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AV Receiver
HTR-4D71
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.
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• Read the supplied booklet "Quick Start Guide" before using the unit.

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  • Page 1 AV Receiver HTR-4D71 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 BEFORE USING THE UNIT 4 Connecting the FM/AM antennas............ 26 5 Preparing for connecting to a network........... 27 Accessories....................5 Connecting a network cable............................. 27 How to use this manual................5 Preparing a wireless antenna............................27 6 Connecting the power cable............28 Remote control..................
  • Page 3 Listening to FM/AM radio............... 51 CONFIGURATIONS Setting the frequency steps............................... 51 Configuring various functions (Setup Menu)........78 Selecting a frequency for reception..........................51 Registering favorite radio stations (presets)........................ 52 Setup menu items................................. 79 Radio Data System tuning..............................55 Speaker...................................... 81 Playing back music stored on a Bluetooth®...
  • Page 4 Glossary....................112 Audio information................................112 HDMI and video information............................113 Network information................................. 113 Yamaha technologies................................ 113 Supported devices and file formats............ 114 Supported devices................................114 File formats.................................... 115 Video signal flow.................. 115 Information on HDMI................116 HDMI Control..................................116 Audio Return Channel (ARC)............................118 HDMI signal compatibility...............................

  • Page 5: Before Using The Unit

    BEFORE USING THE UNIT Accessories Remote control Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. The supplied remote control is used as follows. £ AM antenna £ FM antenna Insert the batteries Insert the batteries the right way round. * One of the above is supplied depending on the region of purchase.

  • 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 The ECO mode (power saving Connecting various devices Surround playback with 5 function) allows you to create an speakers placed in front A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks eco-friendly home theater system on the unit allow you to connect video devices (such as You can enjoy the surround sound even when the BD/DVD players), audio devices (such as CD players), surround speakers are placed in front.
  • Page 8 • SCENE selection – 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 and Blu-ray player assign, etc. • Demo mode - Explains how to use this app –...
  • Page 9 Application for smartphone / tablets "MusicCast CONTROLLER" MusicCast CONTROLLER is an application that allows you to link a MusicCast compatible device to other MusicCast compatible devices in other rooms and play them back simultaneously. This app lets you use your smartphone or other mobile device instead of the remote control to easily select music to play back as well as configure the unit and MusicCast compatible devices.

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions The part names and functions of the unit and the supplied remote control are as follows. Front panel YPAO MIC DIRECT INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING VOLUME SCENE RADIO PHONES INPUT TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT) AUDIO D E F...

  • Page 11: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY A - DRC ENHANCER YPAO VOL. VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL SB SBR HDMI Volume indicator Speaker indicators Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Indicates the current volume. Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (TV) 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.23). MONITOR OUT jack HDMI OUT jack For connecting to a TV and outputting video signals For connecting to an HDMI-compatible TV and outputting...

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter External device operation keys Transmits infrared signals. Let you perform playback operations when “USB” or “NET” is selected as the input source, or control playback of the z (receiver power) key HDMI Control-compatible playback device. Turns on/off (standby) the unit.

  • Page 14: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers..........................(p.15) Connecting speakers........................(p.19) Connecting a TV/playback devices....................(p.21) Connecting the FM/AM antennas....................(p.26) Preparing for connecting to a network................... (p.27) Connecting the power cable......................(p.28) Selecting an on-screen menu language..................(p.29) Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO)..............(p.30) Connecting to a network wirelessly....................

  • Page 15: 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.18). ▪...

  • Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 20: Connecting Speaker Cables

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

  • Page 21: Connecting A Tv/Playback Devices

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

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24 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 25: 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 26: Connecting The Fm/Am Antennas

    Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. FM antenna AM antenna (TV) The unit (rear) Assembling and connecting the AM antenna Hold down Insert Release...

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 29: 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 30: 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 31 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. The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to start the measurement immediately. Note To stop the measurement temporarily, press RETURN and follow the procedure in “Error messages”...

  • Page 32: Error Messages

    YPAO MIC jack firmly and retry YPAO. If E-8:No Signal The YPAO microphone TV screen this error occurs repeatedly, contact the cannot detect test tones. (E-8:NO SIGNAL) nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED ZONE service center. SLEEP...

  • Page 33: 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 34: 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 35: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Network Connection” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. Select a connection method according to your environment. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Wireless(Wi-Fi)” and press •...
  • Page 36 Using the WPS button configuration On the iOS device, select the unit as the AirPlay speaker in the Wi- Fi screen. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button. iOS 10 (example of English version) Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.
  • Page 37 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. Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.
  • Page 38 Searching for an access point Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key. 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 appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 39 Setting up the wireless connection manually Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Security” and the cursor keys (e/r) to select the encryption method. If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the wireless connection setting screen appears on the TV. Choices You need to setup the SSID (network name), encryption method and security key None, WEP, WPA-PSK(AES), Mixed Mode...

  • Page 40: 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 41 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key. Enter either 8 to 63 character string, or 64 hexadecimal digits. When finished entering the key, select “OK” to return to the previous screen. Note Before proceeding to the next step, record the following information. These information will be needed to configure the Wi-Fi setting of a mobile device.

  • Page 42: Setting The Musiccast

    Setting the MusicCast MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to Tap the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” application icon on your 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 mobile device and tap “Setup”.

  • Page 43: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Enjoying playback Start playback on the external device or select a radio station. Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. 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.

  • Page 44: 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 Song (song title), Artist (artist name), Album (album name), DSP LINK MASTER STEREO...

  • Page 45: 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 46: 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.50). field effect or stereo playback).

  • Page 47: 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 48 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 49: 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 50: 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 51: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

    Listening to FM/AM radio 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 52: 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 53 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.51) to tune into LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED...
  • Page 54 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 55: 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 56: 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 57: 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 58: 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/iPhone music contents on the unit via network. Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPhone music contents on the unit. iTunes Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPhone.
  • Page 59 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 iPhone by setting “Network Standby” (p.94) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. ▪...

  • Page 60: 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 61 Browse screen Playback screen List name Status indicators Contents list Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.62) and playback status (such as 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. Playback information Item number/total Displays the artist name, album name, song title, and elapsed time.
  • Page 62 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 OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or “Repeat” (Repeat) and press ENTER. Note ▪...

  • Page 63: 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 a PC or a NAS with other DLNA server software Note installed ▪ To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router (p.27). You can check Refer to the instruction manual for the device or software and configure the media whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in sharing settings.

  • Page 64: 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. You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV 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 65 Playback screen 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 OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or “Repeat” (Repeat) and press ENTER. Note ▪...

  • Page 66: 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 out operations while viewing the front display.

  • Page 67: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations Playback screen You can register your favorite Internet radio stations to the “Favorites” folder. Note Station You can also register up to 40 favorite USB, Bluetooth and network contents as shortcuts (p.72). Registering the station with the Option menu Follow the procedure below to register your favorite station to the “Favorites”...

  • Page 68: 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. (TV) For example, you can use 2-way bi-amp speakers with a woofer and tweeter for front speakers.

  • Page 69: 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 70: 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 71 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.88) 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 72: 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, Bluetooth 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 73 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 74: 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 75 Item Function Page Tone Control (Tone Control) Automatically registers FM radio stations with strong Auto Preset p.52 Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) signals as presets. Preset (Preset) individually. Clear Preset Clear radio stations registered to preset numbers. p.54 Choices (U.K.
  • Page 76 Enhancer (Enhancer) Lipsync (Lipsync) Enables/disables the adjustment configured in “Lipsync” (p.87) in the “Setup” menu. Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.50). Note Note This setting is applied separately to each input source. ▪ This setting is applied separately to each input source. ▪...
  • Page 77 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 1-3...

  • Page 78: 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 79: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. p.81 Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. p.81 Subwoofer Front Selects the size of the front speakers. p.81 Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. p.81 Configuration Surround...
  • Page 80 Menu Item Function Page CINEMA DSP 3D Mode Enables/disables CINEMA DSP 3D. p.86 Panorama Enables/disables the broadening effect of the front sound field. p.86 DSP Parameter Center Width Adjusts the broadening effect of the center sound field. p.86 Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. p.86 Dimension Center Image...

  • Page 81: 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 82 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 83 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 0.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired band...

  • Page 84: Hdmi

    HDMI Configures the HDMI settings. Standby Through Note Select whether to output videos/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when the Default settings are underlined. unit is in standby mode. If this function is set to “On” or “Auto”, you can use the input selection keys (HDMI 1–4) to select an HDMI input even when the unit is in standby HDMI Control mode (the standby indicator on the unit blinks).
  • Page 85 Standby Sync SCENE Select whether to use HDMI control to link the unit's standby mode to the TV's power 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 86: 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 “DPL Music” is selected. DSP Parameter Setting range Configures the surround decoder settings.
  • Page 87 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.76) 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 88 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 89: 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 90: 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 91 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, AV 1-3, AUX, AUDIO 1-3, TUNER, NET, Bluetooth, USB Note The front display may become dark when “ECO Mode”...
  • Page 92 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 93: 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 94 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.58) or the DMC is not limited by this setting. Disable Does not allow DMCs to control playback.

  • Page 95: 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.56). 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 96: 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.57).

  • Page 97: 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 98: Changing The Speaker Impedance Setting (Sp Imp.)

    VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL TV FORMAT•NTSC ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with SB SBR Switch the video signal type of HDMI output so that it matches to the format of your TV. a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 99: Selecting The Hdmi 4K Signal Format (4K Mode)

    Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) Updating the firmware (UPDATE) LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED ZONE LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY SLEEP PARTY ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL 4K MODE•MODE 1 UPDATE•••••USB...

  • Page 100: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    ▪ To perform the following procedure, your TV must be connected to the unit via HDMI. If not, perform the front display, press z (power) on the front panel. update from the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu (p.99). ▪ For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. The firmware update is complete. Note Updating the unit’s firmware at power off...
  • Page 101 To start the firmware update, press ENTER. After the firmware update is complete, the unit will turn off automatically. Note ▪ The firmware update can be started by pressing INFO on the front panel. ▪ The unit turns off automatically without performing the firmware update if two minutes pass after the screen to confirm the firmware update is displayed.

  • Page 102: Appendix

    (p.88). When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another Yamaha product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, I want to fix the volume when turning on the unit...
  • Page 103 I want to hear audio from the TV speakers... Use “Audio Output” in the “Setup” menu to enable audio output from the TV speakers (p.84). I want to change the on-screen menu language... Use “Language” in the “Setup” menu to select a language from English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese (p.29).

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    The power does not turn on. consecutively. If the unit is in this condition, the standby indicator 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 105: 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 106 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.82). Subwoofer output is disabled.

  • Page 107: 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 108: Fm/Am Radio

    FM/AM radio 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. “Mono”...

  • Page 109: 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 110: 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 111: 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 112: 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 113: 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 114: 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 115: 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 116: 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 117 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 control. Note ▪ If HDMI Control does not work properly, the problem may be solved by turning the playback device off and on again, or by unplugging the power plug and plugging it in again.

  • Page 118: 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 • When CPPM copy-protected DVD-Audio is played back, video/audio signals may signal to the TV. not be output, depending on the type of the DVD player. Check the following after the HDMI Control settings.

  • Page 119: Trademarks

    Windows™ Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Yamaha Eco-Label is a mark that certifies products of high environmental performance. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under Internet Explorer, Windows Media Audio and Windows Media license from DTS Licensing Limited.

  • Page 120: 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, Selectable HDMI input in HDMI standby mode, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, BT.2020 Colorimetry, HDR Compatible •...
  • Page 121 TUNER Network Analog Tuner PC Client Function • [U.K. and Europe models] Compatible with DLNA ver. 1.5 FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) • [Other models] AirPlay supported FM/AM x 1 (TUNER) Internet Radio Wi-Fi function Capable of Mass Storage Class USB Memory •...
  • Page 122 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 123 Video Section AM section Video Signal Type Tuning Range • [U.S.A., Canada, Korea, Taiwan, Brazil and General models] NTSC • [U.S.A. and Canada models] 530 kHz to 1710 kHz • [Other models] • [Asia, Taiwan, Brazil and General models] 530/531 kHz to 1710/1611 kHz •...
  • Page 124 435 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 125 Yamaha Global Site http://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2017 Yamaha Corporation Published 02/2017 NV-A0 YJ189A0/EN2...

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