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General| Type | AV Amplifier |
|---|---|
| Video Connections | composite, S-Video |
| Weight | 24.5 kg |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.015% |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 100dB |
| Input Sensitivity/Impedance | 200mV/47k ohms |
| Speaker Load Impedance | 4-16 ohms |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz-100kHz (+0, -3dB) |
| Dimensions | 435 x 171 x 468.5 mm (W x H x D) |
Essential safety guidelines for installation, operation, and maintenance of the unit.
Instructions for UK customers regarding plug suitability, cord safety, and model wiring.
Highlights key features like Dolby Digital, DTS, DSP, remote control, and connectivity.
Guidance on checking package contents, installing batteries, and remote control use.
Overview of front panel controls and the remote control functions.
Explains Dolby Digital 5.1 channel format and Surround EX with Rear Center channel.
Details DTS 5.1 channel system and the DTS ES system for immersive audio.
Compares Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS, and 6.1 channel systems.
Describes how Yamaha recreates acoustic environments digitally using collected data.
Explains DSP integration with soundtracks and virtual/headphone modes.
Details input/output jacks, connectivity, and integrated amplifier specifications.
Lists the items included in the package: remote, batteries, and quick reference guide.
Instructions for battery installation, aiming, and basic operation of the remote control.
Detailed descriptions of each numbered control on the front panel of the unit.
Instructions on how to open and close the front panel door for access.
Explains controls like TREBLE, BALANCE, EFFECT, BASS EXTENSION, etc.
Identifies buttons and sections of the remote control for operation.
Explains functions like CLEAR, RE-NAME, LEARN, MACRO, etc.
Describes the meaning of indicators like DTS, VIRTUAL, DIGITAL, PCM, SLEEP, etc.
Details all input/output jacks and terminals on the rear panel.
Lists configurations from four to eight speakers and their DSP implications.
Provides guidelines for placing main, center, effect, and surround speakers.
Introduces the process of connecting audio and video components.
Explains different OSD modes (Full, Short, Off) for displaying information.
Introduces setting speaker parameters based on size and configuration.
Explains eight/seven, six, five, and four speaker configurations and their use.
Covers connecting digital jacks (coaxial, optical) and video jacks (composite, S-video, component).
Guides connection of tuners, turntables, and CD players.
Instructions for connecting tape decks and MD/DAT decks via analog and digital.
Guides connecting LD players, TVs, and satellite/cable tuners.
Instructions for connecting VCRs, DVD players, and video monitors.
Details using speaker cords and connecting main and center speakers.
Instructions for connecting front effect, rear, rear center, and subwoofer speakers.
Explains connecting rear subwoofers and setting the impedance selector switch.
Details the switch positions and required speaker impedance for each.
Guides connecting external amplifiers, decoders, and power supply cords.
Explains OSD modes and how to select them for displaying information.
Explains setting the switch for NTSC or PAL television formats.
Introduces setting speaker parameters based on configuration and size.
Summarizes SPEAKER SET items (CENTER SP, MAIN SP, REAR SP, etc.) and initial settings.
Explains using the test tone generator to balance speaker output levels.
Steps to take before starting speaker calibration: setting BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE, etc.
Details the Dolby Surround Test for balancing speaker levels for surround sound.
Explains the DSP Test for balancing Front Effect speakers with Main speakers.
Covers power control, source selection, input modes, and sound field programs.
Explains how to record one source while viewing/listening to another.
Instructions for turning the unit on and off using the remote or front panel.
Guides selecting input sources using the INPUT SELECTOR or remote buttons.
Explains combining video from one source with audio from another.
Details setting input priority (AUTO, ANALOG, DTS, etc.) and corresponding indicators.
Guides selecting DSP sound field programs using the 10KEY/DSP or PROGRAM buttons.
Explains using the 6.1/ES feature with Rear Center speakers for surround formats.
Reiterates Virtual CINEMA DSP and HP CINEMA DSP features.
How to turn off DSP effects for standard stereo playback.
Explains using REC OUT/ZONE 2 to record one source while listening to another.
Details on recording DTS signals, noting analog audio is preferred for recording.
Lists all available items within the SET MENU for configuration.
Introduces features like setting manufacturer codes, learning functions, and macros.
Guides on adjusting volume levels for center, rear, front effect, and subwoofer speakers.
Explains how to set the sleep timer to automatically turn off the unit.
Introduces the ZONE 2 feature for multi-room audio-video systems.
Detailed descriptions, settings, and pages for all SET MENU items.
Explains the general procedure for adjusting items in the SET MENU using the remote.
Explains settings for Center, Main, Rear, and Front Effect speakers.
Explains selecting the output for LFE/Bass signals (Subwoofer, Main, Both).
Guides setting the mode for Front Effect speakers (YES/NONE).
Explains adjusting the main speaker output level (Normal/-10dB).
Guides adjusting subwoofer volume using a test tone.
Details LFE Level and Dynamic Range settings for Dolby Digital.
Details LFE Level settings for DTS signals.
Guides adjusting delay for Center and Rear Center speakers.
Explains adjusting delay for all channels to match audio to video.
How to adjust the Center speaker's tone using a 5-band graphic equalizer.
How to adjust the Rear Center speaker's tone using a 5-band graphic equalizer.
Guides adjusting tonal quality for speaker groups using high-shelving and parametric equalizers.
Adjusts bass and treble levels for headphone listening.
Resets DSP program parameters within a group to their initial factory settings.
Enables automatic switching to Dolby Digital Matrix 6.1 or DTS ES decoding.
Prevents accidental changes to DSP parameters and other settings.
Designates input for component video terminals (A, B, C).
Sets initial input mode for D-TV, CBL/SAT, and VCR 1 sources.
Allows changing the names of input sources displayed on the OSD or panel.
Adjusts the brightness of the front panel display.
Selects volume control for ZONE 2 output (FIX or VAR).
Explains controlling the main unit and components with the remote.
Selects a component to control, switching the remote's control area.
Guides using the remote control in Zone 2 mode for multi-room operation.
Describes the OPTN area for programming other remote control functions.
Explains the remote's button and display illumination feature.
Details remote control buttons for operating a tuner.
Details remote control buttons for operating a tape deck.
Details remote control buttons for operating a CD player.
Details remote control buttons for operating an MD recorder.
Details remote control buttons for operating an LD player.
Details remote control buttons for operating a DVD player.
Details remote control buttons for operating VCRs.
Details remote control buttons for operating TVs or digital TVs.
Details remote control buttons for operating cable/satellite tuners.
Details remote control buttons for OPTN and PHONO areas.
Guides setting manufacturer codes to control other components.
Explains selecting libraries and setting codes for component control.
Step-by-step guide to teach the remote new functions from other remotes.
Explains performing a series of operations with a single button press via macros.
Step-by-step guide to create custom macro sequences for the remote.
Guides renaming input sources on the display window.
Procedures for clearing learned functions or programmed macros from the remote.
Covers clearing all learning functions, macros, renamed displays, and manufacturer setups.
Adjusts volume levels for effect speakers (Center, Rear, Front Effect, Subwoofer).
Guides setting and cancelling the sleep timer to automatically turn off the unit.
Explains setting up a multi-room system and requirements for analog signals.
Lists required equipment for multi-room functions (receiver, emitter, amp, monitor).
Notes on limitations when sending DTS signals to Zone 2, recommending analog audio.
Guides selecting input sources and controlling components in Zone 2 mode.
Introduces DSP concepts like sound fields, early reflections, and reverberation.
Lists and describes Hi-Fi DSP sound field programs by group (Concert Hall, Church, etc.).
Introduces CINEMA-DSP sound design and movie theater programs.
Lists and describes CINEMA-DSP sound field programs by group (Concert Video, TV Theater, etc.).
Explains how to change parameter settings and reset them to factory values.
Provides detailed explanations of various DSP parameters (EFCT TRIM, DELAY, ROOM SIZE, etc.).
Defines sound fields and how Yamaha captures acoustic data from venues.
Explains how DSP uses four effect speakers to recreate virtual sound sources.
Describes sound fields distinguished by reflected sound structure.
Explains programs with early reflections and digital reverberation, ideal for churches.
Visual representation of virtual sound sources and echo patterns in DSP programs.
Describes programs in Concert Hall, Church, Jazz Club, Rock Concert, and Entertainment groups.
Explains how CINEMA-DSP enhances movie soundtracks with integrated technologies.
Illustrates sound field distribution for stereo and Dolby Digital/DTS inputs.
Describes Movie Theater programs, their sound design, and use with 70 mm film soundtracks.
Explains programs creating immense sound fields and surround effects.
Describes processing for Dolby Digital signals to reproduce theater sound fields.
Explains programs providing surround effects with an extra Rear Center DSP channel.
Table showing program names for Stereo, Dolby Digital, DTS, and DTS ES inputs.
Notes that groups 7-9 are for audio-video sources.
Notes that groups 10-12 are for movie sources with Dolby/DTS.
Describes Pop/Rock and DJ sound fields for Concert Video 1.
Describes Classical/Opera and Pavilion sound fields for Concert Video 2.
Describes Mono Movie and Variety/Sports sound fields for TV Theater.
Describes Spectacle and Sci-Fi sound fields for Movie Theater 1.
Describes Adventure and General sound fields for Movie Theater 2.
Describes Normal/Matrix 6.1/ES and Enhanced/6.1/ES sound fields.
Guides changing parameter settings and resetting them to factory values.
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting parameters using the remote and monitor.
Explains how to reset individual parameters or all parameters in a group.
Details parameters like EFCT TRIM, INIT. DLY, P. INIT. DLY, RC. INIT. DLY, S. INIT. DLY.
Adjusts delay between direct sound and first reflection in surround field.
Adjusts apparent size of the surround sound field by controlling reflection times.
Adjusts apparent size of the rear center sound field.
Adjusts apparent size of the surround sound field.
Adjusts reflectivity of virtual walls by changing early reflection decay rate.
Adjusts apparent reflectivity of virtual walls in the surround sound field.
Adjusts apparent reflectivity of the virtual wall in the rear center sound field.
Adjusts time for dense reverberation sound to decay.
Adjusts time difference between direct sound and reverberation start.
Adjusts the volume of the reverberation sound.
Provides solutions for problems like no sound, no picture, hum, and unit not turning on.
A chart detailing available input and output jacks for various signals.
Shows frequency response curves for CINEMA EQ HIGH and PEQ settings.
Lists detailed technical specifications for audio, video, power, and general aspects.
Solutions for unit not turning on, hum, no sound/picture, and volume issues.
Solutions for remote control not working, not learning, or intermittent functions.
Detailed chart of signal types (Analog, Digital, Composite, etc.) for each jack.
Visualizations of HIGH and PEQ frequency response curves and gain settings.
Lists output power, input sensitivity, impedance, tone controls, and channel separation.
Details video signal levels, power supply, consumption, dimensions, and accessories.
