MANUAL SETUP

You can use the following parameters in SET MENU to manually adjust a variety of system settings and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment.

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You can run MANUAL SETUP using the system menu that appears in the OSD or in the front panel display. This manual uses the OSD illustrations to explain the MANUAL SETUP procedure.

1 BASIC MENU

Use to manually adjust basic system parameters.

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A)SPEAKER SET

Selects the size of each speaker, the speakers for low-frequency signal output and the cross over

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frequency.

 

 

 

 

 

B)SP LEVEL

Adjusts the output level of each speaker.

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C)SP DISTANCE

Adjusts the delay time of each speaker.

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D)THX SET

Adjusts the THX settings.

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E)TEST TONE

Turns the test tone output on or off for the SPEAKER SET, SP LEVEL and

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SP DISTANCE settings.

 

 

 

 

 

2 SOUND MENU

Use to manually adjust speaker settings or compensate for video signal processing delays when using LCD monitors or projectors. Most of the SOUND MENU parameters are set automatically when you run AUTO SETUP (see page 32).

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Most of the parameters described in SOUND MENU are set automatically when you run AUTO SETUP (see page 32). You can use SOUND MENU to make further adjustments, but we recommend running AUTO SETUP first.

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A)EQUALIZER

Adjusts the tonal quality of each speaker.

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B)LFE LEVEL

Adjusts the output level of the LFE channel for Dolby Digital or DTS signals.

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C)DYNAMIC RANGE

Adjusts the dynamic range of Dolby Digital or DTS signals.

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D)AUDIO SET

Adjusts the overall audio settings for this unit.

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E)HDMI SET

Adjusts the HDMI support audio.

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3 INPUT MENU

Use to manually reassign digital input and output, select the input mode, rename your input, or specify external input settings.

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A)I/O ASSIGNMENT

Assigns jacks according to the component to be used.

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B)INPUT RENAME

Changes the name of the input.

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C)VOLUME TRIM

Adjusts the output volume of each jack.

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D)DECODER MODE

Selects the input mode for the sources connected to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks on the rear panel of

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this unit.

 

 

 

 

 

E)MULTI CH SET

Adjusts the direction of the signals input into the center, subwoofer and surround channels when a

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source component is connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks.

 

 

 

 

 

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Yamaha RX-V1600 owner manual Manual Setup, Use to manually adjust basic system parameters

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.

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