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Starting with the RX-A710 which I will be receiving tomorrow and testing over Labor Day weekend.



AVENTAGE AV Receivers: Designed to Deliver the Highest Levels of Audio Performance


The AVENTAGE line of high-performance AV receivers is based on the audio design concept of providing a massive, full-bodied sound for movie sound effects and the accurate reproduction of music sources. By expertly harmonizing traditional and advanced technologies, every factor that affects sound quality, from materials and parts to construction, layout, vibration damping (unique A.R.T. Wedge foot) and fine-tuning the sound, is handled with no other thought than to achieve the best possible audio quality. As a result, every AVENTAGE model has the ability to reproduce the most subtle details of high-definition sound, so that listeners can enjoy a truly high-class sound studio experience at home.

A.R.T. Wedge Helps to Ensure that Vibrations Do Not Affect Sound Quality


The A.R.T. (Anti-Resonance Technology) Wedge is a fifth foot in the center of the unit. It dampens vibrations from the power transformer, power transistors and heat sinks, as well as vibrations that might be caused by the sound from the speakers. This elimination or reduction of vibration provides an audible increase in sound quality throughout the AVENTAGE Series.

Aluminum Front Panel Offers Visual and Aural Benefits


All of the AVENTAGE components feature the same sleek, clean design, with an elegant aluminum front panel and silky touch volume/selector knobs. The aluminum front panel is used to effectively shield sensitive circuitry from external noise and electronic energy generated by dimmer switches, fluorescent lighting, video monitors and so on. This ensures optimum sonic performance in the widest range of installation environments.

HDMI with 3D and Audio Return Channel


3D means the receiver can handle 3D signal data. The Audio Return Channel function enables data to be sent and received via the same HDMI cable, so you can hear the sound from the TV via a single HDMI cable, with no need for an extra optical cable.

Analog and HDMI Video Upscaling to Full HD 1080p


This AV Receiver will upscale video signals up to 1080p. HDTVs capable of 720p, 1080i or 1080p resolution can provide more detailed picture.

High Quality Video Processing with Edge Adaptive Deinterlacing


In ordinary deinterlacing, pixels in areas of movement are interpolated by upper and lower ranges. This causes jaggies in diagonal lines. Edge adaptive deinterlacing detects the direction of the line and interpolates the pixels optimally.

Network Functions


This AV receiver provides a variety of network functions that enable you to access more sources and also enhance operation. You can connect the receiver to a PC to enjoy Internet Radio, Pandora, Rhapsody, Sirius XM and Napster, and use a Web Browser Control. The AV Controller app lets you control various functions from your iPhone or iPad, etc.

AV Controller App for Easy, Convenient Operation


The AVENTAGE AV Receivers let you use the Yamaha AV Controller app, a free download from the iTunes App Store to control power on/off and volume, select input and DSP modes and operate other functions from an iPhone, iPad and other devices. An Android app will be available in the coming months.

USB Digital Connection for iPod and iPhone on the Front Panel


A USB port on the front panel allows convenient connection of an iPod/iPhone, which also charges when connected. Because the digital signal from the iPod/iPhone is transmitted directly to the AV receiver, there is no signal loss or interference, so you enjoy the best possible sound quality. In addition, you can use the receiver's remote control unit to operate the iPod/iPhone music playback functions.

YPAO Automatically Sets the Best Sound for Any Room


Yamaha's YPAO system uses a small microphone and sophisticated equalization to automatically set the best sound for any room, no matter where the speakers are. First it checks the speaker connections and phase of each speaker. Then it sends out tones which are captured by the microphone to analyze the room acoustics and sets a variety of parameters, such as the speaker size, the distance of the speakers and even the sound pressure level, etc. Until it achieves the best sound conditions for your room and you don't have to do anything!

SCENE for One-Touch Start


The Four SCENE buttons make operating the receiver easier than ever. They are initially set to default settings for BD/DVD Viewing, CD Disc Listening, TV Viewing and Radio Listening. Pressing a SCENE button will automatically launch a number of operations that initiate play of the source controlled by that button. Other SCENE settings are also available, such as iPod Listening, SiriusXM Listening [model dependent], TV Sports Viewing and Action Game Playing. Browsing and selecting the settings is quickly accomplished by changing Input via the front panel and watching the on-screen display. The settings can be selected for one-time use, or they can replace the original default settings. The SCENE names can be changed also.

HDMI CEC for Easy Operation


Another benefit of HDMI is the availability of CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) functionality. When the unit is connected to a CEC compatible TV, it will turn on and off together with the TV, and you can use the TV remote to control the volume. CEC also provides advanced functionality with other components. For example, you can use the receiver's remote unit to control player functions like Skip and Stop.


*All connected devices must be HDMI CEC compatible. Some CEC compatible TVs/players may not work.

Input Selection in HDMI Standby Through Mode


When the AV receiver is in HDMI Standby Through mode, the input source (Blu-ray Disc player, game console, etc.) for viewing on the monitor can be changed via the remote control. There's no need to turn on the AV receiver in order to switch sources.

HDMI Front Panel Input


In addition to the large number of HDMI inputs on the rear panel, there is also one on the front panel. This gives you a convenient way to quickly plug in a digital camera or camcorder for highest quality pictures.

Advanced On-Screen GUI


Yamaha's latest Graphical User Interface (GUI) has a high resolution display with clear, easy-to-use menus and also includes a selectable Status Bar that shows input source, volume level, DSP mode and audio format. The GUI provides a choice of six languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian and Spanish, and can be displayed over both normal and 3D pictures.

Intelligent Amp Assign


Intelligent Amp Assign automatically assigns amplifier channels to certain speakers, depending on what functions are selected. For example, in a 7.1-channel system, when Zone 2 is off, all 7.1 channels will be used in the Main Zone. However, when Zone 2 is on, power to the two Surround Back channels will be directed to the two speakers in Zone 2, and the Main Zone will receive 5.1 channels of power. Similarly, when CINEMA DSP 3D is on, the two Front Presence speakers will be powered and not the two Surround Back speakers. When CINEMA DSP 3D is off, this situation is reversed. Thanks to Intelligent Amp Assign, there's no need to switch the speaker cables on the rear of the receiverone more way Yamaha makes your life a little easier.

HD Audio with CINEMA DSP 3D and Virtual Presence Speaker


CINEMA DSP 3D provides a wide, high and dense sound field. HD Audio format decoding lets you enjoy HD Audio sources. Virtual Presence Speaker delivers 3-dimensional sound without actual use of presence speakers. The actually measured sound field data contain the information of the height of the sound images. CINEMA DSP 3D mode achieves the reproduction of the accurate height of the sound images so that it creates the accurate and intensive stereoscopic sound fields in a listening room.

Compressed Music Enhancer


When music is encoded into a digitally compressed format like MP3, the frequency response suffers. Yamaha's Compressed Music Enhancer employs sophisticated digital signal processing using exclusive algorithms to restore what was lost, so the music always sounds the way it should.

Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)


Adaptive DRC automatically adjusts the dynamic range of the sound according to the volume level. This ensures that you hear clear dialogue and vocals, and all sound effects at comfortable levels. There is no need to adjust the volume level as you listen; everything from whispers to big explosions will be heard clearly and comfortably at the same volume setting. It also tones down loud TV commercials, and is ideal for low-volume, late-night listening, when you do not want to disturb others.

Versatile Zone Control


Zone 2 on/off and control on front panel

Zone sleep and system sleep

Remote input/output

Programmable +12V trigger output

Low Standby Power Consumption


Yamaha makes its receivers eco-friendly with a low standby power consumption of 0.1W (2W in HDMI Standby Through mode).

Eco-Friendly Design with Selectable Auto Power Down


Auto Power Down lets you save energy by selecting to turn off the power after 4, 8 or 12 hours.

Optional Accessories for Added Convenience


Yamaha optional docks make it easy to enjoy your favorite music from your iPod or iPhone, with or without cables. Select from of the following models:

yAired Wireless Dock System YID-W10

Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone YDS-12

Bluetooth® Wireless Audio Receiver YBA-10

Notable Audio Features


7-channel powerful surround sound

- 90W per Channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09 % THD, 2 ch driven)

- 105W per Channel (8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9 % THD, 2 ch driven)

HD Audio format decoding: Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio; Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

Discrete amp configuration

Selected high quality parts to achieve optimum audio performance

Pure Direct for HD Audio and video enjoyment

Low jitter PLL circuitry helps optimize sound imaging

Detachable Power Cable for easier installation (also allows cable upgrade)

Assignable amplifiers for bi-amp connection

Intelligent assignable amplifiers for Surround Back - Front Presence or Zone 2

Notable Video Features


1080p-compatible HDMI: 8 inputs (1 on front) and 2 outputs

Supports Deep Color (30/36 bit), x.v.Color, 24Hz Refresh Rate and Auto Lip-Sync compensation

Multi-cadence (incl. 3-2 pull-down) detection

HDMI with 3D and Audio Return Channel

Notable Advanced Features


DLNA 1.5 certified SIRIUS Satellite Radio ready

Audio input assign capability for HDMI and component video input

iPod/iPhone compatibility with optional YDS-12 Universal Dock

Wireless connection for iPod/iPhone with optional YID-W10

Bluetooth (A2DP) compatibility with optional Yamaha Bluetooth® Wireless Audio Receiver YBA-10

iPod/iPhone song titles displayed in English and Western European languages on the front panel and on-screen display

Dialogue Lift

Audio Delay for adjusting Lip-Sync (0-250ms)

Preset remote unit

Background video feature (for tuner, Net, USB and SIRIUS Satellite Radio)

Notable Surround Realism Features


Virtual Presence Speaker function for CINEMA DSP 3D surround without Front Presence Speakers

Adaptive DSP Level

SILENT CINEMA and Virtual CINEMA DSP


Note: The basic format of this thread was taken from the RX-V671 thread, but I felt like the AVENTAGE features were not being discussed there and wanted to split them out. I am hoping owners of this line of receivers will submit their $0.02 and find the information they are looking for easier. I know that personally I had a difficult time finding good reviews on this line of AVRs.
 
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Originally Posted by smitty8451  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2400#post_23269175


Russ


Thank you, the setting you recommended worked!!!!!!, I now have all channels driven by my external amps helping to keep the Yamaha cooler and taking advantage of my pre existing amps, your help is greatly appreciated.

You should get one of these fans. Keeps it really cool and is quiet.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004K3DM2G
 
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Originally Posted by brwsaw  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2400#post_23269298


RX-A1010 sub outs...

Can it calibrate subs seperatly? I haven't been able to figure it out.

Both subs currently share the same test signal.
You cannot.
 
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Originally Posted by brwsaw  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23273085


Thanks for confirming.

Its been bugging me.
If you wanted to spend major bucks and boost the economy you could buy something like this. Probably not worth it though.

http://www.dspeaker.com/en/products/anti-mode-8033.shtml
 
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Is there a way I can set a scene/macro or something to quickly change from Speaker Configuration

I like it for music and cinema, but for tv it just sounds muddy.
 
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Hi

Honestly, what I want to ask is probably written here, but its a 80+page thread, so, too much to read really.

The A 2010 is one of the Avr's that are on my wishlist, I don't need the knewest stuff, and want to save some buck.

- can the 2010 do front & rear presence ? Decode Hd audio with presence speakers ?

- can it do front pres. and rear surround at the same time( my ax2 can't) while still decoding Hd audio ?

- has the 2010 osd, over an actual movie picture, so transparent ?


Thx in advance...

Cu

Andreas
 
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There are 2 speaker setting that can be saved on my 3010 and either one can be assigned to any scene you create. The easiest way to do this is to use the manual speaker setup in the setup menu, configure you speakers for lets say music and cinema and save it as speaker 1, then modify it to suite your tv listening preferences and save it as speaker 2. when you create your scene assign the input, surround preferences, and any other modifications then change it to the speaker preference you like, then save the scene. The easiest way to d;/o this is through the receiver manager software or by web setup using a browser and typing http://web address of the receiver/setup/. I am sure some of the nomenclature is used to describe this is wrong as I just woke up and its o'dark thirty here, but yes it possible.
 
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Originally Posted by easyTargeT  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23273921


- can the 2010 do front & rear presence ? Decode Hd audio with presence speakers ?

- can it do front pres. and rear surround at the same time( my ax2 can't) while still decoding Hd audio ?

- has the 2010 osd, over an actual movie picture, so transparent ?

1) Front & Rear Presence speakers do not operate simultaneously.


2) Not exactly sure what you mean by HD audio. But it can process 5.1/6.1/7.1 sources using the DSP programs for the presence speakers.


3) The 2010 has 9 channels of internal amplification. If you wanted 11.2 you would need the 3010 and a two channel amp.


4) The OSD is good in my opinion. On some screens it is semi opaque.






 
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Originally Posted by smitty8451  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23274033


The easiest way to d;/o this is through the receiver manager software or by web setup using a browser and typing http://web address of the receiver/setup/. I am sure some of the nomenclature is used to describe this is wrong as I just woke up and its o'dark thirty here, but yes it possible.
Thanks. Got it! Had to set the two scene speaker patterns from web. Couldn't do it from OSD.
 
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Originally Posted by easyTargeT  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23273921


Hi

Honestly, what I want to ask is probably written here, but its a 80+page thread, so, too much to read really.

The A 2010 is one of the Avr's that are on my wishlist, I don't need the knewest stuff, and want to save some buck.

- can the 2010 do front & rear presence ? Decode Hd audio with presence speakers ?

- can it do front pres. and rear surround at the same time( my ax2 can't) while still decoding Hd audio ?

- has the 2010 osd, over an actual movie picture, so transparent ?


Thx in advance...

Cu

Andreas

Andreas


I have the Yamaha RX-A3010 and was also looking at the 2010 at the same time, right now you can get the 3010 for a very step discount as it was last years model. The only difference I am aware of is the power rating of the amplifiers between the two so if you can i would spend a little more on the 3010 IMHO. The 3010 can do Front Presence and Rear Presence at the same time you just have to make sure you select the appropriate amplifier setting in the setup menu, I do believe it is 7CH+FP+RP but you do have to use an external amplifier connected to the ZONE2/Front Presence, and Zone3/Rear Presence pre-amp output jacks. You can select other amplifier settings which will allow you to run your front presence and 7 Channel speakers simultaneously using the internal amps on the Yamaha. At one time I ran the following setup and was able to run 7 chanels, Front presence, and 3rd zone using 7CH+Front+1Zone.


Front Presence and Rear SURROUND can both run at the same time. Rear Presence and Rear SURROUND can not.


And last but not least yes the OSD is pretty transparent
 
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Originally Posted by CaptainVideoJW  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23274576


Yep good value on the 3010. What I paid for the 2010 2 years ago. Wouldn't wait too long though if you want one.

The 3030 is in the pipeline also.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0056GJLJY

http://camelcamelcamel.com/Yamaha-RX-A3010BL-9-2-Channel-Network-Receiver/product/B0056GJLJY


Yeah, to bad Yamaha can't take there receiver expertise and make a pre-pro as I am running all 11 channels from the yamaha to external amps.
 
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Originally Posted by smitty8451  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23274549


Andreas


The 3010 can do Front Presence and Rear Presence at the same time you just have to make sure you select the appropriate amplifier setting in the setup menu, I do believe it is 7CH+FP+RP but you do have to use an external amplifier connected to the ZONE2/Front Presence, and Zone3/Rear Presence pre-amp output jacks. You can select other amplifier settings which will allow you to run your front presence and 7 Channel speakers simultaneously using the internal amps on the Yamaha. At one time I ran the following setup and was able to run 7 chanels, Front presence, and 3rd zone using 7CH+Front+1Zone.


Front Presence and Rear SURROUND can both run at the same time. Rear Presence and Rear SURROUND can not.


And last but not least yes the OSD is pretty transparent

Thx so far, but I just don' t get it...

2010/3010 has 9 internal amps. I want a 5.1 setup + front presence+rear presence. That would be 9.1. Is that possible ? Without external amps ?

Sorry, but I need to know exavtly...;-)
 
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Originally Posted by CaptainVideoJW  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23274398


1) Front & Rear Presence speakers do not operate simultaneously.


2) Not exactly sure what you mean by HD audio. But it can process 5.1/6.1/7.1 sources using the DSP programs for the presence

I ment Dts Ma Hd, Dolby Hd , however they are called...Bluray Hd audio.

Can the 2010 decode hd audio while using dsp with presence speakers ?


Thx

Andreas
 
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Originally Posted by easyTargeT  /t/1357468/the-official-yamaha-aventage-rx-a710-810-1010-2010-3010-thread/2430#post_23274974


I ment Dts Ma Hd, Dolby Hd , however they are called...Bluray Hd audio.

Can the 2010 decode hd audio while using dsp with presence speakers ?


Thx

Andreas
Yes
 
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Zone 2 doens't normally turn on automatically when you turn on your receiver. It's possible that zone 2 was already turned on when you turned on the main zone. The two zones turn off and on independently so you also need to turn zone 2 off when your done using it.


Look for a red [Zone 2] icon on the front panel display, just to the left of the volume display. You can check the manual to see what it looks like. If you can see it on your front display, then zone 2 is turned on. If you can't then zone 2 is turned off.


Another possibility is that you haven't configured the EXTRA SP speaker terminals to drive zone 2 speakers. In that case these speaker terminals are used for front presence speakers in the main zone. If you can hear audio from your zone 2 speakers when the [Zone 2] icon isn't present on the front display then you haven't configured your receiver correctly. To let your receiver know you're using zone 2 speakers: [On Screen] -> Setup -> Speaker -> Manual Setup -> Power Amp Assign -> 7ch +1ZONE
 
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Thank you for the feedback but yes Zone 2 is actually turning on when the main receiver power is turned on and I can't find a setting anywhere in the main setup section.


This is our 2nd year with this receiver and when we shut down the pool last fall I went into the settings ([On Screen] -> Setup -> Speaker -> Manual Setup -> Power Amp Assign ->) and turned the 7ch + 1ZONE off as since we would not be using Zone 2 I wanted to see if we would get more power to the main indoor theater system. We started the pool back up last week so I went back in the settings and changed it back to what you have above but every time the receiver powers on so does Zone 2 - even if we did not have Zone 2 on before.


Like I said we never had this issue last year and we used both zones with no problem all summer long. We only use Zone 2 for Pandora Radio and that is what comes on outside when we turn on the main unit inside while watching TV - just not understanding what has happened so wondered if anyone else had run into this at all.
 
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There's no setting that I know of or can find in the manual that causes zone 2 to turn on automatically when the main zone is turned on.


How are you turning on your receiver? Does this problem also occur when you turn it on using the front panel button? Does turning off the receiver's main zone also automatically turn off zone 2?
 
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