Yamaha RX-V661 Owner's Manual
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RX-V661
AV Receiver
Ampli-tuner audio-vidéo
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
BRUKSANVISNING
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ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ

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  • Page 1 RX-V661 AV Receiver Ampli-tuner audio-vidéo OWNER’S MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BRUKSANVISNING GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ...
  • Page 2 As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION ADVANCED OPERATION Notice ............... 2 Advanced sound configurations......59 Changing sound field parameter settings....59 Features ..............3 Selecting decoders ........... 64 Supplied accessories ..........3 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP)..67 Getting started ............4 Using SET MENU........... 69 Quick start guide ............
  • Page 4: Notice

    • The symbol “☞ ” with page number(s) indicates the “HDMI”, the “HDMI” logo and “High-Definition Multimedia corresponding reference page(s). Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. “SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.
  • Page 5: Features

    Center: 90 W iPod controlling capability Surround: 90 W + 90 W ◆ DOCK terminal to connect a Yamaha iPod universal dock Surround back: 90 W + 90 W (such as the YDS-10, sold separately), which supports iPod SCENE function (Click and Wheel), iPod nano, and iPod mini ◆...
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Getting started ■ Installing batteries in the remote control ■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Asia and General models only) Caution The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local voltage BEFORE plugging the power cable into the AC wall outlet. Improper setting of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR may cause damage to this unit and create a potential fire hazard.
  • Page 7: Quick Start Guide

    Quick start guide Quick start guide The following steps describe the easiest way to enjoy DVD movie playback in your home theater. Front right Preparation: Check the items speaker Video monitor Subwoofer Front left In these steps, you need the following supplied Surround right speaker speaker...
  • Page 8: Setting Up Speakers

    Quick start guide Step 1: Set up your speakers Place your speakers in the room and connect them to this Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel unit. (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. Front speakers and center speaker AUDIO MULTI CH ZONE 2...
  • Page 9: Connect Dvd Player And Other Components

    Quick start guide Step 2: Connect your DVD player Connect the video cable to the composite and other components video output jack of your DVD player and DVD VIDEO jack of this unit. ZONE 2 AUDIO MULTI CH PRE OUT VIDEO INPUT CENTER...
  • Page 10 The wire of the AM loop antenna does not have any polarity and you can connect either end of the wire to AM or GND terminal • Connecting a Yamaha iPod universal dock Assembling the supplied AM loop antenna ☞ P. 23 •...
  • Page 11 Start playback of the desired DVD on your press SCENE 1 button player. If the connected DVD player is a Yamaha product and has Check the type of the connected speakers. capability of the SCENE control signals with the REMOTE If the speakers are 6 ohm speakers, set “SP IMP.”...
  • Page 12: Additional Features

    Quick start guide What do you want to do with this Notes unit? • To use the “TV Viewing” template (Case B), you must connect a satellite receiver, a cable TV receiver or an HDTV decoder to this unit in advance. See page 20 for details. ■...
  • Page 13: Connections

    ☞ P. 95 ☞ P. 18-20 ☞ P. 18-21 DOCK terminal MULTI CH INPUT jacks PRE OUT jacks Connect a Yamaha iPod Connect the input source component Connect external amplifiers and an universal dock equipped with the multi-channel active subwoofer.
  • Page 14: Placing Speakers

    Subwoofer (SW) The use of a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier, such as the Yamaha Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, is effective not only for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels, but also for high fidelity sound reproduction of the LFE (low-frequency effect) channel included in Dolby Digital and DTS sources.
  • Page 15: Connecting Speakers

    Connections Connecting speakers Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R), “+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are faulty, this unit cannot reproduce the input sources accurately. Caution • Before connecting the speakers, make sure that this unit is turned off (see page 25). •...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Speaker Cable

    Connections ■ Connecting the speaker cable ■ Connecting the banana plug (except Europe, Asia and Korea models) Remove approximately 10 mm (0.4 in) of insulation from the end of each speaker Tighten the knob and then insert the banana cable and then twist the exposed wires of the plug connector into the end of the cable together to prevent short circuits.
  • Page 17: Information On Jacks And Cable Plugs

    Connections Information on jacks and cable plugs Audio jacks and cable plugs Video jacks and cable plugs COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL DIGITAL AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO COAXIAL OPTICAL (White) (Red) (Orange) (Yellow) (Green) (Blue) (Red) Left and right Coaxial Optical Composite S-video Component analog audio...
  • Page 18: Information On Hdmi

    Connections Information on HDMI™ ■ HDMI compatibility with this unit ■ HDMI jack and cable plug Compatible Audio signal Audio signal HDMI types formats HDMI components HDMI cable plug 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32-192 kHz, CD, DVD-Video, 16/20/24 bit DVD-Audio, etc. Multi-ch Linear 8ch, 32-192 kHz, DVD-Audio, etc.
  • Page 19: Audio And Video Signal Flow

    Connections Audio and video signal flow ■ Audio signal flow ■ Video signal flow Input Output Input Output HDMI HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO (COAXIAL) COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO Digital output Through Analog output Video conversion ON (see page 79) Notes Notes •...
  • Page 20: Connecting A Tv Monitor Or Projector

    Connections Connecting a TV monitor or projector Connect your TV (or projector) to the HDMI OUT jack, Notes the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack or the VIDEO MONITOR • Some video monitors connected to this unit via a DVI OUT jack of this unit.
  • Page 21: Connecting Other Components

    Connections Connecting other components • When “VIDEO CONV.” is set to “ON” (see page 79), the converted video signals are output only at the MONITOR OUT Make sure that this unit and other jacks. To record a source, make the same type of video components are unplugged from the connections between each component.
  • Page 22 Connections ■ Connecting a DVD recorder, PVR or VCR DVD recorder, PVR or VCR S-video in Audio out Audio in Video in Video out S-video out AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Component video out Audio in Audio out DVD recorder, PVR ■...
  • Page 23: Connecting Audio Components

    Connections ■ Connecting audio components Notes • To make a digital connection to a component other than the default component assigned to each the DIGITAL INPUT jack or the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack, select the corresponding setting for “OPTICAL OUT”, “OPTICAL IN”, or “COAXIAL IN” in “I/O ASSIGNMENT”...
  • Page 24: Connecting An External Amplifier

    Connections ■ Connecting an external amplifier This unit has more than enough power for any home use. However, if you want to add more power to the speaker output or if you want to use another amplifier, connect an external amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks. Notes •...
  • Page 25 This unit is equipped with the DOCK terminal on the rear components and start the playback when you use one of the panel that allows you to connect a Yamaha iPod universal SCENE buttons. Refer to the owner’s manuals for details about dock (such as the YDS-10, sold separately) where you can the capability of the SCENE control signals of the components.
  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cable

    • A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, install an outdoor antenna. Consult the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center about outdoor antennas. AM loop ■ AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED) antenna U.K.
  • Page 27: Setting The Speaker Impedance

    Connections Setting the speaker impedance Turning this unit on and off ■ Turning on this unit Caution If you are to use 6 ohm speakers, set “SP IMP.” to Press on the front panel “6 MIN” as follows BEFORE using this unit. 4 ohm inward to the ON position to turn on this speakers can be also used as the front speakers.
  • Page 28: Front Panel Display

    G SP A B indicators 6 DOCK indicator Light up according to the set of front speakers selected. Lights up when you station your iPod in a Yamaha iPod H ZONE2 indicator universal dock (such as the YDS-10, sold separately) Lights up when Zone 2 is turned on (see page 96).
  • Page 29: Using The Remote Control

    Connections L Radio Data System indicators Using the remote control (Europe model only) The remote control transmits a directional infrared ray. PS, PTY, RT and CT Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote Light up according to the selected Radio Data System control sensor on this unit during operation.
  • Page 30: Optimizing The Speaker Setting For Your Listening Room

    OPTIMIZING THE SPEAKER SETTING FOR YOUR LISTENING ROOM Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room This unit employs the YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) technology which lets you avoid troublesome listening-based speaker setup and achieves highly accurate sound adjustments automatically. The supplied optimizer microphone collects and this unit analyzes the sound your speakers produce in your actual listening environment.
  • Page 31 Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room l / h to select the desired setting l / h to select the desired setting of Press Press for “EXTRA SP ASSIGN” and then press “EQ” and then press Extra speaker assignment Parametric equalizer type EQ EXTRA SP ASSIGN Parametric equalizer adjusts the level of the specified...
  • Page 32 Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room This unit performs the following checks: The results displayed under “RESULT” are as follows. Speaker wiring WIRING Number of speakers SP Checks which speakers are connected and the polarity of each speaker. Displays the number of speakers connected to this unit in the following order: Speaker size SIZE...
  • Page 33 Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room l / h repeatedly to toggle between Press Press to return to the top the setup result displays. “AUTO:RESULT” display. Results of the speaker connection and wiring AUTO:RESULT . RESULT 3/4/0.1 DIST: 4.50/5.30m LVL : -9.0/+6.5dB >...
  • Page 34 Optimizing the speaker setting for your listening room ■ If an error screen appears l / h repeatedly to toggle between Press k / n / l / h to select “RETRY” or Press the warning displays. “EXIT” and then press The following display is an example where “E-9:USER WARNING:W-1 CANCEL”...
  • Page 35: Selecting The Scene Templates

    SELECTING THE SCENE TEMPLATES Selecting the SCENE templates This unit is equipped with 17 preset SCENE templates for various situations of using this unit. As the initial factory Rotate the I INPUT selector (or set the setting, the following SCENE templates are assigned to operation mode selector to AMP and then each SCENE button:...
  • Page 36 Radio Listening Radio programs TUNER (FM/AM) iPod iPod Listening DOCK To listening to the iPod, you need to connect a Yamaha iPod universal dock (sold separately) to this unit (see page 56). TV programs TV Viewing DTV/CBL TV Sports Viewing...
  • Page 37 You can select “V-AUX” as the input source even if your iPod capability of the SCENE control signals and is connected to is stationed in the Yamaha Universal Dock connected to this the REMOTE OUT jack of this unit, this unit operates the unit.
  • Page 38: Creating Your Original Scene Templates

    Selecting the SCENE templates Creating your original SCENE k / n to select the desired parameter Press templates l / h to of the SCENE template and then select the desired value of the selected You can create your original SCENE templates for each parameter.
  • Page 39: Playback

    PLAYBACK Playback Caution Start playback on the selected source Extreme caution should be exercised when you play component or select a broadcast station. back CDs encoded in DTS. If you play back a CD • Refer to the operating instructions for the source encoded in DTS on a DTS-incompatible CD player, component.
  • Page 40: Selecting The Multi Ch Input Component

    Playback Selecting the front speaker set ■ A quick guide to contents Use this feature to turn the front speaker system (FRONT A and/or FRONT B) on or off. When you want to... page Enjoy pure hi-fi stereo sound Press 1 SPEAKERS on the front panel Adjust the tonal quality of the front speakers repeatedly to turn on or off the set of front Adjust the parameters of sound field programs...
  • Page 41: Selecting Audio Input Jacks (Audio Select)

    Playback Selecting audio input jacks Displaying the current status of (AUDIO SELECT) this unit on a video monitor This unit comes with a variety of input jacks. Use this You can display the operating information of this unit on a feature (audio input jack select) to switch between input video monitor.
  • Page 42: Using Your Headphones

    Playback Using your headphones Playing video sources in the background of an audio source Connect a pair of headphones with a stereo You can combine a video image from a video source with analog audio cable plug to the PHONES jack on sound from an audio source.
  • Page 43: Using The Sleep Timer

    Playback Using the sleep timer Press SET MENU on the remote control again to exit from “SET MENU”. Use this feature to automatically set the main zone to the standby mode after a certain amount of time. The sleep ■ Audio information timer is useful when you are going to sleep while this unit is playing or recording a source.
  • Page 44: Sound Field Programs

    This unit is equipped with a variety of precise digital decoders that allow you to enjoy multi-channel playback from almost any stereo or multi-channel sound source. This unit is also equipped with a Yamaha digital sound field processing (DSP) chip containing several sound field programs which you can use to enhance your playback experience.
  • Page 45 Sound field programs ■ For audio music sources For audio music sources, we also recommend using the Pure Direct mode (see page 48). Notes • The available sound field parameters differ depending on the settings of the speakers. • “DIALG.LIFT” is available only when “EXTRA SP ASSIGN” in “SPEAKER SET” is set to “PRESENCE” (see page 70). CLASSICAL ENTERTAIN CLASSICAL...
  • Page 46 Sound field programs ■ For various sources Notes • The available sound field parameters and the created sound fields differ depending on the input sources and the settings of this unit. • “DIALG.LIFT” is available only when “EXTRA SP ASSIGN” in “SPEAKER SET” is set to “PRESENCE” (see page 70). ENTERTAIN ENTERTAINMENT Sports...
  • Page 47 Sound field programs ■ For movie sources You can select the desired decoder used with following sound field program (except “Mono Movie”). See page 64 for details. Notes • The available sound field parameters and the created sound fields differ depending on the input sources and the settings of this unit. •...
  • Page 48: Stereo Playback

    Sound field programs ■ Stereo playback Note The available parameters differ depending on the input sources and the settings of this unit. STEREO STEREO 2ch STEREO Use this program to mix down multi-channel sources to 2 channels. See page 49 for details. DIRECT STEREO STEREO...
  • Page 49: Enjoying Unprocessed Input Sources (Straight Decoding Mode)

    Sound field programs Enjoying unprocessed input sources (Straight decoding mode) When this unit is in the “STRAIGHT” mode, 2-channel stereo sources are output from only the front left and right speakers. Multi-channel sources are decoded straight into the appropriate channels without any additional effect processing.
  • Page 50: Using Audio Features

    USING AUDIO FEATURES Using audio features Adjusting the speaker level Before performing operations, set the operation mode selector on the remote control to AMP. You can adjust the output level of each speaker while Enjoying pure hi-fi sound listening to a music source. This is also possible when playing sources input at the MULTI CH INPUT jacks.
  • Page 51: Enjoying Multi-Channel Sources In 2-Channel Stereo

    Using audio features Notes Enjoying multi-channel sources in • You cannot use the night listening modes in the following 2-channel stereo cases: –when the Pure Direct mode (see page 48) is selected. You can mix down multi-channel sources to 2 channels –when the component connected to the MULTI CH and enjoy playback in 2-channel stereo.
  • Page 52: Fm/Am Tuning

    FM/AM TUNING FM/AM tuning There are 2 tuning methods: automatic and manual. Automatic tuning is effective when station signals are strong and there is no interference. If the signal from the station you want to select is weak, tune into it manually. You can also use the automatic and manual preset tuning features to store up to 40 stations (A1 to E8: 8 preset station numbers in each of the 5 preset station groups).
  • Page 53: Automatic Preset Tuning

    FM/AM tuning Notes Automatic preset tuning • Any stored station data existing under a preset station You can use the automatic preset tuning feature to store up number is cleared when you store a new station under the to 40 FM stations with strong signals (A1 to E8: 8 preset same preset station number.
  • Page 54: Selecting Preset Stations

    FM/AM tuning Press 5 PRESET/TUNING l / h to select a Press 5 PRESET/TUNING l / h on the PRESET/CH k / n on the preset station number (1 to 8) while the front panel (or MEMORY indicator is flashing. remote control) to select the desired preset •...
  • Page 55: Radio Data System Tuning (Europe Model Only)

    RADIO DATA SYSTEM TUNING (EUROPE MODEL ONLY) Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. This unit can receive various Radio Data System data such as PS (program service), PTY (program type), RT (radio text), CT (clock time), and EON (enhanced other networks) when receiving Radio Data System broadcasting stations.
  • Page 56: Selecting The Radio Data System Program Type (Pty Seek Mode)

    Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) Selecting the Radio Data System PRESET/CH k / n on the remote Press program type (PTY SEEK mode) control to select the desired program type. The name of the selected program type appears in the Use this feature to select the desired radio program by front panel display.
  • Page 57: Using The Enhanced Other Networks (Eon) Data Service

    Radio Data System tuning (Europe model only) Using the enhanced other Press PTY SEEK START on the remote networks (EON) data service control to start searching for all the available Radio Data System preset stations. Use this feature to receive the EON (enhanced other The name of the selected program type flashes and networks) data service of the Radio Data System station the PTY HOLD indicator lights up in the front panel...
  • Page 58: Using Ipod

    AUDIO OUT (REC) jacks for recording. • Your iPod battery is automatically charged when your iPod is stationed in a Yamaha iPod universal dock connected to the DOCK terminal of this unit as long as this unit is turned on. You can also select whether this unit charges the battery of the stationed iPod or not when this unit is in the standby mode by selecting the “STANDBY CHARGE”...
  • Page 59 Using iPod™ ■ The function of the play information Set the operation mode selector to display SOURCE and then press DISPLAY on the remote control. iPod [Play] The following display appears in the OSD. 1 / 9 Frankie Zipper Made-to-order iPod Road to India Playlists...
  • Page 60: Recording

    RECORDING Recording Recording adjustments and other operations are performed from the recording components. Refer to the operating instructions for those components. Caution The DTS signal is a digital bitstream. Attempting to digitally record the DTS bitstream will result in noise being recorded.
  • Page 61: Advanced Sound Configurations

    ADVANCED SOUND CONFIGURATIONS Advanced sound configurations Changing sound field parameter k / n to select the desired sound Press settings l / h to change field parameter and then the selected sound field parameter value. You can enjoy good quality sound with the initial factory settings.
  • Page 62 Advanced sound configurations ■ Basic configuration of sound field Adjusting the vertical dialogue position programs (DIALG.LIFT) Use this feature to adjust the vertical position of the dialogues in movies. The ideal position of the dialogues is To change sound field parameter settings, see page 59 for details. at the center of the video monitor screen.
  • Page 63 Advanced sound configurations ■ Sound field parameters for the advanced configurations Use the following sound field parameters to customize sound field programs in detail. To change sound field parameter settings, see page 59 for details. Sound field parameter Features INIT.DLY Initial delay.
  • Page 64 Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter Features ROOM SIZE Room size. Presence, surround, and surround back room size. Adjusts the apparent size of the surround sound field. The larger the value, the larger the surround sound field becomes. As the P.ROOM SIZE sound is repeatedly reflected around a room, the larger the hall is, the longer the time between S.ROOM SIZE...
  • Page 65 Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter Features REV.TIME Reverberation time. Adjusts the amount of time taken for the dense, subsequent reverberation sound to decay by 60 dB at 1 kHz. This changes the apparent size of the acoustic environment over an extremely wide range. Set a longer reverberation time for “dead” sources and listening room environments, and a shorter time for “live”...
  • Page 66: Selecting Decoders

    Advanced sound configurations Sound field parameter Features 2-channel stereo direct. Bypasses the decoders and the DSP processors of this unit for pure hi-fi 2ch Stereo stereo sound when playing 2-channel analog sources. DIRECT Choices: AUTO, OFF • Select “AUTO” to bypass the decoders, the DSP processors and the tone control circuitry only when “BASS”...
  • Page 67 Advanced sound configurations ■ Decoder descriptions Name of the Remote control Category of the program button program SUR.DECODE PL IIx Music SURROUND DECODE PL II Music Dolby Pro Logic IIx (or Dolby Pro Logic II) processing for music sources. The Pro Logic IIx decoder is not available when “SUR.
  • Page 68 Advanced sound configurations Decoder parameter descriptions Decoder parameter Features Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music panorama. Sends stereo signals to the surround speakers as PRO LOGIC IIx Music well as the front speakers for a wraparound effect. PRO LOGIC II Music PANORAMA Choices: OFF, ON...
  • Page 69: Customizing This Unit (Manual Setup)

    CUSTOMIZING THIS UNIT (MANUAL SETUP) Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) You can use the following parameters in “SET MENU” to adjust a variety of system settings and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment.
  • Page 70: Signal Information

    Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Option menu 3 OPTION MENU Use this menu to manually adjust the optional system parameters. Parameter Features Page A)DISPLAY SET Adjusts the brightness of the display and converts video signals. B)MEMORY GUARD Locks sound field program parameters and other “SET MENU” settings. Designates the default audio input jack select setting mode for the input sources when you turn C)AUDIO SELECT on the power of this unit.
  • Page 71: Using Set Menu

    Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Using SET MENU k / n repeatedly and then press Press ENTER to select and enter the desired Use the remote control to access and adjust each menu. parameter. The following displays are examples where “SOUND MENU”...
  • Page 72: Sound Menu

    Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) FRONT B speakers setting FRONT B 1 SOUND MENU The “FRONT B” parameter is available only when you set “EXTRA SP ASSIGN” to “FRONT B”. Use this feature to manually adjust speaker settings or Use this feature to select the location of the FRONT B compensate for video signal processing delays when using speakers.
  • Page 73 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Woofer section of a speaker is 16 cm (6.5 in) or larger: large Woofer section of a speaker is smaller than 16 cm (6.5 in): small Front speakers FRONT SP Surround left/right speakers SUR. L/R SP Choices: SMALL, LARGE Choices: NONE, SML, LRG SOUND MENU...
  • Page 74 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) LFE/Bass out LFE/BASS OUT Subwoofer phase SUBWOOFER PHASE Use this feature to select the speakers that output the LFE Use this feature to switch the phase of your subwoofer if (low-frequency effect) and the low-frequency signals. bass sounds are lacking or unclear.
  • Page 75 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Speaker distance ■ Equalizer C)SP DISTANCE D)EQUALIZER Use this feature to manually adjust the distance of each Use this feature to select the parametric equalizer or the speaker and the delay applied to the respective channel. graphic equalizer.
  • Page 76 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Center graphic equalizer CENTER GEQ ■ Dynamic range F)DYNAMIC RANGE Use to match the tonal quality of the center speaker with Use this feature to select the amount of dynamic range that of the front left and right speakers. You can adjust 5 compression to be applied to your speakers or frequency bands (100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz and headphones.
  • Page 77 • Select “EX/ES” to play back Dolby Digital or DTS Choices: RX-V661, OTHER signals in 6.1/7.1 channels using the Dolby Digital EX • Select “RX-V661” to play back HDMI audio signals or DTS-ES decoder. on this unit. The HDMI audio signals input at the •...
  • Page 78: Input Menu

    Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) 2 INPUT MENU Use this feature to activate the desired decoder manually when this unit cannot detect the signal flag encoded to the input sources Use this menu to reassign the input/output jacks, select the correctly.
  • Page 79 DVR, VCR • You can only rename DOCK when iPod is stationed in the (4) PHONO, CD, MD/CD-R, DVD, DTV/CBL, Yamaha Universal Dock connected to this unit. DVR, VCR Press one of the input selector buttons ( ) INPUT MENU...
  • Page 80 • You can adjust the value for DOCK only when iPod is stationed to the Yamaha Universal Dock connected to this unit. source. • The default name (“DVD” in the display example above) and •...
  • Page 81: Option Menu

    Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) OSD shift OSD SHIFT 3 OPTION MENU Use this feature to adjust the vertical position of the OSD. Control range: –5 (upward) to +5 (downward) Use this menu to adjust the optional system parameters. Control step: 1 Initial setting: 0 •...
  • Page 82 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) ■ Memory guard ■ Parameter initialization B)MEMORY GUARD D)PARAM.INI Use this feature to prevent accidental changes to DSP Use this feature to initialize the parameters of each sound program parameter values and other system settings. field program within a sound field program group.
  • Page 83 Customizing this unit (MANUAL SETUP) Zone 2 Initial volume INI VOL. Use this feature to set the volume level of Zone 2 when the power of this unit is turned on. Choices: Off, –80.0 dB to +16.5 dB Control step: 0.5 dB Notes •...
  • Page 84: Remote Control Features

    Remote control features In addition to controlling this unit, the remote control can also operate other audiovisual components made by Yamaha and other manufacturers. To control your TV or other components, you must set up the appropriate remote control code for each input source (see page 85).
  • Page 85: Controlling This Unit, A Tv, Or Other Components

    Remote control features Controlling this unit, a TV, or other components ■ Controlling this unit ■ Controlling a TV Set the operation mode selector to AMP to control this Set the operation mode selector to TV to control your unit. TV.
  • Page 86: Controlling Other Components

    Remote control features ■ Controlling other components Set the operation mode selector to SOURCE to control PRESET/CH LEVEL SET MENU other components selected with the input selector buttons TITLE MENU AUDIO POWER POWER STANDBY POWER PURE DIRECT ( ), . You must set the appropriate remote ENTER SCENE A/B/C/D/E...
  • Page 87: Setting Remote Control Codes

    87 to program buttons operated within this component control area. You may not be able to operate your Yamaha component even if a YAMAHA remote control code is preset as listed above. In this case, try setting another YAMAHA remote control code.
  • Page 88 • The supplied remote control does not contain all possible codes for commercially available audio and video components (including Yamaha components). If operation is not possible with any of the remote control codes, program the new remote control function using the learn feature (see “Programming codes from other remote controls”...
  • Page 89: Programming Codes From Other Remote Controls

    Remote control features Programming codes from other Place this remote control about 5 to 10 cm remote controls (2 to 4 in) apart from the other remote control on a flat surface so that their infrared You can program remote control codes from other remote transmitters are aimed at each other.
  • Page 90: Changing Source Names In The Display Window

    Remote control features Changing source names in the Press and hold the button you want to display window program on the other remote control until “OK” appears in the display window ( ) on You can change the name of the input source that appears the remote control.
  • Page 91: Macro Programming Features

    Remote control features Macro programming features k / n to select and enter a character. Press Pressing n changes the character as follows: The macro programming feature makes it possible to A to Z, 1 to 9, 0, + (plus), – (hyphen), ; (semicolon), perform a series of operations with the press of a single / (slash), and space.
  • Page 92 (DVD area) (*4) You can turn on some components (including Yamaha components) connected to this unit by connecting them to the AC OUTLETS on the rear panel of this unit. Power control may not be synchronized with this unit depending on the component.
  • Page 93 Remote control features ■ Programming macro operations Note You can program your own macro and use the macro “AGAIN” appears in the display window ( ) if you press a programming feature to transmit several remote control button other than a macro button. commands in sequence at the press of a button.
  • Page 94: Clearing Configurations

    Remote control features Clearing configurations Press and hold CLEAR again for about 3 seconds. You can clear all changes made in each function set, such “WAIT” appears in the display window ( ). If as learned functions, macros, renamed input area names clearing was successful, “C;OK”...
  • Page 95: Clearing A Learned Function

    Remote control features ■ Clearing a learned function You can clear the function learned for a certain button in Press and hold CLEAR using a ballpoint each control area. pen or similar object and then press the button you want to clear for about 3 seconds. Set the operation mode selector to AMP or “C;OK”...
  • Page 96: Clearing A Macro Function

    Remote control features ■ Clearing a macro function You can clear the function programmed for a certain Press and hold CLEAR using a ballpoint macro button. pen or similar object, then press the macro button you want to clear for about 3 seconds. Set the operation mode selector to AMP or “C;OK”...
  • Page 97: Using Multi-Zone Configuration

    Yamaha dealer or service center about the Zone 2 connections that best meet your requirements. • Some Yamaha models are able to connect directly to the REMOTE jacks of this unit. If you own these products, you may not need to use an infrared signal emitter.
  • Page 98: Controlling Zone 2

    Press 8 ZONE 2 ON/OFF to turn on Zone 2. the input source of Zone 2 (see page 50) • Enjoying music stored on your iPod stationed in a Yamaha iPod universal dock (such as YDS-10 sold ZONE 2 ON/OFF is operational only when MASTER separately) connected to the DOCK terminal of this ON/OFF on the front panel is pressed inward to the ON position.
  • Page 99 Using multi-zone configuration Turning on or off Zone 2 using the remote control Operate the following operations after activating the Zone 2 operation mode. POWER and STANDBY on the remote control work differently depending on the selected zone that Operating Zone 2 appears in the display window ( ) on the remote control.
  • Page 100: Advanced Setup

    ADVANCED SETUP Advanced setup This unit has additional menus that are displayed in the front panel display. The advanced setup menu offers additional operations to adjust and customize the way this unit operates. Change the initial settings (indicated in bold under each parameter) to reflect the needs of your listening environment.
  • Page 101: Remote Control

    This feature is useful when you ■ Speaker impedance SP IMP. operate this unit and the other Yamaha receivers/ Use this feature to set the speaker impedance of this unit amplifiers in the same room separately. so that it matches that of your speakers.
  • Page 102 Remote control/Boîtier de télécommande/Fernbedienung/Fjärrkontrollen ■ Afstandsbediening/Пульт ДУ POWER POWER STANDBY POWER SCENE PHONO MULTI CH IN V - AUX/DOCK TUNER MD/CD-R DTV/CBL SELECT SOURCE TV VOL VOLUME – – – TV MUTE TV INPUT MUTE PRESET/CH LEVEL SET MENU TITLE MENU AUDIO PURE DIRECT...
  • Page 103: List Of Remote Control Codes

    VICTOR 0099 PALSONIC 0699 GOLDSTAR 0171 0206 WARDS 0184 PANASONIC 0517, 0659, 1389 HAMLIN 0036, 0300 EMERSON 0332 YAMAHA 2300, 2301 PHILIPS 0530, 0566, 0673, JERROLD 0030, 0303, 0503, FISHER 0206 0881 0837 GENEXXA 0059, 0332 PIONEER 0552, 0598, 0658,...
  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    SCHNEIDER 0558 FUBA 0423 SONY 0666, 0874, 1666 TELEFUNKEN SONY 0185, 1085, 1185, 0593 STAR CHOICE 0086 1685, 1785 0802 0896 YAMAHA 2200 STEREOPHONICS GALAXIS 0890, 1138 STRONG 1327 1050 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 0847, 1280 SUNFIRE 1340 0896 TANTEC 0482 MD RECORDER...
  • Page 105 AMERICA ACTION 0207 DECCA 0064, 0543 HINARI 0036, 0064 MEDION 0695, 0835, 1064 AMPRO 0778 DENON 0172 HISAWA 0482 MEGATRON 0172, 0205 AMSTRAD 0036, 0064, 0198, DIGATRON 0064 HITACHI 0036, 0057, 0119, MEMOREX 0036, 0177, 0181, 0398, 0439, 0460, DIXI 0036, 0064 0132, 0136, 0172, 0205, 0277, 0490,...
  • Page 106 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE DUMONT 0027, 0108, 0131 1481, 1574 0455 0183, 0205 0064, 0347, 0490, DYNATECH 0027 RADIOSHACK SQUAREVIEW 0650 0267, 0305 YAMAHA 0057, 0172, 0677, 0057, 0074, 0181, 0198 ELCATECH 0099 0205, 0207 STANDARD 0036 0796, 0860, ELECTROHOME RADIOLA 0064...
  • Page 107 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 YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA...
  • Page 108 RX-V861/RX-V661 The circled numbers and alphabets correspond to those in the Owner’s Manual. Les nombres et lettres dans un cercle correspondent à ceux du mode d’emploi. Die umkreisten Zahlen und Buchstaben entsprechen denen in der Bedienungsanleitung. Inringade nummer och bokstäver motsvarar de som anges i bruksanvisningen.
  • Page 109 ■ Remote control/Boîtier de télécommande/Fernbedienung/Fjärrkontrollen/ Afstandsbediening/Пульт ДУ POWER POWER STANDBY POWER SCENE PHONO MULTI CH IN V - AUX/DOCK TUNER MD/CD-R DTV/CBL SELECT SOURCE TV VOL VOLUME – – – TV MUTE TV INPUT MUTE PRESET/CH LEVEL SET MENU TITLE MENU AUDIO PURE DIRECT...

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