Pioneer Receivers

VSX-1021-K

The new Pioneer VSX-1021-K AV Receiver is the answer to a home theater enthusiast’s prayers. Delivering remarkable performance in an elegant package, it is a receiver designed with advanced technology that performs exquisitely in the moment, while at the same time never taking its eyes off the future. Its state-of-the-art, forward looking features get you closer to exactly what the artist intended in a way that has never been possible.

AirPlay®
One of the most exciting new features of the VSX-1021-K is AirPlay. With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to the VSX-1021-K and play it through your home theater system. Simply connect the receiver to your home network via Ethernet or Pioneer’s optional wireless adapter (AS-WL300) and it instantly becomes the hub for playback of your iTunes music from your connected Apple device or networked computer.
You can even use the receiver to view metadata including song title, artist as well as album art on a connected display. Download Apple’s free “Remote” application and use your Apple device as a remote control. With AirPlay, there is really no reason why your iTunes music has to be restricted to your computer!

Made for you. And your iPad®, iPhone® and iPod®

Unlike other receiver lines, 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 is no need to buy a separate dock to access all your music, videos, streaming content, and photos stored on your Apple portable devices.

Plus, since your iPhone iPod and now your iPad charges automatically when connected, it is 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 network features remain fully functional, you can still take that call. Music and movies simply mute and you are good to go. And you have got lots of control options – use the iPhone directly, or push a single button on the VSX-1021-K’s front panel to switch control to the included preset remote and an intuitive, full-color GUI.

Transform your Apple Device into a Powerful Remote Control
Communicating with the VSX-1021-K wirelessly through your home network, Pioneer’s free app turns your iPhone, iPod touch and now your iPad into a powerful remote control for your receiver. The all new iControlAV2 app is fully redesigned and incorporates everything from basic volume and input selection to advanced features like EQ adjustments and Internet Radio control. The iControlAV2 for iPad includes enhanced features like vertical and horizontal orientation, intuitive control of music from networked PCs as well as internet radio control, and a super-cool finger EQ adjust screen; simply draw the EQ curve to your desired sound preference.

Unleash your Smartphone’s Music with Bluetooth®
The VSX-1021-K is fully ready for wireless connectivity with Bluetooth audio from your iPhone®, Blackberry®, or Android® smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled sources like laptops. With the Pioneer AS-BT200 Bluetooth adapter, you can free yourself from headphones, cables and inputs. And you will enjoy near CD-quality with Sound Retriever AIR technology, created specifically to enhance Bluetooth audio.

Air Jam
Available as a free download for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad devices, Pioneer’s exclusive Air Jam application is revolutionizing the way you share your music. Used in conjunction with the VSX-1021-K receiver (optional AS-BT200 Bluetooth adapter required), up to four Apple devices can be paired via Bluetooth to share music and create playlists.

Once connected wirelessly, you can choose songs from your device to add to a group playlist to play back on the VSX-1021-K. You can view the playlist on each device. Like the songs one of your friends added to the playlist? Select it and you’ve got the option to purchase it from iTunes or watch the music video on YouTube.

Connect to your PC Music Files or Internet Radio
The VSX-1021-K’s networking ability opens up an entirely new world of possibilities. A rear panel Ethernet port allows full integration into your home network. With DLNA 1.5 certification, a whole new level of entertainment options are at your fingertips. Stream your MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV, or even FLAC music files from your PC, laptop or smartphone to your home theater system.
The Pioneer VSX-1021-K receiver also supports Internet Radio with vTuner, so you can enjoy 1000′s of internet radio stations from around the world .Controlled by Pioneer’s iControlAV2 app, it accesses tens of thousands of web-based radio stations worldwide, making it easy for you to find the ones you want and listen to them directly on your receiver – no antenna required.

So Many Ways to Listen
With up to 192kHz / 24-bit LPCM and even FLAC file compatibility, Network streaming audio playback is now ready for the true audiophile. An optional AS-WL300 wireless adapter is also available for wireless network convenience. For on-the-go easy access, a front USB port lets you connect your portable media player to display a slideshow of JPEG photos on your HDTV, or play music files with album art support. And your options do not stop with your portable devices. The Pioneer VSX-1021-K is your portal for SIRIUS satellite radio (subscription required) and thousands of free Internet radio stations – all just a few clicks of the remote.

Know How and Show How with AV Navigator
Imagine an owners manual that actually communicates with your receiver. Imagine an owners manual that asks you what sources you would like to connect and how you would like to configure your speakers - and walks you through the process as you do it.

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. Just sit back and let MCACC do the work.
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.
An industry-first, Pioneer’s AV Navigator truly is an interactive owners manual that takes all the guesswork out of setting up your receiver. AV Navigator uses your iPad or networked PC to communicate directly with the VSX-1021-K, walking you through speaker set-up, MCACC room calibration, sound optimization, firmware updates and more.

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-1021-K you are prepared for the next generation of 3D video content. With 5 HDMI inputs, you have 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.

Advanced Video Processing. Picture Perfect Whatever the Source
Drawing on Pioneer’s extensive video know-how, the VSX-1021-K provides video conversion from composite and component video to HDMI for a single-wire high-definition audio and video solution as well as up to 1080p video scaling for an exceptional high definition picture, regardless of the source.

Full-Color On-Screen Graphical User Interface
All of the VSX-1021-K’s advanced control and connectivity options are made even better with a full-color user interface on your connected TV. Effortlessly navigate through the VSX-1021-K’s menu and enjoy iTunes album art from a connected Apple device. This is one well-rounded AV receiver.

SC-LX85

The SC-LX85 has it all, including selected audiophile enhancements, and you can use the included RF Remote to control all functions, even without the Receiver being in your line-of-sight.

Besides a state-of-the-art class D amplifier that provides 9.2 surround sound in HD, a digital connection with your iPod®, iPhone® or iPad®without dock, you get easy-to-operate worldwide internet radio (vTuner) and network streaming via DLNA (Windows 7 compatible) or Apple Airplay® when you connect via LAN. LPCM, WAV, FLAC and other lossless formats are supported. Compatible (free) smartphone/tablet apps which include the advanced remote control app iControlAV2 and Air Jam, a Bluetooth-based social app are made available for a convenient control and playback option via your Receiver.

Intelligent speaker calibration
Surround speakers can hardly be ideally positioned. The included MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) therefore analyses the existing sound field, just like a sound professional, and adjusts the sound timings to precision-tune the system to your room.

Direct digital connection with your iPod, iPhone or iPad
No need for a dock – you can connect your Apple® device directly to the Receiver. Thanks to the digital connection, you get the best possible audio quality (further enhanced by the Advanced Sound Retriever). Furthermore, you can view photos and videos, and stream apps like YouTube to your TV.

Stream with AirPlay
Apple’s AirPlay lets you stream music from any compatible device connected to your home network. This means you can easily enjoy your iTunes music library through your AV Receiver. You can also view metadata such as song title, artist name and even album artwork on a connected display.

Stream with DLNA
DLNA is widely supported on PCs, laptops, smartphones and other devices. This Receiver being DLNA certified means you can easily stream audio from such a device using your home network.

Remote of the future
iControlAV2 is our 2nd-generation app that lets you control all important functions of your Receiver from your smartphone or tablet. Control playback, select an input, adjust listening modes and change sound balance and emphasis from one app.

Music listening made social
Air Jam is a Bluetooth-based app that lets a group of people connect with their iPhone, iPod touch or iPad and add their songs to the Receiver’s playlist. Participants can see which song was, is or will be playing - a great way to share and discover tunes. This feature requires iOS 4.2 with iPhone 4/3GS/3G, iPad or iPod touch (2nd gen. or higher).

Less jitter, better audio
Transmission via HDMI can cause clock jitter, causing sound distortion during the D/A conversion. PQLS “speed synchronises” the digital audio data between the Receiver and your matching Pioneer Blu-ray player, reducing the jitter. The result is clear, rich and precise audio.

Image optimised for you
Advanced Video Adjust optimises the video signal according to your type of screen or projector. Based on MCACC calibration data, it also adjusts image quality to your distance from the screen.

Intuitive setup and operation
With the Receiver connected to your home network, AVNavigator software from the included CD makes installation a breeze. Wiring Navi guides you in making the connections with speakers and other devices, and updates the Receiver with the appropriate settings, while the interactive manual lets you intuitively explore every feature of the Receiver. AVNavigator is also available as a free app for iPad users.

LX55

Homemation introduces the NEW VSX-LX55 instant wireless LAN receiver from Pioneer.

The VSX-LX55 includes an adapter for a wireless LAN connection for a tidier installation.

Besides 7.2 surround sound in HD and a digital connection with your iPod, iPhone or iPad without dock, you get easy-to-operate worldwide internet radio (vTuner) and network streaming via DLNA or Apple Airplay when you connect via LAN. LPCM, WAV, FLAC and other lossless formats are supported as well as THX Select 2 Plus audio.

Compatible (free) smartphone/tablet apps include the advanced remote control app iControlAV2 and Air Jam, a Bluetooth-based social app.