Nothing puts you in the middle of the action more than lossless, multi-channel audio. Both dts-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD are supported so you can enjoy HD audio from any Blu-ray Disc.
Turn on Virtual Surround Back, Virtual Height and Virtual Depth (VSX-2021 and up) to elaborate your surround sound experience. Other audio-enhancing features will refine your sound to perfection.
Often, speakers for surround sound can't be ideally positioned. MCACC therefore analyses the existing sound field using a custom microphone (included), just like a sound professional. It then adjusts each speaker's virtual size, level, distance, and response to precision-tune the system
to your room.
Transmission via HDMI can cause clock jitter, causing sound distortion during the D/A conversion. PQLS "speed synchronises" the digital audio data between the receiver and compatible Blu-ray Disc player, reducing the jitter. The result is clear, rich and precise audio.
Watch a videoPhase Control manages the time and phase response of the speakers to minimise the effect of additional sound delays, usually due to the filtering process of multi-channel recordings.
By combining our AV receivers
and speakers that support Phase Control, multi-channel sound is reproduced faithful to the
original source.
WMA/MP3/AAC files and sound from your iPod, iPhone or other portable music player are compressed, resulting in sound quality loss. The Advanced Sound Retriever localises lost frequencies and restores them.
Pioneer's Sound Retriever AIR is the world's first technology to improve music cadence and reduce noise after Bluetooth transmission.
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Pre-Amplifier block (SC-LX85)
Power Amplifier block (SC-LX85)
The internal view of the SC-LX85
Video DSP circuit board (SC-LX85/LX75)
32-bit Audio Signal Processing circuit board (SC-LX85/LX75)
Each component is selected for its clean, efficient and dynamic home theatre and stereo amplification.
From the Digital Signal Processor to the video board and the heat sink: each works together with optimal efficiency.
'Direct Energy Concept' is based on our advanced multi-channel stereophonic philosophy, in which we design and build amplifiers that yield the highest possible efficiency with equal drive towards each channel via the shortest possible signal paths.
The units in our LX line-up use professional-grade
With up to 7 x HDMI inputs and 1080p upscaling, you are guaranteed the best viewing definition, no matter the source.
The AV receiver will support Deep Colour and x.v.Colour for vibrant, lifelike colours with smooth gradation transitions. An array of image-improving features take care of unsurpassed image quality.
Supporting the passage of the high data transfer rate needed by the Blu-ray 3D specification as well as a new 3D specific command protocol, all AV receivers can be used to watch films or play games in stunning 3D.
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Video from your portable device or streamed over DLNA or AirPlay often has a lower bit-rate, resulting in video artefacts and noise on your screen. Stream Smoother reduces distortion and refines the image for better quality (VSX-2021 and up).
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HDMI is capable of passing 3D signals. Additional advantages are Stand-By Pass Through to watch TV without turning on the receiver, and the Audio Return Channel, handy for TVs with DVD players or tuners built-in.
The process of converting 24fps or 30fps is critical to enjoy movies in near-original quality on your TV. Our PureCinema Deinterlacer can smoothly process the frames without losing the natural feel of the movies.
Advanced Video Adjust optimises the video signal according to your type of screen or projector. Based on MCACC calibration data, it also adjusts image quality to your distance from the screen.
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Next to plenty of connections for your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player and other devices, there are inputs for USB storage, portable music players, and your iPod, iPhone or iPad.
Hook the receiver to the internet using a LAN cable or Wireless LAN converter and a host of network features becomes available.
A protocol developed by Apple, AirPlay lets you stream audio from and to any compatible device over your home network.
This means you can connect your receiver to your network via LAN or Wireless LAN and stream audio content from your favourite Apple product.
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The content-sharing standard dubbed Digital Living Network Alliance is taking off, and an increasing amount of devices are DLNA certified.
So are our receivers, meaning you can stream audio from a host of laptops, mobile phones, and Blu-ray Disc players.
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Selected receivers have a LAN interface. Simply connect the receiver to your home network
The vTuner guide enables you to easily find and discover new internet radio stations.
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With the optional Bluetooth adapter, compatible receivers accept audio streaming from any Bluetooth wireless technology enabled iPod touch, iPhone, or other smart phone or PC.
Sound Retriever AIR restores sound cadence lost through compression and reduces the
It's time for a smarter way to control your receiver. In a WiFi environment, you can perform all foremost operations through the iControlAV2 app for your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad.
iControlAV2 is the 2nd generation of our remote control app with significant improvements in operability.
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Slim 5.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio and MCACC
Slim 5.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio, MCACC and iPod/iPhone Digital Direct
5.1 Channel HDMI x 3 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio
5.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio and MCACC
5.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio, MCACC, Front USB and iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct
7.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3DAV Receiver with HD Audio, MCACC, Front USB and iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct and 1080p Upscaling
7.1 Channel HDMI x 4 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio, iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio
7.1 Channel HDMI x 6 3D AV Receiver with HD Audio, iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio
7.1 Channel HDMI x 7 3D AV Receiver with 2 x HDMI out, iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio
7.1 Channel HDMI x 7 3D AV Receiver with 2 x HDMI out, iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio (Wireless LAN converter included)
9.2 Channel HDMI x 7 3D AV Receiver with 2 x HDMI out iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio (Wireless LAN Converter included)
9.2 Channel HDMI x 7 3D AV Receiver with 2 x HDMI out iPod/iPhone/iPad Digital Direct, AirPlay, DLNA and Internet Radio (Wireless LAN Converter and RF Remote included)
