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Pioneer VSX-917V-K A/V ReceiverDolby Digital EX, D

For: $399.00

The Pioneer VSX-917V-K Audio & Video Receiver turns up your home theater experience with up to 7 channels of high-powered amplification that immerse you in 3D surround sound. You can enjoy XM Satellite Radio or Sirius Satellite Radio with optional accessories on your home theater system. Because of WMA9 Pro compatibility, you can bring compressed Windows Media Audio encoded music and other content to surround sound life. Fill your ears with 110 watts of sound across 7 channels in advanced surround modes. The Freescale 180 MIPS Digital Signal Processor is coupled with Pioneer's Sound Retriever technology to brings near-CD richness to compressed audio formats like MP3s. Built into a single integrated circuit, the Pioneer Hybrid Amplifier with Thermal Compensation Transistor Design delivers perfect sound precision, despite heat variations. The VSX-917V-K's Pioneer Hybrid Amplifier design is a unique structure to reduce the distortion caused by the dynamic change of heat in the system. 14 Advanced Surround Modes including Virtual Surround Back Preset Remote Control MCACC Auto Room Set-Up With 5-Band EQ 192KHz/24-Bit Audio DAC, 96 kHz/24-Bit Video DAC Digital Video Converter (to Component Video) Sound Retriever For Enhanced Portable Audio Playback Subwoofer Preamp Out Speaker A/B (B Speaker Or Bi-Amp) AM/FM Audio Tuner With 30 Random Preset Stations SR (Smart Remote) Terminal Output Phase Control Bass Management System Midnight Listening Mode Sleep Timer 4-Step Fluorescent Display Dimmer On-Screen Display Inputs & Outputs - 3 HDMI (2 In/1 Out), 4 Component Video (3 In/1 Out) Connections, 2 Coaxial, 3 Optical Digital Audio In/1 Digital Audio Out, 3 S-Video In/2 Out, 3 Composite A/V In, Headphone Out Dimensions - Width 16.56 x Height 6.25 x Depth 13.88 inches Weight - 20.25 pounds Sirius and XM connectivity require subscriptions

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From: Yahoo! Shopping Posted: Apr 09, 2008 Type: User Review VSX-917V-K RECIEVER

Pros: EXELLENT CLARITY-WELL OPTIONED Cons: NONE TO DATE THIS RECIEVER HAS EVERYTHING THAT A PERSON COULD WANT IN A HOME THEATER SYSTEM WITH A PRICE THAT IS VERY FAIR. DEFINITLY A GOOD CHOICE FOR THE DESCRIMINATING AUDIO/VIDEO NUT!!
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From: Amazon Posted: Apr 05, 2008 Type: User Review Nice Piece

I'm very happy with this receiver, it has a lots of
power and sounds great through my JBL'S. I'm not even using
the surround sound capabilitys yet but just the stereo
mode sounds great with the CD's, DVD'S, and TV.
It looks...
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From: Amazon Posted: Feb 20, 2008 Type: User Review pioneer receiver 7.1

4 out 5 stars- a good reciever for the price and $200 dollars cheaper than best buy. To save much time and aggravation however- please remember that you won't get sound with just the HDMI wire connection- you must add an audio (optical/ etc..)...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 25, 2008 Type: User Review Pass-through audio

This is the most important thing you need to know about this receiver. If you are either hoping to have only one cable from your tv to your receiver -- or if you are planning on enjoying true 7.1 surround... this is not the receiver you want. read full review | report as inappropriate





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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 19, 2008 Type: User Review I had to return it, no audio through HDMI

HDMI sounds like a great idea, a single cable that can support audio and video. The problems come when using devices like this one. This unit will not input audio through HDMI. It will pass audio though via HDMI, but that does not help. You...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 10, 2008 Type: User Review good sound, poor remote

This receiver has very good sound quality. For this alone and its various sound settings I would give this product a 5 star rating. But there are a few things you must know to make an informed purchase. First if you input an hdmi source you must...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 10, 2008 Type: User Review Great product for the price tag!!!

Great product for a good price tag. Got all the options and rear connections more than I need. Great sound. Sweet remote with LCD panel. I am satisfied with this product. The HDMI function included for this price earn the *****
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 03, 2008 Type: User Review great product, big defect

I got this receiever for christmas and I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. Great sound, amazing features and clarity you wouldnt believe. The auto setup mic works well..you may have to adjust the equalizer to your liking afterwards though. The problem was when...
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From: Amazon Posted: Dec 17, 2007 Type: User Review Almost perfect

My old TEAC A/V amp started dying about a year ago, but once it was unable to switch between analog & digital sources I had to give in. This was recommended by someone online, and the price was right so I bought it. So far it's been great! It...
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From: Amazon Posted: Dec 17, 2007 Type: User Review Great price, a little advanced menu

If you know what your doing, great receiver for the price. If your fairly new at audio equiptment, prepare to figure things out over time.....It's as futureistic on the inside, as the outside looks.......
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