Yamaha Audio RX-V493RDS User Manual

R X-V493RDS
R X-V393RDS

Natural Sound AV Receiver

Récepteur audiovisuel “Son Naturel”

Natural Sound AV-Receiver

G B

Natural Sound AV-receiver

Sintonizzatore AV a suono naturale

Receptor AV de Sonido Natural

Natural Sound AV Ontvanger

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

BRUKSANVISNING

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

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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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75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only)

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Adaptateur d’antenne 75 ohms/300 ohms (Modèle pour le
Royaume-Uni seulement)

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75 Ohm/300 Ohm Antennenstecker (nur Großbritannien­Modell)

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75 ohm/300 ohm antennadapter (Endast modell för
Storbritannien)

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Adattatore per antenna da 75 e 300 ohm (Solo modello per
la Gran Bretagna)

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Adaptador de antena de 75 ohmios/300 ohmios (Modelo
para Reino Unido sólo)

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75 ohm/300 ohm antenne-adapter (Alleen modellen voor
Groot-Brittannië)

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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

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5 Speaker Configuration
(Power Amp. Section)

RX-V493RDS

Main:

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

Center: 65W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.04% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 20W + 20W (8Ω) RMS Output

Power, 0.04% THD, 1 kHz

RX-V393RDS

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

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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)

● Multi-Functions for RDS Broadcast

Reception

● 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

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

RECEIVING RDS STATIONS ........................33

USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD

PROCESSOR (DSP) ....................................38

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................42

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................43

SPECIFICATIONS .........................................44

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV receiver.

FEATURES

CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

contact your dealer.

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

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

5. The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of

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

6. Always set the VOLUME control to “–

∞

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

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

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

8. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section

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

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

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

10.To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power

plug and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.

11.Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken

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

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

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

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.

Model:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.

Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.

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 MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:

Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains 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. Making sure that neither core is
connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

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.

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RX-V493RDS

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

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.

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)

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

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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, 3, 4, etc. on the rear panel, connections can be made easily by making sure

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

*

1

,

*

2

: See 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

10dB 0dB

MAIN

LEVEL

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

RX-V493RDS

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AC OUTLETS (SWITCHED)

(Europe model) ................................. 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
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

RX-V393RDS

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

10dB 0dB

MAIN

LEVEL

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.

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

10dB 0dB

MAIN

LEVEL

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Connecting with 6 channel discrete outputs of a Dolby digital (AC-3) decoder
or a DVD player, etc.

If you have a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or a DVD player etc. which incorporates a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or a DTS
decoder, its 6 channel discrete outputs can be connected to the 6CH DISCRETE INPUT terminals of this unit.

Notes for RX-V493RDS

• 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
SUBWOOFER channel to the right and left MAIN output
terminals on the Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder etc.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual for the Dolby Digital
(AC-3) decoder etc.

Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder

RF Demodulator

Laserdisc player with AC-3 RF output or
another unit

RX-V493RDS

(Example)

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

10dB 0dB

MAIN

LEVEL

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Notes for RX-V393RDS

• 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
SUBWOOFER channel to the right and left MAIN output
terminals on the Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder etc.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual for the Dolby Digital
(AC-3) decoder etc.

Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder

RF Demodulator

Laserdisc player with AC-3 RF output or
another unit

RX-V393RDS

(Example)

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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)

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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.

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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.

MAIN LEVEL switch

Normally set to “0 dB”. If desired, you can decrease the
output level at the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals by 10 dB by
setting this switch to “–10 dB”.

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

GND

PHONO

TAPE

PB

3

MAIN

LEVEL

10dB 0dB

➁

➂

➀

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CENTER OUTPUT terminal

This terminal is for center channel line output. There is no
connection to this terminal when you use the built-in amplifier.
However, if you drive a center speaker with an external power
amplifier, connect the input terminal of the external amplifier to
this terminal.

SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal

This terminal is for connecting with the input terminal of an
amplifier for driving a subwoofer.
This terminal outputs low frequencies from the main and center
channels. (The cut-off frequency of signals output from this
terminal is 150 Hz.)
When 6 channel discrete signals are input to this unit and are
selected as the input source, this terminal outputs signals from
the subwoofer channel.

REAR (SURROUND) OUTPUT terminals

These terminals are for rear channel line output. There is no
connection to these terminals when you use the built-in
amplifier.
However, if you drive rear speakers with an external stereo
power amplifier, connect the input terminals of the external
amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of a power amplifier or an
integrated amplifier) to these terminals.

Note

Output level of signals from these terminals are adjusted
by the use of VOLUME control on the front panel or VOLUME
keys on the remote control transmitter.

OUTPUT terminals (for driving speakers with external amplifiers)

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

(Upper position)

Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 6Ω or

higher.

Center: If you use one center speaker, the impedance of the

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

Main: If you use one pair of main speakers, the impedance

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

(Lower position)

Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or

higher.

Center: If you use one center speaker, the impedance of the

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

Main: If you use one pair of main speakers, the impedance

of each speaker must be 8Ω or higher.
If you use two pairs of main speakers, the impedance
of each speaker must be 16Ω or higher.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch

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

CENTER

REAR

(SURROUND)

OUTPUT

SUB

WOOFER

(Europe model)

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

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

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to
either end closely. If so, set the switch to either end
closely.

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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

●

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

●

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

* 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

●

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

●

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

FM

ANT

AM

ANT

GND

75Ω

UNBAL.

➀

➁

➂

Orient so that the best
reception is obtained.

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Outdoor FM antenna

Outdoor AM antenna

AM loop
antenna
(included)

Ground

75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter

75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter

75-ohm coaxial cable

300-ohm feeder

Indoor FM

antenna

(included)