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General| Type | AV Receiver |
|---|---|
| Channels | 7 |
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz - 100 kHz |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 100 dB |
| HDMI inputs | 3 |
| Component video inputs | 3 |
| Digital audio inputs (optical) | 3 |
| Digital audio inputs (coaxial) | 3 |
| HDMI outputs | 1 |
| Component video outputs | 1 |
| Weight | 11.2 kg |
| Input Sensitivity | 200 mV |
| THD | 0.06% |
| Inputs | HDMI, Component, Digital Audio |
| Outputs | HDMI, Component Video |
| Surround Sound Decoders | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6 |
| Video Upconversion | Yes |
Specific warning about preventing exposure to rain or moisture to reduce fire or electric shock risks.
Details the amplifier's power output specifications for different speaker configurations.
Highlights the unit's SCENE function for preset and custom situation settings.
Describes the availability of various sound field programs for enhanced audio.
Lists the supported digital audio decoders like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD.
Details HDMI interface capabilities for video and audio transmission.
Explains the DOCK terminal for connecting iPod or Bluetooth adapters.
Lists additional features like YPAO, D/A converter, and OSD menus.
Confirms the inclusion of the remote control.
Confirms the inclusion of four AAA batteries.
Confirms the inclusion of the optimizer microphone for YPAO setup.
Provides information on manual symbols, operation methods, and design/specification changes.
Step-by-step guide for installing batteries in the remote control.
Lists essential items required for setting up the home theater system.
Instructions for physically setting up the speakers in the room.
Guide for connecting audio and video components to the unit.
Instructions for activating the SCENE 1 preset for DVD playback.
Diagram and labels for all connection jacks on the rear panel.
Recommendations for optimal speaker placement for various channel configurations.
Describes the recommended layout for a 7.1-channel speaker system.
Guidance on positioning front left and right speakers for optimal sound.
Guidance on positioning the center speaker for dialogue clarity.
Guidance on positioning surround left and right speakers for effect sounds.
Guidance on positioning surround back speakers for enhanced sound field.
Guidance on positioning subwoofer(s) for optimal bass reproduction.
Describes the recommended layout for a 6.1-channel speaker system.
Describes the recommended layout for a 5.1-channel speaker system.
Instructions for connecting a single surround back speaker.
Guidance on using speaker combinations other than standard configurations.
Instructions on connecting and using presence speakers for enhanced effects.
Detailed steps for connecting speaker cables to terminals.
Instructions for setting up bi-amplification for speakers.
Illustrates speaker connections for 7.1-channel systems.
Lists audio and video signal formats compatible with HDMI.
Information on HDMI jacks, cables, and recommended usage.
Diagrams showing how audio and video signals are processed.
Illustrates the path of audio signals through the unit.
Illustrates the path of video signals through the unit.
Enables or disables HDMI up-scaling for analog video signals.
Selects the aspect ratio for analog video signals output via HDMI.
Instructions for connecting TVs or projectors to the unit's output jacks.
General guidance for connecting various external audio/video components.
Specific instructions for connecting a DVD player.
Instructions for connecting DVD recorders, PVRs, or VCRs.
Instructions for connecting satellite receivers, cable, or HDTV decoders.
Guidance for connecting analog and digital audio sources.
Instructions for connecting iPod docks and Bluetooth adapters.
Instructions for connecting external amplifiers to the PRE OUT jacks.
Instructions on connecting the unit's power cable.
Information about the switched AC outlet for powering other components.
Guide to setting speaker impedance to match the connected speakers.
Instructions for powering the unit on.
Instructions for putting the unit into standby mode.
Explanation of indicators and information shown on the front panel display.
Explains Virtual CINEMA DSP for enjoying surround effects without physical surround speakers.
Describes SILENT CINEMA for enjoying multi-channel audio via headphones.
Explains the Straight mode for direct audio output without DSP processing.
Guide to using the YPAO AUTO SETUP for automatic speaker adjustment.
Pre-setup checks required before running the AUTO SETUP procedure.
Instruction to connect the optimizer microphone for YPAO setup.
Guidance on optimal placement of the optimizer microphone for accurate measurements.
Setting the function for speakers connected to EXTRA SP terminals.
Selecting the SETUP option to initiate or manage the AUTO SETUP process.
Viewing detailed results of the speaker setup procedure.
Navigating through different categories of setup results.
Returning to the main results screen after viewing details.
Confirming or canceling the AUTO SETUP results.
Finalizing the choice to set or cancel the AUTO SETUP results.
Troubleshooting steps for errors encountered during AUTO SETUP.
Guidance for addressing warnings detected during AUTO SETUP.
Assigning SCENE templates to the SCENE buttons on the unit and remote.
Instructions for creating custom SCENE templates.
How to change the names of SCENE templates.
Flowchart to help select the appropriate SCENE template based on source and component.
Detailed descriptions of the default SCENE templates and their features.
Operating connected components using the remote control in SCENE mode.
Configuring the remote control for customized SCENE template input sources.
General steps for playing back audio and video sources.
Selecting a component connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks as the source.
Turning the front speaker systems (FRONT A and/or FRONT B) on or off.
Using speakers connected to EXTRA SP terminals in another room (Zone B).
Switching between input jacks when multiple are assigned to one source.
Showing operating information on a connected video monitor.
Instructions for connecting and using headphones.
How to mute and unmute the audio output.
Combining video from one source with audio from another.
Shows audio and video information of the current input signal.
Automatically sets the unit to standby mode after a specified time.
Instructions on how to turn off the sleep timer.
How to select and use sound field programs.
Detailed explanations of various sound field programs available.
Specific recommendations for using sound field programs with music sources.
Descriptions of classical sound field programs like Hall in Munich and Vienna.
Descriptions of LIVE/CLUB sound field programs.
Describes sound field parameters and effects for different sources.
Descriptions of ENTERTAINMENT sound field programs like Sports and Action Game.
Specific recommendations for using sound field programs with movie sources.
Descriptions of MOVIE sound field programs like Standard and Spectacle.
STEREO sound field programs like 2ch Stereo and 7ch Stereo.
Feature to enhance compressed audio by regenerating missing harmonics.
Surround decode modes for playback of sources with selected decoders.
Enjoying surround effects using virtual speakers without physical surround speakers.
Enjoying multi-channel audio and sound fields via headphones.
Using the Straight mode for direct audio output without DSP processing.
Manually adjusting the output level of each speaker.
Using Pure Direct mode for high-fidelity playback.
Adjusting bass and treble balance for front speakers.
Overview of controlling an iPod connected via a universal dock.
Using the remote control for basic iPod operations.
Operating iPod functions without the OSD using simple remote mode.
Performing advanced iPod operations using the OSD and remote control.
Setting the unit to play songs or albums in random order.
Setting the unit to repeat one song or a sequence of songs.
Explanation of the information displayed during iPod playback.
Instructions for pairing Bluetooth adapter and components.
Using the SET MENU for the pairing operation.
A faster method for pairing Bluetooth components.
Steps to start playback from a connected Bluetooth component.
Customizing parameters for sound field programs.
Adjusting basic parameters like DSP LEVEL and DIALG.LIFT.
Adjusting the level of effect sounds added by sound field programs.
Adjusting the vertical position of dialogue in movies.
Details on advanced parameters like Initial Delay and Room Size.
Adjusts the apparent size of the surround sound field.
Adjusts the reflectivity of virtual walls for sound field liveness.
Adjusts reverberation time to change acoustic environment size.
Adjusts time difference between direct and reverberation sound.
Adjusts the volume of the reverberation sound.
Selecting decoders for MOVIE sound field programs.
Playing 2-channel sources on multi-channels using selected decoders.
Descriptions of various decoders like Pro Logic and Neo:6.
Descriptions of parameters for decoders like PANORAMA and DIMENSION.
Feature for automatic speaker and system parameter adjustment.
Manually adjusting speaker and system parameters.
Manual adjustment of basic speaker settings like SPEAKER SET.
Menu for manually adjusting various volume settings.
Menu for adjusting audio parameters like Equalizer and LIPSYNC.
Menu for adjusting parameters of each input source.
Menu for adjusting optional system parameters like display and video settings.
Adjusting front panel display brightness and OSD position.
Settings for video conversion, HDMI resolution, and aspect ratio.
Prevents accidental changes to sound field and system settings.
Selects default audio input, decoders, and surround settings on power-on.
Selects the component to play back HDMI audio signals.
Accessing and adjusting parameters via the SET MENU.
Manually adjusts basic speaker settings like EXTRA SP ASSIGN and LFE/BASS OUT.
Manually balances speaker levels between front and surround speakers.
Manually adjusts speaker distance and delay for channel alignment.
Turns test tone output on/off for speaker settings.
Sets the size of the front speakers (LARGE or SMALL).
Sets the size of the center speaker (LARGE, SMALL, or NONE).
Sets the size of surround speakers (LARGE, SMALL, or NONE).
Sets the size/number of surround back speakers (LRGx1, SMLx1, NONE).
Selects crossover frequency for speakers set to SML/SMALL.
Switches subwoofer phase to improve bass response.
Adjusts dynamic range in conjunction with volume level.
Adjusts DSP effect level automatically with volume level.
Adjusts how much the mute function reduces output volume.
Sets the maximum volume level to prevent unexpected loud sounds.
Sets the volume level when the unit is turned on.
Selects parametric or graphic equalizer.
Selects the amount of dynamic range compression for speakers or headphones.
Adjusts audio and video synchronization (lip sync).
Enables 6.1/7.1-channel playback using surround back speakers.
Adjusts output level of LFE channel for subwoofer/headphones.
Selects dynamic range compression amount for speakers/headphones.
Menu for adjusting parameters of each input source.
Changes the name of the input source displayed.
Adjusts the signal level for each input jack.
Switches decoder activation mode for digital audio signals.
Selects if iPod battery charges when unit is in standby mode.
Initiates the pairing process for Bluetooth adapter and component.
Selects video source for background playback with MULTI CH INPUT.
Selects the number of input channels from an external decoder.
Assigns analog audio jacks for front channels when using 8CH input.
Prevents accidental changes to sound field and system settings.
Sets default audio input, decoders, and surround settings on power-on.
Activates/deactivates HDMI up-scaling for analog video signals.
Selects aspect ratio for analog video signals output via HDMI.
Setting the operation mode selector to AMP to control the unit.
Setting the operation mode selector to TV to control the TV.
Controlling other components using the remote control's input selector buttons.
Selecting a component independently of the input source.
Programming remote control functions for components not covered by default codes.
Setting appropriate remote control codes for various components.
Using the learn feature to program functions from other remote controls.
Customizing the names of input sources displayed on the remote control.
Enables performing a series of operations with a single button press.
Steps for programming and executing macro operations.
Lists the default macro functions assigned to buttons.
Clears learned functions, macros, and renamed control areas.
Clears learned functions for specific control areas or all functions.
Clears a learned function for a specific button.
Clears the function programmed for a specific macro button.
Accessing and using the advanced setup menu.
Sets speaker impedance to match the unit's speakers.
Sets the AMP ID for remote control recognition.
Setting the remote control AMP ID code for the remote control.
Activates or deactivates the bi-amplifier function.
Outputs remote control signals automatically in SCENE mode.
Activates/deactivates monitor check for HDMI resolutions.
Resets unit parameters to initial factory settings.
Troubleshooting for general problems like unit not turning on or no sound.
Troubleshooting specific to HDMI connections and signals.
Troubleshooting issues with the remote control not working or learning functions.
Troubleshooting common iPod connection and playback issues.
Troubleshooting Bluetooth pairing, connection, and playback issues.
Troubleshooting error messages that occur before or during AUTO SETUP.
Troubleshooting warning messages that occur after AUTO SETUP.
Definition of lip sync, a technical term for audio-video signal synchronization.
Definition of bi-amplification connection using two amplifiers per speaker.
Explanation of component video signal separation (Y, PB, PR).
Explanation of composite video signal, combining color, brightness, and sync data.
Refers to increased color depth in displays for more vivid images.
Description of Dolby Digital surround sound system.
Explanation of Dolby Digital EX for 6-channel playback from 5.1 sources.
Description of Dolby Digital Plus, advanced audio for HD media.
Explanation of Dolby Pro Logic II for enhanced multi-channel playback.
Explanation of Dolby Pro Logic IIx for discrete multi-channel playback.
Advanced audio technology for Blu-ray/HD DVD, optimized for streaming.
High-resolution lossless audio technology for HD media.
Advanced lossless audio technology for HD media, identical to studio master.
Industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface.
Reproduces low-frequency signals, counted as 0.1 for its range.
Decodes 2-channel sources for 6-channel playback.
Signal format for digitizing, recording, and transmitting analog audio.
Explains sampling rate and bit depth in audio digitization.
Video signal separated into luminance (Y) and chrominance (C) signals.
Color space standard supporting extended color expression.
Explains how room reflections create a sound field.
Yamaha's DSP technology for an audiovisual movie theater experience.
DSP algorithm for realistic sound effects on headphones.
Enables DSP surround effects using virtual speakers.
Enhances compressed audio by regenerating missing harmonics.
Technical specifications for the audio output and input sections.
Technical specifications for video input and output.
General specifications including power supply, consumption, and dimensions.
Lists the conditions that must be met for warranty service.
