Yamaha R-S500 Owner's Manual

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ZONE 245 EnADVANCEDOPERATIONThis unit allows you to configure a multi-room audio system. The Zone 2 feature enables you to set this unit to reproduceseparate input sources in the main room and in Zone 2 (the second room) simultaneously. You can control this unit fromthe second room using the supplied remote control.The R-S700 can also be operated using the supplied Zone 2 remote control.You need the following additional equipment to use the multi-room system of this unit:• An infrared signal receiver for the second room.• An infrared emitter for the main room. This emitter transmits the infrared signals sent by the remote control in Zone 2to the components in the main room.• An amplifier and speakers for the second room.ySome Yamaha models are able to connect directly to the REMOTE OUT jack on the rear panel of this unit. If you own one of theseproducts, you may not need to use an infrared emitter. Up to six Yamaha components can be connected as shown below.■ Multi-room configuration and connectionsThe following illustration shows an example of a multi-room system configuration and connections.ySince there are many possible ways to connect and use this unit in a multi-room configuration, we recommend that you consult withyour nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center for the Zone 2 connections that best meet your requirements.If you want to adjust the Zone 2 volume level by using the amplifier in the second room, we recommend setting the Zone 2 volume levelto or near 2.5 dB.ZONE 2Connecting Zone 2 componentsNoteOUTOUT INREMOTEINREMOTEOUT INREMOTE REMOTEThis unit Yamaha component Yamaha componentInfrared signalreceiverInfrared emitterCD changer(or other components)AmplifierZone 2Remote control(R-S700 only) Infrared signalreceiverSecond room (Zone 2)Main room (Main Zone)This unit