Yamaha RX-V459 Sound Field Programs, Selecting sound field programs, Elements of a sound field

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SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS

What really creates the rich, full tones of a live instrument are the multiple reflections from the walls of the room. In addition to making the sound live, these reflections enable us to tell where the player is situated as well as the size and shape of the room in which we are sitting.

■Elements of a sound field

There are two distinct types of sound reflections that combine to make up the sound field in addition to the direct sound coming straight to our ears from the player’s instrument.

Early reflections

Reflected sounds reach our ears extremely rapidly (50 ms to 100 ms after the direct sound), after reflecting from one surface only (for example, from a wall or the ceiling). Early reflections actually add clarity to the direct sound.

Reverberations

These are caused by reflections from more than one surface (for example, from the walls, and the ceiling) so numerous that they merge together to form a continuous sonic afterglow. They are non-directional and lessen the clarity of the direct sound.

Direct sound, early reflections and subsequent reverberations taken together help us to determine the subjective size and shape of the room, and it is this information that the digital sound field processor reproduces in order to create sound fields.

If you could create the appropriate early reflections and subsequent reverberations in your listening room, you would be able to create your own listening environment. The acoustics in your room could be changed to those of a concert hall, a dance floor, or a room with virtually any size at all. This ability to create sound fields at will is exactly what YAMAHA has done with the digital sound field processor.

Selecting sound field programs

Notes

•Choose a sound field program based on your listening preference, not merely on the name of the program.

•When you select an input source, this unit automatically selects the last sound field program used with the corresponding input source.

•Sound field programs cannot be selected when the component connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks is selected as the input source (see page 36).

•Sampling frequencies higher than 48 kHz (except for DTS 96/24 signals) are sampled down to 48 kHz and then sound field programs are applied.

■ Front panel operations

■ Remote control operations

STANDBY

/ON

PHONESSPEAKERS

AB

SILENT CINEMA

PRESET/TUNING

FM/AM

A/B/C/D/E

l PRESET/TUNING h

MEMORY

TUNING MODE

 

 

 

 

INPUT

 

STRAIGHT

l

PROGRAM h

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT MODE

 

MULTI CH

EFFECT

 

 

 

 

INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

TONE CONTROL

BASS/TREBLE

 

 

 

PROGRAM l / h buttons

VOLUME

VIDEO AUX

VIDEO

L AUDIO R

PORTABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

FREQ/TEXT

 

EON

AMP

MODE

PTY SEEK

START

 

TV VOL

TV CH

VOLUME

TV MUTE

TV INPUT

 

 

 

 

MUTE

STEREO

MUSIC

ENTERTAIN

MOVIE

1

2

3

4

STANDARD

SELECT

EXTD SUR.

DIRECT ST.

5

6

7

8

SPEAKERS ENHANCER NIGHT STRAIGHT

9

0

10

ENT.

AMP

sound field program selector buttons

Press the PROGRAM l / h buttons on the front

Press AMP and then press one of the sound field

program selector buttons on the remote control

panel repeatedly.

repeatedly.

The name of the selected sound field program appears in

The name of the selected sound field program appears in

the front panel display.

the front panel display.

 

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Contents RX-V459 For U.K. customers Special Instructions for U.K. ModelContents Features Supplied accessories Installing batteries in the remote controlGetting Started Check that you received all of the following partsRemote control sensor PRESET/TUNING l / h, Level +/- buttonsControls and Functions Front panelFront panel display Phones Silent Cinema jackSpeakers A/B buttons BASS/TREBLE +/- buttonRemote control Controlling this unitUsing the remote control B/C/D/E j / i, PRESET/CH u / dControlling the Tuner functions Numeric buttonsFront panel display Headphones indicator Night indicatorHiFi DSP indicator Sleep indicatorRear panel Asia and General models onlyConnections Placing speakersConnecting speakers Front speakers a Right Left Surround speakersFront CenterFront terminals Center terminalsSurround terminals Surround Back terminalsLoosen the knob Connecting the speaker cableTighten the knob to secure the wire Audio jacks Video jacksVideo signal flow for Monitor OUT Audio and video signal flowAudio signal flow for Audio OUT REC Connecting a TV DVD Player Connecting a DVD player, a DVD recorder, a VCR or an STBConnecting a DVD player Connecting a DVD recorder or a VCR Connecting an STBDVD recorder or Cable TV receiver or Satellite receiverMD recorder or tape deck Connecting a CD player, an MD player or a tape deckCD Player Connecting a multi-format player or an external decoder PlayerConnecting the AM loop antenna Other lead wire to the GND terminalSet up the AM loop antenna Repeat steps 2 through 4 to connectMemory back-up Connecting the power cableAsia and General models only Setting the speaker impedance Make sure this unit is in the standby modeFollowing display appears in the front panel display While holding DownTurning on this unit and setting it to the standby mode Turning on the power Setting this unit to the standby modeWhen all connections are complete, turn on this unit Remote control Front panelBasic Setup Press Enter to enter Basic SetupPress AMP on the remote control Press j / i to select the desired settingPress Enter to confirm your selection 6spkPress SET Menu to exit from Basic Setup Check OK? ..YESCurrently selected Input source Input mode PlaybackTurn on the video monitor connected to this unit Available input sourcesTreble Currently selected sound Field programMuting the audio output Using Other FeaturesUsing Silent Cinema Analog Selecting the input modeDTS Lights up Using the sleep timerFlashes Adjusting the speaker level Selecting the Compressed Music Enhancer mode Enhancer 2CH L RChannel stereo Selecting the Multi CH Input componentEnjoying unprocessed input sources Displaying the input source information Enjoying pure hi-fi stereo soundPlaying video sources in the background Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying multi-channel sources in surroundAuto Auto DecodersEnjoying 2-channel sources in surround PRO LogicUsing Virtual Cinema DSP Recording FM/AM Tuning Automatic tuningPress Tuning Mode AUTO/MAN’L so that Auto indicator disappears from the frontAs the input source Press PRESET/TUNING l / h to tune into Panel displayAutomatic preset tuning Press FM/AM to select FM as the reception bandFM appears in the front panel display Press and hold Memory MAN’L/AUTO FM for more than 3 secondsManual preset tuning Automatic preset tuning optionsSee pages 43 and 44 for tuning instructions Tune into a station automatically or manuallySelecting preset stations Preset station numberRepeat steps 1 through 5 to store other stations Displayed station has been stored as C3Press and hold Edit for more than 3 seconds Exchanging preset stationsSee Selecting preset stations on A5FM Press Edit againRadio Data System Tuning Europe Models only Press PRESET/CH u / d on the remoteProgram Control to select the desired program typeUsing the Radio Data System station network POP MDisplaying the Radio Data System information Frequency display Front panel operations Remote control operations Sound Field ProgramsSelecting sound field programs Elements of a sound fieldSound field program descriptions For movie/video sourcesStereo MusicFor music sources Movie TheaterSUR. Standard SUR. EnhancedSettings Sound field parameter descriptions DSP LevelINIT. DLY INIT.DLYRoom Size P.ROOM Size S.ROOM Size SB RM Size Liveness S.LIVENESS SB LivenessREV.DELAY REV.TIMEREV.LEVEL DirectCT Level SL Level SR LevelDimension PanoramaCT Width ImageSound field program speaker layouts Monaural StereoSUR. Standard Dolby Digital PRO Logic DTS Neo6 Cinema Neo6 MusicChannel audio 6.1-channel audio Monaural Stereo SET Menu Adisplay SET Bmemory GuardCPARAM. INI Dmulti ZoneUsing SET Menu Press u / d to select Manual Setup and then press EnterPress Enter to enter Manual Setup Press AMP and then press SET Menu to enter SET MenuPress i to increase the value Press j to decrease the value Press SET Menu to exit from SET MenuSpeaker settings Aspeaker SET Front speakers FrontCenter speaker Center Surround left/right speakers SUR. LRSubwoofer phase Swfr Phase Speaker level B SP LevelLFE/Bass out Bass OUT Crossover CrossoverLow-frequency effect level Elfe Level Speaker distance CSP DistanceCenter graphic equalizer Dcenter GEQ Input assignment Audio settings Gaudio SETDynamic range FD. Range DVD My DVD Display settings Adisplay SET Use this menu to adjust the optional system parametersSpeaker B setting SP B Parameter initialization CPARAM. INIAdvanced Setup Press the Program l / h buttons onName of the selected parameter appears See page 77 for a complete list of available parametersTuner frequency step TU Asia and General models only Factory presets PresetSpeaker impedance SP IMP Controlling this unit Controlling a TV Remote Control FeaturesControlling this unit, a TV, or other components Controlling other components VCRCategory Setting remote control codesRemote Control Code Default Settings Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel to Resetting the SystemFront panel to select Preset Troubleshooting GeneralSound suddenly Goes offSound is heard from Speaker on oneOr DTS indicator Volume levelOther settings of this Unit cannot be Changed Check SP Wires appears in the front panel displayRemote control TunerGlossary Audio informationVideo information Sound field program information Virtual Cinema DSPSpecifications Audio SectionDVD Player All rights reserved

RX-V459 specifications

The Yamaha RX-V459 is a versatile and powerful AV receiver that has become a popular choice among home theater enthusiasts. Known for its impressive features and sound quality, this model stands out in its category, making it an excellent addition to any audio setup.

One of the key features of the RX-V459 is its 7.1-channel surround sound capability. This means it can support up to seven speakers and a subwoofer, ensuring an immersive audio experience. The receiver delivers an impressive power output of 100 watts per channel, which is adequate for filling large rooms with high-quality sound. The RX-V459 also supports various surround sound formats, including Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic II, providing flexibility for different audio sources.

The RX-V459 includes Yamaha's proprietary YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) technology. This innovative feature automatically analyzes your room's acoustics and adjusts the receiver settings for optimal sound performance. By using a provided microphone, YPAO determines the best speaker configuration and calibrates the audio settings accordingly, ensuring a balanced listening experience.

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Music lovers will appreciate the built-in support for various audio formats, including MP3, WMA, and AAC. The receiver also features a multi-zone functionality, allowing users to enjoy audio in different rooms of the home. This feature enables independent volume and source control, providing flexibility for simultaneous usage.

Furthermore, the RX-V459 incorporates a sleek design that complements modern home entertainment systems. Its clear LCD display and intuitive remote control make operation user-friendly. The receiver also comes with a range of listening modes, allowing users to customize their sound settings to suit different genres of music or movie content.

In conclusion, the Yamaha RX-V459 is an all-around excellent AV receiver that combines power, versatility, and advanced technology. With its capable surround sound processing, room calibration technology, and multiple connectivity options, it’s a solid choice for anyone looking to elevate their home audio and visual experience. Whether for movies, music, or gaming, the RX-V459 provides an enriched atmosphere that appeals to audiophiles and casual listeners alike.
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