I have the SA-XR25 model for my "souped up" TV (I really can't call it HT). However I do have the whole 5.1 setup, and agree with others that this is one fine piece of equipment.
Features that the 45 has which the 25 does not are:
1. On screen display for setup purposes. Not really a problem because the front panel buttons are really more convenient. If one plans to use the unit just for audio the OSD would be a waste of money.
2. Low level outputs (stereo) for driving an amplifier at a second listening location. You probably don't need this.
3. The remote has a button labeled "TONE" but the 25 does not respond.
I don't know what Gmood1 means when he talks of direct digital input. Mine has it. 2 Optical, 1 coax, and 1 optical output (shown connected to a CD recorder). The 45 has 3 optical in, said to be ready for 192KHz.
All performance specs are the same.
Features that the 45 has which the 25 does not are:
1. On screen display for setup purposes. Not really a problem because the front panel buttons are really more convenient. If one plans to use the unit just for audio the OSD would be a waste of money.
2. Low level outputs (stereo) for driving an amplifier at a second listening location. You probably don't need this.
3. The remote has a button labeled "TONE" but the 25 does not respond.
I don't know what Gmood1 means when he talks of direct digital input. Mine has it. 2 Optical, 1 coax, and 1 optical output (shown connected to a CD recorder). The 45 has 3 optical in, said to be ready for 192KHz.
All performance specs are the same.