Entered CNET Catalog: 04/20/2007
SKU: 0751398007521
Manufacturer: Onkyo USA
Manufacturer description
When it comes to all-in-one home theater, the HT-SR800 has made a clean break from the pack. You're looking at packaged home theater that neatly integrates your high-definition entertainment and your HDTV through an HDMI channel that transports video with a resolution all the way up to 1080p. Ably supported by component video switching, the HT-SR800 will handle most of the A/V components or formats currently available, as well as the spectacular quality of high-definition discs. Also, reinforcing the convenience of matched components, this package is the first to use an Audyssey room-correction technology specifically designed for integrated systems.User opinions
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4.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Great sound, incredible value
Pros: Fills the room with crisp sound; Excellent price
Cons: Could be a bit more powerful
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User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Excellant for the price
Pros: Great Output
Cons: bukly Size/shape
Review: I bought Onkyo Ht-SR800(Black) some months ago and till now i'm very happy with it.
This is a bulky home theatre not meant for smaller living rooms.
Output of SR800 is great with full 7.1 channel speaker system, you won't find a better one out there at that price, who needs a DVD player when its blu-ray DVD player you wanna buy these days (which don't come standard with home theater systems).
This is a bulky home theatre not meant for smaller living rooms.
Output of SR800 is great with full 7.1 channel speaker system, you won't find a better one out there at that price, who needs a DVD player when its blu-ray DVD player you wanna buy these days (which don't come standard with home theater systems).
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Outstanding system for the price
Pros: Inputs/Outputs galore
Cons: lack of wireless rear speakers
Review: Bought this system after much looking and thought. This is in my smaller viewing area at home. I looked at the HTIBs from all the major players, but this one won the day with it's component quality receiver and input selection. The setup was not that overwhelming for me, but then I've been doing this for a long time. My first "home theater" was hooking the audio out from a mono VHS machine into my stereo, so hooking up equipment isn't that big a deal.
Sounds great and I have not even spent any time with the automated setup.
Really happy to this point. My wife really would have liked the wireless rear speaker option, but that's only time to hide the wires for me.
Sounds great and I have not even spent any time with the automated setup.
Really happy to this point. My wife really would have liked the wireless rear speaker option, but that's only time to hide the wires for me.
User Rating:
3.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
I need to tell you about the bad - the speakers
Pros: Receiver is solid and performs well
Cons: speakers, owners manuel
Review: I have had this unit for two months now. I did all the reasearch and everyone (excluding one person I believe) loved this unit. While I do like the receiver and have no complaints about it (though it does seem a little underpowered) the problem lies with the speakers. They have no highs and are not bright at all. I needed to go into each channel and increase the output on the higher frequency ranges. That helped. Then I replaced the main Right and Left speakers with better speakers which I had around. That helped alot.
I am still happy I bought it. But if I had it to do over again I would spend even more time on research and get the receiver by itself and look into different speakers. I live three hours from the store I bought it at - otherwise I would have returned the unit and done so. After spending many hours fine tuning it I was not up for going through the "buying" experience again.
I am still happy I bought it. But if I had it to do over again I would spend even more time on research and get the receiver by itself and look into different speakers. I live three hours from the store I bought it at - otherwise I would have returned the unit and done so. After spending many hours fine tuning it I was not up for going through the "buying" experience again.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Great Bang for The Buck!
Pros: Automatic speaker calibration, great price
Cons: Haven't found any yet
Review: I've had this system for about five months. After going through the lengthy process of tweaking the settings just so, to my liking, I am so impressed with this HTIB's performance. In the past I've used the big, bulky components and the space-killer speakers. The Onkyo HTIB cost about as much as or less than just one speaker or one component. I can honestly say that I don't notice that much of a drop off in clarity, sound separation or bass response.
The auto speaker calibration was a breeze. I've tweaked the speakers, after I let them break in, here and there to my tastes, but it was nearly spot on.
Fortunately, the HDMI connection isn't an issue with me because, for the moment, I don't have a real need for one. For those who do, I can understand the problem of needing to run an extra cable for audio. That really doesn't make sense to me. But for the price, this system really can't be beat.
The auto speaker calibration was a breeze. I've tweaked the speakers, after I let them break in, here and there to my tastes, but it was nearly spot on.
Fortunately, the HDMI connection isn't an issue with me because, for the moment, I don't have a real need for one. For those who do, I can understand the problem of needing to run an extra cable for audio. That really doesn't make sense to me. But for the price, this system really can't be beat.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Great system, Brings movies to life
Pros: Excellent sound, good price
Cons: not enough speaker wire for rear surround speakers, 30 ft, I needed roughly 50 ft, for a room that is 20 by 15
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3.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
I find it hard to justify spending more.
Pros: Sound is top notch.
Cons: HDMI connections suck.
Review: The inability of this system to process HDMI audio is very inconvinent, but if that is not an issue you won't be disapointed.
User Rating:
3.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Good System for Small Spaces
Pros: Many connections, good quality
Cons: No in-receiver switching or HDMI up-conversion, add your own DVD/VHS, etc...
Review: We purchased this system from Fry's based on some cursory research and the feature set. (I forgot to come to C-Net first...) I was replacing a Pioneer SX780 from the '70s that had burned out and a SpeakerLab 2.1 system from that same time period. Definitely time to upgrade. Onkyo has always made high-quality equipment.
We got the Onkyo system home and I was very impressed, UNTIL I began trying to get it set up. Don't get me wrong, it's fairly easy to set up, but for a smaller room than ours, perhaps 12x15 max. Our room is 12x20 and has major openings on two sides with windows on the third; solid on only one wall.
Everything in the kit is of high-quality, but none of the speaker wires (nicely color coded) were going to work with our set-up. Plus, with the addition of a front projector as well as a flat-screen, I now faced cabling issues.
The HT-SR800 does NOT pass-through audio via its HDMI OUT jack, which Nor does it do any internal switching. Want to run a signal from the Comcast Moto DVR? You'd need to run seperate video and audio lines for EACH output device. Want to run a signal from the DVD player? More cables. VHS deck? More cables still.
This is a nice sytem for someone with a SINGLE TV, who doesn't need switching and can ghet by without upconversion or crippled HDMI.
Ours is going back to Fry's...
I'll exchange it for the highly rated Onkyo TX-605 AV Receiver, which has internal switching, HDMI video AND audio, plus full upconversion. I'll add a center and surround speakers to my existing SpeakerLab kit. That way everything will run nicely to the LCD flat-screen through the one HDMI OUT. I can run component video to the projector, which doesn't need audio.
We got the Onkyo system home and I was very impressed, UNTIL I began trying to get it set up. Don't get me wrong, it's fairly easy to set up, but for a smaller room than ours, perhaps 12x15 max. Our room is 12x20 and has major openings on two sides with windows on the third; solid on only one wall.
Everything in the kit is of high-quality, but none of the speaker wires (nicely color coded) were going to work with our set-up. Plus, with the addition of a front projector as well as a flat-screen, I now faced cabling issues.
The HT-SR800 does NOT pass-through audio via its HDMI OUT jack, which Nor does it do any internal switching. Want to run a signal from the Comcast Moto DVR? You'd need to run seperate video and audio lines for EACH output device. Want to run a signal from the DVD player? More cables. VHS deck? More cables still.
This is a nice sytem for someone with a SINGLE TV, who doesn't need switching and can ghet by without upconversion or crippled HDMI.
Ours is going back to Fry's...
I'll exchange it for the highly rated Onkyo TX-605 AV Receiver, which has internal switching, HDMI video AND audio, plus full upconversion. I'll add a center and surround speakers to my existing SpeakerLab kit. That way everything will run nicely to the LCD flat-screen through the one HDMI OUT. I can run component video to the projector, which doesn't need audio.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
best bang for the money
Pros: awesome sound and A&B speaker hook ups
Cons: hdmi connection can use an upgrade
Review: I purchased this system through amazon just a couple of weeks ago. I was contemplating more expensive systems but this one had very good reviews so I decided to give it a try. I was amazed with the A&B speaker set up with this unit, I have nine speakers hook up to this unit, seven for the home theater set up and two in the garage. HDMI can use a little upgrade with the sound but the pros far outweigh the only con so far. So far vety satisfied.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
This system rocks!
Pros: Superb sound, automatic sound calibration, user friendly
Cons: None noted.
Review: This is an awesome entertainment system! Before purchasing, I did my research on different home theater systems using CNET and consumer reports. Both have the onkyo systems rated highly, and now I understand why. The included instructions guide you on the placement of the speakers. As there are differences between setups, the system automatically calibrates itself, so the sound reaching where you are sitting is excellent. To quote my wife "it feels just like we are at the movie theater". The sound is superb. I would highly recommend this system to anyone interested in getting a great home theater system.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Amazing System, Incredible Price
Pros: Sound Quality, Connectivity, Universal Remote Actually Works
Cons: Somewhat Complicated Controls
Review: I purchased this system after a lot of research on CNet and other sites. My system was so old it didn't have dolby digital or DTS, so when it started to go, I wanted to upgrade withour spending a lot of money. I had almost decided to purchase a Harmon-Kardon Receiver with a set of decent front speakers (left right and center)at Best Buy with a plan to upgrade the speakers later. During my research I thought I'd check Circuit City to see what they had and found the Onkyo HT-SR800. After looking at the specs and CC customer reviews, I couldn't believe what I was seeing. That's where CNet came in: I used CNet to help with my HDTV purchase and have been very happy, I trust their reviews. So when I saw CNet's Editor's rating of 7.8, I was sold. It turned out the CC had the system on sale the week I purchased it plus a $40 off coupon on-line, so I ended up getting this system for $430 including tax about $100 less than I was planning to spend.
The sound is incredible - I would never have believed you could get what is in my opinion a near-audiophile quality system for $500, never mind $430. The highs are crisp, the midrange doesn't get lost and the subwoofer puts out a very clean bass sound with the rumble you're looking for when you watch action movies.
I have a friend that has true audiophle level equipment ($30,000 in AV equipment) and I truly believe that his system with the separate amps per channel, etc. sounds no better than the HT-SR800. I let him listen to it as well and he couldn't believe his ears.
Connecting the speakers was very easy - it's all color coded connections and wire so you can't go wrong. Take the time to set up the Audessy system - it works. The HDMI Connection does not pass through audio, so you take full advantage if the HDMI connections you must buy either the digital coax or optical digital cable for the sound. The remote is the first one I've owned that I was able to program all of my components in and it actually worked. The controls are somewhat complicated at first, but realize you are getting a system that is way beyond what most Home Theaters in a Box offer, with all of the controls you need to tailor the sound to your taste. Overall, You will NOT get a better system for this price or even if you spend hundreds more.
The sound is incredible - I would never have believed you could get what is in my opinion a near-audiophile quality system for $500, never mind $430. The highs are crisp, the midrange doesn't get lost and the subwoofer puts out a very clean bass sound with the rumble you're looking for when you watch action movies.
I have a friend that has true audiophle level equipment ($30,000 in AV equipment) and I truly believe that his system with the separate amps per channel, etc. sounds no better than the HT-SR800. I let him listen to it as well and he couldn't believe his ears.
Connecting the speakers was very easy - it's all color coded connections and wire so you can't go wrong. Take the time to set up the Audessy system - it works. The HDMI Connection does not pass through audio, so you take full advantage if the HDMI connections you must buy either the digital coax or optical digital cable for the sound. The remote is the first one I've owned that I was able to program all of my components in and it actually worked. The controls are somewhat complicated at first, but realize you are getting a system that is way beyond what most Home Theaters in a Box offer, with all of the controls you need to tailor the sound to your taste. Overall, You will NOT get a better system for this price or even if you spend hundreds more.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Amazing for the price
Pros: Easy set-up of wiring. Great sound. Many inputs
Cons: Not such a simple interface for set-up but usable nonetheless
Review: I was expecting some pretty good sound from this set-up but what I got was amazing. I bought it for a party that my wife and I were about to throw so that we would being able to play my music LOUD!. This system did not disappoint. I also set up the theatre sound on this system and it was just as impressive. I can't wait to get my HD LCD to finish this package off for the theatre experience.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 13 user reviews
Outstanding for the price
Pros: Great reciever, great 1080p thruput, good power strong sub-w
Cons: HDMI 1080p thruput only, sub par speakers
Review: HTIB have come along way, usally i would turn my nose to these systems but after looking at the specs and the past performance of ONKYO i felt it wouldnt hurt to try. Easy setup. easy speaker calibration. The speakers on this system does not do this receiver justice. I recommend replacing the cheap speaker wire ASAP to push the sound alot better. The receiver has alot of features and alot of custom sound settings not found in other HTIB what blows me away is that this system is only $450. The HDMI switch in this receiver works seemlessly. Best 1080p passthru I have seen for the price. This system is a diamond in the rough and should demand some attention. After spending some time with the remote its a breeze. Really am impressed with what onkyo is doing as a company
Updated
Bought the Sr-800 about a month ago now. All I can say is for $450 this is by far the #1 HTIB system to own for the price. I have so many great things to say about this system I dont know where to start. I soley bought this HTIB for the reciever but After replacing the speaker wire with decent 14 awg oxygen free wire I got a huge gain from the rear spearkers and was impressed. The reciever alone in my book is worth the $450 very impressed with the power and functionality of it. I cant wait to replace the rear speakers and experiment with the power. I have not tested this yet but I spoke with several Onkyo tech over the phone and they have all assured me since the HDMI is passthrough only it will support HDMI 1.3 with out problems. The front speakers on this system are solid and lively I might experiment with other speakers but if I dont get any gain I will stick with the solid orginal front speakers. Dont get me started on the sub-w its strong and smooth you can hear/feel the quality, My girlfriend said it put chills down her spine during a movie. My only complaint about this system is that the HDMI is passthrough only but I dont mind because my TV has 3 Hdmi inputs so it not a deal breaker for me. Im very anal with my HDTV settings anyways, I have calibrated settings for each of my inputs blu-ray DVD,Gaming,DVD,CPU,SD, and HD TV so regardless of the hdmi passthrough this system is a good fit for me at this price point I couldnt be happyier with my choice. Just my 2 cents.
Bought the Sr-800 about a month ago now. All I can say is for $450 this is by far the #1 HTIB system to own for the price. I have so many great things to say about this system I dont know where to start. I soley bought this HTIB for the reciever but After replacing the speaker wire with decent 14 awg oxygen free wire I got a huge gain from the rear spearkers and was impressed. The reciever alone in my book is worth the $450 very impressed with the power and functionality of it. I cant wait to replace the rear speakers and experiment with the power. I have not tested this yet but I spoke with several Onkyo tech over the phone and they have all assured me since the HDMI is passthrough only it will support HDMI 1.3 with out problems. The front speakers on this system are solid and lively I might experiment with other speakers but if I dont get any gain I will stick with the solid orginal front speakers. Dont get me started on the sub-w its strong and smooth you can hear/feel the quality, My girlfriend said it put chills down her spine during a movie. My only complaint about this system is that the HDMI is passthrough only but I dont mind because my TV has 3 Hdmi inputs so it not a deal breaker for me. Im very anal with my HDTV settings anyways, I have calibrated settings for each of my inputs blu-ray DVD,Gaming,DVD,CPU,SD, and HD TV so regardless of the hdmi passthrough this system is a good fit for me at this price point I couldnt be happyier with my choice. Just my 2 cents.
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