New AV Receiver line-up promises high resolution entertainment.

Our new range of AV receivers, arriving in Europe from May, are designed to lift your home entertainment to the highest level. The four models include:

• VSX-1019AH: 7.1 Channel AV Receiver with HDMI, HD Audio, iPod/iPhone Digital Direct via USB and 1080P upscaling
• VSX-919AH: 7.1 Channel AV Receiver with PQLS, HD Master Audio and iPod/iPhone Digital Direct via USB
• VSX-819H: 5.1 Channel AV Receiver with HDMI, HD Audio and iPod/iPhone Digital Direct via USB
• VSX-519V: 5.1 Channel AV Receiver with Auto Level Control and Advanced Sound Retriever

Each receiver is available in silver or black.

The top three receiver models feature iPhone and iPod certification for enhanced compatibility to Apple’s mobile digital devices.

Built upon the best-in-class audio standards that we've set over the years, the new receiver line enhances the sound quality of compressed music files to ensure a dynamic surround listening experience.

High Resolution Entertainment

Our new AV receivers make sure that all pictures and sounds are reproduced pure and precise. The internal decoding of advanced audio formats – DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD – in the top three models allow you to enjoy a full HD viewing experience with sounds and images that draw near perfection.

The VSX-919AH and VSX-1019AH allow upconverting conventional analogue inputs to HDMI which simplifies AV connections by carrying video and digital audio all in one cable. Additionally, the VSX-1019AH provides 1080p upscaling of all video signals for outstanding image quality.

All new receivers come equipped with HDMI repeaters that make a single HDMI cable sufficient to transfer both HD video and audio digitally to the receiver.

Full video format capabilities such as Deep Colour and x.v.Colour deliver vibrant, lifelike colours with smooth gradation transitions, whereas a Lip Sync function ensures synchronised audio and video playback, matching lip movements with voices.

First-class Digital Connectivity

Our top three new models are designed as the most dynamic solution to connect and improve playback performance for your iPod or iPhone.

With a multi-format front panel USB port that can handle an array of MP3 music files, you can seamlessly navigate and choose your playlists, without needing a docking station. The direct digital signal transfer from the iPod to the receiver guarantees the purest sound possible.

In addition to simple ‘plug and play’ connectivity, the VSX-919AH and VSX-1019AH add a touch of style to the traditional mobile device experience with full-colour artwork from a selected song or album that can be displayed on a connected HDTV. Their new, intuitive and fresh looking Graphical User Interface ensures straightforward navigation.

Compressed Audio Restored

We have integrated our Advanced Sound Retriever and Auto Level Control audio improvement technologies across all four new models to enhance the sound quality of compressed media. The VSX-919AH and VSX-1019AH models feature updated versions to deliver an even fuller and more natural surround sound.

The Advanced Sound Retriever greatly improves sound reproduction of iPhone, iPod and other portable media players by restoring the critical audio data that is often removed from a compressed audio file.

Volume levels can fluctuate across digital audio tracks (i.e. MP3 and iPod), input sources and even television channels and commercials, causing disruptive entertainment. Our Auto Level Control equalises the volume of all sources and formats for consistent listening from all entertainment.

Home Integration

For more information:

• Browse our existing line-up of AV receivers
• Where to reserve your new amplifier

Published: 14 April 2009