2005
Yamaha
Digital Home Theater
Components
Natural Sound Audio Components
Image and Sound Quality Worthy of the Name “Home Theater.”
Dedicated to the Creation of Fine Sound for Over a Century.
Yamaha’s involvement with sound began with the production of our first reed organ in 1887. Shortly thereafter, we began making pianos and other
instruments, and today we are the world’s largest producer of musical instruments. We also operate a worldwide music school, design concert halls and
produce innovative electronic instruments. Our audio components have long been recognized as the standard bearers of fine quality, and with the
development of Digital Sound Field Processing in 1986, we opened a new era in home entertainment. All of our acoustic and audio expertise is now
engineered into LSIs that we design and manufacture ourselves, and these powerful chips are
expanding and enhancing entertainment possibilities in the exciting new field of home theater.
Recently, we’ve also introduced state-of-the-art video components, and now offer everything
necessary for the finest in music and movie enjoyment at home.
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Digital Home Theater Systems
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Digital Sound Projector
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Digital Home Theater Technology
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Projectors / Plasma Display Monitors
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Digital Home Theater Receivers
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Slim-Line Components / CinemaStation
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DVD Players
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Digital Home Theater Speakers / Subwoofers
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HTiB (Home Theater in a Box)
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MusicCAST
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PianoCraft
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Natural Sound Audio Components
Welcome to a World of Total Quality
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YSP-1 System
Two Ways to Maximize Your
YSP-1 System:
Maximum Convenience
The YSP-1 provides true multichannel surround sound from a
single unit! Using proprietary
technology featuring a multidriver array, it precisely aims
sound beams to create a
realistic five-channel effect.
Home theater has never been
this elegant and convenient.
The YSP-1 has a slim design that perfectly complements
the PDM-4210 Plasma Display Monitor. It can be wall
mounted below the monitor or located in the front or
corners of the room. As all-in one sound solution, there
is no need to find locations for multiple speakers or run
cables across the room. These two components are an
ideal combination for elegant home theater.
YSP-1 System
Digital Sound Projector
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YSP-1/RX-Z9 System
Home Theater Enjoyment
RX-Z9 System
RX-Z9 System:
Maximum Quality
What should high-end home
theater look and sound like?
Yamaha supplies the answer
with the RX-Z9 System. An
unrivaled combination of topclass components for stunning
visual clarity and stupendous
surround sound. Get ready to
explore the full possibilities of
home theater entertainment.
The DPX-1200 (P.22) is a DLP projector that provides images of
stunning clarity and rich, natural color. You’ve never seen movies
look this good in a home before. Matched with Yamaha’s top
quality home theater audio components, the RX-Z9 Receiver
(P.24), the DVD-S2500 DVD Player (P.32), EF Series Speakers
(P.34) and YST-SW315 Subwoofer (P.35), you have a system that
offers a breathtaking cinematic experience.
RX-Z9 System
9.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V2500 System
RX-V1500 System
High Performance Systems Designed for
Genuine Movie Fans.
These two home theater systems let you
enjoy movies at home the way you’ve
always wished you could – with a high
clarity, widescreen picture and rich,
powerful sound all around you. They offer a
huge selection of surround sound programs
to perfectly match every type of movie (and
music, too!), with Yamaha’s most advanced
technology ensuring that both sound and
images are sharp and clear. They also
feature the amazing YPAO system that
automatically analyzes the sound field and
optimizes various settings to provide the
best possible sound for that room and
speaker setup. Discover just how good home
theater can be.
Taking advantage of innovative Yamaha technologies like
Natural Black and 3D Linear Color Balance, as well as DCDi
processing, the LPX-510 LCD Projector (P.22) delivers
beautiful picture quality with exceptionally high contrast.
Team it with the RX-V2500 Receiver (P.26), the DVD-S2500
DVD Player (P.32), EF Series Speakers (P.34) and YST-SW315
Subwoofer (P.35), and start really enjoying movies at home.
RX-V2500 System
7.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V2500/RX-V1500 Systems
This system also features the superb video performance of
the compact and convenient LPX-510 LCD Projector (P.22).
The RX-V1500 Receiver (P.26) and DVD-C950 DVD Changer
(P.32) both provide extremely high quality, and you get the
benefits of Yamaha’s advanced speaker technology with
225 PMD Series Speakers (P.34).
RX-V1500 System
7.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V757 System
RX-V657 System
Sound with Awesome Depth and Clarity,
Plus the Advantage of YPAO.
Both of the receivers in these systems use
Yamaha’s leading-edge CINEMA DSP
technology to deliver the very best in
surround sound, with a wide selection of
program choices. And the YPAO calibration
system automatically adjusts setup
parameters for you to ensure that the
system will sound its best. The DVD Changer
lets you switch quickly between five
sources.
The RX-V757 (P.26) provides everything you need (and a lot
more) for a versatile, high quality home theater system.
Combined with the high-performance DVD-S1500 DVD Player
(P.32), the result is a system that any movie fan will be
delighted to own. The 225 PMD Series Speakers (P.34) are an
elegant match for any monitor.
RX-V757 System
7.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V757/RX-V657 Systems
The RX-V657 (P.27) is nearly the equal of the RX-V757 and will
provide all the power, versatility and convenience that a high
quality home theater system should have. This system also
includes the DVD-C750 DVD Changer (P.32) and the impressive
125 Series Speakers (P.34) and YST-SW215 Subwoofer (P.35) for
thrilling surround sound.
RX-V657 System
7.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V557 System
RX-V457 System
Superb Video Quality Is Complemented by
Dynamic CINEMA DSP Audio.
These two systems give new meaning to the
phrase “value-packed.” The receivers use
CINEMA DSP technology for astoundingly
rich, deep and clear surround sound and
have a much wider range of features than
you expect. Choose one and start
discovering what a difference high quality
surround sound makes to movie enjoyment.
The RX-V557 System has surprisingly high performance
capabilities and versatility, thanks to a host of advanced
Yamaha features like Quad-Field CINEMA DSP and a wide
selection of surround programs. The DVD-S657 DVD Player
(P.33) is first rate, and the NS-BP4500 Speaker Package
(P.35) is designed for optimum performance with
multi-channel movies.
RX-V557 System
6.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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RX-V557/RX-V457 Systems
With most of the capabilities and nearly the same power as
the RX-V557, the RX-V457 Receiver (P.27) is ready to serve as
the central component of a full-function home theater
system. The DVD-S550 DVD Player (P.33) and the NS-436
Speaker Package (P.35) deliver beautiful sound from both
movie and music DVDs.
RX-V457 System
6.1-Channel Digital Home Theater System
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Multi-Channel Surround Sound Enjoyment from A Single Component.
The YSP-1 is a genuine multi-channel home theater system — all in one unit! A true breakthrough in audio technology, it delivers sound from the
five front, surround and center channels to listeners just as though they were surrounded by five speakers. It can be positioned in the front center
or corners of the room. The thin design is an elegant match for flat panel monitors and simplifies placement. And naturally, there is no need to
find locations for multiple speakers or to run cables across the room. YSP-1: the elegant, all-in-one solution for home theater sound.
YSP-1 Digital Sound Projector
Revolutionary Surround Sound
The Yamaha Digital Sound Projector YSP-1 is an
exciting breakthrough in home theater technology.
Now you can get optimum multi-channel sound
directivity to enjoy the full benefits of home
theater all from one easily installed component.
No more multiple speakers, no more clutter,
no more hiding wires... just the pure excitement of
bringing your movies and music to life.
The YSP-1 is designed to be an ideal, slim
design match for your video display set. Although
it is only one component, there are actually 40
speaker drivers inside that project precisely
focused beams of sound aimed for optimum
surround sound effect.
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True Multi-Channel Sound
As amazing as it seems, the YSP-1 can actually
deliver five channels of sound that surround
listeners the same way that sound from five front,
center and surround speakers does. Hear it and you
will believe it!
Simple Connection and
Flexible Placement
Multi-Source Enjoyment
As a home theater sound system,
the YSP-1 will generally be used for
movies on DVD, but it also brings
greater enjoyment to digital audio,
satellite TV, cable TV and other
multi-channel sources. It has builtin decoders for Dolby Digital, DTS,
Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo:6.
DVD
Satellite TV
Cable TV
Thin Profile Designed to Match Flat Panel Displays
If you own or are planning to purchase a flat panel
monitor, you probably wish you could also have thin
speakers, rather than the usual boxes on the front
and sides. The YSP-1 has a long, slim profile and
nicely matches the styling of thin monitors.
Digital Sound Projector
Digital Sound Projection Technology
The YSP-1 applies sophisticated Digital Sound Projection
Technology to precisely control the orientation of the sound by
focusing it into beams. The result is true 5.1-channel surround
sound without the need for extra speakers! With 42 digital
amplifiers driving 40 1-5/8” full-range drivers and two 4-3/8”
woofers, the Digital Sound Projector delivers 120W of total power
with dynamic bass response.
Sound is projected at the
listener from five directions:
straight ahead, reflected off one
wall, and reflected off two walls
(so it is heard from the rear).
Precise Calibration Produces Accurate
Multi-Channel Sound
You input a variety of parameters (once only)
to obtain the correct surround sound field.
First, you select room size (large, medium or
small), room shape (square or rectangular) and
speaker position (wall or corner). You can also
make fine adjustments with precise distances
from the listening position. Test tones are
provided to adjust beam angles via the remote
control for maximum surround effect. If you
will be moving the YSP-1, there are three
memory locations for storing different groups
of settings.
Precisely Focused Beams of Sound
Although it is one component, there are actually
40 small drivers and 2 woofers inside. The delay time
of each driver is controlled by a Digital Sound
Processing circuit, enabling the system to project
“beams” of sound which are precisely aimed for
optimum surround sound
effect. Naturally, high quality
two-channel (stereo) sound can
also be reproduced, as well as
three-channel sound if desired.
Virtual Speaker
Positions
Delay Control
Digital Amplifiers
L
L
Speaker Array
R
Listening
Position
Listening
Position
Even if the YSP-1 cannot
be positioned flat against
the front wall (leaving
“dead” space), the quality
of the surround sound
will not be affected.
Sound is focused
into beams.
Multiple channels (two channels in the figure) are superimposed to
create the sound. In a 5.1-channel configuration, the beam
speakers together create the sound of 5.1 superimposed channels.
If the room has an alcove
or other irregularity, the
settings can be adjusted
to compensate, so the
surround enjoyment can
be assured.
Five Beam Mode
Stereo Mode
Stereo + Three Beam Mode
Three Beam Mode
Main Specifications
Connection
with Display, VCR
and DVD Player
R
Beam Mode Selection
Five-Beam: All five
channels—L , R, C, Ls and
Rs—are given separate
orientations. Sound is
beamed off the walls to
create the effect of a
surround system with rear
speakers. Stereo: The left
and right woofers, with
the multiple beam
speakers acting as
tweeters, reproduce the
effect of conventional
stereo speakers. Stereo +
Three-Beam: The L and R
channels are produced
using stereo mode while C,
Ls and Rs are produced
using beaming. This mode
is effective when the
YSP-1 placed in a corner.
Three-Beam: Three beams
are produced: L+ Ls, R+ Rs
and C. A surround sound
effect is created by
reflecting the sound off
the walls.
Video Signal
• Speakers Section : 1-5/8” x 40 beam drivers,
4-3/8” x 2 woofers • Digital Amplifier : 120 W total
power: 2 W x 40 + 20 W x 2 • Dimensions (W x H
x D) : 40-9/16” x 7-5/8” x 4-5/8”
• Weight : 28.7 lbs.
VCR
Analog Signal
Video Signal
Flat Display
DVD Player
Option
Digital Signal
YSP-1 Rear Panel
The YSP-1 rear panel offers 2 optical/1 coaxial digital and
2 analog inputs, subwoofer output and RS-232C interface.
Digital
Signal
On-Screen
Display
Analog
Signal
SPM-K1 Wall Hanging Bracket
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Yamaha presents advanced solutions for
maximum home theater enjoyment.
Yamaha has taken home theater audio and video technologies to new levels of achievement.
Long world-renowned for our CINEMA DSP surround sound technology, we now offer both
projectors and plasma display monitors for superlative visual enjoyment as well. Here’s a brief
introduction to our major technologies.
Highest Sound Quality
Advanced Facilities
Best Surround Realism
Highest Picture Quality
Video Technology
Highest Sound Quality
Yamaha has a genuine commitment to providing
sections of the receiver, the High Performance Digital
digital bass and treble tone controls have turnover
absolutely the finest sound quality possible in every
Circuitry and High Current Amplification (explained
frequencies for the front L/R and center channels.
component we create. With over a century of
below) and the High Definition CINEMA DSP circuitry
Eight-channel analog input signals are processed by
experience in sound production (we made our first
(explained on P.18), each of which employs the
96kHz A/D conversion for highest quality. All
reed organ in 1887) and our status as a world
world’s highest grade parts and most sophisticated
circuitry is on a four-layer processing board in a
leader in acoustic and electronic musical
LSIs. Digital ToP-ART enables Yamaha receivers to
fully shielded cabinet for reduced digital
instruments, we are passionate about creating and
deliver superb sound quality and bring out the full
interference.
reproducing sound in the most beautiful and
potential of Yamaha’s amazing CINEMA DSP
natural way. Over the years, with each new series
technology.
High Current Amplification
Although power rating is often the first thing
of receivers, we have improved and refined audio
performance, and Yamaha Digital Home Theater
High Performance Digital Circuitry (RX-Z9)
people look at in a receiver, high power output does
Receivers maintain this tradition with an impressive
This section exemplifies the Digital
not necessarily mean good sound. High current
array of technology and features.
ToP-ART concept of maximizing the quality of the
level is a much more important factor, so Yamaha
digital circuitry while minimizing analog circuitry,
developed the High Current Amplification system,
Digital ToP-ART Concept
and also maintains a straight and logical circuit
which overcomes two problems common to
Digital ToP-ART (Total
layout for optimum signal purity. It includes a variety
ordinary receivers. The first is a difference in
Purity Audio Reproduction
of sophisticated technology, beginning with Burr-
voltage between the power supply and amplifier
Technology) is a Yamaha
Brown 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters
circuits caused by current fluctuations. This was
product development philosophy that combines
for all channels with DSD (Direct Stream Digital)
solved by using custom-made, high-grade block
advanced digital engineering and circuit design to
compatibility. Accurate-Touch Volume Control LSIs
electrolytic capacitors and a copper grip for one-
maximize audio signal purity. It is used in three
(Yamaha YAC520) are also used for all channels. The
point grounding. Another current drop is generally
seen between the amplifier circuit and the speaker
High Performance
Digital Circuitry
High-Definition CINEMA DSP Circuitry
High Current
Amplification
terminals, caused by the cables, speaker output
relays, copper circuit boards, and so on. To avoid
this problem, we used an extra-large, lowimpedance toroidal transformer and gold-plated
Direct Stereo
DIR
SEL
Digital
Input
Decoder
Multi (8)Channel
Input
96 kHz/
24-Bit
ADC
Minimal
Analog
Processing
Selector
i.LINK
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CINEMA DSP
and HiFi DSP
(YSS-930 x 4)
YPAO
(Yamaha
Parametric
Room Acoustic
Optimizer)
(YSS-930 x 4)
SEL
DAC
VOL
• Front L
• Front R
SEL
DAC
VOL
• Center
SEL
DAC
VOL
• Surround L
• Surround R
SEL
DAC
VOL
• Surround Back L
• Surround Back R
DAC
VOL
• Presence L
• Presence R
DAC
VOL
• Subwoofer L
• Subwoofer R
speaker relay contacts. As a result, Yamaha
receivers achieve low impedance, high current
power from input (power supply circuit) to output
SEL
192 kHz/24-Bit
DACs for
11 Channels
Accurate Touch Volume Control
(-80—+16.5dB)
YAC-520 LSIs for 11 Channels
(speaker terminals). This drives the speakers much
more smoothly and dynamically, for better sound
from all sources, including 2-channel audio.
Choice of Signal Paths for Optimum Quality
Yamaha receivers give you a choice of specialized
signal paths, ensuring that you can obtain the
Digital Home Theater Technology
highest slew rate (rate at which signal changes;
heat sinks have anti-resonance characteristics and
affects high frequency response). Furthermore, the
ensure effective heat dissipation. Yamaha’s
massive toroidal transformer and large capacity
ToP-ART base and feet provide stability and further
block electrolytic capacitors (28,000µF) ensure a
vibration-damping. The other receivers use many of
consistently stable power supply.
these same design features.
purest signal quality possible. Pure Direct provides
Effective Linear Damping
Only the Finest Parts are Used
the shortest possible signal path for two-channel or
Level variations due to high impedance tend to
At this degree of extreme sound quality, each and
multi-channel analog inputs, with no signal
reduce an amplifier’s damping factor (ability to
every part in the receiver makes a difference.
processing and no display. Straight outputs the
control unwanted speaker cone movement at low
Yamaha technicians tested, selected and in many
original analog or digital signal without any post-
frequencies), and frequency variations cause it to
cases custom-designed all parts, and then tested
processing. i.LINK provides a digital connection for
fluctuate. Yamaha’s Linear Damping circuit cancels
them in groups to ensure that they sounded good
DVD-Audio Linear PCM, Super Audio CD DSD
the effect of these variations, maintaining a high,
together. Particularly noteworthy parts, in addition
(Direct Stream Digital) and other high quality audio
stable damping factor for superior sound
to the transformer and capacitors, include:
sources. Direct provides a direct connection for
articulation and frequency response.
䡲 Schottky Barrier diodes that allow fast switching
stereo/multi-channel (via i.LINK) input, with a
High Grade Construction with Independent
䡲 High performance FE Mica capacitors and Metric
dimmed display.
Chambers and Anti-Vibration Design (RX-Z9)
+
Pure Direct
(2 Channels, L/R)
Pure
Direct YAC-520
(2ch) Volume Control
Multi-Channel In
Pure Direct
(Multi-channel, L/R)
Analog
L/R
Input
Selector
Preout
Analog/DSP
High-sound quality, high
reliability gold-plated relays
Balanced signal transmission
for lower noise and distortion.
DSP
RX-Z9 Front Channel Signal Flow
for high S/N ratio (RX-Z9/RX-V2500).
analog stereo/multi-channel input and digital
The RX-Z9 uses a heavy-duty, rigid chassis
Symmetrical Power Amplifier Circuitry (RX-Z9)
construction with separate individual chambers for
The High Current Amplification system uses a
left and right power amplifiers, power supply and
symmetrical, full push-pull circuit configuration
control section to prevent any chance of
with a complementary FET input stage. This ensures
interference. This thick chassis has electromagnetic
balanced output with no signal interference and
shielding. The extremely large aluminum-extruded
Basic Circuit Diagram
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NFB
material.
䡲 Thick PC board wiring with 5/8”φ diameter
copper jumper cables.
䡲 Two direct signal path speaker relays with goldplated crossover connections and shielding.
+B
Bias Circuit
In
Mylar Film capacitors using polypropylene
Speaker Out
Preamp Chamber
Video Chamber
DSP Chamber
-B
Gold-Plated
Extruded, ExtraLarge Speaker
Terminals
Power Amplifier
(Left) with Large,
Anti-Resonance,
Aluminum-Extruded
Heat Sink (Left)
Providing Effective
Heat Dissipation
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Two Direct Signal
Path Speaker Relays
with Gold-Plated
Crossover
Connection and
Shielding
Power Amplifier
(Right) with Large,
Anti-Resonance,
Aluminum-Extruded
Heat Sink (Right)
Providing Effective
Heat Dissipation
Control Section
Power Supply Chamber with Extra-Large Toroidal Transformer and Extra-Large Custom-Made
Block Electrolytic Capacitors (28,000µF)
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3
4
5
6
(1) Extra-Large Toroidal Transformer, (2) Extra-Large
Custom-Made Block Electrolytic Capacitors (28,000 µF),
(3) Gold-Plated Extruded, Extra-Large Speaker Terminals,
(4) Two Direct Signal Path Speaker Relays, (5) High Sound
Quality Schottky Barrier Diode and (6) High Quality Selected
Parts (RX-Z9)
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Advanced Facilities
Optimizer Micrphone
Each generation of Yamaha receivers brings an
evolution of our popular features while adding
On-Screen Display with GUI and Dedicated
acoustics of the room.
Remote Control (RX-Z9)
It comes supplied with a small Optimizer
innovative enhancements to improve the
Microphone, which you simply place in the
The RX-Z9 and RX-V2500 have the best looking
operating experience. This is why even though
position where you most frequently listen.
and easiest to use on-screen display you’ve ever
our receivers are the most technologically
Activating the YPAO function causes test tones
seen. This is due in part to the high quality video
advanced, they remain remarkably easy to use
to be emitted from the speakers. These tones are
circuitry, which provides sharp, clear images. The
and enjoy. Although these receivers look like
analyzed and based on the results, a variety of
GUI (Graphical User Interface) includes extensive
formidable machines, you’ll soon appreciate just
audio parameters are precisely calibrated to
yet easily understandable setup menus and has
how convenient and enjoyable they are to use.
optimize the sound at the listening position.
been designed to make it easy to
Among the factors analyzed are speaker
select and adjust desired
connections and phasing, speaker size, sound
functions.
And to further simplify
pressure levels and speaker frequency response.
YPAO Sets the Best Sound for Your Room —
In short, the RX-Z9 not only delivers better
operation, The RX-Z9 has
sound, it delivers the BEST sound for each and
provided a second remote control
every room.
dedicated to GUI use. The large
round cursor control in the
The RX-V2500 has an improved system that
Automatically!
is faster (less than three minutes), also adjusts
center makes it easy to navigate
Some receivers have a graphic equalizer (in fact,
frequency response, and provides three
the on-screen menus and enter
this one does too) which admittedly, can be a bit
programed EQ patterns, plus the ability to
desired commands. It also has
difficult to use. Parametric equalizers are even
manually adjust parametric EQ settings. Six
power, volume and mute buttons.
more effective, but only audio professionals can
YPAO settings can be held in memory and
use them. The RX-Z9 is the first receiver to give
recalled via two system memory buttons on the
you the benefits of a 10-band parametric
remote control. YPAO is available with the
equalizer, which automatically adjusts the audio
RX-Z9, RX-V2500, RX-V1500, RX-V757,
output to provide precisely the best sound for the
RX-V657 and DVX-S650.
RX-Z9 GUI
Remote Unit
YPAO Acoustic Customization: 5 Tuning Fuctors
Large
ON
ON
SW
ON
Large
SW
SW
Large
XM Satellite Radio Ready
(RX-V757, RX-V657, RX-V557
and RX-V457)
ON
Small
OFF
ON
Small Small
ON
1) Speaker Connections
These receivers are XM Satellite Radio Ready,
allowing you to hear over 130 digital channels of
Small
2) Speaker Distance
Checks for missing connections and
subwoofer phase control (here the right
surround speaker is not connected).
3) Speaker Size
Measures speaker distances from
the listening point and corrects
for differences down to 5cm.
Checks speaker sizes (large or
small) and subwoofer
crossover frequency.
music, news, sports, talk and entertainment from
-0.5dB
America's number one
+0.5dB
SW
-2.5dB
+0.5dB
0dB
0dB
SW
+3dB
0dB
Satellite Radio service.
With the addition of the
XM Connect and Play
digital antenna accessory
+3dB
(sold seperately) just
+4.5dB
subscribe to XM Satellite
Radio and hear radio as it
was meant to be!
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+2.5dB
+4.5dB
4) Speaker Frequency Response
XM Play Digital Antenna
(Sold Separately)
Measures and optimizes each
speaker’s frequency response using
the parametric equalizer.
+0.5dB
0dB
+0.5dB
+1.5dB
0dB
+1.5dB
0dB
0dB
5) Sound Pressure Level
Measures and aligns the
sound pressure levels of all
speakers.
RX-Z9 YPAO Optimizer
Microphone
Digital Home Theater Technology
Custom Installation Compatibility (RX-Z9,
• Other Features
overlaps with the higher end of the subwoofer
RX-V2500, RX-V1500, RX-V757, RX-V657 and
All six receivers include trigger output for
output, meaning that part of the frequency
RX-V557)
automatic powering of other components
range will be output by both the front speakers
• Multi-Zone Capabilities
(RX-Z9/RX-V2500 has two), remote control IR
and the subwoofer. This is not a problem as
These receivers have a variety of features that
code input and output (RX-Z9/RX-V2500 has
long as the phases of the sound waves from
allow flexible custom installation for enjoying
two), and an RS-232C interface for using a PC or
the two sources match, but if they are out of
sound in two or three rooms (zones) of your
touch-screen controller to configure the receiver.
phase, they will cancel each other out,
home. The RX-V2500 and RX-V1500 provide
They also provide speaker A, B or A+B selection.
resulting in those frequencies being lost. In this
audio output to Zones 2 and 3, and the
case, the phase switch can be used to
RX-V2500 offers video output (including
Subwoofer Crossover and Phase Selection
S-Video) for Zone 2 as well. The RX-Z9/
(RX-Z9, RX-V2500, RX-V1500, RX-V757,
RX-V757/RX-V657/RX-V557 deliver audio output
RX-V657, RX-V557 and RX-V457)
Easy-Operation Learning-Capable
to Zone 2. Zone 2 power amplifier assignability
Adjusting the balance between the subwoofer
Control Unit with LCD Dispaly
and speaker terminals mean that Zone 2 can be
and the other speakers can result in significantly
(RX-V2500, RX-V1500 and
fully independent with its own 2-channel power,
better sound quality. By selecting the proper
RX-V757)
while you still enjoy 5.1-channel sound in the
crossover frequency, the subwoofer can
The remote control can “learn” the
main room (except RX-V557).
compensate for the low-range deficiencies of the
functions of other components, so
other speakers. These receivers allow you to
you can use it as a single remote
• Convenient Control
select nine crossover frequencies: 40, 60, 80, 90,
for the entire system. It can be
A switch for selecting Main Zone or Zone 2
100, 110, 120, 160 and 200 Hz. In addition
preset with control codes for TV,
power is conveniently located on the front panel
providing a wider choice than most other
DVD, VCR, CDR, and other
(except RX-V1500). All five receivers provide a
receivers, the steps between 80 and 120 Hz are
components. They also are all
remote control for Zone 2, and the RX-V2500
only 10 Hz apart for more precise adjustment.
controllable from the remote, and
also offers Zone 2 and 3 volume control, mute
and input selection.
There may be cases where the low
frequency output from the front speakers
eliminate the problem (except RX-V1500).
Volume, Mute, Input Select controls
are available for each zone as well.
Power Control for Each Zone on the Remote
Zone 2 Power Amplifier Assignment
Main Zone
Zone 2
When Zone 2 is turned off.
(RX-Z9, RX-V2500, RX-V1500, RX-V757,
RX-V657 and RX-V557)
System Power On/Off
Main Zone Power On/Off
7.1ch
Off
Zone 2 Power On/Off
On
Main Zone
Second Room
Zone 3 Power On/Off
(RX-V2500/RX-V1500 only)
7.1ch program is played back in Main Zone while Zone 2 is tumed off.
Anytime Easy Switch!
No Re-Wiring Necessary!
Switches for Main Zone and Zone 2 Power are
available on the Front Panel (RX-V2500,
RX-V757, RX-V657 and RX-V557)
Main Zone
Zone 2
When Zone 2 is turned on.
RX-V2500 Hidden Panel
Since the surround back amplifiers are automatically assigned, no physical re-wiring is necessary.
For example, while Zone 2 is switched off, the
Main Zone can enjoy 7.1 surround sound. When
Zone 2 is switched on, the Main Zone can still
enjoy 5.1 surround sound, plus Zone 2 can enjoy
stereo playback. No need for re-wiring!
5.1ch
On
Off
Main Zone
Second Room
Surround back amps are automatically assigned as Zone 2 amps.
RX-V757 Front Panel
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Best Surround Realism
Triple the Density
How Sound Propagates
(Previous Models)
䡲 Direct Sound
䡲 Early Reflections
How Sound Propagates
(RX-Z9)
䡲 Direct Sound
䡲 Early Reflections
Double the Speed
Previous 0—22kHz
Expanding Frequency Response
0—44kHz (RX-Z9)
RX-Z9
0—44kHz
Expanding Frequency Response
0—22kHz (Previous)
Fs: 48kHz
Fs: 96kHz
Double the Signal Capacity
Yamaha was able to fit all the High Definition
CINEMA DSP circuitry (that’s a lot of
processing power!) on a single board in its
own chamber, for greater efficiency and
isolation from possible interference.
High Definition CINEMA DSP Technology (RX-Z9)
The RX-Z9 has six times greater DSP capacity than previous models, thanks to an increase from 48kHz to 96kHz/24-bit A/D converters that can accept 96kHz signals for
direct digital conversion and processing. Higher density processing enables approximately triple the amount of early reflection data to be handled, for significantly richer
surround sound performance.
The RX-Z9 also employs 192kHz/24-bit D/A conversion and DSP processing and Yamaha’s 32-Bit Floating-Point Quantization System LSIs (four YSS-930s) for high
precision decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo:6 and Dolby Pro Logic IIx formats.
Conventional multi-channel systems base their
localization, smooth movement across the sound
Yamaha’s Exclusive YSS-930 32-Bit Floating
sound on Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, using
space, exceptional clarity and remarkably realistic
Point Quantization LSI
relatively simple matrix and steering techniques
presence. It will seem as if the walls of your room
(RX-Z9, RX-V2500 and RX-V1500)
to create surround sound effects. Yamaha’s
have disappeared and you are in the middle of
This powerful LSI performs all Dolby Digital and DTS
CINEMA DSP Digital technology is much more
your own immense theater!
decoding with extreme accuracy, as well as all
sophisticated. It naturally decodes the Dolby
digital sound field
Digital and DTS movie sound formats, but it also
Yamaha Uses Actual Sound Field Data
processing,
draws on a huge memory of real-world data from
Yamaha developed a technique called Single Point
capabilities that
actual venues (especially for the music programs)
Quad Miking to precisely capture the acoustic
previously required
and input from movie sound technicians. This
patterns of sound spaces. This complex data is
two or more chips. It
data is stored and processed on Yamaha-
stored and processed on extremely sophisticated
also outperforms
developed LSIs, the most powerful audio chips in
LSIs designed and manufactured by Yamaha.
other chips in
the world.
the precise
4-Layer DSP Processing Board
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synchronization of images and sound.
Way Beyond Ordinary Surround Sound
All of the DSP IC chips and related circuitry are
Our latest technology, Quad-Field CINEMA DSP
located together on a 4-layer board, which
Audio Delay for Adjusting Lip-Sync
actually creates four independent sound fields
provides a number of advantages. The dimensions
A Yamaha LSI provides synchronization of images
(front, surround left, surround right and surround
are smaller (2/3 previous types), so signal paths
and sound, which is called lip-sync. The video
back) that merge to envelop you in an
are shorter and there is more space for the large
signal goes through the video processor circuit
unmatched surround sound experience. You hear
power supply components. Digital interference is
before it is displayed, which takes time, so it lags
movies and music with accurate sound
reduced and impedance is lower as well.
behind the audio. The LSI accurately aligns them
Digital Home Theater Technology
Presence (Front Line) Sound Field
Conventional
7.1-Channel Systems
Quad-Field CINEMA DSP
Dialogue
Effect
Music
Surround Left
Sound Field
Surround Right
Sound Field
Surround Back
Sound Field
and even allows the lip-sync parameters to be
modes, Cinema and Music, with three-level
movies and other multi-channel sources for hours
adjusted using the Audio Delay mode.
selectability, which will ensure that you don’t miss
without listening fatigue.
movie dialogue or quiet passages, or lose overall
CINEMA DSP Programs and THX Programs
surround spaciousness. It works for all surround
One of the main advantages of CINEMA DSP is the
programs, including Dolby Pro Logic IIx.
The "largest" of these sound fields is Spectacle,
which recreates the open feeling of large-scale,
Cinema Mode
Equalizes center channel frequency response for clear dialogue.
Center
Compressor
Dialogue
Filter
DSP
greatly improves the sound of the surround fields.
Night Listening Enhancer
Output
DSP
basic program for movies is Enhanced, which
Decode
large choice of sound field programs available. The
Output
epic motion pictures. The Sci-Fi, Adventure and
for those movie genres. There are also THX
programs*.
* THX Ultra2/Select are the surround programs for home use,
based on the THX Theater processing developed for movie
theater surround sound.
Music Mode
Uses loudness filter for clear musical sound.
Decode
General programs provide the optimum sound fields
Front
Channel
Compressor
Loudness
Filter
Surround Sound from Only Two Speakers
With just two left and right speakers, the Virtual
CINEMA DSP mode will create two additional
Enjoy Surround Sound through Headphones
“virtual” rear speakers, giving you the sense of
New Night Listening Enhancer
SILENT CINEMA makes it possible to hear large-
being in a full-scale surround sound field. So even
During low-volume listening, such as late at night,
scale surround sound through ordinary headphones!
in rooms with no space for rear speakers, you can
dynamic range suffers and you may miss some
This is a variation of CINEMA DSP technology that
enjoy the exciting effects of Dolby Digital and DTS
sounds. The Night Listening Enhancer offers two
Yamaha developed to let you listen in private to
movie sound formats.
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Highest Picture Quality
As one of the first companies to popularize
moving converter noise to an
“home theater” and a leader in the field,
area of the spectrum where it
Yamaha is naturally committed to visual as well
can be removed by an analog filter. This improves
as audio excellence. We want our customers’
the accuracy of signal representation, allowing
enjoyment of movies and other video sources to
images to be displayed at much higher resolutions.
be totally satisfying. Our home theater line
includes a number of high performance
Progressive Scan Video Output and Other Video
products, including projectors, DVD players and
Technologies (RX-Z9)
a plasma monitor, but in terms of our home
The RX-Z9 is the first receiver to provide Progressive
theater receivers, we design them to deliver the
Scan Video Output, for use with high definition
finest possible video signal to the display
monitors. With almost twice as much video data, it
component.
provides a sharper, noisefree picture with clearer
Video Up Conversion
details. The progressive
(RX-Z9, RX-V2500, RX-V1500, RX-V757,
circuit is an 3:2 Pull-Down
RX-V657 and RX-V557)
Detection type, and gives
One way of ensuring the highest video quality
you the benefit of
for your home theater system is to use the best
progressive scanning even if
possible video signal. The receiver automatically
your DVD player does not have it. Other video
board, housed in its own separate chamber to
upgrades the input signal (composite to S-Video
technologies include 216MHz/12-bit Video D/A
completely avoid interference from other circuitry.
or component, S-Video to component) to the
Conversion, Motion Adaptive Noise Reduction, Cross
one that your monitor/TV can accept. This
Color Suppression, Aspect Ratio Conversion, a Time
means that you simply use the best possible
Base Corrector that prevents the wavy distortion
cable between the receiver and the monitor/TV,
seen in video tapes and TrueLife Enhancer by
and then whatever the source is, you are
Faroudja that brings out details in the picture
assured of getting the highest possible quality.
producing a more lifelike image.
Component
Video
Component
Video
YGV-619 video processor LSI
(Yamaha original)
Digital Video Processing Board
All digital video processing circuitry is on a single
HDTV (720p/1080i) Compatible
Component Video Monitor Out
Before TrueLife Enhancer (Left) vs. After TrueLife Enhancer (Right)
The frequency response of the component video
S-Video
S1/S2 compatible
Composite
Video
S-Video
Composite
Video
Digital Video Up and Down Conversion (RX-Z9)
monitor out signal is an extremely wide
5Hz–100MHz (RX-Z9; RX-V2500, RX-V1500,
RX-V757, RX-V657, RX-V557 and RX-V457 are
5Hz–60MHz), ensuring compatibility with HDTV
(720p, 1080i) monitors.
DCDi Off (Left) vs. DCDi On (Right)
DCDi Processing
(RX-Z9)
Image Adjustment (RX-Z9)
The RX-Z9 is the first receiver
To ensure that the high quality image looks precisely
to offer Faroudja’s DCDi
the way you want it to, the RX-Z9 includes an
Processing, which is
extremely detailed Image Adjustment function. You
selectable and ensures that
can select three modes, Cinema, Standard or
images are smooth and
Dynamic, and within those modes, you can “fine-
natural, without staircasing
tune” five parameters: Enhancer, 3D NR, Contrast,
or jaggies.
Faroudja DCDi
processing LSI (FLI 2310)
Without Film Mode (Left) vs. With Film Mode (Right)
Brightness and
Saturation. You
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Noise Shaped Video™ (RX-Z9)
can then store
This technology, from Analog Devices, uses
your final
oversampling and advanced techniques such as
adjustments in the
multi-bit sigma-delta processing and bit-
user memory for
shuffling to improve converter performance by
recall at any time.
Time Base Corrector Off (Left) vs. Time Base Corrector On (Right)
Above images are simulated.
Digital Home Theater Technology
Video Technology
DPX-1200: Advanced technologies
deliver extraordinary performance.
"Natural Black" Concept
To provide superior
contrast, Yamaha has developed the Natural Black
concept, combining advanced technologies, parts and
functions to achieve truer, deeper levels of black than
ever before.
Black reproduction by DPX-1200 and conventional projectors.
Yamaha Natural Black makes
subtle degrees of black in
textures, shadows stand out
more clearly.
With other projectors, black
contrast may be soft and
fuzzy rather than sharp
and clear.
Taking Projector Performance to a New Level
The DPX-1200 makes use of a wide range of new
technologies to deliver extraordinary video
performance. Contrast is an incredible 5,000:1,
brightness is 800 ANSI lumens, picture sharpness is
outstanding and color reproduction is stunningly
natural.
Newest Light Engine: 720P
DarkChip3™
This DLP chip is Texas Instruments
newest and most advanced Digital
Micro Mirror Device. As the name
implies, it provides deeper blacks and
improved contrast in dark areas.
720P DarkChip3
Seven-Segment Color Wheel
The DPX-1200 incorporates a
seven-segment color wheel, with
an ND filter-equipped green
segment, resulting in excellent
Seven-Segment
color reproduction. The sevenColour Wheel
segment structure reduces dither,
while color reproduction is excellent, with greens
being more true to life than ever (achieving the HD
monitor “green” standard). Green resolution is 10-bit,
which also improves the representation of black tones.
LPX-510: “Natural Black” and
advanced functions for enjoying
widescreen movies.
High Performance LCD Panels
The LPX-510 uses LCD panels capable of projecting
high resolution 720p HDTV images and 10-bit video
processing gives it the ability to reproduce 1.07 billion
colors. 16:9 aspect ratio compatibility means that
widescreen movies can be viewed in their entirety.
3D Linear Color Balance
The 3D Linear Color Balance function maintains the
proper balance between the three signals from the
LCD panels, adjusting color irregularities through a
range of 15,360 correction points for accurate color
in any type of scene.
Conventional Panel
Electric
Discharge
Electrode
Electrode
1/60 sec
Two rows of phosphors
emit light together.
Lens Shift, Motorized Iris and Zoom
Vertical and horizontal
lens shift capability means
that the projector does
not have to be positioned
directly in front of the
screen. The motorized iris
control can be used to
improve contrast and
Picture position
focusing, and the motorat lens shift zero.
ized Zoom will expand the
Picture position
image up to 1.5 times.
adjustable by lens shift.
PDM-5520 and PDM-4210: Yamaha
Plasma Display Monitors use the most
advanced technologies to deliver
superb performance.
e-ALIS Method Panel Technology (PDM-5520)
The PDM-5520 uses a highly advanced e-ALIS
Method (extended Alternate Lighting of Surface)
panel whose pixels are defined electronically rather
than physically, allowing each picture element to be
smaller than normal. This creates a higher pixel count
for a smoother, seamless picture. The panel employs
new plasma gas and luminescent material that are
more effective than previous types, and the area
coated with the luminescent material is greater. This
results in the industry’s highest level of brightness,
1,000 cd/m2, with the ability to display 1.07 billion
colors for spectacular color richness and purity.
ALIS Method Panel
Electric
Discharge
1/60 sec
1/60 sec
1/60 sec
Phosphor rows emit light alternatively,
doubling the life of the panel.
sharp, clear picture with the smooth, high-definition
quality you see in a movie theater. The ALIS Method
employs a screen surface comprised of vertical channels
of continuous phosphor material. The pixels are defined
electronically rather than physically, allowing each
picture element to be smaller than normal. This creates a
higher pixel count for a smoother, seamless picture, with
edges and curves clearly defined. The PDM-4210 uses the
latest ALIS Method technology, which features new
plasma gas and luminescent material that are more
effective than previous types. The result is a brighter
picture (1,100 cd/m2) and higher color temperature,
which makes white areas such as clouds in the sky stand
out more vividly. The panel can also display a wider range
of colors (16.7 million), with enhanced color purity.
Natural Black Drive System
The Natural Black Drive System automatically
determines the brightness of the screen and applies the
gray scale (contrast) best suited to the scene in order to
reproduce both bright and dark areas with small details
clearly visible. The contrast ratio is an outstanding
1,000:1 under daylight condition, making it possible for
the PDM-5520/PDM-4210 to deliver sharp, naturallooking images.
ALIS Method Panel Technology
This plasma display panel uses an advanced ALIS
(Alternate Lighting of Surface) Method to deliver a
The Natural Black Drive System allows the PDM-5520/PDM-4210
to outperform other plasma displays with deeper blacks and
sharper overall contrast.
e-ALIS Method Panel
Address
Odd Line
Display
Address Electrodes
Even Line
Displays 768 lines with 384 scanning electrodes
Digital Linear Color Control
Digital Linear Color Control continually maintains the
ideal balance between the three main colors (red,
green, blue) for optimum color reproduction in every
scene from very dark to very bright. The sharpness and
tint of each color are independently controlled, so you
can adjust the tint more precisely.
e-ALIS Method Panel Technology
The e-ALIS (extended ALIS) Method Panel technology was developed
to enable the use of the ALIS Method on large screens. Adopting
the shared electrode structure that is a special feature of ALIS on
the front panel permits the display of highly detailed images of 768
lines with 384 electrodes. 1/60 second (1 field) is divided twice into
odd number lines and even number lines to perform address, then
emits all pixels. During the next 1/60 second, the same operation is
done to display a 1/30 second image (1 frame).
Long Life of 60,000 Hours
Another benefit of the e-ALIS/ALIS Method Panel
technologies are lower power consumption and longer
panel life. The Yamaha Plasma Display Monitors will
provide high quality images for 60,000 hours,* about
twice as long as a typical CRT monitor.
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2
3
4
5
6
765
766
767
768
Display Electrodes
..
..
..
..
..
..
Scanning Display
electrodes (384)
* Until panel brightness reduced to 40%. Yamaha measurement.
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Projectors
Incorporating the most advanced technology
and numerous convenient functions, this
projector offers the highest performance in
its class.
• Yamaha Natural Black concept • 5,000:1
contrast ratio • Latest DMD 720P DarkChip3™
device • High resolution lens • Motorized iris
control for higher contrast • 7-segment color
Control Panel
wheel • Faroudja TrueLife Enhancer • Natural
color adjustment system • Lamp power selector • Faroudja DCDi*
processing • Silent operation • HDMI compatibility • Motorized
vertical lens shift, iris, focus and zoom controls • One-line menu
with graphical menu configuration
• PJL-427: Optional lamp cartridge • PMT-L31:
Optional installation brackets for low ceiling
* DCDi is not applicable to images from film sources.
DPX-1200 Digital Cinema Projector
The previous DPX-1000 has been honored with an EISA Award for High-End AV Product 2003-2004.
The prestigious EISA Awards are chosen by media representatives from up to 20 European countries.
With the LPX-510, Yamaha makes it easy to
enjoy widescreen movies at home with
beautiful film-like picture quality.
• High contrast film-like picture quality with
“Natural Black” • Latest 0.7” 720p liquid crystal
panel • 720p HDTV format compatibility, 16:9
Control Panel
widescreen display • 3D Linear Color Balance
• Cinema Balance Filter • Motorized iris control
• Vertical/horizontal lens shift • Faroudja DCDi* processing
• Short focus lens with high power zoom • Yamaha Cinema Filter
• 1.5x motorized zoom • 15° vertical keystone correction
• Motorized focus control • 6 user preset memories • Smart
Zoom for projecting 4:3 sports broadcasts onto a full 16:9 screen
• Automatic aspect conversion • Six-step lamp power control
• HDMI terminal • RS-232C interface and trigger out
(12V/200mA) • Low-noise operation
• PJL-520: Optional lamp cartridge
* DCDi is not applicable to images from film sources.
LPX-510 Home Cinema Projector
Projectors
Panel
Resolution
Brightness
DPX-1200
0.8 inch DMD 720P DarkChip3™ x 1
1,280 x 720 pixels
800 ANSI lumens (iris off)
Contrast Ratio
5,000:1 (iris on)
Projection Lens
Lamp
Acceptable Input
F=2.7 – 5.0, f=24.3 – 38.9 mm
270 W SHP
480i/480p, 576i/576p, 720p, 1035i, 1080i
VGA, SVGA, XGA
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL60, PAL-M and PAL-N
375 W (standby: 0.1 W)
19-1/2” x 7-9/16” x 18-5/16”
30.4 lbs.
Power Consumption
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
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YPbPr
RGB
Color Format
LPX-510
0.7 inch HTPS TFT active matrix LCD x 3
1,280 x 720 pixels
1,000 ANSI lumens (iris: off, Cinema Balance Filter: off)
350 ANSI lumens (iris: fully on, Cinema Balance Filter: on)
1,200:1 (iris: 75%, Cinema Balance Filter: off)
1,000:1 (iris: 100%, Cinema Balance Filter: on)
F=2.06–2.79, f=21.4 mm–31.7 mm
200 W–150 W UHP lamp, 1,500 hours (200W continuous)
480i/480p, 576i/576p, 720p, 1035i, 1080i
VGA, SVGA, XGA
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL60, PAL-M and PAL-N
290 W (eco standby: 0.4 W)
17-11/16” x 4-11/16” x 13-9/16”
13.7 lbs.
Projectors / Plasma Display Monitors
Plasma Display Monitors
The world’s most advanced PDP technologies give the PDM-5520
performance capabilities unmatched by conventional plasma monitors.
• e-ALIS Method panel technology • Natural Black Drive System for
1,000:1 contrast ratio • High brightness: 1,000 cd/m2 • High resolution:
1,366 x 768 pixels • Digital Linear Color Control • Long life: 60,000 hours*
• 1.07 billion colors • Two picture modes • Four white balance modes
• Low power consumption • Side-by-side picture • Picture-in-picture
• Multi-language on-screen display • 2 x 12W audio power • Timer
functions • Five video and six PC size modes • RS-232C interface
• Simple remote control unit
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