Scheduled for release in May, 2006, the R-871 continues our long
tradition of sonic excellence and exceptional build quality while
adding virtually every feature demanded by advanced users and the
Custom Install fraternity. Items like XM Radio connectivity, 100 MHz
component video bandwidth, re-configurable amplifiers and RS-232
control are no longer confined to the upper pricing stratosphere. They
are available today, reasonably priced, from Sherwood Newcastle.
The
R-871 features fully discrete amplifiers with high current capability
and equal power for all 7 channels. With bandwidth of 100 kHz and
worst-case signal to noise ratio exceeding 96 dB, it's fully compatible
with the playback requirements for today's most demanding sources:
DVD-A and SACD.
For decoding
and playback enhancements, the R-871 uses the the CS-49510, a new
32-bit DSP chip from Cirrus Logic. Critical D to A conversion is
carried out superbly by the AK4358, a 192 kHz/24-bit device from AKM
with dynamic range of 112 dB. The R-871 uses AKM's AK5380 for Analog to
Digital conversion.
The R-871
offers impressive decoding. Its abilities include: DTS-ES Discrete and
Matrix; DTS-96/24; DTS NEO-6 Movie and Music; Dolby Digital EX; Dolby
Pro Logic IIx; Dolby Headphone Layers 1, 2, 3; and Dolby Virtual
Speaker. This is virtually every format available today. It even
ReMasters legacy PCM material such as CDs to 96 kHz sampling frequency
and 24-bit word depth for improved sound.
The
R-871 also offers automatic system set-up for channel level and
distance and both offer SNAP (Sherwood Newcastle Automatic Parametric)
Room EQ. SNAP uses up to 12 channels of Parametric EQ with adjustable
center frequency and "Q" for each of the 7.1 channels to flatten system
response. Once Auto-Setup and SNAP are enabled, system performance
jumps into focus.
Field
Upgradeable: The R-871 can be upgraded in the field to take advantage
of new technologies as they become available via its rear-panel RS-232
connection, which also provides a means for advanced communications
with third-party control systems such as touchpads, touchscreens or the
like.
Universal Video: To ease
system operation and video selection, the R-871 offers on-screen
display and operational control from all three video outputs:
composite, S-Video and Component Video. In addition, it transcodes
(up-converts) all video inputs to a single component video output. With
only one video connection necessary between the receiver and the TV,
system installation and operation are significantly simplified.
Component
Video Switching: With three wideband (100 MHz) component video inputs
and 2 x 1 HDMI video switching, this Newcastle model makes it easy to
hook-up advanced video sources. It is ready for HDTV.
Advanced
Remote Control: Although virtually all functions can be accessed via
the front panel controls most will find it much more convenient to
operate their systems from the convenience of their easy chair. The
R-871 comes with a preprogrammed remote that operates not only the
Newcastle unit but virtually all other home electronics. It is even
capable of executing a series of Macro commands to help automate system
operation.
Rear Panel IR input:
Even the most advanced remote control is powerless if the unit it’s
designed to operate is located inside a closed cabinet. Thus, the R-871
has a rear panel IR input to facilitate operation even if the unit
itself is hidden
ROOM 2 Feeds:
Today, more and more consumers are interested in “whole house” audio
and video. Both the R-871 and R-771 are capable of
“Multi-Room/Multi-Zone” operation in which audio and video for a second
source can be routed to another area of the home and operated even
while a different program is running in the main room.
Powering
ROOM 2: The R-871 offers several options for powering the Room 2 feed.
It has preamp level outputs so it can be easily used with an outboard
main amp, integrated amplifier or A/V receiver. (In fact, our Sherwood
Newcastle RX-770 stereo receiver would be a great choice.) In addition,
the R-871 can be reconfigured in the OSD menu to use the two rear
center amplifiers to power the ROOM2 feed. Thus, the consumer can have
5.1 operating in the main room and stereo in the second zone—all
powered by a single Newcastle receiver.
Independent
Room 2 IR codes: Unlike several other products on the market, Room 2
operation of any of our Newcastle ADVANCED ROOM2 models is completely
independent of Room 1. Using the supplied dedicated Room 2 remote, or
by accessing the correct keys on the main remote, one can turn on the
Room 2 feed, select source and operate the volume without disturbing
Room 1 programs in any way.
On/Off
operation: Anyone interested in automated operation of a home theater
system will be delighted to know that these ADVANCED ROOM2 models
incorporate dedicated codes for “on” and “off”. They will also be
pleased to know that the R-771 has a built-in 12-Volt trigger to tell
other equipment that it’s time to wake up and get on with the show.
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- 100 Watts per Channel from 20 Hz-20 kHz in Stereo Mode, 8 ohms, with <0.05% THD
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| - 100 Watts per Channel x 7 in Surround Mode |
- DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix |
| - DTS-96/24 |
- DTS NEO-6 Movie and Music |
| - Dolby Digital EX |
- Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, Music, Matrix |
| - Dolby Virtual Speaker |
- Dolby Headphone (Layers 1,2,3) |
| - Automatic Format Detection |
- 192 kHz 24-bit DAC's for all channels |
| - Crossover frequency selectable at 40 Hz-200 Hz in 10 Hz increments |
| - Automatic Speaker Set-up with supplied microphone |
- SNAP™ Room EQ |
| - PURE Audio Mode |
- Digital Remastering |
| - XM Radio "Connect and Play" ready with Direct/Category Search and 6-Mode Display |
| - Operating System is software upgradeable via RS-232 |
- 2-way Remote operation via RS-232 |
| - Universal Video™ upconverts composite and SVideo to Component Video |
| - 2 x 1 HDMI switching |
- A/V Synch Delay |
| - A/V Input Renaming |
- Discrete On/Off IR codes |
| - 4 Toslink and 2 Co-ax Rear-panel Digital Input |
- Toslink Digital Output |
| - On Screen Display (available from all video outputs) |
- Room-2 Remote |
| - 8-unit Preprogrammed Remote Control with LCD mode display |
| - 32-Bit CS-49510 processor |
- 12 DSP Modes |
| - 7.1 channel direct input |
- 7.1 channel preamp outputs |
| - Room 2 A/V Output with fixed/variable audio level, composite and S-Video |
| - Rear Center amps assignable to Room-2 feed |
- 30 XM Presets |
| - 30 AM/FM Station Presets |
- Component Video Output |
| - 3 HDTV-Ready Component Video Inputs with 100 MHz bandwidth |
| - 4 Rear Panel Audio/Video Inputs |
- 3 Rear Panel Audio Inputs (including Tuner) |
| - Wide Range Amplifiers to 100 kHz |
- Cinema EQ |
| - Front Panel A/V Input with Composite and S-Video and Toslink Digital |
| - Dynamic Range Control |
- Totally Discrete Amplifier Stage (TDAS) |
| - Heavy Duty Speaker Binding Posts |
- 2-line Dot Matrix Display |
| - 4-Gang Quartz PLL Synthesized Digital Tuning |
- Direct Frequency Input |
| - Preset Scan |
- 30 AM/FM Station Presets |
| - 30 XM station presets (with optional tuner) |
- Digi-Link III |
| - Rear-panel IR Input |
- 12-Volt Trigger Output |
| - Sleep Timer |
- UPC Code : 0 93279 44943 4 |
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