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7.1 Channel HDMI AV Receiver with HD Audio, iPod/iPhone Digital Connection, Internet Radio, 1080p (HD) Upscaling and THX

 

Supreme input/output versatility.

3D: Game, Movie, BroadcastMade for iPod, iPhoneWith 2 HDMI outputs and speaker connections for 7.1 surround sound, this receiver is the heart of a versatile home cinema set-up.

You can easily connect a second screen or switch between your screen and your projector without having to reconnect the HDMI cable.

Internet RadioThe VSX-2020 is able to decode the latest HD audio formats and supports x.v.Colour and Deep Colour for vibrant, lifelike colours with smooth gradient transitions. With the latest HDMI version 1.4a, it’s also ready for 3D content.

Enjoy content from broadcasting soures and games to home cinema with resolutions up to 1080p. Standard definition video is upscaled to HD format. 

Bluetooth Ready

The receiver provides full iPhone and iPod integration: listen without quality loss caused by D/A conversion. Our Advanced Sound Retriever will even restore quality lost during compression.

Also, use your iPhone or iPod touch as a remote control. With the iControlAV application, you can access the receiver’s main functionalities, and more over your wireless LAN.

THX CertifiedBluetooth and internet radio

Stream audio content to your receiver using Bluetooth (additional adaptor required). The Sound Retriever AIR restores sound quality lost during streaming.

Connect your receiver to the internet and enjoy your favourite radio stations online. Listen to preloaded stations or easily update your personal favourites.

The receiver has an intuitive and fresh-looking GUI (Graphical User Interface), giving you quick and easy access to the functions you need.



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Specifications

Main FeaturesVSX-2020-K
Output Power per Channel150W
Impedance at Output Level
Input Connections• 6 x HDMI (1080p upscaling) (1 Front Input)
• 4 x Composite
• 2 x Component
• 2 x Coaxial
• 3 x Optical
• 1 x USB host
• 1 x iPod/iPhone Digital via USB (cable included)
• 1 x Ethernet
• 1 x Bluetooth adapter port for AS-BT200
Output Connections• 2 x HDMI
• 1 x Composite
• 1 x Component
• 1 x Optical
HDMI RepeaterYes
On-Screen Display (GUI)Easy-to-use GUI, available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch and Russian
Internet RadioYes
Remote ControlGlow-key, preset remote control (learning)
Weight13,1 kg
Input & Output connectionsVSX-2020-K
Bluetooth Adapter PortYes
Composite Input/Output4/1
Digital Optical Input/Output3/1 (assignable)
Digital Coaxial Input/Output2/- (assignable)
Ethernet1
HDMI Input/Output6 (assignable)/2
HeadphoneYes
Main FeaturesVSX-2020-K
Number of Channels7
Signal / Noise Ratio103 dB
AM/FM Tuner with RDSYes
Tuner Pre-set Stations63
HD Audio FormatsDolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio
Audio Return ChannelYes
Control with HDMIYes
Dimensions (W x H x D)420 x 173 x 433 mm
Input & Output connectionsVSX-2020-K
Pre-amp Output Yes (SW)
Speaker A/BYes
USB Host (Front)Yes
Apple CompatibilityVSX-2020-K
Works with iPodYes, via digital direct USB connection (included)
iControlAV Yes
iPhone Control ButtonYes
Compatible Generations5th Generation, Nano and above, iPhone (including 3G)
Supported FunctionsAudio & Video (Video with the supplied iPod/iPhone Video + USB Audio cable), On-Screen Album Art
Surround Sound FormatsVSX-2020-K
Dolby DigitalYes
Dolby Digital EXYes
Dolby Pro Logic IIxYes
Dolby Pro Logic IIzYes
Dolby True HDYes
DTS-ESYes
DTS Neo: 6Yes
DTS-HD High Resolution AudioYes
DTS-HD Master AudioYes
Audio FeaturesVSX-2020-K
Midnight Listening ModeYes
Standing Wave ControlYes
Stream DirectYes
Symmetric EQYes
Virtual Surround BackYes
X-CurveYes
ConstructionVSX-2020-K
Pioneer Hybrid AmplificationYes
Input & Output connectionsVSX-2020-K
AV Front InputYes
Bi-AmplifierYes
Component Video Input/Output2/1 (assignable)
IR In/Out1/1
Large speaker terminalsYes
Apple CompatibilityVSX-2020-K
Works with iPhoneYes
Surround Sound FormatsVSX-2020-K
Dolby Digital PlusYes
Dolby Pro Logic IIYes
DTS Yes
DTS 96/24Yes
DTS-ExpressYes
WMA 9 ProYes
THX CertifiedYes
DTS Neural SurroundYes
Surround Modes13 + 1 (Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Mono Film, Entertainment Show, Expanded Theater, TV Surround, Advanced Game, Sports, Classical, Rock/Pop, Unplugged, Extended Stereo + Phones Surround)
Audio FeaturesVSX-2020-K
Auto Level ControlYes (Multi-channel)
Auto SurroundYes
Dialogue EnhancementYes
Digital Noise ReductionYes
Dynamic Range ControlYes
Front Stage Surround AdvanceYes
Jitter ReductionYes
LoudnessYes
Multizone FunctionYes (3)
Phase ControlYes
MCACCYes (Advanced, 9-band)
PQLSYes (Multi-channel )
Sound Delay (LipSync)Yes
Advanced Sound RetrieverYes (Multi-channel)
Sound Retriever AIRYes
Video FeaturesVSX-2020-K
Deep ColourYes
3D ReadyYes
x.v.ColourYes
HD Digital Film Direct 24Yes
Power Output VSX-2020-K
Power output per channel150W
Condition1kHz, 1% THD, 6Ω
Rated Power Output150W per channel
Input (Sensitivity/Imp.): LINE350 mV / 47kΩ
Frequency Response: LINE5 Hz - 100 kHz +0/-3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: LINE (DIN)103 dB
Power RequirementsAC 220 - 230 V / 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption (in use / standby)410 W / 0.30 W
ConstructionVSX-2020-K
Digital Signal ProcessorFreescale
Amplifier SpecificationsVSX-2020-K
Front L & R Bi-Amplifier FunctionYes
D/A Converter192 kHz / 24-bit
A/D Converter192 kHz / 24-bit