Achieve 4K Ultra HD pass-through with 3D support via HDMI with the Pioneer VSX-S520 5.1-Channel Network A/V Receiver. It produces up to 50W of power per channel at 4 Ohms for room-filling sound. MCACC sound optimization will allow you to tailor the sound to your room's specific acoustics. Built-in Bluetooth connectivity allows you to listen to music wirelessly from your favorite Bluetooth-capable device and AirPlay will allow you to connect to your compatible iOS devices. You can also attach a USB drive to the USB port on the front panel to play your MP3, WMA, AAC files, and more.
The VSX-S520 is equipped with four HDMI inputs and one HDMI output. The HDMI output supports ARC for the reproduction of TV-based audio, such as your TV's built-in Netflix or Hulu apps. It also features an on-screen GUI for simplified setup and control. You can also control it with the iOS- and Android-compatible Pioneer Remote app.
- Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pro Logic II
- DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Express, DTS Neo:6 5.1
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support with future firmware update
- DSD playback via network/USB (5.6 MHz/2-channel, 2.8 MHz/2-channel)
- DSD disc (SACD) playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1-channel, 2-channel)
- Digital Core Engine with Cirrus Logic (Quad Core)
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
- MCACC Auto Room Tuning: Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band)
- Advanced Sound Retriever (2-channel)
- Advanced Surround Modes: Classical, Unplugged, Entertainment Show, Drama, Advanced Game, Action, Rock/Pop, Sports, Extended Stereo, Extended Mono, Front Stage Surround, Auto Surround
- Ultra HD pass-through with HDCP 2.2 (4K/60p/4:4:4/24-bit, 4K/24p/4:4:4/36-bit, 4K/60p/4:2:0/36-bit)
- HDR and BT.2020 support
- Ultra HD upscaling (1080p, 4K)
- 3D ready (Blu-ray Disc, broadcast, and games)
- Deep Color (36-bit), x.v.Color
- FireConnect technology (powered by Blackfire Research, available via a future firmware update; requires compatible speakers) – Wireless protocol that mirrors some audio sources, such as Bluetooth audio, front USB audio files, and Internet radio
- Google Cast available via a future firmware update
- Apple AirPlay Certified
- Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL (via future firmware update), and DEEZER (via future firmware update) music streaming services ready
- Internet radio (TuneIn)
- Hi-Res audio file playback via USB/network: Up to 192 kHz/24-bit ALAC, AIFF, FLAC, WAV; 5.6/2.8 MHz DSD Playback
- Built-in Wi-Fi (Dual-band 5 GHz/2.4 GHz)
- Built-in Bluetooth wireless technology (Version 4.1, A2DP/AVRCP, SBC/AAC)
- Works with Pioneer Remote App for iOS/Android
- GUI with System/Network Setup Menu
- Auto Power Off in HDMI Standby Through mode
- FM tuner with 40 presets
- Sleep Timer
- Remote control designed for user friendliness