An HDMI-compatible receiver is the key to impressive audio and brilliant video.
An HDMI-compatible receiver is an integral part of any full-featured home entertainment system, and is absolutely required in order to take advantage of technologies such as Blu-ray, 3D and multichannel uncompressed audio. These components help to simplify connecting devices together, using a single cable to carry both video and audio signals between them and maximizing the performance potential of each. HDMI receivers are available from many manufacturers in a variety of configurations, presenting consumers with a wide range of options for their home entertainment setup.
Harman Kardon AVR 2600
A 7.1 channel 455-watt audio visual receiver, the AVR 2600 features built-in decoders for Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-HD Master Audio, and Dolby TrueHD. It is iPod ready, has dual-zone capability, a graphical user interface, four HDMI version 1.4 inputs, and can upscale video to 1080p.
Denon AVR-1911
This receiver comes with an integrated HD radio tuner, USB flash drive playback, a digital graphic equalizer, iPod compatibility, four HDMI version 1.4 inputs, and upscaling of analog sources to 1080p. Sound is pumped through seven channels at 90 watts per channel, and the various DSP modes allow you to shape the tone to your preference. Compatibility with 3D sources, and decoding of all major advanced audio codecs -- including DTS HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD -- round out the list of features.
Yamaha RX-V667
With six HDMI inputs, the RX-V667 offers extensive HD connectivity options for most users. Also included in its feature set are a graphical user interface, 1080p upconversion for analog sources, support for 3D and audio return channel, 7.1 multichannel analog inputs, automatic speaker calibration and second-zone functionality.
Pioneer VSX-1020-K
Pioneer's feature set for this AV receiver is extensive. Six HDMI version 1.4 inputs are provided, and so is connectivity for iPods and iPhones via USB. The VSX-1020-K also has an Ethernet port, a graphical user interface, compatibility with 3D sources, Windows Media Audio 9 Professional decoding, as well as decoding of multichannel high resolution signals like Dolby Digital Plus and DTS HD Master Audio. The amplifier is rated at 110 watts per channel on this 7.1 receiver.
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