Onkyo TX-NR696 Home Audio Smart Audio and Video Receiver, Sonos Compatible and Dolby Atmos Enabled, 4K Ultra HD and AirPlay 2

ES A/V Receiver: Elevated performance for all

Redesigned with build quality in mind

• Chassis and sub-chassis
  With the addition of sub-chassis structure on the rear of the front panel, the rigidity of the receiver is increased. This results in a further reduction of vibration and improved sound quality overall.
• Power Supply Capacitors
  The newly designed power supply capacitors, developed by Sony, improve stability and achieve superior sound quality.
• New Large Capacity Power Transformer
  The redesigned power transformer also features a new core material and bobbin to lower distortion and improve sound quality.
• Redeveloped digital section
  The new digital section enables all signal processing to be performed on a single chip while also providing lower impedance, increased capacitance, and better stability.
• New DAC enables 32-bit operations
  Digital PCM signal input is processed at 32-bit and converted to analog by the DAC, while DSD signal input during direct mode is natively input to the DAC and converter to an analog signal.
• Improved analog power for DAC
  The DAC analog power supply uses a low-noise power supply IC to ensure that hi-fidelity performance is achieved.
• Buffer amp for DAC
  A new DAC analog output filter circuit was designed utilizing a JFET and op-amp improvement in noise floor. The phase rotation was shifted to a higher frequency, expanding the bandwidth and improving sound clarity for wide-bandwidth sources like high-resolution audio.
• Sony exclusive integrated circuit
  A sony-exclusive integrated circuit was developed to improve all amplication function the STR-AZ1000ES.
• Fine Sound Resistor
  The special resistance materials and structure, pure copper has been used in the electrodes to achieve high volumes of data with rich, vivid audio quality.

Redefined video tech to power your theater

• 8K & 4K/120 HDMI Connectivity
  Enjoy the latest HDMI technology with support for 8K & 4K/120 video sources. Equipped with two 8K HMDI inputs and two outputs the STR-AZ1000ES is capable of delivering the most stunning picture quality and amazing clarity.
• HDMI 2.1
  While enabling higher quality video output and reduced latency from input devices like game consoles, HDMI 2.1 also provides support for Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).
• Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced
  Enjoy dynamic, realistic picture quality with support for the leading HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced.

Seb Browser Setup
Easily control receiver settings from your mobile device or laptop with the web browser setup option.

6 HDMI Inputs/2 Outputs
The STR-AZ1000ES has six HDMI inputs with two inputs supporting full 8K & 4K/120 video sources, and two HDMI outputs that also support full 8K & 4K/120 video sources

Elevated sound quality and powerful amplification that meets ES standards
With 100 watts, the STR-AZ1000ES delivers cinema-like surround sound and crystal-clear music reproduction with powerful amplification.

Awe inspiring sound for all your entertainment

• Support for the most advanced object-based audio formats
  With support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby Speaker Virtualization, DTS:X, and DTS Virtual: X the STR-AZ1000ES delivers a truly elevated object-based surround-sound experience.
• 360 Spatial Sound Mapping
  Experience true immersion. Sony’s exclusive 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology reproduces a physical sound field that can adapt to your environment and create an experience that feels like a movie theatre or concert hall.
• Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX
  A new technology developed by Sony, Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX precisely corrects the distance, angle, sound pressure, and frequency response of each speaker that’s connected to the STR-AZ1000ES to create the ideal sound field for any home theater setup.
• DSEE Ultimate
  Using AI-based technology, DSEE Ultimate accurately upscales audio to near-high-resolution sound quality, simulating a recording studio or concert environment.

Hi-Res Audio & 360 Reality Audio
Enjoy music the way the artists truly intended with High-Resolution Audio for crystal clear precision or discover a new way of listening with 360 Reality Audio for a truly immersive live concert or studio session experience. With the STR-AZ1000ES, your music comes to life like never before.

• Acoustic Center Sync
  Acoustic Center Sync matches the audio for your compatible BRAVIA TV.
• Center Speaker Lift
  Center Speaker Lift Up raises the sound from the center speaker to match what’s on the TV.
• Go Wireless
  Sony’s SA-RS3S & SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 & SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers (Sold sep.) are compatible with the STR-AZ1000ES. Two subwoofers of the same model may be connected simultaneously to the receiver.

Easy Listening
Listen to all your favorite tracks. The STR-AZ1000ES supports audio streaming via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay

• Works with SONOS
  From the SONOS app you will be able to turn on your A/V receiver, switch to the designated input source for playback and control the volume of your A/V receiver.
• Voice Assistant Compatibility
  Connect to your home’s other devices, and use voice control to operate your receiver with Google Assistant.
• Compatible with Sony Music Center app
  Control the STR-AZ1000ES from your mobile device for operations like source selection, zone control, sound field control, volume control, media playback, and voice assistant setup.

Built for custom install

• Support for Integration
  With support for leading control and remote monitoring systems Control4, Savant, Crestron, and OvrC, the STR-AZ1000ES is built for integration.

Zone 2 & Zone 3
Flexible multi-zone distribution capability.

• USB Front Input with settings save option
  Using the front mounted USB, you can easily apply system updates and during setup, save all receiver settings to a flash drive for backing up and porting over to another unit to replicate settings.
• Flexible setup options
  Installing the STR-AZ1000ES is easy. Setup can be performed via the onscreen Graphical User Interface (GUI).

7.2ch Home Theater AV Receiver | STR-DH790
Give your home entertainment system a cinematic upgrade with the STR-DH790 7.2ch AV receiver. Experience the same all-encompassing surround sound you get in movie theaters at home with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. eARC1, 2 lets you enjoy these latest audio formats with one-cable HDMI connection from your compatible TV. Plus, superior picture quality to match with 4K HDR pass-through.

Get lost in the action with Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos delivers breathtaking realism with 360? surround sound by accurately positioning sound from every angle in your environment-even from above. The result is rich audio that completely envelops you.

Lifelike sound whatever the setup with DTS:X
DTS:X decoding delivers multi-dimensional surround sound that adapts to your speaker configuration in real time. Sound is positioned precisely around and above you, thanks to object-based audio decoding.

Immersive 5.1.2ch sound from every angle
Put yourself at the heart of the action with an immersive 5.1.2 channel surround speaker system, delivering lifelike audio from every angle-even above.

Space-optimized 7.1ch cinematic sound
Get the real big screen experience with a fully-fledged 7.1 channel surround speaker system. The ideal way to close up any gaps in your sound space-even in bigger rooms.

All round virtual surround with S-Force PRO
Ideal for smaller rooms, S-Force PRO front surround delivers a virtual surround acoustic field using only two speakers.

Superior audio with Advanced D.C.A.C.
If you’re working with different combinations of speakers, our seamless auto calibration technology will have them all delivering the same high-quality sound. Automatic Phase Matching aligns the phase characteristics of your speakers to the front left and right speaker channels, so that all channels work perfectly together delivering a more effective surround sound experience.

A clearer picture with High Dynamic Range
By supporting High Dynamic Range (HDR) signal pass-through, you can enjoy the incredible jump in contrast and brightness it brings-and the additional shadow detail and highlights further enhance picture detail and brings color to life. Latest HDR standards such as HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) and Dolby Vision are supported.

Consistently stunning 4K quality
Maintain 4K quality from source to screen-the 4K pass-through feature allows data to pass through the receiver without compromising image quality, and is HDCP 2.2 compatible.

Smarter Bluetooth connectivity
Not only can you connect to the STR-DH790 through Bluetooth and play all your favorite tracks, but with Bluetooth Standby, you can turn your receiver on straight from your paired smartphone or tablet.

Smooth control
The sleek, understated control panel will blend seamlessly with any decor.

Get connected
Just plug in and press play. With four HDMI inputs and one output, optical/coaxial digital and analog audio connections, you can connect your UHD Blu-ray Disc player, TV and games console easily.

Streamlined slim design
With a robust, space-saving design, the receiver can easily fit into your media unit. Plus, a rigid chassis reduces vibration to help maintain signal fidelity.

Powerful 3 DSPs
3 powerful digital signal processors support the latest sound formats like Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, ensuring the highest accuracy in signal decoding.

Power amplifier for minimal distortion
The power amplifier uses a glass-epoxy circuit board for reduced vibration and distortion, giving clear, high power from each of the discrete amplifiers.

Constructed for precision
A reinforced frame and beam chassis design reduces external speaker sound pressure for more focused, powerful sound.

Large capacity power transformer built for clarity
Care and attention to the highest quality audio starts with the power transformer.

A metal framework protects the circuits
The metal framework and heat sink bracket shield the circuits from sound pressure and radiation, for high-rigidity and clearer sound quality.

Expertly designed to prevent overheating
The heat sink’s specially designed fins maximize air intake, keeping the amplifier circuit cool and protecting it against unwanted sound pressure.

Control made easy with a graphic user interface
It’s easy to navigate your receiver’s settings thanks to an intuitive home menu. Control what you watch, identify which devices are connected and choose how you want to listen with pre-set sound modes.

The Way The Artists Truly Intended
Enjoy the subtlest nuances of studio-quality sound in higher than CD quality with High-Resolution Audio. Passion for music unites every component from signal to speaker so it feels like the artist is performing right in front of you.