Sony STR-DE998 7.1 Channel Surround Sound Audio/Video Receiver

Take a closer look at the STR-DE998's connections. You can also view the unit's front panel in detail.

You get conveniences, too, like multiroom (Zone 2) outputs with independent source switching, so you can listen to a DVD in the living room while someone else is listening to a CD in the kitchen. What's more, you can use a feature called Amplification Relocation to use the rear-surround amplifiers to power speakers in your designated Zone 2, freeing you from needing an additional amplifier or integrated receiver in that room. The supplied Remote Commander learning LCD remote control comes preprogrammed for a range of devices, and it also learns new commands and has the ability to perform limited macro commands.

Take a closer look at the STR-DE998's remote control.

A set of front-panel audio/video inputs includes an optical digital-audio input and facilitates spontaneous hookups with camcorders, gaming consoles, MP3 players, and minidisc player/recorders.

There's even a phono input for your once or future turntable--yes, they still make 'em, and yes, your vinyl will sound as good or better than ever. The unit's three stereo and one set of multichannel analog audio inputs simplify hookup of, for instance, a cassette deck, a VCR, and a high-resolution audio device that decodes formats like SACD and DVD-Audio. A total of six assignable digital-audio inputs (four optical and two coaxial) accept bitstream feeds from DVD players, CD players, and other digital devices, while a single optical digital-audio out channels sound to a CD or minidisc recorder.

Digital Cinema Sound System is a group of exclusive Sony algorithms (the receiver offers 13 total) that represent a total rethinking of home theater sound based on careful measurements of movie-production dubbing stages in Hollywood. Cinema Studio EX modes offer greater apparent distance from listener to screen and a full array of 10 additional virtual surround speakers.

Sound Field Link applies the last-selected sound field to an input whenever you select the input. For example, if you select STADIUM for the CD input, change to a different input, then return to CD, the receiver will automatically apply the STADIUM sound field.

Other features include a convenient onscreen display, a pair of switched rear-panel AC power outlets for additional components, a gold-plated .25-inch headphone jack, bass and treble tone controls, and discrete circuit devices for the best possible sound from the receiver's amplifiers.

What's in the Box
STR-DE998 receiver, remote control, two AA batteries, FM wire antenna, AM loop antenna, and instruction manual.

Product Description
Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs.PRODUCT FEATURES:110 Watts X 7 (20Hz-20KHz, THD 0.09%);Component Up Conversion from S-Video & Composite;Amplification Relocation;On Screen Display;Dolby Digital EX, dts ES (Neo6), DPLIIx, dts 96/24;7.1 Channel Decoding with Auto Up conversion;LCD Remote Control;Powered 2nd Room Audio;2 Zone/2 Room Control with 2nd Room Audio;2 Assignable HD Component Video In/1 Out;Portable A/V Input;A/V Sync (Variable);Multi-Channel Stereo (Party Mode);Multi-Channel Input (7.1);Phono Input;110 Watts X 7 (20Hz-20KHz, THD 0.09%);Component Up Conversion from S-Video & Composite;Amplifier Relocation - allows you to listen to a different Audio Source in a different room from the same receiver;On Screen Display for easy operation and setup;Dolby Digital EX, dts ES Neo 6, dts ES 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Decoding;7.1 Channel Decoding-Up converts all signals to 7.1 Automatically;LCD Remote Control;Powered Second Room Audio;2 Zone/2 Room Control with 2nd Room Audio;2 Assignable HD Component Video In/1 Out;Portable A/V Input (Digital Optical In, Analog Audio and S-Video and Composite Video In);A/V Sync (Variable)- For Synchronizing Audio to Video Switched;Multi-Channel Stereo (Party Mode);Multi-Channel Input (7.1);Phono Input.