130 Watts x 7 Channels / iPod and XM Compatible options / HDMI for 1080p / YPAO Sound Optimization / Cinema DSP / Remote Control 1080p compatible HDMI (2 in/1 out) High-definition video up-conversion De-interlacing (480i/576i to 480p/576p) Wide-range video bandwidth (100MHz -3 dB, 1080p compatibility) iPod compatibility via optional Yamaha YDS-10 - The optional YDS-10 Universal Dock lets you connect your iPod to this receiver. You can listen to your iPod music and watch iPod images and movies on your monitor via the receiver. You can also operate your iPod via the receiver's remote unit with the On-Screen Display and charge your iPod. Works with - iPod nano, iPod mini, iPod (Click and Wheel) Compressed Music Enhancer iPod song titles displayed on front panel and on-screen display (multi-language compatible) Improved YPAO sound optimization - Yamaha's YPAO system uses a small microphone and sophisticated equalization to automatically set the best sound for any room, no matter where the speakers are Superior zone control with additional zone remote unit Upgraded CINEMA DSP with 22 DSP programs Dolby Digital EX and DTS 96/24 compatibility AM/FM Tuner is XM Ready when used with an optional XM Tuner and antenna (XM service subcription required)
The AVR-2808 is Denon's latest addition to their group of versatile A/V surround receivers. The AVR-2808 incorporates all the current surround formats and enhanced installation flexibility, all with great simplicity of setup and operation. In particular, it adds Dolby Digital TrueHD compatibility which is geared to deliver the excellent sound from BluRay and HD-DVD discs. The AVR-2808 provides Auto Set-Up and Room EQ by Audyssey, which helps you achieve optimized system performance for your specific room. With the accompanying microphone placed at up to six listening positions, the powerful new 32 bit floating point DSP automatically and accurately analyzes, adjusts, and sets the speaker configurations of your system. In addition, Pure Direct mode was designed for those who want the ultimate in sonic quality by shutting down all unused circuitry for the cleanest and most precise stereo sound from any audio component in your system.
We do not want to forget to mention a host of other key features - including multi-zone audio capabilities, two assignable 12 volt ?trigger? outputs, an RS-232 port for computer-controlled touch screen operation, 200ms audio delay for precise synchronization between image and soundtrack, a dedicated iPod / MP3 player connectivity port (dock for iPod is optionally available), 1080p HDMI switching, and an XM Satellite Radio Ready port which accepts an optional "Connect and Play' antenna (XM service required).
If you are searching for a receiver to be the centerpiece and control of an elaborate Home-Theater system with a 1080p HDTV screen, the AVR-2808 undoubtedly assures you the never-before-experienced high quality for which you have been searching. Recommended accessories: optional ASD-1R iPod dock and Headphones.