Yamaha RX-V657 owner manual Front panel display

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Front panel display

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DVR/VCR2

VCR1

V-AUX

DTV/CBL

DVD

MD/CD-R TUNER

CD

PHONO

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MATRIX DISCRETE

VIRTUAL SILENT CINEMA

SP

 

 

YPAO AUTO TUNED STEREO MEMORY

MUTE VOLUME

q DIGITAL

STANDARD ZONE2 NIGHT

HiFi DSP

PTY HOLD PS PTY RT CT EON SLEEP

dB

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q PL

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96/24

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L C R

PCM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LFE SL SB SR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1 Decoder indicators

 

 

 

0 STEREO indicator

 

 

When any of this unit’s decoders function, the respective indicator lights up.

Lights up when this unit is receiving a strong signal for an FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicator is lit.

2VIRTUAL indicator

Lights up when Virtual CINEMA DSP is active (see page 36).

3SILENT CINEMA indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected and a sound field program is selected (see page 31).

4Input source indicators

A cursor lights to show the current input source.

5Sound field indicators

Light to indicate the active DSP sound fields.

Presence DSP sound field

 

Listening position

Left surround

Right surround

DSP sound field

DSP sound field

Surround back DSP sound field

6CINEMA DSP indicator

Lights up when you select a CINEMA DSP sound field program.

7YPAO indicator

Lights up during the auto setup procedure and when the auto setup speaker settings are used without any modifications.

8AUTO indicator

Lights up when this unit is in automatic tuning mode.

9TUNED indicator

Lights up when this unit is tuned into a station.

AMEMORY indicator

Flashes to show that a station can be stored.

BMUTE indicator

Flashes while the MUTE function is on.

CVOLUME level indication

Indicates the current volume level.

DPCM indicator

Lights up when this unit is reproducing PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) digital audio signals.

ESTANDARD indicator

Lights up when Surround Standard or Surround Enhanced is selected (see page 34).

FNIGHT indicator

Lights up when you select night listening mode.

GSP A B indicators

Light up according to the set of front speakers selected. Both indicators light up when both sets of speakers are selected.

HHeadphones indicator

Lights up when headphones are connected.

IHiFi DSP indicator

Lights up when you select a HiFi DSP sound field program.

JMulti-information display

Shows the current sound field program name and other information when adjusting or changing settings.

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Contents RX-V657 For U.K. customers Special Instructions for U.K. ModelContents Sound field features FeaturesBuilt-in 7-channel power amplifier Other featuresGetting Started Supplied accessoriesSlide the cover back until it snaps into place Controls and Functions Front panelInput Mode VolumePRESET/TUNING Edit Speakers A/BRemote control Using the remote control Front panel display LFE indicator Sleep indicator96/24 indicator Input channel indicatorsRear panel AC OutletsSpeaker Setup Speaker placement10 mm Speaker connectionsRed positive + Black negative Right Left Front speakers a Subwoofer System Presence speakersRight Left CenterSurround terminals Front terminalsCenter terminals Subwoofer jackBefore connecting components ConnectionsConnections for DVD playback Connecting video componentsVideo Monitor For 6-channel input Connecting to the Multi CH Input jacksExternal decoder DVD recorder Connections for other video componentsVideo AUX jacks on the front panel Or VCRMD recorder or Tape deck Connecting audio componentsConnections for audio components CD playerSurround PRE OUT jacks Connecting to an external amplifierFront PRE OUT jacks Center PRE OUT jackClamp it with Pliers Connecting the FM and AM antennasInsert the cable Wire into the slot Snap the cover into placeAC Outlets Switched Connecting the power supply cordConnecting the AC power cord Memory back-upSpeaker impedance setting Turning on the powerChecks and adjusts the sound level volume of each speaker Auto SetupIntroduction Optimizer microphone setup Optimizer microphone positionAutocheck Starting the setupAutomenu ResultexitError Press j / i to switch between warning messages For details about each message, seeTroubleshooting for auto setup procedure Before auto setup Errors during auto setup2OVER 24m 1OUT of Phase3LEVEL Error Cause RemedyBasic operations Adjust the volume to the desired output levelPlayback Select the input sourceSelect a sound field program if desired To adjust the toneTo listen with headphones Silent CinemaFront panel operation Selecting sound field programsSelecting Multi CH Input Playing video sources BackgroundAuto Auto Remote control operationEnjoying multi-channel software Decoders select with jWhen you select the SUR. Enhanced or Movie Theater program Press Select on the remote control to select the decoderWhen you select the SUR. Standard program Enjoying 2-channel software in surroundThis adjusts the level of compression Indicator around the front panel button lights upTo cancel, press Pure Direct again Listening to high fidelity stereo soundSelecting input modes Displaying information about the input Information about the input signalPress u / d to display the following SourcePress PRESET/TUNING l / h once to begin automatic tuning FM/AM TuningAutomatic and manual tuning Press FM/AM to select the reception bandAutomatically presetting FM stations Presetting stationsManual tuning Press FM/AM to select the FM bandPress and hold Memory MAN’L/AUTO FM for more than 3 seconds Manually presetting stationsAutomatic preset tuning options Tune into a stationShows the displayed station has been stored as C3 Selecting preset stationsPreset number Repeat steps 1 to 5 to store other stationsSee Selecting preset stations Exchanging preset stationsSelect preset station E1 Press and hold PRESET/TUNING Edit for more than 3 secondsReceiving Radio Data System stations PTY Changing the Radio Data System modeFrequency display PTY Seek function Lights up Remote controlSelected program type appears in the front panel display To cancel this function EON functionSpecial considerations when recording DTS software RecordingStereo Sound Field Program DescriptionsFor movie/video sources MusicAdventure SpectacleSci-Fi GeneralSUR. Standard For music sourcesEntertainment SUR. EnhancedAdvanced Operations Selecting the OSD mode Using the sleep timerP04 Movie Theater Press j / i to adjust the speaker output level Manually adjusting speaker levelsCanceling the sleep timer Press Enter when you have completed your adjustmentSET Menu Auto SetupManual Setup Sound MenuSignal Info Option MenuPress Enter to enter Manual Setup Using SET MenuPress u / d to select Manual Setup To exit, press SET Menu when finishedCenter SP Sound Menu 1/2Front SP SUR. L/R SPLFE/BASS OUT SUR. B L/R SPPresence SP Priority 02ASUBWOOFER PhaseSubwoofer phase Subwoofer Phase Presence/Surround back channel priorityCSP Distance DequalizerElfe Level Gaudio SETFdynamic Range Optical OUT Input MenuCMPNT-V Input OpticalVolume Trim Dvolume Trim Binput ModeInput mode Binput Mode Cinput RenameAdisplay SET Option MenuBmemory Guard Dmulti Zone SET Speaker B setting SP BCPARAM. INI Parameter initialization CPARAM. INIAdvanced Setup menu is displayed in the front panel display Advanced Setup MenuPress STANDBY/ON to confirm your selection Speaker impedance SP IMP Advanced Setup menu itemsFactory presets Preset Remote RemoteControlling this unit Component control areaRemote Control Code Default Settings Setting remote control codesTransmit indicator on the remote control flashes twice Digital TV LD player CD player Controlling other componentsDVD player TunerClearing set up remote control codes Switching library codesEnter the code number Zone System configuration and connections exampleZone 2 connections To control Zone Press to set the remote control to Zone Remote controlling ZoneUsing this unit’s internal amplifier Second room This unitFor DVDs encoded in DTS To turn on all units the main unit and Zone 2 unitSpecial considerations for DTS software For CDs encoded in DTSWhat is a sound field Changing parameter settings Editing Sound Field ParametersPress u / d to select Resetting parameters to the factory PresetsPress j / i to change Parameter value DSP Level DSP level INIT. DLY/P. INIT. DLY Initial delaySound Field Parameter Descriptions Room SIZE/P. Room Size Room sizeLiveness Liveness INIT. DLY Surround initial delaySB INI. DLY Surround back initial delay Room Size Surround room sizeREV.TIME Reverberation time REV.DELAY Reverberation delayREV. Level Reverberation level For 2ch Stereo Direct Direct Dimension DimensionDIALG.LIFT Dialog lift For 7ch StereoControl range 0 to Initial setting For DTS Neo6 Music Image Center imageTroubleshooting GeneralOnly the speaker on Problem Cause Remedy Refer to Sound suddenlyGoes off One side can beVolume level Problem Cause Remedy Refer to Dolby Digital or DTSOr DTS indicator on Sources cannot beTuner Does not work nor Remote controlProblem Cause Remedy Refer to Remote control Function properlyResetting the Factory Presets Glossary Audio formatsCinema DSP Sound field programsAudio information Silent CinemaComposite video signal Video signal informationComponent video signal Video signalSpecifications APPENDIX-i APPENDIX-ii APPENDIX-iii APPENDIX-iv APPENDIX-v WE60030

RX-V657 specifications

The Yamaha RX-V657 is a versatile and robust AV receiver, designed to cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Released in the mid-2000s, this model quickly became popular due to its impressive feature set and solid performance, making it an excellent choice for home theater enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the RX-V657 is its ability to deliver 6.1 channel surround sound. This receiver supports various audio formats, including Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES, allowing it to immerse listeners in multi-dimensional soundscapes. Users can enjoy their favorite movies, music, and games with enhanced depth and clarity, ensuring an engaging audio experience.

The RX-V657 is equipped with Yamaha's proprietary YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) technology. This feature automatically measures the acoustics of your room and adjusts the speaker settings accordingly, optimizing the sound output based on the specific environment. This ensures that you achieve the best possible sound quality, regardless of your room's shape or furnishings.

Another notable aspect of the RX-V657 is its connectivity options. The receiver comes with multiple HDMI inputs, allowing for easy integration with modern devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. It also features legacy connections like component and composite video inputs, making it compatible with older equipment as well. Additionally, the inclusion of an FM/AM tuner ensures that users can enjoy traditional radio broadcasts.

The RX-V657 includes a variety of audio processing features, such as Yamaha's cinema DSP. This technology recreates the acoustic characteristics of famous concert halls and cinema environments, enhancing the listening experience for music and movie fans alike. The receiver supports multiple sound fields, giving users the flexibility to choose the optimal setting for their content.

In terms of power, the RX-V657 delivers a solid performance with 100 watts per channel. This wattage ensures that it can drive a wide range of speakers, providing sufficient power for both small and larger home theater setups. The RX-V657 also incorporates a high dynamic power capability, which improves performance during demanding audio passages.

The design of the RX-V657 reflects Yamaha’s commitment to quality, featuring a sleek, modern aesthetic with a user-friendly front panel. The intuitive layout of controls, along with a well-organized display, enhances the overall user experience, making it easy to navigate through various settings and features.

In conclusion, the Yamaha RX-V657 is a feature-rich AV receiver that combines advanced audio technologies with practical connectivity options. It caters to the needs of both casual listeners and dedicated audio enthusiasts, making it a valuable addition to any home theater system. Its blend of performance, versatility, and ease of use positions it as a highly regarded model in Yamaha's lineup.
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