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Denon Announces the AVC-A1XVA - its Largest, Heaviest, Most Powerful, Most Flexible AV Amplifier (10/7/2006)

The centre of the High-Definition Multi-Media Home in one single, humungous box NOW with 5 HDMI inputs - 20 channels - 1080p Scaling - Web Radio - PC Control & More

Breakthrough THX Ultra2 AV Amplifier Features Staggering 20-Channel Multi-Zone Audio & Video

A complete High-Definition install in one-box - With 20-channels of pre-output capability and 10 fully assignable discrete power amplifiers, the AVC-A1XVA is the world's first and only AV Amplifier capable of providing at full stretch with extra power amps, 2 x 7.1 home cinema rooms plus 2 x stereo rooms. Even using just the amp itself 2 x 5.1 channel rooms are possible..

- NEW - Five! HDMI inputs plus HDMI Monitor Out plus DVI-HDCP input and DVI-HDCP Monitor Out
- NEW - Video upscaling to 1080p - Component, composite and S-Video to HDMI and vice-versa
- NEW - Ethernet port for Web Radio, PC control, Home Networking and more
- NEW - 20 Channel Four-Zone Audio & Video Pre-amplifier
- NEW - Improved Electro Luminescent (EL) programmable remote control

some configurations using the 10 x 170 watt full-bandwidth Power Amps (220 watts the competitions way)

- Two discrete 5.1-channel systems in different rooms OR with external amps two x 7.1 channel systems - A 7.1-channel system in the main zone, a 2.1-channel system in a 2nd room and a mono system in a 3rd room - An audiophile-oriented Ôbi-ampÕ mode, with two amplifiers used to bi-amplify the front left, front right speakers in a full 7-channel cinema system, delivering maximum power and performance. - MultEQª XT room correction and calibration technology. The first such technology capable of minimizing the effects of room acoustics for multiple listeners.

Advanced Video UP/DOWN Conversion and Scaling to High-Definition 1080p via HDMI

The AVC-A1XVA features a host of the most advanced video conversion and scaling technologies, including the world's first discrete 2-zone video conversion capability and HDTV switching. All sources can be upscaled to 1080p via HDMI. Component video upconversion converts S-video or composite video input signals from sources such as VCRs or camcorders, to a high-quality component video signal. In addition, Time Based Correction (TBC) is employed to permit better compatibility and performance from all video sources. The AVC-A1XVA also includes built in video scaling using a Faroudja integrated processor with DCDi (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) technology and 12 bit/216 MHz video DACs to upscale interlaced 480i/576i sources to 480p, 576p 720p, 1080i and 1080p.

Stunning Audio Performance and Huge Power - THX Ultra2

The AVC-A1XVA features an Equal Power amplifier section that delivers a massive 170 watts of full-bandwidth high-current power, into each of its ten channels (220 watts into 6 ohms, 1kHz, 0.7% distortion - the spec some competitors use) and is compatible with every popular surround format, from Dolby, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic IIx to THX Ultra2 Cinema and Music, to THX Surround EX. It also features THX 4.0/5.1/6.1 post processing, and offers additional DSP modes. Audio performance is maximized through Denon's newly improved DDSC-D (Dynamic Discrete Surround Decoder-Digital) and Advanced AL24 Processing circuitry, which utilizes the use of advanced Texas Instruments and Analog Devices 32-bit floating point processors and Burr-Brown 24-bit/192kHz audio DACs.

Multi-Source, Multi-Zone Flexibility

The AVC-A1XVA offers custom installers and home entertainment enthusiasts the first-ever high-performance alternative to multi-component distributed audio/video systems. Video and audio can be distributed to 3 different zones, with audio only for the 4th. Through its ten fully discrete 170 watt amplifiers and comprehensive processing capabilities, the AVC-A1XVA provides integrators and end users with outstanding setup and operation options.

Adding convenience and flexibility to multi-zone operation, the AVC-A1XVA features independent volume control of each zone, as well as discrete selection. In addition, power to any or all of the zones can be turned on or shut off independently to conserve power consumption if a zone is not in use.

New MultEQ Auto Set-Up/Room EQ: A Sweet Spot For Every Listener

The state-of-the-art Auto Set-Up and Room Correction features go well beyond conventional room calibration methods, and make it possible to completely customise the listening experience for any room. The AVC-A1XVA incorporates a new room correction and calibration technology called MultEQª XT from Audyssey Laboratories. This is the first such technology capable of minimising the effects of room acoustics for multiple listeners. During Auto Set-Up MultEQ XT automatically determines how many loudspeakers are connected, whether they are connected in phase, and whether they are satellites or subwoofers. It then analyses and calibrates speaker level, size, and distance. In addition, MultEQ XT detects the proper crossover point and determines correct frequency response for up to eight listener positions simultaneously, creating an optimised soundfield, compensated for speaker and room capabilities. So there is a 'sweet spot' for every listener or viewer.

Denon's implementation of MultEQ XT utilizes multiple Aureus high-performance DSP processors from Texas Instruments, along with the finest Digital to Analogue converters, to define optimum sound quality. Additionally, both the Room EQ and Auto Set-Up features can be disabled for installers and consumers who prefer to calibrate their Ampliflers in the traditional manner.

New Advanced Video and Audio Circuitry

Key to the AVC-A1XVA's superlative video and audio performance is the inclusion of several new and/or improved Denon technologies. For example, the Amplifier features the newest version of Denon's Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit (DDSC), which features a 192 kHz processing circuit and the latest 32-bit floating point DSPs for both the main and second zones, resulting in the highest level of audio accuracy. The Amplifier's remarkable surround sound capabilities are further enhanced by innovations such as Burr-Brown PCM-1792 24-bit/192kHz audio DACs for all 16 channels. Yet another Denon exclusive adds to the AVC-A1XVA's superb sound reproduction capabilities, namely Advanced AL24 Processing on all channels. Advanced AL24 maximizes PCM signals so that the high-resolution DA converters work at their highest capacity.

Custom Installation-Friendly Features, Plus Upgradeability

In addition to its extensive complement of digital and analog audio and video connections, the AVC-A1XVA also includes a full array of custom installation AV Amplifier features, such as assignable high current DC trigger outputs (4) and an RS-232C port to facilitate integrated system operation. Also included is Denon Link 3, which allows the Amplifier to receive high-resolution, multi-channel digital audio data directly from the DVD-A11 and DVD-3910 DVD players (and future Denon products) for the ultimate level of sonic performance.

Denon Link 3 is compatible with previously released Denon Link 2 products and now accepts digital SACD data from the latest Denon source units. Finally, thanks to its built-in Ethernet port, the Amplifier offers Web Radio, PC control, TCP/IP control capability, and can accommodate future software / firmware upgrades. The AVC-A1XVA is supplied with a new, improved EL programmable remote control.

The Denon AVC-A1XVA will be available in June 2006 for a retail price of £4799.99.

www.denon.co.uk