Brand: YAMAHA
Category: Audio/Video
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for DSP-E390
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:02 p.m.
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1. Connect speakers, amplifier, and audio sources following wiring diagrams.
2. Turn on the power of the unit and connected components.
3. Select input source on the amplifier or this unit.
4. Play the audio source.
5. Turn on the DSP and select a program (e.g., PRO LOGIC, CONCERT HALL) suitable for the source.
6. Adjust Master Volume, Center Level, and Rear Level for optimal sound balance.
7. Use the TEST function for speaker balance adjustment.
8. Adjust DELAY TIME for enhanced surround effects.
9. Refer to Troubleshooting section for common issues.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| SYMPTOM | CAUSE | REMEDY |
|---|---|---|
| The unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch is pressed. | Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely inserted. | Firmly plug in the power cord. |
| No sound. | Incorrect output cord connections. | Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. |
| The sound suddenly goes off. | The protection circuit has been activated because of short circuit etc. | Turning the unit off and then on will reset the protection circuit. |
| Only one side speaker outputs the sound. | Incorrect cord connections. | Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. |
| Sound "hums". | Incorrect cord connections. | Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. |
| The volume level cannot be increased, or sound is distorted. | The power to the component connected to the REC OUT terminals of this unit is off. | Turn the power to the component on. |
| No sound from the rear speakers. | The rear effect sound output level is set to 0. | Turn up the sound output level with the REAR LEVEL control. |
| No sound from the center speaker. | The monaural sound source is played in DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED mode. | Select another program suitable for the monaural sound source. |
| Left rear and right rear channels not balanced in certain digital sound field programs. | The center sound output level is set to 0. | Turn up the sound output level with the CENTER LEVEL control. |
| The sound field cannot be recorded. | The center channel mode is in PHANTOM mode. | Select NORMAL or WIDE. |
| Noise from nearby TV or tuner. | Incorrect sound field program selection. | Select the appropriate program. |
| The remote control transmitter does not work. | This is normal operation and is an exact duplication of the actual data which was measured for that particular hall etc. | It is not possible to record the sound field on a tape deck connected to this unit's TAPE REC OUT terminals. |