BG
DSP-E800
AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER
AMPLIFICATEUR D EFFETS AUDIO-VIDEO
OWNER S MANUAL
MODE D EMPLOI
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
BRUKSANVISNING
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
DSP-E800
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1. To assure the finest performance, please read this 12. To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future power cord when there is an electrical storm.
reference.
13. Grounding or polarization  Precautions should be
2. Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place  away taken so that the grounding or polarization of the unit
from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive is not defeated.
vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of
14. AC outlet  Do not connect audio component to the
humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or
AC outlet on the rear panel if that component
electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or
requires more power than the outlet is rated to
water.
provide.
3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the
unit, contact your dealer. This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this
4. Do not use force on switches, controls or connection
unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby
wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the
mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a
power cord and then the wires connected to other
very small quantity of power.
component. Never pull the wires themselves.
5. The openings on the cover assure proper ventilation
For U.K. customers
of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the
temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly. If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug
Therefore, avoid placing objects against these
supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an
openings, and install the unit in a well-ventilated area
appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the
to prevent fire and damage.
instructions described below.
Be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm behind,
Note
20 cm on both sides and 30 cm above the top panel
of the unit to prevent fire and damage. " The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a
plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live
6. The voltage used must be the same as that specified
socket outlet.
on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than
specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other
Special Instructions for U.K. Model
accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for
any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a IMPORTANT
voltage other than that specified.
THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
7. Digital signals generated by this unit may interfere
with other component such as tuners, receivers and
Blue: NEUTRAL
TVs. Move this unit farther away from such
Brown: LIVE
component if interference is observed.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
8. Always set VOLUME to the  m position before
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
starting the audio source play. Increase the volume
gradually to an appropriate level after playback has markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
been started.
as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to
9. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean,
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN
dry cloth.
must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
10. Be sure to read the  TROUBLESHOOTING section
the letter L or coloured RED.
regarding common operating errors before
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth
concluding that the unit is faulty.
terminal of the three pin plug.
11. When not planning to use this unit for a long period
of time (e.g., a vacation), disconnect the AC power
cord from the wall outlet.
CAUTION
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES CONTENTS
The DSP-E800 makes it possible for you to enjoy advanced
surround sound with a 5.1 channel system by connecting it
to your present main amplifier. INTRODUCTION
FEATURES .................................................................. 1
Built-in 3-Channel Power Amplification CONTENTS ................................................................. 1
GETTING STARTED ................................................. 2
Minimum RMS Output
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ............................... 4
(0.06% THD, 20 Hz  20 kHz)
Center: 70 W (8 &!)
Rear: 70 W + 70 W (8 &!)
Multi-Mode Digital Sound Field
Processing
Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP)
PREPARATION
Dolby Pro Logic Decoder
SPEAKER SETUP ....................................................... 7
Dolby Digital Decoder
CONNECTIONS .......................................................... 8
ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE ............ 14
DTS Decoder
CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP
Technology and Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital or
DTS
Other Features
BASIC OPERATION
96-kHz/24-bit D/A Converter
PLAYING A SOURCE .............................................. 16
 SET MENU which Provides You with 12 Items
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP)
EFFECT .................................................................. 20
for Optimizing This Unit for Your Audio/Video
RECORDING A SOURCE ON TAPE, MD OR
System
VIDEO CASSETTE ............................................... 21
Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker Balance
Adjustment
6-Channel External Decoder Input for Other Future
Formats
S Video Signal Input/Output Capability
3 Optical/2 Coaxial Digital Signal Input Terminals
ADVANCED OPERATION
SLEEP Timer
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM .................................... 22
Remote Control SET MENU ................................................................. 25
DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER
OUTPUT LEVELS ................................................. 29
SLEEP TIMER .......................................................... 31
Manufactured under license from Dolby
APPENDIX
Laboratories.  Dolby ,  Pro Logic and the
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 32
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 35
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.
©1992  1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All
rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems,
Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other world-wide patents
y indicates a tip for your operation.
issued and pending.  DTS ,  DTS Digital Surround , are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996
" When buttons on this unit and the remote control are
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
noted together in this Owner s Manual, these button
names are in principle noted in the order of  button name
(remote control button name) .
E-1
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
GETTING STARTED
Checking the Package Contents Battery Installation in the Remote
Control
Check that the following items are included in your
package.
1
Remote control Batteries (R6 type)
3
POWER
PROGRAM 2
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
1 2 3
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
4 5 6
ROCK HALL
7 8
TEST EFFECT
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
6CH INPUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
1 Turn the remote control over and slide the
DVD/LD D TV VCR
CBL/SAT battery compartment cover in the direction of
SLEEP MUTING
the arrow.
 VOLUME +
2 Insert the batteries (R6 type) according the
polarity markings on the inside of the battery
compartment.
3 Close the battery compartment cover.
Battery Replacement
If the remote control operates only when it is close to the
unit, the batteries are weak. Replace all the batteries with
new ones.
Notes
" Use only R6 batteries for replacement.
" Be sure the battery polarity is correct. (See the illustration inside
the battery compartment.)
" Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for an
extended period of time.
" If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before
installing new batteries.
E-2
GETTING STARTED
Using the Remote Control
DI GI T AL
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP D I G I T A L SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16
20 12
28 8
STANDBY/ON 40 4
INPUT MODE
60 2
00  dB
0
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT
Remote control
sensor
Within approximately 6 m
(20 feet)
The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be
sure to aim the remote control directly at the infrared sensor
during operation. When the sensor is covered or there is a
large object between the remote control and the sensor, the
sensor cannot receive signals. The sensor may not be able to
receive signals properly when it is exposed to direct sunlight
or a strong artificial light (such as a fluorescent or strobe
light). In this case, change the direction of the light or
reposition the unit to avoid direct lighting.
Notes
" Handle the remote control with care.
" Do not spill water, tea or other liquids on the remote control.
" Do not drop the remote control.
" Do not leave or store the remote control in the following
conditions:
 high humidity or temperature such as near a heater, stove or
bath;
 dusty places; or
 extremely low temperature.
E-3
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
1 2 3 4 56
D I G I T A L
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16
20 12
28 8
STANDBY/ON 40 4
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0
 dB
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT
7 8 9 0 q
1 STANDBY/ON 7 SET MENU +/
Press this switch to turn on the power of this unit or to set Press these buttons to adjust the setting on the SET MENU.
this unit in the standby mode. Before turning the power on,
8 NEXT
set VOLUME to the  m position.
Press this button to select the item on the SET MENU. This
Standby mode button functions like on the remote control when using
the SET MENU.
In this mode, this unit consumes a very small quantity of
power to receive infrared-signals from the remote
9 TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT
control.
Press this button to select a tape or an MD source. The
 TAPE/MD MONITOR indicator lights up on the display.
2 Remote control sensor
When you press the button again, the  TAPE/MD
This receives signals from the remote control.
MONITOR indicator goes off,  6CH INPUT appears on
the display and you can listen to a source connected to the
3 Display
6CH INPUT terminals.
This shows various information. (Refer to page 5 for
details.)
0 EFFECT
Press this button to turn on or off the effect speakers (center
4 INPUT MODE
and rear). If you turn them off, the signals of the center and
Press this button to select the input mode among AUTO,
rear channels are directed to the right and left main speakers
DTS and ANALOG for the DVD/LD, D-TV and CBL/SAT
when playing a source encoded with Dolby Digital and
sources.
DTS. In this case, the output levels of the right and left
5 INPUT SELECTOR
speakers may not match.
Turn this selector to select the input source (TUNER, CD,
q PROGRAM selector
VCR, CBL/SAT, D-TV, DVD/LD) that you want to listen to
Press l or h to select a DSP program when the effect
or watch. The arrow for the selected input source indicator
speakers (center and rear) are turned on. The name of the
lights up on the display.
selected program appears on the display.
6 VOLUME
Turn this control to turn up or down the volume.
E-4
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Display
1 2 3 4
DVD/LD TUNER
dB
DIGITAL D TV CD
ms
PRO LOGIC VCR CBL/SAT
ENHANCED MOVIE THEATER 12
DSP
TAPE/MD
MONITOR
SLEEP
5 6 7 8
1 t indicator 5 g and o indicators
The  t indicator lights up when the built-in DTS  g  lights up when the built-in Dolby Digital
decoder is on. decoder is on.  o  lights up when the built-in
Dolby Pro Logic decoder is on.
2 Multi-information display
This display shows various information: for example the 6 x indicator
name of the selected DSP program and the various settings  x  lights up when the built-in digital sound
during adjustment with the SET MENU. field processor is on.
3 Input source indicators 7 DSP program indicators
One of the arrows for these indicators lights up depending These indicators light up when DSP program No. 2, 3 or the
on which source is selected. subprogram  ENHANCED of No. 1 is selected.
4 TAPE/MD MONITOR indicator 8 SLEEP indicator
This lights up when the tape deck or MD recorder, etc. is This lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is on.
selected as the input source by pressing TAPE/MD MON /
6CH INPUT (or TAPE/MD).
E-5
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Remote Control
5 6CH INPUT
POWER
Press this button to select the source connected to the 6CH
INPUT terminals.
1
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
7 6 SLEEP
1 2 3
Press this button to set the SLEEP timer.
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
4 5 6
7 PROGRAM selector buttons
ROCK HALL
7 8
These buttons select a DSP program.
TEST EFFECT
2 8
8 EFFECT
Press this button to turn on or off the effect speakers (center
DSP 9
3
and rear).
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
4 0
6CH INPUT 9 (next), (back)
5
These buttons are used to advance or go back one selection
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
on the SET MENU and TIME/LEVEL mode.
q
DVD/LD D TV VCR
0 SET MENU
CBL/SAT
Press this button to select the items on the SET MENU.
SLEEP MUTING
q Input selector buttons
6 w
These buttons select the input source.
 VOLUME +
CD: To play a CD
e
TUNER: To listen to an FM or AM broadcast
TAPE/MD: To play a tape or MD
DVD/LD: To play a DVD or LD
D-TV: To watch a TV
VCR: To play a video cassette
CBL/SAT: To watch cable TV or satellite broadcast
w MUTING
Press this button to mute the sound. To cancel mute, press
this button again.
e VOLUME +/
These buttons are used to adjust the volume level.
+: To turn up the volume
1 POWER
 : To turn down the volume
Each time you press this button, the unit switches between
the power on and standby mode.
2 TEST
Press this button to output the test tone for each speaker.
3 l (left), h (right)
These buttons adjust the setting of the SET MENU and
TIME/LEVEL mode.
4 TIME/LEVEL
Press this button to select the items in the TIME/LEVEL
mode.
E-6
PREPARATION
SPEAKER SETUP
Speakers to Be Used Speaker Placement
This unit is designed to provide the best sound-field quality Refer to the following diagram when you place the
with a 5-speaker system, using main speakers, rear speakers speakers.
and a center speaker. If you use different brands of speakers
Main speaker (R)
(with different tonal qualities) in your system, the tone of a
moving human voice and other types of sound may not shift Rear speaker (R)
smoothly. We recommend that you use speakers from the
Subwoofer
same manufacture or speakers with the same tonal quality.
Main
1.8 m
speaker (L)
The main speakers are used for the main source sound plus
the effect sounds. They will probably be the speakers from
your present stereo system. The rear speakers are used for
the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for Center speaker
Rear speaker (L)
the center sounds (dialog, vocals, etc.). If for some reason it
is not practical to use a center speaker, you can do without
it. Best results, however, are obtained with the full system.
Main speakers
Place the right and left main speakers an equal distance
The main speakers should be high-performance models and
from the ideal listening position. The distance of each
have enough power-handling capacity to accept the
speaker from each side of the TV monitor should be the
maximum output of your audio system. The other speakers
same.
do not have to be equal to the main speakers. For precise
sound localization, however, it is ideal to use high-
Rear speakers
performance models that can reproduce sounds over the full
Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing
range for the center speaker and the rear speakers.
slightly inwards, nearly 1.8 m (approx. 6 feet) above the
floor.
Use of a subwoofer expands your
sound field
Center speaker
It is also possible to further expand your system with the
Align the front face of the center speaker with the front face
addition of a subwoofer. The use of a subwoofer is effective
of your TV monitor. Place the speaker as close to the
not only for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all
monitor as possible, such as directly over or under the
channels, but also for reproducing the LFE (low frequency
monitor and centrally between the main speakers.
effect) channel with high fidelity when playing back a
Note
source encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS. The YAMAHA
" If the center speaker is not used, the center channel sound will be
Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System is ideal for
heard from the right and left main speakers. In that case,
natural and lively bass reproduction.
 CENTER SP on the SET MENU is set to the NONE position.
(Refer to page 26 for details.)
Subwoofer
The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low
bass sounds are not highly directional. But it is better to
place the subwoofer near the main speakers. Turn it slightly
toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reflections.
CAUTION
Some types of speakers interfere with a TV monitor. If
this problem occurs, move the speakers away from the
monitor. If you cannot avoid installing the center speaker
or subwoofer near the TV monitor, use magnetically
shielded speakers.
E-7
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
CONNECTIONS
Before Connecting Components
CAUTION
Never connect this unit and other components to mains power until all connections between components have been
completed.
Be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R,  + to  + and    to    . Some
components require different connection methods and have different terminal names. Refer to the instructions for each
component to be connected to this unit.
When you connect other YAMAHA audio components (such as a tape deck, MD recorder and CD player or changer), connect
it to the terminals with the same number labels as !, @, #, $ etc. YAMAHA applies this labeling system to all its
products.
Use RCA-type pin plug cables for connecting audio/video components with the exception described later.
The input and output terminals for pin plugs can be distinguished as follows:
V V
Yellow video signals (composite)
White analog audio signals for the left channel L L
R R
Red analog audio signals for the right channel
C C
coaxial digital signals
After completing all connections, check them again to make sure they are correct.
Connecting to an External Digital signal input Connecting the Connecting the External
Decoder (page 9) terminals (page 10) Speakers (page 11) Amplifier (page 11)
(Europe model)
To AC outlet
MAIN SURROUND CENTER
6CH
DIGITAL SIGNAL SPEAKERS
INPUT
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT DVD/LD CBL/SAT
L
CAUTION SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.
EXTERNAL
DECODER
SUB
R
WOOFER
CENTER REAR
MAIN IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL (SURROUND)
R L
AUDIO SIGNAL
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR AC OUTLET
L L
SET BEFORE POWER ON SWITCHED
+ 100W MAX.
OUTPUT
REAR : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
MAIN REAR CENTER
CENTER : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
(SURROUND)
R R
REAR : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
L
IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN OUT CENTER : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
CD TUNER TAPE/MD DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
1 2 3 4

R
SUB
WOOFER
IN OUT MONITOR IN OUT MONITOR
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT
S VIDEO SIGNAL VIDEO SIGNAL
Connecting the Power
Supply Cords (page 13)
Connecting an Audio Connecting a Video
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
Component (page 9) Component (pages 10 and 11)
switch (page 13)
E-8
CONNECTIONS
Connecting an Audio Component
Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L),
CD player
L
Analog signal
input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.
R
OUTPUT
L R
Signal flow
MAIN SURROUND CENTER
6CH
DIGITAL SIGNAL
INPUT
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT DVD/LD CBL/SAT
L
EXTERNAL
DECODER
SUB
R
WOOFER
MAIN IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
AUDIO SIGNAL
L L
R R
IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN OUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
1 2 3 4
IN OUT MONITOR IN OUT MONITOR
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT
S VIDEO SIGNAL VIDEO SIGNAL
L R L R L R
OUTPUT LINE OUT LINE IN
Tuner Tape deck or
MD recorder
Connecting to an External Decoder
This unit has additional 6-channel audio signal input
External decoder
terminals for connecting an external decoder to this unit. Set
the EXTERNAL DECODER/MAIN IN switch to the
EXTERNAL DECODER position. Connect the 6-channel
MAIN SURROUND
OUT OUT
audio signal output terminals of the decoder to the 6CH
L R L R
CENTER SUBWOOFER
INPUT terminals of this unit.
OUT OUT
MAIN SURROUND CENTER
CAUTION
6CH
DIGITAL SIGNAL
INPUT
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT DVD/LD CBL/SA
L
EXTERNAL
Be sure to move the EXTERNAL DECODER/MAIN IN
DECODER
SUB
R
WOOFER
switch only when this unit is in the standby mode.
MAIN IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
AUDIO SIGNAL
L
Notes
R
" When a source connected to these terminals is selected, the digital
IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN OUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
1 2 3 4
sound field processor cannot be used.
" The settings of  CENTER SP ,  REAR SP ,  MAIN SP and
IN OUT MONITOR IN OUT
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
 BASS OUT on the SET MENU have no effect on a source
S VIDEO SIGNAL VIDEO SIGNAL
connected to these terminals. The setting of  MAIN LVL is
effective. (Refer to pages 26 and 27 for details.)
EXTERNAL
" Adjustment of the output level of the center speaker, rear speakers
DECODER
and subwoofer is effective when a source connected to these
terminals is selected as the input source. (Refer to page 29 for
details.)
MAIN IN
EXTERNAL DECODER/MAIN IN switch
E-9
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
CONNECTIONS
Connecting a Video Component
Notes
Cable TV/
DIGITAL SIGNAL
DVD/LD player " Be sure to attach the covers when the OPTICAL terminals are not
satellite tuner
(COAXIAL)
being used in order to protect them from dust.
" If your LD player has a Dolby Digital RF signal output terminal,
DIGITAL
DIGITAL DIGITAL
SIGNAL
be sure to use the RF demodulator (separately purchased).
SIGNAL SIGNAL
(OPTICAL)
L R (OPTICAL) (COAXIAL) " No sound will be heard when connecting your LD player s Dolby
C
O
O C Digital RF signal output terminal directly to this unit s COAXIAL
ANALOG DVD/LD digital signal input terminal.
AUDIO
ANALOG
OUT
y
AUDIO
OUT " The input signal from the DVD/LD or CBL/SAT input terminals
MAIN SURROUND CENTER
L R
DIGITAL SIGNAL
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT DVD/LD CBL/SAT is selected in the following order of priority with the input mode
L
set to AUTO: COAXIAL terminal OPTICAL terminal
SUB
R
WOOFER
Analog terminal. Refer to page 18 for details.
IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
AUDIO SIGNAL
" All digital signal input terminals are applicable to sampling
L L
frequencies of 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz. (Refer to
R R page 19 about 96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals.)
IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN OUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
1 2 3 4
Video signal terminals (composite)
If your video components do not have  S video terminals,
DIGITAL
they can be connected to this unit s VIDEO terminals. Be
SIGNAL
(OPTICAL) L R L R L R
sure to connect the input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO TV monitor
TV/Digital TV
ANALOG IN
AUDIO OUT
VCR
TV/Digital TV
DVD/LD player
L C
Digital signal
Analog signal
(coaxial)
R
VIDEO VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
OUT
O
Digital signal
Signal flow V
(optical)
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR
Audio signal terminals
Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L),
R IN OUT MONITOR
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT
VIDEO SIGNAL
input (IN) and output (OUT) properly.
Note
V V V
" Be sure to make the video connections as well.
VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
OUT OUT IN
Digital audio signal terminals
If your DVD/LD player, TV/digital TV or cable TV/satellite
Cable TV/
VCR
satellite tuner
tuner, etc. has coaxial or optical digital signal output
V
Signal flow
terminals, they can be connected to this unit s COAXIAL Video signal
and/or OPTICAL digital signal input terminals. To make a
Notes
connection between the optical digital signal terminals,
remove the cover from each terminal, and then connect " Be sure to make the audio connections as well.
" If video signals are input from both the S VIDEO input and
them by using a commercially available optical fiber cable
composite input terminals, the signals will be directed to their
that conforms to EIA standards. Other cables might not
respective output terminals.
function correctly.
When making connections between the digital signal
terminals, you should connect the components to the same-
named analog audio signal terminals of this unit, because a
digital signal cannot be recorded by a tape deck, MD
recorder or VCR connected to this unit.
E-10
O
V
V
CONNECTIONS
S VIDEO terminals
If your video components have  S (high-resolution) video
TV Monitor
Cable TV/
terminals, they can be connected to this unit s S VIDEO
TV/Digital TV
satellite tuner
terminals. Be sure to connect the input (IN) and output
(OUT) properly.
S VIDEO S VIDEO
OUT OUT
Notes
S VIDEO IN
S S
" Use a special S VIDEO cable (commercially available) for the S
S
1 2 3 4
VIDEO connection.
" If video signals are input from both the S VIDEO input and
IN OUT MONITOR composite input terminals, the signals will be directed to their
DVD/LD D TV CBL/SAT VCR OUT DV
S VIDEO SIGNAL
respective output terminals.
S Video signal
Signal flow
S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO
OUT OUT IN
DVD/LD player VCR
Connecting the Speakers and the External Amplifier
Subwoofer
Basic connection
Rear speakers
system
Right
Left
It is necessary to connect a 2-channel amplifier to this unit
Center speaker
in order to drive main speakers.
Be sure to connect the right channel (R), left channel (L),
 + (red) and    (black) properly. If the connections are
faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the
SPEAKERS
polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound
CAUTION SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.
will be unnatural and lack bass.
CENTER REAR
(SURROUND)
R L
Connecting 2-channel amplifier
IMPEDANCE
SET BEFORE
+
OUTPUT
REAR : 4&!M
Connect the input terminals of a 2-ch power amplifier to the
MAIN REAR CENTER
CENTER : 4&!M
(SURROUND)
REAR : 8&!M
L MAIN OUTPUT terminals of this unit. If you connect the
CENTER : 8&!M

AUX input terminals of the external amplifier to the MAIN
R
SUB
WOOFER
OUTPUT terminals of this unit, be sure to set the volume of
Main speaker Main speaker
the external amplifier around  16 dB to  18 dB.
Right Left
L R
Connecting a rear speaker system
Connect a rear speaker system to the REAR SPEAKER
MAIN
IN
(SURROUND) output terminals of this unit.
R L
Connecting a center speaker
Connect a center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER output
2-ch power amplifier
terminals of this unit.
CAUTIONS
Connecting a subwoofer system
" Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on
Connect the input terminal of a subwoofer system to the
the rear panel of this unit.
SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal of this unit.
" Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and
do not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This
could damage the unit and/or speakers.
E-11
INTRODUCTION
S
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
S
S
S
CONNECTIONS
Speaker cables
Other connections
10 mm (3/8 )
Using this unit as a Dolby Digital
or DTS decoder
12
Connect the OUTPUT terminals (MAIN, REAR, CENTER
and SUBWOOFER) of this unit to the EXTERNAL
DECODER or 6 CHANNEL input terminals of the external
1 Remove approx. 10 mm (3/8 ) of insulation
amplifier.
from each of the speaker cables.
Receiving the multi-channel signal
2 Twist the exposed wires of the cable together
to prevent short circuits. from other equipment
1 Be sure to move the EXTERNAL DECODER/
Connecting to the REAR and
MAIN IN switch to the EXTERNAL DECODER
CENTER SPEAKERS terminals position before you turn on this unit.
2 Connect the OUTPUT terminal of the external
Red: positive (+)
2
Black: negative ( )
amplifier to the 6CH INPUT terminals of this
1
unit.
3 Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT repeatedly
3
(or 6CH INPUT once) until  6CH INPUT
appears on the display.
" The signal on the main channel will be output to the
1 Unscrew the knob.
MAIN OUTPUT terminals.
" The overall volume level will be controlled by DSP-
2 Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side of
E800.
each terminal.
3 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.
Using this unit as a power
amplifier
1 Be sure to move the EXTERNAL DECODER/
MAIN IN switch to the MAIN IN position before
you turn on this unit.
2 Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT repeatedly
(or 6CH INPUT once) until  6CH INPUT
appears on the display.
" DSP-E800 is regarded as 3-channel power amplifier.
The REAR L, the REAR R, and the CENTER
terminals can be used for the connection.
" The volume control of this unit will be bypassed.
E-12
CONNECTIONS
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR Switch
WARNING
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power of this unit is on, otherwise the unit may be
damaged.
If this unit fails to turn on when STANDBY/ON (POWER) is pressed, the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be
fully slide to either position. If so, slide the switch to either position fully when this unit is in the standby mode.
Select the right or left position according to the impedance of speakers in your system. Be sure to move this switch only
when this unit is in the standby mode.
(Europe model)
Switch potision Speakers Impedance level
IMPEDANCE
Left Rear The impedance of each speaker must be
SELECTOR
4 &! or higher.
Center The impedance must be 4 &! or higher.
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR AC OUTLET
SET BEFORE POWER ON SWITCHED Right Rear The impedance of each speaker must be
100W MAX.
REAR : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
CENTER : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
8 &! or higher.
REAR : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
CENTER : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
Center The impedance must be 8 &! or higher.
Connecting the Power Supply Cords
After completing all connections, connect the AC power
cord to an AC power outlet. Disconnect the AC power cord
if you will not use this unit for a long period of time.
AC OUTLET (SWITCHED)
U.K. and Europe models .................................... 1 OUTLET
To AC outlet
Use this outlet to connect the power cords from your
components to this unit. The power to the AC OUTLET is
(Europe model)
controlled by this unit s STANDBY/ON (or POWER). This
outlet will supply power to any connected component
whenever this unit is turned on. The maximum power (total
power consumption of components) that can be connected
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR AC OUTLET to the AC OUTLET is 100 W.
SET BEFORE POWER ON SWITCHED
100W MAX.
REAR : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
CENTER : 4&!MIN./SPEAKER
REAR : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
CENTER : 8&!MIN./SPEAKER
SWITCHED
E-13
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE
This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level
VOLUME
16
1 Set VOLUME to the  m
20 12
balance between the main, center and rear speakers by using
28 8
position.
40 4
the built-in test tone generator. When this adjustment is
60 2
00 0
performed, the sound output level heard at the listening
 dB
position will be the same from each speaker. This is Front panel
important for the best performance of the digital sound field
2 Turn the power on.
processor, the Dolby Pro Logic decoder, Dolby Digital
POWER
decoder and DTS decoder.
STANDBY/ON
or
The adjustment of each speaker sound output level should
Front panel Remote control
be performed at your listening position with the remote
control. After completing the adjustments, use VOLUME
3 Press TEST.
+/ at your listening position to check if the adjustments are
 TEST LEFT appears on the display.
satisfactory.
TEST
21
DI GI T AL
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME 4 Turn up the volume.
INPUT SELECTOR
16
20 12
28 8
You will hear a test tone (like pink noise) from each
STANDBY/ON 40 4
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0
 dB speaker for about two seconds in the following order:
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT
left main speaker, center speaker, right main speaker,
right rear speaker and left rear speaker. The display
changes as shown below.
POWER
CD TUNER TAPE/MD TEST TEST
2
PROGRAM
LEFT RIGHT
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2 DVD/LD D TV VCR
1 2 3
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO CBL/SAT
TEST CENTER
4 5 6
ROCK HALL SLEEP MUTING
7 8
 VOLUME +
TEST EFFECT  VOLUME +
3,7
4
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
6
5
6CH INPUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
TEST L SUR. TEST R SUR.
Notes
" If the test tone cannot be heard, turn down the volume, set the unit
in the standby mode and check the speaker connections.
" If the test tone cannot be heard from the center speaker, check the
setting of  CENTER SP on the SET MENU.
E-14
ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE
TIME/LEVEL
5 Press TIME/LEVEL
repeatedly to select the
speaker to be adjusted.
 CENTER ,  R SUR. or
 L SUR. appears on the
display.
6 Press h to raise and l to
lower the level.
" Adjust the sound output
DSP
levels of the center speaker
and the rear speakers so that
they become almost the same
as that of the main speakers.
" While adjusting, the test tone
is heard from the selected
speaker.
7 When the adjustment is complete, press TEST.
 TEST OFF appears on the display and the test tone
stops.
TEST
Note
" If  CENTER SP on the SET MENU is set to the NONE position,
the sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted in
step 6. The center channel sound is automatically output from the
right and left main speakers.
y
" Once you have completed the adjustments, you can only adjust
the overall volume level of your audio system by using VOLUME
(or VOLUME +/ ).
" If there is insufficient sound output from the center and rear
speakers, you may decrease the main speaker output level by
setting  MAIN LVL on the SET MENU to   10 dB . (Refer to
page 27 for details.)
E-15
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
BASIC OPERATION
PLAYING A SOURCE
a. To select a tape or an MD source
1,5
2 3
Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT (or TAPE/MD)
D I GI T A L
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16 so that the  TAPE/MD MONITOR indicator lights up
20 12
28 8
STANDBY/ON 40 4
on the display.
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0
 dB TAPE/MD MON TAPE/MD
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
or
/6CH INPUT
/6CH INPUT
Front panel Remote control
6
DVD/LD TUNER
POWER D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
TAPE/MD
2
3
MONITOR
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2 DVD/LD D TV VCR
1 2 3
6
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO CBL/SAT Lights up
4 5 6
ROCK HALL SLEEP MUTING
b. To select a source connected to the 6CH
7 8
TEST EFFECT  VOLUME +
INPUT terminals
5
DSP Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT repeatedly (or
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
6CH INPUT) until  6CH INPUT appears on the
6CH INPUT
display.
3
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
TAPE/MD MON
6CH INPUT
or
/6CH INPUT
Front panel Remote control
DVD/LD TUNER
1 Set VOLUME to the  m VOLUME
16 D TV CD
20 12
VCR CBL/SAT
28 8
position.
40 4
60 2
00 0
 dB
Notes
Front panel
" If the  TAPE/MD MONITOR indicator lights up or  6CH
2 Turn the power on.
INPUT is shown on the display, no other audio source except a
POWER
tape/MD source and a source connected to the 6CH INPUT
or
STANDBY/ON
terminals can be played. To select another input source with
INPUT SELECTOR (or the input selector buttons):
Front panel Remote control
 Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT twice (or TAPE/MD
once) to turn off the  TAPE/MD MONITOR indicator.
INPUT SELECTOR
 Press TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT once (or 6CH INPUT) to
3 Select the desired input
turn off  6CH INPUT .
source with INPUT
" If you select and play a video source when the  TAPE/MD
SELECTOR (or the input
MONITOR indicator lights up, the play back result will be a
selector buttons). (Turn on
video image from the video source and the sound from the audio
Front panel
the TV monitor for video source connected to the TAPE/MD IN (PLAY) terminals.
or
" A video source cannot be selected when  6CH INPUT is shown
sources.)
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
on the display. If you want to enjoy an audio source connected to
The name of the selected input
the 6CH INPUT terminals together with a video source, first
DVD/LD D TV VCR
source appears for a moment
select the video source and then select the source connected to the
and the arrow for the selected
CBL/SAT
6CH INPUT terminals.
input source indicator lights up
y
Remote control
on the display.
For the DVD/LD, D-TV and CBL/SAT sources, the current input
mode is also shown. Refer to page 18 for details about the input
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
mode.
VCR CBL/SAT
Input source
E-16
PLAYING A SOURCE
To mute the sound
4 Play the source.
Refer to the instructions for the source component.
MUTING
Press MUTING on the
remote control so that
5 Adjust the volume to the desired output level.
VOLUME
16
 MUTE ON appears on the
20 12
28 8
 VOLUME +
display.
40 4 or
60 2
To cancel mute, press MUTING again so that
00 0
 dB
 MUTE OFF appears for a moment on the display.
Front panel Remote control
When you have finished using this
6 Use the digital sound field processor.
unit
Refer to page 20.
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
Press STANDBY/ON (or POWER) to set this
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
PROGRAM 1 2 3
unit in the standby mode.
or
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
4 5 6
BGV (background video) function
ROCK HALL
7 8
The BGV function allows you to combine a video image
from a video source with a sound from an audio source.
Front panel Remote control
(For example, you can listen to classical music while you
are watching a video.) This function can only be controlled
with the remote control.
Play a video source, and then select an audio source with
the input selector buttons on the remote control. The BGV
function does not work if you select the audio source with
INPUT SELECTOR on the front panel.
E-17
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
PLAYING A SOURCE
Switching the input mode
Input Mode (for the DVD/LD, D-TV
Press INPUT MODE (or the input selector
and CBL/SAT sources)
button that you have pressed to select the
input source on the remote control) repeatedly
This unit allows you to switch the input mode for sources
until the desired input mode is shown on the
that send both digital and analog signals to this unit. The
display.
AUTO, DTS and ANALOG input modes are provided.
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
When you turn on the power of this unit, the input mode for
or
DVD/LD D TV VCR
INPUT MODE
the DVD/LD source is always set to AUTO and for D-TV or
CBL/SAT source is set according to  TV INPUT and CBL/SAT
 CBL INPUT on the SET MENU. (Refer to page 28 for
Front panel Remote control
details.)
AUTO
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
In this mode, the input signal is selected in the following
VCR CBL/SAT
order of priority:
1. Digital signal encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS
Input mode
2. Normal digital signal (PCM)
3. Analog signal (ANALOG)
Notes
Note
" Set the input mode to AUTO to play a DVD/LD source encoded
" If digital signals are input from both the OPTICAL and
with Dolby Digital.
COAXIAL terminals, the digital signal from the COAXIAL
" If the input mode is set to AUTO for the source, this unit
terminal is selected.
automatically determines which type of signal the source
contains. If this unit detects a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, the
DTS
decoder automatically switches to the appropriate setting and
reproduces 5.1 channel sound.
In this mode, only a digital signal encoded with DTS is
" The sound output may be interrupted for some LD and DVD
selected, even if other signals are being input at the same
players in the following situation: The input mode is set to AUTO.
time.
A search is performed while playing the disc encoded with Dolby
Digital or DTS, and then disc playing is restored. The sound
ANALOG
output is interrupted for a moment because the digital signal was
In this mode, only an analog signal is selected, even if a selected again.
" The input mode cannot be changed for the CD, TUNER, TAPE/
digital signal is being input at the same time. Select this
MD and VCR sources because only analog signals are used for
mode when you want to use an analog signal instead of a
these.
digital signal.
" The current input mode appears on the display when the DVD/
LD, D-TV or CBL/SAT source is selected or the input mode is
changed.
E-18
PLAYING A SOURCE
Notes on playing a source Notes on playing an LD source
" Some audio/video component, such as LD player, output different
encoded with DTS
audio signals through their analog and digital terminals. Change
" If  DATA ERROR appears on the display while playing an LD
the input mode as necessary.
source encoded with DTS, stop playback and turn the player off
" If the LD player is transmitting signals by a non-normal method,
and then on again.
this unit cannot detect the Dolby Digital or DTS signal. In this
" If the digital output data of the player has been processed in any
case, the decoder automatically switches to PCM or analog.
way, you may not be able to perform DTS decoding even if you
" If the LD source does not contain a digital soundtrack, connect
make a digital connection between this unit and the player.
the LD player to the analog terminals and set the input mode to
" If you play an LD source encoded with DTS and set the input
AUTO or ANALOG.
mode to ANALOG, there will be the noise of an unprocessed
" While you are operating the LD player and playing a disc encoded
DTS signal. When you want to play a DTS source, be sure to
with Dolby Digital, if you switch from the pause or chapter
connect the source to the digital input terminal and set the input
forwarding function to normal playback, you may hear the PCM
mode to AUTO or DTS.
or analog sound an instant before the Dolby Digital sound is
" If you play a source encoded with DTS and set the input mode to
played.
AUTO, there will be a short noise at first while the unit
recognizes the DTS signal and turns on the DTS decoder. This is
Notes on the digital signal
not a malfunction, and can be avoided by setting the input mode
to DTS beforehand. In addition, if you continue to play a source
The digital input terminal of this unit can also handle
encoded with DTS with the input mode setting left to AUTO, this
96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals. (To utilize this, use a
unit automatically switches to the  DTS-decoding mode to
source that supports 96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals
prevent noise from being generated during subsequent operation.
and set the player for digital output. Refer to the instructions
(The  t indicator lights up on the display.) The  t
for the player.) Note the following when a 96-kHz sampling
indicator will flash immediately after playback of a source
encoded with DTS has finished. Only a source encoded with DTS
24-bit digital signal is input to this unit.
can be played back while this indicator is flashing. If you want to
1. The following indicator will appear on the display.
play a normal PCM source soon, set the input mode back to
AUTO.
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
2. DSP programs cannot be selected. Sound will be output
as normal 2-channel stereo sound using only the right
and left main speakers.
3. Delay time and speaker output level cannot be adjusted.
E-19
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) EFFECT
Notes
Selecting a DSP Program
" You can select a DSP program for each of the input sources. Once
you select a program, it is linked with the input source selected at
You can enhance your listening experience by selecting a
that time. So, when you select the input source next time, the
DSP program. Refer to pages 22 to 24 for details about each
same program is automatically selected.
program.
" When a monaural source is being played with PRO LOGIC/
Normal or PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED, no sound will be heard
from the main speakers and the rear speakers. Sound can only be
DI G I T AL
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16 heard from the center speaker. However, if  CENTER SP on the
20 12
28 8
SET MENU is set to the NONE position, the center channel
STANDBY/ON 40 4
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0 sound is output from the main speakers.
 dB
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT " When a source connected to the 6CH INPUT terminals of this
unit is selected, the digital sound field processor cannot be used.
" When high-rate 96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals are input
2
to this unit, no DSP program can be selected and the sound is only
output from right and left main speakers as a normal 2-channel
POWER stereo sound.
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
1 2 3 Canceling the Sound Effect (turning
2
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
4 5 6
off the effect speakers)
ROCK HALL
7 8
TEST EFFECT
Press EFFECT to cancel the sound effect and
monitor only the main sound.
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
Press EFFECT again to turn the sound effect back on.
6CH INPUT
EFFECT
EFFECT
or
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
1 Make sure that the effect speakers (center and
Front panel Remote control
rear) and subwoofer are turned on.
Notes
2 Press PROGRAM l or h repeatedly (or one of
" If you turn off the sound effect when Dolby Digital or DTS is
the PROGRAM selector buttons) to select the
decoding, the sounds of the center and rear channels are mixed
desired program.
and output from the main speakers.
The name of the selected program appears on the " If you turn off the sound effect when Dolby Digital or DTS is
decoding, it may happen that the sound is output faintly or not
display.
PROGRAM
output normally, depending on the source. In this case, turn sound
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
effect back on.
1 2 3
PROGRAM
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
or
4 5 6
ROCK HALL
7 8
Front panel Remote control
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
PRO LOGIC VCR CBL/SAT
MOVIE THEATER 2
DSP
DSP program name
y
If desired, adjust the delay time and the sound output level of each
speaker. (Refer to pages 29 and 30 for details.)
E-20
RECORDING A SOURCE ON TAPE, MD OR VIDEO CASSETTE
Recording adjustments and other operations are performed y
If a tape deck or MD recorder is being used for recording, you can
from the tape deck, MD recorder or VCR. Refer to the
monitor the sounds being recorded by pressing TAPE/MD MON /
instructions for these components.
6CH INPUT (or TAPE/MD).
2 1,4
Notes
DI G I T AL
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16
20 12 " The DSP program and the setting of VOLUME have no effect on
28 8
STANDBY/ON 40 4
the material being recorded.
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0
 dB " Composite video and S video signals pass independently through
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT
this unit s video circuits. Therefore, when recording or dubbing
video signals, if your video source component is connected to
provide only an S video (or only a composite video) signal, you
6CH INPUT
can record only an S video (or only a composite video) signal by
your VCR.
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
" A source connected to this unit only through the digital terminals
DVD/LD D TV VCR
2
cannot be recorded by the tape deck, MD recorder or VCR
connected to this unit.
CBL/SAT
" A source connected to the 6CH INPUT terminals of this unit
SLEEP MUTING
cannot be recorded.
 VOLUME +
" Check the copyright laws in your country to record from records,
4
CDs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe
copyright laws.
If you play back a video source that uses scrambled or
encoded signals to prevent it from being dubbed, the
picture itself may be disturbed due to those signals.
VOLUME
1 Set VOLUME to the  m 16
20 12
28 8
position.
40 4
60 2
00 0
 dB
Front panel
2 Select the source you want to record.
CD TUNER
INPUT SELECTOR
DVD/LD D TV VCR
or
CBL/SAT
Front panel Remote control
3 Begin recording by the tape deck, MD recorder
or VCR connected to this unit.
4 Play the source and then turn up the volume to
confirm the input source.
VOLUME
16
20 12
28 8
 VOLUME +
40 4 or
60 2
00 0
 dB
Front panel Remote control
E-21
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
ADVANCED OPERATION
TEST EFFECT
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM
This unit incorporates a sophisticated, multi-program digital sound field processor (DSP). This processor allows you to
electronically expand and change the shape of the audio sound field from both audio and video sources, creating a theater-
like experience in your listening room. You can create outstanding audio sound by selecting a suitable DSP program (this
will, of course, depend on what you are listening to).
When you select a CINEMA DSP program, one of the built-in decoders (Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS) is turned
on according to which type of signals the source being played contains.
The following list gives you a brief description of the sound fields produced by each of the DSP programs. Keep in mind that
most of these are precise digital re-creations of actual acoustic environments.
" The input source given in the following table for programs 4 through 8 indicates that input source which each program
is best suited for.
" Select the DSP program that you feel sounds best regardless of the name and description given for it below.
For movie or audio/video sources (Program No. 1 to No. 5: CINEMA DSP
programs)
No. PROGRAM SUBPROGRAM FEATURES
1 q/DTS [1] PRO LOGIC/Normal ( o ) The built-in Dolby Pro Logic decoder, Dolby
SURROUND " Input source: Dolby Surround Digital decoder or DTS decoder precisely
2-ch Dolby Digital reproduces the sound and effect of a source
" Output channel: 4 channels encoded with Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital
" DSP:  or DTS.
[2] DOLBY DIGITAL/Normal ( g ) The realization of a highly efficient decoding
" Input source: Dolby Digital process improves cross talk and channel
" Output channel: 5.1 channels separation, and makes sound positioning
" DSP:  smoother and more precise.
[3] DTS DGTL SUR/Normal ( t ) In this program, the digital sound field
" Input source: DTS processor is not turned on.
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 
This program ideally simulates the multi-
[4] PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED
surround speaker systems of the 35 mm-film
( ox)
movie theater. Dolby Pro Logic decoding,
" Input source: Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital decoding or DTS decoding and
2-ch Dolby Digital
digital sound field processing are precisely
" Output channel: 4 channels
performed without altering the original sound
" DSP: 1 (surround)
orientation.
[5] DOLBY DIGITAL/ENHANCED
The surround effect produced by the sound
( gx )
field folds around the viewer naturally from
" Input source: Dolby Digital
the rear to the right and left and toward the
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
screen.
" DSP: 2 (surround L, R)
[6] DTS DGTL SUR/ENHANCED
( tx)
" Input source: DTS
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 2 (surround L, R)
E-22
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM
No. PROGRAM SUBPROGRAM FEATURES
2 MOVIE [1] 70 mm SPECTACLE This program creates the extremely wide sound
THEATER 1 ( ox) field of a movie theater. It precisely reproduces
" Input source: Dolby Surround the source sound in detail, giving both the video
2-ch Dolby Digital and the sound field incredible reality. It is ideal
" Output channel: 3 channels for any kind of video source encoded with
" DSP: 2 (presence & surround) Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS
[2] DGTL SPECTACLE (especially large-scale movie productions).
( g x )
" Input source: Dolby Digital
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
[3] DTS SPECTACLE ( tx )
" Input source: DTS
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
Clearly reproduces dialog and sound effects in
[4] 70 mm SCI-FI ( o x )
the latest sound form of science fiction films,
" Input source: Dolby Surround
thus creating a broad and expansive cinematic
2-ch Dolby Digital
space amid the silence. You can enjoy science
" Output channel: 3 channels
fiction films in a virtual-space sound field that
" DSP: 2 (presence & surround)
includes Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital and
[5] DGTL SCI-FI ( g x )
DTS-encoded software employing the most
" Input source: Dolby Digital
advanced techniques.
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
[6] DTS SCI-FI ( t x )
" Input source: DTS
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
3 MOVIE Ideal for precisely reproducing the sound of the
[1] 70 mm ADVENTURE
THEATER 2 newest multi-track films. The sound field is
( ox )
made to be similar to that of the newest movie
" Input source: Dolby Surround
theaters, so the reverberations of the sound field
2-ch Dolby Digital
itself are restrained as much as possible. The
" Output channel: 3 channels
data for the sound field of an opera house are
" DSP: 2 (presence & surround)
used for the front presence, so the three-
[2] DGTL ADVENTURE
dimensional feeling of the sound field is
( gx)
emphasized, and dialog is precisely oriented on
" Input source: Dolby Digital
the screen. By using the data for the sound field
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
of a concert hall on the surround sound field,
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
powerful reverberations are generated. You can
[3] DTS ADVENTURE ( t x )
enjoy watching action, adventure movies, etc.
" Input source: DTS
with strong presence.
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
[4] 70 mm GENERAL ( ox ) This program is for reproducing sounds on a
" Input source: Dolby Surround multi-track film, and is characterized by a soft
2-ch Dolby Digital and extensive sound field. The front presence of
" Output channel: 3 channels the sound field is relatively narrow. It spatially
" DSP: 2 (presence & surround) spreads all around and toward the screen,
[5] DGTL GENERAL ( gx ) restraining echo effect of conversations without
" Input source: Dolby Digital losing clarity. For the surround sound field, the
" Output channel: 5.1 channels harmony of music or chorus sounds beautifully
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R) in a wide space at the rear of the sound field.
[6] DTS GENERAL ( t x )
" Input source: DTS
" Output channel: 5.1 channels
" DSP: 3 (presence & surround L, R)
E-23
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM
No. PROGRAM FEATURES
4 MONO MOVIE ( x ) This program is designed specifically to enhance monaural
" Input source: Monaural sources. Compared to a strictly mono setting, the sound image
" Output channel: 1 channel is wider and slightly forward of the speaker pair, lending an
" DSP: 1 immediacy to the overall sound. It is particularly effective for
old mono movie, news broadcasts and dialog.
5 TV SPORTS ( x ) This program is furnished with a tight sound field in which the
" Input source: Audio/Video sound will not spread excessively at the front, but the rear
" Output channel: 2 to 5.1 channels surround produces dynamic sound expansion. It is the most
" DSP: 2 to 3 (presence & surround) suitable for sports programs.
For Hi-Fi audio sources
No. PROGRAM FEATURES
6 DISCO ( x ) This program simulates the acoustic environment of a disco in
" Input source: 2-ch PCM/Analog audio the heart of a lively city. The sound is dense and highly
" Output channel: 2 channels concentrated.
" DSP: 1
This program is ideally suited for rock music. You will
7 ROCK CONCERT ( x )
experience a dynamic and lively sound field.
" Input source: 2-ch PCM/Analog audio
" Output channel: 2 channels
" DSP: 1
This program creates the expansive ambience of a large concert
8 CONCERT HALL ( x )
hall. It is suited for orchestra and opera music.
" Input source: 2-ch PCM/Analog audio
" Output channel: 2 channels
" DSP: 1
CINEMA DSP: Dolby Surround + DSP/Dolby Digital + DSP/DTS + DSP
Dolby Pro Logic + 2 digital sound fields
Digital sound fields are created in both the presence and
rear surround zones of the Dolby Pro Logic-decoded sound
field. They create a wide acoustic environment and
emphasize the surround effect in the room, letting you feel
as much presence as if you were watching a movie in a
popular Dolby Stereo theater.
Dolby Digital or DTS + 3 digital sound fields
Digital sound fields are created in the presence zone and
independently on the left and right surround zones of the
Dolby Digital-decoded or DTS-decoded sound field. They
create a wide acoustic environment and strong surround
effect in the room without losing high channel separation.
With the wide dynamic range of Dolby Digital or DTS
sound, this sound field combination lets you feel as if you
were watching a movie in the newest Dolby Digital theater
or DTS-installed theater. This is the most ideal home theater
sound at the present time.
E-24
TEST EFFECT
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
SET MENU
This unit provides you with the following items on the SET
1 Press NEXT (or SET MENU) repeatedly to
MENU to maximize the performance of your system and
select the item you want to adjust.
expand your enjoyment for audio listening and video
The selected item appears on the display.
watching.
NEXT SET MENU
or
1. CENTER SP
Front panel Remote control
2. REAR SP
3. MAIN SP
DVD/LD TUNER
4. BASS OUT
D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
5. MAIN LVL
6. D.D. LFE
y
7. D-RANGE
After pressing NEXT (or SET MENU) once, you can also select the
item by pressing . (Pressing goes back one selection.)
8. DTS LFE
2 Press SET MENU +/ (or l or h) repeatedly to
9. CNTR DELAY
adjust the setting.
10.MEM. GUARD
11.TV INPUT
 SET MENU +
or
DSP
12.CBL INPUT
Adjusting Items in the SET MENU
Front panel Remote control
Adjustments should be performed while watching the
information on the display.
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
DI GI T AL
DOLBY
NATURAL SOUND AV PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER DSP E800 CINEMA DSP
D I G I T A L
SURROUND
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
16
20 12
28 8
STANDBY/ON 40 4
INPUT MODE
60 2
00 0
 dB
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the setting of
 SET MENU + NEXT TAPE/MD MON EFFECT PROGRAM
/6CH INPUT
any other item in the same way.
2 1
Memory back-up
The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data
POWER
from being lost when this unit is set in the standby mode.
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
If, however, the power cord is disconnected from the AC
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
1 2 3
power outlet or the power is cut for more than one week,
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
4 5 6
the settings of the SET MENU will automatically return
ROCK HALL
7 8
to the preset positions and values. If so, adjust the
TEST EFFECT
settings of the SET MENU again.
DSP
2 TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
1
6CH INPUT
CD TUNER TAPE/MD
E-25
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
SET MENU
3. MAIN SP
Description of Each Item
Choices: LARGE/SMALL
Preset position: LARGE
1. CENTER SP
Choices: LRG (Large)/SML (Small)/NONE
Preset position: LRG (Large)
LARGE
Select this position if your main speakers have high ability
for bass reproduction. In this position, full-range signals on
LRG (Large) the main channels are directed to the right and left main
Select this position if your center speaker is approximately
speakers.
the same size as the main speakers. In this position, full-
SMALL
range signals on the center channel are directed to the center
Select this position if your main speakers do not have high
speaker.
ability for bass reproduction. However, if your system does
SML (Small)
not include a subwoofer, do not select this position. In this
Select this position if you use a center speaker that is
position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) on the main
smaller than the main speakers. In this position, low bass
channels are distributed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT
signals (below 90 Hz) on the center channel are distributed
terminal if  BASS OUT is set to the SW position.
to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal (or to the right and
4. BASS OUT
left main speakers if  BASS OUT is set to the MAIN
position). Choices: SW/MAIN/BOTH
Preset position: BOTH
NONE
Select this position if you do not have a center speaker
(4-speaker system). In this position, full-range signals on
the center channel are directed to the right and left main
SW/BOTH
speakers.
Select either the SW or BOTH position if your system
2. REAR SP
includes a subwoofer. In either position, signals on the LFE
Choices: LARGE/SMALL channel and low bass signals (below 90 Hz) on the center
Preset position: LARGE and rear channels are directed to the SUBWOOFER
OUTPUT terminal if  CENTER SP is set to the SML or
NONE position and  REAR SP is set to the SMALL
position. In the SW position, low bass signals on the main
channels are directed to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT
LARGE
terminal if  MAIN SP is set to the SMALL position. In the
Select this position if your rear speakers have high ability
BOTH position, low bass signals on the main channels are
for bass reproduction, or if a subwoofer is connected in
directed to both the main speakers and the SUBWOOFER
parallel to the rear speaker. In this position, full-range
OUTPUT terminal.
signals on the rear channels are directed to the rear speakers.
SMALL
Note
Select this position if your rear speakers do not have high
" When playing a 2-channel source (tape, MD, CD, video
ability for bass reproduction. In this position, low bass
cassette etc.), select the BOTH position to direct low bass signals
(below 90 Hz) to the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal.
signals (below 90 Hz) on the rear channels are distributed to
the SUBWOOFER OUTPUT terminal (or to the right and
MAIN
left main speakers if  BASS OUT is set to the MAIN
Select this position if your system does not include a
position).
subwoofer. In this position, besides full-range signals on the
main channels, signals on the LFE channel and other low
bass signals (below 90 Hz) that are distributed from other
channels are directed to the right and left main speakers.
E-26
SET MENU
5. MAIN LVL 7. D-RANGE (Adjusting the dynamic
range)
Choices: NORM (Normal)/ 10 dB
Preset position: NORM (Normal)
Choices: MAX/STD (Standard)/MIN
Preset position: MAX
NORM (Normal)
Normally select this position.
Note
 10 dB
" This adjustment is only effective when Dolby Digital is being
Select this position if the sound output from the main
decoded.
speakers is too loud and cannot be balanced with the sound
 Dynamic range is the difference between the maximum
output from the center and rear speakers. In this position,
level and the minimum level of sounds. Sounds on a movie
the sound output from the main speakers is attenuated.
originally designed for movie theaters feature a very wide
Notes
dynamic range. Dolby Digital technology can modify the
" The setting of  CENTER SP ,  REAR SP ,  MAIN SP and
original sound track into a home audio format with this
 BASS OUT have no effect on a source connected to the 6CH
wide dynamic range unchanged. Powerful sounds of
INPUT terminals on the rear of this unit.
extremely wide dynamic range are not always suitable for
" Once you have adjusted appropriately for  CENTER SP ,  REAR
home use. Depending on the condition of your listening
SP ,  MAIN SP ,  BASS OUT and  MAIN LVL , you do not
have to change any settings unless your speaker system is
environment, it may not be possible to increase the sound
modified.
output to a level as high as that in a movie theater. However,
at the normal level suitable for listening in your room, the
6. D.D. LFE (Adjusting the output
low-level parts of source sound often cannot be heard well
level of the LFE channel for Dolby
because they will be lost among noise in your environment.
Digital)
Dolby Digital technology has also made it possible to
Control range:  20 dB to 0 dB (in 1 dB steps)
reduce an original sound track s dynamic range for a home
Preset value: 0 dB
audio format by  compressing the sound data.
MAX
In this position, a source encoded with Dolby Digital is
reproduced in the original sound track s wide dynamic
Note
range to provide you with powerful sounds just like those in
a movie theater. Selecting this position will be even better if
" This adjustment is only effective when Dolby Digital is being
decoded and the selected source encoded with Dolby Digital
you can listen to a source at a high output level in a room
contains LFE signals.
specially soundproofed for audio/video enjoyment.
STD (Standard)
This adjusts the output level of the LFE channel. If the LFE
In this position, a source encoded with Dolby Digital is
signals are mixed with signals of other channels and they
reproduced in the  compressed dynamic range of the
are directed to the same speakers, the ratio of the LFE signal
source that is suitable for low-level listening.
level to the level of the other signals can be adjusted.
MIN
In this position, the dynamic range is more reduced than in
the STD position. Selecting this position will be effective
when you must listen to a source at a low level.
Note
" It may happen that sound is output faintly or not output normally
depending on the source. In that case, select the MAX or STD
position.
E-27
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
SET MENU
8. DTS LFE (Adjusting the output 10.MEM. GUARD (Locking the
level of the LFE channel for DTS) settings)
Control range:  10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps) Choices: ON/OFF
Preset value: 0 dB Preset position: OFF
If you wish to prevent accidental alterations to the settings
Note
of the SET MENU and other adjustments on this unit, select
" This adjustment is effective only when DTS is being decoded and
the ON position. The following settings on this unit can be
the selected source encoded with DTS contains LFE signals.
locked:
This adjusts the output level of the LFE channel. If the LFE " Settings of other items on the SET MENU
signals are mixed with signals of other channels and they " Settings in the TIME/LEVEL mode
are directed to the same speakers, the ratio of the LFE signal " Settings when using TEST
level to the level of the other signals can be adjusted.
11.TV INPUT (Selecting the initial
9. CNTR DELAY (Adjusting the delay
input mode for a source connected
of the sound from the center
to the D-TV input terminals)
sound)
Choices: AUTO/LAST
Control range: 0 ms to 5 ms (in 1 ms steps) Preset position: AUTO
Preset value: 0 ms
The input mode for a source connected to the D-TV input
terminals of this unit can be automatically set when the
This adjusts the delay between the main sound (on the main
power of this unit is turned on. Refer to page 18 for details
channels) and dialog, etc. (on the center channel). The larger
about the input mode.
the value, the later the dialog, etc. is generated.
AUTO
In this position, the input mode is always set to AUTO.
This makes sounds from the left main, center and right main
LAST
speakers reach your listening position at the same time. This
In this position, the input mode is automatically set to that
is achieved by delaying the sound from the center speaker if
selected the last time when the power of this unit was turned
the distance from the center speaker to your listening
on.
position is shorter than the distance from the right and left
main speaker to your listening position.
12.CBL INPUT (Selecting the initial
input mode for a source connected
to the CBL/SAT input terminals)
Choices: AUTO/LAST
Preset position: AUTO
The input mode for a source connected to the CBL/SAT
input terminals of this unit can be automatically set when
the power of this unit is turned on. Refer to page 18 for
details about the input mode.
AUTO
In this position, the input mode is always set to AUTO.
LAST
In this position, the input mode is automatically set to that
selected the last time when the power of this unit was turned
on.
E-28
TEST EFFECT
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
When using the digital sound field processor with the Dolby
Sound Output Level of the Center,
Pro Logic decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder,
you can adjust the delay time between the main sound and Right Rear and Left Rear Speakers,
sound effect, and each speaker s output level as you wish.
and Subwoofer
Note
If desired, you can adjust the sound output level of each
" When high-rate 96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals are input
speaker even if it has already been adjusted in
to this unit, the delay time and speaker output levels cannot be
 ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER BALANCE on pages 14
adjusted.
and 15.
Notes
Delay Time
" The sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted
when the input signal is analog, PCM audio, or encoded with
You can adjust the time difference between the beginning of
Dolby Digital in 2-channel.
the sound from the main speakers and the beginning of the
" If  CENTER SP on the SET MENU is set to the NONE position,
sound effect from the rear speakers. The larger the value,
the sound output level of the center speaker cannot be adjusted.
the later the sound effect is generated. The delay time can be
This is because the center channel sound is automatically output
individually adjusted to all DSP programs.
from the right and left main speakers.
" Once the sound output level has been adjusted, the level will be
Notes
the same for all DSP programs.
" Adding too much delay will cause an unnatural effect with some
Speaker Control range (dB) Preset value
sources.
Center MIN,  20 to +10 0
" The sound is momentarily interrupted while adjusting the delay
Right rear MIN,  20 to +10 0
time.
Left rear MIN,  20 to +10 0
Preset
Control
Program
Subwoofer MIN,  20 to 0 0
value
range (ms)
1. PRO LOGIC/Normal 15 to 30 20
DOLBY DIGITAL/Normal 0 to 15 5
DTS DGTL SUR/Normal 0 to 15 5
PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED 15 to 30 20
DOLBY DIGITAL/ENHANCED 0 to 15 5
DTS DGTL SUR/ENHANCED 0 to 15 5
2. 70 mm SPECTACLE 15 to 30 23
DGTL SPECTACLE 1 to 99 15
DTS SPECTACLE 1 to 99 15
70 mm SCI-FI 15 to 30 20
DGTL SCI-FI 1 to 99 16
DTS SCI-FI 1 to 99 16
3. 70 mm ADVENTURE 15 to 30 20
DGTL ADVENTURE 1 to 99 15
DTS ADVENTURE 1 to 99 15
70 mm GENERAL 15 to 30 20
DGTL GENERAL 1 to 99 15
DTS GENERAL 1 to 99 15
4. MONO MOVIE 1 to 99 49
5. TV SPORTS 1 to 99 9
6. DISCO 1 to 99 40
7. ROCK CONCERT 1 to 99 16
8. CONCERT HALL 1 to 99 44
E-29
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
DELAY TIME AND SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
Memory back-up
Adjusting Method
The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data
Adjustments should be performed with the remote control
from being lost when this unit is set in the standby mode.
while watching the information on the display.
If, however, the power cord is disconnected from the AC
POWER
power outlet or the power is cut for more than one week,
the latest values for the delay time and the center/rear/
PROGRAM
/DTS MOVIE MOVIE
SUR. THTR 1 THTR 2
subwoofer output levels that were set will automatically
1 2 3
MONO MOVIE TV SPORTS DISCO
return to the preset values. If so, adjust the delay time
4 5 6
ROCK HALL and output levels again.
7 8
TEST EFFECT
DSP
2
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
1
6CH INPUT
1 Press TIME/LEVEL repeatedly to select the
item you want to adjust.
Each time you press TIME/LEVEL, the selected item
changes and appears on the display as shown below.
TIME/LEVEL
DELAY Delay time
CENTER Center speaker output level
R SUR. Right rear speaker output level
L SUR.
Left rear speaker output level
SWFR
Subwoofer output level
Note
" Depending on the setting of the SET MENU, you may not be able
to select all these items.
2 Press l or h to adjust the
delay time or speaker
output levels.
DSP
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the settings of
any other item.
E-30
TEST EFFECT
DSP
TIME/LEVEL SET MENU
SLEEP TIMER
The SLEEP timer can be used to automatically set this unit
Canceling the Selected SLEEP
in the standby mode. This timer is useful when you are
going to sleep while enjoying the desired input source. The Timer
SLEEP timer can only be set with the remote control.
Press SLEEP repeatedly until  SLEEP OFF
Note
appears on the display.
" The SLEEP timer is effective for the components connected to the
It will soon disappear and the  SLEEP indicator will
AC OUTLET on the rear panel of this unit.
go off.
SLEEP
Setting the SLEEP Timer
1 Play a source you want to enjoy when you are
Note
going to sleep.
" The SLEEP timer can also be canceled by setting the unit in the
2 Press SLEEP repeatedly to
standby mode by using POWER on the remote control (or
SLEEP
select the desired SLEEP
STANDBY/ON on the front panel), or by disconnecting the AC
time.
power cord from the AC power outlet.
Each time you press SLEEP, the
SLEEP time will change as
below:
120 90 60 30
The SLEEP timer is off
(SLEEP OFF).
(This is the state before
SLEEP is pressed.)
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
SLEEP
Flashes
3 The  SLEEP indicator soon lights up on the
display after the SLEEP timer has been set.
The display returns to the previous indication.
DVD/LD TUNER
D TV CD
VCR CBL/SAT
SLEEP
Lights up
E-31
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
APPENDIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple
measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power
cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.
General
Refer to
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
page
The unit fails to turn on The power cord is not connected or the plug is Firmly connect the power cord. 13
when STANDBY/ON not completely inserted.
(POWER) is pressed, or
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the Set the switch fully to the right or left position 13
enters in the standby
rear panel is not fully set to the right or left when the unit is in the standby mode.
mode soon after the
position.
power has been turned
on.
The unit does not work The internal microcomputer has been frozen by Set the unit in the standby mode and disconnect 
normally. an external electric shock (lightning, excessive the AC power cord from the AC power outlet.
static electricity, etc.) or by a power supply with After about 30 seconds have passed, connect the
low voltage. power and operate the unit again.
No sound and/or no Incorrect input or output cable connections. Connect the cables properly. If the problem 9, 10
picture. persists, the cables may be defective.
An appropriate input source has not been Select an appropriate input source with INPUT 16
selected. SELECTOR or TAPE/MD MON / 6CH INPUT
(or the input selector buttons).
The speaker connections are not secure. Secure the connections. 11
The sound is muted. Set VOLUME to the  m position, press 17
MUTING to cancel a mute and adjust the
volume.
Digital signals other than PCM audio and the Play a source whose signals this unit can 
signals encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS reproduce.
which this unit cannot reproduce are being input
to this unit by a CD-ROM, etc.
No picture. There is no S VIDEO connection between this Connect the monitor s  S video input terminal 11
unit and the TV monitor, although S video to this unit s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT
signals are being input to this unit. terminal.
The sound suddenly The protection circuit has been activated because Set the unit in the standby mode and then turn 
goes off. of a short circuit, etc. on to reset the protection circuit.
The SLEEP timer has functioned. Turn on the power, and play the source again. 31
Only the speaker on one Incorrect cable connections. Connect the cables properly. If the problem 11
side can be heard. persists, the cables may be defective.
No sound from the effect The sound effect is off. Press EFFECT to turn it on. 20
speakers.
A Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS Select another DSP program. 24
decoding DSP program is being used with
material not encoded with Dolby Surround,
Dolby Digital or DTS.
The 96-kHz sampling 24-bit digital signals are 19
input to this unit.
E-32
TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
page
No sound from the main Incorrect output connection to the external Connect the external amplifier correctly. 11, 12
speakers. amplifier.
The external amplifier connected to this unit is Turn on the power to the external amplifier. 11, 12
turned off.
No sound from the The sound output level of the center speaker is Raise the level of the center speaker. 29
center speaker. set to minimum.
 CENTER SP on the SET MENU is set to the Select the LRG or SML position. 26
NONE position.
Incorrect DSP program is selected. Select the appropriate program. 22, 23, 24
The source encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS 
does not have a center channel signal.
No sound from the rear The output level of the rear speakers is set to Raise the output level of the rear speakers. 29
speakers. minimum.
A monaural source is being played with the PRO Select another DSP program suitable for the 24
LOGIC/Normal or PRO LOGIC/ENHANCED monaural source.
program.
No sound from the  BASS OUT on the SET MENU is set to the Select the BOTH position. 26
subwoofer. SW or MAIN position when playing a 2-channel
source.
The source does not contain low bass signals 
(below 90 Hz).
A  humming sound can Incorrect cable connections. Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem 9, 10
be heard. persists, the cables may be defective.
The volume level cannot The component connected to the TAPE/MD Turn on the power to the component. 
be increased, or the OUT (REC) terminals of this unit is in the
sound is distorted. standby mode.
The sound effect cannot It is not possible to record the sound effect by a 21
be recorded. tape deck or MD recorder connected to the
TAPE/MD OUT (REC) terminals of this unit.
The DVD/LD, D-TV or The DVD/LD player, TV/digital TV or cable Make additional connections between the analog 10
CBL/SAT source cannot TV/satellite tuner is connected to the unit only terminals.
be recorded by tape through the digital terminals.
deck, MD recorder or
VCR connected to this
unit.
Adjusting this unit by  MEM. GUARD on the SET MENU is set to Set  MEM. GUARD to the OFF position. 28
using SET MENU, TIME/ the ON position.
LEVEL or TEST cannot
be performed.
E-33
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
TROUBLESHOOTING
Remote control
Refer to
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
page
The remote control does Direct sunlight or lighting (from an inverter type Reposition the unit. 3
not work. of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is striking the remote
control sensor of this unit.
The batteries are weak. Replace all batteries with new ones. 2
Others
Refer to
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
page
The sound is degraded This unit is in the standby mode. Turn on the power of the unit. 
when listening with
headphones to a tape
deck or CD player
connected to this unit.
There is noise The unit is too close to the digital or high- Move the unit further away from such 
interference from digital frequency equipment. equipment.
or high-frequency
equipment, or the unit.
When playing back a source encoded with DTS
Refer to
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
page
A loud hissing noise is The player which plays back the source is not The player must be connected to a digital audio 10
heard when playing back connected to a digital audio signal input terminal signal input terminal of this unit besides the
a source encoded with of this unit. analog audio signal terminal connections.
DTS.
The input mode is set to ANALOG on this unit. Set a proper input mode to turn on the built-in 18
DTS decoder.
A percussive noise is If the input mode is set to AUTO, depending on Set the input mode of the currently selected 18
heard when playing back some sources, there may be a noise heard while input source to DTS.
a source encoded with this unit is identifying the format of the input
DTS. signal.
No sound is heard when The built-in DTS decoder does not function Set the player s digital volume control at the 
playing back a source because the player has a digital volume control maximum, neutral or ineffective position.
encoded with DTS, even and it is set at a position other than  maximum,
if the input mode is set  neutral or  ineffective.
to AUTO on this unit.
No sound is heard when A source encoded with DTS cannot be recorded 
playing back an MD or on an MD or DAT.
DAT on which has been
recorded a source
encoded with DTS.
No sound is heard when In the AUTO mode, the DTS-decoding mode Set the input mode to AUTO again. 19
playing back a source cannot be automatically changed to the normal
(CD, etc.) even if the (PCM) digital signal input mode.
currently selected input
mode is AUTO.
Notes
" It is necessary to use a DTS decoder to play back a source encoded with DTS, so the player which plays back the source must be connected
to a digital audio input terminal of this unit in the way described in this manual. If this connection is not made or only a D-to-A converter is
being used without using a DTS decoder, only a loud hissing noise will be heard when you play back the source.
" The  t indicator will flash when the input mode is set to AUTO and a search or skip operation is performed while playing back a
source encoded with DTS. If this status continues for 30 or more seconds, the unit will automatically switch from DTS-decoding mode to
PCM digital signal input mode and the  t indicator will go out.
E-34
SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO SECTION GENERAL
" Minimum RMS Output Power " Power Supply ............................................................. AC 230 V, 50 Hz
20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 ohms
" Power Consumption .................................................................... 180 W
Center, Rear L/R ......................................................................... 70 W
" AC Outlet (100 W max. total) ..................................... 1 (SWITCHED)
1 kHz, 0.09% THD, 8 ohms
Center, Rear L/R ......................................................................... 80 W
" Dimensions (W x H x D) ...................................... 435 x 126 x 391 mm
" Maximum Output Power (EIAJ)
" Weight ....................................................................................... 10.0 kg
1 kHz, 10% THD, 8 ohms ........................................................ 105 W
" Accessories ................................................................... Remote control
" DIN Standard Output Power
........................................................................................... Batteries
1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 4 ohms
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Center, Rear L/R ....................................................................... 110 W
" IEC Output Power
1 kHz, 0.04% THD, 8 ohms ....................................................... 75 W
" Dynamic Power (IHF)
8/6/4/2 ohms ........................................................ 90/110/135/160 W
" Damping Factor
20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 ohms ................................................................ 80
" Frequency Response
CD etc. to MAIN L/R .............................. 10 Hz to 100 kHz, 0/ 3 dB
" Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
6CH INPUT to REAR SP OUT, 35W/8 ohms ....................... 0.06 %
" Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network)
CD etc. to MAIN PRE OUT
(250 mV, Input Shorted) ........................................................ 103 dB
" Residual Noise (IHF-A Network)
CENTER, REAR SP OUT ..................................................... 150 µV
" Input Sensitivity/Impedance
CD etc. ................................................................. 150 mV/47 k-ohms
6CH INPUT ......................................................... 150 mV/47 k-ohms
" Output Level/Impedance
REC OUT ........................................................... 150 mV/1.2 k-ohms
PRE OUT ................................................................ 1.0 V/1.2 k-ohms
SUBWOOFER ........................................................ 4.0 V/1.2 k-ohms
" Channel Separation (Vol.  30 dB)
CD etc. (Input 5.1 k-ohms terminated, 1 kHz/10 kHz)
..................................................................................... 60 dB/45 dB
VIDEO SECTION
" Video Signal Type ........................................................... NTSC or PAL
" Video Signal Level ....................................................... 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
" Signal-to-Noise Ratio .................................................................. 50 dB
" Monitor Out Frequency Response .................... 5 Hz to 10 MHz,  3 dB
E-35
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERA
TION
APPENDIX
English
YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A.
YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA
YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY
YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE
YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD1 7JS, ENGLAND
YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖUNDA, SWEDEN
YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA Printed in Malaysia V584180-1