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Denon AVR-688

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Denon AVR-688 Features

Receiver of respect

The AVR688 surround sound receiver is network ready and can integrate into a home networked system when used with the optional ASD-3W/3N iPod docks, allowing more sources for playback than ever before. HDMI 1.3a video switching has been employed for today's demanding HD sources, providing rich color quality for 1080p signals. Digital audio is distributed by either optical or coaxial connections to high speed surround processing circuits, for premium quality Dolby Digital and dts digital decoding. Seven high current style amplifiers are used in the AVR688 to deliver clean, clear performance for unmatched sound quality from your DVD or set top box digital devices. Analog video up conversion makes switching various types of analog video signals easy, as duplicate wiring can be eliminated and signals channeled into one single component video output. Audio delay is provided to allow for exact matching of audio and video signals when signal delays occur from some audio/video sources. The newly styled pre-programmed remote control provides ease of use for the newcomer, or enhanced use for the seasoned user.

Super crisp — and we're not talking about lettuce

We're talking about the image you'll see on your screen when you use the AVR688. Two HDMI (v1.3a) inputs and one output mean you can use today's newest technology in your home theater and enjoy the highest definition audio and visual content possible. HDMI v1.3a has more bandwidth, which allows more information to be passed, so it supports Deep Color and xvYCC color space, meaning an even broader range of colors can be seen on your screen, which equals more realism. "All the colors of the rainbow" may not be enough any more.

Audio to match your video

No matter how great your picture is, the video just doesn't seem real without great sound to match. The AVR688 is equipped with the kind of audio technology that will make the most of your sound content. First, with 75 watts on each of 7 channels, you can enjoy full, powerful surround sound. You'll also get the best of high definition content with high-bandwidth HDMI v1.3a. More bandwidth equals more information transmitted through the cable, so the audio can reach its full potential through stereo, 5.1, Dolby Digital, 7.1, and DTS. For signal decoding, this receiver makes full use of the latest 32-bit floating point DSP. A 192 kHz/24-bit audio DAC is used for all channels. In addition, the AVR688 also utilizes Denon's latest technology for restoring compressed audio formats including MP3, WMA, and AAC, to reproduce a higher frequency range and deeper bass sound. Now, as you watch your favorite movie, your speakers will blend seemlessly into the background, and when combined with the amazing video quality of this receiver, the line between reality and movies will suddenly become blurred.

Hassle-free entertainment

It's Sunday evening. You're throwing a little barbecue for your friends and family. The burgers are grilling, the chips are out, and you want to play a little background music. Once upon a time, this involved digging out an extension cord, dragging your old boombox outside, and rummaging through piles of CDs. Not any more. Expand your horizons to two zones from different sources with the Denon AVR688. This gives you the capability to watch video in your theater room while music plays somewhere else in your house. So, if you have your home set up for it, you could, for example, show the game in your theater room while ambient melodies serenade the barbecue guests. But it gets even better than that. The AVR688 gives you plenty of listening options with its amazing networking capabilities. With additional products not included, you can listen to audio, view photos, and watch video from your iPod, view photos or listen to music from a network, or listen to XM Satellite Radio, in addition to your current A/V components. With this receiver's connectivity and zone options, the possibilities are nearly limitless, and it won't be long before everyone in your neighborhood wants to come to your party.

Sound that fits like a glove

It's not easy to configure the sound settings on your receiver by yourself. Don't worry though; your receiver has your back (and front, and center). On the AVR688, a new auto set-up and Room EQ, with MultEQ XT from Audyssey, gives you overall listening area support using the supplied microphone. In other words, your receiver will "listen" to the sound around it and tailor its sound settings to the room it's in. The AVR688 also provides full support for the most advanced surround playback formats. This receiver features support for Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24, so sit back, relax, and stop worrying about the audio set-up; your receiver will take care of you.

iPod, network, and XM-capable to simplify your music library

You have music on your computer, on your iPod, in your car, in your living space, and everywhere in between. Now you can consolidate your tunes without sacrificing anything. The AVR688 provides a terminal for connecting an iPod on the back panel. With the purchase of either a Denon ASD-1R, an ASD-3N, or an ASD-3W, you can connect and play your iPod through your receiver. This model also features technology that enhances the sound of compressed audio, so your iPod has never sounded better. In addition to iPod compatability, the AVR688 can also play music via a network. With the purchase of either the ASD-3N or ASD-3W, you can use either ethernet or Wi-Fi to play music or view photos from your computer. In addition, this model features an input jack to connect to an XM satellite radio tuner antenna, which enables you to listen to many different audio broadcasts from around the globe. All you need is an optional XM tuner antenna, XM service activation, and a subscription (not included), and then you're ready to go. Now you can watch or listen to all your media through your home set-up, but still bring it with you on your jog or on your drive to work.

Included with purchase

Owner's manual, service station list, remote control, batteries for remote, FM indoor antenna, AM loop antenna, setup microphone.

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