Pioneer VSX-917-K|S AV Receiver

Pioneer Updated: 2008-07-15 RSS
Pioneer VSX-917-K|S AV Receiver

With an array of sound innovations, this 7-channel A/V receiver with HDMI® video inputs is both SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Ready and XM® Satellite Radio Ready, combining the ultimate in satellite entertainment with the finest audio output. Whether your tastes run to talk, classical or hip-hop, your favorite satellite radio programming will be reproduced in digital clarity with the convenience of on screen display capabilities.

Home Entertainment Hub
Designed to be the centerpiece of a home theater, the VSX-917V-K delivers high-impact sound via Pioneer's own Phase Control bass management system to ensure precision low frequency output and Sound Retriever for improved sound quality of compressed music files.  It also features Auto MCACC Setup with five-band EQ for automatic tuning to the specifications of any room, as well as Pioneer Hybrid II Amplification and Front Stage Surround Advance audio. To deliver the finest movie, music and gaming experience, it comes packed with surround sound technologies, including Dolby® Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS® DTS-ES and DTS 96/24, as well as Windows Media® Audio Professional 9 decoders.

Optimized for HD
For today's high definition entertainment, this high-power 7.1-channel receiver features HDMI video switching for fast, smooth toggling between video sources, including DVD, Blu-ray Disc®, game consoles and more.  For the highest resolution audio performance, the VSX-917V-K utilizes a 192kHz/24-bit digital to analog (DAC) converter that helps maintain a pure signal from input to output for all seven audio channels, resulting in clarity and fidelity.

High Tech Connectivity
Connectivity takes center stage on this receiver with HDMI video switching (2 in/1 out) that allows you to enjoy the latest in high definition entertainment experiences.  Other connections include three composite A/V inputs and three S-Video inputs, XM® and SIRIUS satellite radio input For a Connect-and-Play antenna and SIRIUS Connect™ Home Tuner and Docks, three component video inputs for HD video sources, four assignable digital inputs, and for Pioneer Plasma owners, SR+ Pioneer PureVision® Plasma Control, which allows for a host of user-friendly benefits. For the ultimate in digital connectivity and performance, this receiver delivers superior sound and video quality to your home theater.

Power
Power Amplifier Design: Hybrid II
Surround Power: 120 x 7
Channels: 7
THD: 1kHz w/1% THD @ 8 ohm
Calibration Features
MCACC Speaker Calibration: Auto
EQ Bands: 5
EQ Memory: Yes
Digital Audio Processing
Digital Engine: Freescale
Dolby Digital EX: Yes
Dolby Digital 5.1: Yes
Dolby Pro-Logic II: Yes
DTS-ES: Yes
DTS 96/24: Yes
DTS NEO:6: Yes
WMA9 Pro: Yes
XM HD Surround: Yes
Digital Video Processing
1080p via HDMI: Yes
Component Video Conversion: Yes

Sound Enhancements
Auto Surround: Yes
Advanced Surround Modes: 11 +1
Front Stage Surround Advance: (Focus/Wide
Headphone Surround: Yes
Virtual Surround Back: Yes
Sound Retriever: Yes
Midnight Mode: Yes
Loudness: Yes
Tone Control: Yes

Connectivity
HDMI In: 2 Video
Component Video In / Monitor Out: 3/1
S-Video In / Rec.Out: 3/1
AV In / Rec.Out: 4/1
Audio In / Rec.Out (inc. tuner & front): 5/1
XM Satelite Radio: Yes
Sirius Satelite Radio: Yes
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Digital Optical Input / Output: 3/1
Analog Multi-ch input: 8
Preamp Output: Sub
Front Audo Mini Jack: Yes
Headphone Out: Yes
Speaker A/B: A+B

Conveniences
On-Screen Display: Yes
SR+: Yes
Display Dimmer: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
Front A/V Terminals: Yes
AM/FM Preset: 30
AM/FM Station Rename: Yes

Remote Control
Type: LCD Preset
Multi-Operation: Yes

Construction
Finish: Black

Dimensions
Dimensions (inches): (WxHxD) 16 9/16 x 6 1/4 x 13 7/8
Weight: 20 lbs 3 oz