Create an immersive home theater experience, enjoy smooth 4K/120 gameplay, and deliver whole-home audio when you create a home entertainment system with the Sony STR-AZ1000ES 7.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver. Six HDMI inputs (two for 8K or 4K/120) combine with 7.2 channels of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-based audio, for movies that look amazing and surround you with sound from all directions. Support for the latest in HDR technology enhances this experience with deeper blacks and rich contrast. Dual HDMI outputs and Zone 2/Zone 3 functionality allows two different rooms to watch their own UHD content, with a third zone enjoying audio playback. Playback from local or online sources, thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet connectivity.

Up to 100W per Channel at 8 Ohms    6 x HDMI Inputs with 2 x for 8K & 4K/120    Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Support    Sonos System Integration with Sonos Port    HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG & IMAX Enhanced    Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & Ethernet Connectivity    Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX    360 Spatial Sound Mapping    Voice Control with Google Assistant    Zone 2 & Zone 3 Content Expansion

The six HDMI inputs and dual outputs support the HDMI 2.1 specification, which enables higher quality content thanks to low-latency technologies, such as ALLM (Auto Low-Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate). Video content at up to 8K resolution is supported, in addition to 4K at 120 Hz for smoother next-gen gameplay for two of the inputs. To improve realism, the STR-AZ1000ES supports many HDR standards, such as HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, and IMAX Enhanced.

Supporting 7.2 channels of audio at 100W per channel, the STR-AZ1000ES allows you to fill your space with enough speakers and subwoofers to replicate a theater environment. Supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, object-based and height effects make compatible movie soundtracks come alive. This kind of fidelity is applied to music as well, with Hi-Res, Hi-Res Wireless, and 360 Reality Audio support, making you feel as if the artist is with you in the room.

These audio technologies are joined by room calibration technologies that work to create a sound reproduction that's custom to your environment. 360 Spatial Sound Mapping reproduces a physical sound field to emulate a movie theater or concert hall. Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX precisely corrects the distance, angle, sound pressure, and frequency response of each of your speakers to create the ideal sound field.

Two different center channel modes can be used to alter how this primary speaker is used when watching TV and movies. Acoustic Center Sync matches the audio to your compatible BRAVIA TV. Center Speaker Lift raises the center speaker sound to match what's on TV.

Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet connectivity, you can stream music, podcasts, and internet radio from a local media library or hundreds of online services. The STR-AZ1000ES supports Spotify Connect, Chromecast built-in, and Apple AirPlay to expand your streaming options.

The STR-AZ1000ES is made to work with your existing SONOS speaker system. From the SONOS app, you can turn on the receiver, switch to the desired input, and adjust the volume.

Using Google Assistant and working with Google Home, the STR-AZ1000ES can connect to compatible smart speakers in your home, letting you use your voice through them to operate the receiver.

With the Sony Music Center app installed on your smartphone or tablet, you can remotely control various aspects of the STR-AZ1000ES. Control source selection, zone, sound field, volume, media playback, and setup your voice assistant.

Seamlessly integrate the STR-AZ1000ES with your Roon system for full access to all of your music, including digital files and streaming services in one place.

The solidly built STR-AZ1000ES features a sub-chassis structure on the rear of the front panel to increase overall rigidity, and has the added benefit of reducing vibration. Inside is a new DAC that supports 32-bit processing of PCM and direct native DSD signals. There are also a variety of newly designed components and circuit boards that all work to reduce resonance, lower impedance, and provide a more stable, clear audio signal.

• DSEE Ultimate support for accurate AI-based upscaled audio to near-high-resolution quality
• A large power transformer and newly designed power supply capacitors work to improve sound quality through better stability and lower distortion
• Compatible with custom wall installations
• Supports leading control and remote monitoring systems, such as control4, Savant, Crestron, and OvrC
• Easy setup via front-panel controls or on-screen GUI
• Two IR repeaters for external device control
• Front USB-A port for applying system updates or saving settings to port to another receiver
• RS-232C port for control system configuration
• Web UI can be unlocked with a firmware download

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. why i do not see atmos word on the display panel?

A: Ensure that you're watching Atmos content, You can also check if you're not using one of the different sound profiles,besides that ensure that the display set to on and not dimmed or off.

Q: 2. Does it come with mic calibration and remote

A: Yes the Sony STR-DH790 comes with a calibration microphone and a remote.

Q: 3. Could we connect two Subwoofer?

A: The Sony STR-DH790 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver BH #SOSTRDH790 is designed for use with a single subwoofer.

Q: 4. Does this support e-arc lossless DTS and atoms? I'm finding conflicting reports that the later manufactured version does support e-arc. I need to know this before I purchase.

A: Yes, the Sony STR-DH790 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver (B&H # SOSTRDH790) supports both lossless DTS and Dolby Atmos formats over eARC. Sony has a full list of supported formats on page 60 of the manual: https://bhpho.to/3Ksyurv

Q: 5. Very happy with this product except one issue. Every time I turn it on, I have to re-select the input and the audio option. It seems to have no memory of how I last used it, so I have to hit 2 buttons every time. Is there a way to set a preference where I don't have do this?

A: As others have said, it should power up to the last selected input. I would make sure that it is updated.

Q: 6. I cannot see ATMOS word on the display panel when it plays?

A: You should ensure that you are watching Atmos content.

Q: 7. Can you hook up a turntable?

A: As long as your turntable table has a phono pre-amp out.

Q: 8. I need 240 AC unit. Can I know this is available to order? Thanks,

A: I'm sorry, Sony only allows US dealers to sell the 120 VAC, 60 Hz version. We cannot order the 240V models. They are available in other regions.

Q: 9. does this unit have a multi zone function?

A: After looking through the Manual, I am not finding any 2 Zone adjustment setting. Here is a link I found with the receiver settings. https://helpguide.sony.net/ha/strdh79/v1/en/contents/TP0001605067.html

Q: 10. Can it work as 3.1 with Samsung TV ?

A: Yes, when configuring the speaker pattern, this receiver can be set up for 3.1. Also this receiver would be compatible with any Samsung TV.