RX-V692 RX-V592 Natural Sound AV Receiver Récepteur audiovisuel “Son Naturel” Receptor AV de Sonido Natural Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV receiver. Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce récepteur audiovisuel YAMAHA. Muchas gracias por haber adquirido este receptor AV YAMAHA.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
English 19 For US customers only: Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is connected to this unit, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
CONTENTS Safety Instructions ...............Inside the Front Cover Speaker Balance Adjustment ........................20 Supplied Accessories ......................................2 Basic Operations ...........................................23 Features ..........................................................3 Tuning Operations .........................................26 Caution ............................................................4 Preset Tuning .............................................
● 5 Speaker Configuration ● Digital Sound Field Processor RX-V692 ● Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder ● Theater-like Sound Experience by the Combination of Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA DSP Technology (CINEMA DSP) Main: 80W + 80W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz Center: 80W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.07% THD, 20–20,000 Hz Rear: 40W + 40W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.3% THD, 1 kHz Main: 75W + 75W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.
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 cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or water. 3. Never open the cabinet.
Battery installation Remote control transmitter operation range English NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB 2 Remote control sensor 1 3 Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet) 30° 30° Battery replacement If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones. Notes ● Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement. ● Be sure the polarities are correct.
PROFILE OF THIS UNIT You are the proud owner of a Yamaha stereo receiver –an extremely sophisticated audio component. The Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP) built into this unit takes advantage of Yamaha’s undisputed leadership in the field of digital audio processing to bring you a whole new world of listening experiences.
English SPEAKER SETUP SPEAKERS TO BE USED This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a 5 speaker configuration. The most effective speakers to use with this unit are main speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. You may omit the center speaker. (Refer to the “4-Speaker Configuration” shown below.) The main speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. They will probably be the speakers from your present stereo system.
CONNECTIONS Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed. CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS When making connections between this unit and other components, be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each component to be connected to this unit. * If you have YAMAHA components numbered as 1, 2, 3, etc.
English * 1 2 AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED) * GND terminal (For turntable use) (U.S.A., Canada, Singapore and General models) .......................................................... 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS (Australia model) ................................. 1 SWITCHED OUTLET Use these to connect the power cords from your components to this unit. The power to the SWITCHED outlets is controlled by this unit’s POWER switch or the provided remote control transmitter’s POWER key.
Connecting with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder If you have a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit or an LD player etc. which incorporates a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder, its discrete outputs can be connected to this unit. 6CH DISCRETE OUTPUT MAIN CENTER SURROUND Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit DIGITAL IN SUB WOOFER 6CH DISCRETE INPUT DVD/LD TV/DBS GND MAIN CENTER SURROUND DIGITAL OUT 75Ω UNBAL.
English RX-V692 only CONNECTING TO S VIDEO TERMINALS If you have a video cassette recorder and a monitor equipped with “S” (high-resolution) video terminals, those terminals can be connected to this unit’s S VIDEO terminals. Connect the video cassette recorder’s “S” video input and output terminals to this unit’s S VIDEO VCR IN and OUT terminals respectively, and connect the monitor’s “S” video input terminal to this unit’s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal.
CONNECTING SPEAKERS Rear speaker Rear speaker Subwoofer system Left Right Center speaker (U.S.A. model) MAIN CENTER REAR (SURROUND) REAR (SURROUND) IMPEDANCE SELECTOR REAR 6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER CENTER SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER DUAL:3ΩMIN. /SPEAKER MAIN A OR B:4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER A B:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER CENTER C REAR 8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER CENTER SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER DUAL:4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER MAIN A OR B:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER A B:I6ΩMIN.
English How to Connect: Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge, cut as short as possible. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct, that is the + and – markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. Caution Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch any metal part of this unit.
OUTPUT terminals (for driving speakers with external amplifiers) MAIN CENTER REAR (SURROUND) SUB WOOFER REAR (SURROUND) OUTPUT terminals These terminals are for rear channel line output. There is no connection to these terminals when you use the built-in amplifier. However, if you drive rear speakers with an external stereo power amplifier, connect the input terminals of the external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of a power amplifier or an integrated amplifier) to these terminals.
English ANTENNA CONNECTIONS ● ● Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminals correctly, referring to the following diagram. Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas will probably provide sufficient signal strength. Nevertheless, a properly installed outdoor antenna will give clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may result in improvement.
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL RX-V692 1 2 3 NATURAL SOUND 4 CINEMA DSP RX–V692 AV RECEIVER 5 6 7 PRO LOGIC ENHANCED 70 mm MOVIE THEATER TV SPORTS STADIUM DISCO ROCK CONCERT JAZZ CLUB CHURCH CONCERT HALL 8 9 EFFECT VOLUME l6 VCR PRESET ROOM 2 AM FM POWER MHz TAPE 2 MONITOR MEMORY AUTO TUNING SPEAKERS SPEAKERS B ROOM 2 CONTROL A A/B/C/D/E 1 2 STEREO 0 20 40 60 3 PS PTY 4 l2 8 dB ms DIGITAL NORMAL WIDEPHANTOM l00 20 DVD/LD 28 DIGITAL ENHANCED 70 mm kHz
2 Standby mode indicator (Except U.S.A. and Canada models) While the power is on, pressing the SYSTEM POWER OFF key on the remote control transmitter switches the unit to the standby mode. In this mode, this indicator is illuminated. 3 Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control transmitter. 4 Display panel Shows various information. (Refer to page 18–19 for details.) 5 Input selector buttons Select a program source to listen to or watch.
K TUNING DOWN/UP button N CENTER MODE button Used for tuning. Press the “UP” side to tune in to higher frequencies, and press the “DOWN” side to tune in to lower frequencies. Selects a center channel output mode (NORMAL, WIDE or PHANTOM). (For details, refer to page 21.) L TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L MONO) button Connect an auxiliary video or audio input source unit such as a camcorder to these terminals. The source connected to these terminals can be selected by the corresponding input selector button.
2 MEMORY indicator When the MEMORY button is pressed, this indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. During this period, the displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using the A/B/C/D/E button and the preset station number selector buttons. 3 AUTO (TUNING) indicator Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode. 7 Center channel mode indicators The name of a selected center channel mode lights up only when a program which uses the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder is selected.
SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level balance between the main, center, and rear speakers using the built-in test tone generator. When this adjustment is performed, the sound output level heard at the listening position will be the same from each speaker. This is important for the best performance of the digital sound field processor and the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder.
English +10 ON/OFF TEST 0 TIME/LEVEL DELAY CENTER REAR SWFR SLEEP 2CH/6CH MASTER VOLUME SYSTEM POWER TV l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB VCR OFF REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER 9 7 7 Select the center channel output mode suitable for your speaker configuration. (Refer to “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION” on page 7.) CENTER MODE 8 8 Turn up the volume. NORMAL WIDE PHANTOM On the feature of each mode, refer to the “Note” shown below.
RX-V692 RX-V592 70 mm PRO LOGIC ENHANCED MOVIE THEATER 1 2 3 TV SPORTS STADIUM DISCO 4 5 6 ROCK PRO LOGIC ENHANCED V-AUX PHONO JAZZ CLUB CHURCH 7 8 HALL +10 9 TEST 11 3 STADIUM DISCO 4 5 6 PHONO 9 EFFECT HALL 7 8 ON/OFF +10 0 V-AUX 2 ROCK EFFECT CONCERT VIDEO 1 MONO MOVIE TEST ON/OFF 0 10 TIME/LEVEL DELAY CENTER REAR SWFR 11 DELAY CENTER REAR SWFR SLEEP 2CH/6CH SYSTEM POWER 10 TIME/LEVEL SLEEP 2CH/6CH MASTER VOLUME SYSTEM POWER TV MASTER VOLUME TV M
English BASIC OPERATIONS TO PLAY A SOURCE 3 2 1, 6 l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB 4 : Provided for RX-V692 only. 1 7 5 VOLUME l6 20 l2 28 8 6 4 40 Play the source. (For detailed information on the tuning operation, refer to page 26.) VOLUME l6 20 l2 28 2 60 8 0 4 40 –dB Set to the “∞” position. 2 60 0 –dB 2 Adjust to the desired output level. Turn the power on. POWER 7 3 Select the desired input source by using the input selector buttons.
To listen to a decoded source using Dolby Digital (AC-3) by reproducing the signals input to the 6CH DISCRETE INPUT DVD/LD TV/DBS terminals of this unit. TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD) 1 4 In step 3, select TV/DBS or DVD/LD, and then press the 2CH/6CH button so that “6ch” appears on the display. Discrete signals from the unit connected to the 6CH DISCRETE INPUT DVD/LD TV/DBS terminals of this unit are selected as the input signals.
Because one or two speaker systems (as main speakers) can be connected to this unit, the SPEAKERS switches allow you to select speaker system A or B, or both at once. Using the BASS EXTENSION switch English Selecting the SPEAKER system You can boost bass frequency response by setting this switch to the “ON” position. This switch is effective only on the sound from the main speakers.
TUNING OPERATIONS Normally, if station signals are strong and there is no interference, quick automatic-search tuning (AUTOMATIC TUNING) is possible. However, if signals of the station you want to select are weak, you must tune to it manually (MANUAL TUNING). l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB 1 AUTOMATIC TUNING 1 MANUAL TUNING Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on the display. RX-V692 FM/AM 3 2 FM or 1 AM Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on the display.
English PRESET TUNING MANUAL PRESET TUNING This unit can store station frequencies selected by tuning operation. With this function, you can recall any desired station by only selecting the preset station number where it is stored. Up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) can be stored. l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB 2, 1 4, 2 To recall a preset station To store stations 1 2 3 1 Tune to a desired station. (Refer to the previous page for tuning procedure.
AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING You can also make use of an automatic preset tuning function for FM stations only. By this function, this unit performs automatic tuning and stores FM stations with strong signals sequentially. Up to 40 stations are stored automatically in the same way as in the manual preset tuning method on page 27.
English EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS You can exchange the places of two preset stations with each other as shown below. l6 20 l2 28 8 4 40 2 60 0 –dB 2, 4 Example) If you want to shift the preset station on E1 to A5, and vice versa. 1 Recall the preset station on E1 (by following the method of “To recall a preset station” on page 27). 4 EDIT 2 EDIT PRESET MEMORY Flashes. 3 Next, recall the preset station on A5 by following the same method with step 1.
USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) This unit incorporates a sophisticated, multi-program digital sound field processor. The processor allows you to electronically expand and change the shape of the audio sound field from both audio and video sources, creating a theater-like experience in your listening room. You can create an excellent audio sound field by selecting a suitable sound field program (this will, of course, depend on what you will be listening to), and adding desired adjustments.
English RX-V692 only PROGRAM FEATURE 70 mm MOVIE THEATER This program is effective for playback of sources encoded with Dolby Surround. The Yamaha DSP technology is ideally combined with the Dolby Pro Logic to present you incredible listening experience of the 70 mm film movie theater. This program is ideal for precisely reproducing the sound design of the newest movies.
To play a source with the digital sound field processor 2 RX-V692 A DIR STOP RX-V592 VCR B A B DISC DIR VCR B STOP B DISC DVD/LD DVD/LD TV/DBS TV/DBS C C l6 20 l2 28 8 PRESET A/B/C/D/E PRESET 4 40 A/B/C/D/E 2 60 70 mm PRO LOGIC ENHANCED MOVIE THEATER 0 –dB 1 2 2 3 TV SPORTS STADIUM DISCO 4 5 6 ROCK 7 HALL 8 +10 9 TEST TIME/LEVEL SLEEP 2CH/6CH 2 Follow steps 1 – 6 shown in “BASIC OPERATIONS” on page 23.
English Adjustment of the CENTER LEVEL If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the center speaker even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on page 22. 1 Notes ● RX-V692 only This adjustment can be made only when the digital sound field program DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED, 70 mm MOVIE THEATER or TV SPORTS is selected, or the “6CH” input source mode is selected. Press once or more so that “CENTER” appears on the display.
Adjustment of DELAY TIME You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of the sound from the main speakers and the beginning of the effect sound from the rear speakers. The larger the value, the later the effect sound is generated. This adjustment can be made to all programs individually. 1 Press once or more so that “DELAY” appears on the display.
English SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER If you use the SLEEP timer of this unit, you can make this unit turn off automatically. When you are going to sleep while enjoying a broadcast or other desired input source, this timer function is helpful. Notes ● The SLEEP timer can be controlled only with the remote control transmitter. ● The components on which the SLEEP timer is effective are the sources connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) on the rear panel of this unit.
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER BASIC OPERATIONS (When the lid is open) The remote control transmitter provided with this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of this unit. If the CD player, tape deck, LD player etc. connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility, then this remote control transmitter will also control various functions of each component. * For basic operations, use the remote control transmitter with the lid open.
2 CD/LD player keys Controls compact disc player or LD player. (To control compact disc player, set the A/B/C switch (F) to the “A” position. To control LD player, set the A/B/C switch (F) to the “C” position.) * DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer. * STOP is applicable only to LD player. 3 Tuner keys Controls tuner. (The A/B/C switch (F) should be set to the “A” position.) +: Selects higher preset station number. –: Selects lower preset station number.
LEARNING NEW CONTROL FUNCTIONS (When the lid is open) This is a learning remote control transmitter. The shaded keys in the illustration shown below can be programmed to “learn” control functions from other remote control transmitters. By learning key-functions from other remote control transmitter, this unit can then be used in place of one or more other remote control transmitters, thus making operation of your various audio and video components more convenient.
English Note If a key which has a preset function learns a new function, the preset function will not be deleted, but disabled. When the learned function is cleared, the preset function is restored. (For information on clearing a learned function, refer to page 45.) About the marks shown on the remote control transmitter The marks on the remote control transmitter signify functions of keys, input sources, etc. Examples) (tape): (disc): (radio wave): Shows tape deck, VCR, etc.
When the lid is closed, the OPERATION CONTROL keys substitute for the keys numbered 1, 2, 3 and the (+10) key on the left illustration. To use these keys, you do not have to switch the A/B/C switch. The functions which the OPERATION CONTROL keys carry out are determined by which input selector key was pressed before you used the OPERATION CONTROL keys. Note When the lid is closed, the EFFECT, MASTER VOLUME, MUTE (RX-V692 only), TV and VCR keys will function in the same way as when the lid is open.
English MACRO OPERATIONS (When the lid is closed) Preset macro keys are originally preset with macros. If you prefer, however, you can change the contents of a macro key by storing a desired series of functions on it. You can store up to seven functions onto a macro key. (See page 44 for the learning method.) “Macro” is a command which defines a sequence of several operations. The keys shown in the illustrations below (as preset macro keys) are also preset with macros, in addition to individual functions.
Preset macro keys and the key functions which they carry out sequentially are as follows. (Also, refer to the table on page 38.
English LEARNING A NEW FUNCTION 1 Place this remote control transmitter and the other remote control transmitter so that they face each other. 5 Press and hold the key (on the other remote control transmitter) which has the function you want to store. This remote control transmitter TV RTS O SP 4 1 AD ST 2 K ZZ JA 5 AD ST 2 TV RTS O SP 4 M IU V 3 D O V U -A 2 TRANSMIT /LEARN CLEAR LEARN MACRO (Press by using the point of a mechanical pencil, etc.) Flashes slowly.
MAKING A NEW MACRO A new macro can be programmed onto any preset macro key in place of preset functions. (See page 41 to know what keys are preset macro keys.) You can make as many as 13 new macro keys. A macro key can learn as many as seven functions of other keys. Note If you store a continuous command such as lowering of volume level, it will become a short command when it is carried out as a part of macro. 1 4 TRANSMIT /LEARN CLEAR LEARN MACRO Flashes slowly.
English CLEARING LEARNED FUNCTIONS To Clear a Learned Function 1 To Clear All Learned Functions To clear a learned key function, press the LEARN button using the point of a mechanical pencil, etc. To clear a macro you made, press the MACRO button. 1 Select the kind of key functions all of which you want to clear by using the MACRO switch on the side panel of the remote control transmitter. or SLOW QUICK OFF MACRO TRANSMIT /LEARN CLEAR LEARN MACRO OFF: Flashes slowly.
TROUBLESHOOTING If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. SYMPTOM Amplifier REMEDY Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely inserted. Firmly plug in the power cord.
AUDIO SECTION Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel Main L, R 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.04% THD [U.S.A. and Canada models] ..............................................80W + 80W [Australia, Singapore and General models] ....................75W + 75W [U.S.A. and Canada models] ..............................................75W + 75W [Australia, Singapore and General models] ....................70W + 70W Center 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.07% THD [U.S.A. and Canada models] .......
Alternate Channel Selectivity [U.S.A., Canada and General models] ..............................................................85 dB Spurious Response Ratio.......................50 dB Selectivity (two signals, 40 kHz Dev. ±300 kHz) [Australia and Singapore models] ........70 dB AUDIO SECTION Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF) Mono/Stereo [U.S.A., Canada and General models] .................................................80 dB/75 dB (DIN-Weighted, 40 kHz Dev.) Mono/Stereo [Australia and Singapore models] ...
Relación de supresión de AM ...............55 dB Sensibilidad útil ...............................100 µV/m Relación de captura .............................1,5 dB Selectividad ...........................................32 dB Selectividad de canal alternativo [Modelos para EE.UU., Canadá y General] ............................................................85 dB Relación señal-ruido ..............................