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iPodNN: Onkyo has recently announced the upcoming release of two 7.1-channel home theater systems with advanced audio processing, including support for all current audio formats, including the vertical dimensions added by ProLogic IIz.

The HT-S7200 and HT-S6200 surround sound systems are rated at the same 130 watts per channel, with a speaker system that includes an active 230W subwoofer.

Onkyo’s U-Port iPod dock is included with each system. The HT-S7200 has one extra HDMI 1.3a input, at five, compared to the HT-S6200’s four inputs.

The HT-S7200 can upscale signals connected via components and composite inputs to 1080i. The HT-S7200 sports tower front speakers with dual 3.25-inch woofers and a 1-inch dome tweeter. A center channel has the same arrangement of drivers.

The speakers are available as a stand-alone package known as the SKS-HT870 The HT-S6200 system has single 4-inch woofers and one 1-inch balanced dome tweeter on the three front speakers and 3.25-inch full range drivers in the surround speakers.

The 10-inch subwoofer has a 230W power rating on either system. The Onkyo HT-S7200 and HT-S6200 are available now, priced at $899 (€639) and $699 (€496), respectively. The SKS-HT870 7.1-channel speaker package costs $499 (€354).

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