Features
The Pioneer VSX-823-K 5.1-Channel Network Ready AV Receiver features Direct Energy amplification with up to 140W per channel. It’s equipped with Dolby and DTS high-definition surround sound decoding, Ethernet connectivity and a GUI that supports album artwork. The receiver features six HDMI inputs that support 4K and 3D pass-through, Audio Return Channel (ARC), Deep Color (36-bit) and x.v. Color. The front panel HDMI input also supports MHL 2.0 for Android audio/video playback. Plus, there are multiple advanced surround modes and an AM/FM tuner with 30 station presets.
The VSX-823-K is DLNA 1.5 Certified for network streaming. It is HTC Certified as well. It supports AirPlay for wireless audio streaming from compatible Apple devices. Plus, the receiver can also stream audio via Bluetooth, but an optional AS-BT200 adapter is required. You can use your iOS or Android mobile device as remote using the ControlApp. And, if you have the optional Bluetooth adapter, you can use the Air Jam App with your iOS or Android mobile device to share music and create playlists via Bluetooth.
The receiver also features multiple analog audio and video inputs, a coaxial audio input and an optical audio input. There is a front panel USB port as well, which you can use to connect your iPod, iPhone, iPad or USB drive. The USB port supports direct digital connection and it will even charge your device. Other features include multiple Pioneer sound enhancements and Pioneer Auto MCACC Room Calibration, which includes a setup mic so you can perfectly calibrate your system to your specific room dimensions.
Audio Features
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Pro Logic IIz and Dolby Digital Plus
DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS Neo:6
Digital Core Engine with Texas Instruments Aureus DSP
192 kHz / 24-bit DAC
HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
Pioneer Auto MCACC Room Calibration
Pioneer Sound Enhancements
Phase Control
Advanced Sound Retriever (2-channel)
Auto Level Control (2-channel)
Advanced Surround Modes
Action, Drama, Advanced Game, Sports, Classical and Rock/Pop
Front Stage Surround and Extended Stereo
Phones Surround
ECO Mode 1 and ECO Mode 2
Video Features
Six HDMI inputs and one HDMI output
3D Ready (Blu-ray Disc, Broadcast and Games)
Deep Color (36-bit) and x.v. Color
Ultra HD (4K) pass-through
Home Network Features
AirPlay Wireless Audio
DLNA 1.5 Certified
HTC Connect Certified
Compatible with Windows 7
Music file playback via LAN/USB (AIFF, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, MP3, WMA, AAC)
192 kHz / 24-bit audio playback (AIFF, WAV, FLAC)
Gapless playback for AIFF, Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC
Pandora Internet Radio
Internet Radio with vTuner
Convenience Features
iPod, iPad and iPhone digital transmission via front USB port
USB port charges iPod, iPad and iPhone
Android audio/video playback with MHL 2.0
ControlApp ready for mobile device control of receiver (iOS and Android)
Share music and create playlists via optional Bluetooth connection (adapter required)
Air Jam App works with iOS and Android for optional Bluetooth streaming
Firmware update via USB
Graphical User Interface (GUI) with album artwork (HDMI only)
Simple status overlay
Auto power down
Power save for HDMI standby through
AM/FM tuner with 30 presets
Sleep timer
Preset remote control included
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