I don't think you have supplied enough information. However, if it was me, I would definitely get HDMI if this is used for HT, since I watch 100% hi def, and it would provide me easy access and flexibility with the lossless codecs.
I would lean towards Outlaw for more affordable pricing, and I would be very interested in the Trinnov RC which can be disabled above 300hz at the consumer's wish.
Otherwise, I'd look at Anthem at a much higher price point, and I think the VP is supposed to be pretty decent. I have no idea what kind of RC it supports.
Regarding the Outlaw, I'd wait on initial consumer reports, however. I'll expect some headaches, but it's the size of the headaches that I would be curious about. Even Anthem folks had ANACIN sized heacahes IIRC at first.
How big is your budget? If willing to let go of $5-7k, I'd start thinking about the Denon AVP.