My HTPC didn't have any issues with my Z1 nor my Pioneer Elite nor the rx-a2030 I'm demoing along side the outlaw.
The display is very difficult for me to read but I do sit further away than you. I'm around 14.5 feet.
I'm happy with the sound quality and find it comparable to my older Z1, better than my Pioneer Elite, and on par with the rx-a2030 I'm demoing. But the power amplification is far better on the outlaw combo.
I'm a little torn between the rx-a2030 and the 975/7125 combo. The 2030 has none of the functional caveats the 975 has, has equal sound quality(IMO), but less power. And both are about the same price for me.
I'd like to stick with the Outlaw, but I'm very particular about things working a certain way.