Specifications

Amplifier Section

• Channel- 5.1
• Rated Output Power (1kHz, 1ch driven) - 100W (6ohms, 0.9% THD)
• Dynamic Power per Channel (8/6/4/2 ohms) - (-/105/130/150W)

Surround Sound Processing

• CINEMA DSP - Yes
• DSP Programs - 17
• Compressed Music Enhancer - Yes
• SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP - Yes
• Dolby TrueHD - Yes
• Dolby Digital Plus - Yes
• DTS-HD Master Audio - Yes

Audio Features
  

• YPAO sound optimization - Yes
• Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) - Yes
• Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting - Yes
• Audio Delay - Yes (0-240 ms)
• 192kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels - Yes (Burr-Brown )

Video Features

• HDMI 3D passthrough - Yes
• HDMI Audio Return Channel - Yes
• Deep Colour/x.v.Colour/24Hz Refresh Rate /Auto Lip-Sync - Yes

Extensive Connection
      

• HDMI Input/Output - 4 / 1 
• HDMI CEC - Yes 
• Dock Port - 1 (YDS-12) 
• Front AV Input - Mini Jack/Analog Audio/Composite
• Digital Audio Input/Output: Optical - 2 / 0
• Digital Audio Input/Output: Coaxial - 2 / 0
• Analog Audio Input/Output - 4 (front 1) / 2
• Component Video Input/Output - 2 / 1
• Composite Video Input/Output - 4 (front 1) / 1
• Preout - SW
• Headphone Output - 1  

Tuner Section

•      FM/AM Tuner - Yes    

User Interface

• SCENE - SCENE (4 sets)
•  Remote Control Unit - Yes

General

• Standby Power Consumption (IR only) - ≤0.5W
• Auto Power Down - Yes
• Dimensions (W x H x D) - 435 x 151 x 315mm
• Weight - 7.5 kg    

Audio Technical Specifications

• Total Harmonic Distortion - 0.06%
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio - 98 dB (Stereo, 250 mV)     

Overview

The YHT-296 includes compact black gloss speakers with a feature-packed AV Receiver to deliver dynamic sound and video performance. YPAO automatic calibration and Yamaha’s SCENE function ensure simple operation while the HDMI inputs offer connectivity with the latest HD audio and video sources. The preset remote control simplifies useability by controlling TV’s and other devices, while the HDMI inputs allow connectivity to a Blu-ray player or game console. The YHT-296 is a great value and simple to use entry into home theatre.

Features:

• 5-channel 500W = 100W x 5 (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9 % THD)
• HD Audio decoding with CINEMA DSP (17 DSP programmes)
• 1080p-compatible HDMI (4 in/1 out)
• HDMI with 3D and Audio Return Channel
• SCENE buttons with direct power on
• YPAO sound optimisation for automatic speaker setup
• iPod/iPhone compatibility with optional YDS-12 Universal Dock
• Audio input assign capability for HDMI and component video input
• Stylish, curvy speaker design looks fresh in any interior
• Auto power down function with variable time setting

Dock Port (iPhone/Bluetooth)

The YHT-296 features iPod/iPhone connectivity via Yamaha’s optional dock. This will not only play music, movies and photos through the receiver, but will provide control of an iPod via the YHT-296 remote, all while charging the iPod. There is also the ability to stream music wirelessly to the receiver using Yamaha’s optional YBA-10 Bluetooth dock.
 

HDMI with 3D and Audio Return Channel

HDMI connectivity on this model not only includes 3D support but also Audio Return Channel. This means that you don't have to connect an optical cable from the TV to the YHT-296 receiver to get sound through your system rather than the television speakers. The audio is sent from the TV’s HDMI input to the output of the receiver, so all that is needed is one HDMI cable from the receiver to the TV.

HD Audio Decoding
 

With built-in decoders for the latest HD Audio Formats including Dolby True-HD and DTS Master Audio, Yamaha’s YHT-296 has the ability to deliver HD Audio to your speakers, identical to the movie studios master recording.