THX Select 2, Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic IIx - NTSC - FM, AM, XM - MPN: RXV2600 See Product Details
Description
The Outstanding A/V Receiver with It All! HDMI Audio and Video Handling, Fully Analog Video Up-Conversion, including onto HDMI, De-Interlacing and Up-Scaling to 1080i/720p, XM Satellite Radio Ready, Multi-Room Custom Installation and CINEMA DSP/THX Select2.
Quick Glance
Interfaces: 2 x Digital/Optical Audio Line Out - Rear, 4 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 3 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 4 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 3 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 5.1 Channel In - Rear, 5 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 3 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Rear, 3 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video Out - Rear, 1 x 9-pin DB-9 RS-232C - Rear, 7 x RCA Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 3 x Antenna In - Rear, 2 x Remote In - Rear, 2 x Remote Out - Rear, 9 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 2 x AC Out - Rear, 1 x AC In - Rear, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Front, 1 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Front, 1 x RCA A/V In - Front, 1 x Microphone - Front, 1 x Headphone - Front, 3 x HDMI - Rear, 2 x Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal - Rear
Sound Supported: THX Select 2, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Supported Channels: 7.1
THD: 0.04 %
Total Power: 910 W
Summary
Product Title: Yamaha RX-V2600 A/V Receiver
Manufacturer: Yamaha
Power Score: 4.3 | 12 Reviews
Sound Processing
Sound Supported: THX Select 2, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Supported Audio Channels: 7.1
Audio DAC: 24 Bit
Amplification
THD at Rated RMS Power (Unbridged): 0.04 %
Total Power: 910 W
Connectivity
Interface Connection: 2 x Digital/Optical Audio Line Out - Rear, 4 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 3 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 4 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 3 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 5.1 Channel In - Rear, 5 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 3 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Rear, 3 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video Out - Rear, 1 x 9-pin DB-9 RS-232C - Rear, 7 x RCA Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 3 x Antenna In - Rear, 2 x Remote In - Rear, 2 x Remote Out - Rear, 9 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 2 x AC Out - Rear, 1 x AC In - Rear, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Front, 1 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Front, 1 x RCA A/V In - Front, 1 x Microphone - Front, 1 x Headphone - Front, 3 x HDMI - Rear, 2 x Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal - Rear
Dimensions
Dimensions: 6.70" Height x 17.10" Width x 17.20" Depth
Weight: 38.40 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 2 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: 2 x HDMI In 1 x HDMI Out Sound Field Features: Virtual Cinema DSP Silent Cinema
Product Series: RX-V
RMS Output Power: 130 W
Number of Analog Audio Input: 4
Number of Digital Coaxial Input: 3
Number of S-Video Input: 6
Number of S-Video Output: 3
Number of Digital Optical Input: 5
Number of Digital Optical Output: 2
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0%
Multi Channel In: Yes
Strengths: HDMI connections for audio and video in/out.
Weakness: Can not drive 4 ohm speakers.
I was looking for reciever a few months back. I planned to spend around $600 for it. At that time, i was targeting the RX-V2500. Just before i planned to buy the 2500, the RX-V2600 came out. I bought it right after it was out for sale. I paid $1100 for it that time. And i could tell you it works great except it could not drive 4 ohm speakers. It has HDMI connections and video up-conversion for...
Strengths: HDMI switching, upconversion, easy and accurate auto setup, sound quality
Weakness: I couldn't HEAR the difference vs my 3 yr old Pioneer VSX-D912 to justify paying its current price. Can't use HDMI to connect Scientific Atlanta HD8300 cable box to HDTV Sharp LC45GD4U
After reading the reviews online, and talking to the sales manager at the nearest Sound Advice store, I was wondering if I could expect to hear a "significant" improvement both with music and movies versus my current A/V receiver: a Pioneer VSX-D912 which I am very satisfied with (and which was CNET's Editor's Choice in March 2003). (I don't have a trained ear and I am not an audiophile). So, I...
Strengths: 7.1 channels, 100 plus watts without strain,professional appearance.Has upconversion capability and 2 HDMI inputs & 1 output.
Weakness: HDMI inputs did not allow my Samsung HD-350 DVD player to play through this receiver. It displayed "HDCP Error", and no amount of coaxing could resolve this.
Even though the DVD player was not capable of recording, the RX-V2600 did not allow the HDMI signal through to the HDMI output. It is possible that the intent is to prevent illegal copying, but then what is the use if DVD players (and HDTV receiver/decoders with HDMI outputs) are unable to be switched by the receiver remotely. Ultimately I had to feed the DVD HDMI output directly into my 37" LCD...
Strengths: HD Upscaling
Weakness: Complex to figure out
I bought the RX-V2600 to go with my Pioneer Elite 61' Plasma Monitor as a central control unit for my media systems. My desire was to run HDMI from both my LG-LDA511 DVD player (which I love - absolutely awesome ability to up-convert DVDs to HD format) and my SA Explorer 8300HD DVR cable box through this receiver and out to the TV. The LG DVD player works awesome. The SA cable box does not (the...
Strengths: Nice OSD, accurate auto-eq and delay setup, easily adjustable parametric eq per channel, a variety of inputs with seperate gain control, component HD switching and upscaling from Svid and composite.
Weakness: Zone 2&3 useless without an external amp, no ability to patch amp channel i/os, no ability to convert analog to digital audio i/o, a convoluted remote control that makes you want to cry
There are too many things this receiver cannot do; too many convoluted setup paths that you must rigidly follow. It's extremely frustrating because this product comes so close to being the perfect center of any home theater system. But it's failures are so miserable that I cannot recommend purchasing this product. There is absolutely no flexibility. Here are some examples: Secondary zone outputs:...
Strengths: The Yamaha excells nowhere that I have found
Weakness: channel crosstalk (ghosting) in almost every mode, runs hot, etc.
I have a Kenwood VR-9070 thx receiver that is very tight with no channel ghosting or crosstalk. I thought that since it only cost $400.00 I would upgrade to the more expensive RX-V2600 with more whistles and bells. That was a grave mistake. More cost does not equate to better quality. The Kenwood is going back into my system because it is far superior and the yamaha is going back to the store.
Strengths: Fantastic sound, both in true stereo mode (Pure-Direct setting), and for a large handful of surround options.. Learning remote is versatile. HDMI is a MUST-HAVE for home theater.
Weakness: Digital upscaling - will not handle 1080p in the future.
This is a wonderful unit, linking form, fit and function into an elegant design. It is modestly easy to set-up and use, although it may be complex for a novice. Clarity of sound is great, the sound fields are accurate and present a transparent feel, with plenty of power to spare. A variety of audio-video inputs - including for me a "MUST-HAVE" PHONO input, give you everything you could want. A...
Strengths: Many sound field options, sufficient power, great sound
Weakness: There are hidden characteristics:
Plenty of options but has confusing navigation and menus HDMI out does not work certain with components Has video switching and up-conversion capabilities HDMI is an older version 1.1 so no SACD through HDMI Cannot process 1080p Zone 2 and 3 signals are analog only Stored data only last 1 week without the power cord connected Contains one XM Radio jack but cannot separately store XM radio station...
Strengths: Great quality and ease of use. This is the perfect receiver for the standard home theater system.
Weakness: Challenge to set up, need to research Xbox 360 codes...not included in setup instructions
A great buy for the price. Although set up did take some time and we had to look up set up codes for the Xbox 360, after set up this product is easy to use.
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In reviewing the new Yamaha RX-V2600 I feel like I'm swearing in a new justice of the Supreme Court... After all, it's new and exciting, but there's also a lot of discussion and debate surrounding the newcomer. With the RX-V2600, Yamaha has entered that place where the label "AV processor" really starts to emphasize video processing. Let's face it, while there was always plenty of audio...
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Excellent A/V Receiver.
Strengths: Awesome features and sound. Clean good looks. HDMI switching and upconversion. LOTS of inputs. Multi-zone.
Weakness: * Hard to get with factory warranty at a good price due to auth. retailer restrictions * HDMI cables fall out too easily (more a criticism of the HDMI connector than this receiver however)
What can I say, I love this receiver. I recently completed a major HT upgrade, centered around the 60" Sony SXRD. I paired this receiver with the H/K HKTS14 speaker set, an OppoDigital upconverting DVD player, a Panny ES20D DVD Recorder, and my Charter MOXI Cable/DVR HD box. All I can say is, wow! My old HT system was old -- ProLogic based, no Dolby Digital at all -- so this was a major upgrade...
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