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Yamaha RX-V363BL 500 Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver | 
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| Brand: Yamaha
Category: CE
List Price: $199.00
Buy New: $195.99
You Save: $3.01 (2%)
New (7) Used (2) from $154.12
Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 1076
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 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
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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 500 Watts (total) power for encompassing, clear 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 AM/FM with 40-station preset tuning / Auto preset tuning 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 24 more reviews...
 Excellent value for the money April 21, 2008
36 out of 37 found this review helpful
I have owned Yamaha Natural Sound equipment for over a decade, and continue to love it. This receiver is an impressive value for the money -- and in some respects is actually superior to its more expensive counterparts. For example, this unit has the Night Listening mode, which makes watching movies at night much easier (easier on your spouse and neighbors, anyway) -- while the more expensive V463 does not! Because I don't care about XM/Sirius radio or 7.1 surround (the main features of the more expensive units), this one fits right where I want it.
The only downside I see to this unit is its relatively limited number of video inputs, and the inability to route all the video inputs together. For example, you only get two HDMI inputs and one output. In my case this is enough, but others may find it limiting. Also, the component inputs are not upconverted into HDMI -- you have to run component outs AND HDMI out into your TV if you're using both kinds of inputs. In my case this is okay, but again, if you have a lot of high definition devices this may be a pain (since to switch inputs you'll have to switch both on the receiver as well as the TV).
I currently own one of these units (attached to my computer), and am actually about to buy a second one for my home theater. I spent a bunch of time on the Yamaha site researching the higher end ones, but feel that this inexpensive one is what I actually want. Another bonus -- it fits perfectly in the 6" space in my IKEA Billy TV stand, where some of the higher end ones don't!
UPDATE: After two months of owning two of these units, I have one issue to report: the HDMI signal does not pass audio on these units. Originally I thought that wouldn't be a problem (since there are various digital audio inputs as well, and I had plenty of cable) -- but there is an issue with lip sync on my TV, as the HDMI and digital audio are slightly out of sync. What this means is, when I watch something via HDMI, the dialog seems to arrive a little later than the lips move onscreen, and I find it unwatchable. (This issue does NOT seem to exist with the component and other video inputs.) I ended up running the HDMI inputs directly to my TV because of this -- and it solved the issue -- but it makes the HDMI switching of this receiver useless. Oh well, it was only two HDMI inputs anyway.
Aside from that, I'm very pleased -- the units sound great, have plenty of power, have a decent remote, and have plenty of inputs for what I'm doing. I still highly recommend this model, though you'll want to consider the HDMI issues before buying. You'll also want to thoroughly check your various devices to make sure this unit has the proper inputs (for example, coaxial digital input for DVD) for what you have. You can workaround this in some cases (for example, using the "CD" optical digital input with your Blu-Ray player...) but you'll want to plan it out in advance.
Great receiver for the money July 18, 2008
10 out of 10 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.
Yamaha RX-V363 500 Watt 5.1 Receiver May 14, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
UPDATE 2: November 3rd 2008
I've had no electrical problems since my previous update!
UPDATE 1: July 26th 2008
Warning, I've encountered an electrical problem with my unit. I Purchased it on May 2nd 2008 (almost 3 months ago), and as of yesterday my unit had 2 errors. The first caused my speakers to go silent, and the second caused the entire unit to freeze; I had to manually unplug the unit from the wall, and re-plug it to get it to respond again. During the past 3 months I have not been stressing the unit: I keep it at -38Db most of the time (low volume), and my apartment is usually below 72 degrees F (no environmental heat factors). I do not know the reason for these 2 errors, and it has preformed fine all day today. I will keep you advised as to the reliability of my unit.
PART 1:
I bought the Yamaha RX-V363 500 Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver in May 2008 because my Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 burnt out after 3.5 years of use, and all I was left with were its 5 sataite speakers (the subwoofer was dead). So in order to make use of my satalite speakers I bought this Yamaha receiver.
I'm using this system for 5.1 surround, and it's been great. I've had NO problems what so ever with it. The receiver is customizable, allowing you to adjust the bass/trebble of your front left and right speakers. It allows you to test the systems tone in each speaker; however, it does not allow you to adjust the bass or trebble in the rear or center speakers... I don't know why they disallow this, but I'm assuming it's common to other receivers (which is a pitty). ...There is however a control that allows you to adjust the volume of each speaker.
The receiver (and remote control) comes with 4 handy "SCENE" buttons, which allows you to set each button for a different input. I have the 1st button customized so that it plays my PC's sound using "CinemaDSP" which allows the PC's sterio output to be heard from all 5 speakers! It's really awesome, since my laptop doesn't have a 5.1 sound card. I have the 2nd button customized so that it plays my Xbox 360's 5.1 surround sound out of all of my speakers using Dolby Digital!
One negative comment about the receiver is that the HDMI inputs do not transfer my Xbox 360's sound :( It makes no sense [to me] to have HDMI connections that only transfer the video portion of the signal. ...Can someone tell me WHY this is? It's not a huge problem, because the receiver has Optical Inputs that receive audio from my Xbox 360, so it's no big deal. In fact, I don't even send my Xbox 360's HDMI cable through the receiver, just it's optical cable (for sound).
The receiver is very cost effective, and an excellent product! I would recomend this to anyone who is looking to hook up their 5.1 system. Yamaha really knows how to make an excellent product.
PART 2:
Overall I give Yamaha's RX-V363 receiver 5 out of 5 stars for the great quality put into the system, and all the fucntions that come with it!
PROS:
+ Excellent price.
+ 5.1 functions work great with my Xbox 360.
+ Very customizable, and the "4 SCENE" buttons are very handy when switching inputs.
+ The unit is not: heavy or too big, nor does it get hot.
+ Easy to use.
+ Asthetically pleasing look.
+ I'd buy another if I had a use for it!
CONS:
- I dont understand why the Audio portion of the signal is not sent through the HDMI cables from my Xbox 360 (is this normal?).
- Can't specify detailed Bass & Tone output for the rear speakers (just the front 3). The reciever does allow you to set-it so that an "equal amount of bass" is output from the rear speakers as the front, however only the front can be adjusted higher.
Check out the pictures I uploaded!
AcidSnow
Great Receiver April 24, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Great receiver! Easy to install, sounds great, and has a ton of options to maximize your listening. We have it hooked up to Polk surround sound speakers and we couldn't be happier. Plus the speakers and receiver combined cost under $400...an amazing deal!
Great entry level receiver!! April 24, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Well, this is my first Yamaha receiver and I am impressed! My 5 year old Onkyo was getting outdated, so I moved it to the bedroom and picked up this Yamaha RX-363 for $188 at BB (Reward Zone 10% coupon). I am very pleased with the sound quality & clarity! It plays ipod/MP3 thru the front jack (just get a simple $5.99 cable) OR you can go all out and buy the optional Bluetooth Yamaha ipod cradle ($99) and work the ipod thru the remote. Overall, this is a GREAT entry-level receiver that has the new HDMI pass-thru technology (still need an optical/coax audio cable) AND it plays your ipod/MP3!! 100 watts x 5 channels is perfect for a medium size room (might be too much for a small room and maybe not quite enough power for HUGE rooms).
Hook up was pretty straight forward, owners manual was clear, and the functions/settings are endless!! This receiver can do it all! Pick it up. You will be very happy!!
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