Onkyo TX-NR609 7.2 Channel Network have Direct Digital Connection of iPod/iPhone via Front-Panel USB Port. Have the network capability and THX Select2 Plus. Targeting the sweet spot where affordability meets superb functionality, the Onkyo TX-NR609 looks set to be another Onkyo classic. This THX Select2 Plus Certified A/V receiver handles content from all your favorite disc-based media, as well as networked and wireless audio content from the internet, iPod/iPhone, and PC. Six HDMI inputs—including one on the front panel—provide support for 3D video and ultra-high resolution 4K video upscaling via Marvell Qdeo. HDMI also carries master-quality audio formats from Dolby and DTS, as well as the expanded surround sound of Audyssey DSX and Dolby Pro Logic IIz. Three-stage inverted Darlington circuitry and Onkyo’s proprietary WRAT ensure a clean and compelling amplifier performance. And when audio signals are output, the 7.2-channel configuration includes twin subwoofer pre-outs for added bass impact. Meanwhile, a user-friendly on-screen display and GUI make it easy to adjust settings and navigate your content. All this and more makes the TX-NR609 an irresistible choice for the value-seeking home theater fan.
If you are looking for the one sentence review: this receiver is absolutely amazing.
HDMI OSD: You use a projector, which leaves the receiver sitting about 10 feet your behind. OSD lets you see what the volume level is without turning around and squinting. Furthermore, browsing the menus on the receiver is so much more pleasant with the OSD.
Network connectivity: You will thought this would be a gimmick, but it is NOT. One thing that is odd to you is that it's only wired internet. But if you have a mac mini hooked up to the projector anyway, so you are can using its Internet Sharing feature to get network connectivity to the TX-NR609.
HDMI: The functionality of this receiver is great when it comes to HDMI. Plug in whatever you want: composite, component, hdmi, and it all goes out to the display via HDMI. This means you only have to run one wire to the projector. It's such a great use of technology and you will love it. Onkyo did a fantastic job with this. There are many options for controlling the output/upscaling in the setup menus too. And again, OSD makes these a breeze.
