Pioneer VSX-935 AV Receiver
Description
Immerse in 3D surround sound of Dolby Atmos® or DTS:X, or you can still enjoy similar effects by Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer* and DTS Virtual:X* even without height or surround speakers. Featuring Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision™ pass through with support for HDCP 2.2., the VSX-934 offers evermore life-like images. You can stream songs from various sources via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, DTS Play-Fi, SONOS system, and Apple AirPlay 2*. Other highlights include a Powered Zone 2 feature with a dedicated DAC, Personal Preset buttons, and 2 HDMI outputs.
Featuring Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision™ pass through with support for HDCP 2.2., the VSX-934 offers evermore life-like images. You can stream songs from various sources via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, DTS Play-Fi, SONOS system, and Apple AirPlay 2*. Other highlights include a Powered Zone 2 feature with a dedicated DAC, Personal Preset buttons, and 2 HDMI outputs.
HDMI® 2.1 with 8K
HDMI® 2.1 is the most recent update of the HDMI® spec and supports a range of higher video resolutions and refresh rates including 8K60 and 4K120, as well as Dynamic HDR formats. 8K delivers a super-immersive viewing experience with 2x the horizontal and vertical resolution of 4K, and 4 times as many pixels; and combined with 60Hz refresh rate enables smooth and sharp viewing of content with high-speed action. HDMI 2.1 with 8K ensures your system is ready for the clearest and cleanest picture available both now and down the road.
Enhanced Gaming
Own your opponents with HDMI 2.1 enhancements for gamers: 4K/120Hz HDR pass-through enables ultra-fast motion -VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) eliminates lag, stutter, and frame-tearing for fluid gameplay. - ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) optimizes latency from source to screen - QFT (Quick Frame Transport) limits lag for a smoother experience.
Immersive Sound from your TV Apps
E-ARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) simplifies connectivity and supports the latest high-bitrate audio formats including Dolby Atmos®, DTS-HD Master Audio™, DTS:X®, Dolby® TrueHD.
Streaming Music Services and Faster Wifi
Use Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in™, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi®; includes Spotify®, Amazon Music, Pandora®, TIDAL, Deezer, or TuneIn streaming services
Voice Interaction at the Touch of a Button
Stay wirelessly connected to phone conversations and smart assistants by voice. Simple buttons on the bodies activate a mic so you can make and receive calls. Or ask Siri or the Google Assistant for help without reaching for your phone.
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Creating a virtual surround and height effect from traditional speaker layouts without employing additional surround or height speakers.
Advanced MCACC Auto Room Tuning Featuring Auto Phase Control Plus
Advanced MCACC adjusts the sound according to the listening room and speakers, and also creates clearer sound by suppressing the standing waves that occur between walls or ceiling and floor. Measurement of up to nine positions can be saved for a wide listening area. Auto Phase Control Plus* makes real-time analysis of the phase difference, and automatically compensates the gap between the LFE and main signals, providing strong bass and clear high-frequency sound.
Roon-Tested
Roon plays to thousands of USB, Airplay, and Chromecast devices, but Roon-tested devices are profiled by the Roon team to ensure simple setup and effortless daily use. If you own a Roon-Tested device, you can have the confidence that you will enjoy the best possible experience with it.
Specifications:
Amplification
| Amplifier Design | Direct Energy |
| Power Output: Watts per Channel | 80 W/ch (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD 0.08 %, 2ch Driven, FTC), 170 W/ch (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10 %, 1ch Driven) |
| Power Output: Watts per Channel (1kHz,10%THD@6ohm 1ch Driven) | 165 W/ch |
Audio Features
| Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Surround Upmixer | Yes |
| DTS:X®, DTS Neural:X® Upmixer | Yes |
| Reflex Optimizer | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer | Yes |
| DTS Virtual: X | Yes |
| Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS-HD Express | Yes |
| DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2ch, 5.1ch) | Yes |
| Digital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) | Yes |
| 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Conversion for Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) on HDMI OUT (MAIN) | Yes |
| MCACC Auto Room Tuning | Yes |
| Advanced Sound Retriever (2ch) | Yes |
| Advanced Surround Modes | Yes |
Video Features
| Support HDMI 2.1 | (HDMI IN 1-3) with 8K, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), QFT (Quick Frame transport), DSC (Display Stream Compression), and QMS (Quick Media Switching) pass-through |
| Supports HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG | 8K/60p (4:2:0/10-bit), 8K/30p (4:4:4/10-bit, 4:2:2/12-bit), 4K/120p (4:4:4/10-bit, 4:2:2/12-bit), 4K60p (4:4:4/12-bit) and BT.2020 color; Deep Color™ (36-bit), "x.v.Color", LipSync, and HDCP 2.3 |
| Dolby Vision Compatible | Yes |
| Ultra HD Upscaling | 4K to 8K, 1080p to 8K/4K |
Home Network Features
| Works with Alexa Supporting Multi-Room Music | Yes |
| Works with Hey Google and Chromecast Built-in | Yes |
| DTS Play-Fi® supporting Critical Listening Mode with Pioneer Music Control App | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay 2 with Siri Voice Control | Yes |
| Works with SONOS Supporting Multiple Sonos Connect Control and Volume Pass Through Mode | Yes |
| Amazon Music HD, Pandora®, Spotify, TIDAL, and Deezer Hi-Fi Music-Streaming Services Ready | Yes |
| Internet Radio with TuneIn | Yes |
| Hi-Res Audio File Playback via USB/Network | Yes |
| Up to 192 kHz/24-bit ALAC*5, AIFF, FLAC, WAV (RIFF) and 5.6 MHz DSD | Yes |
Convenience Features
| Personal Preset | Yes |
| Dialog Enhancement | Yes |
| Dual Band (5 GHz/2.4 GHz) Wi-Fi® Built-in | Yes |
| Bluetooth® Wireless Technology | Version: 4.2, Profile: A2DP 1.2/AVRCP 1.3, Codec: SBC/aptX/aptX HD (TX), SBC/AAC (RX) Built-in |
| Pioneer Remote App | Ready for Multi-room Entertainment Control and Network Streaming |
| User-Friendly GUI with System Setup Menu | Yes |
| On-Screen Information for Audio, Video and Network | Yes |
| Web Setup | Yes |
| Auto Power Off in HDMI Standby Through | Yes |
| FM/AM Tuner 40 Presets | Yes |
| User-Friendly Simple Remote Control | Yes |
Front Terminals
| USB 1 In for USB Drive | Yes |
| MCACC Setup MIC In | Yes |
| Audio 1 In (Mini Stereo Jack) | Yes |
| Phones 1 Out | Yes |
Video Processing
| 4K Ultra HD Pass-Through | Yes (HDR10, HLG and BT.2020 Wide Color Gamut Signal Pass-through) |
| 3-D Ready | Yes |
| HDMI Standby Through | Yes with Input Switch / Last Memory |
| HDMI 36-bit Deep Color | Yes |
| 4K Ultra HD Video Scaler | Ultra HD Upscaling |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Dolby Vision Compatible | Yes |
| HDMI x.v. Color | Yes |
| Video Converter to HDMI | Yes |
| Super Resolution | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Input / Output | 6 In (Rear) / 2 Out |
| Wi-Fi Built-In | Dual Band (5 GHz/2.4 GHz) Wi-Fi® Built-in |
| Digital Audio Inputs / Output | 2 In (Optical 1, Coaxial 1) |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| AM/FM Presets | AM/FM Tuner 40 Presets |
| Bluetooth Built-In | Yes (Version: 4.2 + LE, Profile: A2DP 1.2/AVRCP 1.3, Codec: SBC/AAC) |
| USB Terminal | Front and Rear |
| Analog Audio Inputs / Output | 2 in / 0 out |
| Pre-Amp Output | 0.2 ch. |
| Front A/V Inputs | USB / 3.5mm stereo mini jack |
Installation
| On-Screen Display | User-Friendly GUI with System Setup Menu |
| Multi-Room and Source Output | Powered Zone 2 with Dedicated DAC |
| Sleep Timer | Yes |
| Auto Power Down | Yes |
| Remote | Yes |
| Versatile Speaker Configuration | Speaker 9ch Out (FRONT, CENTER,SURROUND, SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT/Bi-AMP, ZONE 2) |
Construction
| Front Panel | Brushed |
| Speaker Terminals | 9 large |
Misc. Specs
| Product Weight | 21.2 |
| Depth (in.) | 14.56 |
| Width (in.) | 17.13 |
| Height (in.) | 6.81 |
| Channels | 7 |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| 4k Ultra Hd Compatible | Yes |
| Remote Control Included | Yes |
| Number Of Audio Inputs | 1 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year Parts & Labor |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Color Finish Name | Black |
| Smart Compatible | Yes |
| Wifi Capable | Yes |
| Bluetooth Capable | Yes |
| Color | Black |
| Shipping Height | 10.4 |
| Shipping Width | 18.1 |
| Shipping Depth | 21.1 |