Integra DRX-5.2 vs Pioneer VSX-531

      Integra DRX-5.2

      Pioneer VSX-531
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      Australia and Asia
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      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

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

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Integra DRX-5.2
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-531
      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 Integra DRX-5.2 to Pioneer VSX-531 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 Integra DRX-5.2 has 9 channel and the Pioneer VSX-531 has 5 channel amplifiers.


      Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531

      Integra DRX-5.2 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      Pioneer VSX-531 was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 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 Integra DRX-5.2 and Pioneer VSX-531 and gave them scores of 90 and 67 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.

      Integra DRX-5.2

      Pioneer VSX-531

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      68
      Audio Features
      88
      Audio Features
      62
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      80
      Connectivity
      82
      Connectivity
      63
      Zones
      92
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      90
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      90
      OVERALL
      67

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Integra DRX-5.2 and Pioneer VSX-531.

      PROS

      Integra DRX-5.2

      Pioneer VSX-531

      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Independent Power Supply
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   HDR10
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Integra DRX-5.2

      Pioneer VSX-531

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 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 Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   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


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

      AVERAGE

      Integra DRX-5.2

      Pioneer VSX-531

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Integra DRX-5.2

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Integra DRX-5.2 over Pioneer VSX-531.

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      Integra DRX-5.2
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      Integra DRX-5.2 vs Pioneer VSX-531
      More Channels 9.2 vs 5.1
      Higher Power Output 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) vs
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability Front L/R Channels vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.1 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Express vs
      DTS-ES vs
      Music Playback via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD vs MP3, WMA, AAC
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input vs 2-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) jitter-cleaning circuitry for SPDIF digital audio vs
      More Tone Control Channels All Channels vs Front L/R Channels
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) vs
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™ vs
      Standing Wave Control Standing Wave EQ vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      HDBaseT Compatible
      In: 1
      Out: 1
      RS-232: 1 (Pasth through)
      IR In: 1 (Path through)
      IR Out: 1 (Path through)
      Maximum Video Resolution: 4K 60 Hz (YCbCr 4:4:4)      		 vs
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      AirPlay Airplay vs
      Remote Controll App Integra Control Pro vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) vs 1
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 3 (1 front)
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 (shared with Zone 3 Line/Pre Out) vs 0.1
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI vs USB, Mini-Jack
      Detachable Power Cord Oversized AC Cord vs
      More Zones 3 vs 1
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 3 (A:100 mA, B:25 mA, C:25 mA) vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 1 vs 0 / 0
      IP Control for CI vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      More Presets 40 vs 30
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Solid Aluminum Front vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 2
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 870 W vs 210 W
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz vs 530 kHz - 1700 kHz
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 1 Year Parts & Labor

      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-531

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-531 over Integra DRX-5.2.

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      Pioneer VSX-531
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      Integra DRX-5.2 vs Pioneer VSX-531
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLII
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Bluetooth vs SBC, AAC
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1

      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 Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch Input
        HDR10
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (4:4:4)
        No Wi-Fi
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531

      9 channel Amplifier: Integra DRX-5.2 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-531 features 5 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

        THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

        Integra DRX-5.2 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is ideally suited for a room where the screen-to-seat viewing distance is approximately 3 to 4 meters, and the room size is approximately 56 cubic meters.

        AMPLIFIER Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Channels9.25.1
        Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front L/R Channels

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Integra DRX-5.2's and Pioneer VSX-531's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Integra DRX-5.2: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-531: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Integra DRX-5.2: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-531: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Integra DRX-5.2: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-531: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Integra DRX-5.2 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

        Integra DRX-5.2 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Integra DRX-5.2 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.

        DTS:X

        Integra DRX-5.2 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Integra DRX-5.2 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 Dialog Control: Integra DRX-5.2 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.
        AUDIO DECODING Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        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
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Integra DRX-5.2 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        Pioneer VSX-531 comes with 4 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.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Integra DRX-5.2 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • 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 Integra DRX-5.2 only).
        • 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)

        Integra DRX-5.2 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Pioneer VSX-531 supports HDR10 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.



        VIDEO FEATURES Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        In: 1
        Out: 1
        RS-232: 1 (Pasth through)
        IR In: 1 (Path through)
        IR Out: 1 (Path through)
        Maximum Video Resolution: 4K 60 Hz (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        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/60p (4:4:4)

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Integra DRX-5.2 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Integra DRX-5.2 has 11.2 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, Integra DRX-5.2 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Integra DRX-5.2 and 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-531 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Integra DRX-5.2 and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-531 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Integra DRX-5.2
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-531
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Integra DRX-5.2
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-531
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one.
        • Integra DRX-5.2 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Integra DRX-5.2
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-531
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Integra DRX-5.2: HDMI
        • Pioneer VSX-531: USB, Mini-Jack

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        TERMINALS Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)4
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs63 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (shared with Zone 3 Line/Pre Out)0.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Integra DRX-5.2 and Pioneer VSX-531 and gave them scores of 90 and 67 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.


        Integra DRX-5.2

        Pioneer VSX-531

        OVERALL
        90
        OVERALL
        67

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 120 W
        •   THX™ Certification
        •   Independent Power Supply
        AVERAGE
        68
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        62
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   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
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        GOOD
        80
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        82
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        AVERAGE
        63
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 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

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        BrandIntegraPioneer
        ModelDRX-5.2VSX-531
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryAustralia and AsiaNorth America
        Release Year20182016
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-530-K
        SuccessorIntegra DRX-5.3 Pioneer VSX-532
        AMPLIFIER Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Channels9.25.1
        Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct Energy
        Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
        VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R
        THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Discrete Output Stage Circuitry 2-Stage
        PUSH-PULL Design
        Bi-amp Capability Front L/R Channels
        AUDIO FEATURES Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-Bit DSP Chip for Advanced ProcessingTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACAKM AK4458
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.15.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        THX Listening Modes
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        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
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
        Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDMP3, WMA, AAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) jitter-cleaning circuitry for SPDIF digital audio
        Auto Level Control
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        THX Processing Mode
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Audio Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround10 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
        Manual MCACC
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control Standing Wave EQ
        EQ Bands
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment0.1 - foot0.1 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        VIDEO FEATURES Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        In: 1
        Out: 1
        RS-232: 1 (Pasth through)
        IR In: 1 (Path through)
        IR Out: 1 (Path through)
        Maximum Video Resolution: 4K 60 Hz (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        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/60p (4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        AirPlay Airplay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Integra Control Pro
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)4
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs63 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (shared with Zone 3 Line/Pre Out)0.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMIUSB, Mini-Jack
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord Oversized AC Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Number of Zones31
        Powered Zones 2 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        Whole House Mode
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output3 (A:100 mA, B:25 mA, C:25 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 10 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        On-Screen Display HDMI only
        GUI Languages9
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
        Smart Grid-Ready
        RADIO Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets4030
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Front PanelAnti-Resonant Aluminum Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals115
        Large Speaker Terminals112
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        Rack Mount Kit AvailableIRK-180-4C
        POWER Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Power SupplyAC 220-230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Independent Power Supply2
        H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer
        Toroidal Transformer
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption870 W210 W
        Standby Power0.15 W0.45 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 198 mm x 388.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-13/16" x 15-5/16"        		435 mm x 168 mm x 320.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/8" x 12-5/8"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)570 mm x 322 mm x 467 mm
        22-7/16" x 12-11/16" x 18-3/8"
        Weight14.0 kg (30.9 lbs)8.0 kg (17 lb 10 oz)
        Weight of Package17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Integra DRX-5.2 Pioneer VSX-531
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)215 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Bluetooth Version3.0
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        HDMI TerminalType A (19-pin)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
        USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 0.5 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.56 µV (15.0 dBf)
        AM Frequency522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        Warranty3 Years1 Year Parts & Labor

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

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