Awesome amplification and precise processing

The HT-S9100THX is the first THX I/S Plus certified system to handle full high-definition processing of 1080p video and the master quality of Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio&trade. Whatever input you choose, whether gaming, movies, broadcasts, or music, the HTS9100THX draws on a reservoir of precise amplification power to create a breathtaking home entertainment experience. With video upscaling, revolutionary audio equalization and acoustic treatment technologies, and integrated control with leading display brands, the HT-S9100THX is a fail-safe solution for most home environments.

A dream come true

You've dreamed of it for years, never imagining it would actually happen, but it has! THX-certified sound is available in an affordable home theater system. The HTS9100THX earns the THX seal of approval with its powerful 7.1-Channel receiver and speaker package. Developed by Lucasfilm in 1983, THX is a high-fidelity sound reproduction system used as a quality assurance measure. Most people are used to hearing the distinctive crescendo, called "Deep Note," at the beginning of movies in the theater. It assures that the movie meets the highest standards of sound and video quality. In the past, achieving THX-quality sound in your home theater was an extremely costly venture. Now, Onkyo's HTS9100THX offers you the exceptional quality of a THX system for a reasonable cost. So fire up your favorite movie and listen to that beautiful signal that your system is the best it can be.

Power and authority

All too often, home theater packages disappoint their buyers. They are underpowered, poorly engineered, and over-rated. Onkyo has emphatically resolved these shortcomings with the HTS9100 7.1-channel receiver/speaker package. In terms of power, the HTS9100's seven channels deliver with power and authority. But sheer power means nothing without the audio circuitry design, technology, and quality parts to back it up. Just like you'll find in Onkyo separate components, it's the core elements -- WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology), Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry, 192 kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters, a 32-bit DSP processing chip, and an H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) -- that provide the backbone for the home theater performance that is noticeably lacking in today's market. Admirably supported by the 7.1-channel speaker system (an impressive package in its own right), the HTS9100 distinguishes itself as a home theater system for the mid-to large-sized family home.

Speaking of speakers

This speaker package exudes a feeling of power. Providing a more-than-capable match for the receiver, this package of seven speakers includes two fronts and a center channel (all with dual 5" A-OMF midrange woofers and 1" soft-dome tweeters), four surrounds (with 5" woofers and 1" tweeters), and a 290-watt powered subwoofer with a 12" cone driver. Onkyo features the Advanced Onkyo Micro Fiber (OMF) diaphragm in each 5" woofer. A-OMF utilizes a pure cotton weave and a polyethylene naphthalate (PEN) layer to absorb vibrations, maintain strength, and resist heat. Thin and rigid, this fiber enables a fast, accurate response, which brings an exceptional midrange clarity to this system. With the HTS9100, you can enjoy the movie the way the directors meant it to be heard. Only now, you're at home.

WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)

Originally developed for Onkyo's high-end receivers, WRAT is a collection of proprietary technologies that achieves three fundamental goals in the pursuit of superior home theater: wider frequency response, reduced amplifier distortion at high volume, and better control of current and electric/mechanical kick-back from speakers. WRAT ensures that you're getting the audio performance necessary for a range of video content and enables quality playback from high-resolution formats like DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, as well as your regular CDs and DVDs.

Craziness! 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels?

Yep. Crazy, but true. The HTS9100 incorporates 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels. You can expect these DACs to give you a comparable audio quality to separate components. With a much higher resolution than the incoming signal, the DACs enable the receiver to generate a more accurate audio playback. Also, the DAC's 128x oversampling rate optimizes the signal-to-noise ratio and increases clock jitter tolerance. You'll be hard pressed to find home theater packages incorporating these DACs at all, let alone for all channels. Enjoy!

Included with purchase

Color-coded speaker cables, remote control.

Comparison Specifications

• 1200W total system power (130W x 7 channels + 290W powered subwoofer)
• THX Loudness Plus, THX Surround EX, THX Listening Modes (movies, games, music), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High-Resolution Audio decoding
• 2-way acoustic-suspension front/center speakers, dual 5" A-OMF diaphragm cones, 1" soft-dome tweeters
• 2-way surround speakers, 5" A-OMF diaphragm cones, 1" soft-dome tweeters
• 290W powered subwoofer, acoustic-suspension design, 12" cone driver
• 4 HDMI V1.3a repeater inputs/1 output (1080p compatible), 2 component video inputs (500MHz), 3 S-Video inputs/1 output, 4 composite video inputs/1 output
• 2 optical digital audio inputs, 2 coaxial digital audio inputs, 6 audio inputs/2 outputs
• 7.1 multi-channel inputs, front auxiliary input (for camcorders, game consoles, etc.)
• THX Integrated System Plus certified
• Pre-programmed remote control included

Additional Specifications

• HDMI 1080i upscaling powered by Faroudja DCDi Edge
• iPod ready (with optional dock)
• Speaker A/+B
• Music optimizer
• Audyssey 2EQ for room correction and speaker calibration
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ for loudness correction
• Color-coded speaker terminals
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) massive high power transformer
• WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
• 192kHz/24-bit audio digital/analog converters for all channels

Manufacturer Specifications

• Advanced 32-bit processing DSP chip
• A-Form listening memory mode
• Music Optimizer for compressed music files
• Theater-Dimensional virtual surround function, double bass function
• Crossover adjustment at 40/50/60/80/100/120/150/200 Hz or bass management
• A/V synchronization function (up to 100 ms in 20 ms steps)
• Newly designed graphical user interface for system set-up
• Receiver: 17.13" W x 5.94" H x 14.81" D, 24.9 lbs.
• Front speakers: 6.25" W x 17.06" H x 781" D, 11.7 lbs.
• Center channel speaker: 17.06" W x 6.25" H x 7.81" D, 11.7 lbs.

Dimensional Specifications

• Surround/surround back speakers: 7.88" W x 10.81" H x 6.63" D, 7.7 lbs.
• Subwoofer: 14.94" W x 17.5" H x 16.88" D, 34.2 lbs.

Onkyo HT-S9100THX Warranty Details

Two-year limited warranty

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