Integra, a leading manufacturer of home theater components designed specifically for the custom installer, has introduced the THX Ultra2 Certified DTC-9.8, a versatile audio-video preamplifier / processor designed to meet the complex needs of system integrators and custom installers while providing state-of-the-art features and performance for the home theater enthusiast. This three-zone processor features HDMI v. 1.3a switching, HQV Reon-VX video processing, complete 7.1-channel processing including onboard decoding for lossless and HD audio formats, and an extensive suite of multizone/multisource and system integration control features all at a suggested retail price of just $1,600.

Integra, a company that produces audio-video receivers specifically designed for custom home electronics installers and systems integrators, has announced immediate deliveries of its first home theater receiver with HDMI 1.3a processing. The Integra DTR-5.8 AV receiver allows the end-user to exploit the advanced audio and video capabilities of high definition HD DVD players, Blu-ray players, Sony's PlayStation3 gaming system, and other advanced systems that fully implement the HDMI 1.3a standard.

Onkyo has announced four new THX Certified receiver models to be introduced beginning this spring, incorporating a range of high-end features and core performance improvements designed to deliver the highest levels of performance available. These new THX Certified Onkyo A/V receivers will feature HDMI 1.3a compatibility, including internal decoding for DTS-HD, Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital Plus. Each will also feature a sophisticated set of internal video processing capabilities, with two of the models boasting the first inclusion of Reon-VX HQV processing in an A/V receiver. Three of the new models, the TX-SR805, the TX-SR875, and the TX-NR905, each feature THX Ultra2 certification, while the TX-SR705 is THX Select2 Certified.

Onkyo has introduced the TX-SR605 A/V receiver, adding processing for the latest lossless multi-channel audio formats, comprehensive video up-conversion to HDMI, and compatibility with both XM and Sirius satellite radio programming to the impressive features of the TX-SR604 it replaces. The new model also features Onkyo's new HDMI-based system control capability, 7 x 90 watts of power, enhanced compatibility with the company's optional iPod control docks, and a flexible suite of multi-source/multi-zone capabilities.

Optimized for the high-definition, home entertainment experience, Sony introduced a new line of surround sound receivers. The receivers provide full HD features from 1080p performance with smooth video switching to simple surround sound set-up, along with the ability to receive XM Radio satellite programming. Using the receivers’ HDMI connections, they become great conduits between the content source and the HD display. They are ideal for 1080p high-definition equipment like Sony’s Blu-ray Disc playes and BRAVIA flat LCD televisions.