VSX-S520 (Refurb)
Bringing quality sound and the latest features in a slim and stylish design, thanks to the highly-efficient Class D amplifier. Enjoy spectacular images with Ultra HD (4K/60p/4:4:4) upscaling/pass-through, play Hi-Res Audio via USB/network, listen to internet radio and various streaming services. The slim, stylish design and efficient power makes the VSX-S520 an ideal addition to any home cinema.
Specs
Power
Amplifier Design | Class D |
Power Output: Watts per Channel (1 kHz, 1.0%THD@4ohm, 2ch driven FTC) | 50 W |
Estimated Power Consumption/Network Standby off | 60 W / 0.2 W |
Channels | 6 |
Power Output: Watts per Channel (1 kHz, 1.0%THD@4ohm, 1ch driven FTC) | 80 W |
Handheld and Internet
AirPlay | Yes |
Made for iPhone and iPod | AirPlay Only |
TIDAL Music Streaming Service Ready | Yes |
Internet Radio | TuneIn Radio |
HTC Connect | - |
iOS/Android Remote Control APP | Pioneer Remote App |
Pandora Internet Radio | Yes |
Decoders & Formats
Digital Core DSP Engine | Cirrus Logic (Quad Core) x1 |
Music File Playback | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless*, WAV*, FLAC*, AIFF, DSD via USB and Network (*up to 192kHz/24-bit), |
Dolby Atmos | 3.1.2ch |
Dolby Digital Plus | Yes |
DTS-HD Master Audio | Yes |
DTS Neo:X | - |
iPod Digital Audio | - |
High-Definition Copy Protection (HDCP) | 2.2 |
Dolby TrueHD | Yes |
DTS:X | - |
DTS Neural:X | - |
HDMI SACD Transfer | Multi-Channel |
Soundfield Calibration
Phase Control | Yes |
MCACC Memory | 1 |
EQ Bands | 9-band |
X-Curve | Yes |
Polarity Check | - |
MCACC | Yes |
Standing Wave Control | - |
Symmetric EQ | Yes |
Distance Adjustment | 0.1 feet |
Auto Subwoofer Crossover | Yes |
Listening Modes
Auto Surround | Yes |
Advanced Surround | 12 |
Front Stage Surround Advance | Yes |
Virtual Speakers | - |
Stream Direct | Yes (Direct, Pure Direct) |
Wide Surround | - |
Headphone Surround | - |
Audio Features
Dialog Enhancement | - |
DSD Music File | 2ch(2.8MHz / 5.6MHz) |
Digital Noise Reduction | - |
Sound Delay (Lip Sync) | 500 ms @ 48k/ 400 ms @ 96k/ 200 ms @ 192k |
Bi-Amp | - |
Advanced Sound Retriever | Yes |
Sound Retriever AIR | - |
Tone Control | Multi |
Speaker A/B | Yes |
Video Processing
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through | Yes |
3-D Ready | Yes |
HDMI Standby Through | Yes with Input Switch / Last Memory |
HDMI x.v. Color | Yes |
Video Converter to HDMI | - |
Component Video Scaler | - |
Pure Cinema I/P Converter | - |
3D Noise Reduction | - |
4K Ultra HD Video Scaler | Yes (1080p to 4K) |
Audio Return Channel | Yes |
HDMI 36-bit Deep Color | Yes |
Video Processor | - |
HDMI to HDMI Video Scaler | 4K Ultra HD (for 1080p) |
Composite Video Scaler | - |
Advanced Video Adjustment | - |
Super Resolution | Yes |
Connectivity
HDMI Input / Output | 4 in (4 Rear) /1 out |
Wi-Fi Built-In | Yes (5GHz/2.4GHz) |
Wireless Adapter Port | - |
Component Video Input / Output | - |
iPhone / iPod / USB Memory Input | USB Memory |
Ethernet Input | Yes |
Digital Audio Inputs / Output | 2 In (Optical 1, Coaxial 1) |
Headphone Output | Yes |
AM/FM Presets | 40 (FM only) |
MHL 2 | - |
Bluetooth Built-In | Yes (Version: 4.1, Profile: A2DP/AVRCP, Codec: SBC/AAC) |
Bluetooth Adapter Port | - |
Composite A/V Input / Output | - |
USB Terminal | Front USB |
Analog Audio Inputs / Output | - |
Pre-Amp Output | 0.1 Ch |
Front A/V Inputs | USB |
Installation
On-Screen Display | GUI with System/Network Setup Menu |
Multi-Room and Source Output | Yes (with future firmware update) |
Multi-Zone On-Screen Display | - |
Function Rename | Yes |
Sleep Timer | Yes |
Auto Power Down | Yes |
IR Serial Remote In/Out | - |
FL Dimmer | Yes |
Remote | Yes |
Versatile Speaker Configuration | (FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, SUBWOOFER) |
Construction
Front Panel | Brushed |
Speaker Terminals | 6 Clips |
Warranty
Warranty | 1 Year Parts & Labor |
Dimensions
W x H x D (inches) | 17.12 x 2.75 x 12.81 |
Weight | 8.8 lbs. |
Docs
Product Manual
Download the Product Manual for VSX-S520 (Refurb) here:
VSX S520 Manual
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Firmware Updates
- Latest firmware update instructions: Firmware Update for VSX S520 11 24 2021 .