An AV Receiver is the central control unit of a home theater system that processes audio and video signals from multiple sources.
AV Receivers connect televisions, speakers, gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, and streaming devices while decoding advanced surround sound formats. They also distribute video through HDMI and manage multiple input/output devices.
Common Features
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Multiple HDMI inputs and outputs
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Dolby Atmos & DTS:X decoding
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4K/8K video pass-through
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Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
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Multi-room audio
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Automatic speaker calibration
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USB playback
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Network streaming
Common Types
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5.1 Channel Receiver
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7.2 Channel Receiver
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9.2 Channel Receiver
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Network AV Receiver
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Dolby Atmos Receiver
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Multi-Zone Receiver
Common Applications
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Home theaters
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Entertainment rooms
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Gaming rooms
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Conference halls
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Audio distribution systems
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Media centers