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With HDTV looming ever closer, Arcam's award-winning AV8 processor has been given a makeover. The new AV9 is equipped with a 5-way, 1080p capable, HDMI switch to ensure its integration with
HD devices such as DVD/BluRay/HD-DVD players, Sky HD boxes and the like. In addition, wide-bandwidth 1080p capable component video connections, is said to handle all legacy devices and displays.
The AV9 also features new high-precision calibration options
and is built to the Lucas Film THX Ultra2 spec. The case and chassis feature Arcam's unique Acousteel damping with constrained layer case construction and multiple separated power supplies feeding the critical audio and video circuits.
The AV9 has just hit the shops with a retails price of £3,600.
More information: www.arcam.co.uk
- 5 x 1080p capable HDMI input digital video switch
- 1 x HDMI output / repeater
- 3 Component inputs with On-Screen Display (Up to 1080P
- HDTV/ Progressive scan compatible without OSD)
- Lucas Film THX Ultra 2 specified
- THX Surround EX 7.1 channel
- Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx,
DTS, DTS ES, DTS 6.1 discrete, DTS NEO, DTS 6.1
- DVD-A / SACD multichannel 8-way input
- Zone 2 Audio and Video, with independent On-Screen Display
- Lip Sync delay up to 200ms for de-interlacer / frame scaler
- Software upgradeable via RS232 interface
- 1/2 dB speaker trims and 10cm / 4 inch delay settings
offer improved resolution setup for accurate sound staging
- Acousteel damping, constrained layer case construction
- 5 year guarantee
- Upgrade available for
existing AV8 owners early in 2006
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