Sony Extends Home Audio And Video Performance With New ES Receivers

21-Aug-02

Sony Electronics announced a new line of ES (Elevated Standard) multichannel audio/video receivers that are expandable for multi-room environments. Equipped with up to seven channels of audio/video, the ES receivers offer convenient features such as second- and third-room A/V outputs with independent source selection and volume control. ""More than ever, home theatre enthusiasts are looking for single-room operation and installing multi-room A/V systems as part of their total, custom integrated solutions,"" said David Bent, Marketing Director for the Home Entertainment Products Division at Sony Electronics. ""Our ES receivers offer high-quality build construction, enhancements to our proven sonic performance capabilities, and a host of features that help simplify the often complicated task of creating a multi-room system. Whether a system is being built or custom installed, our receivers easily serve as the foundation of a multi-room home audio and video system."" Sony's new ES receivers feature DolbyÆ Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ESÆ, DTS 96/24, and DTS Neo:6Æ. With a seven-channel amplifier, the flagship STR-DA7ES model offers two back surround channels. This unit also features 32-bit decoding, 120 watts in each of the seven channels, numerous digital and analog input/outputs, video upconversion from composite to S-video, component video switching, frame and beam construction, a new analog downmix mode, and a rechargeable touch-panel, two-way preprogrammed LCD remote control. The STR-DA7ES, STR-DA4ES, and the STR-DA2ES receivers all include video upconversion, minimizing connections required from the receiver to the television. The STR-DA7ES model is equipped with second-room A/V outputs and an additional third-room audio output, with independent source selection and volume adjustment. For advanced custom installations of a multi-room system, the STR-DA7ES receiver incorporates RS-232C ports. Additionally, the new model features an infrared repeater input and two outputs, as well as 12-volt triggers. The STR-DA7ES receiver is currently available for around $2,300. Sony's new ES line also includes the following models: - STR-DA4ES -- offers the same functions as the STR-DA7ES including the RS-232C ports, and features 6.1-channel audio, second-room A/V outputs, 110 watts of power through each of seven channels, two-zone/source, two A/V outputs, and two 12-volt triggers. The STR-DA4ES includes a preprogrammed, one-way LCD remote with learning and macro capability. It is available now for about $1,000. - STR-DA2ES -- features 100 watts of power to each of six channels, two-zone/source audio output, front A/V with optional DTS inputs, and a preprogrammed learning remote with macro capabilities. The STR-DA2ES is now available for about $700. - STR-DA1ES -- features the same construction foundation of other ES receiver models. It has 100 watts of power to each of five channels; component video switching; Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding; and a preprogrammed remote with learning and macro capabilities. The STR-DA1ES is available for around $500.  For more information, visit www.sel.sony.com.

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