Yamaha Audio RX-V890 User Manual
RX-V890
Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
Contents
PROFILE OF THIS UNIT ............................ 6
SPEAKER SETUP FOR THIS UNIT...........7
CONNECTIONS ......................................... 9
ADJUSTMENT BEFORE OPERATION....15
BASIC OPERATIONS .............................. 18
TUNING OPERATIONS ........................... 21
USING THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD
PROCESSOR (DSP) ................................ 25
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ................. 30
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER ..... 31
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.
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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERIVCE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
MAST
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
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 An 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.
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 enclosure damaged.
16 Servicing — The user should not attempt 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.
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 unit.
15 Damage Requiring Service — The unit should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:
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 ensure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
2 Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from
windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust,
moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers,
motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not
expose to rain and water.
3 Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat,
possibly causing damage.
4 Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into
the set, contact your dealer.
5 Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When
moving the set, first turn the unit off. Then gently
disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to
other equipment. Never pull the cord itself.
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 “– ∞” before starting
the audio source play: increase the volume gradually to
an appropriate level after the play is started.
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 on common
operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty.
10 Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlets on
the rear panel if that equipment requires more power
than the outlets are rated to provide.
11 When not planning to use this unit for long periods of
time (ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug
from the wall outlet.
The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even
if the apparatus itself is turned off.
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 of 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. 6600 Orangethorpe
Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620
The above statement 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.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
• Remote Control Transmitter • Indoor FM Antenna
Remote
TRANSMIT
USER
YPC LEARN
/LEARN
SLEEP TV VCR AUX
POWER
SKIP
SEARCH
PAUSE/STOP
DECK
A/B
PRESET
—
SEARCH
REC/PAUSEREC MUTE TAPE 2 MON
SEARCH
PAUSE/STOP
CHAPTER/CH
DISPLAY
—
+
PRO LOGIC
RESET CLEAR
MOVIE THEATER
ENHANCED
1234
SURROUND
STADIUM
SPORTS
5678
HALL
CHURCH
910
CENTER LEVEL
DELAY
+
—
REAR LEVEL
+
—
DISC
SKIP
PLAY
A／B／C／D／E
+
STOP PLAY
DIR A DIR B
PLAY LD/TV
STOP
70mm TV
THEATER
JAZZ CLUB
ROCK
EFFECT
ON/OFF
DSP
+
TEST
TIME
MUTING
—
PHONO
CD
TUNER
TAPE 1
VCR 1
VCR 2
V–AUX
MASTER
VOLUME
+
—
• AM Loop Antenna
• Batteries (size AA, LR6, UM-3) • User Program Sheets
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Features
• Five Speaker Configuration
Front: 100 W + 100 W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,
0.015% THD, 20-20,000 Hz
120 W + 120 W (6Ω) RMS Output Power,
0.04% THD, 20-20,000 Hz (USA Model Only)
Center: 100 W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,
0.015% THD, 1 kHz
Rear: 25 W + 25 W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,
0.08% THD, 1 kHz
• Digital Sound Field Processor
10 Programs including “Cinema DSP” 70mm Movie Theater
• Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Surround
• Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Output Balance Adjustment
• 3 Center Channel Modes (NORMAL/WIDE/PHANTOM)
• 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning
• Automatic Preset Tuning (FM only)
• Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing)
• IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning System
• Video Signal Input/Output Capability
• SLEEP Timer
• Remote Control Capability
• Program and status messages superimposed on connected video monitor
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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 full 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 environments –movie theater, concert hall, and so on. In addition, you get incredible realism from
Dolby-encoded video sources using the built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder.
Please read this owner’s 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
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
The Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder program lets
you experience the dramatic realism and impact of
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 that 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
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.
seated in even less-than-ideal positions to hear the
dialog originating from action on the screen while
getting a stereo effect as well.
This Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder employs a
digital signal processing system. This system increases sound stability at each channel and minimizes
crosstalk between channels compared to conventional
analog Dolby signal processing.
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 Dolby Pro Logic with two modes
of Digital Sound field processing. These combinations
expand the surround effect. One is the “ENHANCED” Dolby Pro Logic Surround which recreates the surround effect of the 35 mm film movie
theater. The other is the sound field program ”70 mm
MOVIE THEATER”. Which recreates the listening
experience of a 70mm film theater.
Directional Enhancement Circuit + DSP
The newly featured directional enhancement circuit
expands and focuses the digital sound field by
emphasizing position of sound.
This effect puts you in the midst of the action, while
centering and focusing your attention to the screen.
This circuit is available on the sound field program
“TV THEATER” and “SPORTS”.
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CINEMA DSP
The YAMAHA “CINEMA DSP” logo indicates
these programs are created by the combination of
Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA DSP technology.
SPEAKER SETUP FOR THIS UNIT
SPEAKERS TO BE USED
This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a fivespeaker configuration. The speakers to be
used with this unit will be front speakers, rear speakers, and a center speaker.
The front speakers are used for the main source sound. These are usually a much larger, high-quality loudspeaker
than you will use for the surround sound effects. The center speaker is used for the center sound (dialog, etc.)
encoded with the Dolby Surround. And the rear speakers are used for special effects that enhance the surround
sound. The rear and center speakers do not need to be equal to the front speakers. However, all the speakers
should have high enough power handling to accept the maximum output of this unit.
SPEAKER CONFIGURATION
Five-Speaker Configuration
This configuration is the most effective and recommended one. In this configuration, the center speaker
is used for dialog when you select the digital sound
field program DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY PRO
LOGIC ENHANCED, 70mm MOVIE THEATER, TV
THEATER, or SPORTS.
• Set the center channel mode to the “NORMAL” or
“WIDE” position. (For details, refer to page 16.)
Front L Center Front R
Dialogue
Dialogue
Surround sound
Surround sound
Rear L
Rear R
Four-Speaker Configuration
The center speaker is not used in this configuration. If
the digital sound field program DOLBY PRO LOGIC,
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED, 70mm MOVIE
THEATER, TV THEATER, or SPORTS is selected, the
center sound along with the front effects are output
from the left and the right front speakers. However,
the sound effect of other programs can be the same as
that of the other configurations.
• Be sure to set the center channel mode to the
“PHANTOM” position. (For details, refer to page
16.)
Front L Front R
Dialogue
Dialogue
Surround sound
Surround sound
Rear L Rear R
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The recommended speaker configuration, the five-speaker configuration, will require two speaker pairs: front
speakers and rear speakers, plus a center speaker. When you place these speakers, refer to the following:
Front: In normal position. (The position of a standard
stereo speaker setup)
Center: Precisely between the front speakers. (To avoid
interference with TV sets, use a magnetically
shielded speaker.) When two center speakers are
used, place these to the right and left of your TV
set or video monitor.
Rear: Behind your listening position, facing slightly
inward. Nearly six feet (approx. 1.8 m) up from the
floor.
Front L
Center
Front R
Rear R
Rear L
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CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
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.
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.
Turntable
GND
Tape deck 1
Tape deck 2
LINE OUT
LINE IN
LINE OUT
LINE IN
AM
ANT
GND
FM
ANT
Compact disc player
AUDIO SIGNAL
PHONO
CD
TAPE
PB
TAPE 1
REC
OUT
TAPE
PB
TAPE 2
75
Ω
UNBAL.
REC
OUT
GND
MAIN
IN
FRONT
CH
PRE
OUT
FRONT
LEVEL
0dB
10dB
-
OUTPUT
AUDIO SIGNAL
Video cassette recorder 1
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO SIGNAL
IN
VCR 1
OUT
IN
VCR 2
OUT
LD/TV
MONITOR
OUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
VCR 1
OUT
IN
VCR 2
OUT
LD/TV
Video cassette recorder 2
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
Monitor TV
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
LaserDisc-Spieler
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CONNECTING SPEAKERS
Connect the respective speakers to this unit as shown below:
Front speakers A
Right Left
Rear speakers
Right Left
VIDEO SIGNAL
S VIDEO
IN
VCR 1
OUT
IN
VCR 2
OUT
LD/TV
MONITOR
OUT
Right Left
Front speakers B
LOW
PASS
fo:200Hz
A
B
CENTER
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.
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.
When connecting two center speakers, be sure to
press the CENTER speaker switch into the “C+D”
position( ). When you use a single center speaker,
set the switch to the “C” position ( ).
OUTPUT
REAR OUT
OUT
FRONT
A OR B: 5ΩMIN. /SPEAKER
+
B:l2ΩMIN. /SPEAKER
A
SPEAKERS
REAR
8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER
CENTER
CC
DD
C
C+D
C: 8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER
C
+
D: 4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER
Center speaker(s)
Note:
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on
the rear of this unit.
For connecting to the SPEAKER terminals
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
1 Unscrew the knob.
2 Insert the bare wire.
2
1
3
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]
3 Tighten the knob and
secure the wire.
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, + and – markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the
sound will be unnatural and will lack bass.
CAUTION
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and
do not let them touch the metal parts of this unit. This
could damage this unit and/or the speakers.
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Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert
the Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal. (Not available on Singapore model.)
Note:
Use only single type banana plug cable.
ABOUT THE ACCESSORY TERMINALS
OUTPUT
LOW
PASS
1
fo:200Hz
1 LOW PASS terminal
This terminal is for output to a monaural amplifier
driving a subwoofer. Frequencies above 200␣ Hz are
filtered out so that only the bass range remains.
The output signal is from the front and center
channels.
You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce the
bass frequencies.
Connect the LOW PASS terminal 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.
CENTER
OUT
2
REAR OUT
3
2 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.
3 REAR 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.
GND terminal (For turntable use)
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to this terminal will normally
minimize hum. In some cases, better
results may be obtained with the ground
wire disconnected.
AC OUTLETS
2 SWITCHED OUTLETS and 1
UNSWITCHED OUTLET (USA,
Canada, and General models)
1 SWITCHED OUTLET
(Australa model)
2 SWITCHED OUTLETS
(Singapore model)
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
SWITCHED UNSWITCHED
120V 60Hz
120W MAX. TOTAL
GND
120V 60Hz
200W MAX.
(USA model)
supply power to any connected 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 120 watts.
The power to the UNSWITCHED outlets cannot be
controlled by this unit’s POWER switch or the
provided remote control transmitter’s POWER key.
(USA, Canada, and General models only).
The maximum power (power consumption of component) that can be connected to the UNSWITCHED AC
OUTLET is 200 watts (USA model), 180 watts
(Canada model) and 200 watts (General model).
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TAPE 2
REC
OUT
4
5
6
4 FRONT CH — MAIN␣ IN terminals
These terminals are for line input to the built-in
front channel amplifier. Leave the jumper bars
connected to the PRE␣ OUT terminals when you use
the built-in amplifier.
However, if you drive front speakers with an
external stereo power amplifier, remove the
jumper bars.
5 FRONT␣ CH — PRE␣ OUT terminals
These terminals are for front main channel line
output. Leave the jumper bars connected to the
MAIN␣ IN terminals when you use the built-in
amplifier.
However, if you drive front speakers with an
external stereo power amplifier, remove the
jumper bars and connect the input terminals of the
external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of
a power amplifier or an integrated amplifier) to
these terminals.
MAIN
IN
FRONT
CH
PRE
OUT
FRONT
LEVEL
0dB
10dB
-
6 FRONT LEVEL switch
Normally set to “0␣ dB”. If desired, you can decrease the output level at the FRONT SPEAKERS
terminals by 10␣ dB by setting this switch to
“–10␣ dB”.
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