5). It simulates 7.1-channel

surround sound, giving the impression that you have surround

back speakers when listening to a 5.1-channel source. What's

more, by turning on both Virtual Height and Virtual Surround

Back modes, you can enjoy a virtual 9.1-channel sound on a

5.1-channel speaker setting. By adding front wide speakers, you

can enjoy virtual 11.1-channel sound from 7.1-channel speaker

layout.

Front Stage Surround Advance

With Front Stage Surround Advance, you can enjoy surround

sound coming from only the front speakers and the subwoofer.

Since wall reflections are not used, the setup is less dependent

on the room environment, allowing front alignment of the

speakers. Front Stage Surround Advance creates an excellent

sound image and natural sound.


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Standard 7.1chFig. 1

Front Wide Speakers + Wide Surround ModeFig. 2

Front Height Speakers + Dolby Pro Logic IIzFig. 3

Virtual Height ModeFig. 4

Virtual Surround Back ModeFig. 5


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iPod/iPhone Digital Connection via USB

Enjoy iPod music via digital connection. The included

iPod/iPhone connection cable allows direct USB connection to

the front panel without having to buy a docking station. The

audio signals are directly transferred to the A/V receiver's high-

performance DAC, offering superior sound compared to

analogue connections. What's more, you can operate your iPod

with the A/V receiver's remote control. With an iPhone/iPod

touch, you can even watch YouTube video content enlarged onyour TV screen. In addition to simple 'plug and play'

connectivity, you can display the album artwork* in colour on

your TV. The new Cover List feature lets you visually choose an

album from thumbnail images. Song titles can be shown in 7

languages*.

* Except for VSX-820

Functions such as the equaliser cannot be controlled using the pre-mainamplifier or receiver, so we recommend you to turn off the equalizer beforeconnecting. iPod is for legal or rightholder-authorised copying only. Don't stealmusic.

iControlAV iPhone Application for A/V Receiver Control

iControlAV is an iPhone/iPod touch application developed by

Pioneer, freely downloadable from the App Store. The application

allows you to use your iPhone/iPod touch as a remote for

controlling the A/V receiver's functions such as volume, zone,

input, PQLS, Phase Control, balance, and emphasis, as well as

basic functions of Pioneer's latest Blu-ray Disc player. Enjoy

smooth control on your iPhone/iPod touch screen, with support

for 7 languages (same setting as your iPhone/iPod touch).

* A/V receiver needs to be connected to a wired LAN in a wireless LAN network.

Analogue Audio (previous)

Digital Audio

With a conventional iPod connection, D/A conversion is done within the iPod,and the extra process deteriorates sound quality. With iPod digital, D/Aconversion is done immediately before the output stage, providing clean sound.

Connection Comparison

New Pioneer A/V Receiver

Video from iPod

iPod/iPhone

Various video contents

(ex. YouTube)

USB VIDEO

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LAN

WirelessLANAccessPoint

Wireless LANControl Precision(PQLS/Phase Control)

Balance

Emphasis(Dialog/Bass)

BDP Control BDP Control

iControlAV for iPhone/iPod touch


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Front USB Input

The front panel USB input terminal allows straightforward

connection to a USB memory stick. This plug and play

connectivity will enable you to easily play music files or watch

JPEG pictures*.

* VSX-1020/VSX-920 only

Internet Radio

Listen to a multitude of radio programs from around the world

on the Internet. The A/V receivers come with 24 preset URLs.

You can also register your favourite stations by just copying

and pasting the URL through your PC's web browser, or by

manual input from the remote control or a USB keyboard.

BluetoothReady

By using the AS-BT100 optional Bluetoothadapter, you can

enjoy wireless transmission of audio contents from compatible

devices such as iPhone/iPod touch (with OS 3.0 or later), iPod

with a Bluetooth transmitter, mobile phone, or personal

computer.

Sound Retriever AIR

When streaming music via Bluetooth, the sound

quality often suffers due to the compression

process. Pioneer's Sound Retriever AIR is the

world's first technology for improving the quality of Bluetooth

transmitted sound. It restores the music cadence lost through

compression, and also reduces the noise generated by

Bluetooth transmission for a better S/N ratio.

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AS-BT100 Optional BluetoothAdapter

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)

Registers up to 8 devices

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Sound Retriever AIR OFF

Sound Retriever AIR ON

Improvement for S/N Ratio

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Multi-Zone (ZONE 2)

With Pioneer's Multi-Zone, you can play music from different

sources in two zones at the same time. Besides multi-zone

audio, compatible A/V receivers can also play multi-zone video

(composite video*).

* VSX-1020 only

Refined GUI for Smooth Operation

The GUI on the latest A/V receivers has been further refined,

resulting in enhanced ease-of-use. Each function has a

dedicated GUI screen, displaying for instance iPod/iPhone data,

speaker settings, or EQ adjustments, in 7 selectable languages

English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch, and

Russian.

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SWL R

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FrontLeft

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LeftCentre

Subwoofer Zone 2

FrontRight

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Right

SurroundLeft

SurroundRight

Simultaneous playback ofseparate sources

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Phase Control

When amplifying multi-channel audio signals,

receivers use a Low Pass Filter (LPF) to process

low-frequency signals for subwoofer output. This

causes phase lag a delay of approximately 5

msec of the low-frequency signals compared to the main

channel signals. As a result, the delayed bass makes the sound

lack synchronisation. Pioneer's Phase Control technology

effectively eliminates phase lag and significantly improves themulti-channel sound without any extra operation.

MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System)

Create the optimum acoustic environment with

Pioneer's MCACC, created with the expertise of

professional recording studios. The system

complete with custom microphone

automatically compensates for differences in speaker size, level

and distance, and equalises response.

Advanced MCACCThe Advanced MCACC uses a 3D calibration

method with even more precise measurements

by including the time axis. The A/V receivers

also feature a speaker polarity check for detecting

misconnected cables, and a reverb measurement display for

showing before/after calibration results. The latest

improvement allows measured data to be saved on USB

memory for cable-less PC viewing. The system automatically

measures crossover frequency much easier than the

previous manual setting.

Standing Wave Control

Acoustic standing waves occur when the sound waves from

your speaker resonate with those reflected off the walls.

Depending on the speaker placement, your listening position or

the shape of the room, standing waves have a negative effect

on the overall sound, especially in certain lower frequencies.

Standing Wave Control effectively decreases resonance and

prevents inaccurate EQ-setting calibration.


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PHASE CONTROL

Source

The "Phase Control" Compensates for the Delay of Low-Frequency Sound

Calibration

After Calibration

Speaker distance, sound pressure level, andfrequency response are all equalised.

Before Calibration

Speaker distance, sound pressure level, andfrequency response are all uneven.

The sound field is automaticallymeasured using the supplied mic.

Speaker sizes and number ofspeakers are automatically detected.

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MIC

SET-UP

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Advanced Sound Retriever

Pioneer's latest A/V receivers feature the Advanced

Sound Retriever, which restores the output of

compressed audio such as WMA, MPEG-4 AAC,

and MP3 to the level of CD sound. The Advanced Sound

Retriever creates new signals to restore the minor details left

out during the compression process.

Multi-Channel Advanced Sound RetrieverAdvanced Sound Retriever for multi-surround sound is

compatible with DVD soundtracks featuring Dolby Digital or

DTS.

Auto Level Control

Auto Level Control equalises volume level

differences between tracks when playing music

from an iPod or other sources.

Multi-Channel Auto Level Control

Multi-channel Auto Level Control supports surround sound

playback, maintaining a consistent level and clear audio

even at a low volume.

Jitter Reduction

Using a Pioneer-exclusive IC, the jitter reduction circuit creates

highly accurate clock signals, then digitally reshapes the

waveform of the audio clock. The result is greatly reduced jitter

and signal distortion for all input, realising more accurate sound

image as well as a natural sound field.

PQLS with HDMI

Pioneer's Precision Quartz Lock System (PQLS) technology

eliminates distortion caused by timing errors, giving the best

possible digital-to-analogue conversion. Through HDMI

connection, the PQLS 2ch Audio allows accurate CDDA signal

transmission from a compatible Pioneer Blu-ray Disc player,

reproducing jitter-free, dynamic sound.

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3

Standardised Playback Volume

Music Hi-Def Movie

Satellite/Cable Radio

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3

Different Volumes

Sound Level Equalisation

Auto LevelControl

Auto Level Control for Muli Surround Playback

MCACC (Advanced) (Advanced)

Advanced Sound Retriever (Multi) (Multi) (2ch) (2ch) (2ch)

Auto Level Control (Multi) (Multi) (2ch) (2ch) (2ch)

J it te r R ed uc ti on

PQLS (2ch) (2ch)

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AUDIO DATAAUDIO CLOCKCONTROL DATA

ServoCircuit

HDMI

IN/OUTHDMIIN/OUT

AV decoder

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DAC

Control DataTransfer

ClockingCrystal

DATAMEMORY

DataTransfer

Blu-ray Disc Player

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Audio signal with jitter Jitterless signal via PQLS

Jitterless Transmission (PQLS)

Good

Example: Speech Wave

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D/A conversion by jitterless clock => same as original

D/A conversion by clock with jitter => different from original

Jitter effects on D/A conversion prevents accurate signal conversion

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Restoration of lost music cadence

Restoration of lost music cadence

CD sound

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Restoredsound

Restoredsound

Sound Retriever ON

Sound Retriever ON

FrequencyMiddleLow High FrequencyMiddleLow High FrequencyMiddleLow High

Time Time


Restoration Image

Advanced Sound Retriever ONAdvanced Sound Retriever OFF

Original Sound

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Direct output of Blu-ray

Disc contents recorded

at original 24fps Unable to output 24fps video signals in original

quality

1080/24p Output

24p Direct Output

24 frames/second (Progressive) 60 frames/second

Interlace Progressive

Original Film

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2-3 Pull-Down

(60i)

Normal I/P

Conversion (60p)PureCinema Deinterlacer

Anchor Bay 1080p Video Scaler

With the highly acclaimed Anchor Bay

video scaler, the A/V receivers can convert

standard definition analogue video signals

up to 1080p digital resolution to best match the HDTV's

performance. The upscaler on the A/V receivers can realise up

to a 1080p high-definition picture from a standard definition

picture. In addition to analogue video, HDMI input can also be

upscaled.

Digital Video Converter

Composite or component input video signals can be converted

for HDMI output to view on a compatible display. You can also

convert from composite to component or vice-versa.


Movies are filmed and recorded on Blu-ray Discs or DVDs at 24

frames per second (fps). This needs to be converted to be able

to enjoy movies in near-original quality on your flat screen TV.

The PureCinema Deinterlacer can smoothly process the frames

without losing the natural feel of the movies. Sources filmed in

30fps can also be processed to offer genuine movie quality.

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HDMIOUTPUT

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HDMI Scalable signal pass

HDMIINPUT

HDMI Video Upscaling/Downscaling

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HDMIOUTPUT

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AnalogueINPUT

Analogue Video Upscaling/Downscaling

Component

HDMI

Input Output

Composite

Video

* TV audio/video output via A/V receiver by HDMI connectionmay not be available depending on the source device. Greenarrows only for 480i/576i signals.

Digital Video Converter with HDMI Output

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FEATURE COMPARISON: A/V RECEIVERS

VSX-1020-K VSX-920-K VSX-820-K VSX-520-K VSX-420-K/ VSX-RS320-KInnovations for Enjoying Various Contents

HDMI Terminals 6 in (incl. 1 front)/1 out 4 in/1 out 4 in/1 out 3 in/1 out 2 in/1 outHDMI V. 1.4a with 3D Deep Colour/x.v.Colour Control with HDMI DTS-HD Master Audio Dolby TrueHD Various 7.1-ch Speaker Settings Dolby Pro Logic IIz Virtual Height Virtual Surround Back Wide Surround

iPod/iPhone Digital Connection via USB iControlAV Front USB Input Internet Radio BluetoothReady Sound Retriever AIR Multi-Zone Zone 2 Zone 2 (Audio only) Zone 2 (Audio only)

Refined GUI

Audio TechnologiesPhase Control MCACC (Advanced) (Advanced) Standing Wave Control Advanced Sound Retriever (Multi) (Multi) (2ch) (2ch) (2ch)Auto Level Control (Multi) (Multi) (2ch) (2ch) (2ch)Jitter Reduction PQLS (2ch Audio) (2ch Audio)Front Stage Surround Advance (Focus/Wide) (Focus/Wide) TODOROKI Mode (VSX-RS320-K only)

Video TechnologiesAnchor Bay 1080p Video Scaler Digital Video Converter



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iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and iTunes Store are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc.

Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth functionality requires a compatible A2DP profile Bluetooth-enabled device. Certain Bluetooth features may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited incertain devices.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

x.v.Color is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Anchor Bay is a registered trademark of Anchor Bay Technologies, Inc.

Phase Control is a trademark placed on a product with Pioneer's Phase Control Technology concept. The technology enables high-grade sound reproduction environment byimproving the phase matching for each of the components.

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