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2016 Pioneer AV Receivers
* Image after DTS:X firmware update
Pioneer AV receivers are designed to offer precise audio reproduction, letting you immerse in
the world of home entertainment, just as the creators intended. The AV receivers are laden
with highlights such as DTS:X™* and Dolby Atmos®, Reflex Optimizer for Dolby-enabled
speakers, the Super Resolution technology derived from Pioneer's high-end Blu-ray Disc
player series, playback of DSD and other Hi-Res audio files, and network features including
internet radio and Chromecast built-in*. The GUI also comes with fresh updates, offering a
new design and smoother setup. The steadfast functions and performance cultivated in the
high-grade SC Series introduce a new quality standard to home entertainment.
This Product Reference Guide introduces the technologies and features that give the special
qualities to Pioneer AV receivers. We hope the information will help enrich your home enter-
tainment experience.
* Available with future firmware update
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- Page 1 SC Series introduce a new quality standard to home entertainment. This Product Reference Guide introduces the technologies and features that give the special qualities to Pioneer AV receivers. We hope the information will help enrich your home enter- tainment experience.
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Page 2: Network Features
AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Technology Index Audio Technologies Network Features • Multi-Channel Stereophonic Philosophy • Chromecast built-in • Direct Energy Design • Apple AirPlay Certified ® • Select Parts for Clear and Open Sound • Spotify Digital Music-Streaming Service Ready •... - Page 3 Audio Technologies Multi-Channel Stereophonic Philosophy MULTI-CHANNEL STEREOPHONIC PHILOSOPHY 1131 Pioneer’s 3-step technology in reproducing studio master sound for the ideal multi-channel reproduction—a compilation of exclusive In the same way as the ideal stereo sound reproduction, multi- philosophy and various technologies...
- Page 4 “phase lag”—a delay of approximately 5 msec—of the low-frequency signals compared to the main channel signals. As a result, the delayed bass makes the sound lack synchronisation. Pioneer’s Phase Control technology effectively eliminates phase lag and significantly improves the multi-channel sound without any extra operation.
- Page 5 Insulator (VSX-1131) Advanced Sound Retriever 1131 Pioneer’s AV receivers feature the Advanced Sound Retriever, which restores the output of compressed audio—such as WMA, AAC, and MP3—to the level of CD sound. The Advanced Sound Retriever creates new signals to restore the minor details left out during...
- Page 6 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Video Technologies Video Scaler (1080p to 4K) with Super Resolution What’s 4K? 1131 High resolution video signal standard with 4 times Full HD resolution. Compatible Resolution Ultra HD, usually referred to as 4K, is the next •...
- Page 7 36-bit Deep Colour Image 1131 24-bit (8-bit x 3) 36-bit (12-bit x 3) Pioneer AV receivers support 36-bit Deep Colour, featuring smooth gradation steps with more accurate precision of 256 steps 4,096 steps brightness and colour information, resulting in superbly detailed, natural colour.
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Page 8: Dolby Atmos
This cinema sound experience can be reproduced in your home with Pioneer’s Dolby Atmos AV receiver, which not only decodes Dolby Atmos, but also reproduces Dolby Atmos in an ideal sound stage. DTS Neural:X™... - Page 9 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Audio Formats & Licenses Dolby TrueHD High Definition Audio Formats 1131 DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD provide sound that is bit- Dolby TrueHD delivers sound that is on par with for-bit identical to the studio master, delivering sound at extremely the original soundtrack, letting you experience high variable bit rates far exceeding standard DVDs.
- Page 10 Hi-Res Audio File Playback via USB/Network 1131 In addition to 5.6/2.8 MHz DSD (Direct Stream Digital) file playback via USB, the Pioneer AV receivers are the first to realize DSD streaming* via wired network. As for other Hi-Res formats, up to 192 kHz/24-bit WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and Apple Lossless files can be played via USB as well as network.
- Page 11 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Sophisticated Surround System 7ch Speaker Configurations 1131 With speaker terminals for 9 channels, various speaker layouts are available to suit your taste or usage patterns. New configurations have been added to provide optimum performance for Dolby Atmos playback. [B] 7.2-channel Surround System (Top Front/Top Middle/Top Rear) [A] 7.2-channel Surround System (Front Height/Rear Height) Connection Connection...
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Page 12: Advanced Surround Modes
AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Sophisticated Surround System Advanced Surround Modes 1131 The AV receivers feature Advanced Surround Modes—Classical, Unplugged*, Entertainment Show*, Drama, Advanced Game, Action, Rock/Pop, Sports, Extended Stereo, Extended Mono*, Front Stage Surround, Auto Surround, Phones Surround**, ECO Mode 1**, and ECO Mode 2**—to optimise the sound for your entertainment. -
Page 13: Front Usb Input
Not ARC Compatible ARC Compatible (Both TV and AV Receiver) Pioneer’s AV receivers feature HDMI with 3D technology. You can enjoy the latest 3D Blu-ray Discs, games, and broadcasts by combining the AV receivers with a 3D compatible Blu-ray Disc... -
Page 14: Chromecast Built-In
AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Network Features Chromecast built-in 1131 The receivers comes with Chromecast built-in, so you can use your mobile device to stream your favourite music, radio, or podcasts to the receiver. You can control the audio from anywhere in the house using Chromecast- enabled apps running on your personal device—iPhone, iPad, Android phone and tablet, Mac and Windows laptop, and Chromebook™. - Page 15 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Network Features Deezer* 1131 Deezer is a subscription-based music streaming service, offering limitless- listening from 35 million tracks. Users can choose either a free subscription or a paid one without ads. The Flow feature will select songs according to your taste, while Hear This will make personalized suggestions and help you discover new music, as well as give updates on new releases by your favorite artists.
- Page 16 Blackfire Research Corp., USA. Multi-Zone (Powered ZONE 2) MAIN Zone 2 1131 With Pioneer’s Multi-Zone, you can play music from different sources in two zones at the same time. Home Menu New GUI with System Setup/Network Menu 1131 The newly developed GUI offers smooth operation with advanced features and design.
- Page 17 1131 iControlAV5 is an iPod touch, iPhone and iPad application developed by Pioneer, freely downloadable from the App Store. It is also compatible with Android, and available from Google Play. On a simple and intuitive interface, the application allows you to use your device as a remote for operating the AV receiver’s...
- Page 18 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Advanced Control CONTROL EMPHASIS BALANCE FINGER EQ PUSH PLAYER 1131 1131 1131 1131 1131 You can turn the power For setting the output You can adjust the multi- Just stroke the screen Music files stored on devic- on/off, adjust the volume, level of Dialogue and channel sweet spot for...
- Page 19 AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Advanced Control Standby Pass-Through with CEC Standby Pass-Through 1131 When Control with HDMI is turned on, standby pass-through transmits audio and video signals from a HDMI-connected component and outputs to TV via HDMI, even when the AV receiver is on standby.
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Page 20: Feature Comparison
AV RECEIVERS REFERENCE GUIDE Feature Comparison VSX-1131 VSX-831 VSX-531 Audio Technologies Direct Energy Design • • • Select Parts for Clear and Open Sound • • MCACC Auto Room Tuning • • • Phase Control • • • Subwoofer EQ •... - Page 21 Product Sheet VSX-1131/MMP VSX-831/MMP VSX-531/WMP...
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Page 22: Specifications
VSX-1131 7.2-ch Network AV Receiver BlAcK silVEr Image after DTS:X firmware update The VSX-1131 is fully-equipped for the latest multi-dimensional surround sound formats, DTS:X™ and Dolby Atmos , featuring the Reflex Optimizer for enabled speakers. With Ultra HD (4K/60p/4:4:4) upscaling and pass- ®... - Page 23 * Chromecast built-in will be available with future firmware update. •PIONEER, MCACC, Phase Control, Advanced Sound Retriever, and the logos are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation, and are used under license. •The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
- Page 24 VSX-831 5.2-ch Network AV Receiver BlAcK silVEr Enjoy spectacular images on your home cinema with Ultra HD (4K/60p/4:4:4) upscaling/pass-through, with HDCP 2.2 and support for the latest video standards HDR and BT.2020. Listen to Hi-Res Audio via USB or network. In addition to internet radio and various network streaming services, with Chromecast built-in you can use your mobile device to stream your favourite music to your receiver.
- Page 25 Spotify, TuneIn, TIDAL, and Deezer. •PIONEER, MCACC, Phase Control, Advanced Sound Retriever, and the logos are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation, and are used under license. •The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. •Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. •For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
- Page 26 HD (4K/60p/4:4:4) pass-through with HDCP 2.2, the AV receiver supports the latest video standards HDR. Enjoy audio streaming from compatible devices with the built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology. Pioneer’s signature MCACC and ® Phase Control provide synchronised sound for a realistic and dynamic performance.
- Page 27 Frequency •PIONEER, MCACC, Phase Control, Advanced Sound Retriever, and the logos are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation, and are used under license. •The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. •Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. •For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.