To clarify:
I have an entirely separate system for 2 channel stereo/music.
I am just looking for an HT receiver with all the current theater codec and video standards that will last me another 8-10 years as my onkyo has to this point.
My initial pass with regard to features/specs and price led me to the Marantz.
But, I don’t know what I don’t know, which is the point of asking here.
Answers and suggestion from the combined wisdom of users of this forum regarding an HT unit is my goal..
i appreciate the replies.