Anthem MRX 540 8K vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Anthem MRX 540 8K

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES
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      Highlights

      • 5.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Anthem MRX 540 8K
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Anthem MRX 540 8K to Sony STR-ZA1000ES to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Anthem MRX 540 8K has 5 channel and the Sony STR-ZA1000ES has 7 channel amplifiers with Anthem MRX 540 8K's being more powerful.


      Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Anthem MRX 540 8K was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signal.

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p video signal.

      We evaluated Anthem MRX 540 8K and Sony STR-ZA1000ES and gave them scores of 87 and 73 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Anthem MRX 540 8K

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Amplifier
      84
      Amplifier
      77
      Audio Features
      87
      Audio Features
      66
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      73
      Connectivity
      87
      Connectivity
      68
      Zones
      71
      Zones
      89
      Radio
      73
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      87
      OVERALL
      73

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Anthem MRX 540 8K and Sony STR-ZA1000ES.

      PROS

      Anthem MRX 540 8K

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Anthem MRX 540 8K

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No USB Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No 360 Reality Audio
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Anthem MRX 540 8K

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   5 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Anthem MRX 540 8K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Anthem MRX 540 8K over Sony STR-ZA1000ES.

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      Anthem MRX 540 8K vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      Higher Power Output 100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      HDR10 vs
      HDR10+ vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2 (1 input / 1 output)
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 vs 5
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs
      More Optical Inputs 3 vs 2
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 7.2 vs 0.2
      Headphone Out 6.3 mm (1/4") vs
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs 1 (80 mA)
      Spotify vs
      Bigger Power Supply 365 W vs 290 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) 100 W (1% THD) vs 90 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 130 W (1% THD) vs 120 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 110 dB vs 105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
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      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-ZA1000ES over Anthem MRX 540 8K.

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      Sony STR-ZA1000ES
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      Anthem MRX 540 8K vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      More Channels 5.2 vs 7.2
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      More HDMI Outputs 2 vs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      USB Input for factory service vs 1 (Front) for update and setting
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Ethernet Switch vs 8-Port Gigabit
      Front A/V Inputs vs USB
      More Zones 1 vs 3
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 1 / 2
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 7

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) Advanced D.C.A.C.
        New HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora
        No Tidal

      6. Amplifier

      Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      5 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Anthem MRX 540 8K features 5 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design on Channels 1-5 and Class D design on the rest. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-ZA1000ES features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Channels5.27.2
        Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Anthem MRX 540 8K's and Sony STR-ZA1000ES's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K: 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K: 5.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Anthem MRX 540 8K supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Anthem MRX 540 8K supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.

        DTS:X

        Anthem MRX 540 8K supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Anthem MRX 540 8K supports DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Virtual:X: Anthem MRX 540 8K supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Anthem MRX 540 8K supports DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Anthem MRX 540 8K is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

        • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
        AUDIO DECODING Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Anthem MRX 540 8K comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES comes with 5 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Anthem MRX 540 8K: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-ZA1000ES: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Sony STR-ZA1000ES: It can upscale up to 4K/60p from HDMI sources.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on Anthem MRX 540 8K only).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Anthem MRX 540 8K is HDCP 2.3 and Sony STR-ZA1000ES is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Anthem MRX 540 8K supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES does not support HDR. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Anthem MRX 540 8K supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

        Anthem MRX 540 8K supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Anthem MRX 540 8K with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Anthem MRX 540 8K has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Anthem MRX 540 8K has 7 channel processing but has only 5 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Anthem MRX 540 8K.
        • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 3 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Anthem MRX 540 8K and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-ZA1000ES for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") output jack on Anthem MRX 540 8K for headphones.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K
          Inputs:           7   Outputs: 2
          8K Inputs: 7.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Anthem MRX 540 8K
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Anthem MRX 540 8K: None
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: USB

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        TERMINALS Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDMI Inputs75
        HDMI Outputs22 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs7
        USB Input for factory service1 (Front) for update and setting
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs32
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs44
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Anthem MRX 540 8K and Sony STR-ZA1000ES and gave them scores of 87 and 73 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Anthem MRX 540 8K

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES

        OVERALL
        87
        OVERALL
        73

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        84
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Power Output - 100 W
        GOOD
        77
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 70 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No 360 Reality Audio
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        100
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        GOOD
        73
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   7 8K Inputs
        •   No USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        AVERAGE
        68
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   5 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        GOOD
        71
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        GOOD
        73
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal
        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        BrandAnthemSony
        SeriesES
        ModelMRX 540 8KSTR-ZA1000ES
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaUSA and Canada
        Release Year20212016
        SuccessorSony STR-ZA1100ES
        AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Channels5.27.2
        Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignClass A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the rest
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineNext-Generation DSP Platform
        DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.17.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Music Playback via USB
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialogue Lift Center Speaker Lift Up
        Digital Legato Linear
        In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
        Sound Optimizer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) Advanced D.C.A.C.
        Calibration MicrophoneMono
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Anthem Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDMI Inputs75
        HDMI Outputs22 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs7
        USB Input for factory service1 (Front) for update and setting
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs32
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs44
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch 8-Port Gigabit
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        ZONES Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Number of Zones13
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output31 (80 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 01 / 2
        MISCELLANEOUS Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface
        GUI Languages3
        IP Control
        Display
        RADIO Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
        Presets60 (30/30)
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Speaker Terminals57
        Large Speaker Terminals57
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer
        Power Consumption365 W290 W
        Standby Power0.3 W0.3 W
        PHYSICAL Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Dimensions (W x H x D)431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm
        17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x         		430 mm x 174 mm x 410 mm
        17" x 6-7/8" x 16-1/4"
        Weight12.8 kg (28.2 lbs)12.3 kg (27 lbs. 2 oz.)
        SPECIFICATIONS Anthem MRX 540 8K Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)70 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)100 W (1% THD)90 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)130 W (1% THD)120 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.9% THD)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)150 mV/50 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance2 V/1 kΩ (Subwoofer)
        Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance32 Ω - 600 Ω
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
        S/N Ratio (digital)96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB10 Hz - 100 kHz/±3 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        Warranty5 Years

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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