PLAYBACK

5Rotate VOLUME on the front panel (or press VOLUME +/– on the remote control) to adjust the volume to the desired output level.

VOLUME

+

or VOLUME

–

Front panel

Remote control

6Press TONE CONTROL on the front panel repeatedly to select “TREBLE” or “BASS” and then press BASS/TREBLE +/– buttons to adjust the corresponding frequency response level.

TONE CONTROL

BASS/TREBLE

 

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VOLUME

 

 

SP

 

 

A

 

dB

TREBLE

0dB

L R

•Select “TREBLE” to adjust the high-frequency response.

•Select “BASS” to adjust the low-frequency response.

Notes

•Speaker and headphone adjustments are stored independently.

•When “TC.BYPASS” is set to “AUTO” (see page 73), and “BASS” and “TREBLE” are set to 0 dB, audio output automatically bypasses the tone control circuitry of this unit.

•If you increase or decrease the high-frequency or low- frequency sound to an extreme level, the tonal quality of the surround speakers may not match that of the front left and right speakers.

•TONE CONTROL is not effective when the “DIRECT STEREO” mode (see page 37) is selected or when “MULTI CH INPUT” (see page 36) is selected as the input source.

•To enjoy multi-channel sources in surround, see page 39 for details.

7Press PROGRAM l / h buttons on the front panel (or press one of the sound field program selector buttons on the remote control repeatedly) to select the desired sound field program.

The name of the selected sound field program appears in the front panel display.

See page 55 for details about sound field programs.

l PROGRAM h

Front panel

or

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.

 

Remote control

 

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VOLUME

 

 

 

 

SP

 

 

 

 

A

Sports

dB

TV

L R

Currently selected sound

field program

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.

•To display information about the currently selected input source in the front panel display, see page 37 for details.

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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.

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