A-5VL
Integrated Stereo Amplifier
Sophisticated Audio Processing in a Space-Saving Design
Beneath the A-5VL’s slim and elegant exterior lies a surprising amount of amplification muscle. You might wonder how Onkyo managed to incorporate the functionality of a pre- and power amp into such a slender integrated package. The key is the A-5VL’s extremely energy-efficient design. Because it produces much less heat than a typical amplifier, the A-5VL requires only a small heat sink. This leaves ample space for a range of precision-crafted audiophile-grade parts, such as specially audio-tuned capacitors and thick, low-impedance copper bus plates. The A-5VL employs Onkyo’s exclusive Vector Linear (VL) Digital technology to ensure a smooth, pulse noise-free signal during conversion from digital to analog. You’ll enjoy precise and faithful reproduction of any audio source, whether it’s a CD, a tuner, or a turntable. As the A-5VL is also compatible with Onkyo’s optional RI (remote interactive) Docks for the iPod, you also have the convenience of controlling playback of your iPod via the amplifier’s remote controller.
High-Grade Build Quality
The A-5VL is designed from the bottom up to prevent unwanted noise and vibrations from tainting your precious audio signals. For a start, the highly rigid chassis and aluminum front panel create a sturdy exterior that can withstand shelf-borne vibrations. Inside the A-5VL, custom-designed, audio tuned capacitors help regulate the power supply driving your audio signals. What’s more, the A-5VL employs separate transformers for the left and right audio channels. Finally, gold-plated, banana plug-compatible terminals ensure a clean signal transfer to your speakers.
Vector Linear (VL) Digital Technology
Up to now, pulse width modulation (PWM) has been used as an efficient method of amplifying audio signals. Theoretically, this method should result in accurate analog-to-digital conversion. In reality, “noise spikes” introduce errors into the inversion timing, making accurate conversion into pulse widths impossible. VL Digital works by charging and inverting analog input signals, and performing PWM proportional to the analog signal. The spike noise waveform is symmetrical, so the upper and lower portions of the waveform (their charge quantities) cancel each other out. This ensures accurate PWM at all times.
Burr-Brown 192 kHz/24-Bit DACs
The A-5VL incorporates high-quality 192 kHz/24-bit Burr-Brown digital-to-analog converters. These industry-benchmark DACs employ an advanced Texas Instruments architecture (PCM1796) to achieve excellent dynamic performance and improved tolerance to clock jitter.
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FEATURES
Vector Linear (VL) Digital Technology
Separate Transformers for L/R Channels
New Custom-Designed, Audio-Tuned Reference Capacitors
Burr-Brown (PCM1796 x 2) 192 kHz/24-Bit D/A Converters for L/R Channels
Low-Impedance Copper Bus Plates for Perfect Ground Potential
Optimum Gain Volume Control Circuitry
Precision Motor-Driven Volume Control
Tone Control (Bass/Treble On/Off)
Balance Control (L/R)
Discrete Phono Equalizer Circuitry
Direct Mode
4 Audio Inputs and 1 Output
2 Digital Inputs (Optical and Coaxial)
Compatible with ND-S1 Digital Media Transport for PC/iPod Audio Playback and Control
Wide-Spaced, Machined Solid Brass Audio Terminals for High-Grade RCA Audio Cable
Phono Input (MM/MC)
Gold-Plated, Banana Plug-Compatible Transparent Speaker Posts
Speaker A/B Drive
Bi-Wiring Capability
High-Rigidity, Anti-Resonant Flat Chassis (1.6 mm Thick)
Heavy-Duty Inlet Power Cord
Aluminum Front Panel and Volume Knob
Headphone Jack
Compatible with RI (Remote Interactive) Dock for the iPod*
RI-Compatible Remote Control
*Depending on the model
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
90 W/Ch at 4 Ohms, 1 kHz, 1 Channel Driven, JEITA
Frequency Response: 5 Hz–60 kHz (+1 dB, -3 dB, CD)
S/N Ratio (IHF-A): 100 dB (Line), 70 dB (Phono)
WHD: 435 x 80 x 340 mm
Weight: 10.2 kg
Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice.