Built-in HD Radio tuner, XM- and iPod-ready, plus multi-zone control!
Fast Facts
The DRA-697CI is the multi-zone, multi-source, iPod- and XM-ready center of your 2-channel A/V system.
100 watts per channel x 2 channels
Discrete multi-room, multi-source audio and video outputs for 2-source, 3-zone control
Built-in HD Radio tuner
iPod connect-ready
XM Satellite Radio-ready (requires subscription and optional antenna)
A value-packed performer
The DRA-697CI receiver will shine as the core to your high end hi-fi stereo multi-room audio system. Equipped with many new features, it can handle almost any configuration combination. With a generous 100 watts per channel x 2 of power, you’ll have more than enough juice to feed most of today’s speakers. And when you connect your TV and DVD player to the DRA-697CI you’ll enjoy far better sound than you would get from your TV alone.
The DRA-697CI features multi-zone, multi-source functionality, so it can act as the control center for a multi-room system. The subwoofer preamp output and phono input provide advanced hook-ups that allow you to have a high-performance system without breaking the bank.
New chassis design, known as the Signal Level Divided Construction (SLDC), preserves the purity of the signal, allowing it to be reproduced with much greater fidelity and clarity.
Endless entertainment options
The HD/AM/FM stereo tuner has 56 station pre-sets, so finding all your favorite spots on the radio dial is a snap. HD Radio cpabaility means you'll receive more AM and FM channels than ever, all with crytal-clear sound quality. And with XM capability, you can easily add the huge world of satellite radio programming to your entertainment mix.
The DRA-697CI is also compatible with the new Denon iPod dock, which allows you to use the receiver’s remote to navigate through all your tunes – and videos – on your iPod. Speaking of video, this feature-packed receiver also offers 3 composite video inputs and 2 outputs, so it can be the switching center of a simple A/V system.
Highlights
100 Watts x 2 into 8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.08% THD – 4 ohms stable
Frequency Response - 10Hz-100kHz +0 dB, -3 dB at 1W
Discrete multi-room, multi-source audio and video outputs for 2-source, 3-zone control
XM Satellite Radio Ready – Connect and Play system (antenna and subscription to XM required)
Dedicated iPod (audio/photo/video) input for use with optional ASD-1R iPod Dock, with front panel display and remote control
AM/FM/FM Stereo Tuner with 56-station auto preset FM memory
Independent, remote-controlled volume for second and third zones
Discrete Main and/or Zone activation by remote or front panel
RS232C serial command control
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100 Watts x 2 into 8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.08% THD – 4 ohms stable
Frequency Response - 10Hz-100kHz +0 dB, -3 dB at 1W
Discrete multi-room, multi-source audio and video outputs for 2-source, 3-zone control
XM Satellite Radio Ready – Connect and Play system (antenna and subscription to XM required)
Dedicated iPod (audio/photo/video) input for use with optional ASD-1R iPod Dock, with front panel display and remote control
HD Radio tuner built in, plus AM/FM/FM Stereo Tuner with 56-station auto preset FM memory
Independent, remote-controlled volume for second and third zones
Discrete Main and/or Zone activation by remote or front panel
RS232C serial command control
Discrete Source select
Subwoofer preamp output
Phono Input
Loudness contour
Serial IR ports
Signal Level Divided Construction
Banana-plug compatible speaker terminals
Composite Video switching: 3 inputs/2 outputs
Video/audio signal mixing for simulcasts
Discrete Source select
Speaker A/B selector
Preamp output
Tone controls and tone control defeat
Record out selector
IR Remote input/outputs
Multi-brand remote control
W x H x D (inches): 17.1 x 5.9 x 16.4
Weight: 20.2 lbs.
Warranty: 24 months parts and labor