Yamaha RV-703 Owners manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

BRUKSANVISNING

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

Natural Sound AV Receiver

Récepteur audiovisuel

Natural Sound AV-Receiver

Natural Sound AV-receiver

Sintonizzatore AV a suono naturale

Receptor AV de Sonido Natural

Natural Sound AV Ontvanger

R-V703
R-V503

G

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Indoor FM Antenna

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Antenne FM intérieure

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UKW-Innenantenne

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FM inomhusantenn

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Antenna FM interna

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Antena FM interior

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FM Binnenantenne

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AM Loop Antenna

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Cadre-antenne AM

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MW-Rahmenantenne

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AM ramantenn

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Antenna AM ad anello

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Antena de cuadro de AM

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AM Lusantenne

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

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Adaptateur d’antenne
(Modèles pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada seulement)

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Antennenadapter (nur USA- und Kanada-Modell)

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Antennadapter (Modell för USA och Canada)

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Adattatore per antenna
(Solo modelli per gli USA e la Canada)

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Adaptador de antena
(Modelos para EE.UU. y Canadá sólo)

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Antenne adapter
(Alleen modellen voor U.S.A. en Canada)

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Remote Control Transmitter

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Télécommande

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Fernbedienung

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Fjärrkontroll

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Telecomando

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Transmisor de control remoto

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Afstandbediening

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Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

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Piles (taille AA, R6, UM-3)

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Batterien (Größe AA, R6, UM-3)

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Batterier (storlek AA, R6, UM-3)

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Batterie (dimensioni AA, R6, UM-3)

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Pilas (tamaño AA, R6, UM-3)

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Batterijen (maat AA, R6, UM-3)

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

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After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.

ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS

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Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses.

MITGELIEFERTE ZUBEHÖRTEILE

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Nach dem Auspacken überprüfen, ob die folgenden Teile vorhanden sind.

MEDFÖLJANDE TILLBEHÖR

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Kontrollera efter det apparaten packats upp att följande delar finns med.

ACCESSORI IN DOTAZIONE

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Verificare che tutte le parti seguenti siano contenute nell’imballaggio dell’apparecchio.

ACCESORIOS INCLUIDOS

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Desembalar el aparato y verificar que los siguientes accesorios están en la caja.

BIJGELEVERDE ACCESSOIRES

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Controleer na het uitpakken of de volgende onderdelen voorhanden zijn.

2CH
/6CH

REC/PAUSE

DIR BDIR A

PLAY

DISC

VOLUME

PLAY

PRESET

A/B/C/D/E

–+

TESTDELAY TIME

EFFECT

PROGRAM

PROLOGIC

ENHANCED

–+

SLEEP

TAPE

A/B

ON/OFF

TUNER

CD

PHONO

VIDEO

VCR

POWER /I

REC/PAUSE

DIR BDIR A

PLAY

DISC

POWER /I

VOLUME

PLAY

PRESET

A/B/C/D/E

–+

TIME/

LEVEL

TEST

EFFECT

PROGRAM

PROLOGIC

ENHANCED

–+

SLEEP

TAPE

A/B

ON/OFF

2CH

/6CH

TUNER

CD

PHONO

DELAY/CENTER

/REAR/SWFR

DVD/LD

VCR

TV/DBS

R-V703 R-V503

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English

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5 Speaker Configuration

R-V703

Main: 80W + 80W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.09% THD,

1 kHz

Center: 80W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.09% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.09% THD, 1 kHz

R-V503

Main:

<U.S.A. model>

70W + 70W (8Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.09% THD, 1 kHz

<Europe, Canada, Australia,

China and General models

>

60W + 60W (8Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.09% THD, 1 kHz

Center: <U.S.A. model>

70W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.09% THD, 1 kHz

<Europe, Canada, Australia,

China and General models

>

60W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.09% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.09% THD, 1 kHz

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Digital Sound Field Processor

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Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder

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Theater-like Sound Experience by the
Combination of Dolby Pro Logic and
YAMAHA DSP Technology (CINEMA DSP)

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Automatic Input Balance Control for
Dolby Pro Logic Surround

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Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker
Balance Adjustment

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3 Center Channel Modes
(NORMAL/WIDE/PHANTOM)

● 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning

● Automatic Preset Tuning

● Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset

Editing)

● IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning

System

● 6-Channel Discrete Input Terminals for

Connecting with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)
Decoder

● Video Signal Input/Output Capability

● SLEEP Timer

● Remote Control Capability

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV receiver.

FEATURES

CONTENTS

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 ........16

SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..........22

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................25

TUNING OPERATIONS ................................29

PRESET TUNING .........................................30

USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD

PROCESSOR (DSP) ....................................33

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................37

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................38

SPECIFICATIONS .........................................39

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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.AC outlet

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.

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of this unit in the space
below.

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.

WARNING

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

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.

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 closely. If so, set the switch to either end closely.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

(Europe model)

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B

:16ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

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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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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.

1

3

2

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

30°

30°

Remote control
sensor

Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)

R-V503

R-V703

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

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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 wide range of listening environments –movie theater, concert hall, and so on.
In addition, you 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 lets you 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 a variety of venues such as an actual concert
hall, theater, etc. to allow you to accurately recreate one of
several actual live performance environments, all 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
Surround movie 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 channels (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 the sound track of pre-recorded
video tapes, laser discs, 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
distributes the surround-sound effects.

This Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder employs a digital
signal processing system. This system improves the stability of
sound at each channel and minimizes crosstalk between
channels, so that positioning of sounds around the room is
more accurate compared with conventional analog signal
processing systems.
In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance
control. This always assures you the best performance without
manual adjustment.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround + DSP

Dolby Surround sound system shows its full ability in a large
movie theater, because movie sounds are originally designed
to be reproduced in a large movie theater using many
speakers. It is difficult to create a sound environment similar to
that of a movie theater in your listening room, because the
room size, materials of inside walls, the number of speakers,
etc. of your listening room is much different from those of a
movie theater.
Yamaha DSP technology made it possible to present you with
nearly the same sound experience as that of a large movie
theater in your listening room by compensating for lack of
presence and dynamics in your listening room with its original
digital sound fields combined with Dolby Surround sound field.

The combination of Dolby Pro Logic Surround and DSP is used
on the sound field program “ PRO LOGIC ENHANCED”.

The YAMAHA “CINEMA DSP” logo indicates these programs are
created by the combination of Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA
DSP technology.

CINEMA DSP

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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 may omit the center speaker. (Refer to the “4-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 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 DOLBY PRO LOGIC or
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED is selected, conversations
will be output from the center speaker and the ambience will be
excellent.

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

position. (For details, refer to page 23.)

4-Speaker Configuration

The center speaker is not used in this configuration. If the
program DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED is selected, the center sound is output from the
left and the right main speakers. However, the sound effect of
other programs can be 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 23.)

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 L Center Front R

Dialogue

Surround sound

Dialogue

Surround sound

Rear L

Rear R

Front L Front R

Dialogue

Surround sound

Dialogue

Surround sound

Rear L Rear R

Front R

Center

Front L

TV set

Rear R

Rear L

Main L

Main R

Main L

Main R

Main L

Main R

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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, 2, 3, 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 the next page.

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

MONITOR OUT

DVD/LD TV/DBS

IN OUT

VCR

IN OUT

VCR

PHONO

CD

DVD/LD TV/DBS

TAPEPBREC

OUT

1

3 4

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B

:16ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DVD/LD
TV/DBS

MAIN

R L

SURROUND

R L

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

6CH

DISCRETE

INPUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

TAPE

/MD

AUDIO SIGNAL

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING

.

MAIN

A

B

CENTER

REAR

(SURROUND)

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

SPEAKERS

GND

OUTPUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

OUTPUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

(Europe model)

To AC outlet

Turntable

LD player,
DVD player, etc.

Video cassette recorder

TV/Satellite tuner

Tape deck,
MD recorder, etc.

CD player

Monitor TV

*

2

*

1

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AC OUTLETS (SWITCHED)

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.

*

1

*

2

R-V503

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

IN OUT

VCR

PHONO

CD

VIDEO

TAPEPBREC

OUT

1

3 4

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B

:16ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

VIDEO

MAIN

R L

SURROUND

R L

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

6CH

DISCRETE

INPUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

TAPE

/MD

AUDIO SIGNAL

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING

.

MAIN

A

B

CENTER

REAR

(SURROUND)

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

SPEAKERS

GND

OUTPUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

LINE OUT

LINE IN

OUTPUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

(Europe model)

To AC outlet

Turntable

LD player,
DVD player, etc.

Video cassette recorder

Tape deck,
MD recorder, etc.

CD player

Monitor TV

*

2

*

1

*

1

,

*

2

: See below.

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Connecting with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder

If you have a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit or an LD player etc. which incorporates a Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder, its discrete
outputs can be connected to this unit.

Notes for R-V703

• The laserdisc player (or another unit) must be also

connected to the DVD/LD (or TV/DBS) AUDIO SIGNAL input
terminals of this unit for playing a source with the Dolby Pro
Logic Surround decoded or in normal stereo (or monaural).

• The discrete signals input to this unit cannot be recorded by

a tape deck, MD recorder or VCR. To record a source played
on the laserdisc player (or another unit), it must be
connected to the DVD/LD (or TV/DBS) AUDIO/VIDEO
SIGNAL input terminals of this unit.

• If you made no connection to the SUBWOOFER input

terminal of this unit or you will not use a subwoofer, you
should make a setting for distributing signals at the LFE
channel to the right and left MAIN output terminals on the
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual for the Dolby Digital
(AC-3) Decoder unit.

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

MONITOR OUT

DVD/LD TV/DBS

IN OUT

VCR

IN OUT

VCR

PHONO

CD

DVD/LD TV/DBS

TAPEPBREC

OUT

1

3 4

DVD/LD
TV/DBS

MAIN

R L

SURROUND

R L

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

6CH

DISCRETE

INPUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

TAPE

/MD

AUDIO SIGNAL

AC-3 RF
OUT

AC-3 RF
IN

DIGITAL
IN

DIGITAL
OUT

VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT

6CH DISCRETE OUTPUT

CENTER SURROUNDMAIN

SUB

WOOFER

Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit

RF Demodulator

Laserdisc player with AC-3 RF output or
another unit with AC-3 RF output

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Notes for R-V503

• The laserdisc player (or another unit) must be also

connected to the VIDEO AUDIO SIGNAL input terminals of
this unit for playing a source with the Dolby Pro Logic
Surround decoded or in normal stereo (or monaural).

• The discrete signals input to this unit cannot be recorded by

a tape deck, MD recorder or VCR. To record a source played
on the laserdisc player (or another unit), it must be
connected to the VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO SIGNAL input
terminals of this unit.

• If you made no connection to the SUBWOOFER input

terminal of this unit or you will not use a subwoofer, you
should make a setting for distributing signals at the LFE
channel to the right and left MAIN output terminals on the
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual for the Dolby Digital
(AC-3) Decoder unit.

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

IN OUT

VCR

PHONO

CD

VIDEO

TAPEPBREC

OUT

1

3 4

VIDEO

MAIN

R L

SURROUND

R L

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

6CH

DISCRETE

INPUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

TAPE

/MD

AUDIO SIGNAL

AC-3 RF
OUT

AC-3 RF
IN

DIGITAL
IN

DIGITAL
OUT

VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT

6CH DISCRETE OUTPUT

CENTER SURROUNDMAIN

SUB

WOOFER

Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit

RF Demodulator

Laserdisc player with AC-3 RF output or
another unit with AC-3 RF output

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CONNECTING SPEAKERS

CENTER

REAR

(SURROUND)

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

REAR

CENTER

CD

DUAL

SINGLE

CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING

.

MAIN

A

B

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

6

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:3Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

REAR

CENTER

MAIN

8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

DUAL:4Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B:8Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B

:16ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

SPEAKERS

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

Rear speaker Rear speaker

Center speaker

Main speakers B

Left

Right

Left

Right

Main speakers A

Subwoofer system

Left

Right

Note

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

Note on main speaker connections:

One or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit. If
you use only one speaker system, connect it to either the

SPEAKERS A or B terminals.

Note on a subwoofer connection:

You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce low frequencies
or to output low bass sound from the subwoofer channel when
reproducing discrete signals.
Connect the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal of this unit to
the INPUT terminal of the subwoofer amplifier, and connect the
speaker terminals of the subwoofer amplifier to the subwoofer.
With some subwoofers, including the Yamaha Active Servo
Processing Subwoofer System, the amplifier and subwoofer
are in the same unit.

Note on center speaker connection:

One or two center speakers can be connected to this unit. If
you cannot place the center speaker on or under the TV, it is
recommended to use two center speakers and place them on
both sides of the TV to orient the center sound at the center
position. For connecting two center speakers, follow the
method shown below.

REAR

CENTER

CD

DUAL

SINGLE

Center speaker

Center speaker

(Europe model)

<Canada, China and General models only>

Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert the
Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal.

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English

For connecting to the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals

Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)

➀

Unscrew the knob.

➁

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

➂

Tighten the knob 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

1

2

3

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.