Description
The Parasound C2 is a 7.1 channel home theater processor and preamplifier that supports multiple surround sound formats like Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, and THX Ultra2. Its audio specifications include a frequency response of \(20Hz-42kHz\) for digital inputs and \(5Hz-200kHz\) for the 7.1 analog inputs, a harmonic distortion of \(0.002\%\) and a signal-to-noise ratio of \(102dB\). Key features include a component video bandwidth of \(300MHz\), automatic calibration, and a front-panel display.
The Parasound C2 is a 7.1 channel home theater processor and preamplifier that supports multiple surround sound formats like Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, and THX Ultra2. Its audio specifications include a frequency response of for digital inputs and for the 7.1 analog inputs, a harmonic distortion of and a signal-to-noise ratio of . Key features include a component video bandwidth of , automatic calibration, and a front-panel display.
Audio and processing
- Supported formats: Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, Pro Logic II, and THX Ultra2
- Frequency Response:
- Digital:
- Analog:
- 7.1 Analog In:
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N):
- Processing: Utilizes three Motorola 56009 processors for full 24-bit processing
- Bass Management: Proprietary bass management system
Video
- Video Bandwidth: for component video
- Video Switching: Composite, S-video, and component video
- Display: 5-inch front panel TFT display and on-screen display (OSD)
Connectivity and features
- Digital Inputs: Includes multiple digital inputs
- Analog Inputs: Features a 7.1 channel analog input for backward compatibility
- Outputs: 7.1 channel analog outputs and programmable outputs
- Calibration: Fully automatic calibration of channel levels and delay times
- Zone Control: Independent control of audio and video for two zones
- Tuner: Reference quality FM/AM stereo tuner with 20 presets
