TasDom Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Looks like that receiver doesn't have room correction software. Most of today's current models have some form of ARC, be it Audyssey, MCACC (Pioneer) or YPAO (Yamaha) and include a microphone with the receiver. Here's the quick set up manual if you don't already have it.. http___download.yamaha.com_api_asset_file__language=en&site=usa.yamaha.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) Make sure to pick up an inexpensive SPL (Sound Pressure Level) meter so you can set the volume of each speaker correctly; see step 5 page 7 of the manual. I personally like the older Radio Shack analog style but you'd have to find a used one on ebay or such. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_9?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=spl%20meter&sprefix=spl+meter%2Celectronics%2C277 Edited October 17, 2014 by USNRET Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 I followed the manual when setting up and I will get one of those spl things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Like I say, I will be getting a new reciever in the very near future, so this will have the room correction, for right now I think this is probly as good as it will get, I been screwing with it for about a month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I followed the manual when setting up and I will get one of those spl thingsyea, you can't trust your ears. Set the meter at you favorite listening position about ear height with the microphone pointing up then set each speaker volume the same (around 80 db or so) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 I tried turning it and it didn't make it much better, maybe I need something a little bigger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Like I say, I will be getting a new reciever in the very near future, so this will have the room correction, for right now I think this is probly as good as it will get, I been screwing with it for about a monthI always use a meter to fine tune the speaker levels after running the correction software. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klipschsonian Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 You could try using an app on your cell phone called Sound meter by Borce Trajkovski and save some money, it seems to be pretty decent. I havent gotten it to go past 123db and thats about 16 ft. from my couch. Not sure how accurate is but should be decent enough to get an 80db rating or close to it. I would say to be safe go +5db. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 I followed the manual when setting up and I will get one of those spl thingsyea, you can't trust your ears. Set the meter at you favorite listening position about ear height with the microphone pointing up then set each speaker volume the same (around 80 db or so)ill get one and give it a try, do i do that with all speakers playing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Wow for some reason both my rears were turn way down, turned them up and problem solved, night and day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) I followed the manual when setting up and I will get one of those spl thingsyea, you can't trust your ears. Set the meter at you favorite listening position about ear height with the microphone pointing up then set each speaker volume the same (around 80 db or so)ill get one and give it a try, do i do that with all speakers playingAs you follow the set up speaker instructions per the page mentioned above you will hear "pink noise" for one speaker (typically starting at the left front) adjust the first speaker to a level of about 80-85 db on meter with the volume and the speaker level at null / zero / no change dialed in. Now leave the volume control set where it is and using remote advance to next speaker; adjust that speaker level on the meter to match the first speaker using the remote (see step 5 under item 13 page 7). Continue on thru all 5 speakers setting the loudness evenly but again leaving the master volume control where it was on first speaker until you are done with test tones. Once you adjust all speakers you can run back thru them to confirm equal output of all speakers. Be sure to set distance from listening position to each speaker (use tape measure) Edited October 17, 2014 by USNRET Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 When u say null/no change dialed in what do u mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 You mean leave speaker level at zero and turn up master volume to 80db Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Also what is pink noise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) Like I say, I will be getting a new reciever in the very near future, so this will have the room correction, for right now I think this is probly as good as it will get, I been screwing with it for about a month The new AVR sound like a good idea. I have one of the early Pioneer 5.1 AVR's with no HDMI and it is clunky in terms of setup and its ability to properly distribute signal to the various speakers. I went to an Onk 717 about 2 years ago and it brought me into the 21st century. What AVR are you thinking of, and why? Specifically I'm curious if Atmos is important to you. Since you are thinking of a new purchase, you might be a good indicator if Atmos is going to fly or not. Our AVR choices these days seems to be 5.1, 7.1 and 11.1. The latest and greatest choices are 4K support and Atmos. My AVR will support up to 7.2, but I am very happy with 5.1. To get better sound for my money, I would rather improve my L/C/R rather than invest in more surround speakers. Edited October 17, 2014 by wvu80 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Wow for some reason both my rears were turn way down, turned them up and problem solved, night and day There you go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Also what is pink noise It sounds like static that's used to set the speaker levels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Also what is pink noiseTerm used for the tone you hear during setup. You mean leave speaker level at zero and turn up master volume to 80dbYes, first speaker level at mid point of adjustment (I am not familiar with your AVR but you want the speaker level at the mid point so you can then adjust + or -). With first speaker level at mid point and volume set to 80 then leave volume alone and make individual speaker adjustments using THAT speaker's level adjustment. When done turn volume down so it's not too high when the source material starts to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 I was actually thinking maybe denon avr-4000 or marantz sr7007 I am not concerned at the moment about atmos seems like a money pit to me 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 You might like what you have once you get it dialed in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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