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Yamaha Aventage MusicCast RX-A1070BL Owner's Manual

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• This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home.
• This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit.
• Read the supplied booklet "Quick Start Guide" before using the unit.
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver Owner’s Manual • This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home. • This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit. • Read the supplied booklet “Quick Start Guide” before using the unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction 3 Connecting the radio antennas............38 FM/AM antennas (except Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models) ............38 Accessories................... 5 DAB/FM antenna (Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models only) ............38 4 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna ..39 About this book ................
  • Page 3 Registering a scene ............................62 Playback of Internet radio..........................89 Selecting setting items to be included as scene assignments..............62 Registering favorite Internet radio stations (Favorites) ................91 Selecting the sound mode.............63 Playing back iTunes/iPod music with AirPlay........92 Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents ....................92 Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP HD ) ................
  • Page 4 Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) ....140 Network information ..........................162 Types of information..........................141 Yamaha technologies ..........................162 Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu).... 142 Supported devices and file formats ..........163 ADVANCED SETUP menu items ......................... 143 Supported devices............................163...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Accessories About this book Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. The illustrations of the main unit and remote control used in this manual are of the U.S.A. model, unless otherwise specified. AM antenna DAB/FM antenna In this manual, illustrations of English menu screens are used as examples.

  • Page 6: About Remote Control

    About remote control This section explains how to use the supplied remote control. Batteries Insert the batteries the right way round. Operating range of the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below.

  • Page 7: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit The unit is equipped with the various useful features. More advanced ENTERTAINMENT Various wireless connection sound programs (p.65) methods (p.51) Connecting various devices (p.32) By processing front left and front right sound fields The unit supports the Wi-Fi feature that allows the unit to A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks on individually, the ENTERTAINMENT sound programs are...
  • Page 8 CINEMA DSP The excitement of a concert hall and the powerful sense of being inside a movie - we all want to enjoy these experiences in our own living room. Yamaha has pursued the fulfillment of these desires for more than 30 years, and this fulfillment has now taken shape as the Yamaha AV receivers.

  • Page 9: Av Controller

    MusicCast CONTROLLER is an application that allows you to cable connections between AV receiver and source devices Wi-Fi enabled remote control for your Yamaha network link a MusicCast compatible device to other MusicCast products. This application provides you the flexibility to as well as AV receiver setup.

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions This section explains the functions of the parts of the unit. Front panel MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT INPUT VOLUME MAIN ZONE z key INPUT knob Opening the front panel door Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Selects an input source. To use controls or jacks behind the front panel door, gently Standby indicator Front panel door...
  • Page 11 ■ Inside of the front panel door ON SCREEN OPTION TONE CONTROL SCENE INFO(WPS) MEMORY PRESET MULTI ZONE PROGRAM TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL RETURN DISPLAY PHONES VIDEO AUX AUDIO YPAO MIC SILENT CINEMA HDMI IN (U.S.A. model) ON SCREEN key SCENE keys FM and AM keys (except Australia, U.K., Europe and Displays the on-screen menu on the TV.

  • Page 12: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) MUTE VOL. ZONE PARTY A-DRC VIRTUAL YPAO VOL. LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED R FPR Hi-Res ENHANCER SLEEP HDMI Information display VIRTUAL Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Displays the current status (such as input name and sound mode Lights up when the Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) or Virtual name).

  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    Rear panel HDMI (HDCP2.2) NETWORK HDMI OUT ( 3 NET ) (HDCP2.2) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 AV 6 AV 7 (ZONE OUT) (1 BD/DVD) AC IN AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 COMPONENT VIDEO TRIGGER (1 BD/DVD)
  • Page 14 PHONO jacks PRE OUT jacks For connecting to a turntable (p.36). For connecting to a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (p.23) or to an external power amplifier (p.31). AUDIO 1-3 jacks For connecting to audio playback devices and inputting audio signals (p.36). AV 1-4 jacks For connecting to video/audio playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.34).

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Radio keys Operate the FM/AM/DAB radio when “TUNER” is selected as the Transmits infrared signals. input source (p.69). z (receiver power) key BAND: Switches between FM and DAB radio (Australia, U.K., Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Europe and Russia models), or FM and AM radio (other models).

  • Page 16: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Connecting speakers ................(p.17) Connecting a TV and playback devices.

  • Page 17: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers The unit has 7 built-in amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 9 speakers and up to 2 subwoofers to create the favorite acoustic space in your room. You can also apply bi-amp connections, channel expansion (using an external power amplifier) or multi-zone configurations to enhance your system (p.26). Caution Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers.

  • Page 18: Basic Speaker Configuration

    Basic speaker configuration If you do not apply bi-amp connections, channel expansion (using an external amplifier) or multi-zone configurations, follow the procedure below to place the speakers in your room and connect them to the unit. ■ Placing speakers in your room 7.1/5.1.2 system [S] (using both surround back and front presence speakers) Depending on the number of speakers, place the speakers and subwoofer in your room.
  • Page 19 5.1.2 system [S] (using front presence speakers) 7.1 system (using surround back speakers) This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to enjoy speakers to add a sense of depth to the rear sound field.
  • Page 20 5.1 system 5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using surround speakers) We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of the room. You can enjoy surround sound even without the center speaker (4.1 system). When placing surround speakers in the front side, set “Layout (Surround)” in the “Setup” menu to “Front” before performing YPAO (p.42).
  • Page 21 5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using front presence speakers) 2.1 system We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of the room. Add the center speaker to configure a 3.1 system. When using front presence speakers installed to the ceiling or when using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers, configure the “Layout (Front Presence)”...
  • Page 22 Presence speaker layout Dolby Enabled SP Use the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. The unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height, Overhead and It utilizes sounds reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sounds only from speakers Dolby Enabled SP).
  • Page 23 ■ Setting the speaker impedance ■ Connecting speakers Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a 6-ohm Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. In this case, you can also use Precaution for connecting of the speaker cables 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.
  • Page 24 Speakers to be connected Connection diagram Refer to the following diagram and connect the speakers to the unit. Speaker system (the number of channels) Speaker type ZONE OUT PRE OUT (SINGLE) 7.1/5.1.2 The unit (rear) ZONE 2 Front (L/R) 1 2 FRONT SURROUND SUR.
  • Page 25 Connecting speaker cables Connecting the subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of the unit and Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. the speaker, and the other is for the positive (+) terminal. If the wires are colored to prevent Audio pin cable confusion, connect the black wire to the negative and the other wire to the positive terminal.

  • Page 26: Advanced Speaker Configuration

    Advanced speaker configuration In addition to the basic speaker configuration (p.18), the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations to enhance your system. Combining with an external Using the four internal Using the excess internal power amplifier (Hi-Fi amplifiers for front speakers to amplifiers for stereo speakers amplifier, etc.) to build an...
  • Page 27 ■ Available speaker configurations 7.1 +1Zone Main zone Power Amp Assign Output Surround External power Multi-zone Page (p.123) channel Bi-amp back/ Front amplifier (max) presence (required) Surround back +1 (Zone2) 7.1 +1Zone Front presence +1 (Zone2) 5.1.2 +1Zone 5.1 Bi-Amp Surround back Surround back 7.1 Bi-Amp [ext.SB]...
  • Page 28 5.1.2 +1Zone 5.1 Bi-Amp Bi-amp Zone2 Main zone Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND (not used) (not used) EXTRA SP1 (not used) SUBWOOFER 1-2 SUBWOOFER 1-2 Zone2 speakers EXTRA SP2 When Zone2 output is enabled (p.98), the front presence speakers in the main zone do not output sound.
  • Page 29 7.1 Bi-Amp [ext.SB] ■ Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connections Bi-amp When using front speakers that support bi-amp connections, connect them to the FRONT terminals and EXTRA SP1 terminals. To enable the bi-amp function, configure the “Power Amp Assign” setting in the “Setup” menu after connecting the power cable to an AC wall outlet (p.42).
  • Page 30 ■ Connecting Zone2 speakers (when using front presence speakers in the main zone) When using Zone2 speakers, connect them to the EXTRA SP1 or EXTRA SP2 terminals. The unit (rear) SPEAKERS EXTRA SP2 EXTRA SP1 SURROUND CENTER FRONT To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, configure the “Power Amp Assign” SURROUND BACK F.PRESENCE setting in the “Setup”...
  • Page 31 ■ Connecting an external power amplifier (Example) Connecting front speakers via an external power amplifier When connecting an external power amplifier to enhance speaker output, connect the input jacks of the power amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks of the unit. The same channel signals are PRE OUT (FRONT) jacks output from the PRE OUT jacks as from their corresponding SPEAKERS terminals.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Tv And Playback Devices

    Connecting a TV and playback devices Connect a TV and playback devices (video and audio devices) to the unit. For information on how to connect a USB storage device, see “Connecting a USB storage device” (p.82). Input/output jacks and cables The unit is equipped with the following input/output jacks.

  • Page 33: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV About Audio Return Channel (ARC) • ARC allows audio signals to travel both ways. If you connect a TV that supports ARC to the unit with a Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. single HDMI cable, you can output video/audio to the TV or input TV audio to the unit.

  • Page 34: Connecting Video Devices (Such As Bd/Dvd Players)

    Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) ■ Component video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable (digital Connect video devices such as BD/DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and game consoles to the coaxial or stereo pin cable).
  • Page 35 ■ Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital coaxial, digital optical, or stereo pin cable). Choose a set of input jacks (on the unit) depending on the audio output jacks available on your video device.

  • Page 36: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) PHONO jacks Audio output (PHONO) PHONO Connect audio devices such as CD players and a turntable to the unit. Depending on the audio PHONO output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections. The following explanation is based on the assumption that you have not changed the “Input Assignment”...

  • Page 37: Connecting To The Jacks On The Front Panel

    Connecting to the jacks on the front panel ■ Analog stereo connection Connect an audio playback device (such as CD players) to the unit with a stereo pin cable. Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit. Use the USB jack to connect a USB storage device.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    Connecting the radio antennas Connect the supplied radio antenna to the unit. Connecting the AM antenna Hold down Insert Release FM/AM antennas (except Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. • Unwind only the length of cable needed from the AM antenna unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Network Cable Or Preparing The Wireless Antenna

    Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. • Some security software installed on your PC or the firewall settings of network devices (such as a router) may block the access of the unit to the network devices or the Internet.

  • Page 40: Connecting Other Devices

    Improper setting of VOLTAGE SELECTOR may cause damage to the unit and create a potential fire hazard. The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that supports a The unit (rear)

  • Page 41: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    Selecting an on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language from English (default), Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Language” and the Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired language. V-AUX V-AUX Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.

  • Page 42: Configuring The Necessary Speaker Settings

    Configuring the necessary speaker settings If you use any of the following speaker configurations, follow the Configure the corresponding speaker settings. procedure below to configure the corresponding speaker settings manually before performing YPAO. • When using bi-amp connection or Zone2 speakers, select “Power V-AUX V-AUX Amp Assign”...

  • Page 43: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position and detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your connect it to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel.
  • Page 44 Multi measure If desired, change the measuring method (multi/single). Single measure (5 listening positions) Use the cursor keys to select “Multi Position” and press ENTER. Use the cursor keys to select a setting and then press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO...

  • Page 45: Measuring At One Listening Position (Single Measure)

    Measuring at one listening position To save the measurement results, use the cursor keys (single measure) (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “No”, follow the procedure below for measurement. It takes about 3 minutes to perform the measurement. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 46: Measuring At Multiple Listening Positions (Multi Measure)

    Measuring at multiple listening positions When the measurements at the positions you want to (multi measure) measure are completed, use the cursor keys to select “CANCEL” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for When you have taken measurements at 8 listening positions, the measurement.

  • Page 47: Checking The Measurement Results

    Checking the measurement results Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES” or “NO” to enable/disable YPAO Volume and press ENTER. You can check the YPAO measurement results. After the measurement, use the cursor keys to select V-AUX V-AUX “Result” and press ENTER. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 48: Reloading The Previous Ypao Adjustments

    Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments When the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable, follow the procedure below to discard the manual settings and reload the previous YPAO adjustments. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO In the “Setup” menu, select “Speaker”, “Auto Setup”, TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 49: Error Messages

    Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO MIC jack firmly and follow the on-screen instructions to start the E-8: No Signal The YPAO microphone cannot detect test tones. measurement again. If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. E-9: User Cancel The measurement has been canceled.

  • Page 50: Warning Messages

    Warning messages If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. Warning message Cause Remedy...

  • Page 51: Connecting To A Network Device Wirelessly

    Connecting to a network device wirelessly Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing a ■ Connecting without a wireless router (access point) wireless connection. Connect a mobile device to the unit directly. You can use the application for smartphone / tablet “AV CONTROLLER”...

  • Page 52: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Network”. Select a connection method according to your environment. •...
  • Page 53 ■ Using the WPS push button configuration After checking the on-screen message, use the cursor You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS keys (e/r) and ENTER to select “NEXT”. button. This configuration does not work if the security method of your wireless router (access V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...
  • Page 54 ■ Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push button desired connection method and select “NEXT”. configuration method, follow the procedure below to configure the wireless network settings.
  • Page 55 Searching for an access point Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the unit If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the wireless starts searching for access points. After a while, the list of available connection setting screen appears on the TV.
  • Page 56 Using the PIN code Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of available and select “NEXT”. access points appears on the TV screen. If you select “None” in Step 2, this setting is not available. Proceed to Step 4.

  • Page 57: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check “Wireless directly (Wireless Direct) Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit directly. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO...
  • Page 58 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the instruction manual of the mobile device. If you select “None” in Step 8, this setting is not available. Proceed to Step 10.

  • Page 59: Connecting To The Musiccast Network

    Connecting to the MusicCast network MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy music from your smartphone, PC, NAS drive and...

  • Page 60: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO On-screen input selection Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD TUNER BLUETOOTH a Press ON SCREEN. player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...

  • Page 61: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch (Scene)

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound program, HDMI output and various settings with just one touch. You can use up to 12 scenes to register your favorite settings and switch them depending on a playback source. V-AUX V-AUX Press SCENE.

  • Page 62: Registering A Scene

    Registering a scene Selecting setting items to be included as scene assignments Set the unit to the condition (such as input source and In addition to the default scene assignments (Input, HDMI Output and sound program) that you want to assign to a scene. Mode), you can also include the following setting items as the scene V-AUX V-AUX...

  • Page 63: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround On-screen sound program/surround decoder selection decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite a Press ON SCREEN. sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo playback). V-AUX V-AUX b Use the cursor keys to select “DSP Program”...

  • Page 64: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp Hd 3 )

    The following sound programs are optimized for viewing video sources, such as movies, TV programs, and games. MOVIE THEATER The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP HD ). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual movie theaters or concert halls in your room and enjoy natural stereoscopic sound fields.
  • Page 65 ENTERTAINMENT ■ Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC) This program allows listeners to enjoy the rich vividness of sport broadcasts and The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ voices Sports are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the stadium is You can also select stereo playback.
  • Page 66 If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 7ch Stereo) when no surround makes the powerful reflections converge toward the stage located in the center. speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to The warehouse resembles some lofts in Soho. Sound reflects off the concrete...

  • Page 67: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    Enjoying unprocessed playback Press SUR. DECODE to select a surround decoder. You can play back input sources without any sound field effect Each time you press the key, the surround decoder changes. processing. SUR. DECODE VOL. †‡ Dsur V-AUX V-AUX ■...

  • Page 68: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    Enjoying pure high fidelity sound Playing back digitally compressed formats (Pure Direct) (such as MP3, etc.) with enriched sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) When Pure Direct is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry in order to reduce the electrical noise from other V-AUX V-AUX circuitry (such as the front display).

  • Page 69: Listening To Fm/Am Radio (Except Australia, U.k., Europe And Russia Models)

    Listening to FM/AM radio (except Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models) You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting Selecting a frequency for reception from registered radio stations. V-AUX V-AUX Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. AUDIO AUDIO •...

  • Page 70: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite radio stations ■ Selecting a preset station (presets) Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their V-AUX V-AUX...

  • Page 71: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    Operating the radio on the TV ■ Browse screen You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the TV. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. V-AUX V-AUX The playback screen is displayed on the TV. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 72: Listening To Dab Radio (Australia, U.k., Europe And Russia Models Only)

    Listening to DAB radio (Australia, U.K., When the initial scan finishes, the unit automatically tunes into the first DAB radio station as stored in station order. Europe and Russia models only) BBC Radio 4 VOL. DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and more stable reception compared to analog signals.

  • Page 73: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite DAB radio stations ■ Selecting a preset DAB radio station (presets) Tune into a registered DAB radio station by selecting its preset number. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their V-AUX V-AUX...

  • Page 74: Displaying The Dab Information

    Displaying the DAB information Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label (0 [none] to 100 [best]).
  • Page 75 ■ DAB frequency information The unit supports Band III (174 to 240 MHz) only. Frequency Channel label Frequency Channel label 174.928 MHz 225.648 MHz 176.640 MHz 227.360 MHz 178.352 MHz 229.072 MHz 180.064 MHz 230.784 MHz 181.936 MHz 232.496 MHz 234.208 MHz 183.648 MHz 185.360 MHz...

  • Page 76: Listening To Fm Radio (Australia, U.k., Europe And Russia Models Only)

    Listening to FM radio (Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models only) You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting Registering favorite FM radio stations from registered radio stations. (presets) V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO You can register up to 40 FM radio stations as presets. Once you have If you cannot obtain good reception on the radio, adjust the direction of the DAB/FM PHONO PHONO...
  • Page 77 ■ Selecting a preset station Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. V-AUX V-AUX Press BAND to select the FM band AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH TUNER Press PRESET repeatedly to select the desired radio...

  • Page 78: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning Program service name Program Service Current program type Program Type (U.K., Europe and Russia models only) Information on the current program Radio Text Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in Current time Clock Time many countries.

  • Page 79: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    Operating the radio on the TV ■ Browse screen You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the TV. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. V-AUX V-AUX The playback screen is displayed on the TV. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 80: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as Playing back Bluetooth device music on the smartphones) on the unit. Also, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 81: Enjoying Audio Using Bluetooth Speakers/Headphones

    Enjoying audio using Bluetooth Use the cursor keys and ENTER to check the desired speakers/headphones Bluetooth speakers/headphones. Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection between Bluetooth speakers/headphones and the unit, and enjoy audio V-AUX played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones. AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO...

  • Page 82: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Playback of USB storage device contents The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or FAT32 Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device contents format).
  • Page 83 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY...
  • Page 84 ■ Playback screen ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents. When “USB” is selected as the input source, press V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...

  • Page 85: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. Media sharing setup To play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS, first you need to configure •...

  • Page 86: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed.
  • Page 87 ■ Browse screen ■ Playback screen V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Status indicators Status indicators SCENE SCENE Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.88) and playback status (such as Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.88) and playback status (such as play/pause).
  • Page 88 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content. When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...

  • Page 89: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.39). You can check V-AUX V-AUX Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the input AUDIO AUDIO whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to...
  • Page 90 ■ Browse screen ■ Playback screen V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Playback indicator Playback indicator SCENE SCENE Playback information List name Displays the station name, album name, song title, and elapsed time. Contents list MUTE MUTE...

  • Page 91: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Favorites)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (Favorites) By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Favorites”, you can quickly access to them from the “Favorites” folder in the browse screen. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO You can also register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents or Bluetooth input TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 92: Playing Back Itunes/Ipod Music With Airplay

    Playing back iTunes/iPod music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents iTunes Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen Router on the iPod.
  • Page 93 ■ Playback screen V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Playback indicator SCENE SCENE Playback information Displays the artist name, album name, song title, and elapsed/remaining time. MUTE MUTE Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select scrollable information.

  • Page 94: Playing Back Videos/Audio In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    Audio (SPEAKERS or ZONE OUT) Since there are many possible ways to use the unit in a multi-zone configuration, we recommend that you consult with your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center Guest room about the multi-zone connections that best meet your requirements.

  • Page 95: Preparing Zone2

    Preparing Zone2 ■ Connecting speakers to play back audio Connect speakers to play back audio in Zone2. The connection method varies depending on Connect the device that will be used in Zone2 to the unit. the amplifier being used (the unit or an external amplifier). Caution Using the unit’s internal amplifier •...
  • Page 96 ■ Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back • Videos/audio interruptions may happen in another zone when any of the following operations is videos/audio performed. – Tuning on/off a TV connected to the unit via HDMI or switching the TV input Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at Zone2.
  • Page 97 Remote connections between Yamaha products An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that support remote connections, as the unit does. You can transmit remote control signals by connecting the REMOTE IN/OUT jacks with monaural mini-jack cables and an infrared signal receiver.

  • Page 98: Controlling Zone2

    Controlling Zone2 Start playback on the external device or select a radio station. Set MAIN/ZONE2 to “ZONE2”. Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. For details on the following operations, see the corresponding Press z (receiver power). V-AUX pages.
  • Page 99 ■ Other operations for Zone2 ■ Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) The following functions are also available when Zone2 is enabled. The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music that is Adjusting the volume being played back in the main zone.

  • Page 100: Registering Favorite Items (Shortcut)

    Registering favorite items (shortcut) You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents or Bluetooth Recalling a registered item input source as shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut numbers. Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 101: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) You can control the unit with the web control screen displayed in a web browser. • You can check the IP address of the unit in “Network” (p.141) in the “Information” menu. Web browser •...

  • Page 102: Top Menu Screen

    Top menu screen Control screen PLAY INFO CONTROL Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. TOP MENU STATUS Moves to the top menu screen. Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. SCENE SETTINGS Selects a scene for the selected zone.

  • Page 103: Settings Screen

    Settings screen Google Analytics Displays an explanation of data collection by Google Analytics. Data collection can be enabled or disabled at any time. BACK Moves to the top menu screen. RELOAD Reloads the current status of the unit. Note • If the network settings are changed, you may need to restart the browser or regain access to the unit. •...

  • Page 104: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status Currently input Item source You can view the current status (input or DSP program currently AV 1-7 VIDEO AUX selected) on the front panel display or TV. DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Decoder (decoder name*) AUDIO 1-3 V-AUX V-AUX...

  • Page 105: Viewing The Status Information On The Tv

    Viewing the status information on the TV Press DISPLAY. The following information is displayed on the TV. V-AUX V-AUX Input source/ Compressed Music Volume/YPAO AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO Party mode status Enhancer status Volume status TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2...

  • Page 106: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources (Option Menu)

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu is Option menu items available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback.
  • Page 107 ■ YPAO Volume (YPAO Volume) Item Function Page Enables/disables YPAO Volume or Adaptive DRC. Input Trim Corrects volume differences between input sources. (In.Trim) YPAO Volume (YPAO Vol.) Input Settings Audio Select Selects the audio input jack to use when more than one (Input Settings) (A.Sel) audio connection is made for one input source.
  • Page 108 ■ Dialogue (Dialog) ■ Lipsync Adjustment (Lipsync Adj.) Adjusts the volume or perceive height of dialogue sounds. Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. Setting range Dialogue Level (Dialog Lvl) 0 ms to 500 ms (1 ms increments) Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds. If dialogue sounds cannot be heard clearly, you can turn up its volume by increasing this setting.
  • Page 109 ■ Enhancer (Enhancer) ■ Video Processing (Video Process.) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer and the high-resolution mode. Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Processing” (p.129) in the “Setup” menu. Enhancer (Enhancer) Settings Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.68). Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing.
  • Page 110 Video Out (V.Out) Selects a video to be output with the audio input source. Settings Off (Off) Does not output video. AV 1-7 (AV1-7), VIDEO Outputs video input through the corresponding video input jacks. AUX (V-AUX) ■ FM Mode (FM Mode) Switches between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception.

  • Page 111: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring input sources (Input menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can change the input source settings using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Input” and press ENTER. To return to the previous screen during menu operations, press RETURN.
  • Page 112 ■ Rename/Icon Select ■ Decoder Mode Changes the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Sets the format of digital audio playback to “DTS”. For example, if the unit does not detect DTS audio and outputs noise, set “Decoder Mode” to “DTS”.

  • Page 113: Configuring The Scene Function (Scene Menu)

    Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Use the cursor keys and ENTER to change the setting. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.61) using the TV screen. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Press ON SCREEN. Scene menu items Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...
  • Page 114 ■ Load Check or uncheck Loads the settings registered for the selected scene. Select “DETAIL” to configure the SCENE link playback setting or view the scene assignments. Device Control Recalls a selected scene and starts its playback on an external device connected to the unit via HDMI.
  • Page 115 Playing a radio station or content included as the scene assignments automatically when ■ Rename/Icon Select pressing SCENE Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. ■ Setup procedure Individual contents cannot be registered for “Bluetooth” and “AirPlay”. The content lastly played back on each device will be recalled.

  • Page 116: Configuring Sound Programs/Surround Decoders (Dsp Program Menu)

    Configuring sound programs/surround decoders Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. (DSP Program menu) You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “DSP Program” and press ENTER. •...

  • Page 117: Dsp Program Menu Items

    DSP Program menu items Item Function Settings 1.0 s to 5.0 s Adjust the decay time of the rear Higher to enrich the reverberant Reverb Time reverberant sound. sound and lower to have clear • Available items vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. sound.
  • Page 118 The following items are available when you select “7ch Stereo”. ■ Settings for decoders The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND DECODER” to Item Function Settings “bDsur” or “Neo:6 Music”. Adjusts the entire volume. -5 to 0 to +5 Level -5 to 0 to +5 Decode Type...

  • Page 119: Configuring Various Functions (Setup Menu)

    Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. To return to the previous screen during menu operations, press RETURN.

  • Page 120: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Setting Pattern Registers two speaker setting patterns and switches between them. Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system.
  • Page 121 Menu Item Function Page HDMI Control Enables/disables HDMI Control. You can also configure the relevant settings (such as ARC and TV audio input). HDMI Audio Output Selects a device to output audio. Standby Through Select whether to output videos/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when the unit is in standby mode. Network Connection Selects the network connection method.
  • Page 122 Menu Item Function Page Input Assignment Assigns the COMPONENT VIDEO, COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to another input source. Remote PROGRAM Key Assigns the desired function to the PROGRAM keys of the remote control. Dimmer (Front Display) Adjusts the brightness of the front display. Display Set Short Message Selects whether to display short messages on the TV screen when the unit is operated.

  • Page 123: Speaker (Manual Setup)

    Speaker (Manual Setup) ■ Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Configures the speaker settings manually. Choices Pattern1 ▶ 2 Copies the “Pattern1” parameters to “Pattern2”. • Some speaker settings are not available depending on the selected “Power Amp Assign” setting. Pattern2 ▶...
  • Page 124 ■ Configuration Surround Configures the output characteristics of the speakers. Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their sizes. Settings • When you configure the speaker size, select “Large” if the woofer diameter of your speaker is 16 cm (6-1/4”) or Select this option for large speakers.
  • Page 125 Front Presence Layout Selects whether or not front presence speakers are connected and their size. Selects the layouts of the surround speakers and front presence speakers. Settings Surround Large Select this option for large speakers. Selects a surround speaker layout when surround speakers are used. Small Select this option for small speakers.
  • Page 126 ■ Level Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select a center frequency from the 7 preset bands (4 for Adjusts the volume of each speaker. subwoofer) and the cursor keys (q/w) to adjust the gain. Choices Front L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Surround Back L, Surround Back R, Front Presence L, Front Presence R, Subwoofer Setting range -10.0 dB to 0.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB increments)

  • Page 127: Sound

    Sound Adjustment Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual Select” is set Configures the audio output settings. to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Auto”. ■ Lipsync Setting range Adjusts the delay between video and audio by holding up the audio output.
  • Page 128 ■ Initial Volume ■ Virtual Presence Speaker Sets the initial volume when the receiver is turned on. Selects whether to create Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center, and surround speakers. When VPS is enabled, the unit creates front VPS when no front presence speakers are Settings connected, and creates rear VPS when front presence speakers are connected (p.64).

  • Page 129: Video

    Video Resolution Selects a resolution to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. Configures the video output settings. Settings Through Does not convert the resolution. Auto Selects a resolution automatically in accordance with TV resolution. Output video signals with a selected resolution. 480p/576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 4K (Only the resolutions supported by your TV are selectable.)

  • Page 130: Hdmi

    HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.167) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Configures the HDMI settings. Settings Disables ARC. Enables ARC. You do not need to change this setting normally. In case noises are produced from the speakers connected to the unit because TV audio signals input to the unit via ARC are not supported by the unit, set “ARC”...

  • Page 131: Network

    ■ Standby Through Network Select whether to output videos/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when the unit is in Configures the network settings. standby mode. If this function is set to “On” or “Auto”, you can use the input selection keys (AV 1-7 and V-AUX) to select an HDMI input even when the unit is in standby mode (the standby indicator on the unit blinks).
  • Page 132 ■ Manual network settings ■ MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Set “DHCP” to “Off”. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a parameter type and press ENTER. Filter Enables/disables the MAC address filter.

  • Page 133: Bluetooth

    ■ Network Name Bluetooth Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices. Configures the Bluetooth settings. ■ Setup procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry. ■...

  • Page 134: Multi Zone

    ■ Audio Send Multi Zone Configures the Bluetooth settings when the unit is used as the Bluetooth audio transmitter. Configures the multi zone settings. Transmitter Enables/disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones (p.81).
  • Page 135 ■ Zone2 Set Audio Delay Configures the Zone2 settings. Adjusts the Zone2 audio output timing so that the audio is synchronized with the video. Setting range Volume 0 ms to 100 ms (1 ms increments) Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 output. Mono If you have connected an external amplifier with volume control to the unit, disable volume adjustments for Zone2.
  • Page 136 Extra Bass ■ HDMI OUT2 Assign Select the zone for which the HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack is used. Enables/disables Extra Bass for Zone2 output. When Extra Bass is enabled, you can enjoy enhanced bass sounds, regardless of the size of speakers. Settings Main, Zone2 Settings...

  • Page 137: Function

    Function ■ Remote PROGRAM Key Assigns the desired function to the PROGRAM keys of the remote control. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. For example, when “INPUT Selection” is selected, the PROGRAM keys will operate as the input switching keys.
  • Page 138 Wallpaper Manual Switches the output level for electronic signal transmission manually when “Trigger Mode” is Selects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV. set to “Manual”. This setting can also be used to confirm proper function of the external device Settings connected via the TRIGGER OUT jack.

  • Page 139: Eco

    ■ Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Configures the power supply settings. Settings Does not protect the settings. Protects the settings until “Off” is selected. When “Memory Guard” is set to “On”, the lock icon (o) is displayed on the menu screen. Icon ■...

  • Page 140: Language

    ■ ECO Mode Viewing information about the unit Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. (Information menu) You can reduce the unit’s power consumption by setting “ECO Mode” to “On”. After setting, be sure to press ENTER to restart the unit. You can view information about the unit using the TV screen.

  • Page 141: Types Of Information

    Types of information ■ HDMI Monitor Displays information about the TVs connected to the HDMI OUT jacks. You can check the following information in the Information menu. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to switch between “OUT1” and “OUT2”. ■ Audio Signal Interface TV interface Video Resolution...

  • Page 142: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    (When using Wireless Direct) Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) SSID The SSID of the wireless network Security Security method Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Security Key Security key IP Address IP address Set the unit to standby mode.

  • Page 143: Advanced Setup Menu Items

    ADVANCED SETUP menu items Changing the speaker impedance setting (SPEAKER IMP.) Default settings are underlined. SPEAKER¡IMP. Item Function Page 8¬MIN SPEAKER IMP. Changes the speaker impedance setting. Change the unit’s speaker impedance settings depending on the impedance of the speakers REMOTE SENSOR Turns on/off of the remote control sensor on the main unit.

  • Page 144: Selecting The Remote Control Id (Remote Id)

    Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: ID1). Switch the video signal type of the unit so that it matches to the format of your TV. When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique Settings remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 145: Selecting The Hdmi 4K Signal Format (4K Mode)

    Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) Switching the DTS format notification setting (DTS MODE) 4K MODE DTS MODE MODE 1 MODE 1 Selects the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K compatible TV and Switches the DTS format notification setting. playback device are connected to the unit.

  • Page 146: Restoring The Default Settings (Initialize)

    New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from the Yamaha website. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network. For details, refer to the information supplied with updates.

  • Page 147: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    In this case, update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.146). the front display, press MAIN ZONE z on the front panel. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. MUTE MUTE...

  • Page 148: Updating The Unit's Firmware At Power Off

    Updating the unit’s firmware at power off Read the on-screen description. To set the firmware to update at power off, use the cursor V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO keys to select “LATER” and press ENTER. TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Press z (receiver power) to turn off the unit.

  • Page 149: Appendix

    If you want to fix the volume, use “Initial Volume” in the “Setup” menu to set the volume to be When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another Yamaha applied when the receiver is turned on (p.128). You can also set the initial volume for Zone2 product or another remote control may work on the unit.

  • Page 150: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.

  • Page 151: Audio

    Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.6). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
  • Page 152 Problem Cause Remedy The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. Protection). No sound from the playback device (connected to the unit with HDMI). The number of devices connected to the HDMI OUT jack exceeds the Disconnect some of the HDMI devices.

  • Page 153: Video

    Video Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. No video.

  • Page 154: Fm/Am Radio (Am Radio Feature Is Not Available On The Australia, U.k., Europe And Russia Models)

    FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is not available for the Australia, U.K., Europe and Russia models) Problem Cause Remedy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. Set “FM Mode” in the “Option” menu to “Mono” to select monaural FM radio reception FM radio reception is weak or noisy.

  • Page 155: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the Bluetooth function (p.133). Another Bluetooth device is already connected to the unit. Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection (p.80). The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart. Move the Bluetooth device closer to the unit.

  • Page 156: Usb And Network

    USB and network Problem Cause Remedy The USB device is not connected to the USB jack securely. Turn off the unit, reconnect your USB device, and turn the unit on again. The unit does not detect the USB device. The file system of the USB device is not FAT16 or FAT32. Use a USB device with FAT16 or FAT32 format.
  • Page 157 Problem Cause Remedy There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the service may have been The selected Internet radio station is currently not available. stopped. Try the station later or select another station. Some Internet radio stations broadcast silence at certain of times of the day. Try the The selected Internet radio station is currently broadcasting silence.

  • Page 158: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Twist the bare wires of the cables firmly and connect to the unit and speakers properly. Internal Error An internal error has occurred. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. No content There are no playable files in the selected folder.

  • Page 159: Glossary

    Glossary This section explains the technical terms used in this manual. DSD (Direct Stream Digital) DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology stores audio signals on digital storage media, such as SACD (Super Audio CDs). The signals are stored at a high-frequency sampling rate (such as 2.8224 MHz and 5.6448 MHz). The highest Audio information (audio decoding format) frequency response is equal to or higher than 100 kHz, with a dynamic range of 120 dB.
  • Page 160 DTS Neo:6 WMA (Windows Media Audio) DTS Neo:6 enables 6-channel playback from 2-channel sources. There are two modes available: “Music mode” for One of the compressed digital audio formats developed by Microsoft Corporation. With psychoacoustic music sources and “Cinema mode” for movie sources. This technology provides discrete full-bandwidth matrix technologies, this compression method achieves a high compression rate.

  • Page 161: Audio Information (Others)

    Audio Information (Others) HDMI and video information Bi-amplification connection (Bi-amp) Component video signal A bi-amplification connection uses two amplifiers for a speaker. When you use the bi-amplification connection, the With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and the Pb and unit drives the tweeter and woofer in a speaker with the discrete amplifiers.

  • Page 162: Network Information

    Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the Internet hear. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the wirelessly using radio waves. Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making connections with audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own home.

  • Page 163: Supported Devices And File Formats

    Supported devices and file formats File formats For information about specifications of each file, refer to the instruction manual of your This section explains the devices and file formats supported by the unit. recording device or consult file's help. Supported devices ■...

  • Page 164: Video Signal Flow

    Video signal flow Video conversion table Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. • You can select the resolution and the aspect ratio applied to HDMI-output video processing in “Video Mode” (p.129) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 165: Multi-Zone Output

    Multi-zone output Information on HDMI Audio signals that can be output to Zone2 vary depending on how you connect the device in This section explains the functions related to HDMI and its signal compatibility. Zone 2 to the unit's output jacks. HDMI Control Using the unit’s internal amplifier...
  • Page 166 (Example) Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. HDMI Control HDMI Control Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback device Press SCENE 1 To use HDMI Control, you need to perform the following HDMI Control link setup after connecting the TV and playback devices.

  • Page 167: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    HDMI signal compatibility • If HDMI Control does not work properly, try unplugging the TV in Step 3 and plugging in the TV again in Step 4. It may solve the problem. Also, HDMI Control may not work if the number of connected devices exceeds the •...

  • Page 168: Trademarks

    Blu-ray is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association. redistribute this open-source code only. For information on Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is GPL/LGPL open source software, how to obtain it, and the under license.

  • Page 169: Specifications

    Specifications • TRIGGER OUT x 2 • Supported Audio Formats Input jacks • RS-232C x 1 – Dolby Atmos • Analog Audio – DTS:X HDMI Audio x 9 (AV 1-4, AUDIO 1-3, PHONO, VIDEO AUX) – Dolby TrueHD • Digital Audio •...
  • Page 170 Bluetooth Compatible Decoding Formats (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 Ω) Front L/R................135 W/ch • Sink Function • Decoding Format Center ................135 W/ch Source Device to AVR (ex. Smartphone/Tablet) – Dolby Atmos Surround L/R ..............135 W/ch • Source Function –...
  • Page 171 L.P.F. (Subwoofer) .............. 24 dB/oct. * The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the Video Section publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. • Video Signal Type ..........NTSC/PAL/SECAM...
  • Page 172 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2017 Yamaha Corporation Published 04/2017 AM-A0 YJ290A0/EN1...

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