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	POA-A1HDCI: Ultra-Reference 10 Channel A/V Power Amplifier
	POA-A1HDCI: Ultra-Reference 10 Channel A/V Power Amplifier


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POA-A1HDCI

$7,500.00

A fitting companion to the reference AVP-A1HDCI Controller, the POA-A1HDCI multi-channel power amplifier sets the standard for power and precision, with unparalleled configuration options. Each of the 10 amplifier channels features a discrete power amplifier assembly to eliminate interference between channels, and each is equipped with a dedicated DC power supply that ensures optimum fidelity without interference from other channels. High current DC rectifiers and companion high current filter/storage capacitors ensure stable performance with low impedance (4 ohms) speaker loads, even in bridged mode. Each amplifier channel also features A/B speaker outputs that allows tremendous flexibility with sophisticated multi-zone installations in addition to bi-amping capability, along with our exclusive Control Link connectivity for seamless configuration and switching via the A/V controller. The rugged chassis features direct mechanical grounding that eliminates microphonically-induced distortions, along with extensive shielding to prevent mutual interference between individual amplifier channels and low and high power circuits.

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FEATURES

GENERAL
Power Output; Watts Per Channel	150

All Channels Rated @ 0.05 THD

All Channels Rated @ 0.08 THD	–

Weight: In Pounds	132

Width (inches)	17.1

Height (inches)	11.1

Depth (inches)	20.9

SOUND MODES
THX Ultra2-Certified

Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit – D.D.S.C - D	–

Processor(s) – Bit Depth and Type	–

Dolby Pro Logic IIx – with Cinema, Music, Game Modes	–

THX Post-Processing – DPL (4.0), DPL2 Cinema, DD/DTS (5.1), ES Discrete (6.1), ES Matrix, Neo:6 Cinema	–

THX Ultra2 7.1 Cinema, Music and Game Modes	–

THX Surround EX Decoding	–

Dolby Digital Surround EX Decoding	–

dts ES Discrete 6.1 Decoding	–

dts ES Matrix 6.1 Decoding	–

dts Neo:6 Stereo-to-Surround Cinema and Music Modes	–

dts 96/24 5.1 for DVD-Video Processing	–

Dolby Headphone	–

HDCD Decoder	–

Audio Signal Delay (Sync. Audio with Video signal) – By source	–

Pure Direct/Direct/Stereo Modes on Digital/Analog inputs	–

Stereo/Direct Modes w/Pure Analog Path	–

5-Channel Stereo Mode	–

Video Game Mode	–

Wide Screen 7.1 Mode	–

Mono Movie Surround Mode	–

Rock Arena Surround Mode	–

Matrix Surround Mode	–

Jazz Club Surround Mode	–

Virtual Surround Mode – For 2 Speakers/Headphones	–

Multi-Channel Stereo Mode	–

DSP Effect Modes	–

Auto Surround Mode (Analog or Digital Input Type)	–

Active Center Channel In All Surround Modes	–

Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit - Digital HD	Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit - Digital HD

Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital+	–

dts-HD Master Audio	–

MP3 Decoding	–

WMA Decoding	–

Neural Surround Mode XMHD	–

CONNECTIVITY
True 24-bit/96-kHz Digital Input Capability	–

True 24-bit/192-kHz Digital Input Capability (Denon Link & 1394)	–

Assignable Digital Inputs	–

Digital Input – DENON Link 3rd (SACD Ready)	–

IEEE-1394 Digital Audio Input/Output	–

Digital Inputs: Coaxial	–

Digital Inputs: Optical	–

Digital Outputs: Optical	–

Digital to Analog REC Out	–

Analog Audio Inputs, Incl. Tuner	–

Phono Input	–

Source Function Renaming	–

Analog Record Outputs	–

Front Panel A/V Inputs w/Cover * Composite and S-Video	–

Video Conversion –Composite to S-Video to Component	–

Video Conversion – Composite to S-Video to Composite	–

Video Conversion – Analog to HDMI	–

DVI/HDMI Video Inputs – Compatible with 1.1 Spec. – Multi-Channel Audio *1080p HDMI	–

HDMI Video Outputs *1080p	–

Composite Video Inputs	–

Composite Video Outputs	–

S-Video Inputs	–

S-Video Outputs	–

Component Video Inputs x Bandwidth - *Assignable	–

Component Video Outputs	–

6-Ch. External Analog Input	–

8-Ch. External Analog Input	–

Banana Plug Speaker Terminals, All Channels	High Grade 5-way binding post

Cinema EQ	–

Front A/B Speaker Selector	–

56 Station Auto-Preset Memory Tuning	–

Radio Data System (RDS)	–

XM Satellite Radio 'Connect and Play' Ready – with optional antenna	–

Direct Function (Tone Bypass)	–

Volume Control Un-muting	–

Selectable Muting Levels (Full/-40/-20)	–

Video Select Control	–

RS-232 Port – Third Party Remote Controllers

RJ-45 Ethernet Port – Same Functionality as AVR-5805/4806	–

PC Setup and Control Capability	–

IR Serial Remote In/Out terminals	–

+12v Trigger Output - Assignable	1 - +12v Trigger Input

Multi-Source/Multi-Zone (*Uses REC OUT)	–

Pre-amp Outputs for Multi-Zone	–

High Pass Filter for Multi-Zone Outputs	–

Multi-Zone Pre-Amp Outputs – Selectable Output Levels	–

Discrete Multi-Zone Composite Video Output - *S-Video also	–

Discrete Remote Power On/Off, Source Selection and Volume for Main and Second/Third* Zones	–

Discrete Remote Source Selection for Zone 3	–

Assignable Amplifier Configuration of Surround Back Channels	Completely Configurable Amplifiers

Speaker Time-Delay and Level Controls: L/R, Sub, C, Surr. L/R, Surround Back	–

Pre-Amp Outputs	–

Internet Radio	–

iPod Port (Using optional AKP-100 cable)	–

iPod Dock Control Port (Using optional ASD-1R Denon iDock)	–

USB Flash Drive Port	–


pre Labled Assignable Digital Inputs	–

BNC Digital Inputs - Audio & Video	–

Digital to Analog Conversion Multi Zone Outputs	–

XLR Analog Input	–

XLR Analog Output	–

Input Delete Function	–

Front Panel AV Inputs Inside Panel Composite & S-video	–

s-Video Down Conversion 2nd Zone	–

Video Conversion Analog to HDMI Scaling 480p 720p 1080i 1080p	–

Faroudja DCDi Video Processing and Scaling FLI2310	–

Silicon Optix Realta HQV Processing and Scaling	–

HDMI Video Output s1.1 Spec 1080p	–

HDMI 1.3a Inputs	–

HDMI 1.3a Outputs	–

HDMI Audio/Video Repeater Function	–

HDMI Video Switching Function	–

HDMI Deep Color Support-36Bit	–

HDMI xvYCC Color Space Support	–

HDMI SACD Support	–

Component Video Output 2nd Zone	–

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Enhanced Power Amp Assignment	–

Builtin WiFi Connectivity WiFi B/G certified	–

Network Enabled	–

USB Port with HDD Support	–
COMPONENT TECHNOLOGY
Equal Power Amplifiers	10 ch

Low Impedance Drive Capability

High-Current/Discrete Amplifiers

Independent Power Supplies

Pure Audio Construction

Toroidal Power Transformer	–

Dolby Digital, dts and DSP Modes – Analog Devices, HammerHead SHARC	–

Dolby Digital, dts and DSP Modes – Texas Instruments Aureus	–

AL24 Processing - All Channels	–

24-bit/192-kHz DACs – Burr-Brown PCM-1791	–

24-bit/192-kHz DACs - Analog Devices	–

Analog-to-Digital Conversion - Bit Depth/Sampling Rate	–

Variable High/Low Pass Crossover Points (12/24dB) 40/60/80/100/120/150/200/250	–

Built In Time Based Correction	–

Advanced AL24 Processing Multi Channel	–

Automatic Lip Sync	–

HD Radio Tuner Built-in	–

CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Front Panel A/B Speaker Selector	–

Auto Setup Calibration	–

Auto/Manual Room Equalization	-

Audyssey MultEqxt Room Eq. with up to eight position setup	–

Auto Setup Microphone Included/Type	–

Dual Surround Mode Spkr. Selector	–

Icon-Based On-Screen Display	–

Front Panel System Setup Control	–

Personal Memory Plus	–

System Setup/Surround Parameters Lockout	–

Relay-Controlled Protection Circuits

Microprocessor User Re-set	–

Detachable Power Cord

Subwoofer Peak-Level Limiter (THX)	–

Pre-programmed (10 Devices) Glow Key Remote Control with Punch Through Commands	–

Pre-programmed/Learning EL Remote with Backlighting and Punch Through Commands	–


Audyssey MultEQ XT Room Correction with up to eight position setup	–

Audyssey Mult EQ Room Correction Positions	–

Audyssey Mult EQ Pro CalibrationCompatible/Installer Ready	–

GUI Menu Support	–

10-Channel Equal Power
10-Channel Equal Power is a feature in some of Denon’s high-end receivers and power amplifiers. These fully configurable amplifiers provide many combinations. Some examples are:
o Dual 5.1 Discrete Zones with DVD-A/SACD
o 5.1 Main Zone all channels Bi-Amplified
o 5.1 Main Zone, Z2 & Z3 Stereo, Z4 Mono
o 6.1 Main Zone, Zones 2 and 3 Stereo
o 7.1 Main Zone, Zone 2 Stereo, Z3 Mono
o 7.1 Main Zone, Front L/C/R Bi-Amplified
o 9.1 Main Zone, Zone 2 Mono

2 way RC
2-Way Remote capability allows the status information and current mode of a receiver or pre-amp to be shown directly on the display of the remote for ease of control without looking on the front panel of the receiver or pre-amp, or on the display. This allows multi zone operation and control without being in direct line of sight with the receiver, pre-amp or display which is perfect for RF control. (RC-7000CI & RC-7001RCI required and is also dependent on the Denon receiver or pre-amp used.)

24-bit/192-kHz D/A (digital-to-analog) Converters
These high speed, high accuracy digital-to-analog converters extract all the information contained in today’s high density digital sources. They convert 192,000 24-bit digital words per second into analog signals to extract the highest definition audio sound. They are fully capable of converting any signal from a DVD-Audio disc as well as providing superior reproduction from conventional CD, CD-R/CD-RW discs. Today’s converters also provide exceptional dynamic range and are largely free of “clock jitter,” a time-based inaccuracy that plagued earlier D/A converters.

5.1-, 6.1-, 7.1-Channels
A surround processor, or receiver, may produce 6, 7, or 8 channels of output, depending on the source and type of surround processing. The basic surround format (“5.1” surround) includes three full-range front channels (left, right and center), two full-range surround channels (left surround and right surround), and a low-frequency, or subwoofer channel. Because the subwoofer channel carries only the lowest octaves compared to the five full-range speakers, it is called the “.1” channel. A “6.1-channel setup” adds a separate full-range “center back” speaker to the 5.1 array. A “7.1”-channel system includes two “back” channels in addition to the surround channels.

6-Channel Equal Power
6-Channel Equal Power connects 6 speakers independently without requiring separate power amps for the pre-outs. It complements Dolby Digital EX and dts ES sound modes, allowing you to connect the 'surround back' speaker straight off the main amplifier without adding a power amplifier to support 6.1 surround formats. With built-in separate internal amplifiers to power each channel independently, this feature allows you to enjoy the same high power output capability per channel, giving a balanced and truly high-impact surround-sound environment.

6-Channel Inputs for DVD-Audio or SACD
These input jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals in high definition MUSE 3-1 format, multi-channel audio signals from an MPEG multi-channel decoder, SACD and DVD-Audio. The 6 channels are the Front left, Front right, Center, Surround left, Surround right and the Subwoofer. These connections are made by using 6 standard phono (RCA's) cables. The inputs are on the amplifier and by selecting 'Ext in' you can receive analog audio signals via a source such as a DVD player. Denon DVD players can be connected via the 6 phono cables to a Denon amplifier's 6-CH EXT inputs to allow for SACD or DVD-Audio transfer. This can also be used as an alternative to IEEE1394-output (Digital Audio) FireWire connection or the DENON LINK connection.

7-Channel Equal Power
7-Channel Equal Power is a feature used in various Denon amplifiers to connect 7 speakers independently so that separate power amps connected via pre-outs are not required. It allows you to connect the second 'surround back' speaker to complement the surround back speaker for 6.1, straight off the main amplifier without adding a power amplifier to support 7.1 surround formats. Amplifiers with 7-Channel Equal Power have built-in separate internal amplifiers to power each channel independently, thus allowing you to enjoy the same high power output capability per channel, giving a balanced and truly high-impact surround-sound environment.

7-Channel Stereo
Denon's 7-Channel Stereo mode enables top quality normal two channel stereo output from the surround speakers to provide a unique 7 channel stereo option. This mode can be fully utilized from any high quality stereo source via CD, tape, FM-radio or video recorder for dynamic 7-channel output. The 7-channel stereo is available if you have a surround back right speaker connected as well as the surround back left speaker used in 6.1, otherwise you can still experience multi-channel stereo output using a 5-channel-stereo or 6-channel-stereo configuration.

8-Channel Input
These input jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals in high definition MUSE 3-1 format, multi-channel audio signals from an MPEG multi-channel decoder, SACD and DVD-Audio. The 8 channels are the Front left, Front right, Center, Surround left, Surround right, Surround Back Left, Surround Back Right and the Subwoofer. These connections are made by using 8 standard phono (RCA's) cables. The inputs are on the amplifier and by selecting 'Ext in' you can receive analog audio signals via a source such as a DVD player. Denon DVD players can be connected via the 6 phono cables to a Denon amplifier's 6-CH or 8-CH EXT inputs to allow for SACD or DVD-Audio transfer. This can also be used as an alternative to IEEE1394-output (Digital Audio) FireWire connection or the DENON LINK connection.

Advanced AL24 Multi
In addition to the existing “AL24 Processing Plus” bit expansion technology, DENON has also developed “Advanced AL24 Processing” that dramatically improves information volume in the time axis region using high-speed signal detection and processing technology. In addition to expanding original 16-bit digital data to 24 bits, “Advanced AL24 Processing” uses data interpolation along the time axis or up-converted sampling to achieve natural interpolation without losing the original data. Advanced AL24 Processing Multi Channel is conducted for all channels and modes other than DSD DIRECT.

Advanced AL24 Processing
The acclaimed Advanced AL24 DSP processing improves the fidelity of high resolution stereo PCM sources such as CD and DVD (up to 192kHz sampling frequencies). Through sophisticated DSP processing algorithms, it improves low level detail and enhances fidelity by up-sampling and adaptive filtering techniques. Advanced AL24 also provides increased dynamic range and spatial information, bringing out all the nuances with optimum clarity and natural fidelity. For additional information, visit the Denon Tech Showcase.

AL24 Processing
AL24 Processing is a newly developed technology that reduces quantization distortion and represents the ultimate analog waveform reproduction that is designed to support the higher numbers of bits and higher sampling rate of next-generation media. It senses the nature of the digital data being input and interpolates the data so that it faithfully replicates the original analog waveform.

AL24 Processing Plus
Denon has further developed its proprietary AL24 Processing, an analog waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192-kHz sampling frequency of DVD-Audio. This new technology thoroughly suppresses quantization noise with D/A conversion of LPCM signals to reproduce the low-level signals with optimum clarity that brings out all the delicate nuances of the music. For additional information, visit the Denon Tech Showcase.

ALPHA Processing
ALPHA processing is the world's first technical formula for reproducing an analog waveform from the reproduction of 16-bit data in 20-bit quality. The ALPHA processor interpolates the digital data recorded on a CD and reproduces it in a waveform that is very close to the way these musical signals would look in a natural analog waveform.

ASD-1R
The Denon ASD-1R is a convenient iPod docking station compatible with this Denon component. Charging, iPod control, and playback of audio and video content is possible and is dependent each device's capabilities.

Audyssey Equalized
Audyssey is the first technology to properly measure sound information throughout a listening area and then combine this information to accurately represent the acoustical problems in the room. Based on these measurements, Audyssey calculates an equalization solution that corrects for both time and frequency response problems.

Audyssey MultEQ XT
The Audyssey MultEQ XT provides advanced room correction and calibration technology. During the Auto Set-Up mode, MultEQ XT automatically determines how many loudspeakers are connected, whether they are connected in phase and whether they are satellites or subwoofers. After processing, it then analyzes and calibrates speaker level, size, and distance. MultEQ XT detects the proper crossover point and determines correct frequency response for up to eight listener positions simultaneously. Denon's implementation of MultEQ XT uses multiple DSP processors with high-end digital-to-analog converters. Both the Room EQ and Auto Set-Up features can be disabled if required. For additional information, you can download an Audyssey MultEQ XT tech note in the download section for the products having the feature.

Auto Setup
The Auto Set-Up feature eases setup hassles by confirming speaker phase, assessing the sizes of all of your speakers, measuring speaker-to-listener distances, and balancing speaker levels. With the Denon DM-A405 or DM-S205 placed in your favorite listening seat, this feature uses a test tone generator and proprietary programming to precisely balance speaker levels and fine-tune the delay settings for each speaker. The result is optimized system performance for your specific home theater room.