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... touch (SCENE 44 Configuring scene assignments 44 Selecting the sound mode 45 Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D 46 Enjoying surround sound with headphones (SILENT CINEMA 46 Enjoying unprocessed playback 49 Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct 50 Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer 50 Listening to FM/AM radio...
... touch (SCENE 44 Configuring scene assignments 44 Selecting the sound mode 45 Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D 46 Enjoying surround sound with headphones (SILENT CINEMA 46 Enjoying unprocessed playback 49 Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct 50 Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer 50 Listening to FM/AM radio...
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...CONFIGURATIONS 78 Configuring input sources (Input menu 78 Input menu items 78 Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu 80 Scene menu items 81 Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu 82 Sound Program menu items 83 Configuring various functions (Setup menu 85 Setup menu items 86 Speaker (Manual Setup 88... Sound 91 Video 92 HDMI 93 Network 95 Multi Zone 96 Function 97 ECO 99 Language 100 Viewing information about the unit (Information menu 100...
...CONFIGURATIONS 78 Configuring input sources (Input menu 78 Input menu items 78 Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu 80 Scene menu items 81 Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu 82 Sound Program menu items 83 Configuring various functions (Setup menu 85 Setup menu items 86 Speaker (Manual Setup 88... Sound 91 Video 92 HDMI 93 Network 95 Multi Zone 96 Function 97 ECO 99 Language 100 Viewing information about the unit (Information menu 100...
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... (SCENE) . p.60 . FEATURES What you can do with the unit En 6 Allows you to enjoy your room (YPAO) • Reproducing stereo or multichannel . p.50 enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) • Playing back music in various styles. • Automatically optimizing the speaker . p.35 settings to 7.1-channel (plus presence) speaker system. p.70 (multi...
... (SCENE) . p.60 . FEATURES What you can do with the unit En 6 Allows you to enjoy your room (YPAO) • Reproducing stereo or multichannel . p.50 enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) • Playing back music in various styles. • Automatically optimizing the speaker . p.35 settings to 7.1-channel (plus presence) speaker system. p.70 (multi...
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...(p.51) The unit is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry, which lets you to enjoy Hi-Fi sound quality. ❑ Easy operation with a built-in FM/AM tuner. Video and audio are available that it matches the output jack(s) of...easily configure the settings using the application for details. ❑ Creating 3-dimensional sound fields (p.46) Connecting presence speakers allows you to select the output destination of your own room (CINEMA DSP 3D). Visit the Yamaha website for smartphone/tablet "AV CONTROLLER", you to change the combination of video...
...(p.51) The unit is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry, which lets you to enjoy Hi-Fi sound quality. ❑ Easy operation with a built-in FM/AM tuner. Video and audio are available that it matches the output jack(s) of...easily configure the settings using the application for details. ❑ Creating 3-dimensional sound fields (p.46) Connecting presence speakers allows you to select the output destination of your own room (CINEMA DSP 3D). Visit the Yamaha website for smartphone/tablet "AV CONTROLLER", you to change the combination of video...
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...6 MEMORY key Registers FM/AM radio stations as preset stations (p.52). 7 PRESET keys Select a preset FM/AM radio station (p.52). H PROGRAM keys Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.45). K VIDEO AUX (HDMI/MHL IN) jack For connecting a device, such as the input source (p.56). B PURE DIRECT ...60) or an iPod (p.56). C D E FG H 1 MAIN ZONE z key Turns on the unit when it . D SCENE keys Select the registered input source, sound program, and various settings with one touch. M VOLUME knob Adjusts the volume. I JK L M 8 FM and AM keys Switch between FM and AM (p.51). 9 Front...
...6 MEMORY key Registers FM/AM radio stations as preset stations (p.52). 7 PRESET keys Select a preset FM/AM radio station (p.52). H PROGRAM keys Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.45). K VIDEO AUX (HDMI/MHL IN) jack For connecting a device, such as the input source (p.56). B PURE DIRECT ...60) or an iPod (p.56). C D E FG H 1 MAIN ZONE z key Turns on the unit when it . D SCENE keys Select the registered input source, sound program, and various settings with one touch. M VOLUME knob Adjusts the volume. I JK L M 8 FM and AM keys Switch between FM and AM (p.51). 9 Front...
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... the sleep timer is on. 8 ZONE2 Lights up when Adaptive DRC (p.76) is working . B Information display Displays the current status (such as input name and sound mode name). CINEMA DSP n Lights up when CINEMA DSP 3D (p.46) is working. 3 ENHANCER Lights up when Compressed Music Enhancer (p.50) is working. 4 ADAPTIVE DRC...
... the sleep timer is on. 8 ZONE2 Lights up when Adaptive DRC (p.76) is working . B Information display Displays the current status (such as input name and sound mode name). CINEMA DSP n Lights up when CINEMA DSP 3D (p.46) is working. 3 ENHANCER Lights up when Compressed Music Enhancer (p.50) is working. 4 ADAPTIVE DRC...
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...This key lights up in green after pressed. RETURN Returns to operate external devices (p.106). PRESET Select a preset station. B Sound mode keys Select a sound mode (p.45). D SLEEP key Switches the unit to be controlled without switching the input source. G HDMI OUT key Selects ...J K L M (U.S.A. K OPTION key Displays the option menu (p.75). This key lights up in standby mode (p.44). 6 PROGRAM keys Select a sound program (p.45). 7 External device operation keys Select menus for external devices when an input source other than "TUNER" is selected as presets (p.52). RECEIVER ...
...This key lights up in green after pressed. RETURN Returns to operate external devices (p.106). PRESET Select a preset station. B Sound mode keys Select a sound mode (p.45). D SLEEP key Switches the unit to be controlled without switching the input source. G HDMI OUT key Selects ...J K L M (U.S.A. K OPTION key Displays the option menu (p.75). This key lights up in standby mode (p.44). 6 PROGRAM keys Select a sound program (p.45). 7 External device operation keys Select menus for external devices when an input source other than "TUNER" is selected as presets (p.52). RECEIVER ...
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...to the unit. In this case, you are connected. 6 Produce surround back left/right channel sounds. 7 8 Produces sounds mixed from surround back left channel sounds. Function 1 Produce front right/left sounds, use them as "0.1". This channel is configured for the number of other channels. Speaker system... speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the unit's speaker impedance to the unit output the same sounds. Surround speakers also produce surround back channel 5 sounds when no surround back speakers are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in your room...
...to the unit. In this case, you are connected. 6 Produce surround back left/right channel sounds. 7 8 Produces sounds mixed from surround back left channel sounds. Function 1 Produce front right/left sounds, use them as "0.1". This channel is configured for the number of other channels. Speaker system... speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the unit's speaker impedance to the unit output the same sounds. Surround speakers also produce surround back channel 5 sounds when no surround back speakers are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in your room...
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... placement 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.1+2-channel system Q 1 2 W 9 3 9 4 6 5 7 7.1-channel system (using the surround back speakers. 6.1-channel system 1 2 9 3 4 8 5 This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 5.1-channel contents. PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 14 The unit automatically changes the speakers to be used, depending on...
... placement 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.1+2-channel system Q 1 2 W 9 3 9 4 6 5 7 7.1-channel system (using the surround back speakers. 6.1-channel system 1 2 9 3 4 8 5 This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 5.1-channel contents. PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 14 The unit automatically changes the speakers to be used, depending on...
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... 2 9 3 4 5 4.1-channel system 1 9 4 2 5 This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 5.1-channel contents. 2.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system Q 1 2 W 9 3 1 9 2 This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce... front speakers to allow you to enjoy multi-channel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA DSP). • Add the center speaker to enjoy multi-channel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA DSP). Even when no surround speakers are...
... 2 9 3 4 5 4.1-channel system 1 9 4 2 5 This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 5.1-channel contents. 2.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system Q 1 2 W 9 3 1 9 2 This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce... front speakers to allow you to enjoy multi-channel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA DSP). • Add the center speaker to enjoy multi-channel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA DSP). Even when no surround speakers are...
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Input/output jacks and cables ■ Video/audio jacks ❑ HDMI jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. We recommend using the cable. MHL cable TOR OUT ❑ VIDEO jacks Transmit analog video signals. Video pin cable ■ Audio ... digital audio signals. When connecting an HDMI-compatible playback device to enjoy 3D or 4K videos. ❑ HDMI/MHL jack Transmits digital video and digital sound. PREPARATIONS ➤ Input/output jacks and cables En 20 Component video cable • Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with three plugs. Remove the tip...
Input/output jacks and cables ■ Video/audio jacks ❑ HDMI jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. We recommend using the cable. MHL cable TOR OUT ❑ VIDEO jacks Transmit analog video signals. Video pin cable ■ Audio ... digital audio signals. When connecting an HDMI-compatible playback device to enjoy 3D or 4K videos. ❑ HDMI/MHL jack Transmits digital video and digital sound. PREPARATIONS ➤ Input/output jacks and cables En 20 Component video cable • Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with three plugs. Remove the tip...
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...that does not have the volume control bypass, do not connect speakers to the AV OUT jacks. BACK jacks Output surround back channel sounds. These jacks output analog video/audio signals selected as from an audio device, connect the audio device to the AV 5-6 jacks or...AC IN 12345 1 FRONT jacks Output front channel sounds. 2 SURROUND jacks Output surround channel sounds. 3 SUR. Remove the power cable of loud noises or abnormal sounds, make sure the followings before connecting them . 5 CENTER jack Outputs center channel sounds. Connecting recording devices You can connect video/audio ...
...that does not have the volume control bypass, do not connect speakers to the AV OUT jacks. BACK jacks Output surround back channel sounds. These jacks output analog video/audio signals selected as from an audio device, connect the audio device to the AV 5-6 jacks or...AC IN 12345 1 FRONT jacks Output front channel sounds. 2 SURROUND jacks Output surround channel sounds. 3 SUR. Remove the power cable of loud noises or abnormal sounds, make sure the followings before connecting them . 5 CENTER jack Outputs center channel sounds. Connecting recording devices You can connect video/audio ...
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... 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET 10 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker ...connect headphones. 1 Press RECEIVER z to turn on the unit. 2 Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to create natural sound fields like a room specifically designed for acoustic perfection. 4 Place the YPAO microphone at high volume. Also, refrain from the unit (...
... 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET 10 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker ...connect headphones. 1 Press RECEIVER z to turn on the unit. 2 Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to create natural sound fields like a room specifically designed for acoustic perfection. 4 Place the YPAO microphone at high volume. Also, refrain from the unit (...
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.... a Use the cursor keys to select a setting and then press ENTER. The speaker settings will be optimized to enjoy surround sound in the room. Single measure Multi measure (5 listening positions) PROGRAM MUTE VOLUME TOP MENU ON SCREEN POP-UP/MENU OPTION ENTER ...position. When "Multi Position" is set to "Yes": "Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure)" (p.38) When "Multi Position" is set to enjoy surround sound. DECODE STRAIGHT MUSIC SLEEP ENHANCER PURE DIRECT 1 2 3 4 5 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET ...
.... a Use the cursor keys to select a setting and then press ENTER. The speaker settings will be optimized to enjoy surround sound in the room. Single measure Multi measure (5 listening positions) PROGRAM MUTE VOLUME TOP MENU ON SCREEN POP-UP/MENU OPTION ENTER ...position. When "Multi Position" is set to "Yes": "Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure)" (p.38) When "Multi Position" is set to enjoy surround sound. DECODE STRAIGHT MUSIC SLEEP ENHANCER PURE DIRECT 1 2 3 4 5 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET ...
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... are registered for each scene. The input source and settings registered to a scene. • Select an input source (p.43) • Select a sound program (p.45) • Enable/disable Compressed Music Enhancer (p.50) • Selecting an HDMI output jack (p.43) 2 Hold down the corresponding SCENE ...assignments in the "Scene" menu (p.80). • The SCENE link playback function allows you want to select the assigned input source, sound program, Compressed Music Enhancer on automatically when it is completed successfully, SOURCE blinks twice. • If you have not registered the remote...
... are registered for each scene. The input source and settings registered to a scene. • Select an input source (p.43) • Select a sound program (p.45) • Enable/disable Compressed Music Enhancer (p.50) • Selecting an HDMI output jack (p.43) 2 Hold down the corresponding SCENE ...assignments in the "Scene" menu (p.80). • The SCENE link playback function allows you want to select the assigned input source, sound program, Compressed Music Enhancer on automatically when it is completed successfully, SOURCE blinks twice. • If you have not registered the remote...
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...MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET ON SCREEN Cursor keys ENTER MOVIE MUSIC SUR.DECODE STRAIGHT ENHANCER PURE DIRECT Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of the surround programs and surround decoders in original channels (p.49). ❑ Switching to each input source...MENU ON SCREEN POP-UP/MENU OPTION ENTER RETURN MODE TUNING DISPLAY BAND PRESET MOVIE INFO SUR. c Use the cursor keys to select a sound program/surround decoder and press ENTER. • You can be applied separately to the Pure Direct mode • Press PURE DIRECT. This mode...
...MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV CH CODE SET ON SCREEN Cursor keys ENTER MOVIE MUSIC SUR.DECODE STRAIGHT ENHANCER PURE DIRECT Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of the surround programs and surround decoders in original channels (p.49). ❑ Switching to each input source...MENU ON SCREEN POP-UP/MENU OPTION ENTER RETURN MODE TUNING DISPLAY BAND PRESET MOVIE INFO SUR. c Use the cursor keys to select a sound program/surround decoder and press ENTER. • You can be applied separately to the Pure Direct mode • Press PURE DIRECT. This mode...
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... Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using presence speakers in order to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D). It allows you to enjoy more effective stereoscopic sound field. We recommend using the front, center, and surround speakers to "Off". • We...
... Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using presence speakers in order to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D). It allows you to enjoy more effective stereoscopic sound field. We recommend using the front, center, and surround speakers to "Off". • We...
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...stable reverberations that match a wide range of cinematographically created virtual spaces reproduced with depth, by the peripheral delivery of the sounds of multichannel audio, such as Dolby Digital and DTS. This program is realistically conveyed by adding breadth and the appropriate reverberation...as movies, TV programs, and games. ❑ MOVIE THEATER Standard Spectacle Sci-Fi Adventure Drama Mono Movie This program creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling without disturbing the original acoustic positioning of the fans in a suitable space. The program creates a...
...stable reverberations that match a wide range of cinematographically created virtual spaces reproduced with depth, by the peripheral delivery of the sounds of multichannel audio, such as Dolby Digital and DTS. This program is realistically conveyed by adding breadth and the appropriate reverberation...as movies, TV programs, and games. ❑ MOVIE THEATER Standard Spectacle Sci-Fi Adventure Drama Mono Movie This program creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling without disturbing the original acoustic positioning of the fans in a suitable space. The program creates a...
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...music sources. Pillars and ornate carvings create extremely complex reverberations from all around the audience, producing a very full, rich sound. It offers pleasant reverberations that is traditional in Vienna Chamber This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 seats...Stereo" or "7ch Stereo" is selected. Fine, beautiful reverberations spread richly, creating a calming atmosphere. A realistic, live sound field delivers powerful sounds that uses stylish wood for courtly music and chamber music. ❑ LIVE/CLUB Cellar Club The Roxy Theatre The Bottom Line...
...music sources. Pillars and ornate carvings create extremely complex reverberations from all around the audience, producing a very full, rich sound. It offers pleasant reverberations that is traditional in Vienna Chamber This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 seats...Stereo" or "7ch Stereo" is selected. Fine, beautiful reverberations spread richly, creating a calming atmosphere. A realistic, live sound field delivers powerful sounds that uses stylish wood for courtly music and chamber music. ❑ LIVE/CLUB Cellar Club The Roxy Theatre The Bottom Line...
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... bPLIIx Music bPLII Music bPLIIx Game bPLII Game Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Uses the Dolby Pro Logic decoder suitable for games. PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 49 DECODE STRAIGHT MUSIC SLEEP ENHANCER PURE DIRECT 1 2 3 4 5 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV...in original channels (straight decode) When the straight decode mode is input, it works the same way as CDs, and produces unprocessed multichannel sounds for music. Use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoder (or Dolby Pro Logic II decoder) suitable for multichannel sources. 1 Press STRAIGHT. ...
... bPLIIx Music bPLII Music bPLIIx Game bPLII Game Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Uses the Dolby Pro Logic decoder suitable for games. PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 49 DECODE STRAIGHT MUSIC SLEEP ENHANCER PURE DIRECT 1 2 3 4 5 9 INPUT MUTE 6 7 MEMORY 0 10 TV 8 ENT TV VOL TV...in original channels (straight decode) When the straight decode mode is input, it works the same way as CDs, and produces unprocessed multichannel sounds for music. Use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoder (or Dolby Pro Logic II decoder) suitable for multichannel sources. 1 Press STRAIGHT. ...