Yamaha RX-V340RDS BGV background video function, To mute the sound, Night listening mode

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PLAYBACK

6 Start playback or select a broadcast station on the source component.

Refer to the operation instructions for the component.

7 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.

VOLUME

VOLUME

 

 

MUTE

 

or

 

VOLUME

Front panel

Remote control

If desired, use CONTROL and BASS/TREBLE –/+. These controls only effect the sound from the main speakers.

CONTROL

BASS/TREBLE

Front panel

Notes

•If you increase or decrease the high-frequency or the low- frequency sound to an extreme level, the tonal quality from the center and rear speakers may not match that of the main left and right speakers.

•If you have connected a recording component to the VCR OUT, or MD/CD-R OUT jacks, and you notice distortion or low volume during playback from other components, try turning the recording component on.

8 Select a DSP program if desired.

Use PROGRAM l / h (PROG –/+ on the remote control) to select a DSP program. See pages 27 – 30 for details about DSP programs.

PROGRAM

PROG

PROG

 

or

MUTE

Front panel

 

Remote control

■BGV (background video) function

The BGV function allows you to view images from a video source together with sounds from an audio source. For example, you can enjoy listening to classical music while watching beautiful scenery from a video source on the video monitor.

Select a source from the video group, then select a source from the audio group using the input selector buttons on the remote control.

DVD D-TV/CBL VCR

CD MD/CD-R V-AUX

TUNER

■To mute the sound

Press MUTE on the

 

remote control.

MUTE

 

To resume audio output, press

MUTE again.

y

•You can change the amount by which the unit reduces the volume in “OPTION 3 AUDIO MUTE” in the set menu.

•You can also cancel mute by pressing VOLUME +/–, etc.

•During muting, the MUTE indicator flashes on the front panel display.

■Night listening mode

This mode reproduces dialogue clearly while reducing the volume of loud sound effects for easier listening at low volumes or at night.

Press NIGHT on the

remote control.

NIGHT

 

Press NIGHT once more to

 

return to normal reproduction.

 

Note

• Setting the unit in standby mode cancels night listening mode.

y

•You can use night listening mode with any of the sound field programs.

•The NIGHT indicator on the front panel display lights when the unit is in night listening mode.

•Night listening mode may vary in effectiveness depending on the input source and surround sound settings you use.

■When you have finished using this unit

Press STANDBY/ON (POWER on the remote control) to set this unit in standby mode.

 

POWER

STANDBY

or

/ON

 

Front panel

Remote control

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Contents RX-V340RDS For U.K. customers Special Instructions for U.K. ModelContents Features Other featuresAbout this manual Sophisticated AM/FM TunerSupplied accessories Getting StartedControl Controls and Functions Front panelNext SET Menu -/+Remote control MuteProgram -/+ Using the remote control Handling the remote controlFront panel display Connecting to digital jacks ConnectionsSubwoofer Output jack Connecting video components Connecting audio components Connecting a CD playerConnecting a CD recorder or MD Recorder Connecting the antennas Connecting the AM loop antennaFrequency Step switch General model only Indoor FM antenna included Ground GND terminalConnecting an external decoder DVD/SACD playerConnecting the speakers Speaker placementSpeakers Connecting to the Main a Speakers terminals Connections10 mm 3/8 Red positive + Black negative Banana plugMain Speakers terminals Rear Speakers terminalsRear speaker system can be connected to these terminals Center Speaker terminalsConnecting the power supply Cords Turning on the powerConnecting the AC power cord General model onlyBasic System Settings Using the basic menuSetup ExitSET YESSetting the unit to match your Speaker system Setting speaker output levelsPlayback ON/OFF inward onTo select the audio source connected to the 6CH Input jacks Front panelNight listening mode When you have finished using this unitBGV background video function To mute the soundThis mode, the input signal is selected Automatically as follows Digital signal Analog signalThis mode, only digital input signals Input modes and indicationsAdventure Program l / hProg -/+ Matrix Selecting PRO Logic or PRO LogicPlaying Dolby Digital EX or DTS ES Material Virtual Cinema DSP Normal stereo reproductionPress Stereo again to turn the sound effect back on Digital Sound Field Processing DSP Understanding sound fieldsHi-Fi DSP programs Recreating a sound fieldCINEMA-DSP Sound design of CINEMA-DSPCINEMA-DSP Programs For audio-video sources No toFor movie programs Straight DecodeSound field effects Dolby Digital/DTS + DSP sound field effectDolby Digital/DTS + Matrix 6.1 + DSP sound field effect Dolby Pro Logic + DSP sound field effectTuning Automatic tuningManual tuning AM 1530 kHzPresetting stations Automatically presetting stations for FM StationsA1FM 89.9 MHz Manually presetting stations C3AM 1440 kHzTune in to a station Repeat steps 1 to 5 to store other stationsSelecting a preset station Exchanging preset stationsPress PRESET/TUNING Edit again E1FM 87.5 MHzChanging the RDS mode Receiving RDS StationsDescription of RDS data To cancel this function Press PTY Seek Mode to set the unit PTY Seek modePTY Seek function EON functionSleep Timer Canceling the sleep timerSetting the sleep timer Sleep 120min L RSpecial considerations when recording DTS material RecordingAdjusting the items on the set Menu SET MenuSet menu list Speaker mode settings 1A Center center speaker modeLRG SML1B Main main speaker mode 1C Rear LR rear speaker mode1D Bass bass out mode Setting by meters Setting by feetSpeaker distance Dynamic rangeInitial input mode Sound 5 Center GEQ center Graphic equalizerInput 1 I/O Assign input Output assignment Headphone tone controlMemory guard 50dB20dB Setting the Speaker Levels Adjusting the volume during PlaybackUsing the test tone Changing parameter settings Sound Field Program Parameter EditingRepeat steps 1 3 if you wish to alter other parameters Select a sound field programFrom main left and right speakers, initial setting is Digital sound field parameter descriptionsFor 5ch Stereo CT Width Center widthTroubleshooting GeneralNo sound / weak Sound from particularSpeakers No sound from Effect speakersVolume level cannot Other settings on Unit cannot be changed Unit does notInto standby mode Humming sound canRemote control TunerGlossary PCM Linear PCM Sampling frequency and number Quantized bitsSpecifications WB14590

RX-V340RDS specifications

The Yamaha RX-V340RDS is a well-regarded AV receiver that debuted in the early 2000s, making its mark in the home theater community for its impressive audio quality and versatile features. Designed to cater to audiophiles and casual listeners alike, the RX-V340RDS offers a blend of modern technology and user-friendly functionality, ensuring a satisfying home entertainment experience.

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