Yamaha RX
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1. AUX General Model For control keys on the remote control unit see pages 62 to 64 13 14 POWER Switch Turns this unit on and off When you press this switch to turn the power on you will hear a click and a sound of the built in fan rotating for a moment Standby Indicator Except U S A and Canada models While the power of this unit is on pressing the SYSTEM POWER OFF key on the remote control unit switches this unit to the standby mode In this mode the standby indicator is illuminated Remote Control Sensor Signals from the remote control unit are received here Display Panel See pages 16 to 17 DSP Program Selector Buttons Select a DSP program When a button is pressed the name of selected program lights up on the display panel Input Selector Buttons Selects an input source that you want to listen to and watch EFFECT Switch Normally ON this switch can be turned OFF to disable output from the center and effect speakers so that the sound becomes normal 2 c2. Video superimpose If you connect your video cassette recorder LD player video monitor etc to this unit you can take advantage of this unit s capability to display program titles and information for various setting changes and adjustments on your video monitor s screen This information will be superimposed over the video image If there is no video source connected or it is turned off the information will be displayed over a blue colored background TEST DSP ea df me EFFECT LEVEL FRONT dB NOTE The program titles and other information are also displayed on the display panel of this unit WILI FRONT amp Gd 10 SPEAKER SETUP Setting Up Your Speaker System This unit has been designed to provide the best sound field quality with a full seven speaker system setup using two extra pairs of effect speakers to generate the sound field plus one center speaker for dialog We therefore recommend that you use a seven speaker setup A four speaker system using only one pair of effect speakers for the sound field will still provide impressive ambience and effects however and may be a good way to begin with this unit You can always upgrade to the full seven speaker system later In the 4 or 5 speaker system the Digital Sound Field Processing is still performed but the main speakers are used for both the main channels and the front effect channels Use of the Center Dialog Speaker
3. L on this unit must be connected to jacks marked L on other units Likewise with the R jacks This is easy if you remember to always use the red plug for the R jacks and the white plug for the L jacks For connections with audio video source equipment use RCA type pin plug cables with the exception described later With speaker connections you must also be sure that the polarity is correct For each amplifier and each channel connect the plus terminal of the amplifier to the plus terminal of the speaker and connect the minus terminal of the amplifier to the minus terminal of the speaker To keep track of polarity use a speaker cable that has one of the two wires marked by a stripe or a different color CONNECTING AUDIO VIDEO SOURCE EQUIPMENT TO THIS UNIT BASIC CONNECTIONS If you have YAMAHA audio video unit numbered as 1 3 or 4 on the rear panel connections can be made easily by making sure to connect the output or input terminals of each unit to the same numbered terminals of this unit AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT LD DVD player General Model AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CO TV Satellite tuner S E oo player AUDIO OUT Video cassette AUDIO OUT recorder 1 VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN J V
4. easily See page 47 for details NOTE When connecting an audio video unit to both of the digital and analog jacks of this unit make sure to connect to both jacks of the same name NOTE Be sure to attach the cover when the OPTICAL jack is not being used in order to protect the jack from dust LD DVD player oo amp ANALOG OUT cS 000 oo 00000 OPTICAL COAXIAL ANQO SIGNAL DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL OUT DVD LD TV DBS 3 VCR 1 OUT VCR 2 PCM OO DIGITAL IN AC 3 DIGITAL IN o c S QOOOO O00000 ROOM 2 OUT O REMOTE amen CONTROL TV Satellite tuner COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT ANALOG OUT NOTE All digital audio signal input jacks are applicable to the sampling frequency of 32 kHz 44 1 kHz and 48 kHz Notes on connecting with an LD player equipped with an AC 3 RF output If your LD player has AC 3 RF signal output jack and no digital signal output jack for AC 3 discrete audio signals connect the AC 3 RF signal output jack to this unit s OPTICAL or COAXIAL digital signal input jack by using an RF demodulator separate purchase First connect the AC 3 RF signal output jack of the LD player to the AC 3 RF signal input jack of the RF demodulator Next connect the optical or coaxial digital signal output jack of the RF demodulator to the OPTICAL or COAXIAL digita
5. 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 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 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 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS poene POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ki ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE We Want You Listening For A Lifetime for US
6. connect one set to the MAIN SPEAKERS A terminals and connect another set to the B terminals If you use only one set of MAIN speakers connect them to either the MAIN SPEAKERS A or B terminals Make sure that the jumper bars between the PRE OUT and MAIN IN jacks on the rear panel are in place Power amplifier It is also possible to use an external power amplifier if more power is desired In this case remove the jumper bars and connect the PRE OUT jacks to the INPUT jacks of a stereo power amplifier with a stereo pin cable making sure to connect the left and right channels correctly Connect the MAIN speakers to the speaker rp SSE output terminals of the power amplifier J ee T oss 58000 0 35825 0000 Set the SPEAKERS switch A or B or both A and B on the This unit front panel corresponding to the main speakers you will use to the ON position Set the switch for the main speakers you will not use to the OFF position Selected main speakers are shown by the lighting of SPEAKERS A and or SPEAKERS B on the display ol panel Main speaker B Main speaker B 31 32 CONNECTING THE FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS REAR SPEAKERS AND THE CENTER SPEAKER S TO THIS UNIT Connect the FRONT effect speakers to the FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS terminals of this unit If the FRONT effect sp
7. D E switch and the preset station number selector buttons AUTO TUNING Indicator Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode ROOM 2 CONTROL Indicator Lights up momentarily when the Room 2 remote control unit is used in the second room SPEAKERS A B Indicators The indicator A or B which corresponds to the currently selected main speakers lights up If both main speakers A or B are selected both indicators light up STEREO Indicator Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength is received OD Signal level Meter Indicates the signal level of the received station If multipath interference is detected the indication decreases Digital Audio Input Signal Indicators When digital audio signals not encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 are input to this unit PCM DIGITAL lights up When digital audio signals encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 are input to this unit 00 DIGITAL lights up 1 DIGITAL DSP and oa PRO LOGIC indicators oo DIGITAL lights up when the built in Dolby Digital AC 3 Decoder is on and the signals of selected source encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 is not in 2 channels DSP lights up when the built in digital sound field processor is on and Od PRO LOGIC lights up when the built in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder is on Depending on the selected DSP program both oo DIGITAL and DSP or both DSP and oo P
8. Optional outdoor FM antenna Consult with your dealer or authorized service center about the best method of selecting and erecting an outdoor FM antenna The choice of the feeder cable is also important Flat ribbon shaped twin lead cable performs well electrically and is cheaper and somewhat easier to handle when routing it through windows and around rooms Coaxial cable is more expensive does a much better job of minimizing interference is less prone to the effects of weather and close by metal objects and is nearly as good a signal conductor as feeder cable particularly for foam type coaxial cables Coaxial cable is somewhat more difficult to install at the point where the cable enters the building If coaxial cable is selected make sure the antenna is designed to be used with that type of cable 300 ohm feeder cable 75 ohm coaxial cable Use a 75 ohm 300 ohm antenna adapter not included or a 75 ohm antenna adapter not included for connections 300 ohm feeder cable 75 ohm coaxial cable 75 ohm 300 ohm antenna adapter 75 ohm antenna adapter 75 ohm coaxial cable Notes for FM antenna installation e To minimize automobile ignition noise locate the antenna as far from heavy traffic as possible e Keep the feeder cable or coaxial cable as short as possible Do not bundle or roll up excess cable e The antenna should be at least two meters 6 6 feet from reinforced concrete walls or metal structures Optional outd
9. and right plus two surround channels A sixth bass only effect channel is also provided for output of LFE low frequency effect or low bass effects that are independent of other channels This channel is counted as 0 1 thus giving rise to the term 5 1 channels in total Compared to Dolby Pro Logic that is referred to a 3 1 system left front center right front and just one surround channel Dolby Digital AC 3 features two surround channels called stereo or split surrounds each offering the same full range fidelity as the three front channels Sound of wide dynamic range reproduced by the five full range channels presents listeners much excitement that has never been experienced before Precise sound orientation by the discrete digital sound processing expands realism that the original movie possesses Laser Disc is a home audio format that could benefit from Dolby Digital AC 3 In the near future Dolby Digital AC 3 will also be applied to DBS CATV DVD and HDTV The ongoing release of Dolby Stereo Digital theatrical films now underway will provide an immediate source of Dolby Digital AC 3 encoded video software Dd aus DIGITAL 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 Copyright 1992 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved The following original f
10. connected to the DVD LD AUDIO VIDEO SIGNAL connection jacks to the DVD LD COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack Connect a unit that is connected to the TV DBS AUDIO VIDEO SIGNAL connection jacks to the TV DBS COAXIAL jack If for example your LD player has an AC 3 RF output jack and no digital output jack for AC 3 discrete audio signals connect the AC 3 RF output jack to the DVD LD COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack of this unit by way of an RF demodulator separate purchase 19 ROOM 2 OUT Jacks These jacks output audio and video signals to the equipment in the second room The input source selection is made using the Room 2 remote control unit Refer to CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT on page 38 REMOTE CONTROL IN and OUT Jacks The IN jack receives the commands from the Room 2 remote control unit The OUT jack outputs the commands at the IN jack from the Room 2 remote control unit Refer to CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT on page 38 Video NTSC PAL Switch General Model only Set this switch to the position corresponding to the standard that your video equipment employs FRONT MIX Switch Set to OFF 7ch when setting up a full 7 or 6 speaker system or to ON 5ch when setting up a 5 or 4 speaker system MAIN LEVEL Switch Normally set to O dB If desired you can decrease the main channel output level at the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals by 10 dB by setting this switch to 10 d
11. 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 FCC INFORMATION for US customers only 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 assura
12. here The jumper bars must be plugged in to connect the MAIN IN jacks to the PRE OUT jacks IMPEDANCE SELECTOR Switch Select the position whose requirements your speaker system meets SWITCHED AC OUTLET S You may plug other audio video units into these sockets as long as their combined power consumption does not exceed the specified value shown Switched means that these components are turned on and off by this units power switch 21 22 REAR PANEL SWITCH AND CONTROL SETTINGS There are several switches and controls on the rear panel that you ll have to check before operating your system and it s a good idea to do it before you connect cables Locate the MAIN LEVEL slide switch and FRONT MIX slide switch Make sure the MAIN LEVEL switch is set to O dB and the FRONT MIX switch is set to OFF for 7 or 6 speaker driving In a 5 or 4 speaker system set the FRONT MIX switch to ON For General model only set the NTSC PAL switch amp to the position corresponding to the standard which your video equipment employs and set the FREQUENCY STEP switch to the position suitable for the frequency spacing in your area For the setting of IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch see page 34 For the setting of the center speaker switch see page 32 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTIONS Make sure that you have the left L and right R channels correctly connected That means that jacks marked
13. other models without a switch use the PAL standard Notes about the Video superimpose e f you watch a video source that is connected to both S VIDEO and VIDEO input jacks of this unit signals of screen display information are output from only the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack e When no video signal is input to either S VIDEO or VIDEO input jacks of this unit signals of screen display information are output from both S VIDEO MONITOR OUT and VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks with a color background For the General Model if the NTSC PAL switch on the rear panel is set to PAL nothing will be output from either S VIDEO MONITOR OUT or VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack in this case LD DVD player S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VO OC Q O0 OdD6 o B g riled i OOD O O 9 S VIDEO IN PAL NTSC MONITOR OUT N Video cassette recorder 2 VIDEO k er Monitor TV ANTENNA CONNECTIONS e Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminals correctly referring to the following figure e 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
14. proud owner of a Yamaha Digital Sound Field Processing DSP System an extremely sophisticated audio component The DSP system takes full advantage of Yamaho 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 the DSP system will sonically transform your room into a wide range of listening environments anything from a famous concert hall to a cozy jazz club In addition you get incredible realism from Dolby Surround encoded video sources using the built in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder and Dolby Digital AC 3 Decoder Seven built in channels of amplification on this model mean that no additional amplifiers are required to enjoy advanced digital sound field processing Rather than tell you about the wonders of digital sound field processing however let s get right down to the business of setting up the system and trying out its many capabilities Please read this operation manual carefully and store it in a safe place for later reference 1 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY To assure the finest performance please read this manual carefully Keep it in a safe place for future reference 2 AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT HUMIDITY DUST AND VIBRATION Keep the unit away from locations where it is likely to be exposed to high temperatures or humidity such as near radiators stoves etc Als
15. 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 What s more our technicians armed with sophisticated measuring equipment have even made it possible to capture the acoustics of a variety of actual concert halls jazz clubs theaters etc from around the world to allow you to accurately recreate any one of these 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 positi
16. ATIC PRESET TUNING dXu usceecee erne nn 52 EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS MGM GW sseeee eee n renerne nn 53 SELECTING SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS W scenerne 54 CANCELING THE EFFECT SOUND Mu M scecere ere 55 DESCRIPTIONS OF THE SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS 56 ADJUSTING DELAY TIME AND EACH SPEAKER OUTPUT CLEVE Es i ar ose ae bates tae esa ie etch alia Ces 59 SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER 22222222 een 61 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 1222 62 BASIC OPERATIONS When the lid is open sesers 62 LEARNING NEW CONTROL FUNCTIONS When the lid is open Eee Starks te hoes wees aa a oe ac ea eared et ssa 64 USING OPERATION CONTROL KEYS When the lid is closed a ee E tesa canto ah e a E at tered 67 MACRO OPERATIONS When the lid is closed eee 70 LEARNING A NEW FUNCTION eee eee ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeees 73 MAKING A NEW MACRO GW scenerne 75 CLEARING LEARNED FUNCTIONS MGWGssccceee erne 76 TROUBLESHOOTING XGu M scenerne 78 SPECIFICATIONS Mu uss scenerne ee eneeee ennen 81 GETTING STARTED Unpacking If you haven t already done so carefully remove this unit and its accessories from the box and wrapping material You should find the unit itself and the following accessories UNION g Remote control for Room 2 remote the main room control unit seg Batteries Hh User function stickers AM loop antenna Antenna adapter U S A and Canada models only Installing the R
17. B 20 PRE OUT Jacks Main channel line output Connected with jumper bars to MAIN IN jacks when the built in amplifier is used Connected to input jacks of external stereo power amplifier MAIN IN or TAPE PLAY jacks of integrated amplifier or receiver when using external amplification MAIN IN Jacks Line input to built in main channel amplifier Connected with jumper bars to PRE OUT jacks when the built in amplifier is used Not connected when using an external power amplifier SUBWOOFER Jacks When using one subwoofer connect its amplifier input to either of these jacks When using two subwoofers connect their amplifiers to these jacks respectively Frequencies below 90 Hz distributed from the main center and or rear channels are output to these jacks Signals of LFE low frequency effect generated when the Dolby Digital AC 3 is decoded are also output if they are assigned to these jacks FRONT EFFECT OUTPUT Jacks Front channel line output Can be connected to input jacks of an external stereo power amplifier driving the front effect speakers REAR OUTPUT Jacks Rear channel line output Can be connected to input jacks of an external stereo power amplifier driving the rear speakers MAIN SPEAKERS Terminals This unit is equipped with 2 sets of MAIN SPEAKERS terminals to allow you to connect 2 main speaker systems to this unit When using this unit s built in main channel amplifier connect the main speakers
18. EO SIGNAL Connection Jacks for Video Source Equipment Connect the audio and video inputs and or outputs of your video equipment In place of the VIDEO jacks the S VIDEO jacks can be used for higher resolution and improved picture quality if your VCR monitor etc are equipped with S VIDEO connectors CENTER OUTPUT Jacks Center channel line outputs Can be connected to input jack s of one or two external power amplifier s to drive the center speaker s CENTER SPEAKERS Terminals When using the built in center channel amplifier connect one or two center speakers here Center Speaker Switch Set to C D when using two center speakers or to C OR D when using only one center speaker FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS Terminals When using the built in front effect channel amplifier connect the front effect speakers here REAR SPEAKERS Terminals When using the built in rear channel amplifier connect the rear speakers here VOLTAGE SELECTOR General Model only Be sure to set to the line voltage in your area before applying power Consult your dealer if unsure of the correct setting GND Terminal Connects the ground wire of the turntable to produce minimum hum In some cases however better results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected PCM OODIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks Can be connected with audio video units that have a coaxial or optical digital output jack Connect a unit that is
19. IDEO IN 7 DO Ol Co Co Video cassette Tom ager asim recorder 2 FRONT MAIN MIX LEVEL PCM O0 DIGITAL IN AC 3 DIGITAL IN LINE OUT mmm 008 Q LINE IN DVDLD TV DBS IN OUT AL NTSC MON o REMOTE CONTROL SS ee VIDEO IN ee ii i ee ee eS Monitor TV Turntable For shaded parts see pages 24 to 26 23 24 CONNECTING TO DIGITAL OPTICAL AND COAXIAL JACKS If your LD DVD player TV satellite tuner etc are equipped with coaxial or optical digital audio signal output jacks they can be connected to this units COAXIAL and or OPTICAL digital signal input jacks To make a connection between optical digital audio signal jacks remove the cover from each jack and then connect them by using a commercially available optical fiber cable that conforms to EIAJ standards Other cables might not function correctly Even if you connect an audio video unit to the OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack of this unit you must keep the unit connected with the same named analog audio signal jacks of this unit because digital signal cannot be recorded by a tape deck or VCR connected to this unit and digital signal also will not be output from the AUDIO SIGNAL ROOM 2 OUT jacks You can switch the selection of input signals between digital and analog
20. Is Recommended When playing back a source with the DSP programs No 1 through No 4 or when the Dolby Digital AC 3 is decoded with any DSP program used if the source contains center channel signals dialog vocals etc are output from the center channel Therefore if you want to maximize the performance of your Audio Video home theater system it is recommended that you use a center channel speaker If for some reason it is not practical to use a center speaker it is possible to enjoy movie viewing without it Best results however are obtained with the full system Use of a Subwoofer Expands Your Sound Field It is also possible to further expand your system with the addition of a subwoofer and amplifier The use of a subwoofer is effective not only for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels but also for reproducing the LFE low frequency effect sound with high fidelity when playing back a source with the Dolby Digital AC 3 decoded You may wish to choose the convenience of a Yamaha Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System which has its own built in power amplifier Four Possible Types of Speaker System Configurations Recommended 4 Speaker System x S EN Simplest system You can enjoy widely diffused sound by only adding two additional speaker units at the rear FRONT MIX switch Set to ON See page 22 CENTER SPEAKER Set to PHNTM See page 35 5 Speaker Sy
21. MAIN SPEAKERS your normal stereo speakers the FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS and the REAR SPEAKERS plus the CENTER SPEAKER You may also be using a subwoofer The MAIN SPEAKERS should be high performance models and have enough power handling capacity to accept the maximum output of your audio system Other speakers do not have to be equal to the MAIN SPEAKERS For precise sound localization however it is ideal to use high performance models that can reproduce sounds in full range for the CENTER SPEAKER and the FRONT EFFECT and REAR SPEAKERS Place the MAIN SPEAKERS in the normal position LA Place the FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS further apart than the MB N 2 MAIN SPEAKERS on either side of and a few feet behind and Main speaker Front effect speaker Center speaker above the MAIN SPEAKER pair E Place the REAR SPEAKERS behind your listening position Subwoofer They should be nearly six feet up from the floor Rear speaker Place the CENTER SPEAKER precisely between the two MAIN SPEAKERS To avoid interference keep the speaker above or below the television monitor or use a magnetically shielded speaker If using a SUBWOOFER such as a Yamaha Active Servo Subwoofer System the position of the speaker is not so critical because low bass tones are not highly directional 12 CONTROLS amp THEIR FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL
22. MENU Switch Whenever pressed selects functions in the SET MENU mode 15 Auxiliary Input Jacks VIDEO AUX Connect an auxiliary video or audio unit such as a camcorder to these jacks If the connected video unit has a S video output terminal connect it to the S VIDEO jack to obtain a high resolution picture The unit connected to these jacks can be selected by the corresponding input selector button and REC OUT selector Control Door See page 4 for how to open and close the control door DISPLAY PANEL DIGITAL ENHANCED PRESET J MEMORY STEREO ull AUTO TUNING SPEAKERS SPEAKERS ROOM 2 CONTROL A B D 20 40 60 100 8 12 Preset Station Number Display Input Source Station Frequency Display Shows the selected preset station number 1 to 8 and its group Shows the currently selected input source or the currently A to E selected station frequency and the band FM or AM when this ROOM 2 Indicator unit is in the tuner input source mode Lights up when you switch the input source for the second Multi informatiom Display room by using the Room 2 remote control unit in the main Shows the currently selected DSP program or information for room several adjustments or setting changes made on this unit 16 MEMORY Indicator When the MEMORY button is pressed this indicator flashes for about 5 seconds During this period the displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using the A B C
23. RO LOGIC will light up SLEEP Indicator Lights up while the built in SLEEP timer is functioning 17 18 CONNECTIONS REAR PANEL PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Before you start making connections make sure all related electronic components are turned OFF General Model AUDIO SIGNAL os IDEO SIGNAL EO S vil JO lt To AC outlet AC OUTLETS SWITCHED ie Ea Ea m G lt O E 2ov E gov ony EJE J rorat 00000 PCM DO DIGITAL IN AC 3 DIGITAL IN DVDLD TV DBS Antenna Connection Terminals Connect the included indoor FM antenna to the FM ANT terminal and connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM ANT and GND terminals To heighten safety and reduce interference connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground For improving reception quality you can connect outdoor FM and or AM antenna to these terminals See pages 27 to 29 for details FREQUENCY STEP Switch General Model only Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in different areas set this switch to the position suitable for the frequency spacing in your area Before sliding this switch disconnect the AC power plug of this unit from the AC outlet AUDIO SIGNAL Connection Jacks for Audio Source Equipment Connect the inputs and or outputs of your audio equipment AUDIO VID
24. TIONS 8 USE THIS UNIT PROPERLY 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 9 TAKE CARE OF THE VOLUME CONTROL SETTING Always set the VOLUME control to co before starting the audio source play Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after playback has been started 10 HANDLE CABLES CAREFULLY Always plug and unplug cables including the AC cord by gripping the connector not the cord 11 PREVENT LIGHTNING DAMAGE To prevent lightning damage disconnect the AC power plug and disconnect the antenna cable when there is an electrical storm 12 CLEAN WITH A SOFT DRY CLOTH Never use solvents such as benzine or thinner to clean the unit Wipe clean with a soft dry cloth 13 USE THIS UNIT WITH THE CORRECT VOLTAGE The voltage to be used must be the same as that specified on this unit Using this unit with a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that which is specified Voltage Selector General Model only The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local mains voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC mains supply Voltage
25. YAMAHA Natural Sound AV MEGAMAN 7 OWNER S MANUAL Recepteur audiovisuel Son Naturel MODE D EMPLOI SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK l 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 AN A 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 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 operatin
26. Yamaha model APD 1 you do not have to switch it off When you want to play a source encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 without decoding the Dolby Digital AC 3 you must switch off the power to the RF demodulator LD player AC 3 RF aes a z2 TOO DO PCM DO DIGITAL IN AC 3 DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT Pee eee eee eee eee OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AC 3 RF IN IN OUT PAL NTSC RF demodulator YAMAHA APD 1 etc REMOTE CONTROL 25 26 CONNECTING TO S VIDEO JACKS If your video cassette recorder LD player etc and your monitor are equipped with S high resolution video terminals connect them to this unit s S VIDEO jacks and connect this unit s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack to the S video input of your monitor Otherwise connect the composite video jacks from your video cassette recorder LD player etc to the VIDEO jacks of this unit and connect this unit s VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack to the composite video input of your monitor NOTE If video signals are sent to both S VIDEO input and VIDEO input jacks the signals will be sent to their respective output jacks independently NOTE If your unit is the General Model be sure the NTSC PAL switch has been correctly set to the standard that your video equipment employs U S A and Canada models have no switch and use the NTSC standard while
27. e batteries Always replace all batteries at the same time e This remote control uses an advanced highly directional infrared beam Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on the main unit when operating Open close the control door When it is not necessary to operate controls inside the control door close the door To open the door To close the door FEATURES This unit incorporates a sophisticated multi program digital sound field processor The processor allows you to electronically expand and change the shape of the audio sound field from both audio and video sources creating a theater like experience in your listening room This unit has a total of 10 digital sound field processor DSP modes You can create an excellent audio sound field by selecting a suitable sound field this will of course depend on what you will be listening to and adding desired adjustments In addition this unit incorporates a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder and Dolby Digital AC 3 decoder for multi channel sound reproduction of Dolby Surround encoded video sources The operation of the Dolby Pro Logic Surround or Dolby Digital AC 3 decoder can be controlled by selecting a corresponding DSP program including combined operations of the Yamaha DSP and the Dolby Pro Logic Surround or Dolby Digital AC 3 decoder Digital Sound Field Processing What is it that makes live music so good Today s advanced
28. e second room CAUTION In some cases adjustments made using the Room 2 remote control unit may not be evident on this unit For example if both the main room and second room are set to the tuner it is possible for the person in the second room to change the station This may be a problem especially when you are taping a source without directly monitoring it
29. eakers the impedance of each speaker must be 4Q or higher Rear U S A and Canada models The impedance of each speaker must be 42 or higher Australia Singapore and General models The impedance of each speaker must be 62 or higher Main If you use one pair of main speakers the impedance of each speaker must be 4Q or higher If you use two pairs of main speakers the impedance of each speaker must be 8Q or higher Front effect The impedance of each speaker must be 6 or higher 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 POWER SWITCH IS PRESSED The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to either end closely If so set the switch to either end closely B Lower position Center If you use one center speaker the impedance of the speaker must be 8Q or higher If you use two center speakers the impedance of each speaker must be 4Q or higher Rear The impedance of each speaker must be 8Q or higher Main If you use one pair of main speakers the impedance of each speaker must be 8Q or higher Except Canada model If you use two pairs of main speakers the impedance of each speaker must be 162 or higher Front effect The impedance of each speaker must be 82 or higher SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES SUITABLE FOR YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM This unit provides you the following fo
30. eakers are not used the FRONT MIX switch should be set to ON Connect the REAR speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals of this unit Connect the CENTER speaker to the CENTER SPEAKERS terminals If you will be using one CENTER speaker connect it to either the C or D terminals and set the CENTER speaker switch so that it is released outward C OR D position If using two CENTER speakers connect them to the C and D terminals and press the switch inward C D position If however you will not be using a CENTER speaker be sure to set the CENTER SPEAKER mode to PHNTM phantom See page 35 NOTE The speaker connections above are fine for most applications If for some reason however you wish to use an external power amp for any or all of the front effect rear and center channels connect the line level output jack s for each channel to the INPUT jacks of the external amp and connect the corresponding speaker pair to the speaker terminals of the external amp Front effect speaker Center speaker fem Center speaker This unit eoeooo ooon Front effect speaker Center speaker osse 000 0 iioc m m O000 q Rear speaker Rear speaker ADDING A SUBWOOFER You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce the bass frequencies This unit provides line level subwoofer ou
31. ee ee eee 10 CONTROLS amp THEIR FUNCTIONS 00000 eee 13 FRONT PANE sou ce cose ter ier tact ete ciated ea cetaceans rected ae oe 13 DISPLAY PANEL arr il arta eaei ae Dea EN ET eects 16 CONNECTIONS MM css ected ee heen 18 REAR PANEL PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS eee 18 REAR PANEL SWITCH AND CONTROL SETTINGS 22 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTIONS 0 eee 22 CONNECTING AUDIO VIDEO SOURCE EQUIPMENT TO THAIS UNI aot ciate sec aae ies sacs ances a a a ed 23 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS eee eeceeeeereeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeneeeaeeeaeees 27 CONNECTING SPEAKER SYSTEMS Museerne 30 SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES SUITABLE FOR YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM coe cient era sate niente serene bar seas cae 35 CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT 38 CONNEC TIONS EL icici dues sony aare a a eee re 38 ROOM 2 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT eee rere 39 SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT 2 41 ADJUSTMENTS IN THE SET MENU MODE 00 ee 43 GENERAL OPERATION usus ce eee terete teas eee taeeeeeeeeeeaee 46 PLAYING A SOU RG Ber se Sears roe tuest paanika beaters 46 RECORDING A SOURCE TO AUDIO VIDEO TAPE OR DUBBING FROM A TAPE TO ANOTHER 48 TUNING OPERATIONS 000 o eee cece eeeeeeeeee esas eneesaeeeeeseeeeenenaeeaee 50 AUTOMATIC TUNING basse seston eee tes eee 50 MANUAL TUNING vesies Sect renerne ennen 50 PRESET TUNING 222ccsss cu hc tescersesheehan teat teehee ch 51 MANUAL PRESET TUNING ee eeeeeeee tee eeeeeeeeeeaetneesaeeeeeteneeaees 51 AUTOM
32. emote Control Unit Batteries Since the remote control unit will be used for many of this unit s control operations you should begin by installing the supplied batteries 1 Turn the remote control unit over and slide the battery compartment cover downward in the direction of the arrow 2 Insert the batteries LR6 AA UM 3 type being careful to align them with the polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Close the battery compartment cover Remote control unit for the main room For the remote control unit for the main room only After you insert batteries or you exchange batteries with new ones press the RESET button before using the remote control unit RESET button 22 0 0 O 35525 0000 o Remote control sensor Within approximately 6 m 19 7 feet Notes e There should be no large obstacles between the remote control unit 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 unit to work incorrectly In this case reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting Notes about the Remote Control Unit e When you notice that remote control operation has become erratic or the distance from which the remote control will function has decreased it s time to replace th
33. g 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 LAL _ 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
34. hannels Even if this switch is off when the Dolby Digital AC 3 is decoded signals at all channels are distributed to the main channels and output from the main speakers Master VOLUME Control Simultaneously controls volume level at all outputs front effect main rear effect center and subwoofer This does not affect REC OUT level When the volume is decreased by pressing the MUTE key on the remote control unit the indicator on the master VOLUME control flashes on and off PHONES Jack When you listen with headphones connect the headphones to the PHONES jack You can listen to the sound to be output from the main speakers through headphones When listening with headphones privately set both the SPEAKERS A and B switches to the OFF position and switch off the digital sound field processor so that no DSP program name is illuminated on the display panel by pressing the EFFECT switch SPEAKERS Switches Set the switch A or B or both A and B for the main speakers connected to this unit you will use to the ON position Set the switch for the main speakers you will not use to the OFF position Selected main speakers are shown by the lighting of SPEAKERS A and or SPEAKERS B on the display panel OD A B C D E Switch Press this switch to select a desired group A E of preset stations BASS EXTENSION Switch When pressed inward ON boosts bass frequency response at the main left and right channels wh
35. have a high ability for bass reproduction or a subwoofer is connected to the rear speaker in parallel In this position full range signals are output from the rear speakers 35 6 MAIN SPEAKER 7 LFE BASS OUT Choices SMALL LARGE Choices MAIN SWFR BOTH Preset position LARGE Preset position SWFR SMALL MAIN Select this position if your system does not include a 36 Select this position if your main speakers do not have a high ability for bass reproduction However if your system does not include a subwoofer do not select this position In this position low bass signals below 90 Hz at the main channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks if the SWFR or BOTH position is selected on 7 LFE BASS OUT LARGE Select this position if your main speakers have a high ability for bass reproduction In this position full range signals present at the main channels are output from the main speakers subwoofer In this position full range signals present at the main channels signals from the LFE channel and other low bass signals that are selected on 4 CENTER SPEAKER to 6 MAIN SPEAKER to be distributed from other channels are output from the main speakers SWFR BOTH Select either the SWFR or BOTH position if your system includes a subwoofer In either position signals at LFE channel and other low bass signals that are selected on 4 CENTER SPEAKER to 6 MAIN SPEAKER to be distrib
36. ile maintaining overall tonal balance If you do not have a subwoofer the use of this switch will be effective to reinforce the bass frequencies TONE BYPASS switch When this switch is pressed inward ON the input signal does not pass through the tone BASS and TREBLE control circuitry so that it is unaffected by the tone control circuitry Use this switch to obtain pure sound and to check the tone control setting Press this switch to release it outward OFF to use the tone control circuitry BASS and TREBLE Controls Adjust low and high frequency response respectively for the main channels only BALANCE Control Adjusts the left and right output volume to the Main Speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by speaker positions or listening room conditions Preset Station Number Selector Buttons Select a preset station number 1 to 8 REC OUT Selector Selects the source to be recorded to a tape deck or VCR independently of the setting of the input selector buttons However when set to the SOURCE position the setting of the input selector buttons decides the source to be recorded to a tape deck or VCR FM AM Switch Press this switch to switch the reception band to FM or AM MEMORY MAN L AUTO FM Button When this button is pressed the MEMORY indicator flashes for about 5 seconds During this period select a desired preset station number by pressing the corresponding preset station number selecto
37. l signal input jack of this unit This connection is necessary for inputting audio signals encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 on the LD player to this unit It is also necessary to connect the LD player to this unit s analog audio signal input jacks regardless of the AC 3 RF signal connection for playing back an LD source with the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoded or in normal stereo or monaural If desired you can also connect the digital signal output jack for 2 channel audio signals of the LD player to this unit If you will do so connect it to the COAXIAL digital signal input jack of this unit and connect the RF demodulator to the OPTICAL digital signal input jack of this unit By this connection if the input mode of the DVD LD source is in AUTO you can enjoy listening to sounds decoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 when you play a disc encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 though signals are input to both OPTICAL and COAXIAL digital signal input jacks of this unit simultaneously because signals input to the OPTICAL jack take priority of signals input to the COAXIAL jack See page 47 for details about switching the input mode NOTES If for example you play a CD on the LD player which can play a CD also there is no input to the OPTICAL jack so the signals input to the COAXIAL jack take priority In this case switch off the RF demodulator to listen to CD sound surely However if your RF demodulator is the
38. layer keys Controls compact disc player DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer 39 40 POWER ON and OFF keys U S A and Canada models Pressing the POWER ON key turns the power of this unit on and pressing the OFF key turns the power off Except U S A and Canada models While the power is on pressing the OFF key switches the unit from the power on mode to the standby mode and pressing the POWER ON key switches the unit from the standby mode to the power on mode In the standby mode the standby indicator on the front panel is illuminated VOLUME ROOM 2 up and down keys Increase or decrease the output level of signals sent to the amplifier in the second room only Input selector keys Selects input source Note on using the remote control units If you use the Room 2 remote control unit for the second room in the main room the input selector keys of this remote control unit affect the settings in the second room not the main room The other keys on the remote control unit work the same in both the main room and the second room Display panel information RooMe Ty Ty Ti IV Rg I 7 ky kK kK J SPEAKERS Q om 2 CONTROL Lights up when you switch the input source for the second room by using the Room 2 remote control unit in the main room The name of selected source also lights up 2 Lights up momentarily when the Room 2 remote control unit is used in th
39. may not be necessary A Sample of system configuration and connections Main Room Lh pa je LD player etc Eo SEEPS ONS oo eres EJEJE Z a fm Fe br ojojoj Infrared emitter ro Py rleal ib grej re P z O O Q O a a CO Olaf mu lais CO ojJojo STOO H HOJO ol 5 2 lt gt Second Room ed OQ fs Amplifier Monitor TV E Room 2 remote control unit Infrared signal receiver ROOM 2 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ROOM 2 REMOTE CONTROLLER LD CHAPTER STOP PAUSE STOP PLAY YAMAHA This remote control unit makes input source selections on this unit and controls Yamaha remote control compatible CD player tape deck LD player and or tuner connected to this unit for the second room independent of the input source selections for the main room NAMES OF KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS LD player keys Controls LD player Tape deck keys Controls tape deck DIR A B and A B are applicable only to double cassette tape deck For a single cassette deck with automatic reverse function pressing DIR A will reverse the direction of tape running Tuner keys Controls tuner Selects higher preset station number Selects lower preset station number A B C D E Selects the group A E of preset station numbers CD p
40. nce 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 Congratulations You are the
41. o avoid locations which are subject to excessive dust accumulation or vibration which could cause mechanical damage 3 INSTALL THE UNIT IN WELL VENTILATED CONDITION 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 well ventilated condition Make sure to allow a space of at least 10 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 4 KEEP THE AC POWER PLUG DISCONNECTED DURING VACATION ETC When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time ie vacation etc disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet 5 AVOID PHYSICAL SHOCKS Strong physical shocks to the unit can cause damage Handle it with care 6 DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT OR ATTEMPT REPAIRS OR MODIFICATIONS YOURSELF This product contains no user serviceable parts Refer all maintenance to qualified Yamaha service personnel Opening the unit and or tampering with the internal circuitry will make servicing difficult and will endanger you and your unit 7 MAKE SURE POWER IS OFF BEFORE MAKING OR REMOVING CONNECTIONS Always turn power OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting cables This is important to prevent damage to the unit itself as well as other connected equipment PRECAU
42. olby Pro Logic 2 Digital Sound Fields Digital sound fields are created on the presence side and the rear surround side of the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoded sound field respectively They create a wide acoustic environment and emphasize surround effect in the room letting you feel much presence as if you are watching a movie in a popular Dolby Stereo theater This combination is available when the sound field program No 2 No 3 or No 4 is selected and the input signal of source is analog PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 in 2 channels Dolby Digital AC 3 3 Digital Sound Fields Digital sound fields are created on the presence side and the independent left and right surround sides of the Dolby Digital AC 3 decoded sound field respectively They create a wide acoustic environment and much surround effect in the room without losing high channel separation With wide dynamic range of Dolby Digital AC 3 sound this sound field combination lets you feel as if you are watching a movie in the newest Dolby Stereo Digital theater This will be the most ideal home theater sound at the present time This combination is available when the sound field program No 2 No 3 or No 4 is selected and the input signal of source is encoded with the Dolby Digital AC 3 except in 2 channels
43. ons 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 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 Dolby Digital AC 3 The built in Dolby Digital AC 3 Decoder leads you into a totally new sound experiences Dolby Digital AC 3 is a new generation of multi channel digital audio technology or the newest spatial sound processing format developed for 35 mm film movies by employing a new kind of low bit rate audio coding Dolby Digital AC 3 is a digital surround sound system that provides completely independent multi channel audio to consumers In multi channel form Dolby Digital AC 3 provides five full range channels in what is sometimes referred to as a 3 2 configuration three front channels left center
44. oor AM antenna In steel buildings or at a great distance from the transmitter it may be necessary to install an outside long wire antenna 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 29 30 CONNECTING SPEAKER SYSTEMS Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge cut as short as possible If the connections are faulty no sound will be heard from the speakers Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct that is and markings are observed If these wires are reversed the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any other metal part as this could damage this unit and or speakers NOTE Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear of this unit Red positive Black negative Unscrew the knob Insert the bare wire Remove approx 5mm 1 4 insulation from the speaker wires Tighten the knob and secure the wire NOTE Banana Plug connections are also possible except Singapore model Simply insert the Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal CONNECTING THE MAIN SPEAKERS TO THIS UNIT One or two sets of MAIN speakers can be connected to this unit Main speaker A Main speaker A If you use two sets of MAIN speakers
45. poor reception quality an outdoor antenna may result in improvement Outdoor AM antenna Indoor FM Outdoor FM antenna antenna included SER AM loop a antenna ie it 7 included 75 ohm 300 ohm antenna adapter 75 ohm coaxial cable 2 2 tn 75 ohm 300 ohm antenna adapter oe 300 ohm feeder 27 28 Connecting the indoor FM antenna Connect the included indoor antenna to the 752 UNBAL FM ANT terminal Q R NOTE If you connect an outdoor FM antenna to this unit do not connect the indoor FM antenna to this unit Connecting the AM loop antenna 1 Press the tab and unlock the terminal hole 2 Connect the AM loop antenna lead wires to the AM ANT and GND terminals 3 Return the tab back to the original position to lock the lead wires Lightly pull on the lead wires to confirm a good connection 4 Attach the loop antenna to the antenna stand Loop antenna Antenna stand A m V 5 Tune to an AM station and then position the loop antenna for best reception Orient the AM loop antenna so that the best reception is obtained Try other stations and find the position that gives the best overall reception NOTES e The AM loop antenna should be placed apart from the main unit The antenna may be hung on a wall e The AM loop antenna should be kept connected even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit
46. r button to enter the displayed station into the memory When this button is pressed and held for about 3 seconds the automatic preset tuning begins Refer to page 52 for details TUNING DOWN UP Button Used for tuning Press the UP side to tune in to higher frequencies and press the DOWN side to tune in to lower frequencies EDIT Button This button is used to exchange the places of two preset stations with each other TUNING MODE AUTO MAN L MONO Switch Press this switch to switch the tuning mode to automatic or manual To select the automatic tuning mode press this switch so that AUTO TUNING lights up on the display panel To select the manual tuning mode press this switch so that AUTO TUNING goes off DELAY C R F SWFR Switch Whenever pressed selects the item of changing delay time center speaker output level rear speaker output level front effect speaker output level and subwoofer output level in turn Depending on a mode of this unit the number of selections is reduced For example when the built in digital sound field processor including the Dolby Pro Logic Decoder or the Dolby Digital AC 3 Decoder is off only the item for changing subwoofer output level can be selected Button Adjusts the level of item selected by pressing the DELAY C R F SWFR switch Moreover performs setting changes and adjustments for functions selected by pressing the SET MENU switch SET
47. 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 19 For US customers only Outdoor Antenna Grounding
48. s are 110 120 220 240 AC 50 60 Hz WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this unit to rain or moisture CAUTION FOR CANADA MODEL TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS 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 IMPORTANT Please record the model and serial number of your 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 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 POWER SWITCH IS PRESSED The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to either end closely If so set the switch to either end closely EE IMPEDANCE SELECTOR General model CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Inside the cover PRECAUTIONS iinei aa ented see EENES 1 GETTING STARTED o41 45 6 ohhanhe ethene Gas nes 3 FEATURES eiccccicccscciteee inthis een a eaa a A a nar 5 SPEAKER SETUP sanea Aces ten Seated e
49. sition you will select Front panel Remote control or 6 Repeat step 4 and 5 to change selections on other functions in the same way 37 38 CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT You can make up a multi room audio video system with this unit In this system this unit and Yamaha audio video units connected to this unit in the main room can be controlled by using the provided Room 2 remote control unit from the second room so that this unit sends audio and video signals different from ones selected in the main room to the amplifier monitor TV etc in the second room CONNECTIONS To use the multi room functions of this unit you need the following additional optional products e An infrared signal receiver for the second room e An infrared emitter in the main room This emitter transmits the infrared signals from the Room 2 remote control unit in the second room to the other components in the main room for example CD player or LD player e An amplifier and speakers for the second room e A video monitor for the second room NOTE Since there are so many ways to connect and use this unit in a multi room installation we recommend that you consult with a custom installation specialist for the Room 2 connections which will best meet your requirements x Some Yamaha models are able to connect directly to this unit via the REMOTE CONTROL OUT jacks If you own these products the use of an infrared emitter
50. stem E E E ae ieri Good for Audio Video sources By the use of center speaker center sounds dialog vocals etc are precisely localized FRONT MIX switch Set to ON See page 22 CENTER SPEAKER Set to NRML or WIDE See page 35 6 Speaker System E EE D FE res Good for sound fields from 2 channel stereo sources When a normal stereo source is played back with the sound field programs No 5 through No 10 a sound effect matching that of a 7 speaker system can be obtained The addition of front left and right effect speakers produces a more effective sound field FRONT MIX switch Set to OFF See page 22 CENTER SPEAKER Set to PHNTM See page 35 7 Speaker System ZZ 2 p ial fra This is the recommended speaker system providing the best sound effects When a normal stereo source is played back with the sound field programs No 5 through No 10 using both sets of effect speakers front and rear reproduces the most effective sound field When using the sound field programs No 1 through No 4 or when using any program with the Dolby Digital AC 3 decoded the center speaker provides precise center localization FRONT MIX switch Set to OFF See page 22 CENTER SPEAKER Set to NRML or WIDE See page 35 11 Speakers and Speaker Placement Your full seven speaker system will require three speaker pairs the
51. tputs If you use one subwoofer connect either of the SUBWOOFER jacks to the INPUT jack of the subwoofer amplifier and connect the speaker terminals of the subwoofer amplifier to the subwoofer COUPLER OUTPUT MAIN CH SUB FRONT PRE MAIN WOOFER EFFECT OUT IN OJ CIG caooo REAR Subwoofer system If you wish to obtain more presence in your listening room the use of two subwoofers is recommended To connect two subwoofers to this unit connect one SUBWOOFER jack to the INPUT jack of the amplifier driving a subwoofer and the other SUBWOOFER jack to the INPUT jack of the amplifier driving the other subwoofer and then connect each subwoofer to the corresponding amplifier COUPLER OUTPUT MAIN CH SU FRONT REAR PRE MAIN WOOFER EFFECT ad CIOS Subwoofer system Subwoofer system With some subwoofers including the Yamaha Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System the amplifier and subwoofer are in the same unit 33 34 Switching the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel Select the position whose requirements your speaker system meets Be sure to switch this only when the power of this unit is turned off IMPEDANCE SELECTOR General model a Upper position Center If you use one center speaker the impedance of the speaker must be 4Q or higher If you use two center sp
52. unctions make the surround sound effect of Dolby Digital AC 3 become the most suitable for your audio system and the listening conditions e Dynamic range sound scale of source can be changed so that it will be suitable for the listening conditions e Output of low bass from any channel can be assigned to either the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals or SUBWOOFER terminals to maximize system performance e Output of LFE can be assigned to either the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals or SUBWOOFER terminals to maximize system performance Dolby Surround DSP CINEMA 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 CINEMA DSP 7ch The YAMAHA CINEMA DSP logo indicates those programs are created by the combination of Dolby Surround and YAMAHA DSP technology D
53. ur functions to determine the method of distributing output signals to speakers suitable for your audio system When speaker connections are all completed select a proper position on each function to make the best use of your speaker system 4 CENTER SPEAKER 5 REAR SPEAKER 6 MAIN SPEAKER 7 LFE BASS OUT DESCRIPTION OF EACH FUNCTION 4 CENTER SPEAKER Choices NRML WIDE PHNTM Preset position NRML NRML Normal Select this position when you use a center speaker that is smaller than the main speakers In this position low bass signals below 90 Hz at the center channel are output from the main speakers or the SUBWOOFER jacks if the SMALL position is selected on 6 MAIN SPEAKER and the SWFR position is selected on 7 LFE BASS OUT WIDE Select this position when your center speaker is approximately the same size as the main speakers PHNTM Phantom Select this position when you do not have a center speaker The center channel sound will be output from the left and right main speakers 5 REAR SPEAKER Choices SMALL LARGE Preset position SMALL SMALL Select this position if your rear speakers do not have a high ability for bass reproduction In this position low bass signals below 90 Hz at the rear channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks or the main speakers if the MAIN position is selected on 7 LFE BASS OUT LARGE Select this position if your rear speakers
54. uted from other channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks When the LARGE position is selected on 6 MAIN SPEAKER in the SWFR position no signal is distributed from the main channels to the SUBWOOFER jacks however in the BOTH position low bass signals from the main channels are output to both of the main speakers and the SUBWOOFER jacks METHOD OF CHANGING SELECTIONS Operations should be made watching information on this unit s display panel or the monitor screen 1 Turn the power of this unit on If you want to display information on the monitor turn the power of the monitor on Front panel i Ly If you will use the remote control unit set the TIME LEVEL SET MENU switch to the SET MENU position on the remote control unit NOTE Be sure to use the remote control unit with the lid open Remote control TIME LEVEL i j SET MENU 2 Press once or more until 4 CENTER SPEAKER appears on the display Front panel Remote control 3 Press or once or more so that the arrow points the position you will select Remote control Front panel or 4 Press once or more until the title of another function on which you will change the selection appears on the display Front panel Remote control MENU 5 or 5 Press or once or more so that the arrow points the po
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