RX-V540/RX-V440

AV Receiver

OWNERS MANUAL
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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.
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,

[U.S.A. and Canada models] Main: 75 W + 75 W Center: 75 W Rear: 75 W + 75 W Rear center: 75 W [Other models] Main: 65 W + 65 W Center: 65 W Rear: 65 W + 65 W Rear center: 65 W
N S-video signal input/output capability N Video Conversion (Composite Video S Video)

I About this manual

This document is the owners manual for both the RX-V540 and RX-V440. For details on various functions unique to each model, descriptions given for each model name. y indicates a tip for your operation. Some operations can be performed by using either the buttons on the main unit or on the remote control. In cases when the button names differ between the main unit and the remote control, the button name on the remote control is given in parentheses. This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part for the reason of the improvement in operativity ability, and others. In this case, the product has priority.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS, DTS-ES Extended Surround and Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc.

GETTING STARTED

Supplied accessories
After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.

Remote control

CODE SET
Batteries (4) (AAA, R03, UM-4)

AM loop antenna

TRANSMIT

SYSTEM

POWER TV CD

POWER AV MD/CD-R

STANDBY

D-TV/CBL

6CH INPUT

TV VOL

VOLUME

TV MUTE

TV INPUT
ROCK CONCERT ENTERTAINMENT

JAZZ CLUB

75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model)
Indoor FM antenna (U.S.A., Canada, China, Korea and General models)

MUSIC VIDEO

TV THEATER
MOVIE MOVIE THEATER 1 THEATER 2

/DTS SUR.

6.1/5.1

STEREO

EFFECT

LEVEL TITLE

PRESET/CH

SET MENU

A/B/C/D/E

SELECT

DISPLAY

RETURN

AUDIO DISC SKIP
(Europe, U.K., Australia and Singapore models)
Installing batteries in the remote control
Insert the batteries in the correct direction by aligning the + and marks on the batteries with the polarity markings (+ and ) inside the battery compartment.

I Notes on batteries

Change all of the batteries if you notice a decrease in the operating range of the remote control, that the indicator does not flash, or the light becoming dim. Do not use old batteries together with new ones. Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Read the packaging carefully as these different types of batteries may have the same shape and color. If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries. If the remote control is without batteries for more than 2 minutes, or if exhausted batteries remain in the remote control, the contents of the memory may be cleared. When the memory is cleared, insert new batteries, set up the manufacturer code and program any acquired functions that may have been cleared.

I Types of video jacks

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO S VIDEO

I Connecting a DVD player/digital TV/cable TV
Connect the optical digital audio signal output jack on your component to the DIGITAL INPUT jack and connect the video signal output jack on the component to the VIDEO jack on this unit.
1 VIDEO jack Conventional composite video signal. 2 S VIDEO jack RX-V540 Transmits color and luminance separately and achieves high-quality color reproduction. 3 COMPONENT VIDEO jacks Transmit color difference (PB, PR) and luminance separately and provide the best quality picture. Use the commercially available cable type specified for connecting each jack.
The unit has only one DIGITAL INPUT jack, for use with a DVD player.
Use the AUDIO jacks on this unit for a video component which does not have optical digital output jack. However, multi-channel reproduction cannot be obtained with audio signals input from the AUDIO jacks.
I Connecting a recording component
You can designate the input for the COMPONENT VIDEO A and B jacks to suit your components by using INPUT 1 I/O ASSIGNMENT on the set menu.
Signals received through the S VIDEO input jacks can be converted to composite signals in this unit and output through its VIDEO MONITOR OUT as well. (With the exception of China and General models) Signals received through the VIDEO jack on this unit can be output through the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack by setting V CONV. in OPTION 1 DISPLAY SET on the set menu to ON. When the unit receives signals through both S VIDEO and VIDEO jacks, signals input through the S VIDEO jack have priority.
Signal flow inside this unit Input

COMPONENT VIDEO S VIDEO

Connect the audio signal input jacks on your video component to the AUDIO OUT jacks on this unit. Then connect the video signal input jack on the video component to the VIDEO OUT jack on this unit for picture recording. Connect the audio signal output jacks on your component to the AUDIO IN jacks on this unit. Then connect the video signal output jack on the component to the VIDEO IN jack on this unit to play a source from your recording component.

I Speaker placement

Refer to the following diagram when you place the speakers.
Center speaker Main speaker (R) Rear speaker (R) Subwoofer Main speaker (L)

1.8 m (6 feet)

Rear center speaker Rear speaker (L)
Main speakers Place the main 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 main speakers. Rear speakers Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards, about 1.8 m (6 feet) above the floor. Rear center speaker Place the rear center speaker in the center between the rear left and right speakers at the same height from the floor as the rear speakers. Subwoofer The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. However, it is better to place the subwoofer near the main speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce wall reflections.
If you do not use any of effect speakers (rear, center and/or rear center), change the settings of SOUND 1 SPEAKER SET items at the set menu to direct signals to other terminals you have connected speakers to.
CAUTION Use magnetically shielded speakers. If these speakers still create interference with the monitor, place the speakers away from the monitor.

I Connections

Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), + (red) and (black) in accordance with the markers on this unit, the speakers, and the speaker cables. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.
CAUTION Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear panel of this unit. Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/ or the speakers.
A speaker cord is actually a pair of insulated cables running side by side. One cable is colored or shaped differently, perhaps with a stripe, groove or ridge.

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BASIC SYSTEM SETTINGS

The BASIC menu allows you to set some of the basic SOUND menu parameters with a minimum of effort. If you wish to configure the unit more precisely to suit your listening environment, use the more detailed parameters from the SOUND menu instead of those under the BASIC menu (See page 39). Altering any parameters in the BASIC menu will reset all parameters in the SOUND menu.

Using the basic menu

Use the remote control to make adjustments. Press SPEAKERS A or B on the front panel to select the main speakers you want to use. Make sure you disconnect headphones from this unit.

VCR AMP

Press u / d to change the display to the setting you want to alter. SETUP Changes the speaker and amplifier settings to suit the size of the room you are using. Refer to Setting the unit to match your speaker system for more information. SP LEVEL Adjusts the output levels of the speakers. Refer to Setting speaker output levels for more information.

2 4,7 3,5

Press j / i to enter the desired setting mode. Change the unit settings to suit your listening environment. When you have finished, the unit will automatically return to the basic menu. Press u / d to exit from the set menu. The front panel display changes in the following order:

Press AMP.

Press SET MENU. BASIC MENU appears on the front panel display, as shown here.

BASIC MENU

If the front panel display changes to show anything other than BASIC MENU, press u until it displays BASIC MENU.
Press j / i to enter into the BASIC menu. The front panel display changes as shown here:

BASIC SOUND INPUT OPTION

1 SETUP
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BASIC SOUND INPUT OPTION

Press j / i to alter the settings for each parameter. Use d to move to the next setting.

2 SP LEVEL

Press j / i to adjust the balance between each speaker and the left main speaker. Use d to move to the next setting.

1 ROOM

Choose from S/M/L.
Adjust the balance between the main left and right speakers.

2 SUBWOOFER

Choose either of YES/NONE.
Adjust the balance between the main left and center speakers.

3 SPEAKERS

Choose from 2/3/4/5/6 spk.
Adjust the balance between the main left and rear left speakers.

CANCEL 4 SET/CANCEL

Choose either of SET/CANCEL.
Adjust the balance between the rear left and rear center speakers.

SET YES

5 CHECK OK:

Choose either of YES/NO.

Adjust the balance between the rear left and rear right speakers.

6 SWFR

Adjust the balance between the main left speaker and the subwoofer.
After altering the 1 SETUP parameters, readjust the output levels of the speakers at 2 SP LEVEL. See pages for a detailed explanation of the SOUND, INPUT and OPTION menus.
Setting the unit to match your speaker system
Follow the instructions below to set the amplifier output to match the size of your room and speakers. Press u / d to cycle through parameters 1 through 4, and j / i to alter the parameter setting. Factory default settings are highlighted. 1 ROOM Settings: S, M, L Select the size of the room you have installed your speakers in. Roughly speaking, the room sizes are defined as follows: [U.S.A. and Canada models] S: 16ft. x 3ft., 200sq.ft. (4.8 x 4m, 20m2) M: 20ft. x 16ft., 300sq.ft. (6.3 x 5.0m, 30m2) L: 26ft. x 19ft., 450sq.ft. (7.9 x 5.8m, 45m2) [Other models] S: 3.6m x 2.8m, 10m2 M: 4.8m x 4.0m, 20m2 L: 6.3m x 5.0m, 30mSUBWOOFER Settings: YES, NONE Select YES if you have a subwoofer in your system, or NONE if you do not. 3 SPEAKERS Settings: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (spk) Select the number of speakers you wish to use in your speaker configuration. This number does not include your subwoofer. Setting 2spk Display
4 SET or CANCEL Select SET to confirm the changes you made to the above three settings. The unit will output a test tone to the speakers (see 5). Alternatively, select CANCEL to exit this menu without altering any of the unit settings. 5 Use the test tone to check the speaker levels. When you select SET in 4, the display changes to CHECK: TestTone, and the unit outputs a test tone to each of the speakers in turn. When the test tone begins, the display changes to CHECK OK: YES. If the volume of the test tone varies between speakers, press j / i to change the display to NO. The unit will automatically enter the 2 SP LEVEL mode. If the test tone is output at the same volume from all of the speakers, select CHECK OK: YES. The unit will exit from the SETUP menu.
The unit cycles the test tone around each of the speakers in turn twice. The indicator of the speaker currently outputting the test tone flashes on the front panel display.

If you turn off the sound effects, no sound is output from the center speaker, rear speakers, or rear center speaker. If you turn off the sound effects while the unit is reproducing sound from a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, the dynamic range of the signal is automatically compressed and the unit will output mix the sounds of the center and rear speaker channels and output them from the main speakers. The volume may be greatly reduced when you turn off the sound effects or if you set SOUND 4 D. RANGE (dynamic range) on the set menu to MIN. In this case turn on the sound effect.
This unit is not set in the virtual CINEMA DSP mode even if 1C REAR LR is set to NON in the following cases: when the 6ch Stereo, DOLBY DIGITAL, Pro Logic, Pro Logic II, or DTS program is selected; when the sound effect is turned off; when 6CH INPUT is selected as the input source; when a digital signal with a sampling frequency greater than 48 kHz is input to this unit; when using the test tone; or when connecting the headphones.
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 unit.

(While playing a source)

I SILENT CINEMA DSP
You can enjoy a powerful sound field similar to what you could expect from actual speakers through headphones, with SILENT CINEMA DSP. You can listen to SILENT CINEMA DSP by connecting your headphones to the PHONES jack while the digital sound field processor is on. The SILENT indicator lights up on the front panel display. (When sound effects are off, the unit reproduces the source in normal stereo.)
Press AMP. Press d to display the information about the input signal.
This feature is not available when 6CH INPUT is selected or the unit is receiving a digital signal with a sampling frequency greater than 48 kHz. The sound from the LFE channel will be mixed and output from the headphones.
I Normal stereo reproduction
Press STEREO/EFFECT to turn off the sound effect for normal stereo reproduction. Press STEREO/EFFECT again to turn the sound effect back on.
(Format): The display shows the signal format. When the unit cannot detect a digital signal it automatically switches to analog input. in: The display shows the number of input signal source channels, as follows: For multi-channel soundtrack such as front 3 channels, rear 2 channels and LFE, the display shows 3/2/ LFE. For bilingual broadcasts where the signal is split into 2 channels, the display shows 1+1. For signals with more than 3 channels the display shows MLT. fs: The display shows the sampling frequency. When the unit is unable to detect the sampling frequency Unknown shows in the front panel display. rate: The display shows the bit rate. When the unit is unable to detect the bit rate Unknown shows in the front panel display. flg: The display shows the flag - data encoded in a DTS or Dolby Digital signal that causes this unit to automatically switch to the appropriate decoder for playback.

Do a test recording before you start an actual recording. When this unit is set in standby mode, you cannot record between the components connected to it. DSP programs and volume, bass, and treble settings do not affected the recorded material. You cannot record from a source connected to the 6CH INPUT jacks on this unit. Input sources are not output to the same OUT (REC) channel. (For example, the signal input from VCR IN is not output to VCR OUT.) This units DIGITAL OUTPUT jack and analog OUT(REC) jacks are independent. To record a source using a digital recording component connected to the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack, connect the source component to one of the DIGITAL INPUT jacks. Check the copyright laws in your country if you wish to record from records, CDs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.
If you playback a video source that uses scrambled or encoded signals to prevent it from being dubbed, the picture itself may be disturbed due to those signals.
Turn on the power of this unit and all connected components. Select the source component you want to record from.
I Special considerations when recording DTS material
The DTS signal is a digital bitstream. Attempting to digitally record the DTS bitstream will result in noise being recorded. Therefore, if you want to use this unit to record sources that have DTS signals recorded on them, the following considerations and adjustments need to be made. For LDs, DVDs and CDs encoded with DTS, follow the operating instructions of your player to set it to output an analog signal, if it is compatible with the DTS format.
Start playback (or select a broadcast station) on the source component. Start recording on the recording component.
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You can set the following parameters on the set menu to obtain a better sound from the unit. Change the settings to reflect the needs of your listening environment.
Adjusting the items on the set menu
Use the remote control to make adjustments.

Set menu list

The set menus are divided by use and function into the 4 categories listed here.

I BASIC

The BASIC area contains the basic parameters that you must set before using this unit. It consists of the following menus. See pages for a detailed explanation. 1 SETUP 2 SP LEVEL (Speaker level)

I 1E BASS (bass out mode)
LFE signals carry low-frequency effects when this unit decodes a Dolby Digital or DTS signal. Low-frequency signals are defined as 90 Hz and below. The Lowfrequency signals can be directed to both main left and right speakers, and to the subwoofer (subwoofer can be used for both stereo reproduction and the DSP program). Choices: SWFR (subwoofer), MAIN, BOTH
This unit is set in the virtual CINEMA DSP mode when you select NON for 1C REAR LR. In this case, the rear center speaker will automatically be set to NON and the 1D REAR CT item will be skipped.
SWFR Select this if you use a subwoofer. The unit directs the LFE signals to the subwoofer. MAIN Select this if you do not use a subwoofer. The unit directs LFE signals to the main speakers. BOTH The unit directs LFE signals to the subwoofer. Lowfrequency signals designated to the main channels in accordance with other speaker mode settings are directed to both main speakers and the subwoofer.
When you select MAIN for 1E BASS, the unit directs the low-frequency signals (90 Hz and below) of the main channel to the main speakers even if you select SMALL for the main speaker mode.
SOUND 2 SP DISTANCE (speaker distance)
Use this feature to adjust the delay applied to center and rear center channel sounds. This feature works when there is sound output from the center speakers with a source such as Dolby Digital or DTS. Ideally, the center speaker and the rear speakers should be the same distance from the main listening position as the left and right main speakers. However, in most home situations, the center speaker or the rear center speaker is placed in line with the main speakers or the rear speakers. By delaying the sound from the center speaker and the rear speakers, you can adjust the apparent distance from the center speaker and the rear speakers to the main listening position to make it seem the same as the distance between the listening position and main left and right speakers.

SOUND 3 LFE LEVEL

Use this feature to adjust the output level of the LFE (low-frequency effect) channel when playing back a Dolby Digital or DTS signal. The LFE signal carries lowfrequency special effect sound which is only added to certain scenes. Control range: SPEAKER. 20 to 0 dB HEADPHONE.. 20 to 0 dB Initial setting: 0 dB
Press u / d to select the item to be adjusted. Press j to adjust the LFE level.
Adjust the LFE level according to the capacity of your subwoofer or headphones.
Press u / d to select UNIT. Press j / i to select the unit meters or feet to be used in setting. Press u / d to select the speaker for which you want to adjust the delay. Press j / i to set the delay. Press i for higher values and j for lower values.

Control area

I Controlling this unit
The shaded areas below can be used to control this unit when the AMP mode is selected. Press AMP to select the AMP mode.
I Controlling other component
The shaded areas below can be used to control other components. Each button has a different function depending on the selected components. Select the component you want to control by pressing an input selector button.

POWER AV

#/## buttons and input selector buttons Press AMP to control this unit.
The buttons in the dotted lines (SYSTEM POWER, STANDBY, SLEEP, 6CH INPUT, VOLUME +/ and MUTE) function in any mode.
#/## buttons and input selector buttons switch the control area for each component. * #/## buttons are to operate the other components that are not connected to this unit.

TV VOL TV INPUT

ENTERTAINMENT

HALL JAZZ CLUB TV MUTE

ROCK CONCERT TV INPUT

0 +10 ENTER

MOVIE TV MOVIE THEATER THEATER 1 THEATER 2 ENTERROCK HALL JAZZ CLUB CONCERT TAINMENT

NIGHT MUSIC VIDEO

6.1/5.1 TV THEATER
STEREO MOVIE MOVIE THEATER 1 THEATER 2

ENTER 7

/DTS SUR. PRESET/CH NIGHT

6.1/5.1 SET MENU

+10 MENU

LEVEL SELECT TITLE

DISC SKIP
Component control area You can control up to 9 different components by setting appropriate manufacturer codes (see page 47).
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Setting the manufacturer code
You can control other components by setting a manufacturer code. Codes can be set for each of the 9 component controls. The following table shows factory-set component (Library: component category) and the manufacturer code for each component control.
Component control (buttons) CD MD/CD-R TUNER DVD D-TV/CBL V-AUX VCR # ## Component category (Library) CD MD TUNER DVD Manufacturer Code
Clearing setup manufacturer codes
I Clearing setup manufacturer code for the component control
Press an input selector button or #/## to select the component control for which you want to clear the manufacturer code.
YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA
Press CODE SET by using a ballpoint pen or similar object. The TRANSMIT indicator flashes twice.
Press an input selector button or #/## to select the component you want to set up.
If you do not press any button within 30 seconds after step 2, the clearing process cancels. If this happens, start over from step 1.
Enter the code number 0000. The TRANSMIT indicator flashes twice, and the manufacturer code for the selected component is cleared.
Press CODE SET using a ballpoint pen or similar object. The TRANSMIT indicator flashes twice.
You can clear all setup manufacturer codes at once by entering the code number 9990.
Press the numeric buttons to enter the four digit manufacturers code for the component to be used. Refer to LIST OF MANUFACTURERS CODES at the end of this manual.

The TRANSMIT indicator flashes twice.
If the manufacturer of your component has more than one code, try each of them until you find the correct one. If you wait for more than 30 seconds during step 3, the setup process is canceled. If this happens, start over from step 2.
Controlling other components
You can operate other components if you have set the manufacturer code for your component in the remote control. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate the component correctly. Once you select an input source, the remote control switches to the mode for operating the component.

MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP

DVD player 1 AV POWER 2 TV POWER 3 TV CH + TV CH 4 TV VOL + TV VOL 5 TV MUTE 6 TV INPUT 7 1-9, 0, +TITLE 9 PRESET/CH u PRESET/CH d PRESET/CH j PRESET/CH i SELECT 0 RETURN q REC/DISC SKIP *1Power * TV power *2TV channel up *2TV channel down * TV volume up * TV volume down * TV mute * TV input Numeric buttons Title Up Down Left Right Select Return Disc skip Play Search backward Search forward Audio Pause Skip backward Skip forward Stop Title/Index Menu Display
VCR *1Power * TV power *2TV channel up *2TV channel down * TV volume up * TV volume down * TV mute * TV input Numeric buttons VCR channel up VCR channel down
TV, digital/cable TV *3VCR power * TV power TV channel up TV channel down TV volume up TV volume down TV mute TV input Numeric buttons
CD player *1Power * TV power *2TV channel up *2TV channel down * TV volume up * TV volume down * TV mute * TV input Numeric buttons
CD/MD recorder *1Power * TV power *2TV channel up *2TV channel down * TV volume up * TV volume down * TV mute * TV input Numeric buttons
Tuner *1Power * TV power *2TV channel up *2TV channel down *2TV volume up *2TV volume down *2TV mute *2TV input Preset stations (1-8) Preset up Preset down
Rec Play Search backward Search forward Pause
*3VCR rec *3VCR play *3VCR search backward *3VCR search forward *3VCR pause
Disc skip Play Search backward Search forward Pause Skip backward Skip forward
Rec (MD) Play Search backward Search forward Pause Skip backward Skip forward Stop Index A/B/C/D/E Display

d t y a

w ENTER e MENU r DISPLAY

Stop Enter

*3VCR stop Enter

Raise the output level of the rear speakers.
No sound from the subwoofer.
SOUND 1E BASS on the set menu is set to MAIN when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is being played. SOUND 1E BASS on the set menu is set to SWFR or MAIN when a 2-channel source is being played. The source does not contain low bass signals (90 Hz and below).

Select SWFR or BOTH.

Select BOTH.

Poor bass reproduction.

SOUND 1E BASS on the set menu is set to SWFR or BOTH and your system does not include a subwoofer. The speaker mode settings (main, center, rear, or rear center) on the set menu does not match your speaker configuration.

Select MAIN.

Select the appropriate position for each speaker based on the size of the speakers in your configuration.
No sound from the rear center speaker.
SOUND 1C REAR LR or SOUND 1D REAR CT on the set menu is set to NON. The Dolby Digital EX or the DTS-ES decoder is not switched on.

Select LRG or SML.

Press 6.1/5.1 on the remote control to switch the decoder on. Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective. Turn on the power to the component.
A humming sound can be heard. The volume level cannot be increased, or the sound is distorted. The sound effect cannot be recorded.
The component connected to the OUT (REC) jacks of this unit is turned off.
It is not possible to record the sound effect with a recording component. There is no source component connected to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks of this unit. Connect the source component to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks of this unit.
A source cannot be recorded by a digital recording component connected to the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of this unit. The sound field parameters and some other settings on the unit cannot be changed. The unit does not operate properly.
OPTION 2 MEM. GUARD in the set menu is set to ON.
Set OPTION 2 MEM. GUARD in the set menu to OFF.
The internal microcomputer has been frozen by an external electric shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or by a power supply with low voltage. The speaker cables are short circuited.
Disconnect the AC power cord from the outlet and then plug it in again after about 30 seconds.
CHECK SP WIRES appears on the front panel display. There is noise interference from digital or high-frequency equipment, or this unit. The unit suddenly turns into standby mode.

FM SECTION

Tuning Range [U.S.A. and Canada models].. 87.5 to 107.9 MHz [Other models]... 87.50 to 108.00 MHz 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity (IHF, 100% mod.) Mono/Stereo. 2.0 V (17.3 dBf) /25 V (39.2 dBf) Usable sensitivity (IHF, Mono).. 1.0 V (11.2 dBf) Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF) Mono/Stereo.. 76 dB/70 dB Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz) Mono/Stereo... 0.2%/0.3% Stereo Separation (1 kHz).. 42 dB Frequency Response.. 20 Hz to 15 kHz +0.5, 2 dB

AM SECTION

Tuning Range... 530/531 to 1710/1611 kHz Usable Sensitivity... 300 V/m

GENERAL

Power Supply [U.S.A. and Canada models]. AC 120 V/60 Hz [Australia model].. AC 240 V/50 Hz [U.K., Europe and Singapore models]. AC 230 V/50 Hz [Korea model].. AC 220 V/60 Hz [China and General models].. AC 110/120/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption [U.S.A. and Canada models].. 270 W/360 VA [Other models]... 270 W Standby Mode.. approx. 0.8 W AC Outlets [U.S.A., Canada, Europe and Singapore models]... 2 (Total 100 W maximum) [China and General models]. 2 (Total 50 W maximum) [U.K. and Australia models].. 1 (100 W maximum) Dimension (W x H x D). 435 x 161 x 390 mm (17-1/8 x 6-3/8 x 15-3/8) Weight.. 11.0 kg (24 lbs 4 oz)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

VIDEO SECTION

Video Signal Type.. NTSC or PAL Signal to Noise Ratio... 50 dB Frequency Response (MONITOR OUT) Composite, S-Video RX-V540. 5 Hz to 10 MHz, 3 dB Component.. DC to 30 MHz, 3 dB
LIST OF MANUFACTURER CODES LISTE DES CODES DES FABRICANTS
A TANDY 0941 ABEX 1151 ADMIRA 1141 ADVENTURA 1131 AIKO 1121 AIWA 1481 AKAI 0331, 1101, 1111 ALBA 0431 ALLERON 1091 AMBASSADOR 1081 AMSTRAD 0481, 1081 ANAM 0251, 1041, 1051, 1061, 1071 ANAM NATIONAL 1041 AOC 0361, 1021, 1031, 1111, 1161 ARCHER 1161 AUDIOSONIC 1001 AUDIOVOX 1051, 1161 BAUER 0441 BAUR 1001 BEIJING 1511, 1551, 1561 BELCOR 1031 BELL & HOWELL 0981, 0991 BEON 1001 BRADFORD 1051 BROCKWOOD 1031 BROKSONIC 1161 BUSH 1001 CANDLE 0351, 0361, 0961, 0971, 1111, 1131 CAPEHART 1021 CARVER 0101 CATHAY 1001 CELEBRITY 0951 CENTURION 0411 CHANGHONG 1541, 1551, 1561, 1621 CITIZEN 0351, 0361, 0921, 0931, 0941, 0961, 0971, 1111, 1121, 1131 CLAIRTONE 1011 CLARIVOX 1001 CONCERTO 0351, 0971 CONROWA 1751 CONTEC 0901, 0911, 1011, 1051 CORANDO 0941 CRAIG 0251, 1051 CROWN 0941, 1051 CURTIS MATHES 0161, 0361, 0931, 0941, 0981, 1111 CXC 1051 DAEWOO 0291, 0301, 0331, 0721, 0941, 1001, 1031, 1121, 1191, 1531, 1581, 1591, 1601 DANSAI 1001 DAYTRON 0941, 1031 DECCA 0271, 1001 DIXI 0331, 1001, 1071 DUMONT 0891, 1031 DYNATECH 0881 ELECTROBAND 0951, 1011 ELECTROHOME 0941 ELECTRON 0941 ELIN 1001 ELTA 0331 EMERSON 0001, 0021, 0061, 0071, 0081, 0091, 0111, 0811, 0821, 0831, 0841, 0851, 0861, 0871, 0901, 0921, 0941, 0981, 1011, 1031, 1051, 1081, 1091 ENVISION 0361, 1111 ERRES 1001 ETRON 0331 FERGUSON 1001 FINLUX 1001 FISHER 0171, 0801, 0981 FORMENTI 0441 FORMONTI 1001 FORTRESS 1141 FUJITSU 1091 FUNAI 1051, 1091, 1501, 1521 FUTURETECH 1051 GE 0131, 0161, 0201, 0751, 0761, 0771, 0781, 0791, 0811, 0861, 1041 GEC 0271, 1001 GEMINI 0391 GENEXXA 0431 GIBRALTER 0891, 1031, 1111 GOODMANS/TASHIKO 0271, 0661, 1001 GRANADA 1001 GRUNDIG 1781, 1791, 1801, 1811, 1821, 1831, 1841, 1851, 1861, 1871, 1881 GUNPY 1051, 1091 HARMAN/KARDON 0721 HALLMARK 0861 HANSEATIC 1001 HARVARD 1051, 1061 HINARI 1001, 1091 HITACHI 0181, 0351, 0671, 0681, 0691, 0701, 0711, 0871, 0941, 0971, 1351 HYPSON 1001 IMA 1051 INDIANA 1001 INFINITY REFERENCE 0101 INTERFUNK 1001 ITT 0611 JANEIL 1531, 1541, 1551, 1561, 1571, 1621, 1631, 1641, 1651, 1691, 1731 JVC (VICTOR) 0261, 0281, 0641, 0651, 0661, 0841 KAWASHO 0901 KAYPANI 1021 KENWOOD 0361, 1031, 1111 KLOSS 0631, 0721, 1131 KTV 0921, 0941, 1011, 1051, 1111 LEYCO 1001 LG (GOLDSTAR) 0031, 0121, 0351, 0411, 0731, 0741, 0861, 0941, 0971, 1001, 1031, 1111, 1151 LIESENK & TTER 1001 LLOYTRON 0941 LOEWE 1001 LOGIK 0991, 1771 LUXMAN 0351, 0971 LXI 0101, 0621, 0761, 0861, 0981 MAGNAVOX 0101, 0341, 0391, 0401, 0411, 0421, 0581, 0591, 0601, 0611, 0631, 0661, 0961, 1111 MAJESTIC 0991 MARANTZ 0101, 0221, 0361, 1001, 1111 MARK 1001 MATSUI 0271, 0331, 1001 MEDIATOR 1001 MEGATRON 0691, 0861, 1161 MEI 1011 M-ELECTRONIC 1001 MEMOREX 0331, 0571, 0861, 0971, 0981, 0991, 1771 METZ 1791, 1831, 1891, 1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941 MGA 0361, 0561, 0571, 0861, 1031, 1111 MIDLAND 0751, 0761, 0891, 0941, 1151 MITSUBISHI 0221, 0321, 0561, 0571, 0661, 0861, 1031, 1101, 1381 MONTGOMERY 1091 MOTOROLA 1041, 1141 MTC 0351, 0361, 0881, 0931, 0971, 1011, 1031, 1111 MULTITECH 0881, 1051 NAD 0551, 0621, 0861 NEC 0241, 0351, 0361, 0661, 0971, 1031, JBL JCB JENSEN JINXING 1111, 1321, 1711 NECKERMANN 1001 NEI 1001 NIKKAI 0271, 0431, 1001, 1151 NIKKO 0861, 1111, 1121 NOVABEAM 0721 NTC 1121 ONWA 1051 OPTIMUS 0551 OPTONICA 0541, 1141 ORION 0831, 1001 OSAKI 0271, 1151 OTTO VERSAND 1001 PANASONIC 0101, 0191, 0251, 0751, 1041, 1311, 1371, 1431 PANDA 1541, 1721 PENNY 0161, 0361, 0521, 0531, 0621, 0731, 0751, 0761, 0781, 0791, 0861, 0931, 0941, 1031, 1041, 1111, 1151, 1161 PEONY 1561, 1621 PHILCO 0361, 0581, 0591, 0601, 0611, 0631, 0961, 1031, 1111 PHILIPS 0101, 0401, 1001 PHONOLA 1001 PILOT 0941, 1031, 1111 PIONEER 0511, 0551, 0871 PORTLAND 0941, 1031, 1121 PRICECLUB 0931 PRISM 0751 PROSCAN 0761 PROTECH 1001 PROTON 0501, 0861, 0941, 1021, 1161 PULSAR 0891 PULSER 1031 QUASAR 0251, 0751, 1041 QUELLE 1001 RADIO SHACK 0541, 0941, 1031, 1051, 1151 RADIOLA 1001 RCA 0051, 0141, 0151, 0181, 0411, 0491, 0531, 0761, 0771, 0871, 1031 REALISTIC 0541, 0861, 0941, 0971, 0981, 1031, 1051, 1111, 1151 RHAPSODY 1011 R-LINE 1001 RUNCO 0891, 1111 SAISHO 0331, 1081 SAMPO 0361, 0941, 1021, 1111, 1151 SAMSUNG 0331, 0341, 0351, 0361, 0861, 0931, 0941, 0971, 1001, 1031, 1111, 1151

RX-V440 NEW PRODUCT BULLETIN
Digital Home Theater Receiver

RX-V440

6.1-channel receiver that leads its class with a great combination of power, performance and convenience. Major features include 6-channel discrete amplification (95W x 6, Max), Yamahas Digital ToP-ART design concept, Quad-Field CINEMA DSP, 24 surround programs and SILENT CINEMA. Compatible with the newest 6.1-channel movie sound formats including Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo:6.
Discover the Pleasure of a True Home Theater Experience with a High Quality Receiver that Is Easy to Use.

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Command the Advanced Capabilities of Yamaha Technology and Enjoy the Benefits of a Wide Range of Functions with the Home Theater Receiver thats Perfect for the Entire Family.
High power 6-channel discrete amplifier configuration (95W x 6, Max) Digital ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) High Current Amplification for high sound quality Easy setup and operation Compatibility with latest movie sound formats including Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, and DTS Neo:6 Powerful 32-bit Yamaha LSI (YSS-938) for CINEMA DSP processing 24 surround programs (44 variations) with SILENT CINEMA and Night Listening mode Front panel Video Aux input terminals Speaker A, B, or A+B Selection 2 Component Video Input Terminals
Digital ToP-ART Digital ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) is the name Yamaha has given to a design philosophy whose goal is to maximize digital quality while minimizing analog circuitry. The culmination of the best digital engineering and design possible today, it brings together several key elements to create the best-sounding, easiest-to-use A/V components available Advanced Decoding Circuitry Including Yamahas Exclusive YSS-938 32-Bit Floating Point Quantization LSI The decoding circuitry performs Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-ES (DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 Yamahas Exclusive and DTS-ES YSS-938 32-Bit Floating Discrete 6.1), and Point Quantization LSI DTS Neo:6 decoding with extreme accuracy, as well as all digital sound field processing. It also outperforms other systems in the precise synchronization of images and sound. Its low 3V power consumption minimizes digital noise. 96kHz/24-Bit DACs for All Channels The RX-V440s vitally important digital-toanalog converters use an extremely 96kHz/24-bit high performance. They perform accurate sound field reproduction for high quality multichannel sources, and for two-channel stereo, provide outstanding separation and precise musical delineation. They deliver superior low level linearity with excellent full-scale performance under varying operation conditions. 4-Layer DSP Processing Board All of the DSP IC chips and related circuitry are located together on a 4-layer board. This is the first time a 4-layer board has been used, and it provides a number of advantages. The dimensions are smaller (2/3 previous types), so signal paths are shorter and there is more

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32-Bit High-Density Cinema DSP Circuitry
High Performance Digital Circuitry
High Current Amplification

Digital Input

From digital input, through digital processing, to amplification, maximum signal quality is maintained every step of the way.

6-Ch Input

Advanced Decoding Circuitry Including 32-Bit DSP LSI (YSS-938)
96 kHz/ 24-Bit DACs for All 9* Channels

Input 6-Ch

Accurate Touch Volume Control (0-99dB, 0.5 dB Step) for 6 Channels*
6-Ch High Output Power Main L Main R Center Rear L Rear R Rear Center
Minimal Analog Processing
* In addition to the six channels (Main L/R, Center, Rear L/R, Rear Center) there is a subwoofer output (hence 6.1-channel format compatibility) and two front effect channels (a total of 9 DACs). The front effect channel signals, unique to Yamaha CINEMA DSP, are mixed with the main channel signals to achieve more precise separation of dialogue, music and effects on the front sound stage and a superior sense of presence as compared to other systems.
space for the large power supply components. Digital interference is reduced and impedance is lower as well. Accurate Touch Volume Control No one expects more from a volume control than up and down except
Yamaha. We decided that controlling the volume could be made both easier and more accurate, and the result is the Accurate Touch Volume Control. It lets you make delicate adjustments within a narrow range, yet enables you to move to very high or low levels more quickly. Its
extreme accuracy is due to a high-signalresolution analog design in conjunction with an ultra-precise digital control circuit. The wide control range extends from 0dB to 99dB, with narrow 0.5dB steps throughout the entire range for delicate control, even at low volumes.
Brief Guide to Movie Sound Formats
Dolby Pro-Logic Dolby Labs basic 4-channel format, widely used in ordinary theaters and for home videos. Dolby Pro Logic II Improved version of Dolby Pro-Logic for music and movies. With a more intelligent matrix decoder, it is suitable for both stereo and surround-encoded sources. It offers bass management as well as the option of incorporating width, dimension and panorama controls. Dolby Digital The most popular 5.1-channel home theater sound system. An improvement over Dolby Pro-Logic in that it offers: 1) Full frequency response in all channels (3Hz 20kHz), 2) discrete surround channels, and 3) a separate track for bass only, called the Low Frequency Effects channel. Dolby Digital EX Dolby's latest surround format, this is Dolby Digital with an added center rear channel. The rear center channel is actually matrixed into the two rear channels, and is extracted upon playback. (Formerly called Dolby Digital Surround EX, or Dolby Digital Matrix 6.1.) DTS Digital Surround The basic DTS 5.1 channel sound format. Uses a higher data rate than Dolby Digital. DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 In this format, the back surround channel is matrix encoded into the left and right surround channels. For playback, the three channels are separately decoded. DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 DTS-ES uses its large bandwidth to provide a fully discrete rear center channel, as opposed to a matrixed one. DTS Neo:6 Provides 5.1 or 6.1 channels of matrix decoding from stereo matrix material. Also decodes Extended Surround matrix soundtracks and has a Music mode to expand stereo non-matrix recordings to 5.1 or 6.1 channels.

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High Current Amplification Achieves Low Impedance/ High Current Power from Input to Output.
The Importance of High Current Although power rating is often the first thing customers look at in a receiver, high power output does not necessarily mean good sound. High current level is a much more important factor. Yamaha receivers has always had fairly high current levels, but with the RX-V440, we have further improved this performance. What It Does In brief, Yamaha High Current Amplification achieves low impedance, high current power from input (power supply circuit) to output (speaker terminals). This drives the speakers much more smoothly and dynamically, for better sound from all sources, including 2-channel audio. Specific Improvements The first problem to be overcome was the difference in voltage that ordinary receivers suffer between the power supply and amplifier circuits, caused by current fluctuations. This was solved by
using custom-made, high-grade block electrolytic capacitors and a copper grip for one-point grounding. Another current drop is generally seen between the amplifier circuit and the speaker terminals, caused by the cables, speaker output relays, copper circuit boards, and so on. To increase current here, we used an extra-large, lowimpedance transformer and gold-plated speaker relay contacts. 6-Channel High Power, Discrete Amplifier Configuration The RX-V440 will deliver as much as 95W of power to each of six channels (two main, two rear, one center and one rear center). This is more than enough to fill even the largest rooms with vibrant music and Richter-scale sound effects. 6-4 mixdown is also provided, for enjoying 6-channel input sources from four or five speakers you already have on hand with or without a subwoofer.
High Dynamic Power Capability The RX-V440 is capable of delivering large amounts of reserve power for accurate reproduction of the high energy peaks that are especially prevalent in digital audio sources. This emphasizes the musics dynamic qualities and provides a sharper sound image. Linear Damping (Main L/R Channels) Level variations due to high amp impedance tend to reduce an amplifiers damping factor, and frequency variations cause it to fluctuate. This circuit cancels the effect of these variations, maintaining a high, stable damping factor, for superior articulation of all sounds and better frequency response. Anti-Resonance ToP-ART Base Supporting the heavy heat sinks and circuit board is Yamahas ToP-ART base, which has exceptional antiresonance and damping
High Current Amplification Principle

The voltage (A) of Block Electrolytic Capacitors and voltage (B) of Power Transistor Collector should be ideally at the same level. However, when the current become large, there will be a big difference in the level of each voltages. There is also a level difference between Output of the Power Amplifier (C) and Speaker Terminals (D), which is reflected by coppers of PCB, Speaker out put relays, cables and so on, resulting damaging the sound quality.

Power Supply Circuit

GND Amplifier Circuit Power Supply Circuit GND Amplifier Circuit
Voltage level difference between A (power supply circuit) and B (amplifier circuit).
Voltage level difference between C (amplifier circuit output) and D (speaker terminals).

Conventional Amplifier

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characteristics. Beneath this base is the bottom of power amplifier, part of the heavy chassis which is also designed for maximum vibration damping. Wide-Range Frequency Response for DVD-Audio and SACD With an extremely wide frequency range of 10 to 100,000Hz, this receiver is capable of delivering the full potential of the new digital audio sources DVDAudio and SACD. Optimum Space Utilization The use of highly integrated LSIs allows an interior design that maximizes power and sound quality by positioning all the digital processors and related circuitry in one small area. This leaves most of the space open for the power amplifier components: transformers, capacitors, heat sink and so on. This means that these parts can be much larger than usual for greater power, that they can be separated for minimum chance of interference, and that circuits can be
arranged in straight lines for maximum signal purity. For example, the tone control circuit layout is straighter and shorter than ever. Finest Parts Used Throughout In order to realize the goals of massive power and superlative sound quality, Yamaha technicians completely reevaluated all the parts used in previous receivers. As a result, many were replaced with more expensive or custom-designed units. Extra-Large Custom-Made Block Electrolytic Capacitors Developed specifically for the RX-V440, the 10,000F block electrolytic capacitors use low-magnification foil and are exceptionally high quality. Direct Signal Path Speaker Relays with Gold-Plated Crossover Connection and Shielding Speaker switching is accomplished by relays right in front of the speaker

terminals, rather than at the switch position. This results in a shorter signal path and minimum output impedance. High Performance Myca Capacitors and Film Capacitors At this level of sound quality, even these small parts make a difference. The high precision FE mica and metallic mylar film capacitors use polypropylene material and are the highest performance types on the market. Extra-Large Low-Impedance Transformer The large 4.2 kg low-impedance transformer is an important factor in the RX-V440s extremely stable power supply. Thick PC Board Wiring with 1.6mm Copper Jumper Cables The audio signal is routed within the amplifier through exceptionally thick, top quality wire, ensuring that signal purity is maintained.
RX-V440 Interior View and Signal Flow (
RX-V440 High Quality Parts

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No Other Surround Sound System Can Match for Rich, Detailed, Realistic Sound.
Going Beyond Conventional MultiChannel Systems Conventional 5.1-channel/6.1-channel audio reproduction systems base their sound on Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, using matrix and steering technologies to create surround sound effects. Yamaha CINEMA DSP is much more advanced, actually creating richly realized independent sound fields that merge to envelop you in an unmatched surround sound experience. With dialogue, music and effects from the presence (front), rear and rear sound fields, you will hear sound with highly accurate localization, smooth movement, exceptional clarity and richness, and startlingly realistic presence. It will seem as if the walls of your room have disappeared and you are in the middle of your own immense theater!
Quad-Field and Tri-Field CINEMA DSP Tri-Field CINEMA DSP projects three sound fields into the home theater: a Presence sound field in the front and two Surround sound fields in the left rear and right rear, resulting in a powerfully realistic three-dimensional soundscape. And now Yamaha also offers Quad-Field CINEMA DSP. It adds an additional rear center sound field to the Tri-Field system, in order to enjoy the new 6.1-channel formats, Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES. CINEMA DSP Programs One of the main advantages of CINEMA DSP is the large choice of sound field programs available. The basic program for movies is Enhanced, which greatly improves the sound of the surround fields. The "largest" of these sound

fields is Spectacle, which recreates the open feeling of large-scale, epic motion pictures. The Sci-Fi is designed to reproduce all the complex, dynamic sounds of space/science fiction movies. Adventure and General are also included. Center Graphic Equalizer In addition to the many audio parameters that can be adjusted, the RX-V440 provides an even greater degree of sound field control with the inclusion of a Center Graphic Equalizer. This lets you finely tune the overall balance of the sound field to achieve the optimal imaging for movie sound. Night Listening Mode for All Surround Programs When youre listening to movies late at night and turn down the volume during loud scenes, dynamic range suffers and
RX-V440 Surround Programs: 24 Surround Programs (44 Variations) HiFi DSP Programs CONCERT HALL JAZZ CLUB ROCK CONCERT ENTERTAINMENT Program Subtotal CINEMA DSP Programs ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC VIDEO TV THEATER 1 MOVIE THEATER 1 MOVIE THEATER 2 ENHANCED Program Subtotal Surround Formats Dolby Digital Dolby Digital EX DTS Digital Surround DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 Dolby Pro-Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Music Dolby Pro Logic II Movie DTS Neo:6 Music DTS Neo:6 Cinema 5 Concert Hall Jazz Club [The Bottom Line] Rock Concert [The Roxy Theatre] Disco 6 Ch Stereo Variations Variations Variations A circular hall with an expansive sound field. A popular New York club seating 300. The well known L.A. rock showcase seating 460. Designed to emphasize the exciting rhythms of disco music. For reproducing stereo sources via six channels.

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Game Pop/Rock Mono Movie Variety/Sports Spectacle Sci-Fi Adventure General Enhanced
Adds a deep, spacious feeling to video game sounds. For 2 to 6.1 channel live music sources For old monaural video sources. For 2 to 6.1 channel music and sports shows. Emphasizes the excitement of scenes with high visual/audio impact. For reproducing the expansive, supernatural effects of high-tech SF movie soundtracks. A powerful three-dimensional sound field with superb clarity. Provides clear dialogue, with a soft, expansive sound. A wide, all-enveloping surround sound field as in a theater.

For precise reproduction of the various movie sound formats.
Program Subtotal Program Total

Remarks

: HiFi DSP Programs

A/V Programs

: CINEMA DSP
: Tri-Field CINEMA DSP Capable
: Quad-Field CINEMA DSP Capable

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you may miss some dialogue and other sounds. By engaging the Night Listening mode, you can reduce the volume and still enjoy proper tonal balance and dynamic range. You hear dialogue clearly and the music and action are just as exciting (without the screams and explosions disturbing others). Auto Priority Input Terminal Selection and Auto Decoder Selection Digital input terminals are provided to handle any kind of digital input. Functions are programed to select priority in order of coaxial digital, optical digital and analog when different digital formats are input from the same source. The sound decoder is also automatically selected and processed according to the combination of the format of input signals and the selected
sound field programs, while DSP sound field processing is optimized at the same time. SILENT CINEMA and Virtual CINEMA DSP The SILENT CINEMA mode gives you private listening enjoyment of multi-channel music or movie sound, including Dolby Digital and DTS surround, through ordinary headphones. Its automatically selected when the headphones are plugged in. Virtual CINEMA DSP lets you enjoy the effects of CINEMA DSP surround sound without using rear speakers (handy for use in custom installations where some rooms dont have rear speakers). It can be used with the main/center/front effect speakers or even with just the two main left and right speakers.
SILENT CINEMA Sound Field Imaging
Virtual CINEMA DSP Sound Field Imaging

Quad-Field CINEMA DSP

Presence (Front) Sound Field
Conventional 6.1-Channel Systems

Dialogue

Effect
Rear Left Surround/ Effect Sound Field
Rear Center Surround/ Effect Sound Field Rear Right Surround/ Effect Sound Field

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All the A/V Connections Needed for the Present and Into the Future! Plus a Host of Convenient Features.

Easy Setup and Operation

The RX-V440 has an ergonomic design that ensures simple, convenient operation. Everything from the layout of the controls to the display menus has been planned to make using the unit easy and enjoyable. Convenient Setup and Controls Extensive yet easily understandable setup menus makes it easy to select and adjust desired functions. Especially useful is a speaker display in the Speaker Test mode that makes it easy to balance the levels of all speakers. DSP programs can be selected with the remote control so their effects can be judged from the listening position. A
rotary encoder Input Selector makes source selection quick and easy. Program Name and Surround Sound Indications The front panel display shows a variety of surround sound status indications, so you always know what modes you are in. The Program name is displayed, including the word Night if the Night Listening mode is selected. Six sound field modes including Quad-Field and Tri-Field are also indicated.

An Extensive Range of Useful Menus The RX-V440 gives you extensive control over audio and operational modes through a selection of parameters that can be adjusted from the on-screen menus. The Basic modes are Setup and Speaker Level, while the Sound modes feature a Center Graphic Equalizer, Speaker Set, Speaker Distance, LFE Level, Dynamic Range and Headphone Tone Control. The Input modes are I/O Assignment and Input function. Options include Display Set, Memory Guard, and two new functions, Variable Audio Mute and Zone Set. All of these parameters can be selected and adjusted from either the front panel or the remote control.
RX-V440 Extensive Connections
1 Optical and 1 Coaxial Digital Inputs (fixed and assignable) 4 A/V and 2 Audio Inputs, and 1 A/V and 1 Audio Outputs 2 Component Video Inputs (fixed and assignable) and 1 HDTV compatible Component Video Output RX-V440 Inputs and Outputs
Analog In Out Digital Coaxial Optical Composite In Out In Out In Out Video S Video In Out Compo. V.* In Out
CD MD/CD-R DVD D-TV/CBL VCR VIDEO AUX** MONITOR OUT
* Comp. V: Component Video ** Video Aux terminals are on front panel. *: Component Video Out is compatible with HDTV. : Fixed Terminals : Fixed and Assignable Terminals : Assignable Terminals
Fixed and Assignable Terminals Yamaha offers terminals that can be either independently assigned to sources or defaulted to fixed settings.
6-Channel External Decoder Input for Enjoying DVD-Audio/Video or SACD Subwoofer Output Terminal Composite Monitor Output Terminal 40-Station AM/FM Preset Tuning 2-Way Binding-Post Speaker Terminals (Banana-Plug Compatible) with Speaker A/B Terminals for Main Channels

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2 Component Video Input Terminals Component Video inputs offer higher quality than normal composite inputs, for use with units such as DVD players that have Component Video output. The RXV440 allows you to connect two different components for a choice of high quality video sources. HDTV Compatible Component Video Out The frequency response of the Component Video Monitor Out signal is 5Hz30MHz, making it compatible with HDTV monitors. Front Panel Video Aux Input Terminals Front Panel Video Aux Input Terminals make it quick and easy to connect a camera, video game or other unit.
Speaker A, B or A+B Selection Speaker A, B or A+B Selection gives you the advantage of listening to either or both of two pairs of speakers. Preset Remote Control Unit It can be preset with control codes for TV, DVD, VCR, CDR, and other components. It also provides control of subwoofer level. Tuner Section Features High Quality, Easy Operation In addition to utilizing a Direct PLL IF Count Synthesizer Tuning system, the RX-V440 also makes station selection easy. Users can preset as many as 40 stations for instant one-touch tuning, and with each one the tuning mode (auto or mono) is also memorized. Auto

FM Station Memory will automatically preset the 40 strongest stations on the dial. The Preset Editing function can then be used to rearrange them into groups. Other Notable Features 6-Channel External Decoder Input Terminals for Future Sound Formats Subwoofer Output terminal Sleep Timer
RX-V440 Main Specifications AUDIO SECTION Maximum Power Main Channels 95 W + 95 W Center Channel 95 W Rear Channels 95 W + 95 W Rear Center Channel 95 W Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 2020,000 Hz, 0.06% THD) Main Channels 65 W + 65 W Center Channel 65 W Rear Channels 65 W + 65 W Rear Center Channel 65 W High Dynamic Power, Low-Impedance Drive Capability Yes Dynamic Power/Channel 8 ohms 95 W 6 ohms 120 W 4 ohms 150 W 2 ohms 190 W Linear Damping Yes Damping Factor (8 ohms, 2020,000 Hz) 100 (speaker A) Input Sensitivity/Impedance Phono (MM) 2.5 mV/47 k-ohms CD 150 mV/47 k-ohms Frequency Response 10100,000 Hz +0, -3 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (2020,000 Hz) CD (Main Sp Out) 0.06% Signa-to-Noise Ratio (CD, 250 mV) 100 dB Tone Control Characteristics Bass Boost/Cut 10 dB 60 Hz Treble Boost/Cut 10 dB 20 kHz
VIDEO SECTION Video Signal Level Component Video Signal Level

Y Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr

Signal-to-Noise Ratio Monitor Out Frequency Response Composite Signal Component Video Signal TUNER SECTION FM 50dB Quieting Sensitivity (1 kHz, 100% Modulation) Mono Stereo FM Selectivity 400 kHz FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mono/Stereo FM Frequency Response 2015,000 Hz GENERAL Standby Power Consumption Dimensions Weight
1 Vp-p/75 ohms 1 Vp-p/75 ohms 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms 50 dB 5 Hz10 MHz -3 dB 5 Hz-30 MHz -3 dB
2 V (17.3 dBf) 25 V (39.2 dBf) 70 dB 76 dB/70 dB +0.5/2 dB

(W x H x D)

Less than 1 W 435 x 161 x 390 mm 11 kg

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RX-V440 Notable Features
Versatile, Extensive Connections 1 Optical and 1 Coaxial Digital Input Terminals (fixed and assignable) 4 A/V and 2 Audio Input Terminals 1 A/V and 1 Audio Output Terminals Front Panel Video Aux Input Terminals Subwoofer Output Terminal 6-Channel External Decoder Input Terminals for Future Sound Formats 2-Way Binding-Post Speaker Terminals (banana-plug compatible, all terminals) High Video Quality HDTV Compatibility Wide-Range Video Power Bandwidth (5Hz30MHz -3 dB) 2 Component Video Input Terminals (fixed and assignable) and 1 Monitor Output Terminal Video Conversion (Composite to S-Video, Monitor Out)

Video Conversion is not offered on models in some areas.
High Performance Digital Circuitry 96 kHz/24-Bit D/A Conversion for All Channels Accurate Touch Digitally Regulated Volume Control Governs All Channels 4-Layer DSP Processing Board to Prevent Digital Interference 2 High Density CINEMA DSP Circuitry Powerful Original 32-Bit Floating-Point Quantization System LSI (YSS-938) for CINEMA DSP Processing Compatibility with Latest Movie Sound Formats including Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, and DTS Neo:6 Center Graphic Equalizer for Fine Tuning Sound Field Balance 24 Surround Programs (44 Variations) including New Music Video Programs Night Listening Mode with Indication for All Programs Quad-Field CINEMA DSP for 6.1-Channel Digital Surround SILENT CINEMA for Headphone Enjoyment Virtual CINEMA DSP for Versatile Surround Enjoyment 3 High Current Amplification 6-Channel High Power Discrete Amplifier Configuration (95W x 6, Max) High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability Linear Damping Circuit Prevents Unwanted Speaker Cone Movement Wide-Range Audio Frequency Response (10100,000 Hz +0/-3 dB) for DVD-Audio/SACD Compatibility Finest Parts Used Throughout Extra-Large, Low-Impedance Transformer (4.2 kg; 9.3 lbs.) Extra-Large Custom-Made Block Electrolytic Capacitors (10,000 F) Anti-Resonance Corrugate Fin Type Heat Sink Direct Signal Path Speaker Relays with Gold-Plated Crossover Connection and Shielding for Stable Signal Path and Speaker Protection One-Point Grounding for Improving Linearity and Damping Factor ToP-ART Base for Reduced External Resonance High Performance Myca Capacitors and Film Capacitors Thick PC Board Wiring with 1.6mm Copper Jumper Cables
Convenient Operating Features Program Name and Sound Field Indications Auto Priority Input Selection and Auto Decoder Selection Rotary Encode Input Selector Easy Menu Setup - Basic Modes: Setup and Speaker Level (Balance Adjustment) - Sound Modes: Speaker Set, Speaker Distance, LFE Level, Dynamic Range, 5-Band Center Graphic Equalizer and Headphone Tone Control - Input Modes: I/O Assignment and Input Mode - Options: Display Set, Memory Guard, Audio Mute (3 steps: Mute, -20dB, -50dB) and Zone Set Easy Menu Setup Can Control with Remote Control and Front Panel 6-4 Mixdown (6-Channel Input) Speaker A, B, or A+B Selection Test Tone Generator Sleep Timer Preset Remote Control Unit with Preset Code for DVD, TV, VCR, etc. High Quality, Stable Reception Tuner 40-Station AM/FM Random Access Preset Tuning Auto Preset Tuning

Yamahas unique technology for the creation of sound fields is capable of powerfully reproducing the three-dimensional environment that movie sound engineers aim to convey, in any audio format from monaural to the latest 6.1-channel digital surround. It is compatible with DVD and all other A/V sources. Yamaha CINEMA DSP technology has received a patent in the U.S. (Patent No. 5,261,005).
Dolby Digital and Double D are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Corporation. DTS, ES and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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