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Pioneer VSX-1020-K
$550.00
Released April, 2010
The Pros:Not only 5 HDMI in the back, but an extra HDMI in the front for temporary connections such as video cameras. IControlAV iPhone app allows volume control and input switching. GUI displays the position of each speaker while configuring, eliminates confusion.
The Cons:Receivers switches to "TV/Sat" every time it is turned on by default, settings to fix this are hard to find. IPhone connectivity needs to operate via Internet connection, isn't stable, and can't switch Internet radio stations. Front cover cheaply constructed, a flimsy pop-out flap.
The Pioneer VSX-1020-K is a 7.1-channel, iPhone-compatible A/V receiver released in Spring 2010. It sits in-between the weaker VSX-920-K (which doesn't support iPhone Remote Applications) and the VSX-1120-K (which adds along PC Control).
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Like its immediate predecessor, the VSX-1020-K features a built-in iPod/iPhone dock, but it comes with a free custom iPod/iPhone touch application. Included also are other basic A/V features: HD video/audio connections, 1080p video upconversion from any source, and support for high-definition audio formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Audio. Content can also be streamed from the Internet via Ethernet, although wireless is limited to Bluetooth.
Additional Information
Additional features include Bluetooth compatibility (AS-BT100 adapter required), Internet Radio (Ethernet required), a front USB port for connecting to a digital camera or portable media player, and SIRIUS satellite radio (subscription required).
Features
- 7.1-Channel A/V Receiver
- Integrated iPod/iPhone Dock
- Free Custom iPod/iPhone App
- 1080p Video Upconversion
- Wired (Ethernet) Connectivity
- Wireless (Bluetooth) Connectivity
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready
- USB Interface (Cams/Camcorders)
- 9 Band Equalizer
- HDMI Repeater (6 In / 1 Out)
- Full Color GUI
- Multi-Zone A/V Pre-Out
- Preset Remote Control
Specifications
- Channels: 7.1 surround sound
- Power: 110x7 watts
- HDMI Specification: v. 1.4, 3D, Deep Color and X.V. Color
- HDMI Ports: 6 in (including 1 front in), 1 out
- Component Ports: 2 in, 1 out
- Audio Codecs Supported: DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Pro Logic IIz with pre-out
- Video Modes Supported: 1080p and below
- Audio Modes Supported: Multi-zone (7.1, 5.1 + 2)
- Digital Formats Supported: JPEG, MP3, WAV, WMA
User Reviews (5)
Pros & Cons
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not only 5 HDMI in the back, but an extra HDMI in the front for temporary connections such as video cameras
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iControlAV iPhone app allows volume control and input switching
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GUI displays the position of each speaker while configuring, eliminates confusion
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Can connect an iPod/iPhone very easily via USB connection
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comes with an integrated iPod/iPhone dock
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receivers switches to "TV/Sat" every time it is turned on by default, settings to fix this are hard to find
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iPhone connectivity needs to operate via Internet connection, isn't stable, and can't switch Internet radio stations
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front cover cheaply constructed, a flimsy pop-out flap
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some audio distortion at louder volumes, possibly due to faulty MCACC system that sends too much power to speakers
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