Yamaha RX-V2400 7.1 Channels Receiver
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- Surround Sound: DTS® DTS ES® THX EX® Dolby Pro Logic II
- THX Certification: Select
- Number of Channels: 7.1 Channels
- Type: Receiver
- Surround Mode Power: 120 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.04%
- Stereo Mode Power: 120 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.04%
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Great receiver, clean sound with Yamaha reputation!
Pros
Very clean sound, good auto-setup, (YPAO).,
Cons
Do not like the remote , receiver could use more inputs and outputs!
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
Great receiver that you can not go wrong with. If you have the money, go with the RX-Z9!
Well, Yamaha has finally come out with a good quality receiver with:
THX Select-Not a type of codec, just a rating by Dolby Labs
Dolby Digital 5.1
Dolby Digital 6.1
Dolby ProLogic II
ProLogic IIx
DTS ES Discrete 6.1
DTS ES Matrix 6.1
DTS
DTS 96/24
DTS NEO 6
What this alphabet of audio decoding/encoding terms mean, is that it can pretty much decode just about any coded DVD thrown its way! It will play almost any consumer DVD with any audio encoding system. No more will Yamaha have the in-ability to properly play DVD's with great soundtracks.
One of the few exceptions is Dolby THX ULTRA 2. This is a certification by Dolby and not a method of playing a DVD or CD!This rating is usually found on more expensive receivers, since to obtain this type of certification, the receiver must pass more stringent tests, and have a few more "bells & whistles" to obtain the OK from the Dolby Labs testing and certification department.
After all, there has to be some compromise in this receiver, as the one above it, the older RX-Z1 sells for about $2,200, and the new top-of-the-line receiver, the RX-Z9 retails for $4,499! Considering the prices of the other models, unless you have deep pockets, the RX-V2400 is a great receiver.
For all you folks who live by specs and like more information, here are some of the basics on the receiver:
Power Rating @ 20Hz-20kHZ,8 ohms------------------7X120W
Presence/Surround Back Channel-----------Assignable Power
THD @ 8 Ohms (Means Total Harmonic Distortion) ---0.04%
192 kHz/24 BIT DAC's for all channels-------YES
Width--------------------------17-1/8"
Height-------------------------6-3/4"
Depth--------------------------17-1/16"
Weight----------------------34.2 Pounds (see, I said heavy)
Remote Control----------Macro plus Learning, (but not great)
Multi-Zone Output-Zone 2/Zone 3 (for playing in other areas)
12 Volt Triggers------------------2
Record Out Selector-----------------------Yes
Audio Interface---------------------------No
External Decoder Inputs---------6 (8 channel compatible)
HDTV (720p/1080i) Compatibility-Yes (nice, passes thru HDTV)
Video Up Conversion--------------------Up To Component
A/V Inputs---------------------------------------7
Audio Inputs-------------------------------------4
Component Video Inputs----------------------------2
Component Video Outputs---------------------------1
Digital Input----------------------5 Optical/3 Coaxial
Digital Outputs--------------------2 Optical
For those of you who understand the above specs that deal with the technical information on the receiver, this should suffice to explain the basic information on what the receiver has and does. For the "average consumer", this means that the receiver is pretty versatile and should adapt to most of your needs!
If you don't look at "specs" or diagrams or manuals, what you want to know prior to purchasing this receiver is, how does it sound? Some receivers are good for music, while others are better playing music. Some even play rock music better than classical. Okay, so how do you sort out the receiver that can handle both? This Yamaha, I am happy to say handles both music and movies wonderfully! In music, there is a richness of tone and a certain clarity that lets you hear a piano clearly with no distortion, a violin with no
loss of clarity, and rock music, even cranked up loud with a presence like being at the concert. The experts say that the largest % of a budget for a home theater system should go for the speakers, which is true, since the speakers are the last step in the audio chain! The receiver is however also very important, because if you purchase expensive speakers, but use a receiver that distorts the audio, you lose!
Needlessly to say, this receiver has never failed at handling any type of audio I have thrown at it. Quite simply, it sounds clear, crisp, non-distorted, and has a great presence! You can not go wrong with playing music and movies on this Yamaha!
One feature which I find very helpful, and is new to the Yamaha line, is auto-set-up for the speakers and receiver, that functions like the manual equalizers do,or acts as a professional tone control system. Yamaha calls it their "YPAO System", which stands for Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer. It sets up an automatic 7 band equalizer to suit your room and speaker acoustics. You place a small (included) optimized microphone in the position where you sit most frequently to listen to your movies or music. You activate the system, which causes test tones to be generated into all the speakers, which are then analyzed, and based on the results, the "tone" is set up and precisely calibrated to match the sound at the listening position. What it does in a sense, is compare the tone and what it originally sounds like, to the way the tone really sounds as it is picked up by the microphone. It compares the 2 tones, and adjusts the speakers to compensate for any acoustic differences. I have done this set up a few times, and found that it really does work. Is it as accurate as using a 24 band parametric equalizer with a tone generator, no, but is it a lot less work and pretty effective? The answer is yes!
I am in the final stages of setting my system up in my own home theater.A few of you have written me to inquire what system it is that I use as a professional consumer electronics/technology writer. I am using a 7.1 speaker system by NHT, two NHT subwoofers with external NHT Digital Amps, and a 65" SONY High Def Rear Projection Television. So far it sounds great, but I have to connect new rear surrounds, and 2 middle speakers between the rear surrounds and the front speakers. Once I do that, I will add to this review to see if the receiver really struts its stuff!
Let's take a brief look at even more features this receiver has on it. It may help you make a better educated purchasing decision.
This Yamaha has what is called video pass through. What that means, is the receiver has both video and audio connections on it. You are able to say connect the DVD player, and use the audio and video connections right into and out of the receiver. You hook your TV to the output of the receiver, and the audio and video connections to the receiver inputs. By wiring it in this manner, you are able to turn a selector knob on the Yamaha and have it change both the picture AND sound on to your TV. If you change the selector knob to VHS, your TV will switch both picture and sound to the VHS. This is an optional hook up, and does not have to be wired in this manner. Sometimes it is easier for consumers to just turn one knob and switch both sources than it is to turn more selectors, or change wiring. The quality of these signals going through this receiver depends on the internal wiring and video components. If you loose signal quality, how much the picture degrades will depend on these items. The quality of both wiring and video components in the receiver is excellent, and even allows you to hook up the output to a high-def input on a TV.
The front of the receiver has a closed door on it. This allows the manufacturer to hide various connectors or switches to make the front panel look less cluttered and not so imposing. Behind this front panel are a Record Out Selector Knob, (which determined what component feeds the recorder output of the receiver), S-Video Input, and an optical Digital Input for connecting digital equipment. If you utilize this front panel or not depends entirely on your needs and how you wire your equipment. It may come in handy if you have to connect a temporary piece of equipment, and not want to move the heavy receiver or change any wiring!
The RX-V2400 features a Silent Cinema and Night Listening Mode. This allows you to turn off the main speakers and listen with only earphones. It also automatically maintains proper tonal balance and dynamic range when the volume is turned way down.
One feature Yamaha has been known for are the various choices of Surround Programs. It has preset programs duplicating certain concert halls or various types of film audio. If you want to set up your system to sound like a CHURCH, JAZZ CLUB, ROCK CONCERT MUNICH HALL, VIENNA CONCERT HALL, ADVENTURE FILM, SCI-FI MOVIE OR MOVIE THEATER you can recall these programs from memory and it will set up the system to utilize these various parameters. Nice feature. The hall setting make a big difference when playing music, and the movie setting are great for certain types of films. I found "Terminator 3" sounds best in SPECTACLE setting! You have to play with it too see which sounds best on your own set-up.
One last, and very important feature for today's TV's is Digital Component Up Conversion. The receiver automatically upgrades the input signal to the best one your monitor or TV can accept. It will even feed video component output for Hi-Def TV's!
I can go on and on here with many other features, but if you wanted to know all that, you can go to Yamaha's home page for the USA, at: http://www.yamaha.com/yec/index1.htm
So there you have it. I feel it is an excellent receiver for the price. Is it perfect, no! I would have liked High-Def Cinema DSP, Progressive Scan Conversion, Faroudja Video Processing, and a Time Base Corrector to hold picture stability! However, like most things in life, I had to compromise, and selected the RX-V2400.
I hope you found this helpful to you, and if anyone has questions, please feel free to contact me directly!
One last explanation of my ratings. Ease of Use was not checked off all the way, since the receiver can be a little imposing. It has many on-screen menus which may get a little confusing, as well as set-up parameters. the other one, Durability, was rated only a 4, since I do not really know how long the receiver will last. Based on older Yamaha receivers I have owned, it should last many years with no problems, but then this is a new receiver with advanced electronics. Only time will tell on the Durability factor!
THX Select-Not a type of codec, just a rating by Dolby Labs
Dolby Digital 5.1
Dolby Digital 6.1
Dolby ProLogic II
ProLogic IIx
DTS ES Discrete 6.1
DTS ES Matrix 6.1
DTS
DTS 96/24
DTS NEO 6
What this alphabet of audio decoding/encoding terms mean, is that it can pretty much decode just about any coded DVD thrown its way! It will play almost any consumer DVD with any audio encoding system. No more will Yamaha have the in-ability to properly play DVD's with great soundtracks.
One of the few exceptions is Dolby THX ULTRA 2. This is a certification by Dolby and not a method of playing a DVD or CD!This rating is usually found on more expensive receivers, since to obtain this type of certification, the receiver must pass more stringent tests, and have a few more "bells & whistles" to obtain the OK from the Dolby Labs testing and certification department.
After all, there has to be some compromise in this receiver, as the one above it, the older RX-Z1 sells for about $2,200, and the new top-of-the-line receiver, the RX-Z9 retails for $4,499! Considering the prices of the other models, unless you have deep pockets, the RX-V2400 is a great receiver.
For all you folks who live by specs and like more information, here are some of the basics on the receiver:
Power Rating @ 20Hz-20kHZ,8 ohms------------------7X120W
Presence/Surround Back Channel-----------Assignable Power
THD @ 8 Ohms (Means Total Harmonic Distortion) ---0.04%
192 kHz/24 BIT DAC's for all channels-------YES
Width--------------------------17-1/8"
Height-------------------------6-3/4"
Depth--------------------------17-1/16"
Weight----------------------34.2 Pounds (see, I said heavy)
Remote Control----------Macro plus Learning, (but not great)
Multi-Zone Output-Zone 2/Zone 3 (for playing in other areas)
12 Volt Triggers------------------2
Record Out Selector-----------------------Yes
Audio Interface---------------------------No
External Decoder Inputs---------6 (8 channel compatible)
HDTV (720p/1080i) Compatibility-Yes (nice, passes thru HDTV)
Video Up Conversion--------------------Up To Component
A/V Inputs---------------------------------------7
Audio Inputs-------------------------------------4
Component Video Inputs----------------------------2
Component Video Outputs---------------------------1
Digital Input----------------------5 Optical/3 Coaxial
Digital Outputs--------------------2 Optical
For those of you who understand the above specs that deal with the technical information on the receiver, this should suffice to explain the basic information on what the receiver has and does. For the "average consumer", this means that the receiver is pretty versatile and should adapt to most of your needs!
If you don't look at "specs" or diagrams or manuals, what you want to know prior to purchasing this receiver is, how does it sound? Some receivers are good for music, while others are better playing music. Some even play rock music better than classical. Okay, so how do you sort out the receiver that can handle both? This Yamaha, I am happy to say handles both music and movies wonderfully! In music, there is a richness of tone and a certain clarity that lets you hear a piano clearly with no distortion, a violin with no
loss of clarity, and rock music, even cranked up loud with a presence like being at the concert. The experts say that the largest % of a budget for a home theater system should go for the speakers, which is true, since the speakers are the last step in the audio chain! The receiver is however also very important, because if you purchase expensive speakers, but use a receiver that distorts the audio, you lose!
Needlessly to say, this receiver has never failed at handling any type of audio I have thrown at it. Quite simply, it sounds clear, crisp, non-distorted, and has a great presence! You can not go wrong with playing music and movies on this Yamaha!
One feature which I find very helpful, and is new to the Yamaha line, is auto-set-up for the speakers and receiver, that functions like the manual equalizers do,or acts as a professional tone control system. Yamaha calls it their "YPAO System", which stands for Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer. It sets up an automatic 7 band equalizer to suit your room and speaker acoustics. You place a small (included) optimized microphone in the position where you sit most frequently to listen to your movies or music. You activate the system, which causes test tones to be generated into all the speakers, which are then analyzed, and based on the results, the "tone" is set up and precisely calibrated to match the sound at the listening position. What it does in a sense, is compare the tone and what it originally sounds like, to the way the tone really sounds as it is picked up by the microphone. It compares the 2 tones, and adjusts the speakers to compensate for any acoustic differences. I have done this set up a few times, and found that it really does work. Is it as accurate as using a 24 band parametric equalizer with a tone generator, no, but is it a lot less work and pretty effective? The answer is yes!
I am in the final stages of setting my system up in my own home theater.A few of you have written me to inquire what system it is that I use as a professional consumer electronics/technology writer. I am using a 7.1 speaker system by NHT, two NHT subwoofers with external NHT Digital Amps, and a 65" SONY High Def Rear Projection Television. So far it sounds great, but I have to connect new rear surrounds, and 2 middle speakers between the rear surrounds and the front speakers. Once I do that, I will add to this review to see if the receiver really struts its stuff!
Let's take a brief look at even more features this receiver has on it. It may help you make a better educated purchasing decision.
This Yamaha has what is called video pass through. What that means, is the receiver has both video and audio connections on it. You are able to say connect the DVD player, and use the audio and video connections right into and out of the receiver. You hook your TV to the output of the receiver, and the audio and video connections to the receiver inputs. By wiring it in this manner, you are able to turn a selector knob on the Yamaha and have it change both the picture AND sound on to your TV. If you change the selector knob to VHS, your TV will switch both picture and sound to the VHS. This is an optional hook up, and does not have to be wired in this manner. Sometimes it is easier for consumers to just turn one knob and switch both sources than it is to turn more selectors, or change wiring. The quality of these signals going through this receiver depends on the internal wiring and video components. If you loose signal quality, how much the picture degrades will depend on these items. The quality of both wiring and video components in the receiver is excellent, and even allows you to hook up the output to a high-def input on a TV.
The front of the receiver has a closed door on it. This allows the manufacturer to hide various connectors or switches to make the front panel look less cluttered and not so imposing. Behind this front panel are a Record Out Selector Knob, (which determined what component feeds the recorder output of the receiver), S-Video Input, and an optical Digital Input for connecting digital equipment. If you utilize this front panel or not depends entirely on your needs and how you wire your equipment. It may come in handy if you have to connect a temporary piece of equipment, and not want to move the heavy receiver or change any wiring!
The RX-V2400 features a Silent Cinema and Night Listening Mode. This allows you to turn off the main speakers and listen with only earphones. It also automatically maintains proper tonal balance and dynamic range when the volume is turned way down.
One feature Yamaha has been known for are the various choices of Surround Programs. It has preset programs duplicating certain concert halls or various types of film audio. If you want to set up your system to sound like a CHURCH, JAZZ CLUB, ROCK CONCERT MUNICH HALL, VIENNA CONCERT HALL, ADVENTURE FILM, SCI-FI MOVIE OR MOVIE THEATER you can recall these programs from memory and it will set up the system to utilize these various parameters. Nice feature. The hall setting make a big difference when playing music, and the movie setting are great for certain types of films. I found "Terminator 3" sounds best in SPECTACLE setting! You have to play with it too see which sounds best on your own set-up.
One last, and very important feature for today's TV's is Digital Component Up Conversion. The receiver automatically upgrades the input signal to the best one your monitor or TV can accept. It will even feed video component output for Hi-Def TV's!
I can go on and on here with many other features, but if you wanted to know all that, you can go to Yamaha's home page for the USA, at: http://www.yamaha.com/yec/index1.htm
So there you have it. I feel it is an excellent receiver for the price. Is it perfect, no! I would have liked High-Def Cinema DSP, Progressive Scan Conversion, Faroudja Video Processing, and a Time Base Corrector to hold picture stability! However, like most things in life, I had to compromise, and selected the RX-V2400.
I hope you found this helpful to you, and if anyone has questions, please feel free to contact me directly!
One last explanation of my ratings. Ease of Use was not checked off all the way, since the receiver can be a little imposing. It has many on-screen menus which may get a little confusing, as well as set-up parameters. the other one, Durability, was rated only a 4, since I do not really know how long the receiver will last. Based on older Yamaha receivers I have owned, it should last many years with no problems, but then this is a new receiver with advanced electronics. Only time will tell on the Durability factor!
