CinemaStation / DVD Player
Home Theater Has Evolved into An Advanced Species.
Home theater has evolved into an advanced species, and its called CinemaStation. These Yamaha systems bring you high-performance sound from a digital amplifier, five speakers and a subwoofer, and best of all, Yamahas most advanced sound technology, like CINEMA DSP and YPAO. Elegantly styled, theyre also supremely easy to use. CinemaStation: proof that evolution is a good thing.
Professional sound equalization with just one microphone in 3 minutes (DVX-S150). You just place the small microphone at the listening position and touch a button. In less than 3 minutes, the system analyzes the acoustics of the room and adjusts various speaker parameters to provide the best surround sound.
One touch to the ideal surround sound. Yamaha makes it quick and easy to select the 4 most popular surround sound programs: Movie, Music, Sports and Game. Just touch a button on the remote control and youll hear the sound field change as that program takes effect.
Easy access to the functions you want. The compact, well-designed remote control makes operating your system a simple matter. You have fast access to all the GUI (Graphical User Interface) on-screen menus, as well as one-touch selection of four surround programs via the icon buttons.

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CinemaStation DVX-S200 DVD Home Theater System
This is the home theater system youve been waiting for! Impressive performance from beautifully slim, stylish components. [Receiver] 4 DSP program icon buttons on remote unit Onscreen display with GUI (Graphical User Interface) 12 surround programs plus SILENT CINEMA and Night Listening mode QuadField CINEMA DSP for enjoying formats such as Dolby Digital EX Matrix 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 100W x 5 digital amplifier Component video output 40-station FM/AM preset tuner [DVD player] Progressive Scan 192kHz/24-bit D/A Conversion Wide disc compatibility: SA-CD, DVD-Video, DVD+RW/+R*, DVD-R/RW*, Audio CD, CD-R/RW*,**,***, MP3, VCD and SVCD [Speakers] Dual 5cm cone full-Range drivers (satellites and center) Powerful 140W Advanced YST/QD-Bass subwoofer Magnetic shielding (all speakers)
Extremely convenient home theater system with beautiful wood paneled speakers. 4 DSP program icon buttons (on front panel and remote unit) Powerful 32-bit Yamaha LSI (YSS-938) for CINEMA DSP processing SILENT CINEMA Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II compatibility Quad-Field CINEMA DSP for enjoying formats such as Dolby Digital EX Matrix 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 20W x 5 digital amplifier High sound quality satellites speakers 96kHz/24bit DAC 100W Advanced YST and QD-Bass subwoofer Remote control direct surround/center/subwoofer volume control
CinemaStation AVX-S20 Home Theater System

SPS-10MMC (Cherry)

Optional Speaker Stands for AVX-Sx 300 mm (base), mm (height)

SPS-200

Optional Speaker Stands for DVX-Smm (base), 840 mm (height) 2.6 kg
CinemaStation DVX-S150 DVD Home Theater System
This is the home theater system youve been waiting for! Impressive performance from beautifully slim, stylish components. [Receiver] YPAO 4 DSP program icon buttons on remote unit On-screen display with GUI (Graphical User Interface) 55W x 5 Yamaha original digital amplifier 12 surround programs plus SILENT CINEMA and Night Listening mode Quad-Field CINEMA DSP for enjoying formats such as Dolby Digital Matrix 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 Component video output 40-station FM/AM preset tuner [DVD player] Progressive Scan 192kHz/24-bit audio D/A conversion Wide disc compatibility: DVD-Video, DVD+RW/+R, DVD-R/RW, Audio CD, CD-R/RW, VCD, SVCD, MP3 and JPEG [Speakers] 5cm cone full-Range driver (satellites and center) Powerful 100W Advanced YST subwoofer Magnetic shielding (all speakers)
CinemaStation TSS-15 Home Theatre Sound System
The TSS-15 brings you amazingly lifelike 5.1-channel CINEMA DSP sound to enhance all your entertainment choices. One-touch CINEMA DSP selection Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II compatibility Powerful 32-bit Yamaha LSI for CINEMA DSP processing SILENT CINEMA and Night Listening mode QD-Bass technology and YST subwoofer for powerful bass response 5cm spruce cone full-range driver (5 satellites) Magnetic shielding allows placement near a TV (all speakers) 5.1/Virtual switch for using either 5.1-channel system or 3.1-channel system (virtual 5.1) Wall mountable, angle adjustable satellite speakers for optimum positioning Extensive connections: 3 digital inputs

DVD Player

Exceptionally good image and sound quality, with wide-ranging format and disc compatibility. Progressive Scanning (PAL/NTSC) CD upsampling (2x/4x) 108MHz/12-bit video D/A converter 192kHz/24-bit audio D/A converter DVD-Video, Super VCD, VCD, Audio CD, DVD+RW/+R*, DVDR/-RW* and CD-R/RW*,**,*** playback MP3, JPEG, DivX and WMA playback (multisession) with navigation display Picture CD (such as JPEG) playback with display MP3 fast forward/rewind/repeat/shuffle playback JPEG/MP3 simultaneous playback with slide show 6-step multiple zoom Easy operation with GUI (Graphical User Interface) CD Text display (English) 4 video picture modes Screen saver 3-step dimmer Sleep functions Night mode Program play PAL/NTSC conversion

SPS-80

Optional Speaker Stands for DVX-Smm (base), 650-900 mm (height) 1.9 kg

DVD-S550 DVD Player

CinemaStation New Package
DVR-S150 DVD Home Theater Receiver NX-P200 Home Theater Speaker Package
This package is not available in some areas. * Only compatible with discs that have been finalized when recording is completed. Some discs may not play due to disc characteristics or recording conditions. Only compatible with discs that have been recorded in CD-DA format or Video CD format and Super Video CD format. *** Some MP3, JPEG, DivX or WMA discs may not play due to disc characteristics or recording conditions. ** The DVD-S550 rear panel offers optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, component video output terminals (progressive/interlace), mixed 2-channel audio output, and S-Video and composite video output

HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM

AVX-S80

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON STEREO DSP

INPUT INPUT MODE VIDEO2

SILENT

MEMORY AUTO/MAN'L A/B/C/D/E PRESET/BAND PRESET/TUNING

PHONES

OPTICAL
AVX-S80: AVR-S80 + NX-S80S + NX-S80C + SW-S80

OWNERS MANUAL

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02.5.27, 9:03 PM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 5 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION... 2 FEATURES... 2 CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES.. 3 INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL... 3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS.. 4 Front panel... 4 Remote control... 5 Front panel display.. 7

REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES

OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS USING THE REMOTE CONTROL.. 32 Setting the manufacturer code... 32 Other component controlling functions.. 33

ADJUSTMENTS

SET MENU... 35 List of SET MENU items.. 35 Adjusting the items on the SET MENU. SPEAKER SET (speaker mode settings).. LFE LEVEL... SP DLY TIME (speaker delay time).. D. RANGE (dynamic range).. L/R BALANCE (balance of the front left and right speakers)... HP TONE CTRL (headphone tone control). INPUT MODE (initial input mode).. DISPLAY SET (brightness of front panel display).. SP/PRE OUT (output source settings). 39 ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF THE EFFECT SPEAKERS.. 40 CHANGING THE PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR DSP PROGRAMS... 41 Adjusting the delay time.. 41 Adjusting the parameter settings for PRO LOGIC II Music... 42

PREPARATION

PREPARATION STEPS... 8 SPEAKER SETUP... 9 Speaker placement... 9 Installing the speakers... 10 CONNECTIONS... 12 Connecting TV and audio/video components.. 12 Connecting the antennas.. 14 Connecting the speakers.. 15 Connecting to an external amplifier.. 17 Connecting the AC power cord.. 17 Turning on the power.. 17 ADJUSTING SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS. 18 Using the test tone... 18

USING BASIC FUNCTIONS

BASIC PLAYBACK... 19 Basic operations... 19 Selecting a sound field program.. 21 RECORDING... 26

APPENDIX

TROUBLESHOOTING.. 43 GLOSSARY... 46 SPECIFICATIONS.. 47

TUNING

TUNING.... 27 Automatic and manual tuning... 27 Presetting stations.. 28 Exchanging preset stations... 29 Tuning in to a preset station.. 29 RECEIVING RDS STATIONS (U.K. and Europe models only)... 30 Description of RDS data.. 30 Changing the RDS mode.. 31 PTY SEEK function... 31

English

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Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product. This product is a home theater sound system consisting of the components shown on the table at right. Please check the all components are contained without fail by referring to the table. Model name AVR-S80 NX-S80S NX-S80C SW-S80 Category AV receiver Speaker (for front/rear) Center speaker Subwoofer No. of pcs. 1 1

FEATURES

The AVX-S80 is the Home Theater Sound System that delivers a powerful and realistic sound experience like that found in a movie theater just by combining the system with the TV. The newest DSP programs will enhance the power and realism of various sources, from movies to concerts, and sporting events. Also, the SILENT CINEMA DSP program allows you to enjoy the sound field even through the headphones. Since the AVX-S80 consists of an AV receiver, a center speaker, front speakers, rear speakers and a subwoofer, you can enjoy stronger bass and surround effects as well as a good balance throughout the speakers. Moreover, the One-touch connection of the speaker connectors designed exclusively for this system allows you to easily connect the speakers.

Press the part and slide off the battery compartment cover. Insert the two batteries (AA, R06, UM-3 type) with + and oriented properly. Slide the cover back on so that it snaps into place.
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel
1 STANDBY/ON Turns this system on, or set it to the standby mode. When you turn this system on, you will hear a click and there will be a 4 to 5-second delay before this system can reproduce sound. Standby mode In this mode, this system will consume a small amount of power in order to receive infrared-signals from the remote control. 2 Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control. 3 Front panel display Shows information about the operational status of this system. 4 STEREO Switches between normal stereo and DSP effect reproduction. When STEREO is selected, 2-channel signals are directed to the front left and right speakers without effect sounds. 5 VOLUME +/ Controls the output level of all audio channels. This does not affect the output level at the VCR OUT jacks. 6 PHONES ( SILENT) Allows you enjoy DSP effect for private listening with headphones. When you connect headphones, no signals are output to the speakers.
7 VIDEO 2 jacks These jacks are for connecting a video component such as a camcorder or video game player. To select the component connected to these jacks, select VIDEO2 with the INPUT button. 8 MEMORY Stores the current station in the memory. 9 AUTO/MANL Switches the tuning mode between automatic and manual. 0 A/B/C/D/E Selects preset station groups A to E. q PRESET/BAND Switches the reception band between FM and AM and also the mode between the tuning mode and the preset mode. w d PRESET/TUNING u Selects preset station numbers 1 to 8 or the tuning frequency. e DSP Selects the DSP program. This button is disabled when the stereo mode is selected by the STEREO button. r INPUT Selects the input source you want to listen to or watch. t INPUT MODE Sets the priority for the types of input signals (AUTO, DTS, ANALOG) to receive when one component is connected to both digital and analog input jacks.

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Front panel display

MATRIX
DIGITAL PRO LOGIC/ DSP PCM

VIRTUAL B. BOOST SP PRE

88888888888888

PRO LOGIC/

SILENT DVD/CD VIDEO 1VIDEO 2 VCR TUNER STEREO AUTO TUNED PS PTY RT CT MOVIE THTR 12ENTERTAINMENT DTSDOLBY DIGITALPRO LOGIC PTY HOLD MEMORY L C R SLEEP dB ms MUTE LFE RL RC RR
1 Decoder indicators Lights up when the t, g, MATRIX are activated.
q DSP indicator Lights up when you select DSP programs. w v indicator Lights up when this system is reproducing PCM (pulse code modulation) digital audio signals. e B. BOOST indicator Lights up when BASS BOOST is ON. (But it does not light up when headphones are connected.) r DSP program indicators The name of the selected DSP program lights up when the ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIE THEATER 1, MOVIE THEATER 2 or V/DTS SURROUND DSP program is selected. t Multi-information display Shows the current DSP program name and other information when adjusting or changing settings. y SLEEP indicator Lights up while the sleep timer is on. u MUTE indicator Flashes while the MUTE function is on. i Input channel indicator Indicates the channel components of input signals being received. o RDS indicator (U.K. and Europe models only) The name(s) of the RDS data offered by the currently received RDS station light(s) up. PTY HOLD indicator lights up while searching for stations in the PTY SEEK mode.
2 VIRTUAL indicator Lights up in the Virtual CINEMA DSP mode. 3 Headphones indicator Lights up when headphones are connected. 4 SP/PRE indicator The indicator of the item selected in 9 SP/PRE OUT on the SET MENU lights up. (But it does not light up when headphones are connected.) 5 SILENT indicator Lights up when headphones are connected while the digital sound field processor is on. 6 Input source indicator Shows the current input source with a cursor. 7 STEREO indicator Lights up when this system is receiving a strong signal for an FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicator is lit. 8 AUTO indicator Shows that this system is in the automatic tuning mode. 9 TUNED indicator Lights up when this system is tuned to a station. 0 MEMORY indicator Flashes to show a station can be stored.
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PREPARATION STEPS

In order to enjoy sound and video images with this sound system, follow the procedures as described below. See each page for details. Installing batteries in the remote control (P.3) Before connecting components Do not connect this system or other components to the mains power until all connections between the 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 operation instructions for each component to be connected to this system. Insert the plugs properly. The speakers may not output any sound or may output noise if they are not inserted properly. The name of jack corresponds to input selector. The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of AVRS80 and SW-S80 must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110-120V/220-240V AC, 50/60 Hz. (China, Korean and General models only)

AVR-S80 (General model)

VOLTAGE SELECTOR
Speaker setup (P.9) Speaker placement (P.9) Installing the speakers (P.10)
Connections (P.12 17) Connecting TV and audio/video components (P.12) Connecting the antennas (P.14) Connecting the speakers (P.15) Connecting the AC power cord (P.17) Turning on the power (P.17)
Adjusting speaker output levels (P.18)

110 120V

220 240V

SW-S80 (General model)

220V240V II0VI20V
After connecting components Check them again to make sure they are correct.
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SPEAKER SETUP

This system has been designed to provide the best soundfield quality with a 5-speaker system, using front left and right speakers, rear left and right speakers and a center speaker. The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus effect sounds. The rear speakers are used for effect and surround sounds. The center speaker is for the center sounds (dialog, vocals, etc.).

Speaker placement

Refer to the following diagram when you place the speakers.
Center speaker Front speaker (R) Subwoofer Rear speaker (R)
If you do not use any of effect speakers (rear and/or center), change the settings of SPEAKER SET items at the SET MENU (p.36) to designate the signals to other terminals you connect speakers to. If you use speakers (with different tonal qualities) instead of the included speakers, 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 manufacturer or speakers with the same tonal quality.

1.8 m (6 feet)

Front speaker (L) Rear speaker (L)
Front speakers Place the front left and right speakers an equal distance from the ideal listening position. The distance between each speaker and each side of the video monitor should also be the same. Center speaker Align the front face of the center speaker with the front face of your video monitor. Place the speaker as close to the monitor as possible (such as directly over or under the monitor) and centrally between the front speakers. Rear speakers Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards, nearly 1.8 m (6 feet) above the floor. Subwoofer The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce wall reflections.

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ADJUSTING SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
This section explains how to adjust speaker output levels using the test tone generator. When this adjustment is complete, the output level heard at the listening position should be the same from each speaker. This is important for best performance of the digital sound field processor, and the various decoders (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS).

LEFT RIGHT

SUBWOOFER
Since this system cannot enter the test mode while headphones are connected to this system, be sure to unplug the headphones from the PHONES ( SILENT) jack when using the test tone.

L SUR. R SUR.

Using the test tone
Use the test tone to balance the output levels of the speakers.
The adjustment of each speaker output level should be made at your listening position using the remote control.
DVD CODE SET HALL JAZZ ROCK AMP ENTERTAINMENT
Adjust the level of the effect speakers using j/ i so that it matches the level of the front speakers. While adjusting, the test tone is heard from the selected speaker. After j or i is released, the test tone begins travelling to another speaker again.
To adjust the level of the front speakers, use VOL +/ on the remote control.

VOL + /

When adjustment is complete, press TEST to stop the test tone.

TEST ON SCREEN

B.BOOST RETURN
Press AMP. Press TEST to output the test tone. Press VOL +/ to adjust the volume of this system so you can hear the test tone. The test tone is heard (in order) from the LEFT (front left speaker), CENTER (center speaker), RIGHT (front right speaker), R SUR. (rear right speaker), L SUR. (rear left speaker), and the SUBWOOFER (subwoofer). The tone is produced for about 2 seconds from each speaker.
It is not necessary to readjust the speaker levels once they are set (as long as you do not change the speakers). You can enjoy listening to or watching the input source at the desired volume simply by pressing VOL +/ on the remote control. If the output level of the effect speakers (center, rear left, and rear right) cannot be increased enough to match the level of the front speakers, set 1E F. Level on SET MENU to 10 dB (see page 37). This setting decreases the front speaker output level to about one-third of the normal level. After you have set 1E F. Level on the SET MENU to 10 dB, adjust the levels for the center and rear speakers again.
If 1A CENTER on the SET MENU is set to NON, the level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted. The test tone skips the center speaker. If 1C REAR LR on the SET MENU is set to NON, the output level of the rear left and right speakers cannot be adjusted in step 4. The test tone will be circulated skipping the rear right and left speakers. If 1D BASS on the SET MENU is set to FRONT, the test tone will be circulated skipping the subwoofer.

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BASIC PLAYBACK

Basic operations
You can play the software loaded on the audio and video components connected to this system.
Adjust the volume to the desired level. The volume level is displayed digitally. Example: 70 dB Control range: VOLUME MUTE (minimum) to 0 dB (maximum)
If you have connected a recording component to the VCR OUT jacks, and you notice distortion or low volume during playback of other components, try turning the recording component on.
TV MODE INPUT VOL MUTE SUBTITLE REC AUDIO

Input selector buttons

I Enhancing the bass tones
First press AMP, then press B. BOOST. Bass Boost ON appears in the display. This function enhances the bass tones of the subwoofer by increasing the level of the low-range frequencies. To cancel B. BOOST mode, press B. BOOST again.

DSP program buttons

SELECT

MATRIX 6.1 STEREO

MUTE VOL + /

B.BOOST

The B. BOOST mode does not function when the headphones are connected.
Indication on the front panel display (example):

VIDEO 1 AUTO

Selected input source Input mode
If a thudding noise is heard from the subwoofer when this function is turned on, lower the subwoofer level. Otherwise, the subwoofer may be damaged due to an excessive input level of low-bass signal.

I To mute the sound

Press MUTE on the remote control. To resume the audio output, press MUTE again.

Press POWER (

) to turn on the power.
Turn on the AV component connected to this system. Press INPUT on the front panel repeatedly (one of the input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the input source. The selected input source name and input mode appear on the front panel display for a few seconds. Start playback or select a broadcast station on the source component. Refer to the operation instructions for the component.
You can also cancel mute by pressing VOL +/, etc. During muting, the MUTE indicator flashes on the front panel display.
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I When you have finished using this system
Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel (POWER ( ) on the remote control) to set this system in the standby mode.
When AUTO is selected, this system automatically determines the type of signal. If this system detects a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, the decoder automatically switches to the appropriate setting. Each time you turn on the power of this system, the input mode is set according to 7 INPUT MODE setting on the SET MENU (see page 39 for details).
I Setting the sleep timer
Use this feature to automatically set this system in the standby mode after the amount of time you have set. The sleep timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this system is playing or recording a source.

CINEMA-DSP (for video sources)

TV SPORTS

MOVIE THEATER 1/ Spectacle
CINEMA-DSP (for cinema sources)

MOVIE THEATER 1/ Sci-Fi

MOVIE THEATER 2/ Adventure MOVIE THEATER 2/ General

q/DTS/Enhanced

When you set this system in the standby mode, the current source and DSP program are memorized and are automatically selected when you turn on the power again. When you select an input source, this system automatically selects the last DSP program used with that source. The indicator does not light up when selecting program No. 9 except in Enhanced mode. The acoustics of your listening room affect the DSP program. It is recommended to use a room with fewer sound reflections to maximize the effect created by the program.
There are 9 programs with sub-programs available with this system. However, the selection depends on the input signal format and not all sub-programs can be used with all input signal formats. When a monaural source is being played with PRO LOGIC/Normal or PRO LOGIC/Enhanced, or PRO LOGIC II Movie, sound will be hardly heard from the front speakers and the rear speakers. Sound can only be heard from the center speaker. (If 1A CENTER on the SET MENU is set to NON, the center channel sound is output from the front speakers.)
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STRAIGHT DECODE

q/DTS/Normal
I Table of Program Names for Each Input Format
This system automatically chooses the appropriate decoder and DSP sound field pattern according to the input signal format.
Input 2 channel 5.1 channel DOLBY DIGITAL DTS 6.1 channel * DOLBY DIGITAL + Matrix 6.1 DTS + Matrix 6.1
ANALOG, PCM, DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS

MOVIE THEATER 1

70 mm Spectacle

DGTL Spectacle

DTS Spectacle

Spectacle 6.1

70 mm Sci-Fi

DGTL Sci-Fi

DTS Sci-Fi

Sci-Fi 6.1

70 mm Adventure

If you turn off the sound effects, no sound is output from the center or rear speakers. The volume may be greatly reduced when you turn off the sound effects or if you set 4 D. RANGE on the SET MENU to MIN. In this case turn on the sound effect. The sound of LFE channel will be directed to the front left and right or the subwoofer (or both) channels depending on the setting of 1D BASS on the SET MENU. If you turn off the sound effects while a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is being output, the dynamic range of the signal is automatically compressed and the sounds of the center and rear speaker channels are mixed and output from the front speakers.
fs: The sampling frequency of an input signal when a digital signal is input. If the frequency is not known, unknown appears on the front panel display. Audio Channels: The number of audio channels included in an input signal when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input. Rate (bit rate): The amount of data contained in an input signal per second when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input. If the bit rate is not known, unknown appears on the front panel display. Flg (flag): An identification signal contained in an input signal when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input. If the flag is not detected, None appears on the front panel display.
I About 96-kHz sampling digital signals
The digital input jacks of this system can handle 96-kHz sampling digital signals. Note the following when 96-kHz sampling digital signal is input to this system: DSP programs cannot be selected. Sound will be output as 2-channel stereo from only the front left and right speakers. (There may be sound output from the subwoofer depending on the SPEAKER SET settings on the SET MENU.) Therefore, the level of the effect speakers cannot be adjusted while listening to such a source.
I Displaying the information about input signal
During stereo reproduction, you can display information such as the type, format and sampling frequency of the signal input from the components connected to this system.
(While playing a stereo source)
Press AMP. Press d to display the information about the input signal.
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PRESET/BAND

Press d PRESET/TUNING u to tune in to the desired station manually. Hold down the button to continue the tuning search.
Manually tuning in to an FM station will automatically change the reception mode to monaural to increase the signal quality.
STEREO DSP INPUT INPUT MODE

d PRESET/TUNING u INPUT

I Automatic tuning
Press INPUT (TUNER on the remote control) to select TUNER as the input source. Press PRESET/BAND to select the reception band. (FM or AM) Each time PRESET/BAND is pressed, the mode changes as follows: FM (Tuning mode) ^ AM (Tuning mode) ^ (Preset mode) ^ FM (Tuning mode) ^.
Make sure that the colon (:) turns off when the mode switches to the tuning mode.
Press AUTO/MANL so that the AUTO indicator lights up on the front panel display. Press d PRESET/TUNING u once to begin automatic tuning. Press u to tune in to a higher frequency, or press d to tune in to a lower frequency.
Use the manual tuning method if the tuning search does not stop at the desired station because the signal is weak. When tuned in to a station, the TUNED indicator lights up and the frequency of the received station is shown on the front panel display.
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Presetting stations

MEMORY PRESET/BAND
Automatic preset tuning options You can select the preset group and number from which this system will store FM stations and/or begin tuning toward lower or higher frequencies.
Follow steps 1 and 2 described in Automatically presetting stations (for FM stations) on the left.
(After keeping MEMORY pressed for more than 3 seconds)
AUTO/MAN'L A/B/C/D/E d PRESET/TUNING u
I Automatically presetting stations (for FM stations)
This function enables this system to automatically tune in to FM stations with strong signals, and to store up to 40 (8 stations x 5 groups) of those stations in order. This feature enables you to easily tune in to any preset station by selecting the preset station number.
Press A/B/C/D/E and d PRESET/TUNING u to select the preset number under which the first station will be stored. Automatic preset tuning will stop when stations have all been stored up to E8. Press PRESET/BAND to turn off the colon (:) and then press d PRESET/TUNING u. When pressing d, automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency currently displayed toward the lower frequencies, and when pressing u, it begins toward the higher ones.
Press PRESET/BAND to select the FM band. Press AUTO/MANL so that the AUTO indicator lights up on the front panel display. Press and hold MEMORY for more than 3 seconds. The preset number and the MEMORY and AUTO indicators flash. Then, after about 5 seconds, automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency currently displayed toward the higher frequencies. When automatic preset tuning is completed, the front panel display shows the frequency of the last preset station.

You can adjust the items on the SET MENU while playing a source.

List of SET MENU items

Items 1 SPEAKER SET A CENTER B FRONT C REAR LR D BASS E F. Level LFE LEVEL SP LFE HP LFE SP DLY TIME D. RANGE SP D.R HP D.R L/R BALANCE HP TONE CTRL HP BASS HP TRBL INPUT MODE DISPLAY SET SP/PRE OUT Initial settings SML (small) SMALL SML (small) SWFR Nrm (Normal) 0 dB 0 dB 0 ms MAX MAX 0 dB for L/R 0 dB 0 dB AUTO 0 BOTH
Some items require extra steps.
Press AMP. Press SET MENU to enter the SET MENU. Press d/u repeatedly to select the item you want to adjust (1 to 9).
Pressing u cancels the SET MENU mode when the item 1 is shown on the display. (The same result is gained by pressing d when the item 9 is selected.)
Press j / i once to enter the setup mode of the selected item. The last setting you adjusted appears on the front panel display. Depending on the item, press d/u to select a sub item. Press j / i repeatedly to change the setting of the item. Press u/d repeatedly until the menu disappears or simply press one of the DSP program buttons to exit SET MENU.
In the descriptions for each item from the following page, the default setting is indicated in bold.
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1 SPEAKER SET (speaker mode settings)
Use this feature to select suitable output modes for your speaker configuration. If you do not use one or any of the included speakers, or if you use other speakers instead of the included speakers, set the following.
I 1B FRONT (front speaker mode)
Choices: LARGE, SMALL LARGE Select this if you have large front speakers. The entire range of the front left and right channel signal is directed to the front left and right speakers. SMALL Select this if you have small front speakers. The lowfrequency signals (90 Hz and below) of the front channel are directed to the speakers selected with 1D BASS.
When 96-kHz sampling digital signals are input to this system, some items are not affected.
When you select FRONT for 1D BASS, the low-frequency signals (90 Hz and below) of the front channel are directed to the front speakers even if you select SMALL for the front speaker mode.
I 1A CENTER (center speaker mode)
By adding a center speaker to your speaker configuration, this system can provide better dialog localization for several listeners and superior synchronization of sound and images. Choices: LRG (large), SML (small), NON (none) LRG Select this if you have a large center speaker. The entire range of the center channel signal is directed to the center speaker. SML Select this if you have a small center speaker. The lowfrequency signals (90 Hz and below) of the center channel are directed to the speakers selected with 1D BASS. NON Select this if you do not have a center speaker. All of the center channel signals are directed to the front left and right speakers.

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ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF THE EFFECT SPEAKERS
You can adjust the output level of each effect speaker (center, rear left and right, and subwoofer) while listening to a source.

I For 5ch Stereo

You can adjust the volume level for each channel in 5channel Stereo mode. Control range: 0 to 100% Initial Setting: 100% CT level (Center level) RL level (Rear left level) RR level (Rear right level)
DVD CODE SET AMP ROCK ENTERTAINMENT

LEVEL u,d

CH ENTER CH PRESET TEST ON SCREEN B.BOOST RETURN

(While playing a source)

Press AMP. Press LEVEL repeatedly to select the speaker(s) you want to adjust. Each time you press LEVEL, the selected speaker changes and appears on the front panel display as follows: center, rear right, rear left and subwoofer. CENTER (Center speaker) ^ R SUR. (Rear right speaker) ^ L SUR.(Rear left speaker) ^ SWFR (Subwoofer) ^ CENTER (Center speaker).
Press AMP. Press 4 button to select 5ch Stereo. Press u / d repeatedly to select the speaker(s) you want to adjust. Press j / i to adjust the speaker output level.
Once you press LEVEL, you can also select the speaker(s) to be adjusted by pressing d / u.
During the 5ch Stereo mode, the output level adjusted with the test tone or LEVEL is replaced with the level adjusted in the 5-channel stereo mode. When the speaker output modes for 1A CENTER and 1C REAR LR are set to NON, the output level of those speakers cannot be adjusted because there is no sound coming from these speakers.
Press j / i to adjust the speaker output level. The control range for the center or rear left and right speakers is from +10 dB to 10 dB. The control range for the subwoofer is from +10 dB to 10 dB.
When the speaker output modes for 1A CENTER and 1C REAR LR are set to NON, and 1D BASS to FRONT, the output level of those speakers cannot be adjusted because there is no sound coming from these speakers. When you adjust the output level with LEVEL, the settings you made with the test tone will be changed. We recommend adjusting the speakers by following the steps described in Using the test tone on page 18.
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CHANGING THE PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR DSP PROGRAMS

Adjusting the delay time

You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of the sound from the front speakers and the beginning of the sound effect from the rear speakers. The larger the value, the later the sound effect is generated. The delay time can be individually adjusted to all DSP programs.

The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. There is multipath interference.
Check the antenna connections. Try using a high-quality directional FM antenna. Use the manual tuning method. Adjust the antenna position to eliminate multipath interference.
There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method.

The station is too weak.

Use a high-quality directional FM antenna. Use the manual tuning method.
The signal is weak or the antenna connections are loose.
Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and orient it for best reception. Use the manual tuning method.
There are continuous crackling and hissing noises. There are buzzing and whining noises (especially in the evening).
Noises result from lightning, fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment. A TV set is being used nearby.
Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This will help somewhat, but it is difficult to eliminate all noise. Move this system away from the TV.

I Remote control

The remote control does not work nor function properly.

Wrong distance or angle.

The remote control will function within a maximum range of 6 m (20 feet) and no more than 30 degrees off-axis from the front panel. Reposition this system.
Direct sunlight or lighting (from an inverter type of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of this system. The batteries are weak. The manufacture code is not correctly set. Even if the manufacturer code is correctly set, there are some models that do not respond to the remote control. The functions of the remote control are not switched to the functions for controlling this system. The component you want to control with the remote control is not selected.
Replace all batteries with new ones. Set the code correctly. Try setting another code of the same manufacturer. Operate the component using its remote control. First press the AMP button on the remote control, then try to control this system by using the remote control. Select the component you want to control by pressing the corresponding input selector button.
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GLOSSARY

Bitstream
This is the digital form of multiple channel audio data (eg., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.

LFE 0.1 channel

This channel is for the reproduction of low bass signals. The frequency range for this channel is 20 Hz to 120 Hz. This channel is counted as 0.1 because it only enforces a low frequency range compared to the full-range reproduced by the other 5 channels in a Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 channel systems.