If you're looking to pump high-definition DVD playback into your home theater, this unit will do the job. It has an integrated digital processor capable of transferring 1080/24p HD video signals through the HDMI output.
7.1-Channel and Digital Audio Decoding
It uses specific Dolby Digital and DTS codecs to reproduce an enveloping 7.1-channel surround sound experience. The unit decodes Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, and Digital Cinema Sound Technology.
BRAVIA Theater Sync
Go beyond simple audio and video transmission with the "one-touch play" remote control feature that allows you to easily manage select BRAVIA televisions and Sony HDMI audio and video components with the included remote control.
Advanced A/V Sync
With A/V Sync, Digital Signal Processing adjusts lip sync delay to match the refresh rates of today's advanced flat panel televisions and micro-displays.
Digital Media Port (DMP)
Integrate a wide variety of music with your home theater system. Add a DMP accessory (sold separately) to play music from a PC client device, Bluetooth receiver, or from a select Network Walkman or your iPod.
XM Satellite Radio Ready
A world of digital radio is at your fingertips. This receiver offers the ability to connect the optional Connect-and-Play antenna to enjoy the variety of (optional XM service) digital radio with the superior quality of surround sound.
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration
Enjoy better sound as the automatic calibration system adjusts for speaker placement, distance and delay. Just hold the included microphone at your listening position and Digital Signal Processing does the rest.
Built-In AM/FM Tuner
Enjoy your favorite radio broadcasts with surround-sound processing, with the built-in AM/FM wide-band tuner.