Yamaha Audio RX-V490 User Manual

RX-V490/390

Natural Sound Stereo Receiver

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo receiver.

OWNER’S MANUAL

CONTENTS

Safety Instructions ................... 2

Features ................................... 4

Supplied Accessories .............. 4

Profile of This Unit .................... 5

Speaker Setup ......................... 6

Connections ............................. 7

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Basic Operations .................... 14

Tuning Operations .................. 17

Preset Tuning...........................18

Using Digital Sound Field

Processor (DSP) .................... 21

Setting the SLEEP Timer ....... 26

Remote Control Transmitter ... 27 Notes About the Remote Control

Transmitter ...............................28

Troubleshooting ...................... 29

Specifications ......................... 30

... 11

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK), NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

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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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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

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

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.

19 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

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:

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810–20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810–21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

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.

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 Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat,

possibly causing damage.

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

contact your dealer.

5 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.

FCC INFORMATION

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.

6 Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;

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

7 Always set the VOLUME control to “–

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

” before starting

∞

8 To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord

and remove the antenna cable during an electrical storm.

9 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section

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

10 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.

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.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

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.

FEATURES

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5 Speaker Configuration

RX-V490

Front: 70W + 70W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: 70W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.1% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 15W + 15W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.7% THD, 1 kHz

RX-V390

Front: 60W + 60W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power , 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: 60W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.2% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 15W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.7% THD, 1 kHz

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Digital Sound Field Processor

RX-V490

4 Programs for Digital Sound Field Processing 2 Programs for Dolby Surround Decoding (DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED)

RX-V390

2 Programs for Digital Sound Field Processing 2 Programs for Dolby Surround Decoding (DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY 3 STEREO)

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Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Surround

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Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance Adjustment

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3 Center Channel Modes (NORMAL/WIDE/PHANTOM)

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40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning

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Automatic Preset Tuning

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Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing)

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IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning System

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Video Signal Input/Output Capability

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SLEEP Timer

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Remote Control Capability

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.

Remote Control Transmitter Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3) Indoor FM Antenna

RX-V490 RX-V390

AM Loop Antenna

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 get incredible realism from Dolby-encoded video sources 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

The Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder program lets you experience the dramatic realism and impact of a Dolby Surround movie theater sound in your own home. Dolby Pro Logic gets its name from its professional-grade steering logic circuitry, which provides greater effective front and rear channel separation for a much higher degree of realism than the “passive” Dolby Surround circuits found in less sophisticated home audio/video equipment. Dolby Pro Logic Surround provides a true center channel, so there are four independent channels, unlike passive Dolby Surround which has in effect only three channels: left, right, and rear. This center channel allows listeners seated in even less-than-ideal positions to hear the dialog originating from action on the screen while getting a stereo effect as well.

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.

In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance control. This circuit always presents you the best surround conditions without performing manual adjustments.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround + DSP

You can also enjoy a combination of Dolby Pro Logic Surround and DSP in the sound field program “ PRO LOGIC ENHANCED”. It recreates the surround effect of a movie theater, effectively duplicating its multiple surround loudspeaker system, completely surrounding the listener with the sounds of the action taking place on the screen.

RX-V490 only

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 front speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. You may omit the center speaker. (Refer to the “4-Speaker Configuration” shown below.) The front 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 Dolby Surround encoded programs. The center speaker needs to be equal in power to the front 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 a Dolby Surround program is selected, conversations will be output from the center speaker and the ambience will be excellent.

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Set the center channel mode to the “NORMAL” or “WIDE” position. (For details, refer to page 12.)

RX-V390 only

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

4-Speaker Configuration

The center speaker is not used in this configuration. If a Dolby Surround program is selected, the center sound is output from the left and the right front speakers. However, the sound effect of other programs can be the same as that of the 5-speaker configuration.

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Be sure to set the center channel mode to the “PHANTOM” position. (For details, refer to page 12.)

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RX-V390 only

The program DOLBY 3 STEREO is useless in this configuration.

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

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

Front: 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 front speakers. (To avoid

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

CONNECTIONS

MONITOR

OUT

LD/TV

OUT

VCR

PHONO CD

TAPE

LD/TV

VCR

TAPEPBREC

OUT

IN OUT

A OR B:6ΩMIN./SPEAKER

A B:l2ΩMIN./SPEAKER

120V 60Hz

100W MAX. TOTAL

VIDEO SIGNAL

AUDIO SIGNAL

SPEAKERS

FRONT

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL

OUTPUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

GND

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Before attempting to make any connections to or from this unit, be sure to first switch OFF the power to this unit and to any other components to which connections are being made.

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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.

LD player,

Monitor TVTurntable

TV tuner, etc.

Right

Front speakers A

Left

(U.S.A. model)

To AC outlet

:Refer to “ABOUT THE ACCESSORY TERMINALS” on page 9.

Right Left

Video cassette recorderTape deckCD player

Front speakers B

Note on front speaker connection:

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

Center and rear speakers

CENTER

REAR

CENTER

REAR

CENTER

REAR SINGLE

REAR

Connect the respective speakers to this unit as figured below.

RX-V490

Center speaker

Rear speakers

RX-V390

Rear speakers

Center speaker

Only one rear speaker can also be used in place of two rear speakers. For connecting one rear speaker, follow the method shown below.

Rear speaker

For connecting speakers

➀

➁

➂

➁

➂

➀

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL

GND

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, + and – markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass.

Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch the metal parts of this unit as this could damage this unit and/or speakers.

Note

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

How to Connect:

Red: positive (+) Black: negative (–)

Press and open the tab.

➀

Insert the bare wire.

➁

[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4”) insulation from the speaker wires.] Press the tab back to

➂

the original position and secure the wire.

RX-V390 only

For connecting to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS terminals

Red: positive (+) Black: negative (–)

Press the tab.

➀

Insert the bare wire.

➁

[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4”) insulation from the speaker wires.] Release the tab and

➂

secure the wire.

ABOUT THE A CCESSORY TERMINALS

AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)

(U.S.A., Canada 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

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.

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. Use one of the two GND terminals on the rear of this unit for the connection.

Turntable

Loosen Tighten

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

ANT

AM ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

Outdoor FM antenna

Indoor FM antenna (included)

75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm feeder

Outdoor AM antenna

AM loop antenna (included)

Ground

➀

➁

➂

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Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminals correctly, referring to the following diagram.

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

Connecting the AM loop antenna

12 3

* 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. A good earth ground is a metal stake driven into moist earth.

Notes

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

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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, coaxial cable is preferable.

Orient so that the best reception is obtained.

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