Yamaha AV-1 Owner's Manual V2
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Active Servo
Technology
POWER
PUSH OPEN
OPEN/CLOSE CD TUNER TAPE/MD VCR VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 /
VOLUME
MHz KHz
TRACK PRESETPRO LOGIC DSP OFF ENHANCED MONO MOVIE
ROCK CONCERT VIDEO DISCO HALL STADIUM
TIMER F REP
SLEEP AUTO ST MEMORY PTY HOLD
CINEMA DSP
OWNERS MANUAL
MODE DEMPLOI
Home Cinema Compact System
Systme Compact Home Cinma
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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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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 products 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.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
CAUTION
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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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.
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
SPECIAL NOTES FOR FCC COMPOSITE DEVICE (for US customers only) This device is a composite system. The digital device component may not cause harmful interference.
19 For US customers only: Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna is connected to this unit, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
MAST
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 81020)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 81021)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Associations 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 Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US customers only)
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS Aprs le dballage, vrifier que les pices suivantes sont incluses.
Remote control transmitter Tlcommande
Batteries (size AA, UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7) Piles (format AA, UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7)
AM (MW/LW) loop antenna Cadre-antenne AM (PO/GO)
Indoor FM antenna Antenne intrieure FM
Audio connection cord Cble de connexion audio
System connector cable Cble de connexion du systme
Speaker cords Cbles denceintes
Mounting brackets Supports de montage
Screws Vis
Tag sheet (for speaker cords) Plaquette dtiquettes (pour les cordons denceinte)
TUNER
CD
DSP
AMP
2 3
(A)
(B)
2 5
(C)
FRONT L
FRONT L FRONT L
FRONT L
FRONTR
FRONT R FRONTR
FRONT R
CENTERC
CENTER
C CENTERC
CENTER
C
REAR L
REAR L REAR L
REAR L
REARR
REAR R REARR
REAR R
(A)
(B)
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product.
A Brief Guide to Proper Use of This System and The Owners Manual
The following procedure shows you how to begin using this system and the owners manual from the time just after you bought this system.
1. Unpack the package, and check the contents. (Refer to page 4 and page 6.)
2. Read PRECAUTIONS on this manual (on pages 3 to 5) first of all.
3. To understand this system, see pages 6 to 8.
4. Position and install all units in this system (see pages 9 to 11), and then make connections (see pages 12 to 17).
Do not plug in this system until all connections are completed.
5. Before listening to a source, make some adjustments. (See pages 24 to 27.)
6. Begin listening to a source. (See pages 28 to 29.) To listen to a compact disc, see pages 30 to 32. To listen to a radio program, see pages 33 to 37.
(For U.K. and Europe models only, see pages 33 to 43.) To listen to or watch a source played on an external unit, see page 44.
7. To enjoy listening to a source with surround sound effects, see pages 45 to 48.
To use the built-in timer, see pages 49 to 51.
If you want to know the function of a button, switch or indicator, see pages 18 to 23.
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PRECAUTIONS ........................................................3-4
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER............................................................5
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .......................................6
FEATURES ..................................................................7
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) ...........8
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS..............................9-11
CONNECTIONS....................................................12-17
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS................18-23
TURNING THE POWER TO THIS SYSTEM ON OR IN THE STANDBY MODE ...................................24
SETTING THE CLOCK ..............................................25
ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF THE DISPLAY .......25
SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT.................26-27
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BASIC LISTENING OPERATIONS ......................28-29
COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION.............30-32
TUNING OPERATION ..........................................33-37
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS
OPERATING EXTERNAL UNITS CONNECTED WITH THIS SYSTEM..........................44
USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP).....................................................................45-48
TIMER PLAY.........................................................49-50
SLEEP TIMER OPERATION .....................................51
TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................52
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................53-54
PRECAUTIONS
LISTENING TO A COMPACT DISC
LISTENING TO A RADIO PROGRAM
LISTENING TO A SOURCE ON AN EXTERNAL UNIT
USING DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)
HOW TO USE THE BUILT-IN TIMER
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
RECEIVING RDS STATIONS
OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
CONNECTIONS
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE LISTENING OPERATIONS
TURNING THE POWER TO THIS SYSTEM ON OR IN THE STANDBY MODE
ENJOYING LISTENING TO A SOURCE
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CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS
To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Choose the installation location of this unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture. Keep it away from sources of hum such as transformers and electric motors.
Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage.
Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact your dealer.
The openings on the surface of the power amplifier/subwoofer unit assure proper ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings, and install the unit in well-ventilated condition. Make sure to allow a space of at least 10 cm behind, 10 cm on the both sides and 20 cm above the top panel of the unit, and never use the unit with the unit laid down on the floor. Otherwise it may not only damage the unit, but also cause fire.
Always make the volume setting to minimum before starting an audio source play: increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after play has started.
When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
Grounding or polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization of the unit is not defeated.
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 wire itself.
Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
Be sure to read the TROUBLESHOOTING section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.
To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug and the antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.
Do not plug the AC power plug to the wall socket before you finish all connections.
The voltage to be used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that which is specified.
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker location and other factors. Care should be taken to avoid exposure to sudden high levels of sound, which may occur when turning on the unit with the volume setting at high, and to continuous high levels of sound.
Sudden temperature changes and storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the unit. Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. To eliminate condensation:
CD pickup Leave the power on with no disc in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour).
Remote control Wipe off condensation on the transmitter window with a soft cloth before operating the unit.
Secure placement or installation is the owners responsibility. YAMAHA shall not be liable for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of this system.
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 Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
PRECAUTIONS: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS SYSTEM
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
NOTE Please check the copyright laws in your country to record from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of copyright material may infringe copyright laws.
For U.K. customers If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below. Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL
IMPORTANT: The wire in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug. Proceed as follows: the wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.
CAUTION 1 Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION 2 As the laser beam used in this unit is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.
PRECAUTIONS
This unit is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear exterior.
Laser Diode Properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: 780nm Emission Duration: continuous Laser Output: max. 44.6W* * This output is the value measured at a distance of
about 200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
This system is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this system itself is turned off. In this state, this system is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR (General model only) The voltage selector on bottom of the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1) must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110/120/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz.
240V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
CAUTION (FOR CANADA MODEL) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
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Loading the batteries for the remote control transmitter
1 Remove the battery compartment cover. (Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.)
2 Insert 2 AA size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or equivalent) into the battery compartment. * Installing the batteries improperly may cause
failure.
3 Replace the battery compartment cover.
Precautions for battery use Insert the batteries according to the direction
indicated in the battery compartment. Replace all batteries with new ones at the same
time. Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit is
not in use for long periods. Dont mix normal batteries with rechargeable
batteries.
Proper use of the remote control transmitter
Aim (within the range of 60 with no obstacles) the remote control transmitter at the remote control sensor and operate as shown.
Notes concerning use Replace the batteries if control distance decreases
or operation becomes unstable. Periodically clean the transmitter window on the
remote control transmitter and the sensor on the main unit with a soft cloth.
Exposing the sensor on the main unit to strong light (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.) may interfere with operation. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting.
Keep the remote control transmitter away from moisture, excessive heat, shock and vibrations.
The remote control transmitters usable range is within 0.2m (8) and 6m (20) away from the sensor.
PRECAUTIONS
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
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3 MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM AV1POWER
PUSH OPEN
OPEN/CLOSE CD TUNER TAPE/MD VCR VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 /
VOLUME
MHz KHz
TRACK PRESETPRO LOGIC DSP OFF ENHANCED MONO MOVIE ROCK CONCERT VIDEO DISCO HALL STADIUM
TIMER F REP
SLEEP AUTO ST MEMORY PTY HOLD
30 30
Remote control sensor
Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet)
MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM AV1POWER
PUSH OPEN
OPEN/CLOSE CD TUNER TAPE/MD VCR VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 /
VOLUME
MHz KHz
TRACK PRESETPRO LOGIC DSP OFF ENHANCED MONO MOVIE ROCK CONCERT VIDEO DISCO HALL STADIUM
TIMER F REP
SLEEP AUTO ST MEMORY PTY HOLD
Active Servo
Technology
6CH POWER AMPLIFIER ACTIVE SERVO PROCESSING SUBWOOFER
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OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM
This system is a multi-channel audio system which consists of the units shown below. By driving 6 speakers, the built-in digital sound field processor (DSP) creates various kinds of Yamaha original digital sound fields simulating an actual concert hall, live house, etc. When watching a movie source, the built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder and the digital sound field processor turns your room into a movie theater with tremendous impact. Ultralow bass reproduced by the subwoofer (SW-AV1) makes sound more real and more powerful. The built-in CD player and tuner provide you with effortless operation and high performance. You will be given great enjoyment in listening to music and watching TV with this system.
SW-AV1 (6 channel power amplifier and Active Servo Processing Subwoofer system)
NX-AV1 (Full range speakers used for front, center and rear speakers)
TCD-AV1 (Main control unit including Tuner, CD player and Digital Sound Field Processor)
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
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OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM
The System
6 Speaker Multi-Channel Audio System Including Two Front Speakers, One Center Speaker, Two Rear Speakers and One Subwoofer
Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel
Front L, R: 30W + 30W (6) RMS Output Power, 10% THD, 1 kHz
Center: 30W (6) RMS Output Power, 10% THD, 1 kHz
Rear L, R: 30W + 30W (6) RMS Output Power, 10% THD, 1 kHz
Subwoofer: 50W (4) RMS Output Power, 10% THD, 100 Hz
Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System for Super Low Bass Reproducing (SW-AV1)
Simple and Easy Operating Methods
Direct Playback by a Simple Operation
Automatic Function to Turn the System into the Standby Mode
Adjustable Display Brightness
Multi-Use Timer/Sleep Timer
5 External Audio/Video Component Connecting Capability
On Screen Display Function (Displays Volume Setting, Speaker Balance Adjustment, Program Names, etc. on the TV Monitor)
Remote Control Capability
Compact Disc Player
Single Track/Entire Disc Repeat Play
Tuner
40 Station Random Access Preset Tuning
40 Station Automatic Preset Tuning
Multi-Functions for RDS Broadcast
Reception
Sound Field Processor Including Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder
Digital Sound Field Processor (Programs: STADIUM, DISCO, CONCERT HALL, ROCK CONCERT, MONO MOVIE, CONCERT VIDEO)
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder (Program: DOLBY PRO LOGIC)
CINEMA DSP: Theater-like Sound Experience by the Combination of Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA DSP Technology (Program: DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED)
Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Pro Logic Surround
Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance Adjustment
FEATURES
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OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) The Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP) built into this system takes advantage of Yamahas 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 wide range of listening environments movie theater, concert hall, and so on. In addition, you get incredible realism from sources encoded with Dolby Surround 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? Todays advanced sound reproduction technology lets you get extremely close to the sound of a live performance, but chances are youll 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 youll 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 actual live performance environments, all in your own home.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
This unit employs a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder similar to professional Dolby Stereo decoders used in many movie theaters. By using the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you can experience the dramatic realism and impact of Dolby Surround movie theater sound in your own home. Dolby Pro Logic employs a four channel five speaker system. The Pro Logic Surround system divides the input signal into four levels: the left and right main channels, the center channel (used for dialog), and the rear surround sound channels (used for sound effects, background noise, and other ambient noises). The center channel allows listeners seated in even less-than-ideal positions to hear the dialog originating from the action on the screen while experiencing good stereo imaging. Dolby Surround is encoded on the sound track of pre- recorded video tapes, laser discs, and some TV/cable broadcasts. When you play a source encoded with Dolby
Surround on this unit, the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder decodes the signal and distributes the surround-sound effects. This Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder employs a digital signal processing system. This system improves the stability of sound at each channel and minimizes crosstalk between channels, so that positioning of sounds around the room is more accurate compared with conventional analog signal processing systems. In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance control. This always assures you the best performance without manual adjustment.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround + DSP
Dolby Surround sound system shows its full ability in a large movie theater, because movie sounds are originally designed to be reproduced in a large movie theater using many speakers. It is difficult to create a sound environment similar to that of a movie theater in your listening room, because the room size, materials of inside walls, the number of speakers, etc. of your listening room is much different from those of a movie theater. Yamaha DSP technology made it possible to present you with nearly the same sound experience as that of a large movie theater in your listening room by compensating for lack of presence and dynamics in your
listening room with its original digital sound fields combined with Dolby Surround sound field. The combination of Dolby Pro Logic Surround and DSP is used on the sound field program PRO LOGIC ENHANCED.
The YAMAHA CINEMA DSP logo indicates these programs are created by the combination of Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA DSP technology.
CINEMA DSP
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SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
Speaker configuration
This system employs a 6 speaker configuration: 2 front speakers, 2 rear speakers, a center speaker and a subwoofer. The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. The rear speakers are used for the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for the center sounds (dialog etc.). The subwoofer is for reinforcing low frequencies of the main source sound and the center sounds.
Rear L
Rear R TV set
Front R
Subwoofer Center
Front L
Placing speakers Front speakers: On both sides of the TV and in
almost the same height as the TV. Rear speakers: Behind your listening position,
facing slightly inward. Nearly six feet (approx. 1.8 m) up from the floor.
Center speaker: Precisely between the front speakers.
Subwoofer: The position of the subwoofer is not so critical because low bass tones are not highly directional.
Before you make connections, place all units in this system in their proper positions respectively. Above all, the positioning of speakers are important, because it controls the whole sound quality of this system. Position the speakers on the basis of your listening position by following instructions on this section.
Front L Center Front R
Rear L Rear R
Subwoofer
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SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
Mounting the front and center speakers
Place the front speakers on a rack or on a shelf, and place the center speaker on top of the TV or on a shelf or inside the TV rack so that it is stabilized. To obtain more stability and usefulness, we recommend that you mount those speakers on the provided mounting brackets (type A).
To mount speakers on the mounting brackets (type A)
1 Attach the bracket to bottom of the speaker by using the provided screw (type A).
2 Turn and/or slide the speaker on the bracket according as you desire, and after that, tighten the screw.
Note Though this speaker is a magnetically shielded type, there may be some influence on a TV picture depending on the type of TV or the placement of the speaker. In such a case, place the speaker apart from the TV so that there is no influence on TV picture.
Mounting the rear speakers Mount the rear speakers on a shelf, rack or on the floor directly, or hang them on the wall.
To mount the rear speakers on a wall by using the provided mounting brackets (type B)
Note It is recommended that you connect the speaker cords to the speakers terminals before attaching the bracket to the speaker.
1 Attach the bracket to bottom of the speaker by using the provided screw (type B).
2 Turn and/or slide the speaker on the bracket according as you desire, and after that, tighten the screw.
Mounting bracket (type A)
Screw (type A)
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Screw (type B)
Mounting bracket (type B)
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3 Fasten screws into a firm wall or wall support as shown in the figure, and hang the holes of the mounting bracket on the protruding screws. * Make sure that the screws are caught by a narrow
part of the holes securely.
Note If desired, you can hang the speaker on the protruding screws on the wall without using the bracket.
WARNING: Each speaker weighs 0.7 kg (1 lbs. 9 oz.). Do not
mount them on thin plywood or soft wall surface material, as the screws may come out of the flimsy surface, causing the speakers to fall down and be damaged, or result in personal injury.
Do not fasten the speakers to wall with nails, adhesives, or other unsound hardware. Long- term use and vibrations may cause them to fall down.
To avoid accidents resulting from tripping over loose speaker cords, fix them to the wall.
Select a proper position on the wall to mount the speaker and the bracket so that no one will hit his head or face on the sticking part of the bracket, resulting in personal injury.
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
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Tapping screw (Available at the hardware store)
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Mounting bracket (type B)
Min. 12 mm
If you want to mount the speaker on a commercially available speaker stand
The provided mounting bracket (type C) which has 1 pair of screw holes (at an interval of 60 mm) are available to mount the speaker on a speaker stand. * Those screw holes can be used with M4 screws
only.
1 Attach the bracket to bottom of the speaker by using the provided screw (type A) so that the convex part of the bracket fits in grooved part on bottom of the speaker as figured left.
2 Mount the speaker on the speaker stand by using the screw holes on the bracket.
Note The mounting bracket (type C) is provided for each of 5 speakers.
Mounting bracket (type C)
Screw (type A)
60 mm
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FROM TCDAV1 FRONT
INPUT SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
MARK
CENTER REARREAR R L R C L
L
R
ANTENNA
FM 75 UNBAL. GND AM
VIDEO SIGNAL
TO SW-AV1
MARK
SYSTEM CONNECTOR
AUDIO OUTPUT
IN
MONITOR OUT
VIDEO 1 OUT IN
VCR OUT IN
TAPE/MD
FROM TCDAV1
INPUT SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
MARK
L
R
TO SW-AV1
MARK
SYSTEM CONNECTOR
AUDIO OUTPUT
Making a system connection between the main control unit (TCD-AV1) and the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1)
CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS
1 Connect the SYSTEM CONNECTOR terminals on both units with each other by using the provided system connector cable. * When connecting the system connector cable to
both terminals, take notice of the directions of each SYSTEM CONNECTOR terminals face.
2 Connect the AUDIO OUTPUT terminals on TCD- AV1 to the INPUT terminals on SW-AV1 by using the provided connection cord. * Make sure to connect the red plug of the
connection cord to the R (right) terminal and connect the white plug to the L terminal.
Power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1)
Main control unit (TCD-AV1)
Audio connection cord (provided)
System connector cable (provided)
Never plug the AC supply lead of this system into the AC outlet until all connections are completed.
When you have finished placing or installing all units in this system, begin making connections by following instructions on this section. This system needs 6 kinds of connections: system connection, speaker connection, antenna connection and external unit connection, however the order of them is not important.
1
2
Caution Be careful not to damage the system connector cable by placing something heavy on the cable, by fixing metal fittings on the cable, by tugging the cable, and so on. Damaging the cable will lead this system to a breakdown.
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CONNECTIONS
Right front speaker Left front speaker Right rear speaker Center speaker Left rear speaker
Connecting the speakers (NX-AV1) to the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1)
FROM TCDAV1 FRONT
INPUT SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
MARK
L
R
CENTER REARREAR R L R C L
FRONT CENTER REARREAR R L R C L
Power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1)
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Connect the provided speakers (NX-AV1) to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear of SW-AV1.
All of the speakers (NX-AV1) are identical. The speakers connected to the FRONT R and L terminals should be used as the right and left front speakers. The speaker connected to the CENTER terminal should be used as the center speaker. The speakers connected to the REAR R and L terminals should be used as the right and left rear speakers.
Notes Do not connect speakers other than the provided
ones to SW-AV1. Use the provided speaker cords for the connections.
Normally, use the short cords to connect with the front and center speakers, and use the long ones to connect with the rear speakers.
The provided tag sheet for speaker cords is useful for preventing wrong connections between speakers and SW-AV1.
How to Connect: Connect the provided speaker cords between the SPEAKERS terminals on the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1) and the speaker terminals on each speaker (NX-AV1) properly as shown below. 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 the + and markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.
As a sure method, connect the wire with a silver line to the + terminals on both the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AV1) and speaker, and connect the wire with no line to the terminals on both of them.
Caution Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other as this could damage SW-AV1 and/or speakers.
On SW-AV1:
Red: positive (+) Black: negative ()
Press up the tab. Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4) insulation from the speaker wires.]
Press down the tab and secure the wire.
On NX-AV1:
Red: positive (+) Black: negative ()
Press the tab. Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4) insulation from the speaker wires.]
Release the tab and secure the wire.
CONNECTIONS
L
F R
O N
T
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ANTENNA
FM 75 UNBAL. GND AM
ANTENNA
FM 75 UNBAL. GND AM
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
ANTENNA
FM 75 UNBAL. GND AM
or
Earth rod
7.5 m (25 feet)
15 m (49 feet)
ANTENNA
FM 75 UNBAL. GND AM
VIDEO SIGNAL
TO SW-AV1
AUDIO OUTPUT
IN
MONITOR OUT
VIDEO 1 OUT IN
VCR OUT IN
TAPE/MD
MARK
SYSTEM CONNECTOR
Antenna connection
(1) Supplied FM antenna Connect the FM antenna wire to the corresponding terminal and direct the FM antenna wire to the direction where the strongest signal can be received.
(2) Supplied AM (MW/LW) loop antenna Connect the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna wires to the corresponding terminals. Position the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna for optimum reception. Place the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna on a shelf etc., or install it on the rack or wall with screws (not provided).
Notes When static is still heard even after adjusting the
position of the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna, try reversing the wire connections (right to left).
Do not place the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna on the unit. It will result in noise generation, since the unit is equipped with digital electronics. Place the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna away from the unit.
(3) External FM antenna Use an external FM antenna instead of an indoor FM antenna if you need better reception. Consult your dealer.
(4) External AM (MW/LW) antenna Use an external AM (MW/LW) antenna if you need better reception. Consult your dealer.
Note When using an external AM (MW/LW) antenna, be sure to keep the wire of the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna connected.
CONNECTIONS
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Connecting external components
This system can be connected with external audio and video components. Make connections between this system and other components using RCA pin plug connector cables co