The Pioneer VSX series features explained. Visit http://www.pioneer.eu/VSX for more information.

1. Pioneer VSX
AV Receivers 2013
Features 1 88

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Overview
§§ Audio Technologies
§§ Video Technologies
§§ Audio Formats & Licenses
§§ Sophisticated Surround System
§§ Connectivity
§§ Network Features
§§ Advanced Control
Overview
Applicable models displayed in icons:
VSX-1123-K
VSX-923-K/S
VSX-828-K/S
VSX-528-K/S
VSX-423-K/Sv
VSX-323-K
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828
528
423
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3. Audio
Technologies 3 88

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Phase control
The “Phase Control”
Compensates for the Delay
of Low-Frequency Sound
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Source AV Receiver
Phase Control
Speakers

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Auto Phase Control Plus
Auto Phase Control Plus
Effect of Phase Control Plus (data comparison)
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Original disc playback Delay setting: 0 msec Playback with Phase Control Plus Delay setting: 9 msec
Superior sound provided by compensating the lag in the subwoofer channel on the disc

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MCACC Auto Room Tuning
Acoustic Calibration by MCACC
Effect of Phase Control Plus (data comparison)
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Calibration
Before Calibration
Speaker distance, sound pressure level,
and frequency response are all uneven.
Speaker sizes and number of speakers
are automatically detected.
The sound field is automatically measured
using the supplied mic.
SET-UP
MIC
SET-UP
MIC
Ater Calibration
Speaker distance, sound pressure level,
and frequency response are all equalized.

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Advanced MCACC
MCACC Reverberation Characteristics
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Before Calibration After Calibration

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Standing Wave Control
Standing Wave in a Typical Listening Room
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= Standing Waves

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PQLS with HDMI
Sound Degradation from Jitter
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Jitter effects on D/A conversion prevents accurate signal conversion

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PQLS with HDMI 1123 923
Conventional HDMI Transmission Jitterless Transmission (PQLS)
Audio signal with jitterAudio signal with jitter Audio signal with jitter
Blu-ray Disc Player
Servo
Circuit
Servo
Circuit
HDMI
IN/OUT
HDMI
IN/OUT
HDMI
IN/OUT
HDMI
IN/OUT
DATA
MEMORY
Data transfer Data transfer
Control
Data transfer
Audio Data
Audio Clock
Audio Data
Audio Clock
Control Data
AV Decoder AV DecoderDAC DAC
Clocking
Crystal
Blu-ray Disc Player
AV Receiver AV Receiver
Jitterless signal via PQLS

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Advanced Sound Retriever
Advanced Sound Retriever
Restoration Image
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Advanced Sound Retriever
Advanced Sound Retriever
Compensation Effect
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13. Current Sound Retriever
unable to play 8-15 kHz
range for MP3’s 64 kbps
Current Sound Retriever
optimized for
128 kbps bit rate
Upper limit for
playpack differs
by frequency
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Auto Sound Retriever
Playback Upper Limit Frequency
by Bit Rate
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Auto Sound Retriever 1123 923
Compressed Sound Restored Sound
An ideal feature when switching between
internet radio stations with different bit-rates.

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Auto Sound Retriever for ARC 1123 923
By applying Pioneer’s Auto Sound Retriever feature to
TV broadcast signals, it adjusts the effects according to
the bit atransferred via HDMI’s ARC (Audio Return Channel),
letting you enjoy digital TV broadcast in high-definition sound
via Pioneer AV receiver.

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Sound Retriever AIR 8281123 528923
Sound Retriever AIR OFF Sound Retriever AIR ON
Pioneer’s Sound Retriever AIR is the world’s first technology
for improving the quality of Bluetooth transmitted sound.

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Sound Retriever AIR
Improvement for S/N Ratio
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18. Auto Level
Control
Music Hi-Def Movie
Different Volumes
Standardized Playback Volume
Sound Level Equalization
RadioSatellite/Cable
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Auto Level Control
Auto Level Control for Multi Surround Playback
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19. PreviousPrevious
16-bit DAC
16-bit Signals
Red: original analogue signals (ideal)
Black: 16-bit digital signals (actual)
24-bit DAC
24-bit DAC +
Hi-bit24
DAC alone
makes no
difference
DAC + signal
processing
-> closer to
original signal
in red
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Hi-bit24 Audio Signal Processing 1123
Bit expansion processing required to bring out the real performance from 24-bit DAC
Effects of Bit Expansion Processing

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Video
Technologies

21. Compatible Resolutions
3,840 x 2,160 pixels (24 Hz/25 Hz/ 30 Hz)
4,096 x 2,160 pixels (24 Hz)
• Transmits 4K x 2K
(Digital Cinema; 4,096 x 2160 pixels 24p) video signals
• Supports Full HD x 4 resolution (24/25/30p)
• Source device and software required to pass through 4K content
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4K Ultra HD Pass Through
4K Ultra HD Pass Through lets you take advantage of the highest quality video source, by passing
through 4K signals for viewing on a compatible display.
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4K Ultra HD Upscaling
You can enjoy Ultra high definition images at 24 frames-per-second (fps) in 4K output from DVDs
and TV broadcasts, even with entry class disc players.
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Precise Conversion for 24p (1080/24p Upscaling)
You can enjoy real film-quality images at 24 frames-per-second (fps) in 1080p output from DVDs
and TV broadcasts, even with entry class disc players.
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Precise Conversion for 24p (1080/24p Upscaling)
1080/24p conversion
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Stream Smoother
It reduces block noise and mosquito noise on low bit rate video content such as YouTube,
offering finer and clearer images.
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Stream Smoother OFF Stream Smoother ON *For illustration prupose only

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Advanced Video Adjust
Optimizes video signals according to the connected display type
or distance of your viewing.
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By Display Type By Distance

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Advanced Video Adjust 1123 923
Through PDP Mode 1
PDP Mode 1
Adjusts for optimum image with more detail and less noise

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Advanced Video Adjust 1123 923
Through PDP Mode 2
PDP Mode 2
Adjusts for a more natural image

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Advanced Video Adjust 1123 923
Through LCD Mode
LCD Mode
Adjusts LCD’’s washed out black for optimum image

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Advanced Video Adjust 1123 923
Through Front Projector Mode
Front Projector Mode
Provides a sharp and vivid image suited for a front projector

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Highly-Precise I/P Conversion 1123 923
Conventional I/P Conversion Motion Adaptive I/P Conversion
Motion Adaptive I/P Conversion
For video content, Motion Adaptive I/P Conversion processes moving images by eliminating con-
version errors or noise generation, to deliver high-quality pictures.

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Digital Video Converter
Composite or component input video signals can be converted for HDMI output
to view on a compatible display.
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Triple HD Video Noise Reduction 1123 923
Grainy image
Gaussian Noise
Clear Image
Mosaic-Like Artifacts
Block Noise
Clear Image
Hazy Edge
Mosquito Noise
Clear Image

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Deep Colour
Smooth gradation steps with more accurate precision of brightness and colour information.
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Smoother Images
24-bit 16 million colours 36-bit 68,719 million colours

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Audio Formats
& Licenses

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DTS-HD Master Audio™
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High Definition Audio Formats
DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD provide sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio
master, delivering sound at extremely high variable bit rates far exceeding standard DVDs.
Comparison of High Definition Audio Formats

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DSD File Playback 1123
The AV receivers can play high-quality DSD (Direct-Stream
Digital) audio files from a memory stick, via the front USB input. Pre-
viously, DSD could only be played back on SACD players. Now, you
can enjoy the superior sound without any special players.

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Playable PC Audio Files 8281123 528923

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Sophisticated
Surround System

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Various Speaker Settings
Speaker Layout example (7.1ch)
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Various Speaker Settings
Speaker Layout example (Wide Surround Mode)
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Various Speaker Settings
Speaker Layout example (Dolby Pro Logic IIz)
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Virtual Speakers
Lets you enjoy full surround sound
without placing extra speakers.
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Virtual Speakers 1123 923

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Front Stage
Surround Advance
With Front Stage Surround Advance, you can enjoy surround
sound coming from only the front speakers and the subwoofer.
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Connectivity

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ARC (Audio Return Channel)

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Compatible
with iPhone 5

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Made for
iPod, iPhone and iPad
Made for iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini,
iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch (5th generation), iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch
(3rd generation), iPod touch (2nd generation), iPod touch (1st generation), iPod nano (7th generation), iPod nano
(6th generation), iPod nano (5th generation), iPod nano (4th generation), iPod nano (3rd generation).

52. Made for iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPad mini,
iPod touch (5th generation), iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (3rd generation),
iPod touch (2nd generation), iPod touch (1st generation), iPod classic, iPod nano
(7th generation), iPod nano (6th generation), iPod nano (5th generation), iPod nano
(4th generation), iPod nano (3rd generation).
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Made for
iPod, iPhone and iPad mini

53. Digital signal
DCP
DOCK
DCPADC
DAC
DAC
AMP
AMP
Analog signal
Analog signalDigital signal
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Digital Audio from
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The audio signals are directly transferred to the AV receiver’s high-performance DAC, offering
superior sound compared to analogue connections.
Connection Comparison
Analogue Audio (previous)
Digital Audio (previous)

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Video Playback from
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iPod/iPhone/iPad Video Playback

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Android Audio/Video Playback
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Network
Features

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AirPlay Wireless Audio
AirPlay — Enthusiasts have complete access, control and playback of their entire iTunes music li-
brary wirelessly through their AV receiver.
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DLNA Certified (1.5)
AirPlay — Enthusiasts have complete access, control and playback of their entire iTunes music
library wirelessly through their AV receiver.
Digital Media Server (DMS):
Stores and distributes content to DMP/DMR
Example: PC
Digital Media Player (DMP):
Finds and plays content on DMS
Example: TV, stereo/home theatre, game console
Digital Media Controller (DMC):
Finds content on DMS for playback on DMR
Example: internet tablet, Wi-Fi digital camera, PDA
Digital Media Renderer (DMR):
Plays content received from DMC, which finds content on DMS
Example: TV, AV receiver, remote speakers
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Network features 8281123 528923
Compatible with Windows 8
Compatible with Windows 7
High-Quality Audio Streaming
Internet Radio (vTuner)

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Advanced
Control

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iControlAV2013 Ready
Free iPod touch/iPhone/iPad/Android remote control app
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Balance

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Control

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Finger EQ

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MCACCC

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Sound Explorer
The new Sound Explorer option lets you easily adjust
and discover the various sound parameters.
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Sound Explorer Drop Icon Mode

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Sound Explorer Fixed Position Mode

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Sound Explorer Settings

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Pioneer ControlApp Ready
Free iPod touch/iPhone/iPad/Android remote control app
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Bluetooth Ready 8281123 528923
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
• AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
• Registers up to 8 devices
AS-BT200 Optional Bluetooth Adapter

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Bluetooth Ready 8281123 528923

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Air Jam Ready 8281123 528923
Air Jam application lets you stream music from up to four devices.

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iPhone/iPod touch/iPad
Android Smartphone/Tablet
Air Jam App
Top Menu
Select Song
Entry Log
Air Jam

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AVNavigator: Wiring Navi
By answering questions about your equipment and terminals,
the actual connection image will be displayed.
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AVNavigator: Wiring Navi 1123 923

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AVNavigator: Interactive Manual
The interactive HTML manual can be browsed on your PC,
and clicking on a keyword will send a command to the AV receiver.
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AVNavigator for iPad 1123 923

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Wireless LAN Converter Ready
With the optional AS-WL300 wireless LAN converter,
you can enjoy wireless LAN connection for the AV receiver.
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HDMI Zone Out (HDZONE)
With Pioneer’s HDMI Zone Out, you can stream HD audio/video content to a separate room.
If unused for HDZONE, the terminal can be used for MAIN ZONE OUT 2.
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Multi-Zone
With Pioneer’s Multi-Zone, you can play music and movies from different sources
in two zones at the same time.
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Multi-Zone (ZONE2)
Simultaneous playback of
seperate sources

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Control with HDMI 5288289231123
• Volume adjustment/mute of AV receiver via TV
• Automatic input change when TV channel is switched or playback
starts on a player
• Linked power on/off with TV

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Standby Pass-Through without CEC
With standby pass-through, the AV receiver can pass audio and video signals
via HDMI even during standby.
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Standby Pass-through

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ECO
friendly

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ECO Mode 1 323423528923 8281123
• ECO Mode 1 features moderate energy saving operation
while maintaining high-quality sound, ideal for CD music.
• 20% power reduction compared with normal surround mode.

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ECO Mode 2 323423528923 8281123
• ECO Mode 2 features moderate sound quality,
suitable for content with dynamic sound such as movies
(multi-channel/2channel) or live concerts.
• 50% power reduction compared with general analogue AMP.

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The ECO Manager option in iControlAV2013 lets you manage all
the ECO settings from your smart device.

88. Pioneer VSX
AV Receivers 2013
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