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Sony debuts HDMI in 2006-2007 A/V receiver lineup

Philip Wong  |  Mar 20, 2006

Getting ear fatigue from the puny sounds offered by your home-theater-in-a-box and eyeing a component-level equipment upgrade? Check out the upcoming 2006-2007 range of Sony A/V receivers (AVR). There are five models available, starting from the high-end STR-DG800 to the entry-level STR-DE400.

Common features include proprietary Digital Cinema Auto Calibration, 32-bit digital signal processor for surround sound decoding, Digital Cinema Sound, adjustable lip synchronization (A/V Sync), High-Definition-compatible component-video switching and multifunctional remote controller.

The STR-DG800 and DG700 also come with HDMI switching and component-video upscaling capabilities for a complete one-cable HD connectivity. Here's a snapshot of the availability and pricing of the five models heading for Asia.

Model
Pricing
Launch date
Availability
TBA
May
Thailand, Hong Kong and Taiwan
S$599 (US$426.97)
TBA
Singapore
TBA
March
Thailand and Hong Kong
S$499 (US$355.69)
March
Singapore, Korea, Taiwan and Malaysia
S$399 (US$284.41)
TBA
Singapore, Korea, Taiwan and Malaysia

Above pricing is applicable for only the Singapore market.
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