GENERAL | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Brand | Anthem | Onkyo |
Model | MRX 740 8K | TX-NR818 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | North America | USA |
Release Year | 2021 | 2012 |
Predecessor | Onkyo TX-NR809 | |
Successor | Onkyo TX-NR828 |
AMPLIFIER | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Power Output | 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) | 135 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Amplifier Design | Class A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the rest | |
WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) | ||
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) | ||
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry | Linear | |
THX™ Certification | Select™2 Plus | |
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | ||
3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry | ||
PUSH-PULL Design | ||
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) | ||
Bi-amp Capability | ||
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) |
AUDIO FEATURES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Digital Processing Crossover Network | ||
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | Next-Generation DSP Platform | Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip |
DAC | Burr-Brown | |
DAC Specs | 768 kHz/32 Bit | 192 kHz/24 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 11.1 | 9.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | PLIIz | |
Dolby Digital EX | ||
Surround EX | also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX | |
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | Neo:X | |
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, DSD, Dolby TruHD, LPCM, AAC | |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 192 kHz | |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | |
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | |
DSD via USB | 2-ch Input | |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
Jitter Reduction | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology | |
DTS Dialogue Control | ||
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialog Level Adjustment | ||
Dialog normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | Screen Centered Dialog | |
Tone Control | Front L/R Channels | |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Music Optimizer | |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
THX Processing Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Phase-Matching Bass Boost | ||
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Audio Mode | ||
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode | ||
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 |
Audyssey App Support |
VIDEO FEATURES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.1 | |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | ||
HDCP Version | 2.3 | 2.2 |
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 | up to 1080p |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) | |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component, Composite, PC | |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
Component Video Maximum Resolution | 1080p | |
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Wi-Fi | via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately) | |
Bluetooth | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google Assistant | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SonoS | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
MHL Input | Front HDMI | |
DLNA 1.5 | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay 2 | |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad | iPod and iPhone via front USB |
Remote App | Anthem Remote App | iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue |
TERMINALS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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HDMI Inputs | 7 | 8 (1 front) |
HDMI Outputs | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) | 2 (simultaneous) |
8K Inputs | 7 | |
USB Input | for factory service | 1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear |
USB DC Out Port | ||
Optical Inputs | 3 | 3 (1 front) |
Optical Outputs | 1 | |
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 3 |
RCA Line Inputs | 4 | 7 (1 front) |
RCA Line Outputs | 1 | |
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 11.2 | 9.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Composite Video Inputs | 5 (1 front) | |
Composite Video Outputs | 1 | |
S-Video Inputs | ||
S-Video Outputs | ||
Component Video Inputs | 2 | |
Component Video Outputs | 1 | |
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
PC In | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI/MHL, USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio, Optical | |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
uport |
ZONES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Number of Zones | 2 | 3 |
Powered Zones | 2 and 3 | |
Zone 2 Outs | HDMI, Pre Out | RCA Line Out |
Zone 3 Outs | RCA Line Out | |
Whole House Mode | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 3 | 2 (Zone2, Zone 3) |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 0 | 1 / 1 |
MISCELLANEOUS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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On-Screen Display | Advanced "Home" GUI | |
IP Control | ||
Display | ||
ONKYO-RI System Control | ||
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI) | ||
Pre-Pro/Learning Remote | / | |
On Screen Remote Programming | ||
Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI | ||
Activity Based Remote | ||
Smart Grid-Ready |
RADIO | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | |
Presets | 40 | |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | vTuner | |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM |
CONSTRUCTION | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Solid Aluminum Front | ||
Speaker Terminals | 7 | 11 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 7 | 11 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Independent Power Supply | ||
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) | Massive High Power Transformer | |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Power Consumption | 485 W | 8.1 A |
No Sound Power | 95 W | |
Standby Power | 0.3 W | 0.1 W |
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function |
PHYSICAL | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) | 431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm 17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x | 435 mm x 198.5 mm x 435.5 mm 17-1/8" x 7-13/16" x 18-1/8" |
Weight | 15.1 kg (33.2 lbs) | 18.3 kg (40.3 lbs) |
SPECIFICATIONS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Onkyo TX-NR818 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 135 W (0.08% THD) | |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) | 140 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 60 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 170 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 75 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels | 125 W (0.7% THD) |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC) | 230 W | |
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) | 180 W (1% THD) | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front) | 300 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 250 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 150 W | |
THD | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) | |
Damping Factor | 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ (Line) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 2.5 mV/47 kΩ | |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 200 mV/470 Ω | |
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance | 5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS | 4.6 V/470 Ω |
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance | 32 Ω - 600 Ω | |
Phono Overload | 70 mV (MM 1 kHz 0.5%) | |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 110 dB | 110 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 80 dB | |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB | 5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode) |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 2.8 MHz | |
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance | 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) | |
Video Frequency Response | 5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component) | |
Ethernet Standard | 100BASE-TX | |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz | |
AM Frequency | 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz | |
Warranty | 2 Years |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted
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