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Monday, November 14, 2011

Pioneer VSX921K 7.1-Channel 3D Ready AV Receiver - Black

As elegant as it is advanced, the Pioneer VSX921K delivers amazing home theater performance at a surprising value. With connectivity options for all your latest high-definition home theater components, and digital 1080p upscaling from any source, the VSX921K does two things remarkably well: It takes performance further, while at the same time bringing you closer to exactly what the artist intended.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2490 in Speakers Color: GlossyBlack Brand: Pioneer Model: VSX-921-K Dimensions: 6.60" h x 17.20" w x 14.30" l, 21.10 pounds Bluetooth Ready 110 Watts x 5 Direct Energy Amplification Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio Decoders Anchor Bay video conversion to HDMI with 1080p scaler Made for iPad / iPhone Certified with supplied cable Anchor Bay Video Processing for a Stunning 1080p Picture

Advanced technology combined with elegant styling. View larger The Pioneer AS-BT200 let's you play music wirelessly from your Bluetooth-enabled devices. View larger Home Theater enthusiasts, you have something new to be enthusiastic about. Introducing the Pioneer 7.1-Channel VSX-921-K AV Receiver As elegant as it is advanced, the Pioneer VSX-921-K delivers amazing home theater performance at a surprising value. With connectivity options for all your latest high-definition home theater components, and digital 1080p upscaling from any source, the VSX-921-K does two things remarkably well: It takes performance further, while at the same time bringing you closer to exactly what the artist intended. Compatible with your iPhone, iPod and iPad (USB/video cable included) Bluetooth-ready (with optional AS-BT200 adapter, sold separately) 7.1 Channel Versatile Speaker Configuration HDMI 1080p Video Upscaling Support for the latest HDMI spec (3D, Audio Return Channel), plus high-definition audio support including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio Easily connect your Apple device with the included cable - no need for a separate dock Made for you. And your iPad, iPhone and iPod Unlike other receiver lines, and thanks to Apple compatibility for iPod, iPhone, and now iPad, most generations of Apple portable devices are easily connected with the included USB/video cable - so there's no need to buy a separate dock to access all your music, videos, streaming content, and photos stored on your Apple devices. Plus, since your iPhone, iPod and now your iPad charges automatically when connected, it's the ultimate plug-and-play integration with your home theater. You can enjoy music with iTunes album art, share videos and movies, downloaded TV shows from iTunes, photos, web content such as YouTube and much more. And because the iPhone device's wireless and network features remain fully functional, music and movies will mute when you receive an incoming call. And you've got lots of control options--use the iPhone directly, or push a single button on the VSX-921-K's front panel to switch control to the included preset remote and an intuitive on-screen menu. Portable Device - Meet Home Theater The VSX-921-K is fully ready for wireless Bluetooth audio from virtually any A2DP profile Bluetooth device, including smartphones, laptops, etc. With the Pioneer AS-BT200 Bluetooth adapter, you can untether yourself from headphones, cables and inputs. And you'll enjoy near cd-quality with Sound Retriever AIR technology, created specifically to enhance Bluetooth audio. Ultimate Sound Control Of course all the latest Pioneer receivers support the high-definition audio formats, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio to give your Blu-ray Disc soundtracks unsurpassed audio quality. But Pioneer also includes all of the Dolby and DTS surround formats best suited for the wide variety of entertainment sources, including the newest Dolby Pro Logic IIz height channel. Pioneer's exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration system (MCACC) provides a near studio-quality, multi-channel listening experience customized specifically to your listening environment. An included microphone measures every speaker's connection, and notes its size, distance from the listening point, sound levels and timbre to calibrate and maximize performance. Even compressed audio such as WMA, MP3 and AAC is enhanced with another Pioneer exclusive, Advanced Sound Retriever, by filling in areas where minute details were left out during the compression process. And since the only thing that should shock you is how good it sounds, there’s also an Auto Level Control that eliminates jarring volume changes between your favorite songs, albums and audio sources by equalizing volume differences between portable audio tracks or television programming. The latest HDMI technology with 4 inputs for connectivity to all your home theater components. View back panel Ready for 3D? You are with the Latest HDMI Technology All of Pioneer's newest receivers support the latest HDMI 1.4a specification. So not only do you get the most out of your existing movies and music, with the VSX-921-K you're prepared for the next generation of 3D video content. With 4 HDMI inputs, you've got plenty of connectivity options for the growing number of high-definition sources available. All Pioneer receivers also offer advanced HDMI conveniences like Audio Return Channel and Power Save HDMI Standby Through. Tailor Your Video With Anchor Bay video processing, the VSX-921 converts analog video sources to HDMI for one-wire high definition convenience. For lower resolution video, advanced video processing lets you upscale your picture to digital 1080p to best match the native resolution of your HDTV. On-Screen Display The VSX-921-K features an intuitive on-screen display for use with the included preset remote, so you can make guided adjustments to your home theater sound. The Pioneer VSX-921-K. Exceptional technology that not only compliments your home theater system, but your lifestyle as well. What's in the Box Pioneer VSX-921-K AV Receiver Microphone (for auto MCACC setup) Remote Control Two (2) AAA Batteries AM Loop Antenna FM Wire Antenna USB/Video Cable for iPod, iPhone, iPad Operating Instructions Making Your Pioneer VSX-921-K a Complete Home Theater Premium in-wall speakers create a complete home theater Looking to complete your ultimate Pioneer home theater? Consider adding these suggested premium Pioneer in-wall and in-ceiling speakers for a rich, immersive home theater experience without taking up a lot of room. Or keep things personal with a pair of Pioneer advanced audiophile over-ear headphones for intense critical listening. 7.1 Speaker Packages for the VSX-921 The Pioneer S-IC651-LR 6.5" In-ceiling CST Speaker for Front Left and Right The Pioneer S-IW551L LCR In-wall CST Speaker for Front Center Channel The Pioneer S-IW651-LR In-wall CST Speakers for Surrounds and Surround Backs The Pioneer S-W601 12" Powered Subwoofer Headphones The Pioneer SE-A1000 Flagship Audiophile/Home Theater Headphones Which Pioneer VSX Receiver is Right for You? VSX-521-K VSX-821-K VSX-921-K VSX-1021-K VSX-1121-K Power/ Channels (20Hz - 20kHz @ 8 Ohms) 80 x 5 80 x 5 80 x 7 90 x 7 110 x 7 HDMI 1.4a Inputs 4 4 4 5 7 3D Ready Audio Return Channel MCACC Room Calibration Advanced Advanced Bluetooth Ready (opt. adapter required) iPod, iPhone, iPad Compatible 1080p Video Scaler - - - AirPlay Equipped - - - Pioneer iControlAV2 Control App Compatible - - - Pioneer Air Jam Bluetooth App Compatible - - - vTuner Internet Radio - - - AV Navigator Interactive Owner's Manual - - - Pandora Internet Radio - - - - Sirius Internet Radio - - - - 2nd Zone Audio Preout - - - - RS-232C - - - - 12-Volt Trigger (x2) - - - - Advanced Direct Construction - - - - Detachable Power Cord - - - -

Most helpful customer reviews 6 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Great AV receiver By A. Gong This is a great AV receiver and occupies the sweet spot for value in pioneer's line this year. The features and connection settings are plenty for my use. I like the UI for setting up settings including the sound calibration settings for the room. The remote is basic and i wish it could have a night glow feature. 2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great sound, bad UI By Anders Johnson I bought this to replace a 3 year old Onkyo that died from a bad HDMI circuit. The most impressive thing about it is how cool it runs while still delivering sound that is every bit as refined (to my ears) as the more expensive and much more power hungry Onkyo.But the main problem with this thing is the lousy user interface. I know that UI probably isn't your first concern when it comes to a receiver, but companies like Apple have raised the bar on this, and when you get a UI that would have been substandard in 1995 (no exaggeration), it's hard not to be disappointed.The on-screen display is black-and-white, text-only, all caps and fixed width, and it FLICKERS to boot (on my 1080p display at least). There is no overlay, so no visual feedback when you change the volume, etc. The response time for changing inputs or connecting a camera is up to several seconds. The remote is especially difficult to program (for example, no LED to tell you when it's ready for you to enter a code), and it's missing some of the most useful functions of the TiVo remote. Also, it's far too easy to reconfigure an input's audio port accidentally via the remote.It features HDMI power off, but no HDMI power on. In fact, if you turn the TV on with this feature enabled, the receiver turns OFF. At least the HDMI audio sync works, and apparently it's always on, so there's no UI for it.If there's one redeeming feature, it's the available battery-less A2DP Bluetooth option. It's more convenient and versatile than an iPod dock if your player has Bluetooth. You could instead mount the player as a USB drive and control it with the receiver's remote using the on-screen display, but you wouldn't want to.Having already learned how to use the thing, it works well, and I'm not going to return it. But Pioneer had better step up their game in the UI department if they want to stay in the receiver business. See all 2 customer reviews...

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