Arcam AV Preamplifier or Processor With 7 HDMI Inputs - AV40

SKU : AV40


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Stunning Realism, Immersive Sound

The AV40 is a high-performance audio/visual processor that delivers stunning realism for the ultimate home cinema experience. With an impressive 16-channels of surround sound processing and featuring all the latest CODECs from Dolby, DTS, Auro-3D and IMAX Enhanced, the AV40 exemplifies sound quality and engineering excellence.

The AV40 boasts XLR balanced outputs for every channel to deliver the highest quality analogue connection to power amplifiers.

Audiophile listening experiences are optimised with full 16-channel Dirac calibration on board as well as simple streaming with a mobile device using the native app of choice via Apple AirPlay2 or Google Chromecast.

Dirac Live® Bass Control aggregates measurement and location data from each subwoofer as well as the main speakers to determine how a system’s bass is distributed throughout the room.

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D & DTS:X 9.1.6 decoding
  • 4K (UHD) HDMI2.0b with HDCP2.2
  • 7 HDMI inputs, 3 HDMI outputs, eARC compatible
  • Dirac Live® for Arcam room correction
  • ESS 9026PRO audiophile DAC
  • 16 channel pro-grade XLR outputs
  • 16 channel single-ended RCA outputs
  • Pairs with PA240, PA720, and PA410 power amplifiers
  • Wifi / Ethernet, RS232 and IR control
  • Google Cast/UPnP capability for streaming audio
  • Bluetooth
  • Free MusicLife iOS UPnP and control app
Stereo Line Inputs
Maximum input4.5V rms
Nominal sensitivity1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)
Input impedance47kΩ
Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd ref 100W) normal/stereo direct100dB/110dB
Frequency response20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB
Preamplifier Outputs
Nominal output level1V RMS (max. 5V RMS)
Output impedance560Ω
THD+N (20Hz—20kHz)–100dB
Headphone Output
Maximum output level into 32Ω5Vrms
Output impedance<100Ω
General
Mains voltage110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
Power consumption (maximum)50W (Thermal dissipation approx. 170 BTU/hour)
Power consumption (idle, typical)40W (Thermal dissipation approx. 170 BTU/hour)
Power consumption (standby)<0.5W
Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet)433 x 425 x 171mm
Weight (net)10.6kg
Weight (packed)13.9kg
Supplied accessoriesMains lead, Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries, Manual, DAB/FM aerial, 3 x WiFi/Bluetooth antennas, Calibration microphone, USB cable

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