Yamaha AV Receiver User Manual

RX-V557

AV Receiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

• Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

1 Read 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 for future reference.

3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4 Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

5 Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6 Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by

the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards .

7 Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water –

for example, near a bath tub, wash bo wl, 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, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9 A product and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10 Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided

for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11 Po wer Sources – This pr oduct should be operated on ly from

the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

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 feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pin ched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14 Lightning – For added protection for this product during a

lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15 Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

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 hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19 Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have f allen into the

product,

c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

d) If the product does not operate no rmally by following

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 often 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 perfor-

mance - this indicates a need for service.

20 Replacement Parts – When replacement 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.

22 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted

to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

23 Heat – The product should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system ins taller’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for 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.

24 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 information with regard to prop er ground ing of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wir e to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810–20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810–21)

GROUND CLAMPS

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

MAST

GROUND CLAMP

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)

1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS

UNIT!

This product, 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 to

accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3 NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply

with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for 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 harmful interference 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 interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. 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.

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

1 To assure the finest performance, please read this

manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

2 Install this 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 col d to hot, and d o not loca te this uni t 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 (i.e. candles), as they 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.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

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 v oltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are:

Asia model ..................... 220/230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

General model

........................... 110/120/220/230–240 V AC, 50/60 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 from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, ev en 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.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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.

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 distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

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Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, YAM AHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

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 remote control ........................................... 7

Front panel display .................................................... 8

Rear panel................................................................ 10

PREPARATION

SPEAKER SETUP ............................................... 11

Speaker placement...................................................11

Speaker connections ................................................ 12

CONNECTIONS .................................................. 14

Before connecting components................................ 14

Connecting video components................................. 15

Connecting audio components................................. 18

Connecting the FM and AM antennas..................... 19

Connecting the power supply cord .......................... 20

Speaker impedance setting ................ .... ... ............... 21

Turning on the power............................................... 21

BASIC SETUP...................................................... 22

Using the BASIC SETUP menu.............................. 22

SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS

SOUND FIELD PROGRAM

DESCRIPTIONS...............................................51

For movie/video sources.......................................... 51

For music sources .................................................... 53

ADVANCED OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS . ... ..........................54

Using the sleep timer ............................................... 54

Manually adjusting speaker levels........................... 55

SET MENU............................................................56

Using SET MENU................................................... 57

1 SOUND MENU.... ... ... ...................................... ... . 58

2 INPUT MENU...... ... ... ... ...................................... . 60

3 OPTION MENU............................... ... ................. 61

ADVANCED SETUP MENU................. .. ... .........63

REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES ...................65

Control area ............................................................. 65

Setting remote control codes ................................... 66

Controlling other components ................................. 67

Switching library codes ........................................... 68

Clearing set up remote control codes....................... 68

ZONE 2 (U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA,

U.K. AND EUROPE MODELS ONLY) .........69

Zone 2 connections................................................. . 69

Remote controlling Zone 2...................................... 70

PREPARATIONINTRODUCTION

OPERATION

BASIC

SOUND FIELD

PROGRAMS

BASIC OPERATION

PLAYBACK..........................................................25

Basic operations........................................ ... ... ......... 25

Selecting sound field programs ............................... 27

Selecting input modes.............................................. 32

FM/AM TUNING ................................................. 34

Automatic and manual tuning.................................. 34

Presetting stations........ ... ......................................... 35

Selecting preset stations........................................... 37

Exchanging preset stations ...................................... 38

XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING .................. 40

What is XM Satellite Radio?................................... 40

XM Satellite Radio connections.............................. 40

XM Satellite Radio functions .................................. 41

Activating XM Satellite Radio ................................ 42

Basic XM Satellite Radio operations....................... 43

XM Satellite Radio search modes............................ 44

Setting XM Satellite Radio preset channels ............ 47

RECORDING ....................................................... 50

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS ......72

What is a sound field ............................................... 72

Changing parameter settings ................................... 72

SOUND FIELD PARAMETER

DESCRIPTIONS...............................................74

TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................76

RESETTING THE FACTORY PRESETS ........80

GLOSSARY...........................................................81

Audio formats.......................................................... 81

Sound field programs........... .... ................................ 82

Audio information ................................................... 82

Video signal information......................................... 83

SPECIFICATIONS...............................................84

OPERATION

ADVANCED

INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL

FEATURES

Built-in 6-channel power amplifier

◆ Minimum RMS output power

(0.06% THD, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 Ω) Front: 90 W + 90 W Center: 90 W Surround: 90 W + 90 W Surround back: 90 W

Sound field features

◆ Proprietary YAMAHA technology for the creation of

sound fields

◆ Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital EX decoder

◆ DTS/DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Discrete 6.1, DTS Neo:6,

DTS 96/24 decoder

◆ Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic II/

Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoder

◆ Virtual CINEMA DSP

◆ SILENT CINEMA

™

Sophisticated AM/FM tuner

◆ 40-station random and direct preset tuning

◆ Automatic preset tuning

◆ Preset station shifting capability (preset editing)

XM Satellite Radio

◆ XM Satellite Radio programming (using the “XM

Connect and Play digital antenna accessory”, sold separately)

Other features

◆ 192-kHz/24-bit D/A converter

◆ A SET MENU that provides you with items for

optimizing this unit for your audio/video system

◆ 6 additional input jacks for discrete multi-channel input

◆ S-video signal input/output capability

◆ Component video input/output capability

◆ Video signal conversion (Composite video ↔ S-video

→ Component video) capability for monitor out

◆ Optical and coaxial digital audio signal jacks

◆ Sleep timer

◆ Cinema and music night listening modes

◆ Remote control with preset remote control codes

◆ Zone 2 custom installation facility (U.S.A., Canada,

Australia, U.K. and Europe models only)

• y indicates a tip for your operation.

• Some operations can be performed by using either the buttons on the main unit or on the remote control. In cases when the button names differ between the main unit and the remote control, the button name on the remote control is given in parentheses.

• This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part as a result of improvements, etc. In case of differences between the manual and product, the product has priority.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.

“DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6” and “DTS 96/24” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

The XM name and related logos are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.

GETTING STARTED

Supplied accessories

Please check that you received all of the following parts.

Remote control

TRANSMITCODE SET

POWERPOWER

AVTV

CD MD/CD-R

DTV/CBL

VCR

TV VOL TV CH

TV MUTE TV INPUT

MUSICSTEREO

STANDARD

SELECT

SPEAKERS

LEVEL

BAND

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

MEMORY

REC

DISC SKIP

PRESET/CH

SYSTEM

STANDBY

POWER

TUNER

SLEEP

V-AUXDVD

MULTI CH IN

AMP

VOLUME

MUTE

MOVIE

ENTERTAIN

4321

DIRECT ST.

EXTD SUR.

81070965

STRAIGHT

NIGHT

ENT.

EFFECT

SET MENU

MENUTITLE

SRCH MODE

ENTER

DISPLAYRETURN

AUDIO

Batteries (4)

(AAA, R03, UM-4)

Indoor FM antenna (U.S.A., Canada, China, Asia and General models)

Installing batteries in the remote control

AM loop antenna

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

Indoor FM antenna (U.K., Europe, Australia and Korea models)

Notes on batteries

• Change all of the batteries if you notice the following conditions; the operation range of the remote control decreases, the indicator does not blink or its light becomes dim.

• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.

• Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Read the packaging carefully as these different types of batteries may have the same shape and color.

• If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them immediately . A v oid touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

• Do not throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly in accordance with your local regulations.

INTRODUCTION

1 Press the part and slide the battery

compartment cover off.

2 Insert four supplied batteries (AAA, R03,

UM-4) according to the polarity markings (+ / –) on the inside of the battery compartment.

3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.

If the remote control is without batteries for more than 2 minutes, or if exhausted batteries remain in the remote control, the contents of the memory may be cleared. When the memory is cleared, insert new batteries, set up the remote control code and program any acquired functions that may have been cleared.

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

2134576

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

Remote control

This section describes the function of each control on the remote control used to control this unit. To operate other components, see “REMOTE CONTR OL FEAT URES” on page 65.

POWERPOWER

AVTV

CD MD/CD-R

TRANSMITCODE SET

STANDBY

TUNER

SYSTEM

POWER

SLEEP

V-AUXDVD

DTV/CBL

VCR

MULTI CH IN

AMP

ENTERTAIN

EXTD SUR.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

NIGHT

VOLUME

MUTE

MOVIE

4321

DIRECT ST.

STRAIGHT

ENT.

EFFECT

SET MENU

MENUTITLE

SRCH MODE

DISPLAYRETURN

AUDIO

RAV251

WC55290 EU

6 7 8

TV VOL TV CH

TV MUTE TV INPUT

MUSICSTEREO

STANDARD

SELECT

SPEAKERS

LEVEL

BAND

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

MEMORY

REC

DISC SKIP

1 Infrared window

Outputs infrared control signals. Aim this window at the component you want to operate.

2 CODE SET

Use to set up remote control codes (see page 66).

3 Input selector buttons

Select the input source and change the control area.

4 Sound field program/numeric buttons

Use to select sound field programs. Use numbers 1 through 8 to select preset stations when the unit is in tuner mode. Use SELECT to playback 2-channel sources in multiple channel format (see page 29). Use EXTD SUR. to switch between 5.1 or 6.1-channel playback of multi-channel software (see page 28). Use DIRECT ST. to playback 2-channel sources in high fidelity sound (see page 30).

5 SPEAKERS A/B

Use to turn on or off the set of front speakers connected to the A and/or B terminals on the rear panel each time the corresponding button is pressed.

6 NIGHT

Turns on or off the night listening modes (page 30).

7 LEVEL, BAND

Selects the speaker channel to be adjusted and sets the level. Switches the reception band when the unit is in tuner mode.

8 Cursor buttons u / d / j / i /ENTER

Use to select and adjust sound field program parameters or SET MENU items. Press j / i to select a preset station group (A to E) when the unit is in tuner mode. Press u / d to select a preset station number (1 to 8) when the unit is in tuner mode.

9 RETURN, MEMORY

Returns to the previous menu level when adjusting the SET MENU parameters.

0 TRANSMIT indicator

Blinks while the remote control is sending signals.

A STANDBY

Sets this unit in the standby mode.

B SYSTEM POWER

Turns on the power of this unit.

C SLEEP

Sets the sleep timer.

D MULTI CH IN

Selects multi-channel input when using an external decoder (etc.).

E AMP

Selects the AMP mode. You must select the AMP mode to control the main unit.

F VOLUME +/–

Increases or decreases the volume level.

G MUTE

Mutes the sound. Press again to restore the audio output to the previous volume level.

H STRAIGHT (EFFECT), ENT.

Switches the sound fields off or on. When STRAIGHT is selected, input signals (2-channel or multi-channel) are output directly from their respective speakers without effect processing.

I SET MENU, SRCH MODE

Activates the SET MENU function.

Available only when the unit is in the XM Satellite Radio mode (see page 41).

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Using the remote control

The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on the main unit during operation.

RDS MODE/FREQ EON

VOLUME

ZONE ON/OFF

PTY SEEK

MAIN

ZONE 2

MODE

START

MEMORYFM/AMPRESET/TUNING

A/B/C/D/E

EDIT

Front panel display

12 3456780AB9

MATRIX DISCRETE

DIGITAL

PCM

PL x

96 24

VIRTUAL

VCR

SILENT CINEMA

ZONE2STANDARD

V-AUX

SP A B

NIGHT

EG HI L

DTV/CBL

(U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K. and Europe models only)

1 Decoder indicators

When any of this unit’s decoders function, the respective indicator lights up.

2 VIRTU A L ind icator

Lights up when Virtual CINEMA DSP is active (see page 31).

3 SILENT CINEMA indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected and a sound field program is selected (see page 26).

4 Input source indicators

A cursor lights to show the current input source.

5 Sound field indicators

Light to indicate the active DSP sound fields.

Presence DSP sound field

Listening position

Left surround DSP sound field

Surround back DSP sound field

Right surround DSP sound field

CDTUNER

MEMORY

SLEEP

96/24

DUAL

LFE

HiFi DSP

DVD

YPA O

MD/CD-R

HD AUTO

HOLD

TUNED STEREO MUTE

RT CT EONPTYPTY

JMKDC

0 MEMORY indicator

Flashes to show that a station can be stored.

A MUTE indicator

Flashes while the MUTE function is on.

B VOLUME level indication

Indicates the current volume level.

C PCM indicator

Lights up when this unit is reproducing PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) digital audio signals.

D STANDARD indicator

Lights up when Surround Standard or Surround Enhanced is selected (see page 29).

E NIGHT indicator

Lights up when you select night listening mode.

F SP A B indicators

Light up according to the set of front speakers selected. Both indicators light up when both sets of speakers are selected.

VOLUME

LCR

SL SB SR

6 CINEMA DSP indicator

Lights up when you select a CINEMA DSP sound field program.

7 AUTO indicator

Lights up to indicate that automatic tuning is possible.

8 TUNED indicator

Lights up when this unit is tuned into a station.

9 STEREO indicator

Lights up when this unit is receiving a strong signal for an FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicator is lit.

G Headphones indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected.

H HiFi DSP indicator

Lights up when you select a HiFi DSP sound field program.

I Multi-information display

Shows the current sound field program name and other information when adjusting or changing settings.

J SLEEP indicator

Lights up while the sleep timer is on.

K 96/24 indicator

Lights up when a DTS 96/24 signal is input to this unit.

L LFE indicator

Lights up when the input signal contains the LFE signal.

M Input channel indicators/speaker indicators

Indicate the channel components of the current digital input signal. Indicate the number of speakers co nnected in SPEAKE RS (page 23), or indicate the channel being adjusted in SP LEVEL (page 59).

■ U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K. and

Europe models only

N ZONE 2 indicator

Lights up when Zone 2 power is on.

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

XM/DT

Rear panel

12 3 754

COMPONENT VIDEO

MULTI CH INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

MD/CD-R

FRONT

OPTICAL

SURROUND

SUB

WOOFER

MD/CD-R

DVD

DTV/CBL

(

)

PLAY

MD/

CD-R

OUT

(

)

REC

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

INPUT

AUDIO

890

AUDIO

CENTER

ZONE 2

SUB

WOOFER

OUTPUT

VIDEO

DVD

DTV/ CBL

VCR

OUT

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

S VIDEO

DVD

DTV/

CBL

MONITOR

OUT

1 DIGITAL OUTPUT jack

See page 18 for details.

2 MULTI CH INPUT jacks

See page 16 for connection information.

3 Video component jacks

See pages 15 and 17 for connection information.

4 Antenna terminals

See page 19 for connection information.

5 REMOTE IN/OUT jacks

(U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K. and Europe models only)

See page 69 for details.

6 XM jack

See page 40 for connection information.

7 AC OUTLET(S)

Use to supply power to your other A/V components (see page 20).

8 DIGITAL INPUT jack

See pages 15, 17 and 18 for details.

TUNER

75Ω UNBAL.

FM ANT

FRONT

AM ANT

GND

XM/DT

REMOTE

CONTROL

OUT

+12V

SURROUND

–

––

–

SURROUND BACK

15mA MAX.

–

CENTER

SPEAKERS

–

(U.S.A. model)

0 ZONE 2 OUTPUT jac k s

(U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K. and Europe models only)

These jacks output analog signals only. See page 69 for details.

TUNER INPUT jack (U.K. model only)

A SUBWOOFER OUTPUT jack

See page 13 for connection information.

B Speaker terminals

See page 13 for connection information.

C CONTROL OUT jack

(U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K. and Europe models only)

This is a control expansion terminal for commercial use.

■ Asia and General models only

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

See page 20 for details.

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

9 Audio component jacks

See page 18 for connection information.

SPEAKER SETUP

Speaker placement

The speaker layout below shows the standard ITU-R* speaker setting. You can use it to enjoy CINEMA DSP and multi-channel audio sources.

ITU-R is the radio communication sector of the ITU

(International Telecommunication Union).

30˚

60˚

80˚

Surround speakers (SR and SL)

The surround speakers are used for effect and surround sounds. Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards, about 1.8 m (6 ft) above the floor.

Surround back speaker (SB)

The surround back speaker supplements the surround speakers and provides for more realistic front-to-back transitions. Place this speaker directly behind the listening position and at the same height as the surround speakers.

Subwoofer

The use of a subwoofer, such as the YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, is effective not only for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels, but also for high fidelity reproduction of the LFE (lowfrequency effect) channel included in Dolby Digital and DTS software. 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 front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce wall reflections.

PREPARATION

1.8 m (6 ft)

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 not practical to use a center speaker, you can do without it. Best results, however, are obtained with the full system. 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.

SPEAKER SETUP

Speaker connections

Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are faulty , no sound will be heard from the speak ers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

CAUTION

• If you will use 4 or 6 ohm speakers, be sure to set this unit’s speaker impedance setting to 4 ohms before using (see page 21).

• Before connecting the speakers, make sure that the power of this unit is off.

• Do not 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 speakers still creates the interference with 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 stripe, groove or ridges. Connect the striped (grooved, etc.) cable to the “+” (red) terminals on this unit and your speaker. Connect the plain cable to the “–” (black) terminals.

10 mm (3/8")

5 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.

Red: positive (+)

Black: negative (–)

■ Banana plug connections

(With the exception of U.K., Europe and Asia models) First, tighten 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)

1 Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8") of

insulation from the end of each speaker cable.

2 Twist the exposed wires of the cable together

to prevent short circuits.

3 Unscrew the knob.

4 Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side

of each terminal.

Front speakers (A)

LeftRight

SPEAKER SETUP

Subwoofer

system

(U.S.A. model)

Surround speakers

LeftRight

2 3 6 71

PREPARATION

–

FRONT

SPEAKERS

–

CENTER

––

SURROUND

–

SURROUND BACK

■ FRONT terminals

Connect one or two speaker systems (2, 3) to these terminals. If you use only one speaker system, connect it to the FRONT A or B terminals.

■ CENTER terminals

Connect a center speaker (4) to these terminals.

■ SURROUND terminals

Connect surround speakers (6, 7) to these terminals.

■ SUBWOOFER jack

Connect a subwoofer with built-in ampli fier (1), such as the YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, to this jack.

■ SURROUND BACK terminals

Connect a surround back speaker (5) to these terminals.

Front

speakers

(B)

Center

speaker

Surround back

speaker

Speaker layout

CONNECTIONS

Before connecting components

CAUTION

Do not connect this unit or other components to the mains power until all connections between components are complete.

■ Cable indications

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.

For analog signals

left analog cables right analog cables

For digital signals

optical cables coaxial cables

For video signals

video cables S-video cables

component video cables

PR P

■ 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 to the right jacks and white plugs to the left jacks.

■ Digital jacks

This unit has digital jacks for direct transmission of digital signals through either coaxial or fiber optic cables. You can use the digital jacks to input PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams. When you connect components to both 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.

Note

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 to the digital (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks are only output to the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack.

■ Video jacks

This unit has three types of video jacks. Connection depends on the availability of input jacks on your monitor. The signals input through the S VIDEO jacks on this unit are automatically converted for output through the VIDEO jacks. When V. CONV. is set to ON (see page 61), signals input through the VIDEO jacks can be output through the S VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks.

VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO jacks

For conventional composite video signals.

S VIDEO jacks

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

B, PR) to provide the best quality in

picture reproduction.

Signal flow inside this unit

Input

COMPONENT VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

Only when V. CONV. is set to ON (see page 61).

Note

When signals are input through both the S VIDEO and VIDEO jacks, signals input through the S VIDEO jack have priority.

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR PB Y

Output

(MONITOR OUT)

CONNECTIONS

Connecting video components

■ Connections for DVD playback

Note

Be sure to connect your video source components in the same way you connect your video monitor to this unit if V. CONV. (see page 61) is set to OFF. For example, if you connect your video monitor to this unit using a VIDEO connection, connect your video source components to this unit using the VIDEO connections. (Even when V. CONV. is set to OFF, S-video signals input from your video source component are automatically converted to composite signals in this unit.)

Optical out

DVD player

Audio out

Video out

R PB Y

PREPARATION

DVD

DIGITAL

INPUT

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

S VIDEO

DVD

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

Video in

Video

monitor

(U.S.A. model)

CONNECTIONS

■ Connecting to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks

This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (left and right FRONT, CENTER, left and right SURROUND and SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from a multi-format player, external decoder, sound processor or preamplifier. Connect the output jacks on your multi-format player or external decoder to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks. Be sure to match the left and right outputs to the left and right input jacks for the front and surround channels.

(U.S.A. model)

MULTI CH INPUT

FRONT

SURROUND

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

Subwoofer

LRLR

out

Center out

Multi-format player/

External decoder

Front out

Surround out

Notes

• When you select MULTI CH INPUT as the input source, this unit automatically turns off the digital sound field processor, and you

cannot select sound field programs.

• This unit does not redirect signals input to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks to accommodate for missing speakers. We recommend that

you connect at least a 5.1-channel speaker system before using this feature.

• When headphones are used, only front left and right channels are output.

CONNECTIONS

■ Connections for other video components

Notes

• Be sure to connect your video source components in the same way you connect your video monitor to this unit if V. CONV. (see page 61) is set to OFF. For example, if you connect your video monitor to this unit using a VIDEO conn ection, connect your video source components to this unit using the VIDEO connections. (Even when V. CONV. is set to OFF, S-video signals input from your video source component are automatically converted to composite signals in this unit.)

• Converted video signals are only output to the MONITOR OUT jacks. When recordin g, you must make the same type of video connections (i.e., S-video) between each component.

DTV/CBL

DIGITAL

INPUT

Optical out

Audio out

Cable TV or

satellite tuner

AUDIO

Video out

PREPARATION

(U.S.A. model)

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

S VIDEO

DTV/

CBL

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO

DTV/ CBL

VCR

OUT

VIDEO

R PB Y

Video in

Video

monitor

LR LR

Audio in

Audio out

DVD recorder

or VCR

■ VIDEO AUX jacks (on the front panel)

Use these jacks to connect any video source, such as a game console or video camera, to this unit.

Video in Video out

VIDEO AUX

VIDEO L AUDIO R

Audio out R

Audio out L

Game console or video camera

Video out

CONNECTIONS

Connecting audio components

■ Connections for audio components

DIGITAL OUTPUT

MD/CD-R

OPTICAL

(U.S.A. model)

CD player

Audio out

L R

Coaxial out

MD/CD-R

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

INPUT

Audio out

(

)

PLAY

MD/

CD-R

OUT

(

)

REC

AUDIO

LR LR

MD recorder or

tape deck

Audio in

Optical out

Optical in

CONNECTIONS

Connecting the FM and AM antennas

Both FM and AM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals.

Indoor FM antenna (included)

75Ω UNBAL.

ANT

AM loop antenna (included)

TUNER

ANT

GND

Ground (GND terminal)

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

GND

Notes

• 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.

• 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 outdoor antennas.

PREPARATION

■ Connecting the AM loop antenna

1 Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it

to the terminals on this unit.

2 Press and hold the tab to insert

the AM loop antenna lead wires into the AM ANT and GND terminals.

3 Orient the AM loop antenna

for the best reception.

CONNECTIONS

Connecting the power supply cord

■ Connecting the AC power cord

Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.

■ AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)

U.K. and Australia models .................................... 1 outlet

Korea model ...............................................................None

Other models .........................................................2 outlets

Use these outlets to connect the power cords from your other components to this unit. Power to the AC OUTLET(S) is controlled by this unit’s STANDBY/ON (or SYSTEM POWER and STANDBY). The outlet(s) supply power to any connected component whenever this unit is turned on. For information on the maximum power (total power consumption of components), see “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 84.

■ 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:

Asia model .........................220/230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

General model .....110/120/220/230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

VOLT AGE SELECTOR

■ Memory back-up

The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost even if this unit is in the standby mode. However if the power cord is disconnected from the AC wall outlet, or the power supply is cut for more than one week, the stored data will be lost.

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

(Asia and General models)

CONNECTIONS

TRANSMITCODE SET

STANDBY

SYSTEM

POWER

CD MD/CD-R

TUNER

V-AUXDVD

AMP

POWERPOWER

VOLUME

TV MUTE TV INPUT

TV VOL TV CH

AVTV

VCR

DTV/CBL

MULTI CH IN

SLEEP

Speaker impedance setting

CAUTION

If you are using 4 or 6 ohm speakers, set the impedance to 4 or 6 ohms as follows before turning on the power.

Be sure this unit is in the standby mode.

1 Turn off the power to this unit, and while

holding down STRAIGHT (EFFECT), press STANDBY/ON.

This unit turns on, and the ADVANCED SETUP menu appears in the front panel display.

STRAIGHT

EFFECT

2 Rotate PROGRAM to move through the menu

and select “SP IMP.”.

3 Press STRAIGHT (EFFECT) repeatedly to

select “4 Ω MIN”.

While holding down, press

PROGRAM

STRAIGHT

STANDBY

/ON

Turning on the power

When all connections are complete, turn on the power of this unit.

(U.S.A. model)

VOLUME

l PRESET/TUNING/CH h

LEVEL

INPUT MODETONE CONTROLSTRAIGHT

Remote control

MEMORYFM/AMPRESET/TUNING

TUNING MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONOMAN'L/AUTO FM

DISPLAY

INPUT

MULTI CH

INPUT

SYSTEM POWER

SYSTEM

POWER

VIDEO AUX

VIDEO L AUDIO R

A/B/C/D/E

EDIT

BASIC SETUP

TRANSMITCODE SET

STANDBY

SYSTEM

POWER

CD MD/CD-R

TUNER

V-AUXDVD

AMP

POWERPOWER

VOLUME

TV MUTE TV INPUT

TV VOL TV CH

AVTV

VCR

DTV/CBL

MULTI CH IN

SLEEP

MENUTITLE

SET MENU

LEVEL

DISPLAYRETURN

BAND

SRCH MODE

MEMORY

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

ENTER

PRESET/CH

REC

AUDIO

DISC SKIP

STRAIGHT

4321

81070965

ENT.

DIRECT ST.

EXTD SUR.

STANDARD

SELECT

NIGHT

SPEAKERS

EFFECT

BASIC SETUP

The basic setup feature is a useful way to set up your system quickly and with minimal effort.

• If you wish to configure the unit manually using more precise adjustments, use the detailed parameters in SOUND MENU (page 58) instead of using BASIC SETUP.

• Altering any parameters in BASIC SETUP will reset all parameters in SOUND MENU.

• Initial settings are indicated in bold for each parameter.

Using the BASIC SETUP menu

3 Press ENTER to enter BASIC SETUP.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

The ROOM parameter appears in the front panel display.

Before you begin:

• Press SPEAKERS A or B on the front panel (or press

AMP to select the AMP mode, then press SPEAKERS A or B on the remote control) to select the front speakers you want to use.

• Make sure you disconnect your headphones from this

unit.

2,15

3-14

1 Press AMP.

AMP

2 Press SET MENU.

“BASIC SETUP” appears in the front panel display.

SET MENU

SRCH MODE

BASIC SETUP

4 Press j / i to select the desired setting.

ROOM: S M >L

Select the size of the room you have installed your speakers in. In general, the room sizes are defined as follows:

[U.S.A. and Canada models]

S (small) 16 x 13ft, 200ft M (medium) 20 x 16ft, 300ft L (large) 26 x 19ft, 450ft

(4.8 x 4.0m, 20m2)

(6.3 x 5.0m, 30m2)

(7.9 x 5.8m, 45m2)

[Other models]

S (small) 3.6 x 2.8m, 10m M (medium) 4.8 x 4.0m, 20m L (large) 6.3 x 5.0m, 30m

2 2 2

5 Press d to display the SUBWOOFER

parameter.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

6 Press j / i to select the desired setting.

SUBWOOFER

YES NONE If you do not have a subwoofer in your system.

If you have a subwoofer in your sy stem.

YES

BASIC SETUP

7 Press d to display the SPEAKERS

parameter.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

8 Press j / i to select the number of speakers

you connected.

SPEAKERS

Choices Display Speakers

2spk

3spk

4spk

5spk

6spk

LL C R

SL SB SR

LL CR

SL SB SR

LL C R

SL SB SR

LL C R

SL SBSBSR

LL C R

SL SB SR

Front L/R

Front L/R, Center

Front L/R, Surround L/R

Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R

Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround back

6spk

11 Press ENTER to confirm your selection.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

If you selected SET, you hear a test tone from each speaker in turn. “CHECK:TestT one ” appears in the front panel display for a few seconds, then “CHECK: OK?”.

CHECK:TestTone

CHECK OK? YES

12 Press j / i to select the desired setting.

CHECK OK? YES

YES To complete the setup process if the test tone

levels from each speaker were satisfactory.

NO To proceed to the SP LEVEL speaker level

adjustment menu to balance the level of each speaker.

PREPARATION

9 Press d to display SET/CANCEL.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

10 Press j / i to select the desired setting.

>SET CANCEL

SET T o apply the settings you chose in steps

4 through 8.

CANCEL To cancel the setup without makin g any

changes.

13 Press ENTER to confirm your selection.

PRESET/CH

ENTER

A-E/CAT. A-E/CAT.

If you selected NO in step 12, the front speaker level adjustment display appears in the front panel display.

BASIC SETUP

■ To balance the speaker levels

Perform the following steps after step 13 (see page 23).

MD/CD-R

DVD

DTV/CBL

V-AUX

VCR

SP A

CDTUNER

VOLUME

L C R

SL SR

The unit outputs the test tone from the selected speaker and the left front (or left surround) speaker in turn. The indicator of the speaker currently outputting the test tone blinks in the front panel display.

14 Press d / u to select a speaker , then use j / i

to adjust the balance.

The control range is from +10 dB to –10 dB.

FR ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the front left and right speakers.

C ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the front left and center speakers.

SL ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the front left and surround left speakers.

SB ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the surround left and surround back speakers.

SR ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the surround left and surround right speakers.

SWFR ----||----

Adjusts the balance between the front left speaker and the subwoofer.

Memory back-up

The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost even if this unit is in the standby mode. However, if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, or the power supply is cut for more than one week, the stored data will be lost. If so, adjust the items again.

15 Press SET MENU to exit after balancing the

speakers.

+ 64 hidden pages

Yamaha AV Receiver User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

FEATURES

GETTING STARTED

Supplied accessories

Installing batteries in the remote control

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel

Remote control

Using the remote control

Front panel display

Rear panel

SPEAKER SETUP

Speaker placement

PREPARATION

Speaker connections

CONNECTIONS

Before connecting components

Connecting video components

Connecting audio components

Connecting the FM and AM antennas

Connecting the power supply cord

Speaker impedance setting

Turning on the power

BASIC SETUP

Using the BASIC SETUP menu