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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent product, great value!
By J. P.
I purchased my RX-V773 locally at a substantial discount ($200 off list price). The place I bought it from offers their own 30-day in-store return policy, although I would not hesitate to purchase from Amazon.
I would rate this unit 4 1/2 stars if I could. It's a very versatile receiver--2 of the 7 amplifier channels that can be assigned for something like a second zone (stereo only, obviously). The 5 HDMI inputs and dual oututs are a nice feature at this price point. I upgraded to this unit from an older model Marantz that did not have any HDMI inputs.
I had no problem with the Wi-Fi setup on my receiver. I followed the instructions using the push-button on the adapter and router. On the second try, it connected and has not dropped connection since. I enjoy the network features a lot. The receiver found my network hard drive (Twonky server). I was able to use my computer to quickly create some playlists and then play them flawlessly with the receiver. I also followed the instructions for creating a free internet radio account for the receiver and set up a dozen or so bookmarks for free internet stations. That feature also works very well...but once in a while the receiver will switch to another of my bookmarked stations. I suspect that is caused by the internet service (vTuner) that provides the bookmarks, not by the receiver itself. The bookmarks are stored on the vTuner site, not the receiver, so it just about has to be at that end. It's not a big deal since internet radio is mostly for background sound. Right now there is no support for any internet service other than vTuner. That could change with a firmware upgrade. SirusXM over the internet would be great.
Onscreen setup menu is very easy to use. I tried the automatic speaker setup (YPAO or whatever they call it) but did not like the results so I set the speakers up manually. This takes a few minutes. You can independently set the crossover point for each set of speakers (main, center, and surround). That's a nice feature that my older Marantz did not have. I'm very pleased with the sound. Right now I'm using a Definitive Technology sub and surrounds, and Polk mains and center.
I can read the front display of the unit from across the room. That makes it easy to select internet radio bookmarks or server playlists without having the TV on. I like that feature. The receiver has a built-in Web server so you can use any computer on your network to control BASIC functions, like volume, source, and bookmark/playlist selection. There is also an Android app that allows more control and works well. The remote control that comes with the receiver works fine but is nothing fancy. I use a Harmony remote for the whole system.
The only real fault that I've found after about a month with this receiver is that it does not appear to support the older Yamaha dedicated iPod docks. (if somebody knows different, please add a comment!) According to the manual, you are supposed to plug the iPod into the front USB jack. This is kind of kludgy to me, I prefer a permanent dock that does not have cables sticking out the front of the receiver. So, I'm using a generic (Keyspan brand) dock plugged into the Aux jacks on the back. Much neater, although I don't have control of the iPod through the receiver. There is a rear USB jack but it is for power/charging only.
I have not tried the front USB jack with MP3s on a memory stick, since all my music is on my network hard drive.
Added 1/21/2013: The latest firmware upgrade adds SiriusXM!!! Woohoo! Also Pandora and Rhapsody, although I have not used them.
43 of 46 people found the following review helpful.
A good receiver but......
By Avedis
I just purchased this receiver a few days ago and for the most part, it works well. There is a firmware upgrade available online (version 1.64) at Yamaha that adds Pandora, Rhapsody, Sirius/XM as well as improves the multi-point YPAO. That is a good thing because when I ran multi-point YPAO to set up my speakers, I ended up with horrible distortion. If I ran a single-point YAPO it worked better. I think one is better off setting up your speakers manually, which it will let you do.
Airplay and Internet Radio works fine. Wi-Fi adapter that comes with the receiver sets up easy.
My biggest complaint after over an hour on the phone with Yamaha tech support is this: If you have a 5.1 or 7.1 speaker system and you have a 2-channel input such as a CD player, FM radio or Internet Radio, no matter what digital sound processing you want to choose, the receiver will not drive the subwoofer!!!! I was absolutely blown away when the tech rep told me that. My 8 year-old Sony receiver would drive the subwoofer with a 2 channel input, a new Denon will as will just about any other receiver.
So if you have a subwoofer and want to listen to your music using it, don't buy this receiver. Otherwise it works fine.
[EDIT]
This was so unusual I went to the AVS forums and posted my problem. It turns out that Yamaha doesn't know their own products but the guys at AVS do. The problem stems from selecting "Large" speakers as your front speakers in the setup. If you select "Large", the receiver will not send a signal to the subwoofer. If you select "Small", it will send a signal.
If you want to find out information on just about any type of electronic equipment, go the the AVS forums. That is the best knowledge base around.
26 of 30 people found the following review helpful.
FM tuner dead on arrival, but great receiver
By Battersea
I received my receiver about 6 weeks ago but I had to take it to an authorized repair shop in town (fortunately I'm not too far from one) because the FM receiver funtions are not working- no channels, no speakers recognized. I would have returned it to Amazon but I missed the 30 day return window by a day. I did have a chance to check out the web-based FM stations and I am pleased with the user interface for those stations- easy enough to navigate. The feature set on this product is excellent, and I will enjoy it very much as soon as I can get it back out of repairs. Combined with some of the other comments, I do wonder if the factory quality control is what it should be. More to come once I can check it out further.
Update- I got the receiver back and FM now works fine. But because the number of online FM stations via the net radio app is so large I haven't been listening to the local FM stations, and I also have enjoyed some of the TV audio streams (eg Frontline) available through the net radio app.
I also tested out the ability of the receiver to play mp3 files via a USB stick inserted in the front port. It worked very well, showing the file names on the TV screen and allowing easy file access. I know the receiver will recognize media server volumes on the same network but haven't tested that function myself yet.
One interesting observation- the 773 is rated at 400 Watts and I thought it might be too much for my 1000 VA/500 Watt UPS. But the 773 actually draws much less than 400 watts in a typical application. I have a TiVo unit, cable modem, wireless router, and DVD player plugged into the full suppression/backup side of the 1000 VA unit along with the Yamaha, and I have yet to see the UPS at more than about 20% capacity.
Having a fully functioning 773 now, I increased my score from 2 to 4 stars, reducing one from five for the initial problem with the tuner. For the money, I think it is a very good buy, and I can't imagine anyone needing more power output in a typical house situation. Heartily recommended.
11/12/12 Update: ran into a potentially thorny problem. I got a prompt to update the firmware on the TV screen, and I clicked to do so, but evidently the web connection to the Yamaha file server failed at file "S5-1" and I got an "ERROR! 2000" message, followed by a "ROM ERROR" message upon toggling the unit off and on. I had no luck finding the fix online, but if this happens to you, here's how to recover (courtesy Yamaha tech support): Follow the instructions for updating the firmware by USB drive on the Yamaha support website (make sure you have the *.bin file unzipped and copied into the root folder of the USB drive), but instead follow these instructions:
1. Make sure the unit is off and unplug it from the wall.
2. Insert the USB drive into the USB port in the front panel.
3. Hold down the "PURE DIRECT" button and plug the unit back in, keeping the button down- a message should appear on the display, something like "USB Drive".
4. Release the "PURE DIRECT" button. The firmware *.bin file should be found, and the update process should start.
5. If successful, the display will prompt you to turn the unit off. When turned on, you should be good to go.
My suggestion- use the USB method as described on the Yamaha support site to do a firmware update because some of the files are large enough to place you at risk if your web connection is lost (the process is slightly different from what I describe above).
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Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
Yamaha RX-V773WA 7.2-Channel Network AV Receiver
- Network receiver with AV Controller App for iPad/iPhone/iPod and Android phones/tablets
- Included WiFi Adapter makes network control a breeze
- 7.2-Channel Powerful Surround Sound with 110W per Channel
- Apple Airplay Allows Streaming Music to AV Receiver
- HD Audio format decoding: Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio; Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
- 4K pass-through for next generation super high resolution displays, and HDMI (4 in/1 out) with 3D and Audio Return Channel
- Front panel USB Digital Connection for iPad/iPod/iPhone & MP3
- YPAO sound optimization for automatic speaker setup in minutes
- Assignable amplifiers for bi-amp connection or Zone B for extended audio in another room
- ECO mode operation for about 20%* less power consumption
Key Features
Enjoy it All and More with the Yamaha RX-V773 7.2-Channel Network AV Receiver. Simply Exceptional Sound.
Sophisticated zone options include 7.2 channel surround, front presence, Bi-Amp main speakers or independent Zone 2 operation, powered Zone 2 with party mode and Zone B dual HDMI outputs. Play your favorite HD movie in powerful surround sound while others dance to HD music videos in another room. The included WiFi Adapter and Yamaha AV Controller App provide simple network control in either Zone at once. Installation is a breeze when you use the advanced Multi-point YPAO auto calibration and sophisticated Graphic User Interface to expedite setup and ensure accuracy. Expand connectivity with Apple AirPlay and versatile USB input for iPad. Enjoy ECO mode today and 4k video up-scaling for next generation of super-high resolution displays.
4K Pass-Through and Upscaling Supports Latest High Resolution Video Formats
This AV receiver provides advanced HDMI features including 4K pass-through. 4K refers to four times the resolution of a 1080p display. While not yet available, 4K displays and sources are sure to become popular in the future. This receiver is capable of passing the 4K data from the source to the display, for image clarity far beyond present standards. It also can perform 4K upscaling to boost a lower resolution image to super high-def resolution. This ensures compatibility with the latest super high resolution video formats.
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.
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 and operate your system via Web Browser Control. The AV Controller app (from Amazon App Store, iTunes App Store or Android Market) lets you control various functions from your Kindle Fire, iPod, iPhone, iPad or Android device.
AV Controller App for Easy, Convenient Operation
This AV Receiver lets you use the Yamaha AV Controller app that is downloadable from the Amazon App Store, iTunes App Store or Android Market to control power on/off and volume, select input and DSP modes and operate other functions from your Kindle Fire, iPod, iPhone, iPad or Android device. A tablet version is also available.
Control your Yamaha Network Receiver with Free Kindle Fire App
With a Yamaha network receiver you can now control your music and media with our new app designed specifically for the #1 product on Amazon, the Kindle Fire. This application is FREE, and available for download on the Amazon App Store for Kindle Fire and other Android devices. Click here to check out the Kindle App for Yamaha Network Receivers.
AirPlay Allows Streaming Music to AV Receiver
This AV receiver supports AirPlay, which means they can accept wireless music streaming from iPod touch, iPhone or iPad, as well as from iTunes on Macs or PCs. This makes it easy to enjoy music from your mobile devices or computer on your home theater system. You can use view metadata such as song title, artist name as well as album art* via AV receiver's on-screen display. *Some models don't support album art display.
YPAO-R.S.C. (Reflected Sound Control) Sound Optimization
YPAO-R.S.C. analyzes room acoustics and measures various speaker characteristics, then calibrates audio parameters to achieve optimum sound. It employs Reflected Sound Control to correct early reflections for studio-quality sound. It also provides DSP Effect Normalization, which varies the CINEMA DSP parameters according to the reflected sounds.
USB Digital Connection for iPod, iPhone and iPad on the Front Panel
A USB port on the front panel allows convenient connection of an iPod/iPhone/iPad, which also charges when connected. Because the digital signal from the iPod/iPhone/iPad 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/iPad music playback functions.
Advanced Multi-Language GUI On-Screen Display
Yamaha’s latest Graphical User Interface 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 seven languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish and Chinese, 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 7.2-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 and sub 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 receiver—one more way Yamaha makes your life a little easier.
SCENE for One-Touch Start
Pressing a SCENE button powers on the AV Receiver and selects the input source and DSP mode. You can re-set the buttons for different sources by selecting a source and DSP mode, then pressing a SCENE button for more than three seconds.
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.
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.
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.
HDMI CEC for Easy Operation
Another benefit of HDMI is the availability of CEC 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.
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.
HDMI CEC for Easy Operation
Another benefit of HDMI is the availability of CEC 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.
Dialogue Lift and Dialogue Level Adjustment for natural dialogue and vocals
Dialogue Lift raises the sound of dialogue from the center speaker to a position in the center of the screen. Newly developed virtual dialogue lift achieves dialogue lift function even without the need for presence speakers. Dialogue Level Adjustment lets you control the volume of the vocal sound, so you hear movie dialogue and music vocals at the ideal level for clear, comfortable listening.
ECO mode lowers power consumption by 20%*
Yamaha’s new ECO mode reduces power consumption by about 20%. It can be set from the top of the GUI menu.
* Compared to power consumption when ECO mode is off (Yamaha measurement).
Selectable Auto Power Down
Auto Power Down lets you save energy by selecting to turn off the power after 2, 4, 8 or 12 hours.
* Compared to power consumption when ECO mode is off (Yamaha measurement).
Low Standby Power Consumption
Yamaha makes its receivers with a low standby power consumption of 0.1W in IR Standby mode (1W in HDMI Standby Through mode, 2W in Network Standby mode).
Other Notable Advanced Features
- 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
- Multi language color OSD for improved visibility
- Virtual Presence Speaker function for CINEMA DSP 3D surround without Front Presence Speakers
- Front panel mini jack input for connecting portable audio player
- Audio input assign capability for HDMI and component video input
- 9 selectable subwoofer crossover frequencies
- Subwoofer phase select / Subwoofer out
- Initial Volume Setting and Maximum Volume Setting
- Audio Delay for adjusting Lip-Sync (0-500 ms)
- 40-station preset tuning / Auto preset tuning
- Background Video feature (for Radio and Net)
- 4K / full HD 1080p video upscaling from analog and HDMI input
- Supports Deep Color (30/36 bit), x.v.Color, 24 Hz Refresh Rate and Auto Lip-Sync compensation
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Power | |||||
| Watts/Channel | 100 x 5 | 105 x 5 | 110 x 7 | 90 x 7 | 95 x 7 |
| Discrete Amp | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Amp Assignable | - | - | Surround Back/ Bi-amp/Zone B | Surround Back/ Bi-amp/Presence/ Zone 2 | Surround Back/ Bi-amp/Presence/ Zone 2 |
Connectivity | |||||
| Made for iPad/iPhone/iPod | iPhone/iPod inly | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| HDMI In(Front)/Out | 4in 1out | 4in 1out | 4in 1out | 6(1)/1 | 6(1)/2 |
| HDMI 4k-2k | Pass-thru | Pass-thru | Pass-thru | Pass-thru & Upscale | Pass-thru & Upscale & HDMI Zone B |
Ease of Use | |||||
| Panel Height | 130mm | 140mm | 140mm | 150mm | 150mm/Aluminum front |
| On-Screen Display | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Graphic-User-Interface | - | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| YPAO Speaker Setup | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ PLUS RSC | ✔ PLUS RSC Multi-point |
| Multi-Zone | - | - | Zone B | Zone 2 Line out / SP out | Zone 2 Line out / SP out |
Network Features | |||||
| Wifi Smartphone App Control | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Apple AirPlay/Internet Radio | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| DLNA Certified | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Network Receiver | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ PLUS WIFI ADAPTER |
INPUTS/OUTPUTS | |||||
| HDMI | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 6(1 front)/1 | 6(1 front)/2 |
| USB | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Network Port | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Digital Optical | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 |
| Digital Coaxial | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 | 2/0 |
| Analog Audio | 4(front 1)/2 | 4(front 1)/1 | 4(front 1)/1 | 4(front 1)/1 | 4(front 1)/1 |
| Component Video | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 |
| Composite Video | 4(front 1)/1 | 5(front 1)/1 | 5(front 1)/1 | 5(front 1)/1 | 5(front 1)/1 |
| Preout Subwoofer | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Headphone out | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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