1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Pioneer Elite VSX-70
Pioneer Elite VSX-60
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
- AirPlay, DLNA
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB input
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 1080p Upscaling, 1080p Passthrough
- AirPlay, DLNA
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB input
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Pioneer Elite VSX-70 to Pioneer Elite VSX-60 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. Both receivers have 7 channel and equally powerful amplifiers.
Advantage of Pioneer Elite VSX-70
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer Elite VSX-70 over Pioneer Elite VSX-60.
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 has more zones. It supports gapless playback and Spotify. It has analog pre-outs.
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | vs | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 | |
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DTS Neo | Neo:X | vs | Neo:6 |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, 192kHz / 24-Bit WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | vs | WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | vs | WAV/FLAC |
Gapless Playback | vs | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K/30p | vs | up to 1080p |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K/30p | vs | up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) |
MHL Input | 1 (Front) | vs | |
More HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | vs | 7 (1 front) |
More HDMI Outputs | 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE) | vs | 1 |
More RCA Pre-Outs | 2.2 | vs | 0.2 |
More Zones | 3 | vs | 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out | vs | RCA Pre/Line Out |
HDMI Speaker B Link | vs | ||
Spotify | vs |
Advantage of Pioneer Elite VSX-60
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer Elite VSX-60 over Pioneer Elite VSX-70.
Only Pioneer Elite VSX-60 supports SiriusXM.
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | vs | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 | |
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DSD to PCM Converter | vs | ||
More RCA Line Outputs | vs | 1 | |
More Optical Outputs | vs | ||
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs | 1 | vs | 2 |
More Composite Video Outputs | 1 | vs | 2 |
Multi-Zone On-Screen Display | vs | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio | vs |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
STRENGTHS |
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Front Wide Channel Support |
DSD via HDMI |
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
New HDCP Version |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion |
Ethernet |
Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth |
Many HDMI Inputs |
USB Input |
Composite Video Inputs |
Component Video Inputs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
Pandora |
WEAKNESSES |
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No Dolby Atmos |
No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
No DTS:X |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No eARC |
No HDR10 |
No HDR10+ |
No Dolby Vision |
No Chromecast Built-In |
Does not Work with Amazon Alexa |
Few 8K Inputs |
Few Optical Inputs |
No Tidal |
Audio Section
Amplifier
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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7 channel Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer Elite VSX-70 features 7 channel power amplifier with Direct Energy design. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven). |
7 channel Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer Elite VSX-60 features 7 channel power amplifier with Direct Energy design. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven). |
Speaker Configurations
Pioneer Elite VSX-70's and Pioneer Elite VSX-60's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Configurations: Available configurations are:
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- Pioneer Elite VSX-60: 5.2, 7.2 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:
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70: 7.2.
- Pioneer Elite VSX-60: 7.2.
- 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.
- Compressed Music Enhancer: Pioneer Elite VSX-70 and Pioneer Elite VSX-60 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
- Advanced Sound Retriever: Compressed music enhancement in Pioneer Elite VSX-70 and Pioneer Elite VSX-60 is done by Pioneer’s Advanced Sound Retriever. Hear the detail, warmth and clarity, the way the artist intended it, from all of your highly compressed MP3 and WMA files stored on USB, Smartphone and portable media players. By restoring data that tend to get lost in the digital compression process, Pioneers Advanced Sound Retriever Technology enhances audio reproduction all the way upto 20 Khz frequencies.
- MCACC: Pioneer’s exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) delivers an easy-to-use, automatic sound adjustment system to precision-tune your Pioneer and Pioneer Elite receivers with minimal effort. Every MCACC system comes with a microphone to measure and analyze reverb characteristics. The equalizer optimally adjusts sound parameters to fit the size and shape of your home environment while maintaining the integrity of high-resolution playback without any degradation to the quality of your music.
Sound Processing
Room Calibration
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 and Pioneer Elite VSX-60 come with Advanced MCACC room correction system.
Video Section
HDMI
Pioneer Elite VSX-70 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.
Pioneer Elite VSX-60 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.
- 4K/30Hz Passthrough on Pioneer Elite VSX-70: All inputs pass up to 4K/30p video signal.
1080/60p Passthrough on Pioneer Elite VSX-60: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal. - 4K Upscaling on Pioneer Elite VSX-70: It can upscale up to 4K/30p from HDMI and analog sources.
1080p Upscaling on Pioneer Elite VSX-60: It can upscale up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI and analog sources. - Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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.
- 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.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer Elite VSX-70 has 2.2 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, both receivers have 7 channel processing but have only 7 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
- Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Pioneer Elite VSX-60.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 1 optical output and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer Elite VSX-70 and 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer Elite VSX-60 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:
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70
Inputs: 8 (1 front) Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
8K Inputs: 0. - Pioneer Elite VSX-60
Inputs: 7 (1 front) Outputs: 1
8K Inputs: 0. - Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70
Inputs: 4 Outputs: 1. - Pioneer Elite VSX-60
Inputs: 4 Outputs: 2. - 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. Both receivers support up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1. - Pioneer Elite VSX-60
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1.
Front A/V Inputs
- Pioneer Elite VSX-70: HDMI, USB, Composite Video
- Pioneer Elite VSX-60: HDMI, USB, Composite Video
Pioneer Elite VSX-70
Pioneer Elite VSX-60
Specifications
And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
BASICS | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Brand | Pioneer | Pioneer |
Series | Elite | Elite |
Model | VSX-70 | VSX-60 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | USA | USA |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
AMPLIFIER | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Amplifier | Direct Energy | Direct Energy |
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Bi-amp Capability | Front | Front Channel |
AUDIO | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | Texas Instruments Aureus | TI Aureus |
DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | 192 kHz/24 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | PLIIz | PLIIz |
Dolby Digital EX | ||
Surround EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | Neo:X | Neo:6 |
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, 192kHz / 24-Bit WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit | 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | WAV/FLAC |
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD via USB | 2-ch Input | |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
Jitter Reduction | plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi) | plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi) |
Auto Level Control | Multi-Channel | Multi-Channel |
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialogue Lift | via Dialog Enhancement | via Dialog Enhancement |
Sound Retriever | Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC) | Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC) |
Sound Retriever AIR | ||
Digital Noise Reduction | ||
Tone Control | Front L/R Channels | Front L/R Channels |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Sound Retriever | Advanced Sound Retriever |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | Hi-bit24 Audio Processing | Hi-bit24 Audio Processing |
Digital Filter Slow Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Surround | ||
Optimum Surround | ||
Advanced Surround | 11 + 1 Mode | 15 + Headphone Surround |
Wide Surround | ||
Front Stage Surround Advance | (Focus/Wide) | |
Headphone Surround | ||
Virtual Speakers | Surround Back / Height / Depth / Wide | |
Virtual Depth | ||
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | Advanced MCACC | Advanced MCACC |
Manual MCACC | ||
MCACC Memory | 6 | 6 |
Full Band Phase Control | ||
Standing Wave Control | ||
EQ Bands | 9-Band (Advanced) | 9 |
Symmetric EQ | ||
X-Curve | ||
Distance Adjustment | 1/2 Inch | 1/2 Inch |
Precision Distance | ||
Polarity Check | ||
Auto Subwoofer Crossover |
VIDEO | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Enhanced ARC | ||
HDCP Version | 2.2 | 2.2 |
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K/30p | up to 1080p |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K/30p | up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component****, Composite | Component****, Composite |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
Component Video Maximum Resolution | 1080p (1125p) | 1080p (1125p) |
Stream Smoother | ||
Pure Cinema | ||
Video Parameter Adjustments | YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black Level | Advanced Video Adjust - HD Sources Progressive Motion - YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black level |
Triple HD Noise Reduction | ||
Super Resolution | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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MHL Input | 1 (Front) | |
DLNA 1.5 | ||
FireConnect | ||
FlareConnect | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay | AirPlay |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad via front USB | iPod/iPhone/iPad |
Remote App | iControlAV2013 (for iOS and Android) | iControlAV2012 (iPad, iPhone, Android) |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately) | via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately) |
Bluetooth | via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately) | via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately) |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | 7 (1 front) |
HDMI Outputs | 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE) | 1 |
8K Inputs | ||
USB Input | 1 Front | 1 Front |
USB DC Out Port | 1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A) | 1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A) |
RCA Line Input | 4 | 4 |
RCA Line Output | 1 | |
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical Inputs | 1 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 1 | 2 |
Composite Video Input | 4 (1 front) | 4 (1 front) |
Composite Video Output | 1 | 2 |
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | 2 | 2 |
Component Video Output | 1 | 1 |
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 2.2 | 0.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI, USB, Composite Video | HDMI, USB, Composite Video |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Zones | 3 | 2 |
Powered Zones | 2 | 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out | RCA Pre/Line Out |
Zone 3 Outs | HDMI | |
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 1 (Main, Zone2, HDZone) | 1 (Main, Zone2, HDZone) |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
MISC | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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On-Screen Display | Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only) | GUI with Album Art |
Multi-Zone On-Screen Display | ||
HDMI Speaker B Link | ||
AVNavigator | Built-in | |
PC Set-Up | ||
IP Control for CI | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
Versatile Speaker Configuration | Surround Back/ Front Height/ Front Wide/ Front Bi-Amp/ Zone 2/ B-Speaker | Bi-Amp / Zone 2 / B-Speaker / Surround Back / Front Height / Front Width |
FL Dimmer | ||
Function Rename | ||
Remote Controller | Learning Remote Control | Learning |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
adapterport |
RADIO | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | FM/AM |
Presets | 63 | 63 |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | vTuner | vTuner |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Chassis | ||
Front Panel | Brushed | Hairline |
Solid Aluminum Front | ||
Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Ceramic Speaker Terminals | ||
3D Space Frame Construction | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer | ||
Transformer Stabilizer | ||
Power Consumption | 550 W | 550 W |
Standby Power | 0.1 W | 0.2 W |
GENERAL | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function | ||
Auto Power Standby | ||
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 168 mm x 363 mm 17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16" | 435 mm x 168 mm x 362.5 mm 17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16" |
Weight | 9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz) | 9.9 kg (22 lbs) |
Warranty | 2 Years Parts & Labor | 2 Years |
SPECS | Pioneer Elite VSX-70 | Pioneer Elite VSX-60 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 90 W (0.08% THD) | 90 W (0.08% THD) |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) | 165 W (1% THD) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 315 mV/47 kΩ (Line) | 315 mV/47 kΩ (Line) |
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance | 315 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) | |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 100 dB | 100 dB |
S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz)) | 81 dB | 81 dB |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 2.8 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 (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
HDMI Terminal | 19-pin (not DVI) | 19-pin (not DVI) |
HDMI Output Type | 5 V, 100 mA | 5 V, 100 Ma |
HDMI Input/MHL Terminal | 5 V, 900 mA | |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 A | USB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 A |
adapterport Terminal | 5 V, 100 mA | 5 V, 100 mA |
Extension Terminal | ||
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 108 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 108 MHz |
AM Frequency | 530 kHz - 1700 kHz | 530 kHz - 1700 kHz |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted