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Sony STR-DH550 5.2-Channel AV Receiver

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Sony STR-DH550 5.2-Channel AV Receiver
Key Features
  • Up to 145W Per Channel at 6 Ohms
  • 4K Video Pass-Through
  • 4 x HDMI-In / 1 x HDMI-Out
  • Digital Cinema Auto Calibration
The Sony STR-DH550 5.2-Channel AV Receiver is designed to deliver powerful multi-channel sound. This receiver features 5.2-channel speaker output and delivers up to 145W per channel for robust audio playback. The receiver's front-panel USB allows you to connect additional audio sources like iPhones and iPods, and can also charge compatible devices. There are also two digital optical and a digital coaxial connection available for connecting digital audio sources. A calibration microphone is included for simplified speaker setup.
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Sony STRDH550 Overview

The Sony STR-DH550 5.2-Channel AV Receiver is designed to deliver powerful multi-channel sound. This receiver features 5.2-channel speaker output and delivers up to 145W per channel for robust audio playback. The receiver's front-panel USB allows you to connect additional audio sources like iPhones and iPods, and can also charge compatible devices. There are also two digital optical and a digital coaxial connection available for connecting digital audio sources. A calibration microphone is included for simplified speaker setup.

The Sony STR-DH550 is well-equipped for video connections with four HDMI inputs. This model also supports pass-through of 3D and 4K video signals. MHL connectivity allows you interface compatible portable devices like smartphones and tablets for content sharing. Built-in high-resolution audio support allows you to take advantage of dynamic surround sound formats like DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD.

Well Connected
Enjoy versatile HD connectivity with four HDMI inputs (up to 4K capable). Via MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link), easily connect a smartphone and enjoy video clips, music, and more on your connected TV. A front-mounted USB input even allows for easy connectivity and charging of compatible devices.
HDMI Pass-Through
HDMI pass-through functionality allows all connected HDMI devices, including native 4K video content, Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D movies, video games and other content to conveniently pass-through to your compatible television or projector.
HD Digital Cinema Sound
Enjoy enhanced home cinema sound via proprietary High-Definition measurement and DSP sound technology. Front Height mode enables vocal height and 3D effects for improved effects positioning and added depth.
HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
With ARC, the TV's audio signal can be sent back to your receiver through the same HDMI cable already being used to send audio and video to your TV.
Advanced Digital Cinema Auto Calibration - Quick Speaker Set Up
Maximize your in-home theater experience with Advanced Digital Cinema Auto Calibration feature. During setup, place the included microphone where you will be seated and wait as the settings are automatically optimized based on the distance and placement of your speakers.
BRAVIA Sync Capable (HDMI CEC)
Conveniently operate and control select Sony BRAVIA Sync and other HDMI CEC-enabled devices with one remote.
Additional Features
  • High Resolution USB File Support
  • A/V Sync
  • Digital Input Assign
  • Advanced Auto Volume
  • OP processing
  • Night Mode
  • 10-Digit Dot Matrix Display
  • AM & FM Direct Tuning, Auto Tuning, Station Naming
  • 6-Band D.C.A.C with Mono Microphone

Sony STRDH550 Specs

Audio
Channels
5.2
Maximum Power Output
Total: 145 W x 5 at (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9% THD)
Amplifier Power
6 ohms, 20 - 20 kHz, 2-ch driven: 90 W + 90 W (0.09%)
6 ohms, 1 kHz, 2-ch driven: 105 W + 105 W
6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1-ch driven: 145 W
Total Harmonic Distortion
THD: 1 % at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 2-ch driven
THD: 0.9 % at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1-ch driven
Audio Decoding
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital
Dolby ProLogic, ProLogic II
Dolby Dual Mono
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital+
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High-Resolution
DTS 96/24
DTS Neo 6
DTS-ES (Matrix 6.1 / Discrete 6.1)
DTS
LPCM (2-ch / 5.1-ch / 7.1-ch) via HDMI
Sound Fields
PLII Movie
PLIIx Movie
PLII Music
Portable Audio Enhancer
PLIIx Music
Stadium
Sports
Sound Field Link
Live Concert
Multi Stereo
Neo:6 Music
Neo:6 Cinema
A.F.D. Auto
Pure Direct
HD-D.C.S.
Analog Direct
Hall (large hall)
Headphone 2-channel
Headphone Direct
Jazz Club
2-channel Stereo
Impedance Matching Capability
6 - 16 ohms
Crossover Frequency
Subwoofer: 40 - 200 Hz (17 points)
AM/FM Tuner
Yes (30 FM and 30 AM presets)
Supported File Formats
USB
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32 kbps - 320 kbps
WMA: 48 kbps - 192 kbps
AAC: 48 kbps - 320 kbps
WAV: 8 kHz - 48 kHz
16-bit PCM
Video
HDMI Pass-Through
4K, 1080p, 3D, 1080/24p
Upscaling
None
HDMI CEC
Yes (BRAVIA Sync)
Deep Color / xvYCC Support
Yes
Connectivity
Audio Return Channel (ARC)
Yes
MHL
Input: 1 x Rear
Maximum Current: 900 mA
iPod Compatibility
USB: iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPod touch (2nd through 5th generation), iPod classic, and iPod nano (3rd through 7th generation).
Inputs
4 x HDMI
1 x USB
1 x Digital Coaxial
2 x Digital Optical
2 x Composite Video
4 x Stereo RCA
Outputs
1 x HDMI
1 x Composite Video
1 x Headphone
2 x Subwoofer
Other Interfaces
1 x Calibration Microphone
1 x AM Antenna
1 x FM Antenna
Speaker Connectors
Center
Front (L + R)
Surround (L + R)
General
Power Consumption
Standby: 0.3 W
Active: 200 W
Power Requirements
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD)
17 x 6.3 x 13" (432 x 160 x 330 mm)
Weight
16.8 lb (7.6 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
19 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.5 x 15.7 x 9"

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