The perfect combination of high performance and high value, the Denon AVR-X520BT delivers superb sonic fidelity along with a host of advanced features that includes compatibility with the latest HDMI specification, along with the latest HDCP 2.2 specification that’s required for 4K Ultra HD copy-protected content. The video section features 5 HDMI inputs, 3 of which feature 4K Ultra HD/60 Hz full frame rate and 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling pass-through for the ultimate home theater experience. Our exclusive Denon Setup Assistant quickly and easily guides you through the setup process, which includes automated speaker configuration and optimization using the supplied measuring microphone. Featuring Bluetooth wireless audio streaming, the AVR-X520BT is also equipped with a convenient USB port on the front panel for streaming your favourite tracks and charging your portable device, and the Denon 500 Series Remote App lets you control the unit via your Bluetooth device.
The AVR-X520BT features Bluetooth streaming, supporting Bluetooth-equipped devices that support the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). Simply select the AVR-X520BT from your device’s Bluetooth menu to turn on the receiver and start playing your music. The AVR-X520BT can remember up to 8 paired Bluetooth devices, so family and friends can listen to their favourite tracks.
Equipped with 5 HDMI inputs, the AVR-X520BT features support for 4K Ultra HD full frame rate 60 Hz pass-through on 3 inputs along with 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling pass-through, along with 3D compatibility on all HDMI inputs. It’s also equipped with HDCP 2.2 signal handling, a requirement for 4K Ultra HD copy-protected content.
With our exclusive Setup Assistant along with the Quick Start Guide, you can connect and configure your home theater system quickly and easily. The AVR-X520BT comes with a setup measuring microphone that adjusts critical system parameters for your speaker system and listening space.
Download the 500 Series Denon Remote app and control your AVR-X520BT from your Bluetooth device. Functions include On/Off, Volume Up/Down, Mute and Source Selection. The app is available now in an Android version, and will soon be offered in an iOS version.
Featuring a clean front panel design, the AVR-X520BT comes equipped with 4 Quick Select function buttons that let you choose from your most popular input sources, and the ergonomically designed remote also includes Quick Select buttons. With Quick Select, the AVR-X520BT remembers your preferred sources as well as your preferred audio settings for each source so you can enjoy precisely tailored sound with each one. The buttons can also be selected through the Bluetooth App.
All 5 power amplifier stages feature true Class AB amplification, and are configured with discrete high current power transistors that can easily drive lower impedance 6 ohm speakers, and each channel is rated at a maximum of 130 watts of power.
In addition to numerous analogue and digital A/V connectors, the AVR-X520BT features a convenient USB port on the front panel that’s compatible with portable USB devices, and can play back a wide range of audio file types including MP3, WMA, FLAC and MPEG-4/AAC tracks.
DTS HD Master / DTS:X /
DTS Neo:X / DTS Neural:X /
Dolby TrueHD / Dolby Atmos /
Dolby ProLogic Ilz / Dolby Surround /
Auro 3D
Audyssey DSX
Multichannel Stereo
Max Number of Processing (Preamp) Channels5.1
Mono Block Power Amp Construction
Discrete Power Amplifier
D.D.S.C. HD Digital
Pure Direct
High Grade Audio Components
Gold Plated RCA Terminals
Clock Jitter Reducer
Alpha Processing
Denon Link HD
Audyssey
Audyssey Dynamic EQ / Dynamic Volume /
Audyssey LFC
Compressed Audio Restorer
DLNA Certified
Lossy Formats: MP3 / WMA / AAC / /
Lossless Formats: FLAC / ALAC / WAV / /
Lossless Formats: FLAC HD 192/24 / WAV 192/24 / ALAC 96/24 / /
DSD Audio Streaming
FLAC HD 192/24
WAV 192/24
ALAC 96/24
Gapless Playback
Photo Streaming (JPEG)
AirPlay Audio Streaming
Windows PlayTo / Windows8 Certified
Internet Radio (vTuner)
Spotify*
Compatible with Remote APP for Smart PhonesAndroid / iOS
Compatible with Remote APP for TabletsAndroid / iOS
Ethernet Ports
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
HDMI Inputs: Back / Front5 /
HDCP 2.2 support
HDMI Outputs: Main / Zone1 /
Video Conversion Analog -> HDMI
Analog to HDMI Scaling
HDMI to HDMI Scaling
GUI Overlay on HDMI
HDMI: 3D / 4K / CEC / ARC / InstaPrevue / / / /
3D Signal Pass-through
4K Signal Pass-through / Scaling / GUI Overlay / /
HDMI pass-though in standby mode
Picture Adjust / Noise Reduction /
CEC
DSD Audio Capability
Audio Return Channel
Auto LipSync
Multi-Room Zones
Zone Audio Source: HDMI / Opt, Coax / Network, USB / Analog / / /
Zone Audio Output: Speaker / Preout /
Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source
IP Control / RS232 Control / Web Control / App Control / / /
Remote In / Out /
DC Trigger Output
Auto Speaker Setup by Microphoneyes
FL Display1 line
Graphic User Interface - GUIGUI
ISF Certification
GUI Languages3
Setup Assistant
Quick Select Plus / Quick Select /
Firmware Update by Network / USB /
Variable Cross Over
Optimized Bass Redirection
Bass Sync
ECO Mode
Auto Power Off
Sleep Timer
Composite In / Out2 / 1
Component In / Out /
HDMI In / Out5+0 / 1
Multi-room Video Out: Video / HDMI /
Analogue In / Out2 /
Phono (MM) In
Digital In: Optical / Coaxial2 / 0
Multi-room Out: Analog / Digital /
Multichannel Preout (0.2) /
Subwoofer Out2
7.1 Multichannel Input
Speaker Terminal: Gold Plated Screw / Regular Screw /
Number of Speaker Terminals5
Speaker A/B / Bi-amp Drive / Multi-Room Speaker
Speaker A / B
Bi-amp Drive
Multi-Room Speaker Terminal
Front Inputs: Audio / Composite / Digital (Opt) / HDMI / USB / / / /
USB Audio / Made for iPod / Made for iPhone / o(for Bluetooth) / o(for Bluetooth)
FM Tuner with RDS
Number of Poweramps5
Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05% 2ch Drive)
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive)90 W
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 1% 1ch Drive)130 W
Available Colours: Black / Premium Silver /
Metal Front Panel
System Remote ControlRC-1196
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
Power Consumption in W330
Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off) in W
Standby Consumption in W0.3
CEC Standby Consumption in W
Network Standby Consumption in W
Maximum Dimensions
Antenna:Horizontal: (W x D x H) in mm
Antenna:Vertical: (W x D x H) in mm
W/O Antenna: (W x D x H) in mm434 × 319 × 151
Weight in kg7.5