Denon AVR-1602 5.1 AVR 350 Watt

Denon AVR-1602 Five-Channel A/V Surround Receiver – Tested and Working Well, Pre-Programmed Universal Remote

Experience versatile home theater performance with the Denon AVR-1602—a capable five-channel A/V receiver from the early 2000s that brings Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding to your entertainment system. Fully tested and working well, this receiver comes equipped with a third-party pre-programmed universal remote for convenient control of multiple components.

Surround Sound Capabilities:
The AVR-1602 delivers 70 watts per channel across all five channels (front left/right, center, surround left/right), providing balanced power distribution for full 5.1-channel home theater playback. The receiver supports multiple surround modes including Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS, with additional creative modes like Jazz Club, Rock Arena, and Video Game to enhance different program material.

Dolby Pro Logic II stands out as a key feature—it processes 2-channel stereo sources into convincing 5.1-channel surround sound with full-frequency rear channel separation (unlike original Pro Logic limited to 7kHz). Users consistently praise the AVR-1602’s exceptional clarity and signal distribution across all speakers.

Advanced Processing & Setup:
24-bit, 96kHz D/A converters for superior digital audio conversion

5.1-channel direct input for connecting external surround decoders

Personal Memory Plus function automatically memorizes surround mode, channel volumes, and parameters for each input

Room size, effect level, and delay time adjustments for customizing surround parameters

Test tone feature for independent channel level calibration

Dynamic Range Compression (D.COMP.) for late-night listening with reduced dynamic range

Comprehensive Connectivity:
Three composite video inputs (DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR) plus monitor output

S-video connections on multiple inputs for superior video quality

Coaxial and optical digital inputs (with assignable inputs) for connecting digital audio sources

Stereo RCA inputs (CD, CD-R/Tape, VCR, and additional EXT. input)

5.1-channel surround inputs (6 RCA jacks) for outboard decoder compatibility

Subwoofer preout (mono RCA)

Optical digital output for recording

Headphone output (standard 6.3mm jack)

AM/FM tuner with antenna inputs

Pre-Programmed Universal Remote:
Included is a third-party pre-programmed universal remote—ready to control your entire home theater system including DVD players, VCRs, laser disc players, and televisions without additional programming.

Specifications:
Type: 5-channel A/V surround receiver

Power Output: 70W per channel (front, center, surround) into 8Ω

Frequency Response: 10Hz to 100kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98dB (line input)

Input Sensitivity: 200mV (line)

Speaker Load Impedance: 6Ω to 16Ω

Surround Modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II (Movie/Music modes), DTS, 5-Channel Stereo, Mono Movie, Rock Arena, Jazz Club, Video Game, Matrix, Virtual, Panorama

D/A Conversion: 24-bit, 96kHz converters

Digital Inputs: 2 (coaxial and optical)

Video Inputs: Composite and S-video

Speaker Connections: A/B front outputs, center, and surround (standard binding posts)

Dimensions: 434 × 147 × 417mm (17.1″ W × 5.8″ H × 16.4″ D)

Weight: 9.8kg (21.6 lbs)

Year: 2001-2002

User Feedback:
Audio enthusiasts consistently praise the AVR-1602 for excellent value, impressive surround decoding, and clear signal routing to each channel. One user noted: “The Denon produced such clarity for my DVDs and CDs it made my inexpensive speakers sound better than they ever have.” Another observed: “The signal distribution to each channel is outstanding… you hear everything so clearly from each speaker.”

Summary:
The Denon AVR-1602 is an excellent foundation for a versatile home theater system, delivering sophisticated surround processing, clean amplification, and flexible connectivity in a straightforward, user-friendly package. Fully tested and ready to integrate into your entertainment setup, this receiver brings early-2000s A/V sophistication at an accessible price point.

Purchase with Confidence
Includes Radique Audio “Bumper to Bumper” Warranty

Perpetual Trade-Back Policy—upgrade or swap with peace of mind

Radique Audio Pricing: Contact for pricing—reflecting tested performance, included pre-programmed universal remote, and reliable Denon home theater engineering; asking $145.