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Xplorer400

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I currently have 2 older receivers. Due to only being partially employed (I live in the middle of nowhere) I can not buy a new one to use at this time. Choice #1 is a Sony STR-DA2000Es and choice #2 is a Onkyo TX-SR606. The Sony I bought new many years ago and has served me well, the Onkyo I inherited and belive works also. I have Infinity IL40 fronts, IL10's in the rear, a Entra center, and a B&W 500watt sub. The Sony has no hdmi but optical, and the Onkyo has hdmi inputs and 1 output. My cable is Direct TV high def and a Sony blue ray DVD player. Any help would be much appreciated.
 

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The onkyo. Without question. It has HDMI, supports Dolby True Audio and DTS-HD. And has Audyssey for trying room correction.

Unless none of gear uses HDMI, then it’s whatever you prefer what whatever reason.

That said, I wouldn’t toss the Sony. Onkyo’s have had some HDMI problems and you’ll want to make sure this one is functioning.
 

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Well, had no hdmi output to the tv with the Onkyo, so that one's a bust. Hooked up the Sony and have no rear speakers. Looks like I'll be buying a new receiver in the future. Will only be able to spend $500 max, so what would be the best purchase?
 

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Try calling ONKYO at 1-800-229-1687. Your receiver may be one of the ones with a defective HDMI card, meaning you would be eligible either to have it repaired or get a rebate of up to $200 on a new ONKYO receiver. This was the case with my HT-RC460.
 

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