Yamaha YHT-300 Assembly instructions

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QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
YHT-300
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YHT-300 QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
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INTRODUCTION
Yamaha developed the YHT-300 A/V Home Theater
package to turn your home into a theater. In addition to
enhancing the sound of a video source, like your TV,
DVD, or VCR, the YHT-300 also superbly reproduces
audio sources, such as a CD player or a cassette deck.
This Quick-Connect Guide will help you get started.
Study the speaker system plan (below), and then use
the interconnect diagrams (on the following pages) to
connect the receiver and speakers to your system.
For the video portion, you will need a DVD player or
hi-fi stereo VCR and a television or monitor. Refer to the
Yamaha HTR-5540 Ownerís Manual, as well as those that
came with your other components, for complete instruc-
tions and cautions. Be sure to turn off all power while
making connections.
Save this Quick-Connect Guide for future reference.
NOTE: Label the end of each speaker wire (i.e., left rear, right
front, etc.) before connecting them to the A/V receiver. For wire
runs over 30 feet, use larger 18- or 16-gauge speaker wire.
∑Wire strippers (optional)
∑Brackets, toggle bolts, molly anchor screws, or sheet
metal screws (for securing NS-AP280A speakers to 
walls)
NOTE: If you are unsure of how to securely and safely fasten
speakers to a wall, please contact a reliable source about the best
type of hardware for your particular wall's construction.
Secure installation is the purchaser's responsibility.
TOOLS AND PARTS
SPEAKER SYSTEM PLAN
C
L
NS-AP280A
(left side, same height as TV)
R
NS-AP280A
(right side, same height as TV)
S
L = Left Channel
R = Right Channel
C = Center Channel
S = Surround Channel
NS-AP280A
(on stand or wall, at least
ear level or preferably higher)
S
NS-AP280A
(on stand or wall, at least
ear level or preferably higher)
8'~10' apart
NS-AP280A
(on top or below TV)
6'~8' apart
Couch
Listening Area
Sub
YST-SW005 Subwoofer (on floor)
The YHT-300 Home Theater package consists of
(1) HTR-5540 A/V receiver with (1) remote
control, (4) 2-way NS-AP280A front/rear speakers,
(1) NS-AP280A 2-way center-channel speaker
(includes factory installed rubber feet), (1) 100' of
bulk speaker speaker wire, (1) 10' RCA audio
cable, (1) YST-SW005 Powered Subwoofer, and
related owner's manuals. You will also need:

DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AUX
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
++
--
L
RL R
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CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS
NOTE: For your convenience, the Yamaha HTR-5540 receiver is equipped with
two switched AC outlets (100 W max.). If desired, use them to power on connected
components (e.g.,CD player) each time the receiver is turned on. However, do not
use them for components equipped with clocks (e.g.,VCR).
Yamaha HTR-5540 Receiver (Rear Panel)
R L
L Out
Use RCA Audio Cables For Audio Interconnections
R Out
R Out* L Out*
* Use Playback Or Line Out
** Use Line In
R In** L In**
RCA Cable Color Codes
Yellow = Video
White = Left Audio
Red = Right Audio
CD Player (Changer)
Cassette Deck,
CD or MD Recorder
DVD
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
OUT
(REC)
AUDIO
L
R

DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AU X
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
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--
L
RL R
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CONNECTING THE YHT-300 SPEAKERS
NS-AP280A
(Center Channel)
NS-AP280A
(Front Right Ch.)
NS-AP280A
(Front Left Ch.)
NS-AP280A
(Surround Right)
NS-AP280A
(Surround Left)
Yamaha HTR-5540
A/V Receiver
(Rear Panel)
Set IMPEDANCE Selector
to right position.
Stripe
Wire
Stripe
Wire
Stripe
Wire
Stripe
Wire
Stripe
Wire
YST-SW005
(Subwoofer)
Speaker
Wiring
BLK TERMINAL = ( - ) Stripe
Strip
1
/
4 " off ends of speaker wires.
Push and hold down levers.
Insert speaker wires and
release levers.



RED TERMINAL = (+)
INPUT1
FROMAMPLIFIER
OUTPUT
TOSPEAKERS
INPUT2
/MONO
AUTO
STANDBY
OFF
LOW
HIGH LOW
HIGH HIGHCUT
OFF
POWER
ON
VOLUME
010
INPUT2 /MONO
To AC outlet

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CONNECTING VIDEO CABLES FOR VIDEO COMPONENTS
NOTE: When using a hi-fi stereo VCR, set the Tuner/Line switch
(on the VCR) to Line position to record from another source
connected to the Yamaha HTR-5540 receiver.
RCA Cable Color Codes
Yellow = Video
White = Left Audio
Red = Right Audio
Use RCA Video Cables And Jacks For Video Interconnections
Optional 75-ohm
Coaxial Cable
Hi-Fi Stereo VCR
Video In
Video Out
Video Out
ANT In
ANT Out
(RF Out)
Video In
Monitor/TV
Satellite Receiver
(or Cable Box)
DVD Player
(or Video Game)
DVD Player
(or Video Game)
Video Out
YHT-300 QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AUX
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
++
--
L
RL R
Yamaha HTR-5540 Receiver (Rear Panel)
AUDIO VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
V-AUX
L
R

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R L V
RCA Cable Color Codes
Yellow = Video
White = Left Audio
Red = Right Audio
Use an RCA Video Cable And Jacks
For Video Interconnections
DVD Player
Mixed Audio R Out
Mixed Audio L Out
Video Out
Digital Audio Out
(Optical)
OR
(see note)
Digital Audio Out
(Coaxial)
NOTE: Your DVD player may have optical and coaxial digital-audio outputs.
For optical connections, use an optical cable (available from your local audio
dealer) to connect the optical output on the DVD player to the optical input,
labeled DVD, on the the HTR-5540 receiver (see detail above).
For coaxial connections, use an RCA cable (available from your local audio
dealer) to connect the RCA coaxial output on the DVD player to the coaxial
input, labeled DIGITAL INPUT CD, on the HTR-5540 receiver (see detail above).
Then rename the digital input on the HTR-5540 to "DVD" (see the HTR-5540
Owner's Manual for the procedure).
CONNECTING A DVD PLAYER
YHT-300 QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AUX
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
++
--
L
RL R
Yamaha HTR-5540 Receiver (Rear Panel)
AUDIO VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
V-AUX
L
R
DIGIT L
INPUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD

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CONNECTING AUDIO CABLES FOR VIDEO COMPONENTS
NOTE: When using a hi-fi stereo VCR, set the Tuner/Line switch (on the VCR) to Line
position to record from another source connected to the Yamaha HTR-5540 receiver.
Audio
L Out Audio R Out Audio L In Audio R In
Use RCA Audio Cables And Jacks For Audio Interconnections
RCA Cable Color Codes
Yellow = Video
White = Left Audio
Red = Right Audio
Audio L Out
Audio R Out
Audio L Out
Audio R Out
Hi-Fi Stereo VCR
Video Player
(or Video Game Console)
Satellite
(or Cable Box)
Receiver
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R L V
YHT-300 QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AUX
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
++
--
L
RL R
Yamaha HTR-5540 Receiver (Rear Panel)
AUDIO VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
V-AUX
L
R

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CABLE HOOK-UP(BASIC AND PREMIUM CHANNELS)
NOTE: When using a hi-fi stereo VCR, set the Tuner/Line
switch (on the VCR) to Line position to record from another
source connected to the Yamaha HTR-5540 receiver.
Audio
R Out
Audio L OutAudio
L In Audio R In
RCA Audio Cables
RCA Audio Cables
ANT In Video In
Video Out
Basic Cable
(From Wall Jack)
ANT In
Premium Cable
(From Wall Jack)
(Channel 3 or 4
Output)
OR
RCA Cable Color Codes
Yellow = Video
White = Left Audio
Red = Right Audio
RCA Video 
Cables
Hi-Fi Stereo VCR
Hi-Fi Stereo VCR
(Tuner set to Channel 3 or 4)
Cable
Box
YHT-300 QUICK-CONNECT GUIDE
DIGITAL
INPUT 6CH INPUT AUDIO
TUNER
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
GND
75UNBAL.
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
CD
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
MD
/CD-R
IN
(PLAY)
CD
V-AUX
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
MAIN
OUT
(REC)
OUTPUTAUDIO
L
R
L
R
SWITCHED
120V 60Hz
0.8A MAX. TOTAL
100W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SET BEFORE POWER ON
MAIN : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER
MAIN : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
REAR : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
MAIN REAR
(SURROUND)
CENTER
++
--
L
RL R
Yamaha HTR-5540 Receiver (Rear Panel)
R L V
AUDIO VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
V-AUX
L
R
Audio
R Out Audio L OutAudio L In Audio R In
RCA Audio Cables
RCA Audio Cables
Video In
Video Out
RCA Video 
Cables
R L V
AUDIO VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
D-TV
/CBL
V-AUX
L
R

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INITIAL ADJUSTMENT OFTHE YST-SW005 SUBWOOFER
To achieve the optimum volume balance between the
Subwoofer and the NS-AP280A Main Speakers,
perform the following procedure:
1. Insert the YST-SW005 power plug into a nearby AC outlet.
2. Set the YST-SW005 VOLUME control to 0 (minimum
setting), the AUTO STANDBY switch to HIGH, and
the HIGH CUT switch to LOW.
3. Press the YST-SW005 POWER button to ON and
power on all other components.
To AC Outlet
YST-SW005 Subwoofer
(Rear Panel)
4. Play an audio source and adjust the HTR-5540's
VOLUME control to a desired listening level.
5. Increase the YST-SW005 volume control gradually to
adjust the balance and volume between the YST-SW005
Subwoofer and the NS-AP280A Main Speakers.
NOTE: Once the volume is balanced between the
subwoofer and the main speakers, you can adjust the
volume of your whole sound system by using the
HTR-5540's VOLUME control.
INPUT1
FROM AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT
TO SPEAKERS
INPUT2
/MONO
AUTO
STANDBY
OFF
LOW
HIGH LOW
HIGH HIGH CUT
OFF
POWER
ON
VOLUME
010
AUTO
STANDBY
OFF
LOW
HIGH LOW
HIGH HIGH CUT
VOLUME
010
OFF
POWER
ON
1
2
3
5
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
The YHT-300 Home Theater package includes a
remote control. It comes pre-programmed to
control your HTR-5440 receiver.
POWER O /OffN
3.
INSTALLING BATTERIES INTHE REMOTE CONTROL
Press the POWER button again to turn the receiver off.
1. Aim the remote control at the receiver, press POWER.
2. The receiver should turn on.
Turns On
Receiver's
Power
Input
Selector
Buttons
Surround Sound
Program Selection
Used to Adjust
Receiver Settings
POWER
6CH INPUTSLEEP
DVD D-TV/CBL VCR
V-AUX
CD TUNER MD/CD-R
PRESET + A/B/C/D/E
PROGRAM
HALL JAZZ
CLUB ROCK CONCERT
ENTER-
TAINMENT TV SPORTS MONO MOVIE
MOVIE
1 THEATER 2
MATRIX
6.1 SELECT
SET MENU LEVEL
DSP
+
STEREO
EFFECT
MUTE
VOLUME
TEST
/ DTS
SUR.
2
1
3
Insert the batteries in the correct direction by aligning the
+ and -marks on the batteries with the polarity markings
(+ and -) inside the battery compartment.
1Press the part and slide off the battery
compartment cover.
2Insert the 2 supplied batteries (AA) according
to the polarity markings on the inside of the
battery compartment.
3Slide the cover back on so that it snaps into
place.
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