Yamaha RX-A1020

    Highlights

    • 7.2 Channels
    • 7.1 Channel Processing
    • 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    • 4K/30Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
    • Ethernet
    • Phono Input

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    Specifications

    GENERAL
    BrandYamaha
    SeriesAventage
    ModelRX-A1020
    TypeA/V Receiver
    CountryUSA
    Release Year2012
    PredecessorYamaha RX-A1010
    SuccessorYamaha RX-A1030
    AMPLIFIER
    Channels7.2
    Power Output110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    Front Wide Channel Support
    THX™ Certification
    Continuous 6 Ω Rated
    Certified 4 Ω Performance
    Bi-amp Capability
    AUDIO FEATURES
    Surround:AI™
    DACBurr-Brown
    DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
    Maximum Channel Processing7.1
    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
    Dolby Digital EX
    DTS:X
    DTS Neural:X
    DTS Virtual:X
    DTS Neo Neo:6
    DTS-HD Master Audio
    DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
    DTS 96/24
    DTS Express
    DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
    IMAX Enhanced
    Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
    PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
    High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 96 kHz
    High Resolution Audio Formats via USBWAV, FLAC
    Gapless Playback
    DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    DSD to PCM Converter
    USB DAC
    DTS Dialogue Control
    Dialog Level Adjustment
    Dialog normalization
    Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required
    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 with video on mode
    CINEMA DSP 3D
    DSP Programs17
    SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
    Virtual Speakers
    CALIBRATION
    Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Multipoint measurement)
    YPAO Volume
    PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
    VIDEO FEATURES
    HDR10
    HDR10+
    Dynamic HDR
    BT.2020 color space
    Dolby Vision
    HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
    HDBaseT Compatible
    Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
    HDCP Version2.2
    QMS (Quick Media Switching)
    ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
    VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
    QFT (Quick Frame transport)
    3-D Ready
    Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K
    Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K
    Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, S-Video, Composite
    Component Video Upscaling
    Analog to Analog Video conversion
    Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
    Video Parameter Adjustments
    isf Certified Calibration Control
    CONNECTIVITY
    Wi-Fi via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
    Bluetooth
    Works with Amazon Alexa
    Chromecast Built-In
    Works with SonoS
    DTS Play-Fi
    MHL Input
    DLNA 1.5
    MusicCast
    AirPlay AirPlay
    Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
    Remote App (iPhone / iPad, Android™ phone / tablet, Kindle Fire™ )
    InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
    TERMINALS
    HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)
    HDMI Outputs2
    8K Inputs
    USB InputiPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
    USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
    Optical Inputs4 (1 front)
    Optical Outputs1
    Coaxial Inputs3
    RCA Line Inputs9 (1 front)
    RCA Line Outputs1
    XLR Line Inputs
    Phono Input
    Multi-Channel Input 7.1
    RCA Pre-Outs7.2
    XLR Pre-outs
    Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)
    Composite Video Outputs2
    S-Video Inputs4
    S-Video Outputs2
    Component Video Inputs4
    Component Video Outputs1
    Ethernet
    Ethernet Switch
    PC In
    Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite
    Speaker A/B
    Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
    Detachable Power Cord
    dockport
    ZONES
    Number of Zones2
    Powered ZonesZone 2
    Zone 2 OutsComponent, Composite, Line Out
    Zone B Video Output HDMI
    Zone GUI
    RS-232C Interface
    +12V Trigger Output (2)
    Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
    Party Mode
    MISCELLANEOUS
    On-Screen DisplayGraphical user interface
    SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
    Web Control
    PreAmp Mode
    Remote Controller[] (Preset)
    RADIO
    Analog Tuner FM/AM
    Presets40
    Digital Radio HD Radio
    Internet Radio
    Pandora
    Spotify
    Tidal
    Deezer
    SiriusXM
    CONSTRUCTION
    Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
    A.R.T. Wedge
    Speaker Terminals9
    Large Speaker Terminals9
    Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
    Gold plated RCA terminals
    POWER
    Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
    Power Consumption490 W/620 VA
    Standby Power0.3 W
    ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
    Auto Power Standby
    PHYSICAL
    Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 182 mm x 432 mm
    17-1/8" x 7-1/8" x 17"
    Weight15.1 kg (33.3 lbs)
    SPECIFICATIONS
    Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)110 W (0.06% THD)
    Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)120 W (0.9% THD)
    Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)135 W (0.9% THD)
    Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)165 W (10% THD)
    Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)170 W (0.9% THD)
    Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)280 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)210 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)165 W
    Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)135 W
    THD0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
    THD (Phono)0.02% (Phono to AV OUT)
    Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
    Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
    Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
    Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
    Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
    Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ
    Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
    Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance150 mV/100 Ω
    S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB
    S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)86 dB
    Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
    Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)
    Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB
    Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)60 dB/55 dB
    DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
    Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y and S-Video Y)
    0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
    1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
    0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
    Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
    Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 100 MHz, ±3 dB (Component)
    Video S/N Ratio60 dB
    Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
    USB TerminalUSB2.0 5 V, 2.1 A
    FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
    FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
    FM S/N RatioHD: 80 dB, Mono/Stereo: 72 dB/ 70 dB
    FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)HD: 0.03%, Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
    AM Frequency530 MHz - 1710 MHz
    Warranty3 Years

    * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
    ** - 480i/576i only
    *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
    **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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