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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful.
Amazing Receiver that runs COOL!!!
By A. Khole
I purchased this receiver last week (from another website - not from Amazon) and spent a good day or two performing the initial setup and hooking up various components and tweaking the setup to make the speakers sound to my liking. Once you get a hang of the setups, it's good-but it can be overwhelming for someone who is new to this.
So far, I've tried to use many of the features offered by this receiver and put it to test and it has exceeded expectations in all categories.
Initial Setup: Using the Auto MCACC was good, but the sub-woofer was not auto configured. I had to set it up manually, which was not a big deal. Though I had to figure out the menu's and where this setup is performed and all that. Even after the initial setup was performed, I had tweaked some settings on the other channels to make them sound better IMO. The UI seems old - if Pioneer can provide an software update to better the UI - it'll be perfect. Make the UI look good. :)
AUDIO: Power delivery is perfect. My Klipsch WF-35 speakers started sounding different (in a really good way) when compared to my old Onkyo receiver. I mean the sound difference was immediate, apparent and pleasingly great. I just can't stop cranking up the volume and hearing my music. My speakers are sounding so different that I feel that I've purchased a new set of speakers. Even after cranking the volume for a long period of time - say 4-5 hours, the receiver is way cool (temperature wise) - Class D amplifiers!!!
VIDEO: Netflix and Blu-ray movies played excellent. Played some videos from my iphone & youtube from my phone and the up-scaling was good. Haven't yet tried playing older video formats thru it yet to see how it fairs.
PANDORA: Works nice!!! the only issue is creating your stations from the receiver can be a pain. Best do it thru your phone or computer and then select the newly created station. However, I am not a fan of the Graphic User Interface on the TV.
Internet: Once you connect the receiver thru Ethernet cable, you can stream music from online radio. This is a cool feature.
In terms of connectivity this receiver offers so many options and you can hook up a bunch of different components. I'm yet to setup Zone 2 speakers and sub, but once I hook those up, I'll try out the Zone speaker function.
Overall - I'm really impressed with this receiver and would recommend it to other buyers in the Market for a mid-range receiver. Also, since I'm upgrading from my Onkyo entry-level receiver after 5 years or so, I'm really amazed with the features and the stuff you can do with this receiver. It was a big technology upgrade for me and some features really stood out. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RECEIVER. Pioneer has done a great job with this receiver.
One more thing I wish to point out, when purchasing this receiver, I had compared it with Pioneer SC-61 and frankly - I could not differentiate how these two receivers are different (except SC-61 is ELITE range and SC-1222 is not). But specs wise both are identical.
Other receivers I was considering were Pioneer SC-61, Denon AVR2313CI, Marantz SR6007, Yamaha Aventage RX-A820BL. I tested out all for a good while at a mortar and brick store before making the purchase online (got a great deal for this receiver).
Update: 10/29/2012 - There is a separate Pioneer Bluetooth Adapter that I bought which enables me to play my music from my phone or my friends phones without physically connecting the phone to the receiver.
Also the Pioneer AV app is great for controlling this network enabled phone. One disadvantage in my mind is that you have to turn ON the receiver before you can use the app. You cannot turn on the receiver from the app, but you can turn it off using the app. Other than that you can do standard features and also audio mode selects from the app. This is good app if I'm in another room and controlling my receiver.
29 of 33 people found the following review helpful.
Good choice..!!
By Carlos A. Bouche Scigolini
Well... I can't find any review about it... so I decided to write the first.
I have de Pioneer SC1222 for almost 2 months...
I work with audio and video since 1984, so i had the oportunity to try and listen to many audio equipment and have enough experience, take your time to play with the diversity of options in this receiver and you'll be NOT dissapointed.
YOU'LL HAVE TO SPEND A COUPLE OF DAY ADJUTING THE EXTREMELY DETAILED OPTIONS (audio, video, remote, streaming... etc), AFTER THIS YOU'LL BE PLEASED WITH YOUR NEW TOY..!
1- Tecnologically it's really impressive, it streams flawlessly evry type of media from any PC of my network, but if you have "A LOT" of songs or interpretes, it could be a little hard to make a quick search.
Pandora works perfect but you'll prefer to create stations at you PC.
I can command most of the functions of the Pioneer SC1222 from my android phone with the icontrol APP, and can stream songs from my PC to the SC1222 right from my phone screen with the media house app. I have to admit that it's APPLE oriented ;-(
This amplifier works surprisingly cold for the power handled...!!!
From 1 to 10: 9.5
2-Audio...I'm ussing a couple of Polk RTiA7 (bi-amped) in the front, Wharfedales diamonds for center and rear and a JBL sub. I doesn't like very much the auto calibration system, it lack of bass an maybe some life in my opinion.
The option for audio EQ, Delay, Speaker system, Distance, etc, etc, etc (many etc)... are really exquisit and detailed but not very easy to modify while you are listening or viewing something.
It have a lot of DOLBY SURROND options (old and new)..!
The power is good enough to rock my RTia7 which are power demmanding. Be carefuly with the EQ because if you overbass, it tends to distort a little at high volume, mediums and highs are flawless.!
One of the things I enjoy most is listening to CD's and MP3 in simple stereo, equalizer and diversity of settings available, sweeten your ears for hours. The audio restoration for MP3 is very good too.. it really bring back to life the compressed files (you'll be surprissed).
From 1 to 10: 9
3-Video... IMPRESSIVE the upscaling work really good, the Qdeo processor makes an excellent job when streaming video from internet (netflix, youtube, etc)it restores the brightness and color, even the DVD looks much better after processing.
From 1 to 10: 10
4-The remote is complete, I'm commanding my Panasonic TV and Sony BD whith this, but could be difficult to use in dark rooms because all the buttons are alike and have more than one function (missing back light).
From 1 to 10: 6
The front and knobs look sleek and good, but I expected metal instead of plastic.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
Runs cool. Still has ugly GUI and crazy remote.
By Jay Thornock
Before this receiver, I owned the VSX-1121. Audibly, they are very similar and I honestly don't think I could identify one over the other. This one does seem to be a bit louder at lower volumes. Connectivety and functionality appear to be almost completely the same. They are even visually difficult to distinguish. The one big difference is efficiency and heat. After watching the Avengers Blu-ray at a fairly loud -10 db volume level, the top of the SC-1222 was much cooler than the VSX-1121. The only identifiable heat on the top of the unit was from the enormous transformer on the left front side. No heat is detectable elsewhere on the unit. The transformer does appear to be much larger than the VSX-1121 transformer and the unit does weigh a little more. The GUI is still not overlay capable, meaning you have to completely leave what you are watching in order to access the main menu. That menu is also still quite ugly and old looking. An $1,100 MSRP receiver should do a little better these days, in my opinion. Advanced MCACC still views both my subs as a single sub, meaning the second sub connection is basically an internal y-adapter.
Overall, I really am enjoying the sounds quality and the unit in general. The remote, GUI, and a few other things are just old and disfunctional. I picked it up for $599 and feel it was a good purchase at that price. Four stars for a good product, with lots of features, that could use a little more polish.
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Pioneer 7.2-Channel Network Ready AV Receiver
Introducing the Pioneer SC-1222 Audio Video Receiver. Combining technological advancements with elegance, the SC-1222 delivers incredible home theater performance. With 770 watts of crisp and accurate audio reproduction, the SC-1222 provides connectivity for all your latest high-definition home theater components, and digital 1080p video from any source.
Made for You--And your iPad, iPhone and iPod
Thanks to Made for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad certification, Apple devices are easily connected with the included USB/video cable--so there's no need to buy a separate dock to store all your music, videos, streaming content. Plus, since your iPhone, iPod and now your iPad charge automatically when connected, it's the ultimate plug-and-play integration with your home theater. You can enjoy music with iTunes album art, share videos and movies, downloaded TV shows from iTunes, photos, web content from YouTube and much more. Got a call? The iPhone will mute movies and music so you can take it. Use the iPhone directly, or push a single button on the SC-1222's front panel to switch control to the included preset remote and an intuitive, full-color GUI.
High quality streaming with AirPlay and HTC Connect
With AirPlay, stream music from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or iTunes to the SC-1222 and play it through your home theater system without docks or cables. Simply connect the receiver to your home network via Ethernet, and it instantly becomes the hub for playback of your iTunes music from your connected Apple device or networked computer.
Pioneer is the first consumer electronics manufacturer to receive HTC Connect certification. HTC Connect helps create a convenient wireless solution to enjoy content stored on HTC Connect compatible smartphones, eliminating the need to leave your smartphone physically docked, cradled or connected with cables. Stream audio content while simultaneously making calls, browsing the Internet, texting, or playing games on your smartphone.
You can even view song information including song title, artist, and track time as well as album art on a connected display. Not only that, the SC-1222 supports network audio sources in Zone 2, allowing you to send music to another room.
Connect to Your PC Music Files or Internet Radio
The SC-1222's networking ability opens up an entirely new world of possibilities. A rear panel Ethernet port allows full integration into your home network, with Windows 7 and DLNA 1.5 certification, a whole new level of entertainment options are at your fingertips. With 192kHz / 24-bit WAV and FLAC file compatibility, network streaming audio playback is now ready for the true audiophile. Stream your MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV and FLAC music files from your PC, laptop or smartphone to your home theater system.
With vTuner, the SC-1222 lets you enjoy thousands of Internet radio stations from around the world. An optional AS-WL300 wireless adapter is also available for your wireless network convenience.
Unleash Your Smartphone's Music with Bluetooth
The SC-1222 is fully ready for wireless Bluetooth audio from virtually any A2DP profile Bluetooth device. With the Pioneer AS-BT200 Bluetooth adapter, you can untether yourself from cables and inputs. Plus you'll enjoy enriched quality with Sound Retriever AIR technology, created specifically to enhance Bluetooth audio.
Ultimate Sound Control
The SC-1222 supports formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio to give your Blu-ray Disc soundtracks unsurpassed audio quality. Pioneer also includes all of the Dolby and DTS surround formats best suited for the wide variety of entertainment sources, including the newest Dolby Pro Logic IIz height channel.
Multi-Zone HDMI Output
The SC-1222 takes the multi-room media experience to a whole new level with multi-zone audio and video output, as well as access to the On-Screen Display from another Zone.
Class D3 Amplification
The SC-1222's Class D3 9-channel amplifier is one of the most powerful amplifiers of any multi-channel A/V receiver Pioneer has ever produced. Keeping the new audio formats of the Blu-ray Disc format in mind, Class D3 takes high-resolution multi-channel audio to a whole new level of immersive performance.
Rated at 110 watts x 7 channels, the SC-1222 delivers plenty of power, but it's not the whole story. Where the SC-1222 really shows its unprecedented power output capability is when driving multi-channels simultaneously without losing significant per-channel output. Class A/B amplifiers simply cannot match the efficiency of Class D3 as their power output per channel diminishes rapidly when more channels are added to the work-load. This kind of unprecedented power capability allows you to appreciate the full dynamics from any media source in a way never before possible. The ability to drive more channels, simultaneously, means you can fully reproduce all of the dynamics and impact of high definition multi-channel Dolby and DTS soundtracks with up to 7.2 channels of the highest quality power output available today.
Advanced Qdeo Video Processing for High Picture Quality
Using Qdeo processing technology and Pioneer's extensive video know-how makes home theater a truly immersive experience. The SC-1222 provides video conversion from composite and component video to HDMI for a single-wire high-definition audio and video solution as well as up to 1080p video scaling for an exceptional picture regardless of the source, creating natural and noise-free video for maximum performance and flexibility.
Get Ready for 3D with the Latest HDMI Technology
All of Pioneer's newest receivers support the latest HDMI specifications. So not only do you get the most out of your existing movies and music, with the SC-1222 you're prepared for the new generation of 3D video content. With 7 HDMI inputs including a front input, you've got plenty of connectivity options for the growing number of high-definition sources available. The SC-1222 also offers advanced HDMI conveniences like Audio Return Channel and Power Save HDMI Standby Through.
Transform your Apple Device into a Powerful Remote Control
Communicating with the SC-1222 wirelessly through your home network, Pioneer's free iControlAV2012 app turns your iPhone, iPod touch and iPad device or select Android devices into a powerful remote control for your receiver. The all new iControlAV2012 is fully redesigned, incorporating everything from basic volume and input selection to advanced features like EQ adjustments and Internet Radio control. iControlAV2012 for iPad includes enhanced features like vertical and horizontal orientation, intuitive control of music from networked PCs as well as Internet radio control, and a super- cool finger EQ adjust screen; simply draw the EQ curve to your desired sound preference. New Sound Explorer gives you easy access to experiment with the many powerful sound enhancements the SC-1222 offers.
Full-Color On-Screen Graphical User Interface
All of the SC-1222's advanced control and connectivity options are made even better with a full-color user interface via HDMI on your connected TV. Effortlessly navigate through the SC-1222's menu and enjoy iTunes album art from a connected Apple device.
Fine-Tune Your Sound with MCACC
Like a musical instrument, your home theater system needs to be tuned. Pioneer's Advanced Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration system (MCACC) provides an optimized, multi-channel listening experience that's calibrated and customized specifically to your room by measuring every speaker's connection, and noting size and distance from the listening point, sound levels and timbre.
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