Recommendations for "visually oriented" AV receiver

All,


I'm in the market for a receiver.


Unlike many here, I don't really care that much about legacy inputs. I have 3 HDMI devices, 1 component device, and maybe 1 old SVideo connection.


I don't need multizone.


What I WOULD like the unit to do is handle HDMI switching well, and let the receiver do all the audio processing. Ideally, I'd like the unit to have 1 HDMI cable that runs up to my plasma, and that's it. All the rest of the cabling stays down in the entertainment center.


If possible, I'd like Ethernet on the receiver to manage and stream internet radio and stuff. If not, then I can use an Airport Express.


It's a small room, so power isn't that important. But, the UI is. The easier it is to use, the better. And, I'd really like the interface to be as polished as possible.


I'd like to spend as little as possible, but I could go up to $2k for the "perfect" solution.


What do you guys think? Any recommendations? I'd like to buy this this week.


William