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Yamaha AV RECEIVER RX-V730 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 RISKOF ELECTRIC S HOCK DONOTOPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated voltage"...
  • Page 3 : DO NOT MODIFY UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated instructions contained in this manual, requirements. Modifications not expressly by Yamaha may void your authority, FCC, to use the product. IMPORTANT : When connecting accessories and/or another product quality shielded cables.
  • Page 4 Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS FEATURES GETTING STARTED ... Checking the package contents ... Installing batteries in the remote control ... 3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel ... Remote control ... Using the remote control ... Front panel display ... SPEAKER SETUP ... Speakers ... Speaker placement Connecting the speakers ...
  • Page 6 • Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic 11 decoder • Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital EX decoder • DTS/DTS-ES compatible decoder • CINEMA DSP: Combination of YAMAHA DSP technology and Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital or DTS • Virtual CINEMA DSP • SILENT CINEMA DSP...

  • Page 7: Contents

    Check your package to make sure it contains Remote control 0000 0000 0000 Fq r=n r=n r=n rqn rqn E23 EE3 Insert the batteries in the correct direction + and - marks on the batteries with the polarity (+ and -) inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 8 i... (U.K. and Europe _]! STANDBY/ON Turns this unit on, or set it to the standby you turn this unit on, you will hear a click and there will be a 4 to 5-second delay before this unit can reproduce sound.
  • Page 9 SILENT (PHONES jack) Allows you enjoy DSP effect for private headphones. When you connect headphones, are output to the speakers or the OUTPUT SPEAKERS Turns the set of main speakers connected B terminals on or off. STEREO/EFFECT Switches between normal stereo and DSP effect reproduction.

  • Page 10: Features

    I[gI] AV l t : {I] Ik'f _" yAV l mi _] I] A*_ [I,J I [O] AV _ This section describes the remote control their functions. Make sure that the AMP mode is selected before starting operation. See "REMOTE FEATURES"...
  • Page 11 SELECT A/V Sets the remote to control a component other than the one selected using the input selector buttons. _) AMP Switches the function of the same controls between AMP and the component selected using the input selector buttons. I_) VOL +/- Increasesor decreases the volume level.
  • Page 12 I[gI] AV l t : {I] Ik'f : YAV l mi ;] Ih*_[I,J I [#] AV _ vcRl ovD M0jc _T_,,r'_ Jf n n Dmir_.inm II -SILENTI • MOVIE THTR 12ENTERTAINMENTJI_ _ITUNE0 !!!!! ! !!!!!!!! ! !!!!!!!!! ! !!!! ! !!!! ! !!!!!!!!! ! !!!! ! !!!! ! !!!!!!!!! ! ! I_44!! _B."B O Processor indicators Lights...
  • Page 13 (low-frequency effect) channel with high fidelity playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals. YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer ideal for natural and lively bass reproduction. the best sound- Referto the following using main left and speakers.
  • Page 14 Ek'!".t=r__YN:1:B.'!_lll]" Be sure to connect the left channel (L), fight channel faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, will be unnatural and lack bass. • Use speakers with the specified impedance • Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit.
  • Page 15 (see "ADJUSTING LEVEL Main A speaker Left Right Left ® ® Right Rear speaker amplifier, including the YAMAHA Active system to this jack. bass signals in accordance with your SPEAKER Digital or DTS is decoded are also directed jack is 90 Hz.
  • Page 16 Ek'!".t=rzlN:1:B.'!_lll]" • IMPEDANCE SELECTOR WARNING Do not change setting of the IMPEDANCE the unit. If this unit fails to turn on when STANDBY/ON SELECTOR switch may not be fully slid to either position. this unit is in the standby mode. Select the switch position (left or right) according to the impedance of the speakers in your system.
  • Page 17 When you connect other YAMAHA (such as a tape deck, MD recorder changer), connect them to the jack with the same number labels as [_, [_, [] etc. YAMAHA labeling system to all its products. ° After you have completed all connections, again to make sure they are correct.

  • Page 18: Front Panel

    IPi'li'ffl_li'li'l _ Refer to the connection examples on the next page. • Types of video jacks There are three types of video jacks as follows: O VIDEO jack Conventional composite video signal. S VIDEO jack Transmits color and luminance separately high-quality color reproduction.
  • Page 19 OUTPUTr • INPUTt • _INPUT _OUTPUT AUD,O V,DEO OUTPUT OUTPUT player VIDEO OUTPUT Game console camcorder OPTICA-_ TV/digital OUTPUT cable VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT OUTPUT Video monitor indicates indicates --_= indicates I OUTPuTOPTICAL indicates indicates ,_,h'll'l=(_il, il'F signal direction left analog cables right analog cables...
  • Page 20 IPi'li'li'l_lNi'F • Connecting a CD player Connect the coaxial digital output jack on your CD player to the DIGITAL INPUT CD jack. • The AUDIO jacks are available for a CD player which does not have coaxial digital output jack. •...
  • Page 21 If you experience poor an outdoor antenna may improve the nearest authorized YAMAHA center about the outdoor antennas. STEP switch (China and General differs in different areas, set the FREQUENCY Because the interstation...

  • Page 22: Remote Control

    • When RCA pin plugs are connected to the OUTPUT jacks for output to an external amplifier, signals are output from the SPEAKERS terminals as well. SUBWOOFER jack When using a subwoofer with built-in including the YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, connect the input jack of the subwoofer system to this jack.

  • Page 23: Front Panel Display

    VOLTAGE SELECTOR (General model) • Connecting the AC power cord Plug in this unit to the wall outlet. • AC OUTLETS (SWITCHED) U.S.A., Canada, China, Europe, Singapore General models U.K. and Australia model Use these outlets to connect the power components to this unit.
  • Page 24 display operational information video monitor. If you display the SET program parameter settings on a monitor, to see the available options parameters reading this information on the front • If a video source is playing, the OSD is superimposed video image.

  • Page 25: Speakers

    This unit has 6 SPEAKER SET items on the SET MENU configuration and their size. The following as well as other possible settings. If the initial settings shown in the following table are not appropriate for your speaker configuration, see "1 SPEAKER SET" on pages 42-44 to change the settings. Summary of SPEAKER SET items 1A through 1F Item 1 A CENTER...
  • Page 26 This section explains how to adjust speaker using the test tone generator. When this adjustment complete, the output level heard at the listening should be the same from each speaker. for best performance of the digital sound field processor, and the various decoders (Dolby Digital,...

  • Page 27: Connections

    LEFT RIGHT LEFT SURROUND RIGHT SURROUND REAR ;ENTER * Subwoofer test tone is output speaker (LEFT SURROUND). For your convenience, the state of the test tone output is also shown on the monitor by an image of an audio listening room. IL.
  • Page 28 Press STANDBY/ON (SYSTEM POWER on the remote control) to turn on the power. Front panel Turn on the video monitor connected to this unit. Press SPEAKERS A or B to select the main speakers to be used. If you are using two sets of main speakers, press both A and B.
  • Page 29 Start playback or select a broadcast on the source component. Refer to the operation instructions component. Adjust the volume to the desired The volume level is displayed digitally. Example: -70 dB Control range: VOLUME MUTE 0 dB (maximum) The volume level indicator also shows the current volume...
  • Page 30 I :Y_, g :'] [ e,l ".l W ,_ t "d :P_T_ [ This unit comes with a variety input jacks. You can select the type of input signals you desire. Each time you turn on the power of this unit, the input mode is set according to "9 INPUT...
  • Page 31 You can enhance your listening experience DSP program. For details about each program, 30 to 34. PROGRAM <:1 / I:> Press AMP. Press one of the DSP program buttons on the remote control to select the desired program. name of the selected program front panel...
  • Page 32 I:Y_.V,."][e_'.,If,_|'d:P_T_; • Selecting PRO LOGIC ]1 You can enjoy the 2-channel sources six discrete channels by selecting PRO LOGIC program No. 9. PROGRAM <:1/ _> 3,4,5, Select a 2-channel source and start playback on the source component. Press AMP. Press OO/DTS SUR. The previously selected sub program...
  • Page 33 • Playing Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS ES software Press EX/ES to turn on the Dolby Digital compatible decoder. The MATRIX indicator EX/ES MArx W_CVR VCRI V-AUX MOVIETHTRI The display changes AUTO _ Matrix6.1 time the EX/ES button is pressed. AUTO: This mode automatically Digital...
  • Page 34 • Recreating a sound field Recreating the sound field of a concert listening room. The traditional stereo system field. YAMAHA's DSP requires four effect speakers The processor controls the strength and delay time of the signals virtual sound sources and fully encompass...
  • Page 35 Of course, all of these sounds of YAMAHA DSP specially designed Pro Logic surround sound technologies comprehensive movie YAMAHA's exclusive...
  • Page 36 THEATER programs, you can use Dolby of being in a public theater. use YAMAHA's tri-field DSP processing Digital or DTS signals for the front, and right surround channels. This this unit to reproduce...
  • Page 37 • For movie programs: This unit automatically chooses the appropriate format. Table of Program Names for Each Input Format 2 channel Stereo Program MOVIE 70 mm Spectacle THEATER 70 mm Sci-Fi MOVIE 70 mm Adventure THEATER 70 mm General DOLBY DIGITAL DTS DIGITAL PRO LOGIC...
  • Page 38 The following list gives you a brief description mind that most of these are precise digital recreations feel sounds best regardless of the name and description Program MOVIE Spectacle THEATER Sci-Fi MOVIE Adventure THEATER General Enhanced Mode • For audio-video sources: Program ENTERTAINMENT/...
  • Page 39 There are 2 ways to tune; automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference. • Automatic tuning Press INPUT <_ / [> (TUNER on the remote control) to select TUNER as the input source. <::3 INPUT powEn...
  • Page 40 • Automatically presetting (for FM stations) You can use the automatic preset tuning feature FM stations. This function enables this unit to automatically tune in to FM stations and to store up to 40 (8 stations x 5 groups) stations in order.
  • Page 41 • Manually presetting stations You can also store up to 40 stations (8 stations groups) manually. Tune in to a station. See page 35 for tuning instructions. VGg2/OVR VCRI V-AUX £_W/_ MD/_ r"i r"i I i _,J ",J _,J ." ... When tuned in to a station, the front panel display shows...
  • Page 42 You can tune any desired station simply by selecting preset station number under which it was stored. Press A/B/C/D/E (AIBIClDIE control) to select the preset The preset group letter appears on the front panel display and changes each time you press A/B/C/DR. AJE_/C/D/E Front panel Remote control...
  • Page 43 Use this feature to automatically set this unit in the standby mode after the amount of time you have set. The sleep timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this unit is playing or recording a source. The sleep timer also automatically turns off the external connected...
  • Page 44 Recording adjustments and other operations performed from the recording components. operation instructions for these components. I_1 Turn on the power of this unit and all connected component. Select the source component you want to record from. OOOO <c] INPUT _AUX II/CBL _000 Remote control...
  • Page 45 The SET MENU consists of 11 items including the speaker mode setting. Choose the appropriate item and adjust or select the values as necessary. • You can adjust the items on the SET MENU source. • We recommend that you adjust the items on the SET MENU while using a video monitor.
  • Page 46 I-'1-'illt_1,ti'I _ Depending on the item, press A/v item. 2 LFE' _''_ SPEAKER ÷ HE ¢ff:,F'HONE Press < / > repeatedly to change the setting of the item. 2 LFELEUEL SF'EAEER HErB, ÷ Press A/v repeatedly until the menu disappears or simply press one of the DSP program...
  • Page 47 • 1B MAIN (main speaker LARGE, Choices: SMALL LARGE Select this if you have large main speakers. range of the main left and right channel to the main left and right speakers. SMALL Select this if you have small main speakers. frequency signals (90 Hz and below)
  • Page 48 |'l-'illt_l_i*l _ • 1F MAIN Lv (main level mode) Change this setting if you cannot match of the center, rear (L/R), and rear center speakers main speakers because of unusually performance from the main speakers. Choices: Nrm (Normal), -10 dB Select this if you can match the output level of your effect speakers...
  • Page 49 Use this feature to adjust the dynamic is effective only when this unit is decoding signals. Choices: MAX, STD (standard), MIN (minimum) Select the "MAX" for feature films. Select the "STD" for general use. Select the "MIN" for listening to sources levels.
  • Page 50 I"l'illt)l_i'l' It is possible to assign jacks according to be used if this unit's COMPONENT or DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jack settings names for jacks) differ from that component. it possible to change the jack assignment connect more components. Once you assign, you can select that component INPUT <3 / _>...

  • Page 51: On-Screen Display (Osd)

    Use this feature to prevent accidental on this unit. Choices: ON, OFF Select ON to protect the following features: ° The on-screen display (OSD) mode ° All SET MENU items ° Center, rear speakers, rear center, and subwoofer levels ° DSP program parameters •...
  • Page 52 A, B, C, PHONO, TUNER, MDCDR, TVCBL, VCR 1, VCR 2, DVD. Component You can control up to 12 different manufacturer each component made by YAMAHA and other codes. other component areas below can be used to control other Each...
  • Page 53 Press A / v component's You will find the names video manufacturers display window. Manufacturer YAMAHA YAMAHA If you want to change category), press < / ). component YAMAHA Library choices: YAMAHA TUNER, TV, CABLE, YAMAHA •...
  • Page 54 I,:t:lArl[l]l.,IGJ[l]A*qlt_,{l]ll.7._r:|ll];t_ You can change the name that appears window on the remote control if you want to use a different name than the original. This is useful when you have set the input selector buttons to control components. mum Press an input selector button select...
  • Page 55 Press an input selector button or _ select the component control for which you want to clear the name, function manufacturer code. Dm[] OO© v-Aux TUNrR aO/CO_ OO© C_W/CBL VCR1 VC_2/OVR Press CLEAR by using a ballpoint pen or similar object. •...
  • Page 56 I,:t:FArl[l]l.,IG*[l]A*qlt_,{l]ll.7._r:|ll];t_ You can operate other components when you have set the manufacturer code for your component. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate your component. Once you select an input source, the remote control switches to the mode for operating the component. You can also select a component to operate other than the one selected as the input source by pressing SELECT A/V.

  • Page 57: Using The Test Tone

    You can adjust the output level of each effect speaker (center, rear left and right, rear center and subwoofer) while listening to a source. Adjustment should be made with the remote Press AMP. (While playing a source) Press LEVEL repeatedly to select speaker(s) you want to adjust.
  • Page 58 This ability to create sound fields at will is exactly what YAMAHA has done with the digital sound field processor. DSP programs the apparent you to the performer,...
  • Page 59 You can enjoy high quality sound with the factory-set parameters. Although you do not have to change initial settings, you can change some of the parameters better suit the input source or your listening Adjustments should be made with the remote •...
  • Page 60 You can adjust the values of certain digital listening room. Not all of the following • INIT. DLY (Initial delay) [P. INT. DLY for the presence Function: This parameter changes direct sound and the first reflection Description: The smaller the value, the closer the sound source the apparent distance large room,...
  • Page 61 LIVENESS Function: This parameter adjusts early reflections decay. Description: The early reflections surfaces than in one which is referred to as "dead", LIVENESS parameter room. 0to 10 Control range: I t'_. Soulld source \_'_/_ ]Small reflected ]sound • S. DELAY (Surround Function: This parameter adjusts...
  • Page 62 • REV.TIME (Reverberation Function: This parameter adjusts decay by 60 dB (at 1 kHz). This changes extremely wide range. Description: Set a longer reverberation for "live" sources and listening Control range: 1.0 to 5.0 sec Reverberation IIIIIIII _dB_B REV. TIME Sound source vSh°r;eration 1.0s...
  • Page 63 For 6ch Stereo Function: These parameters adjust the volume Control range: 0 to 100% • CT LEVEL (Center level) • RL LEVEL (Rear left level) • RR LEVEL (Rear right level) • RC LEVEL (Rear center level) For PRO LOGIC IT Music •...
  • Page 64 YAMAHA • General Problem This unit fails to turn The power cord is not connected...

  • Page 65: Hi-Fi Dsp Programs

    Problem The sound suddenly The protection goes off. because of a short circuit, etc. The sleep timer has functioned. The sound is muted. Only the speaker on Incorrect cable connections. one side can be heard. Incorrect setting of "5 L/R BALANCE" on the SET MENU.
  • Page 66 Problem No sound from the rear "IC REAR LR" or "ID REAR CT" on the SET MENU center speaker. The Dolby Digital DTS-ES compatible Incorrect A "humming" sound can be heard. No connection GND terminal. The volume level is low The record while playing a record.

  • Page 67: Tuning

    • Tuner Problem The characteristics FM stereo reception is noisy. broadcasts when the transmitter the antenna There is distortion, There is multipath clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. The desired station The station is too weak. cannot be tuned in with the automatic...

  • Page 68: Recording

    Since home conditions, number of speakers, that there are in the sound heard as well. Based on a wealth measured data, YAMAHA CINEMA original sound field technology to combine Digital and DTS systems of movie room of your own home.
  • Page 69 • Virtual CINEMA YAMAHA has developed a virtual CINEMA algorithm that allows you to enjoy DSP sound field surround effects even without any rear speakers virtual rear speakers. It is even possible to enjoy virtual CINEMA minimal 2-speaker system that does not include speaker.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    AUDIO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power for Main, Center, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 _ ... 1 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 _ ... • DIN Standard Output Power [Europe model] 1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 4 g2 ... •...
  • Page 71 AVE,, SCARBOROUGH, YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET OYAMAHA AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIE...

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