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Think big, go bigger with exhilarating sound by Onkyo This 9.2-channel Onkyo SMART A/V Receiver plays the lead role in your whole-home audio experience. Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2 and DTS Play-Fi are enhanced by high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi while speaker outputs with DACs can power D/A audio in three rooms. With nine channels of high-current power on tap, roll up the volume to THX Certified Select reference level and wrap your family in 5.2.4 channels of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X sound or feel IMAX Enhanced content as the filmmakers intended. Dolby Surround upmixes legacy sound for height-enabled systems while Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer creates a 3D sound-field using horizontal speakers. DAA features an upgraded power-train while anti-noise refinements result in a wider soundstage. AccuEQ Advance 9-point calibration eliminates standing waves so audio is expressed naturally. All this and more helps the TX-NR797 shape entertainment to your life. Amplifier Features 220 W/Ch (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven), 100 W/Ch (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 channels driven, FTC) Certified for IMAX Enhanced and THX Certified Select Dynamic Audio Amplification Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer Large custom-made audio power capacitors Non-phase-shift amp topology with discrete output stage Strengthened power-supply line for high-current dynamics Refined HDMI grounds and short signal-paths reduce noise Isolated SoC board reduces interference High current capability for 4-ohm speaker drive AKM (AK4458) 384 kHz/32-bit multichannel D/A conversion VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) noise filtering (Front L/R) PLL (Phase Locked Loop) anti-jitter technology for SPDIF audio Independent tone controls for all channels (excluding Zone 2/3) Video & Audio Support Supports HDCP 2.2, 4K/60p, HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), BT.2020, 4:4:4 color sub-sampling, 24-bit color, 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), DeepColor, x.v.Color and LipSync via HDMI Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer 3D processing Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixing technology IMAX Mode for IMAX Enhanced content THX listening modes for movies, music and games Sound optimization for games (Rock, Sports, Action and RPG) Theater-Dimensional virtual surround-sound function Network Features SMART AV Receiver supports multi-room audio, streaming services and Onkyo Controller remote streaming app Works with Sonos for the Sonos Home Sound System Chromecast built-in and voice control with the Google Assistant AirPlay 2 multi-room audio and voice control with Siri DTS Play-Fi multi-room audio via Onkyo Music Control App FlareConnect multi-zone audio with compatible components Quad-core SoC supports high-speed 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) Wi-Fi Hi-Res Audio playback via network (DSD 11.2 MHz/5.6 MHz/2.8 MHz; FLAC, WAV [RIFF], AIFF and ALAC to 192 kHz/24-bit) Connection Features 7 HDMI inputs (1 front), 2 outputs (Main [ARC], Sub/Zone 2) 1 component video input (assignable) 2 composite video inputs (assignable) 2 digital audio inputs (optical and coaxial, assignable) 6 analog RCA inputs (assignable) 1/8" (3.5 mm) mini-stereo analog input (front) 1 phono input with built-in MM equalizer for turntable 1/8" (3.5 mm) setup mic input for AccuEQ (front) 1/4" (6.35 mm) headphone jack (front) 2 subwoofer pre-outs Zone 2/Zone B analog RCA line-level output 9 banana-plug-ready screw-type speaker posts Bi-directional Ethernet terminal for network and IP control USB input (5 V/1 A) for audio playback (rear) RS-232 serial input for control IR (infrared) input for remote-control extenders 12 V trigger output (Main, assignable, 100 mA) AC power socket for detachable power cord Advanced Features AccuEQ Advance 9-point calibration with AccuReflex Vocal Enhancer DSP clarifies dialog via remote or front-panel controls Bluetooth technology with Wake on Play Standby, auto input selection for voice control with selected smart speakers Advanced Music Optimizer improves compressed audio playback Zone 2 and Zone 3 outputs support synced/independent multi-source D/A audio distribution (including HDMI/SPDIF) Front to Height speaker switching in Stereo Assign Mode Zone 2/Zone B line-out (analog RCA) with Zone 2 DAC connects compatible audio systems for synced/independent D/A playback (including HDMI/SPDIF) in Main and Zone 2; connects compatible transmitters for wireless headphones One-touch volume memory-presets for A/V inputs via front panel 1080p to 4K upscaling via HDMI GUI with overlaid OSD via HDMI featuring media input/output display Crossover adjustment for each channel (40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/200 Hz) A/V Sync Control (up to 500 ms in 5 ms steps at 48 kHz) Various standby modes and HDMI pass-through IP control for home automation, SmartGrid-ready 3-Mode display dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer) 40 FM/AM random presets Redesigned simple remote control SMART AV Receiver makes multi-room easy SMART AV Receiver is the heart of your home entertainment system. Access streaming content from Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL, Deezer and TuneIn and share sound as part of a multi-room system via Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi and FlareConnect. Works with Sonos The TX-NR797 can join your existing Sonos Home Sound System or be the start of a new one, just by pairing it with a Sonos Connect. The AVR ties into the Sonos ecosystem, waking, changing inputs and playing at the desired volume on command from the Sonos app. Chromecast built-in with the Google Assistant Stream any music from your smartphone, laptop or PC to the receiver with ease. Control playback with Chromecast-enabled apps you know and love from your iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows laptop or Chromebook. If you have a smart speaker featuring the Google Assistant, you can cue, play and control music playback by voice. Experience IMAX Enhanced IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers feature DTS:X sound technology optimized for the IMAX signature experience, reproducing the full dynamic range of IMAX theatrical sound-mixes available with digitally re-mastered IMAX Enhanced content. A pre-set IMAX Mode reproduces audio at the highest levels and delivers lMAX Enhanced content as the filmmakers intended. IMAX Enhanced versions of a range of films, from Hollywood blockbusters to documentaries, will be released for 4K HDR streaming and Ultra HD Blu-ray. THX Certified Select theater-reference sound THX Certified Select guarantees the same reference volume level of a commercial theater in rooms where the viewing position is about 10-12 ft. from the screen. To gain certification for reference sound within strict THX sound quality parameters, receivers must pass 2,000 bench-tests in 75 categories covering 14,000 data points. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X - setting sound free Dolby Atmos and DTS:X map sounds in the movie to their corresponding positions in your room, so audio is localized or free move among your speakers and around the audience in sync with the action on screen. This 9.2-ch receiver expands object-based sound-field coverage with a 5.2.4 or 7.2.2-ch layout. Enjoy classic titles through your height-enabled system with Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixers for legacy soundtracks. Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer When playing any Dolby format, engaging Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer enables a more immersive listening experience, creating a virtual surround and height effect from traditional speaker layouts without employing additional surround or height speakers. Dynamic Audio Amplification Refined over 70 years to deliver emotion in high fidelity, DAA features a custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer, customized capacitors and discrete amp output stages. Unique topology prevents phase-shift while high current improves speaker control for true dynamic speed. Driving 4-ohm loads through all channels, DAA has power to move. New upgrades reduce noise and boost power The TX-NR797 adds new refinements that control noise, boost power and improve S/N performance. A new HDMI board has shorter signal-paths and large, carefully finished grounds for clean A/V signals. SoC is isolated to reduce interference noise. The power-supply line is strengthened in pursuit of power and the results are evident in improved speed, force and localization across an expanded soundstage. Whole Home Audio, just add speakers Orchestrate playback of different audio sources in up to three rooms at once from your smartphone. The TX-NR797 has nine amplifier channels and two zone audio DACs supporting D/A audio distribution via Zone 2 and Zone 3 outputs, including HDMI/SPDIF/NET/Bluetooth and supports a variety of speaker layouts including 5.2.2-ch Main + Zone 2 or 5.2-ch + Zone 2 + Zone 3. Quad-core SoC supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi A powerful SoC (System on a Chip) processes multiple tasks at once. It evolves network functions and supports the latest high-speed 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) specification while compatible with 802.11 b/g/n dual-band routers.
