Quick-Connect Poster

Yamaha created this package to greatly enhance your audio and home theater enjoyment. This Quick-Connect Poster will help you get started. Follow the steps to connect the speakers first. Then connect your DVD Player and other components. Refer to your Owner's Manuals as well as those that came with your other components for complete instructions and precautions. Be sure that all components are not plugged in while making connections. You will need the following which are not included in the package: Phillips screwdriver, wire cutter/stripper, optional for wall mounting: brackets, toggle bolts, molly anchor screws or sheet metal screws.

1 Your System

Inspect Contents: After unpacking, inspect the contents to confirm you have the following items: two front speakers, two surround speakers, one center speaker, one subwoofer, HTR-5930 A/V Receiver with remote control, DV-C6860 DVD Player with remote control, speaker wire, subwoofer RCA cable, and audio/video RCA cable. Also included, but not shown, are AM and FM antennas and related Owner's Manuals.

Diagram Description: A visual representation of the system components including front speakers (labeled 1), surround speakers (labeled 2), center speaker (labeled 3), subwoofer (labeled 4), A/V receiver (labeled 5), and DVD player (labeled 6). Speaker wire (labeled 7), subwoofer RCA cable (labeled 8), and audio/video RCA cable (labeled 9) are also depicted.

2 Room Layout

Speaker Placement: After connecting the speakers, place them in the approximate positions shown in the diagram.

Diagram Description: An illustration showing the recommended placement of speakers in a room for optimal surround sound, indicating positions for front left, front right, surround left, and surround right speakers.

3 & 4 Connect Speaker Wire

Cut speaker wire to appropriate lengths for all speaker connections. Connect speaker wire for front speakers and surround speakers. The positive [+] side of the wire (often with a white stripe) attaches to the red terminal, and the negative [-] side attaches to the black terminal. Refer to your HTR-5930 Owner's Manual for more information on speaker wire connections.

Mount Surround Speakers (Optional): Fasten mounting screws into a firm wall or wall support. Leave approximately 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) space between the screw head and the wall. Hang the keyholes on the speaker backs on the protruding screws.

⚠️ WARNING: Please consult a reliable source regarding the best type of hardware for your particular wall's construction. Secure installation is the purchaser's responsibility. See your Owner's Manual for additional precautions.

Diagram Description (Step 3): Shows how to connect speaker wire to the receiver's speaker terminals, highlighting the positive [+] and negative [-] connections. The diagram indicates a measurement of 19/32 inches (approx. 15mm) for wire stripping.

Diagram Description (Step 4): Illustrates the connection of the center speaker wire to the receiver's center speaker terminal, emphasizing polarity.

5 & 6 Speaker Connections

Connect the speaker wires for the front speakers, surround speakers, and center speaker to the corresponding terminals on the HTR-5930 Receiver. Ensure the positive [+] side of the wire with the white stripe attaches to the red terminal, and the negative [-] side attaches to the black terminal.

? CAUTION: Receiver must not be plugged in while connecting speakers.

Diagram Description (Step 5): Detailed view of the rear panel of the HTR-5930 Receiver showing connections for front and surround speakers, indicating terminal labels (e.g., FRONT A, FRONT B, SURROUND) and polarity. The unit also displays safety warnings in English and French: 'WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE' and 'ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR'.

Diagram Description (Step 6): Close-up of the center speaker connection terminals on the HTR-5930 Receiver.

7 Subwoofer Connection

Connect the subwoofer RCA cable to the YST-SW030 Subwoofer. Set the subwoofer's VOLUME control to the half-way mark and the POWER switch to OFF. Connect the other end of the RCA cable to the receiver.

⚠️ WARNING: Receiver must not be plugged in while connecting speakers.

Diagram Description: Shows the connection of the subwoofer RCA cable to the receiver and the subwoofer.

8 Antenna Connection

Connect the AM loop antenna and the indoor FM antenna to the receiver. Keep the receiver unplugged during this process. For more information about obtaining clear reception and grounding, see your Owner's Manual.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the connection points for the AM loop antenna and the FM antenna on the rear of the receiver.

9 DVD Player Connection

Connect RCA audio/video cables from the DV-C6860 DVD Player to the HTR-5930 Receiver. Connect the yellow cable to the "DVD" video input and the red cable to the "Digital Input DVD Coaxial" on the receiver. Leave the white audio cable unplugged as shown.

⚠️ WARNING: Components must not be plugged in while connecting them. Wait until all connections are made before plugging in your components.

Diagram Description: Shows the audio and video cable connections between the DVD player and the receiver, specifying which ports to use.

10 VCR Connection

Connect audio/video cables (not included) from your VCR's audio/video OUT terminals to the receiver's corresponding IN terminals as shown. Note: The VCR shown is for illustration purposes only. When using a hi-fi stereo VCR, set the Tuner/Line switch on the VCR to "Line" position to record from another source connected to the HTR-5930 receiver.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the audio and video connections for a VCR to the receiver.

11 Video Game Console Connection

Connect RCA audio/video cables (not included) from your Video Game Console or Video Camera's audio/video OUT terminals to the receiver's corresponding IN terminals as shown.

Diagram Description: Shows the audio and video cable connections for a video game console or camera to the receiver.

12 DSS/Cable/HDTV Tuner Connection

Connect RCA audio/video cables (not included) and an optional optical cable (not pictured) from the DSS/Cable/HDTV Tuner Box's A/V OUT connections to the receiver's "DTV/CBL" terminals as shown.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the connections for a DSS/Cable/HDTV Tuner Box to the receiver.

13 Video Monitor Connection

Connect an RCA video cable (not included) from the receiver's "Monitor OUT" terminal to your video monitor's video IN terminal as shown.

Diagram Description: Shows the video cable connection from the receiver's monitor output to a video monitor.

14 CD Player Connection

Connect RCA audio cables (not included) from your CD Player's audio OUT terminals to the receiver's "CD" terminals as shown. If your CD Player has a digital output terminal, connect a digital cable (not included) to the HTR-5930 Receiver's Digital Input terminal. See your HTR-5930 Owner's Manual for more information.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the audio connections for a CD Player to the receiver.

15 MD/CD-R Player Connection

Connect RCA audio cables (not included) from your MD/CD-R Recorder's audio OUT terminals to the receiver's "MD/CD-R" terminals as shown.

Diagram Description: Shows the audio connections for an MD/CD-R Recorder to the receiver.

16 Final Steps

Plug in the receiver and other components. Power on the receiver first, and then the other components. Adjust the volume on the receiver. Please see each of your respective Owner's Manuals for recommended guidelines and settings.

Diagram Description: An illustration of a power outlet with a plug inserted, signifying the final step of powering the system.