
SatLink ST-6986 Av Receiver
- AV Receiver
- SatLink
- HDMI, Wi-Fi, USB
- 2.0
- Better rated than 90%
A compact, single HDMI stereo receiver for a basic two speaker setup rather than a full surround system.
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How it ranks among the 79 av receivers we track
5.0★ across 3 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A compact SatLink AV receiver with a single HDMI port and 2.0 channel stereo output, finished in black. Connectivity includes HDMI, Wi-Fi, and USB, and the unit measures a small 2.13 x 9.96 x 2.13 inches.
At 2.0 channels and with just one HDMI port, this is built for basic stereo pass through rather than a full multi speaker surround setup. The listed dimensions are notably small for an AV receiver, closer to a compact streaming or amplifier box than a full size component.
- 2.0 channel output
- 1 HDMI port
- Wi-Fi and USB connectivity
- Compact black housing
Who it's for
Could suit a simple two speaker setup where a single HDMI input and Wi-Fi streaming are enough. Not a fit for anyone building a multi channel surround system, since it only handles one HDMI source and two channels.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Wi-Fi and USB alongside HDMI
- Simple two channel stereo setup
- Only one HDMI port
- 2.0 channels only, no surround support
Performance notes
With only 2.0 channel output and a single HDMI port, switching capability is limited to one source at a time, while Wi-Fi and USB add streaming and file playback options alongside the HDMI connection.
Specifications
| Brand | SatLink |
|---|---|
| Model | ST-6986 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 2.1 × 10 × 2.1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | HDMI, Wi-Fi, USB |
| Other details | |
| Brand Tech | SatLink |
| Channels | 2.0 |
| Hdmi Ports | 1 |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in av receivers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| SatLink ST-6986 Av ReceiverThis product | 5.0 / 5 | 3 | 2.7 / 5 |
| Pyle PWA15BT Av ReceiverPyle | 4.4 / 5 | 1,600 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Sony STR-DH790 Av ReceiverSony | 4.3 / 5 | 3,000 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Diprogress DPT210HA Av ReceiverDiprogress | 4.3 / 5 | 1,600 | 3.7 / 5 |
| International MOBILE WALLY Av ReceiverInternational | 4.3 / 5 | 984 | 3.7 / 5 |
Questions about the SatLink ST-6986
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many HDMI ports does the ST-6986 have?
One.
Does this receiver support surround sound?
No, it is a 2.0 channel stereo receiver.
What connectivity does it offer besides HDMI?
Wi-Fi and USB.



