Quick Speaker Set Up (Digital Cinema Audio Calibration)
Simply place the included microphone at your listening position, start auto-calibration, and the
receiver will correct for speaker distance, characteristic, and phase to create an acoustically
ideal environment.
Direct Stream Digital (DSD) Decoding via HDMI
Audio format utilized for high-resolution formats like SA-CD, transmitted via HDMI™ cable (sold
separately), to minimize information loss and maintain audio signal purity.
Flexible speaker configuration options
The STRDA3700ES is capable of 7.2 channel audio but can be also configured to include front
high speakers, use the surround back speakers for second zone audio, or for bi-amp speaker
capability.
Second Zone Video Distribution
Start your favorite programming in the living room and finish in the bedroom.
Custom Control and Installation Connections
The STRDA3700ES is controllable over IP, RS232 and IR, and is compatible with the major control
systems.
Network Updatable
Allows for updates over the network.
Faroudja® DCDi Cinema Technology
The STR-DA3700ES is equipped with Faroudja® DCDi Cinema IC technology to help correct
jaggedness often seen after I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion. This produces a smooth, high-
definition-quality picture.
Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz
The STR-DA3700ES supports Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz, featuring Front-High Speakers, for a more
spacious, three dimensional surround sound experience.
Berliner Philharmonic Soundfield
Simulate the sound field of one of the world’s premiere orchestras—Berliner Philharmonic. This
acoustic effect choice is automatically chosen when streaming audio from the included Berliner
Philharmoniker’s Digital Concert Hall service.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio® Ready
Connect the accessory antenna (sold separately), sign up for the SIRIUS Satellite Radio® service
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(fees apply), and enjoy the variety of digital radio with the superior sound quality of an A/V
receiver.
Enhanced Color Range (Deep Color & x.v.Color™ technology
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Take HDTV color expression to new levels with x.v.Color and Deep Color technology.
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When the
STR-DA5700ES is connected to x.v.Color capable video sources, the display shows nearly twice
(1.8x) as many viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard.
HDMI™ Pass-through
Even though you connect your TV and cable or satellite box via the STR-DA3700ES, you can
turn off the receiver when you watch your cable or satellite and the audio will pass through the
receiver to the TV speakers.
3D Pass-through
When you connect 3D capable HDTV and Blu-ray Disc™ Player with a high speed HDMI™ cable,
the STR-DA3700ES can pass through a 3D signal, so you can enjoy 3D picture with high quality
sound.
24p True Cinema™ Pass-Through
24p True Cinema™ support provides a direct connection to 24p video sources such as a Blu-ray
Disc™ player or Sony PlayStation®3 entertainment system. This avoids conversions and displays
films at their intended 24 fps cinematic picture quality.
