Panasonic SA-XR70 Home Theater Receiver
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Recognizing the need for high quality performance with easy set-up, Panasonic unveils a receiver that will let users derive the full benefits of home theater entertainment in a slim and sleek unit. The Panasonic SA-XR70 is a fully digital receiver that features HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), which helps simplify the connection to other audio/video sources and provides high quality audio and video playback.
HDMI transmits digital and audio signals at speeds of up to 5 Gigabytes per second without compressing them. It supports high-definition images up to 1080p, and high quality, multi-channel audio formats such as DVD-Audio all through single wire digital connections. This produces extremely pure sounds free from noise and signal degradation and allows for high quality audio and video with fewer cables. The small, user-friendly connector is suitable for a wide range of components, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a digital television. Result: the user can derive all of the benefits of home theater without sound and picture degradation or complicated wiring.
The SA-XR70 reproduces sounds up to 88 kHz and drives them with a flat, wide power bandwidth that extends to 100 kHz. This provides rich reproduction of the ultrahigh frequency range that affects the musical ambience and mood. The SA-XR70's digital amplifier provides full digital amplification and audio signal processing. The unit features built-in decoders for the DTS 96/24, DTS-ES and Dolby Digital EX surround formats, as well as Dolby Pro Logic IIx. Other advanced features include Multi-Channel Multi-Drive with Digital Linear Phase, Multi-Source Digital Re-Master and Bass Synthesizer.
Panasonic SA-XR70 Key Features
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)*
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new interface standard for digital transmission of video and audio signals. With HDMI, the signals are not compressed. Transmission is direct and "pure" -- free of the degredation and noise that occur with analog signal transmission. This new interface supports image resolution all the way up to 1080p.
HDMI is particularly well suited for images that will be viewed on plasma display panels, LCDs and other equipment that uses all-digital image processing. In terms of sound, HDMI is ideal for DVD-Audio and other high-quality digital formats. It accurately transmits even the most delicate signal components contained in high-quality audio signals. The result is superb sound, whether the source is two-channel or multi-channel.
HDMI is simple to use, too, requiring connection of a single cable. With all these advantages, HDMI is the ideal interface for today's age of steadily advancing digital A/V equipment and media.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
HQ Sound Mode*
Unlike Panasonic conventional receivers, which use input volume to "squeeze" the audio signal before amplification, HQ Sound Mode uses a system that varies the actual gain of the amplifier. This helps provide clear reproduction of the re-mastered music signal for more subtle imaging when listening at regular volume levels.
Multi-Channel Multi-Drive with Digital Linear Phase*
A bi-amp connection configuration harnesses the amplifier's full capabilities when reproducing two-channel sound. The surround channel amp, which is not normally used in two-channel reproduction, drives the front treble speaker. The front channel amp drives the front bass speaker. The result is exceptional sound from two-channel sources.
Also, a Digital Linear Phase function applies an electronic delay to the surround channel amp, so both high-frequency and low-frequency sounds reach your ears at the same time. By reducing the difference in the transmission speeds of the different frequency sounds, this achieves incredible acoustic imaging is achieved. The delay time and high- and low-frequency range can be adjusted to match speaker characteristics. This kind of system is ideal for DVD-Audio's 192-kHz/24-bit two-channel sound, which demands reproduction all the way to the ultrahigh-frequency range.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic IIx*
The Panasonic SA-XR70, equipped with a Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoder, can reproduce all sources with two ore more channels as 6.1-channel sound. Dolby Pro Logic IIx boasts smooth acoustic movement and totally envelopes you in sound. Surpassing 5.1-channel sound in performance, this system brings even more dynamic and true-to-life ambience to movie soundtracks.
Five S-Video Terminals (Four In*, One Out)
Provides a brilliantly clear, high-quality video link to other video equipment.
* Features marked with asterisks above indicate key step-up features from the Panasonic SA-XR50 and Panasonic SA-XR50S Home Theater Receivers.
High Efficiency Digital Amplifier
CDs, DVDs, digital broadcasts -- media sources are quickly going digital. And Panasonic is working to bring out the full potential of these high-sound-quality sources with a new generation of digital amplifiers. Panasonic digital technology has achieved lower noise, lower distortion, and higher electric power efficiency. It has also made it possible to downsize, resulting in slim, sleek, smart-looking amplifiers that take up much less space around your crowded A/V entertainment center. Equipped with a host of input terminals, Panasonic's full-digital amplifiers can serve as the core of a home theater system that perfectly matches your A/V lifestyle.
Full-Digital Processing
Panasonic's new amplifiers use digital processing from signal input all the way through to output. Their degradation-free amplification lets you enjoy the full potential of today's most advanced audio sources -- you get extremely clear, powerful sound with remarkable depth, richness and presence. And because Panasonic's amplifiers are compatible with sampling frequencies up to 192 kHz, you can enjoy faithful reproduction of analog audio signals converted into 192-kHz/24-bit signals from 2-channel input or 96-kHz/24-bit signals from 6-channel input for even more quality listening pleasure.
Low Noise, Low Distortion
Panasonic and Texas Instruments developed technology that virtually eliminates the distortion that occurs in PCM-to-PWM conversion, with no loss in stability. Panasonic's full-digital amplifiers boast 98-MHz processing -- which is the fastest in the industry. They incorporate 4-dimensional noise-shaper technology to reduce noise, and feed-forward error correction to ensure ultra-low distortion even in high-frequency sounds. They also offer a VGDA (Variable Gain Digital Amplifier) function that improves the S/N ratio at low volumes, so you enjoy superb sound even when listening at night with the volume turned low.
High Efficiency, High Power
An advanced switching amp control method called dead time control combines with a serial snubber circuit to attain more than 90% electric power efficiency at the output stage. This super-high efficiency not only saves energy and reduces heat generation, it also ensures a stable, high-quality sound. Panasonic's new amplifiers are built for power, too. Pumping out 100 watts x 6 channels - incredibly high output for amplifiers this slim -- they let you enjoy the breathtakingly beautiful sound inherent in DVD and other multi-channel sources. We also paid close attention to styling, designing these units to coordinate with Panasonic DVD players. This makes it easy for you to create a home theater system that looks good and sounds fantastic.
Wide Frequency Range, Wide Power Bandwidth
Panasonic digital amplifiers boast a high frequency response up to 88 kHz and a wide power bandwidth that extends to 100 kHz with low distortion. And they drive the entire frequency range - something analog amplifiers cannot do. The results are amplifiers that clearly reproduce even high-frequency sound components 20 kHz and above, and unleash the remarkable sound potential of DVD-Audio and other advanced sources.
Home Theater Mode: Equal High Power Output of 100W x 6
Equal high power output of 100W x 6 (1kHz, 6 ohms, 0.9% THD) per left/center/right/left surround/right surround/surround back channels. Provides each of the six main channels with the same high power of digital amplifier output. The result is awesome Home Theater sound quality with full power reproduction of the dynamic digital surround soundtracks of movies recorded with Dolby Digital and DTS.
Powerful Stereo Mode
100W per channel (10Hz - 20kHz, 6 ohms, 0.9% THD).
192kHz/24-Bit Audio Analog-to-Digital Converter for Analog Input
DVD-Audio Ready
Accurate reproduction of DVD-Audio recordings requires speakers capable of faithfully reproducing very high frequencies. The individual electronic components must be designed for accuracy and timbre, imaging, sound staging, and impressive musicality. The SA-XR70 can reproduce frequencies up to 88kHz and has a 103dB signal-to-noise ratio.
Built-in Dolby Digital EX Decoder
This 6.1-channel system improves on the outstanding ambience of the Dolby Digital 5.1-channel format by adding a surround back channel. The spatial expression, acoustic imaging, and sense of sound motion are stunningly lifelike. Audio recorded in this format can also be played as 5.1-channel audio on an ordinary Dolby Digital 5.1-channel system. Combining Dolby Pro Logic II with Panasonic Enhanced Surround function lets you play virtually any source of two or more channels in 6.1-channel surround sound.
Built-in DTS-ES, DTS NEO:6, DTS 96/24 Decoder
This 6.1-channel surround sound format provides a rich, full sound presence similar to Dolby Digital EX. There are two modes to choose from. In Discrete 6.1 mode, all 6.1 channels are recorded separately. In Matrix 6.1 mode, the surround back channel is matrix-encoded into the right and left surround channels. Using the standard DTS decoder, you can play audio recorded in either mode as 5.1-channel surround sound. Or you can combine Neo:6 with Panasonic Enhanced Surround function to play any source of two or more channels in glorious 6.1-channel surround sound.
In the DVD-Video format, a system with 96-kHz sampling, 24-bit quantization and two channels delivers spectacular quality. The DTS 96/24 format improves on this by applying cutting-edge compression technologies to provide 96-kHz sampling, 24-bit quantization and 5.1-channel surround sound. This gives movies a surround sound performance that approaches DVD-Audio. Using the DTS or DTS-ES decoder, you can play audio recorded in this format as ordinary DTS 5.1-channel surround sound.
Sound Field Control
Creates a simulated surround sound field from regular 2-channel stereo sources, such as a CD or a cassette. Using the front, center, and surround speakers, this feature gives you the atmosphere of a live performance. Choose from all these settings to suit the source material and your preference: Music, Live, Pop/Rock, Vocal, Jazz, Dance, Party, AV/Movie, Drama, Action, Sports, Musical, Game and Mono.
Multi-Source Re-Master Processing
Using 1/f algorithm technology, this original Panasonic feature compensates for the frequencies of the higher harmonics that are lost during recording due to compression technology such as AC-3, which is used for DVDs. Since these harmonics transmit subtle nuances of sound, this is a key technology for achieving movie theater ambience with a Home Theater system. It's also effective during playback of CDs and other sources, particularly if the recording format is high-compression such as WMA or MP3.
Bass Synthesizer
This function reinforces the low-frequency sounds that give some content, such as certain DVD movies with sound effects, their deep, booming sonic power. For input signals of frequency 100 Hz or lower, this function synthesizes signals of half that frequency and adds them to the original signal. The result is the rumbling, super-deep bass that you've experienced in movie theaters -- the kind of sound you can actually feel in your stomach.
Independent Simple Subwoofer Control
Independent subwoofer control lets you adjust its level in your audio mix.
Speaker Configuration Settings Foe Each Channel (Except L/R Channels)
Whether you have compact, unobtrusive speakers to complement your living space, or large tower speakers for the ultimate home theater experience, the speaker configuration setting optimizes your receiver's output for accurate sound reproduction: Large, Small, None.
Multi-Channel Sound Field Functions for Advanced A/V Effects
Center Focus Mode
Center speaker sound may appear to come from the top or bottom of the TV screen. This results in disharmony between the on-screen action and the sound, particularly dialog. However, if you switch this mode ON, the frequencies that have a particular influence on how you perceive sound source up/down imaging are diffused. This gives you the impression center speaker sound is coming straight from the center of the screen, for a natural matching of images and dialog sound. Besides normal Center Focus mode 1, there's Center Focus mode 2. This boosts just dialog sound to assure it isn't buried under the rest of the soundtrack.
Multi-Rear Surround Mode
When using two surround speakers, this mode recreates the spacious sound and ambience delivered by the multiple surround speakers in a movie theater.
High Quality Analog Parts
Second Audio Output
A and/or B Speaker Selector
On-Screen Display for Easy Set-up
Multi-Control Jog
6-Channel Discrete Inputs
Connect a multichannel source such as a decoder built-in DVD-Audio or DVD-Video player.
Four Digital Inputs (Two Optical, Two Coaxial), One Optical Digital Output
Digital inputs minimize electrical noise, assuring the reliable transfer of high-fidelity sound data to help provide a clear digital signal.
Front Audio/Video Inputs
Simplifies the process of connecting your camcorder or other video equipment.
Large Speaker Terminals for Front L-R Speakers (A and B)
Helps preserve signal quality.
Subwoofer Output
Connect a powered subwoofer for a deep bass sound, essential for completing the home theater experience.
Three Component Video Terminals, Two In, One Out
A picture-enhancing advancement in DVD-Video technology. It keeps the black and white, red, and blue signals of the video image intact (and separate) during transmission, to maintain incredibly high picture quality. Component video offers outstanding video quality when using a DVD player or HDTV set-top receiver, but many TVs only have one component video input. As your home theater expands to include both a DVD player and HDTV set-top receiver, you'll need more than one component video input to accommodate them. The SA-XR70 lets you hook up both your DVD player and HDTV set-top box to the back of the receiver and send a single component video cable to your TV. You can then switch between the two using the receiver.
Quartz-Synthesized Digital Tuning System
10-Key Direct Tuning (Via Remote Control)
3 Video and 4 Audio Input Selectors
5 Audio Inputs, 2 Outputs
Illuminated Universal Remote Control With LED
Gives you control over many brands of TVs, DVD players and VCRs, letting you replace a pile of remotes with a single convenient all-in-one solution.
Panasonic SA-XR70 Specifications
Power Output
Home Theater Mode: 100W/Ch x 6 (1 kHz, 6 ohms, 0.9% THD)
Stereo Mode -- 100W/Ch x 2 (20Hz-20kHz, 6 ohms, 0.09% THD)
Power Bandwidth
4Hz-88kHz (6 ohms, 0.9% THD)
Frequency Response
4Hz-88kHz, ±3dB
S/N (IHF A)
Digital Input -- 85dB (103dB IHF '66)
Load Impedance
6-8 ohms
Frequency Range
FM Tuner -- 87.9-107.9 MHz
AM Tuner -- 530-1710 kHz
Dimensions (W x H x D)
16-15/16" x 3-9/32" x 14-13/16"
Weight
9.4 lbs.
