Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100

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  • Great sound quality (9)
  • Easy setup (4)
  • Accurate controls (3)
  • Attractive design (3)
  • Durable (3)
  • Good power output (2)
  • Compact (1)
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  • Difficult to set up (1)
  • Needs a bigger screen (1)
  • Poor component resolution (1)

Best Uses

  • Large rooms (4)
  • Entertainment (3)
  • Home theater (3)
  • Smaller rooms / apartments (2)
  • Audiophiles (1)
  • Basic systems (1)
  • Medium sized rooms (1)
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Create the most satisfying HD experience. The STR-DG1100 7.1 A/V receiver is a video-centric entertainment hub that grants your most demanding audio and video wishes. With the most modern advancements in video imaging and audio reproduction, this receiver makes it easy to enjoy the highest-quality sights and sounds. Using the award-winning Xross Media Bar(TM) inspired user interface with Faroudja(R) DCDi(TM) Cinema technology, the STR-DG1100 makes upscaling video sources to 1080p simple-even if you're a novice. This receiver also boasts BRAVIA(R) Theater Sync technology, Digital Media Port and supports the continued expansion of high-definition content such as Blu-ray Disc(TM) media. This new model supports both 1080/60p and 24p video formats, x.v.Color (xvYCC) and offers three HDMI(TM) inputs.

Optimized for Blu-ray Disc and Other HD Sources
The STR-DG1100 is engineered to be the ideal Blu-ray Disc (R) A/V receiver, fully compatible with the Sony(R) family of Blu-ray Disc Players. Superior video switching and audio performance ensure seamless compatibility with today's demanding HD sources. The STR-DG1100 features up to three High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI(TM)) inputs which are capable of accepting resolutions up to 1080p, offering the full video quality that Blu-ray Disc(R) format can deliver.

Up to 8 channels of Linear PCM audio
Provides full compatibility with Blu-ray Disc(R) format's linear PCM (uncompressed) output, producing up to eight channels of high quality audio reproduction.

HDMI Active Intelligence
The receiver can detect and receive the best possible video and audio signals from all connected devices-making connection and performance as simple as plugging in a single wire. Sony's HDMI Active Intelligence, produces both audio and video through one HDMI cable. (sold separately).

Faroudja DCDi CINEMA Chipset for Up Scaling to 1080p
IC processor developed by Faroudja(R), and first used by Sony, which will up scale and up convert all video signals (less than 1080p) to 1080p via HDMI4 This chipset corrects image jaggedness; reduces block noise and reproduces true to original colors. The end result is a beautiful and smooth high definition image.

Xross Media Bar Inspired Graphic User Interface
An on-screen menu system that simplifies the most complex operations of an A/V receiver for home theater applications. This advanced menu system incorporates icons, an easy to follow tree system and a blending technique so users know exactly where they are amongst the various settings while still watching their main video source (up to 1080i). The menu includes access to DIGITAL MEDIA PORT accessories (sold separately), the ability to assign HDMI inputs and independent A/V sync control for each input. It's simple. Just pick up the remote and a whole new experience will be revealed.

Down Conversion
Component and S-video sources can be down converted to lower resolution outputs, thus customizing video connectivity to home theater requirements from a single source. Also, both receivers can take HD sources from component video and down convert the signal for use with composite or S-Video ouputs. This is ideal for distributing video through multiple rooms with less wires.

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration
An ideal listening experience is only a button away. Simply place the included microphone in your listening position, push a single button and speaker position, distance and delays are automatically calibrated. Sony's Digital Signal Processing uses feedback between the microphone and receiver to optimize sound settings.

Sirius and XM Connect-and-Play Ready with Neural Surround
A world of digital radio at your fingertips. Connect the optional antenna for either Sirius and/or XM subscription service and enjoy the variety and quality of digital radio with the superior sound quality of an A/V receiver. In addition to stereo, you can enjoy 5.1 surround broadcasting. XM radio is a satellite radio service that provides pay-for-service radio, analogous to cable television.

Portable Audio Enhancer
The 7.1 A/V Receivers are ideal for today's portables. A powerful Digital Signal Processor expands the quality of sound from any connected device. Simplified front-side audio and video connections make it easy to play portables through the receiver.

Specification Description
Model STR-DG1100, STRDG1100
UPC 027242710931
AC Outlets 2
AC Outlets Switched
Analog Audio (1) Rear Output
Analog Audio (3) Rear Input
Analog Audio / Video (1) Front Input
Analog Audio / Video (1) Rear Output
Analog Audio / Video (4) Rear Input
Coaxial (3) Rear Input
Color Black
Component Video (1) Rear Output
Component Video (3) Rear Input
Depth (Inches) 17
DMP (Digital Media Port) (1) Rear Input
HDMI (1) Rear Output
HDMI (3) Rear Input
Headphone Jack (1) Front Output
Height (Inches) 7
iPod Integration Yes
Monitor Output (1) Composite Video
Multi-Channel (1) 7.1 Channel Input
Multi-Room (1) Rear Output
Multi-Room/Multi-Source Yes
On Screen Display Yes
Optical (1) Front Input
Optical (1) Rear Output
Optical (4) Rear Input
Phono (1) Rear Input
Remote Control Included
Satellite Radio Sirius Satellite Radio Ready
Satellite Radio XM Radio Ready
Speaker Switching A+B
Speaker Switching A/B
Speaker Terminals 5-Way Binding Post
Stereo Power Rating 100 Watts x 2
Subwoofer Preamplifier (1) Rear Output
Surround Modes DTS 96/24
Surround Modes DTS ES
Surround Modes DTS NEO:6
Surround Modes Digital Cinema Sound
Surround Modes Dolby Digital
Surround Modes Dolby Digital EX
Surround Modes Dolby Pro Logic
Surround Modes Dolby Pro Logic II
Surround Modes Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Surround Power Rating 100 Watts x 7
Tuner AM
Tuner FM
Tuner Sirius Satellite Radio Ready
Tuner XM Radio Ready
Video Conversion Composite to S-Video/Component
Video Conversion to HDMI
Weight (Pounds) 34.18
Width (Inches) 17

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Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100 Review

Greatist A/V receiver I've Owned

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Clear sound
  • Compact
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Entertainment
  • Larger Rooms
  • Production quality
 

"I use this with 7 JBL small speakers and a Yamaha sub-woofer with a 46 inch Sony Bravia TV and all I can say is WOW!!! This receiver was very easy to hook up and also easy to use the menus to set it up to your liking. With 3 HDMI inputs it handles a DVD player and a Blue-Ray player the way you would …"  Read Full Review »

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Apr 13 2008
Sorry no nickname
Northern NJ
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Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100 Review

Sony STR-DG1100 A/V Receiver

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Difficult To Set Up

    Best Uses

  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
 

"This receiver was a replacement to update my system. My last A/V Receiver was a Sony 935. The new receiver is excellent but with all the micro processesors it sort of does it's own thing and you have to learn to think somewhat like it does.



Read the instructions slowly and carefully and you wil …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 13 2008
Dave
Oklahoma
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Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100 Review

You Can't Beat Sony Technology

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Clear sound
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Great Sound

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Entertainment
  • Larger Rooms
  • Medium sized rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"This is the fourth Sony receiver I've owned and it just keeps getting better and better.I use this receiver in my living room with seven speakers and a powerful sub-woofer, connected to a large LCD high definition TV.All I can say is WOW!!! You can hear a pin drop or you can hear a bomb explode and …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 22 2008
ED THE RECORDER
Northern NJ
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  • Musically Inclined
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Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100 Review

Very good and excellent video

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Theater
 

"I installed this unit in a home theater system in a smaller room. I have Axiom floor and center speakers. The audio output is very good; the digital upconversion is excellent...though fuzzy videos from VHS tapes are only marginally improved in the conversion process. FM reception is good with good …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 21 2008
Da_Professor
Portland, ME
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Sony 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver - STR-DG1100 Review

The best system from Sony

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Needs a bigger screen

    Best Uses

  • Audiophiles
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"This is truly one of Sony's best receivers of all time. It may not be pretty on the outside but the inside is outstanding. The sound it produces is very true. If you are looking for a true home theater system, you can't go wrong for the money on this one. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 13 2008
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