RX-V496RDS

Natural Sound AV Receiver Ampli-tuner audio-vido
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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1. To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2. Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or water. 3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the unit, contact your dealer. 4. Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power cord and then the wires connected to other component. Never pull the wires themselves. 5. The openings on the cover assure proper ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings, and install the unit in a well-ventilated area to prevent fire and damage. Be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm behind, 20 cm on both sides and 30 cm above the top panel of the unit to prevent fire and damage. 6. The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified. 7. Digital signals generated by this unit may interfere with other component such as tuners, receivers and TVs. Move this unit farther away from such component if interference is observed. 8. Always set VOLUME to the m position before starting the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after playback has been started. 9. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. 10. Be sure to read the TROUBLESHOOTING section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty. 11. When not planning to use this unit for a long period of time (e.g., a vacation), disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet. 12. To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power cord and disconnect the antenna cable when there is an electrical storm. 13. Grounding or polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization of the unit is not defeated. 14. AC outlet Do not connect audio component to the AC outlet on the rear panel if that component requires more power than the outlet is rated to provide.
This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

s For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below.
The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
s Special Instructions for U.K. Model
IMPORTANT THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE: Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

CAUTION

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INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

5-Channel Power Amplification
x Minimum RMS Output (0.06% THD, 20 Hz 20 kHz) Main: 65 W + 65 W (8 ) Center: 65 W (8 ) Rear: 65 W + 65 W (8 )

CONTENTS

FEATURES... 1 CONTENTS... 1 GETTING STARTED.. 2 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS. 4
Multi-mode Digital Sound Field Processing
x x x x x Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP) Dolby Digital Decoder Dolby Pro Logic Decoder DTS Decoder CINEMA DSP: Theater-like Sound Experience by the Combination of YAMAHA DSP Technology and Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS x Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Pro Logic decoding

This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a 5-speaker system, using main speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. If you use different brands of speakers (with different tonal qualities) in your system, the tone of a moving human voice and other types of sound may not shift smoothly. We recommend that you use speakers from the same manufacture or speakers with the same tonal quality. The main speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. They will probably be the speakers from your present stereo system. The rear speakers are used for the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for the center sounds (dialog, vocals, etc.). If for some reason it is not practical to use a center speaker, you can do without it. Best results, however, are obtained with the full system. The main speakers should be high-performance models and have enough power-handling capacity to accept the maximum output of your audio system. The other speakers do not have to be equal to the main speakers. For precise sound localization, however, it is ideal to use highperformance models that can reproduce sounds over the full range for the center speaker and the rear speakers.

Speaker Placement

Refer to the following diagram when you place the speakers. Main speaker (R)
Rear speaker (R) Subwoofer Main speaker (L) 1.8 m
Center speaker Rear speaker (L)

s Main speakers

Place the right and left main speakers an equal distance from the ideal listening position. The distance of each speaker from each side of the TV monitor should be the same.

s Rear speakers

Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards, nearly 1.8 m (approx. 6 feet) above the floor.
s Use of a subwoofer expands your sound field
It is also possible to further expand your system with the addition of a subwoofer. The use of a subwoofer is effective not only for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels, but also for reproducing the LFE (low frequency effect) channel with high fidelity when playing back a source encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS. The YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System is ideal for natural and lively bass reproduction.

s Center speaker

Align the front face of the center speaker with the front face of your TV 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.

If the center speaker is not used, the sound will be heard from the right and left main speakers. In that case, CENTER SP in the SET MENU is set to the NONE position. (Refer to page 37 for details.)

s Subwoofer

The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the main speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reflections.
Some types of speakers interfere with a TV monitor. If this problem occurs, move the speakers away from the monitor. If you cannot avoid installing the center speaker or subwoofer near the TV monitor, use magnetically shielded speakers.
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CONNECTIONS

Before Connecting Components
Never connect this unit and other components to mains power until all connections between components have been completed. Be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, + to + and to. Some components require different connection methods and have different terminal names. Refer to the instructions for each component to be connected to this unit. When you connect other YAMAHA audio components (such as a tape deck, MD recorder and CD player or changer), connect it to the terminals with the same number labels as !, #, $ etc. YAMAHA applies this labeling system to all its products. Use RCA-type pin plug cables for connecting audio/video components with the exception described later. The input and output terminals for pin plugs can be distinguished as follows:
Yellow White Red video signals (composite) analog audio signals for the left channel analog audio signals for the right channel coaxial digital signals

INTRODUCTION PREPARATION

After completing all connections, check them again to make sure they are correct.
Connecting the Antenna (page 10)
Connecting to an External Decoder (page 14)
Connecting Speakers (page 15)

s Connecting the AM loop antenna
Press the tab and unlock the terminal hole. Insert the AM loop antenna lead wires into the AM ANT and GND terminals. Return the tab to its original position to lock the lead wires. Lightly pull the lead wires to confirm a good connection. Attach the loop antenna to the antenna stand. Orient the AM loop antenna so that the best reception is obtained. BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION

Antenna stand

s Outdoor AM antenna
Vinyl covered wire (5 m to 10 m)
If you cannot obtain good reception with the AM loop antenna, connect 5 m to 10 m of vinyl covered wire to the AM ANT terminal and extend it outdoors from a window.

s Ground (GND terminal)

For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the antenna GND terminal to a good earth ground. A good earth ground is a metal stake driven into moist earth.
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Connecting an Audio Component

Turntable

OUTPUT

L R L R L R L R

Analog signal

LINE OUT

LINE IN

Signal flow

CD player

Tape deck or MD recorder

Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L), input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.

s PHONO terminals

These terminals are used to connect a turntable with an MM or high-output MC cartridge. If you have a turntable with a low-output MC cartridge, use an inline boosting transformer or MC head amplifier when connecting to these terminals.
Connecting the ground (earth) wire of the turntable to the GND terminal will normally minimize hum, but in some cases, better results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.
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Connecting a Video Component

DVD/LD player

ANALOG AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT
TV/digital TV, satellite tuner, cable TV
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT VIDEO OUT ANALOG AUDIO OUT

R L V V

Video signal Digital signal (optical) Digital signal (coaxial) Signal flow

No connection

L R V V L R

SCART-plug

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT

TV monitor

s Audio signal terminals

s TV monitor with a 21-pin connector
Make a connection as shown above with a commercially available SCART-plug connector cable.

s Video signal terminals

Be sure to connect the input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.
Be sure to attach the covers when the OPTICAL terminals are not being used in order to protect them from dust. If your LD player has a Dolby Digital RF signal output terminal, be sure to use the RF demodulator (separately purchased). No sound will be heard when connecting your LD players Dolby Digital RF signal output terminal directly to this units COAXIAL DVD/LD digital signal input terminal.

s Notes on playing an LD source
Some audio/video component, such as LD player, output different audio signals through their analog and digital terminals. Change the input mode as necessary. If the input mode is set to AUTO for the LD source, this unit automatically determines which type of signal the LD source contains. If this unit detects a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, the decoder automatically switches to the appropriate setting and reproduces 5.1 channel sound. If the LD player is transmitting signals by a non-normal method, this unit cannot detect the Dolby Digital or DTS signal. In this case, the decoder automatically switches to PCM or analog. If the LD source does not contain a digital soundtrack, connect the LD player to the analog terminals and set the input mode to AUTO or ANALOG. While you are operating the LD player, if you switch from the pause or chapter forwarding function to normal playback, you may hear the PCM or analog sound an instant before the Dolby Digital sound is played.
INTRODUCTION PREPARATION BASIC OPERATION ADVANCED OPERATION APPENDIX English
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DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) EFFECT

Selecting a DSP Program

You can enhance your listening experience by selecting a DSP program. Refer to pages 25 to 27 for details about each program.
Press PRG+ or PRG repeatedly to select the desired program. The name of the selected program appears on the display.

DSP program name

If desired, adjust the delay time and the sound output level of each speaker. (Refer to pages 40 and 41 for details.)
You can select a DSP program for each of the input sources. Once you select a program, it is linked with the input source selected at that time. So, when you select the input source next time, the same program is automatically selected. When a monaural source is being played with PRO LOGIC/ Normal or PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED, no sound will be heard from the main speakers and the rear speakers. Sound can only be heard from the center speaker. However, if CENTER SP in the SET MENU is set to the NONE position, the center channel sound is output from the main speakers. When a source connected to the EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals of this unit is selected, the digital sound field processor cannot be used.

s On the front panel

Make sure that the effect speakers (center, rear, and subwoofer) are turned on. Press PROGRAM h or l repeatedly to select the desired program. The name of the selected program appears on the display.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the setting of any other item in the same way.
Memory back-up The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost when this unit is set in the standby mode. If, however, the power cord is disconnected from the AC power outlet or the power is cut for more than one week, the settings of the SET MENU will automatically return to the preset positions and values. If so, adjust the settings of the SET MENU again.
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Description of Each Item

1. CENTER SP
Choices: LRG (Large)/SML (Small)/NONE Preset position: LRG (Large)

3. MAIN SP

Choices: LARGE/SMALL Preset position: LARGE INTRODUCTION
LRG (Large) Select this position if your center speaker is approximately the same size as the main speakers. In this position, fullrange signals on the center channel are directed to the center speaker. SML (Small) Select this position if you use a center speaker that is smaller than the main speakers. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) on the center channel are distributed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal (or to the right and left main speakers if BASS OUT is set to the MAIN position). NONE Select this position if you do not have a center speaker (4-speaker system). In this position, full-range signals on the center channel are directed to the right and left main speakers.
LARGE Select this position if your main speakers have high ability for bass reproduction. In this position, full-range signals on the main channels are directed to the right and left main speakers. SMALL Select this position if your main speakers do not have high ability for bass reproduction. However, if your system does not include a subwoofer, do not select this position. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) on the main channels are distributed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal if BASS OUT is set to the SW or BOTH position.

4. BASS OUT

Choices: SW/MAIN/BOTH Preset position: BOTH BASIC OPERATION

2. REAR SP

Choices: LARGE/SMALL Preset position: LARGE
SW Select this position if your system includes a subwoofer. In this position, signals on the LFE channel and other low bass signals that are distributed from other channels are directed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal when playing a source encoded with Dobly Digital or DTS.
LARGE Select this position if your rear speakers have high ability for bass reproduction, or if a subwoofer is connected in parallel to the rear speaker. In this position, full-range signals on the rear channels are directed to the rear speakers. SMALL Select this position if your rear speakers do not have high ability for bass reproduction. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) on the rear channels are distributed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal (or to the right and left main speakers if BASS OUT is set to the MAIN position).

When playing a 2-channel source (tape, MD, CD, video cassette etc.), select the BOTH position to direct low bass signals (below 90 Hz) to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminals.
MAIN Select this position if your system does not include a subwoofer. In this position, besides full-range signals on the main channels, signals on the LFE channel and other low bass signals (below 90 Hz) that are distributed from other channels are directed to the right and left main speakers. BOTH Select this position if your system includes a subwoofer. In this position, signals on the LFE channel are directed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal. Low bass signals on the main channels are directed to both the main speakers and the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal.
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5. MAIN LVL

Choices: NORM (Normal)/10 dB Preset position: NORM (Normal)
7. D-RANGE (Adjusting the dynamic range)
Choices: MAX/STD (Standard)/MIN Preset position: MAX
NORM (Normal) Normally select this position. 10 dB Select this position if the sound output from the main speakers is too loud and cannot be balanced with the sound output from the center and rear speakers. In this position, the sound output from the main speakers is attenuated.
This adjustment is only effective when Dolby Digital is being decoded.
The setting of CENTER SP, REAR SP, MAIN SP and BASS OUT have no effect on a source connected to the EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals on the rear of this unit. Once you have adjusted appropriately for CENTER SP, REAR SP, MAIN SP, BASS OUT and MAIN LVL, you do not have to change any settings unless your speaker system is modified.
6. D.D. LFE (Adjusting the output level of the LFE channel for Dolby Digital)
Control range: 20 dB to 0 dB (in 1 dB steps) Preset value: 0 dB
Dynamic range is the difference between the maximum level and the minimum level of sounds. Sounds on a movie originally designed for movie theaters feature a very wide dynamic range. Dolby Digital technology can modify the original sound track into a home audio format with this wide dynamic range unchanged. Powerful sounds of extremely wide dynamic range are not always suitable for home use. Depending on the condition of your listening environment, it may not be possible to increase the sound output to a level as high as that in a movie theater. However, at the normal level suitable for listening in your room, the low-level parts of source sound often cannot be heard well because they will be lost among noise in your environment. Dolby Digital technology has also made it possible to reduce an original sound tracks dynamic range for a home audio format by compressing the sound data. MAX In this position, a source encoded with Dolby Digital is reproduced in the original sound tracks wide dynamic range to provide you with powerful sounds just like those in a movie theater. Selecting this position will be even better if you can listen to a source at a high output level in a room specially soundproofed for audio/video enjoyment. STD (Standard) In this position, a source encoded with Dolby Digital is reproduced in the compressed dynamic range of the source that is suitable for low-level listening. MIN In this position, the dynamic range is more reduced than in the STD position. Selecting this position will be effective when you must listen to a source at a low level.

This adjustment is only effective when Dolby Digital is being decoded and the selected source encoded with Dolby Digital contains LFE signals.
This adjusts the output level of the LFE channel. If the LFE signals are mixed with signals of other channels and they are directed to the same speakers, the ratio of the LFE signal level to the level of the other signals can be adjusted.
It may happen that sound is output faintly or not output normally depending on the source. In that case, select the MAX or STD position.
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8. DTS LFE (Adjusting the output level of the LFE channel for DTS)
Control range: 10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps) Preset value: 0 dB
10.MEM. GUARD (Locking the settings)
Choices: ON/OFF Preset position: OFF INTRODUCTION
This adjustment is effective only when DTS is being decoded and the selected source encoded with DTS contains LFE signals.
If you wish to prevent accidental alterations to the settings of the SET MENU and other adjustments on this unit, select the ON position. The following settings on this unit can be locked: Settings of other items in the SET MENU Settings in the TIME/LEVEL mode Settings when using TEST
9. CNTR DELAY (Adjusting the delay of the center sound)
Control range: 0 ms to 5 ms (in 1 ms steps) Preset value: 0 ms
11.SAT INPUT (Selecting the initial input mode for a source connected to the SAT/D-TV input terminals)
Choices: AUTO/LAST Preset position: AUTO
This adjustment is only effective when Dolby Digital or DTS is being decoded and the selected source encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS contains center channel signals.
The input mode for a source connected to the SAT/D-TV input terminals of this unit can be automatically set when the power of this unit is turned on. Refer to page 22 for details about the input mode. AUTO In this position, the input mode is always set to AUTO. LAST In this position, the input mode is automatically set to that selected the last time when the power of this unit was turned on.
This adjusts the delay between the main sound (on the main channels) and dialog, etc. (on the center channel). The larger the value, the later the dialog, etc. is generated. This makes sounds from the left main, center and right main speakers reach your listening position at the same time. This is achieved by delaying the sound from the center speaker if the distance from the center speaker to your listening position is shorter than the distance from the right and left main speaker to your listening position.

ADVANCED OPERATION APPENDIX English
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DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
When using the digital sound field processor with the Dolby Pro Logic decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder, you can adjust the delay time between the main sound and sound effect, and each speakers output level as you wish.
Sound Output Level of the Center, Right Rear and Left Rear Speakers, and Subwoofer
If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of each speaker even if it has already been adjusted in ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE on pages 18 and 19.

Delay Time

You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of the sound from the main speakers and the beginning of the sound effect from the rear speakers. The larger the value, the later the sound effect is generated. The delay time can be individually adjusted to all DSP programs.
The sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted when the input signal is analog, PCM audio, or encoded with Dolby Digital in 2-channel. If CENTER SP in the SET MENU is set to the NONE position, the sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted. This is because the center channel sound is automatically output from the right and left main speakers. Once the sound output level has been adjusted, the level will be the same for all DSP programs. Speaker Center Right rear Left rear Subwoofer Control range (dB) 20 to +to +to +to 0 Preset value 0 0
Adding too much delay will cause an unnatural effect with some sources. The sound is momentarily interrupted while adjusting the delay time. Preset Control Program value range (ms) 1. PRO LOGIC/Normal 15 to DOLBY DIGITAL/Normal 0 to DTS DIGITAL SUR/Normal 0 to PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED 15 to DOLBY DIGITAL/ENHANCED 0 to DTS DIGITAL SUR/ENHANCED 0 to 2. 70 mm SPECTACLE 15 to DGTL SPECTACLE 1 to DTS SPECTACLE 1 to 70 mm SCI-FI 15 to DGTL SCI-FI 1 to DTS SCI-FI 1 to 3. 70 mm ADVENTURE 15 to DGTL ADVENTURE 1 to DTS ADVENTURE 1 to 70 mm GENERAL 15 to DGTL GENERAL 1 to DTS GENERAL 1 to 4. MONO MOVIE 1 to 5. TV SPORTS 1 to 6. DISCO 1 to 7. ROCK CONCERT 1 to 8. CONCERT HALL 1 to 99 44
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Adjusting Method

Press + or to adjust the delay time or speaker output levels. INTRODUCTION
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the settings of any other item.
Memory back-up The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost when this unit is set in the standby mode. If, however, the power cord is disconnected from the AC power outlet or the power is cut for more than one week, the latest values for the delay time and the center/rear/ subwoofer output levels that were set will automatically return to the preset values. If so, adjust the delay time and output levels again.

AMP(TUNER) You can perform the basic operations of this unit. Refer to page 7. CD The code for a YAMAHA CD player is factory set. DVD/LD & DVD MENU An LD player can be controlled in the DVD/LD mode. A DVD player can be controlled in the DVD/LD and DVD MENU modes. The code for a YAMAHA DVD player is factory set. If the remote control does not operate your YAMAHA DVD player, you need to set the code number 0048.
TAPE/MD The code for a YAMAHA tape deck is factory set. (The code for the YAMAHA MD recorder can also be set.) VCR A VCR can be controlled. TV A TV can be controlled. CBL/SAT A cable TV or satellite tuner can be controlled.
The button functions on the remote control differ depending on the operation mode. Refer to the following pages for details.
Controlling the Components Connected to This Unit
s Example: To control YAMAHA CD player 7
Press CD on the component selector. Press p. Refer to page 45 for the CD player operation buttons.

Adjust the volume.

Make sure that VOLUME is set to the m position. Press AMP(TUNER) on the component selector.
If you set the remote control with the manufacturers codes listed from page i at the end of this manual, you can control other brands of components. Refer to Setup codes on page 48 for details.

Turn on the power.

Press CD on the input selector.
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Description of Each Mode

s TAPE/MD MODE
TV VOLUME functions if you have set the code for your TV.

Press TAPE/MD.

POWER (TAPE) This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA tape deck. This button turns on the tape deck that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code for another manufacturer. (MD) This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for the YAMAHA MD recorder.

Input selector buttons

EFFECT

VOLUME MUTE TV VOLUME

r REC/PAUSE This button gives a pause in recording on a tape deck or MD recorder. p PLAY This button plays a tape or an MD. b DIR A (TAPE) This button selects the playing direction of deck A. SKIP (MD) This button skips to the previous track. w REWIND (TAPE) This button rewinds a tape. SEARCH (MD) This button initiates a backward search on the track that is playing to find the point from which you want to listen.

DISPLAY (MD)

DECK A/B (TAPE) This button selects deck A or B on a double-cassette tape deck. e PAUSE (MD) This button gives a pause in operation. a DIR B (TAPE) This button selects the playing direction of deck B. SKIP+ (MD) This button skips to the next track. s STOP This button stops operation on a tape deck or MD recorder. f FAST FORWARD (TAPE) This button winds a tape fast forward. SEARCH (MD) This button initiates a fast-forward search on the track that is playing to find the point from which you want to listen.

The dark-shaded buttons do not function. Refer to the instructions for details of each component.
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s CD MODE

TV VOLUME and TV INPUT function if you have set the code for your TV.

Press CD.

POWER This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA CD player. This button turns on the CD player that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code for another manufacturer. Input selector buttons
DISC SKIP +/ (for a CD player with CD changer) These buttons skip to the next or previous CD.

DISPLAY TV INPUT

e PAUSE This button gives a pause in operation. The button functions as PAUSE/STOP* for operating a YAMAHA CD player under factory setting. a SKIP+ This button skips to the beginning of the next track. s STOP This button stops operation. The button functions as PAUSE/STOP* for operating YAMAHA CD players. f SEARCH This button initiates a fast-forward search on the track that is playing to find the point from which you want to listen.
p PLAY This button plays a CD. b SKIP This button skips to the beginning of the previous track. w SEARCH This button initiates a backward search on the track that is playing to find the point from which you want to listen.

PAUSE/STOP function

Press the button once to give a pause in operation and press once more to stop operation.
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s DVD/LD MODE

Press DVD/LD. POWER (DVD) This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA DVD player. This button turns on the DVD player that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code for another manufacturer. (LD) This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA LD player. This button turns on the LD player that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code for another manufacturer.
EFFECT DISC SKIP +/ VOLUME MUTE SLEEP PAUSE SKIP STOP SEARCH TV VOLUME DISPLAY TV INPUT SKIP + PLAY SEARCH

s DVD MENU MODE

Press DVD MENU. POWER This button turns the unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA DVD player. This button turns on the DVD player that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code for another manufacturer.
DISC SKIP +/ VOLUME MUTE RETURN MENU UP MENU LEFT MENU DOWN TITLE TV VOLUME INDEX TV INPUT MENU RIGHT MENU SELECT MENU

The record is being played on a turntable with an MC cartridge. The component connected to the TAPE/MD OUT (REC) terminals of this unit is in the standby mode. It is not possible to record the sound effect by a tape deck or MD recorder connected to the TAPE/MD OUT (REC) terminals of this unit. The DVD/LD player, TV/digital TV or satellite tuner is connected to the unit only through the digital terminals.
Make additional connections between the analog terminals.
MEM. GUARD in the SET MENU is set to the ON position.
Set MEM. GUARD to the OFF position.

s Tuner

FM stereo reception is noisy.
The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. There is multipath interference.
Check the antenna connections. Try using a high-quality directional FM antenna. Use the manual tuning method. Adjust the antenna position to eliminate multipath interference.

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There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM FM antenna. The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. Previously preset stations can no longer be tuned in. The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. There are continuous AM crackling and hissing noises. There are buzzing and whining noises (especially in the evening).

The station is too weak.

Use the manual tuning method. Use a high-quality directional FM antenna.
The unit has been disconnected for a long period. The signal is weak or the antenna connections are loose.

Re-store the stations.

Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and orient it for best reception. Use the manual tuning method. Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This will help somewhat, but it is difficult to eliminate all noise. Move this unit away from the TV.

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Noises result from lightning, fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment. A TV set is being used nearby.
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s Remote control

The remote control does not work.
Direct sunlight or lighting (from an inverter type of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of this unit. The batteries are weak. The component to be controlled has not been selected. The manufacturers code has not been set properly.

Reposition the unit.

Replace all batteries with new ones. Press one of the component selector buttons which corresponds to the component to be controlled. Enter the code again. Try setting another code for the same manufacturer.
The unit or other component cannot be controlled.

s LFE 0.1 Channel

This channel is for reproduction of low bass signals. The frequency range for this channel is 20 Hz to 120 Hz. This channel is called the channel 0.1 because it only reproduces a low frequency range compared to the full-range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz that is reproduced by the 5 channels in a Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 channel system.
s DTS (Digital Theater System) Digital Surround
DTS was developed to replace analog soundtracks of movies with six discrete channels of digital soundtracks, and it is now installed in many theaters around the world. The DTS digital playback system changed the way we experienced movies in theaters with six discrete channels of superb digital audio. DTS technology, through intense research and development has made it possible to deliver similar encode/decode discrete technology to home audio surround-sound entertainment. DTS Digital Surround is an encode/decode system which delivers six channels of master-quality, 20-bit audio; technically, it is 5.1 channels, which means 5 full-range (left, center, right and two surround) channels, plus a subwoofer (LFE) channel (as 0.1). It is compatible with the 5.1 speaker configurations that are currently available for home theater systems.

s S VIDEO Signal

The S VIDEO signal is separated and transmitted as the Y signal which indicates the luminance and the C signal which indicates the chroma of the video signal (composite signal). Using the S VIDEO terminal eliminates video signal transmission loss and allows recording and playback of even more beautiful images.
0110V496RDS50-55_EN 54 1/6/0, 11:08 AM
Accessories... 2 AC outlet... 17 Antennas... 10, 11
Muting... 21 INTRODUCTION
Playing... 20 Preset stations To recall a preset station... 30 Exchanging preset stations.. 31 Preset tuning Automatic preset tuning... 29 Manual preset tuning... 30
BALANCE.. 21 BGV (background video) function. 21
Canceling sound effect.. 24 CINEMA DSP... 27, 54 Connections Antennas... 10, 11 Audio components (tape deck/MD recorder, CD player and turntable).. 12 Digital connections.. 13 Speakers... 15 TV monitor... 13 Video components (DVD/LD player, VCR and TV/ digital TV, satellite tuner).. 13