Sony's 2021 flagship 7.1.2-channel soundbar was one of the first to feature dual HDMI 2.1 inputs with full 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough — excellent for connecting gaming consoles and Blu-ray players simultaneously. The rear panel offers an unusually complete port selection for a soundbar: optical, 3.5mm analog in, USB, Ethernet, and a proprietary S-Center Out jack for using a compatible BRAVIA TV as a center speaker.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Sony
- Release Year
- 2021
- Model Number
- HT-A7000
- Category
- Audio Equipment
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) | 2 | — | — | HDMI IN | 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough, Dolby Vision HDR, VRR, ALLM |
| HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) | 1 | — | — | HDMI OUT (eARC) | eARC output to TV. Supports lossless Dolby Atmos, DTS:X. |
| Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF) | 1 | — | — | Optical In | Digital audio input for legacy TV compatibility |
| 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio) | 1 | — | — | Analog Audio In (3.5mm) | Analog stereo input |
| 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio) | 1 | — | — | S-Center Out | Connects to compatible Sony BRAVIA TV for center channel use |
| USB Type-A (USB 2.0) | 1 | — | — | USB | USB audio playback and firmware updates |
| RJ-45 (100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet) | 1 | — | — | Ethernet | Wired network connection |
Notes & Compatibility
S-Center Out requires compatible Sony BRAVIA TV. HDMI inputs support 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz passthrough.