
For the HD Audio Era
Yamaha’s main goal for the DSP-Z11 was to
achieve the highest possible sound quality
through loseless reproduction via HDMI signal
transmission. We began with no preconceived
notions, designing everything purely for the
purpose of creating a new receiver standard for
the HD audio era. We focused especially on the
fact that not only analogue and digital signal
transmission by coaxial or optical routes, but also
transmission by the HDMI route will be a priority
in the future.
Achieving our goal for the DSP-Z11 involved
a huge number of design considerations, but five
of the most important ones are as follows. We
used the Pure Ground DAC concept to realise
the best possible sound reproduction from HDMI
transmitted signals. We employed two-stage jitter
reduction, consisting of a low-jitter PLL circuit
and VCXO processing that includes HDMI signal
input for stable clock operation. An 11-channel
current feedback circuit contributed to open and
appealing sound quality. We opened a new era
of sound field creation through the use of 7.2-
channel plus 4-channel presence speaker setting
and CINEMA DSP HD
3
. And we developed a
New Pure Direct that controls the power supply
and route according to the multi-channel and HD
audio reproduction.
The result is a truly impressive reference
receiver for realising all the possibilities of the HD
audio era.
Unprecedented Audio Performance
11.2-Channel High Density Surround Sound
(7-Channel 240W/ch + 4-Channel 90W/ch, Max)
The DSP-Z11 delivers 240W x 7 channels plus
90W to the four presence and rear presence
channels. It also allows the simultaneous use of
two subwoofers (hence 11.2 channels). In
addition to Yamaha’s latest CINEMA DSP HD
3
technology for high density, incredibly detailed
surround sound, it provides extensive zone
customisation functions, enabling the 11 amp
channels to be allocated to zones 2, 3 and 4 in
various configurations.
Digital ToP-ART and High Current
Amplification
Yamaha’s
Digital ToP-
ART design
concept
ensures that
the receiver is
fully capable
of handling
the
transmission
of high
volume digital
sound data at
speeds up to
192kHz. The
interior layout
thoroughly
isolates the
digital,
analogue and
video sections
and provides
the shortest possible signal
routes. To achieve the quality
demanded by the latest lossless
compression formats received
via HDMI bitstream transmission, circuit board
designs were radically revised and parts
selection was reevaluated. The DSP-Z11’s
superior parts include Burr-Brown DSD1796
DACs, an op amp, custom-made 27,000µF
block capacitors and Schottky barrier diodes. A
Variable Volume Control helps provide the best
possible S/N ratio. High Current Amplification
circuitry achieves high current power with low
impedance for superior amplifier performance.
Super Stable Chassis Design
The internal chassis design uses an ultra-rigid
Rahmen structure, which is a series of H-shaped
frames. This rectangular structure secures and
isolates the parts sections, while reducing
vibration to a negligible amount. The external
chassis walls are thick (1.6mm) and heavy.
High Sound Quality: Preamplifier Stage
New Pure Direct Concept
For the DSP-Z11, Yamaha has upgraded its
popular Pure Direct feature. It now provides
higher sound quality from lossless audio formats
digitally transmitted via HDMI, while still
ensuring optimum quality from CD and analogue
audio sources. It allows the enjoyment of two-
channel CD output, multi-channel Super Audio
CD and DVD-Audio output, and even Blu-ray,
HD-DVD and other HD sources.
Pure Ground DAC Concept
The DACs, vital determinants of digital audio
quality, are placed on the analogue circuit
board, preventing the large ground potential
differences that can
occur when the digital
and analogue sections
are far apart.
Furthermore, the DACs
are connected directly
to the power supply to
avoid degradation of
low level signals. This
helps to maximise both two-channel and multi-
channel audio performance.
High Quality Preamplifier Block Design
The printed circuit boards are located very close
to each other. This has
the advantages of
minimising signal
paths, shortening
signal loops and
improving noise
isolation from other
circuits.
Low-Jitter PLL and Digital Clock Circuits
The preamplifier stage incorporates both a low-
jitter PLL circuit and a VCXO digital clock circuit,
significantly reducing jitter from digital inputs so
sound processing can be accomplished without
being affected by jitter. This is particularly
effective in improving the sound quality of digital
signals that are input via HDMI.
High Sound Quality: Power Amplifier Stage
All Channel Current Feedback Circuit
The power amplifier uses current rather than
voltage for feedback in all channels. Because
there is virtually no phase shift, phase
compensation can be kept to a minimum. This
contributes to the DSP-Z11’s excellent transient
response,
allows
frequency
response to
remain
unchanged
even when the
gain changes,
and creates a
warmer,
texture-rich
sound.
Hybrid Low Noise
Power Supply
A highly efficient DC-
DC converter and
extra-large transformer
is used for the digital
circuit, which requires
high current input, and
a low noise power
supply circuit for the
analog audio circuit. An
independent current
power path is provided
for the speaker relays
and display.
Symmetrical Layout and
New Power Circuit Layout
The heavy power transformer is in the centre
with the heat sinks on either side to ensure
equal weight
distribution. The power
circuit layout separates
the video and digital
audio section from the
analogue audio section
to eliminate adverse
influences, and
distances between
circuits and power
supplies were shortened to avoid high current
loop problems.
Thick Aluminium Panels and Large, Heavy Feet
Thick aluminium panels
are used throughout to
prevent vibration and
maintain high
performance audio
reproduction. The
large, heavy feet also
serve to dampen
external vibrations.
NEW PRODUCT BULLETIN
1 Custom-made 27,000µF block capacitors
2 Extra-large 10kg power transformer
3 High efficiency heat sink
4 Large-size speaker terminals
5 Volume IC JRC NJM1194 (left), Burr
Brown audio DAC (DSD1796, centre) and
Op amp LM4562 (right)
6 Schottky barrier diodes
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Buffer
Amplifier
Current
Adder
Power Amplifier
Stage
Output
I/V Converter
Trans-Impedance
Amplifier
Current Feedback
Circuit
Input
DIR
(Low-Jitter PLL Circuit)
Output
VCXO Digital
Clock Circuit
PC LPF VCO PC LPF VCXO
DSP-Z11 11.2-Channel Digital Home Theatre Amplifier
H-shape frames to hold heavy
and big power transformer
High efficiency heat sinks
1.6mm super stable
chassis
Rahmen structure
(series of rectangle frames)
DSP-Z11 11.2-Channel Speaker Configuration
Low-Jitter PLL and VCXO Digital Clock Circuits
Preamplifier Circuit Board
Main L/R
Presence L/R
Subwoofer R
Subwoofer L
Surround L/R
Surround
Back L/R
Rear Presence L/R
Centre
Digital power circuit board (top)
and analog power board (bottom)
Ultra rigid feet and large twin-
fan (92mm) cooling system
Ch1
Stop:Tek 1.00GS/s
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VCXO Circuit
1.00 V M 2.50ms 1.64VCh1
20.0X Horz2.0X VertCh1 Zoom:
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Ch1
Stop:Tek 1.00GS/s
1
Conventional Circuit
1.00 V M 2.50ms 1.64VCh1
20.0X Horz2.0X VertCh1 Zoom:
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Conventional circuit
shows a wide range
of jitter while the
DSP-Z11 preampli-
fier exhibits virtual-
ly no jitter.
Current
Feedback
Frequency
Response/
Principle
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