Yamaha Car Amplifier DSP A1 User Manual

U C A  
CINEMA DSP 7 ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
4
40  
STANDBY/ON  
TAPE 2 MON  
2
/EXT. DECODER  
0
–dB  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
PHONES  
BASS  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
EXTENSION  
S OURCE  
LD CD  
M D/ TAP E  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
TV/ DBS  
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
VCR  
DVD/ VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
OWNER’S MANUAL  
MODE D’EMPLOI  
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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.  
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)  
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!  
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:  
This product, when installed as indicated in the  
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC  
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by  
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to  
use the product.  
2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this product to  
accessories and/or another product use only high quality  
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product  
MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.  
Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC  
authorization to use this product in the USA.  
3. NOTE : This product has been tested and found to  
comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations,  
Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with  
these requirements provides a reasonable level of  
assurance that your use of this product in a residential  
environment will not result in harmful interference with  
other electronic devices.  
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.  
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.  
The above statements apply ONLY to those products  
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its  
subsidiaries.  
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US 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.  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES  
After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.  
Remote Control Transmitter  
Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)  
User function stickers  
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Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA AV Amplifier.  
CONTENTS  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)  
.............................................................................................. 45  
...................................................... Inside of the Front Cover  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................................... 1  
FEATURES ........................................................................... 3  
CAUTION .............................................................................. 3  
PLAYING A SOURCE WITH AN EFFECT OF THE  
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) .............. 45  
ADJUSTING OUTPUT LEVEL OF THE CENTER, RIGHT  
REAR, LEFT REAR, FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS AND  
SUBWOOFER .................................................................... 48  
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF DIGITAL SOUND FIELD  
PROGRAMS ....................................................................... 50  
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL  
TRANSMITTER .................................................................... 4  
ON SCREEN DISPLAY .................................................... 55  
CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND FIELDS .................... 56  
PROFILE OF THIS UNIT ..................................................... 5  
SPEAKER SETUP ............................................................... 8  
CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 10  
SELECTING AND EDITING PROGRAM PARAMETERS  
............................................................................................... 57  
DESCRIPTIONS OF THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD  
PARAMETERS ................................................................... 58  
CONNECTING AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE EQUIPMENT  
TO THIS UNIT ..................................................................... 10  
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 61  
CONNECTING SPEAKERS.............................................. 18  
PLUGGING IN THIS UNIT ................................................. 22  
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER ........................... 62  
BASIC OPERATIONS (When the lid is open) ................. 62  
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ......................... 23  
LEARNING NEW CONTROL FUNCTIONS  
(When the lid is open).......................................................... 64  
FRONT PANEL ................................................................... 23  
DISPLAY PANEL ................................................................ 25  
USING OPERATION CONTROL KEYS  
(When the lid is closed) ...................................................... 66  
MACRO OPERATIONS (When the lid is closed) ............ 68  
LEARNING A NEW FUNCTION ....................................... 70  
MAKING A NEW MACRO ................................................. 71  
CLEARING LEARNED FUNCTIONS .............................. 72  
ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT ............. 26  
SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES SUITABLE FOR  
YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM (IN THE “SET MENU” MODE)  
............................................................................................... 26  
SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ............................. 29  
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................... 73  
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 76  
ADJUSTMENTS IN THE “SET MENU” MODE ............ 32  
BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................................... 39  
TO PLAY A SOURCE......................................................... 39  
TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD)  
(OR DUBBING FROM A TAPE TO ANOTHER)............. 42  
FOR SOUND CONTROL ON THIS UNIT........................ 44  
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FEATURES  
7 Speaker Configuration  
“SET MENU” Mode which Provides You  
with 12 Titles of Setting Changes and  
Adjustments for Using This Unit in the  
Best Condition in Your Audio/Video  
System  
Main: 110W + 110W (8) RMS Output  
Power, 0.015% THD, 20–20,000 Hz  
Center: 110W (8) RMS Output Power,  
0.015% THD, 20–20,000 Hz  
Rear: 110W + 110W (8) RMS Output  
Power, 0.015% THD, 20–20,000 Hz  
Front: 35W + 35W (8) RMS Output  
Power, 0.05% THD, 1 kHz  
BASS EXTENSION Switch for Reinforcing  
Bass Response  
On Screen Display Function Helpful in  
Controlling This Unit  
Digital Sound Field Processor  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder  
DTS Decoder  
REC OUT Selector which is Independent of  
Input Source Selection  
SLEEP Timer  
Digital Audio Signal Terminals:  
5 OPTICAL Inputs, 3 COAXIAL Inputs,  
1 DOLBY DIGITAL (AC-3) RF Input,  
1 OPTICAL Output  
6 Channel Audio Signal Input Terminals for  
Connecting with an External Audio Signal  
Decoder etc.  
CINEMA DSP: Theater-like Sound  
Experience by the Combination of  
YAMAHA DSP Technology and Dolby  
Surround or DTS  
Automatic Input Balance Control for  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
Video Signal Input/Output Capability  
Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker  
Balance Adjustment  
(Including S Video Connections)  
“Learning” Remote Control Transmitter  
Speaker Output Mode Changing  
Capability  
CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.  
1. To assure the finest performance, please read this manual  
7. Digital signals generated by this unit may interfere with  
other equipment such as tuners, receivers or TVs. Move  
this unit farther away from such equipment if interference  
is observed.  
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.  
2. Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from  
windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration,  
dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming  
(transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock,  
do not expose the unit to rain or water.  
8. Always set the VOLUME control to “– ” before starting  
the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an  
appropriate level after playback has been started.  
3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set,  
9. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;  
contact your dealer.  
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.  
4. Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires.  
When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and  
the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the  
wires themselves.  
10. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section  
regarding common operating errors before concluding that  
the unit is faulty.  
11. When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time  
(ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the  
wall outlet.  
5. The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of  
the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature  
inside the cabinet will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing  
objects against these openings, and install the unit in well-  
ventilated condition. Make sure to allow a space of at least  
10 cm behind, 10 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.  
12. To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power  
plug and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.  
13. Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken  
so that the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not  
defeated.  
6. 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.  
14. Do not connect an audio equipment to the AC outlet on the  
rear panel if the equipment requires more power than the  
outlet is rated to provide.  
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This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as  
long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit  
itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode.  
In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small  
quantity of power.  
WARNING  
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch  
setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this  
unit may be damaged.  
IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE  
STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;  
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to  
either end closely. If so, set the switch to either end closely.  
Voltage Selector (China and General Models only)  
The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must  
be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into  
the AC main supply.  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
SET BEFORE POWER ON  
FREQUENCY STEP switch (China and General Models  
only)  
+
MAIN  
:
4
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
A
A
B
CENTER  
A
B
B
:
:
/SPEAKER  
A
OR  
44MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
6MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
OR  
B
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in  
different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located  
at the rear) according to the frequency spacing in your area.  
Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of  
this unit from the AC outlet.  
MAIN  
:
8
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
CENTER  
A
A
B
B
:
:
/SPEAKER  
OR  
88MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
8MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
AC OUTLETS  
SWITCHED  
UNSWITCHED  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS  
I00W MAX. TOTAL  
200W MAX.  
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE  
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.  
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL  
REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-  
CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.  
(General model)  
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
Battery installation  
Remote control transmitter operation range  
2
1
Remote control  
sensor  
3
Within approximately  
6 m (19.7 feet)  
Battery replacement  
If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used  
closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both  
batteries with new ones.  
Notes  
Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement.  
Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside  
Notes  
the battery compartment.)  
There should be no large obstacles between the remote  
control transmitter 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 transmitter not to work  
correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct  
lighting.  
Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will  
not be used for an extended period of time.  
If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid  
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with  
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly  
before installing new batteries.  
After you change batteries, make sure to press the RESET  
button inside the battery compartment.  
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PROFILE OF THIS UNIT  
This unit incorporates a sophisticated, multi-program digital  
sound field processor. The processor allows you to  
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,  
and a DTS decoder for multi-channel sound reproduction of DTS-  
encoded audio and video sources. The operation of the Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround, Dolby Digital (AC-3) or DTS decoder can be  
controlled by selecting a corresponding DSP program including  
combined operations of DSP and Dolby Pro Logic Surround, DSP  
and Dolby Digital (AC-3), or DSP and DTS.  
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 12  
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.  
This unit also features a built-in automatic input balance  
control. This always assures you the best performance without  
manual adjustment.  
Digital Sound Field Processing  
What is it that makes live music so good? Today’s advanced  
sound reproduction technology lets you get extremely close to  
the sound of a live performance, but chances are you’ll still  
notice something missing, the acoustic environment of the live  
concert hall. Extensive research into the exact nature of the  
sonic reflections that create the ambience of a large hall has  
made it possible for Yamaha engineers to bring you this same  
sound in your own listening room, so you’ll feel all the sound of  
a live concert.  
Furthermore, our technicians, armed with sophisticated  
measuring equipment, have even made it possible to capture  
the acoustics of a variety of 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  
Stereo theater sound in your own home.  
Dolby Surround is encoded on a lot of sound tracks of pre-  
recorded video tapes, laserdiscs, 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.  
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 channel (used  
for sound effects, background noise, and other ambient  
noises). The center channel allows listeners seated in even  
less-than-ideal positions to hear the dialog originating from the  
action on the screen while experiencing good stereo imaging.  
Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) is a new generation of Dolby Surround  
sound system which is a spatial sound processing format  
developed for 35 mm film-movies by employing low bit-rate  
audio coding.  
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.  
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 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 is called the “subwoofer channel” or “LFE  
channel”.) This channel is counted as 0.1, thus giving rise to  
the term 5.1 channels in total.  
By using the built-in Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder, you can  
experience the dramatic realism and impact of Dolby Stereo  
Digital theater sound in your own home.  
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.  
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Dolby Digital (AC-3) forms 5.1 channels as mentioned on the  
previous page, and moreover, it can also form fewer channels,  
for example 2 channel stereo and monaural. You may be able  
to find some 2 channel stereo and/or monaural sources  
encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) in a market.  
Laserdisc and DVD are home audio formats that could benefit  
from Dolby Digital (AC-3). In the near future, Dolby Digital (AC-  
3) will also be applied to DBS, CATV 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.  
If a 2 channel stereo source encoded with the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) is played back as the input source and the DSP  
program No. 10, 11 or 12 is used at the same time, the source  
is first decoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder into 2  
channels, and then decoded with the Dolby Pro Logic decoder.  
In such a case, only the decoding of Dolby Pro Logic is shown  
on the display panel of this unit.  
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.  
DTS Digital Surround  
The DTS (Digital Theater Systems) system was developed to  
replace analog soundtracks of movies with six discrete  
channels of digital soundtracks, and now, it is installed in many  
theaters around the world. The DTS digital playback system  
changed the way we experienced movies in theaters with six  
discrete channels of superb digital audio.  
By using the DTS decoder built into this unit, you can  
experience the dramatic realism and impact of the DTS  
installed theater’s high quality sound in your own home.  
Laserdisc and compact disc (and DVD in the near future) are  
home audio format within which DTS can represent its high  
quality multi-channel audio. (In addition to movies on  
laserdiscs, many exciting new multi-channel music recordings  
will also become available in the form of DTS-encoded  
compact discs.)  
The DTS technology, through intense research and  
development, made it possible to deliver a similar  
encode/decode discrete technology to home audio surround-  
sound entertainment.  
The DTS Digital Surround is an encode/decode system which  
delivers six channels of master-quality, 20-bit audio; technically  
5.1 channels, which means 5 full-range (left, center, right and  
two surround) channels, plus a subwoofer (LFE) channel (as  
“0.1”). It is compatible with the 5.1 speaker configurations that  
are currently available for home theater systems  
Manufactured under license from DTS Technology LLC.  
Additionally licensed under the following US Patent 5,451,942  
& National Patent applications derived from PCT/US95/00959.  
Additional U.S. and Foreign Patents pending. “DTS”, “digital  
surround”, and “coherent acoustics” logos are trademarks of  
DTS Technology LLC. All rights reserved.  
The DTS Digital Surround algorithm is designed to encode the  
six channels of 20-bit audio onto any laserdisc or compact disc  
(or DVD in the near future) with considerably less data-  
compression.  
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CINEMA DSP: Dolby Surround + DSP / DTS + DSP  
Dolby Surround sound system and DTS system show their 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 are 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 or  
DTS Digital Surround sound.  
CINEMA DSP  
The YAMAHA “CINEMA DSP” logo indicates those programs  
are created by the combination of YAMAHA DSP technology  
and Dolby Surround or DTS.  
Dolby Pro Logic + 2 Digital Sound Fields  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) or DTS + 3 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 were  
watching a movie in a popular Dolby Stereo theater.  
Digital sound fields are created on the presence side and  
the independent left and right surround sides of the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3)-decoded or the DTS-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) or DTS sound, this sound field combination  
lets you feel as if you were watching a movie in the newest  
Dolby Stereo Digital theater or DTS installed theater. This  
will be the most ideal home theater sound at the present  
time.  
This combination is available when the digital sound field  
program No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or “PRO LOGIC/Enhanced” of  
No. 12 is selected, and the input signal of source is analog,  
PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) in 2-  
channels.  
This combination is available when the digital sound field  
program No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or “DOLBY DIGITAL (or DTS  
DIGITAL SUR.)/Enhanced” of No. 12 is selected, and the  
input signal of source is encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-  
3) (except in 2-channels) or encoded with the DTS.  
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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 a pair of  
main speakers to output main source sounds, 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.  
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 signals at the  
subwoofer channel with high fidelity during playing back a  
source with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS decoded. You  
may wish to choose the convenience of a Yamaha Active  
Servo Processing Subwoofer System, which has its own built-  
in power amplifier.  
Use of the Center Dialog Speaker Is  
Recommended  
When playing back a source with the Dolby Pro Logic  
decoded, or playing back a source which contains center-  
channel signals with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS  
decoded, 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.  
Speakers and Speaker Placement  
Your full seven-speaker system will require three speaker  
pairs: the 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, the FRONT  
EFFECT and REAR SPEAKERS.  
Place the MAIN SPEAKERS in the normal position.  
Place the FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS further apart than the  
MAIN SPEAKERS, on either side of and 0.5–1m behind and  
above the MAIN SPEAKER pair.  
Place the REAR SPEAKERS behind your listening position.  
They should be nearly 1.8m up from the floor.  
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.  
Main speaker  
Subwoofer  
Front effect speaker  
Rear speaker  
Center speaker  
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Four Possible Types of Speaker System Configurations Recommended  
4 Speaker System  
5 Speaker System  
Simplest system.  
Good for Audio/Video sources.  
You can enjoy widely diffused sound by only adding two  
additional speaker units at the rear.  
By the use of center speaker, center sounds (dialog, vocals  
etc.) are precisely localized.  
1E. FRONT MIX—Set to ON-5ch. (See page 27.)  
1A. CENTER SP—Set to NONE. (See page 26.)  
1E. FRONT MIX—Set to ON-5ch. (See page 27.)  
1A. CENTER SP—Set to LRG or SML. (See page 26.)  
6 Speaker System  
7 Speaker System  
Good for sound fields from 2-channel stereo sources.  
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. 1 through No. 6, 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.  
The rear speakers and the front effect speakers produces a  
360-degree sound field, and the center speaker provides  
precise center localization.  
You can experience the amazing YAMAHA “CINEMA DSP”  
sound fields completely with the 7 speaker system.  
1E. FRONT MIX—Set to OFF-7ch. (See page 27.)  
1A. CENTER SP—Set to NONE. (See page 26.)  
1E. FRONT MIX—Set to OFF-7ch. (See page 27.)  
1A. CENTER SP—Set to LRG or SML. (See page 26.)  
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CONNECTIONS  
Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed.  
When making connections between this unit and other components, be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left)  
to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “” to “”. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each component to be connected to this unit.  
CONNECTING AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE EQUIPMENT TO THIS UNIT  
For connections with audio/video units, use RCA type pin plug cables with the exception described later.  
* If you have YAMAHA audio/video units numbered as 1, 2, 3, etc. on the rear panel, connections can be made easily only by  
connecting the output (or input) terminals of each unit to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.  
BASIC CONNECTIONS (for Audio Units)  
Turntable  
CD player  
(General model)  
1
*
AUDIO SIGNAL  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF SIGNAL  
S
GND  
MAIN  
PHONO  
LD  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
Tuner  
1
CD  
CD  
OUTPUT  
2
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
3
FRONT  
OUT  
VCR  
3
PLAY  
MD recorder,  
Tape deck 1, etc.  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
CD  
IN  
LINE OUT  
LINE IN  
REC  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
Tape deck 2  
LINE OUT  
LINE IN  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
PAL NTSC  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
1
:
GND terminal (For turntable use)  
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to the GND  
terminal will normally minimize hum, but in some cases  
better results may be obtained with the ground wire  
disconnected.  
*
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BASIC CONNECTIONS (for Video Units)  
LD player  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
(General model)  
TV/Satellite tuner  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF SIGNAL  
S
GND  
MAIN  
LD  
PHONO  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
1
CD  
CD  
Video cassette recorder 1  
2
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO IN  
TV/DBS  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
3
DVD/  
VCR  
FRONT  
OUT  
3
PLAY  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
AUDIO IN  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO IN  
CD  
IN  
REC  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
AUDIO IN  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
Video cassette recorder 2  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
DVD player or  
video cassette recorder 3  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO IN  
PAL NTSC  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
AUDIO IN  
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
2
*
Monitor TV  
VIDEO IN  
2
:
PAL/NTSC switch (China and General models  
only)  
*
This unit is designed for use with the NTSC and PAL  
television formats. Set this switch to the position for the  
format your monitor TV employs.  
NTSC: Outputs signals in the NTSC format no matter  
which format (PAL or NTSC) of video signal is sent  
from an external video unit to this unit.  
Set to this position if your monitor TV employs the  
NTSC format.  
PAL: Outputs signals in the PAL format no matter which  
format (PAL or NTSC) of video signal is sent from  
an external video unit to this unit.  
Note  
Set to this position if your monitor TV employs the  
PAL format.  
Be sure to input a video signal which employs the same  
format that your monitor TV employs, otherwise a picture  
will not be played back normally.  
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Note  
DVD player, etc.  
If you wish to connect a second monitor TV (or a projector) to this  
unit, you can switch the DVD/VCR 3 VIDEO OUT terminal (and S  
VIDEO terminal also) to a second monitor out terminal for the  
connection with another monitor TV. (Refer to page 38.)  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
Projector  
For connecting with a monitor TV that uses a 21 pin  
connector for input (for Europe and U.K. models)  
Make a connection as figured below with a commercially  
available scart-plug connector cable.  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
PLAY  
OUT  
MD/TAPE  
1
TAPE  
2
4
REC  
IN  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
No connection  
Monitor TV  
Scart-plug connector cable  
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Connecting to VIDEO AUX terminals (on the front panel)  
These terminals are used to connect any video input source such as a camcorder to this unit.  
VIDEO AUX  
AUDIO OUT R  
R
AUDIO OUT L  
L
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S VIDEO OUT  
Camcorder  
S VIDEO  
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Connecting to digital (OPTICAL and COAXIAL) terminals  
If your CD player, MD recorder, LD player, DVD player,  
TV/satellite tuner, etc. are equipped with coaxial or optical  
digital audio signal output terminals, they can be connected to  
this unit’s COAXIAL and/or OPTICAL digital signal input  
terminals.  
Notes  
When you connect an audio/video unit to both of the digital  
and analog terminals of this unit, make sure to connect to  
both terminals of the same name.  
Be sure to attach the covers when the OPTICAL terminals  
are not being used, in order to protect the terminals from  
dust.  
To make a connection between optical digital audio signal  
terminals, remove the cover from each terminal, and then  
connect them by using a commercially available optical fiber  
cable that conforms to EIAJ standards. Other cables might not  
function correctly.  
All digital audio signal input terminals are applicable to the  
sampling frequency of 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz.  
In order to make this unit perform a successful DTS-  
decoding, the DTS bitstream must not be altered,  
manipulated or corrupted in the process that it is sent from  
the DIGITAL OUT terminal of a unit playing back a source  
encoded with the DTS to a digital signal input terminal of  
this unit.  
Even if you connect an audio/video unit to the OPTICAL (or  
COAXIAL) terminal of this unit, you must keep the unit  
connected with the same named analog audio signal terminals  
of this unit, because digital signal cannot be recorded by a tape  
deck or VCR connected to only analog audio signal terminals  
of this unit. You can switch the selection of input signals  
between “digital” and “analog” easily. (See page 41 for details.)  
* However, if you connect an MD recorder or DAT to this  
unit’s OPTICAL MD/TAPE 1 PLAY and REC terminals, it  
can record input sources connected to this unit’s OPTICAL  
digital signal input terminals.  
TV/Satellite tuner  
LD player  
COAXIAL  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
CD player  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF SIGNAL  
VIDEO  
S
VIDEO  
GND  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
COAXIAL  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
MAIN  
PHONO  
LD  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
1
CD  
CD  
2
TV/DBS  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
3
DVD/  
VCR  
FRONT  
OUT  
3
PLAY  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
CD  
IN  
REC  
MD recorder,  
DAT, etc.  
VCR  
2
OPTICAL  
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
DIGITAL OUT  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
REC  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL IN  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
COAXIAL  
DIGITAL OUT  
DVD player, etc.  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
PAL NTSC  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL OUT  
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
(General model)  
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Connecting to DOLBY DIGITAL (AC-3) RF output of the LD player  
If your LD player has a DOLBY DIGITAL (AC-3) RF signal  
Note  
output terminal, connect it to this unit’s  
DIGITAL (AC-3) RF  
DOLBY DIGITAL (AC-3) RF audio input signal cannot be  
recorded by a tape deck, MD recorder or VCR. To record an  
LD source, the LD player must be connected to the OPTICAL  
digital audio signal input terminal and/or analog audio signal  
input terminals of this unit.  
SIGNAL input terminal. Audio signals encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) are input to this unit by this connection.  
* To play back an LD source with the Dolby Digital decoded,  
set the input mode of LD to “AUTO” or “AC-3 RF”. (Refer to  
page 41 for details.)  
It is also necessary to connect the LD player to this unit’s  
OPTICAL digital audio signal input terminal and/or analog  
audio signal input terminals regardless of the DOLBY DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF signal connection, for playing back an LD source  
with the Dolby Pro Logic Surround or the DTS decoded, or in  
normal stereo (or monaural).  
LD player  
DIGITAL OUT  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF SIGAL  
S
GND  
MAIN  
LD  
PHONO  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
1
CD  
CD  
2
TV/DBS  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
3
DVD/  
VCR  
FRONT  
OUT  
3
PLAY  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
CD  
IN  
REC  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
PAL NTSC  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
(General model)  
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Connecting to S VIDEO terminals  
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 terminals, and connect  
this unit’s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal to the “S” video  
input of your monitor. Otherwise, connect the composite video  
terminals from your video cassette recorder, LD player, etc. to  
the VIDEO terminals of this unit, and connect this unit’s VIDEO  
MONITOR OUT terminal to the composite video input of your  
monitor.  
Notes about the Video superimpose  
If you watch a video source that is connected to both S  
VIDEO and VIDEO input terminals of this unit, signals of  
screen display information are output from only the S  
VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal.  
When no video signal is input to either S VIDEO or VIDEO  
input terminals of this unit, signals of screen display  
information are output from both S VIDEO MONITOR OUT  
and VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminals with a color  
background.  
Note  
* For China and General models, if the PAL/NTSC switch  
on the rear panel is set to “PAL”, nothing will be output  
from either S VIDEO MONITOR OUT or VIDEO  
MONITOR OUT terminal in this case.  
If video signals are sent to both S VIDEO input and VIDEO  
input terminals, the signals will be sent to their respective  
output terminals.  
LD player  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
Video cassette recorder 1  
TV/Satellite tuner  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
S
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
VCR  
1
OUT  
IN  
VCR  
2
OUT  
IN  
DVD
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
MONITOR  
OUT  
DVD player or video  
cassette recorder 3  
Video cassette recorder 2  
Monitor TV  
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Connecting an external sound processor, decoder, amplifier, etc. to this unit  
This unit is equipped with additional 6-channel audio signal  
input terminals (for left main, right main, center, left rear  
surround, right rear surround and subwoofer channels)  
available for inputting signals from your existing amplifier,  
sound processor, decoder, etc. to this unit.  
Note  
When signals input to these terminals are selected, the digital  
sound field processor cannot be used.  
To listen to a sound by reproducing signals input to these  
terminals, press the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button on  
the front panel once or more so that “EXT. DECODER IN”  
appears on the display. By doing so, the signals input to these  
terminals are sent to the corresponding SPEAKERS terminals  
and OUTPUT terminals of this unit.  
(General model)  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
AUDIO SIGNAL  
VIDEO SIGNAL  
DIGITAL  
(AC-3) RF SIGNAL  
VIDEO  
S
VIDEO  
GND  
MAIN  
PHONO  
LD  
LD  
TV/DBS  
IN  
1
CD  
CD  
2
TV/DBS  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
3
DVD/  
VCR  
FRONT  
OUT  
3
PLAY  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
CD  
IN  
REC  
VCR  
2
3
PLAY  
OUT  
PLAY  
MD/TAPE  
REC  
1
TAPE  
2
4
IN  
REC  
DVD/  
VCR  
3
DVD/VCRA3S AOUT  
CAN BE USED  
SECOND  
LD  
MAIN  
OUT  
MONITOR OUT, IF SELECTED  
BY SET MENU.  
SUB  
MONITOR  
OUT  
TV/DBS  
DVD/  
CENTER  
PAL NTSC  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
VCR  
3
DIGITAL SIGNAL  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT  
MAIN OUT  
CENTER OUT  
SURROUND OUT  
SUBWOOFER OUT  
External sound processor,  
decoder, amplifier, etc.  
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CONNECTING SPEAKERS  
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the  
rear of this unit.  
Main speakers  
Center speaker  
Rear speakers  
Right  
Left  
Left  
Right  
SPEAKERS  
CAUTION  
SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.  
MAIN  
A
CENTER  
B
+
A
B
A OR B  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
COUPLER  
MAIN CH  
CENTER  
SUBWOOFER  
MONO SPLIT  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
PRE  
MAIN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
Subwoofer system  
OUT  
IN  
Right  
Left  
Front effect speakers  
How to Connect:  
Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge, cut as short as possible. If the connections are  
faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct, that is the + and –  
markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.  
Caution  
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/or  
speakers.  
Red: positive (+)  
Black: negative (–)  
<U.S.A., Canada, China, Australia and General models  
only>  
Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert the  
Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal.  
Unscrew the knob.  
2
Insert the bare wire.  
[Remove approx. 5mm  
(1/4”) insulation from  
the speaker wires.]  
Tighten the knob and  
secure the wire.  
3
1
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Note on center speaker connection:  
Note on a subwoofer connection:  
One or two center speakers can be connected to this unit. If  
you cannot place the center speaker on or under the TV, it is  
recommended to use two center speakers and place them on  
both sides of the TV to orient the center sound at the center  
position. When using one center speaker, connect it to either  
the A or B terminals and set the CENTER SPEAKERS switch  
to “A OR B” (bottom position). When using two center  
speakers, connect them to the A and B terminals, and set the  
switch to “A + B” (top position).  
You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce low frequencies  
or to output low bass sound from the subwoofer channel when  
reproducing discrete signals.  
When using one subwoofer, connect the SUBWOOFER  
MONO terminal of this unit to the INPUT terminal of the  
subwoofer amplifier, and connect the speaker terminals of the  
subwoofer amplifier to the subwoofer.  
COUPLER  
MAIN CH  
CENTER  
OUT  
SUBWOOFER  
MONO SPLIT  
FRONT  
REAR  
If, however, you will not use a center speaker, be sure to set  
the function “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET MENU mode in the  
“NONE” position. (See page 26.)  
(SURROUND)  
PRE  
MAIN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
Center  
speaker  
Center  
speaker  
SPEAKERS  
CAUTION SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.  
MAIN  
A
CENTER  
B
Subwoofer  
system  
+
A
B
A OR B  
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 SPLIT  
terminal to the INPUT terminal of the amplifier driving a  
subwoofer, and the other SUBWOOFER SPLIT terminal to the  
INPUT terminal of the amplifier driving the other subwoofer,  
and then connect each subwoofer to the corresponding  
amplifier.  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
CENTER SPEAKERS  
switch  
COUPLER  
MAIN CH  
CENTER  
OUT  
SUBWOOFER  
MONO SPLIT  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
PRE  
MAIN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
Subwoofer  
system  
Subwoofer  
system  
With some subwoofers, including the Yamaha Active Servo  
Processing Subwoofer System, the amplifier and subwoofer  
are in the same unit.  
(Refer to page 21 for details about the SUBWOOFER  
MONO/SPLIT terminals.)  
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IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch  
Be sure to switch this only when the power to this unit is not on.  
Select the position whose requirements your speaker system  
meets.  
(Left position)  
Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 4or  
higher.  
WARNING  
Center: If you use two center speakers, the impedance of  
each speaker must be 4or higher.  
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch  
setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this  
unit may be damaged.  
If you use one center speaker, the impedance of the  
speaker must be 4or higher.  
IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE  
STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;  
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to  
either end closely. If so, set the switch to either end closely.  
Main: The impedance of each speaker must be 4or  
higher.  
Front effect:  
The impedance of each speaker must be 6or  
higher.  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
(Right position)  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 8or  
SET BEFORE POWER ON  
higher.  
+
MAIN  
:
4
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
A
A
B
CENTER  
A
B
B
:
:
/SPEAKER  
A
OR  
44MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
6MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
OR  
B
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
Center: If you use two center speakers, the impedance of  
each speaker must be 4or higher.  
MAIN  
:
8
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
CENTER  
A
A
B
B
:
:
/SPEAKER  
OR  
88MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
8MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
If you use one center speaker, the impedance of the  
speaker must be 8or higher.  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
AC OUTLETS  
Main: The impedance of each speaker must be 8or  
SWITCHED  
UNSWITCHED  
higher.  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
Front effect:  
I00W MAX. TOTAL  
200W MAX.  
The impedance of each speaker must be 8or  
higher.  
(General model)  
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To drive main, center, front effect and/or rear speakers with external amplifiers  
The speaker connections described on page 18 are fine for  
most applications. If for some reason, however, you wish to  
3 SUBWOOFER terminals  
drive main, center, front effect and/or rear speakers with your  
existing amplifier, etc., the following terminals are available for  
connecting external amplifier(s) to this unit.  
SUBWOOFER MONO terminal  
When using a subwoofer, connect its amplifier input to  
this terminal. Frequencies below 90 Hz distributed from  
the main, center and/or rear channels are output from this  
terminal. Signals of LFE (low frequency effect) generated  
when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS is decoded are  
also output if they are assigned to this terminal.  
COUPLER  
MAIN CH  
CENTER  
OUT  
SUBWOOFER  
MONO SPLIT  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
PRE  
MAIN  
OUT  
IN  
SUBWOOFER SPLIT terminals  
When using two subwoofers, connect their amplifier  
inputs to these terminals. Low bass signals that are  
output from the SUBWOOFER MONO terminal are also  
output from these terminals. However, signals from the  
left main and left rear channels are output to the SPLIT L  
terminal, and signals from the right main and right rear  
channels are to the SPLIT R terminal separately.  
OUT  
IN  
1
2
3 4 5  
4 FRONT terminals  
1 MAIN CH PRE OUT/MAIN IN terminals  
The PRE OUT terminals are for main channel line output,  
and the MAIN IN terminals are for line input to the built-in  
main channel amplifier. The PRE OUT and MAIN IN  
terminals must be connected with jumper bars when the  
built-in amplifier is used.  
These terminals are for front effect channel line output.  
There is no connection to these terminals when you use  
the built-in amplifier.  
However, if you drive front effect speakers with an  
external stereo power amplifier, connect the input  
terminals of the external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX  
terminals of an amplifier or a receiver) to these terminals.  
However, if you drive main speakers with an external  
stereo power amplifier, first remove the jumper bars, and  
then connect the input terminals of the external amplifier  
(MAIN IN or AUX terminals of an amplifier or a receiver)  
to the PRE OUT terminals. No connection is needed to  
the MAIN IN terminals.  
* Output signals from the PRE OUT terminals are  
affected by the use of BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE  
controls and BASS EXTENSION switch.  
5 REAR (SURROUND) terminals  
These terminals are for rear channel line output. There is  
no connection to these terminals when you use the built-  
in amplifier.  
However, if you drive rear speakers with an external  
stereo power amplifier, connect the input terminals of the  
external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of an  
amplifier or a receiver) to these terminals.  
2 CENTER OUT/IN terminals  
The CENTER OUT terminals are for center channel line  
output, and the CENTER IN terminal is for line input to the  
built-in center channel amplifier.  
Notes  
Output level of signals from all of these terminals are  
adjusted by the use of VOLUME control on the front panel  
or MASTER VOLUME keys on the remote control  
transmitter.  
The lower side of CENTER OUT terminals and the  
CENTER IN terminal must be connected with a jumper  
bar when the built-in amplifier is used.  
However, if you drive one or two center speakers with an  
external power amplifier (for each), first remove the  
jumper bar, and then connect the input terminal(s) of the  
external amplifier(s) to either or both CENTER OUT  
terminals. No connection is needed to the CENTER IN  
terminal.  
If an external power amplifier is connected to the FRONT  
or REAR output terminals, the corresponding internal  
amplifier will be turned off and no output will be available  
at the SPEAKERS terminals.  
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PLUGGING IN THIS UNIT  
After completing all connections, plug the AC power cord  
into a convenient AC outlet.  
Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if this unit is  
not to be used for a long period of time.  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
SET BEFORE POWER ON  
+
MAIN  
:
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
4Ω  
/SPEAKER  
A
B
CENTER  
A
B
B
:
:
A
OR  
44MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
6MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
A OR B  
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
MAIN  
:
4MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
CENTER  
A
B
B
:
:
8Ω  
/SPEAKER  
A
OR  
88MMIINN.. /SPEAKER  
8MIN. //SSPPEEAAKKEERR  
REAR  
:
:
FRONT EFFECT  
To AC outlet  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
AC OUTLETS  
SWITCHED  
UNSWITCHED  
FRONT  
REAR  
(SURROUND)  
I00W MAX. TOTAL  
200W MAX.  
(General model)  
2
1
*
*
1
AC OUTLET(S)  
*
(U.S.A., Canada, China and General models)  
.......................................................... 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS  
1 UNSWITCHED OUTLET  
The power to the UNSWITCHED outlet is not controlled by this  
unit’s STANDBY/ON switch or the provided remote control  
transmitter’s SYSTEM POWER ON and STANDBY keys. This  
outlet will supply power to the connected unit even if this unit is  
in the standby mode.  
(Europe, U.K. and Australia models)  
............................................................. 1 SWITCHED OUTLET  
The maximum power (total power consumption of components)  
that can be connected to the UNSWITCHED AC OUTLET is as  
follows.  
Use these to connect the power cords from your components  
to this unit.  
U.S.A. and Canada models: 180W  
The power to the SWITCHED outlets is controlled by this unit’s  
STANDBY/ON switch or the provided remote control  
transmitter’s SYSTEM POWER ON and STANDBY keys.  
These outlets will supply power to any connected unit  
whenever this unit is turned on.  
China and General models: 200W  
The maximum power (total power consumption of components)  
that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) is as  
follows.  
2
Voltage Selector (China and General Models  
*
U.S.A. model: 120W  
only)  
Except U.S.A. model: 100W  
The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be  
set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the  
AC main supply.  
Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.  
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CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
FRONT PANEL  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7ch  
CINEMA DSP  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
4
40  
STANDBY/ON  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
0
–dB  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD  
CD  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
TV/DBS  
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
7 8 9 0 A B C D  
E
F
G
1 STANDBY/ON switch  
5 INPUT SELECTOR  
Press this switch to turn the power to this unit on. Press it  
again to turn this unit into the standby mode.  
* 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.  
Selects the input source that you want to listen to (and watch).  
The selected source is shown on the display.  
6 Master VOLUME control  
Simultaneously controls volume level at all outputs: front effect,  
main, rear, center, and subwoofer. (This does not affect REC  
OUT level.)  
Standby mode  
In this state, this unit consumes a very small quantity of  
power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control  
transmitter.  
* When the volume is decreased by pressing the MUTE key  
on the remote control transmitter, the indicator on the master  
VOLUME control flashes on and off.  
7 PHONES jack  
2 Remote control sensor  
Plug in headphones here for private listening. Sound signals  
from the main channels only are output here. However, if the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS is decoded, signals at all  
channels are distributed to the main channels and output here.  
Receives signals from the remote control transmitter.  
3 Display panel  
Shows various information. (For details, refer to page 25.)  
4 TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button  
When this button is pressed once or more so that “TAPE2  
MONITOR ON” appears on the display, sound source played  
on the unit connected to the TAPE 2 PLAY/REC AUDIO  
SIGNAL terminals on the rear of this unit is selected as the  
input source taking priority of the INPUT SELECTOR’s setting.  
When this button is pressed once or more so that “EXT.  
DECODER IN” appears on the display, sound signals input to  
the EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals on the rear of this  
unit is selected as the input source taking priority of the INPUT  
SELECTOR’s setting.  
PHONES  
When this button is pressed once or more so that the display  
returns to a normal display mode, the above input sources are  
canceled.  
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8 BASS EXTENSION switch  
E INPUT MODE button  
When this switch is pressed inward (ON), boosts bass  
frequency response at the main left and main right channels  
while maintaining overall tonal balance. If you do not have a  
subwoofer, the use of this switch will be effective to reinforce  
the bass frequencies.  
Switches the mode of selecting input signals between “AUTO”,  
“DTS” and “ANALOG” modes for sources that input two or  
more types of signals to this unit. (Refer to page 41 for details.)  
* For LD source, this switches among “AUTO”, “AC-3 RF”,  
“DTS”, “DIGITAL” and “ANALOG” modes.  
9 SET MENU –/+ button  
F VIDEO AUX terminals  
Performs setting changes and adjustments for functions  
selected by pressing the NEXT button.  
Connect an auxiliary video or audio input source unit such as a  
camcorder to these terminals. If the connected video unit has a  
S video output terminal, connect it to the S VIDEO terminal to  
obtain a high resolution picture. The source connected to these  
terminals can be selected by the INPUT SELECTOR and REC  
OUT selector.  
NEXT button  
Selects functions in the SET MENU mode whenever pressed.  
0 BASS and TREBLE controls  
Adjust low and high frequency response respectively for the left  
main, right main and center channels only.  
G Control door  
When it is not necessary to operate controls inside the control  
door, close the door.  
A PROGRAM selector button  
Sequentially selects the digital sound field processing  
To open the door  
programs in the  
or  
direction.  
B BALANCE control  
This control is effective only for the sound from the main  
speakers.  
This control adjusts the balance of the output volume to the left  
and right main speakers to compensate for sound imbalance  
caused by speaker location or listening room conditions.  
C EFFECT button  
Switches on and off the output from the center, rear and front  
effect speakers. When switched to off, the sound becomes  
normal 2-channels.  
* Even if the output from the center, rear and front effect  
speakers is off, when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS is  
decoded, signals at all channels are distributed to the main  
channels and output from the main speakers.  
To close the door  
D REC OUT selector  
Selects the source to be recorded to an MD recorder (or tape  
deck 1) or VCR 1 independently of the setting of the INPUT  
SELECTOR. However, when set to the SOURCE position, the  
setting of the INPUT SELECTOR decides the source to be  
recorded to an MD recorder (or tape deck) or VCR.  
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DISPLAY PANEL  
1
2
3
TV/DBS  
VCR 1  
LD  
MD/TAPE 1  
TUNER  
CD  
DIGITAL  
VCR 2  
PRO LOGIC  
DVD/VCR 3  
DSP  
V
-
AUX  
PHONO  
DIGITAL SOURCE  
SLEEP  
TAPE 2 MON  
AC  
3
DTS PCM  
4 5  
6
7
8
5 DSP indicator  
1
indicators  
“DSP” lights up when the built-in digital sound field processor  
is on.  
When the built-in DTS decoder is on, either dts indicator lights  
up. Red “dts” indicator lights up when playing a compact disc  
or laserdisc encoded with the DTS. Orange “dts” indicator  
lights up when playing a DVD encoded with the DTS.  
* On a DVD/LD combi-player, if you play a laserdisc encoded  
with the DTS after playing a Video-CD, DVD, etc., the  
orange “dts” indicator may light up.  
6 Digital audio input signal indicators  
These indicators show the type of digital signal currently input  
to this unit.  
When PCM digital audio signals are input to this unit, “PCM”  
lights up.  
When digital audio signals encoded with the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) are input to this unit, “AC-3” lights up.  
When digital audio signals encoded with the DTS are input to  
this unit, “DTS” lights up.  
2 Multi-information display  
Shows the currently selected DSP program, or information for  
several adjustments or setting changes made on this unit.  
3 Input source indicators  
7 SLEEP indicator  
Show the currently selected input source by the arrow-shaped  
cursor.  
Lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is functioning.  
8 TAPE 2 MON indicator  
4
DIGITAL and  
PRO LOGIC indicators  
Lights up when the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) connected  
to the TAPE 2 PLAY/REC AUDIO SIGNAL terminals on the  
rear of this unit is selected as the input source by pressing the  
TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button.  
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.  
PRO LOGIC” lights up when the built-in Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround Decoder is on.  
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ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT  
SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES SUITABLE FOR YOUR SPEAKER  
SYSTEM (IN THE “SET MENU” MODE)  
This unit provides you with the following functions to distribute respective output signals to suitable speakers in 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.  
* For details about the SET MENU mode, refer to pages 32 to 38.  
1. SPEAKER SET  
1A. CENTER SP  
1B. REAR SP  
1C. MAIN SP  
1D. LFE/BASS OUT  
1E. FRONT MIX  
1F. MAIN LEVEL  
DESCRIPTION OF EACH FUNCTION  
1A. CENTER SP  
1B. REAR SP  
Choices: LARGE (LRG)/SMALL (SML)/NONE  
Preset position: LRG  
Choices: LARGE/SMALL  
Preset position: LARGE  
LRG:  
Select this position when your center speaker is  
approximately the same size as the main speakers.  
LARGE: Select this position if your rear speakers 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.  
SML:  
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 SUBWOOFER terminals  
(or the main speakers if the MAIN position is selected  
on “1D. LFE/BASS OUT”).  
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  
terminals (or the main speakers if the MAIN position  
is selected on “1D. LFE/BASS OUT”).  
NONE: 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.  
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1C. MAIN SP  
1E. FRONT MIX  
Choices: LARGE/SMALL  
Preset position: LARGE  
Choices: OFF-7ch/ON-5ch  
Preset position: OFF-7ch  
LARGE: Select this position if your main speakers have a high  
ability for bass reproduction.  
OFF-7ch:Select this position if your speaker system includes a  
pair of front effect speakers.  
In this position, full range signals present at the main  
channels are output from the main speakers.  
ON-5ch: Select this position if your speaker system does not  
include a pair of front effect speakers.  
SMALL: 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.  
Sound signals at the left and right front effect  
channels are distributed to the left and right main  
channels respectively, and output from the main  
speakers.  
In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) at the  
main channels are output from the SUBWOOFER  
terminals (if the SW or BOTH position is selected on  
“1D. LFE/BASS OUT”).  
1D. LFE/BASS OUT  
1F. MAIN LEVEL  
Choices: SW/MAIN/BOTH  
Preset position: SW  
Choices: Normal/–10dB  
Preset position: Normal  
MAIN:  
Select this position if your system does not include a  
subwoofer.  
Normal: Normally, select this position.  
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 “1A. CENTER  
SP” to “1C. MAIN SP” to be distributed from other  
channels are output from the main speakers.  
–10dB: Select this position if the volume levels to the center,  
rear and/or front effect speakers are lower than the  
level to the main speakers even though they are  
adjusted to maximum.  
The volume level to the main speakers are  
decreased by 10 dB, so you can adjust the speaker  
output level balance properly.  
SW/BOTH:  
Select either the SW 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 “1A. CENTER  
SP” to “1C. MAIN SP” to be distributed from other  
channels are output from the SUBWOOFER  
terminals.  
When the LARGE position is selected on “1C. MAIN  
SP”, in the SW position, no signal is distributed from  
the main channels to the SUBWOOFER terminals,  
however in the BOTH position, low bass signals from  
the main channels are output to both of the main  
speakers and the SUBWOOFER terminals.  
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METHOD OF CHANGING SELECTIONS  
Operations should be made watching information on this unit’s display panel or the monitor screen.  
1
PARAMETER/SET MENU  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
10  
11  
12  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
20  
l2  
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
28  
60  
8
40  
4
TEST  
STANDBY/ON  
2, 3, 4  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
SET MENU  
0
–dB  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
1
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
TV  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
MUTE  
VCR  
STANDBY  
3, 4 2  
If you will use the remote control transmitter, set the  
PARAMETER/SET MENU switch to the SET MENU  
position on the remote control transmitter.  
Remote control  
Front panel  
3
4
SET MENU  
NEXT  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter with the  
or  
lid open.  
PARAMETER  
SET MENU  
Press once.  
1
Turn the power to this unit on. (If you want to display  
information on the monitor, turn the power to the monitor  
on.)  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
Front panel  
Remote control  
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
STANDBY/ON  
or  
Press “+” or “–” once or more so that the arrow-shaped  
cursor points the position you will select.  
Remote control  
Front panel  
2
Select the title “1. SPEAKER SET” by pressing the  
button figured below once or more (so that the title  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
appears on the display).  
or  
Remote control  
Front panel  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
or  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
Cursor  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
5
In the same way, select a proper position on “1B.  
REAR SP”, “1C. MAIN SP”, “1D. LFE/BASS OUT”, “1E.  
FRONT MIX” and/or “1F. MAIN LEVEL”.  
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
First select the title of function by following step 2, and  
then select a proper position by following step 4.  
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SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT  
This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level balance between the main, center rear and front effect speakers using the  
built-in test tone generator. When this adjustment is performed, the sound output level heard at the listening position will be the  
same from each speaker. This is important for the best performance of the digital sound field processor, the Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoder, the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder and the DTS decoder.  
The adjustment of each speaker output level should be done at your listening position with the remote control transmitter.  
Otherwise, the result may not be satisfactory.  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter with the lid open.  
1
2
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
V-AUX  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
/EXT. DECODER  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
2
TAPE  
2
MON  
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
CLUB  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
5
6
2
4
5
6
PHONO  
20  
l2  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
28  
60  
8
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
40  
4
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
STANDBY/ON  
/DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
0
10  
11  
12  
–dB  
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
TEST  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
SET MENU  
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
TV  
MUTE  
4 3  
VCR  
STANDBY  
Front panel  
1
4
5
6
BASS  
Front panel  
EXTENSION  
VOLUME  
l6  
20  
l2  
ON  
OFF  
28  
8
4
40  
Set to the “OFF ( )”.  
2
60  
0
–dB  
Set the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch on the  
remote control transmitter to the PARAMETER  
Set to the “ ” position.  
position.  
Remote control  
2
3
Turn the power on.  
Front panel  
PARAMETER  
SET MENU  
Remote control  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
STANDBY/ON  
or  
Press the TEST key on the remote control transmitter  
so that “TEST DOLBY SUR.” appears on the display to  
enter test mode.  
Front panel  
Remote control  
TEST  
BASS  
0
TREBLE  
0
BALANCE  
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
L
5
5
R
5
5
Set to the “0” position.  
CONTINUED  
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CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
10  
11  
12  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
TEST  
9
7
0
–dB  
SET MENU  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
MASTER VOLUME  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
TV  
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
MUTE  
VCR  
STANDBY  
8
7
Turn up the volume.  
8
9
Adjust the BALANCE control so that the effect sound  
output level of the left main speaker and the right main  
speaker are the same.  
Remote control  
Front panel  
BALANCE  
0
MUTE  
l
l
2
2
3
3
4
4
L
5
5
R
You will hear a test tone (like pink noise) from the left main  
speaker, then the center speaker, then the right main  
speaker, then the right rear speaker, and then the left rear  
speaker, for about 2.5 seconds each. The display changes  
as shown below.  
Adjust the sound output levels of the center speaker  
and the rear speakers so that they become almost as  
same as that of the main speakers.  
How to adjust:  
Pressing the + or – key adjusts the level to the speaker  
(except the main speakers) currently outputting the test  
tone.  
* Pressing the + key raises and the key lowers the  
level.  
Main (L)  
Center  
* While adjusting, the test tone is fixed on the selected  
speaker.  
Main (R)  
Remote control  
Rear (R)  
Rear (L)  
If desired, you can select a speaker to output the test  
*
The state of test tone output is also shown on the monitor  
screen by an image of audio listening room. This is  
convenient for adjusting each speaker level.  
tone by pressing the  
or  
key once or more so that  
“CENTER”, “RIGHT SURROUND” or “LEFT  
SURROUND” appears on the display.  
* While holding the  
or  
key pressed, the test tone  
is fixed on the selected speaker.  
TEST DOLBY SUR.  
* “CENTER” shows the center speaker is selected,  
“RIGHT SURROUND” shows the right rear speaker,  
and “LEFT SURROUND” shows the left rear speaker.  
* The output level of the selected speaker can be  
adjusted by the + or – key.  
Remote control  
EFFECT LEVEL  
+
CENTER  
2dB  
*
If the function “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET MENU mode  
is set in the “NONE” position, you will hear the center  
channel test tone from the left and right main speakers.  
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2
3
TAPE  
2
MON  
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
CLUB  
4
5
6
PHONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
TEST  
11  
SET MENU  
10, 12  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
TV  
MUTE  
VCR  
STANDBY  
12  
When the adjustment is finished, press the TEST  
key once again to cancel the test tone.  
10  
For the front effect speaker level adjustment, press  
the TEST key on the remote control transmitter  
again so that “TEST DSP” appears on the display.  
Remote control  
Remote control  
TEST  
TEST  
Disappears  
A calibration signal should be heard from the main  
speakers and the front effect speakers in turn.  
Notes  
Once you have completed these adjustments, you can  
adjust whole sound level on your audio system by using  
the VOLUME control (or the MASTER VOLUME keys on  
the remote control transmitter) only.  
If you use external power amplifiers, you may also use  
their volume controls to achieve proper balance.  
If the function “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET MENU mode  
is set in the “NONE” position, in step 9, the sound output  
level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted. This is  
because in this mode, the center sound is automatically  
output from the left and right main speakers.  
Main  
Front effect  
11  
Adjust the front effect speaker level by pressing the  
+ or – key so that it becomes almost as same as  
that of the main speakers.  
* While adjusting, the test tone is fixed on the front  
effect speaker.  
If there is insufficient sound output from the center and  
rear speakers, you may decrease the main speaker  
output level by setting the function “1F. MAIN LEVEL” in  
the SET MENU mode in the “–10dB” position.  
Remote control  
* Pressing the  
or  
key makes the test tone fix  
on the left front effect speaker and the right front  
effect speaker respectively. This is helpful for you  
to check that each speaker is correctly connected  
to this unit.  
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ADJUSTMENTS IN THE “SET MENU” MODE  
The following twelve types of functions maximize the performance of your system and expand your enjoyment for audio listening and  
video watching.  
1. SPEAKER SET  
1A. CENTER SP  
1B. REAR SP  
3. DLBY DGTL SET  
3A. LFE LEVEL  
3B. D-RANGE  
07. CINEMA EQ  
08. PARAMETER INI  
09. MEMORY GUARD  
10. VCR3 VIDEO  
11. INPUT MODE  
12. DIMMER  
1C. MAIN SP  
4. DTS SET  
1D. LFE/BASS OUT  
1E. FRONT MIX  
1F. MAIN LEVEL  
4A. LFE LEVEL  
5. CENTER DELAY  
6. CENTER GEQ  
2. LOW FREQ. TEST  
METHOD OF SETTING CHANGE AND ADJUSTMENT  
PARAMETER/SET MENU  
CONCERT CONCERT  
VIDEO VIDEO  
TV  
1
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
/
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
VOLUME  
INPUT SELECTOR  
10  
11  
12  
l6  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
TEST  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
1, 2  
0
SET MENU  
–dB  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
TV  
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
MUTE  
VCR  
STANDBY  
2 1  
Operations should be made watching information on this unit’s  
display panel or the monitor screen. If you want to display  
information on the monitor, turn on the power to the monitor.  
2
Select any desired position or edit parameters on the  
function.  
Remote control  
Front panel  
The use of the remote control transmitter is recommended for  
easier operation.  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
When using the remote control transmitter, set the  
PARAMETER/SET MENU switch to the SET MENU position  
on the remote control transmitter.  
or  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter with the  
lid open.  
PARAMETER  
3
Repeat step 1 and 2 to make a setting change or  
adjustment on any other function.  
SET MENU  
Note  
1
Press once or more until the title of function on which you  
will make a change appears on the display.  
A detailed adjusting method by using the remote control  
transmitter’s keys is described for each function on pages 33 to  
38. When you make an adjustment on the front panel, note the  
following.  
Remote control  
Front panel  
+/– keys on the remote control transmitter are identical with  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
the SET MENU +/– button on the front panel.  
or  
key on the remote control transmitter is identical with the  
NEXT button on the front panel.  
In addition, note that the  
transmitter can be used to change selections in the order  
reverse to the key.  
key on the remote control  
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DESCRIPTIONS OF THE FUNCTIONS  
1. SPEAKER SET (Selecting the output modes suitable for your speaker system)  
Refer to pages 26 to 28 for details. (Once you have selected proper modes, you do not have to make a setting change until any  
alteration is made in your speaker system.)  
2. LOW FREQ. TEST (Adjusting subwoofer level by using the test tone)  
The internal low frequency test tone generator is useful for  
adjusting subwoofer level to make the subwoofer sound match  
the sound of other speakers in your audio system.  
* The test tone will not be necessarily output from only the  
selected speaker(s). The output mode of the test tone  
depends on the settings on “1. SPEAKER SET” in the  
SET MENU mode.  
Operating procedure  
1. After selecting this function (title) in step 1 on page 32,  
press the + or – key to display the mode for adjustment.  
* Even if a source is being played back, the test tone is  
output instead of the source sounds.  
4. Press the  
key so that the arrow points to  
88 Hz”. To confirm that the subwoofer  
. . . . . . .  
2. Press the  
“TEST TONE  
key so that the arrow points to  
. . . .  
“FREQ.  
OFF”. Next press the + or – key to  
sound matches the sound of other speakers, change the  
frequency of test tone one by one by pressing the + or –  
key. (Frequency can be changed from 35 Hz to 250 Hz,  
and last, all range (35–250 Hz) of frequencies are output.)  
Adjust subwoofer level with the control on the  
switch to the “ON” position.  
The test tone is heard from the selected speaker(s).  
3. Press the  
“OUTPUT  
key so that the arrow points to  
. . . .  
”. Next press the + or – key to select the  
subwoofer so that the subwoofer sound matches the  
sound of other speakers in any range of low frequencies.  
speaker whose sound you want to compare with the  
subwoofer sound. The test tone is output from the selected  
speaker.  
Note  
This low frequency test tone can also be applied to check the  
bass response in your room. For the best bass condition, bass  
sound must be heard definitely at any position in your room. If  
not, change the setting of subwoofer or furniture in your room.  
* Adjust the MASTER VOLUME keys so that the test tone  
can be heard at your desired listening level.  
* If “SUBWOOFER” is selected, the test tone below 90 Hz  
is output from the subwoofer.  
3. DLBY DGTL (DOLBY DIGITAL) SET  
Adjusting method  
After selecting the title “3. DLBY DGTL SET” in step 1 on page 32, press the + or – key to display the title “3A. LFE LEVEL”. To  
select the title “3B. D-RANGE”, press the “3A. LFE LEVEL” again, press the key.) Then make a  
setting change or adjustment with the + or – key.  
key. (To select the title  
3A. LFE LEVEL (Adjusting the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect) channel)  
Control range: –20 dB to 0 dB  
Preset value: 0 dB  
Adjusts the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect)  
channel. If the LFE signals are mixed with signals at other  
channels to output them from the same speakers, the ratio of  
LFE signal level to the level of other signals are adjusted. (Refer  
to page 5 for details about the LFE channel.)  
This adjustment is effective only when the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) is decoded and the signals of selected source  
encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) contain LFE signals.  
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3B. D-RANGE (Adjusting dynamic range)  
Choices: MAX/STD/MIN  
Preset position: MAX  
In this position, a source encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) is reproduced in the “compressed”  
dynamic range of the source suitable for low level  
listening.  
This adjustment is effective only when the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) is decoded.  
If you desire, you can adjust the dynamic range  
manually only when the STD position is selected.  
MAX:  
“Dynamic range” is the difference between the  
maximum level and the minimum level of sounds.  
Sounds on a movie originally designed for movie  
theaters feature very wide dynamic range.  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) technology can bring the original  
sound track into a home audio format with this wide  
dynamic range unchanged.  
In this position, a source encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) is reproduced in the original sound  
track’s wide dynamic range providing you with  
powerful sounds like a movie theater.  
H-LEVEL CUT (High Level Cut Scale)  
Control range: 0.0 to 1.0  
Preset value: 1.0  
Adjusts the dynamic range of high level signals of  
source. The larger the value, the more the range is  
reduced. The smaller the value, the range is more  
widened.  
Selecting this position will be more ideal if you can  
listen to a source in a high output level in a room  
specially soundproofed for audio/video enjoyment.  
L-LEVEL BST (Low Level Boost Scale)  
Control range: 0.0 to 1.0  
Preset value: 1.0  
STD (Standard):  
Powerful sounds of extremely wide dynamic range  
Adjusts the dynamic range of low level signals of  
source. The larger the value, the more the range is  
widened. The smaller the value, the range is more  
reduced.  
are not always suitable for home use. Depending  
upon the condition of your listening environment, it  
may not be possible to increase the sound output  
level as high as a movie theater. However, in a level  
suitable for listening in your room, the low level parts  
of source sound cannot be heard well because they  
will be lost among noises in your environment.  
Adjusting method  
Select the title H-LEVEL CUT or L-LEVEL BST by  
pressing the  
or  
key and adjust its value by  
pressing the + or – key.  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) technology also made it  
possible to reduce an original sound track’s dynamic  
range for a home audio format by “compressing” the  
data of sound.  
MIN:  
In this position, dynamic range is more reduced than  
in the STD position. Selecting this position will be  
effective when you must listen to a source in  
extremely low level.  
* In this position, it may happen that sound is output  
faintly or not output normally depending on a  
source. In that case, select the MAX or STD  
position.  
4. DTS SET  
Adjusting method  
After selecting the title “4. DTS SET” in step 1 on page 32, press the + or – key to display the title “4A. LFE LEVEL”. Then adjust its  
level with the + or – key.  
4A. LFE LEVEL (Adjusting the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect) channel)  
Control range: –10 dB to 10 dB  
Preset value: 0 dB  
Adjusts the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect)  
channel. If the LFE signals are mixed with signals at other  
channels to output them from the same speakers, the ratio of  
LFE signal level to the level of other signals is adjusted. (Refer to  
page 6 for details about the LFE channel.)  
This adjustment is effective only when the DTS is decoded  
and the signals of selected source encoded with the DTS  
contain LFE signals.  
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5. CENTER DELAY (Adjusting the delay of center sounds (dialog etc.))  
Control range: 0 ms to 5 ms (in 1 ms step)  
Preset value: 0 ms  
Adjusts the delay between the main sounds (at the main  
channels) and dialog etc. (at the center channel).  
The larger the value, the later the dialog etc. is generated.  
In your audio system, the distance from the center speaker to  
your listening position may be shorter than the distance from  
the left or right main speaker to your listening position. In that  
case, sounds from the left main, center and right main  
speakers can reach your listening position at the same time by  
delaying the sound from the center speaker.  
This adjustment is effective only when the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) or the DTS is decoded and the signals of selected  
source encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS  
contain center channel signals.  
6. CENTER GEQ (Adjusting the Center Channel Graphic Equalizer)  
The built-in five band graphic equalizer is used to tailor, over a  
±6 dB range, the overall output frequency response of the  
center channel. The five bands cover the complete audible  
sound spectrum and are centered on 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz,  
3 kHz and 10 kHz frequencies. Adjustment should be done to  
each frequency individually.  
Adjusting method  
After selecting the function (title) in step 1 on page 32, press  
the + or – key to display the condition of the equalizer. Then  
select a frequency with the  
with the + or – key.  
or  
key and adjust its level  
* Adjustment can be made by monitoring sounds using the  
test tone. To use the test tone, press the TEST key so that  
“TEST DOLBY SUR.” appears on the display before making  
adjustment. The test tone is output from the center  
speaker(s).  
7. CINEMA EQ (Adjusting the tonal balance of speakers)  
It is difficult to balance tonal quality of the main, center, front  
effect and rear effect speakers, because they may be different  
in type and size, and their setting positions and heights are  
also different. The built-in CINEMA Equalizer enables you to  
balance tonal quality of the speakers easily by adjusting tonal  
quality of the main/center, front effect and rear effect channels  
individually.  
4. Press the  
key repeatedly until the title of adjusting  
mode (7A. L,C,R EQ/7B. FRNT EFCT EQ/7C. REAR  
EFCT EQ) for the channels on which you will make  
adjustments is displayed.  
* The adjusting mode will not be displayed for the channels  
that are set to “OFF” in step 2.  
5. Make adjustments for the selected channels.  
This is also useful to compensate for loss of tonal response of  
the main and center speakers when these speakers are placed  
behind the projection screen (if you use a projector in place of  
a TV).  
Select the item with the  
value with the + or – key.  
or  
key and change the  
HIGH: FRQ..................... Selects a turnover frequency of  
the High-shelving equalizer.  
GAIN ............................. Adjusts the maximum equalizing  
level.  
PEQ: FRQ...................... Selects a frequency you will  
boost or cut.  
GAIN .............................. Adjusts the equalizing level on  
the selected frequency.  
The CINEMA Equalizer consists of the High-shelving equalizer  
(HIGH) and the Parametric equalizer (PEQ). The High-shelving  
equalizer changes high frequency characteristics smoothly,  
and the Parametric equalizer boosts or cuts any selected  
frequency smoothly.  
Adjusting method  
1. After selecting this function (title) in step 1 on page 32,  
press the + or – key.  
* Adjustment can be made by monitoring sounds using the  
test tone. To use the test tone, press the TEST key so that  
“TEST DOLBY SUR.” or “TEST DSP” appears on the  
display. The test tone is fixed on the channels on which you  
make an adjustment and output from the corresponding  
speakers.  
2. Select the channels on which you will make adjustments by  
pressing the  
corresponding title.  
or  
key so that the arrow points the  
It is recommended to make these adjustments together with  
the tonal quality adjustment of the center speaker on the  
function “6. CENTER GEQ”.  
L, C, R ............... Left main, center and right main channels  
FRNT EFCT ....................................... Front effect channels  
REAR EFCT ................................................ Rear channels  
Note  
3. Press the + or – key to turn the equalizer for the selected  
channels to “ON”.  
Excessive increase of the GAIN level may cause an overload.  
It is recommended to adjust the GAIN level so that it becomes  
lower than the preset value.  
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Preset value of the CINEMA Equalizer  
+
6
+
3
0
L, C, R EQ  
HIGH: FRQ ..................... 12.7 kHz  
GAIN .................................... –3 dB  
PEQ: FRQ ....................... 12.7 kHz  
GAIN .................................... –4 dB  
PEQ  
HIGH  
HIGH PEQ  
(OVERALL)  
3
6
9
+
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
FRONT, REAR EFCT EQ  
+
6
+
3
0
HIGH: FRQ ..................... 12.7 kHz  
GAIN ...................................... 0 dB  
PEQ: FRQ ......................... 8.0 kHz  
GAIN .................................... –3 dB  
HIGH  
PEQ  
3
6
9
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
Frequency characteristics  
The following curves show frequency characteristics when the High-shelving equalizer (HIGH) is adjusted at the indicated values.  
HIGH: FRQ ....................... 1.0 kHz  
GAIN ..................... +6 dB to –9 dB  
+
6
3
0
+
3
6
9
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
HIGH: FRQ .... 1.0 kHz to 12.7 kHz  
GAIN ......................... +6 dB/–9 dB  
+
6
+
3
0
FREQ.  
POINTS  
1.0k  
1.2k  
1.6k  
2.0k  
2.5k  
3.2k  
4.0k  
5.0k  
5.7k  
6.3k  
7.1k  
8.0k  
9.0k  
10.1k  
11.3k  
12.7kH  
3
6
9
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
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The following curves show frequency characteristics when the Parametric Equalizer (PEQ) is adjusted at the indicated values.  
PEQ: FRQ ........................... 1.0 kHz  
GAIN ........................ +6 dB to –9 dB  
+
6
3
0
+
3
6
9
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
PEQ: FRQ ........ 1.0 kHz to 12.7 kHz  
GAIN ............................ +6 dB/–9 dB  
+
6
FREQ.  
POINTS  
1.0k  
1.2k  
+
3
1.6k  
2.0k  
2.5k  
3.2k  
4.0k  
0
5.0k  
5.7k  
6.3k  
7.1k  
8.0k  
9.0k  
10.1k  
11.3k  
12.7kH  
3
6
9
20  
50  
100 200  
500  
1k  
2k  
5k  
10k 20k  
Frequency (Hz)  
8. PARAMETER INI (Initializing parameters on a DSP program)  
You can initialize all parameter settings on a DSP program.  
Note that a DSP program has two or three subprograms; all  
parameters on both subprograms are initialized by this  
operation.  
Initializing method  
After selecting this function (title) in step 1 on page 32, press  
the + or – key to display the DSP program numbers (1 – 12). A  
program number whose parameters has been changed is  
marked with “ ”. Press a DSP program selector key  
*
corresponding to the program number of which parameters  
you want to initialize. When initialized, the “ ” mark will  
*
disappear.  
9. MEMORY GUARD (Locking DSP parameters and other adjustments)  
If you wish to prevent accidental alteration to DSP parameters  
or other adjustments on this unit, select “ON”. In this position,  
they are locked and cannot be changed. The following  
functions on this unit can be locked by this operation.  
DSP parameters  
Other functions in the “SET MENU” mode  
ON SCREEN display key  
LEVEL key  
TEST key  
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10. VCR 3 VIDEO (Switching the DVD/VCR 3 VIDEO OUT terminal to a second monitor out  
terminal.)  
If you wish to connect a second monitor TV (or a projector) to  
this unit, select “MONTR” position. The DVD/VCR 3 VIDEO  
OUT terminal (and S VIDEO terminal also) is switched to a  
second monitor out terminal, so you can connect this terminal  
to the video input terminal of another monitor TV.  
Notes  
Even in the “MONTR” position, the DVD/VCR 3 VIDEO IN  
terminal can be used as a normal video signal input terminal  
and the DVD/VCR 3 AUDIO SIGNAL IN/OUT terminals as  
normal audio input/output terminals.  
If using the DVD/VCR 3 terminals for connecting a third  
video cassette recorder only, be sure to select “REC OUT”  
position.  
If the picture on the monitor is disturbed while the third  
video cassette recorder is functionning, “MONTR” position  
may be selected. If so, select “REC OUT” position.  
11. INPUT MODE (Selecting the initial input mode of the sources connected to the  
TV/DBS and DVD/VCR 3 input terminals)  
For the sources connected to the TV/DBS and DVD/VCR 3  
input terminals of this unit only, you can designate the input  
mode that is automatically selected when the power of this unit  
is switched on.  
Operating method  
After selecting this function (title) in step 1 on page 32, press  
the + or – key. Next select the input source TV/DBS or  
DVD/VCR 3 by pressing the  
or  
key so that the arrow  
points to its name, and then select the AUTO or LAST mode  
by pressing the + or – key.  
AUTO: In this position, the AUTO input mode is always  
selected when the power of this unit is switched on.  
LAST: In this position, the input mode you have selected the  
last time is memorized and will not be changed even if  
the power of this unit is switched on.  
* Refer to page 41 for details about switching the input mode.  
12. DIMMER (Changing brightness of the display panel)  
You can adjust brightness of the display panel in five degrees.  
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BASIC OPERATIONS  
REC/PAUSE  
A/B  
MD/TAPE  
CD  
1
TO PLAY A SOURCE  
A
B
C
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
3 1, 6  
STOP  
DISC  
2
TV/DBS  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VCR  
2
3, 4  
6
VOLUME  
INPUT SELECTOR  
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
3
l6  
20  
l2  
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
28  
8
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE MON  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
60  
2
2
0
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
–dB  
CLUB  
4
5
6
PHONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
7
2
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
10  
11  
12  
2
2
2
2
2
2
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
LEVEL  
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
PARAMETER  
TEST  
SET MENU  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
TV  
7
4
MUTE  
Note: If you use the remote control transmitter, be sure to use it with the lid open.  
VCR  
STANDBY  
Front panel  
1
4
For the source that inputs two or more types of signals to  
this unit, its current input mode is also shown.  
VOLUME  
l6  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
To change the input mode, press the INPUT MODE  
button on the front panel or the input selector key for the  
currently selected source on the remote control  
transmitter. (Refer to page 41 for details on switching the  
input mode.)  
4
40  
2
0
–dB  
Front panel  
Remote control  
Set to the “ ” position.  
INPUT MODE  
LD  
or  
2
3
Turn the power on.  
Front panel  
Remote control  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
STANDBY/ON  
or  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
Input mode  
Select the desired input source.  
(For video sources, turn the TV/monitor ON.)  
The selected source is shown on the display panel and  
the monitor screen.  
5
6
Play the source.  
Front panel  
Front panel  
Remote control  
Remote control  
LD  
VOLUME  
l6  
or  
MASTER VOLUME  
20  
l2  
28  
8
or  
MUTE  
4
40  
TV/DBS  
LD  
2
60  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
0
–dB  
Adjust to the desired output level.  
Name of the selected input source  
To select the tape deck connected to this unit’s TAPE 2  
terminals or the source connected to this unit’s  
EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals, refer to page  
40.  
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If desired, adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE  
controls, etc. (refer to page 44) and use the digital  
sound field processor. (Refer to pages 45 to 49.)  
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Notes on input source selection  
When you finish using this unit  
Press the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel again or the  
STANDBY key on the remote control transmitter to turn this  
unit into the standby mode.  
Note that selecting a name of input source selects the  
source which is connected to the corresponding input  
terminals on the rear panel.  
* To select the source connected to the VIDEO AUX  
terminals on the front panel, select “VIDEO AUX”.  
The setting of the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button  
Front panel  
Remote control  
cannot be canceled by selecting another input source. To  
cancel it, press the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button  
again so that neither the “TAPE 2 MON” indicator nor “EXT.  
DECODER IN” lights up on the display.  
STANDBY/ON  
or  
STANDBY  
If you select a video input source without canceling the  
setting of the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button, the  
playback result will be the video image from the video  
source and the sound from the source selected by the  
TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button.  
To select the tape deck connected to this  
unit’s TAPE 2 terminals or the source  
connected to this unit’s EXTERNAL  
DECODER INPUT terminals as the input  
source.  
If a different audio source is selected with the input selector  
keys on the remote control transmitter while enjoying a  
video source, the sound from the newly selected audio  
source is heard, but the picture from the video source can  
still be seen.  
When you select an input source, the DSP program (or the  
Press the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button once or more  
so that the corresponding indication appears on the display.  
state of no DSP program is used) which was used when the  
same input source was selected the last time will be  
automatically recalled.  
Front panel  
Remote control  
If a nonstandardized source is played back, or the unit  
playing back a source is misoperating, “INPUT DATA  
ERROR” appears on the display.  
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE 2 MON  
TAPE 2 MON  
/EXT. DECODER  
or  
TAPE 2 MON  
or  
“TAPE2 MONITOR ON”: Lights up for a few seconds just  
after you select the tape deck  
connected to the TAPE 2 terminals.  
“EXT. DECODER IN”:  
Lights up when the source  
connected to the EXTERNAL  
DECODER INPUT terminals is  
selected.  
Note  
The input source selected in this way has priority over any  
other input source already selected.  
To select another input source, the TAPE 2 MON/EXT.  
DECODER button must be pressed so that neither the “TAPE  
2 MON” indicator nor “EXT. DECODER IN” lights up on the  
display.  
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Switching the input mode  
Notes on input mode selection  
This unit allows you to switch the input mode only for sources  
that input two or more types of signals to this unit.  
For the TV/DBS and DVD/VCR 3 sources, the input mode  
selected on the function “11. INPUT MODE” in the SET  
MENU mode is selected when you turn on the power of this  
unit.  
To play back an LD source with the Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoded, set the input mode to “AUTO” or “AC-3 RF”.  
For CD, MD/TAPE 1, TV/DBS and  
DVD/VCR 3 sources:  
The following two input modes are provided.  
When you want to enjoy a source which has normal 2-  
channel signals with a Dolby Pro Logic Surround program,  
select the ANALOG mode.  
In the AUTO mode, there may be a case depending on  
AUTO:  
This mode is automatically selected when you turn on the  
power of this unit.  
In this mode, input signal is automatically selected by the  
following order of priority.  
some LD players or DVD players that when you make a  
search on a source encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or  
the DTS during playback and then playback is restored,  
sound output is interrupted for a moment because the digital  
input signal is selected again.  
For sources PHONO, TUNER, TAPE 2, VCR 1, VCR 2 and  
V-AUX, the input mode cannot be changed because they  
input analog signals only to this unit.  
1. Digital signal encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the  
DTS, or Normal digital input signal (PCM)  
2. Analog input signal (ANALOG)  
When the input source is changed to LD, CD, MD/TAPE 1,  
* For CD, TV/DBS and DVD/VCR 3 sources, if digital signals  
are input from both of the OPTICAL and COAXIAL  
terminals, the digital signal from the OPTICAL terminal is  
selected.  
TV/DBS or DVD/VCR 3, or the input mode is changed, the  
currently selected input mode is shown on the display panel  
and the monitor screen.  
If changed to the AUTO mode, the type of selected input  
signal is also shown as figured below.  
DTS:  
In this mode, only digital input signal encoded with the DTS is  
selected even though other signals are input at the same time.  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
ANALOG  
In this mode, only analog input signal is selected even though  
digital signal is input at the same time.  
Select this mode when you want to use the analog input signal  
instead of the digital input signal.  
* However, if those operations are made when the test tone is  
output from this unit, the type of selected input signal will  
not be shown. (Only “AUTO” will be displayed.)  
Notes on playing back a source encoded with the DTS  
For LD sources:  
The following five input modes are provided.  
When you play back an LD or CD source with the DTS  
decoded (with the red “dts” indicator illuminated on the  
display) in the AUTO mode, a noise may be heard just  
after playback begins. To prevent such a noise, select  
the DTS mode.  
Be careful not to play back these sources in the  
ANALOG mode. If they are played back in the ANALOG  
mode, only a noise will be output from the speakers.  
AUTO:  
This mode is automatically selected when you turn on the  
power to this unit.  
In this mode, input signal is automatically selected by the  
following order of priority.  
If you play back a CD or LD source encoded with the  
1. Dolby Digital (AC-3) RF signal (DOLBY DIGITAL)  
2. Digital signal encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the  
DTS, or Normal digital input signal (PCM)  
DTS in the AUTO mode, this unit is locked in the DTS-  
decoding mode automatically to prevent the generation  
of noise possible in subsequent operations. In this state,  
the red “dts” indicator flashes.  
3. Analog input signal (ANALOG)  
In this state, if you play back a CD or LD with normal  
(PCM) digital signals, no sound will be heard. To play  
back these sources normally, press the INPUT MODE  
button on the front panel or the input selector key for the  
currently selected source on the remote control  
transmitter so that “PCM” appears on the display.  
AC-3 RF:  
In this mode, only Dolby Digital (AC-3) RF signal is selected.  
DTS:  
In this mode, only digital input signal encoded with the DTS is  
selected even though other signals are input at the same time.  
DIGITAL:  
In this mode, only digital input signal is selected even though  
other types of signals are input at the same time.  
ANALOG  
In this mode, only analog input signal is selected even though  
other types of signals are input at the same time.  
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TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD) (OR DUBBING FROM A  
TAPE TO ANOTHER)  
REC/PAUSE  
A/B  
MD/TAPE  
1
A
B
C
CD  
TUNER  
5 2 3  
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
STOP  
DISC  
TV/DBS  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
2
5
VCR  
2
VOLUME  
INPUT SELECTOR  
l6  
20  
l2  
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
3
28  
8
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
TAPE  
2
MON  
2
60  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE MON  
/EXT. DECODER  
0
2
2
–dB  
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
CLUB  
4
5
6
PHONO  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
MD/TAPE  
1
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
10  
11  
12  
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
TEST  
SET MENU  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
3
TV  
1
MUTE  
VCR  
STANDBY  
Note: If you use the remote control transmitter, be sure to use it  
with the lid open.  
1
Set the REC OUT selector to the SOURCE position.  
3
Play the source and then turn the VOLUME control up  
to confirm the input source.  
Front panel  
REC OUT  
Front panel  
Remote control  
SOURCE  
MD/TAPE 1  
LD  
CD  
VCR 1  
TV/DBS  
VCR 2  
VOLUME  
l6  
MASTER VOLUME  
DVD/VCR 3  
VIDEO AUX  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
or  
MUTE  
4
40  
2
Select the source you want to record.  
Front panel  
2
0
–dB  
Remote control  
CD  
or  
4
5
Begin recording on the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)  
or VCR connected to this unit.  
If the second tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)  
connected to this unit’s TAPE 2 REC terminals is used  
for recording, you can monitor the sounds being  
recorded by pressing the TAPE 2 MON/EXT.  
DECODER so that the “TAPE 2 MON” indicator lights  
up on the display.  
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To record a source to tape (or MD) while listening to (or watching) another  
source  
Regardless of the setting of the INPUT SELECTOR, when you set the REC OUT selector to CD, the audio signal from your CD  
player can be recorded by your first tape deck (or MD recorder) which is connected to this unit’s MD/TAPE 1 REC terminals.  
Likewise, when the REC OUT selector is set to LD, TV/DBS, VCR 2, DVD/VCR 3 or VIDEO AUX, both the audio and video signals  
of the selected source can be recorded by your first VCR which is connected to this unit’s VCR 1 OUT terminals.  
REC/PAUSE  
A/B  
MD/TAPE  
1
A
B
C
CD  
3, 5, 6 3  
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
STOP  
DISC  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
TV/DBS  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
3, 5, 6  
VCR  
2
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
3
0
–dB  
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE MON  
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
2
2
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
CLUB  
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
5
6
PHONO  
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
TEST  
SET MENU  
1
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
MASTER VOLUME  
SYSTEM  
POWER ON  
3
TV  
MUTE  
Note: If you use the remote control transmitter, be sure to use it with the lid open.  
VCR  
STANDBY  
1
Select the source you want to record.  
4
5
Begin recording on the first tape deck (or MD recorder  
etc.) or the first VCR connected to this unit.  
REC OUT  
SOURCE  
MD/TAPE 1  
LD  
CD  
VCR 1  
TV/DBS  
VCR 2  
DVD/VCR 3  
VIDEO AUX  
To monitor the sound (and picture) to be recorded (or  
being recorded), select the tape deck (or VCR) being  
used for recording with the INPUT SELECTOR.  
Front panel  
Remote control  
2
3
Play the source.  
MD/TAPE 1  
Confirm the source by selecting it with the INPUT  
SELECTOR and turning up the VOLUME control.  
or  
Remote control  
Front panel  
CD  
6
If you want to enjoy another source while recording,  
select it with the INPUT SELECTOR.  
or  
Notes  
While recording, you can use any other VCR or tape deck  
not selected by the REC OUT selector to record an audio  
and video source selected by the INPUT SELECTOR.  
The audio and video signals from VCR 2 (or DVD/VCR 3)  
are sent to VCR 1 when the REC OUT selector is set to  
VCR 2 (or DVD/VCR 3).  
If the REC OUT selector is set to VCR 2 (or DVD/VCR 3),  
you cannot dub from your first VCR to the second VCR (or  
the third VCR), even if VCR 1 is selected by the INPUT  
SELECTOR.  
VOLUME  
l6  
MASTER VOLUME  
20  
l2  
28  
60  
8
or  
MUTE  
4
40  
2
To dub the audio signal from your second tape deck to the  
first one, press the TAPE 2 MON/EXT. DECODER button  
so that the “TAPE 2 MON” indicator lights up on the display  
(and set the INPUT SELECTOR to any source other than  
MD/TAPE 1 before beginning to record).  
0
–dB  
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Notes on recording  
The settings of DSP and the VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE,  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) RF audio input signal cannot be  
recorded by a tape deck or VCR. To record an LD source,  
the LD player must be connected to the OPTICAL digital  
audio signal input terminal and/or analog audio signal input  
terminals of this unit.  
A source of signals input to the EXTERNAL DECODER  
INPUT terminals of this unit cannot be recorded.  
Please check the copyright laws in your country to record  
from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of  
copyright material may infringe copyright laws.  
BALANCE controls and the BASS EXTENSION switch  
have no effect on the material being recorded.  
Composite video and S video signals pass independently  
through this unit’s video circuits. Therefore, when recording or  
dubbing video signals, if your video source unit is connected  
to provide only a S video (or only a composite video) signal,  
you can record only a S video (or only a composite video)  
signal on your VCR.  
A source that is connected to this unit between optical  
digital terminals only cannot be recorded by a tape deck or  
VCR other than the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)  
connected to the OPTICAL MD/TAPE 1 REC terminal of  
this unit.  
If you watch a video software that uses scramble or  
encoded signals to prevent it from being dubbed, there  
may be a case that display information superimposed on  
the picture and/or the picture itself is disturbed due to  
those signals.  
FOR SOUND CONTROL ON THIS UNIT  
Adjusting the BALANCE control  
Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE  
controls  
Adjust the balance of the output volume to the left and right  
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by  
speaker location or listening room conditions.  
BASS  
0
TREBLE  
0
l
l
l
l
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
BALANCE  
0
4
4
4
4
5
5
l
l
5
5
2
2
3
3
4
4
L
5
5
R
BASS  
: Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-  
clockwise to decrease) the low frequency  
response.  
Note  
This control is effective only for the sound from the main  
speakers.  
TREBLE : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-  
clockwise to decrease) the high frequency  
response.  
Using the BASS EXTENSION switch  
Note  
These controls are effective only for the sound from the main  
speakers.  
You can boost bass frequency response by setting this switch  
to the “ON” position. This switch is effective only on the sound  
from the main speakers.  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
ON  
OFF  
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USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)  
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. You can create an excellent audio sound field by selecting a suitable sound field program (this will, of course, depend  
on what you will be listening to), and adding desired adjustments.  
In addition, this unit incorporates a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder and a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder for multi-channel sound  
reproduction of sources encoded with Dolby Surround, and a DTS decoder for multi-channel sound reproduction of sources encoded  
with the DTS. The operation of these decoders can be controlled by selecting a corresponding DSP program including a combined  
operation of the YAMAHA DSP and the Dolby Digital (AC-3), the Dolby Pro Logic Surround or the DTS.  
This unit has 12 programs for digital sound field processing; 6 from actual acoustic environments from around the world, and 6  
programs for Audio/Video sources. In addition, each program has two or three subprograms. All programs contain various  
parameters that can be adjusted to the listener’s taste.  
For details about digital sound field programs, refer to pages 50 to 54.  
PLAYING A SOURCE WITH AN EFFECT OF THE DIGITAL SOUND  
FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)  
STOP  
DISC  
LD  
TV/DBS  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VCR  
2
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
20  
l2  
C
28  
8
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
3
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
60  
0
–dB  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE MON  
2
2
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
CLUB  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
5
6
PHONO  
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
10  
11  
12  
2
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
TEST  
SET MENU  
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
2
1
2
Follow steps 1 to 7 shown in “BASIC OPERATIONS” on page 39.  
When operating on the remote control transmitter:  
When operating on the front panel:  
Set the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch to the  
PARAMETER position.  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter with the  
lid open.  
If no program name is illuminated on the display panel,  
press the EFFECT button to turn on the digital sound  
field processor so that a name of DSP program  
lights up on the display panel and the monitor screen.  
EFFECT  
TV  
V
PARAMETER  
SET MENU  
V
DVD/V  
V-  
CONTINUED  
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LD  
TV/DBS  
CINEMA DSP 7ch  
NATURAL SOUND AV AMPLIFIER DSP A1  
VCR  
2
VOLUME  
l6  
INPUT SELECTOR  
20  
l2  
C
28  
60  
8
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
3
40  
4
STANDBY/ON  
PRESET  
A/B/C/D/E  
TAPE  
/EXT. DECODER  
2
MON  
2
0
–dB  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
/EXT. DECODER  
TAPE MON  
2
2
SET MENU  
NEXT  
PROGRAM  
EFFECT INPUT MODE  
REC OUT  
JAZZ  
ROCK ENTER-  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
CLUB  
PHONES  
BASS  
EXTENSION  
BASS  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
0
VIDEO AUX  
SOURCE  
LD CD  
TV/DBS  
MD/TAPE  
1
4
5
6
PHONO  
0
0
l
l
l
l
l
l
VCR  
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
VCR  
DVD/VCR  
VIDEO AUX  
2
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
L
5
5
R
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
SURROUND  
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
PARAMETER  
TEST  
SET MENU  
3
SLEEP ON SCREEN  
3
3
Select the desired program that is suitable for the source.  
When operating on the front panel:  
When operating on the remote control transmitter:  
a)  
HALL 1  
HALL 2  
2
CHURCH  
3
1
PROGRAM  
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
4
5
6
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO 1  
7
VIDEO 2 THEATER  
8
9
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
SURROUND  
THEATER 1 THEATER 2  
Press once or more.  
12  
10  
11  
b) Select a desired subprogram by pressing the same  
DSP program selector key once or more, or by  
pressing the +/– keys.  
* The name of the selected program lights up on the display panel and the monitor screen.  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
Subprogram name  
Program name  
4
If desired, adjust the output level of each speaker. (For details, refer to the corresponding descriptions on pages 48 and 49.)  
If desired, you can create your own sound field taste. (For details, refer to pages 56 to 60.)  
Notes  
Program selection can be made to individual input sources. Once you select a program, it is linked with the input source selected  
at that time. So, when you select the same input source next time, the same program is automatically called.  
If you prefer to cancel the DSP, press the EFFECT button. The sound will be the normal 2-channel stereo without surround  
sound effect.  
When a monaural sound source is played with the program DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, no sound is heard from the main  
speakers and the rear speakers. Sound is heard only from the center speaker. However, if the function “1A. CENTER SP” in the  
SET MENU mode is set in the “NONE” position, the main speakers output the sound of the center channel.  
When this unit’s Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder is used, if the main-source sound is  
considerably altered by overadjustment of the BASS or TREBLE control, the relationship between the center and rear channels  
may produce an unnatural effect.  
When a source of signals input to the EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals of this unit is selected, the DSP cannot be used  
and the EFFECT button also will not function.  
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To enjoy a video source encoded with  
the Dolby Pro Logic Surround, the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS  
Note  
If you change the LD (or CD) being played back with the DTS  
decoded to another disc not encoded with the DTS when the  
red “dts” indicator is illuminated, playing back the newly  
selected disc will output no sound. In this state, the red “dts”  
indicator flashes to show that this unit is locked in the DTS-  
decoding mode.  
To play back the disc normally, change the current DTS-  
decoding mode to another mode by pressing an input selector  
key on the remote control transmitter or the INPUT MODE  
button on the front panel so that the red “dts” indicator turns  
off.  
When you select the program No. 10, 11 or 12, and the input  
signal of the source is 2-channel stereo, Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround is decoded. When some program is selected and the  
input signal of the source is encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-  
3), Dolby Digital (AC-3) is automatically decoded.  
When some program is selected and the input signal of the  
source is encoded with the DTS, DTS is automatically decoded.  
The following indicators on the display panel show you what  
sound processing is being made.  
To cancel the effect sound  
1
2
The EFFECT button on the front panel or the EFFECT ON/OFF  
key on the remote control transmitter make it simple to compare  
the normal stereo sound with the fully processed effect sound.  
3
4
5
DIGITAL  
To cancel the effect sound and monitor only the main sound,  
press the EFFECT ON/OFF key or the EFFECT button. Press  
the EFFECT ON/OFF key or the EFFECT button a second time  
to restore the effect sound.  
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
DIGITAL SOURCE  
1Lights up when a DVD sour
D
ce
T
S
en
P
co
C
d
M
ed with the DTS is  
AC  
3
Front panel  
Remote control  
played back and the DTS is decoded.  
2Lights up when an LD source or a CD source encoded with  
the DTS is played back and the DTS is decoded.  
3Lights up when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) is being decoded  
and the signals of selected source encoded with the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) is not in 2-channels.  
This indicator also lights up when the input mode is set to  
“AC-3 RF” even if no signal encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) is input to this unit.  
4Lights up when the Dolby Pro Logic Surround is being  
decoded  
5Lights up when the Digital Sound Field Processor is  
turned on.  
EFFECT  
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
or  
Notes  
If the effect sound is canceled when signals encoded with the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS are input to this unit, signals of  
all channels are mixed and are output from the main speakers.  
If the EFFECT button or the EFFECT ON/OFF key is pressed  
to turn effect sounds OFF when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the  
DTS is decoded, it may happen that sound is output faintly or  
not output normally depending on a source. In that case, press  
the EFFECT button or the EFFECT ON/OFF key to turn effect  
sounds ON, or use input signals not encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) or the DTS.  
In addition, for the program No. 10, 11 and 12, the name of the  
selected subprogram on the display panel or the monitor screen  
will change according to the type of decoding. (For details, refer  
to pages 53 to 54.)  
If the EFFECT button or the EFFECT ON/OFF key is  
pressed to turn effect sounds OFF when the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) is decoded, the sampling frequency and channel  
formation of the decoded signal is shown on the display  
panel.  
Notes  
The Dolby Digital (AC-3) will not be decoded to the source  
that is not encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3).  
The DTS will not be decoded to the source that is not  
encoded with the DTS.  
ex.)  
If the input signals of source encoded with the Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) are in 2-channels only, the sound processing for them  
is similar to that for analog or PCM audio signals.  
EFFECT OFF  
fs=48k  
in : 3/2  
Sampling frequency is  
48 kHz.  
Three channels at the front  
Two channels at the rear  
* If the input source is a Dolby Digital KARAOKE source, “K”  
is shown at the head of channel formation.  
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ADJUSTING OUTPUT LEVEL OF THE CENTER, RIGHT REAR, LEFT  
REAR, FRONT EFFECT SPEAKERS AND SUBWOOFER  
If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the each  
speaker even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER  
BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on pages 29 to 31.  
Note: These adjustments can be made only when the effect  
DSP  
sound is on. If none of the indicators  
,
,
DIGITAL  
PRO LOGIC  
and  
are illuminated on the display  
panel, press the EFFECT button on the front panel or the  
EFFECT ON/OFF key on the remote control transmitter so that  
at least one of those indicators lights up on the display panel.  
(Center speaker output level)  
(Left and right rear speaker output level)  
(Front effect speaker output level)  
(Subwoofer output level)  
C E N T E R  
L S / R S  
F R O N T  
S W F R  
Method of adjustment  
This adjustment can be made only by using the remote control transmitter.  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter with the lid open.  
1
Set the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch on the remote  
control transmitter to the PARAMETER position.  
4
5
Adjust the level on the selected speaker(s).  
PARAMETER  
SET MENU  
LEVEL  
2
3
Repeat step 2 and 3 to make adjustments on other  
speaker(s).  
Press once or more until the name of speaker(s) whose  
level you want to adjust appears on the display.  
LEVEL  
or  
Whenever pressed, the selection changes as the above chart  
shows.  
* Pressing the  
key on the remote control transmitter  
changes the selection in the reverse order.  
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Speakers  
Control range (dB)  
Preset value  
CENTER  
MUTE, –40 to +10  
MUTE, –40 to +10  
MUTE, –40 to +10  
MUTE, –20 to 0  
0
0
0
0
0
RIGHT SURROUND (RS)  
LEFT SURROUND (LS)  
SUBWOOFER (SWFR)  
FRONT  
MUTE, –40 to +10  
Notes  
In this way, the output level of left rear and right rear  
speakers are adjusted at the same time, keeping the  
difference of level between them unchanged.  
To adjust each level of them respectively, follow the method  
of “SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on pages 29 to  
31.  
The value of each speaker output level you set the last time  
will remain memorized even when this unit is in the standby  
mode.  
However, if the power cord is kept disconnected for more  
than one week, these values will be automatically changed  
back to the original factory settings.  
If the function “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET MENU mode is  
set in the “NONE” position, the sound output level of the  
center speaker cannot be adjusted. This is because in this  
mode, the center sound is automatically output from the left  
and right main speakers.  
Once the output level is adjusted, the level value will be the  
same in all the digital sound field programs.  
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BRIEF OVERVIEW OF  
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS  
The following list gives you a brief description of the sound fields produced by each of the DSP programs. Keep in mind that most of  
these are precise digital recreations of actual acoustic environments. The data for these sound fields were recorded at actual  
locations using sophisticated sound field measurement equipment.  
Note  
The channel level balance between the left and right rear effect speakers may vary depending on the sound field you are  
listening to. This is due to the fact that most of these sound field recreations are actual acoustic environments.  
Program No. 1 to 6: Hi-Fi DSP programs (for audio sources)  
DSP  
When the input signal is analog or PCM audio: (  
Speaker output: main, rear, front effect  
)
DIGITAL  
DSP  
When the input signal is encoded with the Dolby Digital (not in 2 channels): (  
)
Speaker output: main, center, rear, front effect  
DSP  
When the input signal is encoded with the DTS: (  
Speaker output: main, center, rear, front effect  
)
No.  
1
PROGRAM  
CONCERT  
HALL 1  
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE)  
Hall A in Europe  
FEATURE  
This is a large fan-shaped concert hall in Munich which has approximately  
2500 seats. Almost the whole interior is made of wood. There is relatively  
little reflection from the right and left walls, and sounds spread finely and  
beautifully.  
Hall B in Europe  
This is a large shoe-box type concert hall with approximately 2500 seats.  
Almost the whole interior except the ceiling is made of wood, including  
mahogany reflective panels. Special reflective paneling above the stage  
produces strong frontal reflections which tend to reinforce the direct sound  
from the stage. This hall has a very solid, powerful sound.  
Hall C in Europe  
Hall D in U.S.A.  
A classic shoe-box type concert hall with approximately 1700 seats. Pillars  
and ornate carvings create extremely complex reflections. Those  
reflections and the reflections from all directions of the hall produce a very  
full, rich sound.  
2
CONCERT  
HALL 2  
This is a large 2600-seat concert hall in the United States which features a  
fairly traditional European design. The interior is relatively simple,  
suggesting an American taste. Sound of the middle and high frequencies  
are richly and beautifully reproduced.  
Hall E in Europe  
Live Concert  
A classic large shoe-box type concert hall with approximately 2200 seats. It  
has a circular stage and seats located behind the stage.  
A large round concert hall with a rich surround effect. Pronounced reflections  
from all directions emphasize the extension of sounds. You will experience  
the sound field with a great deal of presence sitting at about the center  
position near the stage.  
This sound field is also effective for karaoke. This is because you feel as if  
you are standing on a real stage.  
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No.  
3
PROGRAM  
CHURCH  
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE)  
Tokyo  
FEATURE  
The acoustic environment of an ordinary church with moderate  
reverberations. This is ideal for reproducing church music played by a pipe  
organ etc.  
Freiburg  
This program recreates the acoustic environment of a big church with a high  
pointed dome and columns along the sides. This interior produces very long  
reverberations.  
Royaumont  
This program features a sound field created by the refectory (dining hall) of  
the monastery, a beautiful medieval Gothic structure located in Royaumont  
on the outskirts of Paris. The dome-like spaces in the ceiling formed by the  
supporting pillars cause reverberations to echo and create a beautiful,  
lingering tone.  
4
JAZZ CLUB  
Village Gate  
A jazz club in New York. It is in a basement and has a relatively spacious  
floor area. The reflection pattern is similar to that of a small hall.  
Village Vanguard  
A traditional New York jazz club located on 7th Avenue. This room has a  
low ceiling, and the “stage” is located in a corner. This program does not  
produce nearly as many reflections as the concert hall or church  
programs, but creates an intimate “close-to-the-music” feel.  
The Bottom Line  
This is the sound field at stage front in “The Bottom Line,” a famous New  
York jazz club. The floor can seat 300 people to the left and right in a  
sound field offering real and vibrant sound.  
5
ROCK  
CONCERT  
The Roxy Theatre  
Warehouse Loft  
Arena  
The ideal program for lively, dynamic rock music. The data for this program  
was recorded at LA’s “hottest” rock club.  
This program simulates a space enclosed by concrete. An energetic sound  
field is created with relatively clear reflections by the wall.  
This program gives you long delays between direct sounds and effect  
sounds, and extraordinarily spacious feel of a large arena theater.  
6
ENTERTAINMENT Disco  
Party  
This program recreates the acoustic environment of a lively disco in the  
heart of a very lively city. The sound is dense and highly concentrated. It is  
also characterized by a high-energy, “immediate” sound.  
This is a sound field suitable for background music at parties where you  
can hear the sound directly from the rear as well, thus realizing music  
enjoyment over a wide area.  
Game/Amusement  
This program adds a deep and spatial feeling to video game sounds etc.  
whichever kind of source is used, stereo or monaural. You can enjoy video  
games with much power and presence.  
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Program No. 7 to 12: CINEMA-DSP programs (for Audio/Video  
sources)  
These programs use the Dolby Pro Logic decoder, the Dolby Digital decoder or the DTS decoder.  
Speaker output for each program is as follows.  
No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11: main, center, rear, front effect  
No. 12 (Normal): main, center, rear  
No. 12 (Enhanced): main, center, rear, front effect  
For program No. 7, 8 and 9 only, indicators light up as follows.  
DSP  
When the input signal is analog or PCM audio: (  
)
DIGITAL  
DSP  
When the input signal is encoded with the Dolby Digital (not in 2 channels): (  
)
DSP  
When the input signal is encoded with the DTS: (  
)
No.  
7
PROGRAM  
CONCERT  
VIDEO 1  
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE)  
Pop/Rock  
FEATURE  
This program produces an enthusiastic atmosphere and lets you feel that  
you are in the midst of the action, as if attending an actual jazz or rock  
concert.  
The indirect sound constituent spreads on the surround side of the sound  
field by the use of data of a large round hall for the surround side, so the  
image space around the screen and the sound space are fully expanded.  
DJ  
With this program, the voice of a disc jockey sounds more clearly, and  
music entertains you with a rich sound field feeling.  
8
CONCERT  
VIDEO 2  
Classical/Opera  
This program provides excellent depth of vocals and overall clarity,  
restraining excessive reverberation.  
For opera, the orchestra pit and the stage are ideally combined, letting you  
feel a full presence sound. The rear surround side of the sound field is  
relatively moderated, however, it reproduces beautiful sound by the use of  
the data of a concert hall. You will not be tired from long watching of an  
opera.  
Pavilion  
This program reproduces vocals clearly, letting you feel the spaciousness of  
a pavilion. Reverberation, which is somewhat delayed, reproduces the live  
sound field unique to a pavilion, and helps to make a concert scene more  
exciting.  
9
TV THEATER  
Mono Movie  
This program is for reproducing monaural video sources (old movies etc.).  
Monaural sounds are reproduced with much presence by the front  
presence side of the sound field and optimum reverberation effect. The  
use of the center speaker makes conversations more audible, obtaining a  
pleasant mix of conversations and picture.  
Variety/Sports  
Though the front presence side of the sound field is relatively narrow, the  
rear surround side employs the sound environment of a large concert hall.  
With this program, you can enjoy watching various TV programs such as  
the news, variety shows, music programs or sports programs. In a stereo  
broadcast of a sports game, the commentator is oriented at the center  
position, and the shouts and the atmosphere in the stadium spread on the  
surround side, however, spreading of them to the rear side is properly  
restrained.  
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Program No. 10 to 11 are suitable for reproducing video discs, video tapes and similar sources which are encoded with the Dolby  
Surround (bearing the “DOLBY SURROUND” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” logo) or encoded with the DTS (bearing the “dts” logo).  
No.  
PROGRAM  
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE)  
70 mm Spectacle  
FEATURE  
10 MOVIE  
This program creates the extremely wide sound field of a  
movie theater. It precisely reproduces the source sound  
in detail, giving both the video and the sound field  
incredible reality. Any kind of video sources encoded  
with the Dolby Surround or DTS (especially large-scale  
movie productions) are ideal for use with this program.  
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
THEATER 1  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DGTL Spectacle  
(
DIGITAL  
DSP  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS Spectacle  
(
DSP  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS .  
70 mm Sci-Fi  
This program clearly reproduces dialog and sound  
effects in the latest sound design of science fiction films,  
thus creating a broad and expansive cinematic space  
amid the silence. You can enjoy science fiction films in a  
virtual-space sound field that includes Dolby Pro Logic,  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DTS-encoded software  
employing the most advanced techniques.  
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DGTL Sci-Fi  
DIGITAL  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS Sci-Fi  
(
DSP  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS.  
This program is ideal for precisely reproducing the sound  
design of the newest multi-track films. The sound field is  
made to be similar to that of the newest movie theaters,  
so the reverberations of the sound field itself are  
restrained as much as possible. The data of the sound  
field of an opera house are used for the front presence  
side, so the three dimensional feeling of the sound field  
is emphasized, and dialog is precisely oriented on the  
screen. By using the data of the sound field of a concert  
hall on the rear surround side, powerfull reverberations  
are generated. You can enjoy watching action, adventure  
movies, etc. with much presence.  
11 MOVIE  
THEATER 2  
70 mm Adventure  
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DGTL Adventure  
DIGITAL  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS Adventure  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS.  
This program is for reproducing sounds on a multi-track  
film, and characterized by a soft and extensive sound  
field. The front presence side of the sound field is  
relatively narrow. It spatially spreads all around and  
toward the screen, restraining echo effect of  
conversations without losing clarity. For the surround  
side, the harmony of music or chorus sounds beautifully  
in a wide space at the rear of the sound field.  
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PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DGTL General  
DIGITAL  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS General  
(
DSP  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS.  
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Program No. 12 is for reproducing video discs, video tapes and similar sources which are encoded with the Dolby Surround  
(bearing the “DOLBY SURROUND” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” logo) or encoded with the DTS (bearing the “dts” logo).  
No.  
12  
PROGRAM  
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE)  
FEATURE  
PRO LOGIC  
/DTS  
SURROUND  
PRO LOGIC/Normal (  
)
The built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) decoder or the DTS decoder precisely  
reproduces sounds and sound effects of a source  
encoded with the Dolby Surround or the DTS. The  
realization of a highly efficient decoding process improves  
crosstalk and channel separation and makes sound  
positioning smoother and more precise.  
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DIGITAL  
DOLBY DIGITAL/Normal (  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS DIGITAL SUR./Normal (  
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS.  
PRO LOGIC/Enhanced  
This program ideally simulates the multi-surround speaker  
systems of the newest film theater. The digital sound field  
processing and the Dolby Surround decoding or the DTS  
decoding are precisely performed without altering the  
originally designed sound orientation. The surround  
effects produced by this sound field fold the viewer  
naturally from the rear to the left and right and toward the  
screen.  
PRO LOGIC  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is analog  
or PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) in 2 channels.  
DOLBY DIGITAL/Enhanced  
DIGITAL  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.  
DTS DIGITAL SUR./Enhanced  
DSP  
(
)
Functions when the input signal is encoded  
with the DTS.  
Note: If the “NONE” position is selected on “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET MENU mode, no sound is output from  
the center speaker(s).  
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ON SCREEN DISPLAY  
If you connect your video cassette recorder, LD player, video  
Selecting a type of display  
monitor, etc. to this unit, you can take advantage of this unit’s  
capability to display program titles, parameter data and  
information for various setting changes and adjustments on  
your video monitor’s screen. This information will be  
superimposed over the video image.  
You can change the type of display showing various  
information on the monitor’s screen by pressing the ON  
SCREEN display key on the remote control transmitter.  
Whenever pressed, the screen changes to a full display, a  
simple display and no display in turn.  
If there is no video source connected or it is turned off, the  
information will be displayed over a blue colored background.  
A
B
ON S CREEN  
C
P0  
/
1
CONCERT HALL 1  
Hall A in Europe  
R
R
. . . .  
/
EFCT TRIM  
INIT. DLY  
ROOM SIZE  
0dB  
. . . .  
30/ms  
. . . .  
/
1.0  
(Example)  
. . . . . . .  
LIVENESS  
5
Full display  
P0  
/
1
CONCERT HALL 1  
Hall A in Europe  
. . . .  
/
EFCT TRIM  
INIT. DLY  
0dB  
. . . .  
30/ms  
Note: The program titles, parameter data and other  
information are also displayed on the display panel of this unit.  
. . . .  
/
ROOM SIZE  
1.0  
. . . . . . .  
LIVENESS  
5
Simple display  
/
P01 CONCERT HALL 1  
Hall A in Europe  
Goes off after being displayed for  
several seconds.  
Notes  
When making a setting change or adjustment in the SET  
MENU mode, or making speaker balance adjustment by  
using the test tone, information is fully displayed on the  
monitor’s screen even if another type of display is currently  
selected.  
Information displayed on the monitor’s screen in this way  
cannot be recorded by a VCR.  
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CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND FIELDS  
DSP programs consist of some parameters to determine  
WHAT IS A SOUND FIELD?  
apparent room size, reverberation time, distance from you to  
the performer, etc. In each program, these parameters are  
preset with values precisely calculated by Yamaha to create  
the sound field unique for the program. It is recommended to  
use DSP programs without changing values of parameters,  
however, this unit also allows you to create your own sound  
fields. Starting with one of the built-in programs, you can adjust  
those parameters. Even if this unit is in the standby mode, your  
custom sound fields will remain in the DSP’s memory for about  
two weeks. The following page details how to make your own  
sound fields.  
In order to explain the impressive functions of the DSP, we  
need to first understand what a sound field really is.  
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. We can even tell whether it is  
highly reflective with steel and glass surfaces, or more  
absorbent with wood panels, carpeting and curtains.  
In addition to the “TYPE” parameter which selects the  
subprograms within each DSP program (e.g. “Hall A in  
Europe”, “Hall B in Europe” and “Hall C in Europe” for program  
1, “HALL 1”), each program also has a set of parameters that  
allow you to change the characteristics of the acoustic  
environment to create precisely the effect you want. These  
parameters correspond to the many natural acoustic factors  
that create the sound field you experience in an actual concert  
hall or other listening environment. The size of the room, for  
example, affects the length of time between the “early  
reflections”—that is, the first few widely spaced reflections you  
hear after the direct sound. The “ROOM SIZE” parameter  
provided in many of the DSP programs alters the timing  
between these reflections, thus changing the shape of the  
“room” you hear. In addition to room size, the shape of the  
room and the characteristics of its surfaces have a significant  
effect on the final sound. Surfaces that absorb sound, for  
example, cause the reflections and reverberations to die out  
quicker, while highly reflective surfaces allow the reflections to  
carry on for a longer period of time. The DSP parameters allow  
you to control these and many other factors that contribute to  
your personal sound field, allowing you to essentially  
“redesign” the concert halls and rooms provided to create  
custom-tailored listening environments that ideally match your  
mood and music.  
THE ELEMENTS OF A SOUND FIELD  
In any environment, in addition to the direct sound coming  
straight to our ears from the player’s instrument, there are two  
distinct types of sound reflections that combine to make up the  
sound field:  
(1) Early Reflections.  
Reflected sounds reach our ears extremely rapidly  
(50 ms — 100 ms after the direct sound), after reflecting  
from one surface only—for example, from the ceiling or a  
wall. These reflections fall into specific patterns as shown  
in the diagram on page 58 for any particular environment,  
and provide vital information to our ears. Early reflections  
actually add clarity to the direct sound.  
(2) Reverberations.  
These are caused by reflections from more than one  
surface—walls, ceiling, the back of the room—so  
numerous that they merge together to form a continuous  
sonic “afterglow”. They are non-directional, and lessen the  
clarity of the direct sound.  
Direct sound, early reflections and subsequent reverberation  
taken together help us to determine the subjective size and  
shape of the room, and it is this information that the DSP  
reproduces in order to create sound fields.  
Refer to “DESCRIPTIONS OF THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD  
PARAMETERS” on pages 58 to 60 for a description of what  
each parameter does, how it effects the sound, and its control  
range.  
If you could create the appropriate early reflections and  
subsequent reverberations in your listening room, you would  
be able to create your own listening environment. The  
acoustics in your room could be changed to those of a concert  
hall, a dance floor, or virtually any size room at all. This ability  
to create sound fields at will is exactly what Yamaha has done  
with the DSP.  
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SELECTING AND EDITING PROGRAM PARAMETERS  
This adjustment can be made only by using the remote control transmitter watching the monitor screen or the display panel.  
Note  
It is recommended to watch the monitor screen for making adjustments more easily than to watch the display panel.  
4
Select a desired subprogram.  
1
Set the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch to the  
PARAMETER position.  
Note: Be sure to use the remote control transmitter  
with the lid open.  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
2
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
4
5
6
P ARAM ETER  
S ET M ENU  
or  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
S URROUND  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
12  
10  
11  
Press the button for  
the currently selected  
program once or more.  
2
3
Turn your monitor on. If the currently selected type of  
display is not the full display, press the ON SCREEN  
display key to call the full display.  
ON S CREEN  
5
6
Select the parameter which you want to edit.  
If no DSP program is selected, select a desired  
program.  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
CHURCH  
3
2
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
4
5
6
Change the value on the selected parameter to create  
the effect you want.  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
S URROUND  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
12  
10  
11  
The selected program name and its parameters will be  
displayed on the monitor screen. The arrow-shaped  
cursor points to the subprogram name.  
“+” increases the value of the selected parameter, and “–”  
decreases the value of the selected parameter. In both cases  
you can hold the key down for continuous incrementing or  
decrementing.  
P0  
/
1
CONCERT HALL 1  
Subprogram  
Hall A in Europe  
. . . .  
/
EFCT TRIM  
INIT. DLY  
0dB  
The display will pause for a moment at the initial value of the  
parameter as a reminder. (On the monitor screen, mark at  
. . . .  
30/ms  
. . . .  
/
5
ROOM SIZE  
1.0  
*
the head of parameter name disappears at the initial value of  
the parameter.)  
. . . . . . .  
LIVENESS  
Notes  
For details about parameters, refer to pages 58 to 60.  
Parameter edits made in this way will remain in effect even  
with power cut due to power failure or the power plug  
disconnected from the AC outlet for up to about two weeks,  
after which all parameters, as well as other adjustments or  
setting changes on this unit, will return to their initial values  
or conditions.  
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DESCRIPTIONS OF THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS  
Not all of the following parameters are found in every program.  
ROOM SIZE  
P. ROOM SIZE (Presence Room Size)  
How it Affects the Sound:  
Changes the apparent size of the music venue. The larger  
the value, the larger the simulated room will sound.  
Adjusts the apparent space size of the front presence sound  
field. The larger the value, the longer the interval between  
reflections becomes, which increases the depth of the sound  
source.  
What it Does:  
Adjusts the timing between the early reflections. Early  
reflections are the first group of reflections you hear before  
the subsequent, dense reverberation begins.  
S. ROOM SIZE (Surround Room Size)  
Adjusts the apparent space size of the rear surround sound field.  
The larger the value, the larger the surround sound field  
becomes.  
Control Range:  
0.1 – 2.0  
Standard setting is 1.0.  
Changing this parameter from 1 to 2 increases the apparent  
volume of the room eight times (length, width, and height all  
doubled).  
Level  
Level  
Level  
Direct sound  
Direct sound  
Early reflections  
Direct sound  
Early reflections  
Early reflections  
Small  
Large  
Time  
Time  
Time  
Small space  
Large space  
INIT. DLY (Initial Delay)  
P. INIT. DLY (Presence Initial Delay)  
How it Affects the Sound:  
Changes the apparent distance from the source sound.  
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection  
on the presence side of the sound field. The larger the value, the  
later the first reflection begins.  
Since the distance between a sound source and a reflective  
surface determines the delay between the direct sound and  
the first reflection, this parameter changes the location of the  
sound source within the acoustic environment.  
Control Range:  
1 – 99 milliseconds  
What it Does:  
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first  
reflection heard by the listener.  
S. INIT. DLY (Surround Initial Delay)  
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection  
on the rear surround side of the sound field. The larger the value,  
the later the first reflection begins.  
Control Range:  
1 – 99 milliseconds  
Control Range:  
For a small living room this parameter would be set for a small  
value. Large values for a big room. Larger values produce an  
echo effect.  
1 – 49 milliseconds  
Level  
Level  
Level  
Direct sound  
Early reflections  
Small  
Large  
Time  
Time  
Time  
INIT. DLY  
INIT. DLY  
INIT. DLY  
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LIVENESS  
P. LIVENESS (Presence Liveness)  
How it Affects the Sound:  
This parameter changes the apparent reflectivity of the walls  
in the hall.  
Adjusts the apparent reflectivity of the walls on the front presence  
sound field. The larger the value, the more reflective the front  
presence sound field becomes.  
The early reflections from a sound source will lose intensity  
(decay) much faster in a room with acoustically absorbent  
wall surfaces than in one which has mostly reflective  
surfaces. A room with highly reflective surfaces in which the  
early reflections decay slowly is termed “live”, while a room  
with absorbent characteristics in which the reflections decay  
rapidly is termed “dead”. The LIVENESS parameter lets you  
adjust the early reflection decay rate, and thus the “liveness”  
of the room.  
S. LIVENESS (Surround Liveness)  
Adjusts the apparent reflectivity of the walls on the rear surround  
sound field. The larger the value, the more reflective the rear  
surround sound field becomes.  
What it Does:  
Changes the rate at which the early reflections decay.  
Control Range:  
0 – 10.  
Level  
Level  
Level  
Direct sound  
Small  
Large  
Time  
Time  
Time  
Dead  
Live  
REV. TIME (Reverberation Time)  
How it Affects the Sound:  
Control Range:  
1.0 – 5.0 seconds.  
The natural reverberation time of a room depends primarily  
on its size and the characteristics of its inner surfaces. This  
parameter, therefore, changes the apparent size of the  
acoustic environment over an extremely wide range.  
The reverb time in a small-to-medium size hall would be  
between 1 and 2, and in a large hall it is normally between 2  
and 3.  
What it Does:  
Adjusts the amount of time it takes for the level of the dense,  
subsequent reverberation sound to decay by 60 dB (1 kHz).  
Direct sound  
Early reflections  
Level  
Level  
Level  
60 dB  
60 dB  
60 dB  
Small  
Large  
Time  
Time  
Time  
REV. TIME  
REV. TIME  
REV. TIME  
Reverberations  
Reverberations  
Reverberations  
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REV. DELAY (Reverberation Delay)  
EFCT TRIM (Effect Trim)  
This parameter sets the time difference between the beginning of  
the direct sound and the beginning of the reverberation sound.  
The larger the value, the later the reverberation sound will begin.  
A later reverberation sound makes you feel like the space of the  
acoustic environment has become larger.  
Performs fine adjustment of the level of all the effect sounds.  
Control Range:  
–3 dB to 3 dB  
Control Range:  
S. DELAY (Surround Delay)  
0 – 250 milliseconds  
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection  
on the rear surround side sound field. The larger the value, the  
later the surround sound field is generated.  
Level  
Direct sound  
Control Range:  
When the Dolby Pro Logic Surround is decoded:  
15 – 30 milliseconds  
When the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS is decoded:  
0 – 15 milliseconds  
60 dB  
Reverberations  
When a program without the Dolby Surround or the DTS  
encoded is used:  
Time  
REV.DELAY  
REV.TIME  
0 – 15 milliseconds  
REV. LEVEL (Reverberation Level)  
This parameter adjusts the volume of the reverberation sound.  
The larger the value, the stronger the reverberation becomes.  
Control Range:  
0 – 100%  
Level  
Direct sound  
REV. LEVEL  
Time  
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SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER  
If you use the SLEEP timer of this unit, you can make this unit turn into the standby mode. When you are going to sleep while  
enjoying a broadcast or other desired input source, this timer function is helpful.  
Notes  
The SLEEP timer can be controlled only with the remote control transmitter.  
The components on which the SLEEP timer is effective are the sources connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) on the rear  
panel of this unit.  
To set the SLEEP time  
To cancel the selected SLEEP time  
A
1
B
A
S LEEP  
C
B
C
S LEEP  
R
R
T
R
T
Press once or more so that “SLEEP OFF” appears on the  
display. (It will soon disappear and the “SLEEP” indicator will  
go off from the display.)  
Press once or more to select the desired  
SLEEP time.  
Note  
The SLEEP timer setting can also be canceled by turning this  
unit into the standby mode with the STANDBY/ON switch on  
the front panel (or the STANDBY key on the remote control  
transmitter) or disconnecting the power plug of this unit from  
the AC outlet.  
Indicates the SLEEP time.  
TV/DBS  
LD  
VCR  
VCR  
1
2
3
MD/TAPE  
TUNER  
CD  
1
DVD/VCR  
V-AUX  
PHONO  
SLEEP  
Flashes.  
Whenever the SLEEP key is pressed, the SLEEP time will  
change as follows.  
(Minutes)  
120  
90  
60  
30  
The SLEEP timer is off (OFF).  
(The state before the SLEEP key  
is pressed.)  
After a while, the display returns to the indication before  
the SLEEP timer is set.  
2
The unit will be turned into the standby mode  
automatically at the selected SLEEP time.  
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REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
BASIC OPERATIONS (When the lid is open)  
The remote control transmitter provided with this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of this unit. If the  
CD player, tape deck, tuner, LD player, etc. connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control  
compatibility, then this remote control transmitter will also control various functions of each component.  
* For basic operations, use the remote control transmitter with the lid open.  
NAMES OF KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
I
H
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
REC/ P AUS E  
A/  
B
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
A
B
C
1
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
S TOP  
DIS C  
G
F
TV/ DBS  
2
3
4
VCR  
2
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
P RES ET  
A/ B/ C/ D/  
E
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
2
CHURCH  
3
2
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
4
5
6
P HONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/ OFF  
E
D
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
S URROUND  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
10  
11  
12  
J
5
6
7
8
9
LEVEL  
P ARAM ETER  
TES T  
S ET M ENU  
S LEEP ON S CREEN  
M AS TER VOLUM E  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
TV  
C
B
M UTE  
VCR  
S TANDBY  
0
A
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
Lid is opened.  
Side panel  
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1 Tape deck keys  
A RESET button  
This button is inside the battery compartment.  
Press this button to “reset” the internal microcomputer which  
controls remote control operations. Microcomputer “reset” is  
necessary when the remote control freezes.  
* Pressing the RESET button will not erase learned  
Control tape deck.  
(The A/B/C switch (G) should be set to the “A” position.)  
* 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.  
functions.  
RESET button  
2 CD/LD player keys  
Control compact disc player or LD player.  
(To control compact disc player, set the A/B/C switch (G) to  
the “A” position. To control LD player, set the A/B/C switch  
(G) to the “B” position.)  
* DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer.  
* STOP is applicable only to LD player.  
B MASTER VOLUME  
(up) and  
(down) keys  
Turn the volume level up and down.  
3 Tuner keys  
C MUTE key  
Control tuner.  
When pressed, this key mutes the volume level. To resume the  
original volume level, press this key again.  
While muting, the indicator on the VOLUME control flashes  
continuously.  
(The A/B/C switch (G) should be set to the “A” position.)  
+: Selects higher preset station number.  
: Selects lower preset station number.  
A/B/C/D/E: Selects the group (A – E) of preset station  
numbers.  
D
/
and –/+ keys  
(down) keys change parameters (or functions)  
(up) and  
in the mode selected by the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch.  
and + keys make an adjustment or setting change on the  
4 DSP program selector keys  
Select a DSP program when the built-in digital sound field  
processor (including the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder,  
the Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder and the DTS decoder) is on.  
parameter (or function) selected by the  
or  
key.  
E EFFECT ON/OFF key  
Switches on/off the digital sound field processor (including the  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, the Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoder and the DTS decoder).  
5 LEVEL key  
When you will adjust output level of the center speaker(s), rear  
speakers, front effect speakers or subwoofer, first press this  
key once or more so that the name of speaker(s) whose level  
you want to adjust appears on the display. While the name is  
illuminated on the display, you can change the level by  
F A/B/C indicators  
The position (A, B or C) selected by the A/B/C switch is shown  
in red.  
pressing the + or keys (  
)
D
G A/B/C switch  
This switch must be used only when the lid of the remote  
control transmitter is open. (This switch will not function when  
the lid is closed.)  
6 PARAMETER/SET MENU switch  
Set to the PARAMETER position when you edit a parameter of  
a DSP program. Set to the SET MENU position when you will  
make an adjustment or setting change on a function in the SET  
MENU mode.  
Normally, set this switch to the “A” position. When controlling a  
Yamaha LD player by using the CD/LD player keys ( ), set  
2
this switch to the “B” position.  
H Input selector keys  
7 TEST key  
Select input source. The TAPE 2 MON key differs from other  
input selector keys in function. It is identical with the TAPE 2  
MON/EXT. DECODER button on the front panel. Refer to page  
23 for details.  
Used for speaker balance adjustment. (For details, refer to  
pages 29 to 31.)  
8 SLEEP timer key  
This key is used to turn the built-in SLEEP timer on and off,  
and to set the SLEEP time. (For details, refer to page 61.)  
I TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator  
Lights up when the remote control transmitter is transmitting  
infrared signals (when a command key is pressed).  
9 ON SCREEN display key  
J LIGHT key  
Changes the type of display showing the program name and  
parameters, or information for various setting changes and  
adjustments on the connected monitor’s screen.  
Whenever pressed, the screen changes to a full display, a  
simple display and no display in turn.  
If this key is pressed, some of the keys on the remote control  
unit light up for about 5 seconds. If this key is pressed while  
those keys are lighting up, they stop lighting.  
Note  
0 SYSTEM POWER ON and STANDBY keys  
Pressing the SYSTEM POWER ON key turns the power to this  
unit on and pressing the STANDBY key turns this unit into the  
standby mode.  
When using the keys to control Yamaha components,  
identify them with your component’s keys. If these keys  
are identical, their functions will be the same. For each key  
function, refer to the corresponding instruction in your  
component’s manual.  
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LEARNING NEW CONTROL FUNCTIONS (When the lid is open)  
This is a learning remote control transmitter. The shaded keys in the illustration shown below can be programmed to “learn”  
control functions from other remote control transmitters. By learning key-functions from other remote control transmitter, this unit can  
then be used in place of one or more other remote control transmitters, thus making operation of your various audio and video  
components more convenient.  
Some of the “learning-capable” keys are originally empty and others have already been preset with functions to control this unit and  
other Yamaha components. You can store new functions to them (in place of preset functions) as desired.  
* See page 70 for the learning method.  
* See page 72 for clearing a learned function (or all learned functions).  
Note  
If the memory capacity of the remote control transmitter becomes full, no further learning is possible even if some learning-capable  
keys are not occupied with new functions. If, for example, you store Yamaha codes only into this remote control transmitter, up to  
about 50 functions can be stored. Store new functions to the learnable-capable keys which are useful for you.  
Keys which can have three functions (1, 2, 3, 4)  
In the “Learning-capable” keys, the keys numbered 14 in the  
1
illustration at left can have three functions. This is because they  
have three memory areas (A, B and C). (One function per area.)  
You can store new functions into the area B and C, and use three  
functions on a key by switching the memory areas with the A/B/C  
switch. (Area A cannot learn a new function.)  
*
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
REC/ P AUS E  
A/  
B
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
A
B
C
To use these keys:  
1. Before using a key, select the area A, B or C of the key on which  
the function you want to use is stored by using the A/B/C switch.  
2. Press the key.  
1
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
S TOP  
DIS C  
The original factory settings of these keys are as follows.  
TV/ DBS  
The position of A/B/C switch  
2
3
4
VCR  
2
A
B
C
Preset with  
functions for  
controlling a  
Yamaha tape deck.  
Empty  
Empty  
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
P RES ET  
A/ B/ C/ D/  
E
1
2
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
2
CHURCH  
3
2
Preset with  
functions for  
controlling a  
Yamaha CD player. (DISC is empty.)  
(STOP is empty.)  
Preset with functions Empty  
for controlling a  
Yamaha LD player.  
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
4
5
6
P HONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/ OFF  
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
S URROUND  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
Preset with  
Empty  
Empty  
P ARAM ETER  
functions for  
controlling  
a Yamaha tuner.  
3
4
TES T  
S ET M ENU  
S LEEP ON S CREEN  
Preset as the DSP Preset as the DSP Preset as the DSP  
program selector  
keys  
M AS TER VOLUM E  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
program selector  
keys  
program selector  
keys  
TV  
M UTE  
1
Note  
The area A of all keys cannot learn new functions. To store new  
functions to these keys, store them onto the area B or C.  
VCR  
S TANDBY  
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
Empty keys (1)  
These are empty keys. Each key can learn a function from another  
remote control transmitter.  
Lid is open.  
For example, the TV key is useful for storing the function of your  
TV’s power switch, and the VCR key can be used for your VCR’s  
power switch.  
1: These buttons are used for learning a new function  
or clearing a learned function (or all learned  
*
functions). For details, refer to pages 70 to 72 .  
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Note  
About the lighting of keys  
If a key which has a preset function learns a new function, the  
preset function will not be deleted, but disabled. When the  
learned function is cleared, the preset function is restored. (For  
information on clearing a learned function, refer to page 72.)  
When you press an input selector key, it lights up for about 3  
seconds.  
When an input selector key in the group of selected memory  
area (A, B or C) is pressed, the mark of key group (13)  
which is the same as the mark of the selected input selector  
key lights up for about 3 seconds.  
About the marks shown on the remote control  
transmitter  
The marks on the remote control transmitter signify functions of  
keys, input sources, etc.  
Example)  
Examples)  
(tape):  
(disc):  
Tape deck, VCR, etc.  
CD player, LD player, etc.  
(radio wave): Tuner, TV/BS tuner, etc.  
Lights up.  
TRANS M IT  
These marks are helpful for storing new functions.  
Examples)  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
The area B of keys 1 is suitable for storing functions to  
REC/ P AUS E  
A/  
B
M D/TAP E  
CD  
1
control your VCR.  
A
B
The area B of keys 3 is suitable for storing functions to  
control your TV/BS tuner.  
Red (This shows that  
the memory area A is  
selected.)  
TUNER  
VCR  
1
A
DIR  
B
S TOP  
DIS C  
Conversely, when a key of group 13 is pressed, its mark  
and the input selector key with the same mark in the group of  
the selected memory area light up for about 3 seconds.  
This feature may be helpful for you if you store functions for  
controlling an input source to a group of keys whose mark  
lights up when the corresponding input selector key is pressed.  
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USING OPERATION CONTROL KEYS (When the lid is closed)  
When the lid of the remote control transmitter is closed, you can easily operate Yamaha components including learned functions by  
using the OPERATION CONTROL keys.  
TRANS M IT  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
REC/ P AUS E  
A/  
B
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
A
B
C
1
TUNER  
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
S TOP  
DIS C  
TV/ DBS  
TV/ DBS  
2
3
VCR  
2
VCR  
2
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
P RES ET  
A/ B/ C/ D/  
E
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
2
CHURCH  
3
2
2
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
P HONO  
EFFECT  
4
5
6
P HONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/ OFF  
/
DTS  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
OP ERATION  
CONTROL  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
S URROUND  
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
P ARAM ETER  
TES T  
S ET M ENU  
S LEEP ON S CREEN  
M AS TER  
VOLUM E  
M AS TER VOLUM E  
S YS TEM  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
P OW ER ON  
TV  
TV  
M UTE  
M UTE  
VCR  
VCR  
S TANDBY  
S TANDBY  
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
Lid is closed.  
When the lid is closed, the OPERATION CONTROL keys  
substitute for the keys numbered 1, 2 and 3 on the above  
illustration. To use these keys, you do not have to switch the  
A/B/C switch. The functions which the OPERATION  
CONTROL keys carry out are determined by which input  
selector key was pressed before using the OPERATION  
CONTROL keys.  
Note  
When the lid is closed, the EFFECT, MASTER VOLUME,  
MUTE, TV and VCR keys will function in the same way as  
when the lid is open.  
* If the MACRO switch on the side of the remote control  
transmitter is set to “OFF”, when the lid is closed, the  
SYSTEM POWER ON and STANDBY keys also will  
function in the same way as when the lid is open.  
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Examples of operations controlled by using the  
OPERATION CONTROL keys  
To operate your VCR  
1. Press the “VCR” input selector key.  
2. Use the OPERATION CONTROL keys. (They carry out the  
functions in area B of keys 1. This area is originally preset  
with no function. You must store the functions related to  
controlling the VCR in area B of keys 1 beforehand.)  
To operate a Yamaha CD player  
1. Press the “CD” input selector key.  
2. Use the OPERATION CONTROL keys. (They carry out the  
functions in area A of keys 2.)  
Play  
Play  
OP ERATION  
OP ERATION  
CONTROL  
CONTROL  
Skip to  
previous track  
Skip to next  
track  
Rewind  
Fast forward  
Pause or Stop  
Pause or Stop  
See the table below for a combination of an input selector key and key functions which the OPERATION CONTROL keys carry out.  
(Also, refer to the table on page 64.)  
Key functions which the OPERATION CONTROL keys carry out  
Selected input selector  
M D/TAP E  
1
Functions in area A of keys 1 (except REC/PAUSE, A/B, DIR A and B)  
CD  
Functions in area A of keys 2 (except STOP, DISC,  
Functions in area A of keys 3  
and  
)
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
Functions in area B of keys 1 (except REC/PAUSE, A/B, DIR A and B)  
Functions in area B of keys 2 (except STOP, DISC,  
Functions in area B of keys 3  
and  
)
TV/DBS  
VCR  
2
Functions in area C of keys 1 (except REC/PAUSE, A/B, DIR A and B)  
DVD/VCR  
3
Functions in area C of keys 2 (except STOP, DISC,  
Functions in area C of keys 3  
and  
)
V-AUX  
Pressing the “TAPE 2 MON” or “PHONO” input selector key has no effect on the OPERATION CONTROL keys.  
Notes  
About the lighting of keys  
If the OPERATION CONTROL keys substitute for keys  
which have no function (empty), no command is carried out.  
According to your plan, store functions from other remote  
control transmitters into an empty area of those keys. (Refer  
to page 70 for the learning method.)  
While playing an audio/video unit, if you want to operate  
another unit by using the remote control transmitter (for  
example, if you want to rewind a tape on your VCR while  
listening to a CD), you should open the lid of the remote  
control transmitter and use the A/B/C switch and the  
corresponding keys.  
When an input selector key is pressed, the pressed key and  
only the available OPERATION CONTROL keys (which  
substitute for the keys stored with the preset functions or  
learned functions) light up for about 3 seconds. So you will  
know what keys are available at a glance.  
OP ERATION  
CONTROL  
TUNER  
(If you press an input selector key with the lid closed to  
change the functions of the OPERATION CONTROL keys to  
the functions for controlling a VCR, the input of currently  
playing CD source is canceled.)  
Conversely, when an OPERATION CONTROL key is pressed,  
all of the available OPERATION CONTROL keys and the  
currently selected input selector key light up.  
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MACRO OPERATIONS (When the lid is closed)  
“Macro” is a command which defines a sequence of several  
operations.  
Preset macro keys are originally preset with macros. If you  
prefer, however, you can change the contents of a macro key  
by storing a desired series of functions on it. You can store up  
to seven functions onto a macro key. (Refer to page 71 for the  
learning method.)  
The keys shown in the illustrations below (as preset macro  
keys) are also preset with macros, in addition to individual  
functions.  
Each macro key is preset so that simply pressing it alone will  
carry out several functions of other keys on this remote control  
transmitter sequentially. (To know what key functions are  
sequentially carried out by pressing each preset macro key,  
see the next page.)  
Macros can be used only when the lid is closed and the  
MACRO switch is set to “SLOW” or “QUICK”. (If “OFF” is  
selected, no macro will function even if the lid is closed.)  
Setting the MACRO switch  
OFF: In this position, no macro will function even if the lid of  
remote control transmitter is closed.  
QUICK: In this position, when a macro key is pressed, each  
command is transmitted at 0.5 second intervals.  
SLOW: In this position, when a macro key is pressed, each  
command is transmitted at 3 second intervals.  
Preset macro keys  
TRANS M IT  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
REC/ P AUS E  
A/  
B
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
M D/ TAP E  
CD  
1
A
B
C
1
2
TUNER  
TUNER  
VCR  
LD  
1
VCR  
LD  
1
A
DIR  
B
S TOP  
DIS C  
TV/ DBS  
TV/ DBS  
VCR  
2
VCR  
2
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
DVD/ VCR  
V-AUX  
3
P RES ET  
A/ B/ C/ D/  
E
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
/EXT. DECODER  
TAP E M ON  
HALL  
1
1
HALL  
2
2
CHURCH  
3
2
2
JAZZ  
ROCK  
ENTER-  
CLUB  
CONCERT TAINMENT  
P HONO  
EFFECT  
4
5
6
P HONO  
CONCERT CONCERT  
TV  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
THEATER  
7
8
9
EFFECT  
ON/ OFF  
MOVIE  
MOVIE  
/DTS  
OP ERATION  
CONTROL  
THEATER  
1
THEATER  
2
S URROUND  
10  
11  
12  
LEVEL  
P ARAM ETER  
TES T  
S ET M ENU  
S LEEP ON S CREEN  
M AS TER  
VOLUM E  
M AS TER VOLUM E  
S YS TEM  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
P OW ER ON  
TV  
TV  
M UTE  
M UTE  
VCR  
VCR  
S TANDBY  
S TANDBY  
REM OTE CONTROL  
TRANS M ITTER  
Lid is closed.  
(Set the MACRO switch to  
“QUICK” or “SLOW”.)  
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Preset macro keys and the key functions which they carry out sequentially are as follows. (Also, refer to the table on page 64.)  
Function of the key (and area) which operates when a macro key is pressed  
Macro key  
1st  
2nd  
3rd  
(Turning the power of this unit on)  
(Selecting an input source)  
(Playing a source)  
on area A of keys 1  
M D/TAP E  
CD  
1
M D/TAP E  
CD  
1
on area A of keys 2  
TUNER  
TUNER  
on area B of keys 1  
VCR  
LD  
1
VCR  
LD  
1
on area B of keys 2  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
TV  
/
DBS  
TV/DBS  
on area C of keys 1  
VCR  
2
VCR  
2
on area C of keys 2  
DVD/VCR  
3
DVD/VCR  
3
V-AUX  
V-AUX  
TAP E  
2
M ON  
TAP E  
2
M ON  
P HONO  
P HONO  
Function of the key which operates when a macro key is pressed  
Macro key  
1st  
2nd  
3rd  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
TV  
VCR  
S TANDBY  
S TANDBY  
Notes  
A key in which no function is stored will carry out no  
Once you press a macro key, this unit will not receive the  
command of another key (even if it is pressed) until this unit  
finishes carrying out all commands of the macro key. Take  
notice of this especially when the MACRO switch is in the  
“SLOW” position.  
Once you press a macro key, you must keep the remote  
control transmitter directed at the main unit’s remote control  
sensor until the remote control transmitter finishes  
transmitting all command signals of the macro key.  
You can also use the OPERATION CONTROL keys while  
using the macro functions.  
command.  
If it occurs that this unit will not receive the second command  
because the internal operation of the first command takes a  
long time, set the MACRO switch to the “SLOW” position, or  
add no function or repeat the same command between the  
first command and the next command.  
If you program the power on/off switching function of TV,  
VCR, etc. as part of a macro sequence, note that it switches  
the current mode to the other (“on” to “off”, or “off” to “on”).  
For example, when you press the macro key, if the power of  
TV, VCR, etc. is already on, the power will be turned off  
even though you may not want it to do so.  
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LEARNING A NEW FUNCTION  
1
Place this remote control transmitter and the other  
remote control transmitter so that they face each other.  
5
Press and hold the key (on the other remote control  
transmitter) which has the function you want to store.  
This remote control  
transmitter  
Other remote  
control transmitter  
1
T
V
T
S
2
4
3
U
B
K
2
J
5
A
Z
Z
C
L
U
B
8
3
T
0
C
6
H
U
R
9
C
H
T
E
S
T
P
H
O
E
N
F
O
O
F
E
N
/
C
O
T
F
F
About 5–10 cm  
(2–4 in.)  
When learning is finished, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator  
stops lighting. You can release the key. Then the indicator  
begins flashing slowly.  
2
* If a signal is not successfully received, the  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode  
prior to step 4 is restored. If this occurs, restart from step 4.  
* If memory capacity is full, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator  
flashes rapidly to show you that learning is impossible, and  
then the mode before you began learning operations is  
restored.  
(Press by using the point of  
a mechanical pencil, etc.)  
Flashes slowly.  
* If there is no operation for about 30 seconds after the  
LEARN button is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator  
flashes rapidly and the current mode is canceled. If this  
occurs, repeat this step.  
6
7
Repeat step 3–5 to store more functions.  
When you finish the learning operation, press the  
LEARN button.  
3
If necessary, select the memory area by using the A/B/C  
switch on the side panel of the remote control  
transmitter.  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
4
Press the key on this remote control transmitter in which  
you will store a new function.  
Notes  
Newly learned functions will replace previously learned  
functions.  
If there is no more room in the memory area for a function to  
be learned, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator will flash  
rapidly. In this case, even if some keys are not occupied  
with functions from other remote control transmitters, no  
further learning is possible.  
Lights up.  
1
2
I
If you close the lid while learning, and then about 5 seconds  
pass, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and  
the mode before beginning learning operations is restored. If  
this occurs, restart from step 2. However, if you open the lid  
within 5 seconds, the mode before closing the lid is  
restored.  
There may occasionally be instances in which, due to the  
signal-coding and modulation employed by the other remote  
control transmitter, this remote control transmitter will not be  
able to “learn” its signals.  
When you press the LEARN, MACRO or CLEAR button, or  
the RESET button inside of the battery compartment by  
using a sharp-pointed thing, be careful not to damage the  
button. If you will use a mechanical pencil, make sure that  
the lead is not coming out.  
I
* If a key which cannot learn another function is pressed, the  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the current  
mode is canceled. If this occurs, repeat this step.  
* If there is no operation for about 30 seconds after a key is  
pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly  
and the mode before you began learning operations is  
restored. If this occurs, restart from step 2.  
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MAKING A NEW MACRO  
A new macro can be programmed onto any preset macro key in place of preset functions. (See page 68 to know what keys are  
preset macro keys.) You can make as many as 13 new macro keys. A macro key can learn as many as seven functions of other  
keys.  
Note  
If you store a continuous command such as lowering of volume level, it will become a short command when it is carried out as a part  
of macro.  
1
4
Repeat step 3 to store the second, the third and more  
functions. You can store up to seven key functions in  
series as a macro.  
S M IT  
LEARN  
/
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
* If the seventh key function has been learned, the  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode  
before you began learning operations is restored. (This  
shows that the key has completed learning a series of  
functions as a macro.) If this occurs, you do not have to  
follow the next step.  
Flashes slowly.  
* If there is no operation for about 30 seconds after the  
MACRO button is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN  
indicator flashes rapidly and the mode before you pressed  
the MACRO button is restored. If this occurs, press the  
MACRO button again.  
5
When you finish learning, press the MACRO button.  
2
Press a preset macro key on which you want to make a  
new macro.  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
CD  
TRANS M IT  
LEARN  
/
It is recommended to write down new key functions you  
stored on the provided user function stickers and paste  
them on the reverse side of the remote control transmitter  
or the reverse side of the remote control transmitter’s lid.  
Lights up.  
* If a key other than a preset macro key is pressed, the  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the  
current mode is canceled. If this occurs, repeat this step.  
3
Press a key whose function you want to store as the first  
function of the new macro.  
A
B
C
S YS TEM  
P OW ER ON  
TRANS M IT  
LEARN  
/
Goes off.  
(When learning is finished,  
this indicator lights up again.)  
* If a key whose function cannot be stored as a command of  
macro is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes  
rapidly and the current mode is canceled. If this occurs,  
repeat this step.  
* If about 30 seconds pass before a key is pressed, the  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode  
before you began learning operations is restored. If this  
occurs, restart from step 1.  
Memory back-up  
All of the learned functions will be retained while you  
replace the batteries. However, if no batteries are  
installed for a few hours, the learned functions will be  
erased and will have to be learned again.  
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CLEARING LEARNED FUNCTIONS  
To Clear a Learned Function  
To Clear All Learned Functions  
1
To clear a learned key function, press the LEARN button  
using the point of a mechanical pencil, etc.  
To clear a macro you made, press the MACRO button.  
1
Select the kind of key functions all of which you want to  
clear by using the MACRO switch on the side panel of  
the remote control transmitter.  
QUICK  
M ACRO  
OFF  
or  
S LOW  
NS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
OFF:  
Select this position if you want to clear all of the  
learned functions except macros.  
Flashes slowly.  
QUICK: Select this position if you want to clear all of the  
macros you made.  
SLOW: Select this position if you want to clear all of the  
learned functions including macros.  
2
3
Press and hold the CLEAR button using the point of a  
mechanical pencil, etc.  
2
Press the CLEAR button using the point of a  
mechanical pencil, etc.  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
CLEAR  
LEARN  
M ACRO  
Holding the CLEAR button pressed, press and hold the  
key whose function you want to clear until the indicator  
flashes 3 times.  
Flashes slowly.  
* If one of the following operation is made after you press  
the CLEAR button, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator  
flashes rapidly and the current mode is canceled. If this  
occurs, press the CLEAR button again.  
CD  
TRANS M IT  
LEARN  
/
MACRO switch is switched to another position.  
Flashes.  
Another key is pressed.  
To clear two or more functions sequentially, do not  
release the CLEAR button pressed, and repeat this step.  
There is no operation for about 30 seconds.  
3
Press and hold the CLEAR button again. While holding  
the CLEAR button pressed, press and hold the  
Note  
If you clear a learned function of a key, the originally preset  
function of the key is restored (except the keys which are  
originally preset with no function.)  
MASTER VOLUME  
and  
keys simultaneously  
until the indicator flashes 7 times.  
TRANS M IT  
/
LEARN  
M UTE  
Flashes.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple  
measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and  
contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help.  
General  
REMEDY  
SYMPTOM  
CAUSE  
Firmly plug in the power cord.  
The unit fails to turn on when the  
STANDBY/ON switch is pressed, or turns  
into the standby mode suddenly soon after  
the power is turned on.  
Power cord is not plugged in or is not  
completely inserted.  
Set the switch to either end closely.  
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the  
rear panel is not set to either end closely.  
Turn this unit into the standby mode and  
disconnect the AC power cord from the AC  
outlet. After about 30 seconds have passed,  
connect the power and operate this unit  
again.  
It happens that this unit does not work  
normally.  
There is an influence of strong external  
noise (lightning, excessive static electricity,  
etc.) or a misoperation on this unit while  
using this unit.  
Connect the cords properly. If the problem  
persists, the cords may be defective.  
No sound or no picture.  
Incorrect output cord connections.  
Select the appropriate input source with the  
INPUT SELECTOR or the TAPE 2  
MON/EXT. DECODER button.  
Appropriate input source is not selected.  
Secure the connections.  
Speaker connections are not secure.  
Play a source whose signals this unit can  
reproduce.  
Digital signals other than PCM audio and the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) (or the DTS) encoded  
signals which this unit cannot reproduce are  
input to this unit by playing a CD-ROM etc.  
Connect this unit’s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT  
terminal to the TV’s S video input terminal.  
No picture  
There is no S video terminal connection  
between this unit and the TV, though S  
video signals are input to this unit.  
Turn this unit into the standby mode, and  
then turn on to reset the protection circuit.  
The sound suddenly goes off.  
The protection circuit has been activated  
because of short circuit etc.  
Cancel the SLEEP timer function.  
Adjust it to the appropriate position.  
The SLEEP timer has functioned.  
Incorrect setting of the BALANCE control.  
Incorrect cord connections.  
Only one side speaker outputs the sound.  
No sound from the effect speakers.  
Connect the cords properly. If the problem  
persists, the cords may be defective.  
Press the EFFECT button to turn it on.  
Use a different sound field program.  
The EFFECT button is set off.  
A Dolby Surround (or DTS) decoding  
program is being used with material not  
encoded with Dolby Surround (or DTS).  
Set to the “OFF-7ch” position.  
No sound from the front effect speakers.  
No sound from the center speaker.  
The function “1E. FRONT MIX” in the SET  
MENU mode is set to the “ON-5ch” position.  
Select another program (or subprogram).  
PRO LOGIC/Normal, DOLBY DIGITAL/  
Normal or DTS DIGITAL SUR./Normal of  
the DSP program No. 12 is selected.  
Select the appropriate position.  
Select another program.  
The function “1A. CENTER SP” in the SET  
MENU mode is set to the “NONE” position.  
One of the DSP programs No. 1 to No. 6 is  
selected when the input signal of source is  
2-channel stereo (analog/PCM).  
Refer to the instructions for the source  
currently played.  
The input signals of source encoded with  
the Dolby Digital (AC-3) or the DTS do not  
have center channel signals.  
Select the MAIN position.  
Poor bass reproduction.  
Sound “hums”.  
The function “1D. LFE/BASS OUT” in the  
SET MENU mode is set in the SWFR or  
BOTH position, though your system does  
not include a subwoofer.  
Make output mode selections suitable for  
your speaker system.  
Output mode selection for each channel  
(MAIN, CENTER or REAR) is improper.  
Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the  
Incorrect cord connections.  
problem persists, the cords may be defective.  
Make the GND connection between the  
turntable and this unit.  
No connection from the turntable to the  
GND terminal.  
The player should be connected to the unit  
through the MC head amplifier.  
The volume level is low while playing a  
record.  
The record is being played on a turntable  
with an MC cartridge.  
Turn on the power to the component.  
The volume level cannot be increased, or  
sound is distorted.  
The component connected to the MD/TAPE  
1 REC terminals of this unit is turned off.  
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REMEDY  
SYMPTOM  
CAUSE  
Set to the “OFF” position.  
DSP parameters and some other settings  
on this unit cannot be changed.  
The function “9. MEMORY GUARD” in the  
SET MENU mode is set to the “ON” position.  
Check the source, or turn off the unit playing  
back the source and then turn on again.  
“INPUT DATA ERROR” appears on the  
display and no sound is heard.  
A nonstandardized source is played back, or  
the unit playing back a source is  
misoperating.  
The sound field cannot be recorded.  
This unit do not operate properly.  
It is not possible to record the sound field on  
a tape deck connected to this unit’s  
MD/TAPE 1 REC terminals.  
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall AC  
outlet, and then plug in again after about one  
minute.  
The internal microcomputer has been frozen  
by an external electric shock (lightning,  
excessive static electricity, etc.) or power  
supply with low voltage.  
Make additional connection between analog  
terminals.  
A source cannot be recorded by a tape  
deck or VCR connected to this unit.  
The source unit is connected to this unit  
between digital terminals only.  
Move the unit further away from the affected  
equipment.  
Noise from nearby TV or tuner.  
This unit is too close to the affected  
equipment.  
Turn the power to this unit on.  
The sound is degraded when listening with  
the headphones connected to the compact  
disc player or tape deck that are connected  
with this unit.  
This unit is in the standby mode.  
Remote control transmitter  
REMEDY  
SYMPTOM  
CAUSE  
Replace the batteries with new ones and  
press the RESET button on the remote  
control transmitter.  
The remote control transmitter does not  
work.  
The batteries of this remote control  
transmitters are weak.  
Press the RESET button on the remote  
control transmitter.  
The internal microcomputer “freezes”.  
Wrong distance or angle.  
The remote control transmitter will function  
from a maximum range of 6 meters, no more  
than 30 degrees off-axis from the front panel.  
The remote control transmitter does not  
function properly.  
Change position of the main unit.  
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type  
of fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote  
control sensor of the main unit.  
Press the RESET button on the remote  
control transmitter.  
The internal microcomputer “freezes”.  
Replace the batteries (and press the RESET  
button for this remote control transmitter).  
Learning cannot be made successfully.  
(The TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator does not  
light up or flash.)  
The batteries of this remote control  
transmitter and/or the other remote control  
transmitter are weak.  
Place the remote control transmitters with the  
proper distance.  
The distance between the two remote control  
transmitters is too long or too short.  
Learning is not possible.  
The signal coding or modulation of the other  
remote control transmitter is not compatible  
with this remote control transmitter.  
Further learning is not possible without  
deleting unnecessary commands.  
Memory capacity is full.  
Press the RESET button on the remote  
control transmitter.  
The internal microcomputer “freezes”.  
Learning process incomplete.  
Be sure to press and hold the function key on  
the other remote control transmitter until the  
TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator begins flashing  
slowly.  
Continuous functions such as volume are  
learned, but operate only for a moment  
before stopping.  
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When playing back a source encoded with the DTS:  
REMEDY  
SYMPTOM  
CAUSE  
The player must be connected to a digital  
audio signal input terminal of this unit besides  
analog audio signal terminal connections.  
A loud hissing noise is heard when you  
play back a source encoded with the DTS.  
The player which plays back the source is  
not connected to a digital audio signal input  
terminal of this unit.  
Select a proper input mode on this unit to turn  
on the DTS decoder built into this unit.  
The “ANALOG” input mode is selected on  
this unit.  
Set the input mode of the currently selected  
input source to “DTS”.  
A percussive noise is heard when you  
begin playing back a source encoded with  
the DTS.  
If the “AUTO” input mode is selected,  
depending on some sources, there may be a  
case that a noise is heard while this unit is  
identifying the format of input signal.  
Set the player’s digital volume control at the  
maximum, neutral or ineffective position.  
No sound is heard when you play back a  
source encoded with the DTS, even though  
the “AUTO” or “DTS” input mode is  
selected on this unit.  
The DTS decoder built into this unit does not  
function because the player has a digital  
volume control and it is set at a position  
other than “maximum”, “neutral” or  
“ineffective”.  
No sound is heard when you play back an  
MD onto which you have recorded a  
source encoded with the DTS.  
A source encoded with the DTS cannot be  
recorded onto an MD.  
No sound is heard when you play back a  
DAT onto which you have recorded a  
source encoded with the DTS.  
Depending on a DAT deck, a source  
encoded with the DTS cannot be recorded  
onto a DAT.  
Press the INPUT MODE button on the front  
panel or the input selector button (for the  
currently selected source) on the remote  
control transmitter so that “PCM” appears on  
the display.  
No sound is heard when you play back a  
source (CD etc.) even though the currently  
selected input mode is “AUTO”.  
In the “AUTO” mode, the DTS-decoding  
mode cannot be changed to the normal  
(PCM) digital signal input mode  
automatically.  
Notes  
It is necessary to use a DTS decoder to play back a source encoded with the DTS, so the player which plays back a source must  
be connected to a digital audio input terminal of this unit in the way described in this manual. If this connection is not made or only  
a D/A converter is used without using a DTS decoder, when you play back a source, only a loud hiss noise will be heard.  
If you make a search (or skip etc.) operation while playing back a source encoded with the DTS, the “PCM” indicator lights up on  
the display. This is because this unit automatically changes the DTS-decoding mode to the normal (PCM) digital signal input  
mode to prevent a noise from being output.  
A source encoded with the DTS cannot be recorded onto analog audio and video tapes, and also, an analog tape recorded with a  
source encoded with the DTS cannot be played back.  
The same result is obtained for MDs and DATs (depending on a DAT deck used for recording and/or playback).  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Minimum RMS Output Power Per Channel  
Headphone Jack Rated Output/Impedance  
(When both channels are driven)  
Output Level  
MAIN L/R (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.015% THD, 8)  
....................................................................... 110W+110W  
CENTER (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.015% THD, 8) ........ 110W  
REAR L/R (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.015% THD, 8)  
........................................................................110W+110W  
FRONT L/R (1 kHz, 0.05% THD, 8).................35W+35W  
(CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX Input: 50 mV, RL=8)  
.................................................................................... 0.2V  
Impedance .................................................................. 100Ω  
Frequency Response (20 Hz to 20 kHz)  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX to MAIN L/R SP OUT  
.............................................................................. 0±0.5 dB  
Maximum Power [China and General models only]  
1 kHz, 10% THD, 6(When both channels are driven)  
MAIN L/R........................................................150W+150W  
CENTER ....................................................................150W  
REAR L/R.......................................................150W+150W  
FRONT L/R.........................................................45W+45W  
RIAA Equalization Deviation (20 Hz to 20 kHz)  
PHONO MM............................................................0±0.5 dB  
Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz)  
Dynamic Power Per Channel  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX to PRE OUT (MAIN L/R),  
1V............................................................. Less than 0.005%  
PHONO MM to REC OUT, 3V ................... Less than 0.01%  
MAIN IN to SP OUT (MAIN L/R, CENTER), 40W/8Ω  
................................................................. Less than 0.005%  
MAIN IN to SP OUT (MAIN L/R, CENTER), 50W/6Ω  
................................................................. Less than 0.008%  
(by IHF Dynamic Headroom Measuring Method)  
[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models only]  
MAIN L/R (8/6/4Ω)  
(When both channels are driven) .......... 150W/180W/240W  
Dynamic Headroom  
[U.S.A., Canada, China and General models only]  
MAIN L/R (8) ............................................................. 1.3 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network)  
DIN Standard Output Power Per Channel [Europe and U.K.  
models only]  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX (Input Shorted 150 mV)  
(EFFECT OFF) .......................................... More than 96 dB  
PHONO MM (Input Shorted 5 mV) (EFFECT OFF)  
....................................................................More than 86 dB  
MAIN L/R (1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 4)  
(When both channels are driven)................................ 180W  
IEC Power [Europe and U.K. models only]  
MAIN L/R (1 kHz, 0.015% THD, 8)  
Residual Noise (IHF-A Network)  
(When both channels are driven)................................ 120W  
MAIN L/R SP OUT.................................... Less than 150 µV  
Damping Factor  
Channel Separation (Vol –30 dB)  
MAIN L/R, CENTER (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8)  
...................................................................... More than 200  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX Input 5.1 kShorted  
(EFFECT OFF) 1 kHz/10 kHz ......... More than 70 dB/60 dB  
PHONO MM Input Shorted (EFFECT OFF)  
Input Sensitivity/Impedance (100W/8)  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX................... 150 mV/47 kΩ  
PHONO MM.....................................................2.5 mV/47 kΩ  
MAIN IN ..................................................................1V/47 kΩ  
1 kHz/10 kHz..................................More than 70 dB/60 dB  
Tone Control Characteristics  
Bass  
Boost/Cut .................................................. ±10 dB (50 Hz)  
Turnover frequency ................................................ 350 Hz  
Treble  
Maximum Input Signal (1 kHz, 0.05% THD, EFFECT ON)  
CD/TUNER/MDTAPE 1/TAPE 2/LD/TVDBS/VCR 1  
/VCR 2/DVDVCR 3/VIDEO AUX .................................. 2.3V  
PHONO MM ............................................................ 130 mV  
Boost/Cut ................................................. ±10 dB (20 kHz)  
Turnover frequency ............................................... 3.5 kHz  
Output Level/Impedance  
Center Channel Graphic Equalizer  
REC OUT...................................................... 150 mV/1.5 kΩ  
PRE OUT  
MAIN, CENTER, REAR, FRONT ....................... 1V/1.2 kΩ  
SUBWOOFER (SPLIT L, R) (EFFECT OFF)  
........................................................................ 1.2V/1.2 kΩ  
SUBWOOFER (MONO) (EFFECT OFF)  
Frequency ................... 100 Hz/300 Hz/1 kHz/3 kHz/10 kHz  
Boost/Cut ................................................................... ±6 dB  
Q ..................................................................................... 0.7  
Bass Extension (MAIN L/R) ............................. +6 dB (70 Hz)  
........................................................................... 2V/1.2 kΩ  
Low Pass Filter Characteristics  
SUBWOOFER (fc = 90 Hz) ................................. 24 dB/oct.  
Maximum Voltage Output (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD)  
PRE OUT (MAIN L/R) ..................................... More than 3V  
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CINEMA Equalizer  
AC Outlets  
High-shelving filter  
2 SWITCHED OUTLETS  
Frequency .......................................... 1.0 kHz to 12.7 kHz  
Boost/Cut ................................................... –9 dB to +6 dB  
Parametric equalizer  
[U.S.A. model] ......................................... 120W max. total  
[Canada, China and General models] ..... 100W max. total  
1 SWITCHED OUTLET  
Frequency .......................................... 1.0 kHz to 12.7 kHz  
Boost/Cut ................................................... –9 dB to +6 dB  
Q ................................................................................. 1.85  
[Europe, U.K. and Australia models] ............... 100W max.  
1 UNSWITCHED OUTLET  
[U.S.A. and Canada models] ........................... 180W max.  
[China and General models] ........................... 200W max.  
Audio Muting ............................................................... –20 dB  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
Video Section  
[U.S.A., Canada, Europe, U.K. and Australia models]  
.......................................................... 435 x 190.5 x 473 mm  
(17-1/8” x 7-1/2” x 18-5/8”)  
[China and General models (without side panels)]  
.......................................................... 435 x 190.5 x 473 mm  
(17-1/8” x 7-1/2” x 18-5/8”)  
[China and General models (with side panels)]  
.......................................................... 473 x 190.5 x 473 mm  
(18-5/8” x 7-1/2” x 18-5/8”)  
Video Signal Type  
[U.S.A. and Canada Models].....................................NTSC  
[Europe, U.K. and Australia models] .......................... PAL  
[China and General Models] ............................ NTSC/PAL  
Video Signal Level ............................................. 1 Vp-p/75Ω  
S-Video Signal Level  
Y ...................................................................... 1 Vp-p/75Ω  
C .............................................................. 0.286 Vp-p/75Ω  
Maximum Input Level ............................ More than 1.5 Vp-p  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ................................ More than 50 dB  
Monitor Out Frequency Response  
Weight  
[U.S.A., Canada, Europe, U.K. and Australia models]  
................................................................. 23.0 kg (50.6 lbs.)  
[China and General models (without side panels)]  
................................................................. 23.0 kg (50.6 lbs.)  
[China and General models (with side panels)]  
.................................................................... 25.0 kg (55 lbs.)  
.......................................................... 5 Hz to 10 MHz, –3 dB  
Power Supply  
[U.S.A. and Canada models] ...................... AC 120V/60 Hz  
[Europe and U.K. models] ........................... AC 230V/50 Hz  
[Australia model] ......................................... AC 240V/50 Hz  
[China and General models]  
Accessories....................................Remote control transmitter  
........................................... AC 110/120/220/240V 60/50 Hz  
Batteries  
User function stickers  
Power Consumption  
[U.S.A., Europe, U.K., Australia, China and General models]  
.................................................................................... 500W  
[Canada model] ...............................................500W/650 VA  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A.  
YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA  
YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY  
YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE  
YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD1 7JS, ENGLAND  
YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B.  
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WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN  
YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA  
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