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Caution: Read this before operating your unit. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Allow ventilation space of at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the left and right, and 20 cm on the back of this unit.
Contents Notice ....................................................................... 2 Features ................................................................... 3 Supplied accessories .................................................. 4 Getting started ........................................................ 5 Quick start guide .................................................... 6 Connections ...........................................................
NOTICE Notice About this manual • y indicates a tip for your operation. • Some operations can be performed by using either the buttons on the front panel or the ones on the remote control. In case the button names differ between the front panel and the remote control, the button name on the remote control is given in parentheses. • This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part as a result of improvements, etc.
FEATURES Features iPod™ controlling capability ◆ Minimum RMS output power (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.
Features Supplied accessories Check that you received all of the following accessories.
GETTING STARTED Getting started Notes 1 Press the part and slide the battery compartment cover off. 2 Insert the four supplied batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) according to the polarity markings (+ and –) on the inside of the battery compartment. • Change all of the batteries if you notice the following conditions: – the operation range of the remote control decreases. – the transmit indicator (O) does not flash or its light becomes dim. • Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
QUICK START GUIDE Quick start guide The following steps describe the easiest way to enjoy DVD movie playback in your home theater. Video monitor Front right speaker Front left speaker Preparation: Check the items Subwoofer Surround right speaker In these steps, you need the following supplied accessories. ❏ AM loop antenna ❏ Indoor FM antenna ❏ Power cable Center speaker Surround back right speaker DVD player Surround back left speaker Surround left speaker Step 1: Set up your speakers ☞ P.
Quick start guide Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. Step 1: Set up your speakers Front speakers and center speaker Loosen HDMI VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT BD/HD DVD A BD/HD DVD B DVD C DTV/CBL Y DVD DTV/CBL IN Insert INTRODUCTION Place your speakers in the room and connect them to this unit. Tighten ANTENNA DVR OUT IN VCR OUT MONITOR OUT Y FM 75Ω UNBAL.
Quick start guide Step 2: Connect your DVD player and other components DVD VIDEO 2 Connect the video cable to the composite video output jack of your DVD player and the DVD VIDEO jack of this unit. VIDEO MONITOR OUT AV receiver DVD player HDMI VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT BD/HD DVD A BD/HD DVD B DVD C DTV/CBL Y Y PB PB DVD DTV/CBL IN ANTENNA DVR OUT IN VCR OUT MONITOR OUT FM 75Ω UNBAL.
Quick start guide 4 Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and indoor FM antenna to this unit. Connect the supplied power cable to this unit and then plug the power cable and other components into the AC wall outlet. y • This unit is equipped with AC OUTLET(S) that provide(s) power to other components (except Korea model). See page 32 for details.
Quick start guide Step 3: Turn on the power and start playback Check the type of the connected speakers. If the speakers are 6-ohm speakers, set “SPEAKER IMP.” to “6Ω MIN” before using this unit (see page 33). You can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers (see page 113). 1 Turn on the video monitor connected to this unit. 2 Press A MASTER ON/OFF inward to the ON position on the front panel. 4 Start playback of the desired DVD on your player. 5 Rotate Q VOLUME to adjust the volume.
Quick start guide What do you want to do with this unit? • Basic operations of this unit ☞ P. 42 • Enjoying FM/AM radio programs ☞ P. 54 • Enjoying Radio Data System programs ☞ P. 58 • Using your iPod with this unit ☞ P. 61 Using various sound features • Using various sound field programs ☞ P. 46 • Using the Pure Direct mode for high fidelity sound ☞ P. 52 • Adjusting the tonal quality of the speakers ☞ P. 52 • Customizing the sound field programs ☞ P.
Connections Rear panel 1 2 HDMI 3 4 VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT BD/HD DVD A BD/HD DVD B DVD C DTV/CBL Y Y PB PB PR PR 5 DVD DTV/CBL IN 6 7 ANTENNA DVR OUT IN VCR OUT MONITOR OUT FM 75Ω UNBAL.
Connections Placing speakers The speaker layout below shows the speaker setting we recommend. You can use it to enjoy the CINEMA DSP and multi-channel audio sources. ■ 7.1-channel speaker layout 7.1-channel speaker layout is highly recommended to play back the sound of high definition digital audio formats (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, etc.) as well as the conventional audio sources with sound field programs. See page 16 for connection information.
Connections ■ 6.1-channel speaker layout ■ 5.1-channel speaker layout See page 17 for connection information. See page 17 for connection information. y y We recommend that you also add the presence speakers for the effect sounds of the CINEMA DSP sound field program. See page 15 for details. We recommend that you also add the presence speakers for the effect sounds of the CINEMA DSP sound field program. See page 15 for details. FR FR SW FL SR SB C SW FL SR C SL SL 1.8 m (6 ft) 1.
Connections ■ Presence left and right speakers (PL and PR) The presence speakers supplement the sound from the front speakers with extra ambient effects produced by the sound field programs (see page 46). We recommend that you use the presence speakers especially for the CINEMA DSP sound field programs. To use the presence speakers, connect the speakers to SP1 speaker terminals and then set “PRESENCE SP” to “YES” (see page 78). 0.5 to 1 m (1 to 3 ft) 0.5 to 1 m (1 to 3 ft) PL FL FR PREPARATION 1.
Connections Connecting speakers Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are faulty, this unit cannot reproduce the input sources accurately. Caution • Before connecting the speakers, make sure that this unit is turned off (see page 33). • Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or do not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/or speakers. • Use magnetically shielded speakers.
Connections ■ For the 6.1-channel speaker setting Surround back speaker Subwoofer Presence speakers (see pages 15 and 16) SPEAKERS SP1 R PRESENCE/ZONE 2/ZONE 3 R SURROUND BACK/ BI-AMP + + L + L SINGLE CENTER + + SP2 L SURROUND + ZONE 2/ZONE 3 L R PRE OUT + R + L FRONT + Zone 2 or Zone 3 speakers (see page 108) PREPARATION R + SUB WOOFER Center speaker Left Right Surround speakers Left Right Front speakers ■ For the 5.
Connections ■ Connecting the speaker cable 5 1 Remove approximately 10 mm (0.4 in) of insulation from the end of each speaker cable and then twist the exposed wires of the cable together to prevent short circuits. Hook the speaker terminal wrench onto WRENCH HOLDER on the rear panel of this unit when not in use. 10 mm (0.4 in) 2 Loosen the knob using the supplied speaker terminal wrench.
Connections ■ Connecting the banana plug (Except U.K., Europe, Asia and Korea models) 1 Tighten the knob using the supplied speaker terminal wrench. Speaker terminal wrench ■ Using bi-amplification connections Caution Remove the shorting bars or bridges of your speakers to separate the LPF (low pass filter) and HPF (high pass filter) crossovers. Red: positive (+) Black: negative (–) 2 This unit Insert the banana plug connector into the end of the corresponding terminal.
Connections Information on jacks and cable plugs Video jacks and cable plugs Audio jacks and cable plugs DIGITAL DIGITAL L R COAXIAL OPTICAL (White) (Red) (Orange) L R AUDIO Left and right analog audio cable plugs C Coaxial digital audio cable plug VIDEO S VIDEO (Yellow) O V S Optical digital audio cable plug Composite video cable plug S-video cable plug COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR (Green) (Blue) (Red) Y PB PR Component video cable plugs ■ Audio jacks ■ Video jacks This unit
Connections Information on HDMI™ This unit has four HDMI input jacks and one HDMI output jack for digital audio and video signal input/output. Connect the HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3, or HDMI IN 4 jack of this unit to the HDMI output jack of other HDMI components (such as a DVD player). Connect the HDMI OUT jack of this unit to the HDMI input jack of other HDMI components (such as a TV and a projector).
Connections ■ HDMI signal compatibility with this unit Audio signals Audio signal types Audio signal formats Compatible media 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32-192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, etc. Multi-ch Linear PCM 8ch, 32-192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit DVD-Audio, etc. DSD 2/5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz,1 bit SACD, etc. Bitstream Dolby Digital, DTS DVD-Video, etc.
Connections Audio and video signal flow ■ Audio signal flow Input ■ Video signal flow Input Output Output HDMI HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO (COAXIAL) PREPARATION COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO Digital output Through Analog output Video conversion ON (see page 89) Notes • 2-channel as well as multi-channel PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS signals input at one of the HDMI input jacks can be output at the HDMI OUT jack only when “SUPPORT AUDIO” is set to “OTHER” (see page 85).
Connections Connecting a TV monitor or projector Connect your TV (or projector) to the HDMI OUT jack, the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack or the VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack of this unit. Notes Make sure that this unit and other components are unplugged from the AC wall outlets. y You can select to play back HDMI audio signals on this unit or on another HDMI component connected to the HDMI OUT jack on the rear panel of this unit.
Connections Connecting other components Make sure that this unit and other components are unplugged from the AC wall outlets. Notes PREPARATION • When “VIDEO CONV.” is set to “OFF” (see page 89), be sure to make the same type of video connections as those made for your TV (see page 24). For example, if you connected your TV to the VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack of this unit, connect your other components to the VIDEO jacks. • When “VIDEO CONV.
Connections ■ Connecting a DVD player DVD player HDMI out Optical out Coaxial out Audio out Component out S-video out C HDMI Y PB PR Video out L V S R O VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO DVD B DVD Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR L R IN2 DVD DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL COAXIAL 2 DVD 6 DVD indicates recommended connections indicates alternative connections 26 En
Connections ■ Connecting a DVD recorder, PVR or VCR Note * When you connect another VCR to this unit, connect it to the VCR terminals (S VIDEO IN, VIDEO IN, AUDIO IN, S VIDEO OUT, VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT jacks) same as DVR terminals except the DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) jack.
Connections ■ Connecting audio components Notes • Connect your turntable to the GND terminal of this unit to reduce noise in the signal. However, you may hear less noise without the connection to the GND terminal for some turntables. • The PHONO jacks are only compatible with a turntable with an MM or a high-output MC cartridge. To connect a turntable with a lowoutput MC cartridge to the PHONO jacks, use an in-line boosting transformer or an MC-head amplifier.
Connections ■ Connecting an external amplifier This unit has more than enough power for any home use. However, if you want to add more power to the speaker output or if you want to use another amplifier, connect an external amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks. Notes • • • • • When you make connections to the PRE OUT jacks, do not make any connections to the SPEAKERS terminals. Each PRE OUT jack outputs the same channel signals as the corresponding SPEAKERS terminals.
Connections ■ Connecting a multi-format player or an external decoder This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (left and right FRONT, CENTER, left and right SURROUND and SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from a multi-format player, external decoder, sound processor or pre-amplifier. If you set “INPUT CH” to “8CH” in “MULTI CH” (see page 87), you can use the input jacks assigned as “FRONT” in “MULTI CH” together with the MULTI CH INPUT jacks to input 8-channel signals.
Connections ■ Connecting a Yamaha iPod universal dock This unit is equipped with the DOCK terminal on the rear panel that allows you to connect a Yamaha iPod universal dock (such as the YDS-10, sold separately), where you can station your iPod and control playback of your iPod using the supplied remote control. Connect a Yamaha iPod universal dock (such as the YDS-10, sold separately) to the DOCK terminal on the rear panel of this unit using its dedicated cable.
Connections Connecting the FM and AM antennas Both FM and AM indoor antennas are supplied with this unit. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connecting the power cable ■ Connecting the AC power cable Plug the supplied AC power cable into the AC inlet after all other connections are complete, then plug the AC power cable into an AC wall outlet.
Connections Setting the speaker impedance Caution If you are to use 6-ohm speakers, set “SPEAKER IMP.” to “6Ω MIN” as follows BEFORE using this unit. You can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers. Turning this unit on and off ■ Turning on this unit Press A MASTER ON/OFF on the front panel inward to the ON position to turn on this unit. When you turn on this unit by pressing A MASTER ON/ OFF, the main zone is turned on. y Make sure this unit is turned off.
Connections Front panel display 1 3 2 V-AUX DOCK 4 VCR DVR DTV/CBL DVD BD/HD DVD MD/TAPE 5 CD-R CD PHONO TUNED STEREO AUTO MEMORY PS ZONE2 PTY 96/24 L C R ZONE3 RT CT LFE SL SB SR SLEEP EON VOLUME MUTE 96 q DIGITAL PLUS 24 q PL x q EX MASTER AUDIO q TRUE HD See page 35 for details.
Connections 9 Tuner indicators Lights up when this unit is in the FM or AM tuning mode. TUNED indicator Lights up when this unit is tuned into a station (see page 54). STEREO indicator Lights up when this unit is receiving a strong signal for an FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicator is lit (see page 54). CINEMA DSP indicator Lights up when you select a CINEMA DSP sound field program (see page 46). HiFi DSP indicator Lights up when you select a HiFi DSP sound field program (see page 46).
Connections Using the remote control Notes The remote control transmits a directional infrared ray. Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on this unit during operation. Remote control sensor Approximately 6 m (20 ft) 30 30 • Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote control. • Do not drop the remote control.
Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room This unit employs the YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) technology which lets you avoid troublesome listening-based speaker setup and achieves highly accurate sound adjustments automatically. The supplied optimizer microphone collects and this unit analyzes the sound your speakers produce in your actual listening environment. The following menu screen appears on the video Using AUTO SETUP monitor.
Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room The results displayed under “RESULT” are as follows. 4 Press 3 ENTER to start the setup procedure. This unit starts the automatic setup procedure. Loud test tones are output from each speaker during the automatic setup procedure. Once all items are set, the result display appears in the OSD.
Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room 6 Press 3 l / h repeatedly to toggle between the setup result displays. 8 Press 3 l / h to select “SET” or “CANCEL”. AUTO SETUP Results of the speaker connection and wiring RESULT SP : 5/4/0.1 DIST: 3.60/4.30m LVL : -10.0/+5.0dB . >SET CANCEL Results of the speaker distance from the listening position p [ [ ]/[ ]: UP/DOWN [ENTER]: Enter Result of the speaker detection and size 9 Press 3 ENTER to confirm your selection.
Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room ■ Customizing the measurements Parametric equalizer type EQ Parametric equalizer adjusts the level of the specified frequency bands. This unit automatically selects the crucial frequency bands for the listening room and adjusts the level of the selected frequency bands to create a cohesive sound field in the room. You can select the type of the parametric equalizer adjustment from the following choices.
Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room ■ If an error screen appears 1 Press 3 l / h to select “RETRY” or “EXIT” and then press 3 ENTER. The following display is an example where “E-9:USER CANCEL” appears in the OSD. Make sure the pointer is pointing at “WARNING” and then press 3 ENTER to display the detailed information about the warning. The number on the right of “WARNING” indicates the number of warning messages.
Playback Caution Extreme caution should be exercised when you play back CDs encoded in DTS. If you play back a CD encoded in DTS on a DTS-incompatible CD player, you will only hear some unwanted noise that may damage your speakers. Check whether your CD player supports CDs encoded in DTS. Also, check the sound output level of your CD player before you play back a CD encoded in DTS. 3 Start playback on the selected source component or select a broadcast station.
Playback Selecting audio input jacks (AUDIO SELECT) Selecting the MULTI CH INPUT component This unit comes with a variety of input jacks. Use this feature (audio input jack select) to switch the input jack assigned to an input source when more than one jacks are assigned to an input source. y • We recommend that you set the audio input jack select setting to “AUTO” in most cases.
Playback Muting the audio output ■ Audio information FORMAT Signal format. When this unit cannot detect a digital signal, it automatically switches to analog input. SAMPLING The number of samples per second taken from a continuous signal to make a discrete signal. y CHANNEL • You can also rotate Q VOLUME on the front panel or press B VOLUME +/– on the remote control to resume the audio output. • You can adjust the muting level by using the “MUTING TYPE” parameter in “VOLUME MENU” (see page 81).
Playback Playing video sources in the background of an audio source 3 You can combine a video image from a video source with sound from an audio source. For example, you can enjoy listening to classical music while viewing beautiful scenery from the video source on the video monitor. Press L SLEEP (or 0 SLEEP) repeatedly to set the amount of time. Each time you press L SLEEP (or 0 SLEEP), the front panel display changes as shown below. SLEEP 120min.
Sound field programs This unit is equipped with a variety of precise digital decoders that allow you to enjoy multi-channel playback from almost any stereo or multi-channel sound source. This unit is also equipped with a Yamaha digital sound field processing (DSP) chip containing several sound field programs which you can use to enhance your playback experience.
Sound field programs ■ For audio music sources y For audio music sources, we also recommend using the Pure Direct mode (see page 52), the “STRAIGHT” mode (see page 51) or surround decode mode (see page 69). CLASSICAL ENTERTAIN 5 7 CLASSICAL Hall in Munich HiFi DSP This sound field simulates a concert hall with approximately 2500 seats in Munich, using stylish wood for the interior finishing as normal standards for European concert halls.
Sound field programs LIVE/CLUB 6 LIVE/CLUB Cellar Club HiFi DSP This program simulates a live house with a low ceiling and homey atmosphere. A realistic, live sound field features powerful sound as if the listener is in a row in front of a small stage. DSP LEVEL INIT. DLY LIVE/CLUB 6 ROOM SIZE LIVENESS LIVE/CLUB DIALOG LIFT The Roxy Theatre HiFi DSP This is the sound field of a rock music live house in Los Angeles, with approximately 460 seats.
Sound field programs ■ For visual sources of music Note The available sound field parameters and the created sound fields differ depending on the input sources and the settings of this unit. LIVE/CLUB ENTERTAIN 6 7 ENTERTAINMENT Music Video HiFi DSP This sound field offers an image of a concert hall for live performance of pop, rock and jazz music.
Sound field programs MOVIE MOVIE 8 Adventure This program is ideal for precisely reproducing the sound design of action and adventure movies. The sound field restrains reverberations but puts emphasis on reproducing a powerful space expanded widely to the left and right. The reproduced depth is also restrained relatively to ensure the separation between audio channels and the clarity of the sound. SUR. DSP LEVEL P. INIT. DLY P. ROOM SIZE MOVIE MOVIE 8 S. INIT. DLY S. ROOM SIZE SB INIT.
Sound field programs ■ Using sound field programs without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP) Virtual CINEMA DSP allows you to enjoy the CINEMA DSP or HiFi DSP sound field programs without surround speakers. It creates virtual speakers to reproduce the natural sound field. When you set “SUR. L/R SP” to “NONE” (see page 78), Virtual CINEMA DSP activates automatically whenever you select a CINEMA DSP or HiFi DSP sound field program (see page 46).
Using audio features Before performing the following operation, set the operation mode selector on the remote control to C AMP. Enjoying pure hi-fi sound Use the Pure Direct mode to enjoy the pure fidelity sound of the selected source. When the Pure Direct mode is activated, this unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry. Press M PURE DIRECT (or E PURE DIRECT) to turn on or off the Pure Direct mode.
Using audio features Before performing the following operation, set the operation mode selector on the remote control to C AMP. Adjusting the speaker level You can adjust the output level of each speaker while listening to a music source. This is also possible when playing sources input at the MULTI CH INPUT jacks. Note This operation will override the level adjustments made in “Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room” (see page 37) and “SPEAKER LEVEL” (see page 79).
FM/AM tuning There are 2 tuning methods: automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference. If the signal from the station you want to select is weak, tune into it manually. You can also use the automatic and manual preset tuning features to store up to 40 stations (A1 to E8: 8 preset station numbers in each of the 5 preset station groups).
FM/AM tuning Automatic preset tuning Notes You can use the automatic preset tuning feature to store up to 40 FM stations with strong signals (A1 to E8: 8 preset station numbers in each of the 5 preset station groups) in order. You can then recall any preset station easily by selecting the preset station number. 1 Rotate the C INPUT selector on the front panel to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press I FM/AM to select “FM” as the reception band. “FM” appears in the front panel display.
FM/AM tuning 4 Press G PRESET/TUNING l / h to select a preset station number (1 to 8) while the MEMORY indicator is flashing. • Press G h to select a higher preset station number. • Press G l to select a lower preset station number. Selecting preset stations You can tune into any desired station simply by selecting the preset station group and number under which it was stored.
FM/AM tuning Exchanging preset stations You can exchange the assignments of two preset stations with each other. The example below describes the procedure to exchange preset station “E1” with “A5”. 1 Select preset station “E1” using F A/B/C/D/E and G PRESET/TUNING l / h on the front panel. See “Selecting preset stations” on page 56. 2 Press and hold H EDIT for more than 3 seconds. “E1” and the MEMORY indicator flash in the front panel display.
Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. This unit can receive various Radio Data System data such as PS (program service), PTY (program type), RT (radio text), CT (clock time), and EON (enhanced other networks) when receiving Radio Data System broadcasting stations. Displaying the Radio Data System information 1 Tune into the desired Radio Data System broadcasting station.
Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) Selecting the Radio Data System program type (PTY SEEK mode) Use this feature to select the desired radio program by program type from the all preset Radio Data System broadcasting stations. 4 Press 3 PRESET/CH k / n on the remote control to select the desired program type. The name of the selected program type appears in the front panel display. y Use the automatic preset tuning feature to preset Radio Data System broadcasting stations (see page 55).
Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) 5 Press 6 PTY SEEK START on the remote control to start searching for all the available Radio Data System preset stations. The name of the selected program type flashes and the PTY HOLD indicator lights up in the front panel display while this unit is searching for stations. POP M Flashes PTY HOLD Lights up y To stop searching for stations, press 6 PTY SEEK START on the remote control again.
Using iPod™ Once you have stationed your iPod in a Yamaha iPod universal dock (such as the YDS-10, sold separately) connected to the DOCK terminal of this unit (see page 31), you can enjoy playback of your iPod using the supplied remote control. You can also use the Compressed Music Enhancer mode of this unit to enhance the sound quality of the compression artifacts (such as the MP3 format) stored on your iPod (see page 50). Notes • Only iPod (Click and Wheel), iPod nano, and iPod mini are supported.
Using iPod™ Before performing the following operations, set the operation mode selector on the remote control to C SOURCE and then press 1V-AUX. 1 Press I DISPLAY on the remote control. The following display appears in the OSD. iPod Playlists Artists Albums Songs Genres Composers Settings 2 Notes Top > > > > > > > Press 3 k / n / l / h on the remote control to navigate the iPod menu and then press 3 ENTER to begin playback of the selected song.
Recording Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording components. Refer to the operating instructions for those components. Caution The DTS signal is a digital bitstream. Attempting to digitally record the DTS bitstream will result in noise being recorded. Therefore, if you want to use this unit to record sources encoded in DTS, the following considerations and adjustments need to be made.
Advanced sound configurations Changing sound field parameter settings You can enjoy good quality sound with the initial factory settings. Although you do not have to change the initial factory settings, you can change some of the parameters to better suit the input source or your listening room. 3 Press one of the sound field program selector buttons (N) repeatedly to select the desired sound field program you want to adjust.
Advanced sound configurations ■ Basic configuration of sound field programs Each sound field program has some parameters defining the characteristics of the program. To customize the selected sound field program, adjust “DSP LEVEL” and/ or “DIALOG LIFT” first, and then try other parameters. Adjusting the vertical dialogue position (DIALOG LIFT) Use this feature to adjust the vertical position of the dialogues in movies. The ideal position of the dialogues is at the center of the video monitor screen.
Advanced sound configurations ■ Sound field parameter descriptions You can adjust the values of certain digital sound field parameters so that the sound fields are recreated accurately in your listening room. Not all of the following parameters are found in every program. y To change sound field parameter settings to suit your listening environment, see page 64 for details. Sound field parameter INIT.DLY P.INIT.DLY S.INIT.DLY SB INIT.DLY Features Initial delay.
Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter ROOM SIZE P.ROOM SIZE S.ROOM SIZE SB ROOM SIZE Features Room size. Presence, surround and surround back room size. Adjusts the apparent size of the sound field. The larger the value, the larger the surround sound field becomes. As the sound is repeatedly reflected around a room, the larger the hall is, the longer the time between the original reflected sound and the subsequent reflections.
Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter REV.TIME Features Reverberation time. Adjusts the amount of time taken for the dense, subsequent reverberation sound to decay by 60 dB at 1 kHz. This changes the apparent size of the acoustic environment over an extremely wide range. Set a longer reverberation time to get more sustaining reverberation sound, and set a shorter time to get articulate sound. Control range: 1.0 to 5.
Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter DIRECT (“2ch Stereo” only) Features 2-channel stereo direct. Bypasses the decoders and DSP processors of this unit for pure hi-fi stereo sound when playing 2-channel analog sources. Choices: AUTO, OFF y • Select “AUTO” to bypass the decoders, DSP processors and the tone control circuitry only when “BASS” and “TREBLE” are set to 0 dB (see page 52).
Advanced sound configurations ■ Decoder descriptions Remote control button SUR.DECODE +10 Name of the decoder (SUR.) Category and name of the program PLIIx Music PLII Music SUR. DECODE Sur. Decode Dolby Pro Logic IIx (or Dolby Pro Logic II) processing for music sources. The Pro Logic IIx decoder is not available when “SUR.B L/R SP” is set to “NONE” (see page 78). PANORAMA DIMENSION CENTER WIDTH Available decoder parameters (see page 71) SUR.DECODE +10 SUR. DECODE Sur.
Advanced sound configurations Decoder parameter descriptions Decoder parameter PANORAMA (“PLIIx Music” and “PLII Music” only) Features Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music panorama. Sends stereo signals to the surround speakers as well as the front speakers for a wraparound effect. Choices: OFF, ON DIMENSION (“PLIIx Music” and “PLII Music” only) Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music dimension. Adjusts the sound field either towards the front or towards the rear.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) You can use the following parameters in “SET MENU” to adjust a variety of system settings and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment. ■ Auto setup AUTO SETUP Use this feature to automatically adjust speaker and system parameters (see page 37). ■ Manual setup MANUAL SETUP Use this feature to manually adjust speaker and system parameters.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Volume menu 2 VOLUME MENU Parameter Functions Page ADAPTIVE DRC Selects whether this unit automatically adjusts the dynamic range in conjunction with the volume level or not. 81 ADAPTIVE DSP LEVEL Selects whether this unit adjusts the DSP effect level automatically in conjunction with the volume level or not. 81 MUTING TYPE Adjusts how much the mute function reduces the output volume (see page 44). 81 MAX VOL. Sets the maximum volume level of the main zone.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Input menu 4 INPUT MENU Note Some parameters described below may not be available for all input sources and some parameters are only available for specific input sources. Parameter Functions Page I/O ASSIGNMENT Assigns the input/output jacks according to the component to be used if the initial settings of this unit do not correspond to your needs. 86 INPUT RENAME Changes the name of the input source that appears in the OSD and in the front panel display.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Menu B)VIDEO SET Parameter Selects whether to convert the video signals input at the VIDEO, S VIDEO, and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks. 89 COMPONENT I/P Selects whether this unit activates the analog interlace/progressive conversion of the analog video signals input at the VIDEO, S VIDEO, and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks so that the analog video signals deinterlaced from 480i (NTSC)/576i (PAL) to 480p/576p are output at the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT jacks.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) 4 Use the remote control to access and adjust each parameter. y • You can change the “SET MENU” parameters while this unit is reproducing sound. • If you press I PARAMETER during the “SET MENU” operation, the “SET MENU” operation is canceled. • Repeat the following procedure to select and adjust each parameter setting. • Press 4 RETURN to return to the previous menu level. 1 2 Set the operation mode selector to C AMP and then press F SET MENU to enter “SET MENU”.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) 1 BASIC MENU Use this feature to manually adjust the basic speaker settings. Most of the “BASIC MENU” parameters are set automatically when you run the automatic setup. 1 BASIC MENU Measure for the speaker size The woofer section of a speaker is – 16 cm (6.5 in) or larger: large – smaller than 16 cm (6.5 in): small Front speakers FRONT SP Choices: SMALL, LARGE .
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) When you do not use the surround back speakers: Select “NONE” (none). The surround back channel signals are directed to the surround left and right speakers. Measure for the speaker size The woofer section of a speaker is – 16 cm (6.5 in) or larger: large – smaller than 16 cm (6.5 in): small Surround left/right speakers SUR. L/R SP Choices: NONE, SMALL, LARGE y See page 17 for the connection information of the surround back speakers. A)SPEAKER SET Notes SUR.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Subwoofer phase SUBWOOFER PHASE Use this feature to switch the phase of your subwoofer if bass sounds are lacking or unclear. A)SPEAKER SET SUBWOOFER PHASE >NORMAL ■ Speaker level B)SPEAKER LEVEL Use this feature to manually balance the speaker levels between the front left or surround left speakers and each speaker selected in “SPEAKER SET” (see page 77). Control range: –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB Control step: 0.5 dB Initial setting: FR.L/FR.R/SWFR/PR.L/PR.R: 0 dB CENT.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Speaker distance C)SP DISTANCE y Use this feature to manually adjust the distance of each speaker and the delay applied to the respective channel. Ideally, each speaker should be the same distance from the main listening position. However, this is not possible in most home situations. Thus, a certain amount of delay must be applied to the sound from each speaker so that all sounds will arrive at the listening position at the same time.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) 2 VOLUME MENU Use this menu to manually adjust the various volume settings. Adaptive DSP level ADAPTIVE DSP LEVEL Use this feature to make fine adjustments of the DSP effect level (see page 65) automatically in conjunction with the volume level. Choice 2 VOLUME MENU AUTO OFF Does not adjust the DSP effect level automatically. . ADAPTIVE DRC;;;;OFF ADAPTIVE DSP LEVEL;;;;OFF MUTING TYPE;;;;FULL MAX VOL.;;;;+16.5dB INIT. VOL.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Use this feature to adjust the audio parameters. 3 SOUND MENU . A)EQUALIZER B)LFE LEVEL C)DYNAMIC RANGE D)LIPSYNC E)AUDIO SET F)HDMI SET Graphic equalizer GEQ Use this feature to match the tonal quality of the center, surround L/R and surround back L/R, surround back, presence L/R speakers and the subwoofer with that of the front L/R speakers. You can adjust 7 frequency bands (63Hz, 160Hz, 400Hz, 1kHz, 2.5kHz, 6.3kHz, 16kHz). Control range: –6.0 dB to +6.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Low-frequency effect level ■ Dynamic range C)DYNAMIC RANGE B)LFE LEVEL Use this feature to adjust the output level of the LFE (lowfrequency effect) channel according to the capacity of your subwoofer or headphones. The LFE channel carries low-frequency special effects which are only added to certain scenes. This setting is effective only when this unit decodes bitstream signals.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Audio and video synchronization (Lip sync) D)LIPSYNC ■ Audio settings E)AUDIO SET Use this feature to adjust the audio and video synchronization. E)AUDIO SET . EXTD SUR.;;;;;;AUTO TONE BYPASS;;;;AUTO D)LIPSYNC .
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) F)HDMI SET SUPPORT AUDIO RX-V1800 4 INPUT MENU Use this menu to adjust the parameters of each input source. 4 INPUT MENU . A) Choice RX-V1800 OTHER Functions Plays back HDMI audio signals on this unit. The HDMI audio signals input at the HDMI input jacks of this unit are not output to the HDMI component connected to the HDMI OUT jack on the rear panel of this unit. Plays back HDMI audio signals on another HDMI component connected to the HDMI OUT jack.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) DVR Notes • You can use up to 9 characters for each input. • Press 3 n to change the character in the following order, or press 3 k to go in the reverse order: A to Z, 0 to 9, a to z, symbols (#, *, –, +, etc.), space. 3 Repeat steps 1 through 2 to rename each input source. 4 Press 3 ENTER to complete. .
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Charge on standby STANDBY CHARGE Use this feature to select whether this unit charges the battery of the stationed iPod or not when this unit is in the standby mode (see page 61). Choice Input channels INPUT CH Use this setting to select the number of channels input from an external decoder (see page 30).
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) 5 OPTION MENU Use this menu to adjust the optional system parameters. Gray back GRAY BACK Use this feature to display a gray background in your video monitor when there is no video signal being input. Choice 5 OPTION MENU AUTO Displays a gray background on your video monitor when there is no video signal being input. OFF Does not display a gray background on your video monitor. . A)DISPLAY SET B)VIDEO SET C)MEMORY GUARD D)INIT.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Front panel display scroll FL SCROLL Use this feature to set the mode to display the iPod menu (such as song title or channel name) in the front panel display. Choice Functions CONT Continuous mode. Select this to display the operation status in the front panel display in a continuous manner. ONCE Scroll-once mode. Select this to display the operation status in the front panel display by the first 14 alphanumeric characters after scrolling all characters once.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Memory guard C)MEMORY GUARD Notes • The “HDMI SCALING” parameter appears only when you set “VIDEO CONV.” to “ON”. • If you connect your video monitor via HDMI connection, this unit automatically detects the available video signal resolution of the video monitor, and an asterisk (*) appears on the left of the available video signal resolution(s).
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Initial configuration D)INIT. CONFIG ■ Zone set E)ZONE SET Use this feature to select the settings of the audio input jack select, active decoders and extended surround when you turn on this unit. Use this feature to set the items related in Zone 2 or Zone 3. E)ZONE SET D)INIT. CONFIG . >ZONE2 DECODER MODE;;AUTO EXTD SUR.
Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) When the speakers in Zone 2 or Zone 3 is connected to the SP2 speaker terminals of this unit directly: Select “[SP2]”. See “Using the internal amplifiers of this unit” on page 109 for details. Note When you set “AMP” to “[SP2]” in “ZONE 2” or “ZONE 3” and the corresponding zone is turned on, no sound is output from the surround speakers.
Saving and recalling the system settings (SYSTEM MEMORY) Use this feature to save up to six of your favorite settings that can be easily recalled when needed. You can save the following system setting parameters: Saved parameters Page “BASIC MENU” parameters (except “TEST TONE”) 77 “VOLUME MENU” parameters (except “INIT. VOL.”) 81 “SOUND MENU” parameters* (except “EXTD SUR.
Saving and recalling the system settings (SYSTEM MEMORY) 4 Press 3 l / h repeatedly to select the desired memory number (“MEMORY1” to “MEMORY6”). 1 SYSTEM MEMORY Press one of the M SYSTEM MEMORY buttons on the remote control to select the desired memory number. “MEMORY 1 LOAD” (example) appears in the front panel display. .
Saving and recalling the system settings (SYSTEM MEMORY) ■ Example 2: Switching the settings for different room environments Using examples ■ Example 1: Comparing the results of the automatic setup and manual setup This unit is equipped with three types of parametric equalizer settings (see page 40), and you can also make your customized configuration of the sound settings of this unit by using the “MANUAL SETUP” parameters (see page 72).
Saving and recalling the system settings (SYSTEM MEMORY) ■ Example 3: Saving the sound configurations for specific sources ■ Example 4: Switching multiple audio and video synchronization settings The desired sound configurations are different for each input source. For example, if you use the sound field program “Village Vanguard” for a music source of a live jazz performance, the parameter settings may differ when the input source is a vinyl record or an SACD.
Remote control features In addition to controlling this unit, the remote control can also operate other audiovisual components made by Yamaha and other manufacturers. To control your TV or other components, you must set up the appropriate remote control code for each input source (see page 99). Controlling this unit, a TV, or other components ■ Controlling this unit ■ Controlling a TV Set the operation mode selector to C AMP to control this unit.
Remote control features ■ Controlling other components Set the operation mode selector to C SOURCE to control other components selected with the input selector buttons (1) or . You must set the appropriate remote control code for each input source in advance (see page 99). The following table shows the function of each control button used to control other components assigned to each input selector button (1) or . Be advised that some buttons may not correctly operate the selected component.
Remote control features ■ Selecting a component to be controlled You can select a component to be controlled independently of the input source selected with the input selector buttons (1). Press A SELECT k / n repeatedly to select the desired component. The name of the component to be controlled appears in the display window (A) on the remote control. Setting remote control codes You can control other components by setting the appropriate remote control codes. Codes can be set up for each input area.
Remote control features 1 Set the operation mode selector to C SOURCE and then press an input selector button (1), or to select the input area you want to set up. 4 Press the numeric buttons (5 ) to enter the four-digit remote control code for the component you want to use. For a complete list of available remote control codes, refer to “List of remote control codes” at the end of this manual.
Remote control features Programming codes from other remote controls 2 AUDIO SEL STANDBY SLEEP POWER PHONO MULTI CH IN AV CD-R POWER CD VCR BD/HD DVD TV TUNER DVR DVD POWER MD/TAPE V-AUX/DOCK DTV/CBL SELECT You can program remote control codes from other remote controls. Use the learn feature if you want to program functions not included in the basic operations covered by the remote control codes, or an appropriate remote control code is not available.
Remote control features 5 Press and hold the button you want to program on the other remote control until “OK” appears in the display window (A) on the remote control. “NG” appears in the display window (A) on the remote control if learning was unsuccessful. In this case, start over from step 4. Changing source names in the display window You can change the name of the input source that appears in the display window (A) on the remote control if you want to use a different name from the factory preset.
Remote control features 3 Press 3 k / n to select and enter a character. Pressing 3 n changes the character as follows: A to Z, 1 to 9, 0, + (plus), – (hyphen), ; (semicolon), / (slash), and space. Pressing 3 k changes the characters in reverse order. PRESET/CH ENTER A/B/C/D/E Macro programming features The macro programming feature makes it possible to perform a series of operations with the press of a single button.
Remote control features ■ Default macro functions Pressing macro button To automatically transmit these signals in order First Second Third STANDBY STANDBY POWER POWER — — (*1) (*2) POWER TV POWER — — POWER TUNER — TUNER CD CD CD-R CD-R MULTI CH IN MULTI CH IN MD/TAPE MD/TAPE DVD (*3) — (CD area) (*4) (CD-R area) (*4) — (MD/TAPE area) (*4) DVD (DVD area) (*4) POWER BD/HD DVD — (*1) BD/HD DVD PHONO PHONO DTV/CBL DTV/CBL DVR DVR VCR VCR (BD/HD DVD area) (*4) — — (D
Remote control features ■ Programming macro operations You can program your own macro and use the macro programming feature to transmit several remote control commands in sequence at the press of a button. Be sure to set up remote control codes or perform learning operations before programming the macro. Note “AGAIN” appears in the display window (A) if you press a button other than a macro button. 3 Notes • The default macro is not cleared when a new macro is programmed for a button.
Remote control features Clearing configurations 3 You can clear all changes made in each function set, such as learned functions, macros, renamed input area names and setup remote control codes. Press and hold L CLEAR again for about 3 seconds. “WAIT” appears in the display window (A). If clearing was successful, “C;OK” appears in the display window (A) on the remote control.
Remote control features 2 Press L LEARN using a ballpoint pen or similar object. “LEARN” and the selected component name (e.g. “DVD”) appear alternately in the display window. ■ Clearing a macro function You can clear the function programmed for a certain macro button. 1 LEARN Set the operation mode selector to C AMP or C SOURCE and then press L MACRO using a ballpoint pen or similar object. “MCR ?” appears in the display window (A) on the remote control.
Using multi-zone configuration This unit allows you to configure a multi-zone audio system. The multi-zone configuration feature enables you to set this unit to reproduce separate input sources in the main zone, second zone (Zone 2) and third zone (Zone 3). You can control this unit from the second or third zone using the supplied remote control. Connect the source component to the analog audio input jacks of this unit to play back the source in Zone 2 or Zone 3.
Using multi-zone configuration ■ Using the internal amplifiers of this unit Important safety notice The SP1 or SP2 speaker terminals of this Receiver should not be connected to a Passive Loudspeaker Selector Box or more than one loudspeaker per channel. Connection to a Passive Loudspeaker Selector Box or multiple speakers per channel could create an abnormally low impedance load resulting in amplifier damage. See this owner’s manual for correct usage.
Using multi-zone configuration y • You must complete this step within 10 seconds while the selected zone flashes in the front panel display. Otherwise, the currently selected zone mode is automatically canceled. In this case, press P ZONE CONTROLS again. • The initial setting is ZONE2 when both Zone 2 and Zone 3 are turned on.
Using multi-zone configuration Operate the following operations after activating the Zone 2 or Zone 3 operation mode. ■ Selecting the input source of Zone 2 or Zone 3 Rotate the C INPUT selector on the front panel (or set the operation mode selector to C AMP and then press one of the input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the input source of the selected zone.
Using multi-zone configuration ■ Using Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control (except Europe model) You can control Zone 2 or Zone 3 features by using the supplied Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control. First, set the ID1/ID2 switch and ZONE 2/ZONE 3 switch appropriately. 6 STANDBY Sets Zone 2 or Zone 3 to the standby mode.
Advanced setup This unit has additional menus that are displayed in the front panel display. The advanced setup menu offers additional operations to adjust and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment. Notes • The settings you make are reflected next time you press A MASTER ON/OFF inward to the ON position to turn on this unit (see page 33).
Advanced setup See page 113 for the operation of the advanced setup menu. 3 Press 3 ENTER. The four-digit code set for the selected input area appears in the display window(A) on the remote control. 4 Press the numeric buttons (5 ) to enter the four-digit remote control AMP ID code for the input area you want to use. ■ RS-232C access on the standby mode RS-232C STANDBY Use this feature to set this unit to transmit data via the RS232C interface when this unit is in the standby mode.
Advanced setup Setting remote control TUNER ID 1 2 Set the operation mode selector to C AMP or C SOURCE and then press 1TUNER on the remote control to select the tuner to change the remote control ID. Press and hold L LEARN for about 3 seconds using a ballpoint pen or similar object until “L;TUN” and “TUNER” alternately appear in the display window (A). LEARN 3 seconds 4 Remote control TUNER ID code*1 Press 3 ENTER.
Advanced setup See page 113 for the operation of the advanced setup menu. ■ Tuner frequency step TUNER FRQ STEP (Asia and General models only) Use this feature to set the tuner frequency step according to the frequency spacing in your area. Choices: AM10/FM100, AM9/FM50 • Select “AM10/FM100” for North, Central and South America. • Select “AM9/FM50” for all other areas. ■ Bi-amplifier setting BI-AMP Use this feature to activate or deactivate the bi-amplifier function (see page 19).
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Refer to the table below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off this unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. ■ General Problem This unit fails to turn on or enters the standby mode soon after the power is turned on. No sound.
Troubleshooting Problem Short message displays do not appear on the video monitor. Cause Remedy See page “SHORT MESSAGE” is set to “OFF”. Set “SHORT MESSAGE” to “ON”. 88 “GRAY BACK” is set to “OFF”. Set “GRAY BACK” to “AUTO”. 88 “VIDEO CONV.” is set to “OFF”. Set “VIDEO CONV.” to “ON”. 89 The signals input at the HDMI input jacks are being output at the HDMI OUT jack. Video signals in the progressive format or HDTV video signals are being input. The sound suddenly goes off.
Troubleshooting Problem The audio input sources cannot be played in the desired digital audio signal format. (Desired input source indicator or decoder indicator in the front panel display does not light up.) Cause Remedy See page The connected component is not set to output the desired digital audio signals. Make an appropriate setting following the operating instructions for your component. — Audio input jack select is set to “ANALOG”. Set the audio input jack select to “AUTO”.
Troubleshooting ■ Tuner Problem Cause FM stereo reception is noisy. FM AM Remedy The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. See page Check the antenna connections. 32 Try using a high-quality directional FM antenna. — Use the manual tuning method. 54 There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. There is multi-path interference.
Troubleshooting ■ Remote control Problem The remote control does not work or function properly. The remote control does not learn new functions. Cause Remedy See page Wrong distance or angle. The remote control will function within a maximum range of 6 m (20 ft) and no more than 30 degrees offaxis from the front panel. 36 Direct sunlight or lighting (from an inverter type of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of this unit. Reposition this unit.
Troubleshooting ■ iPod Note In case of a transmission error without a status message appearing in the front panel and in the OSD, check the connection of your iPod (see page 31). Status message Loading... Cause Remedy See page This unit is in the middle of recognizing the connection with your iPod. This unit is in the middle of acquiring song lists from your iPod. Connect error There is a problem with the signal path from your iPod to this unit.
Troubleshooting During AUTO SETUP Error message Cause Remedy See page E-1:NO FRONT SP Front L/R channel signals are not detected. Check the front L/R speaker connections. 16 E-2:NO SUR.SP A surround channel signal is not detected. Check the surround speaker connections. 16 E-3:NO PRNS SP A presence channel signal is not detected. Check the presence speaker connections. 16 E-4:SBR.SBL Only right surround back channel signal is detected.
RESETTING THE SYSTEM Resetting the system Use this feature to reset all the parameters of this unit to the initial factory settings. Notes • This procedure completely resets all the parameters of this unit including the “SET MENU” parameters. However, the advanced setup menu parameters will not be initialized. • The initial factory settings are activated next time you turn on this unit.
GLOSSARY Glossary ■ Audio and video synchronization (lip sync) Lip sync, an abbreviation for lip synchronization, is a technical term that involves both a problem and a capability of maintaining audio and video signals synchronized during post-production and transmission. Whereas the audio and video latency requires complex end-user adjustments, HDMI version 1.
Glossary ■ Dolby Digital Plus ■ Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus is an advanced audio technology developed for high-definition programming and media including HD broadcasts, HD DVD, and Blu-ray Disc. Selected as a mandatory audio standard for HD DVD and as an optional audio standard for Blu-ray Disc, this technology delivers multichannel sound with discrete channel output. Supporting bitrates up to 6.0 Mbps, Dolby Digital Plus can carry up to 7.1 discreet audio channels simultaneously.
Glossary ■ DTS Digital Surround ■ DTS-HD Master Audio DTS digital surround was developed to replace the analog soundtracks of movies with a 6.1-channel digital sound track, and is now rapidly gaining popularity in movie theaters around the world. DTS, Inc. has developed a home theater system so that you can enjoy the depth of sound and natural spatial representation of DTS digital surround in your home.
Glossary ■ PCM (Linear PCM) Linear PCM is a signal format under which an analog audio signal is digitized, recorded and transmitted without using any compression. This is used as a method of recording CDs and DVD audio. The PCM system uses a technique for sampling the size of the analog signal per very small unit of time. Standing for “Pulse Code Modulation”, the analog signal is encoded as pulses and then modulated for recording.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM INFORMATION Sound field program information ■ Elements of a sound field ■ SILENT CINEMA What really creates the rich, full tones of a live instrument are the multiple reflections from the walls of the room. In addition to making the sound live, these reflections enable us to tell where the player is situated as well as the size and shape of the room in which we are sitting.
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER INFORMATION Parametric equalizer information This unit employs Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) technology to optimize the frequency characteristics of its parametric equalizer to match your listening environment. YPAO uses a combination of the following three parameters (Frequency, Gain and Q factor) to provide highly precise adjustment of the frequency characteristics. ■ Q factor The width of the specified frequency band is referred to as the Q factor.
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications AUDIO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power for Front, Center, Surround, Surround back 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.04% THD, 8 Ω .................................... 130 W • Dynamic Power (IHF) 8/6/4/2 Ω ........................................................ 160/195/255/335 W • Maximum Useful Output Power (JEITA) [Asia, General, China and Korea models] 1 kHz, 10% THD, 8 Ω ........................................................ 175 W • Maximum Output Power [U.K.
Specifications GENERAL • Power Supply [U.S.A. and Canada models] .............................. AC 120 V, 60 Hz [General and Asia models] ....................................... AC 110/120/220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz [China model] .................................................... AC 220 V, 50 Hz [Korea model] .................................................... AC 220 V, 60 Hz [Australia model] ............................................... AC 240 V, 50 Hz [U.K. and Europe models] .........................
Index ■ Numerics ■ A ■ B B)LFE LEVEL, Sound menu ...............83 B)SP LEVEL, Basic menu ...................79 BASIC MENU, Manual setup ..............77 Basic menu, Manual setup ...................72 Bass cross over, Speaker settings .........78 Battery charge indicator .......................34 BI-AMP, Advanced setup ..................116 Bi-amplifier setting, Advanced setup ..............................116 Blu-ray Disc player connection ............25 ■ C C)DYNAMIC RANGE, Sound menu ...........
Index DECODER MODE, Input menu ......... 86 Decoder mode, Input menu .................. 86 DIALG.LIFT, Sound field parameter ...................... 65 DIGITAL COAXIAL jacks ................. 20 DIGITAL OPTICAL jacks .................. 20 DIMENSION, Decoder parameter ...... 71 DIMMER, Display settings ................. 88 Dimmer, Display settings .................... 88 Display settings, Option menu ............. 88 DIST, Auto setup parameter ................ 38 DRAMA, Radio Data System program type .......
Index NEWS, Radio Data System program type .................................... 59 Number of speakers, Auto setup parameter ....................... 38 ■ O ON SCREEN, Display settings ............ 88 On-screen display time, Display settings ................................ 88 Operation mode selector ...................... 36 OPTIMIZER MIC jack ........................ 37 Optimizer microphone ......................... 37 OPTION MENU, Manual setup .......... 88 Option menu, Manual setup .................
Index Spectacle, Sound field programs ......... 49 SPORT, Radio Data System program type .................................... 59 Sports, Sound field programs ............... 48 Standard, Sound field programs ........... 49 STANDBY CHARGE, Dock set ......... 87 Standby mode, Main zone ................... 33 Standby mode, Zone2, Zone3 ............ 110 STEREO indicator ............................... 35 STEREO, Sound field programs .......... 50 STRAIGHT ..........................................
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■ Front panel/Face avant/Frontblende/Frontpanelen/Voorpaneel/ Фронтальная панель A B C M PURE DIRECT VOLUME AUDIO SELECT TONE CONTROL PRESET/ TUNING PRESET/TUNING A/B/C/D/E FM/AM MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM TUNING MODE SLEEP EDIT INPUT ZONE ON/OFF STRAIGHT MAIN ZONE ZONE CONTROLS MULTI ZONE EFFECT YPAO ON/OFF PROGRAM OPTIMIZER MIC SILENT CINEMA S VIDEO VIDEO ZONE 2 ZONE 3 L R AUDIO OPTICAL VIDEO AUX PHONES ON OFF MASTER Q D E F G H I J K L AUDIO SELECT TONE CONTRO
■ Remote control/Boîtier de télécommande/Fernbedienung/Fjärrkontrollen/ Afstandsbediening/Пульт ДУ O P 1 POWER POWER TV AV STANDBY POWER AUDIO SEL SLEEP TUNER CD CD-R MULTI CH IN MD/TAPE DVD BD/HD DVD PHONO DTV/CBL DVR VCR V-AUX/DOCK SELECT AMP + + + TV VOL CH VOLUME – – – TV INPUT MUTE SOURCE TV MUTE 2 LEVEL PRESET/CH MENU BAND SRCH MODE 3 8 9 0 A B C TV D SET MENU TITLE 7 PURE DIRECT AUDIO ENTER E F G M A/B/C/D/E 4 PARAMETER STRAIGHT DISPLAY R
Sound output in each sound field program Son émis dans chaque correction de champ sonore Klangausgabe in jedem soundfeldprogramm Ljudutmatning för varje ljudfältsprogram Geluidsweergave in elk van de geluidsveldprogramma’s Воспроизведение звучания для каждой программы звукового поля L Front left speaker SL Surround left speaker SBR Surround back right speaker C Center speaker SR Surround right speaker PL Presence left speaker R Front right speaker SBL Surround back left speaker PR Presence
*1 EX / PL x / : OFF *2 EX / PL x / : ON or discrete 6.1/7.1-channel audio signals are input. Input audio source Program PRIORITY 2-channel (monaural) 2-channel (stereo) 5.1-channel*1 6.1/7.
List of remote control codes Liste des codes de commande Liste der Fernbedienungscodes Lista över fjärrstyrningskoder Lijst met afstandsbedieningscodes Список кодов дистанционного управления CABLE ABC 0030, 0035 AMERICAST 0926 BELL SOUTH 0926 BIRMINGHAM CABLE COMMUNICATIONS 0303 BRITISH TELECOM 0030 CABLE & WIRELESS 1095 DAERYUNG 0035, 0504, 0904, 1904 DIRECTOR 0503 FILMNET 0470 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 0030, 0303, 0503, 0837, GOLDSTAR 0171 HAMLIN 0036, 0300 JERROLD 0030, 0303, 0503, 0837 LG 0171 MNET 0470 MEMORE
YAMAHA 2200 MD RECORDER KENWOOD ONKYO SHARP SONY YAMAHA 0708 0895 0888 0517 2500, 2501, 2502 THORENS UHER VENTURER VICTOR WARDS YAMAHA 1216 0558 1417 0101 0041, 0185 0203, 1203, 1358, 2601 (TUNER ID1) 2602 (TUNER ID2) 2603 (iPod) 2606 RECEIVER (TUNER) ADC AIWA SATELLITE TUNER @SAT 1327 ABSAT 0150 ALBA 0482 ALPHASTAR 0799 AMSTRAD 0874 ASTON 0169, 1156 ASTRO 0200 ATSAT 1327 AVALON 0423 BLAUPUNKT 0200 BRITISH SKY BROADCASTING 0874, 1202 CANAL DIGITAL 0880 CANAL SATELLITE 0880 CANAL+ 0880 CHAPARRAL 0243
CENTURION 0064 CHANGHONG 0792 CHING TAI 0036, 0119 CHUN YUN 0027, 0036, 0119, 0207 CHUNG HSIN 0080, 0135, 0207 CIMLINE 0036 CINERAL 0119, 0478 CITIZEN 0057, 0087, 0119 CLARION 0207 CLARIVOX 0064 CLATRONIC 0274, 0397 CONDOR 0347, 0397 CONRAC 0835 CONTEC 0036, 0207 CRAIG 0207 CROSLEY 0081 CROWN 0036, 0064, 0207, 0397, 0445 CURTIS MATHES 0057, 0074, 0081, 0087, 0120, 0172, 0181, 0193, 0478, 0729, 1174, 1374 DAEWOO 0036, 0057, 0064, 0119, 0135, 0181, 0197, 0205, 0207, 0401, 0478, 0650, 0661, 1688 DANSAI 0064 DA
SAMSUNG TELEFUNKEN 0136, 0289, 0362, 0652, 0729 TELEMEISTER 0347 TELETECH 0036 TENSAI 0347 TERA 0057 THOMSON 0136, 0314, 0587, 0652, 1474 THORN 0064, 0131, 0388, 0539 TOSHIBA 0087, 0181, 0183, 0535, 0645, 0677, 0859, 1283, 1383, 1683, 1731 TRIUMPH 0543 TUNTEX 0036, 0057, 0119 UHER 0347 UNIVERSUM 0064, 0131, 0132, 0291, 0373, 0397, 0519 VECTOR RESEARCH 0057 VESTEL 0064 VICTOR 0080, 0277, 0677, 0680 VIDEOSAT 0274 VIDIKRON 0081 VIDTECH 0205 VIEWSONIC 1782 VISION 0347 VOXSON 0190 WALTHAM 0383 WARDS 0057, 0081
ORION 0211, 0375, 0379, 1506 OSAKI 0027, 0064, 0099 OTTO VERSAND 0108 PALLADIUM 0064, 0068, 0099 PANASONIC 0062, 0252, 0253, 0643, 1062, 1589 PATHE MARCONI 0068 PENNEY 0062, 0064, 0069, 0267, 1062, 1264 PENTAX 0069 PERDIO 0027 PHILCO 0062 PHILIPS 0062, 0108, 0645, 1108, 1208 PHONOLA 0108 PILOT 0064 PIONEER 0069, 0094, 0108 POLK AUDIO 0108 PROFITRONIC 0267 PROLINE 0027 PROSCAN 0087, 1087 PROTEC 0099 PULSAR 0066 PYE 0108 QUASAR 0062, 1062 QUELLE 0108 RCA 0062, 0069, 0087, 0267, 0834, 1062, 1087 RADIOSHACK 00
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