R-771
7.1 Receiver with Features for Custom Installation
One of the latest additions to the Sherwood Newcastle lineup,
the R-771 continues our long tradition of sonic excellence and exceptional
build quality while adding virtually every feature demanded by advanced users
and the Custom Install fraternity. Items like 100 MHz
component video bandwidth, re-configurable amplifiers and RS-232 control are
no longer confined to the upper pricing stratosphere. They are available today,
reasonably priced, from Sherwood Newcastle.
The R-771 features fully discrete amplifiers
with high current capability and equal power for all 7 channels.
With bandwidth of 100 kHz and worst-case signal to noise ratio
exceeding 96 dB, it's fully compatible with the playback requirements
for today's most demanding sources: DVD-A and SACD.
For decoding and playback enhancements, the
R-771 uses TI's latest 32-bit marvel, the DA-607. Critical
D to A conversion is carried out superbly by the AK4588, a 192
kHz/24-bit device from AKM with dynamic range of 106 dB. The R-771
uses the same company's AK4588 for Analog to Digital conversion.
The R-771 offers impressive decoding. Its
abilities include: DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix; DTS-96/24; DTS NEO-6
Movie and Music; Dolby Digital EX; Dolby Pro Logic IIx; Dolby Headphone
Layers 1, 2, 3; and Dolby Virtual Speaker. This is virtually every
format available today. It even ReMasters legacy PCM material
such as CDs to 96 kHz sampling frequency and 24-bit word depth
for improved sound.
The R-771 also offers automatic system set-up
for channel level and distance and both offer SNAP (Sherwood Newcastle
Automatic Parametric) Room EQ. SNAP uses digital
FIR filters to flatten system response and, once Auto-Setup and
SNAP are enabled, system performance jumps into focus.
Field Upgradeable: The R-771 can be upgraded in the
field to take advantage of new technologies as they become available
via its rear-panel RS-232 connection, which also provides a means
for advanced communications with third-party control systems such
as touchpads, touchscreens or the like.
Universal Video: To ease system operation and video
selection, the R-771 offers on-screen display and operational control
from all three video outputs: composite, S-Video and Component Video.
In addition, it transcodes (up-converts) all video inputs to a single
component video output. With only one video connection necessary
between the receiver and the TV, system installation and operation
are significantly simplified.
Component Video Switching: With three wideband (100
MHz) component video inputs this Newcastle model makes
it easy to hook-up advanced video sources. It is ready for HDTV.
Advanced Remote Control: Although virtually all functions
can be accessed via the front panel controls most will find it much
more convenient to operate their systems from the convenience of
their easy chair. The R-771 comes with a preprogrammed remote that
operates not only the Newcastle unit but virtually all other home
electronics. It is even capable of executing a series of Macro
commands to help automate system operation.
Rear Panel IR input: Even the most
advanced remote control is powerless if the unit it’s designed
to operate is located inside a closed cabinet. Thus, the R-771
has a rear panel IR input to facilitate operation even if the unit
itself is hidden
ROOM 2 Feeds: Today, more and more
consumers are interested in “whole
house” audio and video. Both the R-871 and R-771 are capable
of “Multi-Room/Multi-Zone” operation in which audio and
video for a second source can be routed to another area of the home
and operated even while a different program is running in the main
room.
Powering ROOM 2: The R-771 offers several options
for powering the Room 2 feed. It has fixed preamp level outputs
so it can be easily used with an integrated
amplifier or A/V receiver. (In fact, our Sherwood
Newcastle RX-770 stereo receiver would be a great choice.) In addition, the R-771
can be reconfigured in the OSD menu to use the two rear center amplifiers
to power the ROOM2 feed. Thus, the consumer can have 5.1 operating
in the main room and
stereo in the second zone—all powered by a single Newcastle
receiver.
Independent Room 2 IR codes: Unlike several other
products on the market, Room 2 operation of any of our Newcastle
ADVANCED ROOM2 models is completely independent of Room 1. By accessing
the correct keys on the remote, one can turn on the Room 2 feed,
select source and operate the volume without disturbing Room 1 programs
in any way.
On/Off operation: Anyone interested
in automated operation of a home theater system will be delighted
to know that these ADVANCED ROOM2 models incorporate dedicated
codes for “on” and “off”.
They will also be pleased to know that the R-771 has a
built-in 12-Volt trigger to tell other equipment that it’s
time to wake up and get on with the show.
 See
Cine Now's video interview with Jeffrey Hipps, Senior Vice President
of Marketing & Product Planning, as he talks about the
R-771 (Recorded at the September, 2006 CEDIA show)
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MSRP 599.95
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