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Yamaha RX-V863BL 735 Watt 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver | 
| Brand: Yamaha
Category: CE
List Price: $999.95
Buy Used: $594.12
You Save: $405.83 (41%)
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Rating:  8 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 34
Dimensions (in): 18.7 x 22.2 x 10.6
MPN: RX-V863BL
Model: RX-V863BL
UPC: 027108930053
EAN: 0027108930053
ASIN: B0013ZELVK
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 7-channel 735W powerful surround sound (105W x 7) | | • | Upscaling from analog video to HDMI 1080p | | • | HD Radio tuner built-in | | • | Independent 2 Zone, 2 Source operation | | • | Bluetooth music streaming using Yamaha YBA-10 Bluetooth Audio Receiver |
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Product Description
The RX-V863BL 7.1-Channel Digital Home Theater Receiver features full support for HD audio formats, HD 1080p video upscaling with 3 HDMI inputs, HD Radio tuner along with exclusive Pure Direct, YPAO sound optimization technology and four SCENE buttons. Four SCENE buttons make operating the receiver easier than ever. Two volume-setting functions are included on this receiver for additional convenience. Initial Volume Setting allows you to set the volume level that will be heard each time the power is turned on. Maximum Volume Setting prevents unexpected loud sounds. You have a choice of eight unique CINEMA DSP surround programs to bring out the full audio potential of your entertainment sources. The RX-V563BL receiver is capable of delivering large amounts of reserve power for accurate reproduction of high-energy peaks that are especially prevalent in digital audio sources. Analog video (480i or 480p) upscaling to full HD 1080p 1080p-compatible HDMI (3 inputs, 1 output) Analog video to HDMI digital video upconversion and deinterlacing with TBS Fine-tuned CINEMA DSP and Adaptive DSP level 4 SCENE buttons offering greater operating ease with 18 preset SCENE templates HD Radio digital broadcast reception capability XM ready with XM HD Surround powered by Neural Surround SIRIUS Satellite Radio ready Improved YPAO for automatic speaker setup iPod compatibility via optional dock Bluetooth A2DP compatibility with optional YBA-10 Wireless Audio Receiver Superior multi-zone control compatibility 40-station preset tuning / Auto preset tuning HD Audio LPCM 7.1-channel reception (up to 192kHz) Assignable amplifiers for bi-amp connection 8-channel or 6-channel external input Speaker A, B, A+B selection Preset remote unit with illuminated buttons Frequency Response - 10Hz-100kHz Signal to Noise Ratio - 100 dB (250 mV) Dimensions - Width 17-1/9 x Height 6-3/4 x Depth 15-1/2 (435x171x393mm
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
Solid Receiver for most needs July 29, 2008
Judson B. Jones (DC)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I bought this receiver for its HDMI inputs, video upscaling, and multi room/source capability. It supports all current sound formats. So far its heat output is average. My only complaint is I thought this receiver had more source inputs. It turns out that most of them are for the same source with multiple cable formats. The receiver has an editable priority scheme, but if you use the DVD HDMI port the component and S-video inputs are ignored. It looks like a HDMI switch is in my future.
NOTE! Same as Yamaha HTR-6180BL July 11, 2008
John E. Pombrio (Manchester, CT United States)
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
Go see my review of the Yamaha HTR-6180BL A/V receiver. Trust me, it is the SAME as this one, and much cheaper!
Great Receiver July 1, 2008
R. Harrison
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have had this receiver for about 3 months and I have only one complaint: incoming coaxial digital input signals will only play if they are in "consumer" format, but not "professional" format. My old receiver did not have this requirement.
Otherwise, it sounds great with little noise, particularly when using "pure direct" mode. Wattage is sufficient for a fairly large room, even when powering two sets of front speakers, which is one of the best features of this unit.
Excellent receiver June 29, 2008
Victor J. (San Antonio, TX USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This is a great receiver. Sound is excellent, easy to use, good remote, the Ipod dock works great, HD radio is great, and the HDMI works well with 1080p. Works great with my Mac Mini.
Replaced a JVC RXD412B that I bought last year with this unit. The JVC remote was difficult to use with FM and the JVC receiver just didn't sound very good. (You get what you pay for) The JVC replaced my old Yamaha receiver from 1990 that still works great but does not provide AV capability.
Would give a five star rating if the on screen features were better. On screen menus look like old DOS but they work OK.
Overall the unit is a great value. Amazon shipping was great.
 Hi quality sound & video, as expected June 13, 2008
M. T. Baker (SoCal)
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
I've had this receiver & its ipod dock for about 45 days. Picked this one over the 663 for its video upscaling. I use it mainly for watching dvds and ipod videos, streaming netflix, and listening to ipod and HD radio music.
Pros: Quality of sound and video output met my high expectations. (I'm biased toward Yamaha already FWIW). Surround fields are versatile & distinct. The enhancer modes are fantastic for low volume listening. Headphone listening is stellar. Config menus are straightforward. YPAO was easy to set up, though I wound up tweaking rear speaker adjustments up a bit as personal preference. The remote runs all our gear. I dusted off old concert and movie DVDs and this receiver makes them seem new again.
Cons: No macro mode on the remote to power everything on & off with one button. HD radio control is not intuitive. So far I haven't figured out if I can navigate a docked ipod's menus with my TV osd which would be nice.
Bottom line: I saved up and looked at a LOT of receivers before choosing this one, and I'm not disappointed at all. The RX-V863 is everything advertised and lives up to Yammy's top shelf reputation.
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