Connecting a DVD recorder or a VCR | Yamaha RX-V559 guide

CONNECTIONS

■Connecting a DVD recorder or a VCR

AUDIO

IN DVR OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

out	R L	in	R	L	out	V	in	V
Audio		Audio			Video		Video

(U.S.A. model)

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVR

Y PBPR

out	S	in	S
video-S		video-S
			Y	PB	PR

■Connecting an STB

Audioout	Videoout	video-S out
R L	V	S
		S
AUDIO

DTV/CBL

VIDEO

S VIDEO

DVD recorder or

VCR

Cable TV receiver or satellite receiver

	O	audio out
	O	Optical
		Optical

DIGITAL INPUT

DTV/CBL

OPTICAL

Component video out

Y PBPR

(U.S.A. model)

COMPONENT VIDEO

Y PBPR

DTV/CBL

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Yamaha RX-V559 owner manual Connecting a DVD recorder or a VCR, Connecting an STB

RX-V559 specifications

The Yamaha RX-V559 is a versatile and powerful AV receiver that has garnered attention for its performance and features designed to enhance the home theater experience. This receiver serves as the hub for audio and video systems, providing exceptional sound quality and a plethora of connectivity options.

One of the main features of the RX-V559 is its 7.1 channel surround sound configuration. It is capable of delivering 100 watts per channel, providing robust audio output that fills a room, creating an immersive listening experience. The receiver supports various surround sound formats, including Dolby Digital and DTS, allowing users to enjoy their favorite movies, music, and games in spectacular multi-channel audio.

The RX-V559 comes equipped with Yamaha’s proprietary technologies, such as YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer), which automatically calibrates the audio settings based on the room's acoustics. This feature ensures that users experience optimal sound tailored to their specific environment. Additionally, the component features 192 kHz/24-bit audio processing, ensuring high fidelity playback that brings the subtle details of music and soundtracks to life.

For video capabilities, the RX-V559 supports true HD video formats, including 1080p, which is essential for modern high-definition televisions. The receiver includes multiple HDMI inputs, allowing for easy connections to devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices, all while maintaining high-quality video signal processing.

Another significant characteristic of the RX-V559 is its versatility in connectivity. It includes various input options, including optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as regular analog connections. This ensures compatibility with a wide range of audio and video sources. The receiver also features a built-in AM/FM tuner, providing users access to their favorite radio stations.

The RX-V559 showcases an intuitive on-screen display, making setup and navigation straightforward. The remote control is user-friendly, allowing users to manage their home theater system with ease. Furthermore, the receiver includes pre-outs for external amplification, making it a future-proof option for those looking to expand their audio system.

In summary, the Yamaha RX-V559 is a robust AV receiver that combines powerful audio functionality, advanced video capabilities, and versatile connectivity options. Its combination of modern technologies and user-friendly features makes it a great choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system.

Contents

RX-V559 Important Safety Instructions FCC Information for US customers Example of Antenna Grounding We Want You Listening For a Lifetime IiiFor Canadian Customers Serial No Contents Features Supplied accessories Installing batteries in the remote controlSnap the battery compartment cover back into place Getting Started Controls and Functions Front panel Tuning Mode AUTO/MAN’L VolumePRESET/TUNING, Edit Input Mode Remote control Controlling this unit Power Volume +Return Standby Using the remote control Controlling the Tuner functionsNumeric buttons Band Front panel display EON PTY Hold Rear panel Asia and General models onlyAC Outlets Connections Placing speakers Connecting speakers Front speakers a Right Left Surround speakers SubwooferA. model Front Speakers Center Speaker Front terminals Center terminalsSurround terminals Surround Back terminals Connecting the speaker cable Tighten the knob to secure the wireLoosen the knob Information on jacks and cable plugs Audio jacksVideo jacks Audio and video signal flow Audio signal flow for Audio OUT RECVideo signal flow for Monitor OUT Connecting a TV Connecting a DVD player, a DVD recorder, a VCR or an STB Connecting a DVD playerDVD player Connecting a DVD recorder or a VCR Connecting an STBDVD recorder or Connecting a CD player, an MD player or a tape deck CD playerMD recorder or Tape deck Connecting a Yamaha iPod universal dock Connecting a multi-format player or an external decoder Multi-format player or External decoder Connecting the AM loop antenna Into placeGround GND terminal Outdoor AM antenna Connecting the power cable Memory back-up Setting the speaker impedance Make sure this unit is turned offSee page 27 for details about turning on or off this unit Following display appears in the front panel display Turning on and off the power When all connections are complete, turn on this unitTurning on this unit Turning off this unit Basic Setup Press Enter to enter Basic SetupPress u / d to select Basic Setup Press SET Menu to enter SET Menu Basic Setup Press Enter to confirm your selection Press j / i to select the desired setting Press SET Menu to exit from Basic Setup Currently selected Input source Input mode PlaybackAvailable input sources Treble Currently selected Surround field program Using Audio Features Using Silent CinemaMuting the audio output Selecting the input mode Using the sleep timerAuto DTS Adjusting the speaker level FlashesLights up Selecting the Compressed Music Enhancer mode Selecting the Multi CH Input component Music EnhancerMulti CH Input Display Enjoying multi-channel sources in 2-channel stereo Enjoying pure hi-fi stereo soundEnjoying unprocessed input sources Direct Stereo Using Video Features Signal InfoDisplaying the input source information SET Menu Selecting the OSD mode Playing video sources in the backgroundMusic Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying multi-channel sources in surroundAuto Auto Decoders Enjoying 2-channel sources in surround PRO Logic Using Virtual Cinema DSP Recording Mdsleep FM/AM Tuning Automatic tuningPress PRESET/TUNING/CH l / h once to begin automatic tuning 4 1 Manual tuning Hold down the button to continue searchingNo colon Automatic preset tuning Press and hold Memory MAN’L/AUTO FMFor more than 3 seconds Press FM/AM to select FM as the reception band Manual preset tuning Automatic preset tuning options2,5 Tune into a station automatically or manually Selecting preset stations Preset station numberRepeat steps 1 through 5 to store other stations Displayed station has been stored as C3 Exchanging preset stations See Selecting preset stations on1,3 Press and hold Edit for more than 3 seconds A5FM 90.6 MHz L R Press Edit again XM Satellite Radio Tuning Information from XM Satellite Radio Inc Remote control functions XM Satellite Radio controls and functionsFront panel functions Remote control Lights up Activating XM Satellite Radio Basic XM Satellite Radio operations Preview L R Selecting the XM Satellite Radio search mode All Channel Search modePreset Search modes. You can also enter the channel Category Search mode Press Search Mode on the front panel orSrch Mode on the remote control Repeatedly to select CAT Search Preset Search mode CAT. j / i on the remote controlRepeatedly to change the preset channel Press Category on the front panel or Direct Number Access mode Display changes as follows Preset channels Preset channel number appears in the front panel display Displaying the XM Satellite Radio information When the channel number / name is displayed When the channel category is displayedWhen the artist name / song title is displayed Press Display on the front panel or on the remote control Remote control operations Sound Field ProgramsSelecting sound field programs Elements of a sound field Sound field program descriptions For movie/video sourcesStereo Music For music sources Movie TheaterSUR. Standard SUR. Enhanced Changing sound field parameter settings P02 Music Sound field parameter descriptions DSP LevelINIT.DLY SB INI.DLY Room Size P.ROOM Size S.ROOM Size SB Room Size Liveness S.LIVENESS SB Liveness REV.DELAY REV.TIME REV.LEVEL DirectCT Level SL Level SR Level SB Level Dimension PanoramaCenter Width Image Sound field program speaker layouts Hall in Vienna Bttm Line Roxy ThtrTV Sports Mono Movie Game Monaural Stereo SUR. Standard Dolby Digital PRO Logic DTS Channel audio 6.1-channel audio Monaural Stereo SUR. Enhanced Dolby Digital PRO Logic DTS Plii Movie PLIIx MovieStraight Direct Stereo Basic setup Basic Setup Manual setup Manual SetupSET Menu Signal information Signal Info Using SET Menu Use the remote control to access and adjust each parameterPress u / d to select Manual Setup Press Enter to enter Manual Setup Speaker settings Aspeaker SET Bspeaker LevelFront SP Press SET Menu to exit from SET Menu Center SP SUR. B SP SUR. L/R SPLFE/BASS OUT Center speaker Center SP Surround back speakers 02ASUBWOOFER Phase Subwoofer phase Subwoofer PhaseCross Over Crossover Cross Over CSP Distance Elfe LevelSpeaker distance CSP Distance Center graphic equalizer Dcenter GEQ Audio settings Gaudio SET Fdynamic RangeGaudio SET Input Menu CMPNT-V InputOptical Coaxial Binput Mode Input mode Binput ModeCinput Rename Input rename Cinput Rename Dvolume Trim Display settings Adisplay SETAdisplay SET Dimmer Dimmer Bmemory Guard CPARAM. INIParameter initialization CPARAM. INI OSD shift OSD Shift XM Radio setting EXM Radio SET Dmulti Zone SETEXM Radio SET A. model only Advanced Setup Parameter Parameter setting5 2,4 Factory presets Preset Remote control AMP ID Remote AMPRemote control Tuner ID Remote TUN Remote control XM ID Remote XM A. model only Remote Control Features Controlling this unit, a TV, or other componentsControlling a TV Controlling other components Remote Control Code Default Settings Press Code SET using a ballpoint pen or a similar objectTransmit indicator on the remote control flashes twice Code Setting library codes Setting remote control AMP ID library CodesSetting remote control Tuner ID library Codes Press the numeric buttons to enter the code number 81918 or Press the numeric buttons to enter the code numberControl XM Using MULTI-ZONE Configuration Connecting ZoneMulti-zone configuration and Zone 2 connections This unit Press Zone 2 ON/OFF to set Zone 2 to the standby mode Controlling ZoneControlling Zone 2 with the front panel Press Zone 2 ON/OFF to turn on Zone Setting the remote control to the Zone Mode Controlling Zone 2 with the remote control Controlling iPod without using the OSD Controlling iPod Controlling iPod using the OSD Resetting the System 100 Troubleshooting 101General 102 103 104 TunerXM Satellite Radio U.S.A. model only Remote control 105IPod Glossary Audio information106 Video information 107 Sound field program information 108Virtual Cinema DSP Specifications 109 APPENDIX-i APPENDIX-ii APPENDIX-iii VCRPVR APPENDIX-iv DVD PlayerLD Player DVD Recorder APPENDIX-v Other Audio Accessories APPENDIX-vi WG73420