Denon AVR-2803 Sets A New Price/Performance Benchmark In 7.1-Channel Home Theatre Receivers

27-Jan-03

Reaffirming the company's position of leadership in digital audio and home theatre technology, Denon announced the introduction of its 7.1-channel AVR-2803 A/V receiver, incorporating a host of advanced features and technologies to establish a new performance standard in its category. With a suggested retail price of $799, the AVR-2803 brings true custom installation features and multi-room flexibility to more users than ever before, with 80 watts x 7 power output, an Analog Devices Melody 100 SHARCÆ surround sound processor, and 16 high-resolution audio D/A converters on all channels, 100 MHz-bandwidth component video switching, extensive connectivity options, and much more.Unprecedented Value, Versatility, And PerformanceDenon has earned a reputation for offering the very highest levels of performance and value in its home theatre receivers--and the AVR-2803 sets a new price/performance benchmark yet again. Like all Denon receivers, the AVR-2803 is engineered for superlative sound quality, and is compatible with every popular surround sound audio format including DolbyÆ Digital EX and DTS-ESÆ, along with Dolby Pro LogicÆ II, Dolby Digital, and DTSÆ decoding, plus additional useful surround modes.The receiver utilizes premium Analog Devices AD1835 192 kHz/24-bit audio D/A converters on all channels in a differential configuration for exceptional resolution and dynamic range, with true 96/24 digital input capability. In addition, the AVR-2803 includes a number of useful surround modes such as Denon's exclusive Widescreen 7.1 mode, which delivers 7.1-channel reproduction from 5.1-channel and stereo sources.The AVR-2803's 7-Channel Equal Power amplifier section incorporates a discrete power amplifier for each of its seven main channels and delivers a generous 80 watts (into 8 ohms, from 20 Hz-20 kHz, with no more than 0.05% THD) into each channel--plenty of power for clear, authoritative reproduction of movie soundtracks and high-resolution DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD.The receiver includes extremely flexible bass management and sound tailoring capabilities, to optimize audio quality with any digital or analog program source, in any system and room. The AVR-2803 provides 40, 60, 80, 100, and 120Hz subwoofer crossover points for maximum performance with any small or large speaker configuration and listening room. In addition, the receiver features a Direct stereo mode with an all-analog signal path, yielding the best sound quality when listening to stereo audio sources.Bringing a host of custom installation features to the under-$800 price point, the AVR-2803 provides an unusually comprehensive selection of connection and control options, including multi-room operation with independent control of a second-room audio system. The receiver includes two assignable 100 MHz-bandwidth component video switching for full compatibility with multiple HDTV sources, numerous digital and analog audio and video inputs, outputs and switching facilities including an eight-channel input for accommodating multichannel audio sources such as Denon's new DVD-2900 DVD-Audio/Video & Super Audio CD Player, and many additional connections to accommodate a sophisticated home entertainment installation.Its many additional performance and convenience features include a serial port for RS-232C protocol control and IR remote in/out terminals for integrated system control, assignable 12 V trigger control, and assignable amplifier configuration for either 7.1-channel surround operation or 5.1 surround with amplified second zone. Other versatile features include a Cinema Equalizer function that compensates for overly-bright movie soundtracks, a high-quality AM/FM tuner with preset memory tuning, second-zone speaker outputs with independent volume control, and much more. All functions of the AVR-2803 can be operated by the receiver's programmable remote control and intuitive on-screen menu system.The Denon AVR-2803 will be available March 2003 at a suggested retail price of $799.For more information, visit www.usa.denon.com.

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