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Yamaha RX-V363BL 500 Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver | 
| Brand: Yamaha
Category: CE
List Price: $229.95
Buy New: $199.95
You Save: $30.00 (13%)
New (9) from $179.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 1444
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 22
Dimensions (in): 15.7 x 21.3 x 8.8
Warranty: Unknown
MPN: RX-V363BL
Model: RX-V363BL
UPC: 027108929781
EAN: 0027108929781
ASIN: B0013ZGOYM
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 5-channel 500W powerful surround sound (100W x 5) | | • | 1080p-Compatible HDMI 1.3 | | • | Bluetooth music streaming using Yamaha YBA-10 Bluetooth Audio Receiver | | • | Connect an iPod using Yamaha YDS-10SL Universal iPod Dock | | • | Includes preset remote |
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Product Description
The RX-V363BL 5.1-Channel Digital Home Theater Receiver offers an impressive array of features and technologies to enhance the audio/video experience, including HDMI switching with 1080p video pass-through, iPod and Bluetooth audio compatibility, CINEMA DSP, Compressed Music Enhancer, 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. A mini jack on the front panel makes it convenient to connect portable audio players. You have a choice of eight unique CINEMA DSP surround programs to bring out the full audio potential of your entertainment sources. The RX-V363BL 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. Initial Volume Setting and Maximum Volume Setting 5-channel 500W powerful surround sound (100W x 5) High dynamic power, low-impedance drive capability 192kHz/24-bit DACs used in all channels 1080p-compatible HDMI switching (2 inputs, 1 output) including 1080p/24Hz repeat Cinema DSP with 8 DSP programs Compressed Music Enhancer to improve compressed music sources Night Listening Enhancer (Cinema/Music) and SILENT CINEMA Audio Delay for adjusting lip-sync 40-station preset tuning / Auto preset tuning Frequency Response - 5Hz-60kHz Dimensions - Width 17-1/9 x Height 5-5/16 x Depth 12-1/2 (435x151x318mm) Weight - 17.6 pounds (8 kg)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 13 more reviews...
 Works for me! July 24, 2008
I'm using the RX-V363 to replace a Klipsch ProMedia 5.1 powered speaker system that supplied the sound from my computer (games,DVDs,HDTV). The ProMedia's amp pooped out right after the warranty was up so I had to pay for a new amp. Three years later, same problem. This time I'm using the RX-V363 as the amp and still using the Klipsch front, center and rear speakers, their fine. Only problem was the Klipsch subwoofer couldn't be salvaged so I'm using a JBL Sub12. Total price for Yamaha + JBL = $400. The Klipsch was almost that much after buying the replacement amp. This is a great setup for your computer if your interested in great sound and not just back round noise. I hope I am still happy in six years.
Great receiver for the money July 18, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've had mine for about a month now so I can now say with some assurance that it is a good receiver for this amount of money.
The upsides:
*It sounds great with surround sound, even dvd-a audio!
*It's easy to use with the 4 presets - though I wish I could change the pre-sets to include cd player instead of radio. (Maybe you can but I haven't figured it out yet)
*It has a full function remote with good range
*It blocks off sound automatically when you plug in a headphone (saves having to turn off the speakers with a 2nd step)
*It is set so you can simulate dts sound with headphones for night listening
*It has many different pre-sets and they really come in handy. I found, for example, that using the 5 channel simulator preset sounds great with 2.0 movies, bringing the sound to the rear speakers - especially with movies that are hard to hear the dialogue.
The downsides are many but they're mostly minor. And by the way I would give this 4 and 1/2 stars instead of 5 if I could, because of the downsides:
*Not enough inputs/outputs. I'd have liked it to have an HDMI in from the dvd player. The HDMI it does have is ONLY FOR VIDEO, NOT THE AUDIO SIGNAL.
*It does not have a mute button on the unit itself, only on the remote. You can achieve mute quickly by giving the big volume dial a couple of quick spins but then you lose your volume setting. No big deal but I have never seen another unit without a mute button on the face of it.
*The digital coaxial cable (optional) does not provide DVD-A audio nor good DTS audio. On mine, with DTS audio it was VERY low. In order to get good 5.1 channel audio you have to use regular audio cables in the inputs marked Multi-Channel. Adding HDMI Audio would have been a VERY big PLUS. I assume it was not cost effective. Personally I'd have rather spent an extra $30 or so and gotten the HDMI Audio capability.
*Although it is advertised that this unit works with the IPod dock, you should know that THIS UNIT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY WITH THE YAMAHA IPOD DOCK even though it is not stated. That is, it does not show the IPod menu on the tv with this unit, only with the more expensive units in this series. So what good is it? Not much. This should be made clear on the box/and amazon etc. item descriptions. I bought this in part due to the IPod capability and now feel cheated. This is from a Yamaha tech:
"The RX-V363 will not display the IPod information on the TV/Display."
(However the new Tekkeon Navdock works great with the Yamaha and for only $20-30 more. Check it out. Yes, it costs more than the Yamaha dock but has many more features and you can even view video from your IPod classic without buying a proprietary cable from Apple!)
So all in all, despite its downsides, this is a fantastic receiver for 200 buckaroos. You just can't beat it. I had a Sony in this price range before (actually more, 7 years ago) with similar features, and this sounds much better than the Sony did and has better features.
Great receiver for the money July 8, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
We bought this receiver several days ago to replace an aging JVC receiver we'd had for a number of years and I'm very happy with it so far. The sound is exceptional and it's very easy to configure. The "Scene" feature is very handy; it allows you to configure four buttons with presets for various listening situations (movies, gaming, etc). For example, I have one setup for gaming that selects one digital input for the sound source and also selects "straight" for the sound processing, allowing the receiver to decode the game sound based on what it detects. Another setting is for music and sets the sound processing as "5 channel music optimized".
The only complaint I have thus far is an error in the manual that indicates you can rename the Scenes. Apparently there was an insert along with the manual saying this wasn't possible with this model but as I bought the floor model that insert wasn't included. But that's not the fault of the manufacturer or the unit.
To sum it up, the unit sounds great and is easy to use. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a good receiver but is on a budget.
Best Home Theater with Digita Dolby for the Money June 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This receiver is easy to setup for the average audiophile and is loud enough to get your chest cavity pounding with matched speakers. Digital Optical rocks and Dolby Digital decodes just fine. The only receiver that I found that was better cost five hundred dollars more (a True Dolby Digital 7.1 HD).
Yamaha RX-V363 June 16, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I purchased this Yamaha (RXV363) unit because a lightning storm burned out the Sony, which I was happy with. This unit resides in my bedroom - which consists of an HDTV, FIOS, DVD and Sony 5.1 satellite speaker system - and is not my main HT system, which reside in the basement and consist of the higher end components. I looked at the Yamaha RXC463, Onkyo TX-SR506, 606, Sony STR-DG720 but did not want to spend the extra cash for the satellite ready capability. Nor was I interested in the video switching capabilities since I connect all video source directly to the TV and all audio sources to the receiver. For switching, I use my Harmony 880 - one button operation.
Connectivity:
For my situation, the Yamaha has all the connections I need (DVD and FIOS). Setup is simple and straight forward. Remember, you get HD quality from both HDMI and Component connections.
As far as connecting video components thru the receiver, I can't give an opinion on that because I do not go thru the receiver for video connections, up conversion and all that stuff. I always connect my video source directly to the TV- always. I just believe that you lose picture quality going thru a receiver. Remember, the most direct path between 2 points is a straight line. I only use the receiver for the audio connections because to me that's its main purpose - audio and TV is video. Besides connecting thru the receiver, in my opinion, is mainly for convenience and possibly (emphasis) saving a few bucks on cables.
As stated by other reviewers, the HDMI ports (video pass-thru) do not output sound (manual specifically states this fact as well as other sources on the internet) so you must connect separate audio cables. Having HDMI output audio is good if you are using the speakers in the TV (but why would you do that if you want a HT quality sound) but if you have surround speakers then you should use either the digital or optical audio connections.
Now with that said, I know that there are some that have many components to connect in their system or want the convenience of having the least amount of cables connected to the TV, receiver etc. For those you either have to dig a little deeper in the pockets or get a separate switching device for all of the components. This unit, at $200, is an entry level HT receiver so don't expect it to do what the high end units can.
Remote Control
The remote control is a little tricky. What I found is that it's a little confusing on how to switch between sound stages at first but like anything new you get used to it.
As an alternative to those who want simplicity in switching between video sources do yourself a favor and get the Harmony 880 remote control - one remote, one button control bliss baby. Amazon seems to have the best prices on the remotes. Check it out.
Overall:
Overall this is a good unit. This is a nice entry level unit and it does well for the limited setup I have in the bedroom. This unit actually makes the Sony satellite speaker sound much better than the Sony receiver did. This unit has better sound fields than my older Sony unit - I like the Straight and Enhance and 5 channel speaker modes. My Sony did not have these.
TIP: Before purchasing any HT equipment you must do your research. You can go to the manufacturer's website and download the manual and determine if it contains all the connections etc you need for your system. What I've found in some of the previous reviews is that the unit was purchased without truly knowing its capabilities and then that person bashes it - which is unfair. The only problem is the individual did not do his/her research and/or know the true capabilities of the unit. The World Wide Web has all sorts of reviews on this unit - both professional and end user - so it baffles me that these people did not know the limits of the unit. Uhhh oh yeah they didn't do their research. So when you read these reviews, read between the lines of the comments, which many times will reveal that the person did not do the necessary homework prior to the purchase and/or did or do not understand the functions of a specific AV receiver. So please make sure the equipment has all you need before putting out negative reviews.
Also, remember if you have surround speakers you do not need to send the audio thru the HDMI just use the digital coax or optical audio connections. And don't believe much of the hype about the cables (i.e. the better ones are the most expensive ones). Just don't use the cables that come in the box and don't spend tons of money on cables either.
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