Sony STR-DH720
Manufacturer: Sony Part number: STRDH720
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- Get 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound, connect up to four HD sources and listen to music from your iPod with Sony’s STR-DH720 receiver. Enjoy incredible sound quality while you watch 3D sports, movies and games from connected 3Ddevices. This great receiver also features an easy-to-use control menu for simple control and a convenient audio calibration set-up so ... Read more
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9 stars
Great for Sound - not so good for video
by DDMiley on November 27, 2011
Pros: Easy set up
Sound is wonderful
Lots of inputs
Cons: Not so good for video
Summary: I bought this for a 5.1 system in an odd shape room (rectangle room missing one of the long sides - it attache to the kitchen). I have it ...
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Summary: I bought this for a 5.1 system in an odd shape room (rectangle room missing one of the long sides - it attache to the kitchen). I have it paired with some pioneer speakers.
Set up was just as easy as any other receiver that I have ever owned. It has two benefits over my past receivers though: 1) on screen setup (via HDMI cable to TV), and 2) auto-calibration of speakers (which is great for my odd room). I believe the auto-calibration did much better than I would have and the onscreen setup removed any confusion as to what one may see on the receiver's small (compared to a TV) screen.
The sound is wonderful. Watching a movie in 5.1 in an odd room with this receiver is just as nice as a movie theater. My dog even went to the back door when she heard a dog barking over one of the surround speakers.
I am unhappy in the video Upconvert/Upscale from analog to 1080i via HDMI. I was under the impression that when I connected my satellite to the receiver and then to the TV the picture would be better - it is not. The picture is better using the S-cord directly to the TV (I don't have HD satellite) as opposed to using RCA cable to the receiver then HDMI to the TV. However, the picture from the BR player to the receiver looks just as nice as it did when directly connected to the TV. So, if you already have something using an HDMI cable, connecting it to the Sony will not alter (hurt) your picture, but don't expect standard pictures to look like they are in HD.
The iPOD connection works with just a USB cord. However, if you want your iPOD to transmit to your TV, you need to have an RCA Video cable as well. ( I suggest you have to check for best deal before you will buy this Sony STRDH720 at -> Audiovideo-receiver.blogspot.com/2011/11/sony-strdh720.html )
The sound and some features give this receiver an "A" in my book. I didn't buy it to upscale my video, but if I had, then I would have been disappointed in this this purchase.
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- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: STRDH720
- Description: Get 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound, connect up to four HD sources and listen to music from your iPod with Sony’s STR-DH720 receiver. Enjoy incredible sound quality while you watch 3D sports, movies and games from connected 3Ddevices. This great receiver also features an easy-to-use control menu for simple control and a convenient audio calibration set-up so you are assured the best possible listening experience.
General
- Product type Home Theater Receiver
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 16.9 in x 12.7 in x 6.2 in
- Color Black
Audio
- Surround System Class 7.1 channel
- Amplifier Output Details 105 Watt,
8 Ohm - THD 1.0 % - 7 channel(s) ( Surround ) - Sound Output Mode Surround Sound
- Built-in Decoders Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby Digital,
DTS decoder,
DTS-HD High Resolution,
DTS-HD Master Audio,
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1,
DTS Neo:6,
Dolby Pro Logic IIz,
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1,
Dolby Digital EX,
Dolby TrueHD,
DTS 96/24 - Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Yes
- Response Bandwidth 10 - 70000 Hz
- Output Power (Total) 735 Watt
- Bass Control Yes
- Treble Control Yes
- Additional Features iPod and iPhone compatible,
Analog video up conversion to HDMI,
Graphical User Interface (GUI),
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration technology Networking & Digital Media
- USB features USB flash drive playback
- USB audio standards MP3,
WMA,
AAC Tuner
- Tuner Type Radio tuner - AM/FM - Digital
- Preset Station Qty 60
- AM Preset Station Qty 30
- FM Preset Station Qty 30
Equalizer
- Equalizer type Built-in
Inputs & Outputs
- 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.
- Connections 1xHeadphones-Front,
4xHDMI input(19 pin HDMI Type A)-Rear,
1xHDMI output(19 pin HDMI Type A)-Rear,
2xAudio line-in(RCA phono x 2)-Rear,
1xMonitor output(RCA phono)-Rear,
2xComposite video/audio input(RCA phono x 3)-Rear,
1xComposite video/audio output(RCA phono x 3)-Rear,
1xSubwoofer output(RCA phono)-Rear,
2xComponent video input(RCA phono x 3)-Rear,
1xComponent video output(RCA phono x 3)-Rear,
2xSPDIF input-Rear,
1xSPDIF input(RCA phono)-Rear,
1xComposite video/audio input(RCA phono x 3)-Front,
1xUSB(4 pin USB Type A)-Front - Headphone Jack Yes
- Coaxial Digital Input Yes
- Optical Digital Input Yes
Signal Processing
- HDMI Switching Yes
- Video Conversion/Scaling Analog to HDMI up conversion
- HDMI features 24p True Cinema (pass-through),
Audio return channel (ARC) ,
3D pass-through ,
Standby pass-through Accessories
- Type of remote control Universal remote control - Infrared
- Included accessories Auto calibration microphone,
FM antenna,
AM antenna,
Universal remote control Miscellaneous
- Built-in clock Sleep timer
- Timer Sleep
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power Consumption Operational 240 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.3 Watt
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 2 year parts and labor warranty
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