Sony STR-DA5400ES

The Sony STR-DA5400ES is a top-of-the-line home theater reciever, equipped to handle multiple high-def streams. The system features 7.1 channels of audio at 120 watts each, and is capable of decoding a multitude of digital audio formats, including HD formats: Linear PCM audio, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio. The system also features dual Faroudja DCDi Cinema chips for upscaling of standard definition content to 1080i in up to two rooms. The system features dual Digital Media ports to allow for audio streaming from digital devices such as Ipod, PC, or Serius Satellite Radio. The STR-DA5400ES has a large number of inputs and outputs, including 6 HDMI inputs and 2 outputs, each allowing 1080 24p/60i playback.

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Sony STR-DA5400ES
MSRP$1,999.99
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Pros:
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cat5e for streaming high definition content to another room
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fairly high powered - 120W per channel
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6 hdmi inputs, 2 outputs
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analog signals are upscaled to 1080i
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easy to hook up, everything just works
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video over Ethernet requires adapter sold separately
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low definition HDMI signals aren't upscaled
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Features

  • 7.1 channels x 120 watts
  • Decodes Linear PCM audio, Dolby Digital Plus/EX/normal, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby True HD, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
  • Dual Faroudja DCDi Cinema chips for upscaling of standard definition content to 1080i in up to two rooms
  • Built-in AM/FM tuner
  • Bravia-sync for Sony home theater syncing
  • XM Connect-and-Play compatible and Serius-ready
  • Outputs: Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : 5 (Rear). Analog Audio Output(s) : 1 (Rear).Antenna Terminal (AM Loop) : 1 (Rear). Antenna Terminal (FM 75 Ohm) : 1 (Rear). Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s) : 3 (Rear). Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s) : 3 (Rear). Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : 2 (Rear). Composite Video Output(s) : 3 (Rear-1 Monitor Output, 2 Video Outputs). Control S : Connections (yes). DIGITAL MEDIA PORT : Yes. HD Component Video Input(s) : 3 (Rear). HD Component Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear). HDMI™ Connection Input(s) : 6 (Rear). HDMI™ Connection Output(s) : 2 (Rear). Headphone Output(s) : 1 (Front- Gold). IR Input(s) : 2 (Rear). IR Output(s) : 1 (Rear). Multi-Channel Input(s) : 1 (Rear, 7.1 Channel). Optical Audio Input(s) : 5 (1 Front/4 Rear). Optical Audio Output(s) : 2 (Rear). Phono Input(s) : 1 (Rear). RS232 Control : 1 (Rear). Subwoofer Output(s) : 17 points

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Sony STR-DA5400ES

• Sony STR-DA5400ES ES 7.1 Channel Audio/Video Receiver

• ES STRDA5400ES Receiver

UPC: 027242732117

EAN: 027242732117

MPN: STRDA5400ES

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Yale

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November 14, 2008
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Pros

  • cat5e for streaming high definition content to another room
  • fairly high powered - 120W per channel
  • 6 hdmi inputs, 2 outputs
  • analog signals are upscaled to 1080i
  • easy to hook up, everything just works

Cons

  • video over Ethernet requires adapter sold separately
  • low definition HDMI signals aren't upscaled

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November 20, 2008
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