Summary: The list of A/V receivers with HDMI-output scaling is short indeed, though certain to grow. The Sony STR-DA5200ES A/V receiver is, presently, unique on many fronts — n...
Pros: Unique video processing power, flexibility, Nifty, ergonomic GUI, Very solid audio performance
Cons: Some features a long OSD journey away, No convenient channel-level adjustments, No remote illumination or display
Excerpt: presented no surprises. Power was generous in all tests save all-channels-driven, where the receiver topped out at 66 watts all around; note that this is only 4 or 5 d...
Conclusion: I've been a little harsh on the Sony in some areas, notably lackluster video processing of standard definition video, the lack of an OSD and a GUI that leaves me cold....
Pros: Good sound, able to drive difficult speaker loads, My turntable and I thank you, Plenty of digital audio and HDMI inputs
Cons: GUI fine for setup, but inconsistent for normal operations, Analog to digital video conversion held back a year, USB connection "does not recognize" number one portabl...
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