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Yamaha YMS-4080 Owner's Manual

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YMS-4080
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• Read the supplied booklet "Safety Brochure" before using the unit.
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  • Page 1 Front Surround System YMS-4080 Owner's Manual • Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS NOTICE AND INFORMATION 6 Connecting to a network........20 Network functions and the MusicCast CONTROLLER app........20 Wired network connections....................21 BEFORE USING THE UNIT Wireless network connections.................... 21 Connecting with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (registering the unit as a Features................
  • Page 3 Play music stored on a media server (computer or APPENDIX NAS)................37 When any problem appears (General)......51 Playing music stored on a media server (computer or NAS)........37 Listening to Internet radio........... 38 When any problem appears (Power and system function).................

  • Page 4: Notice And Information

    NOTICE AND INFORMATION Information Indicates notes on instructions, restrictions on functions, and additional information that may be helpful. Trademarks Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
  • Page 5 ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by product failure, damage or malfunction and data loss, as well as Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is to protect the environment. under license.

  • Page 6: Before Using The Unit

    BEFORE USING THE UNIT Features Introduction This front surround system allows for the enjoyment of dynamic sound with video played on a TV. AirPlay Internet radio Playback device Streaming service (BD/DVD player) Wireless router Computer (NAS) The unit • Play audio from a TV or BD/DVD player in surround sound. •...
  • Page 7 3D surround playback Support for playback of Bluetooth devices Surround sound can be heard not only from horizontal directions, but also from varying heights when DTS Virtual:X is used. For Easily play content from a Bluetooth-compatible smartphone, tablet, details, see the following: or computer.
  • Page 8 • “Network functions and the MusicCast CONTROLLER app” (p.20) Visit the Yamaha website for more information. Bass extension The bass extension function boosts low bass levels to enjoy more powerful sound. For details, see the following: • “Enjoying enhanced bass sound (bass extension)” (p.30)

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Accessories Using the remote control Checking the accessories Preparing the remote control Make sure you have received all of the following accessories. Remove the battery’s insulating strip before attempting to use the remote control. The unit Power cord Remote control * A CR2025 Lithium Battery’s insulating strip battery has already...
  • Page 10 Replacing the battery in the remote control Press and hold the release tab firmly in the direction indicated by [A], and slowly slide the battery holder out in the direction indicated by [B]. Battery holder Release tab CR2025 Lithium battery...

  • Page 11: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Part names and functions of the front/top panel The part names and functions of the front and top panels are as follows. NOTE Indicators } / { (volume +/-) The indicators on the top panel flash or glow, The brightness of the indicators can be changed using Adjust the volume (p.26).
  • Page 12 Remote control sensors Receive infrared signals from the remote control of the unit (p.9). NOTE ▪ 2, 3, are touch sensors. Touch icons with your finger to control functions. ▪ Do not place any objects on the touch panel as doing so may result in unintended operations.
  • Page 13 Part names and functions of the rear panel The part names and functions of the rear panel are as follows. The illustrations in this manual include labels next to the jacks on the bottom of the unit for easy identification. AC IN jack HDMI IN jack SUBWOOFER OUT jack...
  • Page 14 Part names and functions of the remote control The part names and functions of the supplied remote control are as follows. z (power) button SURROUND button Turn on/off the unit. Switch to surround playback (p.29). Turned on 3D SURROUND button Switch to 3D surround playback (p.29).

  • Page 15: Preparation

    PREPARATION Installation Installing the unit on a TV stand, etc. NOTICE ▪ Do not stack the unit and a BD/DVD player or other device directly on each Position the unit with the touch panel facing up on a TV stand, etc. other.

  • Page 16: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV Connecting a TV that supports Audio What is Audio Return Channel (ARC)? In order for the unit to play audio from a TV, the TV must usually be connected to Return Channel (ARC) the unit via an audio cable as well as an HDMI cable. If, however, the TV supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), TV audio signals can be input to the unit via the Connect the TV, which supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), to the HDMI cable that outputs video signals from the unit to the TV.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Tv That Does Not Support Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    ▪ The unit supports HDCP version 2.2, a copy protection technology. For playback Connecting a TV that does not support of 4K video, connect the unit to the HDMI input jack (one compatible with HDCP Audio Return Channel (ARC) 2.2) on an HDCP 2.2-compliant TV. ▪...

  • Page 18: Connecting Playback Devices

    Connecting playback devices HDMI connection with a playback device Analog connection with a playback device Connect a playback device such as a BD/DVD player to the unit with an HDMI cable (sold separately). Use the HDMI cable to best Connect a playback device, such as a game console or a TV that connect a playback device equipped with the HDMI output jack.

  • Page 19: Connecting An External Subwoofer

    To an AC wall outlet The unit (rear) Subwoofer quipped with The unit (rear) built-in amplifier NOTE A wired connection is not necessary when a Yamaha network subwoofer is used. For details, see the following: ▪ “Using wireless speakers” (p.45)

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Network

    ▪ Some security software installed on your computer, or network device settings Connecting to a network (such as a firewall), may block the unit’s access to your computer or Internet radio stations. Should this occur, change security software and/or network device settings.

  • Page 21: Wired Network Connections

    Wired network connections Wireless network connections To use a wired network connection, connect the unit to a router via Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) to use a an STP network cable (category 5 or higher straight cable; sold network.

  • Page 22: Connecting With The Musiccast Controller App

    Connecting with the MusicCast Tap “Setup”. CONTROLLER app (registering the unit as a MusicCast-enabled device) Install the MusicCast CONTROLLER app on your mobile device to connect the unit to a network and register it as a MusicCast- enabled device. NOTE ▪...
  • Page 23 Touch and hold z/CONNECT until the * indicator Follow the on-screen instructions to configure on the unit starts flashing. network settings. NOTE When a screen like that below is displayed, follow the on-screen instructions to configure network settings. Flashes 1. Use the Home button on your mobile device to return to the Home screen.
  • Page 24 ▪ Name and photo of the room where the unit is installed itself. Refer to documentation supplied with the router for details. The location name, and the name and photo of the room where the unit is installed can be changed later. YMS-4080 Password for ABCD_1234 ABCD_1234 ABCD_1234...
  • Page 25 NOTE If a different MusicCast-enabled device is already registered with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app, tap ~ (Settings) in the room selection screen, and then select “Add New Device” to add the unit to the app.

  • Page 26: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic operations Basic procedure for playback Use the input buttons to select an input source to be played back. Basic procedure for playing back music is as follows. HDMI: Sound from a device connected to the HDMI IN jack TV: TV audio ANALOG: Sound from a device connected to the Input buttons...
  • Page 27 Press VOLUME (+/-) to adjust the volume. Adjust sound settings to suit individual preferences. NOTE ▪ For details on adjusting sound settings, see the following: Volume down (-) Volume up (+) – “Playback with 3D surround sound” (p.29) – “Playback with surround sound” (p.29) When audio is output from both TV speaker and the unit, –...
  • Page 28 ▪ To mute the sound, press MUTE. Press MUTE again to unmute. Flash (on mute) ▪ When sound input to the HDMI IN jack is output from the TV, the volume level does not change even if you press VOLUME (+/-) or MUTE. ▪...

  • Page 29: Enjoying Your Favorite Sound

    Enjoying your favorite sound Playback with 3D surround sound Playback with surround sound Press 3D SURROUND to switch to 3D surround playback according Press SURROUND to switch to surround playback according to the to the input source or your individual preference. input source or your individual preference.

  • Page 30: Playback Of Human Voices Clearly (Clear Voice)

    Playback of human voices clearly (clear Enjoying enhanced bass sound (bass voice) extension) Press CLEAR VOICE to turn on the clear voice function. Human Press BASS EXTENSION to turn on the bass extension function. You voices such as lines in movies and TV shows, or news and sport can enjoy enhanced bass sound and more powerful sound.

  • Page 31: Use Of A Bluetooth® Device

    Use of a Bluetooth® device Listening to music stored on a Bluetooth® Press BLUETOOTH to select “Bluetooth” as the device input source. The BLUETOOTH/NET indicator on the unit glows. Music files stored on a Bluetooth device, such as a smartphone, smart speaker, or digital music player, can be played on the unit over a wireless connection.
  • Page 32 The unit will begin playing audio from the Bluetooth enable device, the room name specified for the unit is device. displayed in the list. Otherwise, “YMS-4080 XXXXX Bluetooth” is displayed. If a passkey (PIN) is required, enter the number “0000”.

  • Page 33: Useful Features For Playback

    Useful features for playback Using a TV’s remote control to operate Turn on/off Both the TV and the unit turn on/off at the same time. the unit (HDMI control) Switch input sources The HDMI control function coordinates TV and unit operation so that The unit's input source switches accordingly when the TV’s input source is switched.

  • Page 34: Showing Audio Information And Function Settings

    Showing audio information and function Show the type of audio signal. HDMI glows (white): Dolby Digital settings HDMI glows (red): DTS TV glows (white): AAC The type of audio signal being played, as well as settings for HDMI and TV off: PCM/analog input/no input functions such as the bass extension function can be confirmed by the status of indicators.

  • Page 35: Registering Favorites With The Unit

    Play favorite input sources Registering favorites with the unit Press FAVORITE 1, 2, or 3 to which the desired Use the FAVORITE button to register input sources played over a Internet radio station has been assigned. network (Internet radio stations, music files stored on a media server, etc.) as favorites.

  • Page 36: Play Music With Airplay

    Play music with AirPlay Playing iTunes/iOS device music with Click or tap the AirPlay icon in iTunes or on the AirPlay iOS device, and select the unit (network name of the unit) as the audio output device. Music files in iTunes, or stored on an iOS device such as an iPhone, iOS 10 (example) iTunes (example) can be played on the unit using the AirPlay function via a network.

  • Page 37: Play Music Stored On A Media Server (Computer Or Nas)

    Play music stored on a media server (computer or NAS) Playing music stored on a media server Follow the on-screen instructions to select a song. (computer or NAS) NOTE When a music file is registered with No. 1, 2, or 3 in “Favorites” with the MusicCast Music files stored on a media server can be played on the unit.

  • Page 38: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio Selecting an Internet radio station Bookmark an Internet station Select an Internet radio station and start playback. Bookmark an Internet station being played. NOTE NOTE ▪ Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on a mobile device to select an Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on a mobile device to select an Internet station.
  • Page 39 Tuning into registered Internet radio stations Tap “Radio”, and then tap “Favorites” to select the desired Internet radio station.

  • Page 40: Listening To Streaming Services

    For details, see the following: – “Connecting with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (registering the unit as a MusicCast-enabled device)” (p.22) ▪ For details on music streaming services, see the supplements for streaming services. Access the Yamaha Downloads site to download the supplement. https://download.yamaha.com/...

  • Page 41: Play Music Stored On Mobile Devices

    Play music stored on mobile devices Playing songs stored on your mobile Select a song from “Playlists”, “Artists”, etc. device Play songs stored on your mobile device over a network. Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on your mobile device to play songs. Mobile device Router (wired or wireless)

  • Page 42: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions Changing the brightness of the indicators Press and hold HDMI at least three seconds. (DIMMER) Change the brightness of the indicators on the unit. Each time DIMMER is pressed, the brightness of the indicators The HDMI control function is enabled or disabled, and changes as follows.

  • Page 43: Configuring Hdmi Audio Output

    Configuring HDMI audio output Press and hold SURROUND at least three seconds. Select the device from which audio input via the unit’s HDMI IN jack will be played when the HDMI control function is disabled. HDMI audio is output from this unit by default. Settings HDMI audio output switches between the unit and the The unit (default)

  • Page 44: Setting The Auto Power Standby Function

    Setting the auto power standby function Enabling/disabling touch panel control (child lock function) Enabling the auto power standby function prevents the unit from remaining on when not in use. When the auto power standby Disable touch panel control to prevent children from accidentally function is enabled, the unit automatically turns off in any of the operating the unit.

  • Page 45: Using Wireless Speakers

    Settings”, and then specify the devices to be used as Surround function and serve as “Pairing Devices” the unit’s speakers. • A Yamaha network subwoofer such as the MusicCast SUB 100 NOTE ▪ This function will be made available through a future firmware update. For details, refer to the website for this product.

  • Page 46: Enabling/Disabling A Wireless (Wi-Fi) Connection

    Enabling/disabling a wireless (Wi-Fi) Touch and hold } and touch z/CONNECT on the connection unit. Enable or disable a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection. This function is enabled by default. Turn off the unit. The network standby function is enabled or disabled, and the unit turns on.

  • Page 47: Enabling/Disabling The Bluetooth Function

    Should this occur, try again at a later time. ▪ For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. When a new firmware is released, the “Update new firmware now?”...

  • Page 48: Initializing The Unit

    Initializing the unit Tap “Yes”. Reset the settings of the unit to the factory presets. The firmware update will begin. A progress bar indicating update progress will be displayed by the app while firmware is updated. Turn off the unit. NOTE Touch and hold | and z/CONNECT on the unit If “Later”...

  • Page 49: Setting The Dynamic Range Compression

    Setting the dynamic range compression Display Wi-Fi settings on the iOS device and select the unit from “SETUP A NEW AIRPLAY Select the dynamic range compression level. SPEAKER...”. This function is set to “No compression” by default. Turn off the unit. Use the remote control to select the desired compression level.
  • Page 50 The indicators show the compression level applied for several seconds. Compression Indicators level Compression (maximum) Glows (red) Compression (standard) Glows (white) No compression Glow (white)

  • Page 51: Appendix

    If the power still turns off frequently, unplug the contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. power cord from the AC wall outlet and contact the nearest...
  • Page 52 Unplug the power cord from the AC wall outlet and plug it the power cord from the AC wall outlet and contact the nearest again. authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. The unit turns on by itself No operations can be performed from the l Another Bluetooth device is being operated nearby.
  • Page 53 When the unit is turned off, video and/or The unit cannot be operated using the audio from a playback device are not TV’s remote control output to the TV l The HDMI control function is incorrect. Confirm the settings are properly configured as follows. l The HDMI control function is disabled.

  • Page 54: When Any Problem Appears (Audio)

    l The HDMI control function is disabled. When any problem appears (Audio) When connecting a TV that supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) to the unit using an HDMI cable only, enable the HDMI control function. No sound To output audio signals from the unit with the HDMI control function disabled, connect the TV’s audio output jack to the l Another input source is selected.
  • Page 55 The volume decreases when the unit is Noise is heard turned on l The unit is too close to another digital or high-frequency device. l The automatic volume adjustment function is activated. Move those devices away from the unit. To prevent excessive loudness, the unit automatically controls its volume within a certain level when the unit is turned on.

  • Page 56: When Any Problem Appears (Bluetooth®)

    No sound can be heard, or the sound cuts When any problem appears off intermittently from a Bluetooth® (Bluetooth®) device The unit cannot be connected to a l The volume on the Bluetooth device may be too low. Bluetooth® device Raise the volume on the Bluetooth device.

  • Page 57: When Any Problem Appears (Network Trouble)

    Wireless network is not found When any problem appears (Network trouble) l Microwave ovens or other wireless devices might disturb the wireless communication. Turn off these devices or move them farther away from the unit The network feature does not function and wireless router.
  • Page 58 The files in the media server (computer/ The iOS device does not recognize the NAS) cannot be viewed or played back unit when using AirPlay l The files are not supported by the unit or the media server. l The unit is connected to a multiple SSID router. Use the file format supported by both the unit and the media Access to the unit might be restricted by the network separation server.

  • Page 59: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Digital (optical) 1 (TV) Analog (3.5 mm stereo mini) 1 (ANALOG) Amplifier section Output jacks Maximum rated output power • Front L/R 50 W × 2ch HDMI 1 (HDMI OUT (ARC)) Speaker section Other jacks Front L/R 1 (UPDATE ONLY) Acoustic suspension type •...
  • Page 60 [U.K. and Europe models] [U.K. and Europe models] • Radio frequency 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz • Radio frequency • Maximum output power (EIRP) 6.5 dBm (4.5 mW) 2.4 GHz band 2402 MHz to 2482 MHz (20 MHz) 5 GHz band 5170 MHz to 5250 MHz (20 MHz) Network 5250 MHz to 5330 MHz (20 MHz)
  • Page 61 NOTE ▪ The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. ▪ With an advanced energy saving design, this product achieves a low power...

  • Page 62: Supported Hdmi Audio And Video Formats

    ▪ The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing The unit is compatible with the following video signals. date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the • Deep Color manual file.

  • Page 63: Supported Digital Audio Formats

    The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing • Digital Rights Management (DRM) contents cannot be played date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the back. manual file.

  • Page 64: Information For Qualified Contractors Or Dealers

    ▪ Do not lean on the unit or apply excessive force to the top of the unit. Doing so may cause the unit to fall. marked on the wall. ▪ Check that the unit is fixed securely after the installation. Yamaha will bear no 457 mm responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations.
  • Page 65 Hang the unit on the screws. Mounting holes on the rear of the unit...
  • Page 66 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2018 Yamaha Corporation Published 07/2018 NVOD-A0 AV17-0312 10-1 Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, 430-8650 Japan...

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