Denon Offers Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding, Enhanced Control Flexibility And Advanced Features In New High Value A/V Receivers

September 17. 2001

Denon Electronics once again sets new standards for home theatre receiver value and performance with the introduction of four new models: the 7.1-channel AVR-3802 A/V receiver, the 6.1-channel AVR-2802, plus the 5.1-channel AVR-1802 and AVR-1602 receivers. With suggested retail prices between $1,199 and $399, the new receivers are the clear performance leaders in their respective categories, with enhancements such as DolbyÆ Pro Logic II decoding, 24-bit audio D/A converters on all channels and high bandwidth component video switching (models AVR-3802 and AVR-2802).The four new models, along with the company's DRA-395 and DRA-295 stereo receivers, combine superb sound quality with expanded audio/video control capabilities, to provide greater flexibility than ever before in custom installations and multi-room systems.Denon's new high performance, high value A/V receivers all now feature Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema and Music decoding, which provides 5.1-channel surround sound from two-channel stereo and Dolby Pro Logic-encoded sources. All four receivers also offer exceptional Dolby Digital and DTSÆ Digital Surroundô decoding, and a variety of DSP surround modes, and employ premium 24-bit/96 kHz D/A converters on all channels. All the new Denon A/V receivers offer a host of additional advanced features, such as extensive digital and analog audio/video source switching, sophisticated audio tailoring capabilities with speaker bass management, time delay, equalization and level controls, multichannel audio inputs to accommodate present and future digital audio formats such as DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD, and full-function remote controls.The new receivers all feature Denon's Equal Power Discrete Power Amplifier topology, utilizing high current, discrete amplifier sections to deliver equal power output to all main channels. Power ratings per channel (into 8 ohms) are as follows: AVR-3802, 110 watts x 7, AVR-2802, 90 watts x 6, AVR-1802, 80 watts x 5, and 70 watts x 5 for the AVR-1602.AVR-3802: Exceptional 7-Channel Surround Sound Performance And FlexibilityDenon's AVR-3802 delivers heightened surround sound realism, thanks to its Dolby Digital 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS ES Neo:6 decoding capability, along with top-quality Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1 decoding. The AVR-3802 features seven built-in channels of amplification, to drive all the main loudspeakers in a 7.1 home theatre surround sound system, without the need for external amplification.The AVR-3802 includes premium digital audio technologies such as Analog Devices SHARC 32-bit DSP processing and Denon's proprietary DDSC-D (Dynamic Discrete Surround Decoder-Digital) circuitry for superlative sonic performance, with true 24/96 digital audio input conversion capability. The AVR-3802 features two exclusive 7.1 DSP modes: a Widescreen 7.1 mode that provides 7.1-channel reproduction from 5.1-channel and stereo sources, and a 7-Channel Stereo mode that utilizes all three sets of left and right speakers (front, rear and surround back) to reproduce full-fidelity, unprocessed stereo with the center channel providing an left+right blend.Other refinements include multi-source/multi-zone operation with assignable amplifier switching (second zone or 7-channel operation), automatic digital/analog source selection, Denon's Dual Surround Mode Speaker Switching that allows the user to choose between two sets of dipole/bipole and direct-radiating surround speakers for best reproduction of movie soundtracks and multichannel music reproduction, and much more.The Denon AVR-3802 A/V surround receiver carries a suggested retail price of $1,199 and is currently available.AVR-2802: Outstanding 6.1-Channel Performance And ValueThe Denon AVR-2802 is a high performance, high value 6.1-channel A/V receiver, and one of the lowest-priced DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 receivers on the market that also incorporates Dolby Pro Logic II decoding. In addition to these decoding formats, the AVR-2802 offers a host of advanced features such as Dolby Digital 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 and DTS-ES Neo:6 decoding, component video switching and much more. The AVR-2802 includes a wealth of inputs, outputs and switching facilities that make it ideal for use in sophisticated home entertainment systems and multi-room installations.The Denon AVR-2802 A/V Surround Receiver carries a suggested retail price of $799 and is currently available.AVR-1802 And AVR-1602: Unbeatable Value And PerformanceThe Denon AVR-1802 and AVR-1602 are the most outstanding A/V receiver values on the market today, with features, performance and power exceeding competitive models retailing for hundreds of dollars more. Both models offer exceptional 5.1-channel Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, and utilize many of the identical technologies found in Denon's high-end receivers, for exceptional sound quality and flexibility.The Denon AVR-1802 and AVR-1602 A/V surround receivers are in stock at dealers now, at suggested retail prices of $499 and $399, respectively.For more information about Denon Electronics, visit www.denon.com.

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