Sony ES STR-AZ5000ES 11.2-Channel Home Theater Receiver with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2, and Google Cast

Elevate your home theater standards with Sony’s first 11.2 CH 8K A/V Receiver featuring renowned ES quality. Designed for integrators with optimized configurability, flexible connectivity, and advanced IP control for leading control systems. The STR-AZ5000ES is the total package for audio/visual performance and installation friendly features.

Product Highlights:

Power and processing:

• 11-channel amplifier
• 120 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.09% THD, with 2 channels driven
• Dolby Atmos and DTS:X® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Speaker Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X® create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
• IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
• Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping calibrate the sound to match your room and speaker configuration for an expansive, immersive soundstage
• Sony's DSEE Ultimate accurately upscales audio to near-high-resolution sound quality
• Built-in high-performance 32-bit DAC
• Premium componentry meets ES standards for audio performance
• Control the receiver with your smartphone using the Sony Music Center app
• Compatible with Sony's SA-RS3S and SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 and SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers

Digital and streaming music options:

• Chromecast built-in for streaming over Wi-Fi with a wide range of compatible apps on your mobile device
• Works with Google Assistant voice control devices (sold separately)
• Spotify® Connect lets you play music using the Spotify app on your mobile device (subscription required)
• Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®
  • Supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers
• Built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
• Compatible with Sonos Port — receiver turns on automatically and sets the right input when selected in the app
• Works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
  • Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware

Multi-room audio/video:

• Three-room/three-source output
• HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
• Powered stereo output for Zone 2
• Analog stereo audio outputs (variable) for Zones 2 and 3

Connections:

• HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 2 out (including 1 front-panel input)
  • 4 rear-panel inputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video
  • 1 front-panel input supports 4K video
  • HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
  • Supports HDR10, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and IMAX Enhanced
• Gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
  • Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing
• Supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
  • eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV
• 2 composite video inputs
• 2 composite video outputs
• Digital audio inputs: 2 optical and 1 coaxial
• 4 analog stereo audio line-level inputs
• No phono input — to connect a turntable you'll need to add a phono preamp
• 11.2-channel preamp outputs for use with optional external power amps
• Outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height 1 L/R, Height 2 L/R)
• Front-panel USB port for firmware updates and system setting backup
• Detachable power cable

General features:

• Center channel enhancements include Center Speaker Lift Up, BRAVIA™ Acoustic Center Sync, and Dual Center Speaker
• Intuitive on-screen user interface (via HDMI only)
  • Setup via the front panel, through the Graphical User Interface (GUI), or with a web browser
• Remote control
• FM tuner
• Built-in support for Control4, Crestron, Savant, and other home automation systems
• RS-232C and remote (IR) connections for use with optional third-party controllers
• Three 12-volt trigger outputs for sending power commands to external gear, like a power amplifier or cooling fan
• Ethernet port for wired connectivity to your network
• 16-15/16"W x 7-5/8"H x 18-5/8"D (9-3/4"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
• Weight: 42.4 lbs.
• Warranty: 5 years
• Our 30-day money back guarantee
• MFR # STRAZ5000ES

What's In The Box:

• 11.2ch AV receiver
• 5' AC power cord
• Front-panel cover
• Remote control (RMT-AA511U)
• 2 "AAA" batteries
• Automatic calibration microphone
• 3-Piece mic stand
• FM wire antenna
• Operating Instructions
• Startup Guide
• Speaker Connection Note
• Warranty Information
• End User License Agreement
• Owners manual