Integra DTR-30.5 AV Receiver Preview

Integra has announced their "first" wireless AV receiver. And of course they mean "first for us" wireless AV receiver. But that's still news worthy of reporting as Integra is one of the premiere custom installer brands and an arm of Onkyo—long known for their feature-rich consumer offerings.

The Integra DTR-30.5 is a 7.2 channel, 95 watts per channel AV receiver. It is rated down to 6 ohms, features discrete outputs stages for all channels, and a push-pull amplifier design. The front and center channels have three-stage inverted Darlington circuitry and the receiver has two independent power supplies. It weighs in at a respectable 28.7 pounds.

The back of the Integra DTR-30.5 is fairly well laid out with enough room to navigate while still having plenty of room for all the required connections. There are six HDMI inputs and two outputs, two component video inputs and one output, and a number of composite inputs (five if you count the front) and one output. There are six pairs of analogue stereo inputs, one optical and two coaxial digital audio inputs, and a two-way RS-232 port (important for custom installations). The HDMI inputs support 3D, ARC, and CEC. There is a MHL (Moble High-Definition Link) compatible input on the back as well (these are often included on the front for ease of use). InstaPreview technology will make switching HDMI inputs quicker.

Integra and Marvell have long has a relationship and the DTR-30.5 is no different. Featuring Qdeo upconversion, the DTR-30.5 will upconvert all your inputs to HDMI and upscale them up to 4k (1080p is, of course, still available). 4K pass-through is supported as well. Dolby Pro Logic IIz is supported for height channels which can be powered internally through or externally through pre-outs. The DTS and Audyssey versions of height/width channels are not supported. Pre-outs are available for all 7.2 channels for adding an extra amplifier. There is a front USB port for connecting your portable device, smartphone, or flash drive.

Of course, the DTR-30.5's claim-to-fame is its wireless. Sporting two antennas, it is not only wi-fi compatible but Bluetooth which means it can connect to your friend's phone without you having to give out your wi-fi password (or give them full access to the receiver). The DTR-30.5 can playback FLAC, DSD, ALAC, HD 24/96 and HD 24/192 formats from HD music download services. It can stream content natively from Spotify, Pandora, Rhapsody, SiriusXM, Internet Radio, and Tune In. For those that prefer the speed of a wired connection (and have access to one), an Ethernet port is included.

Audyssey's MultEQ is on board but not the newer XT version (much less the XT32). Sound quality is important, though, as the DTR-30.5 has 192K / 24-Bit Audio DACs on board. For vinyl lovers, the DTR-30.5 has a phono input. The DTR-30.5 supports two zones of audio and has dedicated speaker terminals for the second zone making switching configurations easy. Pre-outs are also available for Zone 2.

Conclusion

The $1000 Integra Audio DTR-30.5 Wireless Receiver is a first for the company. It is not only Wi-Fi compatible, but Bluetooth is supported. With pre-outs for Zone 2, height channels, and adding external amplification, this is a receiver that should be right at home in most installations. Marvell Qdeo upconversion and scaling to 4K, MHL, InstaPreview, and more should appeal to those that care more about features than power. But, of course, the Integra DTR-30.5 has power as well. With 95 watts per channel, a two-way RS-232 port, legacy video connections, and three 12 volt triggers, installers are going to love this receiver. At $1000, consumers aren't going to be afraid of the price. Add in the savings from having to run an Ethernet cable to you home theater, and the Integra DTR-30.5 may be a home run for the company.

For more information, please visit www.integrahometheater.com.

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