The new 7.1 channel STR-DH800 A/V receiver supports the latest advanced audio codecs. This model, also with a sleek new chassis design, features four HDMI and three component inputs for all high-definition needs. It also accepts 1080/60p and 24p signals via HDMI with x.v.Color and Deep Color compatibility. It is both S-AIR and Sirius ready, and has a Digital Media Port connection.
The STR-DH800 has ample HD connections compatible with various HD signals including Blu-ray Disc™. Being the central hub of your audio and video sources, the STR-DH800helps to create compatibility with today’s demanding HD sources.
Most of all Hollywood movies are shot at 24 frames per second, and Blu-ray Disc™ movies are mastered at 24 frame per second, so it is only fitting that the STR-DH800can output your films at 1080/24p for a true film-like experience at home.
The STR-DH800 enhances your Blu-ray Disc experience by decoding uncompressed audio (Dolby TrueHD/DTS Master Audio/LPCM via HDMI™) so you can hear the original mix of your favorite BD titles.
Share music from room to room with ease. Simply plug in the optional S-Air transmitter and the AirStation client (sold separately); you can instantly listen to your favorite music in another room or in multiple rooms.
x.v.Color™ and Deep Color technologies work together to produce ~2x the number of colors while expressing the subtleties within each color for a greater HD expression.
A world of digital radio is at your fingertips. Connect the optional accessory antenna, sign up for Sirius service and enjoy the variety of digital radio with the superior sound quality of an A/V receiver.
With “One Touch Play,” operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the A/V receiver turn on, then the DVD player power on and start to play, finally the BRAVIA television turns on and switches to the correct video input.
Sony’s DIGITAL MEDIA PORT plays back music from various audio sources whether it is stored on an iPod®, Walkman®, Bluetooth device or PC (Player and cradles not included).
An ideal listening experience is only a button away. Simply place the included microphone in your listening position, push a single button and speaker placement, distance and delays are automatically adjusted.