VSX-31

7.1-CHANNEL ELITE RECEIVER FEATURING DOLBY® TRUEHD, DTS-HD®MASTER AUDIO, MADE FOR IPOD & IPHONE CERTIFICATION, AND INTERNET RADIO

AMPLIFICATION AND BUILD

›› 80 Watts x 7 Direct Energy Amplification › (20Hz – 20kHz, 8 ohms, 0.08% THD – FTC)

›› Stream Direct Mode

›› High Gloss Black Finish

AUDIO FEATURES

›› Freescale™ Digital Core Engine

›› Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby ProLogic IIz, › DTS-HD®Master Audio / High Resolution Audio

›› Advanced MCACC (Auto Room Calibration)

––Symmetric 9-Band EQ

––Standing Wave Control

––Auto Crossover

›› 192 kHz / 24-Bit DAC (106 dB S/N)

›› 96 kHz / 24-Bit ADC (102 dB S/N) ›› Jitter Reduction PLL Circuit

›› Phase Control

›› WMA9 Pro Decoder

›› DTS Neural Surround

›› PQLS 2-Channel Audio for CD (Precision Quartz Lock System) ›› Advanced Surround Sound (13+1 Modes)

›› Wide Surround

›› Front Stage Surround Advance (Focus, Wide) ›› Headphone Surround

›› Virtual Surround Back and Height

›› Multi-Channel Auto Level Control ›› Dialogue Enhancement

›› Multi-Channel Advanced Sound Retriever

›› Sound Retriever AIR for Enhanced 2-Channel Playback via Bluetooth® ›› Digital Noise Reduction

›› Midnight Listening Mode

›› Sound Delay (Lip-Sync)

Bold denotes step-up features from VSX-30

VIDEO FEATURES

›› HDMI® (V.1.4a with 3D)

›› 1080p Video Scaler for Analog and HDMI to HDMI Video Inputs ›› Supports 36-bit Deep Color and x.v. Color

›› Pure Cinema I/P Conversion

›› 3D Noise Reduction (for Analog SD Input)

›› Video Adjustments (SD Only) – Detail, Sharp, Hue, Chroma, Bright, Contrast

CONNECTIVITY

›› Made for iPod & iPhone Certified with Front USB Featuring iPhone, › iPod Touch, and iPod® Player Album Art and Full Color GUI › (USB + Composite Cable Included)

›› Ethernet Input for Internet Radio (24 Presets)

›› Front Panel USB Memory Audio and Photo Playback ›› Bluetooth Ready1

›› HDMI (6 Inputs Including 1 Front Input / 1 Output) ›› Digital Coaxial (2 Inputs)

›› Digital Optical (2 Inputs)

›› Audio In / Out (2 Inputs / 1 Output)

›› A/V Composite (4 Inputs / 1 Output) Including 1 Front Input ›› Component Video (2 Inputs – Assignable / 1 Output)

›› SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready2

CUSTOM CONTROL

›› iControlAV App for control of receiver with iPhone/iPod Touch (available for download in the Apple App Store)3

›› On-Screen Display Full Color GUI

›› 2-Zone Multi-Zone and Source (Analog A/V Out for Zone 2) with

OSD

›› Second Zone iPod USB / Internet Radio / SIRIUS

›› Internet Radio Station Input via USB-connected Keyboard ›› Versatile 9.1 Speaker Configuration

›› Main Room / Multi-zone Illuminated Learning Remote ›› RS-232C Interface

›› 12 Volt Trigger (x2 – Assignable) ›› I/R (1 In / 1 Out)

›› Detachable Power Cord

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Pioneer VSX-31 manual Amplification and Build, Audio Features, Video Features, Connectivity, Custom Control

VSX-31 specifications

The Pioneer VSX-31 is a premium 7.1-channel AV receiver designed to deliver an exceptional home theater experience. Known for its powerful performance and advanced features, the VSX-31 serves as a hub for all your audio and visual requirements. One of its standout characteristics is the integration of Pioneer's proprietary technologies that enhance sound quality and versatility.

At the heart of the VSX-31 is the Class D3 amplification technology, which provides clear and dynamic audio output while ensuring efficient power usage. This technology allows the receiver to produce 100 watts per channel, delivering robust sound for any media format. The receiver also features the Advanced Sound Retriever for enhancing compressed audio formats, restoring lost details and improving overall sound clarity.

The VSX-31 supports a wide range of surround sound formats, including Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and Dolby Digital Plus, making it an excellent choice for movie aficionados. Its Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) is another noteworthy feature, automatically adjusting audio settings to suit the room’s acoustics. This ensures an immersive listening experience, regardless of the environment.

Connectivity options are abundant, with six HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs, allowing multiple devices, such as game consoles, Blu-ray players, and streaming devices, to be connected simultaneously. The receiver also supports 4K video pass-through, which is essential for consumers transitioning to ultra-high-definition content.

In terms of user interface, the VSX-31 includes an easy-to-navigate on-screen display and an intuitive remote control, which enhances user convenience. The receiver is also compatible with various streaming services, offering the flexibility to enjoy music from your favorite platforms directly through your home audio system.

The build quality of the VSX-31 reflects Pioneer's commitment to durability and performance, featuring a robust chassis designed to minimize vibrations and interference. Overall, the Pioneer VSX-31 stands out as a versatile and powerful AV receiver, combining state-of-the-art technology with user-friendly features to elevate any home entertainment setup. Whether for movies, music, or gaming, the VSX-31 is equipped to provide a rich and engaging audio-visual experience.