Yamaha RP-U200 Operation Manual

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PERSONAL RECEIVER
RP-U200
MEMORY
HALL
GAME
/ D T S
SURROUND
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MUTE

OPERATION MANUAL

MANUEL D'UTILISATION
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AUX2
TUNER
PRESET
MANUAL
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LIVE
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VOLUME
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AUX2
TUNER
VIRTUAL
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D. DSP
DIGITAL
USB PCM
PROLOGIC FM AM ST
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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    PERSONAL RECEIVER RP-U200 POWER AUX1 AUX2 TUNER MEMORY PRESET MANUAL HALL JAZZ CHURCH GAME MOVIE LIVE / D T S TEST ON/OFF SURROUND MUTE VOLUME OPERATION MANUAL MANUEL D’UTILISATION AUX1 AUX2 TUNER VIRTUAL D. DSP DIGITAL USB PCM PROLOGIC FM AM ST...
  • Page 2: Caution

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. • Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the...
  • Page 3 This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables.
  • Page 4: About This Manual

    Dolby Digital*, DTS** and Yamaha CINEMA-DSP effectively. You can enjoy a full-scale home theater sound simply by adding the optional Yamaha speaker system NS-U40P and an optional subwoofer to this unit. ● Equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 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 Confidential Unpublished Works. 1992–1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.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 issued and pending.
  • Page 6 Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.
  • Page 7: Outline Of This Unit

    OUTLINE OF THIS UNIT Main features of this unit Using Yamaha’s unique DSP technology, this unit can bring excitement and realism to any audio source by simulating the acoustic environments of concert halls, movie theaters, and so on. With its stylish, vertical design, this unit allows...
  • Page 8: Dolby Digital And Dts

    OUTLINE OF THIS UNIT Dolby Digital and DTS This unit features a built-in Dolby Digital decoder and a DTS decoder for reproducing surround sounds of sources encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS. With such state-of-the-art technologies, this unit can bring the same audio experience to your home as they have brought to feature films in quality theaters around the world.
  • Page 9: Virtual 3D

    “sound,” called its “sound field.” At Yamaha, we have measured all the elements that make up a typical sound field—direction and level of the reflections, band-width characteristics, and delay times—at famous concert halls and opera houses around the world.
  • Page 10: Controls And Their Functions

    CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Front panel & Remote control Front panel VIRTUAL DIGITAL USB PCM PROLOGIC FM AM ST P-SET Input selectors & indicators These four keys, explained below, are used to select the input source. The indicator of the selected source lights up.
  • Page 11 Display The display shows various settings, selected input source, sound field program and various other information. DSP key [front panel] ON/OFF key [remote control] This key activates the sound field programs produced by the internal DSP. P-SET key ( ) [front panel] PRESET key [remote control] This key changes the display status of the built-in FM tuner from the frequency display mode to the preset...
  • Page 12: About The Display

    CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS About the display This section explains what the various display indicators mean. VIRTUAL This indicator appears when this unit is using Virtual 3D. This indicator appears when audio signals are sent or received via the USB terminal. * If you use a Macintosh computer, this indicator is always illuminated when this unit is connected to the computer via the USB terminals.
  • Page 13: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Playing a source This section explains how to turn on this unit and select input sources. If any external audio equipment is connected to this unit, turn it on first. AUX1 AUX2 TUNER MEMORY HALL VIRTUAL DIGITAL USB PCM D.
  • Page 14 BASIC OPERATION Note When the PC, AUX1 or AUX2 input selector key is pressed, the display shows the name of the selected input source for a short while, and then shows the currently selected sound field program. When no sound field program is selected, “THROUGH” is shown on the display.
  • Page 15: Using Sound Field Programs

    Application Software, 5.1-channel surround sound effects are reproduced with only two front speakers by using Yamaha’s “Virtual 3D” technology. First follow steps 1–5 of “Playing a source” on page 9. POWER Turn on the DSP.
  • Page 16: Recording

    BASIC OPERATION Notes ● Just after selecting a program, the program name scrolls from right to left on the display, and then its short-version name lights up. ● No sound field program can be used when receiving signals with a 96 kHz sampling frequency. Adjusting DSP sound field parameters The surround effect of each program or the Virtual 3D effect can be adjusted to the desired taste by using the Application...
  • Page 17 ● The sampling frequency and resolution of signals recordable MUTE VOLUME on the computer differ from operating systems. You can refer to the following Yamaha website for details about the related information. BASIC OPERATION AUX1 AUX2 TUNER Remote control http://www.yamaha.co.jp/audio/...
  • Page 18: Listening To An Fm Broadcast

    LISTENING TO AN FM BROADCAST LISTENING TO AN FM BROADCAST Tuning into an FM station Normally, if station signals are strong and there is no interference, quick auto tuning is possible. However, if the signal of the station you want to select is weak or the reception condition is bad, you must tune in to it manually. AUX1 AUX2 1, 2,...
  • Page 19: Manual Tuning

    Press the key and keep it pressed for one second or more. Front panel Remote control Press the key to search for lower frequencies and the key for higher frequencies. When a station with a strong signal is found, the search stops and the station is received. If no station with a strong signal is found, the search stops after searching through all frequencies.
  • Page 20: Using The Presets

    LISTENING TO AN FM BROADCAST Using the presets You can store your favorite stations in the 40 presets, which are organized into five groups (A–B), with eight presets in each group. A stored station can be recalled simply by selecting the preset number in which it is stored. Storing stations manually AUX1 AUX2...
  • Page 21: Recalling A Preset Station

    Recalling a preset station AUX1 AUX2 TUNER 1, 2 VIRTUAL DIGITAL USB PCM D. DSP PROLOGIC FM AM ST P-SET 1, 2 First turn on this unit, and then select the built-in FM tuner as the input source. POWER Press the P-SET key (front panel) or the PRESET key (remote control) to change this unit from the AUX1 frequency display mode to the preset tuning...
  • Page 22 LISTENING TO AN FM BROADCAST Copying a preset station to a different group and number You can copy a preset station to a different group and number. Using this function, you can arrange preset stations in your favorite order or collect preset stations into genres.
  • Page 23: Advanced Operation

    ADVANCED OPERATION Adjusting the speaker balance This procedure lets you adjust the sound output level balance between the front, center and surround speakers by using the built-in test tone generator. Make this adjustment so that each speaker output level is about the same when heard at the listening position.
  • Page 24: Setting Usb Channel

    ● MacOS9.04, 9.1, etc. does not support this feature. Only the two-channel mode can be used. Some versions of Windows also do not support the six and/or four-channel modes. You can refer to the following Yamaha website for details and related information.
  • Page 25 AUX1 AUX2 TUNER VIRTUAL DIGITAL USB PCM D. DSP PROLOGIC FM AM ST P-SET How to set * When playback or recording is performed on the computer via the USB connection, terminate the playback or recording software used on the computer. Turn on this unit.
  • Page 26: Operating This Unit With The Application Software

    ADVANCED OPERATION Operating this unit with the Application Software If this unit is connected to your computer via the USB connection and the Application Software is installed in your computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can operate this unit with the Application Software from your computer. Moreover, the Application Software, once installed on your computer, offers various settings unavailable from this unit or the remote control.
  • Page 27 Adjusting DSP sound field parameters You can adjust various parameters of the DSP sound field programs. The default parameters of the sound field programs provide great sound, but it is also possible to fine-tune the parameters to suit the acoustics of the room, individual preferences, and program source.
  • Page 28 ADVANCED OPERATION Adjusting the speaker output levels and effect levels When the check box “Use the surround speakers” under “Speaker Settings” in the Setup panel is checked, you can adjust the output levels of the available speakers respectively. When the check box is not checked, this unit is in the virtual 3D mode, allowing adjustment of the virtual 3D effects.
  • Page 29 Adjusting the dynamic range You can set the dynamic range for playing a source with Dolby Digital decoded. This is especially effective for low-volume listening. Select the D-RANGE tab at the bottom of the Main Panel. The following screen appears. Operating the graphic equalizer The 7-band graphic equalizer allows you to set the frequency characteristics according to the type of the music that is played and to compensate for the room characteristics and the speakers’...
  • Page 30 ADVANCED OPERATION Operating the built-in FM tuner With the Application Software, you can operate the tuner more easily than on the front panel or the remote control, including additional functions available only in the Application Software for example storing stations automatically and assigning names to preset stations.
  • Page 31: Volume Settings

    Setting adjustment on the Setup panel When you click SETUP of the Main Panel, the Setup panel appears, allowing you to perform the following settings. Edit Names of Input Sources You can assign a name consisting up to seven characters to each input source.
  • Page 32: Appendix

    Refer to the chart below if this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions given below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.
  • Page 33 Problem When making a recording from an A DSP sound field program is selected or the audio CD to an MD, CD-R, etc., all built-in graphic equalizer is used. tracks are recorded as one track. Program sources on an MD, CD-R, You cannot make a recording from a CD-R, MD, etc.
  • Page 34 Depending on some computer hardware or operating systems, all functions of this unit cannot be used.You can refer to the following Yamaha website for details and related information. Memory back-up The memory back-up circuit prevents the setting of the input selector, the sound field program, the preset memory of the tuner from being lost even if the AC power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet or the power is cut due to a temporary power failure.
  • Page 35: Specifications

    Specifications Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel 5 (20 Hz–20 kHz, 4 , 1% THD) Maximum Power 5 (1 kHz, 4 , 10% THD) Input Sensitivity/Input Impedance PC IN, AUX1 IN, AUX2 IN (ANALOG) Maximum Input Signal PC, AUX1, AUX2 Output Level/Output Impedance REC OUT SUBWOOFER OUTPUT...
  • Page 36 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 VASTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA...
  • Page 37 PERSONAL RECEIVER RP-U200 POWER AUX1 AUX2 TUNER MEMORY PRESET MANUAL HALL JAZZ CHURCH GAME MOVIE LIVE / D T S TEST ON/OFF SURROUND MUTE VOLUME SET UP MANUAL MANUEL DE CONFIGURATION AUX1 AUX2 TUNER VIRTUAL DIGITAL USB PCM D. DSP...
  • Page 38 The owner’s manual for this model consists of two volumes, “SET UP MANUAL” and “OPERATION MANUAL”. Le manuel d'utilisation pour ce modèle se compose de deux volumes, le “MANUEL DE CONFIGURATION” et le “MANUEL D’UTILISATION”. * This manual uses terms utilized by the English operating system as shown on the computer monitor. If the operating system you are using is in another language, please replace the English terms with the terms used in your computer’s operating system.
  • Page 39 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Unpacking ... 2 Battery installation ... 2 Battery replacement ... 2 Remote control operation range ... 2 CONNECTIONS Terminals and their functions ... 3 Connecting your computer ... 4 Connecting audio equipment ... 5 Connecting speakers ... 6 Connecting an FM antenna ...
  • Page 40: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Unpacking After unpacking, check that the following items are supplied. Remote control POWER AUX1 AUX2 TUNER MEMORY PRESET MANUAL HALL JAZZ CHURCH GAME MOVIE LIVE / DTS TEST ON/OFF SURROUND MUTE VOLUME Indoor FM antenna (U.S.A. and Canada models) CD-ROM The CD-ROM contains...
  • Page 41: Connections

    Yamaha YST-SW45, for enhanced bass performance. SPEAKERS outputs Up to five speakers, such as the Yamaha NS-U40P speaker system can be connected to the FRONT L, R, CENTER, REAR L and R terminals. Use speakers whose impedance is 4 or more.
  • Page 42: Connecting Your Computer

    CONNECTIONS Connecting your computer Audio from your computer can be fed to this unit using any of the following connectors: USB, DIGITAL PC COAX IN, DIGITAL PC OPT IN, or ANALOG PC IN. If you use all of these connectors for connection, you can select the connector(s) to use on this unit’s front panel or the remote control.
  • Page 43: Connecting Audio Equipment

    Connecting audio equipment The following illustrations show how to connect a CD player, MD recorder, etc. using both analog and digital connections. However, it’s not necessary to make both connections. Audio connections Be careful not to mix up the left and right connections. If you wish to record analog sound signals inputted to this unit, connect the analog inputs of a tape deck or MD recorder to this unit’s REC OUT.
  • Page 44: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers To reproduce multi-channel surround sounds with this unit, connect five speakers (Yamaha NS-U40P, etc.) to this unit as follows: a pair of front speakers to the FRONT L and R terminals, a center speaker to the CENTER terminal, and a pair of surround speakers to the REAR L and R terminals.
  • Page 45 The SUBWOOFER OUTPUT is a line-level output. Use a subwoofer which has its own built-in power amplifier, such as the Yamaha YST-SW45. If no sound is reprodced from the subwoofer, check the “Speaker Settings” in the Application Software. Refer to page 27 of the separate “OPERATION MANUAL”...
  • Page 46: Setting Up The Speakers

    CONNECTIONS Setting up the speakers The role of the respective speakers In a 5.1-channel surround system, the front speakers are used for reproducing main channel sound (normal stereo sound) and effect sound. The surround speakers are used for surround and effect sounds, and the center speaker is for center channel sound (dialog, etc.).
  • Page 47: Connecting An Fm Antenna

    Connecting an FM antenna Connect an FM antenna to the FM ANT terminal of this unit by following the figure and procedures below. Indoor FM antenna (supplied) (U.S.A. model) It is recommended to use an outdoor FM antenna for good reception.
  • Page 48: Installing Usb Driver And Application Software

    INSTALLING USB DRIVER AND APPLICATION SOFTWARE INSTALLING USB DRIVER AND APPLICATION SOFTWARE When connecting this unit and your computer with the USB cable and controlling this unit from the computer, you must install the following software on your computer. USB driver software: Necessary for this unit to communicate with your computer ...
  • Page 49: Installing The Software

    Installing the software Microsoft Windows 98/98SE or Windows Me Installing and checking the USB driver Turn on your computer and, if it’s not running already, start Windows 98/98SE or Windows Me. Plug the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet.
  • Page 50 INSTALLING USB DRIVER AND APPLICATION SOFTWARE Make the following settings on your computer after the installation of the driver is finished. Setting of Audio and Audio CD [Windows 98/98SE only] * Terminate all the activated applications. * When using Windows 98SE, restart Windows, first. Click the Windows “Start”...
  • Page 51: Online Help

    “Settings”, and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel window appears. Double-click the “Add/Remove Programs” icon. The “Add/Remove Programs Properties” window appears. Select “YAMAHA RP-U200 Application” in the software list. “YAMAHA RP-U200 Application” is highlighted. Click the “Add/Remove Programs” button and...
  • Page 52: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

    INSTALLING USB DRIVER AND APPLICATION SOFTWARE Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Installing and checking the USB driver Turn on your computer and, if it’s not running already, start Windows 2000 Professional, and log in with Administrator. Plug the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet.
  • Page 53 Make the following settings on your computer after the installation of the driver is finished. Setting of Audio and Audio CD Click the Windows “Start” button and select “Settings”, and then “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Sounds and Multimedia” icon. Click the “Audio” tab and select “USB Audio Device”...
  • Page 54 “Settings”, and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel window appears. Double-click the “Add/Remove Programs” icon. The “Add/Remove Programs” window appears. Select “YAMAHA RP-U200 Application” in the software list. “YAMAHA RP-U200 Application” is highlighted. Click the “Change/Remove” button and continue as prompted.
  • Page 55: Macintosh Computer

    Macintosh computer Connections and setup Plug the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet. Start the Macintosh. Connect this unit to a USB port on the computer using the supplied USB cable. The driver software for USB audio is automatically installed.
  • Page 56 “ Copy the “RP-U200 Application” folder in the installation data folder to any hard disk. Copy the “RP-U200 Help” folder in the installation data folder to the “Help” folder in the “System Folder” on the startup disk.
  • Page 57 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 VASTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA...

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