Denon AVR-S650H

Denon AVR-S650H
Brand Denon Number Of Channels 5 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 98 dB Weight 20.8 pounds Manual avr-s650h.pdf USB 1
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Denon AVR-S650H: 5-Channel AV receiver with Multiple Options

Denon AVR S650H

The Denon AVR-S650H is a basic model of the S-series of Denon AV receivers. Still, the middle-level cost is backed up by a solid processor, enhanced video possibilities (full UHD support), clean high-resolution sound with multiple equalization options, and well-developed connectivity. The receiver features typical for Denon sturdiness and minimalist look while offering simple and comprehensive navigation both on-panel and via remote / wireless control.

Managing 5.2-channel configuration and popular surround sound formats, this receiver would definitely fit as the heart of the home theater while its options enable various activities including music listening, TV watching, gaming, etc.

Design

Heavy weight (almost 21 lbs) and considerable size (13.3 x 17.1 x 6 inches) of the Denon AVR-S650H AV receiver are justified by the overall solid quality of build it has. All elements (buttons, dials, screen, connection ports, feet) are made reliably. The controls panel and the screen are quite wide, with a few functional buttons. Most of the connections are situated on the rear side.

Features

The receiver supports the UHD video format with HDR and Dolby vision delivering the 4K signal in its programmed richness of color and precision of detail. HDMI eARC activated, the sound can be processed via the acoustic set enriching the TV watching with surround sound. The 5.2-channel configuration lets hook up two subwoofers, while the EQ panel brings multiple possibilities for calibrating the sound for different sets / activities and tweak it at the user’s liking.

Performance

Browsing the Denon AVR-S650H specs, one can find this receiver is quite a powerful feeding 150W per channel (75W in stereo mode). Its relatively low impedance lets it work with a wide array of speakers. The processors work fast ensuring the lagless sound and video even for the highly dynamic content and video gaming. Besides, the receiver supports HEOS multi-room connectivity letting it transmit the sound to two different acoustic sets via a wireless connection.

Sound Quality

With the well-set EQ, the Denon AVR-S650H delivers a clean, detailed, and almost colorless sound. Within the standard frequency range of 20 – 20,000 Hz, it provides even response filling the air with the wide soundstaging and creating exact imaging. It’s good at producing sharp and clear yet non-shrieking highs and solid rich mids. The bass goes thumpy and deep, though at complex bass compositions it might lack dynamics a bit. The general tonal balance of the Denon AVR-S650H stereo receiver isn’t bright but rather a fraction darkened constituting a “character” of this model.

Connectivity

The rear panel of the AVR-S650H features five HDMI, two coaxial, and two optical digital inputs, with two analog inputs and one HDMI output. There’s a USB port and phone connection on the front. Wireless includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, smartphone application. HDMI CEC works well enabling immediate system activation from a single remote. The device works with different voice control techs (Alexa, Google, etc.), while the voice functionality includes only basic navigation options.

Setup

Default settings and modes on this receiver are well-tuned to fit wide application purposes. Highlight the dialogues in the “Reference” mode, enjoy Dolby or DTS HD sound in the home theater option or colorless pure sound in the “Flat” setting. The setup on-screen assistant menu helps perform the initial tuning, while the overall navigation and EQ settings are quite simple and comprehensive.

Conclusion

Let’s sum up the highlights of the Denon AVR-S650H review:

Specification

Media Content Source

Network

Bluetooth

USB-host

Additional Features

Apple Air-play Support

Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR) Technology

Three-zone Capability

Smartphone Remote Control

A-B Speaker Switch

Dual-zone Capability

Pure Direct Mode

Auto Power Off

Bi-amplifying

Audio Return Channel (ARC)

Amplifier

Frequency Response

20 Hz - 20 kHz

Output Impedance Per Channel

8 Ohm

Output Power Per Channel

75

Total Output Power

525 W

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

98 dB

Number Of Channels

5

Total Harmonic Distortion

0.08 %

Sound Features

Surround Sound Effects

Dolby Digital

Audio D/A Converter

24bit / 192kHz

Digital Content Protection

HDCP 2.3

Surround System Class

5.2 channel

Audio Formats

AIFF

AAC

WMA

WAV

MP3

FLAC

Apple Lossless

Dimensions

Dimensions

13.3 x 17.1 x 6 inches

Weight

20.8 pounds

Built-in Decoders

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby Atmos

DTS:X

Dolby True HD

Dolby Surround

Connectivity Interfaces

IEEE 802.3u

IEEE 802.3

WI-FI

Bluetooth

Connector Type

HDMI Inputs

5

Coaxial Digital Inputs

1

Phones

1

Optical Digital Inputs

2

USB

1

AV Inputs

2

Subwoofer Outputs

2

Coaxial Digital Outputs

has not

Optical Digital Outputs

has not

HDMI Outputs

1

User Manual

Manual

avr-s650h.pdf

Functions

Network Audio Player

Internet Radio

Digital Player

Power Device

Standby Power Consumption

0.1 W

Operational Power Consumption

340 W

Radio

Preset Station

56

Tuner Bands

AM/FM

Tuner Type

digital

Clock

Sleep Timer

Built-in Clock

Built-in Display

Colour

black

Type

fluorescent

Signal Processing

Upscaling Via HDMI

3D Pass-through

Video Conversion/scaling

HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion

HDMI Pass-through

up to 4K

General

Brand

Denon