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- Page 1 RX-V440RDS AV Receiver Ampli-tuner audio-vidéo OWNER’S MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BRUKSANVISNING MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING...
- Page 2 Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS ... 1 FEATURES ... 2 GETTING STARTED ... 3 Supplied accessories ... 3 Installing batteries in the remote control ... 3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ... 4 Front panel ... 4 Remote control ... 6 Front panel display ... 8 PREPARATION CONNECTIONS ... -
Page 4: Features
N Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic II decoder N Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital EX decoder N DTS/DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Discrete 6.1, DTS Neo:6 Decoder N CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP technology and Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital or N Virtual CINEMA DSP N SILENT CINEMA DSP... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Supplied accessories After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained. Remote control SYSTEM POWER POWER POWER STANDBY POWER MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP D-TV/CBL V-AUX 6CH INPUT AUDIO DISC SKIP CODE SET VOLUME – – – MUTE INPUT MUTE HALL JAZZ ROCK ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC... -
Page 6: Controls And Functions
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel INPUT RDS MODE/FREQ STANDBY EDIT PTY SEEK MODE START INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO EFFECT PHONES RDS MODE/FREQ PTY SEEK MODE (U.K. and Europe models only) 1 STANDBY/ON Turns the unit on, or sets it in standby mode. When you turn the unit on, you will hear a click and there will be a 4 to 5-second delay before it can reproduce sound. - Page 7 SILENT (PHONES jack) Allows you to enjoy DSP effects when listening with headphones. When you connect headphones to the headphone jack, no signals are output to the speakers. e SPEAKERS A/B Turns the set of main speakers connected to the A and/or B terminals on or off.
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Page 8: Remote Control
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Remote control This section describes the remote control controls and their functions. Make sure that the AMP mode is selected before starting operation. SYSTEM POWER POWER POWER STANDBY POWER MD/CD-R TUNER SLEEP D-TV/CBL V-AUX 6CH INPUT AUDIO DISC SKIP CODE SET VOLUME... -
Page 9: Using The Remote Control
r MUTE Mutes the sound. Press again to restore the audio output to the previous volume level. t 6.1/5.1 Switches the Dolby Digital EX or DTS ES decoder on or off. y STEREO Switches between normal stereo and DSP effect reproduction. -
Page 10: Front Panel Display
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel display VIRTUAL NIGHT MATRIX DISCRETE HiFi SILENT DIGITAL ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 1 Processor indicators The indicators for the various decoders light up when the decoders are in use. 2 VIRTUAL indicator Lights up when using Virtual CINEMA DSP. 3 Headphones indicator Lights up when headphones are connected to the headphone jack. -
Page 11: Connections
Before connecting components CAUTION Do not connect this unit or other components to the mains power until all connections between the components have been completed. • Be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. -
Page 12: Connecting Video Components
CONNECTIONS Connecting video components Refer to the connection examples on the next page. I Types of video jacks COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 1 VIDEO jack Conventional composite video signal. 2 COMPONENT VIDEO jacks Transmit color difference (P separately and provide the best quality picture. Use the commercially available cable type specified for connecting each jack. - Page 13 DVD player OPTICAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO DIGITAL INPUT D-TV (PLAY) /CBL COAXIAL /CD-R OPTICAL (REC) MAIN SURROUND VIDEO MONITOR WOOFER CENTER WOOFER 6CH INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT indicates audio signal direction indicates left analog cables indicates right analog cables indicates optical cables indicates video signal direction...
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Page 14: Connecting Audio Components
CONNECTIONS Connecting audio components I Connecting a CD player Connect the coaxial digital output jack on your CD player to the DIGITAL INPUT CD jack on this unit. • Use the AUDIO jacks on this unit for a CD player which does not have coaxial digital output jack. -
Page 15: Connecting The Antennas
A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas. FREQUENCY STEP switch (China and General... -
Page 16: Connecting An External Decoder
CONNECTIONS Connecting an external decoder This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (MAIN left and right, CENTER, SURROUND left and right and SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from a component equipped with a multi-channel decoder and 6 channel output jacks such as a DVD/SACD player. MAIN SURROUND WOOFER... -
Page 17: Connecting The Speakers
LFE (low-frequency effect) channel with high fidelity when playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals. The YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System is ideal for natural and lively bass reproduction. I Speaker placement Refer to the following diagram when you place the speakers. -
Page 18: Impedance Selector Switch
CONNECTIONS I Connections Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) in accordance with the markers on this unit, the speakers, and the speaker cables. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. -
Page 19: Speaker Connections
A rear center speaker can be connected to these terminals. SUBWOOFER jack When using a subwoofer with built-in amplifier, including the YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, connect the input jack of the subwoofer system to this jack. This unit will direct low bass signals distributed from the main, center and/or rear channels to this jack in accordance with your SPEAKER SET selections. -
Page 20: Connecting The Power Supply Cords
CONNECTIONS Connecting the power supply cords VOLTAGE SELECTOR VOLTAGE SELECTOR AC OUTLETS SWITCHED IMPEDANCE SELECTOR SET BEFORE POWER ON MAIN A OR B : 4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER MAIN A OR B : 8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER A+B : 8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER A+B : 16ΩMIN. /SPEAKER CENTER 6ΩMIN. -
Page 21: Basic System Settings
BASIC SYSTEM SETTINGS The “BASIC” menu allows you to set some of the basic “SOUND” menu parameters with a minimum of effort. If you wish to configure the unit more precisely to suit your listening environment, use the more detailed parameters from the “SOUND”... -
Page 22: Set Menu
BASIC SYSTEM SETTINGS SET MENU BASIC SOUND 1 SETUP Press j / i to alter the settings for each parameter. Use d to move to the next setting. 1 ROOM Choose from S/M/L. 2 SUBWOOFER Choose either of YES/NONE. 3 SPEAKERS Choose from 2/3/4/5/6 spk. -
Page 23: Setting The Unit To Match Your Speaker System
Setting the unit to match your speaker system Follow the instructions below to set the amplifier output to match the size of your room and speakers. Press u / d to cycle through parameters 1 through 4, and j / i to alter the parameter setting. -
Page 24: Playback
INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES POWER POWER POWER STANDBY POWER MD/CD-R TUNER D-TV/CBL 6CH INPUT AUDIO DISC SKIP CODE SET VOLUME – – – MUTE INPUT MUTE HALL JAZZ ROCK... - Page 25 Start playback or select a broadcast station on the source component. Refer to the operation instructions for the component. Adjust the volume to the desired level. The volume level is displayed digitally. Example: –70 dB Control range: VOLUME MUTE (minimum) to 0 dB (maximum) The volume level indicator also shows the current volume level as a bar graph.
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Page 26: Input Modes And Indications
PLAYBACK Input modes and indications This unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks. You can select the type of input signals you wish to use. Each time you turn on the unit power, the input mode is set to the “INPUT 2 INPUT MODE” setting defined in the set menu. -
Page 27: Selecting A Sound Field Program
Selecting a sound field program You can enhance your listening experience by selecting a DSP program. For details about each program, see pages 28 – 30. INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES... - Page 28 PLAYBACK I Selecting PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC II or Neo:6 You can listen to 2-channel sources decoded into five or six discrete channels by selecting PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC II or Neo:6 in program No. 9. INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT PRESET/TUNING...
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Page 29: Virtual Cinema Dsp
I Virtual CINEMA DSP With Virtual CINEMA DSP, you can enjoy all DSP programs without rear speakers. It creates virtual speakers to reproduce a natural sound field. You can listen to virtual CINEMA DSP by setting “1C REAR LR” in the set menu to NON. Sound field processing changes to VIRTUAL CINEMA DSP automatically. -
Page 30: Digital Sound Field Processing (Dsp)
The traditional stereo system that uses only two speakers is not capable of recreating a realistic sound field. YAMAHA’s DSP requires four effect speakers to recreate sound fields based on the measured sound field data. The processor controls the strength and delay time of the signals output from the four effect speakers to localize the virtual sound sources and fully encompass the listener. -
Page 31: Cinema-Dsp
CINEMA-DSP is an upgraded version of YAMAHA DSP specially designed for movie soundtracks. CINEMA-DSP integrates the DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic surround sound technologies with YAMAHA DSP sound field programs to provide a surround sound field. It recreates comprehensive movie sound design in your audio room. In CINEMA-DSP sound field programs, YAMAHA’s exclusive DSP processing is added to the Main left and right, and... - Page 32 CINEMA-DSP I For movie programs Program MOVIE Spectacle THEATER 1 Sci-Fi MOVIE Adventure THEATER 2 General Straight Decode Enhanced Mode Straight Decode This unit is equipped with various precise decoders; • Dolby Digital/DTS decoder for multi-channel reproduction of the original sound •...
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Page 33: Sound Field Effects
Both decoders have two modes, MOVIE/CINEMA for movies, and MUSIC for 2- channel sources. These programs use YAMAHA’s tri-field DSP processing on each of the Dolby Digital or DTS signals for the front, left surround, and right surround channels. This... -
Page 34: Tuning
There are 2 methods of tuning; automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference. I Automatic tuning INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES... -
Page 35: Presetting Stations
Presetting stations I Automatically presetting stations (for FM stations) You can use the automatic preset tuning feature to store FM stations. This function enables the unit to automatically tune in to FM stations with strong signals, and to store up to 40 (8 stations x 5 groups) of those stations in order. - Page 36 TUNING I Manually presetting stations You can store up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) manually. INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES Tune in to a station. See page 32 for tuning instructions.
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Page 37: Selecting A Preset Station
Selecting a preset station You can recall any desired station simply by selecting the preset station number under which it was stored. INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES MUTE INPUT MUTE... -
Page 38: Receiving Rds Stations
RDS (Radio Data System) is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. RDS data contains a variety of information such as PS (Program Service name), PTY (Program Type), RT (Radio Text), CT (Clock Time), EON (Enhanced Other Networks), and others. Description of RDS data This unit can receive, PS, PTY, RT, CT, and EON data when tuned to stations broadcasting RDS. -
Page 39: Pty Seek Function
PTY SEEK function If you select the desired program type, the unit automatically searches all preset RDS stations that are broadcasting a program of the required type. Press PTY SEEK MODE to set the unit in PTY SEEK mode. The program type of the station the unit is currently receiving , or “NEWS”... -
Page 40: Sleep Timer
Use this feature to automatically set this unit in standby mode after the amount of time you have set. The sleep timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this unit is playing or recording a source. The sleep timer also automatically turns off the external component(s) connected to AC OUTLET(S). -
Page 41: Recording
Recording adjustments and other operations are performed on other recording components. Refer to the operation instructions for these components for details on their operation . INPUT STANDBY INPUT MODE 6CH INPUT SILENT SPEAKERS STEREO PROGRAM A/B/C/D/E PRESET/TUNING CONTROL EFFECT NEXT SET MENU PHONES SYSTEM... -
Page 42: Set Menu
You can set the following parameters on the set menu to obtain a better sound from the unit. Change the settings to reflect the needs of your listening environment. Set menu list The set menus are divided by use and function into the 4 categories listed here. -
Page 43: The Basic And Sound Menus
Press j / i once to enter the setup mode of the selected item. The last setting you adjusted appears on the front panel display. Depending on the menu item, press u/d to select a sub item. Press j / i repeatedly to change the menu item setting. - Page 44 SET MENU I 1B MAIN (main speaker mode) Choices: LARGE, SMALL LARGE Select this if you have large main speakers. The unit directs the entire range of the main left and right channel signals to the main left and right speakers. SMALL Select this if you have small main speakers.
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Page 45: Sound 2 Sp Distance (Speaker Distance)
SOUND 2 SP DISTANCE (speaker distance) Use this feature to adjust the delay applied to center and rear center channel sounds. This feature works when there is sound output from the center speakers with a source such as Dolby Digital or DTS. Ideally, the center speaker and the rear speakers should be the same distance from the main listening position as the left and right main speakers. -
Page 46: Sound 5 Center Geq (Center Graphic Equalizer)
SET MENU SOUND 5 CENTER GEQ (center graphic equalizer) Use this feature to adjust the built-in 5-band graphic equalizer so that the center speaker tonal quality matches that of the left and right main speakers. You can select the 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, or 10 kHz frequencies. Control range (dB): –6 to +6 Initial setting: 0 dB for 5-band Press d to select a higher frequency and u... -
Page 47: Option 1 Display Set
OPTION 1 DISPLAY SET I DIMMER Use this to adjust the brightness of the front panel display. Control range: –4 to 0 OPTION 2 MEM. GUARD (memory guard) Use this feature to prevent accidental changes to settings on the unit. Choices: ON, OFF Select ON to protect the following features: •... -
Page 48: Remote Control Features
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES In addition to controlling this unit, the remote control can operate other A/V components made by YAMAHA and other manufacturers. To control other components, you must set up the remote control with the manufacturer codes. Control area... -
Page 49: Setting The Manufacturer Code
D-TV/CBL* – V-AUX – – You have control only over this unit and other YAMAHA tuners. You can only set TV manufacturer codes for the D-TV/CBL buttons. Press and hold CODE SET. With CODE SET depressed, press an input selector button to select the component you want to set up. -
Page 50: Controlling Other Components
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Controlling other components You can operate other components if you have set the manufacturer code for your component in the remote control. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate the component correctly. Once you select an input source, the remote control switches to the mode for operating the component. -
Page 51: Setting The Speaker Levels
SETTING THE SPEAKER LEVELS Adjusting the volume during playback You can adjust the volume of the speakers while listening to sound playback. VOLUME – – – MUTE INPUT MUTE HALL JAZZ ROCK ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC TV THTR MOVIE1 MOVIE2 /DTS NIGHT 6.1/5.1 STEREO ENTER... -
Page 52: Sound Field Program Parameter Editing
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM PARAMETER EDITING Changing parameter settings The initial sound field program settings will provide you with an excellent listening experience as they are. It is not necessary to alter these settings, but you can create an original listening environment by doing so. Note •... -
Page 53: Digital Sound Field Parameter Descriptions
Digital sound field parameter descriptions You can adjust the values of certain digital sound field parameters so the sound fields are recreated accurately in your listening room. Not all of the following parameters are found in every program. I DSP LEVEL Function: This parameter adjusts the level of all the DSP effect sounds within a narrow range. -
Page 54: Troubleshooting
Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit to standby mode, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. I General... - Page 55 Problem Only the speaker on Incorrect cable connections. one side can be heard. No sound from the The sound effect is switched off. effect speakers. A Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS decoding DSP program is being used with material not encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS.
- Page 56 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem No sound from the rear “SOUND 1C REAR LR” or “SOUND 1D center speaker. REAR CT” on the set menu is set to NON. The Dolby Digital EX or the DTS-ES decoder is not switched on. A “humming” sound can Incorrect cable connections.
- Page 57 I Tuner Problem FM stereo reception is The characteristics of FM stereo noisy. broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. There is distortion, and There is multipath interference. clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna.
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Page 58: Glossary
Based on a wealth of actually measured data, YAMAHA CINEMA DSP uses YAMAHA original sound field technology to combine Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS systems to provide the visual and audio experience of movie theater in the listening room of your own home. - Page 59 GLOSSARY I Virtual CINEMA DSP YAMAHA has developed a virtual CINEMA DSP algorithm that allows you to enjoy DSP sound field surround effects even without any rear speakers by using virtual rear speakers. It is even possible to enjoy virtual CINEMA DSP using a minimal 2-speaker system that does not include a center speaker.
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Page 60: Specifications
AUDIO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power for Main, Center, Rear, Rear Center [U.S.A. and Canada models] 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 Ω ... 75 W 1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 8 Ω ... 90 W [Other models] 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 Ω... - Page 61 LIST OF MANUFACTURER’S CODES LISTE DES CODES FABRICANTS LISTE DER HERSTELLER-CODES LISTA ÖVER TILLVERKARKODER LISTA DEI CODICI DEL FABBRICANTE LISTA DE CÓDIGOS DE FABRICANTES LIJST MET FABRIKANTENCODES Yamaha 299 292 Admiral 292 293 Aiwa 294 276 283 284 Akai 295 296 Alba Bell&Howell...
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