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Features
 | Power and Processing: |
| 50 watts x 7 into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.07% THD |
| Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD™ Master Audio, Dolby® Digital Plus, DTS-HD™ High Resolution Audio, Pro Logic® IIx |
| EzSet/EQ™ auto speaker setup (microphone included) |
| component video-to-HDMI video conversion for a streamlined, single-cable connection to an HDTV |
| Logic 7® processing enhances two-channel music and movie sources for surround sound effects |
| Harman Headphone virtual surround processing emulates surround sound with standard headphones |
| Connections: |
| 1080p-compatible HDMI digital video switching (3 in, 1 out) |
| HDMI version 1.3 with support for Deep Color |
| component video switching (2 in, 1 out) |
| digital audio inputs: 3 optical (including 1 front-panel) and 3 coaxial (including one front-panel) |
| 4 audio/video inputs, including: |
| 1 front-panel input with composite video |
| 3 rear-panel inputs with composite video |
| 2 audio-only inputs |
| rear-panel minijack input for connecting a portable music player |
| 7.1-channel analog audio preamp inputs |
| 1 pair of main speaker outputs |
| General Features: |
| on-screen display for easier setup and operation |
| 30 AM/FM presets |
| multibrand remote |
| 17-3/8"W x 5-15/16"H x 15-1/8"D |
| weight: 21 lbs. |
| warranty: 2 years |