Pioneer Electronics Introduces New, Redesigned A/V Receivers

16-Jan-02

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. introduced four digital audio/video receivers with a host of new features, including one of the industry's first to offer DolbyÆ Digital EXô. By offering more processing power than ever, these receivers allow consumers to experience the audio effects used in today's music and movies. The new receivers are the VSX-D411, VSX-D511, VSX-D711 and VSX-D811S models, and feature the following key technologies:- Dolby Digital EXô/DTS-ESÆ Discrete (VSX-D811S)- Dolby Digital and DTSÆ decoding- Dolby Pro-Logic II and DTS NEO:6Æ- Pioneer's 5-D Expanded Theater (6-D Expanded Theater for VSX-D811S)- Pioneer's Hybrid Thermal Compensation circuit amplifier design- 5.1-channel inputs (VSX-D711S and VSX-D811S feature 7.1-channel inputs)- Component video switching (VSX-D711 and VSX-D811S)This line of A/V receivers offers extremely clean, and modern cosmetics, high power and excellent sound performance. The redesigned look and feel of the receivers includes a sleek front-end design, and an easier-to-read blue/white display. With the combination of great looks and high performance technology, the new receivers are poised to stand out from the rest of the industry.""Our new line of audio/video receivers allows consumers to fully utilize their DVD player's capabilities,"" said Craig McManis, Vice President of Marketing for Home Entertainment at Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. ""As the first to offer Dolby's newest sound technology, consumers will now have the ultimate home theatre entertainment experience.""The VSX-D811S also offers DTS-ES discrete decoding and Pioneer's exclusive 6.1 Expanded Theater surround processing and 7.1-channel inputs. Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES add sound to the rear center speakers, while left and right surround information is reproduced by the side speakers. The addition of a new surround channel and use of speakers allows true ""fly-over"" and ""fly-around"" effects that are more accurately placed, either directly behind or directly beside the audience. The VSX-D811S includes dual surround back speaker binding posts, allowing for a true 7.1 speaker array, providing an optimal surround experience.All models feature Pioneer's five channels of high equal power amplification (VSX-D811S contains six channels of amplification) which provides 100 watts of amplifier power to all channels, eliminating the possibility of one channel dominating a particular sound field. All five amplifiers are of discrete configuration and utilize Pioneer's hybrid amplification system to ensure that the correct amount of bias signal is applied to each transistor for very low distortion. Pioneer's amplifiers are designed to handle the full bandwidth of Dolby Digital- and DTS-encoded software. The VSX-D411, VSX-D511 and VSX-D711 include Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS decoding. All models include 5.1-channel inputs to allow for the addition of future six-channel formats such as DVD-Audio and SACD.Component and S-video switching are provided in the VSX-D711 and VSX-D811S allowing both progressive and interlaced NTSC and HDTV signals to be passed to the television or monitor. To maintain future compatibility, all of the receivers have multiple, assignable digital inputs (both coaxial and optical). Finally, all new models come with either a standard remote or a preset/learning remote and Quick Setup feature for easy room setup. The Quick setup feature walks the consumer through the process of choosing the number of speakers connected and selecting the room size for very easy and accurate surround sound performance.Specifications for each receiver are as follows:VSX-D411 - Two assignable digital inputs, three audio, three audio/video inputs, and a subwoofer output- New larger LCD segment display for a brighter easier to read displayVSX-D511 includes all VSX-D411 features and adds the following:- 96/24 D/A conversion- S-video in and out - Five channel stereo- Virtual Surround back channel processing to create a virtual six channel surround sound effect from any sourceVSX-D711 includes all VSX-D511 features and adds the following: - Component video switching, two in/one out- Preset remote for control of non-Pioneer branded TV, VCR, DVD, CD, and cable boxes - Front door design that hides rarely used buttons - Digital inputs, three in and one out. (All assignable) - Audio/Video inputs, four audio, four audio/video (tuner included) - S-Video inputs, four in and two out- Center channel pre-out - Front panel audio/video inputs - Independent A and B speakers with large banana binding postsVSX-D811S includes all VSX-D711 features and adds the following:- Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Discrete - Pioneer's exclusive 6.1 Expanded Theater surround processing - Six-channel amplification and with the addition of surround back speaker(s) creates a much broader ""sweet spot"" and more dynamic rear channel effects - Five digital inputs (All assignable)- Front panel audio/video inputs and optical digital input - All channel pre-outs - Preset and learning remote The VSX-D411 will be available in May at a suggested retail price of $275.The VSX-D511 will be available in April at a suggested retail price of $300.The VSX-D711 will be available in April at a suggested retail price of $365.The VSX-D811S will be available in April at a suggested retail price of $475.For more information about Pioneer Electronics, visit www.pioneerelectronics.com.

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