9.2-Channel Network AV Receiver
The VSXLX505 creates the soundscape of IMAX® Enhanced and Dolby Atmos®/DTS:X ideally calibrated with Advanced MCACC, and even provides similar sound effects with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer without additional surround speakers. Enjoy spectacles from next-gen video/gaming standards with support for HDMI 2.1*1 with 8K, VRR, ALLM, QFT pass-through, or stream songs across the house with Multi Zone Music, SONOS system, Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi®, and Apple AirPlay 2. Don’t forget it also features Powered Zone 2/Zone 3 Audio, 11.2/5.6/2.8 MHz DSD playback with PCM conversion, 2 HDMI outputs and Roon Tested certification. Finally, it works with Alexa or OK Google for voice control.
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Dirac Live Room Correction
State-of-the-art digital room correction technology improves overall audio performance across the full frequency band with no additional upgrade required. Dirac Live automatically calibrates sound in your room using either your smartphone and the included wired mic, or go virtually wireless with the Dirac Live PC or MacOS* application, and a 3rd party USB mic (not included). Dirac Live unlocks your loudspeakers’ full potential in any listening space and delivers a uniquely pristine listening experience. Now, you will get a more accurate measurement of the positions of your Surround Sound system to be more precise and balanced to provide a better result with increased the upper limit of delay time from 20 milliseconds to 50 milliseconds.
*Device must be connected to the internet and the same network as your AVR.HDMI® 2.1 with 8K
HDMI® 2.1 is the most recent update of the HDMI® spec and supports a range of higher video resolutions and refresh rates including 8K60 and 4K120, as well as Dynamic HDR formats. 8K delivers a super-immersive viewing experience with 2x the horizontal and vertical resolution of 4K, and 4 times as many pixels; and combined with 60Hz refresh rate enables smooth and sharp viewing of content with high-speed action. HDMI 2.1 with 8K ensures your system is ready for the clearest and cleanest picture available both now and down the road.ULTIMATE 4K GAMING EXPERIENCE
4K/120 enables ultra-fast motion UHD images to be crisp and razor-sharp; and sports, action movies, and high-performance gaming benefit significantly. This receiver supports higher performance from streaming devices like the latest Apple TV.IMAX® Enhanced MODE
IMAX digitally re-mastered content for the home environment is created to provide the same sharp 4K HDR images and powerful sound just as the filmmaker intended. Pioneer Elite’s IMAX Mode is meticulously optimized to play digitally remastered content to deliver the best viewing and listening experience on Earth.Streaming Music Services and Faster Wifi
Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in™, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi®; includes Spotify®, Amazon Music, Pandora®, TIDAL, Deezer, or TuneIn streaming services.Bi-directional Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
This AVR can send and receive audio via Bluetooth wireless technology. Now, the Bluetooth connectivity between your streaming device and Pioneer AV Receiver is even better so you can easily connect to your device and control it wirelessly with ease. Stream from your device to the receiver using SBC or AAC codecs, or transmit audio playing through the AVR to compatible wireless headphones using SBC, aptX™️, or aptX HD codecs including 24-bit audio over aptX HD. The improved data transfer capabilities of the latest generation of Bluetooth ensure clear and reliable sound reproduction so you hear your favorite songs just as the recording engineer intended.BUILT-IN MULTI-ZONE STREAMING AND VOICE CONTROL
This AV Receiver easily integrates into your existing Smart Home ecosystem, including Apple Airplay, Alexa, Google apps, and more. You get a highly capable and compatible network device that can stream your favorites wherever you want in your home with up to 8K60 resolution.**
*A third-party AI device is required for voice commands - sold separately
***8K60 only valid for Zone 1/Zone 2 will only produce 4K120 resolution when two separate HDMI sources are usedWorks with Sonos Certified
This receiver can join your existing Sonos Home Sound System, or be the start of a new one, just by pairing it with a Sonos Port* This Works With Sonos Certified AVR offers a best-in-class tie-in to the Sonos ecosystem, waking, changing inputs, and playing at the volume you want using the Sonos Volume-Pass Through feature from the Sonos app*.
*Sonos Port required and sold separately.MCACC Auto Room Tuning featuring Auto Phase Control Plus
MCACC adjusts the sound according to the listening room and speakers, and also creates clearer sound by suppressing the standing waves that occur between walls or ceiling and floor. Measurement of up to nine positions can be saved for a wide listening area. Auto Phase Control Plus* makes real-time analysis of the phase difference, and automatically compensates the gap between the LFE and main signals, providing strong bass and clear high-frequency sound.Roon-Tested
Roon plays to thousands of USB, Airplay, and Chromecast devices, but Roon-tested devices are profiled by the Roon team to ensure simple setup and effortless daily use. If you own a Roon-Tested device, you can have the confidence that you will enjoy the best possible experience with it.Ready for DTS Play-Fi® multi-room audio
DTS Play-Fi allows you to enjoy high-quality music from connected online services, networked media servers, and your device library over Wi-Fi® to any number of compatible products using the Onkyo Music Control App for iPad, iPhone, and Android smartphones/tablets. DTS Play-Fi can synchronize the music in every room. Each member of your family can use their own device to listen to their music in a room or group of rooms. DTS Play-Fi lets you structure a comprehensive multi-room ecosystem that satisfies virtually any need.-
Amplification
Channels
9.2
With External Amplifier: 11.2Power Output per Channel
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2-Channel Driven:
120 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.08% THD -
1-Channel Driven:
230 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.08% THD
Audio Processing
DTS Compatibility
DTS 96/24, DTS Express, DTS Neural:X, DTS-ES, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Dolby Compatibility
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
Auro 3D Support
No
Upmixing Technology
Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology
DAC
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Video
HDR Compatibility
HDR10+, Hybrid Log Gamma
Upscaling
1080p to 8K UHD
GUI
Yes
Connectivity
Rear A/V Inputs
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6 x HDMI 2.1
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1 x USB Type-A
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1 x Digital Coaxial
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1 x Optical TOSLINK
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1 x 3RCA Component
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2 x RCA Composite
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4 x Stereo RCA
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1 x Stereo RCA (Phono) with Ground Screw
Rear A/V Outputs
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1 x HDMI
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1 x HDMI Zone 2
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1 x Stereo RCA Zone 2 / Zone B Line-Out
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1 x Stereo RCA Zone 3 Line-Out
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1 x 9-Channel RCA Pre-Out
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2 x RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out
Front I/O
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1 x HDMI Aux Input
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1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Setup Mic Input
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1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output
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1 x USB Type-A Input
Other Rear I/O
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1 x RJ45 (Ethernet) Input/Output
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1 x FM Coaxial F-Type Input
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1 x AM Block Input
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1 x DE-9 (RS-232C) Input
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1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (IR) Input
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1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (IR) Output
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1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (12 V Trigger) Input
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1/8" / 3.5 mm (12 V Trigger) Output
Speaker I/O
11 x Binding Post Pair (Front, Center, Height, Height 2, Rear, Rear Surround)
HDCP Support
Version 2.3
HDMI Compression Modes
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Audio Return Channel (ARC)
ARC, eARC
HDMI CEC
Yes
Media Card Slot
None
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
Supported Audio Codecs
AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD
Wireless Audio Protocols
AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi
Control
External Control Support
Android/iOS Control App
Virtual Assistant
Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant
Tuner Section
Tuner Type
AM, FM
Number of Tuner Presets
40 Stations
Power
AC Input Power
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Active: 850 W
Standby: 0.1 WPhysical
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17.1 x 7.3 x 15.2" / 435.0 x 185.0 x 386.0 mm
Weight
28.7 lb / 13 kg
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Different Pioneer products have different warranty periods:
- Pioneer Car Audio – 3 years
- Pioneer HiFi – 3 years – products with a disc tray have a 1 year warranty on the disc mechanism and associated parts, and 3 year warranty on other components
- Pioneer DJ – 3 years for personal / domestic use / 1 year for commercial use
Please contact our service team on (09) 415 6000 or servicesupport@monacocorp.co.nz to obtain pricing and availability for your part.
Please check our list of Authorised Retailers [here]. Not all products are available from all locations, and some retailers specialize in certain products, eg. Car Audio, DJ.
No – Pioneer Carrozzeria is a Pioneer sub-brand manufactured specifically for the local Japanese domestic market. As such, there is no support for other languages or interfaces except for Japanese.
Possibly – all Pioneer mapping data is provided via a third party external website – Navi Extras. Visit www.naviextras.com and click on the page “Is my device supported?” to check the list of supported devices. Maps of Australia and New Zealand are available for certain devices via download from USD $129.99.
In the first instance, please contact the retailer or reseller that sold you the product. For additional support, please contact our service team on (09) 415 6000 or servicesupport@monacocorp.co.nz for further advice.
Note the following troubleshooting tips may help for common issues:
- Is the product running the most recent firmware or software?
- Are any devices connected to the product running the lastest version of their firmware or software (ie. are there any outstanding updates to be installed for your connected device?)
- Are the correct drivers installed?
- Has the unit be reset or restarted?
Products requiring service can be sent to our Auckland service centre:
MONACO CORPORATION LTD
Attn: Service Department
231 Bush Road
Albany
Auckland 0632
Ph (09) 415 6000
Please be sure to include a summary of the issue, proof of purchase (if the product is under warranty) and your relevant contact details, including address and phone number.