U RX-V557 AV Receiver OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS d) 20 21 22 23 If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Allow ventilation space of at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the left and right, and 20 cm on the back of this unit.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS FEATURES............................................................. 2 GETTING STARTED............................................ 3 SOUND FIELD PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS...............................................51 Supplied accessories .................................................. 3 Installing batteries in the remote control ................... 3 For movie/video sources.......................................... 51 For music sources ........
FEATURES FEATURES Built-in 6-channel power amplifier Other features ◆ Minimum RMS output power (0.
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION Supplied accessories Please check that you received all of the following parts. Remote control CODE SET TRANSMIT Batteries (4) (AAA, R03, UM-4) SYSTEM POWER POWER STANDBY POWER TV AV CD MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP DVD DTV/CBL V-AUX MULTI CH IN AM loop antenna 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter (U.K. model only) AMP VCR TV VOL TV CH TV MUTE TV INPUT STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR. DIRECT ST.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (U.S.A. model) VOLUME PRESET/TUNING EDIT FM/AM SEARCH MODE XM A/B/C/D/E NEXT l PRESET/TUNING/CH h MEMORY TUNING MODE MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L MONO LEVEL CATEGORY DISPLAY PROGRAM INPUT PHONES SPEAKERS A B STRAIGHT TONE CONTROL MULTI CH INPUT INPUT MODE STANDBY /ON VIDEO AUX VIDEO L AUDIO R EFFECT SILENT CINEMA ZONE ON/OFF MAIN ZONE 2 0 A BC D E F G H I J K (U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 9 VOLUME Controls the output level of all audio channels. This does not affect the REC OUT level. A SPEAKERS A/B Turns on or off the set of front speakers connected to the A and/or B terminals on the rear panel each time the corresponding button is pressed. J MAIN Switches this unit’s operation to control the component in the main room (see page 69). K ZONE 2 Switches this unit’s operation to control the component in the second room (Zone 2) (see page 69).
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Remote control This section describes the function of each control on the remote control used to control this unit. To operate other components, see “REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES” on page 65. 1 2 3 CODE SET TRANSMIT SYSTEM STANDBY POWER MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP DTV/CBL V-AUX MULTI CH IN POWER POWER TV AV CD DVD 0 2 CODE SET Use to set up remote control codes (see page 66). A 3 Input selector buttons Select the input source and change the control area.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS C SLEEP Sets the sleep timer. The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on the main unit during operation. E AMP Selects the AMP mode. You must select the AMP mode to control the main unit. F VOLUME +/– Increases or decreases the volume level. G MUTE Mutes the sound. Press again to restore the audio output to the previous volume level. H STRAIGHT (EFFECT), ENT.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel display 1 t 2 96 24 MATRIX DISCRETE q DIGITAL q EX q PL q PL PCM q PL x C 3 VCR 4 5 V-AUX 6 DTV/CBL 7 DVD MD/CD-R 90 TUNER A B CD YPAO HD AUTO TUNED STEREO MEMORY MUTE VOLUME VIRTUAL SILENT CINEMA SP AB STANDARD ZONE2 NIGHT 8 HiFi DSP XM PTY HOLD PS PTY RT CT EON SLEEP dB ft 96/24 DUAL L C R mS LFE SL SB SR dB E FG D H I J KL M N (U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS K 96/24 indicator Lights up when a DTS 96/24 signal is input to this unit. INTRODUCTION L LFE indicator Lights up when the input signal contains the LFE signal. M Input channel indicators/speaker indicators Indicate the channel components of the current digital input signal. Indicate the number of speakers connected in SPEAKERS (page 23), or indicate the channel being adjusted in SP LEVEL (page 59). ■ U.S.A., Canada, Australia, U.K.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 TUNER 75Ω UNBAL. FM ANT COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR GND AM ANT DVD MULTI CH INPUT R L DIGITAL OUTPUT MD/CD-R AUDIO R VIDEO L VIDEO S VIDEO XM/DT XM DTV/ CBL FRONT DVD AC OUTLETS REMOTE OPTICAL MD/CD-R SWITCHED MONITOR OUT DTV/ CBL SURROUND IN CONTROL OUT CENTER SUB WOOFER OUT IN +12V 15mA MAX.
SPEAKER SETUP SPEAKER SETUP Surround speakers (SR and SL) Speaker placement The speaker layout below shows the standard ITU-R* speaker setting. You can use it to enjoy CINEMA DSP and multi-channel audio sources. * ITU-R is the radio communication sector of the ITU (International Telecommunication Union). C Surround back speaker (SB) The surround back speaker supplements the surround speakers and provides for more realistic front-to-back transitions.
SPEAKER SETUP Speaker connections 5 Tighten the knob to secure the wire. Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. 3 4 5 CAUTION • If you will use 4 or 6 ohm speakers, be sure to set this unit’s speaker impedance setting to 4 ohms before using (see page 21).
SPEAKER SETUP Front speakers (A) Right Left Subwoofer system 1 Surround speakers Right Left 3 + – – 6 7 PREPARATION 2 SPEAKERS + + + – – A R L SURROUND B + + + – – R FRONT + – – L CENTER SURROUND BACK (U.S.A. model) Front speakers (B) 4 5 Center speaker Surround back speaker ■ FRONT terminals Connect one or two speaker systems (2, 3) to these terminals. If you use only one speaker system, connect it to the FRONT A or B terminals.
CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS Before connecting components CAUTION Do not connect this unit or other components to the mains power until all connections between components are complete. Dust protection cap Pull out the cap from the optical jack before you connect the fiber optic cable. Do not discard the cap. When you are not using the optical jack, be sure to put the cap back in place. This cap protects the jack from dust.
CONNECTIONS Connecting video components ■ Connections for DVD playback Note Be sure to connect your video source components in the same way you connect your video monitor to this unit if V. CONV. (see page 61) is set to OFF. For example, if you connect your video monitor to this unit using a VIDEO connection, connect your video source components to this unit using the VIDEO connections. (Even when V. CONV.
CONNECTIONS ■ Connecting to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (left and right FRONT, CENTER, left and right SURROUND and SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from a multi-format player, external decoder, sound processor or preamplifier. Connect the output jacks on your multi-format player or external decoder to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks. Be sure to match the left and right outputs to the left and right input jacks for the front and surround channels. (U.S.A.
CONNECTIONS ■ Connections for other video components Notes • Be sure to connect your video source components in the same way you connect your video monitor to this unit if V. CONV. (see page 61) is set to OFF. For example, if you connect your video monitor to this unit using a VIDEO connection, connect your video source components to this unit using the VIDEO connections. (Even when V. CONV.
CONNECTIONS Connecting audio components ■ Connections for audio components (U.S.A.
CONNECTIONS Connecting the FM and AM antennas Both FM and AM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals. AM loop antenna (included) Indoor FM antenna (included) Notes • The AM loop antenna should be placed away from this unit. • The AM loop antenna should always be connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
CONNECTIONS Connecting the power supply cord ■ Connecting the AC power cord ■ Memory back-up Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet. The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost even if this unit is in the standby mode. However if the power cord is disconnected from the AC wall outlet, or the power supply is cut for more than one week, the stored data will be lost. ■ AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED) U.K. and Australia models .................................... 1 outlet Korea model ..
CONNECTIONS Speaker impedance setting Turning on the power When all connections are complete, turn on the power of this unit. CAUTION If you are using 4 or 6 ohm speakers, set the impedance to 4 or 6 ohms as follows before turning on the power. (U.S.A. model) Be sure this unit is in the standby mode.
BASIC SETUP BASIC SETUP The basic setup feature is a useful way to set up your system quickly and with minimal effort. 3 Press ENTER to enter BASIC SETUP. y PRESET/CH • If you wish to configure the unit manually using more precise adjustments, use the detailed parameters in SOUND MENU (page 58) instead of using BASIC SETUP. • Altering any parameters in BASIC SETUP will reset all parameters in SOUND MENU. • Initial settings are indicated in bold for each parameter. ENTER A-E/CAT.
BASIC SETUP 7 Press d to display the SPEAKERS parameter. 11 Press ENTER to confirm your selection. PRESET/CH PRESET/CH ENTER A-E/CAT. ENTER A-E/CAT. If you selected SET, you hear a test tone from each speaker in turn. “CHECK:TestTone” appears in the front panel display for a few seconds, then “CHECK: OK?”. Press j / i to select the number of speakers you connected. CHECK:TestTone SPEAKERS..
BASIC SETUP ■ To balance the speaker levels Perform the following steps after step 13 (see page 23). VCR V-AUX DTV/CBL DVD MD/CD-R TUNER CD VOLUME SP A dB L C R SL SR The unit outputs the test tone from the selected speaker and the left front (or left surround) speaker in turn. The indicator of the speaker currently outputting the test tone blinks in the front panel display. 14 Press d / u to select a speaker, then use j / i to adjust the balance. The control range is from +10 dB to –10 dB.
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK Basic operations 4 (U.S.A. model) Select the input source. Use INPUT (or press one of the input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the input you desire.
PLAYBACK ■ To adjust the tone 7 Select a sound field program if desired. Rotate PROGRAM (or press AMP to select the AMP mode, then press one of the sound field program buttons on the remote control) to select a sound field program. (See page 51 for details about sound field programs.) PROGRAM Front panel You can adjust the tonal quality of your front left and right speakers or headphones (when connected).
PLAYBACK ■ Selecting MULTI CH INPUT Press MULTI CH INPUT (or MULTI CH IN on the remote control) so that “MULTI CH INPUT” appears in the front panel display. Selecting sound field programs ■ Front panel operation (U.S.A.
PLAYBACK ■ Remote control operation CODE SET TRANSMIT TV VOL TV CH ■ Enjoying multi-channel software If you connected a surround back speaker, use this feature to enjoy 6.1-channel playback for multi-channel sources using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES decoders. VOLUME SYSTEM POWER AMP POWER STANDBY POWER TV AV CD MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP DVD DTV/CBL V-AUX MULTI CH IN TV INPUT MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR. DIRECT ST.
PLAYBACK When you select the SUR. STANDARD program: Notes • Some 6.1-channel compatible discs do not have a signal (flag) which this unit can automatically detect. When playing these kinds of discs with 6.1-channel, select a decoder manually (PLIIx Music, EX/ES or EX). • 6.1-channel playback is not possible even if EXTD SUR. is pressed in the following cases: – When “SUR. LR” (see page 58) or “SUR. B” (see page 58) is set to NONE. – When the source connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jack is being played.
PLAYBACK ■ Listening to high fidelity stereo sound (Direct Stereo) ■ Night listening modes Direct Stereo allows you to bypass this unit’s decoders and DSP processors to enjoy pure high fidelity sound from 2channel PCM and analog sources. The night listening modes are designed to improve listenability at lower volumes or at night. Choose either NIGHT:CINEMA or NIGHT:MUSIC depending on the type of material you are playing. Rotate PROGRAM (or press AMP to select the AMP mode, then press DIRECT ST.
PLAYBACK ■ Downmixing to 2 channels ■ Virtual CINEMA DSP You can enjoy 2-channel stereo playback even from multichannel sources. Virtual CINEMA DSP allows you to enjoy the CINEMA DSP programs without surround speakers. It creates virtual speakers to reproduce the natural sound field. If you set “SUR. LR” to NONE (see page 58), Virtual CINEMA DSP activates automatically whenever you select a CINEMA DSP sound field program.
PLAYBACK Notes Selecting input modes • When playing a DTS-CD/LD, be sure to set INPUT MODE to DTS. • If the digital output data of the player has been processed in any way, you may not be able to perform DTS decoding even if you make a digital connection between this unit and the player depending on the player. This unit comes with a variety of input jacks. Do the following to select the type of input signals you want to use. 1 Rotate INPUT to select the input source.
PLAYBACK 3 Press u / d to display the following information about the input signal. PRESET/CH ENTER A-E/CAT. (Format) in fs flg Signal format display. When the unit cannot detect a digital signal it automatically switches to analog input. Number of source channels in the input signal. For example, a multi-channel soundtrack with 3 front channels, 2 surround channels and LFE, is displayed as “3/2/LFE”. Sampling frequency. When the unit is unable to detect the sampling frequency “Unknown” appears.
FM/AM TUNING FM/AM TUNING Automatic and manual tuning 3 There are 2 tuning methods; automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference. TUNING MODE AUTO/MAN'L MONO ■ Automatic tuning FM/AM XM A/B/C/D/E l PRESET/TUNING/CH h NEXT MEMORY TUNING MODE MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L MONO Lights up If a colon (:) appears in the front panel display, tuning is not possible. Press PRESET/TUNING (EDIT) to turn the colon (:) off.
FM/AM TUNING ■ Manual tuning If the signal from the station you want to select is weak, tune into it manually. Manually tuning into an FM station will automatically switch the tuner to monaural reception to increase the signal quality. 1 Select TUNER and the reception band following steps 1 and 2 as described in “Automatic tuning”. 2 Press TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L MONO) so that the AUTO indicator disappears from the front panel display.
FM/AM TUNING ■ Manually presetting stations 3 Press and hold MEMORY (MAN’L/AUTO FM) for more than 3 seconds. The preset number, the MEMORY and AUTO indicators flash. After about 5 seconds, automatic presetting starts from the frequency currently displayed and proceeds toward the higher frequencies. You can also store up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) manually. (U.S.A.
FM/AM TUNING 4 Press PRESET/TUNING/CH l / h to select a preset station number (1 to 8) while the MEMORY indicator is flashing. Press h to select a higher preset station number. Press l to select a lower preset station number. Selecting preset stations You can tune any desired station simply by selecting the preset station number under which it was stored. (U.S.A.
FM/AM TUNING 2 Press PRESET/TUNING/CH l / h (or PRESET/CH u / d on the remote control) to select a preset station number (1 to 8). The preset group and number appear in the front panel display along with the station band, frequency and the TUNED indicator lights up. Exchanging preset stations You can exchange the assignment of two preset stations with each other. The example below describes the procedure for exchanging preset station “E1” with “A5”. (U.S.A.
FM/AM TUNING 3 Select preset station “A5” using A/B/C/D/E and PRESET/TUNING/CH l / h. “A5” and the MEMORY indicator flash in the front panel display. A/B/C/D/E l PRESET/TUNING/CH h NEXT LEVEL CATEGORY VCR V-AUX DTV/CBL DVD MD/CD-R TUNER TUNED CD MEMORY SP A 4 BASIC OPERATION Press PRESET/TUNING (EDIT) again. The stations stored at the two preset assignments are exchanged.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING What is XM Satellite Radio? XM Satellite Radio is the satellite radio service with millions of listeners across the U.S., broadcasting live daily.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING ■ Remote control functions XM Satellite Radio functions Note This section describes the functions of each control used for XM Satellite Radio tuning. ■ Front panel functions The following controls are only available when the unit is in the TUNER mode. To switch to the TUNER mode, press TUNER to select TUNER as the input source.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING Activating XM Satellite Radio 3 To sign up for an account with the XM Satellite Radio service, an XM Satellite Radio ID number is required. Follow the procedure below to check your ID number, and then access the website at “http://activate.xmradio.com” or call “1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346)” with a major credit card for signing up.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING ■ Switching XM information Basic XM Satellite Radio operations You can display XM information (such as channel number/name, category, or artist name/song title) for the channel currently selected in the front panel display.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING XM Satellite Radio search modes 3 You can search for the channel you want to listen to using one of three search modes. You can also enter the number directly to select the desired channel. (For details, see “Direct Number Access mode” on page 46.) To change the channel category, press CATEGORY (or A-E/CAT. j / i on the remote control) repeatedly. PRESET/CH A/B/C/D/E or ■ All Channel Search mode ENTER CATEGORY A-E/CAT.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING ■ Category Search mode PRESET/TUNING EDIT FM/AM SEARCH MODE XM A/B/C/D/E ■ Preset Search mode l PRESET/TUNING/CH h NEXT SPEAKERS TUNING MODE AUTO/MAN'L MONO LEVEL CATEGORY DISPLAY PROGRAM A MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM STRAIGHT Prior to selecting a preset channel in the Preset Search mode, you should preset XM Satellite Radio channels. For details, see “Setting XM Satellite Radio preset channels” on page 47.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING ■ Direct Number Access mode 3 TV VOL TV CH Press the numeric buttons to enter the desired channel number. For example, to enter the number 123, press the numeric buttons as shown below. VOLUME TV MUTE TV INPUT STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR. DIRECT ST. MUTE 3 5 6 A SPEAKERS B 9 MOVIE 7 8 NIGHT STRAIGHT 0 10 EFFECT PRESET/CH LEVEL SET MENU TITLE MENU SRCH MODE BAND STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 2 ENT.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING Setting XM Satellite Radio preset channels 3 You can use this feature to store up to 40 XM Satellite Radio channels (eight preset numbers in five preset groups, A1 to E8). You can then recall any preset channel easily by selecting the preset group and number as described in “Preset Search mode” on page 45. While the MEMORY indicator is flashing, press CATEGORY (or A-E/CAT. j / i on the remote control) to select a preset group (A to E). The group letter appears.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING 5 While the MEMORY indicator is flashing, press MEMORY on the unit (or the remote control) to preset the selected XM Satellite Radio channel. A colon appears next to the preset number for confirmation, and the MEMORY indicator turns off.
XM SATELLITE RADIO TUNING ■ Status and error messages If an operation takes longer than usual or an error occurs, one of the following messages may appear in the front panel display. In this case, read the cause and follow the corresponding remedies. Message Cause Remedy The XM Connect and Play digital antenna accessory is not connected, or does not work properly. • Check the XM Connect and Play digital antenna accessory connections. UPDATING The XM user encryption code is being updated.
RECORDING RECORDING Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording components. Refer to the operating instructions for those components. (U.S.A.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS SOUND FIELD PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS This unit is equipped with a variety of precise digital decoders that allow you to enjoy multi-channel playback from almost any sound source (stereo or multi-channel). This unit is also equipped with a YAMAHA digital sound field processing (DSP) chip containing several sound field programs which you can use to enhance your playback experience.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Remote control button Program MOVIE THEATER: Spectacle CINEMA DSP processing. This program creates the extremely wide sound field of a 70-mm movie theater. It precisely reproduces the source sound in detail, making both the video and the sound field incredibly real. This is ideal for any kind of video source encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS (especially large-scale movie productions). MOVIE THEATER: Sci-Fi CINEMA DSP processing.
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS For music sources You can select from the following sound fields when playing music sources, like CD, FM/AM broadcasting, tapes, etc. Program selection methods vary depending on sound field program types. For details on how to select sound field programs, see “Selecting sound field programs” on pages 27 to 31. Remote control button Program Features STEREO: 2ch Stereo 2-channel (left and right) playback.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ADVANCED OPERATIONS ■ Canceling the sleep timer Using the sleep timer Use this feature to automatically set this unit in the standby mode after a certain amount of time. The sleep timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this unit is playing or recording a source. The sleep timer also automatically turns off any external components connected to AC OUTLET(S).
ADVANCED OPERATIONS Manually adjusting speaker levels You can adjust the output level of each speaker while listening to a music source. This is also possible when playing sources through the MULTI CH INPUT jacks. Please note that this operation will override the level adjustments made in “BASIC SETUP” (page 22) and “SP LEVEL” (page 59). AMP VCR TV VOL TV CH 1 VOLUME TV MUTE TV INPUT STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR. DIRECT ST.
SET MENU SET MENU You can use the following parameters in SET MENU to adjust a variety of system settings and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment. ■ BASIC SETUP Use to quickly setup basic system parameters (see page 22). ■ MANUAL SETUP Use to adjust speaker and system settings manually.
SET MENU Using SET MENU 6 Press ENTER to enter the displayed menu. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to navigate to and enter the items you want to adjust. To return to the previous menu level, press RETURN. 1 7 Press u / d to select the item you want to adjust, then press j / i to change the setting of the item. Repeat this operation to select and adjust each setting. To return to the previous menu level, press RETURN. 2,8 8 To exit, press SET MENU when finished.
SET MENU 1 SOUND MENU Use to manually adjust any speaker setting or compensate for video signal processing delays when using LCD monitors or projectors. Most of the SOUND MENU parameters are set automatically when you perform “BASIC SETUP” (see page 22). ■ Speaker settings A)SPEAKER SET Use to manually adjust any speaker setting. y If you are not satisfied with the bass sounds from your speakers, you can change these settings according to your preference.
SET MENU ■ Speaker level B)SP LEVEL Use these settings to manually balance the level of each speaker selected in SPEAKER SET (page 58). Choices: –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB • FL adjusts the balance of the front left speaker. • FR adjusts the balance of the front right speaker. • C adjusts the balance of the center speaker. • SL adjusts the balance of the surround left speaker. • SR adjusts the balance of the surround right speaker. • SB adjusts the balance of the surround back speaker.
SET MENU ■ Audio settings G)AUDIO SET Use to customize this units overall audio settings. Muting type MUTE TYP. Use to adjust how much the mute function reduces the output volume. Choices: FULL, –20dB • Select FULL to completely halt all output of sound. • Select –20dB to reduce the current volume by 20 dB. Audio delay A. DELAY Use to delay the sound output and synchronize it with the video image. This may be necessary when using certain LCD monitors or projectors. Choices: 0 to 160 ms Tone bypass TC.
SET MENU ■ Input rename C)INPUT RENAME Use this feature to change the name of the inputs in the front panel display. 1 Press an input selector button to select the input you want to change the name of. 2 Press AMP. 3 Press j / i to place the _ (under-bar) under the space or the character you want to edit. 4 Press u / d to select the character you want, then use j / i to move to the next space. • You can use up to 8 characters for each input.
SET MENU ■ Parameter initialization C)PARAM. INI Use this feature to initialize the parameters for each sound field program within a sound field program group. When you initialize a sound field program group, all of the parameter values within that group revert to their initial settings. Press the corresponding numeric button for the sound field program that you want to initialize.
ADVANCED SETUP MENU ADVANCED SETUP MENU The ADVANCED SETUP menu is displayed in the front panel display. 3 y • During the advanced setup procedure, audio output is muted. • During the advanced setup procedure, only the STANDBY/ON, STRAIGHT (EFFECT) buttons, and PROGRAM selector on the front panel are available for operation. CAUTION Be sure to set the speaker impedance before using this unit to play back audio or video signals. (U.S.A.
ADVANCED SETUP MENU ■ ADVANCED SETUP menu items Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment. Speaker impedance SP IMP. Use to switch the speaker impedance for this unit. Choices: 8 Ω MIN, 4 Ω MIN • Select 8 Ω MIN to set the speaker impedance to 8 Ω . • Select 4 Ω MIN to set the speaker impedance to 4 Ω . SP IMP. Speaker Front If you use two sets (A and B), the impedance of each speaker must be 8 Ω or higher.
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES In addition to controlling this unit, the remote control can also operate other A/V components made by YAMAHA and other manufacturers. To control other components, you must set up remote control with the appropriate remote control codes. Control area ■ Controlling this unit ■ Controlling other components The shaded areas below can be used to control this unit when the AMP mode is selected. Press AMP to activate the AMP mode.
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Setting remote control codes 1 You can control other components by setting the appropriate remote control codes. Codes can be set up for each input area. For a complete list of available remote control codes, refer to “LIST OF REMOTE CONTROL CODES” at the end of this manual. Press an input selector button or / to select the component you want to set up.
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Controlling other components Once you set the appropriate remote control codes, you can use this remote to control your other components. Note that some buttons may not correctly operate the selected component. Use the input selector buttons to select the component you want to operate. The remote control automatically switches to the appropriate control mode for that component. 1 2 CODE SET TRANSMIT STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN 1 2 3 4 STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR. DIRECT ST.
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Switching library codes You can select the unit you want to operate with the remote control by entering the library code. 1 Press CODE SET using a ballpoint pen or similar object. The TRANSMIT indicator on the remote control blinks twice. Clearing set up remote control codes 1 Press an input selector button or / to select the component control for which you want to clear the remote control code.
ZONE 2 (U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA, U.K. AND EUROPE MODELS ONLY) ZONE 2 (U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA, U.K. AND EUROPE MODELS ONLY) This unit allows you to configure a multi-room audio system. You can control this unit from the second room using the supplied remote control. Only analog signals are sent to the second room. Any source you want to listen to in the second room must be connected using the analog (AUDIO L/R) input jacks on this unit.
ZONE 2 (U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA, U.K. AND EUROPE MODELS ONLY) Remote controlling Zone 2 The supplied remote control can be used to control Zone 2. You can even select the input source and control components located in the main room directly from the second room regardless of the listening condition in the main room. ■ To control Zone 2 1 Press to set the remote control to Zone 2. The TRANSMIT indicator on the remote control lights up while the remote control is in Zone 2 mode.
ZONE 2 (U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA, U.K. AND EUROPE MODELS ONLY) ■ To control the power of the main unit and Zone 2 unit To turn all units (the main unit and Zone 2 unit) to standby: While holding down AMP, press STANDBY. To turn on all units (the main unit and Zone 2 unit): While holding down AMP, press SYSTEM POWER. y STANDBY and SYSTEM POWER work differently depending on the selected mode. Mode TRANSMIT indicator STANDBY/ SYSTEM POWER Press STANDBY to turn the main unit to standby.
EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS What is a sound field What really creates the rich, full tones of a live instrument are the multiple reflections from the walls of the room. In addition to making the sound “live”, these reflections enable us to tell where the player is situated, and the size and shape of the room in which we are sitting. Changing parameter settings You can enjoy good quality sound with the factory preset parameters.
EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS 5 Repeat steps 2 through 4 as necessary to change other program parameters. Note You cannot change parameter values when “MEMORY GUARD” is set to ON. If you want to change the parameter values, set “MEMORY GUARD” to OFF (see page 61). Memory back-up The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from being lost even if this unit is set in the standby mode, the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, or the power supply is temporarily cut due to power failure.
SOUND FIELD PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS SOUND FIELD PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS You can adjust the values of certain digital sound field parameters so the sound fields are recreated accurately in your listening room. Not all of the following parameters are found in every program. ■ DSP LEVEL (DSP level) Function: Description: Control range: Adjusts the level of all the DSP effect sounds within a narrow range.
SOUND FIELD PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS For 6ch Stereo: Function: Control range: These parameters adjust the volume level for each channel in 6-channel stereo mode. 0 to 100% ■ CT LEVEL (Center level) ■ SL LEVEL (Surround left level) ■ SR LEVEL (Surround right level) ■ SB LEVEL (Surround back level) For PRO LOGIC IIx Music and PRO LOGIC II Music: ■ PANORAMA (Panorama) Function: Choices: Sends stereo signals to the surround speakers as well as the front speakers for a wraparound effect.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit to the standby mode, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. ■ General Problem This unit fails to turn on when STANDBY/ ON (or SYSTEM POWER) is pressed, or enters the standby mode soon after the power has been turned on.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The sound suddenly goes off. Cause Remedy Refer to page Check that the impedance selector setting is correct. 64 Check that the speaker wires are not touching each other and then turn this unit back on. — The sleep timer has turned the unit off. Turn on the power, and play the source again. — The sound is muted. Press MUTE to cancel a mute. 26 Only the speaker on one side can be heard. Incorrect cable connections. Connect the cables properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page Dolby Digital or DTS sources cannot be played. (Dolby Digital or DTS indicator in the front panel display does not light up.) The connected component is not set to output Dolby Digital or DTS digital signals. Make an appropriate setting following the operating instructions for your component. — The input mode is set to ANALOG. Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS. 32 A “humming” sound can be heard. Incorrect cable connections.
TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Tuner Problem Cause FM stereo reception is noisy. FM AM Remedy Refer to page The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. Check the antenna connections. Try using a high-quality directional FM antenna. 19 Use the manual tuning method. 35 There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. There is multipath interference.
RESETTING THE FACTORY PRESETS RESETTING THE FACTORY PRESETS If you want to reset all of your unit’s parameters for any reason, do the following. This procedure completely resets ALL parameters, including the SET MENU, level, assign and tuner presets. 3 Press STRAIGHT (EFFECT) to select the desired setting. STRAIGHT Be sure this unit is in standby mode. EFFECT (U.S.A.
GLOSSARY GLOSSARY Audio formats ■ Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a digital surround sound system that gives you completely independent multi-channel audio. With 3 front channels (left, center, and right), and 2 surround stereo channels, Dolby Digital provides 5 full-range audio channels. With an additional channel especially for bass effects, called LFE (low frequency effect), the system has a total of 5.1-channels (LFE is counted as 0.1 channel).
GLOSSARY Sound field programs Audio information ■ CINEMA DSP ■ ITU-R Since the Dolby Surround and DTS systems were originally designed for use in movie theaters, their effect is best felt in a theater having many speakers and designed for acoustic effects. Since home conditions, such as room size, wall material, number of speakers, and so on, can differ so widely, it’s inevitable that there are differences in the sound heard as well.
GLOSSARY Video signal information ■ Component video signal With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for the luminance and the PB and PR signals for the chrominance. Color can be reproduced more faithfully with this system because each of these signals is independent. The component signal is also called the “color difference signal” because the luminance signal is subtracted from the color signal.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION VIDEO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power for Front, Center, Surround, Surround back 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 Ω....................................... 90 W • Video Signal Type .......................................................... PAL/NTSC • Maximum Power (EIAJ) [Asia, Korea and General models] 1 kHz, 10% THD, 8 Ω ......................................................... 130 W • Dynamic Power (IHF) 8/6/4/2 Ω ...........................................
LIST OF REMOTE CONTROL CODES TV A TANDY 0941 ABEX 1151 ADMIRA 1141 ADVENTURA 1131 AIKO 1121 AIWA 1481 AKAI 0331, 1101, 1111 ALBA 0431 ALLERON 1091 AMBASSADOR 1081 AMSTRAD 0481, 1081 ANAM 0251, 1041, 1051, 1061, 1071 ANAM NATIONAL 1041 AOC 0361, 1021, 1031, 1111, 1161 ARCHER 1161 AUDIOSONIC 1001 AUDIOVOX 1051, 1161 BAUER 0441 BAUR 1001 BEIJING 1511, 1551, 1561 BELCOR 1031 BELL & HOWELL 0981, 0991 BEON 1001 BRADFORD 1051 BROCKWOOD 1031 BROKSONIC 1161 BUSH 1001 CANDLE 0351, 0361, 0961, 0971, 1111, 1131 CAPEHA
SONTEC SONY 1001 0371, 0451, 0661, 0841, 0951, 1281, 1441 SOUNDESIGN 0861, 0961, 1051, 1091 SOUNDWAVE 1001 SPECTRICON 1161 SQUAREVIEW 0481 SSS 1031, 1051 STAR-LITE 1051 SUPREM 0951 SUPRE-MACY 1131 SURPA 0351, 0971 SYLVANIA 0101, 0361, 0441, 0581, 0591, 0601, 0611, 0631, 0961, 1111 SYMPHONIC 0481 SYSLINE 1001 TANDY 0271, 0431, 1141 TATUNG 0271, 0881, 1001, 1041, 1161 TCL 1561, 1631, 1701 TECHNICS 0751 TECHWOOD 0351, 0751, 0971 TEKNIKA 0101, 0351, 0571, 0931, 0941, 0961, 0971, 0991, 1031, 1051, 1091, 1121, 1
MITSUBISHI 0452, 0462, 0542, 0762, 0952, 1082 MOTOROLA 0472, 0932 MTC 0922, 0992 MULTITECH 0852, 0992 NAD 0442 NEC 0122, 0202, 0292, 0422, 0432, 0542, 0632 NIKKO 0912 NOBLEX 0922 OLYMPUS 0412, 0932 OPTIMUS 0442, 0472, 0912 OPTONICA 0402 ORION 0212, 0722, 0742, 0772 OSAKI 0912 PANASONIC 0012, 0052, 0092, 0222, 0372, 0382, 0392, 0412, 0932 PENNY 0202, 0432, 0602, 0632, 0692, 0912, 0922, 0932 PENTAX 0592, 0602 PERDIO 0992 PHILCO 0002, 0932 PHILIPS 0002, 0282, 0402, 0492, 0932 PILOT 0912 PIONEER 0442, 0542 PRO
YAMAHA 0024, 0394, 0404, 0514 TAPE DECK AIWA AKAI CARVER DENON FISHER GARRARD JVC KENWOOD MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MITSUBISHI OPTIMUS ONKYO PHILIPS PIONEER REVOX SANSUI SHARP SHERWOOD SONY TEAC TECHNICS VICTOR WARDS YAMAHA 0094, 0214, 0224 0184 0094 0304 0144 0194, 0204 0274, 0284, 0294 0124, 0134, 0154, 0234, 0244, 0264 0094 0094, 0344 0184 0034, 0064, 0204, 0334 0364, 0374 0094 0034, 0044, 0064 0354 0094, 0344 0264 0334 0054, 0084, 0324 0194, 0254 0074, 0314 0294 0034 0004, 0014, 0104, 0114, 0164, 0174, 0264
