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Read the supplied booklet "Safety Brochure" before using the unit.
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver Owner's Manual Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE UNIT 4 Connecting the radio antennas............25 FM/AM antennas (RX-V481)............................... 25 Accessories....................5 DAB/FM antenna (RX-V481D)............................25 5 Preparing for connecting to a network........... 26 How to use this manual................5 Connecting a network cable............................. 26 Remote control..................
  • Page 3 Playing back digitally compressed formats (such as MP3, etc.) with enriched sound (Compressed Operating the Zone B................................79 Music Enhancer)..................................49 Useful functions..................81 Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-V481)............. 50 Registering favorite items (shortcut)..........................81 Setting the frequency steps............................... 50 Configuring playback settings for different playback sources Selecting a frequency for reception..........................
  • Page 4 First, check the following:..............................112 Power, system and remote control..........................112 Audio....................................... 113 Video......................................115 FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is available only on RX-V481)................116 DAB radio (RX-V481D)............................... 116 USB and network................................. 117 Bluetooth®..................................... 118 Error indications on the front display..........119 Glossary....................

  • Page 5: Before Using The Unit

    30° 30° How to use this manual • The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the RX-V481 (U.S.A. model), unless otherwise specified. • Some features are not available in certain regions. • Due to product improvements, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit The unit is equipped with full of useful functions. Change the input source and Wide variety of supported favorite settings with one touch content via network Supports 2- to 5.1-channel (SCENE) speaker system When the unit is connected to a network by establishing a wired or wireless connection, you can The SCENE function allows you to select the input...
  • Page 7 40 favorite radio stations as presets. 3D)” (p.46) You can play back music stored on a USB storage • “Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-V481)” (p.50) device. • “Playing back music stored on a USB storage device” (p.68)
  • Page 8 Auto Rename function – TV/source devices connection • Blu-ray player fundamental control 2) Setup support guide • Seamless control between the Yamaha AV Receiver – Automatic network setup of HDMI, power amp The unit automatically creates input source names and Blu-ray player according to the HDMI-compatible devices connected, assign, etc.

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    Select the registered input source and sound program with one touch. Also, turns on the unit when it is in standby Standby indicator FM and AM keys (RX-V481) or FM and DAB keys (RX- mode (p.44). V481D) Lights up when the unit is in standby mode under any of PROGRAM keys Switch between FM and AM (p.50) or FM and DAB...

  • Page 10: Front Display (Indicators)

    TUNED A Front speaker (L) Lights up when the unit is receiving an FM/AM radio station S Front speaker (R) (RX-V481) or FM radio station (RX-V481D) signal. D Center speaker Bluetooth indicator F Surround speaker (L) Light up while the unit is connecting to a Bluetooth device.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (RX-V481 U.S.A. model) AV jacks ▪ The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white AUDIO jacks on the actual product to prevent improper connections. For connecting to video/audio playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.22).

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    You can select directly each input source by pressing the VOLUME keys SETUP OPTION following keys. Adjust the volume. FM/AM or FM/AM radio (RX-V481) or FM/DAB radio ENTER MUTE key FM/DAB (RX-V481D) Mutes the audio output. USB jack (on the front panel)

  • Page 13: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers..........................(p.14) Connecting speakers........................(p.18) Connecting a TV/playback devices....................(p.20) Connecting the radio antennas....................... (p.25) Preparing for connecting to a network................... (p.26) Connecting the power cable......................(p.27) Selecting an on-screen menu language..................(p.28) Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO)..............(p.29) Connecting to a network wirelessly....................

  • Page 14: Placing Speakers

    Placing speakers Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples. Notice ▪ (U.S.A. and Canada models only) Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the unit’s speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. For details, see “Setting the speaker impedance” (p.17). ▪...

  • Page 15: Typical Speaker Layouts

    Typical speaker layouts 5.1-channel system 5.1-channel system (Virtual CINEMA FRONT) We recommend this speaker layout which can maximize the performance of the unit. We recommend this speaker layout when the speakers can't be placed in back of the room. 10° to 30° 10°...

  • Page 16: Other Speaker Layouts

    Other speaker layouts The following speaker layouts are also available. 3.1-channel system 2.1-channel system Note Note In addition to this speaker layout, you can use bi-amp connections or the Zone B function that allows you to In addition to this speaker layout, you can use bi-amp connections or the Zone B function that allows you to play back an input source in another room (Zone B).

  • Page 17: Setting The Speaker Impedance

    Setting the speaker impedance (U.S.A. and Canada models only) Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet. While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press z (power).

  • Page 18: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for a 5.1-channel system as an example. For other systems, connect speakers while referring to the connection diagram for the 5.1-channel system. Notice ▪...

  • Page 19: Connecting Speaker Cables

    Connecting speaker cables Connecting the subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of the Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. unit and the speaker, and the other is for the positive (+) terminal. If the wires are colored to prevent confusion, connect the black wire to the negative and the other wire Audio pin cable to the positive terminal.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Tv/Playback Devices

    Connecting a TV/playback devices The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks Video jacks AUDIO jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on VIDEO jacks (Stereo L/R jacks) how to connect a Bluetooth device or a USB storage device, see the following pages.

  • Page 21: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV Composite video connection When connecting any video device with a video pin cable, connect the TV to the Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. You MONITOR OUT (VIDEO) jack.

  • Page 22: Connecting Video Devices (Such As Bd/Dvd Players)

    Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital Connect video devices such as BD/DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and game coaxial or stereo pin cable). Choose a set of input jacks (on the unit) depending on the consoles to the unit.
  • Page 23 Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks Press OPTION. If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your video device, change its combination according to the output jacks of your device. ZONE A ZONE B SLEEP S C E N E MUTE...

  • Page 24: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) Connecting to the jack on the front panel Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending on Use the AUX jack on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as portable the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following audio players to the unit.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    Connecting the radio antennas FM/AM antennas (RX-V481) DAB/FM antenna (RX-V481D) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface.

  • Page 26: Preparing For Connecting To A Network

    Preparing for connecting to a network Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the Note wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. ▪ If you are using a router that supports DHCP, you do not need to configure any network settings for the unit, as the network parameters (such as the IP address) will be assigned automatically to it.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Power Cable

    Connecting the power cable Warning (Taiwan, Brazil and General models only) Make sure you set VOLTAGE SELECTOR of the unit BEFORE plugging the power cable into an AC wall outlet. Improper setting of VOLTAGE SELECTOR may cause damage to the unit and create a potential fire hazard.

  • Page 28: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    Selecting an on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. Note The information on the front display is provided in English only. Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to display video from the unit (HDMI OUT jack).

  • Page 29: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position and connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then connect it to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel.
  • Page 30 To start the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Start” Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. and press ENTER. Auto Setup The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to start the Start measurement immediately.

  • Page 31: Error Messages

    The YPAO microphone this error occurs repeatedly, contact the cannot detect test tones. Front display (E-8:NO SIGNAL) nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. Procedure to handle errors E-9:User Cancel The measurement has been Retry or exit YPAO as necessary.

  • Page 32: Warning Messages

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

  • Page 33: Connecting To A Network Wirelessly

    Connecting to a network wirelessly Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing Connecting without a wireless router (access point) a wireless connection. Connect a mobile device to the unit directly. Note You can use the application for smartphone / tablet “AV CONTROLLER” (p.8) to When you connect the unit to a router with a network cable, you need not do this procedure.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Wireless(Wi-Fi)” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. Select a connection method according to your environment. Network Connection Connection <Wireless(Wi-Fi)>...
  • Page 35 Using the WPS button configuration Select the network (access point) of which you want to share the settings with the unit. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button. Tap here to start setup Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.
  • Page 36 Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired connection method and press ENTER. If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS button configuration method, follow the procedure below to configure the wireless network settings. Wireless(Wi-Fi) Select a setup method.
  • Page 37 Searching for an access point Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Connect” and press ENTER to start the connection process. If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the unit starts searching for access points. After a while, the list of available access points When the connection process finishes, “Completed”...
  • Page 38 Setting up the wireless connection manually Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Security Key” and press ENTER. If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the wireless connection setting screen appears on the TV. Note You need to setup the SSID (network name), encryption method and security key If you select “None”...

  • Page 39: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    Connecting a mobile device to the unit directly Using the WPS PIN code (Wireless Direct) If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of available access points appears on the TV screen. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit directly. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired access point Note and press ENTER.
  • Page 40 Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Security” and the cursor Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Save” and press ENTER to keys (e/r) to select the encryption method. save the setting. Choices This completes the settings and “Completed” appears on the TV screen. None, WPA2-PSK(AES) Next, configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device.

  • Page 41: Setting The Musiccast

    Setting the MusicCast MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to Operate the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” application following the share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy music from your smartphone, PC, NAS drive and music streaming service anywhere in your on screen instructions, then hold down CONNECT on the front house with one easy-to-use application.

  • Page 42: Playback

    Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) For details on the following operations, see the corresponding pages. connected to the unit. ▪ “Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-V481)” (p.50) ▪ “Listening to DAB radio (RX-V481D)” (p.55) Use the input selection keys to select an input source.

  • Page 43: Switching Information On The Front Display

    Switching information on the front display Currently input source Item HDMI Input (input source name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Press INFO repeatedly to select between the various display Decoder (decoder name*) items. AUDIO Bluetooth CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE VOL.

  • Page 44: 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, Registering a scene Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, and target zones with just one touch. Selecting a registered scene Perform the following operations to prepare the settings you want to assign to a scene.

  • Page 45: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that I want to enjoy enhanced bass sounds. allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound • Enable Extra Bass by pressing BASS (p.49). field effect or stereo playback).

  • Page 46: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp 3D)

    You’ll never get tired listening The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original for long periods.

  • Page 47: Virtual Cinema Dsp

    Sound programs suitable for music (MUSIC) Sound programs suitable for stereo playback (STEREO) The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. You can select stereo playback. This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 Use this program to mix down multichannel sources to 2 channels. When seats that uses stylish wood for the interior finishing.

  • Page 48: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder) You can play back input sources without any sound field effect processing. The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel playback from 2-channel sources. When a multichannel source is input, it works the same way as the straight Playing back in original channels (straight decode) decode mode.

  • Page 49: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Direct Playback)

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

  • Page 50: Listening To Fm/Am Radio (Rx-V481)

    Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-V481) You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from Press STRAIGHT to select “FM100/AM10”. registered radio stations. Note Press z (power) to set the unit to standby mode and turn it on ▪...

  • Page 51: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite radio stations (presets) Press TUNING repeatedly to set a frequency. You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, Hold down the key for about a second to search stations automatically. you can easily tune into them by selecting their preset numbers. ZONE A ZONE B SLEEP...
  • Page 52 Registering a radio station manually To start the Auto Preset process, press ENTER. Select a radio station manually and register it to a preset number. “SEARCH” appears during Auto Preset Follow “Selecting a frequency for reception” (p.50) to tune into CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP...

  • Page 53: Selecting A Preset Station

    Selecting a preset station Clearing preset stations Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. Press FM/AM to select “TUNER” as the input source. Press FM/AM to select “TUNER” as the input source. Press PRESET repeatedly to select the desired radio station.

  • Page 54: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning Receiving traffic information automatically When “TUNER” is selected as the input source, the unit automatically receives traffic (U.K. and Europe models only) information. To enable this function, follow the procedure below to set the traffic Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many information station.

  • Page 55: Listening To Dab Radio (Rx-V481D)

    Listening to DAB radio (RX-V481D) DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and more Preparing the DAB tuning stable reception compared to analog signals. The unit can also receive DAB+ (an upgraded version of DAB) that allows for more stations using MPEG-4 audio codec Before tuning into DAB radio stations, follow the procedure below to perform an initial (AAC+), which has a more efficient transmission method.

  • Page 56: Selecting A Dab Radio Station For Reception

    Note Selecting a DAB radio station for reception ▪ “Off Air” appears when the selected DAB radio station is currently not available. ▪ When the unit is receiving a secondary station, “2” appears next to “DAB”. You can select a DAB radio station from the stations stored by the initial scan. Secondary station Press FM/DAB to select the DAB band.

  • Page 57: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite DAB radio stations (presets) CHARGE ENHANCER SLEEP MUTE VOL. 01:BBC Radio 4 ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets. Once you have registered Preset number stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their preset numbers. Note Note You can register up to 40 favorite radio stations each for DAB and FM bands.

  • Page 58: Displaying The Dab Information

    Displaying the DAB information Clearing preset DAB radio stations Clear DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. Press FM/DAB to select “TUNER” as the input source. Tune into the desired DAB radio station.

  • Page 59: Checking Reception Strength Of Each Dab Channel Label

    Checking reception strength of Frequency Channel label DAB frequency information 232.496 MHz each DAB channel label The unit supports Band III (174 to 240 MHz) only. 234.208 MHz 235.776 MHz Frequency Channel label You can check reception strength of each DAB channel 237.488 MHz 174.928 MHz label (0 [none] to 100 [best]).

  • Page 60: Listening To Fm Radio (Rx-V481D)

    Listening to FM radio (RX-V481D) You can tune into an FM radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from Note registered radio stations. ▪ You can switch between “Stereo” (stereo) and “Mono” (monaural) for FM radio reception from “FM Mode” (p.83) in the “Option” menu. When the signal reception for an FM radio station is Selecting a frequency for reception unstable, switching to monaural may improve it.
  • Page 61 Registering an FM radio station manually To start the Auto Preset process, press ENTER. Select an FM radio station manually and register it to a preset number. “SEARCH” appears during Auto Preset Follow “Selecting a frequency for reception” (p.50) to tune into CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP...
  • Page 62 Selecting a preset FM radio station Clearing preset FM radio stations Tune into a registered FM radio station by selecting its preset number. Clear FM radio stations registered to the preset numbers. Press FM/DAB to select “TUNER” as the input source. Press FM/DAB to select “TUNER”...

  • Page 63: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning (U.K. and Europe models only) Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. The unit can receive various types of Radio Data System data, such as “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text” and “Clock Time”, when it is tuned into a Radio Data System broadcasting station.

  • Page 64: Playing Back Music Stored On A Bluetooth® Device

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

  • Page 65: Enjoying Audio Using Bluetooth® Speakers/Headphones

    Enjoying audio using Bluetooth® speakers/ headphones Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection between Bluetooth speakers/headphones and the unit. Use the input selection keys on the remote control to select an input source. Select an input source other than Bluetooth. Press SETUP.

  • Page 66: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes or iPhone/iPad/iPod touch music Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit via network. Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. iTunes Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 67 Note Playback screen ▪ The playback screen is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. ▪ You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by setting “Network AirPlay Standby” (p.103) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. ▪...

  • Page 68: 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 Note Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device contents and start For details on playable USB devices, see “Supported devices and file formats”...
  • Page 69 Browse screen Playback screen USB - Top Blues Artist Classical Electronica Album Jazz Song Rock Soundtrack 2 : 30 Speaking 1/9999 List name Status indicators Display the current repeat/shuffle settings (p.70) and playback status (such as Contents list play/pause). Displays the list of USB storage device contents. Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER to confirm the selection.
  • Page 70 Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for playback of USB storage device contents. When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Repeat” (Repeat) or “Shuffle” (Shuffle) and press ENTER. Note ▪...

  • Page 71: 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. For Windows Media Player 11 Note ▪ To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router (p.26). You can check Start Windows Media Player 11 on your PC.

  • Page 72: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents Browse screen Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback. SERVER - Top You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV screen. Blues Classical Note Electronica Jazz ▪...
  • Page 73 Playback screen Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for the playback of PC music content. SERVER When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. Artist Album Use the cursor keys to select “Repeat” (Repeat) or “Shuffle” Song (Shuffle) and press ENTER.

  • Page 74: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Browse screen Note ▪ Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. If not, carry NET RADIO - Top out operations while viewing the front display.
  • Page 75 Playback screen NET RADIO Station Album Song 2 : 30 Playback indicator Playback information Displays the station name, album name, song title, and elapsed time. Note ▪ Use the external device operation key (s) to stop playback. ▪ Some information may not be available depending on the station.

  • Page 76: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) You can register your favorite Internet radio stations to the “Bookmarks” folder. Access the vTuner website (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID. Registering the station with the Option menu You can switch the language.

  • Page 77: Playing Back More High-Quality Sounds With Bi-Amp Connections

    Playing back more high-quality sounds with bi-amp connections Using the four internal amplifiers for front speakers allows you to have more high- The unit (rear) quality sounds. For example, you can use 2-way bi-amplified speakers with a woofer and tweeter for front speakers.

  • Page 78: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms

    Playing back music in multiple rooms The Zone A/B function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the Connecting Zone B speakers unit is installed (Zone A) and in another room (Zone B). For example, you can turn on Zone A (turn off Zone B) when you are in the living room, Connect the device that will be used in Zone B to the unit.

  • Page 79: Operating The Zone B

    Operating the Zone B Use the input selection keys to select an input source. Basic playback procedure ZONE A ZONE B SLEEP S C E N E RADIO PROGRAM PROGRAM STRAIGHT DIRECT ENHANCER BASS PROGRAM Slide the Zone switch to “ZONE B”. FM/AM INPUT VOLUME...
  • Page 80 Correcting volume difference between Zone A and Adjusting the volume for Zone B separately Zone B You can separately adjust the volume for Zone B using the remote control when “ZoneB Volume” (p.97) in the “Setup” menu is set to “Async.”. If you are bothered by volume difference between Zone A/B, follow the procedure below to adjust the volume for Zone B.

  • Page 81: Useful Functions

    Useful functions Registering favorite items (shortcut) Registering an item Select a desired item and register it to a shortcut number. You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents as shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut numbers. Play back a song or a radio station to be registered.
  • Page 82 Note Recalling a registered item ▪ “No Presets” appears when no items are registered. Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number. ▪ The registered item cannot be recalled in the following cases. – A USB storage device which contains the registered item is not connected to this unit. Press BLUETOOTH, NET or USB.

  • Page 83: 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 Option menu items menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Note ▪...
  • Page 84 Item Function Page Tone Control (Tone Control) Automatically registers FM radio stations with strong p.51, Auto Preset Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) signals as presets. p.60 individually. Preset (Preset) p.53, Clear radio stations registered to preset numbers. p.58, Clear Preset Choices...
  • Page 85 Enhancer (Enhancer) Lipsync (Lipsync) Enables/disables the adjustment configured in “Lipsync” (p.96) in the “Setup” menu. Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.49). Note Note This setting is applied separately to each input source. ▪ This setting is applied separately to each input source. ▪...
  • Page 86 Audio In (Audio In) Combines the video jack of the selected input source with an audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. • Connecting a playback device that supports HDMI video output, but not HDMI audio output Input sources HDMI 1-4, AV 1-4...

  • Page 87: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup Menu) You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV To exit from the menu, press SETUP. screen. Note ▪ Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. If not, carry out operations while viewing the front display.

  • Page 88: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. p.90 Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. p.90 Subwoofer Front Selects the size of the front speakers. p.90 Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. p.90 Configuration Surround...
  • Page 89 Menu Item Function Page CINEMA DSP 3D Mode Enables/disables CINEMA DSP 3D. p.95 Panorama Enables/disables the broadening effect of the front sound field. p.95 DSP Parameter Center Width Adjusts the broadening effect of the center sound field. p.95 Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. p.95 Dimension Center Image...

  • Page 90: Speaker

    Speaker Configures the speaker settings manually. Front Note Selects the size of the front speakers. Default settings are underlined. Settings Configuration Select this option for small speakers. Small The subwoofer will produce front channel low-frequency components Configures the output characteristics of the speakers. (configurable in “Crossover”).
  • Page 91 Surround Extra Bass Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their sizes. Enables/disables Extra Bass. When Extra Bass is enabled, you can enjoy enhanced bass sounds, regardless of the size of the front speakers and the Settings presence or absence of the subwoofer. Select this option for small speakers.

  • Page 92: Test Tone

    Manual equalizer adjustment Level Adjusts the volume of each speaker. Set “EQ Select” to “GEQ”. Choices Front L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Subwoofer Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Channel” and the cursor keys (e/r) to select the desired speaker channel. Setting range -10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired band...

  • Page 93: Hdmi

    HDMI Configures the HDMI settings. HDMI OUT (TV) Note Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT jack. Default settings are underlined. Settings HDMI Control Disables the audio output from the TV. Enables the audio output from the TV. Enables/disables HDMI Control (p.124).
  • Page 94 Standby Sync SCENE Select whether to use HDMI control to link the standby behavior of the TV and the unit Enables/disable SCENE link playback when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. When SCENE link playback is enabled, HDMI Control-compatible devices connected to the unit via HDMI automatically works as follows, with a scene selection.

  • Page 95: Sound

    Sound Configures the audio output settings. Dimension Note Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. Higher Default settings are underlined. to strengthen the front sound field and lower to strengthen the surround sound field. This setting is effective when “bPLII Music” is selected. DSP Parameter Setting range Configures the surround decoder settings.
  • Page 96 Lipsync Dialogue Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds. Note Dialogue Level You can enable/disable the Lipsync function by input sources in “Lipsync (Lipsync)” (p.85) in the “Option” menu. Adjusts the volume of the center orientation sounds such as dialogue. Setting range Select 0 to 3 (higher to strengthen)

  • Page 97: Initial Volume

    Max Volume Sets the limit value of the volume. Setting range -30.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [50.0 to 95.0 (5.0 increments), 97.0] Initial Volume Sets the initial volume when the receiver is turned on. Settings Sets the level to the volume level of the unit when it last entered standby mode.

  • Page 98: Eco

    Configures the power supply settings. Note Default settings are underlined. Auto Power Standby Set the amount of time for the auto-standby function. Settings Does not set the unit to standby mode automatically. Sets the unit to standby mode when you have not operated the unit and 20 minutes the unit has not detected any input signal for the specified time.

  • Page 99: Function

    Function Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. Procedure to rename manually Note Default settings are underlined. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an input source to be renamed. Input Rename Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Manual” and press Changes the input source name displayed on the front display.

  • Page 100: Memory Guard

    Input Skip Dimmer Set which input source is skipped when operating the INPUT key. Adjusts the brightness of the front display. You can select the desired input source quickly by using this function. Setting range Input sources -4 to 0 (higher to brighten) HDMI 1-4, AUDIO 1-2, AV 1-4, TUNER, USB, NET, Bluetooth, AUX Note The front display may become dark when “ECO Mode”...
  • Page 101 Remote Color Key Set the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE key of the remote control. Settings Assigns the functions of playback devices connected to the unit with an Default HDMI cable. Assigns the unit's input sources to each key. The assigned input sources can be set separately.

  • Page 102: Network

    Network Configures the network settings. IP Address Note Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Default settings are underlined. DHCP Information Select whether to use a DHCP server. Displays the network information on the unit. Settings Status The connection status of the NETWORK jack Does not use a DHCP server.

  • Page 103: Mac Address Filter

    MAC Address Filter DMC Control Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Selects whether to allow DLNA-compatible Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control playback. Note Settings Operation of the AirPlay function (p.66) or the DMC is not limited by this setting. Disable Does not allow DMCs to control playback.

  • Page 104: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Network Name Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the Bluetooth settings. devices. Bluetooth Procedure Enables/disables the Bluetooth function (p.64). Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Settings Disables the Bluetooth function. Use the cursor keys and ENTER key to edit the name, and then Enables the Bluetooth function.

  • Page 105: Language

    Language Audio Send Configures the Bluetooth settings when the unit is used as the Bluetooth audio Select an on-screen menu language. transmitter. Note Transmitter Default settings are underlined. Settings Enables/disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit using English English Bluetooth speakers/headphones (p.65).

  • Page 106: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. ADVANCED SETUP menu items Set the unit to standby mode. Note Default settings are underlined. While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press Item Function Page...

  • Page 107: Selecting The Remote Control Id (Remote Id)

    Switch the video signal type of HDMI output so that it matches to the format of your TV. ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with Since the unit automatically selects the video signal type so that it matches to the TV, it a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 108: Restoring The Default Settings (Init)

    Restoring the default settings (INIT) Checking the firmware version (VERSION) CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE VOL. VOL. INIT••••CANCEL ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL VERSION••xx.xx ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL Restores the default settings for the unit. Check the version of firmware currently installed on the unit. Choices Note ▪...

  • Page 109: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    <English> update from the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu (p.108). You can switch the language. ▪ For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. Note Read the on-screen description and press ENTER. You can also update the firmware using the USB memory device from the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu (p.108).

  • Page 110: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another I want to fix the volume when turning on the unit... Yamaha product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, By default, the volume level when the unit last entered standby mode is automatically register different remote control IDs for the devices that you want to control with each applied.
  • Page 111 I want to hear audio from the TV speakers... Use “Audio Output” in the “Setup” menu to select the output destination of signals input into the unit (p.93). Your TV speakers may be selected as an output destination. I want to change the on-screen menu language... Use “Language”...

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    If the unit is in this condition, the standby indicator The power does not turn on. nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. on the unit blinks when you try to turn on the power. The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 15 seconds to reboot the The power does not turn off.

  • Page 113: Audio

    Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.5). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or The unit cannot be controlled using the remote Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
  • Page 114 Problem Cause Remedy The playback source does not contain Low Frequency Effect (LFE) To check it, set “Extra Bass” in the “Setup” menu to “On”, in order to output the or low-frequency signals. front channel low-frequency components from the subwoofer (p.91). Subwoofer output is disabled.

  • Page 115: 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. Check the video output setting of the playback device.

  • Page 116: Fm/Am Radio (Am Radio Feature Is Available Only On Rx-V481)

    FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is available only on RX-V481) Problem Cause Remedy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. To select monaural FM radio reception “FM Mode” in the “Option” menu to FM radio reception is weak or noisy.

  • Page 117: 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 118: Bluetooth

    Problem Cause Remedy The wireless router (access point) is turned off. Turn on the wireless router. The unit cannot connect to the Internet via a The unit and the wireless router (access point) are too far apart. Place the unit and the wireless router (access point) closer to each other. wireless router (access point).

  • Page 119: 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. There are no playable files in the selected folder. Select a folder that contains files supported by the unit.

  • Page 120: Glossary

    Glossary This is a glossary of the technical terms used in this manual. DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Master Audio is an advanced lossless audio format developed to offer a high-definition Audio information home theater experience with the quality of the studio master by DTS, Inc. DTS-HD Master Audio can carry up to eight channels of 96 kHz/24-bit audio (up to six channels of 192 kHz/24-bit audio) simultaneously.

  • Page 121: Hdmi And Video Information

    SILENT CINEMA HDMI Yamaha has developed a natural, realistic sound effect DSP algorithm for headphones. Parameters for headphones have been set for each sound program, so that accurate HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the world-wide standard interface for digital audio/ representations of all the sound programs can be enjoyed on headphones.

  • Page 122: Supported Devices And File Formats

    YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) Supported devices The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic parameters, to suit your room.

  • Page 123: File Formats

    File formats Video signal flow Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. USB, PC/NAS Video device The unit Sampling Support for quantization Number of File frequency Bitrate (kbps) gapless bit (bit) channels (kHz)

  • Page 124: Information On Hdmi

    Information on HDMI The additional information on HDMI is as follows. (Example) HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit Playback starts Turns on and displays (such as power and volume) with TV remote control operations.
  • Page 125 Use the cursor keys to select “HDMI” and press ENTER. Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with the TV remote Setup Speaker control. HDMI Sound Note Function Language ▪...

  • Page 126: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    Audio Return Channel (ARC) HDMI signal compatibility ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video Audio signals signal to the TV. Check the following after the HDMI Control settings. Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) 2ch Linear PCM...

  • Page 127: Trademarks

    Digital Living Network Alliance. All rights reserved. Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. Laboratories. MusicCast is a trademark or registered trademark of Yamaha Windows™ Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Specifications The specifications of this unit are as follows. HDMI Input jacks HDMI Features: • 4K UltraHD Video (include 4K/60, 50Hz 10/12bit), 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), HDMI Analog Audio Control (CEC), Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, “x.v.Color”, HD audio playback, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, BT.2020 Colorimetry, HDR Compatible •...
  • Page 129 TUNER Network Analog Tuner PC Client Function • [RX-V481 U.K. and Europe models] Compatible with DLNA ver. 1.5 FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) • [RX-V481 Other models] AirPlay supported FM/AM x 1 (TUNER) • [RX-V481D U.K. and Europe models]...

  • Page 130: Audio Section

    Audio Section Output Level / Output Impedance • SUBWOOFER 1 V/1.2 kΩ Rated Output Power (2-channel driven) • [U.S.A. and Canada models] (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 8 Ω) Headphone Jack Rated Output / Impedance • [Other models] (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 6 Ω) •...

  • Page 131: Video Section

    1.8 W 75 Ω unbalanced Bluetooth Standby On • HDMI Control On, Standby Through On (No Signals), Network Standby On 2.4 W AM section (RX-V481) (Wireless Direct), Bluetooth Standby On Tuning Range Maximum Power Consumption • [U.S.A. and Canada models] 530 kHz to 1710 kHz •...
  • Page 132 435 x 225.5 x 327 mm (17-1/8” x 8-7/8” x 12-7/8”) Weight 8.1 kg (17.9 lbs) * 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.
  • Page 133 Yamaha Global Site http://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Department © 2016 Yamaha Corporation Published 02/2016 NV-B0 YH632A0/EN1...

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