Yamaha Audio DSP-A492 User Manual

DSP-A592
DSP-A492

Natural Sound AV Amplifier

Amplificateur audiovisuel “Son Naturel”

Natural Sound AV-Verstärker

Natural Sound AV-förstärkare

Amplificatore AV a suono naturale

Amplificador AV de Sonido Natural

Natural Sound AV Versterker

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

BRUKSANVISNING

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

REC/PAUSE

DIR BDIR A

PLAY

DISC

POWER VOLUME

PLAY

PRESET

A/B/C/D/E

–+

TIME/
LEVEL

TEST

EFFECT

PROGRAM

PROLOGIC

ENHANCED

–+

SLEEP

TAPE

A/B

ON/OFF

TUNER

CD

PHONO

DELAY/CENTER

/REAR

DVD/LD

VCR

TV/DBS

REC/PAUSE

DIR BDIR A

PLAY

DISC

POWER VOLUME

PLAY

PRESET

A/B/C/D/E

–+

TIME/
LEVEL

TEST

EFFECT

PROGRAM

PROLOGIC

ENHANCED

–+

SLEEP

TAPE

A/B

ON/OFF

TUNER

CD

PHONO

DELAY/CENTER

/REAR/SWFR

2CH/6CH

TV/DBS

VCRV–AUX DVD/LD

ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS
MITGELIEFERTE ZUBEHORTEILE
MEDFOLJANDE TILLBEHOR
ACCESSORI IN DOTAZIONE
ACCESORIOS INCLUIDOS
BIJGELEVERDE ACCESSOIRES

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After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.

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

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

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

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

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

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Controleer na het uitpakken of de volgende onderdelen voorhanden zijn.

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Remote Control Transmitter

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Emetteur de télécommande

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Fernbedienungsgeber

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Fjärrkontrollsändare

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Telecomando

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Transmisor del control remoto

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Afstandbediening

DSP-A592 DSP-A492

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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)

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FEATURES

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV Amplifier.

English

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5 Speaker Configuration

DSP-A592

Main: 70W + 70W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: 70W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.07% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 35W + 35W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.3% THD, 1 kHz

DSP-A492

Main: 65W + 65W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: 65W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.09% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.7% 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)

● Video Signal Input/Output Capability

● SLEEP Timer

● Remote Control Capability

DSP-A592 only

● BASS EXTENSION Switch for Reinforcing

Bass Response

● 6-Channel Discrete Input Terminals for

Connecting with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)
Decoder

● Two S VIDEO Output and One S VIDEO

Input T erminals

● Auxiliary Audio and Video Input Terminals

(Including a S VIDEO Terminal) on the
Front Panel

CONTENTS

Supplied Accessories ......................................2

Caution ............................................................4

Notes about the Remote Control Transmitter

........................................................................5

Profile of This Unit ...........................................6

Speaker Setup ................................................7

Connections ....................................................8

Controls and Their Functions ........................15

Speaker Balance Adjustment ........................20

Basic Operations ...........................................23

Using Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP)

......................................................................27

Setting the SLEEP Timer ..............................31

Troubleshooting .............................................32

Specifications ................................................33

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CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

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

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

2. Install this 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. Make 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 “–

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

” before starting

∞

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 disconnect the antenna cable when there is an
electrical storm.

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 U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug
supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an
appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the
instructions described below.
Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be
destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if
engaged in a live socket outlet.

Special Instructions for U.K. Model

IMPORTANT

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

Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

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

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 that equipment requires more power than the
outlet is rated to provide.

13.Voltage Selector (General Model 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.

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The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if
the apparatus itself is turned off.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (General Model 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.

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

1

3

2

l6

20

28

40

60

l2

8

4

2

0

–dB

30°

30°

English

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

Remote control
sensor

Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)

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.

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PROFILE OF THIS UNIT

CINEMA DSP

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

SPEAKER SETUP

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

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

English

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 21.)

Main L

Main R

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 21.)

Main L

Main R

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 L

Main R

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

stereo speaker system.)

Rear: Behind your listening position, facing slightly inward.

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

Center: Precisely between the main speakers. (To avoid

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

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CONNECTIONS

GND

MONITOR

OUT

DVD/LD

TV/DBS

VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

VIDEO SIGNAL

PHONO CD

TAPE ( MD ) DVD/LD

TV/DBS

VCR

TAPEPBREC

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO SIGNAL

1 3 4

MAIN CENTER REAR

(SURROUND)

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

6CH DISCRETE INPUT

DVD/LD TV/DBS

SURROUND

CENTERMAIN

REAR

(SURROUND)

CENTER

CD

DUAL

SINGLE

CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

MAIN

SPEAKERS

A

B

A

B

SUB

WOOFER

MAINS

REAR 6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

DUAL

:3ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A OR B

:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A B

:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

CENTER

MAIN

REAR 8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

DUAL

:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A OR B

:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A B

:I6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

CENTER

MAIN

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SWITCHED

I00W MAX. TOTAL

AC OUTLETS

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

TUNER

2

GND

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

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.

DSP-A592

Turntable LD player etc.

Monitor TV

2

*

*

(Europe model)

1

CD player

Tuner

8

Tape deck,
MD recorder, etc.

TV/Satellite tuner

Video cassette recorder

To AC outlet

GND

MONITOR OUT

DVD/LD

TV/DBSIN OUTVCR

VIDEO SIGNAL

CD

TAPE
( MD )

DVD/LDPHONO

TV/DBS

VCR

TAPEPBREC

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO SIGNAL

3 4

1

TUNER

2

CENTER

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

REAR

CENTER

CD

DUAL

SINGLE

CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

MAIN

SPEAKERS

A

B

MAINS

REAR

6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

SINGLE:6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

DUAL

:3ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A OR B

:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A B

:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

CENTER

MAIN

REAR

8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

SINGLE:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

DUAL

:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A OR B

:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A B:I6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

CENTER

MAIN

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

GND

OUTPUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

LINE OUT

LINE IN

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

l0 dB 0 dB

l

MAIN
LEVEL

DSP-A492

English

Turntable

Monitor TV

2

*

Video cassette recorder

TV/Satellite tuner

(Europe model)

1

*

See page 13.

Tape deck,
MD recorder, etc.

1

AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)

*

LD player etc.

(Europe and General models) .......... 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS

(U.K. 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

POWER switch or the provided remote control transmitter’s
POWER 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 OUTLET(S) is
100 watts.

CD player

2

GND terminal (For turntable use)

*

Tuner

To AC outlet

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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DSP-A592 only

S VIDEO

L

R

VIDEO

VIDEO AUX

S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT L

AUDIO OUT R

S VIDEO

IN

VIDEO
IN

S VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

MONITOR

OUT

DVD/LD

TV/DBS

VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

VIDEO SIGNAL

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

CONNECTING TO VIDEO AUX TERMINALS (ON THE FRONT PANEL)

These terminals are used to connect any video input source such as a camcorder to this unit.

DSP-A592 only

Camcorder

CONNECTING TO S VIDEO TERMINALS

If you have a video cassette recorder and a monitor equipped with “S” (high-resolution) video terminals, those terminals can be
connected to this unit’s S VIDEO terminals. Connect the video cassette recorder’s “S” video input and output terminals to this unit’s

S VIDEO VCR IN and OUT terminals respectively, and connect the monitor’s “S” video input terminal to this unit’s S VIDEO
MONITOR OUT terminal. Otherwise, connect the video cassette recorder’s composite video terminals to this unit’s composite video
terminals, and connect the monitor’s composite video input terminal to this unit’s composite MONITOR OUT terminal.

Note
If video signals are sent to both S VIDEO input and composite input terminals, the signals will be sent to their respective
output terminals independently.

Monitor TV

10

Video cassette recorder

DSP-A592 only

GND

MONITOR

OUT

DVD/LD

TV/DBS

VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

VIDEO SIGNAL

PHONO CD

TAPE ( MD ) DVD/LD

TV/DBS

VCR

TAPEPBREC

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO SIGNAL

1

TUNER

2 3 4

6CH DISCRETE INPUT

DVD/LD TV/DBS

SURROUND

CENTERMAIN

SUB

WOOFER

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

IN OUT

VCR

AC-3 RF
OUT

AC-3 RF
IN

DIGITAL
IN

DIGITAL
OUT

VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT

6CH DISCRETE OUTPUT

CENTER SURROUND

SUB

WOOFER

MAIN

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.

Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder unit

English

Notes

• 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.

RF Demodulator

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

• 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.

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