7.1 Channel HDMI AV Receiver with HD Audio, iPod/iPhone Digital Connection, Internet Radio, 1080p (HD) Upscaling and THX
VSX-2020-K
Supreme input/output versatility.
With 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.
The 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.
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.
This model features the A.R.C (Audio Return Channel) which enables it to receive audio data from a compatible TV via a single HDMI 1.4 cable, eliminating the need for a separate digital connection from the TV.
Bluetooth 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.
Specifications
| Main Features | VSX-2020-K |
|---|---|
| Output Power per Channel | 150W |
| Number of Channels | 7 |
| 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 |
| Tuner Pre-set Stations | 63 |
| HD Audio Formats | Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio |
| Internet Radio | Yes |
| Remote Control | Glow-key, preset remote control (learning) |
| Input & Output connections | VSX-2020-K |
| Bi-Amplifier | Yes |
| Composite Input/Output | 4/1 |
| Digital Coaxial Input | 2/- (assignable) |
| Surround Sound Formats | VSX-2020-K |
| Dolby Pro Logic IIx | Yes |
| Dolby True HD | Yes |
| DTS Neo: 6 | Yes |
| DTS 96/24 | Yes |
| DTS-Express | Yes |
| DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | Yes |
| Surround Modes | 13 + 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 Features | VSX-2020-K |
| Sound Delay (LipSync) | Yes |
| Standing Wave Control | Yes |
| Stream Direct | Yes |
| Symmetric EQ | Yes |
| Virtual Surround Back | Yes |
| X-Curve | Yes |
| Video Features | VSX-2020-K |
| Deep Colour | Yes |
| 3D Ready | Yes |
| x.v.Colour | Yes |
| HD Digital Film Direct 24 | Yes |
| Power Output | VSX-2020-K |
| Rated Power Output | 150W per channel |
| Frequency Response: LINE | 5 Hz - 100 kHz +0/-3 dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio: LINE (DIN) | 103 dB |
| Power Requirements | AC 220 - 230 V / 50/60 Hz |
| Main Features | VSX-2020-K |
| Impedance at Output Level | 6Ω |
| Signal / Noise Ratio | 103 dB |
| Output Connections | • 2 x HDMI • 1 x Composite • 1 x Component • 1 x Optical |
| AM/FM Tuner with RDS | Yes |
| Control with HDMI | Yes |
| On-Screen Display (GUI) | Easy-to-use GUI, available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch and Russian |
| Weight | 13,1 kg |
| Input & Output connections | VSX-2020-K |
| Component Video Input/Output | 2/1 (assignable) |
| Apple Compatibility | VSX-2020-K |
| Supported Functions | Audio & Video (Video with the supplied iPod/iPhone Video + USB Audio cable), On-Screen Album Art |
| Surround Sound Formats | VSX-2020-K |
| Dolby Digital EX | Yes |
| Dolby Pro Logic IIz | Yes |
| Power Output | VSX-2020-K |
| Power output per channel | 150W |
| Condition | 1kHz, 1% THD, 6Ω |
| Input (Sensitivity/Imp.): LINE | 350 mV / 47kΩ |
| Power Consumption (in use / standby) | 410 W / 0.30 W |
| Amplifier Specifications | VSX-2020-K |
| D/A Converter | 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| A/D Converter | 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| Main Features | VSX-2020-K |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| HDMI Repeater | Yes |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 420 x 173 x 433 mm |
| Input & Output connections | VSX-2020-K |
| AV Front Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth Adapter Port | Yes |
| Digital Optical Input/Output | 3/1 (assignable) |
| Ethernet | 1 |
| HDMI Input/Output | 6 (assignable)/2 |
| Headphone Input | Yes |
| IR In/Out | 1/1 |
| Large speaker terminals | Yes |
| Pre-amp Output | Yes (SW) |
| Speaker A/B | Yes |
| USB Host (Front) | Yes |
| Apple Compatibility | VSX-2020-K |
| Works with iPod | Yes, via digital direct USB connection (included) |
| Works with iPhone | Yes |
| iControlAV | Yes |
| iPhone Control Button | Yes |
| Compatible Generations | 5th Generation, Nano and above, iPhone (including 3G) |
| Surround Sound Formats | VSX-2020-K |
| Dolby Digital | Yes |
| Dolby Digital Plus | Yes |
| Dolby Pro Logic II | Yes |
| DTS | Yes |
| DTS-ES | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio | Yes |
| WMA 9 Pro | Yes |
| THX Certified | Yes |
| DTS Neural Surround | Yes |
| Audio Features | VSX-2020-K |
| Auto Level Control | Yes (Multi-channel) |
| Auto Surround | Yes |
| Dialogue Enhancement | Yes |
| Digital Noise Reduction | Yes |
| Dynamic Range Control | Yes |
| Front Stage Surround Advance | Yes |
| Jitter Reduction | Yes |
| Loudness | Yes |
| Midnight Listening Mode | Yes |
| Multizone Function | Yes (3) |
| Phase Control | Yes |
| MCACC | Yes (Advanced, 9-band) |
| PQLS | Yes (Multi-channel ) |
| Advanced Sound Retriever | Yes (Multi-channel) |
| Sound Retriever AIR | Yes |
| Construction | VSX-2020-K |
| Pioneer Hybrid Amplification | Yes |
| Digital Signal Processor | Freescale |
| Amplifier Specifications | VSX-2020-K |
| Front L & R Bi-Amplifier Function | Yes |