Pioneer VSX-1122-K

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    Highlights

    • 7.2 Channels
    • 7.1 Channel Processing
    • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    • Bluetooth, Ethernet

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    1. Overview

    Pioneer VSX-1122-K was introduced in 2012. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

    We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 72 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

    Amplifier
    75
    Audio Features
    73
    Video Features
    54
    Connectivity
    77
    Zones
    84
    Radio
    85
    OVERALL
    72

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

    2. Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Pioneer VSX-1122-K.

    PROs

    •   Front Wide Channel Support
    •   DSD via HDMI
    •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
    •   New HDCP Version
    •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
    •   Bluetooth
    •   7 HDMI Inputs
    •   USB Input
    •   Composite Video Inputs
    •   Component Video Inputs
    •   Ethernet
    •   3 Zones
    •   Analog Tuner
    •   Pandora

    CONs

    •   No Dolby Atmos
    •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
    •   No DTS:X
    •   No IMAX Enhanced
    •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
    •   No HDR10
    •   No HDR10+
    •   No Dolby Vision
    •   No eARC
    •   No 8K Passthrough
    •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
    •   1 HDMI Outputs
    •   0 8K Input
    •   No Phono Input
    •   No RCA Pre-Outs
    •   No Digital Radio
    •   No Spotify
    •   No Tidal

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

    AVERAGE

    •   7.2 Channels
    •   Power Output - 90 W
    •   7.1 Channel Processing
    •   Wi-Fi
    •   RCA Line Inputs

    3. Pioneer 2012 Lineup

    In 2012 Pioneer released 13 new receivers. Here is the lineup:

    Pioneer 2012 Lineup
    ModelChannelsPowerMax. Ch. Proc.Pre OutsVideo Pass.Zones Price
    SC-68 Image cannot be found 9.2140 W9.111.24K4
    SC-67 Image cannot be found 9.2140 W9.111.24K4
    SC-65 Image cannot be found 9.2130 W9.111.24K3
    SC-63 Image cannot be found 7.2125 W7.19.21080p3
    SC-61 Image cannot be found 7.2125 W7.19.21080p3
    VSX-60 Image cannot be found 7.290 W7.11080p2
    VSX-42 Image cannot be found 7.180 W7.11080p2
    SC-1522-K Image cannot be found 9.2130 W9.111.21080p3
    SC-1222-K Image cannot be found 7.2120 W7.19.21080p3
    VSX-1122-K Image cannot be found 7.290 W7.11080p3
    VSX-1022-K Image cannot be found 7.180 W7.11080p1
    VSX-822-K Image cannot be found 5.180 W7.12.11080p1
    VSX-522-K Image cannot be found 5.180 W7.12.11080p1

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Pioneer SC-68 vs SC-67 vs SC-65 vs SC-63 vs SC-61 vs VSX-60.

    4. Amplifier

    7 channel Direct Energy Amplifier

    Pioneer VSX-1122-K features 7 channel power amplifier with Direct Energy design. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

      AMPLIFIER
      Channels7.2
      Power Output90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignDirect Energy
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front Channel

      5. Speaker Configurations

      Pioneer VSX-1122-K's 7 channel amplifier can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Configurations: Available configurations are:
      • 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: Pioneer VSX-1122-K supports front wide channels. 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 - 7.2.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Pioneer VSX-1122-K allows you 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.

      6. HDMI

      Pioneer VSX-1122-K features 7 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

      • 1080/60p Passthrough: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
      • 1080p Upscaling: Pioneer VSX-1122-K can upscale up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: The a/v receiver supports video upconversion, so you can connect your analog Component and Composite video sources and Pioneer VSX-1122-K will output them via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: All inputs and outputs are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Pioneer VSX-1122-K is able to pass 3D video through HDMI.


      VIDEO FEATURES
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo)

      7. Room Calibration

      Pioneer VSX-1122-K comes with Advanced MCACC room correction system and includes the calibration microphone.

      • 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.

      8. Multi-zone Playback

      Pioneer VSX-1122-K offers multi-zone playback which allows you to play different input sources in 3 different rooms.


      Zone 2

      • Powered Zone 2: You can use the unit's 2 amplifier channels by connecting Zone 2 speakers directly to the speaker terminals. The remaining 5 channels will be left for main zone amplification.
      • Audio Pre/Line Output: If you have a dedicated amplifier for Zone 2 you can connect it to the a/v receiver via pre/line outs and use "pre out" option to control volume from the a/v receiver or use "line out" option - send fixed signal and then control volume on the Zone 2 amplifier.

      Zone 3

        ZONES
        Number of Zones3
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1

        9. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 line inputs for analog audio connection.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available for digital audio connection.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • 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.
        • Inputs: 4   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. Pioneer VSX-1122-K supports up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Inputs: 1   Outputs: 0

        Front A/V Inputs

        • HDMI, USB, Composite Video
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        TERMINALS
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs2
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs2
        RCA Line Inputs4
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs

        10. Replaced by VSX-1123-K

        In 2013 Pioneer VSX-1122-K was replaced by Pioneer VSX-1123-K. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Pioneer VSX-1122-K and its successor.

        UPGRADES Pioneer VSX-1123-K vs Pioneer VSX-1122-K
        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 (Version 2.0) 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
        Zone 2 Outs Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out vs RCA Pre/Line Out
        Spotify vs
        DOWNGRADES Pioneer VSX-1123-K vs Pioneer VSX-1122-K
        DSD to PCM Converter vs
        Less Optical Inputs 1 vs 2
        Less Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
        SiriusXM vs

        For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Pioneer VSX-1122-K vs VSX-1123-K.

        11. Evaluation

        We evaluate Pioneer VSX-1122-K and give score of 72 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 6 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.


        OVERALL
        72

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        75

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 75 for Amplifier features.

        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        Audio Features

        GOOD
        73

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 73 for Audio Features features.

        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 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

        POOR
        54

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 54 for Video Features features.

        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        77

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 77 for Connectivity features.

        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        GOOD
        84

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 84 for Zones features.

        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        85

        We give Pioneer VSX-1122-K a score of 85 for Radio features.

        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL
        BrandPioneer
        ModelVSX-1122-K
        TypeA/V Receiver
        CountryUSA
        Release Year2012
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-1123-K
        AMPLIFIER
        Channels7.2
        Power Output90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDirect Energy
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front Channel
        AUDIO FEATURES
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD with Loudness Management
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
        Dolby Digital EX
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsWAV, MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC
        Music Playback via USBWAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBWAV/FLAC
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction plus PQLS (Bitstream)
        Auto Level ControlMulti-Channel
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement
        Sound Retriever Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer 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 Surround15+1 Mode DSP
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance (Focus, Wide)
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual SpeakersSurround Back / Height / Depth / Wide
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Advanced MCACC
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory6
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment1/2 inch
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        PC Display
        VIDEO FEATURES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p (1125p)
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter AdjustmentsStandard Definition Sources Detail, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, YNR, Black Level
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY
        Wi-Fi via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
        Bluetooth via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad via front USB
        Remote AppiControlAV2012
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs1
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs2
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs2
        RCA Line Inputs4
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite Video
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES
        Number of Zones3
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS
        On-Screen DisplayGUI
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/ Front Height/ Front Wide/ Front Bi-Amp/ Zone 2/ B-Speaker
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerLearning Remote Control
        RADIO
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
        Presets63
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals9
        Large Speaker Terminals9
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption550 W
        Standby Power0.2 W
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 168 mm x 362.5 mm
        17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16"
        Weight9.9 kg (22 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)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)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))81 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 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)
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        HDMI Terminal19-pin (not DVI)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 100 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        Warranty1 Year

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

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