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Yamaha NX-P120 - 6 Piece Home Theater Speaker System Owner's Manual

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DVD HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM
DVX-S120
(DVR-S120+NX-S120+NX-C120+NX-SW120)
DVD RECEIVER
DVR-S120
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 DVD HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM DVX-S120 (DVR-S120+NX-S120+NX-C120+NX-SW120) DVD RECEIVER DVR-S120 OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. CAUTION Keep these instructions. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Heed all warnings. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE Follow all instructions. COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO Do not use this apparatus near water.
  • Page 3 Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer...
  • Page 4 For details, refer to the instructions described below. cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage Note resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than •...
  • Page 5 G The name plate is located on the bottom of the unit. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This product is a DVD home theater sound system consisting of the Model name Category No.

  • Page 6: Connecting Other Equipment

    In a few steps, a whole new world of DVD will open up. Settle into your favorite place on the sofa and let the show begin. LET’S GET THINGS READY! ➡ Page 6, “Preparation” Decide on a place for the speakers, perform a few simple connections, and that’s all there is to it.
  • Page 7 Enjoy playing A VARIETY OF DISCS! ➡ Page 28, “Playing Video and Music Discs” In 3 short steps, play everything from commercial CDs to your own homemade discs. Connect Speakers Play a disc Select a sound field • Enjoy playing all types of discs including audio and video CDs and MP3 music recorded on CD-Rs.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Basic Preparation Introduction Page 6 Playing back a DVD About this Manual Page 6 Supplied Accessories Page 6 Preparing the Remote Control Page 7 Preparing the Speakers Page 7 Placing the Speakers Page 7 Connecting the Speakers and TV Page 8 Basic Operations Viewing a DVD Page 10 Useful Features Page 13...
  • Page 9 Listening to the Radio Connecting the Antennas Page 38 Types of Input Signals Connecting the FM Antenna Page 38 Types of Input Signals Page 75 Connecting the AM Loop Antenna Page 38 Listening to the Radio Page 39 Checking Sound Information (Input Signal Information Display) Page 75 Selecting the Radio Tuner Page 39 Switching Input Modes Page 77...

  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation Introduction Your DVD Home Theater Sound System DVX-S120 consists of the following components. DVD Receiver (DVR-S120) 1 unit Speaker Set (NX-P120) Satellite Speakers (Front, Surround) (NX-S120) 4 units Center Speaker (NX-C120) 1 unit Subwoofer (NX-SW120) 1 unit Explanations in this Owner’s Manual are based on DVX-S120 (DVD Receiver (DVR-S120) and Speaker Set (NX- P120)).

  • Page 11: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparation Preparing the Remote Control Put the batteries in the Remote Control. Press the h mark and slide off the back cover. Insert the two supplied batteries (AA, R06, Check +/- UM-3) into the battery compartment. polarity Close the back cover. Press h Preparing the Speakers The Front Speakers, Surround Speakers, Center Speaker and Subwoofer have special roles based on the type of sound each produces.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Speakers And Tv

    Preparation Connecting the Speakers and TV Please ... Connect the power cord after connecting the speakers and TV. Connect the cable core with the color band near the tip to the + connector. Be careful, if you reverse the cables, the sound will be unnatural.

  • Page 13: Center Speaker

    Preparation Front Left Speaker Center Speaker Turn off the Speaker Cable (Green) TV before connecting. Speaker Cable (White) Connect the VIDEO IN power cord after making all other VIDEO Connect to the S-video or connections. jack on the TV. Video Pin Cable DVD Receiver SUBWOOFER MONITOR...

  • Page 14: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Viewing a DVD It’s time to play a DVD. Select a disc and begin from step 1. Turn on the TV. Switch TV Input. Use the TV remote control or the Use the TV remote control or input switch button on the power switch.
  • Page 15 Basic Operations Place a disc in the tray. Please ... • Place the disc with the label side facing up. • Hold the disc by its edge and hole in the center to avoid touching the surface of the disc. Press on the CinemaStation.
  • Page 16 Basic Operations Press p. TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET ON SCREEN MENU SET MENU ENTER STATUS RETURN TEST VOLUME TV VOL The DVD starts playing. Press s to stop playback. NIGHT CENTER SURR A B C D E SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH...

  • Page 17: Useful Features

    Basic Operations Useful Features Handy Features DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Selecting the Audio Language AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT 1 While holding down SHIFT, NIGHT CENTER SURR press AUDIO. 2 While viewing the TV 1 ja SHIFT TV INPUT screen, press h or g to...

  • Page 18: Switching The Viewing Angle

    Basic Operations Useful Features Handy Features Handy Features Switching the Viewing Angle DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER While holding down SHIFT, press ANGLE. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE The video angle changes each SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO /DTS time you press ANGLE while REPEAT Angle holding down SHIFT.

  • Page 19: Enhancing The Sound Presence

    Basic Operations Useful Features Try It Out! Enhancing the Sound Presence CinemaStation is loaded with a variety of DSP Programs, so you can experience from the raw excitement of a rock concert to the breathtaking space of a cinemagraphic spectacle. See page 64, “More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects”.

  • Page 20: Sound Presence

    Sound Presence Finding the Best DSP Effect Changing the DSP effect based on listening and viewing content Select a DSP Program for the movie or music and experience the sound of a movie theater or concert hall. Follow the chart below to select the DSP Program that offers the acoustic qualities you want.
  • Page 21 Sound Presence Finding the right DSP Program Selecting a DSP Program Action Remote Control Enhances the stereoscopic effect for a thrilling sense of presence only found in an action movie. MOVIE Press MOVIE Drama repeatedly to Expresses surround sounds softly so that voice and dialog are display DSP clear and crisp.

  • Page 22: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Names and Functions of Parts Top and Front Buttons for amplifier and disc operations Stops disc playback. t/e, r/y Selects the previous/next track or chapter. Continue pressing to fast forward or fast reverse. Pauses disc playback. INPUT PROGRESSIVE (NTSC only) Selects an input source.
  • Page 23 Advanced Features Buttons for tuner operations Press INPUT on CinemaStation or press TUNER on the Remote Control to select Tuner mode. In Tuner mode, the buttons below function as described. A/B/C/D/E Selects preset groups (A, B, C, D, E) for FM/AM stations. (See page 41.) d PRESET/TUNING u PRESET/BAND Selects a Preset Number.

  • Page 24: Cinemastation Display

    Advanced Features CinemaStation Display PROGRESSIVE VIRTUAL SLEEP Lights up when Lights up when Virtual Lights up when a DSP sound field PROGRESSIVE is activated. Lights up when using Cinema DSP is enabled. program is selected. the Sleep Timer. SILENT CINEMA indicator DSP Program Decoder indicator Lights up when using a DSP...

  • Page 25: Remote Control Features

    Advanced Features Remote Control Features CinemaStation As shown on the left, CinemaStation is composed of three DVD/CD FM/AM main parts. Remote Control button operations change DSP Program Radio station Playback depending on the mode, so it is possible to control all Input selection Subtitles, audio reception...

  • Page 26: Amp Mode Button Names And Functions

    Advanced Features Amp Mode Button Names and Functions Press AMP before starting operations. Advice • The purple color on the Remote Control indicates Amp mode. q/DTS, SELECT MATRIX 6.1 Switches between Dolby Digital and DTS decoders. Sets the Matrix 6.1 decoder. (See page 64.) In most cases, the Matrix 6.1 decoder works After pressing q/DTS, repeatedly press SELECT to select a decoder.

  • Page 27: Dvd/Cd Mode Button Names And Functions

    Advanced Features DVD/CD Mode Button Names and Functions Press DVD/CD before starting operations. Advice • The green color on the Remote Control indicates DVD/CD mode. While holding down SHIFT, press a button below to enable the corresponding operation. 7 button: Enables Repeat Play. 8 button: Enables settings for A-B Repeat.

  • Page 28: Using The On Screen Menu

    Advanced Features Using the On Screen Menu The On Screen Menu includes Preference, Toolbar and Setup. Perform operations using the TV screen. Preference: You can adjust picture contrast, sharpness and other picture qualities of the DVD or video CD to your liking. Toolbar: You can use Program Play, Disc Navigation and other handy playback features.
  • Page 29 Advanced Features On Screen Menu Press h or g to Press h or g to navigate Press h, g, q or w to navigate the Main the Submenus, then select or set items. Menus, then press w. press w. Status window Features Video shift Saturation...

  • Page 30: Selecting The Media Device

    Selecting the Media Device Selecting the Equipment CinemaStation provides you with a variety of playback options, including CDs, video discs, music CDs and MP3 discs. You can connect a VCR or video game console and increase your home entertainment possibilities. For connecting the equipment you want, follow the chart below.

  • Page 31: The Remote Control

    Selecting the Media Device Making the connections Selecting the equipment DVD/CD Press DVD/CD on the Remote DVD/CD VIDEO Control. TUNER Complete the steps on MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME pages 8 and 9, To play a video disc, perform “Connecting the CINEMA steps 1 to 10 on pages 10 to 12, Speakers and TV”.

  • Page 32: Playing Video And Music Discs

    Playing Video and Music Discs Playback Methods CinemaStation provides you with a variety of playback methods, including the ability to select and quickly find a scene or tune. DVD/CD VIDEO Start operations after first pressing DVD/CD. CinemaStation enters DVD/CD TUNER mode to play a disc.
  • Page 33 Playing Video and Music Discs Frame Advance DVD-V Press d to pause playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE Press d. /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT NIGHT CENTER SURR SHIFT To return to normal play TV INPUT Press w. TV CH A B C D E SLEEP...

  • Page 34: Press Enter, Then Press On Screen To Turn Off

    Playing Video and Music Discs Specify an elapsed time for playback (Time Search) Perform operations using the TV On Screen Menu. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press ON SCREEN. Make sure that “Toolbar” is selected. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE Number /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT...

  • Page 35: Customizing Playback Order (Program Play)

    Playing Video and Music Discs Customizing Playback Order (Program Play) DVD-V Playback your favorite chapters and tracks in the order you want. Perform operations using the TV On Screen Menu. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press ON SCREEN. Make sure that “Toolbar” is selected. SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE...
  • Page 36 Playing Video and Music Discs Select the chapter or track to add to Program Play. Ex. DVD video DVR-S120 WB56650 Press h or g to select the title number to add, POWER POWER then press ENTER. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO...
  • Page 37 Playing Video and Music Discs Check Program Play content Perform steps 1 to 2 in “Customizing Playback Order (Program Play)” on page 31. ON SCREEN MENU SCREEN SET MENU Press w, then press g to select “Play list” ENTER (“Playlist”). Then press w. RETURN STATUS The list appears in the specified order.

  • Page 38: Repeating A Disc Or Track (Repeat Play)

    Playing Video and Music Discs Repeating a Disc or Track (Repeat Play) DVD-V You can repeat a favorite track, chapter or entire disc. You can also repeat Program Play and certain parts you specified as many times as you like. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER...
  • Page 39 Playing Video and Music Discs Repeat between two points (A-B Repeat) DVD-V Specify the start and end of a favorite segment (points A and B) then playback between those two points as much as you like. You can specify a part within one title or track. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER...

  • Page 40: Using A Disc Menu

    Playing Video and Music Discs Using a Disc Menu Using a Disc Menu Many DVDs or video CDs that have Playback Control include an original menu. You can use the menu for skipping to a favorite title or chapter and switching audio or subtitle language.

  • Page 41: Mp3 Playback Features

    Playing Video and Music Discs MP3 Playback Features You can play MP3 music that was recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW by a computer. Advice • Depending on recording conditions some discs cannot be played. Disc Structure Root Since the MP3 format can store several albums on a disc, a : Album folder is assigned to an “Album”, and a file is assigned to a (Folder)

  • Page 42: Listening To The Radio

    Advice • The AM Loop Antenna can be detached from its stand and attached to a wall. • To improve reception, we recommend that you install an outdoor antenna. For details, contact your local Yamaha sound products service center. Note •...

  • Page 43: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio CinemaStation provides several methods for tuning radio stations to help you find channels as easy as you can. Selecting the Radio Tuner Press INPUT repeatedly on CinemaStation until TUNER INPUT appears. The input source changes to Tuner (Radio) and you can listen to AM/FM broadcasts.
  • Page 44 Listening to the Radio Select your favorite stations by hand (Manual Tuning) d PRESET/TUNING PRESET/BAND For stations with weak radio signals, tune manually. Perform step 1 in “Select stations automatically (Auto Tuning)” on page 39. Press AUTO/MAN’L to set CinemaStation to Manual Tuning mode.

  • Page 45: Setting Channels In Advance (Preset)

    Listening to the Radio Setting Channels in Advance (Preset) Presetting radio stations in memory helps you tune the preset radio stations using a few simple button operations. Automatically preset FM stations in advance (Auto Preset) ✕ Up to 40 stations (5 Groups 8 Stations) can be automatically A/B/C/D/E PRESET/BAND...
  • Page 46 Listening to the Radio Manually preset stations in advance (Manual Preset) You can manually preset up to 40 radio stations. MEMORY A/B/C/D/E Select radio stations you want to preset. See page 39, “Selecting Radio Stations”. The frequency and broadcast band (FM or AM) of the tuned-in station appear in the CinemaStation Display.

  • Page 47: Selecting A Preset Station (Preset Tuning)

    Listening to the Radio Selecting a Preset Station (Preset Tuning) You can tune in a radio station simply by selecting its Preset Number. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press A/B/C/D/E repeatedly to select the station’s Preset Group. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE The Preset Group that appears in the CinemaStation /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1...

  • Page 48: Receiving Rds Stations (U.k. And Europe Models Only)

    Listening to the Radio Receiving RDS Stations (U.K. and Europe models only) DVR-S120RDS WB56660 POWER POWER RDS (Radio Data System) is a transmission system for FM stations used in many countries. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT RDS transmissions contain various types of information, NIGHT including PS (Program Service), PTY (Program Type),...
  • Page 49 Listening to the Radio Change RDS Mode There are four RDS display modes. When an RDS Note station is broadcasting, PS, PTY, RT or CT mode • When an RDS station is broadcasting, do not press FREQ/RDS until indicators corresponding to the services provided one or more mode indicators light up in the CinemaStation Display.

  • Page 50: Using Other Equipment

    Using Other Equipment Connecting Video Equipment Connect a VCR to CinemaStation to play or dub videos. You can also connect a game console or video camera. Connecting a Game Console or VCR Please... • Always read the owner’s manual of any equipment you want to connect. Connection Cables Use a commercially available Audio/Video cable.

  • Page 51: Connect A Tv To An Audio Input

    Using Other Equipment Notes on the audio jacks • You cannot simultaneously use both IN and OUT jacks when the jack names are the same as each other. For example, the signal input from the VCR IN jack does not output from the VCR OUT jack.

  • Page 52: Operating A Vcr

    Using Other Equipment Operating a VCR For VCR operations, read your VCR owner’s manual. Advice DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER • The Remote Control can also operate a television or VCR connected POWER to CinemaStation. However, it is first necessary to enter the AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE...

  • Page 53: Dubbing From A Video Camera To A Vcr

    Using Other Equipment Dubbing from a Video Camera to a VCR For video camera and VCR operations, be sure to read their respective owner’s manuals. Turn on the TV DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER POWER Turn on the video camera and VCR. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE...

  • Page 54: Connecting Audio Equipment

    Using Other Equipment Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect a CD recorder or MD recorder to CinemaStation to record audio played on CinemaStation. Connecting a CD or MD Recorder Please... • For equipment connection, read the owner's manual of the equipment you want to connect.
  • Page 55 Using Other Equipment Notes on the digital audio jacks • The digital jacks are compatible with PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS signals. • The OPTICAL IN jack is compatible with a digital signal that has a 96 kHz or less sampling frequency. •...

  • Page 56: Recording Audio From Cinemastation

    Using Other Equipment Notes on recording and playing audio • Perform a test recording before recording. • It is not possible to record DSP effects. • When you turn off the connected CD recorder or MD recorder power, playback sound may become distorted and the volume reduced.

  • Page 57: Creating The Best Listening Space

    Creating the Best Listening Space Placing the Speakers (NX-P120) To get the most out of the sound field effects you need to place the speakers in the best positions. To guard against poor acoustics like sound blur make sure the speakers are stable. Also read page 7, Preparing the Speakers. Placing the Center Speaker Make sure the top of the television is level.

  • Page 58: Placing The Front And Surround Speakers

    • CinemaStation may fall over if your feet or hands get caught in the speaker cable. Make sure the cables are fixed in place. • After attaching everything, check the overall safety of your installation. YAMAHA will bear no responsibility for accidents caused by improperly placed equipment or faulty installation methods.
  • Page 59 Creating the Best Listening Space When attaching to a speaker stand and bracket Use the supplied screw to attach the mounting bracket to the bottom of the speaker. Mounting bracket The jutting part of the bracket enters the groove at the (supplied) speaker base.

  • Page 60: Using Commercially Available Speakers Or Cables

    Creating the Best Listening Space Yamaha Speaker Stand SPS-80 (Option) With the SPS-80 Speaker Stands, you can set the Front Speakers and Surround Speakers on the floor. (2 stands/set) SPS-80 * SPS-80 stands may not be available in certain regions.
  • Page 61 Creating the Best Listening Space Changing the speaker cables Push up the release button and pull out the supplied speaker cable from the connector. Release button Peel away about 10 mm ( ) of covering from the tip of the commercially available cable and firmly twist the cable cores.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Speaker Volume Level

    Creating the Best Listening Space Adjusting the Speaker Volume Level The default settings of the Speakers are suitable for most conditions. However, depending on room conditions or listening position, you may need to adjust the Speaker volume level, especially when changing speaker or furniture position.
  • Page 63 Creating the Best Listening Space Adjust the overall sound using the VOLUME +/- LEFT RIGHT so that you can hear the test tone. The picture on the left shows the test tone order: LEFT (Front L Speaker) → CENTER (Center Speaker) → RIGHT (Front R Speaker) →...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Speaker Volume Level During Playback

    Creating the Best Listening Space Adjusting the Speaker Volume Level During Playback Adjust the volume level of the Subwoofer, Center and Surround Left/Right Speakers, if you feel the speaker is unbalanced during audio playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 Advice POWER POWER • Volume levels other than for Front Speakers can be adjusted. CENTER SUBTITLE AUDIO...
  • Page 65 Creating the Best Listening Space Adjust speaker volume for 5ch Stereo DSP Program You can adjust the speaker volume for 5ch Stereo DSP Program Press AMP during playback. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE Repeatedly press MUSIC and select “5ch SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO...

  • Page 66: Setting The Speaker Size

    (Front, Center, Surround and Subwoofer). But depending on your listening objectives, you can turn off specified speakers. When using any speaker other than YAMAHA Speaker Set NX-P120, you need to specify the speaker size. You can specify these settings in Speaker mode.
  • Page 67 Creating the Best Listening Space * CENTER * BASS Sets whether the Center Speaker is present or not, and Selects the speaker to output a LFE/BASS (low tone) sets the size of the Center Speaker. signal. LFE stands for Low Frequency Effect and it is used to output bands of 90 Hz and below when Dolby Selection items: LRG (Large), SML (Small), NON Digital or DTS is active.

  • Page 68: More Information About Dsp (Surround) Effects

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Selecting DSP Program Effects To get the most out of CinemaStation, select a sound field based on how many speakers you want to use and the listening environment. Select a sound field based on Select a sound field based on Enjoy original Dolby and DTS how many speakers you want...
  • Page 69 More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects AUTO: Depending on whether the source is Dolby or DTS, automatically switches between Dolby Digital plus Matrix 6.1 and DTS plus Matrix 6.1 audio. Even if you play a 5.1 channel source with this setting, no virtual surround back speaker is created.

  • Page 70: Using All Speakers For Cd Or Video Playback

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using All Speakers for CD or Video playback Selecting Dolby Pro Logic II converts a 2-channel source into virtual multi-channels for enjoying sound using all speakers. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Play the 2-channel source. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE...
  • Page 71 More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Change the Dolby Pro Logic II Music setting You can change the settings (parameters) for Dolby Pro Logic II Music and adjust the sound field to match your listening space. DVR-S120 WB56650 Perform steps 1 to 5 in “Using All Speakers for POWER POWER CD or Video playback”...

  • Page 72: Using Front Speakers Only For Dsp Program (Virtual Cinema Dsp)

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using Front Speakers Only for DSP Program (Virtual Cinema DSP) Since Virtual Cinema DSP processes the sound input source, you can virtually reproduce surround speakers, and enjoy a DSP Program with only your Front L/R Speakers.

  • Page 73: Using A Dsp Program With Headphones (Silent Cinema)

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using a DSP Program with Headphones (SILENT CINEMA) Connect your headphones to the (phones) jack on CinemaStation and enjoy multi-speaker simulation called SILENT CINEMA. Connect your headphones to the (phones) jack on CinemaStation. Play the source. Select a DSP Program.

  • Page 74: Using A Dsp Program With Low Volume (Night Listening)

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Using a DSP Program with Low Volume (Night Listening) You can control the big sound effects and focus on listening clearly to speech. Enjoy a DSP Program even in the evening at a low volume. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER...

  • Page 75: Changing The Delay Time Of A Dsp Program

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Changing the Delay Time of a DSP Program Each DSP Program is designed to draw out the maximum effect from the source audio. CinemaStation provides the DSP Programs with optimum value of parameters including reflected sound, reverberant sound and Delay Time.
  • Page 76 More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Default values for Delay Time Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and DTS Program Default Setting Default Setting Program Name Program Name Group (ms) (ms) MOVIE Action PL Normal (Dolby Pro Logic) Action 6.1 Normal Drama (Dolby Digital, DTS) Drama 6.1...

  • Page 77: Reproducing The Original Dolby And Dts Sound

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Reproducing the Original Dolby and DTS Sound You can play back and enjoy movie sound processed with Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS. Enjoy smooth, precise and flowing audio of the original sound design. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER...

  • Page 78: Reproducing Stereo Sound

    More Information about DSP (Surround) Effects Reproducing Stereo Sound You can enjoy the 2-channel (stereo sound) source only with the Front L/R Speakers. DVR-S120 WB56650 Play the source. POWER POWER AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE STEREO /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT Press AMP.

  • Page 79: Types Of Input Signals

    Types of Input Signals Types of Input Signals You can check the type of input signal and format from the CinemaStation Display. You can also set the input mode to select the digital/analog entry sequence or to only input a specified signal. Checking Sound Information (Input Signal Information Display) During playback, you can show input signal type, format and sampling frequency information in the CinemaStation...
  • Page 80 Types of Input Signals Input signal information Note on digital signals that exceed 48 kHz CinemaStation’s digital input jack can input a sampling (Format) frequency up to 96 kHz. For details read the owner’s Shows the input signal format. When the digital input manual of the device connected to the digital input jack.

  • Page 81: Switching Input Modes

    Types of Input Signals Switching Input Modes You can playback most sources without a problem with the AUTO setting (factory default setting). Then depending on your needs, you can select the priority level for digital and analog input signals, and specify formats such as DVR-S120 WB56650 DTS.

  • Page 82: Additional Features

    Additional Features Using the Sleep Timer After a specified time the power automatically enters standby so you can enjoy CinemaStation until you fall asleep. Play the source. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Repeatedly press SLEEP and set the time to AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE enter standby mode.

  • Page 83: Enjoying High-Quality Video

    THE “STANDARD DEFINITION” OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR VIDEO MONITOR COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS UNIT, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. This unit is compatible with the complete line of YAMAHA projectors, including the DPX-1, LPX-500, DPX-1000 and with the YAMAHA PDM-1 plasma display.

  • Page 84: Protecting Your Children From Undesirable Scene

    Additional Features Protecting Your Children from Undesirable Scene Using Parental Control You can cut a scene that you do not feel it is suitable for your children, or lock a disc from being played. CinemaStation allows you to set the level of Parental Control. It then checks the level of a disc whose level has been set in advance and automatically decides if the content is suitable for viewing by your children before playing.
  • Page 85 Additional Features Use the Number buttons to enter a password (4 DVR-S120 WB56650 digits). POWER POWER AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE Disc lock Number /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT Parental level buttons NIGHT CENTER SURR * * * * Enter PIN SHIFT Change PIN TV INPUT...

  • Page 86: Locking A Disc

    Additional Features Locking a Disc CinemaStation locks a disc by storing its ID code in memory. So the next time the disc is inserted the user is prompted to enter a password to unlock the disc. Enter the password correctly to load the disc. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER...

  • Page 87: Operating Other Equipment With The Cinemastation Remote Control

    Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control Storing Manufacturer Codes in the Remote Control If you set the manufacturer code (a unique code assigned to each manufacturer) in the CinemaStation Remote Control, you can operate a connected television, VCR, CD or MD recorder with the Remote Control. Note •...

  • Page 88: Available Operations

    Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control When the Remote Control’s TV or VCR To return to the factory default settings button does not work even after setting the While pressing SHIFT down as in step 2 Setting the device manufacturer code Manufacturer Code, enter 299 for TV or 399 for VCR.
  • Page 89 Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control TV operation DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Press POWER before starting operations. AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT NIGHT CENTER SURR SHIFT Channel Selection (+) Input Switch TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E Channel Selection (-) VCR Stop...

  • Page 90: Manufacturer Code List

    Depending on the model and year, you may not be able to use some manufacturer products. In this case, use the remote control supplied with each product. Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Yamaha 299/292 Funai 277/278/285 Portland 297/256/287 Admiral 292/293...
  • Page 91 Operating Other Equipment with the CinemaStation Remote Control Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Manufacturer Code Lloyd Sharp 395/362/382 Yamaha 399/392/393/394 Loewe 396/337 Siemens Admiral Luxor Signature 2000 395/397 Aiwa 396/397/398/329/339 393/396/397/336/349 Sony 368/379/372/373/374/ Akai 322/323/324 Magnavox 325/326/328 Sylvania...

  • Page 92: Using The Set Menu

    Using the SET MENU Using the SET MENU You can use the SET MENU to adjust settings, including Speaker settings. Change the settings to match your listening environment. SET MENU List The SET MENU contains the items below. Item Default Setting (value) * Speaker Set * CENTER * FRONT...

  • Page 93: Navigating The Set Menu

    Using the SET MENU Navigating the SET MENU Press AMP. DVR-S120 WB56650 Press SET MENU. POWER POWER AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE /DTS SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO REPEAT Press h or g repeatedly to select the Menu you NIGHT CENTER SURR want. SHIFT TV INPUT TV CH...

  • Page 94: Lef Level

    Using the SET MENU Adjust the playback level of the LFE signal Set the dynamic range during Dolby Digital (* LEF Level) playback (* D. Range) You can adjust the LFE channel output level while You can select the dynamic range (spread between the playing a Dolby Digital or DTS signal.

  • Page 95: Input Mode

    Using the SET MENU Reassign input jacks (* Input Assign) Set frequency step (* Tuner Step) (Asia and General models only) You can assign CinemaStation’s OPTICAL IN jack to VIDEO or VCR. When set to VIDEO, press the VIDEO The inter-station frequency spacing differs depending on button to operate the device connected to the OPTICAL the areas.

  • Page 96: Using The On Screen Menu

    Using the On Screen Menu Using the On Screen Menu You can use the On Screen Menu to adjust settings for DVD playback, including picture and language settings. Navigating the On Screen Menu For example, adjust the color saturation. Press ON SCREEN. Program Preferences View...
  • Page 97 Using the On Screen Menu Press w to enter menu items. DVR-S120 WB56650 POWER POWER Saturation SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE Contrast SELECT MATRIX 6.1 STEREO /DTS REPEAT Color settings Natural NIGHT CENTER SURR Brightness SHIFT Sharpness TV INPUT TV CH A B C D E SLEEP PRESET PRESET...

  • Page 98: On Screen Menu Guide

    Using the On Screen Menu On Screen Menu Guide On Screen Menu guide Main Menu Submenu Setting Item Setting Content Picture Video shift Adjust from +1 to +7. Adjusts the screen Preference position. Adjust from -7 to +7. Adjusts the video color Saturation saturation.
  • Page 99 Using the On Screen Menu Main Menu Submenu Setting Item Setting Content Setup Access Disc Lock Set the Disc Lock “On”/“Off”. Page 82 Parental level Adjust the level from 0 to +8. Page 81 Enter PIN Enter the password. Page 80 Change PIN Change the password.

  • Page 100: Appendix

    CinemaStation power, remove the power plug from the outlet and contact the store where you purchased the product or your nearest YAMAHA sound products service center and ask for assistance.
  • Page 101 Appendix No sound except from the Front No sound from the Surround Speakers. Speakers. 1 You turned off the Surround Speaker Cause 1 You are listening to STEREO sound. volume level. Cause Press STEREO and make sure sound field Solution Turn up the Surround Speaker volume.
  • Page 102 Appendix Sound volume will not increase. Digital and high frequency devices create noise. The power of the device connected to Cause CinemaStation’s output jack is not turned CinemaStation is placed too close to a Cause digital or high frequency device. If the power of the device connected to the Place CinemaStation further away from Solution...

  • Page 103: Disc Playback

    Appendix Disc Playback Viewing angle does not change. One of the buttons doesn’t work. You can only use this feature if you are Some discs do not allow certain operations. Cause Cause playing a disc recorded with multiple angles. Playback does not start when pressing w, or it immediately stops.

  • Page 104: Radio Reception

    Appendix The disc is ejected as soon as it is inserted. “No Disc” appears in the CinemaStation Display. A disc that cannot be played has been Cause inserted. No disc is inserted or a disc is inserted Cause incorrectly. Set the disc in the tray correctly. See page Solution Radio Reception Auto Tuning does not work.

  • Page 105: Remote Control

    Appendix Remote Control The Remote Control does not work. A peripheral device does not work with the Remote Control. 1 You are outside the Remote Control Cause operating range. Cause You cannot operate a system component. Operate the Remote Control within 6 m (20 Use the remote control that came with the Solution Solution...

  • Page 106: Information

    Appendix Information Disc information The table below lists the types of discs you can play on CinemaStation. Video Discs Type of Disc Disc Logo Mark DVD Video SVCD (Super Video CD) DIGITAL VIDEO Video CD DIGITAL VIDEO Video CDs made by copying an MPEG movie file onto a CD-R or CD-RW.

  • Page 107: Handling A Disc

    Appendix Handling a disc Note • The following discs cannot be played with this unit. • Do not touch the surface of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CDV. (This product can play some the disc. Hold a disc by its types of DVD-R, DVD-RW (Video format only), DVD+R or edge and center hole.
  • Page 108 Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. SILENT CINEMA is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION. Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System with a built-in power amplifier...

  • Page 109: Glossary

    With an abundance of audio data, it is number of speakers. able to provide authentic sounding effects. Yamaha Cinema DSP applies original sound field technology based on a wealth of real-world data Dynamic Range measurements to reproduce Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby...
  • Page 110 SILENT CINEMA called Packed PCM (P.PCM) that can be compressed without any loss of data. SILENT CINEMA is an original Yamaha system that reproduces in a pair of headphones the acoustic Matrix 6.1 personality of sound field programs based on multi- speakers.

  • Page 111: Index

    Appendix Index 5ch Stereo ..............17 I, J Input Assign ..............91 Input Mode ..............91 Input Modes ..............77 A-B Repeat ..............35 Action ................17 Jazz Club ............... 17 Changing the Order of Preset Stations ......43 L/R Balance ..............90 CinemaStation Display brightness ........
  • Page 112 Appendix Sci-Fi (Science Fiction) ..........17 Selecting Radio Stations ..........39 Auto Tuning ............... 39 Manual Tuning ............40 Preset Tuning ............. 43 SET MENU ..............90 Setting Channels in Advance (Preset) ......41 Auto Preset ..............41 Manual Preset ............42 Setting the Manufacturer Code ........

  • Page 113: Specifications

    AUDIO SECTION Model Name ..........NX-SW120 Minimum RMS Output Power Type FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R ..Advanced YAMAHA Active Servo Technology system 1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 6Ω ........... 45 W Driver U.S.A. and Canada models ... 16 cm (6 inch) cone, magnetic shielding type 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.9% THD, 6Ω...
  • Page 114 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 WD18 7GQ, ENGLAND YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN Printed in Malaysia WB85310-1 YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD.

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