Need Help Choosing HTIB System

[elitism]

I'm in the market to get a new HTIB, but i'm finding it difficult to choose one...I have narrowed it down between two: The Onkyo HT-S780, which I have found great reviews on, and the Yamaha HTIB-565. I cannot find any reviews on this system. However this is the info the ad gave. Any help on which of these systems are better would be greatly appreciated. The only other question I have is... what is HDTV compatible? Thanks again.

Exclusive CINEMA DSP technology combines with surround sound to provide an impressive entertainment package. Seven satellite speakers with dual full-range drivers and 6 1⁄2" 70-watt advanced YST subwoofer. Offers 14 surround programs, plus Dolby® Digital, Dolby® Pro Logic® II and DTS® decoding.

MODEL: HTIB-565

540W total power output
Digital Top-Air and high current amplification
Direct stereo mode
Audio delay for adjusting lip-sync
Night listening enhancer and Silent Cinema
HDTV compatibility
S-video up conversion
QD-base for down-firing drivers
Includes:

Remote w/ 4 AAA batteries
AM/FM antenna
Speaker cable
Power: 110-120/220-240V (easy manual adjustment), AC, 50/60Hz

Sizes:

Receiver: 6 3/4"H x 17 1/8"W x 16 1/2"D
Main/Rear Speakers: 5 3/4"H x 3 3/8"W x 7 1/4"D
Center Speaker: 5 3/4"H x 10 3/4"W x 3 1/8"D
Subwoofer: 12 5/8"H x 11"W x 12 3/4"D

 

[agarwalro]

720p or 1080i (HDTV) signals need more frequency bandwidth than 480i (SDTV) signals, the video switching circuitry has to be capable of handling it. The receiver that comes in the package has 3 component inputs that can be switched to 1 component output. HDTV capable means that if you feed these inputs 720p or 1080i signals, the receiver can switch them to the output without distortion.

 

[jcPanny]

What is your Budget?

The two Yamaha and Onkyo HTIBs you listed are better than most, but you might be able to get better speakers for your money. What is your budget?

I would investigate an Athena audition series or BIC venturi bookshelf system ($100 per pair), an entry level receiver like the Yamaha HTR-5840 or Onkyo 503 ($200), and a Cadence X-Sub ($200). This will perform better than HTIB speakers and give you more room to upgrade.