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Denon AVR-S970H 7.2 Channel 8K Home Theater Receiver with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X and HEOS Built-In

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Overview

Product Information

Model: AVR-S970H | UPC: 747192138523

Specifications

What's In The Box

Product Information
Model: AVR-S970H | UPC: 747192138523

Upgrade Your Home Theater

Powering 90W per channel, the Denon AVR-S970H 7.2 channel 8K AV receiver delivers fully immersive 3D audio experience, amazing picture quality and lag-free gaming experience thanks to Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and the latest HDMI technology featuring HDR10+, Dolby Vision™, 8K/60 and 4K/120 passthrough. Powered by HEOS® built-in technology, stream wirelessly your favorite music tracks through Spotify, Tidal, Amazon Music HD, AirPlay 2, and more. With their award-winning Denon Setup Assistant and Audyssey MultEQ room correction technology, the AVR-S970H ensures your system sounds better than ever.

Features

  • Immersive sound from 7.2 channels, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
  • Simple, intuitive setup
  • HEOS Built-in, with WiFi and Bluetooth
  • Audyssey Room Correction Suite
  • Increased HDMI 2.1 Connectivity
  • HDMI +5V output power 300mA capability for all outputs

High-Performance Discrete 7-Channel Amplifier

Discrete high-current amplifiers on all channels to deliver up to 90W per channel (at 8 ohms, 20-20kHz, THD 0.08%)—enough power to drive any speaker.

Immersive Audio Experience

Get immersed in music and movies with Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® plus Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixer to optimize older content.

Advanced 8k Home Theater

8K video is supported on three of six HDMI inputs and one of the two outputs. Enjoy easy video compatibility and great picture quality with HLG, HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dynamic HDR pass-through.

Heos® Built-In Technology

Stream music wirelessly to compatible HEOS-enabled components from a variety of streaming services. Add Denon Home speakers to more rooms and control it all with the HEOS app.

Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Provides both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for your wireless network or direct music streaming from your smart devices. Use AirPlay to stream Apple Music.

Simple Setup and Audyssey Room Correction Technology

The award-winning guided Denon Setup Assistant provides clear step-bby step instructions to get you started. Includes Audyssey EQ software for accurate calibration that optimizes the listening experience in your room.

110+ Years Of Innovation

Founded in 1910, Denon enables the moments that matter through the relentless pursuit of quality, innovation, and audio performance.

Specifications
  • Multichannel Surround 
    • DTS HD Master, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro: Yes, Yes, No
    • DTS Neo:X, DTS Neural:X: Yes, No
    • DTS Virtual:X: Yes
    • IMAX Enhanced: No
    • Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
    • Dolby ProLogic Ilz, Dolby Surround: Yes, No
    • Auro 3D: No
    • 360 Reality Audio/MPEG H: No
    • Multichannel Stereo: Yes
    • Max. Number of Processing (Pre-Amp) Channels: 7.1
  • Sound Enhancements   
    • Mono Block Power Amp Construction: No
    • Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes
    • D.D.S.C. HD Digital: No
    • Pure Direct: Yes
    • Gold-Plated RCA Terminals: No
    • Clock Jitter Reducer: No
    • Alpha Processing: No
    • Audyssey: MultEQ
    • Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume: Yes, Yes
    • Audyssey LFC: No
    • Dirac Live Upgradability: No
    • Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes
  • Network             
    • Media Server: Yes
    • HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Yes
    • Alexa/Google Voice Assistant/Apple HomePod: Yes, Yes, Yes
    • Lossy Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC: Yes, Yes, Yes
    • Lossless Formats: FLAC, ALAC, WAV: Yes, Yes, Yes
    • Lossless Formats: FLAC HD, WAV, ALAC (all 192kHz/24 bit): Yes, Yes, Yes
    • DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (2.8/5.6MHz)
    • AirPlay 2: Yes
    • TuneIn: Yes
    • Spotify Connect: Yes
    • Pandora: Yes
    • SiriusXM: Yes
    • Roon Tested: Yes
    • HEOS App Control: Yes
    • Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones: Denon 2016 AVR Remote
    • Ethernet Ports: Yes
    • Wi-Fi: Yes
    • Bluetooth: Yes
  • HDMI   
    • HDMI Inputs: Back, Front: 6, No
    • HDCP2.3 Support: Yes
    • HDMI Outputs: Main, Zone: 2 / No
    • HDMI 2.1: 8K/60Hz AB, 4K/120Hz AB: Yes, Yes
    • HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
    • ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-Through for Gaming: Yes
    • Variable Refresh Rate, Quick Flame Transport, Quick Media Switching: Yes, Yes, No
    • 3D Signal Pass-Through: Yes
    • 8K Signal Pass-Through, Scaling, GUI Overlay: Yes, Yes, Yes
    • DSD Audio Capability: No
    • Audio Return Channel (ARC), Enhanced ARC: Yes, Yes
    • Auto LipSync: Yes
  • Multiroom / CI 
    • Multi-Room Zones: 2
    • Zone Audio Source: HDMI;  Optical, Coax,  Network,  USB; Analog: Yes (2ch), Yes (2ch), Yes, Yes
    • Zone Audio Output: Speaker, Pre-Out: Yes, No
    • Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: No
    • IP Control, RS232 Control, Web Control, App Control: Yes, No, Yes, Yes
    • Remote In/Out: No, No
    • DC Trigger Output: No
    • HDMI Diagnostics: Yes
  • Others 
    • Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ
    • Front Display: 1-Line FLD
    • GUI Languages: 3
    • Setup Assistant: Yes
    • Quick Select Plus, Quick Select: Yes, No
    • Variable Crossover: Yes
    • Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes
    • Bass Sync: No
    • ECO Mode: Yes
    • Auto Power Off: Yes
    • Sleep Timer: Yes
  • Inputs/Outputs
    • Video   
      • HDMI In, Out: 6, 2
      • Multi-Room Video Out: Video, HDMI: No, No
    • Audio   
      • Analog In, Out: 4, No
      • Phono (MM) In: Yes
      • Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2, 1
      • Multi-Room Out: Analog, Digital: No, No
      • Multichannel Pre-Out: Yes (0.2)
      • Subwoofer Out: 2
  • Other   
    • Speaker Terminal: Gold-Plated Screw, Regular Screw: Yes, No
    • Number of Speaker Terminals: 7
    • Speaker A/B: No
    • Bi-Amp Drive: No
    • Multi-Room Speaker Terminal: Assignable
    • Front Inputs: Audio, Composite, Digital (Opt), HDMI, USB: No, No, No, No, Yes
    • USB Audio, Made for iPod, Made for iPhone: Yes, No, No
    • AM/FM Tuner: Yes
  • Power  
    • Number of Power Amps: 7
    • Power Output (8 ohm, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): 90W
    • Power Output (8 ohm, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05% 2ch Drive): No
    • Power Output (6 ohm, 1kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 125W
    • Power Output (6 ohm, 1kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 185W
  • General
    • Metal Front Panel: No
    • System Remote Control: RC-1253
    • Pre-Programmed, Learnable, LCD Display: No, No, No
    • Power Consumption in W: 500
    • Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO on/off) in W: 35W/75W
    • Standby Consumption in W: 0.1
    • CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5
    • Network Standby Consumption in W: Less than 2.0
    • Maximum Dimensions (W x H x D)
      • W/ Antenna Horizontal: 17.1” x 6.6” x 13.4”
      • W/ Antenna Vertical: 17.1” x 9.3” x 13.4”
      • W/o Antenna: 17.1” x 6.6” x 13.0”
      • Weight in lbs: 21.0

What's In The Box
  • AVR-S970H 7.2 Channel 8K Home Theater Receiver with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X and HEOS Built-In
  • Remote Control
  • Batteries
  • AM/FM Antennas
  • AC Cord
  • Audyssey Microphone
  • Quick Start Guide

 

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