i guess i meant that when comparing receivers based on listed specs- not downloading and reading set-up, etc in the manuals. sometimes it's easier to ask the question than search for the answer- a little lazy sometimes i guess. i've had this itch to get more involved and in depth with h/t, whole home audio and especially home integration and automation. i work 3 on and 4 off and when my son started school last fall i figured that would be the perfect time to get a job with one of my local pro shops. 7 month old son #2 shot that all to hell. still have the itch though- i love to read about all of it, but i need to get my hands on it- still have a ton to learn!!
anyway, talked to my buddy and he agreed that just a powered zone two will be sufficient- same source. any receiver reccomendations. the only must haves are powered zone two, airplay, network . i'm most familiar with yamaha, so i'm leaning towards rx-v573. most likely looking at 4 pioneer sp bs22lr and center. open to any suggestions $500 range for receiver. 50/50 mix music and tv