Yamaha RX-V495RDS User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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John CabreraAug 21, 2025
What to do if my Yamaha RX-V495RDS Receiver has no sound or picture?
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  Diana GarzaAug 21, 2025
  First, ensure that all output cords are correctly connected; a loose or incorrect connection can cause this issue. If the problem continues, the cords themselves may be defective. Also, verify that you've selected the appropriate program source using the INPUT setting. Finally, check that the SPEAKERS setting is correctly configured for the speakers you are using and that all speaker connections are secure.
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Gary WatsonAug 22, 2025
Why does my Yamaha RX-V495RDS Receiver fail to turn on?
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  Karen RobertsAug 22, 2025
  This issue may occur if the power cord isn't fully plugged into the outlet. Ensure the power cord is firmly connected. Also, check the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel; make sure it is fully set at either the upper or lower end.
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Valerie RamosAug 25, 2025
Why does the sound suddenly go off on my Yamaha RX-V495RDS Receiver?
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  Rhonda BennettAug 25, 2025
  The sound may suddenly cut off on your Yamaha Receiver because the protection circuit has been activated due to a short circuit. To fix this, set the unit to standby mode and then switch it back on to reset the protection circuit. Alternatively, the SLEEP timer may have activated; if so, cancel the SLEEP timer.
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Keith HughesAug 26, 2025
Why Yamaha Receiver remote control transmitter does not work?
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  Jonathan JacksonAug 26, 2025
  If the remote control isn't working, check if direct sunlight or lighting is interfering with the remote control sensor on the unit and change the position of the unit. Also, ensure that the manufacturer’s code has been set properly, and if not, set the code again. If controlling another component, verify that the proper manufacturer’s code for that component has been set; try entering another code for the same manufacturer. Finally, make sure the component to be controlled has been selected by pressing the corresponding component selector.
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Cassandra BradshawAug 28, 2025
What to do if my Yamaha Receiver does not work normally?
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  Sandra BishopAug 28, 2025
  If your Yamaha Receiver isn't functioning correctly, it could be due to the internal microcomputer freezing from an external electric shock or a low voltage power supply. To resolve this, set the unit to standby mode, disconnect the AC power cord from the outlet, wait about 30 seconds, then reconnect the power cord and try operating the unit again.
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Colleen AveryAug 29, 2025
How to fix a Yamaha RX-V495RDS Receiver when only one side speaker outputs sound?
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  Christian MasseyAug 29, 2025
  If sound is only coming from one speaker, the BALANCE might be incorrectly set. Adjust it to the correct position. Also, check the cord connections to ensure they are properly connected. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective.
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Michael LunaAug 31, 2025
Why is the volume level low when playing a record on my Yamaha RX-V495RDS?
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  Ruben GonzalezAug 31, 2025
  If you're experiencing low volume when playing a record, it might be because you're using a turntable with an MC cartridge. In this case, the turntable should be connected to the unit through an MC head amplifier.
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Megan HaynesSep 2, 2025
Why is there no sound from the effect speakers on my Yamaha RX-V495RDS?
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  Tiffany RileySep 2, 2025
  If you're not getting any sound from the effect speakers, first ensure that the sound effect is turned on by pressing the EFFECT button. Also, if you are using a Dolby Surround decoding program with material not encoded with Dolby Surround, try using a different sound field program.
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James BlakeSep 4, 2025
Why is there no sound from the rear speakers on my Yamaha RX-V495RDS?
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  Christopher WilliamsSep 4, 2025
  If there's no sound coming from the rear speakers, check if the sound output level of the rear speakers is set to minimum and raise it. Also, if you're playing a monaural sound source in the DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED program, select another sound field program suitable for the monaural sound source.
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john83Sep 5, 2025
Why is there no sound from the center speaker on my Yamaha RX-V495RDS?
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  Joseph LongSep 5, 2025
  If you're not hearing sound from the center speaker, it could be due to several reasons. First, the input signals of the source encoded with Dolby Digital might not have center channel signals. Also, verify that the sound output level of the center speaker is not set to minimum and raise it if necessary. Check that the function “CNTR” in the SET MENU is set to either the LARGE or SMALL position, not NONE. Finally, make sure you've selected the appropriate sound field program.

Yamaha RX-V495RDS Specifications

General

Type	Receiver
Channels	5.1
Surround Sound Formats	Dolby Digital, DTS
Frequency Response	10 Hz - 100 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.06%
Input Sensitivity	200 mV
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB
Tuner	FM/AM
Video Outputs	1
Input Sensitivity/Impedance	200 mV / 47 kΩ
Input Impedance	47 kΩ
Digital Audio Inputs	1 x coaxial, 1 x optical
Dimensions (W x H x D)	435 x 151 x 390 mm
Video Inputs	3
Audio Inputs/Outputs	5 inputs, 2 outputs

Summary

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT

Special Instructions for U.K. Model

Specific electrical safety and wiring instructions for UK models.

FEATURES OF SOUND EFFECTS

Introduction

Welcome to digital home entertainment and advanced AV features.

Digital Sound Field Processing

Recreating the acoustic environment of live performances for an immersive sound experience.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Using discrete channels and speakers for realistic, dynamic surround sound effects.

Dolby Digital

New generation multi-channel digital audio technology for a new sound experience.

CINEMA DSP: Dolby Surround + DSP

Combines Dolby Surround with Yamaha DSP for theater-like sound.

Dolby Pro Logic + 2 Digital Sound Fields

Enhances Dolby Pro Logic with digital sound fields for room ambience.

Dolby Digital + 3 Digital Sound Fields

Integrates Dolby Digital with three digital sound fields for optimal home theater.

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

Description and function of controls located on the front panel of the unit.

DISPLAY PANEL

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

SPEAKER SETUP

SPEAKERS TO BE USED

Guidance on selecting main, rear, and center speakers for optimal sound.

SPEAKER CONFIGURATION

Details on 5-speaker and 4-speaker configurations and their setup.

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS

Instructions for connecting various audio and video components to the unit.

CONNECTING TO VIDEO AUX TERMINALS (ON THE FRONT PANEL)

How to connect camcorders or other video sources to the front panel.

CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL DECODER

Connecting external decoders with 6-channel discrete outputs to the unit.

CONNECTING TO DIGITAL (COAXIAL AND/OR OPTICAL) TERMINALS

Connecting digital audio sources via coaxial or optical terminals.

How to connect

Connecting to the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals

Step-by-step guide for connecting main speaker wires to the terminals.

Connecting to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS terminals

Guide for connecting rear and center speaker wires to their respective terminals.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR SWITCH

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT

SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES

Setting speaker output distribution modes (CNTR, REAR, MAIN, BASS, M.LVL).

CNTR (CENTER SPEAKER)

Setting the center speaker mode to LARGE, SMALL, or NONE.

REAR (REAR SPEAKERS)

Setting the rear speaker mode to LARGE or SMALL for bass reproduction.

MAIN (MAIN SPEAKERS)

Setting the main speaker mode to LARGE or SMALL based on bass reproduction ability.

BASS (LFE/BASS OUT)

Selecting how LFE and bass signals are output (SW, MAIN, or BOTH).

M.LVL (MAIN LEVEL)

Adjusting the main speaker output level attenuation.

ADJUSTING METHOD

SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

TO PLAY A SOURCE

BASIC OPERATIONS

Step-by-step guide for turning on, selecting source, and playing audio/video.

Notes on using INPUT

Important notes and behaviors when using the INPUT selector.

Switching the input mode (for DVD/LD and TV/DBS)

How to switch input modes (AUTO, ANALOG) for DVD/LD and TV/DBS sources.

TO RECORD A SOURCE ON TAPE OR MD

TUNING OPERATIONS

AUTOMATIC TUNING

How to automatically search for and tune to radio stations.

MANUAL TUNING

How to manually tune to radio stations by frequency.

MANUAL PRESET TUNING

To recall a preset station

AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING (for RDS stations only)

EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS

RECEIVING RDS STATIONS

DESCRIPTION OF RDS DATA

Explanation of RDS data types like PS, PTY, RT, CT, and EON.

CHANGING THE RDS MODE

PTY SEEK

PROGRAM TYPES IN THE PTY MODE

EON FUNCTION

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

USING THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS

Descriptions and features of various DSP sound field programs available on the unit.

PLAYING AN AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE WITH THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) EFFECT

ADJUSTING THE DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS

ADJUSTMENTS IN THE “SET MENU” MODE

CNTR (CENTER SPEAKER)

Adjusting the center speaker output level and delay time.

REAR (REAR SPEAKERS)

Adjusting the rear speaker output level and delay time.

MAIN (MAIN SPEAKERS)

Adjusting the main speaker output level and delay time.

BASS (LFE/BASS OUT)

Selecting how LFE and bass signals are output (SW, MAIN, or BOTH).

M.LVL (MAIN LEVEL)

Adjusting the main speaker output level attenuation.

LFE (LFE LEVEL)

Adjusting the output level of the LFE (low frequency effect) channel.

D.RNG (DYNAMIC RANGE)

Adjusting the dynamic range of Dolby Digital sources (MAX, STD, MIN).

C.DELAY (CENTER DELAY)

Adjusting the delay time for center channel sounds (dialog, etc.).

GUARD (MEMORY GUARD)

Enabling protection to prevent accidental changes to settings.

INPUT (INPUT MODE)

Selecting the initial input mode for TV/DBS sources.

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

Components which can be controlled

List of components controllable by the remote and their respective modes.

CD MODE

DVD/LD MODE

DVD MENU MODE

VCR MODE

TV MODE

CBL/DBS MODE

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

Battery installation

Instructions for installing batteries in the remote control transmitter.

Battery replacement

Guidance on replacing batteries and maintaining remote functionality.

SETUP CODES

To control your components

Procedures for presetting manufacturer codes for various components.

To use a second (and third) VCR

Instructions for controlling multiple VCRs using alternative modes.

Returning to the factory-set codes

How to reset remote control codes to factory defaults.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

LIST OF MANUFACTURER'S CODES

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Yamaha RX-V495RDS User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Yamaha RX-V495RDS Specifications

Summary

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT

Special Instructions for U.K. Model

FEATURES OF SOUND EFFECTS

Introduction

Digital Sound Field Processing

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Dolby Digital

CINEMA DSP: Dolby Surround + DSP

Dolby Pro Logic + 2 Digital Sound Fields

Dolby Digital + 3 Digital Sound Fields

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

DISPLAY PANEL

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

SPEAKER SETUP

SPEAKERS TO BE USED

SPEAKER CONFIGURATION

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS

CONNECTING TO VIDEO AUX TERMINALS (ON THE FRONT PANEL)

CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL DECODER

CONNECTING TO DIGITAL (COAXIAL AND/OR OPTICAL) TERMINALS

How to connect

Connecting to the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals

Connecting to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS terminals

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR SWITCH

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT

SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES

CNTR (CENTER SPEAKER)

REAR (REAR SPEAKERS)

MAIN (MAIN SPEAKERS)

BASS (LFE/BASS OUT)

M.LVL (MAIN LEVEL)

ADJUSTING METHOD

SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

TO PLAY A SOURCE

BASIC OPERATIONS

Notes on using INPUT

Switching the input mode (for DVD/LD and TV/DBS)

TO RECORD A SOURCE ON TAPE OR MD

TUNING OPERATIONS

AUTOMATIC TUNING

MANUAL TUNING

MANUAL PRESET TUNING

To recall a preset station

AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING (for RDS stations only)

EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS

RECEIVING RDS STATIONS

DESCRIPTION OF RDS DATA

CHANGING THE RDS MODE

PTY SEEK

PROGRAM TYPES IN THE PTY MODE

EON FUNCTION

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

USING THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS

PLAYING AN AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE WITH THE DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) EFFECT

ADJUSTING THE DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS

ADJUSTMENTS IN THE “SET MENU” MODE

CNTR (CENTER SPEAKER)

REAR (REAR SPEAKERS)

MAIN (MAIN SPEAKERS)

BASS (LFE/BASS OUT)

M.LVL (MAIN LEVEL)

LFE (LFE LEVEL)

D.RNG (DYNAMIC RANGE)

C.DELAY (CENTER DELAY)

GUARD (MEMORY GUARD)

INPUT (INPUT MODE)

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

Components which can be controlled

CD MODE

DVD/LD MODE