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Features

Advanced Direct Energy design

This receiver offers a new advancement in discrete design unique to Pioneer for high-power drivability, low distortion and stable imaging. Through symmetrical placement of power amplification units, this receiver generates equal amplifier power to all channels, eliminating the possibility of one channel dominating a particular sound field.

Easy setup using Advanced MCACC

The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced features of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ. This innovative technology measures the reverb characteristics of your listening area, allowing you to customize your system calibration with the help of a graphical output that can be displayed on-screen. With the additional benefits of numerous MCACC preset memories, standing wave control and microphone measurements from a series of reference points, your home theater experience can be truly customized for optimal surround sound.

THX Select2 certified design

This receiver bears the THX Select2 logo, which means it has passed a rigorous series of quality and performance tests covering every aspect of the product. This includes testing of pre-amplifier and power amplifier performance and operation, and hundreds of other parameters in both the digital and analog domain, making your home theater experience as faithful as possible to what the director intended.

Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, including Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS 96/24 and DTS-ES Dolby Digital and DTS decoding brings theater sound right into your home with up to six channels of surround sound, including a special LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel for deep, realistic sound effects.

The built-in Dolby Pro Logic IIx and DTS Neo:6 decoders not only provide full surround sound decoding for Dolby Surround sources, but will also generate convincing surround sound for any stereo source.

Also, with the addition of a surround back speaker, you can take advantage of the built-in Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES decoders for six-channel surround sound.

Phase correction

The Phase Control technology incorporated into this receiver’s design provides coherent sound reproduction through the use of phase matching for an optimal sound image at your listening position.

Sound Retriever

The Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that helps bring CD quality sound back to WMA, MP3 and MPEG-4 AAC audio files by restoring sound pressure and smoothing jagged artifacts left over after compression.

HDMI and digital video conversion

This receiver is compatible with the HDMI digital video format, providing you high-definition digital video and digital audio via a single cable. Also, using this receiver’s built-in digital video converter, analog video signals can be output through the HDMI terminal as digital video.

iPod Ready

With the new iPod terminal, you’ll be up and running in no time, now that this receiver’s enhanced compatibility makes on-screen control of your iPod an added possibility.

USB interface

The USB allows you to listen to two-channel audio from a USB mass storage device connected to this receiver.

Easy-to-use LCD remote control

The remote control gives you not only complete control over every function of this receiver, but also over the main functions for other components in your home theater system. Using a system of preset codes, you can program the remote to operate a wide range of other equipment.

Checking what’s in the box

Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories:

Setup microphone (cable: 5 m)

Remote control unit

AA/LR6 dry cell batteries x2

AM loop antenna

FM wire antenna

iPod audio control cable

Warranty card

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VSX-2016AV specifications

The Pioneer VSX-2016AV is a versatile and feature-rich AV receiver that has garnered attention for its ability to deliver a cinematic experience in the home. With a focus on sound quality and user-friendly features, the VSX-2016AV stands out as a strong option for both casual listeners and serious home theater enthusiasts.

One of the primary attractions of the VSX-2016AV is its robust audio performance. It supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring that users can enjoy high-resolution soundtracks from their Blu-ray discs. The receiver also features Pioneer's proprietary Sound Retriever technology that enhances compressed audio files, allowing for a more engaging listening experience, regardless of the source.

The VSX-2016AV does not skimp on connectivity options, offering multiple HDMI inputs and outputs to accommodate a range of devices. This includes support for 4K pass-through, making it future-proof for users with advanced video sources. In addition to HDMI, the receiver also provides options for component video, composite video, and analog audio connections, catering to a variety of setups.

Another standout feature is the integrated MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) technology. This system automatically calibrates the receiver to the acoustics of the room, ensuring that users experience optimal sound performance based on their specific environment. The result is a well-balanced audio output that enhances the overall listening experience.

With six channels of amplification, the VSX-2016AV is capable of powering a full surround sound system. The receiver provides a total power output of 100 watts per channel, which is ample for most home theater setups. It also includes various sound modes, allowing users to customize the audio output for movies, music, and gaming.

A user-friendly interface and remote control system make it easy to navigate through the various settings and options. The front panel features a clear display that provides vital information about input selection, volume levels, and audio formats. Additionally, Pioneer's iControlAV app enables smartphone control, allowing users to manage their audio settings seamlessly.

In conclusion, the Pioneer VSX-2016AV combines advanced audio technologies with a robust feature set, making it an excellent choice for home entertainment enthusiasts. Its emphasis on sound quality, along with the convenience of connectivity options and user-friendly controls, ensures that it can meet the needs of a diverse range of users. Whether for movie nights or music listening, this AV receiver stands ready to elevate the home audio experience.