Pioneer SC-1224-K
7.2-Channel AV Receiver with Ultra HD 4K Upscaling / Pass Through
Immerse yourself in high quality audio and video.
With 200 watts output per channel, the SC-1224 transforms your living area in a true home cinema. It has an ingeniously designed insulated dual chassis that, together with a rigid trans-stabilizer, reduces noise and ensures high quality audio reproduction. The robust design houses a powerful Class D (digital) amplifier, which produces impeccable sound without needing high power consumption.
The SC-1224 AV receiver passes through Ultra HD 4K video and even upscales lower resolution signals from any source into 4K. This way you are able to enjoy the highest picture quality that is available today. In addition, this AV receiver supports Multi-Zone playback, allowing you to watch your favourite film in one room, while someone else listens to music in another.
This AV receiver is ready for high-resolution music files and gapless playback. Connect your iPod, iPhone, or Android device, and it becomes one with the receiver. The SC-1224 also offers audio playback in the Direct Streaming Digital (DSD) format and multi-channel 96 kHz 24-bit (5.0 and 5.1) FLAC and WAV files via the front USB. Get worldwide internet radio with vTuner, stream millions of songs via Spotify Connect, or stream your content via DLNA and (optional AS-BT200 required).
Enjoy Spotify Connect
Enjoy on demand access to millions of songs with Spotifys digital streaming service. This AV receiver is ready for Spotify Connect, which lets you select songs on your Spotify app to listen to on your audio system.
Stream with ease
AirPlay compatibility allows enthusiasts to access their iTunes music library through the AV receiver. This AV receiver is also DLNA certified (1.5) to work as a Digital Media Player and Digital Media Renderer.
Bluetooth adapter ready
Easily stream songs from compatible devices using Bluetooth wireless technology (optional AS-BT200 needed).
Always in full control
With the iControlAV5 app, you can control all important functions from your smartphone or from your tablet (iOS / Android). Thanks to the newly built-in AVNavigator, you no longer need to install any software.
Professional audio components
This receiver is equipped with a high quality SABRE Premier Audio DAC, a digital to analogue converter that produces crystal clear sound. The DAC also eliminates jitter, so the signal remains free of digital artefacts.
Hi-Res multi-channel audio
Enjoy high-resolution audio playback like never before. This AV receiver supports both AIFF and Apple Lossless hi-resolution audio files. You can even playback the latest multichannel WAV and FLAC audio files.
Advanced room calibration
Advanced MCACC analyses the sound field of your speakers and automatically adjusts their virtual size, level, distance, and response. With the Subwoofer EQ, you can manually set the bass levels for more powerful playback.
4K Ultra HD video ready
Experience real high definition with 4K ultra-high resolution video. 4K Pass Through ensures your receiver is ready for the next generation of high def video.
Massive power
Audiophile level Class D amplification brings you unprecedented power output. Short signal paths ensure impeccable sound, while efficient cooling provides superior performance with lower power consumption (-44% vs analogue amps). Now with 4-16Ω speaker support.
Advanced Multi-Channel Stereophonic Philosophy |
Direct Energy HD Amplifier |
Yes |
Hi-bit24 Audio Processing |
Yes |
MCACC Auto Room Tuning |
Yes (Advanced MCACC) |
Phase Control |
Yes |
Auto Phase Control Plus |
Yes |
Speaker Polarity Check |
Yes |
Standing Wave Control |
Yes |
Subwoofer EQ |
Yes |
Precision Distance |
Yes |
Audio Technologies |
Advanced Sound Retriever |
Yes (Multi-ch) |
Auto Sound Retriever/Auto Sound Retriever for ARC |
Yes |
Sound Retriever Link |
Yes |
Sound Retriever AIR |
Yes |
Auto Level Control |
Yes (Multi-ch) |
PQLS with HDMI (Bit-stream/Multi-Surround/2ch Audio) |
Yes |
Video Technologies |
Ultra HD (4K/60p) Upscaling / Pass Through |
Yes |
Stream Smoother |
Yes |
Stream Smoother Link |
Yes |
Advanced Video Adjust |
Yes |
Highly Precise I/P Conversion |
Yes |
Triple HD Video Noise Reduction |
Yes |
Deep Colour/"x.v.Colour" |
Yes |
Audio Formats & Licenses |
Dolby TrueHD |
Yes |
Dolby TrueHD Loudness Management |
Yes |
DTS-HD Master Audio |
Yes |
DTS Neo:X | 7.1 |
Yes |
Hi-Res Audio File Playback via USB/Network |
Yes |
Multi-Channel Audio File Playback via USB/Network |
Yes |
DSD Music File Playback via USB |
Yes |
DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI |
Yes |
Variable File Play Action |
Yes |
Gapless Playback |
Yes |
Sophisticated Listening Modes |
Various Speaker Settings |
Yes |
Wide Surround |
Yes |
Dolby Pro Logic IIz |
Yes |
Virtual Speakers |
Yes |
Virtual Depth |
Yes |
Advanced Surround Modes |
Yes |
Front Stage Surround Advance |
Yes (Focus) |
Connectivity |
HDMI (4K@60, 3D, ARC) |
Yes |
Made for iPod, iPhone and iPad |
Yes |
iPod Digital Transmission via Front USB |
Yes |
Android Audio/Video Playback with MHL |
Yes |
Front USB Input |
Yes |
Network Features |
Apple AirPlay Certified |
Yes |
DLNA Certified (1.5) |
Yes |
HTC Connect Certified |
Yes |
Compatible with Windows 8.1 |
Yes |
Internet Radio (vTuner) |
Yes |
Spotify Digital Music-Streaming Service Ready |
Yes |
Advanced Control |
Ready for iControlAV5 App |
Yes |
Bluetooth Ready |
Yes |
Built-in AV Navigator/AVNavigator for iPad |
Yes |
Wireless LAN Converter Ready |
Yes |
Powered HDMI ZONE Out (Powered HDZONE) |
Yes |
Multi-Zone |
3 Zone |
Control with HDMI |
Yes |
2014 Pioneer PC Setup |
Yes |
Network Setup via Web Control |
Yes |
Standby Pass-Through without CEC |
Yes |
HDMI Standby Input Switching |
Yes |
Auto Power Down |
Yes |
Power Save for HDMI Standby Through |
Yes |
Simple Overlay OSD |
Yes |
GUI |
Yes |
Construction
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Advanced Direct Construction |
Yes |
Independent Power Supply System |
Yes |
Clean Grounding and High-Grade Parts |
Yes |
Specifications
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Multi-Channel Simultaneous Power Output
(7 channel, 1 kHz, 1 % THD, 8 ohms ) |
Total 560W |
Rated Power Output (1 kHz, 1 % THD, 6 ohms 1ch Driven) |
160 W/ch |
Rated Power Output (1 kHz, 1 % THD, 4 ohms 1ch Driven) |
200 W/ch |
Maximum Power Output (1 kHz, 10 % THD, 4 ohms 1ch Driven) |
250 W/ch |
Dimensions (W x H x D)/Weight |
435 x 185 x 441 mm/14.7 kg |
Power Consumption (in use/standby) |
290 W/0.1 W |
Power Requirements |
AC 220-230V, 50/60 Hz
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