Pioneer VSA-AX10 - Manual (Page 3)

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Features
Advanced Multichannel Stereophonic Concept
The VSA-AX10-S amplifier is constructed with Pioneer’s industry-leading advanced multichannel stereophonic
concept. This means it is designed to reproduce music and movie soundtracks as close as possible to the
intentions of the producer during mastering. The amplifier uses a revolutionary 3-D Frame Construction
technique and a Symmetrical Power Train Design, with high-performance Advanced Direct Energy MOS-FET
output devices, generating 170 watts (DIN 6
Ω) of power for 7 independent channels. True 32-bit Tri Digital Signal
Processing is used for ultra realistic sound.
i.LINK Digital Interface
The i.LINK interface makes it possible to connect the amplifier to i.LINK-equipped components such as a DVD
player with a single cable and enjoy multichannel digital audio from SACD and DVD-A discs (if the player is
compatible with these outputs), as well as digital audio from DVD-Video, CD and Video CD discs.
In addition to simplified connection, jitterless audio is possible with Pioneer’s PQLS* technology when playing
DVD-As, audio CDs and SACDs. By supressing jitter, deterioration of audio quality is minimized and digital audio
of the highest quality is realized.
*PQLS (Precision Quartz Lock System) [rate control]
Technology for high-precision transmission of digital audio over the i.LINK interface enabling jitterless
digital-to-analog conversion using a precision quartz in this amplifier.
To make this feature work, it is only necessary that this amplifier and one rate-control-compatible player are
alive on the i.LINK network.
Other advantages of using i.LINK include ‘smart’ features such as automatic configuration and automatic
function selection—start playback on a i.LINK-equipped component and the amplifier automatically selects the
component for input.
“i.LINK” and the i.LINK logo are trademarks of the Sony Corporation.
Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC)
In order to make setting up as easy as possible for users we have created the MCACC system. This unique and
convenient way of getting good surround sound from the amplifier makes trouble-free setup a snap. With the
included microphone plugged into the front panel the MCACC system creates a monitoring environment to establish
the parameters of the sound for the specific room you are using. The MCACC system adjusts the parameters to
establish excellent surround sound effects and offers you studio quality home theater sound with minimum effort.
Universal Player Compatibility (DVD Audio)
This amplifier features eight discrete channels of analog inputs, each with 96kHz/24bit A/D converters. This
makes it ideal for use with all audio formats, including DVD-A, and allows very high quality digital processing.
Furthermore, using the MCACC system you can setup this amplifier for optimal DVD-A playback.
Next Generation THX Standards and New Digital Formats
The VSA-AX10 is the first amplifier in the world to be THX Ultra2 certified. Among the new THX technologies is
ASA (Advanced Speaker Array), which can process any 5.1 channel source for 7.1 channel playback (THX Ultra2
Cinema and THX MusicMode), or 6.1 channel playback (THX Surround EX). THX technologies are also available
when listening through an i.LINK interface. Naturally, you can also play all existing audio formats, including the
recently developed Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS 96/24 soundtracks and DTS-ES Extended
Surround formats. On the video side, the component video output is fully compatible with high definition,
progressive-scan digital video (720p).
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
"DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround" and "Neo:6" are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered
trademarkes of Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. Surround EX is a
jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby
Laboratories and is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
Pioneer Video Converter
The Pioneer Video Converter allows more flexibility in hooking up video components as you can use a wide
range of cords interchangeably.
The Energy-saving Design
This amplifier is designed to use 0.65 W of energy when in standby mode.