Beautiful seven-channel sound
100 Watts x 7 (8 Ohm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD) for cinema-like surround sound and crystal clear music reproduction.
Wi-Fi Built-in
Get connected to the Internet and your home network to access more music than you can imagine including music stored on your computer, music services built-in or AirPlay.
AirPlay
Easily stream your music from your iPhone/iPod Touch, iPad or iTunes along with compatible music Apps like Spotify and iHeart Radio. Simply, touch the AirPlay logo when it appears and select the STR-DA1800ES to amplify your tunes.
Bluetooth Built-in
Play your music out loud - stream it from your smart phone or tablet to the receiver.
Stream Music from the Internet
Music streaming at it's very best. Navigate and enjoy the latest from Pandora, Music Unlimited, Slacker and vTuner.
8HD Inputs
Get versatile HD connection options with 8 HD inputs. SixHDMI inputs (up to 4K capable) means you can connect a Sony PlayStation 3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc player, and 2 other HDMI-capable devices, for high definition video and audio. Two component inputs (1080/60i capable) provide added HD-capable connectivity and versatility.
Seamless integration with the leading control systems
The STR-DA1800ES is certified with leading control systems for integration. It's also controllable over IP, includes triggers, RS232 and IR for more installation options.
4K Pass-Through
Future-proof your system and take a quantum leap in video clarity. The STR-DA1800ES allows native 4K video content to be passed through to a 4K television or projector.
Dual HDMI output and 2nd Zone video via HDMI
Outputs can toggle or simultaneously output 4Kvideo between two HD displays, such as two televisions or a television plus a projector in the main theater. An HDMI can be assigned to support 2nd Zone video.
Sound Optimizer
No longer do you have to miss out movies dynamic sound effects when you need to keep the volume low, the sound optimizer enables you to hear the smallest sound effect at low volumes. This dynamic feature gives you the best reproduction of sound effects while keeping the intended sound stage at high or low volume levels.
Up convert/Upscales Video signal to near HD via HDMI
Improve image quality of analog connected devices to near HD. Analog connected device signals are converted to digital and output via HDMI, making one cable connection from the receiver to the HDMI-enabled TV possible.
HD Digital Cinema Sound and Front High Speakers
Optimize your receiver to mimic the sound characteristics of movie theaters. Front Height mode enables vocal height and 3D effects for better positioning of effects giving added depth to visuals and concerts. Imagine as a helicopter comes from above and lands ? you'll hear the change in height as the effect unfolds on-screen.
Sony ES 5-Year Limited Warranty
The STR-DA1800ES comes with an industry leading 5-year parts and labor warranty, 90-day advanced exchange program, and dedicated toll-free support line staffed by CEDIA-trained product experts.
Control with your iPhone or Android devices with free Apps
Download the free Media Remote app from the iTunes or Google Play app store and use your iOS device or Android phone to control volume, inputs and receiver function.
On-screen graphical user interface
Set-up and control the A/V receiver with intuitive on-screen graphical user interface. Change inputs, adjust settings and confirm volume levels on-screen.
iPod/iPhone Music and Video playback via USB
Listen to music and watch video stored on your iPod or iPhone while charging your device through the receivers front USB input.
Advanced Blu-ray Disc Audio Decoding
Experience sound closer to the way it was captured with LPCM, Dolby trueHD, Pro Logic IIz and dts-HD master audio codecs.
Advanced Digital Cinema Auto Calibration - Quick Speaker Set Up
Ensure you get the best sound experience from your A/V receiver and speakers with Advanced Digital Cinema Auto Calibration, which offers auto phase matching. Simply place the included microphone where you will be seated and settings are automatically optimized based on the distance, delays and placement of your speakers.
Audio Return Channel
Eliminate the need for extra cables connected to your TV. This feature allows audio to be sent from your compatible TV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable already being used to send audio and video to your TV.
Standby pass-through of Audio & Video
Conveniently access all your HDMI connected devices without having to power on the receiver.
Assignable digital audio and video inputs
Get the most out of each audio and video input with the ability to reassign inputs to support connected devices.
3D Pass-through
Compatible with Blu-ray 3D movies, video games and other 3D content
BRAVIA Sync Capable (HDMI CEC)
Conveniently operate and control select Sony BRAVIA Sync devices with one remote including: Sony Blu-ray Disc Players, BRAVIA HDTVs, and Sony home theater products.
24p True Cinema (pass-through)
Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in their native frame rate (24 frames per second) when paired with a 24p HDTV and playback device like a Blu-ray Disc Player or PlayStation 3 gaming console via HDMI cable.
Specifications:
Amplifier/Receiver
Amplifier Features
- 4 Ohm/8 Ohm Switching: 8 Ohm
- Advanced Auto Volume: Yes
- AirPlay: Yes
- Analog Down Mix: 17 points (40-200Hz)
- Bi-AMP: Yes
- DSP: Falcon2.0
- Digital Legato Linear: Yes
- Number of Amp channels: 7ch
- Sound Optimizer: Yes
- Speaker Selector: [A/B, A+B]
CIS & Control Features
- 2nd A: Line(Fixed)
- IP Control: Yes
DCAC Features
- Band: 6
- DCAC: Advanced D.C.A.C.
- Mic: Mono
Network Features
- DLNA Party Streaming: Yes
- Direct Ethernet Update: Yes
- Internet Music Service: vTuner/Slacker
- Mobile Application: Media Remote Base (iPhone/Android)
- Music Decoding Format for Network Client: WAV ( LPCM ), MP3, WMA, AAC
- Network Client: Yes (Music)
- Network Renderer: Yes
- Sony Entertainment Network: Yes(up to Audio)
Audio Features
Decoding Format
- 96kHz/24bit: Yes
- DTS / DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 / Discrete6.1): Yes/Yes
- DTS 96/24/ DTS Neo:6: Yes/Yes
- DTS HD MA/ DTS HD HR: Yes/Yes
- Dolby Digital EX/ Dolby Digital: Yes (Dolby Digital EX and Dolby Digital)
- Dolby Dual Mono: Yes
- Dolby Prologic/II /IIx /IIz: Yes (II, Iix and Iiz)
- Dolby TruHD/Dolby Digital +: Yes (Dolby TruHD and Dolby Digital +)
- LPCM (2CH/5.1CH/7.1CH) thru HDMI: Yes(Yes/Yes/Yes)
Sound Field
- 2ch: Yes
- A.F.D. Auto: Yes
- Analog Direct: Yes
- Berlin Philharmonic Hall: Yes (SB/FH)
- HD-D.C.S.: Yes (SB/FH)
- Headphone 2ch: Yes
- Headphone Direct: Yes
- Jazz Club: Yes (SB/FH)
- Live Concert: Yes (SB/FH)
- Multi Stereo: Yes (SB/FH)
- Neo:6 Cinema: Yes
- Neo:6 Music: Yes
- PLII Movie: Yes
- PLII Music: Yes
- PLIIx Movie: Yes
- PLIIx Music: Yes
- PLIIz Height: Yes
- Portable Audio Enhancer: Yes
- Sound Field Link: Yes
- Sports: Yes (SB/FH)
- Stadium: Yes (SB/FH)
Tuner
- Auto Tuning: Yes
- Direct Tuning: Yes (RM)
- Preset Channel (FM/AM): TTL60 (30/30)
- Station Name: Yes
General
Installation
- 2nd V: Composite & Component & HDMI (common use w/ main out)
- Certification (AMX/Crestron/Control 4): Yes
- IR Repeat (In/Out): Yes(1/1)
- RS-232C for Control: Yes
Other
- Assignable Component Video In: Yes
- Auto Standby: Yes
- Detachable AC: Yes
- Digital Input Assign: Yes
- GUI: Yes (Simple)
- GUI Language: English
- Panel: Mold/HAT Entry
- Power Requirement: 120V 60Hz
- Sleep Timer: Yes (up to 2 hours)
- Update Capability: Yes
- iPod Browsing with System (via USB): Yes (Video/Music)
Inputs and Outputs
Audio Inputs
- Analog Audio In: 2
- Coaxial: 1
- Multi-ch In: Yes (FM and AM)
- Optical In: 2
Audio Outputs
- Headphone Out: Yes
- Pre Out (Front (L/R)): 19 11/16 X 9 7/8 X15 3/4
- Pre Out (Surround (L/R)): 24lb 9oz
Other Inputs and Outputs
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Ethernet (Switching HUB): 1
- USB: 1(Front:iPhone/WM)
Speaker Outputs
- Center: Yes
- Front (Bass/Treble): Yes/Yes
- Front A (L/R): Yes
- Front High (L/R): Yes
- Surround (L/R): Yes
Video Inputs
- AV In: Including Front AV: 3
- Component Video In: 2
- HDMI In: 6
Video Outputs
- AV Out: Inc. Monitor Out: 1
- Composite Video Out: Inc. Monitor Out: 1
- HDMI Out: Output x2 (Assignable for Zone out x 1)
Video Features
A/V Sync Features
- A/V Sync Sampling Frequency: 192kHz
- A/V Sync Time (msec): 0-300
HDMI
- 3D over HDMI: Yes
- Audio Return Channel: Yes
- Audio Widget: Yes
- BRAVIA SYNC (CEC Control): Yes (One-Touch Play, System Audio Control, System Power Off, Theater Mode(No button on RM))
- HDMI Version: 1.4a
- HDMI(tm) video output capability: 4k, 1080/24p, Deep Color, x.v.Color (xvYCC)
- Power Off Pass Through: Yes
- S-Select: Yes
- Video Up Converter (Analog Component/HDMI): Yes (Analog component and HDMI)
- Video Up Scaler (Analog; Component/HDMI): Yes(1080i and 4k)
Weight and Measurements
- Receiver Dimension (WxHxD inches): 17 X 6 1/4 X 12 3/4 in
- Receiver Weight (pound): 20lb 1oz
