Specification Sheet

8 High Definition inputs for system flexibility
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Flexible HD connectivity with 8 assignable inputs (6 HDMI®, 2 component). HDCP 2.2 compliant this ES receiver also supports
simple connectivity and full-playback of “4K Premium Content” with maximum visual and multi-channel sound quality.
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In addition
the ZA5000ES allows full, native 4K video content pass-through to 4K capable televisions and projectors, and even up-scales high
definition movies and TV shows to 4K quality.
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Optimized for custom in-home integration
Designed with the integrator in mind, Sony ES engineers took the class leading AVR GUI and tailored it for fluid integration into
leading control systems using the front panel display or even web browser functionality. We’ve also redesigned the back panel
layout to make wiring in a rack easier. Whether it’s including an Install manual with a product manual or discrete IR codes in the
remote, we’ve focused on helping you exceed your customers’ expectations.
8-Port Audio grade Giga Ethernet Switch
An 8-Port Ethernet switch with PoE, Power over Ethernet functionality
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(2 outlets), Ideal for local interfacing to: leading control
systems, computers, media boxes, Blu-Ray Disc™ players, and game consoles directly through the receiver.
USB Front Input
Using the front mounted USB, you can easily apply system updates and during setup, save all receiver settings to a flash drive for
backing up and porting over to another unit to replicate settings.
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Web Browser configurable
View, program and edit receiver settings via your Web Browser, computer, smartphone, or tablet. Enter the following into your
web browser*: “http://[receiver’s ip-address]/”. * — Most modern web browsers are supported.
Seamless IP Integration
With help from your authorized ES dealer/installer the full power of an ES receiver can be easily integrated into expanded home
automation including multi-zone audio, lighting and shades, security, appliances and almost anything else you can imagine.
Control4® Certified and featuring Crestron Connected™, AMX Beacon, Savant, URC and RTI support, The STR-ZA5000ES also
features12-volt triggers, RS232 and IR, for added installation flexibility.
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‘PING’ button
Easing the IP integration process is the addition of a ‘PING’ button on the front of the unit for quick access to unit-specific
IP information (IP and MAC address) via the front display and also easy sharing of unit ‘discovery’ protocols with 3rd party CI
controllers.
In-Ceiling speaker mode
Developed especially for use with in-ceiling speakers and easily configured during setup, In-Ceiling Speaker Mode virtually
relocates the Front and Center in-ceiling speaker sound images to better coincide with the screen. Dialog and music will sound as
if coming from the screen instead of the ceiling.
Flexible zone distribution
Flexible zone distribution capability allows a Z-Series receiver to distribute audio/video sources to the 1st and 2nd zones in varying
configurations providing expanded options.
Discretion advised…
Enjoy enhanced system integration, with The supplied remote control, Call up Test Tones and Video signals at the push of a
button. Access frequently used Menu settings, or take advantage of discrete IR codes to ensure that remote commands perform as
advertised.
Full HDMI® color gamut support
With x.v.Color™ and Deep Color technology capability, you can rest assured that all HDMI® connected video sources will look their
best, displaying nearly twice (1.8x) as many viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard.
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Only what’s necessary…
A powerful catalog of playback CODECs: Digital Cinema Surround, Dolby®, dts® Digital Surround, and Neo:6 Cinema Audio Codec
support ensure an optimized listening experience every time...