Yamaha RX-V657 owner manual Advanced Operations, Selecting the OSD mode Using the sleep timer

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Selecting the OSD mode

 

Using the sleep timer

You can display this unit’s operating information on a video monitor. If you display the SET MENU and sound field program parameter settings on a monitor, it is much easier to see the available options and parameters than it is by reading this information on the front panel display.

1Turn on the video monitor connected to this unit.

2Press ON SCREEN repeatedly to change the OSD mode.

The OSD mode changes in the

DISPLAY

following order: full display, short ON SCREEN display, and display off.

Full display

Always shows the sound field program parameter settings as well as the contents of the front panel display.

Short display

Briefly shows the contents of the front panel display at the bottom of the screen each time you operate this unit.

Display off

Only operations performed using ON SCREEN are displayed. The OSD is displayed when using SET MENU or the test tone feature, even if the OSD mode is set to “Display off”.

P04 MOVIE THEATER

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Full display

Short display

Notes

•The OSD signal is not output to the REC OUT jack, and will not be recorded.

•You can set the OSD to turn on (gray background) or off when a video source is not being reproduced (or the source component is turned off) by using “DISPLAY SET” (see page 63).

•When using component video signals, the “Short display” is not output to the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks. To display the OSD with component video signal input, set the OSD mode to “Full display” while GRAY BACK in DISPLAY SET (see page 63) is set to AUTO.

Use this feature to automatically set this unit in the standby mode after a certain amount of time. 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 any external components connected to AC OUTLET(S).

■Setting the sleep timer

2

1Select a source and start playback on the source component.

2Press SLEEP repeatedly to set

the amount of time.

 

 

 

SLEEP

 

 

 

 

Each time you press SLEEP, the front

 

panel display changes as shown

 

 

below. The SLEEP indicator flashes

 

 

while switching the amount of time

 

 

for the sleep timer.

 

 

 

 

SLEEP

120min

SLEEP

90min

SLEEP OFF

SLEEP

30min

SLEEP

60min

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVR/VCR2 VCR1

V-AUX DTV/CBL

DVD

MD/CD-R

TUNER

CD PHONO

 

HiFi DSP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The SLEEP indicator lights up in the front panel display, and the display returns to the selected sound field program.

SLEEP indicator

DVR/VCR2 VCR1 V-AUX DTV/CBL

DVD MD/CD-R TUNER

CD

PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

TV Sports

OPERATION

ADVANCED

 

 

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Contents RX-V657 Special Instructions for U.K. Model For U.K. customersContents Built-in 7-channel power amplifier FeaturesSound field features Other featuresSlide the cover back until it snaps into place Supplied accessoriesGetting Started Front panel Controls and FunctionsPRESET/TUNING Edit VolumeInput Mode Speakers A/BRemote control Using the remote control Front panel display 96/24 indicator Sleep indicatorLFE indicator Input channel indicatorsAC Outlets Rear panelSpeaker placement Speaker SetupRed positive + Black negative Speaker connections10 mm Right Left Subwoofer System Presence speakersRight Left Front speakers a CenterCenter terminals Front terminalsSurround terminals Subwoofer jackConnections Before connecting componentsVideo Monitor Connecting video componentsConnections for DVD playback External decoder Connecting to the Multi CH Input jacksFor 6-channel input Video AUX jacks on the front panel Connections for other video componentsDVD recorder Or VCRConnections for audio components Connecting audio componentsMD recorder or Tape deck CD playerFront PRE OUT jacks Connecting to an external amplifierSurround PRE OUT jacks Center PRE OUT jackInsert the cable Wire into the slot Connecting the FM and AM antennasClamp it with Pliers Snap the cover into placeConnecting the AC power cord Connecting the power supply cordAC Outlets Switched Memory back-upTurning on the power Speaker impedance settingIntroduction Optimizer microphone setup Auto SetupChecks and adjusts the sound level volume of each speaker Optimizer microphone positionAutomenu Starting the setupAutocheck ResultexitError For details about each message, see Press j / i to switch between warning messagesErrors during auto setup Troubleshooting for auto setup procedure Before auto setup3LEVEL Error 1OUT of Phase2OVER 24m Cause RemedyPlayback Adjust the volume to the desired output levelBasic operations Select the input sourceTo listen with headphones Silent To adjust the toneSelect a sound field program if desired CinemaSelecting Multi CH Input Selecting sound field programsFront panel operation Playing video sources BackgroundEnjoying multi-channel software Remote control operationAuto Auto Decoders select with jWhen you select the SUR. Standard program Press Select on the remote control to select the decoderWhen you select the SUR. Enhanced or Movie Theater program Enjoying 2-channel software in surroundTo cancel, press Pure Direct again Indicator around the front panel button lights upThis adjusts the level of compression Listening to high fidelity stereo soundSelecting input modes Press u / d to display the following Information about the input signalDisplaying information about the input SourceAutomatic and manual tuning FM/AM TuningPress PRESET/TUNING l / h once to begin automatic tuning Press FM/AM to select the reception bandManual tuning Presetting stationsAutomatically presetting FM stations Press FM/AM to select the FM bandAutomatic preset tuning options Manually presetting stationsPress and hold Memory MAN’L/AUTO FM for more than 3 seconds Tune into a stationPreset number Selecting preset stationsShows the displayed station has been stored as C3 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to store other stationsSelect preset station E1 Exchanging preset stationsSee Selecting preset stations Press and hold PRESET/TUNING Edit for more than 3 secondsReceiving Radio Data System stations Frequency display Changing the Radio Data System modePTY Selected program type appears in the front panel display Lights up Remote controlPTY Seek function EON function To cancel this functionRecording Special considerations when recording DTS softwareFor movie/video sources Sound Field Program DescriptionsStereo MusicSci-Fi SpectacleAdventure GeneralEntertainment For music sourcesSUR. Standard SUR. EnhancedP04 Movie Theater Selecting the OSD mode Using the sleep timerAdvanced Operations Canceling the sleep timer Manually adjusting speaker levelsPress j / i to adjust the speaker output level Press Enter when you have completed your adjustmentManual Setup Auto SetupSET Menu Sound MenuOption Menu Signal InfoPress u / d to select Manual Setup Using SET MenuPress Enter to enter Manual Setup To exit, press SET Menu when finishedFront SP Sound Menu 1/2Center SP SUR. L/R SPPresence SP SUR. B L/R SPLFE/BASS OUT Subwoofer phase Subwoofer Phase 02ASUBWOOFER PhasePriority Presence/Surround back channel priorityDequalizer CSP DistanceFdynamic Range Gaudio SETElfe Level CMPNT-V Input Input MenuOptical OUT OpticalInput mode Binput Mode Binput ModeVolume Trim Dvolume Trim Cinput RenameBmemory Guard Option MenuAdisplay SET CPARAM. INI Speaker B setting SP BDmulti Zone SET Parameter initialization CPARAM. INIPress STANDBY/ON to confirm your selection Advanced Setup MenuAdvanced Setup menu is displayed in the front panel display Factory presets Preset Advanced Setup menu itemsSpeaker impedance SP IMP Remote RemoteComponent control area Controlling this unitTransmit indicator on the remote control flashes twice Setting remote control codesRemote Control Code Default Settings DVD player Controlling other componentsDigital TV LD player CD player TunerEnter the code number Switching library codesClearing set up remote control codes Zone 2 connections System configuration and connections exampleZone Using this unit’s internal amplifier Remote controlling ZoneTo control Zone Press to set the remote control to Zone Second room This unitSpecial considerations for DTS software To turn on all units the main unit and Zone 2 unitFor DVDs encoded in DTS For CDs encoded in DTSEditing Sound Field Parameters What is a sound field Changing parameter settingsPress j / i to change Parameter value Resetting parameters to the factory PresetsPress u / d to select Sound Field Parameter Descriptions INIT. DLY/P. INIT. DLY Initial delayDSP Level DSP level Room SIZE/P. Room Size Room sizeSB INI. DLY Surround back initial delay INIT. DLY Surround initial delayLiveness Liveness Room Size Surround room sizeREV. Level Reverberation level REV.DELAY Reverberation delayREV.TIME Reverberation time DIALG.LIFT Dialog lift Dimension DimensionFor 2ch Stereo Direct Direct For 7ch StereoFor DTS Neo6 Music Image Center image Control range 0 to Initial settingGeneral TroubleshootingGoes off Problem Cause Remedy Refer to Sound suddenlyOnly the speaker on One side can beOr DTS indicator on Problem Cause Remedy Refer to Dolby Digital or DTSVolume level Sources cannot beTuner Problem Cause Remedy Refer to Remote control Remote controlDoes not work nor Function properlyResetting the Factory Presets Audio formats GlossaryAudio information Sound field programsCinema DSP Silent CinemaComponent video signal Video signal informationComposite 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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