The Official Yamaha RX-V1700/RX-V2700 Thread - Page 4

Hi everyone. I'm hoping someone can help answer a question for me. I've been waiting for the RX-V1700 and reviewed some of the information on the Yamaha website. While there, I noticed information on the HTR-6090. It seems to be almost identical to the RX-1700. The back panel, the specs, the features and technology are very similar... but the 1700 costs more. The 1700 does have 130 watts to the 6090's 120. But they seem to be very similar. Does anyone know any reason not to go with the HTR-6090 and save a few bucks? How does the HTR series compare to the RX series for sound and build quality, or anything else for that matter? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

The Yamaha site explains the differences of the HTR and RX lines.

Looks like they were using Def Tech speakers. Guess it speaks volumes about their sound quality too.

I was not impressed by the 2700/1700.

Biggest let down. the ABT scaler does not scales to 1080p
and no HDMI 1.3

I own an 1400 and I was hoping to replace my unit but I'll wait until HDMI 1.3 capable receivers are out. Maybe when the 2800/1800 come out.

You got me curious too since I'm interested in RX-V2700 but maybe there is a similar HTR model.

I took a direct comparison between the two models and noted the features below are found on RX-V1700 but not on HTR-6090:

+12V Trigger Output
RS-232C Interface
Zone 3 Output
Zone Remote Control
Receiver Manager Software

Zone Remote Control is just a second remote for use in zone 2 or 3. Other than that, I haven't figured out the significance of other extra features. You can probably go to their website and find out what these features will do for you and determine if they are worth the extra $200 Yamaha is asking.

Well, considering no receiver on the market - or even anounced yet - does that / has that ....

Hey yeah.
Mythos towers.

Well ... this doesnt directly answer your question, but maybe reading the v2600 development story will give you some insight into the RX-V line.

http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/prod.../story/01.html

So this only puts out 1080i not 1080p? Or no receiver at this time puts out 1080p?

It will pass 1080p, but it won't upsample to 1080p. Only the Sony 5200ES will do that.

And what exactly does that mean? What's the difference? Yes, I'm an idiot.

Meaning if you plug in a DVD player or computer that outputs 1080p60 the 2700 will pass that signal through to your TV, but it can't do any processing to that video. If you plug in 480i s-video sources the 2700 can convert it to digital up to 1080i, but it can't convert them to 1080p.

And the Sony will do what the Yammy and Pioneer receiver can't? Which is exactly what?

Convert incoming analog sources to 1080p

My dealer here has (4) 1700 in stock, I am waiting for the 2700 as I want scaling for my two Panny 9uK plasmas. Supposedly mid october he told me.

I didn't tell him to get the Sony. I told him not to get it. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...&&#post8472617

I did however answer his question as to what was different between them in terms of video processing.

Yes, you can do 3 zones without the need for any external amplification. For example, if you have a 7.1 setup in the main zone, you will drop down to 3.1 when zone2 and zone3 are active. The upside compared to previous Yamaha models and other manufacturers is that as you turn off the additional zones, the chanels are automatically added back to the main zone. In the past, you would have to go into the menu and re-assign the amps back to zone1. Nice feature if you ask me.


Just as an FYI:

New features on the RXV2700 not found on the RXV2600:

XM HD Surround Sound
ABT (Anchor Bay Technologies' ABT1010 scaler engine)
Compressed Music Enhancer
Network Receiver (LAN Terminal RJ-45 streams music from up to 4 PCs [MP3, WMA and WAV] as well as internet radio)
Made for iPod (1 cable from YDS10 dock to 2700--photos/video supported)
Neural Surround (for XM HD)
3 HDMI (1.2a 1080p supported)
Front USB (for flash memory drives)
140W X 7 vs. 130W X 7

The video capability of zone2 (page 130) is also quite nice, imo. Since my plan calls for a 5.1 setup, zone2 is all I will need and so I will always be able to run 5.1 and 2.0 simultaneously. The only thing I'm still not clear is whether zone2 output has to be the same as Main.

BTW, if I recall correctly, you will be getting your unit tomorrow. Can't wait to read your review.

I am waiting to get a 2600 on discount at end of model year. The source selection for zone 2 is independent of the main zone! Although the 2600 and 2700 appear to have difference knobs, there is a rotary knob behind the flip-down door which is used to select which source applies to all the record outputs as well as zone 2. Thus what you select to record must be the same as zone 2, but is completely independent of main. This is the same feature I had over a decade ago in yamaha audio separates, and I loved it. Note, however, that all zone 2 outputs take their source from analog audio and 480i video (composite only) - no upscaling or converting for the second zone of any kind. See page 83 and 130 in the 2700 manual, or page 7 and 115 in the 2600 manual.

You can have independent sources for zone1 and zone2. For example, you can watch a 5.1 DVD in zone1 while listening to XM radio in zone2. That's not really a new feature. On my RXV1400 I can have the crew over watching the Patriots in HD/5.1 and the wives can be out on the porch listening to CD's. As for video to zone2, I believe it is independent as well.
If you plan on doing multiple zones (or not), you should budget for an RF universal remote. Something like the Harmony890 or MX series from URC. Trust me, it will make the system more enjoyable.

As for the 2700, as it turns out, the reciever was not ordered until Tuesday!!! I might not see it until the beginning of next week. It depends on how fast Yamaha ships it out to this coast.

BTW: I think the Tweeter near my house has an arrival date of Oct. 6th for the RXV1700/2700's in their computer system. I'll ck. and see if it's a real arrival date.

Also, the 2700's remote can do thing the 2600's remote cant.
(like changing channel levels)

You really think the newer features in 2700 are not worth the wait or extra money? And when you say "end of model year," is it just around the corner a good month or two away?
I have to admit that I don't know how to interpret this piece of info or how significant it is.

Suppose I run a set of speaker wires to another room and hook them up to sp1(zone2), can I not use the second remote that comes with this unit with an IF receiver? How would an RF universal remote be better?
What a bummer! I'll be waiting with you.

I wish Yamaha (or Pioneer) would just produce a Pre/processor.

same for Denon, Marantz...

Think about it - something like a Yamaha RX-v2700 or Pioneer VSX-84TXSi without the amp section - for about $1100. Would be SWEET...

Guys got a question that needs enlightenment. Is the 2700 ABT1010 scaler engine better then DCDI Faroudja or are they totally video technology from each other.