GB RX-V420RDS YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD.
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 unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place with at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the right and left, and 10 cm at the back of this unit for ventilation space — away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ADVANCED OPERATION Checking the Package Contents ............................. 3 Battery Installation in the Remote Control ............ 3 Battery Replacement .............................................. 3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ....................... 4 4 6 7 8 9 SET MENU ......................................................... 35 Adjusting the Items on the SET MENU .............. 1 SPEAKER SET (speaker mode settings) ..........
FEATURES 5-Channel Power Amplification Other Features ◆ Minimum RMS Output (0.
GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION Checking the Package Contents Check that the following items are included in your package. Remote control AM loop antenna Indoor FM antenna Connection guide PREPARATION Batteries (AA, R06, UM-3 type) Battery Replacement If the remote control operates only when it is close to the unit, the batteries are weak. Replace all the batteries with new ones. Notes 2 1 3 Turn the remote control over and slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel 1 3 2 6 78 45 9 0 VOLUME D I G I T A L RDS MODE/FREQ EON D I G I TA L SURROUND STANDBY /ON PTY SEEK MODE START INPUT MODE BASS TREBLE BALANCE PRESET /TUNING SPEAKERS A 6CH INPUT FM/AM INPUT B PROGRAM EFFECT PRESET/TUNING A/B/C/D/E EDIT MEMORY – + – + L ON R TUNING MODE OFF MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L MONO PHONES SILENT q w r e ty u VIDEO L AUDIO R VIDEO AUX i o pa s df g 1 STANDBY/ON 6 EON Press this switch to turn on the
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS q BASS i VIDEO AUX jacks Turn this control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the low-frequency response. Connect an auxiliary audio or video input source such as a game console to these jacks. To reproduce source signals from these jacks, select V-AUX as the input source.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Remote Control The provided remote control is designed to control all most commonly used functions of this unit. If a YAMAHA tape deck or CD player designed for remote control compatibility is connected to this unit, this remote control can also control various functions of that component. 3 –/+ These buttons adjust the settings of the SET MENU and TIME/LEVEL mode. 4 TEST Press this button to output the test tone for each speaker.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ■ Controlling a YAMAHA tape deck or CD player Using the Remote Control ! Tape deck buttons These buttons are used for controlling a tape deck. • DECK A/B, DIR A and DIR B are only available for a double cassette tape deck. • For a single cassette tape deck with an automatic reverse function, press DIR A to reverse the direction of tape running. Remote control sensor Within approximately 6 m (20 feet) Notes • • • • ADVANCED OPERATION Handle the remote control with care.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Display 1 2 4 3 VIRTUAL DOLBY DTS DIGITAL DIGITAL PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC ENHANCED MONO TV SPORTS MOVIE THEATER 1 2 ENTERTAINMENT DISCO 5CH STEREO 78 9 6 5 PS PTY CONCERT HALL JAZZ CLUB PTY HOLD ROCK CONCERT NEWSINFO BASS EXT. MEMORY GAME RT CT AUTO EON STEREO AFFAIRS SPORT TUNED SLEEP DSP PCM 0 dB ms SP AB q K HZ e w r t y u 1 t indicator 9 STEREO indicator The “t” indicator lights up when the built-in DTS decoder is turned on.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Rear Panel 1 2 3 5 R TUNER AM ANT GND + – SPEAKERS 6 – + L FM ANT MAINS A COAXIAL 75 UNBAL. 7 INTRODUCTION DIGITAL INPUT CD 4 MAIN OPTICAL D-TV/CBL 6CH INPUT MAIN DVD L SURROUND L CENTER DVD D-TV/CBL VIDEO SIGNAL IN VCR 1 OUT B MONITOR OUT VIDEO CENTER R R SUB WOOFER + IMPEDANCE SELECTOR AC OUTLETS SET BEFORE POWER ON SWITCHED 100W MAX. TOTAL MAIN A OR B: 8 A + B:16 CENTER :8 REAR :8 REAR R (SURROUND) L MIN. /SPEAKER MIN. /SPEAKER MIN.
PREPARATION SPEAKER SETUP Speakers to Be Used This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a 5-speaker system, using main speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. If you use different brands of speakers (with different tonal qualities) in your system, the tone of a moving human voice and other types of sound may not shift smoothly. We recommend that you use speakers from the same manufacture to ensure even tonal quality.
CONNECTIONS INTRODUCTION Before Connecting Components CAUTION Never connect this unit and other components to mains power until all connections between components have been completed. Be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Some components require different connection methods and have different jack names. Refer to the instructions for each component to be connected to this unit.
CONNECTIONS Connecting Audio Components ■ Connecting to digital jacks This unit has digital jacks for direct transmission of digital signals through either coaxial or fiber optic cables. You can use the digital jacks to input PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams. When you connect components to both the COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks, priority is given to the input signals from the COAXIAL jack.
CONNECTIONS SUBWOOFER OUTPUT MAIN OUTPUT OUTPUT External decoder CD player INTRODUCTION COAXIAL OUTPUT L C R L R R L SURROUND OUTPUT DIGITAL INPUT CD CENTER OUTPUT TUNER AM ANT GND 75 PREPARATION COAXIAL FM ANT UNBAL.
CONNECTIONS Connecting Video Components ■ Audio signal jacks Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L), input (IN) and output (OUT) properly. ■ Video signal jacks Be sure to connect the input (IN) and output (OUT) properly. ■ TV monitor with a 21-pin connector Make a connection as shown on page 15 with a commercially available SCART-plug connector cable.
CONNECTIONS Video monitor OPTICAL OUTPUT SCART-plug DVD player O VIDEO OUTPUT L VIDEO INPUT V V R INTRODUCTION AUDIO OUTPUT L V R No connection DIGITAL INPUT CD TUNER AM ANT GND COAXIAL FM ANT 75 UNBAL.
CONNECTIONS Connecting Speakers Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. CAUTION • Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear panel of this unit. • Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch any metal part of this unit.
CONNECTIONS Main speakers A Main speakers B Right INTRODUCTION Left Right Left (Europe model) R + – SPEAKERS – + L MAINS A MAIN PREPARATION B CENTER IMPEDANCE SELECTOR AC OUTLETS SET BEFORE POWER ON SWITCHED 100W MAX. TOTAL MAIN A OR B: 8 MIN. /SPEAKER A + B:16 MIN. /SPEAKER CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER REAR REAR R (SURROUND) L + MAIN A OR B: 4 MIN. /SPEAKER A + B: 8 MIN. /SPEAKER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER : 6 MIN.
CONNECTIONS IMPEDANCE SELECTOR Switch WARNING Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise the unit may be damaged. If this unit fails to turn on when STANDBY/ON (or POWER) is pressed, the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be fully slid either position. If so, slide the switch to either position fully when this unit is in the standby mode. Select the right or left position according to the impedance of speakers in your system.
ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE Using the Test Tone The adjustment of each speaker sound output level should be performed at your listening position with the remote control. 4 Note 1,5 2 PREPARATION • Since this unit cannot enter the test mode while headphones are connected to this unit, be sure to unplug the headphones from the PHONES jack when using the test tone.
ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE 3 Adjust BALANCE on the front panel so that the sound output level of the right main speaker and the left main speaker is the same. BALANCE L R Front panel 4 Press –/+ repeatedly to adjust the output level of the speaker currently outputting the test tone so that it becomes almost the same as that of the main speakers. While adjusting, the test tone is heard from the selected speaker. 5 When the adjustment is complete, press TEST. Test tone stops.
BASIC OPERATION PLAYING A SOURCE 2 1,6 4 RDS MODE/FREQ EON SURROUND STANDBY /ON PTY SEEK MODE START INPUT MODE BASS TREBLE BALANCE PRESET /TUNING SPEAKERS A B 6CH INPUT FM/AM INPUT PROGRAM EFFECT PRESET/TUNING A/B/C/D/E EDIT MEMORY – + – + L ON R TUNING MODE OFF MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L MONO PHONES VIDEO SILENT 3 6 L INPUT AUDIO R or VIDEO AUX 7 Front panel 4 Remote control PREPARATION 2 4 7 Input source BASIC OPERATION To select a source connected to the 6CH
PLAYING A SOURCE 5 Play the source. Refer to the instructions for the source component (and “TUNING” for details). 6 Adjust the volume to the desired output level. VOLUME ■ When you have finished using this unit Press STANDBY/ON (or POWER) to set this unit in the standby mode. ■ BGV (background video) function or Remote control Front panel If desired, adjust BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, etc. These controls are only effective for the sound from the main speakers.
PLAYING A SOURCE Input Modes and Indications Press INPUT MODE (or the input selector button that you have pressed to select the input source on the remote control) repeatedly until the desired input mode is shown on the display. INPUT MODE Front panel Remote control Input mode Notes APPENDIX • If digital signals are input from both the COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks, the digital signal from the COAXIAL jack is selected. • When AUTO is selected, this unit automatically determines the type of signal.
PLAYING A SOURCE Notes Selecting a DSP Program You can enhance your listening experience by selecting a DSP program. Refer to “SOUND FIELD PROGRAM” for details about each program. y • Make sure that the sound effect is turned on (see page 25).
PLAYING A SOURCE ■ Virtual CINEMA DSP and SILENT CINEMA Press EFFECT to cancel the sound effect and monitor only the main sound. Press EFFECT again to turn the sound effect back on. EFFECT or The sound field processing is changed to the Virtual CINEMA DSP mode by setting “REAR LR SP” on the SET MENU to NON. Virtual CINEMA DSP is performed by using the main speakers.
TUNING Connecting the Antennas Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals. AM loop antenna (included) 3 Release the tab to lock the lead wires. Lightly pull the lead wires to confirm a good connection. 4 5 Attach the loop antenna to the antenna stand.
TUNING Automatic Tuning Manual Tuning 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, you must tune in to it manually. Use INPUT l / h to select TUNER as input source. 2 Press FM/AM to select the reception band (FM or AM). “FM” or “AM” appears on the display.
TUNING ■ Automatic preset tuning options Automatic Preset Tuning (for RDS stations only) You can make use of the automatic preset tuning function for RDS stations only. This function enables the unit to automatically tune in with strong signals and to sequentially store up to 40 RDS stations (5 groups x 8 stations).
TUNING Manual Preset Tuning To Recall a Preset Station You can also store up to 40 stations (5 groups x 8 stations) manually.
TUNING Exchanging Preset Stations You can exchange the assignment of two preset stations with each other.
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS RDS data contains various information such as PI (Program Identification), PS (Program Service name), PTY (Program Type), RT (Radio Text), CT (Clock Time), EON (Enhanced Other Networks), etc. The RDS function is carried out among the network stations. This unit can receive PI, PS, PTY, RT, CT, and EON data when receiving RDS broadcasting stations. ■ PS (Program Service name) mode: The name of the RDS station being received is displayed.
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS ■ To cancel this function PTY SEEK Function Press PTY SEEK MODE twice. If you select the desired program type, the unit automatically searches all preset RDS stations that are broadcasting a program of the required type. 1 ■ Program types in the PTY mode There are 15 program types to classify RDS stations.
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS 2 EON Function EON Lights up Note PS • This function can only be used when an RDS station that offers the EON data service is being received. When such a station is being received, the “EON” indicator lights up on the display. AB EON PTY SEEK MODE START TREBLE BALANCE PRESET /TUNING SPEAKERS A B Flashes PS 6CH INPUT FM/AM INPUT PROGRAM EFFECT PRESET/TUNING BASS EXT.
RECORDING A SOURCE Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording component. Refer to the instructions for these components.
ADVANCED OPERATION SET MENU 1 Press SET MENU to enter the SET MENU. 2 Press PRG– (or PRG+) repeatedly to select the item (1 to 9) you want to adjust. y • You can adjust the items on the SET MENU while playing a source. 1 SPEAKER SET INTRODUCTION The SET MENU consists of 9 items including the speaker mode setting. Use the SET MENU to enjoy the optimum audio/video playback for your system. CENTER SP MAIN SP BASS OUT y MAIN LVL HP TONE CTRL 3 I/O ASSIGN 4 INPUT MODE 5 DOLBY D.
SET MENU 4 Press – or + repeatedly to change the setting of the item. ■ CENTER SP (center speaker mode) By adding a center speaker to your speaker configuration, the unit can provide good dialog localization for many listeners and superior synchronization of sound and images. Choices: LRG (large), SML (small), NON (none) Initial setting: LRG 5 Press PRG– (or PRG+) repeatedly until the input source name appears to exit from the SET MENU.
SET MENU ■ MAIN LVL (main level mode) Choices: LRG (large), SML (small), NON (none) Initial setting: LRG Change this setting if you cannot match the output level of the center and rear speakers with the main speakers because of the unusually high-efficiency performance of the main speakers. LRG Select this if you have large left and right rear speakers or if a rear subwoofer is connected to the rear speakers. The entire range of the rear channel signal is directed to the left and right rear speakers.
SET MENU 3 I/O ASSIGN 5 DOLBY D. SET (Dolby Digital set) It is possible to assign jacks according to the component to be used if this unit’s DIGITAL INPUT jack settings (component names for jacks) differ from that component. This makes it possible to change the jack assignment and effectively connect more component. Once you assign, you can select that component with INPUT l / h (or the input selector buttons).
SET MENU 6 DTS SET (DTS LFE level) 8 DISPLAY SET This setting is effective only when this unit decodes DTS signals. ■ DIMMER INTRODUCTION You can adjust the brightness of the display. Use this feature to adjust the output level of the LFE (lowfrequency effect) channel when playing back a DTS signal. The LFE signal carries the low-frequency special effect sound which is only added to certain scenes. Control range : –4 to 0 Initial setting: 0 Control range (dB): –10 to +10 Initial setting: 0 dB 9 MEM.
DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS When using the digital sound field processor with the Dolby Pro Logic decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder, you can adjust the delay time between the main sound and sound effect, and each speaker’s output level as you wish. If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of each speaker even if it has already been adjusted in “ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE” procedure.
DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS Notes Adjusting Method Adjustments should be performed with the remote control while watching the information on the display. Press TIME/LEVEL repeatedly to select the item you want to adjust. Each time you press TIME/LEVEL, the selected item changes and appears on the display as below. CENTER Delay time Center speaker output level R SUR. Right rear speaker output level L SUR.
SLEEP TIMER The SLEEP timer can be used to automatically set this unit in the standby mode. This timer is useful when you are going to sleep while enjoying a broadcast or other desired input source. The SLEEP timer can only be set with the remote control. Note • The SLEEP timer is effective for the components connected to the AC OUTLET(S) on the rear panel of this unit. Setting the SLEEP Timer Play a source you want to enjoy when you are going to sleep.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM INTRODUCTION A digital sound field processor (DSP) based on the latest YAMAHA technology is built into this unit. It is possible to play back various sound fields for the source you are listening to. Note • Regardless of the program name and characteristics listed in the table below, select the sound field program that sounds best to you. Hi-Fi DSP Programs ■ For audio sources: Nos. 1 to 4 No.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM ■ For movie programs: Nos. 7 to 9 No. 7 Program (group) Sub-program MOVIE THEATER 1 SPECTACLE Input source 70 mm SPECTACLE Analog, PCM, Dolby Digital in 2-channel DGTL SPECTACLE Dolby Digital (5.1-channel) DTS SPECTACLE DTS SCI-FI 8 70 mm SCI-FI Analog, PCM, Dolby Digital in 2-channel DGTL SCI-FI Dolby Digital (5.1-channel) DTS SCI-FI DTS MOVIE THEATER 2 ADVENTURE 70 mm ADVENTURE Analog, PCM, Dolby Digital in 2-channel DGTL ADVENTURE Dolby Digital (5.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM ■ MOVIE THEATER 1 and 2 The 6-channel soundtracks found on 70-mm film produce precise sound field localization and rich, deep sound without using matrix processing. This unit’s MOVIE THEATER 70 mm programs provide the same quality of sound and sound localization that 6-channel soundtracks do. sound field ADVANCED OPERATION When the input source is encoded with Dolby Digital (5.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below when the unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit in the standby mode, disconnect the power cord and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. ■ General Problem The unit fails to turn on when STANDBY/ON (or POWER) is pressed, or enters in the standby mode soon after the power has been turned on. No sound and/or no picture.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page The sound effect is off. Press EFFECT to turn it on. 25 A Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS decoding DSP program is being used with material not encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS. Select another DSP program. 43, 44 No sound from the center speaker. The output level of the center speaker is set to minimum. Raise the level of the center speaker. 40 “CENTER SP” in the SET MENU is set to NON.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Turn on the power to the component. Refer to page The volume level cannot be increased, or the sound is distorted. The effect and surround sounds cannot be recorded. The component connected to the REC OUT jacks of this unit is turned off. A source cannot be recorded. A source component is only connected to the digital input jacks of this unit. Connect the source component to the analog input jacks of this unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Tuner Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page 26 27 Adjust the antenna position to eliminate multipath interference. 26 The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. The station is too weak. Use the manual tuning method. 27 Use a high-quality directional FM antenna. 26 Previously preset stations can no longer be tuned in. The unit has been disconnected for a long period. Re-store the stations.
SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION VIDEO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power for Main, Center, Rear 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 ohms ...................................... 65 W • Video Signal Type .......................................................................... PAL • Maximum Power 1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 8 ohms ......................................................... 75 W • DIN Standard Output Power [Europe model only] 1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 4 ohms .........................................................
GLOSSARY ■ LFE 0.1 channel Dolby Surround uses a four analog channel recording system to reproduce realistic and dynamic sound effects: two left and right main channels (stereo), a center channel for dialog (monaural), and a rear channel for special sound effects (monaural). The rear channel reproduces sound within a narrow frequency range. Dolby Surround is widely used with nearly all video tapes and laser discs, and in many TV and cable broadcasts as well.
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.
INDEX M AC outlets ...................................................................................... 18 Antennas ........................................................................................ 26 Memory back-up ............................................................... 28, 36, 41 MEM. GUARD (SET MENU) ...................................................... 39 Muting ........................................................................................... 22 B BALANCE .................
GB RX-V420RDS YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD.
Connection Guide (when listening to a digital 5.1-channel source) Main speakers A DVD player OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L S VIDEO OUT Main speakers B VIDEO OUT R R OPTICAL OUT S VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L O L R L VIDEO OUT R V S DIGITAL INPUT CD R TUNER AM ANT GND SPEAKERS + — + — L FM ANT A COAXIAL 75 UNBAL.