Pioneer's New AV Receiver Line-Up Takes Digital Entertainment To New Heights

Pioneer is pleased to announce the introduction of a new range of AV receivers that are designed to lift home entertainment to the highest level: the VSX-1019AH, VSX-919AH, VSX-819H and VSX-519V. The top three receiver models are some of the industry’s first to feature iPhone® and iPod® certification for enhanced compatibility to Apple’s mobile digital devices. Built upon the best-in-class audio standards that Pioneer has set over the years, the new receiver line enhances the sound quality of compressed music files to ensure a dynamic surround listening experience.

To summarise, the four models include:

• VSX-1019AH: 7 Channel AV Receiver with HDMI, HD Audio, iPod®/iPhone
  Digital Direct via USB and 1080P upscaling
• VSX-919AH: 7 Channel AV Receiver with PQLS, HD Master Audio and iPod®/iPhone® Digital Direct via USB
• VSX-819H: 5 Channel AV Receiver with HDMI, HD Audio and iPod®/iPhone® Digital Direct via USB
• VSX-519V: 5 Channel AV Receiver with Auto Level Control and Advanced Sound Retriever .

Each receiver is available in silver or black.

High Resolution Entertainment

Pioneer’s new AV receivers make sure that all pictures and sounds are reproduced purely and precisely. Internal decoding of advanced audio formats – DTS HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD – in the top three models will enable enthusiasts to enjoy a high definition listening experience with sounds that are near perfection. The VSX-919AH and VSX-1019AH allow the conversion of conventional analogue inputs to HDMI, which simplifies AV connections by carrying digital audio and video signals in one cable. Additionally, the VSX-1019AH provides 1080p up-scaling of all video signals for outstanding image quality.

All new receivers come equipped with the HDMI repeater function that makes 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

Pioneer’s top three new models are designed as the most dynamic solution to connect and improve playback performance for iPod® and iPhone® devices. With a multi-format front panel USB port that can handle an array of MP3 music files, consumers can seamlessly navigate and choose their personalised 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 allow all your album covers and tracks names to be displayed in full colour when connected to a HDTV. Their new, intuitive and fresh looking Graphical User Interface ensures straightforward navigation.

Compressed Audio Restored

Pioneer has integrated its 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. Pioneer’s 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: 15 April 2009