Yamaha Aventage RX-A820 User Manual

AV Receiver
RX-A820
Technical Data 1
• Charging of iPod, iPhone and iPad via USB when AV Receiver is off
• iPod/iPhone song titles displayed in English and Western European languages on the front
panel and on-screen display
• Advanced multi-language GUI on-screen display with album art (English, German, French,
Spanish, Russian, Chinese and Japanese)
• HDMI CEC with versatile control from AV Receiver remote control
• YPAO R.S.C. (Reflected Sound Control) sound optimization with multi-point measurement
• HDMI front panel input for devices such as camcorders and digital cameras
• Audio input assign capability for HDMI and component video input
• Ability to change HDMI input while in Standby Through mode
• Audio Delay for adjusting Lip-Sync (0-500 ms)
• Newly designed preset remote unit
• Background Video feature (for tuner and Net)
Surround Realism
• HD Audio decoding with CINEMA DSP 3D (17 DSP programs)
• Compressed Music Enhancer with CINEMA DSP
• Dialogue Lift ensures that dialogue comes from the center of the screen
• Virtual dialogue lift even without use of presence speakers
• Dialogue Level Adjustment for proper sound balance with dialogue and vocals
• Virtual Presence Speaker function for CINEMA DSP 3D surround without Front
Presence Speakers
• Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) and Adaptive DSP Level
• SILENT CINEMA and Virtual CINEMA DSP
Versatile Zone Control
• HDMI Zone B for audio/video streaming to another room (same content as main room)
• Zone 2 on/off and control on front panel
• Zone sleep and system sleep
• Remote input/output
• Programmable +12V trigger output
• RS-232C interface
• Party mode
Eco-Friendly Design
• ECO mode operation for about 20%* less power consumption
* Compared to power consumption when ECO mode is off (Yamaha measurement).
• Auto power down function with variable time setting
• Low standby power consumption of 0.1W
Audio Features
• 7-channel powerful surround sound
100W per Channel
(8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09 % THD, 2 ch driven)
110W 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
• Extra 5th foot with Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T. Wedge) to reduce Vibration
• Aluminum Front Panel Offers Visual and Aural Benefits
• Discrete amp configuration
• Selected high quality parts to achieve optimum audio performance
• Pure Direct for HD Audio and video enjoyment
• Burr-Brown 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels
• 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
• Banana-plug compatible binding post speaker terminal for Zone2/Presence channels
Video Features
• 4K Pass-Through for next-generation super high resolution images
• 4K upscaling boosts lower resolution images to super high-definition resolution
• 4K / full HD 1080p video upscaling from analog and HDMI input
• HDMI: 8 inputs (1 on front) and 2 output with 3D and Audio Return Channel
• Supports Deep Color (30/36 bit), x.v.Color, 24Hz Refresh Rate and Auto Lip-Sync compensation
• High quality video processing with precise deinterlacing
- Motion adaptive and edge adaptive deinterlacing
- Multi-cadence (incl. 3-2 pull-down) detection
Advanced Features
• SCENE buttons with direct power on (BD/DVD, TV, Net and Radio)
- Quick and simple to use
- HDMI CEC powers up compatible TVs and Blu-ray Disc™ players
• Network functions
- AirPlay allows music streaming from iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, PC
- AV Controller app for operating various functions from an iPod, iPhone, iPad or Android phones
- Access to: Internet Radio (vTuner): MP3, WMA
Music files on PC/NAS: WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC
- DLNA 1.5 certified
• Front panel USB Digital Connection for iPod and iPhone
NEW PRODUCT BULLETIN
4K Pass-Through / 4K Upscaling
Hidden Control Panel Includes HDMI Input Terminal, USB
Port, Video Aux Input Terminals,YPAO Optimized
Microphone Jack, And More.
Enjoy expanded zone options with powered Zone 2, Party Mode and Zone B dual HDMI
outputs. Entertain with ease using the Yamaha AV Controller App optimized for Apple and
Android phones and tablets, including Kindle Fire. Simplified Apple connectivity with AirPlay.
4K video upscaling for next generation displays. Advanced audio calibration (YPAO multi-point)
ensures an optimized listening experience. Appreciate multiple ECO functions to
lower power consumption.

Yamaha Aventage RX-A820 Specifications

General

Brand	Yamaha
Model	Aventage RX-A820
Category	Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Audio Features

7-Channel Surround Sound

Provides 100W per channel (8 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 0.09% THD, 2 ch driven).

HD Audio Format Decoding

Supports Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio.

Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T. Wedge)

An extra 5th foot to reduce vibration from power transformer and heat sinks.

Aluminum Front Panel

Offers visual and aural benefits, contributing to optimum audio performance.

High-Quality Components

Utilizes Burr-Brown 192 kHz/24-bit DACs and low jitter PLL circuitry for superior sound.

Power Cable and Amplifiers

Features a detachable power cable and intelligent assignable amplifiers for Zone 2/bi-amp.

Video Features

4K Pass-Through and Upscaling

Supports 4K video pass-through and upscales lower resolution images to super high-definition.

HDMI Connectivity

Offers 8 HDMI inputs (1 front) and 2 outputs with 3D and Audio Return Channel support.

Advanced Video Processing

Includes Deep Color, x.v.Color, 24Hz refresh rate, Auto Lip-Sync, and precise deinterlacing.

Advanced Features

SCENE Buttons

Provides direct power-on for BD/DVD, TV, Net, and Radio for quick operation.

Network Functions

Supports AirPlay, AV Controller app, Internet Radio (vTuner), and PC/NAS music streaming.

iPod/iPhone Connectivity

Front panel USB connection for charging and playback, with on-screen display.

HDMI CEC Control

Enables versatile control of connected devices via the AV Receiver's remote.

YPAO R.S.C. Sound Optimization

Provides multi-point measurement for optimized sound based on room acoustics.

Other Advanced Functions

Includes HDMI front panel input, audio input assign, Lip-Sync adjustment, and preset remote.

Surround Realism

CINEMA DSP 3D

Offers HD Audio decoding with 17 DSP programs for immersive surround sound.

Dialogue Enhancement

Features Dialogue Lift, Virtual Dialogue Lift, and Dialogue Level Adjustment.

Virtual Surround Technologies

Includes Virtual Presence Speaker and SILENT CINEMA DSP for enhanced listening.

Adaptive DRC and DSP Level

Provides Dynamic Range Control and Adaptive DSP Level for optimized audio.

Versatile Zone Control

HDMI Zone B

Enables audio/video streaming to another room with the same content as the main room.

Zone 2 Operation

Allows Zone 2 on/off control from the front panel and offers Zone sleep mode.

System Control and Trigger

Includes Remote In/Out, RS-232C interface, and programmable +12V trigger output.

Eco-Friendly Design

ECO Mode Operation

Reduces power consumption by approximately 20% compared to when ECO mode is off.

Power Management

Features auto power down with variable time setting and low standby power consumption (0.1W).

Main Specifications

Rated Output Power

Specifies output power for front, center, and surround channels under various conditions.

Dynamic Power

Details dynamic power output per channel for 8, 6, 4, and 2 ohm loads.

Standby Power Consumption

Lists power consumption when HDMI control and network standby are off or on.

Dimensions and Weight

Provides the unit's physical dimensions (W x H x D) and weight.

Optional Accessories

WiFi Adapter (YWA-10)

Enables wireless music streaming from PC, NAS, and internet via a 2 LAN port design.

Extensive Connections

Inputs

Lists all available input terminals including HDMI, Network, USB, and Analog Audio.

Outputs

Details output terminals such as HDMI, Analog Audio, Component Video Monitor, and Composite Monitor.

Speaker Terminals

Specifies speaker connections for Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back/Bi-Amp, Zone 2, and Subwoofer.

Other Connections

Includes Zone 2 Audio Out, Remote In/Out, +12V Trigger Out, RS-232C, and AC power terminal.