A refined 5.2-channel receiver from Anthem's acclaimed MRX line, delivering 100 watts per channel with audiophile-grade amplification. All seven HDMI inputs are version 2.0b with HDCP 2.2, supporting 4K/60Hz and Dolby Vision passthrough at 18 Gbps. The HDMI board is hardware-upgradeable to HDMI 2.1 for future 8K support. ARC Genesis room correction provides studio-grade calibration that sets this receiver apart from mass-market competitors.
Anthem’s 5.2-channel audiophile receiver with 7 HDMI 2.0b inputs, ARC Genesis room correction, and upgradeable HDMI 2.1 path.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Anthem
- Release Year
- 2022
- Model Number
- MRX 540
- Category
- Audio Equipment
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard) | 7 | — | — | HDMI IN 1-7 | 18 Gbps, 4K/60Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, HDCP 2.2 |
| HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard) | 1 | — | — | HDMI OUT 1 (eARC) | Main output with eARC for TV audio return |
| HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard) | 1 | — | — | HDMI OUT 2 | Secondary output |
| Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF) | 3 | — | — | Digital Optical IN | Digital audio inputs |
| Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF) | 1 | — | — | Digital Optical OUT | Digital audio output |
| Coaxial S/PDIF (RCA Digital) | 2 | — | — | Digital Coaxial IN | Digital audio inputs |
| RCA Stereo Audio | 5 | — | — | Analog Audio IN (Line Level) | Line-level stereo inputs |
| RCA Audio (Mono) | 7 | — | — | 7-Channel Pre-Outs | Individual pre-outs for all 7 processing channels |
| RCA Audio (Mono) | 2 | — | — | Subwoofer Pre-Out 1/2 | Dual subwoofer outputs |
| RCA Stereo Audio | 1 | — | — | Stereo Line Out | Stereo analog output pair |
| 6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) | 1 | — | — | Headphone Out (Front Panel) | Front panel headphone output |
| USB Type-A (USB 2.0) | 1 | — | — | USB | For media playback and system updates |
| RJ-45 (100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet) | 1 | — | — | Ethernet | Wired network for streaming, AirPlay 2, and Chromecast |
| IR Blaster (3.5mm) | 1 | — | — | IR IN | IR extender input |
Notes & Compatibility
No Zone 2 output on this model (available on MRX 740 and above). HDMI board is hardware-upgradeable to HDMI 2.1/8K. 5 amplified channels with 7.2 processing via pre-outs. RS-232C for home automation. 3x 12V trigger outputs. ARC Genesis room correction with supplied microphone.
