Yamaha AVX-S80 Owners Manual

VIDEO2

PHONES

SILENT

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

STANDBY/ON

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET/BAND PRESET/TUNING

STEREO

DSP

INPUT

VOLUME

–

INPUT MODE

HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM

SYSTEME HOME CINEMA AUDIO/VIDEO

AVX-S80

AVX-S80: AVR-S80 + NX-S80S + NX-S80C + SW-S80

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

BRUKSANVISNING

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SYSTEM.

FREQUENCY STEP

50KHz

100

9KHz

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 with at least 5 cm on the top, 5 cm on the left and right, and 5 cm at the back of AVR-S80, and 20 cm on the top, 10 cm on the left and right, and 10 cm at the back of SW-S80 — away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.

3 Locate this system away from other electrical appliances,

motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not place this system where it may get exposed to dripping or splashing, and never put any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the top of the system.

4 Do not expose this system to sudden temperature changes

from cold to hot, and do not locate this system in a environment with high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this system, which may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this system, and/or personal injury.

5 Avoid installing this system in a place where foreign objects

and liquid might fall. It might cause a fire, damage to this system and/or personal injury. Do not place the following objects on this system: – Other components, as they may cause damage and/or

discoloration on the surface of this system.

– Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire,

damage to this system, and/or personal injury.

– Containers with liquid in them, as they may cause

electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this system.

6 Do not cover this system with a newspaper, tablecloth,

curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this system rises, it may cause fire, damage to this system, and/or personal injury.

7 Do not plug in this system to a wall outlet until all

connections are complete.

8 Do not operate this system 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 system with chemical solvents; this might

damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

12 Only voltage specified on this system must be used. Using

this system with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this system, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this system 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 Take care of this system so that no foreign objects and/or

liquid drops inside this system.

15 Do not attempt to modify or fix this system. Contact

qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reasons.

16 When not planning to use this system for long periods of

time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

17 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on

common operating errors before concluding that this system is faulty.

18 Before moving this system, press STANDBY/ON to set this

system in the standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

CAUTION

19 VOLTAGE SELECTOR (China, Korean and General models

only) The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of AVR-S80 and SW-S80 must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110–120V/220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

This system is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this system itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this system is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

■ For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below.

Note

• The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.

■ Special Instructions for U.K.

Model

IMPORTANT

THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:

Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

The name plate is located on the bottom of AVR-S80.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (China, Korean and General models only)

Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (locating at the rear of AVR-S80) according to the frequency spacing in your area. North, Central and South America: 100 kHz/10 kHz Other area: 50 kHz/9 kHz Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of this system from the AC outlet.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2

FEATURES .......................................................................... 2

CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES ................................... 3

INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE

CONTROL ........................................................................... 3

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ....................................... 4

Front panel ......................................................................... 4

Remote control .................................................................. 5

Front panel display ............................................................ 7

PREPARATION

PREPARATION STEPS ..................................................... 8

SPEAKER SETUP ............................................................... 9

Speaker placement ............................................................. 9

Installing the speakers ..................................................... 10

CONNECTIONS ................................................................ 12

Connecting TV and audio/video components ................. 12

Connecting the antennas .................................................. 14

Connecting the speakers .................................................. 15

Connecting to an external amplifier ................................ 17

Connecting the AC power cord ........................................ 17

Turning on the power....................................................... 17

ADJUSTING SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS ................ 18

Using the test tone ........................................................... 18

USING BASIC FUNCTIONS

BASIC PLAYBACK .......................................................... 19

Basic operations............................................................... 19

Selecting a sound field program ...................................... 21

RECORDING .................................................................... 26

TUNING

TUNING ............................................................................. 27

Automatic and manual tuning ......................................... 27

Presetting stations ............................................................ 28

Exchanging preset stations .............................................. 29

Tuning in to a preset station ............................................ 29

RECEIVING RDS STATIONS

(U.K. and Europe models only)......................................... 30

Description of RDS data .................................................. 30

Changing the RDS mode ................................................. 31

PTY SEEK function ........................................................ 31

REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES

OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS USING THE

REMOTE CONTROL....................................................... 32

Setting the manufacturer code ......................................... 32

Other component controlling functions ........................... 33

ADJUSTMENTS

SET MENU ......................................................................... 35

List of SET MENU items ................................................ 35

Adjusting the items on the SET MENU .......................... 35

1 SPEAKER SET (speaker mode settings) .................... 36

2 LFE LEVEL ................................................................ 37

3 SP DLY TIME (speaker delay time) ........................... 38

4 D. RANGE (dynamic range) ....................................... 38

5 L/R BALANCE (balance of the front left and right

speakers) ...................................................................... 38

6 HP TONE CTRL (headphone tone control) ................ 38

7 INPUT MODE (initial input mode) ............................ 39

8 DISPLAY SET (brightness of front panel display) ..... 39

9 SP/PRE OUT (output source settings) ........................ 39

ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF THE EFFECT

SPEAKERS ........................................................................ 40

CHANGING THE PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR DSP

PROGRAMS ...................................................................... 41

Adjusting the delay time .................................................. 41

Adjusting the parameter settings for PRO LOGIC II

Music ............................................................................... 42

APPENDIX

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................... 43

GLOSSARY ....................................................................... 46

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 47

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English

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product. This product is a home theater sound system consisting of the components shown on the table at right. Please check the all components are contained without fail by referring to the table.

Model name

AVR-S80 AV receiver 1 NX-S80S Speaker (for front/rear) 4 NX-S80C Center speaker 1 SW-S80 Subwoofer 1

Category No. of pcs.

FEATURES

The AVX-S80 is the Home Theater Sound System that delivers a powerful and realistic sound experience like that found in a movie theater just by combining the system with the TV. The newest DSP programs will enhance the power and realism of various sources, from movies to concerts, and sporting events. Also, the SILENT CINEMA DSP program allows you to enjoy the sound field even through the headphones. Since the AVX-S80 consists of an AV receiver, a center speaker, front speakers, rear speakers and a subwoofer, you can enjoy stronger bass and surround effects as well as a good balance throughout the speakers. Moreover, the One-touch connection of the speaker connectors designed exclusively for this system allows you to easily connect the speakers.

◆ Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

◆ Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital + Matrix 6.1

decoder

◆ DTS/DTS + Matrix 6.1 decoder

◆ CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP

technology and Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital or DTS

◆ Virtual CINEMA DSP

◆ SILENT CINEMA DSP

◆ Built-in 5.1-channel power amplifier

◆ Sophisticated FM/AM tuner

◆ Multi-function remote control which can also be

used for other AV components of certain manufacturers

■ About this manual

• y indicates a tip for your operation.

• Some operations can be performed by using the buttons on either the main unit or the remote control. In this case, the operations performed by using the remote control are described in this manual.

• This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part for the reason of the improvement in operativity ability, and others. In this case, the product has priority.

• Some of the illustrations and names of the package contents etc. written in this manual may differ from the actual products and the names written on the package etc.

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

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES

Check your package to make sure it contains the following items.

INTRODUCTION

AVR-S80

Remote control Batteries (x2)

(AA, R06, UM-3)

Indoor FM antenna

(U.S.A., Canada,

China, Korean and

General models)

Optical cable Video pin cable Connection guide

AM loop antenna

(Europe, U.K. and Australia models)

Connecting to a TV (monitor), DVD player, video camera and video game player

AVX - S8 0

CONNECTION GUIDE

*1 : Insert the plug with its mark facing up.

Printed in Malaysia V969790

DVD player TV (monitor)

PCM/DIGITAL DTS

S VIDEO

MIXED 2CH

OPTICAL

COMPONENT

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

VIDEO

DIGITAL

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

OUTPUT

Video pin cable (not included)

Video pin cable (included)

Optical cable

AV receiver (AVR-S80) Front panel

(included)

VIDEO

AV receiver (AVR-S80) Rear panel (U.S.A. model)

INPUT

STANDBY/ON

SILENT

PHONES

Connect either to AVR-S80.

Optical cable (not included)

Video pin cable (not included)

VIDEO OUTPUT

OPTICAL

Video game player

OUTPUT

75Ω UNBAL.

SYSTEM

MONITOR

VCR OUT

VIDEO 1 IN

OUT

VIDEO2

VIDEO LAUDIO OPTICALR

Audio pin cable (not included)

Video pin cable

(not included)

Video camera

CONNECTOR

MARK

AM ANTFM ANT GND

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

OPTICAL OPTICAL

DVD/CD

VIDEO 1

DVD/CD IN

VCR IN

TO SW–S80

VIDEO VIDEO

R L

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

System control cable (included)

Speaker cable (included)

VIDEO OUTPUT

L AUDIO

SPEAKERS

CENTERFRONT FRONT

OUTPUT

Speaker cable (included)

R L

(RED)

(WHITE)

MARK

(GREEN)

REAR (SURROUND)

(BLUE)

(GRAY)

Speaker

SYSTEM

REAR L

CONNECTOR

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 6ΩMIN.

TO AVR-S80

cable

REAR R

Speaker

CENTER

(included)

cable

Speaker

(included) cable (included)

+– +– +–

–+

Subwoofer (SW-S80) Rear speaker (R)

Rear speaker (L)

Center speaker

(NX-S80S)

(NX-S80C)

INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL

Insert the batteries in the correct direction by aligning the + and – marks on the batteries with the polarity markings (+ and –) inside the battery compartment.

NX-SW80 (NX-S80S x4, NX-S80C, SW-S80)

Fasteners (2 sets)

for the center

speaker

Speaker cables

(for the rear speakers: 15m (x2),

for the front/center speaker:

5m (x3))

VIDEO INPUT

FRONTREAR CENTER

SUBWOOFER

6CH PREOUT

FRONT R

FRONT L

(WHITE)(RED)(BLUE)(GRAY)

(GREEN)

+–

Front speaker (R)

Front speaker (L)

(NX-S80S)

Non-skid pads

(2 sets: 16 pieces)

System control cable

■ Notes on batteries

• Change all of the batteries if you notice a decrease in the operating range of the remote control.

• 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. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

Screws

(4 pieces)

Mounting

brackets

(4 pieces)

(5m x 1)

1 Press the part and slide off the battery

compartment cover.

2 Insert the two batteries (AA, R06, UM-3 type)

with + and – oriented properly.

3 Slide the cover back on so that it snaps into

place.

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Preserving the manufacturer code

Replace batteries early before they become unusable. The manufacturer code set by the user will be preserved for about two minutes when batteries run out or when they are removed. Note that the manufacturer code setting may be lost if more than two minutes elapses. Also, if you press any button on the remote control accidentally while replacing batteries, the manufacturer code setting will be lost.

English

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel

12 3 45

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

SILENT

PHONES

VIDEO2

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

9 0 e r tq w6 7

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET/BAND PRESET/TUNING

STEREO

DSP

–

INPUT

INPUT MODE

1 STANDBY/ON

Turns this system on, or set it to the standby mode. When you turn this system on, you will hear a click and there will be a 4 to 5-second delay before this system can reproduce sound.

Standby mode

In this mode, this system will consume a small amount of power in order to receive infrared-signals from the remote control.

2 Remote control sensor

Receives signals from the remote control.

3 Front panel display

Shows information about the operational status of this system.

4 STEREO

Switches between normal stereo and DSP effect reproduction. When STEREO is selected, 2-channel signals are directed to the front left and right speakers without effect sounds.

5 VOLUME +/–

Controls the output level of all audio channels. This does not affect the output level at the VCR OUT jacks.

6 PHONES (

SILENT)

Allows you enjoy DSP effect for private listening with headphones. When you connect headphones, no signals are output to the speakers.

7 VIDEO 2 jacks

These jacks are for connecting a video component such as a camcorder or video game player. To select the component connected to these jacks, select “VIDEO2” with the INPUT button.

8 MEMORY

Stores the current station in the memory.

9 AUTO/MAN’L

Switches the tuning mode between automatic and manual.

0 A/B/C/D/E

Selects preset station groups A to E.

q PRESET/BAND

Switches the reception band between FM and AM and also the mode between the tuning mode and the preset mode.

w d PRESET/TUNING u Selects preset station numbers 1 to 8 or the tuning frequency.

e DSP

Selects the DSP program. This button is disabled when the stereo mode is selected by the STEREO button.

r INPUT

Selects the input source you want to listen to or watch.

t INPUT MODE

Sets the priority for the types of input signals (AUTO, DTS, ANALOG) to receive when one component is connected to both digital and analog input jacks.

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Remote control

This section explains the function of each button on the remote control when you operate this system as an amplifier. Make sure that the AMP mode is selected before starting operation.

Refer to “OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS USING THE REMOTE CONTROL” on pages 32–34 for the details about the remote control functions for controlling other components connected to this system.

• The buttons on the remote control whose names are written in purple are operation buttons when you operate this system in the AMP mode.

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

3 CODE SET

Used when setting up the manufacturer code.

4 DSP program buttons

Select DSP programs for the AMP position. For some programs, pressing a button repeatedly selects its subprograms.

5 LEVEL

Selects the effect speaker channel to be adjusted.

6 Cursor buttons (j, i, u, d)

Select SET MENU items and change the settings on the SETUP menu etc.

7 TEST

Outputs the test tone to adjust the speaker levels.

INTRODUCTION

POWER

TV AV

TV MODE

INPUT

MUTE

SUBTITLE

REC

CODE SET

MONO MOVIE

SPORTS

SELECT

/DTS

TOP MENU LEVEL

PRESET

CH CH

ENTER

PRESET

TEST ON SCREEN

(U.S.A. model)

MATRIX 6.1

SET MENU

B.BOOST

RETURN

SLEEP

VOLCH

AUDIO

ROCKJAZZHALL

1009

ABCDE

POWER

TUNER

VCR

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

DVD

AMP

ENTERTAINMENT

4321

MOVIE 2MOVIE 1

8765

STEREO

CANCEL

MUTE

VOL

w e

8 SLEEP

Sets the sleep timer.

9 POWER (

)

Turns this system on, or set it to the standby mode.

0 Input selector buttons

Select the input source and set the remote control to operate the selected source component. Sets the remote control to the AMP mode for controlling this system.

q AMP

Switches the functions of the remote control buttons to the functions for controlling this system. The DSP program buttons, B.BOOST, etc. are made available by pressing this button.

w STEREO

Switches between normal stereo and DSP effect reproduction. When STEREO is selected, 2-channel signals are directed to the front left and right speakers without effect sounds.

e MUTE

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

r SET MENU

Selects the SET MENU mode.

t VOL +/–

Increases or decreases the volume level.

1 Infrared window

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

2 Basic operation buttons

Used to operate the components selected with input selector buttons.

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y B. BOOST

Turns BASS BOOST function on or off.

English

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

■ Using the remote control

–

Approximately 6 m (20 feet)

30° 30°

Handling the remote control

• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote control.

• Do not drop the remote control.

• Do not leave or store the remote control in the

following types of conditions: – high humidity or temperature such as near a heater,

stove or bath;

– dusty places; or – in places subject to extremely low temperatures.

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Front panel display

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

12345

DIGITAL

PRO LOGIC DSP PCM

MATRIX

VIRTUAL

B. BOOST

88888888888888

SILENT

PRE

DVD/CD VIDEO 1VIDEO 2 VCR

MOVIE THTR DTS

ENTERTAINMENT

1 Decoder indicators

Lights up when the t, g,

PRO LOGIC

MATRIX are activated.

2 VIRTUAL indicator

Lights up in the Virtual CINEMA DSP mode.

3 Headphones indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected.

4 SP/PRE indicator

The indicator of the item selected in “9 SP/PRE OUT” on the SET MENU lights up. (But it does not light up when headphones are connected.)

5 SILENT indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected while the digital sound field processor is on.

6 Input source indicator

Shows the current input source with a cursor.

7 STEREO indicator

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

8 AUTO indicator

Shows that this system is in the automatic tuning mode.

9 TUNED indicator

Lights up when this system is tuned to a station.

0 MEMORY indicator

Flashes to show a station can be stored.

DOLBY DIGITALPRO LOGIC

TUNER

7890

STEREO

AUTO PS PTY RT CT PTY HOLD

SLEEP

MUTE

MEMORY

LFE

RL RC RR

TUNED

C R

iuytewq

q DSP indicator

Lights up when you select DSP programs.

w v indicator

Lights up when this system is reproducing PCM (pulse code modulation) digital audio signals.

e B. BOOST indicator

Lights up when BASS BOOST is ON. (But it does not light up when headphones are connected.)

r DSP program indicators

The name of the selected DSP program lights up when the ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIE THEATER 1, MOVIE THEATER 2 or V/DTS SURROUND DSP program is selected.

t Multi-information display

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

y SLEEP indicator

Lights up while the sleep timer is on.

u MUTE indicator

Flashes while the MUTE function is on.

i Input channel indicator

Indicates the channel components of input signals being received.

o RDS indicator (U.K. and Europe models only)

The name(s) of the RDS data offered by the currently received RDS station light(s) up. PTY HOLD indicator lights up while searching for stations in the PTY SEEK mode.

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PREPARATION STEPS

110 – 120V 220 – 240V

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

In order to enjoy sound and video images with this sound system, follow the procedures as described below. See each page for details.

Installing batteries in the remote control (P.3)

Speaker setup (P.9)

• Speaker placement (P.9)

• Installing the speakers (P.10)

Connections (P.12 – 17)

• Connecting TV and audio/video components (P.12)

• Connecting the antennas (P.14)

• Connecting the speakers (P.15)

• Connecting the AC power cord (P.17)

• Turning on the power (P.17)

Adjusting speaker output levels (P.18)

Before connecting components

• Do not connect this system or other components to the mains power until all connections between the components have been completed.

• Be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say, L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Some components require different connection methods and have different jack names. Refer to the operation instructions for each component to be connected to this system.

• Insert the plugs properly. The speakers may not output any sound or may output noise if they are not inserted properly.

• The name of jack corresponds to input selector.

• The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of AVR-

S80 and SW-S80 must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110-120V/220-240V AC, 50/60 Hz. (China, Korean and General models only)

AVR-S80 (General model)

SW-S80 (General model)

220V–240V

II0V–I20V

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

After connecting components

• Check them again to make sure they are correct.

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SPEAKER SETUP

This system has been designed to provide the best soundfield quality with a 5-speaker system, using front left and right speakers, rear left and right speakers and a center speaker.

The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus effect sounds. The rear speakers are used for effect and surround sounds. The center speaker is for the center sounds (dialog, vocals, etc.).

Notes

• If you do not use any of effect speakers (rear and/or center), change the settings of SPEAKER SET items at the SET MENU (p.36) to designate the signals to other terminals you connect speakers to.

• If you use speakers (with different tonal qualities) instead of the included speakers, the tone of a moving human voice and other types of sound may not shift smoothly. We recommend that you use speakers from the same manufacturer or speakers with the same tonal quality.

Speaker placement

Refer to the following diagram when you place the speakers.

Center speaker Front speaker (R)

Subwoofer

Rear speaker (R)

1.8 m (6 feet)

Front speaker (L)

Rear speaker (L)

Front speakers

Place the front left and right speakers an equal distance from the ideal listening position. The distance between each speaker and each side of the video monitor should also be the same.

Center speaker

Align the front face of the center speaker with the front face of your video monitor. Place the speaker as close to the monitor as possible (such as directly over or under the monitor) and centrally between the front speakers.

Rear speakers

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

Subwoofer

The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce wall reflections.

Note

• Although the speaker system in this system is magnetically shielded, it may still affect the color on the television monitor when using this system near the television. Adjust the relative positions of this system and the television if this happens.

PREPARATION

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SPEAKER SETUP

Installing the speakers

■ Placing the center speaker

Place the speaker on TV whose top is flat or on the floor under the TV or inside the TV rack so that it is stabilized. When placing the speaker on top of the TV, to prevent the speaker from falling down, put the provided fasteners at two points on the bottom of the speaker and the top of the TV.

Fastener

Peel off the seal

■ Mounting the front and rear speakers on a wall

When mounting the speakers on a wall, use the holes on the speakers’ back panels.

1 Fasten screws into a firm wall or wall

support as shown in the figure.

Tapping screw (Available at the hardware store)

Diam. 3.5 to 4 mm

Wall/ wall

support

70 mm

Min. 20 mm

70 mm

10 mm

2 Hang the holes on the protruding screws.

Make sure that the screws are securely caught by the narrow parts of the holes.

Cautions

• Do not place the speaker on top of the TV whose area is smaller than the bottom area of the speaker. If placed, the speaker may drop out causing an injury to you.

• Do not place the speaker on top of the TV with an inclination.

• Do not touch the adhesive surface after peeling off the seal as

this will weaken its adhesive strength.

• Thoroughly wipe clean the surface where the fastener is to be applied. Note that adhesive strength is weakened if the surface is dirty, oily or wet and that this may cause the center speaker to drop.

■ Placing the front and rear

speakers

When placing the front and rear speakers on a flat surface, attach the included non-skid pads to the corners on the bottom of the speakers as shown below. This prevents the speakers from sliding around.

Non-skid pad

70 mm

Warning

• Each speaker weighs 0.9 kg (11 lbs. 16 oz.). Do not mount them on thin plywood or a wall with soft surface material. If mounted, the screws may come out of the flimsy surface and the speakers may fall. This damages the speakers or causes personal injury.

• Do not install the speakers to a wall with nails, adhesives, or any other unstable hardware. Long-term use and vibrations may cause them to fall.

• To avoid accidents resulting from tripping over loose speaker cables, fix them to the wall.

• Select a proper position on the wall to mount the speaker so that no one will injure his/her head or face.

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SPEAKER SETUP

Using the Yamaha Speaker Stand SPS-80 (option)

By using the Yamaha Speaker Stand SPS-80, speakers can be placed on the floor. (Two stands make a set.)

SPS-80

* The SPS-80 is not available in some areas.

■ If you want to mount a speaker on a commercially available speaker stand

The provided mounting bracket with 1 pair of screw holes (at an interval of 60 mm) can be used to mount the speaker on a speaker stand. * Those screw holes can be used with M4 screws only.

60 mm

1 Attach the bracket to the bottom of the

speaker by using the provided screw so that the convex part of the bracket fits in the grooved part on the bottom of the speaker as shown below.

Mounting bracket

PREPARATION

Screw

2 Mount the speaker on the speaker stand by

using the screw holes on the bracket.

Note

The mounting bracket is provided for each speaker.

English

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CONNECTIONS

Connecting TV and audio/video components

■ Types of audio jacks

Rear panel (U.S.A. model)

75Ω UNBAL.

AM ANTFM ANT GND

OPTICAL OPTICAL

DVD/CD

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

VIDEO 1

DVD/CD IN

2 2

Front panel

STANDBY/ON

SILENT

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

VIDEO2

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

2 1

1 OPTICAL (digital) jack

Connects an optical cable and provides the better quality sound than analog audio jacks. The cable can be inserted directly into the OPTICAL jack on the front panel. For the OPTICAL jacks on the rear panel, first remove the anti-dust cap from a jack, and then connect the cable to the jack.

2 Analog audio jacks

Connect the audio pin cable of an audio/video cable.

• You can use the digital jacks to input PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams.

• All digital input jacks are acceptable for 96-kHz or lower sampling digital signals.

• By connecting to the digital jacks, you can enjoy listening to the multi-channel sound track of a DVD source with sound field effects.

Notes

• The OPTICAL jacks on this system conform to the EIA standard. If you use an optical cable that does not conform to this standard, this system may not function properly.

• Once you have connected a recording component to this system, keep its power turned on while using this system. If the power is off, this system may distort the sound from other components.

VCR OUTVIDEO 1 IN

VCR IN

VIDEO VIDEO

LR L

Anti-dust cap

Remove the cap covering the OPTICAL jack when connecting an optical cable to an OPTICAL jack on the rear panel of this system. Safely store the cap and always re-insert it in the terminal when the terminal is not in use. (This cap prevents the entrance of dust.)

Anti-dust cap

■ Type of video jacks

Rear panel (U.S.A. model)

75Ω UNBAL.

AM ANTFM ANT GND

OPTICAL OPTICAL

DVD/CD

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

VIDEO 1

DVD/CD IN

Front panel

STANDBY/ON

SILENT

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

VIDEO2

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

1 VIDEO jack

Inputs/outputs conventional composite video signal.

Note

• If you connect this system to a video monitor through a video cassette recorder, the picture may not be played back properly due to the copyright protection technology incorporated in this system.

VCR OUTVIDEO 1 IN

VCR IN

VIDEO VIDEO

LR L

1 1

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CONNECTIONS

FRONT REAR CENTER

110

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

DVD/CD

OPTICAL OPTICAL

VIDEO 1

AM ANTFM ANT GND

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

6CH PREOUT

VCR OUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 1 IN

VIDEO VIDEO

VCR IN

DVD/CD IN

TO SW–S80

R L

MARK

75Ω UNBAL.

SUBWOOFER

VIDEO2

PHONES

SILENT

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

STANDBY/ON

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

■ The connection example

Use the following included or commercially available connection cables.

For Audio component

Optical cable

For AV component

Audio/Video cable

The connection example shown below is just an example. Connect in accordance with the components you have.

For Video Component

Video pin cable

PREPARATION

INPUT

VIDEO

Video monitor

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO

AUDIO

TV/digital TV/cable TV

Optical cable

Video pin cable

Audio/Video cable

Optical cable

OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

PCM/ DIGITAL DTS

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

Audio/Video cable

Rear panel (U.S.A. model)

OUTPUT

MIXED 2CH

COMPONENT

SUBWOOFER

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

VCR

S VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

DVD player

Video camera, video game player, etc.

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OUTPUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO

AUDIO

Optical cable

Audio/Video cable

Front panel

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CONNECTIONS

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

DVD/CD

OPTICAL O

AM ANTFM ANT GND

75Ω UNBAL.

Connecting the antennas

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

■ Connecting indoor FM antenna

Connect the included indoor FM antenna to the FM ANT terminal.

Indoor FM antenna

(included)

(U.S.A. model)

AM loop antenna (included)

■ Connecting the AM loop antenna

1 Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.

2 Press and hold the tab to insert the AM loop

antenna lead wires into the AM ANT and GND terminals.

Bare wire

Tab

3 Release the tab. (The tab will return to its

original position when you release your finger.)

Once connected, pull the wires gently to check that they are connected securely.

Ground (GND terminal)

In some cases, you can reduce interference by connecting the antenna GND terminal to a good earth ground. A good earth ground is a metal stake driven into moist earth.

4 Orient the AM loop antenna for the best

reception.

• A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas.

Notes

• The AM loop antenna should be placed away from this system.

• The AM loop antenna should always be connected, even if an

outdoor AM antenna is connected to this system.

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CONNECTIONS

Connecting the speakers

Connect the included speakers to the AV receiver (AVR-S80) using the included speaker cables and system control cable as shown below.

AV receiver (AVR-S80)

75Ω UNBAL.

AM ANTFM ANT GND

OPTICAL OPTICAL

DVD/CD

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

SYSTEM

MONITOR

VCR OUT

VIDEO 1 IN

VIDEO 1

R L

DVD/CD IN

VCR IN

VIDEO VIDEO

FRONT REAR CENTER

OUT

CONNECTOR

MARK

SUBWOOFER

6CH PREOUT

TO SW–S80

As this terminal is used for testing at the factory, do not connect any equipment to this terminal.

PREPARATION

(U.S.A. model)

*1: Insert the plug with its mark facing up.

System control cable

Speaker cable (RED)

Speaker cable (WHITE)

Speaker cable (GREEN)

SYSTEM CONNECTOR TO AVR-S80

Speaker cable (BLUE)

Speaker cable (GRAY)

Front speaker (R)

(NX-S80S)

FRONT R

REAR R

Front speaker (L)

(NX-S80S)

(RED) (WHITE)

FRONT L

(GREEN)

CENTER

Center speaker (NX-S80C)

REAR L

Subwoofer (SW-S80)

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(Also applicable to the center speaker)

Rear speaker (R)

(NX-S80S)

(GRAY) (BLUE)

Rear speaker (L)

(NX-S80S)

English

CONNECTIONS

(RED)

Connector

Color tube

(RED)

Color tube

(BLUE)

The back of the Subwoofer

(BLUE)

Connector

(BLUE)

• The connector of the included speaker cable and the terminal of the subwoofer are classified by color. Connect a connector to the terminal of the same color.

• The label of the speaker is attached to each speaker cable. Connect the speakers in accordance with the labels.

• Connect the color tube of the speaker cable to the plus (+) side of each speaker. If the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

• A cover is attached to the end of the speaker cable. Connect the speakers after removing the cover.

• Make sure that the plugs of the system control cable and the connectors of the speaker cables are inserted correctly before inserting them.

Notes

• Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this system. This could damage this system and/or the speakers.

• Do not insert the plug or connector forcibly. Doing so may damage the plug, connector or terminal.

• Do not scratch, forcibly bend, or pull the system control or speaker cable as this may damage the cable, causing loss of audio output, and may possibly result in a fire or electric shock. Take particular care in making sure that the cable is not squashed by a rack or caster.

• Before disconnecting or connecting the system control cable, disconnect the power supply cord of the subwoofer and AV receiver.

■ Using commercially available speakers and speaker cables

You can use commercially available speaker cables and speakers except for a subwoofer. If you use them, note the following.

• Use the speaker whose impedance is 6Ω or higher.

When using the speaker whose impedance is lower than 6Ω, the protection circuit may start working or this system may be damaged.

• Use magnetically shielded speakers. If this type of

speakers still creates the interference with the monitor, place the speakers away from the monitor.

• Use the speaker cable that is as thick as the included

cable. Too thick cables cannot be used.

Exchanging the speaker cables

Tab

15 mm

1 Remove approximately 15 mm (9/16”) of

insulation from each of the speaker cables.

Twist the exposed wires of the cable together to prevent short circuits.

2 Open the tab. 3 Pull the inserted bare wire of the speaker

cable from the connector and insert the bare wire of the commercially available speaker cable.

4 Return the tab to secure the wire.

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CONNECTIONS

VIDEO2

PHONES

SILENT

VIDEO L AUDIO OPTICALR

STANDBY/ON

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

AUDIO

POWER

TV MODE

POWER

TUNER

VCR

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

ENTERTAINMENT

ROCKJAZZHALL

CODE SET

TV AV

SLEEP

INPUT

VOLCH

MUTE

SUBTITLE

REC

DVD

AMP

Connecting to an external amplifier

If you want to increase the power output to the speakers, or want to use another amplifier, connect an external amplifier to the 6CH PREOUT jacks as follows.

Note

• When you have connected this system to an external amplifier, select PRE or BOTH in “9 SP/PRE OUT” on the SET MENU. (See page 39.)

1 FRONT jacks

Front channel line output jacks.

2 REAR jacks

Rear channel line output jacks.

3 CENTER jack

Center channel line output jack.

4 SUBWOOFER jack

Low bass signals distributed from the front, center and/or rear channels are directed to this jack if they are assigned to this jack. (The cut-off frequency of this jack is 90 Hz.) The LFE (low-frequency effect) signals generated when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoded are also directed if they are assigned to this jack.

1 2

FRONT CENTER

REAR

Connecting the AC power cord

Plug in this system to the wall outlet.

■ Memory back-up

The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost when the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, or the power supply is temporarily cut due to power failure. However, if the system is turned off for more than one week, the stored setting will be cleared. If so, set the setting again.

• Volume level

• Input source

• Speaker output level (center, rear L/R and subwoofer)

• Sleep timer

• Parameter

• Delay time

• Set menu

• Preset station

Turning on the power

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

STANDBY/ON

PREPARATION

• The adjustments made in the following settings have an effect on the signals output from the 6CH PREOUT jacks.

– BASS BOOST settings – Speaker settings – DSP programs

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6CH PREOUT

SUBWOOFER

POWER ( )

1 Press STANDBY/ON (POWER ( ) on the

remote control) to turn on the power of this system.

2 Turn on the video monitor connected to this

system.

Note

• When you use only some of the included 6 speakers or when using commercially available speakers, adjust speaker mode settings soon after turning the power on. See “1 SPEAKER SET (speaker mode settings)” on page 36 for details.

English

ADJUSTING SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS

ENTERTAINMENT

ROCKJAZZHALL

4321

MOVIE 2MOVIE 1

MONO MOVIE

SPORTS

8765

STEREO

MATRIX 6.1

SELECT

/DTS

CANCEL

1009

CODE SET

TOP MENU

LEVEL

SET MENU

TEST

B.BOOST

ON SCREEN

RETURN

ABCDE

MUTE

VOL

PRESET

ENTER

CH CH

DVD

AMP

This section explains how to adjust speaker output levels using the test tone generator. When this adjustment is complete, the output level heard at the listening position should be the same from each speaker. This is important for best performance of the digital sound field processor, and the various decoders (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS).

Note

• Since this system cannot enter the test mode while headphones are connected to this system, be sure to unplug the headphones from the PHONES (

SILENT) jack when using the test tone.

Using the test tone

Use the test tone to balance the output levels of the speakers.

Note

• The adjustment of each speaker output level should be made at your listening position using the remote control.

AMP

j, i

TEST

(U.S.A. model)

VOL + / —

1 Press AMP. 2 Press TEST to output the test tone. 3 Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume of this

system so you can hear the test tone.

The test tone is heard (in order) from the LEFT (front left speaker), CENTER (center speaker), RIGHT (front right speaker), R SUR. (rear right speaker), L SUR. (rear left speaker), and the SUBWOOFER (subwoofer). The tone is produced for about 2 seconds from each speaker.

SUBWOOFER

LEFT

CENTER

RIGHT

L SUR. R SUR.

4 Adjust the level of the effect speakers using

j/i so that it matches the level of the front

speakers.

While adjusting, the test tone is heard from the selected speaker. After j or i is released, the test tone begins travelling to another speaker again.

Note

• To adjust the level of the front speakers, use VOL +/– on the remote control.

5 When adjustment is complete, press TEST to

stop the test tone.

• It is not necessary to readjust the speaker levels once they are set (as long as you do not change the speakers). You can enjoy listening to or watching the input source at the desired volume simply by pressing VOL +/– on the remote control.

• If the output level of the effect speakers (center, rear left, and rear right) cannot be increased enough to match the level of the front speakers, set “1E F. Level” on SET MENU to –10 dB (see page 37). This setting decreases the front speaker output level to about one-third of the normal level. After you have set “1E F. Level” on the SET MENU to –10 dB, adjust the levels for the center and rear speakers again.

Notes

• If “1A CENTER” on the SET MENU is set to NON, the level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted. The test tone skips the center speaker.

• If “1C REAR LR” on the SET MENU is set to NON, the output level of the rear left and right speakers cannot be adjusted in step 4. The test tone will be circulated skipping the rear right and left speakers.

• If “1D BASS” on the SET MENU is set to FRONT, the test tone will be circulated skipping the subwoofer.

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BASIC PLAYBACK

AUDIO

POWER

TV MODE

POWER

TUNER

VCR

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

ENTERTAINMENT

ROCKJAZZHALL

4321

MOVIE 2MOVIE 1

MONO MOVIE

SPORTS

8765

STEREO

MATRIX 6.1

SELECT

/DTS

CANCEL

1009

CODE SET

TV AV

SLEEP

INPUT

VOLCH

MUTE

SUBTITLE

REC

TOP MENU

LEVEL

SET MENU

TEST

B.BOOST

ON SCREEN

RETURN

ABCDE

MUTE

VOL

PRESET

ENTER

CH CH

DVD

AMP

Basic operations

You can play the software loaded on the audio and video components connected to this system.

SLEEP

DSP program

buttons

B.BOOST

(U.S.A. model)

POWER ( )

Input selector buttons

MUTE

VOL + / –

Indication on the front panel display (example):

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 1 AUTO

Selected input source Input mode

1 Press POWER ( ) to turn on the power. 2 Turn on the AV component connected to this

system.

3 Press INPUT on the front panel repeatedly

(one of the input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the input source.

The selected input source name and input mode appear on the front panel display for a few seconds.

4 Start playback or select a broadcast station

on the source component.

Refer to the operation instructions for the component.

5 Adjust the volume to the desired level.

The volume level is displayed digitally. Example: –70 dB Control range: VOLUME MUTE (minimum) to

0 dB (maximum)

Note

• If you have connected a recording component to the VCR OUT jacks, and you notice distortion or low volume during playback of other components, try turning the recording component on.

■ Enhancing the bass tones

First press AMP, then press B. BOOST.

•“Bass Boost ON” appears in the display.

• This function enhances the bass tones of the

subwoofer by increasing the level of the low-range frequencies.

• To cancel B. BOOST mode, press B. BOOST again.

• The B. BOOST mode does not function when the headphones are connected.

Note

• If a thudding noise is heard from the subwoofer when this function is turned on, lower the subwoofer level. Otherwise, the subwoofer may be damaged due to an excessive input level of low-bass signal.

■ To mute the sound

Press MUTE on the remote control.

To resume the audio output, press MUTE again.

• You can also cancel mute by pressing VOL +/–, etc.

• During muting, the “MUTE” indicator flashes on the front

panel display.

USING BASIC FUNCTIONS

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BASIC PLAYBACK

■ When you have finished using this system

Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel (POWER ( ) on the remote control) to set this system in the standby mode.

■ Setting the sleep timer

Use this feature to automatically set this system in the standby mode after the amount of time you have set. The sleep timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this system is playing or recording a source.

• By connecting a commercially available timer to this system,

you can also set a wake-up timer. Refer to the operation instructions of the timer.

(While playing a source)

Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the amount of time.

Each time you press SLEEP, the front panel display changes as shown below.

The “SLEEP” indicator lights up on the front panel display soon after the sleep timer has been set. The display then returns to the previous indication.

Canceling the sleep timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF” appears on the front panel display.

After a few seconds, “SLEEP OFF” disappears, the “SLEEP” indicator goes off and the display returns

to the previous indication.

• The sleep timer setting can also be canceled by setting this

system in the standby mode by using POWER ( remote control (or STANDBY/ON on the front panel) or by disconnecting the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

) on the

■ Input modes and indications

This system comes with a variety of input jacks. You can select the type of input signals you desire.

Press INPUT MODE (the input selector button that you have pressed to select the input source on the remote control) repeatedly until the desired input mode is shown on the front panel display.

• AUTO: In this mode, the input signal is selected

automatically as follows:

1)Digital signal

2)Analog signal

• DTS: In this mode, only the digital input signal

encoded with DTS is selected.

• ANALOG: In this mode, only the analog input signal is

selected.

• When AUTO is selected, this system automatically determines the type of signal. If this system detects a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, the decoder automatically switches to the appropriate setting.

• Each time you turn on the power of this system, the input mode is set according to “7 INPUT MODE” setting on the SET MENU (see page 39 for details).

Notes

• When playing a disc encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS on some LD players, the sound output may be delayed for a moment when playback resumes after a search because the digital signal is selected again.

• When playing a LD source that has not been digitally recorded, the sound may not be output for some LD players. In this case, set the input mode to ANALOG.

About playing DTS-CD/LDs

• If you use a player with a digital volume level

controller, set the level to maximum when playing a source.

• If you play a source encoded with a DTS signal and set

the input mode to ANALOG, this system may reproduce the noise of an unprocessed DTS signal. In this case, connect the source to a digital (optical) input jack and set the input mode to AUTO or DTS.

• If you switch the input mode to ANALOG while

playing a source encoded with a DTS signal, this system reproduces no sound.

• If you play a source encoded with a DTS signal with

the input mode set to AUTO; – This system automatically switches to the DTS-

decoding mode (The “t” indicator lights up) after having detected the DTS signal. When playback of the DTS source is completed, the “t” indicator may flash. While this indicator is flashing, only DTS source can be played. If you want to play a normal PCM source soon, set the input mode back to AUTO.

– When the input mode is set to AUTO and a search or

skip operation is performed during playback of a DTS source, the “t” indicator may flash. If this status continues for longer than 30 seconds, this system will automatically switch from “DTS- decoding” mode to PCM digital signal input mode. The “t” indicator will turn off.

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ENTERTAINMENT

ROCKJAZZHALL

4321

MOVIE 2MOVIE 1

MONO MOVIE

SPORTS

8765

STEREO

MATRIX 6.1

SELECT

/DTS

CANCEL

1009

CODE SET

TOP MENU

LEVEL

SET MENU

TEST

B.BOOST

ON SCREEN

RETURN

ABCDE

MUTE

VOL

PRESET

ENTER

CH CH

DVD

AMP

Selecting a sound field program

This system’s built-in DSP (Digital Sound field Processor) can simulate various acoustic environments, including a concert hall and movie theater, with its 9 sound field programs. For the best results, choose a program appropriate for the selected audio source.

1 Press AMP. 2 Press one of the DSP program buttons on

the remote control to select the desired program.

3 After selecting the desired program, press

/DTS

SELECT

AMP

DSP program buttons

STEREO MATRIX6.1

the same button repeatedly to select the

desired sub-program if available.

• You can also select DSP program by pressing DSP on the front panel.

(U.S.A. model)

Indication on the front panel display (example):

Program name

DVD/CD

MOVIE THTR

DSP is not available when “STEREO” is illuminated on the display. To use DSP, press STEREO to turn “STEREO” off.

• Select the DSP program that you feel sounds best regardless of the name and description given for it below.

70mm Spectacle

Sub-program name

USING BASIC FUNCTIONS

■ Feature of DSP programs

No.

Hi-Fi DSP (for music sources)

Program

CONCERT HALL

JAZZ CLUB

ROCK CONCERT

ENTERTAINMENT/ Disco

ENTERTAINMENT/ 5ch Stereo

A large round concert hall with a rich surround effect. Pronounced reflections from all directions emphasize the extension of sounds. The sound field has a great deal of presence, and your virtual seat is near the center, close to the stage.

This is the sound field at stage front in “The Bottom Line”, a famous New York jazz club, that seats up to 300 people. Its wide left to right seating arrangement offers a real and vibrant sound.

The ideal program for lively, dynamic rock music. The data for this program was recorded at LA’s “hottest” rock club. The listener’s virtual seat is at the center-left of the hall.

This program recreates the acoustic environment of a lively disco in the heart of a big city. The sound is dense and highly concentrated. It is also characterized by a high-energy, “immediate” sound.

Using this program increases the listening position range. This is a sound field suitable for background music at parties, etc.

Features

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No.

Program

ENTERTAINMENT/ Game

ENTERTAINMENT/ Concert Video

TV SPORTS

CINEMA-DSP

(for video sources)

CINEMA-DSP

(for cinema sources)

DECODE

STRAIGHT

MONO MOVIE

MOVIE THEATER 1/ Spectacle

MOVIE THEATER 1/ Sci-Fi

MOVIE THEATER 2/ Adventure

MOVIE THEATER 2/ General

q/DTS/Enhanced

q/DTS/Normal

Features

This program adds a deep and spatial feeling to video game sounds.

This program produces an enthusiastic atmosphere and lets you feel as if you are at an actual jazz or rock concert.

With this program, you can enjoy watching various TV programs such as news, variety shows, music programs or sports programs. In a stereo broadcast of a sports game, the commentator is oriented at the center position, and the shouts and the atmosphere in the stadium spread on the surround side, while their spread to the rear is properly restrained.

This program is provided for reproducing monaural video sources (such as old movies). The program produces the optimum reverberation to create sound depth by using only the presence sound field.

This program creates the extremely wide sound field of a 70-mm movie theater. It precisely reproduces the source sound in detail, making both the video and the sound field incredibly real. This is ideal for any kind of video source encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS (especially large-scale movie productions).

This program clearly reproduces dialog and sound effects in the latest sound form of science fiction films, thus creating a broad and expansive cinematic space amid the silence. You can enjoy science fiction films in a virtual-space sound field that includes Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital and DTS-encoded software employing the most advanced techniques.

This program is ideal for precisely reproducing the sound design of the newest 70-mm and multichannel soundtrack films. The sound field is made to be similar to that of the newest movie theaters, so the reverberations of the sound field itself are restrained as much as possible.

This program is for reproducing sounds from 70-mm and multichannel soundtrack films, and is characterized by a soft and extensive sound field. The presence sound field is relatively narrow. It spatially spreads all around and toward the screen, restraining the echo effect of conversations without losing clarity.

This program ideally simulates the multi-surround speaker systems of the 35-mm film theaters. Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding, Dolby Digital decoding or DTS decoding and digital sound field processing create precise effects without altering the original sound orientation. The surround effects produced by this sound field wrap around the viewer naturally from the back to the left and right, and toward the screen.

The built-in decoder precisely reproduces sounds and sound effects from sources. The highly efficient decoding process improves crosstalk and channel separation and makes sound positioning smoother and more precise. In this program, no DSP effect is applied.

• When you set this system in the standby mode, the current source and DSP program are memorized and are automatically selected when you turn on the power again.

• When you select an input source, this system automatically selects the last DSP program used with that source.

• The “

” indicator does not light up when selecting program No. 9 except in Enhanced mode.

• The acoustics of your listening room affect the DSP program. It is recommended to use a room with fewer sound reflections to

maximize the effect created by the program.

Notes

• There are 9 programs with sub-programs available with this system. However, the selection depends on the input signal format and not all sub-programs can be used with all input signal formats.

• When a monaural source is being played with PRO LOGIC/Normal or PRO LOGIC/Enhanced, or PRO LOGIC II Movie, sound will be hardly heard from the front speakers and the rear speakers. Sound can only be heard from the center speaker. (If “1A CENTER” on the SET MENU is set to NON, the center channel sound is output from the front speakers.)

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BASIC PLAYBACK

■ Table of Program Names for Each Input Format

This system automatically chooses the appropriate decoder and DSP sound field pattern according to the input signal format.

No.

Input

Program

MOVIE THEATER 1

MOVIE THEATER 2

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS DIGITAL SUR

PRO LOGIC

2 channel

ANALOG, PCM,

DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS

70 mm Spectacle

70 mm Sci-Fi

70 mm Adventure

70 mm General

—

Normal

5.1 channel

DOLBY DIGITAL

DGTL Spectacle

DGTL Sci-Fi

DGTL Adventure

DGTL General

Normal

Enhanced

—

DTS

DTS Spectacle

DTS Sci-Fi

DTS Adventure

DTS General

—

Normal

Enhanced

—

6.1 channel *

DOLBY DIGITAL

+ Matrix 6.1

Spectacle 6.1

Sci-Fi 6.1

Adventure 6.1

General 6.1

Matrix 6.1

Enhanced 6.1

—

DTS

+ Matrix 6.1

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Spectacle 6.1

Sci-Fi 6.1

Adventure 6.1

General 6.1

—

Matrix 6.1

Enhanced 6.1

—

Enhanced

Movie

PRO LOGIC II

Music

—

* Only when the Matrix 6.1 decoder is ON.

• If Dolby Digital Surround EX software or DTS ES software is played when AUTO is selected by pressing the MATRIX 6.1 button on the remote control, the Dolby Digital + Matrix 6.1 or DTS + Matrix 6.1 decoder usually turns on and the corresponding DSP program is selected.

• MATRIX 6.1 on the remote control can be used to play Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 channel sources with the virtual rear center speaker. In this case the program name changes to the corresponding name for 6.1 channel.

• When playing a 6.1 channel source with MATRIX 6.1 on the remote control turned off, the program name changes to the corresponding name for 5.1 channel.

English

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■ Selecting PRO LOGIC II

You can enjoy the 2-channel sources decoded into five discrete channels by selecting PRO LOGIC II in program No. 9.

(While playing a 2-channel source)

1 Press AMP. 2 Press q/DTS.

The previously selected sub program appears on the front panel display.

3 Press SELECT repeatedly to select the

decoder, PRO LOGIC II.

4 After selecting on the decoder (PRO LOGIC

II), select the mode appropriate for the source by pressing q/DTS.

The selection switches as follows; PRO LOGIC II Movie ↔ PRO LOGIC II Music

• You can select PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC II Movie, and PRO LOGIC II Music by pressing DSP on the front panel repeatedly.

Note

• Playback using DOLBY PRO LOGIC II decoders is possible only for 2-channel signals.

■ Playing Dolby Digital Surround

EX or DTS ES software

While playing a 5.1-channel source, press MATRIX 6.1 to turn on the Dolby Digital + Matrix 6.1 or DTS + Matrix 6.1 decoder. The rear center channel is created from rear left and right channels, and output from virtual rear center speaker.

While playing a 5.1-channel source, the display changes AUTO ^ Matrix6.1 ^ OFF each time the MATRIX 6.1 button is pressed.

Notes

• Some Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS ES software may not contain the signal that is necessary for this system to switch to the Matrix 6.1 decoding mode. To turn on the Matrix 6.1 decoder when playing such a source, press Matrix6.1.

• Playing a 6.1-channel source is not possible even if MATRIX6.1 is pressed in the following cases:

– when “1C REAR LR” in the SET MENU is set to NON; – when the sound effect is turned off; – when headphones are connected; – when a Dolby Digital KARAOKE source is being played; – when 5ch Stereo is selected.

• The setting becomes AUTO once this system turns into standby

mode.

■ Virtual CINEMA DSP

With Virtual CINEMA DSP, you can enjoy all DSP programs without rear speakers. It creates virtual speakers to reproduce a natural sound field. You can listen to Virtual CINEMA DSP by setting “1C REAR LR” in the SET MENU to NON. Sound field processing changes to Virtual CINEMA DSP automatically.

• When Virtual CINEMA DSP is functioning, the “VIRTUAL” indicator lights up on the front panel display.

Note

• This system is not set in the Virtual CINEMA DSP mode even if “1C REAR LR” is set to NON in the following cases: – when the 5ch Stereo, DOLBY DIGITAL Normal, Pro Logic

Normal, Pro Logic II, or DTS Normal program is selected;

– when the sound effect is turned off; – when 96-kHz sampling digital signals are input to this

system;

– when using the test tone; or – when connecting the headphones.

• AUTO: This mode automatically switches Dolby

Digital + Matrix 6.1 and DTS + Matrix 6.1 depending on the signal. Virtual rear center speaker does not work for 5.1 channel sources.

• Matrix6.1: This setting produces 6-channel playback of the input source using the Matrix 6.1 decoder. The virtual rear center speaker can be used when playing a 5.1-channel source.

• OFF: Virtual rear center speaker does not work in this setting.

• When the Matrix 6.1 decoder is functioning, the “MATRIX”

indicator lights up on the front panel display.

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■ SILENT CINEMA DSP

You can enjoy a powerful sound field similar to what you could expert from actual speakers with SILENT CINEMA DSP. You can listen to SILENT CINEMA DSP by connecting your headphones to the PHONES ( SILENT) jack while the digital sound field processor is on. Enjoy all the DSP program using the headphones. The “SILENT” indicator lights up on the front panel display. (When sound effects are off, you listen to the source with normal stereo reproduction.)

• When SILENT CINEMA DSP is functioning, the “SILENT” indicator lights up on the front panel display.

Notes

• This feature is not available when 96-kHz sampling digital signals are input to this system.

• The sound of LFE channel will be mixed and output from the headphone.

■ Normal Stereo Reproduction

Press STEREO to turn off the sound effect for normal stereo reproduction. Press STEREO again to turn the sound effect back on.

Notes

• If you turn off the sound effects, no sound is output from the center or rear speakers.

• The volume may be greatly reduced when you turn off the sound effects or if you set “4 D. RANGE” on the SET MENU to MIN. In this case turn on the sound effect.

• The sound of LFE channel will be directed to the front left and right or the subwoofer (or both) channels depending on the setting of “1D BASS” on the SET MENU.

• If you turn off the sound effects while a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is being output, the dynamic range of the signal is automatically compressed and the sounds of the center and rear speaker channels are mixed and output from the front speakers.

■ Displaying the information about

input signal

During stereo reproduction, you can display information such as the type, format and sampling frequency of the signal input from the components connected to this system.

(While playing a stereo source)

1 Press AMP. 2 Press d to display the information about the

input signal.

• Format:

The type of an input signal. When digital input is not known, the mode is set to the analog mode.

Input signal

Analog signal

PCM signal

Dolby Digital signal

DTS signal

Other digital signals

• fs:

The sampling frequency of an input signal when a digital signal is input. If the frequency is not known, “unknown” appears on the front panel display.

• Audio Channels:

The number of audio channels included in an input signal when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input.

• Rate (bit rate):

The amount of data contained in an input signal per second when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input. If the bit rate is not known, “unknown” appears on the front panel display.

• Flg (flag):

An identification signal contained in an input signal when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input. If the flag is not detected, “None” appears on the front panel display.

Display

Analog

PCM

Dolby Digital

DTS

Unknwn Digital

(Unknown Digital)

■ About 96-kHz sampling digital signals

The digital input jacks of this system can handle 96-kHz sampling digital signals. Note the following when 96-kHz sampling digital signal is input to this system:

– DSP programs cannot be selected. – Sound will be output as 2-channel stereo from only the

front left and right speakers. (There may be sound output from the subwoofer depending on the SPEAKER SET settings on the SET MENU.) Therefore, the level of the effect speakers cannot be adjusted while listening to such a source.

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RECORDING

Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording components. Refer to the operation instructions for these components.

1 Turn on the power of this system and all

connected component.

2 Select the source component you want to

record from.

The procedure for selecting an input source is the same as the one described in “BASIC PLAYBACK” on page 19.

3 Start playback (or select a broadcast station)

on the source component.

4 Start recording on the recording component.

Notes

• Do a test recording before you start an actual recording.

• When this system is set in the standby mode, you cannot record

between the components connected to this system.

• The setting of BASS BOOST, VOLUME, “5 L/R BALANCE” on the SET MENU and DSP programs does not effect the recorded material.

• The signal input from VCR IN is not output to VCR OUT.

• Check the copyright laws in your country to record from

records, CDs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

• It is not possible to record the sound effect created by this system’s DSP processing.

■ Timer playback/recording

This system can perform playback or recording with an external timer (not supplied). Refer to the operating instructions for the component and the timer to be used.

Notes

• Stored data, such as input source, will be reflected when playback or recording with the timer.

• If you do not want any sound output when recording with a timer, turn the volume down.

If you playback a video source that uses scrambled or encoded signals to prevent it from being dubbed, the picture itself may be disturbed due to those signals.

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TUNING

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET/BAND PRESET/TUNING

STEREO

DSP

INPUT

VOLUME

–

INPUT MODE

Indication on the front panel (example)

Preset station number

Reception band

TUNER

C1:AM 630 kHz

Preset station group

The colon (:) lights up in the preset mode and goes off in the tuning

mode.

Automatic and manual tuning

There are 2 ways to tune; automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference.

AUTO/MAN'L

Station frequencyColon

PRESET/BAND

PRESET/TUNING u

INPUT

■ Manual tuning

If the signal from the station you want to select is weak, you must tune in to it manually.

1 Select TUNER and the reception band

following steps 1 and 2 described in “Automatic tuning” at left.

2 Press AUTO/MAN’L so that the “AUTO”

indicator goes off from the front panel display.

3 Press d PRESET/TUNING u to tune in to the

desired station manually.

Hold down the button to continue the tuning search.

• Manually tuning in to an FM station will automatically change the reception mode to monaural to increase the signal quality.

TUNING

■ Automatic tuning

1 Press INPUT (TUNER on the remote control)

to select TUNER as the input source.

2 Press PRESET/BAND to select the reception

band. (“FM” or “AM”)

Each time PRESET/BAND is pressed, the mode changes as follows: FM (Tuning mode) ^ AM (Tuning mode) ^ (Preset mode) ^ FM (Tuning mode) ^ ...

• Make sure that the colon (:) turns off when the mode switches to the tuning mode.

3 Press AUTO/MAN’L so that the “AUTO”

indicator lights up on the front panel display.

4 Press d PRESET/TUNING u once to begin

automatic tuning.

Press u to tune in to a higher frequency, or press d to tune in to a lower frequency.

• Use the manual tuning method if the tuning search does not stop at the desired station because the signal is weak.

• When tuned in to a station, the “TUNED” indicator lights up and the frequency of the received station is shown on the front panel display.

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TUNING

MEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET/BAND PRESET/TUNING

STEREO

DSP

INPUT

VOLUME

–

INPUT MODE

Presetting stations

PRESET/BANDMEMORY

AUTO/MAN'L A/B/C/D/E

PRESET/TUNING u

■ Automatically presetting stations (for FM stations)

This function enables this system to automatically tune in to FM stations with strong signals, and to store up to 40 (8 stations x 5 groups) of those stations in order. This feature enables you to easily tune in to any preset station by selecting the preset station number.

1 Press PRESET/BAND to select the FM band. 2 Press AUTO/MAN’L so that the “AUTO”

indicator lights up on the front panel display.

3 Press and hold MEMORY for more than

3 seconds.

The preset number and the “MEMORY” and “AUTO” indicators flash. Then, after about

5 seconds, automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency currently displayed toward the higher frequencies. When automatic preset tuning is completed, the front panel display shows the frequency of the last preset station.

• When a station data is stored under a preset number, the

frequency and reception band are also stored.

• You can manually replace a preset station with another FM or

AM station by simply following the procedure in the section

“Exchanging preset stations” on page 29.

• If the number of the received stations does not reach E8,

automatic preset tuning has automatically stopped after searching all stations.

Notes

• Any stored station data existing under a preset number is

cleared when you store a new station under that preset number.

• Only FM stations with sufficient signal strength are stored

automatically by automatic preset tuning. If the station you want to store is weak in signal strength, tune in to it manually in the monaural mode, and store it by following the procedure in “Manually presetting stations”. You can also store AM stations manually.

Automatic preset tuning options

You can select the preset group and number from which this system will store FM stations and/or begin tuning toward lower or higher frequencies.

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 described in

“Automatically presetting stations (for FM stations)” on the left.

(After keeping MEMORY pressed for more than 3 seconds)

2 Press A/B/C/D/E and d PRESET/TUNING u

to select the preset number under which the first station will be stored.

Automatic preset tuning will stop when stations have all been stored up to E8.

3 Press PRESET/BAND to turn off the colon (:)

and then press d PRESET/TUNING u.

When pressing d, automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency currently displayed toward the lower frequencies, and when pressing u, it begins toward the higher ones.

■ Manually presetting stations

You can also store up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) manually. You can also store AM stations manually.

1 Tune in to a station.

See page 27 for tuning instructions. When tuned in to a station, the front panel display shows the frequency of received station.

2 Press MEMORY.

The “MEMORY” indicator flashes for about 5 seconds.

3 Press A/B/C/D/E repeatedly to select a preset

station group (A to E) while the “MEMORY” indicator is flashing.

The group letter appears and make sure that the colon (:) appears on the front panel display.

4 Press d PRESET/TUNING u to select a

preset station number (1 to 8) while the “MEMORY” indicator is flashing.

Press u to select a higher preset station number. Press d to select a lower preset station number.

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Yamaha AVX-S80 Owners Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CAUTION

INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel

Remote control

Front panel display

PREPARATION STEPS

SPEAKER SETUP

Speaker placement

Installing the speakers

CONNECTIONS

Connecting TV and audio/video components

Connecting the antennas

Connecting the speakers

Connecting to an external amplifier

Connecting the AC power cord

Turning on the power

ADJUSTING SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS

Using the test tone

BASIC PLAYBACK

Basic operations

USING BASIC FUNCTIONS

Selecting a sound field program

RECORDING

TUNING

Automatic and manual tuning

TUNING

Presetting stations