Denon AVR-X1700H Audio-Video Receiver Packed with value and performance
Denon's AVR-X1700H delivers exciting home theater sound for movies, TV shows, video games, and music.
About the Denon AVR-X1700H
Packed with value and performance
If you're like me, and you love experiencing movies and video games in surround sound, then check out Denon's AVR-X1700H. This modestly priced receiver has three 4K/120 HDMI inputs for making the most of cutting-edge video sources. And it's got special processing onboard for smooth, lag-free gaming.
Set this flexible receiver up your way
The AVR-X1700H has built-in amplification for seven speakers. Use all the channels in a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos® or DTS:X® home theater system — or go with a conventional 5.1 setup and repurpose the extra two channels for music in another zone.
Plenty of power under the hood
The AVR-X1700H uses a high-current, discrete power amplifier for each of its seven channels. So, while 80 watts per channel may not sound like gobs of power on paper, this receiver has plenty of horsepower to drive most small- to medium-sized speakers with ease.
The 'X1700H isn't as tall as Denon's larger, more powerful models, making it a solid choice if you're tight on shelf or cabinet space.
Advanced video processing for movies and gaming
Denon equipped the AVR-X1700H with the latest video technology. Three of its six HDMI inputs support crisp 4K/120 video content — perfect for high-quality sources like a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player, an Apple TV, or your next-gen gaming system. (The other three inputs support 4K/60 video content.)
Listen to your favorite tunes
The AVR-X1700H isn't just great for watching movies — it's terrific with music, too.
Stream tunes from your phone or tablet via Bluetooth or Apple AirPlay 2. Play your collection of digital music files over your Wi-Fi network. Or use the built-in phono input for your turntable. You can even play high-resolution tracks from a USB drive.
Expand your system with HEOS Built-in
HEOS Built-in technology lets you access all of your music — from your personal library, internet radio, and popular streaming services like Pandora®, Spotify®, and TIDAL — through the 'X1700H.
You can easily make this receiver part of a wireless multi-room audio system as well. Stream music to HEOS wireless speakers and components in different rooms, and control each room's sound independently with the free HEOS app.
The app lets you control playback, browse music sources, and select which rooms you want to use. Play the same music throughout your home or listen to something different in each room.
Product highlights:
Power and processing:
- 7-channel amplifier
- 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD, with 2 channels driven
- Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding
- Dolby Atmos® processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound
- Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X® create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
- Analog-to-HDMI video conversion
- Upscales standard-defin.ition video signals to HD and Ultra HD (up to 8K)
- Audyssey MultEQ® XT auto speaker setup and room calibration delivers balanced, dynamic sound with enhanced surround performance
Streaming music options:
- Built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
- HEOS Built-in technology wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole-home audio
- includes support for Pandora®, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)
- free HEOS app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback
- works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers
- Apple AirPlay 2 lets you easily stream 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
- Bluetooth transmission for sending audio from the receiver to Bluetooth-enabled headphones
- play audio through Bluetooth headphones only, or through Bluetooth headphones and connected speakers simultaneously
Multi-room audio:
- Dual-room/dual-source output
- Amp assign function lets you use the surround back speaker outputs in Zone 2
- Using powered 2nd-room output allows 5.2-channel sound in main room
- All Zone TV Audio lets you play surround sound in your main room and downmixed stereo in your 2nd room
- Zone 2 compatible audio sources: HDMI audio, optical/coaxial digital inputs, analog audio inputs, AM/FM tuner, USB, Bluetooth, and HEOS music apps
- Cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone
HDMI features:
- HDMI audio/video switching: 6 in, 1 out
- 3 inputs and 1 output support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video (HDMI 2.1)
- All inputs and outputs support 4K/60Hz video
- HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
- HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
- Supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision™, and HLG
- Gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
- Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) 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
Other connections:
- Composite video switching: 2 in, 1 out
- Digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 1 coaxial
- 2 analog stereo RCA audio inputs
- MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable
- Two line-level subwoofer outputs (each output carries the same signal)
- Front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives
- Ethernet port for network connection
- Outputs for 7 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R)
- Full-sized headphone jack
- Removable power cord
Dimensions and other info:
- Free Denon AVR Remote app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote
- Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings
- 17-3/16"W x 6"H x 14-7/16"D (8-1/2"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
- Weight: 19 lbs. / 8.6kgs
- Warranty: 1 year
What's in the box:
Denon AVR-X1700H owner's manual
- 7.2ch AV receiver
- 6' AC power cord
- Remote control (RC-1244)
- 2 "AAA" batteries
- Sound calibration microphone (ACM1HB)
- FM wire antenna
- AM loop antenna
- Cardboard microphone stand
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Information
- Safety Instructions
- Notes on radio
- Sheet of self-adhesive cable labels
- Spotify brochure
- Heos brochure
- Microphone Stand Assembly Instructions
- "Bluetooth/WiFi Certified" note
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