Full HD 1080p Video Transmision

By simply connecting a single HDMI cable between devices, full-HD video signals can be transmitted without any image degradation. Two HDMI-compatible devices can be connected to allow easy, convenient switching of video sources.

HDMI Connection (Input & Output)

With HDMI connection, recorded images are transmitted with no deterioration for high quality reproduction. Both video and audio signals are transmitted over a single cable, so connection is easier and there is less clutter.

H.D.M.I. - High-Definition Multimedia Interface

VIERA Link Control

With a single cable, HDMI enables transmission of not only A/V signals but also control signals. All you have to do to enjoy a new level of operation convenience is hook up to a VIERA Plasma TV or DVD-Recorder with VIERA Link Control compatibility. When you want home theatre entertainment, for example, just press a button on the remote. Power to all the components switches on, TV input and other settings are automatically adjusted, and the show's ready to begin. It's that easy.

150 Watts (DIN) with 7.1 Channel Output  

7.1 ch Surround Sound for Home Theatre

The SA-BX500 employs 7-channel amps, each with a full 150 watts* of power. You can enjoy up to 7.1 channels of brilliant surround sound. The SA-BX500 provides greatly improved realism of sound moving back and forth, and swirling around, over conventional 5.1 channel reproduction. The result is a rich, deep surround with superb presence - the kind of sound that draws you right into the picture.

Bi-Amp/Bi-Wiring Drive

When using bi-wired speakers with the SA-BX500, each speaker is driven by three amps for even higher sound quality. This bi-amp system drives the treble range with a single amp and the bass range with dual amps, using a total of six amps for high stereo fidelity.

Large Speaker Terminals

All-Stage 192kHz Compatibility

Awesome Multi-Channel Sound for Home Theatre Enjoyment

The SA-BX500 handles today's most advanced surround sound formats of today- Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio DecoderDolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital EX, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES and DTS NEO:6. The SA-BX500 reproduces everything from DVD-Audio to the latest Blu Ray 7.1 channel surround sound Audio Codecs with brilliant quality. The result is a rich, deep and strong sound quality.

Rear Wireless Speaker Ready - With the Purchase of the SH-FX67

You can upgrade with the purchase of the SH-FX67 to a wireless home theatre system (eliminating wires running from the centre unit to the rear speakers). The SH-FX67 is available individually to provide the convenience of Radio Frequency wireless transmission from the cantre unit to the rear speakers.

You can upgrade with the purchase of of 2 SH-FX67 & a *7.1 speaker pack to a 7.1 wireless home theatre system. This allows the 4 Surround Speakers to be Rear Wireless (eliminating wires running from the centre unit to the rear speakers).  

 ^{*Please Check Speaker Specifications to match this receiver.}

MOS-FET incorporated into the unit.

The power amp section is equipped with newly developed, half-bridge MOS-FETs, which assure high conversion efficiency and excellent audio characteristice. The result is a fast, powerful speaker drive that delivers highly linear, true-to-life musical reproduction.

Multiple Inputs Ready for lossless Audio

6 & 8 Channel discrete inputs enable seamless connectivity with source devices containing built-in Built-in Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio DecoderDolby Digital or DTS Decoders. 4 Digital Audio Inputs (3 Optical, 1 Coaxial) provide multiple inputs for other devices and makes the SA-BX500 the home cinema hub.

Digital Inputs for Connection to other Home Theatre Devices

Including 4 Digital Audio Inputs and 3 HDMI Input enables the SA-BX500 to be the centre-piece of your home theatre system. 3 Optical and 1 Coaxial Inputs for other compenents ensure connectivity with other digital home theatre devices. HDMI 3 Inputs &  1 Output provides high quality transmission without any signal deterioration.

iPod Dock Ready

Panasonic's SA-BX500 sound system is a great way to listen to the music on your iPod. Just connect the optional SH-PD10 and you can play music from your iPod whilst charging your iPod

SH-PD10 i-POD Docking Station

Auto Speaker Setup

Simply connect the speaker setup microphone, place it at your usual listening position, and press and hold the Test button on the remote control to start the automatic setup. Optimum speaker setting is easily achieved without any complex and cumbersome setting procedures.