SLEEP TIMER.. 42

Setting the SLEEP Timer.. 42 Canceling the SLEEP Timer.. 42
PRESET REMOTE CONTROL.. 43
Component Selector Buttons. Controlling the Components Connected to This Unit... Description of Each Mode.. Setting the Manufacturer Code.. Returning to the Factory Setting. 49

BASIC OPERATION

ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE. 19
Before You Start Adjusting.. 19 Using the Test Tone... 19

SOUND FIELD PROGRAM.. 50

Hi-Fi DSP Programs.. 50 CINEMA DSP Programs.. 50

PLAYING A SOURCE.. 21

Input Modes and Indications.. 23 Selecting a DSP Program.. 24 Canceling the Sound Effect (turning off the effect speakers)... 25

APPENDIX

TROUBLESHOOTING. 53 SPECIFICATIONS.. 57 GLOSSARY.. 58 INDEX... 60

TUNING... 26

Connecting the Antennas.. Automatic Tuning.. Manual Tuning... Automatic Preset Tuning (for RDS stations only). Manual Preset Tuning.. To Recall a Preset Station. Exchanging Preset Stations.. Description of RDS Data.. Changing the RDS Mode.. PTY SEEK Function.. EON Function.. 33
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS. 31

RECORDING A SOURCE. 34

English
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FEATURES

5-Channel Power Amplification
N Minimum RMS Output (0.06% THD, 20 Hz 20 kHz) Main: 70 W + 70 W (8 ) Center: 70 W (8 ) Rear: 70 W + 70 W (8 )

Other Features

N 96-kHz/24-bit D/A Converter N SET MENU which Provides You with 9 Items for Optimizing This Unit for Your Audio/Video System N Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance Adjustment N 6-Channel External Decoder Input for Other Future Formats N Video Signal Input and Output Capability (Including S Video Connections) N Optical and Coaxial Digital Signal Input Jacks N SLEEP Timer N Remote Control with Preset Manufacturer Codes
Multi-mode Digital Sound Field Processing
N N N N N DTS Decoder Dolby Pro Logic Decoder Dolby Digital Decoder Hi-Fi DSP CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP Technology and Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS N Virtual CINEMA DSP N SILENT CINEMA
Sophisticated FM/AM Tuner
N N N N 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning Automatic Preset Tuning Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing) Multi-Functions for RDS Broadcast Reception
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 in this manual.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, AC-3, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other world-wide patents issued and pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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GETTING STARTED

Checking the Package Contents
Check that the following items are included in your package.
Remote control Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4 type) AM loop antenna

Indoor FM antenna

Quick reference card
75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)

Connection guide

Battery Installation in the Remote Control

Battery Replacement

If the remote control operates only when it is close to the unit, the batteries are weak. Replace all the batteries with new ones. Be sure to replace the batteries within about two minutes. If it takes longer than two minutes, the codes preset for the remote control will return to the factory settings.
Turn the remote control over and slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries (AAA, R03 or UM-4 type) according to the polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover.
Use only AAA, R03 or UM-4 batteries for replacement. Be sure the battery polarity is correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time. 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.

APPENDIX English

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

VOLUME

D I G I T A L

RDS MODE/FREQ

D I G I TA L

STANDBY /ON

SURROUND

PTY SEEK MODE START

I Connecting an MD recorder, CD recorder or tape deck y
When you connect your recording component to both the analog and digital input and output jacks, the priority is given to the digital signal.
When you connect a recording component to this unit, keep its power on while using this unit. If the power is off, this unit may distort the sound from other components. Since digital output and analog output (REC OUT) are independent of each other, the analog signal is output only to the analog jack, while the digital signal is output only to the digital jack.
You can designate the input for each digital jack according to your component by using 3 I/O ASSIGN in the SET MENU.
About the dust protection cap Pull out the cap from the optical jack before you connect the fiber optic cable. Do not discard the cap. When you are not using the optical jack, be sure to put the cap back in place. This cap protects the jack from dust.
Connecting an External Decoder
This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (left and right MAIN, CENTER, left and right SURROUND and SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from an external decoder, sound processor or pre-amplifier. Connect the output jacks on your external decoder to the 6CH INPUT jacks. Be sure to match the left and right outputs to the left and right input jacks for the main and surround channels.
The OPTICAL jacks on this unit conform to the EIA standard. If you use a fiber optic cable that does not conform to this standard, this unit may not function properly.
I Connecting a CD player y
The COAXIAL jack is available for a CD player which has coaxial digital output jack. When you connect a CD player to both the analog and digital jacks, priority is given to the input signals from the digital jack.
When you select 6CH INPUT as the input source, this unit automatically turns off the digital sound field processor, and you cannot listen to DSP programs. When you select 6CH INPUT as the input source, changing items of 1 SPEAKER SET in the SET MENU is not affected (except MAIN LVL).
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OUTPUT

MAIN OUTPUT

SUBWOOFER OUTPUT

CD player

External decoder

COAXIAL OUTPUT

L R C L R L R

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Connecting Speakers

Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L), + (red) and (black) properly. 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.
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear panel of this unit. Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This could damage the unit and/or speakers.

I Speaker cables

10 mm (3/8)
Remove approx. 10 mm (3/8) of insulation from each of the speaker cables. Twist the exposed wires of the cable together to prevent short circuits.
I Connecting to the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals
Red: positive (+) Black: negative ()
Unscrew the knob. Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side of each terminal. Tighten the knob to secure the wire.
I Connecting to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS terminals
Open the tab. Insert one bare wire into the hole of each terminal. Return the tab to secure the wire.

I Main speaker terminals

One or two speaker systems can be connected to these terminals. If you use only one speaker system, connect it to either of the SPEAKERS A or B terminals.

I Rear speaker terminals

A rear speaker system can be connected to these terminals.
I Center speaker terminals
A center speaker can be connected to these terminals.
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Main speakers A

Main speakers B

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

MAIN A OR B: 8 MIN. /SPEAKER A + B:16 MIN. /SPEAKER CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER REAR MAIN A OR B: 4 MIN. /SPEAKER A + B: 8 MIN. /SPEAKER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER

SUB WOOFER OUTPUT

Right Subwoofer system Center speaker Rear speakers

I Subwoofer connection

EFFECT

This unit is not set in the Virtual CINEMA DSP mode even if REAR LR SP is set to NON in the following cases: when the 5CH STEREO, PRO LOGIC/NORMAL, DOLBY DIGITAL/NORMAL or DTS/NORMAL program is selected; when the sound effect is turned off; when 6CH INPUT is selected as the input source; when 96-kHz sampling digital signals are input to this unit; when the Dolby Digital KARAOKE source is played; when using the test tone; or when connecting the headphones (you will hear SILENT CINEMA).
If the sound effect is canceled when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoding, the sounds of the center and rear channels are mixed and output from the main speakers. If you turn off the sound effect when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoding, it may happen that the sound is output faintly or not output normally, depending on the source. In that case, turn back on the sound effect.
SILENT CINEMA SILENT CINEMA allows you to enjoy the realistic feel of the DSP program while using headphones. This feature delivers powerful surround reproduction just as if listening through the speakers. You can listen to SILENT CINEMA by connecting your headphones to the PHONES jack while the effect speakers are on.
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TUNING

Connecting the Antennas
Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals.
AM loop antenna (included)
Indoor FM antenna (included)
Release the tab 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.
The AM loop antenna can be removed from the stand and attached to a wall, etc.
The AM loop antenna should be placed away from this unit. The AM loop antenna should always be connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
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.
A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas. Connecting a coaxial cable to the included 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)

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Automatic Preset Tuning (for RDS stations only)
You can make use of the automatic preset tuning function for RDS stations only. This function enables the unit to automatically tune in with strong signals and to sequentially store up to 40 RDS stations (5 groups x 8 stations).
I Automatic preset tuning options
You can select the preset number from which the unit will store RDS stations and/or begin tuning toward lower frequencies. Before automatic preset tuning begins (after pressing MEMORY in step 3), 1. Press A/B/C/D/E and PRESET/TUNING l or h to select the preset number with which the first station will be stored. The automatic preset tuning will stop when stations have all been stored up to E8. 2. Press PRESET/TUNING (EDIT) to turn z off and then press PRESET/TUNING l to begin tuning toward lower frequencies.
I When automatic preset tuning is completed
The display shows the frequency of the last preset station. Check the contents and the number of preset stations by following the procedure in the section To Recall a Preset Station on page 29.
Press FM/AM to select the FM band.
A new setting can be stored in place of the former one. The reception mode is stored along with the station frequency. You can manually replace a preset station with another FM or AM station by simply using the manual preset tuning method. Automatic preset tuning will be performed for all RDS network stations until all have been stored up to E8. Even if the number of received stations is not enough to be stored up to E8, automatic preset tuning is automatically ended after searching for all stations. Only RDS stations with sufficient signal strength are stored by automatic preset tuning. If the station you want to store is weak in signal strength, tune in to it manually in monaural mode and store it by using the manual preset tuning method. (There may be a case that this unit cannot receive a station which could be received by using the automatic tuning method. This is because this unit receives a large amount of PI (Program Identification) data along with the station.)
Hold down MEMORY (MANL/AUTO FM) for about 3 seconds. The preset number, the MEMORY and AUTO indicators flash. After about 5 seconds, automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency currently displayed toward the higher frequencies. Received stations are sequentially stored as A1, A2. A8. If more than 8 stations have been tuned, they are stored as preset station numbers in other groups (B, C, D and E) in that order.

Recall preset station E1. Refer to the procedure in the section To Recall a Preset Station on page 29. Hold down (PRESET/ TUNING) EDIT for about 3 second. E1 and the MEMORY indicator flash.

BASS EXT. MEMORY

Recall preset station A5 by using the buttons on the front panel. A5 and the MEMORY indicator flash.
Press (PRESET/TUNING) EDIT again. The display shows the exchange of stations has been completed.
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RECEIVING RDS STATIONS

Radio Data System (RDS) is a data transmission system by FM stations in many countries. Stations using this system transmit an inaudible stream of data in addition to the normal radio signal. RDS data contains various information such as PI (Program Identification), PS (Program Service name), PTY (Program Type), RT (Radio Text), CT (Clock Time), EON (Enhanced Other Networks), etc. The RDS function is carried out among the network stations.

Changing the RDS Mode

The four modes are available in this unit for displaying RDS data. When an RDS station is being received, PS, PTY, RT and/or CT that correspond to the RDS data services offered by the station light up on the display. Press RDS MODE/ FREQ repeatedly to change the display mode among the RDS data offered by the transmitting station in the order shown below. Illumination of the red indicator next to the RDS mode indicator shows that the corresponding RDS mode is now selected.

Description of RDS Data

This unit can receive PI, PS, PTY, RT, CT, and EON data when receiving RDS broadcasting stations.
When an RDS station is being received, do not press RDS MODE/FREQ until one or more RDS mode indicators light up on the display. If you press the button before the indicators light up on the display, the mode cannot be changed. This is because the unit has not yet received all of the RDS data on the station. RDS data not offered by the station cannot be selected. The RDS data service cannot be utilized by this unit if the received signal is not strong enough. In particular, the RT mode requires a large amount of data to be received, so it is possible that the RT mode may not be displayed even if other RDS modes (PS, PTY, etc.) are displayed. RDS data cannot sometimes be received under poor reception conditions. If so, press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator goes off from the display. Although the reception mode is changed to monaural by this operation, when you change the display to RDS mode, RDS data may be displayed. If the signal strength is weakened by external interference during the reception of an RDS station, the RDS data service may be cut off suddenly and.WAIT will appear on the display.
I PS (Program Service name) mode:
The name of the RDS station being received is displayed.

Press EON repeatedly to select the desired program type (NEWS, INFO, AFFAIRS or SPORT). The selected program type name indicator lights up on the display.

PS PTY RT CT

This function can only be used when an RDS station that offers the EON data service is being received. When such a station is being received, the EON indicator lights up on the display.

BASS EXT.

EON TUNED

AUTO STEREO

If a preset RDS station of the selected program type starts broadcasting, the unit will automatically switch from the program being currently received to that program. The program type name indicator flashes.
Make sure that the EON indicator lights up on the display. If the EON indicator does not light up, tune in to another RDS station so that the EON indicator lights up.
When broadcasting of the required program ends, the previously received station (or another program on the same station) is recalled.

EON BASS EXT. TUNED

Press EON repeatedly until no program type name lights up on the display.
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RECORDING A SOURCE

Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording component. Refer to the instructions for these components.
Do a test recording before you start an actual recording. When this unit is set in the standby mode, you cannot record between other components connected to this unit. The DSP program and the setting of VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE have no effect on the material being recorded. A source connected to the 6CH INPUT jacks of this unit cannot be recorded. Composite video and S video signals pass independently through this units video circuits. Therefore, when recording or dubbing video signals, if your video source component is connected to provide only an S video (or only a composite video) signal, you can record only an S video (or only a composite video) signal by your VCR. A given input source is not output on the same REC OUT channel. (For example, the signal input from VCR 1 IN is not output on VCR 1 OUT.) Check the copyright laws in your country to record from records, CDs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

The SLEEP timer can also be canceled by setting the unit in the standby mode by using POWER on the remote control (or STANDBY/ON), or by disconnecting the AC power cord from the AC power outlet.
The SLEEP timer is off (SLEEP OFF). (This is the state before SLEEP is pressed.)
The SLEEP indicator soon lights up on the display after the SLEEP timer has been set. The display returns to the previous indication.

STEREO TUNED SLEEP

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PRESET REMOTE CONTROL

It is possible to control this unit and other YAMAHA A/V components using the remote control supplied with this unit. It is also possible to control components from other manufacturers (or some YAMAHA components) by setting the proper manufacturer code (a signal assigned to each manufacturer and component).
For the notes on batteries, operating distance and names and functions of the remote control, refer to each description in this manual.
Component Selector Buttons
There are eight component selector buttons. Press one of these buttons which corresponds to the component you want to control with the remote control. For example, if you press CD on the component selector, the remote control is set to the CD operation mode, allowing the CD player to be controlled.
AMP(TUNER) You can perform the basic operations of this unit. 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.
TAPE/MD The code for a YAMAHA MD deck is factory set. (The code for the YAMAHA CD recorder and tape deck 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. When shipped from the factory, the YAMAHA manufacturer codes listed on page 49 are set for each dial position. If unable to operate your YAMAHA A/V component, please try using another YAMAHA code.
Controlling the Components Connected to This Unit
I Example: To control YAMAHA CD player

Turn on the power.

Press CD on the input selector.
Press CD on the component selector. Press p. Refer to Description of Each Mode for the CD player operation buttons.
Make sure that the volume is set at the minimum level. Press AMP(TUNER) on the component selector.

Adjust the volume.

If you set the remote control with the manufacturer codes listed from page i at the end of this manual, you can control other brands of components. Refer to Setting the Manufacturer Code for details.
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Description of Each Mode

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

Press TAPE/MD.

POWER This button turns this unit on if you have set the code for a YAMAHA tape deck, MD recorder or CD recorder. This button turns on the tape deck, MD recorder or CD recorder that has a remote control with a power button if you have set the code.

Input selector buttons

6CH INPUT 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, an MD or CD-R. b DIR A (TAPE) This button selects the playing direction of deck A. SKIP (MD/CD-R) This button skips to the previous track. w REWIND (TAPE) This button rewinds a tape. SEARCH (MD/CD-R) This button initiates a backward search on the track that is playing to find the point from which you want to listen.

DISPLAY (MD/CD-R)

DECK A/B (TAPE) This button selects deck A or B on a double-cassette tape deck. e PAUSE (MD/CD-R) This button gives a pause in operation. a DIR B (TAPE) This button selects the playing direction of deck B. SKIP+ (MD/CD-R) This button skips to the next track. s STOP This button stops operation on a tape deck, MD recorder or CD recorder. f FAST FORWARD (TAPE) This button winds a tape fast forward. SEARCH (MD/CD-R) 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 even if you have set up the manufacturer code. Some of them may not function depending on the component you have. In this case, use the original remote control supplied with your component.
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I CD MODE

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

Press CD.

Refer to page

16, 17
No sound and/or no picture.
Incorrect input or output cable connections. An appropriate input source has not been selected. The speaker connections are not secure. The main speakers to be used have not been selected properly. The volume is turned down. The sound is muted. Digital signals other than PCM audio, Dolby Digital or DTS signal which this unit cannot reproduce are being input to this unit by playing a CD-ROM, etc.
The picture does not appear. The sound suddenly goes off.
The output and input for the video are connected to different types of video jacks. The protection circuit has been activated because of a short circuit, etc.
Make connections using the same type of jack (between composites, S-VIDEOs, or components) for both the input and output. Check the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch is set to the appropriate position and then turn the unit back on. Check the speaker wires are not touching each other and then turn the unit back on.

14, 15

The sleep timer has functioned. The sound is muted. Only the speaker on one side can be heard. Incorrect cable connections.
Turn on the power, and play the source again. Press MUTE or any operation buttons to cancel a mute and adjust the volume. Connect the cables properly. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective.
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No sound from the effect speakers.
The sound effect is off. A Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS decoding DSP program is being used with material not encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS. A 96-kHz sampling digital signal is being input to this unit.
Press EFFECT to turn it on. Select another DSP program.

25 50, 51

22 Raise the level of the center speaker. Select the appropriate mode for your center speaker. Select another DSP program. 50, 51
No sound from the center speaker.
The output level of the center speaker is set to minimum. CENTER SP in the SET MENU is set to NON. One of the Hi-Fi DSP programs (1 to 4) has been selected. The source encoded with a Dolby Digital or DTS signal does not have a center channel signal.
No sound from the rear speakers.

I SILENT CINEMA

YAMAHA has developed a natural, realistic sound effect DSP algorithm for headphones. Parameters for headphones have been set for each sound field so that accurate representations of all the sound field programs can be enjoyed on headphones.

I Virtual CINEMA DSP

YAMAHA has developed a virtual CINEMA DSP algorithm that allows you to enjoy DSP sound field surround effects even without any rear speakers by using virtual rear speakers. It is even possible to enjoy virtual CINEMA DSP in a minimum two-speaker system that does not include a center speaker.
I DTS (Digital Theater Systems) Digital Surround
DTS digital surround was developed to replace the analog soundtracks of movies with a six-channel digital sound track, and is now rapidly gaining popularity in movie theaters around the world. Digital Theater Systems Inc. has developed a home theater system so that you can enjoy the depth of sound and natural spatial representation of DTS digital surround in your home. This system is practically distortion-free, clear 6-channel sound (technically, a left, right and center channels, two rear channels, plus an LFE 0.1 channel as a subwoofer, for a total of 5.1 channels).
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I S VIDEO signal

With S VIDEO signal system, the video signal normally transmitted using a pin cable is separated and transmitted as the Y signal for the luminance and the C signal for the chrominance through the S VIDEO cable. Using the S VIDEO jack eliminates video signal transmission loss and allows recording and playback of even more beautiful images.

I PCM (Linear PCM)

Linear PCM is a signal format under which an analog audio signal is digitized, recorded and transmitted without using any compression. This is used as a method of recording CDs and DVD audio. The PCM system uses a technique for sampling the size of the analog signal per very small unit of time. Standing for pulse code modulation, the analog signal is encoded as pulses and then modulated for recording.
I Sampling frequency and number of quantized bits
When digitizing an analog audio signal, the number of times the signal is sampled per second is called the sampling frequency, while the degree of fineness when converting the sound level into a numeric value is called the number of quantized bits. The range of rates that can be played back is determined based on the sampling rate, while the dynamic range representing the sound level difference is determined by the number of quantized bits. In principle, the higher the sampling frequency, the wider the range of frequencies that can be played back, and the higher the number of quantized bits, the more finely the sound level can be reproduced.

RX-V420RDS
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. Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place with at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the right and left, and 10 cm at the back of this unit for ventilation space away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not place this unit where it may get exposed to rain, water, and/or any type of liquid. Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from cold to hot, and do not locate this unit in a environment with high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this unit, which may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. On the top of this unit, do not place: Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit. Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Containers with liquid in them, as they may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit. Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections are complete. Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage. Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords. 15 Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reasons. 16 When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet. 17 Be sure to read the TROUBLESHOOTING section on common operating errors before concluding that this unit is faulty. 18 Before moving this unit, press STANDBY/ON to set this unit in the standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
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.

I 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.
I 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.

SOUND FIELD PROGRAM.. 43

Hi-Fi DSP Programs.. 43 CINEMA DSP Programs.. 43

BASIC OPERATION

ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE. 19
Before You Start Adjusting.. 19 Using the Test Tone... 19

APPENDIX

TROUBLESHOOTING. 46 SPECIFICATIONS.. 50 GLOSSARY.. 51 INDEX... 53

PLAYING A SOURCE.. 21

Input Modes and Indications.. 23 Selecting a DSP Program.. 24 Canceling the Sound Effect (turning off the effect speakers)... 25

TUNING... 26

Connecting the Antennas.. Automatic Tuning.. Manual Tuning... Automatic Preset Tuning (for RDS stations only). Manual Preset Tuning.. To Recall a Preset Station. Exchanging Preset Stations.. Description of RDS Data.. Changing the RDS Mode.. PTY SEEK Function.. EON Function.. 33
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS. 31

RECORDING A SOURCE. 34

English
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FEATURES

5-Channel Power Amplification
N 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 )

Other Features

N SET MENU which Provides You with 9 Items for Optimizing This Unit for Your Audio/Video System N Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance Adjustment N 6-Channel External Decoder Input for Other Future Formats N Video Signal Input and Output Capability N Optical and Coaxial Digital Signal Input Jacks N SLEEP Timer N Remote Control Capability
Multi-mode Digital Sound Field Processing
N N N N N DTS Decoder Dolby Pro Logic Decoder Dolby Digital Decoder Hi-Fi DSP CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP Technology and Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS N Virtual CINEMA DSP N SILENT CINEMA
Sophisticated FM/AM Tuner
N N N N 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning Automatic Preset Tuning Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing) Multi-Functions for RDS Broadcast Reception
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 in this manual.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, AC-3, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other world-wide patents issued and pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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GETTING STARTED

Checking the Package Contents
Check that the following items are included in your package.

Remote control

Batteries (AA, R06, UM-3 type)

AM loop antenna

Indoor FM antenna

Connection guide

75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)
Battery Installation in the Remote Control

Battery Replacement

If the remote control operates only when it is close to the unit, the batteries are weak. Replace all the batteries with new ones.
Use only AA, R06 or UM-3 batteries for replacement. Be sure the battery polarity is correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time. 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.
Turn the remote control over and slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries (AA, R06 or UM-3 type) according to the polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover.
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

VOLUME

D I G I T A L

RDS MODE/FREQ

D I G I TA L

STANDBY /ON

SURROUND

PTY SEEK MODE START

INPUT MODE

PRESET /TUNING

6CH INPUT

TREBLE

BALANCE
SPEAKERS A B PROGRAM EFFECT PRESET/TUNING A/B/C/D/E

EDIT MEMORY TUNING MODE

MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L MONO PHONES VIDEO L AUDIO R

SILENT

VIDEO AUX

o pa s

1 STANDBY/ON
Press this switch to turn on the power of this unit or to set this unit in the standby mode. Before turning the power on, set the volume at the minimum level. Standby mode In this mode, this unit consumes a very small quantity of power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control.
Press this button to select the desired program type (NEWS, INFO, AFFAIRS, SPORT) when you want to tune in to a radio program of that type automatically.

7 PTY SEEK START

Press this button to begin searching for a station after the desired program type has been selected in the PTY SEEK mode.

2 Remote control sensor

This receives signals from the remote control.

8 INPUT MODE

Press this button to select the input mode among AUTO, DTS and ANALOG for the sources that send two or more types of signals to this unit.

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 to ensure even 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)

I 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.

I Rear speakers

Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards, nearly 1.8 m (approx. 6 feet) above the floor.
I 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.

I 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 NON position.

I 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.

About the dust protection cap Pull out the cap from the optical jack before you connect the fiber optic cable. Do not discard the cap. When you are not using the optical jack, be sure to put the cap back in place. This cap protects the jack from dust.
When you select 6CH INPUT as the input source, this unit automatically turns off the digital sound field processor, and you cannot listen to DSP programs. When you select 6CH INPUT as the input source, changing items of 1 SPEAKER SET in the SET MENU is not affected (except MAIN LVL).
The OPTICAL jacks on this unit conform to the EIA standard. If you use a fiber optic cable that does not conform to this standard, this unit may not function properly.
I Connecting a CD player y
The COAXIAL jack is available for a CD player which has coaxial digital output jack. When you connect a CD player to both the analog and digital jacks, priority is given to the input signals from the digital jack.
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OUTPUT

MAIN OUTPUT

SUBWOOFER OUTPUT

CD player

External decoder

COAXIAL OUTPUT

L R C L R L R

SURROUND OUTPUT

CENTER OUTPUT

D-TV/CBL 6CH INPUT MAIN DVD L SURROUND L CENTER

UNBAL.

D-TV/CBL
VIDEO SIGNAL IN VCR 1 OUT

MONITOR OUT VIDEO

IN(PLAY) OUT(REC) MD/CD-R
IN D-TV/CBL DVD AUDIO SIGNAL VCR 1

Audio component

MD recorder or CD recorder
indicates signal direction
indicates left analog cables indicates right analog cables indicates coaxial cables
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Connecting Video Components

I Audio signal jacks

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

I Video signal jacks

Be sure to connect the input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.
I TV monitor with a 21-pin connector
Make a connection as shown on page 15 with a commercially available SCART-plug connector cable.
I VIDEO AUX jacks (on the front panel)

VIDEO L AUDIO R

These jacks are used to connect any video input source such as a game console to this unit.

AUDIO OUT R AUDIO OUT L

Game console

VIDEO OUT

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Video monitor

OPTICAL OUTPUT

DVD player

SCART-plug

AUDIO OUTPUT

O L R V

VIDEO OUTPUT

VIDEO INPUT

V V L R

No connection
DIGITAL INPUT CD TUNER AM ANT GND FM ANT
DVD D-TV/CBL VIDEO SIGNAL IN VCR 1 OUT MONITOR OUT VIDEO

AUDIO INPUT

Using the Test Tone

The adjustment of each speaker sound output level should be performed at your listening position with the remote control.
Since this unit cannot enter the test mode while headphones are connected to this unit, be sure to unplug the headphones from the PHONES jack when using the test tone.

4 1,5 2

Before You Start Adjusting
Press TEST. TEST LEFT appears on the display.
Set the volume at the minimum level.
Turn up the volume. You will hear a test tone (like pink noise) from each speaker for about two seconds in following order: left main speaker, center speaker, right main speaker, right rear speaker and left rear speaker. The display changes as shown below.

TEST LEFT TEST RIGHT

TEST CENTER

Turn the power on.

Press SPEAKERS A or B to select the main speakers to be used. If you use two main speaker systems, press both A and B.

SPEAKERS A B

TEST L SUR.

ON OFF

TEST R SUR.
If the test tone cannot be heard, turn down the volume, set the unit in the standby mode and check the speaker connections. If the test tone cannot be heard from the center speaker, check the setting of CENTER SP in the SET MENU.
Set BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE to the center position.

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

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Adjust BALANCE on the front panel so that the sound output level of the right main speaker and the left main speaker is the same.

Front panel

Press /+ repeatedly to adjust the output level of the speaker currently outputting the test tone so that it becomes almost the same as that of the main speakers. While adjusting, the test tone is heard from the selected speaker. When the adjustment is complete, press TEST. Test tone stops.
If CENTER SP in the SET MENU is set to the NON position, the sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted in step 4. The center channel sound is automatically output from the right and left main speakers. For details on adjusting the subwoofer speaker, refer to DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS on page 40. After adjusting with the test tone, it is possible to adjust the speaker level to taste while listening to the playback of an actual source. Refer to DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS on page 40.
Once you have completed the adjustments, you can only adjust the overall volume level of your audio system by using VOLUME (or VOLUME ( / )). If there is insufficient sound output from the center and rear speakers, you may decrease the main speaker output level by setting MAIN LVL in the SET MENU to 10 dB.

If the sound effect is canceled when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoding, the sounds of the center and rear channels are mixed and output from the main speakers. If you turn off the sound effect when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoding, it may happen that the sound is output faintly or not output normally, depending on the source. In that case, turn back on the sound effect.
SILENT CINEMA SILENT CINEMA allows you to enjoy the realistic feel of the DSP program while using headphones. This feature delivers powerful surround reproduction just as if listening through the speakers. You can listen to SILENT CINEMA by connecting your headphones to the PHONES jack while the effect speakers are on.
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TUNING

Connecting the Antennas
Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals.
AM loop antenna (included)
Indoor FM antenna (included)
Release the tab 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.
The AM loop antenna can be removed from the stand and attached to a wall, etc.
The AM loop antenna should be placed away from this unit. The AM loop antenna should always be connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
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.
A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas. Connecting a coaxial cable to the included 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)

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Exchanging Preset Stations
You can exchange the assignment of two preset stations with each other. Example: Exchange preset station E1 with A5
Recall preset station E1. Refer to the procedure in the section To Recall a Preset Station on page 29. Hold down (PRESET/ TUNING) EDIT for about 3 second. E1 and the MEMORY indicator flash.

BASS EXT. MEMORY

Recall preset station A5 by using the buttons on the front panel. A5 and the MEMORY indicator flash.
Press (PRESET/TUNING) EDIT again. The display shows the exchange of stations has been completed.
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RECEIVING RDS STATIONS

Radio Data System (RDS) is a data transmission system by FM stations in many countries. Stations using this system transmit an inaudible stream of data in addition to the normal radio signal. RDS data contains various information such as PI (Program Identification), PS (Program Service name), PTY (Program Type), RT (Radio Text), CT (Clock Time), EON (Enhanced Other Networks), etc. The RDS function is carried out among the network stations.

Changing the RDS Mode

The four modes are available in this unit for displaying RDS data. When an RDS station is being received, PS, PTY, RT and/or CT that correspond to the RDS data services offered by the station light up on the display. Press RDS MODE/ FREQ repeatedly to change the display mode among the RDS data offered by the transmitting station in the order shown below. Illumination of the red indicator next to the RDS mode indicator shows that the corresponding RDS mode is now selected.

Description of RDS Data

This unit can receive PI, PS, PTY, RT, CT, and EON data when receiving RDS broadcasting stations.
When an RDS station is being received, do not press RDS MODE/FREQ until one or more RDS mode indicators light up on the display. If you press the button before the indicators light up on the display, the mode cannot be changed. This is because the unit has not yet received all of the RDS data on the station. RDS data not offered by the station cannot be selected. The RDS data service cannot be utilized by this unit if the received signal is not strong enough. In particular, the RT mode requires a large amount of data to be received, so it is possible that the RT mode may not be displayed even if other RDS modes (PS, PTY, etc.) are displayed. RDS data cannot sometimes be received under poor reception conditions. If so, press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator goes off from the display. Although the reception mode is changed to monaural by this operation, when you change the display to RDS mode, RDS data may be displayed. If the signal strength is weakened by external interference during the reception of an RDS station, the RDS data service may be cut off suddenly and.WAIT will appear on the display.

8 DISPLAY SET

I DIMMER
You can adjust the brightness of the display. Control range : 4 to 0 Initial setting: 0
9 MEM. GUARD (memory guard)
Adjust the LFE level according to the capacity of your subwoofer.
Use this feature to prevent accidental changes to the setting of the SET MENU and other settings on this unit. Choices: ON, OFF Initial setting: OFF
7 SP DLY TIME (center delay)
Use this feature to adjust the delay of the center channel sound. This feature works when this unit decodes a Dolby Digital or DTS signal. Ideally, the center speaker should be the same distance from the listening position as the left and right main speakers. However, in most home situations, the center speaker is placed in line with the main speakers. By delaying the sound from the center speaker, the apparent distance from the center speaker to the listening position can be adjusted to make it seem the same as the distance between the left and right main speakers to the listening position. Adjusting the delay time for the center speaker is especially important for giving depth to the dialog. Control range (ms): 0 to 5 Initial setting: 0 ms
Select ON to protect the following features: All SET MENU items Center, rear speakers and subwoofer levels Delay time adjusted by using TIME/LEVEL
When 9 MEM. GUARD is set to ON, you cannot use the test tone. When 9 MEM. GUARD is set to ON, you cannot select any other SET MENU items.

Center speaker image

C L C R
Increasing the delay by 1 ms simulates moving the speaker about 30 cm (one foot) farther away from the actual position of the center speaker.
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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

Depending on the setting of the SET MENU, you may not be able to select all these items.
Press or + to adjust the delay time or speaker output levels.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the settings of any other item.
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SLEEP TIMER

The SLEEP timer can be used to automatically set this unit in the standby mode. This timer is useful when you are going to sleep while enjoying a broadcast or other desired input source. The SLEEP timer can only be set with the remote control.
Canceling the SLEEP Timer
Press SLEEP repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears on the display. It will soon disappear and the SLEEP indicator will go off.
The SLEEP timer is effective for the components connected to the AC OUTLET(S) on the rear panel of this unit.

Setting the SLEEP Timer

Play a source you want to enjoy when you are going to sleep. Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired SLEEP time. Each time you press SLEEP, the SLEEP time will change as below:
The SLEEP timer can also be canceled by setting the unit in the standby mode by using POWER on the remote control (or STANDBY/ON), or by disconnecting the AC power cord from the AC power outlet.
The SLEEP timer is off (SLEEP OFF). (This is the state before SLEEP is pressed.)
The SLEEP indicator soon lights up on the display after the SLEEP timer has been set. The display returns to the previous indication.

STEREO TUNED SLEEP

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SOUND FIELD PROGRAM

A digital sound field processor (DSP) based on the latest YAMAHA technology is built into this unit. It is possible to play back various sound fields for the source you are listening to.
Regardless of the program name and characteristics listed in the table below, select the sound field program that sounds best to you.

Hi-Fi DSP Programs

I For audio sources: Nos. 1 to 4
No. 1 Program (group) CONCERT HALL Sub-program Features
A large round concert hall with a rich surround effect. Pronounced reflections from all directions emphasize the extension of sounds. The sound field has a great deal of presence, and your virtual seat is near the center, close to the stage. This is the sound field at stage front in The Bottom Line, a famous New York jazz club. The floor can seat 300 people to the left and right in a sound field offering a real and vibrant sound. The ideal program for lively, dynamic rock music. The data for this program was recorded at LAs hottest rock club. The listeners virtual seat is at the center-left of the hall.

VIDEO SECTION

Video Signal Type... PAL Composite Video Signal Level. 1 Vp-p/75 ohms Signal to Noise Ratio.. 50 dB or more Frequency Response (MONITOR OUT) Composite.. 5 Hz to 10 MHz, 3 dB

FM SECTION

Tuning Range.. 87.50 to 108.00 MHz Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz).. 70 dB 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).. 48 dB Frequency Response.. 20 Hz to 15 kHz, +0.5, 2.0 dB

AM SECTION

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

GENERAL

Power Supply... AC 230 V/50 Hz Power Consumption... 210 W Standby Mode... 0.96 W AC Outlets (Total 100 W maximum) [Europe model].. 2 (SWITCHED) [U.K. model].. 1 (SWITCHED) Dimension (W x H x D).. 435 x 151 x 390 mm Weight.... 9.5 kg Accessories.. Remote Control... Batteries.... AM loop antenna... Indoor FM antenna. 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)... Connection Guide * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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GLOSSARY

I Dolby Surround
Dolby Surround uses a four analog channel recording system to reproduce realistic and dynamic sound effects: two left and right main channels (stereo), a center channel for dialog (monaural), and a rear channel for special sound effects (monaural). The rear channel reproduces sound within a narrow frequency range. Dolby Surround is widely used with nearly all video tapes and laser discs, and in many TV and cable broadcasts as well. The Dolby Pro Logic decoder built into this unit employs a digital signal processing system that automatically stabilizes the volume on each channel to enhance moving sound effects and directionality.

I LFE 0.1 channel

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

I CINEMA DSP

I Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a digital surround sound system that gives you completely independent multi-channel audio. With three front channels (left, center and right), and two rear stereo channels, Dolby Digital provides five full-range audio channels. With an additional channel especially for bass effects, called LFE (low frequency effect), the system has a total of 5.1 channels (LFE is counted as 0.1 channel). Using two-channel stereo for the rear speakers, more accurate moving sound effects and surround sound environment are possible than with Dolby Surround. The wide dynamic range (from maximum to minimum volume) reproduced by the five full-range channels and the precise sound orientation generated using digital sound processing provide listeners with previously unheard of excitement and realism. With this unit, any sound environment from monaural up to a 5.1-channel configuration can be freely selected for your enjoyment.
Since the Dolby Surround and DTS systems were originally designed for use in movie theaters, their effect is best felt in a theater having many speakers and designed for acoustic effects. Since home conditions, such as room size, wall material, number of speakers, and so on, can differ so widely, its inevitable that there are differences in the sound heard as well. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, YAMAHA CINEMA DSP uses YAMAHA original sound field technology to combine Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS systems to provide the visual and audio experience of movie theater in the listening room of your own home.

I SILENT CINEMA

YAMAHA has developed a natural, realistic sound effect DSP algorithm for headphones. Parameters for headphones have been set for each sound field so that accurate representations of all the sound field programs can be enjoyed on headphones.

I Virtual CINEMA DSP

YAMAHA has developed a virtual CINEMA DSP algorithm that allows you to enjoy DSP sound field surround effects even without any rear speakers by using virtual rear speakers. It is even possible to enjoy virtual CINEMA DSP in a minimum two-speaker system that does not include a center speaker.

AC outlets... 18 Antennas... 26
Memory back-up... 28, 36, 41 MEM. GUARD (SET MENU).. 39 Muting... 22
BALANCE... 22 BGV function... 22
Package contents.... 3 PCM.... 52 Playing... 21 Power supply cords... 18 Preset stations Exchanging preset station.. 30 Tuning in to a preset station... 29 Presetting tuning Automatic preset tuning.. 28 Manual preset tuning.. 29
CINEMA DSP... 43, 51 Connections Antennas... 26 Audio components (MD recorder, CD recorder and CD player)... 12 External decoder... 12 Power supply cords... 18 Speakers... 16 Video components (DVD player, VCR and TV/digital TV or cable TV/satellite tuner).. 14
RDS stations EON function... 33 PTY SEEK function... 32 RDS mode... 31 Rear panel... 9 Recording... 34 Remote control Basic operation... 6 Batteries... 3 Operation range.. 7
Delay time... 40 Display... 8 DISPLAY SET (SET MENU) DIMMER... 39 DOLBY D. SET (SET MENU) D-RANGE... 38 LFE LEVEL... 38 Dolby Digital... 51 Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic).. 51 DSP program CINEMA DSP program... 43 Hi-Fi DSP program... 43 DTS.... 51 DTS SET (SET MENU)... 38 Dust protection cap.. 12
Sampling frequency... 52 SET MENU... 35 SILENT CINEMA.. 25, 51 Sleep timer... 42 SP DLY TIME (SET MENU)... 39 Speaker Output balance (test tone).. 19 Output levels (TIME/LEVEL mode).. 40 Placement... 10 SPEAKER SET (SET MENU) BASS OUT.... 37 CENTER SP... 36 MAIN LVL.... 37 MAIN SP... 36 REAR LR SP... 36 Subwoofer... 17

External decoder... 12

Front panel.... 4
HP TONE CTRL (SET MENU).. 37
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch.. 18 INPUT MODE (SET MENU).. 38 Input modes... 23 I/O ASSIGN (SET MENU)... 37, 52
Test tone... 19 Tuning Automatic tuning... 27 Manual tuning.. 27

LFE... 38, 39, 51

Virtual CINEMA DSP... 25, 51
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Connection Guide (when listening to a digital 5.1-channel source)
OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL OUT AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT
MD/CD-R S VIDEO R R SUB WOOFER