Yamaha RX-V1600 7.1 Channel Digital Home Theater Receiver

The Yamaha RX-V1600, released in 2006, is a high-performance 7.1-channel AV receiver that holds THX Select2 certification. It represents a significant step up from the entry-level RX-V373 and RX-V571 models you’ve explored, offering much higher power output and more advanced video processing.

What's In the Box:

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1. Audio Performance & Power

• Channels: 7.1-channel surround sound.

• Power Output: 120 Watts per channel ($8\Omega$, $20$ Hz – $20$ kHz, $0.04\%$ THD).

• THX Select2 Certified: Meets the strict audio performance standards set by Lucasfilm for home cinema environments.

• Burr-Brown DACs: Equipped with 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels to ensure high-fidelity digital-to-analog conversion.

• Bi-Amp Capability: The back surround channels can be re-assigned to bi-amp your front left and right speakers for better stereo performance.

• Pure Direct: Bypasses all processing for the cleanest possible signal path when listening to music.

2. Video & Connectivity

• HDMI Switching: Features 2 HDMI inputs and 1 output. Note that this uses HDMI version 1.1, so while it supports multi-channel digital audio, it does not support 4K or 3D pass-through like your RX-V373.

• Video Upscaling: Capable of upconverting analog video signals (Composite, S-Video, Component) to HDMI at 480p/720p/1080i.

• Phono Input: Includes a dedicated input for a turntable, a feature often missing from the newer entry-level RX-V models.

• I/O Overview:

• Digital Audio: 5 Optical and 3 Coaxial inputs.

• 7.1-Channel Pre-outs: Allows you to connect external power amplifiers if you need even more power.

• RS-232C Port: For professional integration and home automation.

3. Operational Features

• YPAO Sound Optimization: Automatically sets speaker levels, sizes, and distances using the included setup microphone.

• Multi-Zone Audio: Supports Zone 2 and Zone 3 audio, allowing you to play different sources in three separate rooms simultaneously.

• Remote Control: Typically came with the RAV356 learning remote and a secondary, smaller remote for Zone 2/3 operation.

Technical Specifications