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Sony STR-DH500 5.1-Channel Home Theater A/V Receiver

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Sony STR-DH500 5.1-Channel Home Theater A/V Receiver
Key Features
  • (3) HDMI 1080p (pass-through) HD Inputs
  • 24p True Cinema Processing
  • Blu-ray Compatibility
  • (2) HD Component Inputs
Designed and built with both HD pundits and home theater enthusiasts in mind, the Sony introduces the STR-DH500 5.1-Channel Home Theater A/V Receiver. Its HDMI (1080/24p) Active Intelligence technology offers the ability to match the exquisite quality produced by Blu-ray disc players, Playstation 3 gaming, and other HD components. It will take your home theater experience to new heights with (3) HDMI inputs, (2) HD component video inputs, and 500W of power. It features connectivity to your iPod and Bluetooth audio devices with the DMP port. Sony uses advanced Digital Cinema Sound technology with 96KHz/24-bit DAC processing to create independent sound fields that fill the room with a surreal surround sound experience.

In addition, it offers built-in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic, Dolby Pro-Logic IIx, and DTS audio decoders. With an AM/FM tuner, optical/coaxial audio inputs, bass/treble control, multiple sound fields, low-frequency crossover, and connectivity to virtually any A/V source you can imagine, your entertainment choices are endless with the Sony STR-DH500.

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Sony STRDH500 Overview

Designed and built with both HD pundits and home theater enthusiasts in mind, the Sony introduces the STR-DH500 5.1-Channel Home Theater A/V Receiver. Its HDMI (1080/24p) Active Intelligence technology offers the ability to match the exquisite quality produced by Blu-ray disc players, Playstation 3 gaming, and other HD components. It will take your home theater experience to new heights with (3) HDMI inputs, (2) HD component video inputs, and 500W of power. It features connectivity to your iPod and Bluetooth audio devices with the DMP port. Sony uses advanced Digital Cinema Sound technology with 96KHz/24-bit DAC processing to create independent sound fields that fill the room with a surreal surround sound experience.

In addition, it offers built-in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic, Dolby Pro-Logic IIx, and DTS audio decoders. With an AM/FM tuner, optical/coaxial audio inputs, bass/treble control, multiple sound fields, low-frequency crossover, and connectivity to virtually any A/V source you can imagine, your entertainment choices are endless with the Sony STR-DH500.

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) x3 Inputs with Switching
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 1080p HD video signals through the HDMI output. With its HDMI switching capability, the STR-DH500 acts as an HD video HUB or distribution unit; it enables you to switch between (5) HD video components with ease (3x HDMI, 2x HD component video).
Blu-ray 24p True Cinema Processing
Since most Hollywood Blockbuster movies are acquisitioned at 24fps, and Blu-ray disc movies are mastered at the same rate, this receiver offers a 1080/24p True Cinema video output that offers a true film-like experience in the privacy of your own home.
HD Component and Digital Audio
With playback specifications that meet the standards of professionals, it features (2) HD component video inputs for high-resolution low-distortion video playback, and optical/coaxial digital audio inputs for high quality audio reproduction.
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.
5.1-Channel Digital Audio Decoding
It's capable of decoding Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS audio at a 24-Bit rate. The dynamic range of the STR-DH500 is so well balanced and matched that the center, front and rear channels blend seamlessly.
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.
Digital Cinema Sound
Digital Cinema Sound uses exclusive DSP technology to recreate the precise environment of three Hollywood Dubbing Stages where movies are created. True theater sound in your home from the original source.
Built-In AM/FM Tuner
Enjoy your favorite radio broadcasts with surround-sound processing, with the built-in AM/FM wide-band tuner.
Full-Feature Remote Control
Included is a full-feature remote control, capable of executing every command on the receiver.

Sony STRDH500 Specs

Amplifier
Stereo RMS Power
100W per channel x 2
Surround RMS Power
100W per channel x 5, into 8 ohms
No. of Channels
5.1
Audio Processing
Dolby Digital
Yes
Dolby Digital EX
No
Dolby TrueHD
No
Dolby Pro Logic II
Yes
DTS
Yes
DTS ES
No
DTS Neo:6
No
DTS-HD
No
THX Surround EX
No
THX Certified
No
Convenience
Speaker Selector
No
Multi Room/Source
No
Crossover
13-Point (40-160Hz) Subwoofer
EQ Section
Bass/Treble Control
Sound Fields
Cinema StudioEX A/B/C, 3 Movie, 4 Music, 5 A.F.D., 2-Channel, 2-Headphone, Portable Audio Enhancer
AM/FM Tuner
Yes, 60 Presets
Remote Control
Yes
Connectors
Inputs
Analog Audio: - RCA x2 (Sets)
Optical Digital Audio: - x2
Coaxial Digital Audio: - RCA x1
Composite A/V: - RCA x2 (Sets)
Component Video: - RCA x3 (Sets)
HDMI: - x3
FM Antenna: - Coaxial x1
AM Loop Antenna: - x1
Outputs
Composite A/V: - RCA x1 (Set)
Composite Video: - RCA x1
Component: - RCA x1 (Set)
HDMI: - x1
Speaker: - Binding Post x2 (Sets), Spring Clip x3 (Sets)
Subwoofer (requires amplification): - RCA x1
Headphone: - 1/4" Phone Plug
Other Ports
DMP Port: - x1
Video Input Conversion
No
HDMI Pass-Through
Yes, 1080/24p
General
Power Requirements
120VAC, 60Hz
Dimensions
17 x 6.1 x 12.7" (430 x 157.5 x 322mm)
Weight
16.4 lbs (7.4kg)
Color
Black

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