Purchase Sony STR-DA5700ES 7.2 Networked A/V Receiver with Streaming Video and Audio

Purchase Sony STR-DA5700ES 7.2 Networked A/V Receiver with Streaming Video and Audio

Product Description

The STR-DA5700ES receiver delivers 130 watts per channel, a generous selection of home network, Internet video and audio streaming options, second-zone Cat5 expansion, SonyΓÇÖs DCAC EX Auto Calibration, the simplicity of activity-based navigation, seamless integration with control systems, and more.

 

	Powerful, clean sound.		Easy Automation.		USB Front Input.
	130 Watts x 7 (8 Ohm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD) for cinema-like surround sound and crystal clear music reproduction.		Turn your smart phone (iPhone, Android, etc.) into a remote control for your entertainment system by downloading the ES Remote app.		Allows for simple connection of portable devices including iPod/iPhones, and media USB drive/hard drive.

Technology

Powerful sound 130 watts x 7 combines with HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD DCS) and front high speakers to provide stunning realism while variable zones give you flexibility.	Stream video as well as audio Your Sony STR-DA5700ES receiver streams video and audio from the Internet, including Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus, Pandora, Slacker, and more.3	Up and running faster The STR-DA5700ES saves you time with a friendly Easy Setup Wizard to walk you through all the input, output, and network decisions.
Speakers set up themselves Digital Cinema Audio Calibration EX makes setting up your speakers simple. Place the included microphone in your listening position, start auto-calibration, and your receiver will correct for speaker distance, degree, characteristic, and phase to create an acoustically ideal environment.	Berliner Philharmonic Soundfield Simulate the sound field of one of the worldΓÇÖs premiere orchestrasΓÇöBerliner Philharmonic. This acoustic effect choice is automatically chosen when streaming audio from the included Berliner PhilharmonikerΓÇÖs Digital Concert Hall service.	Control and Installation Connections The STRDA5700ES is controllable over IP, RS232 and IR, and is compatible with the major control systems. It also includes triggers for flexible installation options.

Product description and full feature list

The STR-DA5700ES is equipped with the latest technology to bring you incredible
entertainment quality. Explore the full range of features and options below.

 

Powerful, clean sound 130 Watts x 7 (8 Ohm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD). Eight High Definition inputs for system flexibility Six HDMI inputs (up to 1080/60p capable) let you connect a Sony PlayStation 3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc player, or any other HDMI-capable equipment and get uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio. Stream video and audio from the Internet Give yourself more options with a wide variety of streaming video and music, including Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus, Pandora and Slacker. Custom Control and Installation Connections The STRDA5700ES is controllable over IP, RS232 and IR, and is compatible with the major control systems. It also includes triggers for flexible installation options. iPhone/ iPod touch / Android Application Turn your smart phone (iPhone, Android, etc.) into a remote control for your entertainment system by downloading the ES Remote app. Browse and operate the receiverΓÇÖs functions and settings on your mobile device without displaying it on the TV. Two HDMI Outputs The receiverΓÇÖs two HDMI outputs can toggle or simultaneously output 1080p video between two HD displays, such as two televisions or a television plus a projector. 4-Port Ethernet Switch The STR-DA5700ES has an included 4 Port Ethernet Switch so you can connect your home theater or other components to your router through the AV receiver. (No need for an additional Ethernet Switch.) Simple on-screen operation with an ΓÇ£Activity BasedΓÇ¥ menu Easily access and manage your input devices and settings with the intuitive Activity Based on-screen menu. For example, navigate to ΓÇ£watchΓÇ¥ ΓÇ£Blu-RayΓÇ¥ rather than ΓÇ£InputΓÇ¥, ΓÇ£HDMI 1ΓÇ¥. HDMI GUI overlay Quickly change or check settings without disrupting what youΓÇÖre watching. The Faroudja DCDi Cinema chipset allows for an onscreen menu to overlay 1080p content via an HDMI connection. Front HDMI input for quick connectivity Conveniently located HDMI input on the front bezel quickly connects an HD camera/camcorder, game system or other HDMI equipped device.

USB Front Input Allows for simple connection of portable devices including iPod/iPhones, and media USB drive/hard drive. Quick Speaker Set Up (Digital Cinema Audio Calibration EX) Simply place the included microphone at your listening position, start auto-calibration, and the receiver will correct for speaker distance, degree, characteristic, and phase to create an acoustically ideal environment. Direct Stream Digital (DSD) Decoding via HDMI Audio format utilized for high-resolution formats like SA-CD, transmitted via HDMI cable (sold separately), to minimize information loss and maintain audio signal purity. Sony DLL Audio Scaler The Sony DLL Audio Scaler analyzes and upscales standard definition (compressed) audio signals (@ 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz) to 192kHz. ItΓÇÖs effective for network content, too. Berliner Philharmonic Soundfield Simulate the sound field of one of the worldΓÇÖs premiere orchestrasΓÇöBerliner Philharmonic. This acoustic effect choice is automatically chosen when streaming audio from the included Berliner PhilharmonikerΓÇÖs Digital Concert Hall service. Flexible speaker configuration options he STR-DA5700ES is capable of 7.2 channel audio but can be also configured to include front high speakers, use the surround back speakers for a second zone of audio, or for bi-amp speaker capability. Multi-Room HD Video Distribution ΓÇô up to 2 rooms (Component Video) Start your favorite HD programming in the living room and finish in the bedroom. HD 1080i quality video signals can be distributed over CAT5e for the second zone output. Network Updatable Allows for firmware and software updates over the network. Faroudja DCDi Cinema Technology The STR-DA5700ES is equipped with Faroudja DCDi Cinema IC technology to help correct jaggedness often seen after I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion. This produces a smooth, high-definition-quality picture. DTS Neo:X DTS Neo:X is the worldΓÇÖs first 11.1 surround system providing a semi-spherical sound field using an 11.1 speaker configuration adding height/wide speakers to create a natural, immersive, spacious and lifelike 3D audio soundscape.

Dolby Pro Logic IIz The STR-DA5700ES supports Dolby Pro Logic IIz, featuring Front-High Speakers, for a more spacious, three dimensional surround sound experience. Sony ES 5-Year Limited Warranty The STR-DA5700ES comes with an industry leading 5-year parts and labor warranty, 90-day advanced exchange program, and dedicated toll-free support line staffed by CEDIA-trained product experts. (1-877-619-7669; Monday ΓÇô Friday 10am ΓÇô 7pm ET). HDMI Pass-through Even though you connect your TV and cable or satellite box via the STR-DA5700ES, you can turn off the receiver when you watch your cable or satellite and the audio will pass through the receiver to the TV speakers.5 3D Pass-through When you connect 3D capable HDTV and Blu-ray Disc Player with a high speed HDMIM cable, the STR-DA5700ES can pass through a 3D signal, so you can enjoy 3D picture with high quality sound. Enhanced Color Range (Deep Color & x.v.Color technology) Take HDTV color expression to new levels with x.v.Color and Deep Color technology. When the STR-DA5700ES is connected to x.v.Color capable video sources, the display shows nearly twice (1.8x) as many viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard. 24p True Cinema Pass-through 24p True Cinema support provides a direct connection to 24p video sources such as a Blu-ray Disc player or Sony PlayStation 3 entertainment system. This avoids conversions and displays films at their intended 24 fps cinematic picture quality. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) Audio Server Distribute your personal music library to other DLNA devices. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) DLNA compliance allows compliant AV Receivers to access digital photos, music, and video from DLNA-enabled PCs and other devices. Audio Return Channel (ARC) Route audio from your TV, whether it is from an over the air channels or Network content from BRAVIA Internet Link, back downstream to your STR-DA5700ES with a single ARC HDMI cable (sold separately).

1. 4K upscaling requires a 4K projector or 4K TV.

2. Requires devices connected to the same wireless home network.

3. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees.

4. Pod and iPhone support is limited to the following players: iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod nano 1st, 2nd & 3rd generation, iPod 4th& 5th generation & iPod mini, and iPhone 3G, 3Gs, and 4G models.

5. Requires HDMI cable sold separately.

6. May require additional accessories. Check with your authorized Control4 dealer for details.

7. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires an 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended).

List Price:	$1,499.99
Price:	$849.99
as of Sun, 24 Feb 2013 03:52:19 GMT

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #29910 in Receiver or Amplifier
• Brand: Sony
• Model: STR-DA5700ES
• Released on: 2012-10-23
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 12.75" h x 19.75" w x 21.25" l, 47.00 pounds

Features

• 7.2 Channel A/V Receiver (130W,80hm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD)
• Internet streaming: Netflix, YouTube, Pandora and more
• Activity-based on screen interface for easy navigation
• Easy Setup Wizard saves time
• DCAC EX Speaker Auto-Calibration with Speaker Relocation and Automatic Phase Matching