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Onkyo TX-NR696 - 7.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver Experience future-ready home entertainment with the Onkyo TX-NR696, a THX® Certified Select™ 7.2-channel network A/V receiver that delivers immersive 3D sound and seamless multi-room audio streaming. Equipped with Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, and advanced network features, this receiver offers powerful amplification and flexible connectivity for the ultimate cinema and music experience. Key Features 175 W per channel THX® Certified Select™ Dynamic Audio Amplification (DAA) system Supports 5.2.2-channel Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® playback Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi®, FlareConnect™, Spotify®, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, and TuneIn Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X create immersive 3D sound from horizontal speaker layouts (enabled via future firmware update) Zone 2 outputs for multi-room audio with amplified multi-source distribution Quad-core SoC supports high-speed 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) Wi-Fi® AccuEQ Room Acoustic Calibration with AccuReflex™ for optimised 3D audio reproduction HDMI supports 4K/60p, HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), HDCP 2.2, and 3D video DSP-based Vocal Enhancer improves dialogue clarity One-touch volume memory presets for A/V inputs Phono input with built-in MM equaliser for turntable connection Amplifier Features 175 W per channel (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven) Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer and large audio power capacitors Non-phase-shift amp topology with discrete output stage and dual-transistor amp output stages for enhanced dynamics and bass impact High-current drive supports 4-ohm speaker loads High-grade AKM (AK4458) 384 kHz/32-bit multichannel D/A conversion VLSC™ (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) filtering and PLL anti-jitter technology for S/PDIF audio Tone controls and Pure Audio/Direct modes for high-fidelity sound Video & Audio Support Supports HDCP 2.2, 4K/60p, HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), BT.2020, 4:4:4 colour space, 3D video, ARC, DeepColor™, x.v.Color™, and LipSync via HDMI Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio® decoding Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X upmixing technology THX listening modes optimised for movies, music, and games SACD playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz 2-channel/multichannel) Theatre-Dimensional virtual surround sound function Network Features Next-Generation Network Audio with multi-room streaming and remote app control Works with Sonos certified for Sonos Home Sound System integration Chromecast built-in with Google Assistant voice control AirPlay 2 multi-room audio with Siri voice control DTS Play-Fi® multi-room audio via Onkyo Music Control App FlareConnect™ multi-zone audio with compatible components Hi-Res Audio playback via network (DSD up to 11.2 MHz; FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC up to 192 kHz/24-bit) Connection Terminals 7 HDMI inputs (1 front), 2 outputs (Main [ARC], Sub/Zone 2) 2 digital audio inputs (optical and coaxial, assignable) 4 analog RCA inputs (assignable) 3.5 mm mini-stereo analog input (front) Phono input with built-in MM equaliser for turntable 3.5 mm setup mic input for AccuEQ (front) 6.35 mm headphone jack (front) 2 subwoofer pre-outs Zone 2/Zone B line-out and Front pre-out (analog RCA) 7 screw-type speaker posts Ethernet terminal for network connection and IP control USB input (5 V/1 A) for audio playback (rear) AC socket for detachable power cable Advanced Features AccuEQ Room Acoustic Calibration with AccuReflex™ for precise speaker and subwoofer tuning DSP Vocal Enhancer for clearer dialogue via remote or front panel Bluetooth® wireless technology and Wake on Play Standby with auto input selection Advanced Music Optimizer™ for improved compressed audio playback Stereo Assign Mode switches playback from Front to Surround, Rear Surround, or Height speakers for ambient listening 1080p to 4K upscaling with GUI and on-screen display (OSD) via HDMI Crossover adjustment for each channel (40–200 Hz) A/V Sync Control up to 500 ms in 5 ms steps IP control for home automation via LAN 3-mode display dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer) 40 FM/AM random presets and redesigned simple remote control THX® Certified Select™ Cinema-Reference Sound THX Certified Select guarantees cinema-quality sound at reference volume in rooms where the viewing position is approximately 3.5 m from the screen. Receivers pass over 2,000 bench tests across 75 categories to ensure exceptional audio performance. Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® – Immersive 3D Sound Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® formats enable sound to move freely in 3D space, delivering an immersive experience in movies and games. Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X upmix legacy soundtracks for enhanced spatial realism. Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X™ These technologies create virtual height and surround effects from traditional horizontal speaker layouts without additional height speakers. (Enabled via future firmware update.) Dynamic Audio Amplification Onkyo’s refined DAA system features a custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer, large capacitors, and discrete amp output stages for powerful, accurate sound with excellent speaker control and dynamic impact. Next-Generation Network Audio Stream music from Amazon Music, Spotify®, TIDAL, Deezer, and TuneIn. Share audio across your home with Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi®, and FlareConnect™ multi-room support. Works with Sonos Integrate the TX-NR696 into your Sonos Home Sound System or start a new one by pairing with Sonos Connect (sold separately). Control playback and volume via the Sonos app on iOS or Android devices. Chromecast built-in with Google Assistant Stream music effortlessly from your smartphone, tablet, or PC. Use voice commands with Google Assistant-enabled devices for hands-free control. Quad-core SoC with 802.11ac Wi-Fi® The powerful quad-core System on a Chip supports high-speed 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) Wi-Fi for reliable wireless streaming. Note: Wireless signal strength and Wi-Fi channel use may be subject to regional regulations. Flexible Multi-Room Audio with Zone 2 Enjoy simultaneous playback in two rooms with Zone 2 outputs distributing amplified analog, network, Bluetooth®, SPDIF, and HDMI audio sources. Zone 2 DAC supports high-quality audio distribution. Clearer Dialogue and Ambient Listening DSP Vocal Enhancer improves dialogue clarity at the touch of a button. Stereo Assign Mode switches playback to Surround, Rear Surround, or Height speakers for ambient or background music listening. Image