AV Receiver Reviews

Sound modes: 2-channel stereo; Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Pro Logic II; DTS, DTS ES, DTS Neo:6, Matrix 7.1; NAD EARS & Stereo Enhanced Surround Modes; HDCD
Analog inputs: three stereo pairs (RCA), one 7.1 multichannel (DVD-A/SACD), 7 channels main in
Digital inputs: 4 coax, 2 optical (TosLink)
Video inputs: 3 component (RCA), 6 composite/S-video
Analog outputs: 7.1 preamp out, 2 sub outs, one 7.1 (RCA), 3 tape loops
Digital outputs: 1 coax, 1 optical
Video outputs: 1 component (RCA), 4 composite, 3 S-video
Tape loops: 2 AV with composite & S-video in/out, 1 stereo audio
Multisource (second zone): 1 composite video, 1 stereo audio (independent source & volume)
Tuner: RDS (Radio Data System) FM/AM tuner with 30 direct-access presets
12V trigger: 1 input (switchable), 3 outputs
IR control: 1 input, 2 outputs
Computer control/upgrade interface: RS-232 port (Continued on page 72)
Power output: 110Wx7 minimum continuous power @ 4ohms or 8ohms, all channels driven; 230W, 320W, 390W IHF "dynamic power" into 8ohms, 4ohms, & 2 ohms, respectively; switchable "soft clipping" feature
Speaker outputs: 7 channels on 2-way binding posts (Spkr A), 2 channels on 2-way posts (Spkr B)
Signal/noise: >85dB (preamp), >90dB (power amp)
Input sensitivity/impedance (amp): 1.25V/50kohms
Frequency response: 5Hz–20kHz, +/-0.8dB (pre- & power-amp sections identical)
Remote controls: HTR-2 (main) program-mable/universal; ZR-2 second-zone remote with discrete codes for independent zone
Dimensions: 17.125" x 7.625" x 16.625" (WxHxD)
Weight: 52.8 lbs (24 kg)
Price: $1799

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