Natural Sound Digital Sound Field Processor
4 Programs for Digital Sound Field Processing
2 Programs for Dolby Surround (DOLBY PRO LOGIC and ENHANCED)
60W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.1% THD, 1 kHz (Center Channel Power Amplifier)
15W + 15W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.7% THD, 1 kHz (Rear Channel Power Amplifier)
Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Surround
Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance Adjustment
3 Center Channel Modes (NORMAL/WIDE/PHANTOM)
Remote Control Capability
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA digital sound field processor.
CONTENTS
Safety Instructions ................... 2
Supplied Accessories .............. 3
Profile of This Unit .................... 4
Speaker Setup...........................5
Connections ............................. 6
Identification of Controls .......... 9
Speaker Balance Adjustment
............................................... 10
Using Digital Sound Field
Processor (DSP) .................... 12
Notes about the Remote
Control Transmitter ................. 15
Troubleshooting ...................... 16
Specifications ......................... 16
IMPORTANT!
Please record the serial number of this
unit in the space below.
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear
of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe
place for future reference.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK), NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
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Explanation of Graphical Symbols
CAUTION
OWNER’S MANUAL
DSP-E390
1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions
should be followed.
5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near
water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, etc.
6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A A unit and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the unit and
cart combination to overturn.
7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the
ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow
of air through the ventilation openings.
9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that
produce heat.
10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the unit.
11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the
inside of the unit.
15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
unit; or
C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit
beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located
away from power lines.
18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.
Caution: Read this before operating your unit
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 To assure the finest performance, please read this
manual 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 and water.
3 Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat,
possibly causing damage.
4 Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set,
contact your dealer.
5 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.
6 The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation
of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the
temperature inside the cabinet will rise rapidly and
eventually damage the circuits. Therefore, avoid
placing objects against these openings and do not
install the unit where the flow of air through the
ventilation openings could be impeded.
7 Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
8 Always set the VOLUME control to “– ∞” before starting
the audio source play: increase the volume gradually to
an appropriate level after the play back has been
started.
9 To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord
during an electrical storm.
10 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section
regarding common operating errors before concluding
that the unit is faulty.
11 AC outlet
Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the
rear panel if that equipment requires more power than
the outlet is rated to provide.
FCC INFORMATION
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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.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
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Remote Control Transmitter
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Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)
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Audio connection cord x 2
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
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.
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.
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:
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.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.
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PROFILE OF THIS UNIT
You are the proud owner of Yamaha DSP-E390 – an extremely sophisticated audio component. The Digital Sound Field Processor
(DSP) built into this unit takes full advantage of Yamaha’s undisputed leadership in the field of digital audio processing to bring you a
whole new world of listening experiences. Follow the instructions in this manual carefully when setting up your system, and this unit
will sonically transform your room into a totally new listening environment –movie theater, concert hall, and so on. In addition, you
get incredible realism from Dolby Surround-encoded video sources using the built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder.
Please read this operation manual carefully and store it in a safe place for later reference.
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 venues such as an actual concert
hall, theater, etc. to allow you to accurately recreate one of
several live performance environments in your own home.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
The Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder program lets you
experience the dramatic realism and impact of a Dolby
Surround movie theater sound in your own home. Dolby Pro
Logic gets its name from its professional-grade steering logic
circuitry, which provides greater effective front and rear
channel separation for a much higher degree of realism than
the “passive” Dolby Surround circuits found in less
sophisticated home audio/video equipment. Dolby Pro Logic
Surround provides a true center channel, so there are four
independent channels, unlike passive Dolby Surround which
has in effect only three channels: left, right, and rear. This
center channel allows listeners seated in even less-than-ideal
positions to hear the dialog originating from action on the
screen while getting a stereo effect as well.
This Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder employs a digital
signal processing system. This system increases sound
stability at each channel and minimizes crosstalk between
channels compared to conventional analog Dolby signal
processing.
In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance
control. This circuit always presents you the best surround
conditions without performing manual adjustments.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround + DSP
You can also enjoy a combination of Dolby Pro Logic Surround
and DSP in the sound field program “ PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED”.
It recreates the surround effect of a movie theater, effectively
duplicating its multiple surround loudspeaker system,
completely surrounding the listener with the sounds of the
action taking place on the screen.
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SPEAKER SETUP
SPEAKERS TO BE USED
This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality with a 5 speaker configuration. The most effective speakers to use with
this unit are front speakers, rear speakers and a center speaker. You may omit the center speaker. (Refer to the “4-Speaker
Configuration” shown below.)
The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. They will probably be the speakers from your
present stereo system. The rear speakers are used for the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for the center
sounds (dialog etc.) within the Dolby Surround encoded programs. The center speaker needs to be equal in power to the front
speakers, although the rear speakers should not be equal. However, all the speakers should have high enough power handling to
accept the maximum output of this unit.
SPEAKER CONFIGURATION
5-Speaker Configuration
This configuration is the most effective and recommended one.
In this configuration, the center speaker is necessary as well as
the rear speakers. If the digital sound field program DOLBY
PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED is selected,
conversations will be output from the center speaker and the
ambience will be excellent.
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Set the center channel mode to the “NORMAL” or “WIDE”
position. (For details, refer to page 10.)
4-Speaker Configuration
The center speaker is not used in this configuration. If the
digital sound field program DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY
PRO LOGIC ENHANCED is selected, the center sound is
output from the left and the right front speakers. However, the
sound effect of other programs can be the same as that of the
5-speaker configuration.
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Be sure to set the center channel mode to the “PHANTOM”
position. (For details, refer to page 10.)
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The recommended speaker configuration, the 5-speaker configuration, will require two speaker pairs: front speakers (your normal
stereo speakers), and rear speakers, plus a center speaker. When you place these speakers, refer to the following.
Front: In normal position. (The position of your present
stereo speaker system.)
Rear: Behind your listening position, facing slightly inward.
Nearly six feet (approx. 1.8 m) up from the floor.
Center: Precisely between the front speakers. (To avoid
interference with TV sets, use a magnetically shielded
speaker.)
Front L Center Front R
Dialogue
Surround sound
Dialogue
Surround sound
Rear L
Rear R
Front L Front R
Dialogue
Surround sound
Dialogue
Surround sound
Rear L Rear R
Front R
Center
Front L
TV set
Rear R
Rear L
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CONNECTIONS
•
Before attempting to make any connections to or from this unit, be sure to first switch OFF the power to this unit and to any other
components to which connections are being made.
•
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.
•
Choose one of the following three ways to connect this unit to your amplifier.
A Connecting to an Integrated Amplifier or Stereo Receiver with PRE OUT and
MAIN IN terminals
REC
OUT
AC OUTLET
l0dB 0 dB
-
FRONT
LEVEL
LOW
PASS
fc:200Hz
CENTER
OUT
FRONT
OUT
REAR
OUT
SPEAKERS
REAR CENTER REAR
8ΩMIN./SPEAKER
8ΩMIN./HAUT–PARLEUR
UNSWITCHED
I20V 60Hz
I00W MAX.
INPUT TAPE OUTPUT
0.8A MAX.
TAPE
PB
PRE OUT MAIN IN
Front speakers
(U.S.A. model)
Right
Integrated amp.
To AC outlet
Right
Left
Left
Center speaker
Rear speakers
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B Connecting to an Integrated
Amplifier or Stereo Receiver that
does not have PRE OUT and MAIN
IN terminals
If your amplifier or receiver has the REC OUT selector which is
independent of the input selector, connect this unit to the
amplifier or receiver tape REC OUT and auxiliary (AUX) input
terminals. If not, connect this unit to the amplifier or receiver
tape REC OUT and TAPE PB terminals.
If your system includes a tape deck which have been
displaced by connecting this unit to the tape REC OUT
terminals, reconnect your tape deck to this unit’s TAPE PB and
TAPE REC OUT terminals.
C Connecting to a Control Amplifier
and Power Amplifier
REC
OUT
l0dB 0 dB
-
FRONT
LEVEL
LOW
PASS
fc:200Hz
CENTER
OUT
FRONT
OUT
REAR
OUT
INPUT TAPE OUTPUT
TAPE
PB
REC OUT
AUX
(TAPE PB)
LINE OUT LINE IN
Front speakers
Integrated amp.
Right
Left
Tape deck
REC
OUT
l0dB 0 dB
-
FRONT
LEVEL
LOW
PASS
fc:200Hz
CENTER
OUT
FRONT
OUT
REAR
OUT
INPUT TAPE OUTPUT
TAPE
PB
INPUT
PRE OUT
Front speakers
Power amp.
Right
Left
Control amp.
* For connecting the center speaker and the rear speakers, see
the figure on the previous page.
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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, + and – markings are observed. If these wires
are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass.
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do
not let them touch the metal parts of this unit as this could
damage this unit and/or speakers.
Note
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear
of this unit.
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
➀
Press and open the tab.
➁
Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]
➂
Press the tab back to
the original position and
secure the wire.
CONNECTING SPEAKERS
ABOUT THE ACCESSORY TERMINALS
AC OUTLET (UNSWITCHED)
This unswitched AC outlet can be used for connection of the
power cord from another audio component. Note that the
power to that component is not affected by the ON or OFF
setting of the POWER switch of this unit.
Note: The maximum power (total power consumption of
components) that can be connected here is 100 watts.
REAR OUTPUT 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 a power amplifier or an
integrated amplifier) to these terminals.
CENTER OUTPUT terminal
This terminal is for center channel line output. There is no
connection to this terminal when you use the built-in amplifier.
However, if you drive a center speaker with an external power
amplifier, connect the input terminal of the external amplifier to
this terminal.
LOW PASS terminal
This terminal is for output to a monaural amplifier driving a
subwoofer. Only frequencies below 200 Hz from the front and
center channels are output.
ADDING A SUBWOOFER
You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce the bass
frequencies.
Connect the LOW PASS terminal to the INPUT terminal of
the subwoofer amplifier, and connect the speaker terminals
of the subwoofer amplifier to the subwoofer.
With some subwoofers, including the Yamaha Active Servo
Processing Subwoofer System, the amplifier and subwoofer
are in the same unit.
Subwoofer system
LOW
PASS
fc:200Hz
CENTER
OUT
REAR
OUT
OUTPUT
FRONT LEVEL switch
Normally set to “0 dB”. If desired, you can decrease the
output level at the FRONT OUT terminals by 10 dB by setting
this switch to “–10 dB”.
(Refer to “Notes” on page 11.)
l0dB 0 dB
-
FRONT
LEVEL
➂
➀
➁
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IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
1 POWER
Turns the power on/off.
2 Display panel
Displays your selection on the DSP or
other information.
3 Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote
control transmitter.
4 TEST
Used for speaker balance adjustment.
(See pages 10–11.)
5 CENTER LEVEL
Adjusts center speaker sound output
level. (See page 14.)
6 CENTER MODE
Selects center channel output mode.
(See page 10.)
7 PROGRAM
Selects a program from the digital
sound field processor. (See pages
12–14.)
8 REAR LEVEL
Adjusts rear speaker sound output
level. (See page 14.)
9 EFFECT ON/OFF
Switches on/off the digital sound field
processor. (See page 14.)
0 TAPE MONITOR
Used when the tape deck is connected
to this unit’s TAPE terminals to select
that tape as the input source. (See
page 13.)
A MASTER VOLUME
Turns the master volume level
up/down.
B DELAY TIME
Adjusts delay time. (See page 15.)
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR
PROGRAM
EFFECT
TAPE
MONITOR
POWER
CENTER LEVEL
VOLUME
CINEMA DSP
NATURAL SOUND DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR DSP–E390
0I0
l6
l8
20
24
28
34
40
50
60
70
l4
l2
l0
8
6
4
3
2
l
0
–dB
l
REAR LEVEL
0I0
TEST
CENTER
MODE
ms
PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED
WIDE
DELAY
1
A
097865432
TEST
MASTER
VOLUME
TAPE MONITOR
PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
HALL
CNCT VIDEO
EFFECT
ON/OFF
+
–
PROGRAM
—
MONO MOVIE
CENTER MODE
+
–
DELAY
TIME
ROCK
SUR.
7
4
B
0
9
6
A
FRONT PANEL
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
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1
Set to the “
∞
” position.
2 Turn on the power of this unit and the amplifier etc.
3 Turn the DSP on, so that a DSP program name appears
on the display.
4 Select the PRO LOGIC or PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED mode, so that the corresponding name is
illuminated on the display.
5 Select the center channel output mode according to
your speaker configuration.
(Refer to “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION” on page 5.)
On the feature of each mode, refer to the “Notes” shown
below.
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SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT
This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level balance between the front, center, and rear 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.
POWER
EFFECT
CONCERT
HALL
PROGRAM
PRO LOGIC
CENTER
MODE
TEST
NORMAL
WIDE
PHANTOM
Flashes continuously.
ms
NORMAL
WIDE
PHANTOM
TEST
Notes
●
In step 5, when you select the center channel output mode,
note the following.
For 5 speaker configuration)
NORMAL: Select this mode when you use a center speaker
that is smaller than the front speakers. In this
mode, the bass tone will be output from the front
speakers.
WIDE: Select this mode when you use the center
speaker approximately same sized as the front
speakers.
For 4 speaker configuration)
PHANTOM: Select this mode when you do not use the
center speaker. The center sound will be
output from the left and right front speakers.
●
If you will select a DSP program on the remote control
transmitter, you can skip step 3. Pressing on a program
selector button will turn the DSP on and select the
corresponding program.
TEST
MASTER
VOLUME
PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
HALL
CNCT VIDEO
EFFECT
ON/OFF
+
–
PROGRAM
—
MONO MOVIE
CENTER MODE
+
–
DELAY
TIME
ROCK
SUR.
4
6
3
5
2531
64
7 Turn up the volume.
You will hear a test tone (like pink noise) from the left front
speaker, then the center speaker, then the right front
speaker, and then the rear speakers, for about two
seconds each. The display changes as shown below.
* The test tone from the left rear speaker and the right rear
speaker will be heard at the same time.
8 Adjust the sound output level of the center speaker to be
at the same level as that of the front speakers with the
CENTER LEVEL control.
9 Adjust the sound output level of the rear speakers to be
at the same level as that of the front speakers with the
REAR LEVEL control.
10 Cancel the test tone.
Stops flashing and disappears.
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).
●
If you use external power amplifiers, their volume controls
may also be adjusted to achieve proper balance.
●
In step 8, if the center channel mode is in the “PHANTOM”
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
front speakers.
●
If there is insufficient sound output from the center and
rear speakers, you may decrease the front channel output
level by setting the FRONT LEVEL switch on the rear
panel to “–10 dB”.
11
ms
NORMAL
WIDE
PHANTOM
TEST
DELAY
Front (L) Center
Rear
(L and R)
Front (R)
TEST
MASTER
VOLUME
TAPE MONITOR
PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
HALL
CNCT VIDEO
EFFECT
ON/OFF
+
–
PROGRAM
—
MONO MOVIE
CENTER MODE
+
–
DELAY
TIME
ROCK
SUR.
10
7
CENTER LEVEL
0I0
REAR LEVEL
0I0
TEST
ms
NORMAL
WIDE
PHANTOM
TEST
10 7
89
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USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)
This unit incorporates a sophisticated, multi-program digital sound field processor, which allows you to expand and shape the audio
sound field from both the audio and video sources, for a theater-like experience in the listening/viewing room.
This digital sound field processor has 6 programs; 4 programs for digital sound field processing and 2 programs for the Dolby Pro
Logic Surround sound system (DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED). You can create an excellent audio
sound field by selecting the suitable program and adding desired adjustments. In addition, when the DOLBY PRO LOGIC or
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED program is selected, the built-in automatic input balance control functions. This presents you the
best surround condition without manual adjustment.
Description of Each Sound Field Program
The following list gives brief descriptions 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 them was recorded at the locations described
using sophisticated sound field measurement equipment.
Note
The channel level balance between the left rear effect speaker and the right rear effect speaker 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 FEATURE
This program is effective for playback of sources encoded with Dolby Surround.
PRO LOGIC
The employment of the digital signal processing system improves crosstalk and transfers the sound source
more smoothly and precisely, compared to the conventional type. A stable movie sound field is recreated.
This program is effective for playback of sources encoded with Dolby Surround.
PRO LOGIC
Enhancing the “Normal” Dolby Pro Logic, the DSP technology simulates the multi-surround speaker
ENHANCED
systems of a 35 mm film theater, thus widening the surrounded-sound field with greater presence.
CONCERT VIDEO
This program is effective for music videos and gives excellent depth and clarity for vocals. For opera, the
orchestra and stage are ideally recreated, letting you feel as if you were in an actual concert hall.
MONO MOVIE
This program is designed specifically to enhance mono source programs. Compared to a strictly mono
setting, the sound image created in this mode is wider and slightly forward of the speaker pair, lending an
immediacy to the overall sound. It is particularly effective when used with old mono movies, news
broadcasts and dialog.
ROCK CONCERT This program is suitable for rock music. A big, powerful sound is reproduced lively and dynamically.
CONCERT HALL
In this program, the center seems deep behind the front speaker pair, creating an expansive, large hall
ambience.
Description of Dolby Pro Logic Surround
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND: This unit employs
the Dolby Pro Logic Surround system. This system is similar to
professional Dolby Stereo decoders used in movie theaters.
By employing a four-channel system, the Dolby Pro Logic
Surround system divides the input signals into four levels: the
left and right main channels, the center channel (to
characterize dialog), and the rear surround-sound channels (to
characterize sound effects, background noise and other
ambient noise).
Dolby Surround is encoded on the sound track of commercially
available video cassettes and video discs as well. When you
play a source encoded with Dolby Surround on your home
video system, the Dolby Pro Logic Surround system in this unit
decodes the signal and feeds the surround-sound effects.
The Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode may not be always
effective on video sources not encoded with Dolby Surround.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Additionally licensed under Canadian patent
number 1,037,877. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
1
Set to the “
∞
” position.
2
Turn the power on.
3
Select a source using the input selector on the
integrated amplifier etc.
* To select a tape deck connected to this unit’s TAPE
terminals, press the TAPE MONITOR switch so that “TAPE
MONITOR” lights up on the display. (Otherwise, press this
switch to turn it off.)
Note
If this unit is connected to the TAPE REC OUT terminals of
the integrated amplifier etc., the following operations are
needed.
• If your amplifier has the REC OUT selector which is
independent of the input selector;
1. Set the input selector to the position (AUX, TAPE, etc.)
which corresponds to the amplifier’s terminals
connected to this unit’s FRONT OUT terminals.
2. Select the source to be input to this unit using the REC
OUT selector.
• If your amplifier does not have the REC OUT selector
which is independent of the input selector;
1. Set the TAPE monitor switch on the amplifier to on.
2. Select the source to be input to this unit using the input
selector.
4
Play the source.
5 Turn the DSP on, so that a DSP program name
appears on the display.
6
Select a desired program suitable for the source.
The corresponding indicator will light up.
7
Adjust to the desired output level.
8 If desired, adjust the delay time and the output level of
each speaker. (For details, refer to the corresponding
descriptions on page 14 and 15.)
13
To play a source with the digital sound field processor
PROGRAM
PRO LOGIC
POWER
EFFECT
CONCERT
HALL
TEST
MASTER
VOLUME
TAPE MONITOR
PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
HALL
CNCT VIDEO
EFFECT
ON/OFF
+
–
PROGRAM
—
MONO MOVIE
CENTER MODE
+
–
DELAY
TIME
ROCK
SUR.
6
7
5
3
8
TAPE
MONITOR
TAPE
MONITOR
26
85
31,7
14
To obtain the best performance of this unit:
If the connecting method of your components is A or C
shown on pages 6–7, set the volume control on the integrated
amplifier or control amplifier to about the halfway position
between the min. and max.
Notes
●
If you prefer to cancel the DSP, press the EFFECT switch.
The sound will be the normal 2-channel stereo without
surround sound effect.
●
When CONCERT VIDEO, MONO MOVIE, ROCK
CONCERT or CONCERT HALL is selected, no sound is
heard from the center speaker.
●
When a monaural sound source is played with DOLBY
PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED, no
sound is heard from the front speakers and the rear
speakers. Sound is heard only from the center speaker.
However, if the center channel mode is in PHANTOM, the
front speakers output the sound of the center channel.
●
When this unit’s Dolby Pro Logic Surround system is used,
if the main-source sound is considerably altered by
overadjustment of the BASS or TREBLE controls on the
integrated amplifier etc., the relationship between the center
and rear channels may produce an unnatural effect.
●
If the connected external amplifier has a built-in surround
sound or ambience circuitry, be sure that the surround or
ambience circuitry on that amplifier is off while you are
using this unit’s Dolby Pro Logic Surround system.
If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the center
speaker even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER
BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on page 11.
●
If the digital sound field program CONCERT VIDEO, MONO
MOVIE, ROCK CONCERT or CONCERT HALL is selected,
this adjustment is useless.
●
Once the output level is adjusted, the level value will be the
same in the DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED programs.
●
If no program is used, this adjustment is useless.
Adjustment of the CENTER LEVEL
Adjustment of the REAR LEVEL
If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of the rear
speakers even if the output level is already set in “SPEAKER
BALANCE ADJUSTMENT” on page 11.
●
Once the output level is adjusted, the level value will be the
same in all the digital sound field programs.
●
If no program is used, this adjustment is useless.
CENTER LEVEL
0I0
REAR LEVEL
0I0
15
Adjustment of DELAY TIME
You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of
the source sound and the beginning of the effect sound with
the DELAY TIME keys.
The DELAY TIME keys are effective with all programs.
By applying more or less delay, sound effects, background
noise, and ambient noise coming at you from the rear speakers
can be enhanced or subdued for extra effect.
1. PRO LOGIC : from 15 to 30 milliseconds
(Preset value: 20 milliseconds)
2. PRO LOGIC : from 15 to 30 milliseconds
ENHANCED (Preset value: 20 milliseconds)
3. CONCERT VIDEO : from 1 to 100 milliseconds
(Preset value: 25 milliseconds)
4. MONO MOVIE : from 1 to 100 milliseconds
(Preset value: 25 milliseconds)
5. ROCK CONCERT : from 1 to 100 milliseconds
(Preset value: 15 milliseconds)
6. CONCERT HALL : from 1 to 100 milliseconds
(Preset value: 30 milliseconds)
●
By continuously pressing “+” or “–” key, the value changes
continuously.
However, the value stops changing momentarily at the
preset point.
Notes
●
Adding too much delay will cause an unnatural effect with
some sources. Experiment with the DELAY TIME keys to
create the effect that you find most suitable.
●
The values of the DELAY TIME you set the last time will
remain memorized even when the power of this unit is off.
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.
+
DELAY
TIME
—
ms
NORMAL
WIDE
PHANTOM
TEST
DELAY
Adjustable
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
Battery installation
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
the battery compartment.)
●
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.
Remote control transmitter operation range
Notes
●
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.
2
3
1
30°
30°
Remote control
sensor
Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)
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.
SYMPTOM
The unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch
is pressed.
No sound.
The sound suddenly goes off.
Only one side speaker outputs the sound.
Sound “hums”.
The volume level cannot be increased, or sound
is distorted.
No sound from the rear speakers.
No sound from the center speaker.
Left rear and right rear channels not balanced in
certain digital sound field programs.
The sound field cannot be recorded.
Noise from nearby TV or tuner.
The remote control transmitter does not work.
CAUSE
Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely
inserted.
Incorrect output cord connections.
The protection circuit has been activated because of
short circuit etc.
Incorrect cord connections.
Incorrect cord connections.
The power to the component connected to the REC
OUT terminals of this unit is off.
The rear effect sound output level is set to 0.
The monaural sound source is played in DOLBY
PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
mode.
The center sound output level is set to 0.
The center channel mode is in PHANTOM mode.
Incorrect sound field program selection.
No sound field program is selected.
This is normal operation and is an exact duplication
of the actual data which was measured for that
particular hall etc.
It is not possible to record the sound field on a tape
deck connected to this unit’s TAPE REC OUT
terminals.
This unit is too close to the affected equipment.
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of
flourescent lamp etc.) is striking the
remote control sensor of the main unit.
The batteries of this remote control transmitter are
too weak.
REMEDY
Firmly plug in the power cord.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists,
the cords may be defective.
Turning the unit off and then on will reset the
protection circuit.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists,
the cords may be defective.
Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem
persists, the cords may be defective.
Turn the power to the component on.
Turn up the sound output level with the REAR
LEVEL control.
Select another program suitable for the monaural
sound source.
Turn up the sound output level with the CENTER
LEVEL control.
Select NORMAL or WIDE.
Select the appropriate program.
Move the unit further away from the affected
equipment.
Change the position of the main unit.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum RMS Output Power Per Channel
Center (1 kHz 0.1% THD 8Ω) ....................................... 60W
Rear (1 kHz 0.7% THD 8Ω) ................................. 15W+15W
Input Sensitivity/Impedance (FRONT OUT 1V)
INPUT and TAPE PB .................................... 150 mV/47 kΩ
Output Level/Impedance
FRONT, REAR and CENTER OUT .......................1V/4.7 kΩ
LOW PASS (EFFECT OFF) ................................. 4V/4.7 kΩ
Frequency Response (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
FRONT OUT (EFFECT OFF) ................................... 0±1 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network)
INPUT (Input Shorted, EFFECT OFF) ........................ 95 dB
Channel Separation Vol –30 dB
(Input 5.1 kΩ Shorted, EFFECT OFF)
1 kHz/10 kHz ................................. More than 65 dB/50 dB
Filter Characteristics
LOW PASS (fc = 200 Hz) ....................................... 6 dB/oct.
Power Consumption
[U.S.A., Canada and General models]..........................120W
[Australia, U.K. and Europe models].............................135W
AC Outlet
1 SWITCHED OUTLET....................................... 100W max.
Dimensions (W x H x D) ........................... 435 x 126 x 298 mm
...............................................(17-1/8” x 4-15/16” x 11-3/4”)
Weight ......................................................... 6 kg (13 lbs. 3 oz.)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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