Source: Press Release, Last Accessed: 2016/09/14

Sony announced the addition of three new audio-video receivers to join their current ES flagship model, the STR-ZA5000ES. Designed specifically to meet the needs of custom installers, the STR-ZA3100ES, STR-ZA2100ES, and STR-ZA1100ES all support 4K HDR capability and incorporate both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio.
The ES line of receivers are built for installers, inside and out, offering a suite of integration features for the custom installer: superior 4K device handling, ease of installation, third party certification, removable front panel, and multiple setup options. The ES receivers feature enhanced compatibility with leading control systems, an intuitive web-based configuration interface, native HDCP 2.2 support and more. Also, all include Sony's Auto Calibration technology, D.C.A.C. EX with Speaker Relocation. Utilizing a stereo microphone and 31 bands, D.C.A.C. EX compensates for less than ideal listening environments by closely simulating the sound field produced using optimally positioned and angled speakers. Also, a new feature called Phantom Surround Back provides a 7 channel surround experience with a 5 channel speaker configuration. All of the new ES receivers are compatible with both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and support a long list of legacy surround formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
Each of the new ES models includes six HDMI inputs (except the-ZA1100ES, which has 5) and two outputs that provide full HDCP 2.2 compliance and supports the latest 4K 60p (4:4:4) Ultra HD content pass-through such as Ultra HD Blu-ray discs as well as video streaming in full 4K resolution and High Dynamic Range (HDR). It can also distribute both 4K video and multichannel audio simultaneously to two different zones. The new ES receivers are compatible with the new BT.2020 wide color gamut standard for future applications. Additionally, all the new ES receivers can upscale video to 4K 24p.
All models will be available to dealers and the custom installer channel in spring 2017. Detailed specifications will be available in early 2017.

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