Well, problem solved. After some careful consideration, and a chance to look over the floorplans of my future apartment, I went the opposite direction I had originally intended.
Downgraded to the Onkyo TX-SR507B, rather than upgrade to the 806. Has everything I need, at a significant price reduction (and new, rather than a referb!). Full HDMI 1.3a, all the proper sound formats, a second zone, and more than enough power for the cell-sized place I will soon be occupying. Since I have nothing that needs upscaling on the video front, I don't think I will be missing this feature.
And just an FYI, 6th Avenue has a ridiculous sale price on the 507's today ($261.75 total). So, here we go again...
