UB DVD HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM DVX-S120 (DVR-S120+NX-S120+NX-C120+NX-SW120) DVD RECEIVER DVR-S120 YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. • 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings.
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CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This product is a DVD home theater sound system consisting of the components shown on the table. Please check to make sure that all of the components listed in the table are included. Model name Category No.
In a few steps, a whole new world of DVD will open up. Settle into your favorite place on the sofa and let the show begin. LET’S GET THINGS READY! ➡Page 6, “Preparation” Decide on a place for the speakers, perform a few simple connections, and that’s all there is to it. • Connecting Speakers and TV to CinemaStation couldn’t be easier. • Connecting the Speaker Cables with one touch colored connectors.
Enjoy playing A VARIETY OF DISCS! ➡Page 28, “Playing Video and Music Discs” In 3 short steps, play everything from commercial CDs to your own homemade discs. Connect Speakers Play a disc Select a sound field • Enjoy playing all types of discs including audio and video CDs and MP3 music recorded on CD-Rs. • Create the sound and ambience to match the music you are listening to, whether it be the excitement of a nightclub or the acoustics of a concert hall.
CONTENTS Basic Preparation Playing back a DVD Introduction Page 6 About this Manual Page 6 Supplied Accessories Page 6 Preparing the Remote Control Page 7 Preparing the Speakers Page 7 Placing the Speakers Page 7 Connecting the Speakers and TV Page 8 Basic Operations Viewing a DVD Page 10 Useful Features Page 13 Selecting the Audio Language Page 13 Selecting the Subtitle Language Page 13 Moving Forward and Backward Page 13 Adjusting the Audio Volume Page 13 Pausing Playback Page 13 Switching the View
Listening to the Radio Connecting the Antennas Page 38 Listening to the Radio Page 39 Selecting the Radio Tuner Page 39 Selecting Radio Stations Page 39 Setting Channels in Advance (Preset) Page 41 Selecting a Preset Station (Preset Tuning) Page 43 Changing the Order of Preset Stations Page 43 Receiving RDS Stations (U.K.
Preparation Introduction Your DVD Home Theater Sound System DVX-S120 consists of the following components. DVD Receiver (DVR-S120) 1 unit Speaker Set (NX-P120) Satellite Speakers (Front, Surround) (NX-S120) 4 units Center Speaker (NX-C120) 1 unit Subwoofer (NX-SW120) 1 unit Explanations in this Owner’s Manual are based on DVX-S120 (DVD Receiver (DVR-S120) and Speaker Set (NXP120)). If you use speakers other than NX-P120, make sure to set the speaker size and volume level in advance.
Preparation Preparing the Remote Control Put the batteries in the Remote Control. Check +/polarity B asic Press the h mark and slide off the back cover. Insert the two supplied batteries (AA, R06, UM-3) into the battery compartment. Close the back cover. Press h Preparation Preparing the Speakers The Front Speakers, Surround Speakers, Center Speaker and Subwoofer have special roles based on the type of sound each produces. • The Front Speakers produce front channel sound (stereo) and sound effects.
Preparation Connecting the Speakers and TV Please ... Connect the power cord after connecting the speakers and TV. Connect the cable core with the color band near the tip to the + connector. Be careful, if you reverse the cables, the sound will be unnatural. 3 2 Cable core Color band Speaker Cable (Red) 1 Lever 1 Press the lever down. 2 Insert the speaker cable core into the hole. 3 Release the lever and the lever will snap back into place. Connect the plug to the jack of the same color.
Preparation TV Preparation Front Left Speaker Center Speaker Turn off the TV before connecting. Speaker Cable (Green) Speaker Cable (White) Connect the power cord after making all other connections. VIDEO IN VIDEO Connect to the S-video or Y/PB/PR jack on the TV.
Basic Operations Viewing a DVD It’s time to play a DVD. Select a disc and begin from step 1. Turn on the TV. Use the TV remote control or power switch. Switch TV Input. Use the TV remote control or the input switch button on the television. For example, switch to video input 1 if CinemaStation is connected to video input 1. Press POWER. POWER DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS NIGHT AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Basic Operations Basic Operations Place a disc in the tray. Please ... • Place the disc with the label side facing up. • Hold the disc by its edge and hole in the center to avoid touching the surface of the disc. Press f on the CinemaStation. The disc tray slides in. Press DVD/CD. DVD/CD AMP DVD/CD VCR VIDEO TUNER MUSIC SPORTS English MOVIE GAME CINEMA CinemaStation enters DVD/CD mode. 11 004DVX-S120-en 11 03.8.
Basic Operations Press p. TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET ON SCREEN MENU SET MENU CH CH ENTER RETURN STATUS TEST VOLUME TV VOL The DVD starts playing. Press s to stop playback. NIGHT A B C D E SW CENTER SURR SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET ON SCREEN PRESET MENU SET MENU To change discs Press f on CinemaStation to eject the disc. Set another disc in the tray and press f. Press POWER to turn off.
Basic Operations Useful Handy Features Features DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV Selecting the Audio Language /DTS ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT SURR SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET ON SCREEN Basic Operations 1 While holding down SHIFT, press AUDIO. 1 ja 2 While viewing the TV screen, press h or g to Audio 2 ja select the audio language 3 en you want.
Basic Operations Useful Handy Handy Features Features Features Switching the Viewing Angle While holding down SHIFT, press ANGLE. The video angle changes each time you press ANGLE while holding down SHIFT. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV 2 AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER 3 /DTS Angle 4 NIGHT 5 SURR SHIFT Advice TV INPUT TV CH • You can change the angle with h, g, or Number buttons, instead of ANGLE.
Basic Operations Useful Features Try It Out! Enhancing the Sound Presence SET MENU CH CH ENTER Basic Operations CinemaStation is loaded with a variety of DSP Programs, so you can experience from the raw excitement of a rock concert to the breathtaking space of a cinemagraphic spectacle. See page 64, “More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects”. RETURN STATUS TEST VOLUME TV VOL Turning off the Sound MUTE AMP Press MUTE on the Remote Control. Press it again to turn on the sound.
Sound Presence Finding the Best DSP Effect Changing the DSP effect based on listening and viewing content Select a DSP Program for the movie or music and experience the sound of a movie theater or concert hall. Follow the chart below to select the DSP Program that offers the acoustic qualities you want. Advice • Experiment with different sound field effects until you find the DSP Program that you feel best matches your source. • CinemaStation has other DSP Programs not listed below.
Sound Presence Finding the right DSP Program Action Enhances the stereoscopic effect for a thrilling sense of presence only found in an action movie. Remote Control MOVIE Press MOVIE repeatedly to display DSP Programs. Sci-Fi (Science Fiction) Fills the space with music and sound that have an eerie sense of reality. Suitable for serious science fiction that has a good story line. Action Drama Sound Presence Drama Expresses surround sounds softly so that voice and dialog are clear and crisp.
Advanced Features Names and Functions of Parts Top and Front Buttons for amplifier and disc operations a Stops disc playback. t/e, r/y Selects the previous/next track or chapter. Continue pressing to fast forward or fast reverse. d Pauses disc playback. INPUT PROGRESSIVE (NTSC only) Selects an input source. Press this button until you find the source you want to watch or listen to. Selects an audio input signal.
Advanced Features Buttons for tuner operations Press INPUT on CinemaStation or press TUNER on the Remote Control to select Tuner mode. In Tuner mode, the buttons below function as described. A/B/C/D/E Selects preset groups (A, B, C, D, E) for FM/AM stations. (See page 41.) PRESET/BAND Selects a Preset Number. Searches a radio station. (See page 39.) Selects FM or AM tuning mode or Preset mode. (See page 39.
Advanced Features CinemaStation Display PROGRESSIVE DSP VIRTUAL Lights up when PROGRESSIVE is activated. Lights up when a DSP sound field program is selected. Lights up when Virtual Cinema DSP is enabled. Lights up when an internal decoder is working. Lights up when using a DSP Program with headphones for SILENT CINEMA. Lights up when a DSP Program is selected. DIGITAL PL DSP MATRIX PCM TITLE TRACK CHAP PROGRESSIVE DVD VCD CD Lights up when using the Sleep Timer.
Advanced Features Remote Control Features CinemaStation AMP DSP Program Input selection Amp mode DVD/CD Playback Subtitles, audio language selection FM/AM Radio station reception Radio station preset Tuner mode DVD/CD mode POWER TV /DTS NIGHT AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Advanced Features Amp Mode Button Names and Functions Press AMP before starting operations. Advice • The purple color on the Remote Control indicates Amp mode. q/DTS, SELECT MATRIX 6.1 Switches between Dolby Digital and DTS decoders. After pressing q/DTS, repeatedly press SELECT to select a decoder. (See page 73.) Sets the Matrix 6.1 decoder. (See page 64.) In most cases, the Matrix 6.1 decoder works automatically once Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS ES discs start playing.
Advanced Features DVD/CD Mode Button Names and Functions Press DVD/CD before starting operations. Advice • The green color on the Remote Control indicates DVD/CD mode. Input numerals for track numbers and others. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV w, f Fast forwards and reverses. /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Advanced Features Number buttons (1-9, 0) While holding down SHIFT, press a button below to enable the corresponding operation.
Advanced Features Using the On Screen Menu The On Screen Menu includes Preference, Toolbar and Setup. Perform operations using the TV screen. Preference: You can adjust picture contrast, sharpness and other picture qualities of the DVD or video CD to your liking. Toolbar: You can use Program Play, Disc Navigation and other handy playback features. Setup: You can adjust DVD playback controls such as the default subtitle language and screen size. Press ON SCREEN. The On Screen Menu appears.
Advanced Features On Screen Menu Press h or g to navigate the Main Menus, then press w. Press h or g to navigate the Submenus, then press w. Press h, g, q or w to select or set items.
Selecting the Media Device Selecting the Equipment CinemaStation provides you with a variety of playback options, including CDs, video discs, music CDs and MP3 discs. You can connect a VCR or video game console and increase your home entertainment possibilities. For connecting the equipment you want, follow the chart below.
Selecting the Media Device Making the connections Complete the steps on pages 8 and 9, “Connecting the Speakers and TV”. DVD/CD Press DVD/CD on the Remote Control. DVD/CD VCR VIDEO TUNER MOVIE To play a video disc, perform steps 1 to 10 on pages 10 to 12, “Viewing a DVD”. To play a music disc, perform steps 4 to 10 on pages 10 to 12, “Viewing a DVD”. Press TUNER on the Remote Control.
Playing Video and Music Discs Playback Methods CinemaStation provides you with a variety of playback methods, including the ability to select and quickly find a scene or tune. AMP DVD/CD VIDEO VCR Start operations after first pressing DVD/CD. CinemaStation enters DVD/CD mode to play a disc. TUNER MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME In this manual, each type of disc has its own mark as shown below.
Playing Video and Music Discs Frame Advance DVD-V VCD Press d to pause playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Press d. SURR SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP e PRESET PRESET d r To return to normal play Press w. Slow Advance/Reverse ON SCREEN VCD w Press d to pause playback. CH ENTER RETURN STATUS TEST VOLUME TV VOL MUTE To return press e or to advance press r.
Playing Video and Music Discs Specify an elapsed time for playback (Time Search) Perform operations using the TV On Screen Menu. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press ON SCREEN. Make sure that “Toolbar” is selected. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Playing Video and Music Discs Customizing Playback Order (Program Play) DVD-V VCD CD Playback your favorite chapters and tracks in the order you want. Perform operations using the TV On Screen Menu. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press ON SCREEN. Make sure that “Toolbar” is selected. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Playing Video and Music Discs Select the chapter or track to add to Program Play. Ex. DVD video Press h or g to select the title number to add, then press ENTER. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Playing Video and Music Discs Check Program Play content ON SCREEN ON SCREEN MENU h Perform steps 1 to 2 in “Customizing Playback Order (Program Play)” on page 31. g CH ENTER g SET MENU CH RETURN STATUS TEST Press w, then press g to select “Play list” (“Playlist”). Then press w. The list appears in the specified order. g Press h or g to scroll through the list.
Playing Video and Music Discs Repeating a Disc or Track (Repeat Play) VCD CD You can repeat a favorite track, chapter or entire disc. You can also repeat Program Play and certain parts you specified as many times as you like. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS DVD-V AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT “7” button Play back a disc. To repeat a chapter or track first start playing it. See page 28, “Selecting a Scene or Tune”.
Playing Video and Music Discs Repeat between two points (A-B Repeat) DVD-V VCD CD Specify the start and end of a favorite segment (points A and B) then playback between those two points as much as you like. You can specify a part within one title or track. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT Play back a disc.
Playing Video and Music Discs Using Using aa Disc Disc Menu Menu Many DVDs or video CDs that have Playback Control include an original menu. You can use the menu for skipping to a favorite title or chapter and switching audio or subtitle language. Navigate a DVD Disc Menu h ON SCREEN MENU MENU Press MENU. A menu appears on the TV screen.
Playing Video and Music Discs MP3 Playback Features You can play MP3 music that was recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW by a computer. Advice • Depending on recording conditions some discs cannot be played. Root : Album (Folder) : Track (File) Disc Structure Since the MP3 format can store several albums on a disc, a folder is assigned to an “Album”, and a file is assigned to a “Track”.
Listening to the Radio Connecting the Antennas CinemaStation includes an AM Loop Antenna and indoor FM Antenna. Use the supplied antennas in areas with good radio wave reception. Connect each antenna into its jack properly.
Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio CinemaStation provides several methods for tuning radio stations to help you find channels as easy as you can. Selecting the Radio Tuner INPUT Press INPUT repeatedly on CinemaStation until TUNER appears. The input source changes to Tuner (Radio) and you can listen to AM/FM broadcasts. Advice • You can also press TUNER on the Remote Control to change the input source to Tuner.
Listening to the Radio Select your favorite stations by hand (Manual Tuning) d PRESET/TUNING PRESET/BAND For stations with weak radio signals, tune manually. Perform step 1 in “Select stations automatically (Auto Tuning)” on page 39. Press AUTO/MAN’L to set CinemaStation to Manual Tuning mode. When CinemaStation is set to Manual Tuning mode, the AUTO indicator goes out from the CinemaStation Display.
Listening to the Radio Setting Channels in Advance (Preset) Presetting radio stations in memory helps you tune the preset radio stations using a few simple button operations. Automatically preset FM stations in advance (Auto Preset) A/B/C/D/E PRESET/BAND MEMORY Up to 40 stations (5 Groups ✕ 8 Stations) can be automatically preset. Press PRESET/BAND to select FM. Press AUTO/MAN’L to make the AUTO indicator light up.
Listening to the Radio Manually preset stations in advance (Manual Preset) You can manually preset up to 40 radio stations. MEMORY A/B/C/D/E Select radio stations you want to preset. See page 39, “Selecting Radio Stations”. The frequency and broadcast band (FM or AM) of the tuned-in station appear in the CinemaStation Display. Press MEMORY. The MEMORY indicator blinks for about 5 seconds in the CinemaStation Display, which means CinemaStation is ready to preset.
Listening to the Radio Selecting a Preset Station (Preset Tuning) You can tune in a radio station simply by selecting its Preset Number. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press A/B/C/D/E repeatedly to select the station’s Preset Group. The Preset Group that appears in the CinemaStation Display changes each time you press A/B/C/D/E. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Listening to the Radio Receiving RDS Stations (U.K. and Europe models only) DVR-S120RDS WB56660 POWER POWER RDS (Radio Data System) is a transmission system for FM stations used in many countries. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT RDS transmissions contain various types of information, including PS (Program Service), PTY (Program Type), RT (Radio Text), and CT (Clock Time). RDS works through cooperation among broadcasting stations.
Listening to the Radio Change RDS Mode There are four RDS display modes. When an RDS station is broadcasting, PS, PTY, RT or CT mode indicators corresponding to the services provided light up in the CinemaStation Display. Press FREQ/RDS repeatedly to change among the modes supported by the currently tuned RDS station. PS PTY RT CT Note RDS mode OFF About PTY SEEK When you select the program type, CinemaStation automatically searches through all preset stations currently broadcasting for that type.
Using Other Equipment Connecting Video Equipment Connect a VCR to CinemaStation to play or dub videos. You can also connect a game console or video camera. Connecting a Game Console or VCR Please... • Always read the owner’s manual of any equipment you want to connect. Connection Cables Use a commercially available Audio/Video cable. Use the supplied Video Pin Cable.
Using Other Equipment Notes on the audio jacks • You cannot simultaneously use both IN and OUT jacks when the jack names are the same as each other. For example, the signal input from the VCR IN jack does not output from the VCR OUT jack. • CinemaStation’s digital and analog signal circuits are independent of each other, so analog input signals can only output from analog output jacks and digital input signals can only output from digital output jacks.
Using Other Equipment Operating a VCR For VCR operations, read your VCR owner’s manual. Advice DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER • The Remote Control can also operate a television or VCR connected to CinemaStation. However, it is first necessary to enter the manufacturer code for the equipment in the Remote Control’s memory. See page 83, Storing Manufacturer Codes in the Remote Control. POWER POWER TV /DTS NIGHT AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Using Other Equipment Dubbing from a Video Camera to a VCR For video camera and VCR operations, be sure to read their respective owner’s manuals. Turn on the TV DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER POWER TV /DTS NIGHT AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER Turn on the video camera and VCR. SURR SHIFT AMP DVD/CD VIDEO VCR VIDEO Switch the TV input. For example, switch to video 1 if CinemaStation is connected to video input 1 on the television.
Using Other Equipment Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect a CD recorder or MD recorder to CinemaStation to record audio played on CinemaStation. Connecting a CD or MD Recorder Please... • For equipment connection, read the owner's manual of the equipment you want to connect.
Using Other Equipment Notes on the digital audio jacks • The digital jacks are compatible with PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS signals. • The OPTICAL IN jack is compatible with a digital signal that has a 96 kHz or less sampling frequency. • You can use “* Input Assign” in the SET MENU to assign VIDEO or VCR to the OPTICAL IN jack. The default setting is VIDEO. Set to VIDEO (default setting) Press VIDEO on the Remote Control to input a signal from CD recorder or MD recorder.
Using Other Equipment Notes on recording and playing audio • Perform a test recording before recording. • It is not possible to record DSP effects. • When you turn off the connected CD recorder or MD recorder power, playback sound may become distorted and the volume reduced. In this case, turn on the CD recorder or MD recorder power. • Even if you adjust the audio volume, audio quality, or change the DSP Program during a video recording, it has no effect on the recorded sound.
Creating the Best Listening Space Placing the Speakers (NX-P120) To get the most out of the sound field effects you need to place the speakers in the best positions. To guard against poor acoustics like sound blur make sure the speakers are stable. Also read page 7, Preparing the Speakers. Placing the Center Speaker Make sure the top of the television is level. If the top of the television is not level, place the Center Speaker inside the TV rack or directly on the floor.
Creating the Best Listening Space Placing the Front and Surround Speakers You can place the Front Speakers and Surround Speakers on the floor or a rack, or attach them to a wall. You can also mount them on commercially available speaker stands. When placing on the floor or a rack As shown in the picture, attach the non-skid pads on the bottoms of the Front and Surround Speakers in the four corners. This stabilizes the speakers to prevent sliding. * Place on a stable, flat surface.
Creating the Best Listening Space When attaching to a speaker stand and bracket Mounting bracket (supplied) Use the supplied screw to attach the mounting bracket to the bottom of the speaker. The jutting part of the bracket enters the groove at the speaker base. Screw (supplied) Use the bracket holes (60 mm (23/8⬙) spacing) to fasten the mounting bracket to the speaker stand. Use the screws (4 mm (5/32⬙) dia.), spring washers and washers.
Creating the Best Listening Space Yamaha Speaker Stand SPS-80 (Option) With the SPS-80 Speaker Stands, you can set the Front Speakers and Surround Speakers on the floor. (2 stands/set) SPS-80 * SPS-80 stands may not be available in certain regions. Using Commercially Available Speakers or Cables You can use commercially available speakers instead of the supplied Center Speaker, Front Speakers, Surround Speakers, or Subwoofer.
Creating the Best Listening Space Changing the speaker cables Push up the release button and pull out the supplied speaker cable from the connector. Release button Peel away about 10 mm (13/32⬙) of covering from the tip of the commercially available cable and firmly twist the cable cores. Not twisting firmly can cause a short. 10 mm (13/32⬙) Keep pushing up the release button and insert the cable cores of the commercially available cable.
Creating the Best Listening Space Adjusting the Speaker Volume Level The default settings of the Speakers are suitable for most conditions. However, depending on room conditions or listening position, you may need to adjust the Speaker volume level, especially when changing speaker or furniture position. This adjustment is important because it brings out the maximum effect of the DSP Program, and faithfully reproduces the acoustic personalities of Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital and DTS.
Creating the Best Listening Space LEFT RIGHT CENTER SUBWOOFER L SUR. R SUR. Adjust the overall sound using the VOLUME +/so that you can hear the test tone. The picture on the left shows the test tone order: LEFT (Front L Speaker) → CENTER (Center Speaker) → RIGHT (Front R Speaker) → R SUR. (Surround R Speaker) → L SUR. (Surround L Speaker) → SUBWOOFER (Subwoofer). Each speaker outputs sound for about 2 seconds. The speaker currently outputting a test tone appears in the CinemaStation Display.
Creating the Best Listening Space Adjusting the Speaker Volume Level During Playback Adjust the volume level of the Subwoofer, Center and Surround Left/Right Speakers, if you feel the speaker is unbalanced during audio playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER Advice POWER TV /DTS SW + / – AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT CENTER +/– SURR +/– • Volume levels other than for Front Speakers can be adjusted. Press AMP during playback.
Creating the Best Listening Space Adjust speaker volume for 5ch Stereo DSP Program You can adjust the speaker volume for 5ch Stereo DSP Program Press AMP during playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Repeatedly press MUSIC and select “5ch Stereo”.
Creating the Best Listening Space Setting the Speaker Size To get the most out of the sound field effects, you need to use all 6 of the supplied speakers (Front, Center, Surround and Subwoofer). But depending on your listening objectives, you can turn off specified speakers. When using any speaker other than YAMAHA Speaker Set NX-P120, you need to specify the speaker size. You can specify these settings in Speaker mode.
Creating the Best Listening Space * CENTER * BASS Sets whether the Center Speaker is present or not, and sets the size of the Center Speaker. Selects the speaker to output a LFE/BASS (low tone) signal. LFE stands for Low Frequency Effect and it is used to output bands of 90 Hz and below when Dolby Digital or DTS is active. Selection items: LRG (Large), SML (Small), NON (None) Default setting: SML LRG: Select this setting when using a big Center Speaker.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Selecting DSP Program Effects To get the most out of CinemaStation, select a sound field based on how many speakers you want to use and the listening environment. Select a sound field based on how many speakers you want to have sound. Select a sound field based on your listening environment Enjoy original Dolby and DTS sound • For a 6-speaker plus surround back speaker setup, see page 64, “Using Matrix 6.1”.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects AUTO: Depending on whether the source is Dolby or DTS, automatically switches between Dolby Digital plus Matrix 6.1 and DTS plus Matrix 6.1 audio. Even if you play a 5.1 channel source with this setting, no virtual surround back speaker is created. MATRIX 6.1: Select this item to play a 5.1 channel source with Matrix 6.1. Sound outputs from the virtual surround back speaker. OFF: The Matrix 6.1 decoder is not enabled.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using All Speakers for CD or Video playback Selecting Dolby Pro Logic II converts a 2-channel source into virtual multi-channels for enjoying sound using all speakers. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV AUDIO q/DTS /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT SW CENTER NIGHT Play the 2-channel source. SUBTITLE ANGLE STEREO A-B SELECT SURR Press AMP. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET ON SCREEN Press q/DTS.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Change the Dolby Pro Logic II Music setting You can change the settings (parameters) for Dolby Pro Logic II Music and adjust the sound field to match your listening space. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER Perform steps 1 to 5 in “Using All Speakers for CD or Video playback” on page 66, and select “PRO LOGIC II Music”. POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Press h or g repeatedly to select “PANORAMA”, “DIM.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using Front Speakers Only for DSP Program (Virtual Cinema DSP) Since Virtual Cinema DSP processes the sound input source, you can virtually reproduce surround speakers, and enjoy a DSP Program with only your Front L/R Speakers. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT Play the source. SHIFT Press AMP.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using a DSP Program with Headphones (SILENT CINEMA) Connect your headphones to the (phones) jack on CinemaStation and enjoy multi-speaker simulation called SILENT CINEMA. Connect your headphones to the jack on CinemaStation. (phones) Play the source. Select a DSP Program.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using a DSP Program with Low Volume (Night Listening) You can control the big sound effects and focus on listening clearly to speech. Enjoy a DSP Program even in the evening at a low volume. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Play the source. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT NIGHT SURR Press AMP. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET Select a DSP Program.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Changing the Delay Time of a DSP Program Each DSP Program is designed to draw out the maximum effect from the source audio. CinemaStation provides the DSP Programs with optimum value of parameters including reflected sound, reverberant sound and Delay Time. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Default values for Delay Time Program Group MOVIE Program Name 1 2 3 4 5 MUSIC SPORTS GAME Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and DTS Default Setting (ms) Action 20 Action 6.1 15 Drama 20 Drama 6.1 15 Sci-Fi 20 Sci-Fi 6.1 15 Spectacle 23 Spectacle 6.1 15 Theater 20 Theater 6.1 Program Name PL Normal (Dolby Pro Logic) 15 Normal (Dolby Digital, DTS) 5 Matrix 6.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Reproducing the Original Dolby and DTS Sound You can play back and enjoy movie sound processed with Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS. Enjoy smooth, precise and flowing audio of the original sound design. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV AUDIO q/DTS /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT SW CENTER NIGHT Play the source. SUBTITLE ANGLE STEREO A-B SELECT SURR Press AMP. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET ON SCREEN Press q/DTS.
More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Reproducing Stereo Sound You can enjoy the 2-channel (stereo sound) source only with the Front L/R Speakers. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER Play the source. POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT STEREO Press AMP. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E Press STEREO. The STEREO indicator lights up in the CinemaStation Display. If sound field effects are off, you will have normal stereo playback.
Types of Input Signals Types of Input Signals You can check the type of input signal and format from the CinemaStation Display. You can also set the input mode to select the digital/analog entry sequence or to only input a specified signal. Checking Sound Information (Input Signal Information Display) During playback, you can show input signal type, format and sampling frequency information in the CinemaStation Display. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV AUDIO /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.
Types of Input Signals Input signal information Note on digital signals that exceed 48 kHz ■ (Format) Shows the input signal format. When the digital input cannot be recognized, the mode is set to analog. CinemaStation’s digital input jack can input a sampling frequency up to 96 kHz. For details read the owner’s manual of the device connected to the digital input jack. Keep in mind the points below when inputting a digital signal that exceeds 48 kHz. • DSP Programs are not selectable.
Types of Input Signals Switching Input Modes You can playback most sources without a problem with the AUTO setting (factory default setting). Then depending on your needs, you can select the priority level for digital and analog input signals, and specify formats such as DTS. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Additional Features Using the Sleep Timer After a specified time the power automatically enters standby so you can enjoy CinemaStation until you fall asleep. Play the source. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Repeatedly press SLEEP and set the time to enter standby mode. The CinemaStation Display changes as shown below.
Additional Features Enjoying High-Quality Video Progressive Scan (NTSC only) The COMPONENT VIDEO jack on CinemaStation is compatible with Progressive Scan. You can enjoy highly defined images without flicker when connecting to a television that has a component video input jack compatible with Progressive Scan. Progressive Scan is available only for NTSC signal output. See pages 94 and 95, “On Screen Menu Guide”. Please... • Before connecting make sure to turn off the television and CinemaStation power.
Additional Features Protecting Your Children from Undesirable Scene Using Parental Control You can cut a scene that you do not feel it is suitable for your children, or lock a disc from being played. CinemaStation allows you to set the level of Parental Control. It then checks the level of a disc whose level has been set in advance and automatically decides if the content is suitable for viewing by your children before playing. Setting the Password and Parental Control Level Press ON SCREEN.
Additional Features Use the Number buttons to enter a password (4 digits). DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT Disc lock Number buttons Enter PIN SHIFT A B C D E SLEEP PRESET ON SCREEN **** Change PIN TV INPUT TV CH Parental level PRESET ON SCREEN MENU d h Press h and select “Parental level”.
Additional Features Locking a Disc CinemaStation locks a disc by storing its ID code in memory. So the next time the disc is inserted the user is prompted to enter a password to unlock the disc. Enter the password correctly to load the disc. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER NIGHT Play the disc to lock. Number buttons SURR Perform steps 1 to 5 in “Setting the Password and Parental Control Level” on page 80.
Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control Storing Manufacturer Codes in the Remote Control If you set the manufacturer code (a unique code assigned to each manufacturer) in the CinemaStation Remote Control, you can operate a connected television, VCR, CD or MD recorder with the Remote Control. Note • Depending on the model, the Remote Control may not work, or only work with a limited number of functions.
Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control When the Remote Control’s TV or VCR button does not work even after setting the device manufacturer code To return to the factory default settings While pressing SHIFT down as in step 2 Setting the Manufacturer Code, enter 299 for TV or 399 for VCR. (Step 3 is not necessary.) Try again from step 1 and keep the following points in mind. • Make sure you select the Remote Control’s TV or VCR button correctly when setting the manufacturer code.
Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control TV operation DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press POWER before starting operations. TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control Manufacturer Code List Depending on the model and year, you may not be able to use some manufacturer products. In this case, use the remote control supplied with each product.
Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control VCR Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Lloyd 397 Sharp 395/362/382 Yamaha 399/392/393/394 Loewe 396/337 Siemens 393 Admiral 395 Luxor 395 Signature 2000 395/397 Aiwa 396/397/398/329/339 LXI 393/396/397/336/349 Sony Akai 322/323/324 Magnavox 325/326/328 368/379/372/373/374/ 375 Asha 363 Magnin 363 Sylvania 397/325/326/328 Audio Dynamic 392/394 Mar
Using the SET MENU Using the SET MENU You can use the SET MENU to adjust settings, including Speaker settings. Change the settings to match your listening environment. SET MENU List The SET MENU contains the items below. Item Default Setting (value) * Speaker Set * CENTER SML * FRONT SMALL * SUR. SML * BASS SWFR * F. Level Nrm * LFE Level * SP LFE 0 dB * HP LFE 0 dB * SP Delay * CENTER 0 ms * D. Range * SP D.R MAX * HP D.
Using the SET MENU Navigating the SET MENU Press AMP. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER Press SET MENU. POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT Press h or g repeatedly to select the Menu you want. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET h PRESET ON SCREEN MENU SET MENU Press q or w. Once in the setting mode of the selected menu the current setting appears in the CinemaStation Display.
Using the SET MENU Adjust the playback level of the LFE signal (* LEF Level) Set the dynamic range during Dolby Digital playback (* D. Range) You can adjust the LFE channel output level while playing a Dolby Digital or DTS signal. Adjust the LFE level to match the performance of the Subwoofer and headphones. You can select the dynamic range (spread between the max. and min. volume) of Dolby Digital playback from 3 levels. Submenu: SP LFE, HP LFE Variable range (dB): -20 to 0 dB.
Using the SET MENU Reassign input jacks (* Input Assign) You can assign CinemaStation’s OPTICAL IN jack to VIDEO or VCR. When set to VIDEO, press the VIDEO button to operate the device connected to the OPTICAL IN jack and the input source name will appear as VIDEO. When set to VCR, press the VCR button to operate the device connected to the OPTICAL IN jack and the input source name will appear as VCR.
Using the On Screen Menu Using the On Screen Menu You can use the On Screen Menu to adjust settings for DVD playback, including picture and language settings. Navigating the On Screen Menu For example, adjust the color saturation. Press ON SCREEN. Program Preferences View Toolbar Play Option Setup Search DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.
Using the On Screen Menu Press w to enter menu items. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER TV /DTS AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE SELECT MATRIX 6.1 REPEAT STEREO A-B SW CENTER SURR NIGHT Saturation Contrast Color settings SHIFT Sharpness TV INPUT TV CH Natural Brightness A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET Press h or g to select “Saturation”.
Using the On Screen Menu On Screen Menu guide Guide Main Menu Preference Submenu Picture Setting Item Video shift Saturation Contrast Color settings (Colour settings) Brightness Sharpness Toolbar Features Status window Program Clear All Tracks Program Play list (Playlist) Zoom Angle Chapter Preview View Play Option Audio Disc Navigation Sub-title (Subtitle) Search Frame by Frame Fast Time Slow Setting Content Adjust from +1 to +7. Adjusts the screen position. Adjust from -7 to +7.
Using the On Screen Menu Main Menu Setup Submenu Access TV*1 Setting Item Disc Lock Parental level Enter PIN Change PIN TV shape TV System Video Output Language Default Sub-title (Default Subtitle) Country Menu Language Default Audio Digital output Features PBC Select the country where you use CinemaStation. Set the language for the On Screen Menu. Set the language you usually select for audio. When playing a disc, you hear the audio in the selected language first.
Appendix Solutions to Common Problems Be sure to check the points below if CinemaStation doesn’t seem to be working normally for you. If you notice something wrong that is not listed below and you have already tried some solutions with no success, turn off the CinemaStation power, remove the power plug from the outlet and contact the store where you purchased the product or your nearest YAMAHA sound products service center and ask for assistance. General Problems Power turns on but immediately shuts off.
Appendix No sound except from the Front Speakers. Cause 1 You are listening to STEREO sound. Solution Press STEREO and make sure sound field effect is on. Cause 2 You are playing a source such as Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS that doesn’t contain a special effect signal. Solution Cause Select another DSP Program. 3 A digital audio sampling frequency over 48 kHz is input. A digital audio sampling frequency over 48 kHz only outputs from the Front Speakers. No sound from the Surround Speakers.
Appendix Sound volume will not increase. Cause Solution The power of the device connected to CinemaStation’s output jack is not turned on. If the power of the device connected to the output jack is not turned on, playback may be distorted and volume low. Turn on the power of the connected device. Sound field effect will not work. Cause It is not possible to record audio enhanced by a sound field effect. Digital and high frequency devices create noise.
Appendix Disc Playback One of the buttons doesn’t work. Cause Some discs do not allow certain operations. Playback does not start when pressing w, or it immediately stops. Cause 1 When moved from a very cold place to a warm one, condensation forms on the lens. Solution cannot play. Cause 3 The disc is dirty. Set the disc in the tray correctly. See page 11. Audio or subtitle language does not switch. Cause 1 The disc does not contain multiple audio or subtitle languages.
Appendix The disc is ejected as soon as it is inserted. A disc that cannot be played has been inserted. Cause “No Disc” appears in the CinemaStation Display. Cause No disc is inserted or a disc is inserted incorrectly. Solution Set the disc in the tray correctly. See page 11. Radio Reception Auto Tuning does not work. FM/AM Preset Tuning does not work. Cause 1 The Preset (memory) has been deleted. Solution Perform Preset again. See page 41.
Appendix Remote Control The Remote Control does not work. Cause 1 You are outside the Remote Control Solution operating range. Cause 1 You cannot operate a system component. Operate the Remote Control within 6 m (20 feet) and a 30° angle of the Remote Control Sensor. Solution Cause 2 The Remote Control Sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or lighting (inverted fluorescent lamps). Solution code. Solution • Set the manufacturer code once again. See page 83.
Appendix Information Disc information The table below lists the types of discs you can play on CinemaStation. Video Discs Type of Disc Disc Logo Mark DVD Video SVCD (Super Video CD) DIGITAL VIDEO Video CD DIGITAL VIDEO Video CDs made by copying an MPEG movie file onto a CD-R or CD-RW. DVD region codes The region code (an ID number assigned to each market region) is set for normal DVD players and DVD video discs. CinemaStation can play the discs with the region codes shown below on the right.
Appendix Handling a disc Note • The following discs cannot be played with this unit. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CDV. (This product can play some types of DVD-R, DVD-RW (Video format only), DVD+R or DVD+RW discs.) • CinemaStation cannot play a CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVDRW, DVD+R or DVD+RW disc that has not been finalized. Finalizing is a process that prepares a disc for playback on a compatible device. • Only use discs from a reputable manufacturer.
Appendix Copyright and logo marks This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Appendix Glossary Bit Stream A signal that is compressed and changed into digital format. Then depending on the decoder it can be processed as 5.1 multi-channel audio. By using 2-channel stereo for the surround speakers, more accurate moving sound effects and surround sound environment can be reproduced, like the rustling of trees or sound of waves. Channel (ch) Dolby Pro Logic A channel is an audio type that has been divided based on range and other characteristics. Ex. 5.
Appendix LFE (Low Frequency Effect) 0.1 Channel Sampling Frequency and Quantized Bit Rate This channel is for the reproduction of low bass signals. The frequency range for this channel is 20 Hz to 120 Hz. It is added to the full-range 5 channels in Dolby Digital and DTS to enhance low frequency sound for added effect. This channel is counted as 0.1 because it only enforces a low frequency range.
Appendix Index 5ch Stereo ...................................................................... 17 A A-B Repeat .................................................................... 35 Action ............................................................................ 17 I, J Input Assign ................................................................... 91 Input Mode .................................................................... 91 Input Modes .....................................................
Appendix S Sci-Fi (Science Fiction) ................................................. 17 Selecting Radio Stations ................................................ 39 Auto Tuning ............................................................... 39 Manual Tuning ........................................................... 40 Preset Tuning ............................................................. 43 SET MENU ...................................................................
Appendix Specifications AUDIO SECTION Minimum RMS Output Power FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R 1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 6Ω ........................................... 45 W U.S.A. and Canada models 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.9% THD, 6Ω ........................ 45 W Maximum Power (EIAJ) FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R 1 kHz, 10% THD, 6Ω ............................................. 55 W Total Harmonic Distortion FRONT L/R (20 W, 1 kHz) .................. Less than 0.05 % Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network, shorted) ......
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