Dolby Atmos Bring a height element to the immersive 3D audio experience, or with virtualized Dolby Atmos, engage all speakers to create a 3D audio sensation from legacy content even without height speakers. DTS:X DTS:X immersive audio content places sound where it would naturally occur in space, creating lifelike, multi-dimensional audio. DTS Neural:X upmixer offers heightened realism for legacy content. HDMI Connectivity with ARC/eARC Supports the latest HDMI technology on inputs and outputs. ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced ARC) make playing TV audio through your AV receiver simple using a single HDMI connection. 8K/HDCP 2.3 Enjoy pristine 8K picture quality on your 8K TV or projector. Supports both 8K pass-through and 8K upscaling of 4K content. Supports HDCP 2.3 for peace of mind when streaming copy-protected content. HDR 10+ Supports HDR (High Dynamic Range), HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), as well as Dynamic HDR and HDR10+ pass-through to optimize shadows and highlights. HLG offers HDR technology over broadcast content. Dolby Vision Enjoy Dolby Vision content from a compatible source device and TV. Dolby Vision is a stunning HDR imaging technology that brings extraordinary color, contrast, and brightness to the screen. Powered by HEOS™ HEOS is an app-based system that controls your home audio experience. Stream from top services and play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room. Control it all with the HEOS app. High-Resolution Audio Support High-resolution audio formats preserve greater detail, dynamic range, and tonal nuance than standard digital audio. Denon AVRs support playback of high-resolution audio files and streams, maintaining signal integrity through advanced digital processing and high-quality conversion to deliver playback that sounds more faithful to the original recording. Denon Setup Assistant The award-winning guided Denon Setup Assistant provides simple, clear instructions to get started. Just connect your AV receiver to your TV and follow the instructions on the TV screen. An intuitive web-based interface lets users set up their Denon easily via their TV, smartphone or laptop. Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction Customize your system's sound by optimizing it for the unique dimensions of your room, harnessing the power of Audyssey MultEQ. Next-Generation Gaming Supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Quick Frame Transport (QFT) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for smooth, lagfree gaming experience when connected with the compatible gaming devices. Multi-Source, Multi-Zone The Denon AVR-S980H supports two-source, two-zone audio. Enjoy surround sound in the main room and a different source in the second room, or play the main audio source everywhere for everyone in your home to enjoy. Apple AirPlay 2 Stream audio or video from your favorite streaming services using your smart device. Hear audio perfectly synced to your speakers from AirPlay 2 sources. AirPlay 2 also supports multi-room audio. Denon AVR Remote Control App The Denon AVR Remote Control app allows you to turn the receiver on and off, select an input source, adjust volume, and browse music from your phone or on a connected USB drive. Bluetooth Streaming Connect and play music wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet, or other compatible device. 70% Guarantee As you add speakers, available power is shared across channels. Denon AVRs are designed to maintain consistent output as systems expand, guaranteed to deliver over 70% of rated power to up to five channels. The result is dependable performance across multi-speaker setups, so sound remains controlled, balanced, and engaging as your surround system grows.