Decoding the new H/D formats


I'm trying to point a friend in the right direction regarding the new formats available on H/D and Blueray discs. My expertise stopped with Dolby 5.1 and DTS. My question is: What features would a reciever need to decode all the formats on a Blueray disc. I know its transferred through a HDMI cable-but what specific capabilities would the reciever need to be able to decode all of the current sound formats? Thanks in advance for any and all advice.
krelldog
krelldog

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Plato said it. Look for a receiver that states in its specs that it can handle all the latest options for sound. Also that it can handle a 1080p video signal as well.