Pioneer VSX-1020-K 7.1 - Easiest Home Theater Receiver to Set Up

Setting up a home theater receiver couldn't be easier.The Pioneer vsx-1020-k 7.1 provides multiple options for connecting to HD video, HD audio, internet, wireless, and analog components. Pioneer not only automates the audio configuration and setup, but they also provide manual controls that customize these settings to your individual tastes.

With the use of the provided microphone and remote control, the Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) system provides full analysis of the surrounding acoustic environment and automatically configures the vsx-1020-k to sound the best in your room.

This is especially important when setting up a home theater. Customization based on the existing acoustic environment and personal taste is at the heart of achieving professional results. It's no wonder why the vsx-1020-k receives top reviews.

The VSX-1020-K 7.1 provides the power, features, and quality that have defined Pioneer as an industry leader in consumer electronics. At 110 watts per per channel with multi-zone 7.1 and 5.1+2 surround sound, it ranks as one of Pioneer's top rated receivers in their vsx product line. Built in audio CODEC supports the latest formats, including Dolby Pro Logic IIz with pre-amp output, Dolby True HD, and DTS HD Master Audio. Digital format support includes JPEG, MP3, WAV, and WMA.

iPhone support includes full plug-and-play integration. Included USB composite video cable interconnects the iPhone to the front of the vsx-1020-K. Your iPhone now has immediate access to an enormous amount of digital information. iTunes, movies, television shows, and CD art can be automatically downloaded and instantly enjoyed. Best of all, while enjoying digital content, your iPhone can still receive calls. Movies and music are automatically paused when a call is received or placed.

Features a full-color GUI on screen graphical user interface, accessed using the remote control that provides extensive audio editing and configuration.

When using (MCACC) Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration. The size of the room, speaker proximity, and analysis of standing waves are all processed and factored into its configuration. Audio settings can be manually adjusted using an on screen equalizer that includes phase and standing wave adjustment settings.

With so many inputs and connections on the back of this receiver, and additional USB and iPhone inserts in the front, lets you turn your iPhone and iPod into the ultimate controller

Not only is the pioneer vsx-1020-k 7.1 easy to set up. This receiver will tell you if you have a speaker that is out of phase, where your speakers should be moved, to achieve the best sound, and if your sub-woofer is set too loud for your room.