Yamaha RX-V2400 User manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

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CAUTION
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
•Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symboh within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to tile
presence of tu]insulaled "dangel ous voltage" within
the prodilct's encJosme that may be of sufl]cien_
magnitude to constitute a ri,k of electric shock to
pe_sol]s.
The exclamation Ix_int within an equilateral tliangle
is intended to alert you to file presence of inlportant
ot?erating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
tile literature accompanying the appliance.
1Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained fk)r future reference.
3 Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the pr(_uct and in the
operating instructions should be adhered _o.
4 Follow fnstructions -- All operating and use instructions
should be fMlowed.
fi Cleaning - Unplug this product fl'om the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use
a damp cloth fk)r cleaning.
6 Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product nmnufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7Water and Moisture ---Do not _se this product near water --
for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool;
and the like.
8 Accessories -- Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bmckeh or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
with the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manuf)cturer's instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manuf)cturer.
9 A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive fbrce, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10 Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it fi'om overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surfSce. This product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
1"1 Power Sources This product should be operated only fron]
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate fi'om battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization -- This product may be equipped
with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other), This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety featare. If you
are unable to insert the plug fblly into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13 Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely m be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the pr(_uct.
14 Lightning -- For added protection fk_rthis product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused fk)r
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage m the product due to lightning and powe_line
surges.
1fit Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep fi'om touching
such power lines or cimuits as contact with them might be
faah
16 Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17' Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
18 Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazm'ds. Refer al! servicing to
qualified service personnel.
19 Damage Requiring Service ---Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and ref}r servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
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d) If the product does not operate normally by following 94
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will ot_en require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfk_r-
mance - this indicates a need fi,)r service.
20 Replacement Parts When replacemem parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
21 Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
99 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The unit should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacmrer.
93 Heat The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If" an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna
or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides infk_rmation with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
m an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electr{_es, and requirements fk_rthe grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thai provides
guidelines fbr proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
NEC_NA_ONALELECTRICALCODE
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)
1IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS
UNIT!
This pr(_uct, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.
2 IMPORTANT : When connecting this product m
accessories andlor another prc_uct use only high quality
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST
be used. Follow al! installation instructions. Failure to
l\)llow instructions could void your FCC authorization to
use this product in the USA.
3 NOTE : This pr{_uct has been lested and found to comply
with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15
l\)r Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these
requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that
your use of this product in a residential environment will
not result in harmfi_l inlerterence with other electronic
devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if
not installed and used according to the instructions found
in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the
operation of other electronic devices.
Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
inted_rence will not occur in all installations. If this
product is foued to be the source of interterence, which
can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON",
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the
fbllowing measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being
al_ected by the interterence.
Utilize power outlets that are on dift}rent branch (circuit
breaker or fi_se) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interf}rence, relocate/reorient
the anlenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead
change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA
90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.
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1 TO assure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool,
dry, clean place -- away from direct sunlight, heat
sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.
Allow ventilation space of at least 30 cm on the top,
20 cm on the left and right, and 20 cm on the back of
this unit.
3 Locate this unit away from other electrical
appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid
humming sounds.
4 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.
5 Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may
fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to
liquid dripping or splashing. 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 (Le. candles), as tbey may cause
fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
- Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall
and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user
and/or damage to this unit.
6 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.
7 Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all
connections are complete.
8 Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may
overheat, possibly causing damage.
9 Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.
10 When disconnecting the power cord from the wall
outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.
11 Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this
might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used.
Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified
is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this
unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be
held responsible for any damage resulting from use
of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
13 To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet during an electrical
storm.
14 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.
15 When not planning to use this unit for long periods
of time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power plug
from the wall outlet.
16 Be sure to read the"TROUBLESHOOTING" section
on common operating errors before concluding that
this unit is faulty.
17 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.
18 VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Asia and General models
only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this
unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE
plugging into the AC main supply.
Voltages are 110/12012201230-240 V AC, 50160 Hz.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
This unit is not disconnected fi'om 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 m consume a very small quantity of
power:
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
"Ib prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot and fully insert.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-O03.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space
below.
MODEL:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner's Manual in a safe place for future
reference.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your
equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound
come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distoltion - and, most impol tantly, without afi_cting your
sensitive bearing.
Since hearing damage fi'om loud sounds is often
undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the
Electronic Industries Association's Consumer
Electronics Group recommend you to avoid
prolonged exposure fi'om excessive volume levels...=._zus'a'm_B_
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FEATURES ............................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED ............................................ 3
Supplied accessories .................................................. 3
Installing batteries in the remote control ................... 3
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ......................... 4
Front panel ................................................................. 4
Remote control ........................................................... 6
Using the remole control ........................................... 7
Front panel display .................................................... 8
Rear panel ................................................................ 10
SPEAKER SETUP ............................................... 11
Speaker placement ................................................... 11
Speaker connections ................................................ 12
CONNECTIONS .................................................. 15
Betore connecting components ................................ 15
Connecting video components ................................. 16
Connecting audio components ................................. 19
Connecting the antennas .......................................... 21
Connecting the power supply cord .......................... 22
Speaker impedance setting ...................................... 23
Turning on the power ............................................... 23
AUTO SETUP ....................................................... 24
Introduction .............................................................. 24
Optimizer microphone setup .................................... 24
Starting the setup ..................................................... 25
BASIC SETUP ...................................................... 28
Using BASIC setup .................................................. 28
PLAYBACK .......................................................... 30
Basic operations ....................................................... 30
Selecting sound field programs ............................... 32
Selecting input modes .............................................. 34
TUNING ................................................................ 36
Automatic and manual lulling .................................. 36
Presetting stations .................................................... 37
Selecting preset stations ........................................... 39
Exchanging preset stations ...................................... 39
RECORDING ....................................................... 40
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM
DESCRIPTIONS ............................................... 41
For movie/video sources .......................................... 41
For music som'ces .................................................... 43
Selecting the OSD mode .......................................... 44
Using the sleep timer ............................................... 44
Manually adjusting speaker levels ........................... 45
Using the test tone ................................................... 46
SET MENU ............................................................ 47
Using SET MENU ................................................... 48
Manual setup: SOUND ............................................ 49
Manual setup: INPUT .............................................. 54
Manual setup: OPTION ........................................... 56
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES ................... 59
Control area ............................................................. 59
Setting manufacturer codes ...................................... 60
Programming codes from other remote controls ... 61
Changing source names in the display window..... 62
Using the macro l?ature ........................................... 63
Clearing l_nction sets .............................................. 65
Clearing individual t;anctions .................................. 66
Controlling each component .................................... 67
ZONE 2/ZONE 3
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)..72
Zone 2/Zone 3 connections ...................................... 72
Remote controlling Zone 2/Zone 3.......................... 73
EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS ......75
Whal is asound field ............................................... 75
Changing parameter setlings ................................... 75
SOUND FIELD PARAMETER
DESCRIPTIONS ............................................... 77
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................... 81
GLOSSARY ........................................................... 86
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 89

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Built-in 7-channel power amplifier
• Minimum RMS Output Power
(0,04% THD, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8_)
Front: 120 W + 120 W
Center: 120 W
Sun'ound: 120W+ 120W
Sun'ound Back: 120 W + 120 W
Sound field features
• Proprietary Yamaha technology for the creation of
sound fields
• THX
• Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital EX Decoder
• DTS/DTS ES Matrix 6.1, Discrete 6.1, DTS
Neo:6 Decoder, DTS 96/24
• Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic II Decoder
• Virtual CINEMA DSP
• SILENT CINEMA _
Sophisticated AM/FM tuner
• 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning
• Automatic Preset Tuning
• Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing)
Other features
• YPAO: Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer
for Aulomalic Speaker Setup
• 192-kHz/24-bitD/AConverler
• "SET MENU" which Provides You with Ilems for
Optimizing This Unit for Your Audio/Video System
• 6 or 8-channel External Decoder Input for Other Future
Formals
• On Screen Display Function Helpful in Controlling
This Unit
• S Video Signal Input/Output Capability
• Component Video lnput/Oulput Capability
• Video Signal Conve_sion (Composite Video <-+
S Video --->Component Video) Capability for Monilor
Out
• Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio Signal Jacks
• Sleep Timer
• Night Listening Mode
• Remote Control with Preset Manufacturer Codes and
"Learning" Macro Capability
• Zone 2/Zone 3 Custom lnstallalion Facility (U.S.A.,
Canada and Australia models only)
•g_': indicates a tip for your operalion.
• Some operalions can be performed by using either the buttons on the main unit or on the remote control. In cases when the bat_on
names difl?r between the main unit and the remote control, the button name on the remote control is given in parentheses.
• This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject m change in part as a result of improvements, etc. In
case of dil}}rences between the manual and product, the pr{_uct has priority.
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DIGITAL, EX
r:n_aamm_a
Mannfactm-ed under license fi'om Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby', "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
SILENT CINEMA is a trademark of YAMAHA
CORPORATION.
"DTS" and "DTS-ES Digital Surround" and "Neo:6" are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
THXSURROUND EX
THX and tile THX logo are registered trademarks of THX Ltd.
Surround EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. and is a trademark of Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
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Please check Ihat you received all of the following parts.
Remote control Batteries (3) (R6)
Speaker terminal wrench
Optimizer microphone*
Power Cord
(U.S.A., Canada and Europe models)
75-ohnd300-ohm antenna adapter
(U.K. model only)
* The optimizer microphone is
sensitive to heal.
-- Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
-- Do nm place it on top of this unit.
AM loop antenna
Indoor FM antenna
(U.S.A., Canada, China,
Korea, Asia and General
models)
(U.K. Europe and
Australia models)
I-- RESET button
1Openthe battery compartment cover.
2Insert the three supplied batteries (R6) in the
correct direction by aligning the + and -
marks on the batteries with the polarity
markings (+ and -) on the inside of the
battery compartment.
3After the new batteries are correctly inserted,
press the RESET button in the battery
compartment using a ball point pen or
similar object,
(This does not clear the conlents of the memory.)
4Replace the cover by pressing until it snaps
into place.
Notes on batteries
• Change all of the batteries if you notice the condition like; the
operation range of the remote control decreases, the indicator
does not flash or its light becomes dim.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
• Do not use diflerent types of batteries (such as alkaline and
manganese batteries) together. Read the packaging carefully as
these different types of batteries may have the same shape and
colog
• If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with
clothing, elc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before
installing new batteries.
If the remote control is without batteries for more than
3 minules, or if exhausled balleries remain in the
remote control, the contents of the memory may be
cleared. When the memory is cleared, inse_X new
batteries, set up the manufaclurer code and program
any acquired functions thai may have been cleared.

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(U.K. and Europe models only)
OSTANDBY/ON
Turns on this unit or sets it 1othe standby mode. When you
turn on this unit, you will hear a click and there will be a 4
to 5-second delay before this unit can reproduce sound.
In standby mode, this unit consumes a small amount of power in
order to receive infrared-signals fi'om the remote controh
• INPUT selector
Selects the input source you want to listen to or watch.
•Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote controh
OFront panel display
Shows information about the operational status of this
unit.
PRESET/TUNING EDIT
Switches the function of PRESET/TUNING <:1 /I::>
between selecting preset station numbers and tuning.
OFM/AM
Switches the reception band between FM and AM.
0MEMORY (MAN'L/AUTO FM)
SIores a station in the memory. Hold down this button for
more than 3 seconds to start automatic preset tuning.
•TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN'L MONO)
Switches the tuning mode between automalic ("AUTO"
indicator on) and manual ("AUTO" indicalor oft').
OVOLUME
Controls the output level of all audio channels.
This does not affect the REC OUT level.
@SPEAKERS A/B
Turn on or off the set of front speaker,s connected to the A
and/or B terminals on the rear panel at each time the
corresponding button is pressed.
OMULTI CH INPUT
Selects the source connected to the MULTI CH INPUT
jacks. When selected, the MULTI CH INPUT source takes
priority over the source selected with INPUT (or the input
selector butlons on the remote control).
INPUT MODE
Sets 1hepriority (AUTO. DTS. ANALOG) for the type of
signals received when one component is connected to two
or more of this unit's input jacks (see page 34), Priority
cannot be set when MULTI CH INPUT is selected as the
input source.
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OREC OUT/ZONE 2
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models)
Selects the source you want to direct to the audio/video
recorder and ZONE 2 outputs independently of the source
you are lislening to or watching in the main morn. When
set to the SOURCE/REMOTE position, the input source is
directed to all outputs. The source in Zone 2 and the
source you record are always identical
REC OUT (other models)
Selects the source you want to direct to the audio/video
recorder independent of 1besource you are listening to or
watching. When set to the SOURCE/REMOTE position,
the input source is directed to all outputs.
OPTIMIZER MIC jack
Use to connect and input audio signals from the supplied
microphone for use with the auto setup function (see
page 24).
0AIBICID/E
Selects one of the 5 preset station groups (A Io E).
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PRESET/TUNING <1 /t:>
Selects preset stalion number 1 to 8 when the colon (:) is
displayed next to the band indication in the front panel
display,
Selects the tuning frequency when the colon (:) is not
displayed.
t', SILENT (PHONES jack)
Outputs audio signals for private lislening with
headphones. When you connect headphones, no signals
m'e output to the OUTPUT jacks or to the speakm_s.
All Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals m'e mixed down
to the front lefl and right channels.
@VIDEO AUX jacks
Input audio and video signals from a portable external
source such as a game console. "Ibreproduce source
signals from these jacks, select V-AUX as the input
source.
@TONE CONTROL
Use to adjust the bass/treble balance for the front left/right
and center channels (see page 31).
@PROGRAM
Use to select sound field programs or adjust bass/treble
balance (in conjunction with TONE CONTROL).
STRAIGHT/EFFECT
Switches the sound fields off or on. When STRAIGHT is
selected, input signals (2-channel or multi-channel) are
output directly from their respective speakm_s without
effect processing.
•U.K. and Europe models only
ORDS MODE/FREQ
Press this button when the unit is receiving an RDS stafion
to cycle the display mode between the PS mode, IYI'Y
]node, RT ]node, CT mode (if the station offers those RDS
data service) and/or the frequency display ]node.
EON
Press this button Io select a radio program type (NEWS,
INFO, AFFAIRS, SPORT) to tune in automatically.
OPTY SEEK MODE
Press this button to set the unit Io the IYI'YSEEK ]node.
OPTY SEEK START
Press this butlon to begin searching for a station after the
desired program type has been selecled in the IYI'Y SEEK
]node.
•Opening and closing the front panel
door
When you want to use the controls behind the front panel
door, open the door by gently pressing on the lower part of
the panel. Keep the door closed when not using these
controls.
To open, press gently on the lower part of the panel.
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This section describes the function of each control on the
remote contmh See "REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES"
on page 59 to operate other components with this remote
control.
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STEREO C_U_
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r -- MUTE --
TV_ CH V_UME
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_YAMAHA
OInfrared window
Outputs infrared control signals. Aim this window at the
component you want Io operate.
ORE-NAME
Used for changing the input source name in the display
window (see page 62).
•TRANSMIT indicator
Flashes while the remote control is sending signals.
•STANDBY
Sets this unit in the standby mode.
OSYSTEM POWER
Turns on the power of this unit.
ODisplay window
Shows the name of the selected source component that
you can control.
OSOURCE SELECT L_/_
Selects anolher component that you can control
independently of the input component selected with the
input selector buttons.
•10KEY/DSP
Selects the numeric button (10KEY) or sound field
program (DSP) operation mode.
Operation buttons
Provide functions such as play, slop, skip, etc. for use
when operating other components.
@EX/ES
Turns the Dolby Digital EX or DTS ES decoder on or off
(when 10KEY/DSP is set to DSP).
LEVEL
Selects the speaker channel to be adjusted and sets the
level.
ON SCREEN
Selects the on-screen display (OSD) mode for your video
monitor.
SLEEP
Sets Ihe sleep timer.
@TEST
Outputs the lest tone to adjust the speaker levels.
CLEAR
Used for clearing functions acquired when using the learn
and rename features, or setting manufacturer codes (see
page 65).
@LEARN
Used for setting up the manufacturer code or for
programming functions from other remote controls (see
pages 60 and 61).
@MACRO
Used to program a series of operations for control by a
single button (see page 63).
MACRO ON/OFF
Turns the macro function on and off.
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@MULTI CH IN
Selects the MUUfI CH INPUT mode when using an
external decoder (etc.).
OInput selector buttons
Select the input source and change the control area.
@INPUT MODE
Sets the priority (AUTO, DTS, ANALOG) for the type of
signals received when one component is connected lo two
or more of lhis unit's input jacks (see page 34). Priority
cannol be set when MULTI CH INPUT is selected as Ihe
input source.
ODSP program/Numeric buttons
Use to select sound field programs or input numbers
according to 1he position of 10KEY/DSP.
@MUTE
Mules the sound. The MUTE indicator turns on when the
MUTE function is on. Press again to restore the audio
output to the previous volume level.
•VOLUME +/-
Increasesor decreases the volume level.
+0STRAIGHT/EFFECT
Swilches the sound fields off"or on. When STRAIGHT is
selected, input signals (2-channel or multi-channel) are
output directly from their respective speakel:s without
effect processing.
0PARAMETER/SET MENU
Selects the PARAMETER mode or SET MENU mode.
OCursor buttons A/V/-/+
Use to select and adjust DSP program parameters or SET
MENU ilems according to the position of PARAMETER]
SET MENU.
Cover
Slide down to use the concealed buttons for vm'ious setup
and parameter operations.
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The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam.
Be sure to aim the remote control directly at _he remote
control sensor on the main unit during operation.
•Handling the remote control
• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote
control.
• Do not drop lhe remote control.
• Do not leave or store the remote control in the
following types of conditions:
- high humidily such as near a bath
- high lemperature such as near a healer or slove
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ODecoder indicators
When any of this unit's decoders function, the respective
indicator lights up.
•Sound field indicators
Light to indicate the active DSP sound fields.
Presence DSP sound field
DSP sound field Right surround
DSP sound field
Surround back DSP sound field
•input source indicators
A cursor lights to show the current input source.
OCINEMA DSP indicator
Lights up when you select a CINEMA DSP sound field
program.
OOPTIMIZER indicator
Lights up during the auto setup procedure and when the
aulo setup speaker settings are used without any
modifications.
OSTEREO indicator
Lights up when this unit is receiving a strong signal for an
FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicato'is lit.
OAUTO indicator
Shows that this unit is in the aulomatic tuning mode.
•MUTE indicator
Lights up while the MUTE function is on.
•VOLUME level indicators
Indicate the volume level.
@THX indicator
Lights up when a THX program is selected.
•PCM indicator
Lights up when this unit is reproducing PCM (pulse code
modulation) digital audio signals.
OHeadphones indicator
Lights up when headphones are connected.
OSP A B indicators
Light up according 1o the set of front speakers selected.
Bolh indicators light up when both sets of speakers m'e
selected, or when bi-wiring.
OSILENT CINEMA indicator
Lights up when headphones are connected and a sound
field program is selected (see page 31).
ONIGHT indicator
Lights up when you select NIGHT mode.
OVIRTUAL indicator
Lights up when Virtual CINEMA DSP is active (see
page 34).
•SLEEP indicator
Lights up while the sleep timer is on.
@Multi-information display
Shows the current sound field program name and other
information when a_ljusting or changing settings.
@HiFi DSP
Lights when you select a HiFi DSP sound field program
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@TUNED indicator
Lights up when this unit is tuned in to a station.
@MEMORY indicator
Flashes to show a station can be stored.
O96/24 indicator
Lights up when a DTS 96/24 signal is input Io this unit.
@LFE indicator
Lights up when the input signal contains the LFE signal.
OInput channel indicators
Indicate the channel components of current digital input
signal
•Presence and surround back speaker
indicators
Indicate the connection of presence and/or surround back
speakei_s when using the SPEAKERS setting (page 29) or
SP LEVEL setting (page 50).
ZONE 2/ZONE 3 indicators
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)
Light up while Zone 2 or Zone 3 signal is oulput.
RDS indicators
(U.K. and Europe models only)
The name(s) of the RDS data offered by the cun'ently
received RDS stalion light(s) up.
EON lights up when an RDS station that offers Ihe EON
data service is being received.
IYI'Y HOLD lights up while searching for stations in the
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See page 19 for details.
OAudio component jacks
See page 19 for connection information.
@Video component jacks
See pages 16 and 18 for connection information.
ORS-232C terminal
This is a control expansion terminal for commercial use.
Consult you dealer for details.
OZONE 2 OUT jacks
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)
See page 72 for details.
OREMOTE IN/OUT jacks
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)
See page 72 for details.
O CONTROL OUT jacks
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)
These are control expansion lerminals for commercial use.
•AC OUTLET(S)
Use to supply power Io your other A/V components (see
page 22).
•AC INLET (U.S.A. and Canada models only)
Use this inlet Io plug in Ihe supplied power cable (see
page 22).
DIGITAL INPUT jacks
See pages 16, 18 and 19 for details.
OMULTI CH INPUT jacks
See page 17 for connection information.
ZONE 21 ZONE 3 OUTPUT jacks
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only)
See page 72 for details.
OAntenna terminals
See page 21 for connection intbrmation.
•PRE OUT jacks
See page 20 for connection intbrmation.
Speaker terminals
See page 12 for connection intbrmation.
PRESENCE/ZONE 2 speaker terminals
(U.S.A., Canada and Australia models)
PRESENCE speaker terminals
(other models)
See page 12 for connection information.
<General models only >
FREQUENCY STEP switch
See page 21.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
See page 22.
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more than 30 cm
( 12 inches)
The speaker layout above shows the standard ITU-R speaker
setting. You can use it to enjoy CINEMA DSP, multi-channel
audio sources and THX.
Front speakers (FR and FL)
The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus
effect sounds. Place these speakers an equal distance from
the ideal listening position. The distance of each speaker
from each side of the video monitor should be the same.
Center speaker (C)
The center speaker is for the center channel sounds
(dialog, vocals, etc.). If for some reason it is nol practical
to use a center speaker, you can do without it. Best results,
however, are obtained with the full syslem. Align the front
face of the center speaker with the front face of your video
monitor. Place the speaker centrally between the front
speakers and as close to the monitor as possible, such as
directly over or under it.
Surround speakers (SR and SL)
The surround speakers are used for effect and surround
sounds. Place these speakers behind your lislening
position, facing slightly inwards, about 1.8 m (6 feet)
above the floor.
Surround back speakers (SBR and SBL)
The surround back speakers supplement the surround
speakers and provide for more realistic front-to-back
transitions. Place these speakers directly behind the
listening position and at the same height as the surround
speakers. They should be positioned at least 30 cm (12
inches) aparl. Ideally, they should be positioned al the
same width as the front speakers.
Subwoofer
The use of a subwoofer, such as the YAMAHA Active
Servo Processing Subwoofer Syslem, is effective not only
for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels,
but also for high fidelity reproduction of the LFE (low-
frequency effect) channel included in Dolby Digital and
DTS software. The position of the subwoofer is nol so
critical, because low bass sounds are nol highly
directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near 1he
front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the
room to reduce wall reflections.
Presence speakers (PR and PL)
Presence speakers supplement the sound from the front
speakers with extra ambient effects produced by CINEMA
DSP (see page 41). These effects include sounds that
filmmakers intend to locate a little farther back behind the
screen in order to create more theater-like ambience. Place
these speakers at the front of the morn about 0.5 - 1 m ( 1-3
feet) outside the front speakers, facing slightly inwards,
and about 1.8 in (6 feet) above the floor.
•Di-pole speaker layout
Either di=pole or direct radiating speaker types can be used
for THX surround. If you choose di=pole speakers, please
place the sun'ound and surround back speakers according
to the speaker layout below.
:Di-pole speaker
:Direclion of di=p01e speaker
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Be sure to connect the let1 channel (L), right channel (R),
"+" (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 unnalural and lack bass.
5 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.
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•If you will use 6 ohm speaker,s, be sure to set this unit's
speaker impedance setting 1o 6 ohms before using (see
page 23).
• Before connecting the speakers, make sure that the
power of this unit is off.
• Do no1 let the bare speaker wires touch each other or do
not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This
could damage this unit and!or speakers.
• Use magnetically shielded speakers. If this type of
speaker,s still creates the interference wilh the monitor,
place the speakers away from the monitor.
A speaker cord is actually a pair of insulated cables
running side by side. One cable is colored or shaped
differently, perhaps with a slripe, groove or ridges.
Connect the striped (grooved, elc.) cable to the "+" (red)
terminals on this unit and your speaker. Connect the plain
cable to the "-" (black) lerminals.
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1 Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8") of
insulation from each of the speaker cables.
2 Twist the exposed wires of the cable together
to prevent short circuits.
3Unscrewthe knob.
Supplied speaker terminal wrench is useful to screw or
unscrew knobs.
4Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side
of each terminal.
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (-)
Connecting to PRESENCE/ZONE 2 or PRESENCE
speaker terminals
1Open the tab.
2 Insert one bare wire into
the hole of each terminal,
3 Return thetab to secure
the wire.
Banana plug connections
(With the exceplion of U.K., Europe and Asia models)
First, tighlen the knob and then insert the banana plug
connector into the end of the corresponding terminal.
Banana plug
(With the exception of U.K., Europe
and Asia models)
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Speaker layout
(U.S.A. model)
Subwoofer Front speakers (A)
system Right Left
2 3
Center Front
speaker speakers
(B)
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Right Left Right Left Right Left
Surround speakers Surround back speakers Presence speakers
You can com_ect both surround back and presence speakers to this unit, but they do not output s(_und simultaneously.
• The surround back speakers output the surround back channel included in Dolhy Digital EX and DTS ES so_ware and only
operate when the Dolby Digital EX or DTS ES decoder is turned on.
• The presence speakers output ambient eftects created by the DSP sound fields. They do not output sound when other sound fields
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• FRONT terminals
Connect one or two speaker syslems to these terminals, If
you use only one speaker syslem, connect it Io either of
the FRONT A or B lerminals.
•CENTER terminals
Connect a center speaker to these terminals.
•SURROUND terminals
Connect surround speakers to these terminals.
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The Canada model cannot output to two separate speaker systems
simuhaneously.
Bi-wired connection
The unit also allows you to make bi-wired connections to
one speaker syslem. Use two pairs of speaker cables for
each speaker (one pair fi_rthe woofer and one pair fin"the tweeter/
mid-range). To use the bi-wired connections, press SPEAKERS
A and SPEAKERS B on the front panel so that both SPA and
B light up on the front panel display.
Bi-wired connection
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This unit
•SUBWOOFER jack
Connect a subwoofer wilh buill=in amplifier, such as the
YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System,
to this jack.
•SURROUND BACK terminals
Connect surround back speakers to these terminals. If you
only connect one surround back speaker, connect it Io Ihe
left (L) terminals.
•PRESENCE terminals
Connect presence speakers to these terminals.
* If you are using either U.S.A., Canada or Australia model, you
can also use these speakers as 7mne 2 speakers (see page 57).
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Do not connect this unit or other components to the mains
power until all connections between components are
complete.
• Signal directions and cable indications
audio signal direction I1_
video signal direction
For analog signals
left analog cables
right analog cables
For digital signals
oplical cables
coaxialcables
For video signals
videocaNes
S-video cables
•Analog jacks
You can input analog signals from audio components by
connecting audio pin cable to the analog jacks on this unit.
Connect red plugs Io the right jacks and white plugs to the
left jacks.
•Digital jacks
This unit has digital jacks for direct lransmission of digital
signals through either coaxial or fiber oplic cables. You
can use the digital jacks m input PCM, Dolby Digital and
DTS bitstreams. When you connect components to bolh
the COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks, priority is given to
the input signals from the COAXIAL jack, All digital
input jacks are compatible with 96-kHz sampling digital
signals.
Dust protection cap
Pull out the cap from the optical jack before you connect
the fiber oplic cable. Do not discard the cap. When you are
not using the optical jack, be sure m put the cap back in
place. This cap protects the jack from dust.
•Video jacks
This unit has lhree types of video jacks. Connection
depends on the availability of input jacks on your monitor.
The signals input through the VIDEO jack on this unit can
be output through the S VIDEO and COMPONENT
VIDEO jacks (see page 56). The signals input through the
S VIDEO jack can be oulput through the VIDEO jack
when V CONV. is set to ON (see page 56).
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VIDEO jack
For conventional composite video signals.
S VIDEO jack
For S=video signals, separated into luminance (Y) and
color (C) video signals to achieve high-quality color
reproduction.
COMPONENT VIDEO jacks
For component signals, separated into luminance (Y) and
color difference (P_, Pt0 Io provide the best quality in
picture reproduction.
When signals are input through both the S VIDEO and VIDEO
jacks, signals input through the S VIDEO jack has priority.
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This unit handles digital and analog signals independently. Thus
audio signals input to the analog jacks are only output to the
analog OUT (REC) jacks. Likewise audio signals input m the
digital (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks are only output to the
DIGITAL OUTPUT jacks.
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•Connections for DVD playback
Optical out DVD player Video out
Audio out
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Videoin
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