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Denon AVR-S510BT (USA version)
Highlights
- 5.2 channels
- 5.1 channel processing
- 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 4K Passthrough
- AirPlay
- Bluetooth
- USB input
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Content
Overview
Denon AVR-S510BT was introduced in 2015. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It passes 4K/60Hz video signal.
We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 62 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.
Pros and Cons
In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-S510BT.
PROS |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
New HDCP Version |
4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
Bluetooth |
USB Input |
Composite Video Inputs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
CONS |
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5.1 Channel Processing |
No Dolby Atmos |
No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
No DTS:X |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No DSD via HDMI |
No eARC |
No HDR10 |
No HDR10+ |
No Dolby Vision |
No 4K or 8K Video Upscaling |
No HEOS |
No Chromecast Built-In |
Does not Work with Amazon Alexa |
No Ethernet |
No Wi-Fi |
Few HDMI Outputs |
Few 8K Inputs |
Few RCA Line Inputs |
Few Optical Inputs |
No RCA Pre-Outs |
No Pandora |
No Spotify |
No Tidal |
Old Bluetooth Version |
Audio Section
5 channel Amplifier
Denon AVR-S510BT features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).
Speaker Configurations
Denon AVR-S510BT's 5 channel amplifier can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Configurations: Available configurations are:
- 5.2 with internal amplifier.
Sound Processing
Room Calibration
Denon AVR-S510BT comes with room correction system and includes the calibration microphone.
Video Section
HDMI
Denon AVR-S510BT features 5 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.
- 4K/60Hz Passthrough: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
- HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: All inputs and outputs are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
- 3D Ready: Denon AVR-S510BT is able to pass 3D video through HDMI.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- Analog Line Inputs: There are 2 line inputs for analog audio connection.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connection.
- Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel.
Video
- HDMI:
- Inputs: 5 Outputs: 1
8K Inputs: 0 - Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
- Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1


Specifications
Here we list all the available features and specifications of Denon AVR-S510BT.
BASICS | |
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Brand | Denon |
Model | AVR-S510BT |
Type | A/V Receiver |
Country | USA |
Release Year | 2015 |
AMPLIFIER | |
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Channels | 5.2 |
Discrete Amplification | |
THX™ Certification | |
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | |
Certified 4 Ω Performance | |
Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction | |
Bi-amp Capability |
AUDIO | |
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DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 5.1 |
D.D.S.C. HD Digital | |
Alpha Processing | |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | |
Dolby Atmos | |
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | |
Dolby Atmos Music | |
Dolby TrueHD | |
Dolby Digital Plus | |
Dolby Surround Upmixer | |
Dolby Pro Logic | PLII |
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 | |
IMAX Enhanced | |
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 96 kHz |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | FLAC |
Gapless Playback | |
DSD via HDMI | |
DSD via USB | |
DSD to PCM Converter | |
USB DAC | |
Jitter Reduction | |
DTS Dialog Control | |
Dialog Enhancement | |
Dialog Level Adjustment | |
Dialog Normalization | |
Dialogue Lift | |
Compressed Music Enhancer | |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | |
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | |
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | |
Audyssey LFC | |
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | |
Audyssey DSX | |
Direct Mode | |
Pure Direct Mode | |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | |
Audyssey App Support | |
Optimized Bass Redirection | |
Bass Sync |
VIDEO | |
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Enhanced ARC | |
HDCP Version | 2.2 |
HDR10 | |
HDR10+ | |
Dynamic HDR | |
Dolby Vision | |
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | |
BT.2020 color space | |
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | |
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | |
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | |
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | |
3-D Ready | |
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | |
Component Video Upscaling | |
Analog to Analog Video conversion | |
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | |
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MHL Input | |
DLNA 1.5 | |
FireConnect | |
FlareConnect | |
HEOS | |
Chromecast Built-In | |
DTS Play-Fi | |
Works with Amazon Alexa | |
Works with SONOS | |
AirPlay | AirPlay |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad |
Remote App | Denon Remote App for iOS and Android devices |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | |
Ethernet | |
Ethernet Switch | |
Wi-Fi | |
Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission | |
HDBaseT Compatible | |
HDMI Inputs | 5 |
HDMI Outputs | 1 |
8K Inputs | |
USB Input | 1 (Front) for USB memory |
USB DC Out Port | |
RCA Line Input | 2 |
RCA Line Output | |
XLR Line Inputs | |
Phono Input | |
Optical Inputs | 2 |
Optical Outputs | |
Coaxial Inputs | 1 |
Composite Video Input | 2 |
Composite Video Output | 1 |
S-Video Input | |
S-Video Output | |
Component Video Input | |
Component Video Output | |
PC In | |
Multi-Channel Input | |
RCA Pre-Outs | 0.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | |
Front A/V Inputs | USB |
Speaker A/B | |
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | |
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Zones | 1 |
RS-232C Interface | |
+12V Trigger Output |
MISC | |
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On-Screen Display | |
GUI Languages | 1 |
Control4 SDDP | |
Display | 1 line |
Remote Controller | RC-1180 |
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display | / / |
Detachable Power Cord | |
Denon Link HD | |
Setup Assistant | |
Quick Select plus / Quick Select | / |
RADIO | |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM |
Digital Radio | |
Internet Radio | |
Pandora | |
Spotify | |
Tidal | |
Deezer | |
Napster | |
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | |
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Front Panel | not metal |
Speaker Terminals | 5 |
Large Speaker Terminals | |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | |
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | |
High Grade Audio Components | |
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Power Consumption | 310 W |
Standby Power | 0.1 W |
GENERAL | |
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Auto Power off | |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 434 mm x 151 mm x 319 mm 17-1/16" x 5-15/16" x 12-9/16" |
Weight | 7.5 kg (16 lbs 9 oz) |
Warranty | 3 Years |
SPECS | |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 70 W (0.08% THD) |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 | 90 W (0.7% THD) |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 140 W (10% THD) |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 98 dB |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | +1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode) |
Ethernet Standard | |
Bluetooth Version | 2․1 + EDR |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 5V, 1 A |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf) |
FM Effective Sensitivity | 1.2 µV (12.8 dBf) |
FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB |
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0% |
AM Frequency | 520 kHz - 1710 kHz |
AM Effective Sensitivity | 18 µV |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted