Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, Windows Media Audio 9 ProfessionalAM, FM - MPN: VSX517K See Product Details
Description
One of newest and most technologically advanced audio components from Pioneer, this 5.1-channel A/V receiver features our exclusive innovation, Sound Retriever, which improves the sound quality of compressed music files - a must in world of digital audio. It is just one of the many features that will make this receiver your digital entertainment hub.
Quick Glance
Interfaces: 1 x Toslink Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 2 x Antenna In - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 2 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 1 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 5.1 Channel In - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 1 x Headphone - Front
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, Windows Media Audio 9 Professional
Supported Channels: 5.1
THD: 0.9 %
Total Power: 550 W
Summary
Product Title: Pioneer VSX-517-K A/V Receiver
Manufacturer: Pioneer
Power Score: 4.0 | 5 Reviews
Sound Processing
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, Windows Media Audio 9 Professional
Supported Audio Channels: 5.1
Audio DAC: 24 Bit
Amplification
THD at Rated RMS Power (Unbridged): 0.9 %
Total Power: 550 W
Connectivity
Interface Connection: 1 x Toslink Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 2 x Antenna In - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 2 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 1 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 5.1 Channel In - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 1 x Headphone - Front
Dimensions
Dimensions: 6.25" Height x 16.56" Width x 13.87" Depth
Weight: 19.84 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Product Series: VSX
RMS Output Power: 110 W
Number of Analog Audio Input: 2
Number of Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Number of Digital Optical Input: 1
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.9%
Multi Channel In: Yes
Strengths: inexpensive, brand name
Weakness: no HDMI, only one optical in
For an entry level 5.1 theater sound you can't beat the price. Often discounted at BB stores. This will allow you to take advantage of Dolby Digital on HD or BlueRay formats. Pioneer has a sound reputation for low end receivers. Easy setup. Will drive mid rangers speakers.
Strengths: Choice of quick setup feature to set up speakers in a few minutes or manual setup for optimal audio performance, banana plug hookup for all speakers, lots of audio selections, plenty of power
Weakness: Only one optical input, remote on the small side
If anyone is looking for an entry level audio/video receiver with lots of features for less than $200 that is easy to setup than I highly recommend the Pioneer VSX-517. You won't go wrong.
The Pioneer VSX-517 is a 5.1 channel x 110 watts that comes with pretty advanced features for its price ($200) and the date of its release (2007). It has a powerful 110 watts per channel, and a host of audio digital decoders such as Dolby® Digital EX, DTS-ES®, Dolby Pro-Logic IIx, and DTS 96/24 decoders. It also features a new FreescaleTM 180 MIP Digital Signal Processor DSP. It also...
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Pioneer VSX-517-K A/V Home Theater Receiver
Strengths: An excellent receiver with very good functions. Nice layout on a compact remote, DTS setting sounds awesome! Probably one of the best values in the sub $200 price range.
Weakness: No HDMI, but can you really expect that at this price?! Nothing else worth mentioning thus far.
An excellent receiver from a very reputable company - Pioneer. The VSX-517-K is surely not a high end receiver with all the bells and whistles by any means. Even though this unit will not be on any audiophiles' top 10 list for best receivers, it will do the job for most, and do it quite well. Even though it's quite basic, it does feature several different modes to play around with and I was...
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