Description
Key Features
THX® Certified Select™ cinema-reference sound
Next-Generation Network Audio
Works with Sonos
Chromecast built-in* with the Google Assistant
Share audio flexibly in Zone 2
7.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
Future-ready home entertainment with THX® Certified Select™
A harmonious mix of tech and tradition, the TX-NR696 adapts to entertainment life and finds the emotion in every sound source, from 3D film-scores to vinyl records. Next-Generation Network Audio gathers Chromecast built-in*1, Works with Sonos, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi® with streaming services for smooth multi-room audio evolved by support for the new high-speed 802.11ac (2×2 MIMO) Wi-Fi® specification*2. Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® pull audiences deep into movies and games, THX Certified Select assuring a cinema-reference experience. If a 5.2.2-ch setup isn’t possible, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer*3 and DTS Virtual:X™*3 can create a 3D sound-field from horizontal speaker layouts. Zone 2 outputs bring amped multi-source audio to two rooms, while a flexible new zone line-out/front L/R pre-out terminal lets you listen how you want, where you want. With revitalized DAA system, 4K/60p/HDR HDMI® terminals, and many extras, this product excels in every aspect.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
175 W/Ch THX® Certified Select™ DAA system
Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in*1, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi®, FlareConnect™*2, Spotify®, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, TuneIn*3
Supports 5.2.2-ch Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® playback
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer*4 and DTS Virtual:X™*4
HDMI Sub/Zone 2 output shares media to a second display or projector
Quad-core SoC supports 802.11ac (2×2 MIMO) Wi-Fi® specification*5
Zone 2/Zone B line-out/Front L/R pre-out with DAC shares D/A audio (including HDMI/SPDIF*6) or connects power amp
Zone 2 outputs distribute D/A audio sources (including HDMI/SPDIF*6)
Stereo Assign Mode to switch Front playback to Height channels
DSP-based Vocal Enhancer improves dialog audibility
GUI with OSD via HDMI features media input/output data display function
HDMI supports 4K/60p, 4K HDR, 4:4:4/24-bit, BT.2020, HDCP 2.2
AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™
One-touch volume memory-presets for A/V inputsputs
AMPLIFIER FEATURES
175 W/Ch (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven)
THX Certified Select certified Dynamic Audio Amplification
Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer
Large custom-made audio power capacitors
Non-phase-shift amp topology with discrete output stage
New dual-transistor amp output stages (L/R/C) doubles instantaneous current output for stunning dynamics and bass impact
Strengthened power-supply line for high-current dynamics
Refined HDMI grounds, short signal paths reduce noise
SoC board remote from audio paths to reduce noise
High-current drive handles 4-ohm speaker loads
High-grade AKM (AK4458) 384 kHz/32-bit multichannel D/A conversion
VLSC™ (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) filtering (Front L/R)
PLL (Phase Locked Loop) anti-jitter technology for S/PDIF audio
Tone controls (bass/treble) for front L/R channels
Pure Audio Mode and Direct Mode for high-fidelity sound
VIDEO & AUDIO SUPPORT
Supports HDCP 2.2, 4K/60p, HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), BT.2020, 4:4:4 color-space, 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), DeepColor™, x.v.Color™, and LipSync via HDMI
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio® decoding
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X 3D processing
Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X upmixing technology
THX listening modes for movies, music, and games
Sound optimization for games (Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG)
SACD (Super Audio CD) playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz 2-ch/multichannel)
Theater-Dimensional virtual surround-sound function
NETWORK FEATURES
Next-Generation Network Audio with multi-room audio, streaming service integration, and remote app control
Works with Sonos certified for the Sonos Home Sound System*7
Chromecast built-in and voice control with the Google Assistant*8
AirPlay 2 multi-room audio and voice control with Siri*9
DTS Play-Fi® multi-room audio via Onkyo Music Control App*10
FlareConnect™ multi-zone audio with compatible components
Quad-core SoC processing evolves network functions and supports high-speed 802.11ac (2×2 MIMO) Wi-Fi specification
Supports Onkyo Controller remote and music streaming app*10
Hi-Res Audio playback via network (DSD 11.2 MHz/5.6 MHz/ 2.8 MHz*11; FLAC, WAV [RIFF], AIFF, and ALAC to 192 kHz/24-bit*12)
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)
1 phono input with built-in MM equalizer 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/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 and AccuReflex
DSP Vocal Enhancer boosts dialog audibility via remote keys or front panel
Bluetooth® wireless technology and Wake on Play Standby with auto input selection supporting select smart speakers
Advanced Music Optimizer™ improves compressed audio playback
Zone 2 speaker outputs for powered simultaneous multi-source D/A audio distribution (including HDMI/SPDIF) with Zone 2 DAC; output via Zone 2 and Zone 2 line-out
Front/Height/Surround Back switching (layout dependent) for ambient listening in Stereo Assign Mode
Zone 2/Zone B line-out/Front L/R pre-out (analog RCA) with Zone 2 DAC connects compatible audio systems for synced/independent D/A playback (including HDMI/SPDIF) in Main and Zone 2; connects compatible transmitters for wireless headphones; connects power amp for Front L/R speakers
One-touch volume memory-presets for A/V inputs via front panel
1080p to 4K upscaling and GUI with overlaid OSD via HDMI
Crossover adjustment for each channel(40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/200 Hz)
A/V Sync Control (up to 500 ms in 5 ms steps at 48 kHz)
Various standby modes and HDMI pass-through
IP control for home automation systems via LAN
3-Mode display dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer)
40 FM/AM random presets
Redesigned simple remote control
