Yamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver
Description
Immersive 7.2-Channel Home Theater
The Yamaha RX500A delivers immersive home theater performance with 7.2-channel amplification, Dolby Atmos and DTS. Flexible speaker configurations include traditional 7.2-channel surround or 5.2.2-channel Dolby Atmos with compatible in-ceiling or up-firing height speakers.
8K Video & Next-Generation Gaming
Four HDMI inputs and one HDMI output support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz, along with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, eARC, VRR, ALLM and QMS. This makes the RX500A ready for compatible TVs, gaming consoles and modern entertainment sources.
Wi-Fi Streaming & Bluetooth
Built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, AirPlay 2, Google Cast and Bluetooth 5.3 Multipoint provide flexible wireless and network listening. Stream through compatible services including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect and Qobuz Connect, as well as internet radio and podcasts.
Room-Optimized Yamaha Sound
The included setup microphone measures your room and speaker characteristics to automatically optimize sound performance. Yamaha’s A.R.T. Wedge helps suppress unwanted chassis vibration, while Pure Direct and multiple sound modes let you tailor playback for movies, music and late-night listening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Yamaha RX500A support Dolby Atmos and DTS?
Can the RX500A power a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos system?
Does the RX500A support 8K and 4K/120Hz?
Does the RX500A have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?
Does the RX500A support music streaming?
Specifications
| AMPLIFICATION | |
| Channels | 7.2 |
| Decodable Channels | 7.1 |
| Amp Channels | 7 |
| Output Power | 70 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2-ch driven) / 145 W (6 ohms, 1kHz, 10% THD, 1ch driven) |
| Bi-amp Capable | Yes |
| AUDIO | |
| Surround Sound Decoding Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-Express, DTS, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS:X |
| Surround Sound Post Decoding Formats | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Network Decoding Formats | MP3, MPEG4-AAC, WMA, WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF |
| USB Decoding Formats | MP3, MPEG4-AAC, WMA, WAV |
| HDMI Decoding Formats | PCM (8ch max) |
| Sound Modes | Pure Direct, Straight, Movie, All Channel Stereo, 2 Channel Stereo, Music, Night |
| Zone B | Yes |
| Room Calibration | Room Correction |
| Other Features | Dialogue Level, Subwoofer Trim, Extra Bass, Lip Sync |
| HDMI | |
| HDMI | 4 Inputs / 1 Output |
| HDMI Features | HDMI 2.1, 8K 60Hz/4K 120Hz, eARC, ARC, VRR / ALLM / QMS, HDCP 2.3, CEC, Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, x.v. Color, HD audio playback |
| High Dynamic Range Support | HDR (High Dynamic Range), HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma |
| CONNECTIVITY | |
| Speaker Output | 7 (binding post terminals) |
| Subwoofer Pre-outs | 2 |
| HDMI | 4 Inputs / 1 Output |
| Analog RCA Input | 2 |
| Optical Input | 1 |
| Coaxial Input | 1 |
| USB | 1 (Audio File Playback from a Mass Storage Device, Firmware Updates) |
| FM/AM Tuner | Yes / No |
| Bluetooth | Yes (Ver. 5.3, Multipoint) |
| Streaming | Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Net Radio, Podcasts |
| Wi-Fi / Ethernet Port | Yes / Yes |
| EXTENSIVE CONNECTIONS | |
| Headphone Output | 1 |
| GENERAL | |
| Power Consumption | 260 W |
| Standby Power Consumption | ≤0.3 W |
| Auto Power Standby | Yes |
| Dimensions (Unit) | 434 W x 157 H x 319 D mm; 17-1/8" W x 6-1/8" H x 12-1/2" D |
| Dimensions (Package) | 525 W x 230 H x 400 D mm; 20-5/8" W x 9-1/8" H x 15-3/4" D |
| Weight (Unit) | 8.0 kg; 17.6 lbs. |
| Weight (Package) | 9.4 kg; 20.7 lbs. |
| App | Audio Connect |
| WHAT'S IN THE BOX | |
| In the Box |
Yamaha RX500A AV Receiver Remote Control Batteries Setup Microphone Microphone Stand FM Antenna Quick Guide |
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