Handling the remote control, Approximately 6 m

GETTING STARTED

Handling the remote control

The remote control transmits a directional infrared ray.

Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on the main unit during operation.

Approximately 6 m	30	30

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INTRODUCTION

Notes

•Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote control.

•Do not drop the remote control.

•Do not leave or store the remote control in the following types of conditions:

–places of high humidity, such as near a bath

–places of high temperatures, such as near a heater or stove

–extremely low temperatures

–dusty places

Opening and closing the front panel door

When you want to use the controls behind the front panel door, open the door by gently pressing on the lower part of the panel. Keep the door closed when not using these controls.

To open, press gently on the lower part of the panel.

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Yamaha RX-V1600 owner manual Handling the remote control, Opening and closing the front panel door, Approximately 6 m

RX-V1600 specifications

The Yamaha RX-V1600 is a powerful and versatile A/V receiver that has gained acclaim for its robust features and exceptional audio performance. Launched in the mid-2000s, this receiver remains a popular choice among home theater enthusiasts looking to enhance their audio and video experience.

One of the standout features of the RX-V1600 is its capability to deliver a whopping 7.1-channel surround sound output, which immerses listeners in a rich audio environment. This is achieved through its rated power output of 130 watts per channel, providing ample power to drive both small and large speakers effectively. The receiver is compatible with various surround sound formats, including Dolby Digital and DTS, ensuring that users enjoy a fully immersive cinematic experience.

Incorporating advanced digital processing technologies, the RX-V1600 enhances audio clarity and fidelity. Yamaha's proprietary CINEMA DSP technology allows users to simulate a range of acoustic environments, making it feel as if they are in a concert hall or a movie theater. Additionally, the receiver features a comprehensive suite of equalization options, enabling users to tailor the sound to their preferences and room acoustics.

The RX-V1600 also comes equipped with a range of connectivity options, making it versatile for different audio and video sources. It includes multiple HDMI inputs, which allow seamless integration with high-definition devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The receiver also supports upscaling video signals to 1080p, enhancing the viewing experience for non-HD content.

Furthermore, the RX-V1600 boasts Yamaha’s YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) technology, which automatically measures the acoustics of the room and calibrates the audio output accordingly. This ensures that users receive the best possible sound quality tailored to their specific environment.

With its blend of advanced technology, impressive power output, and comprehensive connectivity options, the Yamaha RX-V1600 remains a valuable choice for anyone seeking a high-performance audio-video receiver to help create an outstanding home theater experience. Its durable build, user-friendly interface, and flexible functionality make it a lasting investment for sound enthusiasts. Whether for movies, music, or gaming, the RX-V1600 delivers an engaging auditory experience that continues to impress users even years after its release.

Contents

RX-V1600 Special Instructions for U.K. Model For U.K. customers Contents Features Getting Started Supplied accessoriesPlease check that you received all of the following parts Installing batteries Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control Installing batteries in the remote controls To open, press gently on the lower part of the panel Handling the remote controlOpening and closing the front panel door Approximately 6 m Multi CH Input Master ON/OFF Audio SelectMain Zone ON/OFF FM/AM PRESET/TUNING EditTuning Mode AUTO/MAN’L, Display Volume Macro ON/OFF Remote controlLEVEL, Band Return Standby PowerVolume + PTY Seek Mode Volume + Zone 2/Zone 3 remote controlPreset + ID1/ID2 switch Front panel display PTY Hold AC Outlets Rear panelWrench Holder Voltage Selector Connections Before connecting speakers Connecting to the speaker terminals Connecting speakersDi-pole speaker layout Speaker terminal wrench Red positive + Black negative 10 mmRed positive + Black negative Connect presence speakers to these terminals Connecting the banana plugSpeaker layout PRESENCE/ZONE 23 terminals Right Left Surround speakers Surround back speakers Bi-AMP connection Using bi-wire and bi-AMP connectionsBi-wire connection Conventional connection Analog jacks Cable indicationsDigital jacks Digital Audio Coaxial jacks Audio signal flow for OUT RECAudio jacks Audio jacks Digital Audio Optical jacks Component Video jacks Video signal flow for Monitor OUTVideo jacks Video jacks Hdmi out DVD Player Cable TV or Connecting Hdmi componentsHdmi Video Monitor Connecting a DVD player Connecting video componentsVideo Monitor Satellite tuner Connecting other video componentsDVD recorder Or VCR Connecting to the Video AUX jacks on the front panel Connecting to the Multi CH Input jacks CD player Connecting audio componentsCD recorder MD recorder or tape deck Connecting an external amplifier Indoor FM antenna included Connecting the antennasConnecting the AM loop antenna Ground GND terminal 2,3 Connecting the power cableAC Outlets Switched Turning on and off this unit This unit, Zone 2 and Zone 3 are turned off Setting the speaker impedanceSelect 6 ohms if you are using 6 ohm speakers This unit will be set to the standby mode Optimizer microphone setup Auto SetupIntroduction Auto Using Auto SetupPress n to select Setup and then press l / h to select SET Menu Resultexit AutomenuIf you selected Auto in step Press Enter to confirm your selection If you selected Reload in stepResultexit display appears Press Enter to return to the Resultexit screen Basic operations PlaybackName of the currently selected input source Dial Norm Front panel Remote control Name of the sound field categoryProgram name Additional operations Adjusting the tonal qualityUsing Silent Cinema Press Mute on the remote control Auto To play back Dolby Digital or DTS signals in 5.1 channelsSelecting the Multi CH Input Enjoying multi-channel software 7.1 channel surround Enjoying 2-channel software in surround Press Select on the remote control to select a decoderDecoder types for the Surround program Lights up Using Pure DirectUsing the night listening modes Choices MIN, MID, MAX Straight Using the sleep timerListening to unprocessed input signals Downmixing to 2 channels Playing video sources Background Virtual Cinema DSPSelecting audio input modes Audio information Displaying information about the input SourceVideo information Recording Turn on the power of this unit and all connected componentsFront panel or FM or AM appears in the front panel display FM/AM TuningAutomatic tuning Press PRESET/TUNING l / h once to begin automatic tuning Straight Manual tuning Automatic preset tuning Customized automatic preset tuning Preset station group Manual preset tuningSee page 46 for tuning instructions Memory indicator flashes for about 5 seconds Repeat steps 1 to 5 to store other stations Selecting preset stations 2,4 Exchanging preset stationsPress and hold PRESET/TUNING Edit for more than 3 seconds Press PRESET/TUNING Edit again Receiving Radio Data System stations Changing the Radio Data System mode Selected program type appears in the front panel display Press PTY Seek Mode to set this unit in the PTY Seek modePress Preset k / n to select the desired program type PTY Seek function EON function To cancel this function Elements of a sound field What is a sound field?Changing parameter settings Editing Sound Field Parameters Resetting parameters to the factory values Program Sound Field Program DescriptionsFor movie/video sources Source Control THX 7ch Stereo For music sources Room Size / P. Room Size Room size INIT. DLY / P. INIT. DLY Initial delaySound Field Parameter Descriptions DSP Level DSP level Room Size Surround room size INIT. DLY Surround initial delaySB. INIT. DLY Surround back initial delay Liveness Liveness REV. Time Reverberation time REV. Delay Reverberation delayREV. Level Reverberation level For Neo6 Music Dialog Lift Dialog liftFor 7ch Stereo For PL x Music Monaural Stereo Sound Field Program Speaker LayoutsAudio *2 Audio *3 6.1-channel Channel audio Standard Audio Channel audio 6.1-channel Use to manually adjust basic system parameters Manual Setup Option Menu Use to manually adjust the optional system settings Use the remote control to access and adjust each parameter Using Manual Setup Center SP Using Basic MenuLFE/BASS OUT Front SP Cross Over Subwoofer PhaseSB L/R SP Presence SP Speaker distance CSP Distance BSP LevelCSP Distance Speaker level BSP Level Aequalizer Using Sound MenuDthx SET Etest Tone Cdynamic Range Blfe LevelDaudio SET Ehdmi SET Using Input Menu Binput Rename Ddecoder ModeCvolume Trim Multi CH Setup Emulti CH SET Adisplay SET Using Option Menu Caudio Select Bmemory GuardHdmi interlace/progressive up-conversion Fzone SET EPARAM. INIParameter initialization EPARAM. INI Zone 3 amplifier ZONE3 AMP Advanced Operations Selecting the OSD mode Adjusting speaker levels Name of the selected parameter Current setting Advanced SetupUsing Advanced Setup User preset Preset Fan operation mode FAN Mode Wake on RS-232C access Wake on 232CRemote control AMP ID Remote AMP Remote control tuner ID Remote TUN Controlling other components Remote Control FeaturesControl area Controlling this unit VOL Controlling each component Input area Component Code Category Setting remote control codesRemote control code default settings Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to Source Press Enter to set the number Setting remote control AMP codesSetting remote control tuner codes Press Enter Europe model To 10 cm Using LearnPress Learn again to exit from the setup mode Press an input selector button to select a source component Press Learn again to exit the learning mode Press Learn using a ballpoint pen or similar objectLearn appears in the display window Using RE-NAME Press a macro button Using MacroMacro buttons First Second Third Set Macro ON/OFF to on Press a macro button Press Macro using a ballpoint pen or similar objectMacro operations Programming Macro operations Basic Clear operations Using ClearPress Clear by using a ballpoint pen or similar object Press k / n to select the clear mode Clearing a learned function Remote control returns to the learning modePress Learn again to exit Press Macro again to exit Press Clear to exit the clearing modeRemote control returns to the macro programming mode Clearing a macro function Using the external amplifiers Connecting the Zone 2 and Zone 3 componentsZone 2/ZONE Selecting Zone 2 or Zone Using the internal amplifiers of this unitFront panel operations Selecting the input source of Zone 2 or Zone Remote control operationsSet AMP/SOURCE/TV on the remote control to AMP Controlling Zone 2 and Zone 100 Using the control mode of Zone 2 and ZoneAdjusting the volume level of Zone 2 or Adjusting the tonal quality of Zone 2 or Hdmi compatibility with this unit What is HDMI?Hdmi 101 Basic Hdmi operations Setting the Hdmi parameters102 103 TroubleshootingGeneral 104 105 Tuner 106 107 Remote control Connect MIC Before Auto SetupDuring Auto Setup 108 109 After Auto Setup2OVER 24m 80ft Audio information Glossary110 Sampling frequency and number Quantized bits 111Neo6 PCM Linear PCM Sound field program information Video information112 Factor 113Frequency Gain 114 Specifications General 115 CD Recorder Cable CD PlayerDVD Player MD Recorder DVD RecorderLD Player Tape Deck Iii VCR National WF99920