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Onkyo TX-SR606
$500.00
Released March, 2008
The Pros:High definition audio format decoding. Video transcoding and upconversion to HDMI. Intuitive automated speaker setup process.
The Cons:Massive HDMI Failure Around 12 months. Only 1 of 4 HDMI still functions. Doesn't upconvert to 1080p, only 1080i.
The Onkyo TX-SR606 is the follow-up 7.1 receiver to the hugely popular Onkyo TX-SR605 released in March 2008. The 606 features an upgrade to 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs, up from 2 in the 605, and will not only transcode video signals to HDMI but will also upscale to 1080i over HDMI.
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The Onkyo TX-SR606 can decode HD audio sources (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA). The TX-SR606 can deliver 90 Watts (@ 8 Ohms) to each of its 7 channels, each featuring 5-way binding post connectors. The MSRP is $500.
Features
- 7.1 channel a/v receiver
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs /w audio support
- 90 Watts / channel @ 8 Ohms
- Transcoding and upconversion of analog video to HDMI @ 1080i
- Uses the Genesis Hudson II video upscaling chipset
- Digital audio: 2 x optical, 2 x coax
- 7.1 + zone 2 stereo
- Advanced audio format decoding (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA)
- Release date: March 2008
- Price: $500
User Reviews (76)
Pros & Cons
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High definition audio format decoding
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Video transcoding and upconversion to HDMI
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Intuitive automated speaker setup process
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Massive HDMI Failure Around 12 months
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Only 1 of 4 HDMI still functions.
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Doesn't upconvert to 1080p, only 1080i
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Hudson II video processor is a 2D comb filter as compared to 3D comb filter with adaptive motion
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Does not support computer input (DVI to HDMI converter)
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Only 2 component video inputs
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Does not upscale HDMI inputs, only passes them through.
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Comments (7)
Squibbles:
#onkyo_tx_sr606 I've had this for over a year now and love it. The only problem is one that I've just run in to. It only has 2 optical inputs which are currently in use by my PS3 and Popcorn Hour Media Tank. My new TV (with HD tuner) only has optical audio out so now I'm short one audio input :/ Not a huge deal as I can just use the TV speakers when watching OTA TV but a slight annoyance anyway.
Jul 13, 09
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Rooster:
#onkyo_tx_sr606 I purchased the Onkyo TX-SR606 on 7/6/08 at the total delivered price of $389.77 through OneCall.com. It is everything that all the audio experts say it is in their reviews and evaluations. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this purchase. It has 4 HDMI inputs and all the latest cutting edge High Definition technology. It does have 90 W @ 8 Ohms.
Jul 14, 08
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Erik:
#onkyo_tx_sr606 My guess is that this receiver will sell for $550 and come out in June 2008. The 576 has an MSRP of $479, has 3 HDMI ins, and (I think) doesn't transcode analog to HDMI. Logically, the 606 should sell for more than $20 more.
The only real improvement I can see with this receiver over the 605 is that it adds 2 more HDMI inputs, and that it will upscale analog video sources to 1080i. I remain skeptical about the latter point.
Mar 18, 08
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