Parasound A23 Amplifier:
160 watts x 2 @ 8 Ω RMS, both channels driven
240 watts x 2 @ 4 Ω RMS, both channels driven
500 watts x 1 @ 8 Ω, in bridged mode
Circuitry designed by legendary John Curl
High bias Class A/AB operation
Parasound C2 Preamplifier:
Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES, and Dolby Pro Logic II surround
THX Ultra2 Certified with THX Surround EX
7.
5 Channel Enhanced Surround; 7.
1 with 4 programmable outputs
Additional DSP modes include Surround Music and Party
Patented hybrid bass management prevents time smearing
Automatic digital audio and video input selection
Nine balanced outputs, two balanced inputs with XLR connectors
Four audio only inputs plus a tape monitor/external processor loop
Eight digital inputs; two digital outputs
7.
1 analog input with pure analog path, bypasses DSP
Six audio/video inputs with composite and S-Video connectors
3 composite video and 3 S-Video outputs: OSD, no OSD, record
2 assignable component/RGB video inputs with separate H and V Sync
1 component/RGB video output with separate H and V Sync
BNC to RCA adapters are included for component video jacks
Component inputs/output pass 1080i and 720p signals flawlessly
Digital inputs and surround modes are assignable to sources
Presets for optimum analog input levels for various sources
100% automatic calibration of channel levels and delay times
Calibration microphone with 25' cable included
Dual zone control with analog audio and composite video outputs
External IR input jacks for main and second zone
Three 12v triggers, two programmable for events; wires included
Fully upgradeable and controllable via two-way RS-232 port