Yamaha R-V303 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

Natural Sound AV Receiver

Récepteur audiovisuel

R-V303

U C A

1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions

should be retained for future reference.

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

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions

should be followed.

5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near

water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, etc.

6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with a

cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

6A A unit and cart combination should be moved with care.

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

7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit

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

8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its

location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the
ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow
of air through the ventilation openings.

9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
that produce heat.

10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a

power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the unit.

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

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

12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be

unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.

14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the
inside of the unit.

15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced

by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been

damaged; or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

unit; or

C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.

16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit

beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located

away from power lines.

18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken

so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

•

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

CAUTION

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

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Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’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.

SPECIAL NOTES FOR FCC COMPOSITE
DEVICE (for US customers only)

This device is a composite system. The digital device
component may not cause harmful interference.

19 For US customers only:

Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is
connected to this unit, be sure the antenna 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 proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire 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

MAST

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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.

FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)

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.

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

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

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●

Indoor FM Antenna

●

AM Loop Antenna

●

Antenna adapter
(U.S.A. and Canada models only)

●

Remote Control Transmitter

●

Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.

TEST

—

+

DELAY TIME

PHONO

SKIP CD

DISC SKIP

—

+

A/B/C/D/E

TUNER

DIR A

A

/

B

TAPE

VCR

REC/PAUSE

—

+

PRESET

DIR B

VIDEO

EFFECT

VOLUME

PRO LOGIC

ROCK

SUR.

HALL

3 STEREO

DSP

SLEEPPOWER

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....Inside the Front Cover

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...........................2

FEATURES .....................................................3

CAUTION ........................................................4

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL

TRANSMITTER ...............................................5

PROFILE OF THIS UNIT ................................6

SPEAKER SETUP ..........................................7

CONNECTIONS ..............................................8

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ........12

SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..........16

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................18

TUNING OPERATIONS ................................20

PRESET TUNING .........................................21

USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD

PROCESSOR (DSP) ....................................24

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................27

SPECIFICATIONS .........................................28

CONTENTS

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

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FEATURES

●

5 Speaker Configuration
(Power Amp. Section)
Main: 50W + 50W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: 50W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 1 kHz

●

Digital Sound Field Processor

●

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder

●

Automatic Input Balance Control for
Dolby Pro Logic Surround

●

Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker
Balance Adjustment

●

3 Center Channel Modes
(NORM/WIDE/PHANTOM)

● 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning

● Automatic Preset Tuning

● Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset

Editing)

● IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning

System

● Video Signal Input/Output Capability

● SLEEP Timer

● Remote Control Capability

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1. To assure the finest performance, please read this manual

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

2. Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from

windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration,
dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming
(transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock,
do not expose the unit to rain or water.

3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set,

contact your dealer.

4. Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires.

When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and
the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the
wires themselves.

5. The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of

the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature
inside the cabinet will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing
objects against these openings, and install the unit in well­ventilated condition. Be sure to allow a space of at least
20 cm behind, 20 cm on the both sides and 30 cm above
the top panel of the unit. Otherwise it may not only damage
the unit, but also cause fire.

6. Always set the VOLUME control to “–

∞

” before starting
the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an
appropriate level after playback has been started.

7. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;

this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

8. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section

regarding common operating errors before concluding that
the unit is faulty.

9. When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time

(ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the
wall outlet.

10.To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power

plug and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.

11.Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken

so that the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not
defeated.

12.Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the

rear panel if the equipment requires more power than the
outlet is rated to provide.

13.Voltage Selector (China and General Models only)

The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must
be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging
into the AC main supply.
Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as
long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit

itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode.
In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small
quantity of power.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL
REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE­CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (China and General Models
only)

Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in
different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located
at the rear) according to the frequency spacing in your area.
Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of
this unit from the AC outlet.

CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

WARNING
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this
unit may be damaged.

IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE
STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to
either end. If so, set the switch to either end when this unit
is in the standby mode.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

(U.S.A. model)

I20V 60Hz

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

4

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SET BEFORE POWER ON

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

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Battery installation

Battery replacement

If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used
closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both
batteries with new ones.

Notes

●

Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement.

●

Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside
the battery compartment.)

●

Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter is not
used for an extended period of time.

●

If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly
before installing new batteries.

Remote control transmitter operation range

Notes

●

There should be no large obstacles between the remote
control transmitter and the main unit.

●

If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by strong
lighting (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.),
it might cause the remote control transmitter not to work
correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct
lighting.

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1

3

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

30°

30°

Remote control
sensor

Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)

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PROFILE OF THIS UNIT

You are the proud owner of a Yamaha stereo receiver –an extremely sophisticated audio component. The Digital Sound Field
Processor (DSP) built into this unit takes advantage of Yamaha’s undisputed leadership in the field of digital audio processing to
bring you a whole new world of listening experiences. Follow the instructions in this manual carefully when setting up your system,
and this unit will sonically transform your room into a totally new listening environment. In addition, you will get incredible realism
from sources encoded with Dolby Surround using the built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder.
Please read this operation manual carefully and store it in a safe place for later reference.

Digital Sound Field Processing

What is it that makes live music so good? Today’s advanced
sound reproduction technology enables you to get extremely
close to the sound of a live performance, but chances are you’ll
still notice something missing: the acoustic environment of the
live concert hall. Extensive research into the exact nature of
the sonic reflections that create the ambience of a large hall
has made it possible for Yamaha engineers to bring you this
same sound in your own listening room, so you’ll feel all the
sound of a live concert.

Furthermore, our technicians, armed with sophisticated
measuring equipment, have even made it possible to capture
the acoustics of actual music venues to allow you to accurately
recreate live performance environments in your own home.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

This unit employs a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder similar
to professional Dolby Stereo decoders used in many movie
theaters. By using the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you
can experience the dramatic realism and impact of Dolby
Stereo theater sound in your own home.

Dolby Pro Logic employs a four-channel-five-speaker system.
The Pro Logic Surround system divides the input signal into
four levels: the left and right main channels, the center channel
(used for dialog), and the rear surround sound channel (used
for sound effects, background noise, and other ambient
noises). The center channel allows listeners seated in even
less-than-ideal positions to hear the dialog originating from the
action on the screen while experiencing good stereo imaging.

Dolby Surround is encoded on many sound tracks of pre­recorded video tapes, laserdiscs, and some TV/cable
broadcasts. When you play a source encoded with Dolby
Surround on this unit, the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder
decodes the signal and supplies the surround-sound effects to
you.

In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance
control. This always assures you of the best performance
without manual adjustment.

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

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SPEAKER SETUP

SPEAKERS TO BE USED

This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a 5-speaker configuration. The most effective speakers to use with
this unit are main speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. You can use only one rear speaker instead of using two rear
speakers, and omit the center speaker. (Refer to the “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION” shown below.)
The main speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. They will probably be the speakers from your
present stereo system. The rear speakers are used for the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for the center
sounds (dialog etc.) within the programs encoded with Dolby Surround. The center speaker needs to be equal in power to the main
speakers although the rear speakers should not be equal. However, all the speakers should have high enough power handling to
accept the maximum output of this unit.

SPEAKER CONFIGURATION

5-Speaker Configuration

This configuration is the most effective and recommended one.
In this configuration, the center speaker is necessary as well as
the rear speakers. If the program PRO LOGIC or 3
STEREO is selected, conversations will be output from the
center speaker and the ambience will be excellent.

• Set the center channel mode to the “NORM” or “WIDE”

position. (For details, refer to page 16.)

4-Speaker Configuration (without the center speaker)

The center speaker is not used in this configuration. If the
program PRO LOGIC is selected, the center sound will be
output from the left and the right main speakers. The program

3 STEREO has no effect in this configuration. However,
the sound effect of other programs can be almost the same as
that of the 5-speaker configuration.

• Be sure to set the center channel mode to the “PHANTOM”

position. (For details, refer to page 16.)

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

The recommended speaker configuration, the 5-speaker configuration, will require two speaker pairs: main speakers (your normal
stereo speakers), and rear speakers, plus a center speaker. When you place these speakers, refer to the following.

Main: In normal position. (The position of your present

stereo speaker system.)

Rear: Behind your listening position, facing slightly inward.

Nearly 1.8m (approx. 6 feet) up from the floor.

Center: Precisely between the main speakers. (To avoid

interference with TV sets, use a magnetically shielded
speaker.)

Front R

Center

Front L

TV set

Rear R

Rear L

Main L

Main R

Main L Center Center

Main R

Rear L

Rear R

Main L

Main R

Rear L

Rear R

Main L

Main R

Rear

Main L

Main R

Rear

(Two rear speakers)

(One rear speaker)

(Two rear speakers)

(One rear speaker)

Note

As this unit is equipped with a monaural amplifier for the rear channel, sounds output from the rear speakers are in monaual.
So, you may use only one rear speaker instead of using two rear speakers.
However, the use of two rear speakers is recommended when there is more than one listener in the listening room.
When using one rear speaker, place it right behind your listening position.

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CONNECTIONS

Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed.

CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS

When making connections between this unit and other components, be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left)
to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each component to be connected to this unit.
* If you have YAMAHA components numbered as 1, 3, 4, etc. on the rear panel, connections can be made easily by making sure

to connect the output (or input) terminals of each component to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.

*

1

,

*

2

: See page 10.

FM
ANT

AM
ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO

VCR

IN OUT

VCR

PHONO VIDEO

PLAY REC IN OUT

1 3 4

VIDEO SIGNAL

TAPE/MD

AUDIO SIGNAL

I20V 60Hz

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

CD

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

4

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SET BEFORE POWER ON

CENTER

MAIN

REAR

SINGLE

REAR

SPEAKERS

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

GND

OUTPUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

OUTPUT

(U.S.A. model)

To AC outlet

Turntable

LD player,
DVD player, etc.

Video cassette recorder

Tape deck,
MD recorder, etc.

CD player

Monitor TV

*

2

*

1

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CONNECTING SPEAKERS

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

4

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SET BEFORE POWER ON

CENTER

MAIN

REAR

REAR

SINGLE

REAR

SPEAKERS

CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

Rear speaker Rear speakerCenter speaker

Main speakers

Left

Right

Left

Right

(U.S.A. model)

Note

Use speakers with the specified impedance
shown on the rear of this unit.

For connecting to the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals

Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)

➀

Press the tab.

➁

Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]

➂

Release the tab and
secure the wire.

For connecting to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS
terminals

Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)

➀

Press the tab.

➁

Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]

➂

Release the tab and
secure the wire.

➁

➂

➀

How to Connect:

Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge (cut as short as possible). If the connections are
faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct, that is the + and –
markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

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

➁

➂

➀

AC OUTLETS (SWITCHED)

(U.S.A., Europe, Canada, China and General models)

.......................................................... 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS

(Australia model).................................. 1 SWITCHED OUTLET

Use these to connect the power cords from your components
to this unit.
The power to the SWITCHED outlets is controlled by this unit’s
STANDBY/ON switch or the provided remote control
transmitter’s POWER /I key. These outlets will supply power
to any component whenever this unit is turned on.
The maximum power (total power consumption of components)
that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS is 100
watts.

GND terminal (For turntable use)

Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to the GND
terminal will normally minimize hum, but in some cases better
results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.

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Be sure to switch the position only when the power to this unit
is not on.
Select the position whose requirements your speaker system
meets.

(Upper position)

Rear: If you use one rear speaker, the impedance of the

speaker must be 6Ω or higher.
If you use two rear speakers, the impedance of each
speaker must be 3Ω or higher.

Center: The impedance of the speaker must be 6Ω or higher.
Main: The impedance of each speaker must be 4Ω or

higher.

(Lower position)

Rear: If you use one rear speaker, the impedance of the

speaker must be 8Ω or higher.
If you use two rear speakers, the impedance of each
speaker must be 4Ω or higher.

Center: The impedance of the speaker must be 8Ω or higher.
Main: The impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or

higher.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

4

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SET BEFORE POWER ON

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

(U.S.A. model)

WARNING
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise
this unit may be damaged.

IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE
STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to
either end. If so, set the switch to either end when this unit
is in the standby mode.

*

1

*

2

Rear speaker

CENTERREAR

REAR

SINGLE

REAR

SPEAKERS

Note on connecting only one rear speaker:

You can use only one rear speaker in place of two rear
speakers. For connecting one rear speaker, follow the method
shown on the right.

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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

●

Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminal(s) correctly, referring to the following diagram.

●

Both AM and FM indoor antennas are supplied to this unit. In general, these antennas will provide sufficient signal strength.
Nevertheless, a properly installed outdoor antenna will give clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception
quality only with the indoor antennas, the use of an outdoor antenna may result in improvement.

Connecting the AM loop antenna

* The AM loop antenna should be placed apart from the main unit. The antenna may be hung on a wall.
* The AM loop antenna should be kept connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.

GND terminal

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

Notes

●

When connecting the indoor
FM antenna, insert its
connector into the FM ANT
terminal firmly.

●

If you need an outdoor
FM antenna to improve
FM reception quality, either
300-ohm feeder or coaxial cable may be used. In locations
troubled by electrical interference, a coaxial cable is
preferable.

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

➀

➁

➂

Orient so that the best
reception is obtained.

1 2 3

Outdoor FM antenna

Outdoor AM antenna

AM loop
antenna
(included)

Ground

75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter

75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm feeder

Indoor FM

antenna

(included)

(U.S.A. model)

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CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER

MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNER

CD

PHONO

REAR

LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

1

6789 0 BCEG

I JH

A

FD

23 45

1 STANDBY/ON switch

Press this switch to turn on the power to this unit. Press it
again to turn this unit into the standby mode.

Standby mode
In this state, this unit consumes a very small quantity of
power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control
transmitter.

2 Remote control sensor

Receives signals from the remote control transmitter.

3 Display panel

Shows various information. (For details, refer to page 15.)

4 Input selector buttons

Select a program source to listen to or watch. When a button is
pressed, the name of the selected source appears on the
display.

5 VOLUME control

Used to raise or lower the volume level.

6 PHONES jack

When you listen with headphones privately, connect the
headphones to the PHONES jack and switch off the digital
sound field processor (so that no DSP program name is
illuminated on the display) by pressing the EFFECT button.
You can listen to the sound to be output from the main
speakers through headphones.

PHONES

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English

7 A/B/C/D/E button

Press this button to select a desired group (A–E) of preset
stations.

8 Preset station number selector buttons

Select a preset station number (1 to 8).

9 Tone controls

These controls are effective only for the sound from the main
speakers.

BASS

Used to increase or decrease the low frequency response.
The 0 position produces flat response.

TREBLE

Used to increase or decrease the high frequency response.
The 0 position produces flat response.

0 BALANCE control

This control is effective only for the sound from the main
speakers.
Adjusts the balance of the output volume to the left and right
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by
speaker location or listening room conditions.

A FM/AM button

Press this button to switch the reception band to FM or AM.

B MEMORY (MAN’L/AUTO FM) button

When this button is pressed, the

“

MEMORY” indicator flashes
for about 5 seconds. While the indicator is flashing, select a
desired preset station number by pressing the corresponding
preset station number selector button to enter the displayed
station into the memory.
When this button is held down for more than 3 seconds, the
automatic preset tuning begins. (For details, refer to page 22.)

C EDIT button

This button is used to exchange the places of two preset
stations with each other.

D TUNING DOWN/UP button

Used for tuning. Press the “UP” side to tune in to higher
frequencies, and press the “DOWN” side to tune in to lower
frequencies.

E TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L MONO) button

Press this button to switch the tuning mode to automatic or
manual. To select the automatic tuning mode, press this
button so that the “AUTO TUNING” indicator lights up on the
display. To select the manual tuning mode, press this button
so that the “AUTO TUNING” indicator goes off.

F EFFECT button

Switches on/off the digital sound field processor (including the
Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder).

G PROGRAM selector button

When the built-in digital sound field processor (including the
Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder) is on, this button changes
the currently selected DSP program every time the right or left
side of this button is pressed.

H CENTER MODE button

Selects a center channel output mode (NORM, WIDE or
PHANTOM). (For details, refer to page 16.)

I CENTER LEVEL control

Adjusts the sound output level of the center speaker.

J REAR LEVEL control

Adjusts the sound output level of the rear speakers.

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For Control of This Unit

1 Tuner keys

Control tuner.

+: Selects higher preset station number.
–: Selects lower preset station number.
A/B/C/D/E: Selects the group (A – E) of preset station

numbers.

2 TEST key

Used for speaker balance adjustment. (For details, refer to
page 16–17.)

3 DSP program selector keys

Select a DSP program. When a key is pressed, the name of
selected program lights up on the display.

4 POWER /I key

Turns the power to this unit on and turns this unit into the
standby mode alternately.

5 SLEEP timer key

This unit is automatically turned into the standby mode one hour
after this key is pressed (so that “SLEEP” indicator lights up).
To cancel this function, press this key again so that “SLEEP”
indicator goes off.

6 Input selector keys

Select input source.

7 DELAY TIME +/– keys

Adjust the delay time, or the time difference between the
begining of source sound and the begining of effect sound.
(For details, refer to page 26.)

8 EFFECT key

Switches on/off the digital sound field processor (including the
Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder).

9 VOLUME +/– keys

Turn the volume level up/down.

For Other Component Control

Identify the remote control transmitter keys with your
component’s keys. If these keys are identical, their functions
will be the same. On each key function, refer to the
corresponding instruction on your component’s manual.

1 CD player keys

Control compact disc player.
* DISC SKIP is applicable only to compact disc changer.

2 Tape deck keys

Control tape deck.
* DIR A, DIR B and A/B are applicable only to double

cassette tape deck.

* For a single cassette deck with automatic reverse

function, pressing DIR A will reverse the direction of
tape running.

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

The remote control transmitter supplied to this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of this unit. If the CD
player and tape deck connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility, this remote control
transmitter will also control various functions of each component.

TEST

—

+

DELAY TIME

PHONO

SKIP CD

DISC SKIP

—

+

TUNER

DIR A

A

/

B

TAPE

VCR

REC/PAUSE

—

+

PRESET

DIR B

VIDEO

EFFECT

VOLUME

PRO LOGIC

ROCK

SUR.

HALL

3 STEREO

DSP

SLEEPPOWER

A/B/C/D/E

2

6

8

7

9

4

3

5

1

1

2

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DISPLAY PANEL

1 Multi-information display

Displays various information, for example station frequency,
preset station number and name of selected input source.

2 STEREO indicator

Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal
strength is received.

3 Signal-level meter

Indicates the signal level of the received station.
If multipath interference is detected, the indication decreases.

4 DSP program indicators

The name of a selected DSP program lights up when the built­in digital sound field processor and/or the Dolby Pro Logic
Surround decoder is on.

5 MEMORY indicator

When the MEMORY button is pressed, this indicator flashes
for about 5 seconds. While this indicator is flashing, the
displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using
the A/B/C/D/E button and the preset station number selector
buttons.

6 AUTO TUNING indicator

Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode.

7 TAPE MONITOR indicator

Lights up when the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) is selected
as the input source by pressing the TAPE/MD MONITOR
button.

8 SLEEP indicator

Lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is functioning.

9 Center channel mode indicators

The name of a selected center channel mode lights up only
when a program which uses the Dolby Pro Logic Surround
decoder is selected.

0 TEST indicator

Flashes when the built-in test tone generator is functioning
(when the test-tone is output from speakers).

PRESET

kHz

MHz

MEMORY

AM
FM

TAPE VCR MONITOR

STEREO

0

20

l00

AUTO TUNING

NORMWIDEPHANTOM TEST

SLEEP

PRO LOGIC

3 STEREO

HALL ROCK

ms

1

2

3

4

5

6 7 8 09

16

1

Set to the “∞” position.

2 Turn the power on.

3

Set to the “0” position.

4

5 Select the center channel output mode suitable for your

speaker configuration.
(Refer to “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION” on page 7.)

On the feature of each mode, refer to the “Note” shown
below.

Note

In step 5, when you select a center channel output mode,
note the following.

For 5-speaker configuration)
NORM: Select this mode when you use a center speaker

that is smaller than the main speakers. In this
mode, the bass tone will be output from the main
speakers.

WIDE: Select this mode when you use the center

speaker approximately same sized as the main
speakers.

For 4-speaker configuration)
PHANTOM: Select this mode when you do not use the center

speaker. The center sound will be output from
the left and right main speakers.

SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level balance between the main, center, and rear speakers using the built-in test
tone generator. When this adjustment is made, the sound output level heard at the listening position will be the same from each
speaker. This is important for the best performance of the digital sound field processor and the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder.

BASS TREBLE

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

BALANCE

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

TEST

—

+

DELAY TIME

PHONO

SKIP CD

DISC SKIP

—

+

A/B/C/D/E

TUNER

DIR A

A

/

B

TAPE

VCR

REC/PAUSE

—

+

PRESET

DIR B

VIDEO

EFFECT

VOLUME

PRO LOGIC

ROCK

SUR.

HALL

3 STEREO

DSP

SLEEPPOWER

1

2

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER

MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

3

4

TEST

ORM.WIDEPHANTOM TEST

CONTINUED

CENTER

MODE

NORM

WIDE

PHANTOM

5

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6 Turn up the volume.

You will hear a test tone (like pink noise) from the left main
speaker, then the center speaker, then the right main
speaker, and then the rear speakers, for about two seconds
each. The display changes as shown below.

* The test tone from the left rear speaker and the right

rear speaker will be heard at the same time.

7 Adjust the BALANCE control so that the effect sound

output level of the left main speaker and the right main
speaker are the same.

8 Adjust the sound output levels of the center speaker and

the rear speakers so that they become almost as same
as those of the main speakers.

9 Cancel the test tone.

Notes

●

Once you have completed these adjustments, you can
adjust whole sound level on your audio system by using
the VOLUME control (or the VOLUME keys on the remote
control transmitter) only.

●

If you use external power amplifiers, you may also use
their volume controls to obtain proper balance.

●

In step 5, if the center channel mode is in the
“PHANTOM” position, the sound output level of the center
speaker cannot be adjusted. This is because in this
mode, the center sound is automatically output from the
left and right main speakers.

Front (L)

Rear

(L and R)

Center

Front (R)

Disappears.

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0

REAR

LEVEL

0l0

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER
MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD
MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER
LEVEL

0l0 0l0

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

VOLUME

8

7

6

BALANCE

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

6

9

TEST

—

+

DELAY TIME

PHONO

SKIP CD

DISC SKIP

—

+

A/B/C/D/E

TUNER

DIR A

A

/

B

TAPE

VCR

REC/PAUSE

—

+

PRESET

DIR B

VIDEO

EFFECT

VOLUME

PRO LOGIC

ROCK

SUR.

HALL

3 STEREO

DSP

SLEEPPOWER

TEST

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1

Set to the “∞” position.

2 Turn the power on.

3 Select the desired input source by using the input

selector buttons.

(For video sources, turn the TV/monitor ON.)

* The name of the selected input source will appear on

the display.

4 Play the source. (For detailed information on the tuning

operation, refer to page 20.)

5

Adjust to the desired output level.

6 If desired, adjust the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE

controls (refer to page 19), and use the digital sound
field processor. (Refer to page 25.)

Notes on using the input selector buttons

●

Note that pressing each input selector button selects the
source which is connected to the corresponding input
terminals on the rear panel.

●

The selection of TAPE/MD MONITOR cannot be canceled
by pressing another input selector button. To cancel it,
press TAPE/MD MONITOR again so that the “TAPE
MONITOR” indicator disappears from the display.
When you select a button other than TAPE/MD
MONITOR, make sure that the “TAPE MONITOR”
indicator is not illuminated on the display.

●

If you select the input selector button for a video source
without canceling the selection of TAPE/MD MONITOR,
the playback result will be the video image from the video
source and the sound from the audio tape (or MD etc.).

●

Once you play a video source, its video image will not be
interrupted even if the input selector button for an audio
source is selected.

When you finish using this unit

Press the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel again or
the POWER /I key on the remote control transmitter to turn
this unit into the standby mode.

BASIC OPERATIONS

TO PLAY A SOURCE

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

VOLUME

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

VOLUME

TUNER

CD

PHONO

STANDBY/ON

1, 5

2

6

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER
MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD
MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER
LEVEL

0l0 0l0

3

From page 18 to 26, this manual describes how to operate this unit mainly by using the front panel control parts.
To operate this unit on the remote control transmitter, use the corresponding keys on the remote control transmitter.

6

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English

1 Select the source to be recorded.

2 Play the source and then turn the VOLUME control up

to confirm the input source. (For detailed information
on the tuning operations, refer to the page 20.)

3 Begin recording on the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)

or VCR connected to this unit.

4 If the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) is used for

recording, you can monitor the sounds being recorded
by pressing TAPE/MD MONITOR so that the “TAPE
MONITOR” indicator lights up on the display.

Note
The settings of DSP and the VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE and
BALANCE controls have no effect on the material being

recorded.

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

VOLUME

TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD)

TUNER

CD

PHONO

2

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING
MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER
MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD
MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER
LEVEL

0l0 0l0

14

Adjusting the BALANCE control

Adjust the balance of the output volume to the left and right
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by
speaker location or listening room conditions.

Note

This control is effective only for the sound from the main
speakers.

Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE
controls

BASS : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-

clockwise to decrease) the low frequency
response.

TREBLE : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-

clockwise to decrease) the high frequency
response.

Note

These controls are effective only for the sound from the main
speakers.

BALANCE

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

BASS TREBLE

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

TUNER PHONO

VCR

20

1 Select “TUNER” as the input source.

2 Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on

the display.

3

4 Tune to a desired station manually.

* To continue tuning search, hold down the button.

1 Select “TUNER” as the input source.

2 Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on

the display.

3

4 To tune to a higher frequency, press the right side

once.
To tune to a lower frequency, press the left side once.

* If the station where tuning search stops is not the desired

one, press the button again.

* If the tuning search does not stop at the desired station

(because the signals of the station are weak), change it to
the MANUAL TUNING method.

TUNING OPERATIONS

Normally, if station signals are strong and there is no interference, quick automatic-search tuning (AUTOMATIC TUNING) is
possible. However, if signals of the station you want to select are weak, you must tune to it manually (MANUAL TUNING).

Note

If you tune to an FM station manually, it is received in monaural
mode automatically to increase the signal quality.

AUT OMA TIC TUNING MANUAL TUNING

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN’L MONO

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN’L MONO

DOWN

TUNING

UP

DOWN

TUNING

UP

Turn the “AUTO
TUNING” indicator off.

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STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER

MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

34

FM/AM

or

AM

FM

TUNER

CD

PHONO

TUNER

CD

PHONO

AUTO TUNING

FM/AM

or

AM

FM

21

English

1 Tune to a desired station.

(Refer to the previous page for tuning procedure.)

2 Select a desired group (A – E) of preset stations

confirming it on the display.

3

4 Select a preset station number where you want to

program the station before the “MEMORY” indicator
goes off from the display.

* In the same way, program other stations to A2, A3 ... A8.
* You can program more stations to preset station numbers

of other groups in the same way by selecting other groups
in step 2.

11 Select the group of preset stations.

22 Select the preset station number.

Notes

• A new setting can be programmed in place of the former

one.

• For presets, the setting of the reception mode (stereo or

monaural) is stored along with the station frequency.

Memory back-up

The memory back-up circuit prevents the programmed data
from being lost even if this unit is turned into the standby
mode or the power plug is disconnected from the AC outlet or
the power is cut due to temporary power failure. If, however,
the power is cut for more than one week, the memory may be
erased. If so, it can be re-programmed by simply following
the PRESET TUNING steps.

MANUAL PRESET TUNING

This unit can store station frequencies selected by tuning operation. With this function, you can recall any desired station only by
selecting the preset station number where it is stored. Up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) can be stored.

PRESET TUNING

To store stations

To recall a preset station

2, 11 34, 22

MAN’L/AUTO FM

MEMORY

MEMORY

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET

Flashes on and off for
about 5 seconds.

PRESET

MHz

FM

STEREO

0

20

l00

AUTO TUNING

PRO LOGIC

3 STEREO

HALL ROCK

Shows the displayed station has been
programmed to A1.

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER
MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

PRESET

PRESET

22

1

2

3

To tune to higher frequencies, press right side once.
To tune to lower frequencies, press left side once.
* If the TUNING button is not pressed, in a while, the

automatic preset tuning begins automatically toward higher
frequencies.

The automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency
currently displayed. Received stations are programmed to
A1, A2 ... A8 sequentially.
* If more than 8 stations are received, they are also

programmed to the preset station numbers of other groups
(B, C, D and E) in that order.

If you want to store the first station received by the
automatic preset tuning to a desired preset station
number;

If, for example, you want to store the first received station to
C5, select “C5” by using the A/B/C/D/E button and the preset
station number selector buttons after pressing the MEMORY
button in step 2. Then press the TUNING button. The first
received station is stored to C5, and next stations to C6, C7 ...
sequentially.
If stations are stored up to E8, the automatic preset tuning will
be finished automatically.

When the automatic preset tuning is finished;

The display shows the frequency of the last preset station.
Check the contents and the number of preset stations by
following the procedure of the section “To recall a preset
station” on page 21.

To recall a preset station

Simply follow the procedure of the section “To recall a preset
station” on page 21.

Notes

●

You can replace a preset station by another FM or AM
station manually by simply following the procedure of the
section “To store stations” on page 21.

●

If the number of received stations is not enough to be stored
up to E8, the search will be finished automatically after
searching all frequencies.

●

With this function, only FM stations with sufficient signal
strength are stored automatically. If the station you want to
program is weak in signal strength, tune to it in monaural
manually and program it by following the procedure of the
section “To store stations” on page 21.

AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING

You can make use of an automatic preset tuning function for FM stations. With this function, this unit performs automatic tuning and
stores FM stations with strong signals sequentially. Up to 40 stations are stored automatically in the same way as in the manual
preset tuning method on page 21.

To store stations

Press and hold for
about 3 seconds.

FM/AM

MAN’L/AUTO FM

MEMORY

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER

MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

132

Flashes.

DOWN

TUNING

UP

FM

PRESET

MEMORY

AUTO TUNING

AM

FM

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EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS

You can exchange the places of two preset stations with each other as shown below.

Example)

If you want to shift the preset station on E1 to A5, and vice
versa.

1 Recall the preset station on E1 (by following the method

of “To recall a preset station” on page 21).

2

3 Recall the preset station on A5 by following the same

method as in step 1.

4

Shows the exchange of stations is completed.

Flashes.

Flashes.

EDIT

EDIT

MEMORY

PRESET

MEMORY

PRESET

2, 4

STANDBY/ON

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

PHONES

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

VOLUME

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

LR

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

55

4

3

2

l0l

2

3

4

FM/AM

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

CENTER
MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

EFFECT

MEMORY

EDIT

PROGRAM

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TAPE/MD
MONITOR

VIDEOVCR

TUNERCDPHONO

REAR
LEVEL

CENTER
LEVEL

0l0 0l0

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Brief Overview of Digital Sound Field Programs

The following list gives you a brief description of the sound fields produced by each of the DSP programs. Keep in mind that most of
these are precise digital recreations of actual acoustic environments. The data for these sound fields was recorded at actual
locations using sophisticated sound field measurement equipment.

Note
The channel level balance between the left and right rear effect speakers may vary depending on the sound field you are
listening in. This is due to the fact that most of these sound field recreations are actual acoustic environments.

PROGRAM FEATURE

This program is used for playback of sources encoded with Dolby Surround.

PRO LOGIC Dialog is oriented on the screen and effect sounds are effectively located on the left front, right front and

rear surround sides respectively as the movie sound creater designed.
This program is effective not only for playback of sources encoded with Dolby Surround, but also for

sources not encoded with Dolby Surround or TV programs encoded with 2-channel stereo sound. With this

3 STEREO program, 2-channel stereo sound is converted into 3-channels (left front, center and right front), so dialog

is emphasized on the center position by the use of the center speaker. As no sound is output from the rear
speakers, this program is also effective in a simple Audio/Video system without rear speakers.

HALL

In this program, the center will appear to be deep behind the main speakers, creating an expansive large
hall ambience. Orchestra and opera music are suited for this sound field.

ROCK This program is ideally suited for rock music. You will experience a very dynamic or lively sound field.

USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)

This unit incorporates a sophisticated digital sound field processor. The processor allows you to electronically expand and change
the shape of the audio sound field from both audio and video sources, creating a theater-like experience in your listening room.
In addition, this unit incorporates a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder for multi-channel sound reproduction of sources encoded with
Dolby Surround. The operation of the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder can be controlled by selecting a corresponding DSP
program.
You can create an excellent audio sound field by selecting a suitable sound field program (this will, of course, depend on what you
will be listening to), and adding desired adjustments.

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1 Follow steps 1 – 5 shown in “BASIC OPERATIONS” on

page 18.

2 Select the desired program that is suitable for the

source.

On the remote control On the front panel:
transmiter:

a)

Turn on the DSP so that a
program name lights up on
the display.

b)

Select a desired program
confirming it on the display.

The selected program name is shown on the display.

3 If desired, adjust the delay time and the output level of

each speaker. (For details, refer to the corresponding
descriptions on page 26.)

Notes

●

Program selection can be made to individual input sources.
Once you select a program, it is linked with the input source
selected at that time. So, when you select the input source
the next time, the same program will be automatically called.

●

If you prefer to cancel the DSP, press the EFFECT button.
The sound will be the normal 2-channel stereo without
surround sound effect.

●

When HALL or ROCK is selected, no sound is heard from
the center speaker.

●

When a monaural sound source is played with PRO
LOGIC, no sound is heard from the rear speakers.

●

When PRO LOGIC is selected, if the main-source
sound is considerably altered by overadjustment of the
BASS or TREBLE control, the relationship between the
center and rear channels may produce an unnatural effect.

Playing a source with an effect of the digital sound field processor (DSP)

2

2

PRO LOGIC

EFFECT

PROGRAM

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

A/B/C/D/E

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

BASS TREBLE BALANCE

l0l

l0l

2

2

2

3

4

55

2

3

3

3

4

4

4

55

l0l

2

2

3

3

4

4

55

LR

TAPE/MD

MONITOR

TUNERCDPHONO

FM/AM

DOWN

MEMORY

EDIT

MAN'L/AUTO FM

TUNING

UP

TUNING
MODE

AUTO/MAN'L MONO

EFFECT

PROGRAM

CENTER

VOLUME

l6

20

28

40

60

–dB

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0 0l0

l2

8

4

2

0

REAR
LEVEL

VIDEOVCR

MODE

DISC SKIP

—

PRESET

DIR A

REC/PAUSE

TEST

PRO LOGIC

HALL

SKIP CD

A/B/C/D/E

+

DIR B

A

/

B

—

DELAY TIME

3 STEREO

DSP

SUR.

ROCK

—

SLEEPPOWER

VOLUME

PHONO

TUNER

TAPE

VIDEO

VCR

+

EFFECT

+

3 STEREO

PRO LOGIC

HALL

SUR.

ROCK

PRO LOGIC

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If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the center
speaker even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER

BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on page 17.

Note

This adjustment is useful only when the digital sound field
program PRO LOGIC or 3 STEREO is selected.

If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the rear
speakers even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER

BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on page 17.

Note

This adjustment is useful only when the digital sound field
program PRO LOGIC, ROCK or HALL is selected.

You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of
the sound from the main speakers and the beginning of the
effect sound from the rear speakers.
The larger the value, the later the effect sound is generated.
This adjustment can be made to all programs (except 3
STEREO) individually.

Control range: 15, 20, 25, 30 milliseconds
Preset value

PRO LOGIC: 25 milliseconds
HALL: 20 milliseconds
ROCK: 15 milliseconds

This adjustment can be made only by using the remote control
transmitter.

Notes

●

When 3 STEREO is selected, this adjustment cannot
be made.

●

Adding too much delay will cause an unnatural effect with
some sources.

●

The value of the delay time you last set will remain
memorized even when this unit is in the standby mode.
However, if the power cord is kept disconnected for more
than one week, these values will be automatically changed
back to the original factory settings.

●

When the DELAY TIME key is pressed, the sound may be
momentarily interrupted.

Adjustment of the CENTER LEVEL

Adjustment of the REAR LEVEL

CENTER

LEVEL

0l0

REAR

LEVEL

0l0

Adjustment of DELAY TIME

+

—

DELAY TIME

Adjustable

FM

20

ms

NORM WIDE

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Amplifier

FM

AM

Others

Remote control

transmitter

If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple
measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and
contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help.

SYMPTOM

The unit fails to turn on when the STANDBY/ON
switch is pressed, or turns into the standby
mode suddenly soon after the power is turned
on.

It happens that this unit does not work
normally.

No sound or no picture.

The sound suddenly goes off.

Only one side speaker outputs the sound.

Sound “hums”.

The volume level is low while playing a record.

The volume level cannot be increased, or
sound is distorted.

No sound from the rear speakers.

No sound from the center speaker.

FM stereo reception is noisy.

There is distortion and clear reception cannot
be obtained even with a good FM antenna.

A desired station cannot be tuned in with the
automatic tuning method.

Previously preset stations can no longer be
tuned in.

A desired station cannot be tuned in with the
automatic tuning method.

There are continuous crackling and hissing
noises.

There are buzzing and whining noises
(especially in the evening).

The remote control transmitter does not work.

The sound is degraded when listening with the
headphones connected to the compact disc
player or cassette deck that is connected with
this unit.

CAUSE

Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely
inserted.

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the rear
panel is not set to either end.

There is an influence of strong external noise
(lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or a
misoperation on this unit while using this unit.

Incorrect output cord connections.

Appropriate input source is not selected.

Speaker connections are not secure.
The protection circuit has been activated because

of short circuit etc.
The SLEEP timer has functioned.
Incorrect setting of the BALANCE control.
Incorrect cord connections.

Incorrect cord connections.

No connection from the turntable to the GND
terminal.

The record is being played on a turntable with an
MC cartridge.

The component connected to the REC terminals of
this unit is turned off.

The sound output level to the rear speakers is set
to minimum.

The monaural sound source is played when
PRO LOGIC is selected.

The sound output level to the center speaker is set
to minimum.

The center channel mode is in PHANTOM mode.
Incorrect sound field program selection.
Because of the characteristics of FM stereo

broadcasts, this is limited to cases where the
transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is
poor.

There is multipath interference.

The station is too weak.

This unit has been unplugged for a long period.

Weak signal or loose antenna connections.

Noises result from ligtning, fluorescent lamps,
motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment.

A television set is being used nearby.

Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of
fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control
sensor of the main unit.

The batteries of this remote control transmitter are
too weak.

This unit is in the standby mode.

REMEDY

Firmly plug in the power cord.

Set the switch to either end when this unit is in the
standby mode.

Turn this unit into the standby mode and disconnect
the AC power cord from the AC outlet. After about
30 seconds pass, connect the power and operate
this unit again.

Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists,
the cords may be defective.

Select an appropriate input source with the input
selector buttons.

Secure the connections.
Turn this unit into the standby mode, and then turn

on to reset the protection circuit.
Cancel the SLEEP timer function.
Adjust it to the appropriate position.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists,

the cords may be defective.
Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem

persists, the cords may be defective.
Make the GND connection between the turntable

and this unit.
The player should be connected to the unit through

the MC head amplifier.
Turn the power to the component on.

Raise the sound output level to the rear speakers.

Select another program suitable for the monaural
sound source.

Raise the sound output level to the center speaker.

Select NORM or WIDE.
Select the appropriate program.
Check the antenna connections.

Try using a high quality directional FM antenna.
Set the TUNING MODE button to the manual tuning
mode.

Adjust antenna placement to eliminate multipath
interference.

Use the manual tuning method.
Use a high quality directional FM antenna.

Repeat the presetting procedure.

Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and
rotate it for best reception.

Use the manual tuning method.
Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This

will help somewhat but it is difficult to eliminate all
the noises.

Relocate this unit away from the TV.

Change the position of the main unit.

Replace the batteries with new ones.

Turn the power to this unit on.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION

Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel
Main L, R

8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.04% THD

......................................................50W+50W

Center

8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.04% THD

.....................50W

Rear

8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.04% THD....................20W

Maximum Power (EIAJ) [China and General
models only]

8 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD

Main L, R....................................75W+75W

Center..................................................75W

Rear ....................................................30W

Dynamic Power per Channel
(by IHF Dynamic Headroom measuring
method)

8/6/4/2 ohms

[U.S.A. and Canada models]

..........................................80/95/120/140W

[Europe, Australia, China and General

models] ...........................80/100/120/135W

DIN Standard Output Power per Channel

[Europe model only]

4 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7% THD ...................75W

Dynamic Headroom (8 ohms)

[U.S.A. and Canada models only]

...........................................................2.04 dB

IEC Power [Europe model only]

8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.1% THD......................60W

Power Band Width

8 ohms, 25W, 0.1% THD

.............................................10 Hz to 50 kHz

Damping Factor

8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz

...............50 or more

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

PHONO MM......................2.5 mV/50 k-ohms

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR

.........................................150 mV/50 k-ohms

Maximum Input Signal

PHONO MM

1 kHz, 0.5% THD............................100 mV

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR (EFFECT OFF)

1 kHz, 0.5% THD.................................2.5V

Output Level/Impedance

REC OUT........................150 mV/2.5 k-ohms

Headphones Jack Rated Output/Impedance

Output Level (8 ohms, 0.04% THD) .....0.45V

Impedance .....................................330 ohms

Frequency Response (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR

..............0±0.5 dB

RIAA Equalization Deviation

PHONO MM....................................0±0.5 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

PHONO MM to REC OUT

1V......................................................0.02%

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR

to SP OUT

30W/8 ohms......................................0.03%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network)

PHONO MM to REC OUT

(5 mV Input Shorted)..........................80 dB

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR

to SP OUT

(Shorted)............................................93 dB

Residual Noise (IHF-A Network)

MAIN L/R............................................140 µV

Channel Separation (Vol. –30 dB, EFFECT
OFF)

PHONO MM

(Input Shorted, 1 kHz)........................60 dB

CD/TAPE·MD/VIDEO/VCR

(Input 5.1 k-ohms Terminated, 1 kHz)

...........................................................60 dB

Tone Control Characteristics

BASS: Boost/cut...............±10 dB (50 Hz)

Turnover Frequency...........350 Hz

TREBLE: Boost/cut.............±10 dB (20 kHz)

Turnover Frequency..........3.5 kHz

Gain Tracking Error (0 to –60 dB).............3 dB

VIDEO SECTION

Video Signal Level ..................1 Vp-p/75 ohms

Maximum Input Level ............1.5 Vp-p or more

Signal-to-Noise Ratio.................50 dB or more

Monitor Out Frequency Response

.....................................5 Hz to 10 MHz, –3 dB

FM SECTION

Tuning Range

[U.S.A. and Canada models]

..........................................87.5 to 107.9 MHz

[Europe, Australia, China and General

models]..............................87.5 to 108.0 MHz

50 dB Quieting Sensitivity (IHF, 75 ohms)

[U.S.A., Canada, Australia, China and
General models only]

Mono...............................1.55 µV (15.1 dBf)

Stereo................................21 µV (37.7 dBf)

Usable Sensitivity (75 ohms)

[Europe and Australia models only]

DIN, Mono (S/N 26 dB)......................0.9 µV

DIN, Stereo (S/N 46 dB).....................24 µV

Image Response Ratio

[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models]

..............................................................45 dB

[Europe and Australia models] .............80 dB

IF Response Ratio

[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models]

..............................................................70 dB

[Europe and Australia models] .............80 dB

Spurious Response Ratio.........................70 dB

AM Suppression Ratio

[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models]

..............................................................55 dB

[Europe and Australia models] .............50 dB

Capture Ratio ..........................................1.5 dB

Alternate Channel Selectivity

[

U.S.A., Canada, China and General models

only] .......................................................85 dB

Selectivity (two signals, 40 kHz Dev.

±300

kHz)

[Europe and Australia models only]

...............................................................70 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

(IHF) Mono/Stereo

[U.S.A., Canada, China and General

models] .....................................80 dB/75 dB

(DIN-Weighted, 40 kHz Dev.) Mono/Stereo

[

Europe and Australia models

]

..................................................75 dB/70 dB

Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz)

[U.S.A., Canada

, Australia,

China and

General models]

Mono/Stereo...................................0.1/0.2%

[

Europe model

]

Mono/Stereo (40 kHz Dev.)............0.1/0.2%

Stereo Separation (1 kHz)

[U.S.A., Canada

, Australia,

China and

General models

]...................................50 dB

[

Europe model (40 kHz Dev.)]..............50 dB

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 15 kHz..............................0 ±1.5 dB

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AM SECTION

Tuning Range

[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models]

.............................................530 to 1,710 kHz

[

Europe and Australia models

]

.............................................531 to 1,611 kHz

Usable Sensitivity..............................100 µV/m

Selectivity................................................32 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio..............................50 dB

Image Response Ratio ...........................40 dB

Spurious Response Ratio.......................50 dB

Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz).....................0.3%

AUDIO SECTION

Output Level/Impedance

FM (100% mod., 1 kHz)

[U.S.A., Canada

, Australia,

China and

General models]............500 mV/2.2 k-ohms

[

Europe model

(40 kHz Dev.)]

......................................400 mV/2.2 k-ohms

AM (30% mod., 1 kHz)

.........................................150 mV/2.2 k-ohms

GENERAL

Power Supply

[U.S.A. and Canada models]

..............................................AC 120V, 60 Hz

[Europe model]......................AC 230V, 50 Hz

[Australia model]...................AC 240V, 50 Hz

[China and General models]

....................AC 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption

[U.S.A. model] ......................................190W

[Canada model]....................................210W

[Europe, Australia, China and General

models].................................................200W

Maximum Power Consumption [General model
only] (

8 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, When 4

channels are driven:)

...............................410W

AC Outlets

2 SWITCHED OUTLETS

[U.S.A., Canada, Europe, China and

General models]................100W max. total

1 SWITCHED OUTLET

[Australia model]................100W max. total

Dimensions (W x H x D)

.........................................435 x 151 x 345 mm

(17-1/8” x 5-15/16” x 13-9/16”)

Weight............................8.0 kg (17 lbs. 10 oz.)

Accessories........................Indoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna

Remote control transmitter

Batteries

Antenna adapter

(U.S.A. and Canada models only)

Specifications are subject to change without
notice.

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