ARCAM AV 40
Key Features
- 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
- Roon Ready certified
- MQA supported
- Bluetooth
- Free MusicLife iOS UPnP and control app
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 is available at an additional cost.
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.
Specifications
| Stereo Line Inputs | |
| Maximum input | 4.5V rms |
| Nominal sensitivity | 1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable) |
| Input impedance | 47kΩ |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd ref 100W) normal/stereo direct | 100dB/110dB |
| Frequency response | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Preamplifier Outputs | |
| Nominal output level | 1V RMS (max. 5V RMS) |
| Output impedance | 560Ω |
| THD+N (20Hz—20kHz) | –100dB |
| Headphone Output | |
| Maximum output level into 32Ω | 5Vrms |
| Output impedance | <100Ω |
| General | |
| Mains voltage | 110–120V 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 accessories | Mains lead |
| Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries | |
| Manual | |
| DAB/FM aerial | |
| 3 x WiFi/Bluetooth antennas | |
| Calibration microphone | |
| USB cable | |