SPEAKER MODE SETTINGS

This unit is equipped with a main amplifier capable of handling 5.1 channel. Although up to 6 speakers can be connected, it is possible to select the speaker mode that gives the best sound field effect according to the number and size of speakers being used.

Before use, please set the speaker mode setting using “1 SPEAKER SET” on the SET MENU described on page 39.

Summary of SPEAKER SET Items 1A through 1E

Item

Description

Control value (default

setting indicated in bold)

 

 

 

 

 

1A CENTER SP

Selects the output mode according to whether or not a center speaker is

LRG/SML/NONE

 

being used and its performance.

 

 

 

 

1B MAIN SP

Selects the output mode according to the performance of the main

LARGE/SMALL

 

speakers.

 

 

 

 

1C REAR L/R SP

Selects the output mode according to whether or not rear L/R speakers

LRG/SML/NONE

 

are being used and their performance.

 

 

 

 

1D LFE/BASS OUT

Selects the speaker according to use for LFE signal output and low bass

SWFR/MAIN/BOTH

 

signal.

 

 

 

 

1E MAIN LEVEL

Selects the main speaker level.

Normal/–10 dB

 

 

 

PREPARATION

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Yamaha RX-V620RDS owner manual Speaker Mode Settings, Summary of Speaker SET Items 1A through 1E, Setting indicated in bold

RX-V620RDS specifications

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