Onkyo TX-SR607 & Q Acoustics 2050 5.1

The TX-SR607 raises the bar once again in the competitive world of mid-range home theater. With HDMI 1.3a inputs for up to six components, it’s ready to handle all your high-definition video and audio needs. Whether it’s a Blu-ray Disc player, a cable or satellite box, or a gaming console, your video signals will be traveling first class. Lower-resolution analog video signals, meanwhile, can be upscaled to 1080i and fine-tuned by Faroudja DCDi Edge™. HDMI version 1.3a also transports the master-quality HD audio formats, DTS-HD Master Audio™ and Dolby® TrueHD. The very latest Dolby technology, Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz, enhances the spatial sensation of music, movies, and video games by letting you incorporate front height channels. The TX-SR607 also includes convenient connectivity options for iPod, MP3 players, and more. Four specialized gaming modes, Audyssey room-correction technologies, and Zone 2 capability add the gloss to what is a phenomenal all-round package.

The 2050 Cinema Package is a new range that delivers both unrivalled sonic performance and breathtaking value for money. We wanted the new 2000 Series to be the very best affordable loudspeakers ever produced. Comprising of 2x 2050 floorstanding speakers for the front left and right, 2 x 2020 bookshelf speakers for the rear channels, 1 x 2000C Centre Channel Speaker and 1 x 2070 Subwoofer for 5.1 Surround Sound that allows you to fully enjoy and appreciate a full cinema surround sound experience in your own home.

The new Q Acoustics 2000 Series is phenomenal.
The all new '2000 Series' loudspeakers from Q Acoustics are just that; All new!

Every part of the new speakers is bespoke, optimised specifically for each new model. The tweeter, bass/midrange drivers, magnets, cone mass, cone rigidity, cone material, crossovers, terminal panel and fully braced cabinets are all designed with the sole purpose of creating the very best performing, lowest distortion, affordable loudspeakers available.

Each model boasts the same excellent, low distortion, ferro-fluid cooled, tweeter. To avoid cabinet resonances, the tweeter is isolated from the front baffle and, to further reduce distortion, its advanced 25mm micro polyester weave dome is ventilated both on the surround and on the dome itself. This reduces distortion by helping the tweeter maintain mechanical integrity by restricting the range of temperatures it endures.

The cone material of the new bass/midrange drivers is a paper/Mica mixture which was found, after extensive testing, to be the optimum material. Its near perfect balance of stiffness and damping delivers ultra low distortion in parallel with an outstanding transient response and astonishing dynamics.

'Finite Element Analysis' was employed to create cones with an exceptionally smooth frequency roll off. This reduces the necessity for compensating components in the crossover circuitry and the inevitable loss of detail.
Naturally, every model benefits from an acoustic fourth order Linkwitz/Riley crossover, to eliminate any phase variations at the crossover frequency.
To further optimise performance, the advanced design of each drive unit's magnet incorporates aluminium compensation rings, reducing distortion through a reduction of inductance modulation.

Laser spectrometry has been used to identify and then minimise cabinet resonances by the careful use of multi-thickness panels, internal bracing and damping materials. The particularly sweet high frequency response, obvious in all models, was particularly improved by the introduction of double layered top panels to every cabinet. To reduce colouration, all 2000 Series cabinets are rear ported. 'Port bungs' are provided, to optimise bass response when the speakers are positioned very close to a wall.

Unusually at its price level, the Model 2070 subwoofer is a completely DSP (Digital Signal Processing) driven system with highly efficient class D amplification. However this has meant we have been able to achieve an advanced level of functionality, as well as optimising the sonic performance, by undertaking all filtering and limiting completely in the digital domain. An example is the 'Speaker Type' function switch, which alters the characteristic of the subwoofer's frequency response at the crossover point. This allows the subwoofer to be optimised for use with either 'ported' speakers, like the rest of the Q Acoustics range, or infinite baffle models.

The subwoofer's twin 170mm bespoke drive units are driven by two matched mono power amplifiers, producing a combined 140 watts. However the switched mode power supply consumes a mere 2 watts when in 'Standby' mode.

The appearance of the new Q2000 Series makes a striking design statement.
All the cabinet dimensions have changed, so each speaker appears to present a slimmer and deeper profile. As well as traditional 'Graphite Black' and 'Walnut' finishes, at a small extra cost, the new 2000 models are available in beautiful 'Piano Gloss Black' and 'Piano Gloss White' finishes.

To further enhance visual impact, all speaker cable terminals are mounted on a recessed plate on the bottom of each speaker (excluding the 2070 Subwoofer). Not only does this look far better, because there are no speaker cables protruding from the rear of the cabinet, but it also enables the speaker to be placed very close to a rear wall, without the speaker terminals or cable getting in the way.

2050 Floorstanding Speakers
• Enclosure type: 2-way reflex
• Bass Unit: 2 x 165mm
• Treble Unit: 25mm
• Frequency Response: 44Hz - 22kHz
• Nominal Impedance: 6
• Minimum Impedance: 4
• Sensitivity: 92dB
• Recommended Power: 25 - 150w
• Crossover Frequency: 2.6kHz
• Dimensions H/D/W mm: 1006 x 321 x 270
• Weight: 21kg

2020 Bookshelf Speakers

• Enclosure type: 2-way reflex
• Bass Unit: 125mm
• Treble Unit: 25mm
• Frequency Response: 64Hz - 22kHz
• Nominal Impedance: 6
• Minimum Impedance: 4
• Sensitivity: 88dB
• Recommended Power: 25 - 75w
• Crossover Frequency: 2.9kHz
• Dimensions H/D/W mm: 264.5 x 278 x 170
• Weight: 5.0kg

2000 Centre Speaker
Enclosure type: 2-way reflex
Bass Unit: 2 x 100mm
Treble Unit: 25mm
Frequency Response: 75Hz - 22kHz
Nominal Impedance: 6?
Minimum Impedance: 4.4?
Sensitivity: 89dB
Recommended Power: 25 - 100w
Crossover Frequency: 2.7kHz
Dimensions H/D/W mm: 160 x 203 x 430
Weight: 6kg

2070 Subwoofer
Enclosure type: Ported
Bass Unit: 2 x 170mm long throw
Amplified Power: 140W rms
Crossover Frequency: 50Hz - 150Hz (variable)
Dimensions H/D/W mm: 425 x 560 x 195
Weight: 14.6kg

1080p Video and High-Def Surround Sound via HDMI 1.3a*
Incorporating HDMI version 1.3a, along with advanced processing capabilities, the TX-SR607 makes for a powerful A/V control center. Five rear-side HDMI inputs, along with a convenient front-side one, enable connection of up to six components, including Blu-ray Disc players, gaming consoles, and set-top boxes. The TX-SR607 can receive and switch high-def media, such as HD broadcasts and Blu-ray Discs, and send a pure digital output to your HDTV. What’s more, all multichannel audio—from bit-for-bit streams to standard Dolby Digital—can be input via HDMI for processing on the TX-SR607. HDMI version 1.3a enables CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) and offers greater bandwidth to deal with higher resolutions, 36-bit Deep Color™, and high frame rates.
* HDMI version 1.3a supports Deep Color™, x.v.Color™, LipSync, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, and CEC.

Dolby Pro Logic IIz for a 3-Dimensional Sound Field
Dolby Pro Logic IIz offers the proven quality of Dolby Pro Logic IIx and adds a new vertical dimension to your home theater soundstage. As with previous versions of Dolby Pro Logic, this latest version delivers a convincing surround-sound experience from any movie or music source—even a stereo one. On the TX-SR607, Dolby Pro Logic IIz enables you to incorporate two “front height” speakers into your surround-sound set-up as an alternative to the two surround back speakers. The front height channels carry ambient, non-directional audio that helps immerse you even more deeply into your movies and games. With Dolby Pro Logic IIz, rain seems to burst from clouds right above you, and helicopters fly realistically overhead.

A Full Range of the Latest High-Definition Surround-Sound Codecs
The TX-SR607 handles Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™ —two lossless decoding formats that enable delivery of a bit-for-bit soundtrack identical to the studio master track. Both codecs take advantage of the high data capacity of the Blu-ray Disc (BD) format. Another BD-related technology is DTS-HD Express, which provides access to secondary audio features. The TX-SR607 also handles two “lossy” audio formats: Dolby® Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio™. Dolby Digital Plus is designed to accompany high-definition video delivered via disc media, broadcasts, and online content. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, meanwhile, offers a greater bit rate, a higher sampling rate, and more channels than the core DTS technology.

A Suite of Audyssey Technologies for the Ideal Listening Environment
The TX-SR607 has three Audyssey technologies to help create the most suitable listening environment for your home.
(1) Audyssey 2EQ™ for Room Acoustic Correction Tailors multichannel audio for your home theater by correcting problems both in frequency response and in the time domain (where most of the
problems lie) for a clear, precise, and natural sound.
(2) Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ Maintains the desired listening level for all content while optimizing the dynamic range.
(3) Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ for Loudness Correction Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality at lower volumes.

HDMI™ Video Upscaling (to 1080i) and Faroudja DCDi Edge™ (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) Technology
The TX-SR607’s HDMI inputs can receive pristine digital video from HDMI-enabled components for a single-cable output to a display device with an HDMI or DVI connection. Native 1080p video is processed as it is, but lower-resolution signals from component video and composite video are upscaled to 1080i via HDMI. Upscaling takes the video resolution to HD quality, so it better matches the resolution of today’s high-definition displays. To further improve performance on high-definition displays, the TX-SR607 features a deinterlacing chip with Faroudja DCDi Edge technology, which effectively eliminates video artifacts.

Universal Port for Single-Cable Connection of Optional Onkyo Dock for the iPod
The TX-SR607 features a proprietary universal port, located on the rear side of the unit, to which you can connect Onkyo’s Dock for the iPod. The dock sends both video and audio signals through a single cable. Earlier versions of Onkyo’s Dock for the iPod can be connected via our Remote Interactive (RI) system.

Music Optimizer™ and Convenient Front-Panel Audio Input for Portable Devices
An audio input on the front panel of the TX-SR607 enables you to connect your iPod or other MP3 player directly to the system. The TX-SR607’s onboard Music Optimizer technology then works to enhance the quality of your compressed digital music files by compensating for bit information lost at higher frequencies.

Playback of Different Audio Sources in Two Different Zones
With Powered Zone 2 and a Zone 2 line-out, you can enjoy surround-sound entertainment in the main room while you play back a completely different stereo source in a second zone equipped with an amplifier or a pair of speakers.

Bi-Amping Capability for High-Impact Movies and Music
The TX-SR607’s surround back speaker channels provide the ambience and effects for movies. They can also be used with the front left and right channels to provide two separate amplification channels for compatible bi-amping speakers (i.e., those with two sets of input terminals). In effect, bi-amping gives a more powerful, dynamic soundfield for two-channel music and movie sound effects.

Advanced Features
• DTS-HD Master Audio™, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio™, DTS-HD Express, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz Decoding
• HDMI™ Version 1.3a to Support Deep Color™, x.v.Color™, LipSync, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, and CEC
• Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (1 Front/5 Rear Inputs and 1 Output)
• HDTV-Capable HDMI Video Switching
• HDMI Video Upscaling to 1080i from Component Video and Composite Video Inputs
• Deinterlacer with Faroudja DCDi Edge™ (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) Technology
• Audyssey 2EQ™ to Correct Room Acoustic Problems
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ to Maintain Optimal Listening Level and Dynamic Range
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ for Loudness Correction
• Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line-Out for Playback in Another Room (Separate Source)
• 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and Role Playing Game (RPG)
• Universal Port for Single-Cable Connection of Optional Onkyo Dock for the iPod

Audio Features
• 175 W/Ch at 6 Ù, 1 kHz, 1 Channel Driven, JEITA
• DTS-ES™ Discrete/Matrix, DTS Neo:6®, DTS 96/24™, Dolby® Digital EX™ Decoding
• DTS Surround Sensation® Speaker Technology
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer
• 192 kHz/24-Bit DACs for All Channels
• Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip
• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical and 2 Coaxial)
• Front-Panel Audio Input for Portable Devices
• Front-Panel Auxiliary A/V Input (for Camcorders, Game Consoles, etc.)
• HDTV-Capable (720p/1080i) Component Video Switching (2 Inputs and 1 Output)
• Optimum Gain Volume Control Circuitry
• Bi-Amping Capability for Music and Movie Sound Effects
• WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
• Music Optimizer for Compressed Digital Music Files
• Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround Function
• CinemaFILTER™
• RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) for System Control
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
• Double Bass Function
• Direct Mode
• Pure Audio Mode
• Independent Crossover Adjustment for F/C/S/SB (40/50/60/80/100/120/150/200 Hz)
• A/V Sync Control Function (Up to 100 ms in 10 ms Steps)
• Dual Subwoofer Pre Outs
• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts
• Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
• 40 FM/AM Random Presets
• Compatible with RI (Remote Interactive) Dock for the iPod
• Preprogrammed RI Remote Control with Onscreen Setup

Other Features
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• Tone Control (Bass/Treble) for Front L/R Channels
• 5 A/V Inputs and 1 Output
• Video Output (Monitor)
• 2 Audio Inputs and 1 Output
• Onscreen Display (OSD) for HDMI Output
• Display Dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer)
• Headphone Jack
• Sleep Timer (via Remote)
• Battery-Free Memory Backup
• Aluminum Front Panel
• Spin-Finished Aluminum Volume Knob