1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 1080p Upscaling, 1080p Passthrough
- DLNA
- Ethernet, Bluetooth
- USB and Phono inputs
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 1080p Upscaling, 1080p Passthrough
- Bluetooth
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 to Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Yamaha Aventage RX-A810's being more powerful.
Advantage of Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 over Yamaha Aventage RX-A800.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 has more power per channel. It supports internet radio and SiriusXM.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | vs | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 | |
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DLNA 1.5 | vs | ||
Remote Controll App | vs | ||
Ethernet | vs | ||
More HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | vs | 6 (1 front) |
USB Input | iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player | vs | |
More Optical Inputs | 2 | vs | 2 |
Web Control | vs | ||
Detachable Power Cord | vs | ||
Internet Radio | vTuner | vs | |
SiriusXM Internet Radio | vs | ||
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 100 W (0.09% THD) | vs | 95 W (0.08% THD) |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 2 Ω, Front) | 250 W | vs | 240 W |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) | 210 W | vs | 195 W |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 6 Ω, Front) | 180 W | vs | 165 W |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) | 140 W | vs | 130 W |
Advantage of Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 over Yamaha Aventage RX-A810.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 has bigger power supply. It has analog multi-channel input.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | vs | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 | |
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Multi-Channel Input | vs | 7.1 | |
Digital Radio | vs | HD Radio with iTunes Tagging | |
Bigger Power Supply | 300 W | vs | 400 W/500 VA |
Higher FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 71 dB/69 dB | vs | HD: 80 dB, Mono/Stereo: 74 dB/ 70 dB |
Lower FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5% | vs | Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.3% |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
STRENGTHS |
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DSD via HDMI |
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion |
Bluetooth |
Composite Video Inputs |
Component Video Inputs |
RCA Pre-Outs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
WEAKNESSES |
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No Front Wide Channel Support |
No Dolby Atmos |
No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
No DTS:X |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No eARC |
No HDR10 |
No HDR10+ |
No Dolby Vision |
No 4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
No 4K or 8K Video Upscaling |
No Chromecast Built-In |
Does not Work with Amazon Alexa |
No Wi-Fi |
Few 8K Inputs |
No Pandora |
No Spotify |
No Tidal |
Audio Section
Amplifier
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. |
7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. |
Speaker Configurations
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810's and Yamaha Aventage RX-A800's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Configurations: Available configurations are:
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A810: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A800: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.
- Adaptive DRC: Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 feature Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) which automatically adjusts the dynamic range of the sound according to the volume level. This ensures that you hear clear dialog and vocals, and all sound effects at comfortable levels. There is no need to adjust the volume level as you listen; everything from whispers to big explosions will be heard clearly and comfortably at the same volume setting. It also tones down loud TV commercials, and is ideal for low-volume, late-night listening, when you do not want to disturb others.
- Compressed Music Enhancer: Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
- YPAO: The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic parameters, to suit your room.
Sound Processing
Room Calibration
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 comes with YPAO (Multipoint measurement) and Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 comes with YPAO room correction system.
Video Section
HDMI
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.
- 1080/60p Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
- 1080p Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 1080p * from HDMI and analog sources.
- Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
- 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
- Analog Pre-Outs: Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 have 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, both receivers have 7 channel processing but have only 7 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
- Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There are also 2 pair of line outputs on the receivers.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 1 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 and 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 for digital audio connections.
- Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.
Video
- HDMI:
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
Inputs: 8 (1 front) Outputs: 2
8K Inputs: 0. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
Inputs: 6 (1 front) Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
8K Inputs: 0. - Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
Inputs: 5 Outputs: 2. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
Inputs: 5 Outputs: 2. - Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. Both receivers support up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1.
Front A/V Inputs
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A810: HDMI, USB, Analog Audio and Composite
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A800: HDMI, Analog Audio and Composite
Yamaha Aventage RX-A810
Yamaha Aventage RX-A800
Specifications
And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
BASICS | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Brand | Yamaha | Yamaha |
Series | Aventage | Aventage |
Model | RX-A810 | RX-A800 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | Asia | USA |
Release Year | 2011 | 2010 |
AMPLIFIER | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Bi-amp Capability |
AUDIO | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Surround:AI™ | ||
DAC | Burr-Brown | Burr-Brown |
DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | 192 kHz/24 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | PLIIx | PLIIx |
Dolby Digital EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | Neo:6 | Neo:6 |
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC | |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 96 kHz | |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | WAV, FLAC | |
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
DTS Dialog Control | ||
Dialog Level Adjustment | ||
Dialog Normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Compressed Music Enhancer | ||
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) | ||
Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Straight Decoding Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
CINEMA DSP | 3D | 3D |
DSP Programs | 17 | 17 |
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP | ||
Virtual Speakers |
CALIBRATION | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | YPAO sound optimization (Multipoint measurement) | YPAO sound optimization |
YPAO Volume | ||
PEQ for SUB | Down to 31 Hz | Down to 31 Hz |
VIDEO | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Enhanced ARC | ||
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 1080p | up to 1080p |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 1080p * | up to 1080p * |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component****, S-Video, Composite | Component****, Composite |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | (Component**, Composite) to (Component, Composite) | (Component**, Composite) to (Component, Composite) |
Component Video Maximum Resolution | 1080i | 1080i |
Video Parameter Adjustments | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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MHL Input | ||
DLNA 1.5 | ||
FireConnect | ||
FlareConnect | ||
MusicCast | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | ||
Apple Product Connection | iPod and iPhone via front USB, YDS-12 Dock (sold separately) or YID-W100 Wireless Dock (sold separately) | iPod and iPhone via YDS-12 Dock (sold separately) or YID-W100 Wireless Dock (sold separately) |
Remote App | ||
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately) | via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately) |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | 6 (1 front) |
HDMI Outputs | 2 | 2 (simultaneous) |
8K Inputs | ||
USB Input | iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player | |
USB DC Out Port | ||
RCA Line Input | 5 (1 front) | 5 (1 front) |
RCA Line Output | 2 | 2 |
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Composite Video Input | 5 (1 front) | 5 (1 front) |
Composite Video Output | 2 | 2 |
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | 2 | 2 |
Component Video Output | 1 | 1 |
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | 7.1 | |
RCA Pre-Outs | 7.2 | 7.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI, USB, Analog Audio and Composite | HDMI, Analog Audio and Composite |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Zones | 2 | 2 |
Powered Zones | Zone 2 | Zone 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | Line Out | Line Out |
Zone B Video Output | ||
Zone GUI | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 1 | 1 |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
Party Mode |
MISC | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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On-Screen Display | Advanced Graphical User Interface with Status | Graphical User Interface |
SCENE | SCENE (4 sets) | SCENE (4 sets) |
Web Browser Control | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
Remote Controller | (Preset) | (Preset) |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
dockport | 1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10 adapter) | 1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10 adapter) |
RADIO | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | FM/AM |
Presets | 40 | 40 |
Digital Radio | HD Radio with iTunes Tagging | |
Internet Radio | vTuner | |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Solid Aluminum Front | Aluminum | Aluminum |
A.R.T. Wedge | ||
Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 9 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Power Supply | AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Power Consumption | 300 W | 400 W/500 VA |
Maximum Power Consumption | 590 W | |
Standby Power | 0.1 W | 0.2W |
GENERAL | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Auto Power Standby | ||
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 171 mm x 369 mm 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 14-1/2" | 435 mm x 171 mm x 367.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 14-1/2" |
Weight | 11.1 kg (24.5 lbs) | 11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) |
Warranty | 3 years | 3 Years |
SPECS | Yamaha Aventage RX-A810 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A800 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 100 W (0.09% THD) | 95 W (0.08% THD) |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 | 110 W (0.9% THD) | 110 W (0.7% THD) |
Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 130 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA) | 160 W (10% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 160 W (0.9% THD) | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (2 | 250 W | 240 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 210 W | 195 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front) | 180 W | 165 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 140 W | 130 W |
THD | 0.06% (AV 5 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω) | 0.06% (AV 5 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω) |
THD (Phono) | 0.02% (Phono to AV OUT, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 1 V) | |
Damping Factor | 100 (Front, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ | 200 mV/47 kΩ |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 3.5 mV/47 kΩ | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line) | 2.3 V | 2.3 V |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono) | 60 mV | |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 1.0 V/1.2 kΩ | |
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance | 200 mV/1.2 kΩ (REC OUT) | 200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AUDIO OUT) |
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance | 100 mV/560 Ω (AV 5 etc., 1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω) | 100 mV/560 Ω (AV 5 etc., 1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω) |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 100 dB | 100 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 81 dB | |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | +0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz) | +0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz) |
Residual Noise (IHF-A Network) | 150 µV (Speaker Out) | 150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out) |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE) | 60 dB/45 dB | 60 dB/45 dB |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (PHONO) | 60 dB/55 dB | |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance | 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) | 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) |
Video Maximum Input | 1.5 Vp-p | 1.5 Vp-p |
Video Frequency Response | 5 Hz to 60 MHz, -3 dB (Component) | 5 Hz to 60 MHz, -3 dB (Component) |
Video S/N Ratio | 50 dB | 50 dB |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 5 V, 1 A | |
FM Frequency | 87.5/87.50 MHz - 108.0/108.00 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf) | Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf) |
FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 71 dB/69 dB | HD: 80 dB, Mono/Stereo: 74 dB/ 70 dB |
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5% | Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.3% |
AM Frequency | 530/531 MHz - 1710/1611 MHz | 530 MHz - 1710 MHz |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted