Sony Introduces 2003 ES Series DVD Receivers With Audio/Video Systems Management

15-Sep-03

Sony Electronics introduced two new ES Series DVD receivers, the AVD-C700ES and AVD-S500ES models. Functioning simultaneously as receivers, amplifiers, and DVD players--all in one unit--the components incorporate a newly developed, high-powered digital drive amplifier, a multichannel SACD player, full multichannel bass management, and progressive scan output for DVD-Video playback. ""The demand for surround sound A/V systems to enhance the home theatre experience continues to grow,"" said Joseph Stinziano, Director of Marketing for Sony Electronics' Home Products Division. ""Our new ES Series DVD receivers offer extreme convenience by allowing home theatre enthusiasts to manage their A/V components from one box to deliver a gold-standard of performance."" Both the AVD-C700ES and AVD-S500ES models feature the Precision Cinema Progressiveô system that incorporates Pixel-By-Pixel I/P Conversion technology. The new DVD receivers also include a Super Sub Alias Filter, V-Edge Compensation, and Noise Shaped VideoÆ (NSV) circuitry for improved video performance. Additionally, the receivers feature a 108 MHz/12-bit video D/A converter. The AVD-C700ES and AVD-S500ES utilize a new S-Masterô Pro process to help eliminate the effects of low frequency jitter.Both of the new receivers offer multichannel SACD playback by using a digital amplifier that directly accepts the digital signal for optimal performance. A precision pulse height volume control is also employed to stabilize the audio data in the digital domain. In order to support the 6.1-channel capability of DolbyÆ Digital EX, Dolby Pro LogicÆ II, and DTS-ESÆ, these DVD receivers incorporate a six-channel amplifier. Both of the new receivers are compatible with DVD-Video, SACD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and Video CD. The AVD-C700ES and the AVD-S500ES receivers utilize a frame and plate chassis to offset vibration, and provide gold-plated A/V input terminal plug-ins. The step-up five-disc AVD-C700ES model, with 720 watts of total system power (120 watts x 6), is also equipped with a preprogrammed LCD remote control with learning macro compatibility. The single-disc AVD-S500ES unit provides a preprogrammed remote control and offers 600 watts (100 x 6) of total system power. The AVD-C700ES and AVD-S500ES receivers will be available this fall for about $1,000 and $800, respectively. For more information, visit www.sony.com.

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