Sony ES STR-AZ5000ES 11.2-Channel Home Theater Receiver with Dolby Atmos

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 SASW5 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

MFR # STRAZ5000ES

What's in the box:

11.2ch AV receiver

5' AC power cord

Front-panel conver

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