Arcam AVR20 vs Denon AVR-S540BT

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      Denon AVR-S540BT
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 15.2 Channel Processing
      • 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 5.2 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Arcam AVR20
      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-S540BT
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Arcam AVR20 to Denon AVR-S540BT to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Arcam AVR20 has 7 channel and the Denon AVR-S540BT has 5 channel amplifiers with Arcam AVR20's being more powerful.


      Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT

      Arcam AVR20 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      Denon AVR-S540BT was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Arcam AVR20 and Denon AVR-S540BT and gave them scores of 91 and 70 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Arcam AVR20

      Denon AVR-S540BT

      Amplifier
      91
      Amplifier
      71
      Audio Features
      94
      Audio Features
      58
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      94
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      64
      Zones
      85
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      86
      Radio
      61
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      70

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Arcam AVR20 and Denon AVR-S540BT.

      PROS

      Arcam AVR20

      Denon AVR-S540BT

      •   High Power Output - 110 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Arcam AVR20

      Denon AVR-S540BT

      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Arcam AVR20

      Denon AVR-S540BT

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   HDMI 2.0b
      •   2 Zones
      •   5 HDMI Inputs

      3. Advantage of Arcam AVR20

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Arcam AVR20 over Denon AVR-S540BT.

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      Arcam AVR20 vs Denon AVR-S540BT
      More Channels 7.2 vs 5.2
      Higher Power Output 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability vs
      More Channel Processing 15.2 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In) vs
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs up to 96 kHz
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 vs 5
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 1
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 4 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 2
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 15.2 vs 0.2
      Ethernet vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 2 vs 1
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 0 vs 0 / 0
      Display Large front-panel LCD display vs 1 line
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ vs
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs
      Universal Power Supply AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch vs AC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Bigger Power Supply 1500 W vs 310 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 110 W (0.02% THD) vs 70 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)      		 vs 98 dB
      Newer Bluetooth Version 5․0 vs 3․0 + EDR
      Longer Warranty 5 Years vs 3 Years

      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-S540BT

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-S540BT over Arcam AVR20.

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      Arcam AVR20 vs Denon AVR-S540BT
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLII
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Music Playback via USB vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs AUX (3.5 mm Audio) vs USB
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS vs FM/AM

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Bluetooth aptX HD SBC, AAC
        USB Input for factory service1 (Front) for USB memory
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Phono Input

      6. Amplifier

      Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT

      7 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Arcam AVR20 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-S540BT features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).
      • Toroidal Transformer: Arcam AVR20 has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.


      AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Channels7.25.2
      Power Output110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Arcam AVR20's and Denon AVR-S540BT's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Arcam AVR20: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 6 channel amplifier and 9.2.6 with addition of external 8 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT: Not supported.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Arcam AVR20: This model supports DTS:X but not DTS:X Pro. Since DTS:X is limited with 11 channel processing some of the speaker configurations for Dolby Atmos are not supported here. The supported configurations are 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT: Not supported.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Arcam AVR20: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier and 9.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
      • Arcam AVR20: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4, 9.2.6.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT: Does not support.
      • Bi-Amp: Arcam AVR20 is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Arcam AVR20 supports Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Arcam AVR20 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
      • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Arcam AVR20 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

      DTS:X

      Arcam AVR20 supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Arcam AVR20 supports DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
      • DTS Virtual:X: Arcam AVR20 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Arcam AVR20 supports DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

      Auro-3D

      Arcam AVR20 supports Auro-3D.

      • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Arcam AVR20 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)

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      9. HDMI

      Arcam AVR20 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      Denon AVR-S540BT comes with 5 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
      • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Both receivers support HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Arcam AVR20 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.



      VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Analog Pre-Outs: Arcam AVR20 has 15.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Arcam AVR20 has 15 channel processing but has only 7 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 7 pair of line inputs on Arcam AVR20 and 2 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-S540BT for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Arcam AVR20.
      • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 2 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 4 coaxial inputs are available on Arcam AVR20 and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Denon AVR-S540BT for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 3.5 mm (1/8") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Arcam AVR20
        Inputs:         7   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 1
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Arcam AVR20
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.
      • Denon AVR-S540BT
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Arcam AVR20: AUX (3.5 mm Audio)
      • Denon AVR-S540BT: USB

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      TERMINALS Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      HDMI Inputs75
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)1
      8K Inputs
      USB Input for factory service1 (Front) for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs41
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)2
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Arcam AVR20 and Denon AVR-S540BT and gave them scores of 91 and 70 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Arcam AVR20

      Denon AVR-S540BT

      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      70

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 110 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      GOOD
      71
      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   DSD via HDMI
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.0b
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   5 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   2 Zones
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   No Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      BrandArcamDenon
      SeriesHDA
      ModelAVR20AVR-S540BT
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryAllUSA
      Release Year20192018
      PredecessorDenon AVR-S530BT
      SuccessorArcam AVR21 Denon AVR-S570BT
      AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Channels7.25.2
      Power Output110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/B
      Discrete Amplification
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
      Bi-amp Capability
      AUDIO FEATURES Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      DACESS 9026PRO
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing15.25.1
      D.D.S.C. HD Digital
      Alpha Processing
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      MQA Decoding
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQA
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Compressed Music Enhancer
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode Stereo Direct, CD Direct
      Pure Direct Mode
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.0b
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      DSC (Display Stream Compression)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth aptX HD SBC, AAC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      AirPlay AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Arcam control app Denon 500 Series Bluetooth Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Amazon Kindle
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      HDMI Inputs75
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)1
      8K Inputs
      USB Input for factory service1 (Front) for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs41
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)2
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsAUX (3.5 mm Audio)USB
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out3.5 mm (1/8")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Number of Zones21
      Powered Zones 2
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 00 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      On-Screen Display
      GUI Languages3
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      DisplayLarge front-panel LCD display 1 line
      Remote ControllerRC-1216
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
      Presets50
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Front Panelnot Metal
      Speaker Terminals75
      Large Speaker Terminals7
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Power SupplyAC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switchAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption1500 W310 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 26 W/35 W
      Standby Power0.5 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Dimensions (W x H x D)433 mm x 171 mm x 425 mm
      17.06" x 6.69" x 18.56"      		434 mm x 151 mm x 319mm
      17 1/8" x 6" x 12 5/8"
      Weight16.6 kg (36.4 lbs)7.6 kg (16 lbs 12 oz)
      Weight of Package19.9 kg
      SPECIFICATIONS Arcam AVR20 Denon AVR-S540BT
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)110 W (0.02% THD)70 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)125 W (0.2% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)90 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)140 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)130 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel Driven)175 W (0.2% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)190 W (0.2% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive90 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 8 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      110 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 4 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)4.5 Vrms
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 Vrms/560 Ω
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5 Vrms/560 Ω
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance5 Vrms/100 Ω
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)      		98 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)0.15 mV
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 ac
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version5․03․0 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
      Warranty5 Years3 Years

      * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
      ** - 480i/576i only
      *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
      **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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