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Feature Highlights of the New A/V Receivers

Pioneer presents an advanced lineup of A/V receivers for creating the next generation home theatre. High-definition Blu-ray has brought

a new dimension to audio as well as visual potentials. With Pioneer's new A/V receivers, you can enjoy the benefits of the new

generation audio formats, such as DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD, or play music from iPod and other portable digital devices

with improved connectivity via USB.

Innovations for Superior Sound

Phase Control — An Innovation for Multi-Channel Sound

Compensation (VSX-1018AH, VSX-918V, VSX-818V, VSX-518)

When amplifying multi-channel audio signals, receivers use

Low Pass Filter (LPF) for processing low-frequency signals for

subwoofer output. This extra process causes "phase lag", or

approximately 5 msec delay of low-frequency signals with

respect to those of main channels. The delayed bass affects the quality of

main-channel sound and makes the sound lack synchronisation.

Pioneer's latest A/V receivers incorporate original Phase Control

technologies, which apply a new bass management system to effectively

compensate for the phase lag between subwoofer channel and the main

channels. This significantly improves the multi-channel sound without

any extra operation.

The "Phase Control" Compensates for the Delay of Low-Frequency Sound

Source

A/V Receiver

Speakers

PHASE CONTROL

Create an Ideal Acoustic Environment with Ease — with

MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System)

(VSX-1018AH, VSX-918V, VSX-818V)

MCACC allows you to duplicate the acoustic

environment of the mixing studio, where recordings

and soundtracks are mixed and mastered. With the

Pioneer A/V receivers, the system — complete with a

microphone — compensates for

differences in speaker size, speaker level,

and speaker distance, and equalises

response with 9-Band (VSX-1018AH) or

5-Band (VSX-918V, VSX-818V) EQ, all

automatically.

Acoustic Calibration by MCACC

Before Calibration

After Calibration

Speaker distance, sound pressure level, and

frequency response are all uneven.

frequency response are all equalised.

The sound field is automatically

measured using the supplied mic.

SET-UP

Calibration

MIC

SET-UP

SET

SET-UP

-UP

MIC

Speaker sizes and number of speakers

are automatically detected.

Moreover, the VSX-1018AH has a double expanded

range for acoustic measurements from 0 to 160 msec

including the direct sound area. You can make

automatic or manual selection of the equalisation point

for more precise acoustic adjustments suited to your

room environment.

USB Connection for iPod and USB Devices (VSX-1018AH, VSX-918V,

VSX-818V)

You can easily enjoy music from iPod and other USB

devices by plugging the cable into the front USB

terminal. The lossless digital transfer provides high-

quality sound for your music. Your iPod or USB device

can be operated with the remote control and OSD display.

* iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Auto Level Control Volume Management System

(VSX-1018AH, VSX-918V, VSX-818V, VSX-518)

The new feature equalises volume level differences

between tracks when playing from iPod or other portable

audio players. The playback volume is maintained at a

consistent level, so there is no need to make adjustments

for each song.

Transfer

Track 1

Track 2

Track 3

Different Volumes

Standardised Playback Volume

Auto Level

Control

Track 1

Track 2

Track 3

Sound Level Equalisation

Advanced Sound Retriever (Restores the quality of compressed

audio) (VSX-1018AH, VSX-918V, VSX-818V, VSX-518)

The units come with the Advanced Sound Retriever, which

significantly improves the sound quality of compressed

audio — such as WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, and MP3 — to the

level of CD sound. This Pioneer-exclusive technology applies a special

algorithm to restore the signals in barely audible ranges, which are

eliminated during the compression process.

Advanced Sound Retriever Restoration Image

Restoration of lost music cadence

Sound Retriever ON

CD sound

Compressed

Restored

sound

Time

Restoration of lost music cadence

Sound Retriever ON

CD sound

Compressed

Restored

sound

Low

Middle

High

Frequency

Low

Middle

High

Frequency

Low

Middle

High

Frequency

VSX-1018AH-S

A THX Select2 Plus certified 7.1-channel A/V receiver featuring DTS-HD/Dolby TrueHD new generation audio

formats, 180 W x 7ch power, Phase Control, Advanced Sound Retriever, Advanced MCACC, HDMI repeater, USB

Memory Audio Ready, and iPod

Digital Playback (Made for iPod)

New Generation Audio Formats

sDTS-HD/Dolby TrueHD decoders

Pioneer-Exclusive Innovations

sPhase Control (Bass management system ensures precision low

frequency output)

sAdvanced MCACC setup with 9-band EQ

sAdvanced Sound Retriever (for enhanced PC and portable audio)

sStanding Wave Control

sFront Stage Surround Advance

sAuto Level Control

• Advanced Direct Energy Power Amplifier

Features for Superior Sound Quality

sMaximum power (6 ohms): 180 W x 7ch

• Digital Core Engine with Freescale 400MIPS Processing DSP

• 192 kHz/24-bit DAC

Rear Panel

New Generation Audio Formats

DTS-HD Master Audio (VSX-1018AH)

The VSX-1018AH features DTS-HD Master Audio

decoder for playing the highest quality audio

format. With DTS-HD Master Audio, you can enjoy

sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master. DTS-HD Master

Audio delivers audio at extremely high variable bit rates of 24.5 Mbps,

which far exceeds standard DVDs. DTS-HD Master Audio offers movies

and music in the pure, original state as intended by the artists.

* DTS is a registered trademark & the DTS logo and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc.

Dolby TrueHD (VSX-1018AH)

The VSX-1018AH comes with Dolby TrueHD decoders.

This new audio format delivers sound that is on par with

the original soundtrack, letting you experience the world

of true high-definition entertainment from Blu-ray Discs.

With lossless encoding in up to 18 Mbps bit rate, Dolby TrueHD creates a

synergy with high-definition video to offer you a home theatre experience

like never before.

* Dolby, Dolby TrueHD, Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital EX, and the double-D symbol are

registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Surround Sound Technologies

sTHX Select2 Plus certified

• DTS-ES/DTS 96/24/Dolby Digital EX/Dolby Digital Plus decoders

• WMA9 Pro decoder

• Audio delay for adjusting Lip Sync (0-200 ms)

• Dialogue Enhancement

• Stream Direct (for pure and unprocessed digital sound)

Enhanced Convenience

sHDMI repeater (2 in/1 out), x.v.Colour, Deep Colour compatible

siPod player digital direct via USB

sUSB memory audio ready (USB Host function)

sDigital video converter (up to HDMI)

sKURO LINK

• SR+ terminal (Control your A/V receiver via Pioneer plasma TV remote

sensor)

* x.v.Colour is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

HDMI with Deep Colour

(VSX-1018AH)

The VSX-1018AH supports Deep

Colour with ultra-high colour depth

of up to 36 bit, allowing smooth

colour transitions, finest colour

gradation steps, and a dramatically

improved contrast ratio.

Digital Video Converter with HDMI Output

(VSX-1018AH)

Input

Output

HDMI

Component

S-Video

Composite

Video

Home Theatre Sound

THX Select2 Plus Certified (VSX-1018AH)

THX is a Lucasfilm Ltd. programme created to achieve

maximum accuracy in the reproduction of movie sound.

The VSX-1018AH has adhered to rigorous guidelines for

sound purity, power output and processing capabilities required for the

certification. The latest THX Select2 Plus certification offers a wide array

of listening modes for enhanced entertainment, delivering sounds just as

they were mixed in the studio, regardless of volume level.

* The THX logo is a trademark of THX Ltd., which may be registered in some

jurisdictions.