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Sony STR DA5300ES

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CNET editors' rating: 4.0 stars Excellent
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Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 24 reviews all user reviews

Manufacturer: Sony

Part number: STR-DA5300ES

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Sony STR DA5300ES

price range: $1,199.95 - $1,329.00

With six HDMI inputs, an intuitive graphical user interface, and excellent audio and video quality, the Sony STR-DA5300ES raises the bar on what to expect from a high-end AV receiver.

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Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 24 reviews
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3.0 stars

21 out of 26 people found this review helpful

"Fantastic Reciever with some major HDMI Audio issues"

by wleewillard on September 6, 2007

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3.0 stars

15 out of 18 people found this review helpful

"Great except if using with DirecTv HD DVR"

by Hawkfan2 on November 16, 2007

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4.5 stars

10 out of 10 people found this review helpful

"They hit the nail on the head with this one."

by fastfalling on December 23, 2007

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4.0 stars

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful

"DirecTv Issue Fixed"

by SeattleTony on December 11, 2007

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4.5 stars

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

"This receiver will by far keep up with todays demand of audio and video inputs for yrs to come."

by jphillips63 on April 17, 2008

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Specifications

Manufacturer: Sony
Part Number: STR-DA5300ES

General
Product Type AV receiver
Audio System
Sound Output Mode Surround Sound
Built-in Decoders Dolby Pro Logic, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES decoder, DTS 96/24, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Yes
Surround System Class 7.1 channel
Amplifier Output Details 120 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD 0.09 % - 2 channel(s) ( Front ), 120 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD 0.09 % - 2 channel(s) ( Surround ), 120 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD 0.09 % - 1 channel(s) ( Center ), 120 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD 0.09 % - 2 channel(s) ( Surround back )
Built-in Clock Timer
Timer Sleep
Bass Control Yes
Treble Control Yes
Built-in Display Fluorescent
Additional Features XM satellite radio ready, Multi-room audio output, Analog to HDMI up conversion, Auto sound calibration, On-screen display, Sirius satellite radio ready
Connections / Cables / Slots
HD connectors HDMI connection(s) on this receiver make it a great choice for your High-Def home theater. One cable carries digital audio and video data directly to your display.
Connectors
Headphone Jack Yes
Coaxial Digital Input Yes
Optical Digital Input Yes
Optical Digital Output Yes
Radio
Type Radio tuner - AM/FM - Digital
AM Preset Station Qty 30
FM Preset Station Qty 30
Additional Features Station naming

Remote Control
Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
Features Multi-brand compatibility, Learning, Macro function
Remote Control (2nd)
Type Simple remote control
Technology Infrared
Connections
Connector Type 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x 7.1 channel audio line-out ( RCA phono x 8 ) - Rear, 3 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Monitor output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 5 x SPDIF input - Rear, 1 x Turntable audio input ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video output (multi zone) ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x 7.1 channel audio line-in ( RCA phono x 8 ) - Rear, 2 x Control S ( Mini-phone 3.5 mm ) - Rear, Remote control - Rear, 4 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Front, 9 x Speakers output ( Banana/spade x 2 ) - Rear, 4 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 2 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF input - Front, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Front, Trigger ( Mini-phone 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 3 x SPDIF input ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Serial ( 9 pin D-Sub ) - Rear, 4 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-out (multi zone) ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 6 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Headphones - Front, 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x Monitor output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output - Rear
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories FM antenna, Auto calibration microphone, AM antenna
Power
Power Device Power supply - Internal
Power Consumption Operational 480 Watt
Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt

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