Natural Sound Stereo Receiver 55W + 55W (8) RMS Output Power, 0.04% THD, 20 20,000 Hz High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability Continuously Variable Loudness Control Source Direct Switch to Reproduce the Purest Source Sound 40-Station Random Preset Tuning IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning System Remote Control Capability
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo receiver.

RX-460

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.

OWNERS MANUAL

IMPORTANT! Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols

CONTENTS

Safety Instructions.2 Supplied Accessories.3 Connections..4 Operations.7 Tuning Operations.10 Remote Control Transmitter.12 Troubleshooting..14 Specifications..15
Model: Serial No.: The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.
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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed. Water and Moisture The unit should not be used near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Carts and Stands The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. A unit and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. Ventilation The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Heat The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. Power Sources The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 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 unit. Cleaning The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Nonuse Periods The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the unit. Damage Requiring Service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or The unit has been exposed to rain; or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged. Servicing The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those means described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.

18 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.
19 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 81020)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 81021) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

A. B. C. D. E. 16

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT
To ensure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place away from windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust, moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and water. Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage. Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the set, contact your dealer. Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When moving the set, first turn the unit off. Then gently disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to other equipment. Never pull the cord itself. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
Always set the volume control to before starting the audio source play: increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after the play is started. To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord and remove the antenna cable during an electrical storm.
Be sure to read the Troubleshooting section on common operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty. Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlets on the rear panel if that equipment requires more power than the outlets are rated to provide.

FCC INFORMATION

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA. 3. NOTE : This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class B digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit OFF and ON, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620. The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.

Indoor FM Antenna

AM Loop Antenna
Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)
Remote Control Transmitter

CONNECTIONS

Before attempting to make any connections to or from this unit, be sure to first switch OFF the power to this unit and to any other components to which connections are being made.

AUDIO CONNECTIONS

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 owners manual for each component to be connected to this unit.

Speakers A

Video cassette player etc.

Tape deck 1

Tape deck 2 Right Left

(U.S.A. model)

To AC model
Right Turntable Compact disc player Speakers B
: Refer to ABOUT THE ACCESSORY TERMINALS on page 5.

CONNECTING SPEAKERS

Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge, cut to be 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, + and markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass. Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch the metal parts of this unit as this could damage this unit and/or speakers. q One or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit. If you connect only one speaker system, connect it to either the SPEAKERS A or B terminals. q Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear of this unit. How to Connect: Red: positive (+) Black: negative ()

Press up the tab. Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4) insulation from the speaker wires.] Press down the tab and secure the wire.
ABOUT THE ACCESSORY TERMINALS

AC OUTLETS

(U.S.A., Canada Europe and General models)..2 SWITCHED OUTLETS (Australia and U.K. models)...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 units POWER switch or the provided remote control transmitters POWER key. These outlets will supply power to any component whenever this unit is turned on. The maximum power (total power consumption of components) that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS is 100 watts (200 watts for U.S.A. and General models).
REMOTE CONTROL (PHONO) connector
If you have a YAMAHA turntable with the mark, connect it to this connector by using the cable provided with the turntable. This connection allows you to control the turntable from the provided remote control transmitter.
GND terminal (For turntable use)
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to this terminal will minimize hum, but in some cases better results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminals correctly, referring to the following figure. 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.

Outdoor FM antenna

Indoor FM antenna (included)

Outdoor AM antenna

AM loop antenna (included)

300-ohm feeder

75-ohm coaxial cable
75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter

Ground

Connecting the AM loop antenna
Orient so that the best reception is obtained.
* The antenna may be hung on a wall. * The AM loop antenna should be kept being connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
GND terminal For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground. A good earth ground is a metal stake driven into moist earth.
Notes When connecting the indoor FM antenna, make sure that the grooved part of the connector hole is facing downward. q If you need an outdoor FM antenna to improve FM reception quality, either 300-ohm feeder or coaxial cable may be used. In locations troubled by electrical interference, coaxial cable is preferable.

OPERATIONS 3 1,4

TO PLAY A SOURCE
Play the source. (For detailed information on the tuning operations, refer to the page 10.)

VOLUME

Set to the

position.

Adjust to the desired output level.
Select a desired input source.

MONITOR

TAPE 2
If desired, adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, etc. (Refer to page 9.)

AUX TUNER CD PHONO

TAPE 1
* The name of the selected input source will appear in the display. * Note that pressing on each input selector selects the source which is connected to the corresponding input terminals on the rear panel.
Note In the step 3, if two or more program sources are selected at the same time (by using input selectors), be sure to remember the priority order of the input sources. Priority order of sources: 1) TAPE 1, 2) TAPE 2, 3) AUX, TUNER, CD or PHONO. q If you select AUX, TUNER, CD or PHONO, be sure that TAPE 1 and/or TAPE 2 are not being selected. q If you select TAPE 1 and TAPE 2 at the same time, the result will be the sound from the tape deck 1. q If you select both AUX and TAPE 1 at the same time, the result will be the sound from the tape deck 1.
Select the speakers to be used.

SPEAKERS A

* If you use two speaker systems, press both the A and B switches.
TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE
Select the source to be recorded.
Notes q VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS control settings have no effect on the material being recorded. q To dub from tape to tape, only the following one way of dubbing can be performed.
SOURCE. To dub from tape to tape, refer to the Notes shown at * right. * When selecting AUX, TUNER, CD or PHONO, be sure that TAPE 1 and/or TAPE 2 are not also selected. Tape deck connected to the TAPE 2 terminals.

RECORDER

Tape deck connected to the TAPE 1 terminals.
Play the source and then turn the VOLUME control up to confirm the input source. (For detailed information on the tuning operations, refer to the page 10.)
Set the tape deck in the recording mode.
To monitor the audio signals being recorded, press the input selector button for the tape deck being used to make the recording.

TAPE 2 TAPE 1 AUX TUNER

CD PHONO
Adjusting the BALANCE control
Adjust the balance of the output volume to the left and right speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused from speaker location or listening room conditions.

BALANCE

Selecting the SPEAKER system
Because one or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit, the SPEAKERS switches allow you to select speaker system A or B, or both at once.
Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE controls

DEFEAT

Adjusting the continuously variable LOUDNESS control
This control provides compensation for the human ears loss of sensitivity to high and low-frequency ranges at low volume. This control is adjustable to retain full tonal range at any volume level.

TREBLE

LOUDNESS

20dB I0

Set to the FLAT position.
: Turn this clockwise to increase (or counterclockwise to decrease) the low frequency response.
TREBLE : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counterclockwise to decrease) the high frequency response.
Set to the loudest listening level that you would listen to.
Turn so that the desired volume can be achieved.
Using the SOURCE DIRECT switch
You can enjoy the purest possible sound from your audio sources by setting this switch ON. By doing so, the audio signal bypasses the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, eliminating any alterations to the audio signal.
When you listen with headphones
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack. When listening with headphones privately, set both the SPEAKERS A and B switches to the OFF position.

PHONES

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).

3,4,3 3

AUTOMATIC TUNING MANUAL TUNING
Select the reception band (FM or AM) while watching the display.

TUNING MODE

AUTO/MANL MONO

STEREO

AUTO TUNING

AUTO TUNING goes off.

TUNING
Tune to a desired station manually.
To tune to a higher frequency, press the right side once. To tune to a lower frequency, press the left side once.
* To continue tuning search, press and hold the button. If the station where tuning search stopped is not the desired one, follow step 3 again.
Note If you tune to an FM station manually, it is received in monaural mode only to increase the signal quality.
* If the tuning search does not stop at the desired station (because the signals of the station are weak), change to the MANUAL TUNING method.

Display information

Displays the band and frequency of the received station. Indicates the signal level of the received station. Illuminates when an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient

signal strength is received.

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 per page) can be stored.

TO PROGRAM STATIONS

TO RECALL A PRESET STATION
Tune to a desired station. (Refer to the previous page for tuning procedures.)
Select the page where the preset station is stored.

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET

PRESET MEMORY

MEMORY
Flashes on and off for about 5 seconds.

PRESET STATION

DOWN UP
Select a desired page (A E) of preset stations while watching the display.
Select the preset station number.
Select a preset station number while watching the display before MEMORY goes off from the display.
Notes q A new setting can be programmed in place of the former one. q For presets, the setting of the reception mode (stereo or monaural) is stored along with the station frequency. Memory back-up The memory back-up circuit prevents the programmed data from being lost even if the POWER switch is set off or the power plug is disconnected from the AC outlet or the power is cut due to temporary power failure. If, however, the power is cut for more than one week, the memory may be erased. If so, it can be re-programmed by simply following the PRESET TUNING steps.

PRESET STEREO

Shows the displayd station has been programmed to A1.
* In the same way, program other stations to A2, A3. A8. * You can program more stations on other pages in the same way by selecting other pages in step 2.
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
The remote control transmitter provided with this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of the unit. If the CD player, turntable, equalizer, and tape deck connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility (components with an mark), then this remote control transmitter will also control various functions of each component. Please consult YAMAHA dealer for information on which components are compatible with the remote control transmitter.
KEY FUNCTIONS For Controi of This Unit

Turns the power on/off.

POWER PHONO PLAY/CUT SKIP PLAY CD
The power to the receiver is automatically turned off one hour after this key is pressed (so that SLEEP illuminates in the display).

SEARCH

PAUSE/STOP

DISC SKIP

Selects input source.
EQ ON/FLAT AUX DIR B TAPE 1

EQ PRESET

DECK A/B

REC PAUSE

REC MUTE MONITOR
Turns the volume level up/down.
For Other Component Control
Identify the remote control transmitter keys with your components keys. If these keys are identical, their function will be the same. On each key function, refer to the corresponding instruction on your components manual.

SLEEP POWER

Starts/stops record play on turntable. Controls tuner + : Selects higher preset station number. : Selects lower preset station number. A/B/C/D/E: Selects the page (A E) of preset stations.
PHONO PLAY/CUT SKIP PLAY CD
Controls compact disc player. * DISC SKIP is applicable only to compact disc auto changer.

EQ ON/FLAT

Controls equalizer. * + and keys select any preset equalizer curve whenever they are pressed.
Controls tape deck. * DIR A, B and DECK A/B are applicable only to double cassette tape deck. * For a single cassette deck with automatic reverse function, pressing DIR A will reverse the direction of tape running.
STANDBY mode (Europe model only) While the power is on, pressing the POWER key on the remote control transmitter switches the unit to the STANDBY mode. (In this mode, the indicator is half illuminated.) POWER on mode STANDBY mode
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
Battery installation Remote control transmitter operation range

Remote control sensor

Within approximately 7 m (23 feet)

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 q Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement. q Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) q Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time. q If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.
Notes q There should be no large obstacles between the remote control transmitter and the main unit. q If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by strong lighting (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.), it might cause the remote control transmitter not to work correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting.

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 The unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch is pressed. No sound. CAUSE Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely inserted. Incorrect output cord connections. Appropriate input selector is not pressed. The sound suddenly goes off. Amplifier Only one side speaker outputs the sound. The protection circuit has activated because of short circuit etc. Incorrect setting of the BALANCE control Incorrect cord connection. Sound hums. Incorrect cord connections. No connection from the turntable to the GND terminal. The volume level is low while playing a record. FM stereo reception is noisy. The record is being played on a turntable with an MC cartridge. Because of the characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts, this is limited to cases where the transmitter is too far or the antenna input is poor. There is multipath interference. The station is too weak. Weak signal or loose antenna connections. REMEDY Firmly plug in the power cord. Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. Press the appropriate input selector corresponding to the input source. Turning the unit off and then on will reset the protection circuit. Adjust it to the appropriate position. Connect cord properly. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective. Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem persists, the cord may be defective. Make the GND connection between the turntable and this unit. The player should be connected to the receiver through the MC head amplifier. Check the antenna connections. Try using a multiple element FM antenna. Adjust antenna placement to eliminate multipath interference. Use Manual tuning mode. Use high quality directional FM antenna. Use Manual tuning mode. Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and rotate it for best reception. Noises will result from ligtning, fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment. A television set is being used nearby. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of flourescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of the main unit. The batteries of this remote control transmitter are too weak. Power cord of this unit is not plugged. Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This will help somewhat but it is difficult to eliminate all noise. Move the television away. Change position of the main unit.
Remote control transmitter
There is distortion and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. A desired station cannot be tuned in with Auto tuning. A desired station cannot be tuned in with Auto tuning. There are continuous crackling and hissing noises. There are buzzing and whining noises (especially in the evening). The remote control transmitter does not work.

The distance or range within which the remote control transmitter can be used decreases. The sound is degraded when monitoring is performed by using the headphones connected to the compact disc player or cassette deck which are connected with this unit.
Replace the batteries with new ones. Plug in the power cord.

Others

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION

Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.04% THD..55W+55W 6 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD [U.S.A.,Canada and General models]..60W+60W Dynamic Power per Channel (by IHF Dynamic Headroom measuring method) [U.S.A., Canada and General models] 8/6/4/2 ohms..85/100/120/130W [Australia, Europe and U.K. models] 8/6/4/2 ohms..90/105/125/140W DIN Standard Output Power per Channel 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7% THD [Europe model only]..70W IEC Power 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.04% THD [Europe model only]..77W Power Band Width 8 ohms, 20W, 0.1% THD.10 Hz to 40 kHz Damping Factor 8ohms, 1 kHz...50 Input Sensitivity/Impedance PHONO MM..2.5 mV/47 k-ohms CD/TAPE/AUX.150 mV/50 k-ohms Maximum Input Signal (1 kHz, 0.01% THD) PHONO MM...80 mV Output Level/Impedance REC OUT.150 mV/550 ohms Headphone Jack Rated Output/Impedance 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.04% THD Output Level..0.4V Impedance..390 ohms Frequency Response (20 Hz to 20 kHz) CD/TAPE/AUX..00.5 dB RIAA Equalization Deviation PHONO MM..00.5 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz) PHONO MM to REC OUT (3V).0.01% CD/TAPE/AUX to SP OUT (27.5W/8 ohms)..0.02% Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network) PHONO MM (5 mV Input Shorted).82 dB CD/TAPE/AUX (Input Shorted).103 dB Residual Noise (IHF-A Network).140 V Channel Separation (Vol. 30 dB) PHONO MM (Input Shorted 1 kHz)..55 dB CD/TAPE/AUX (Input 5.1 k-ohms Terminated 1 kHz)..55 dB Tone Control Characteristics BASS: Boost/cut..10 dB (50 Hz) TREBLE: Boost/cut.10 dB (20 kHz) Continuous Loudness Control.. 20 dB (1 kHz) (Level related equalization)

AM SECTION

Tuning Range [U.S.A., Canada and General models]..530 to 1,710 kHz [Australia, U.K. and Europe models]..531 to 1,611 kHz Usable Sensitivity..100 V/m Selectivity..32 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio.50 dB Image Response Ratio..40 dB Spurious Response Ratio.50 dB Harmonic Distortion..0.3%

FM SECTION

Tuning Range [U.S.A. and Canada models]..87.5 to 107.9 MHz [Australia, Europe, U.K. and General models]..87.5 to 108.0 MHz 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity (IHF, 75 ohms) [Except Europe model] Mono.1.55 V (15.1 dBf) Stereo..21 V (37.7 dBf) Usable Sensitivity (75 ohms) (30 dB S/N Quieting, 1 kHz, 100% mod.) [Except Europe model]..0.8 V (9.3 dBf) DIN, Mono (S/N 26 dB) [Europe model]...0.9 V DIN, Stereo (S/N 46 dB) [Europe model]..24 V Image Response Ratio [Except Europe model]..45 dB [Europe model]..80 dB IF Response Ratio..80 dB Spurious Response Ratio.70 dB AM Suppression Ratio..55 dB Capture Ratio..1.5 dB Alternate Channel Selectivity [Except Europe model]..85 dB Selectivity (two signals, 40 kHz Dev.) [Europe model]..70 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF) Mono/Stereo [Except Europe model].81 dB/76 dB (DIN-Weighted, 40 kHz Dev.) Mono/Stereo [Europe model]..75 dB/70 dB Harmonic Distortion Mono/Stereo (1 kHz) [Except Europe model].0.1/0.2% Stereo (40 kHz Dev.) [Europe model]..0.2% Stereo Separation (1 kHz)..50 dB Frequency Response 30 Hz to 13 kHz.0 0.5 dB 20 Hz to 15 kHz.0 1.5 dB
Output Level/Impedance FM (100% mod., 1 kHz) [Except Europe model]..500 mV/3.2 k-ohms [Europe model (40 kHz Dev.)]..400 mV/3.2 k-ohms AM (30% mod., 400 Hz) [Except Europe model]..150 mV/3.2 k-ohms [Europe model].150 mV/3.2 k-ohms

GENERAL

Power Supply [U.S.A. and Canada models]..AC 120V, 60 Hz [Australia and U.K. models]..AC 240V, 50 Hz [Europe model].AC 230V, 50 Hz [General model]..AC 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption [Canada model].270 VA, 250W [U.S.A., Australia, U.K. and General models]..170W [Europe model]..130W AC Outlets 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS [Canada and Europe models]..100W max. total [U.S.A. and General models]..200W max. total 1 SWITCHED OUTLET [Australia and U.K. models]..100W max. total Dimensions (W x H x D)..435 x 131 x 292 mm (17-1/8 x 5-3/16 x 11-1/2) Weight.6.1 kg (13 lbs. 7 oz.) Accessories..AM loop antenna Indoor FM antenna Remote control transmitter Batteries Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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FACT FILE

q 6.1 channel q Dolby Digital/ EX,
DTS/ES, Dolby Pro-Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6 q YPAO auto set-up q HDTV-ready component video switching q 7 x 95W output

Yamaha RX-V650

amahas latest receiver, the 460 RX-V650, is a 6.1 channel model with a host of features that would have set a difficult standard to better for even 1,000 models until recently. Key among the features usually only found on more expensive models is the YPAO set-up microphone, which allows accurate installation, and the set-up procedure runs smoothly, quickly and automatically from the onscreen display. One of only a handful of products that come with automatic set-up so far, this is the cheapest and one of the best. Aside from the subwoofer set-up (which routinely gets distance entirely wrong, but at least does not set the sub far too high), this is decimetre correct and more accurate than ears alone. If you want to change parameters or perform a manual set-up, that is possible through the OSD, too. The lack of a flip-down front panel means the titanium finish is not as minimalist as previous models, but placing everything permanently on display makes the V650 more readily accessible. The remote and display are typically Yamaha. The thin yellow display is readable but not too garish and the remote can control up to nine other products (through manufacturer codes) but becomes bewildering when so used. Like many new products with high-end credentials, the component video switching circuit now features wide bandwidth connections for next generation highdefinition sources. These are matched with a wealth of composite and S-video sources and enough audio inputs to cope

AV receiver 460

free from the sort of in yer face brashness often found in mid-price amplifiers and receivers. It is also an extremely dynamic sound, unless played at Motorhead levels. Once again, this is much to do with the effortless control of the processor but also shows just how good the amplifier stages can be, too. The Yamaha has that effortless coherence and real-world scale of good amplifiers. But most would trade oomph for the overall smoothness of the Yamaha. Charles Darwin would be rightly proud of the RX-V650. Products are evolving at a pace and if receivers are subject to the same survival of the fittest necessity that lobe fishes and chimps abide by, then the RX-V650 is a true survivor Alan Sircom
FEATURES AV Receiver; 7 x 95W per channel RMS; Dolby Digital & DD EX, DTS & DTS ES (Discrete and Matrix), Dolby Pro-Logic II/IIx (Movies, Music), DTS Neo:6 (Cinema, Music), DTS 96/24, Virtual Cinema DSP, Silent Cinema, 29x Yamaha proprietary DSP effects modes, 24/192 DACs on every channel; HDTV-ready component video; AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets; YPAO automated set-up; dimensions: 171(h) x 435(w) x 420(d)mm; weight: 12.6kg SOCKETS AV ins 3 line (1 on front), 2 tape, all with S-video and composite video; 2 component video inputs, 1 component video output; 1 S-video, 1 composite video monitor output. Audio only 1 line, 1 tape, 5.1 channel in, 7.1 channel out; digital audio 2 electrical in, 4 optical ins (1 on front); 1 optical output AM/FM aerial inputs; 7 speaker outs (+1 x speaker B main outputs), presence speaker outputs, subwoofer output; headphone socket CONTACT 166 www.yamaha-audio.co.uk TEST DATA Measured Power output: 115W, 8, 1kHz, 0.1%THD into 2 channels; 50W, 8, 1kHz, 0.1%THD into 5 channels; 170W, 4, 1kHz, 0.1%THD into 2 channels; 70W, 4, 1kHz, 0.1%THD into 5 channels Fidelity Firewall: 110W, 8, 1kHz, 0.05%THD Distortion: 0.003% at 50W (1kHz, 8) Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz 0.05dB For a full explanation of test data, see page 128
with a large and varied hi-fi and home cinema system. Yamaha has a broad spread of power output measurements on tap. It says 7 x145W (the DIN measurement) in the handout but also lists 95W (RMS) and 105W (IEC) ratings, too. Our measurements say otherwise. DSP modes include no fewer than 53 variants of 29 different soundfield modes. These include Dolby Pro-Logic II/IIx, Dolby Digital/Digital EX, DTS/DTS ES, DTS Neo:6 and 96/24 (for suitably encoded DTS 96/24 DVD-Videos). It also includes an audio delay for correcting lip-sync errors and presence channels that allow the dialogue to sound like it is lifted from the centre channel to the middle of the screen, using smart and subtle DSP.

PERFORMANCE

The amplifiers built into the RX-V650 are fine but soft and not the most powerful around. This is more than mitigated by the excellent performance of the processor, which is a real class winner. This processor power comes across as excellent steering, and near-perfect seamlessness from speaker to speaker. The amplifiers within the V650 are more than good enough to cope with and highlight the benefits of such an excellent processor. In fact, its only when playing multichannel music or playing the system at very high volume levels that the limitations of the amplifiers begin to show, as the sound hardens up and the detail tends toward brightness. Played at normal listening levels, the receiver produces rich, smooth and satisfying sounds. Used without any of the extra DSP modes, the sound is

WHATS GOOD

Set-up microphone; excellent processor; price

WHATS BAD

Lack of power; dark and chocolatey sound for some
SOUND FEATURES EASE OF USE VALUE ALSO CONSIDER.

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MARANTZ SR5400 An audio powerhouse that earns Best Buy status but it lacks Pro-Logic IIx Reviewed: Jul 04 PIONEER VSX-C501 A slimline receiver also with automatic calibration but the Yamaha sounds better Reviewed: Jul 04

OVERALL VERDICT

Rich and satisfying sounding, this receiver should be at the top of the list unless you plan on playing at ear-splitting levels
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