Yamaha Audio RX-V493 User Manual

RX-V493
RX-V393

Natural Sound AV Receiver

Récepteur audiovisuel “Son Naturel”

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV receiver.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce récepteur audiovisuel YAMAHA.

U C A

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

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

CAUTION

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.

•

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

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.

WARNING

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

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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 (for US customers only)

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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 .......................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

After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.

Indoor FM Antenna

AM Loop Antenna

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

Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

Remote Control Transmitter

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

RX-V493 RX-V393

CONTENTS

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

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●

5 Speaker Configuration

RX-V493

Main: <U.S.A. and Canada models>

70W + 70W (8Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

<Europe, Australia, China

and General models>

65W + 65W (8Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

Center: <U.S.A. and Canada models>

70W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.04% THD, 1 kHz

<Europe, Australia, China

and General models>

65W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.04% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 1 kHz

RX-V393

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 + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 1 kHz

●

Digital Sound Field Processor

●

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder

●

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

●

Automatic Input Balance Control for
Dolby Pro Logic Surround

●

Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker
Balance Adjustment

●

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

FEATURES

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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. 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 “–

∞

” 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 disconnect the 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 that 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.

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.

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.

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

(U.S.A. 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.

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.

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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 will not
be 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.

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)

RX-V393

RX-V493

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

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

I20V 60Hz

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

(U.S.A. 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

RX-V493

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AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)

Except Australia model.......................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 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.

*

1

*

2

RX-V393

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

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

I20V 60Hz

I00W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHED

AC OUTLETS

(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

*

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 RX-V493

• 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

RX-V493

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English

Notes for RX-V393

• 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

RX-V393

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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

(U.S.A. model)