Sony STR-DH500

The Sony STR-DH500 is a home theater 5.1 100 watt / channel receiver announced in March 2009 and retails at $199 (same price as 2 channel x 50 watt Onkyo TX-8255). The DH500 is an entry-level receiver and is the cheapest in Sony's lineup to offer 5.1 audio. The lower-end DH100 is a stereo receiver, while the step-up DH700 provides the 7.1 channel audio that is common for mid-range receivers. Intended for a more casual or budget friendly market, the DH500 includes a quick-speaker setup feature which uses the remote's built-in microphone to automatically optimize the speaker levels.

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Sony STR-DH500
MSRP $199.00
Release date March, 2009
Brand Sony
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good price/performance ratio
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quick speaker setup reduces a lot of the hassle of setting up your speakers
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HDMI pass-through is a nice feature for people that don't want to turn on the receiver all the time
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only one master volume level, receiver doesn't remember volume settings per input
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doesn't support audio over HDMI
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Details

It has HDMI pass-through and 1080/24p capability, it's compatible with the latest HD sources like Blu-ray Disc players, PLAYSTATION and more. It also has access to five HD inputs (96 kHz/32-bit/channel). The STR-DH500 includes the Digital Media Port, which allows users to extend music selection from an iPod, Walkman digital music player, Bluetooth device or from a PC. Interestingly enough, this piece has 5.1 channels at 100 watts/channel, whereas the Onkyo TX-8255 has only 2 channels at 50 watt/channel and is at the same price ($199).  

Features

  • 100W x 5 ( 8 ohms 1kHz 1% THD)
  • Sony Unique Chassis Design
  • 5 HD Inputs (3 Passive HDMI and 2 Component Inputs)
  • HD Film Quality with 24p TRUE CINEMA video signal via HDMI technology
  • Multi Function Audio Port (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

 

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Sony STR-DH500

• Sony STR-DH500 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver (Black)

• STR-DH500 Receiver

UPC: 027242753556

EAN: 027242753556

MPN: STR-DH500

Competitors

Yamaha RX-V365

Yamaha RX-V365

MSRP  $249.95    Released  February, 2009
Pros
  • great value for the price
  • automatic speaker calibration system
  • slick, quality aesthetic
Cons
  • no audio over HDMI
  • no HD audio decoding
  • automatic setup is hit or miss
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Pros

  • good price/performance ratio
  • quick speaker setup reduces a lot of the hassle of setting up your speakers
  • HDMI pass-through is a nice feature for people that don't want to turn on the receiver all the time

Cons

  • only one master volume level, receiver doesn't remember volume settings per input
  • doesn't support audio over HDMI

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