Remote control ............... 11 Playing back tunes from Bluetooth™ components ..76 Basic operations via the TV screen display ....49 On-screen display ............12 Connecting a Yamaha Bluetooth Configuring settings specific to CONNECTIONS wireless audio receiver........... 76 an individual input source (OPTION menu)....51 Pairing Bluetooth™...
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SETUP Avoiding crossing remote control signals when using multiple Yamaha receivers ......109 Resetting the SIRIUS Satellite Radio™ Configuring input sources (Input menu) ....... 78 parental lock code............109 Configuring input sources ..........78 Changing TV format ............ 110 Input menu..............79 Removing HDMI video output up-scaling limits..
■ Playing back the audio source in another room ■ Automatic settings for speaker acoustic parameters – Using the internal amplifier for playback ....................18 (YPAO - Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) ........33 – Using the external amplifier for playback .....................115 ■...
– Register or clear settings for a selected SCENE <Save>, <Reset> ............83 – Select a sound program..........................50 – Turn on a Yamaha BD/DVD player or CD player connected to this unit automatically when a SCENE is selected <SCENE IR>....................83 View or modify content for the current input source <Content ■...
INTRODUCTION Using the TV OSD to operate the unit ■ Adjust video signals output from this unit – Convert analog video signal to another type of signal <Analog to Analog Conversion> .......96 – Specify the resolution and aspect ratio of analog video signal converted to HDMI or specify upscaling resolution for 480i/576i- or 480p/576p-HDMI output signal <Processing>......97 ■...
INTRODUCTION Using the TV OSD to operate the unit About this manual ■ Attaching the VIDEO AUX input cover (supplied) ■ Installing batteries in the remote control To protect against dust, attach the supplied VIDEO AUX input When inserting batteries in the remote control, remove the cover to the VIDEO AUX jacks when you do not use the jacks.
(☞p. 74). SCENE This indicator also lights up when the Yamaha iPod wireless receiver Front panel display Switches the input source, the sound program, and the HDMI OUT is connected to this unit (☞p.
INTRODUCTION Part names and functions Rear panel REMOTE IN/OUT jacks AV OUT jacks For connecting an external component that supports the remote For outputting audio/video signals received when analog inputs (AV3- control function (☞p. 30). 6 or AUDIO1-2) are selected (☞p.
INTRODUCTION Part names and functions Front panel display SLEEP indicator ■ Switching information on the front panel display Lights up when the sleep timer is on (☞p. 11). The front panel can display sound programs and surround ZONE2 indicator HDMI indicator Lights up when the audio output to Zone2 is enabled (☞p.
INTRODUCTION Part names and functions Remote control Remote control signal transmitter PARTY Transmits infrared signals. Switches the party mode on and off (☞p. 116). MAIN/ZONE2 SCENE Switches the zone to be operated by the remote control between the Switch the input source and the sound program with a single button Main zone and Zone2 (☞p.
INTRODUCTION Part names and functions ■ Displaying the following menus or viewing the current status of this unit on the On-screen display TV screen • ON SCREEN menu When a TV is connected to this unit, the supplied remote control can be used to specify and verify this Press ON SCREEN to display the ON SCREEN menu.
CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers This unit uses acoustic field effects and sound decoders to bring you the impact of a real movie theater or concert hall. These effects will be brought to you with ideal speaker positioning and connections in your listening environment. ■...
CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers Speaker layout ■ ■ Assigning a speaker configuration ■ Connections of speakers Enjoying the 7.1 channel audio source A speaker configuration must be assigned to this unit to activate the Connect the speakers to the following jacks according to the ■...
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CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers ■ ■ Assigning a speaker configuration ■ Connections of speakers Enjoying the 7.1 channel audio source without surround back speakers A speaker configuration must be assigned to this unit to activate the Connect the speakers to the following jacks according to the speakers.
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CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers ■ Using speakers in two rooms (Zone2 In addition to the main room, speakers in another room can also function) be controlled. ■ 7.1-channel speaker layout + Zone2 When the built-in amplifier for the speakers in another room is (7 speakers (in main zone) + subwoofer (in main turned on, the speakers that output the sound are switched from zone) + front speakers (in secondary zone))
CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers Connecting speakers and subwoofer Connect your speakers to their respective terminals on the rear panel. CAUTION • Remove the AC power cable of this unit from the power outlet before connecting the speakers. • Generally speaker cables consist of two parallel insulated cables. One of these cables is a different color, or has a line running along it, to indicate different polarity. Insert the different colored (or lined) cable into the “+” (positive, red) terminal on this unit and the speakers, and the other cable into the “–”...
CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers ■ ■ Bi-amp connection ■ Multi-zone audio system using the internal Changing speaker impedance This unit can be connected to speakers that support bi-amp amplifier of this unit This unit is configured for 8 Ω speakers at the factory setting. Connect the speakers in the second zone to the EXTRA SP jacks as connections.
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CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers ■ Connecting speakers Check that “SP IMP.” is displayed on the front panel. Tighten the terminal. This type of jack can connect to the following speakers or connection. Connecting the banana plug • Front L/R speakers Tighten the knob, and then insert the banana plug into the end of •...
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CONNECTIONS Connecting speakers ■ Connecting the subwoofer Connect the subwoofer input jack to the SUBWOOFER 1 or 2 jack on this unit with an audio pin cable. Set the subwoofer volume as follows. Volume: Set to approximately half volume (or slightly less than half).
CONNECTIONS Connecting external components Cable plugs and jacks VIDEO jacks These jacks transmit conventional analog video signals. This unit is equipped with the following input/output jacks. Use jacks and cables appropriate for Use video pin cables. components that you are going to connect. ■...
CONNECTIONS Connecting external components Connecting a TV monitor When connecting to a non-HDMI compatible TV Connect to the TV using the same type of connection that you used to connect to the external component, and change the inputs on your TV to match that of the external component you are using This unit is equipped with the following three types of output jack for connection to a TV.
CONNECTIONS Connecting external components ■ ■ Connecting an HDMI video monitor Connecting a component video monitor Connect the HDMI cable to one of the HDMI OUT 1-2 jacks. Connect the component video cable to the COMPONENT VIDEO (MONITOR OUT) jacks. HDMI input Component video input HDMI...
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CONNECTIONS Connecting external components ■ Listening to TV audio When using other TVs To transmit sound from the TV to this unit, connect AV1-6 or AUDIO1-2 jacks to the TV’s audio To transmit sound from the TV to this unit, connect as followings according to the TV: output jacks.
CONNECTIONS Connecting external components MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Connecting BD/DVD players and other devices RECEIVER SOURCE ■ Receiving video signals from the HDMI jack and audio signals HDMI from a jack other than HDMI This unit has the following input jacks. Connect them to the appropriate output jacks on AUDIO This unit can use the AV1-6 or AUDIO1-2 input jacks to receive audio signals from V-AUX...
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CONNECTIONS Connecting external components ■ Connecting BD/DVD players and other devices with component ■ Component connections to analog audio output devices video cables Connect the device with a component video cable to one of the AV1-2 input jacks. Component video / Audio output Using optical digital audio output sources Select the AV1 input to which the playback device is connected for playback.
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CONNECTIONS Connecting external components ■ Connecting BD/DVD players and other devices with video cables Using analog stereo audio output sources Select the AV5 or AV6 input to which the playback device is connected for playback. Connect the playback device with a video pin cable to one of the AV3-6 input jacks. Using optical digital audio output sources Select the AV4 input to which the playback device is connected for playback.
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CONNECTIONS Connecting external components ■ Connecting CD players and other audio devices Using coaxial digital output sources Select the AV input (AV2 or AV3) to which the playback device is connected for playback. Using analog stereo output sources Select the audio input (AUDIO1-2) to which the playback device is connected for playback. DOCK HDMI 1 HDMI OUT...
CONNECTIONS Connecting external components Connecting game consoles Connecting a multi-format player or an external decoder Use the VIDEO AUX jacks on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as a game console to This unit has 8 sets of input jacks (FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SUR. BACK and the receiver.
REMOTE OUT jack, playback begins automatically when the SCENE function is used (☞p. 43). • If the component connected to the REMOTE OUT jack is not a Yamaha product, set “SCENE IR” in the FRONT (PRE OUT) jacks SCENE menu to “Off”...
Using the Trigger function to link external component power Connecting audio/video recording devices When this unit is connected to a Yamaha subwoofer that supports the system connection or the This receiver can transmit selected incoming analog audio/video signals to external components component with TRIGGER IN jack, you can turn on and off the component by using this unit.
CONNECTIONS Connecting the FM/AM antennas An indoor FM antenna and an AM loop antenna are supplied with this receiver. Connect these antennas ■ Improving FM reception properly to their respective jacks. We recommend using an outdoor antenna. For more information, consult the nearest authorized dealer.
Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) This unit is equipped with a Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) that adjusts the status, size, and volume balance of the speakers in order to provide an optimal sound field. Using YPAO allows you to automatically configure settings, such as adjusting speaker output and acoustic parameters to suit your listening room (the room in which this unit is placed).
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CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE This completes preparation. To achieve more accurate kCursor B / C Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO Press to select the “Multi HDMI results, take note of the following when measuring MIC jack on the front panel.
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CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET When “Multi Position” is set to “No” in step 5 RECEIVER SOURCE kCursor B / C Press repeatedly to select Replace the optimizer microphone at your The following display appears when measurement HDMI the “Measure”...
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CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET The following display appears again when RECEIVER SOURCE kCursor B / C Press kENTER. Press to select “Save/Exit” measurement at the last position finishes without any HDMI and press kENTER.
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CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Reviewing and reloading automatic Diagram RECEIVER SOURCE Shows the speaker setup and sound adjustment as diagram. setup parameters HDMI Message The results of automatic acoustics measurement can be AUDIO Displays warning or error messages.
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CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ When an error message is RECEIVER SOURCE NOTE kCursor E Press to select “RETRY.” displayed during measurement HDMI Although the results of acoustics measurement can be See “Error messages”...
An internal error has Carry out the measuring microphone. Internal Error occurred. process again. Contact a When this message is Yamaha service center if displayed, selecting “E-10” is displayed “PROCEED” will allow again. you to continue measuring. However, we recommend...
CONNECTIONS Setting up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO) ■ Warning messages W-1: The speakers displayed Depending on the type of Out of Phase are connected with the speakers, “W-1” may opposite polarity. display even if the Depending on the type of speakers are connected speakers you are using correctly.
PLAYBACK MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Basic playback procedure RECEIVER SOURCE HDMI ■ Selecting the active HDMI OUT jack AUDIO Turn on external components (TV, DVD V-AUX Use this function to select the HDMI OUT jack(s) used player, etc.) connected to this unit. to output signal.
PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Adjusting high/low-frequency sound (Tone Rotate PROGRAM selector to adjust the output level control) in those frequency ranges. You can adjust the balance of the high-frequency range (Treble) Adjustable range -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB and low-frequency range (Bass) of sounds output from the front Adjustment 0.5 dB left and right speakers to obtain desired tone.
Enjoying the desired sound field effect INPUT This unit is also equipped with a Yamaha digital sound field processing (DSP) chip. Multi-channel playback from almost any audio source can be enjoyed using a variety MUTE of sound decoders and various sound field effect programs stored on the chip. Sound field effect programs built into this unit are called “sound programs.”...
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PLAYBACK Enjoying the desired sound field effect MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ ■ Selecting sound program (☞p. 47): Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying stereo playback RECEIVER SOURCE sMOVIE MOVIE category: Press repeatedly (Straight decoding mode) Select “2ch Stereo” from the sound programs when you HDMI sMUSIC MUSIC category: Press...
PLAYBACK Enjoying the desired sound field effect ■ ■ ■ Enjoying sound programs without Enjoying more spatial sound fields Enjoying sound programs without surround speakers (CINEMA DSP 3D mode) presence speakers This unit allows you to use virtual surround speakers to enjoy CINEMA DSP 3D mode creates an intensive and accurate This unit allows you to use virtual presence speakers to create an sound field surround effects, even without any surround speakers...
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PLAYBACK Enjoying the desired sound field effect MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Enjoying Hi-Fi Sound Quality RECEIVER SOURCE (Pure Direct mode) HDMI Use Pure Direct mode to enjoy the pure high fidelity AUDIO V-AUX sound of the selected source. When Pure Direct mode is enabled, this unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry.
PLAYBACK Enjoying the desired sound field effect Sound programs Action Game This sound field is suitable for action games such as car racing, fighting games and FPS games. The reality of, and emphasis on, various effects makes the player feel like they are right in the middle of the action, allowing for greater concentration.
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PLAYBACK Enjoying the desired sound field effect ■ ■ Category: MUSIC Category: SUR.DEC (Surround decode mode) This sound field is suitable when listening to music sources such as CDs. Select this program to playback sources with selected decoders. You can playback 2-channel audio sources in up to 7-channels using a surround decoder.
PLAYBACK Using the TV display to control this unit MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE This unit features a sophisticated on-screen display (OSD) that helps you to control the amplifier function of this unit. With the OSD, you can view information of the HDMI signals being input and the status of this unit.
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PLAYBACK Using the TV display to control this unit MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ ■ Selecting a scene Selecting a sound program RECEIVER SOURCE NOTES HDMI Menus can be operated and the status of this unit kCursor B / C kCursor B / C to select “Scene”...
PLAYBACK Configuring settings specific to an individual input source (OPTION menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE This unit has a unique OPTION menu for each input source. OPTION menus can be used to enable features such as volume trim for compatible input sources or to display HDMI audio/video data.
“Dialogue Lift” can be adjusted only when the presence speakers are available. same value is applied to other input sources and “ALL” is displayed on the Not available for Yamaha iPod wireless receiver. front panel display. When settings specific to a certain input source are selected, the input source name is displayed on the front panel display.
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PLAYBACK Configuring settings specific to an individual input source (OPTION menu) ■ ■ ■ Auto-adjusting the sound level to make Adjusts the vertical position of dialogues Selecting the 5.1-channel signal playback even low volumes more audible method Dialogue Lift Adaptive DRC Extended Surround Input source: All input sources except MULTI CH...
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Songs Plays songs back in random order. Pairing Bluetooth component Albums Plays albums back in random order. Pairing Input source: DOCK (Bluetooth) Performs pairing of this unit and a Bluetooth component (☞p. 76). Not available for Yamaha iPod wireless receiver.
PLAYBACK Confirming and operating input sources from the Content window MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE When DOCK, TUNER, or SIRIUS is selected, the Content window is displayed on the TV screen. Playback style for iPod, functions for FM/AM tuner, and SIRIUS HDMI Satellite Radio tuner can be set in the Content window.
PLAYBACK FM/AM tuning MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE HDMI When using the FM/AM tuner, adjust the direction of ■ Registering stations manually (Manual eTUN./CH H / I to set a frequency to AUDIO the FM/AM antenna connected to this unit to get the Preset) V-AUX receive.
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PLAYBACK FM/AM tuning MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE ■ Designating a preset number for HDMI registration AUDIO eMEMORY Press once, to display “Manual Preset” V-AUX on the front panel display. After a small wait, the preset number that the station has been registered to MULTI DOCK will appear.
PLAYBACK FM/AM tuning MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Confirming and operating the Screen buttons on the Now playing view RECEIVER SOURCE To use these buttons, first press kENTER. Then select Utility FM/AM tuner from the Content HDMI kCursor B / C and kENTER.
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PLAYBACK FM/AM tuning MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Operating from the Content browse RECEIVER SOURCE Now Playing view HDMI Switches the display to the Now playing view. AUDIO V-AUX MULTI DOCK HDMI OUT TUNER SIRIUS [ A ] CATEGORY PRESET TUN./CH INFO...
PLAYBACK Using HD Radio™ features MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE HD Radio technology is a new technology that enables FM and AM radio stations to broadcast programs digitally. Digital broadcasting provides listeners with radically HDMI improved audio quality and reception as well as new data services. Furthermore, supplemental program services allow listeners to select from up to 8 HD Radio programs AUDIO multicast on a single FM HD Radio channel.
PLAYBACK Using HD Radio™ features MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Using the iTunes Tagging This unit transmits the “tag” data to the iPod/iPhone if an RECEIVER SOURCE Album iPod/iPhone that supports iTunes Tagging is placed in HDMI the Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone (YDS-12, sold Album title, frequency, audio program number (absolute) This unit is equipped with the iTunes Tagging that AUDIO...
PLAYBACK Using HD Radio™ features MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Confirming and operating the Stereo indicator RECEIVER SOURCE Memory Registers the station currently received as Lights up when a stereo broadcast is received. When HD Radio™ tuner from the Content HDMI a preset station.
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PLAYBACK Using HD Radio™ features MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE Utility Utility HDMI AUDIO V-AUX Audio mode Selects “Auto” or “Mono” when receiving Auto Preset Detects the stations with strong signals the FM (or HD Radio) station. and register up to 40 stations Auto: Stereo reception.
PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio To listen to Satellite Radio, you’ll need to connect a SIRIUS Satellite Radio tuner (sold separately) to your Sirius-Ready receiver. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is available to residents of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada. Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercial-free music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Dance, Jazz, Classical and many more plus coverage of all the top professional and college sports including play by play games from select leagues and teams.
PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Activating SIRIUS Satellite Radio™ RECEIVER SOURCE NOTES Contact SIRIUS Satellite Radio to activate subscription HDMI • Before activating your subscription, you can only your subscription. AUDIO select “184” or “000.” V-AUX SIRIUS Satellite Radio online information •...
PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Registering and recalling the All channel search mode RECEIVER SOURCE NOTE SIRIUS Satellite Radio™ channels HDMI This unit skips the following channels in all channel eTUN./CH H / I Press repeatedly to search for AUDIO...
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PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Designating a preset number for RECEIVER SOURCE registration HDMI eMEMORY Press once. AUDIO V-AUX MEMORY SIRIUS VOL. P01:--- << 001 MULTI DOCK HDMI OUT TUNER SIRIUS [ A ] CATEGORY Preset number Previously...
PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Displaying the SIRIUS Satellite RECEIVER SOURCE Composer Radio™ information HDMI Composer name, channel number AUDIO V-AUX You can display the SIRIUS Satellite Radio information on the front panel display. MULTI DOCK Antenna HDMI OUT...
PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Confirming and operating SIRIUS Channel Name RECEIVER SOURCE Utility The channel name currently received is displayed. Satellite Radio™ from the Content HDMI Channel Category AUDIO window The category of the channel is displayed. V-AUX Parental Lock Restricts the access to specified channel.
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PLAYBACK Listening to Satellite Radio MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE kCursor B / C to select the channel to Scroll 1 Page Up HDMI be locked and press kENTER. Switches the scroll target (channel name, channel AUDIO V-AUX 1 Page Down category, artist name, song title, or composer name).
When playing back from an iPod/iPhone, you can also use the compressed music enhancer sound programs to give compressed AUDIO audio formats such as MP3 a sharper, more dynamic sound (☞p. 46). A Yamaha iPod wireless system (YID-W10, sold separately) can also be connected to this unit to V-AUX play back iPod/iPhone with wireless connection. MULTI DOCK Controlling an iPod™/iPhone™...
PLAYBACK Playing back tunes from your iPod™/iPhone™ MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Playing iPod/iPhone from the menu Operating from the Now playing RECEIVER SOURCE 10 Pages Up view screen (Menu browse control) HDMI AUDIO V-AUX 10 Pages Down The iPod/iPhone can be operated from the menu Goes to 10 pages forwards or backwards.
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PLAYBACK Playing back tunes from your iPod™/iPhone™ MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE Play Control HDMI Operates the basic playback functions of iPod/iPhone. AUDIO V-AUX p (Play) Starts playback. s (Stop) Stops playback. MULTI DOCK HDMI OUT e (Pause) TUNER SIRIUS [ A ]...
HDMI AUDIO remote control) DOCK V-AUX VOL. A Yamaha iPod wireless system (YID-W10, sold iPod connected separately) can be connected to this unit to play back Use the following remote control keys to operate MULTI DOCK iPod/iPhone with wireless connection. The iPod/iPhone HDMI OUT (playback, stop, skip, etc.) your iPod/iPhone.
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PLAYBACK Playing back tunes from your iPod™/iPhone™ MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Use iPod/iPhone to start playback. • Adjusting volume control on the iPod/iPhone also adjusts RECEIVER SOURCE the volume (max 0.0 dB) of this unit. HDMI When “iPod Interlock” → “Volume” in the Input AUDIO V-AUX menu is set to “Off,”...
Playing back tunes from Bluetooth™ components MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE You can connect a Yamaha Bluetooth wireless audio receiver (such as the YBA-10, sold separately) to this unit and enjoy wireless playback from Bluetooth-compatible HDMI portable music players. AUDIO V-AUX NOTE When playing back from a Bluetooth component for the first time, you must first pair the devices (register the Bluetooth components).
When the device is recognized, it will appear in the unit and the Bluetooth component. When the wireless DOCK Bluetooth component list, for example as “YBA-10 VOL. MULTI DOCK connection is complete, Bluetooth components can be YAMAHA.” HDMI OUT BT connected TUNER SIRIUS [ A ] played back. CATEGORY...
SETUP MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Configuring input sources (Input menu) RECEIVER SOURCE HDMI Settings, such as the name of an input source or the icon displayed for an input source can be changed from the Input menu. AUDIO V-AUX Configuring input sources kCursor D / E jON SCREEN...
SETUP Configuring input sources (Input menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Input menu Changing an input source name or RECEIVER SOURCE Press kENTER, and then press icon HDMI kCursor B / C / D / E to edit the new input AUDIO name.
SETUP Configuring input sources (Input menu) ■ ■ ■ Combining HDMI/AV1-2 input source Setting the format of digital audio signals Selecting the sound program suitable for video and audio listening to compressed audio, such as Decoder Mode Audio In Input source: HDMI1-5, AV1-4, V-AUX Enhancer Input source:...
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Configuring input sources (Input menu) ■ ■ Setting the interlock functions with iPod/ Outputting a video signal input from iPhone (when a Yamaha iPod wireless another input source while playing a receiver is connected) multi-channel audio signal iPod Interlock Video Out...
SETUP Editing the SCENE function (SCENE menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE The SCENE function (☞p. 43) can be edited from the SCENE menu displayed on the TV screen. HDMI AUDIO V-AUX Editing a scene kCursor D / E kCursor B / C / D / E to select a scene to be to adjust the...
Editing the SCENE function (SCENE menu) ■ SCENE menu Registering SCENE function settings SCENE IR Specify whether or not a Yamaha BD/DVD player or CD player connected to this unit turns on automatically. Save SCENE1 Registers the settings currently applied to this unit for each Disables the SCENE IR function.
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SETUP Editing the SCENE function (SCENE menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ ■ Changing a scene name and icon Resetting a scene RECEIVER SOURCE HDMI Rename/Icon Select Reset AUDIO V-AUX Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front Restores all settings to their default values.
SETUP Setting sound program parameters (Sound Program menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE Sound effects can be adjusted from the Sound Program menu. HDMI AUDIO V-AUX Editing sound programs kCursor D / E kCursor D / E to select a sound to adjust the parameter program and press kCursor...
SETUP Setting sound program parameters (Sound Program menu) CINEMA DSP parameters Initial Delay Room Size Surround Initial Delay Surround Room Size DSP Level Change the effect level (level of the sound field effect to be added). Surround Back Initial Delay Surround Back Room Size You can adjust the level of the sound field effect while checking the sound effect.
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SETUP Setting sound program parameters (Sound Program menu) Liveness Reverb Time Reverb Delay Reverberation time. Adjusts the amount of time taken for the Reverberation delay. Adjusts the time difference between the Surround Liveness dense, subsequent reverberation sound to decay by 60 dB at 1 kHz. beginning of the direct sound and the beginning of the This changes the apparent size of the acoustic environment over an reverberation sound.
SETUP Setting sound program parameters (Sound Program menu) Parameters usable in certain sound Reverb Level Surround R Level programs Reverberation level. Adjusts the volume of the reverberation Adjusts the volume of the surround R channel. sound. The larger the value, the stronger the reverberation 2ch Stereo only Adjustable range 0 to 100%...
SETUP Setting sound program parameters (Sound Program menu) Parameters usable in surround decoder Front Presence R Level Center Width Adjusts the volume of the front presence R channel. Spreads the center channel sound to the front left and right Decode Type speakers to suit your needs or preferences.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE Various settings, such as speaker volume or HDMI functions, can be changed from the Setup menu. HDMI AUDIO V-AUX Operating the Setup menu Setup menu setting kCursor B / C to select an item and Speaker press kENTER.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Setup menu Manages settings for speakers Manual speaker setup Manual Setup The following parameters can be specified manually. Speaker Power Amp Assign Adds the extra speakers to the 7.1-channel speaker Auto Setup connection. Manual Setup Configuration Manually manages speaker configuration, such as...
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) Front Surround Back Configuration Selects the size (sound reproduction capacity) of the front Selects the size of the surround back speakers. speakers. Adjusts the output characteristics of the speakers based on Largex1 Select when one large surround back speaker is manually set parameters.
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) Subwoofer Bass Cross Over Level Confirms the subwoofer. Sets the lower limit of low-frequency component which is produced from speakers of which the size is set to “Small.” Separately adjusts the volume of each speaker. Use (Default) Select this when subwoofer is connected.
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Front L / Front R / Center / Surround L / Surround R / RECEIVER SOURCE Parametric EQ Test Tone Surround Back L / Surround Back R / Front Presence L / HDMI Front Presence R Adjusts sound quality of tone using a parametric...
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ ■ Setting the audio output function of this Synchronizing audio/video output Auto-adjusting Dolby Digital and DTS dynamic range unit Lipsync Dynamic Range Adjusts the delay between audio and video output (Lipsync function). Selects the dynamic range adjustment method for audio bitstream (Dolby Digital and DTS) signal playback.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Setting the startup volume Setting this unit’s video output function • Analog-to-HDMI video conversion is always possible unless video signals are being input at the HDMI input jacks or 1080p- Initial Volume resolution analog video signals are being input (☞p.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Adjusting resolution and aspect ratio with Aspect Setting HDMI functions conversion of video signal to HDMI Through (Default) The aspect ratio of HDMI video signal sources is not adjusted. Processing 16:9 Normal Transmits 4:3 aspect ratio video signals to a 16:9 TV Adjust resolution and aspect ratio with conversion of video input to with black bands on either side of the screen.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ ■ ■ Receiver operation via TV (HDMI Control) Listening to TV audio via single HDMI Selecting an input source to assign audio cable (Audio Return Channel) input for the TV HDMI Control ARC (Audio Return Channel) TV Audio Input Set the HDMI Control function to “On”...
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ ■ Specify whether or not audio signal is OUT2 Transmitting HDMI audio/video to the TV Specify whether or not audio signal is output through a TV output through this unit and a TV during standby mode (Standby Through) connected via the HDMI OUT 2 jack.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Setting this unit’s multi-zone function Adjusting Zone2 volume Making the receiver easier to use Zone2 Set Max Volume Specify the maximum volume level in Zone2 so that sound is not too loud. Adjustable range -30.0 dB to +16.5 dB (maximum volume) Default setting +16.5 dB...
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ ■ Goes enter standby mode automatically Specifying menu display Wall Paper Specify the wall paper displayed on the TV screen when no video when you leave it without operating signal is input. Select one that you prefer. Display Set Auto Power Down Specify front panel display brightness and TV screen wall paper.
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SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Setting TRIGGER OUT functions Target Zone Manual Specify the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions Manually switch the output level for electronic signal transmission. synchronized. This setting can also be used to confirm proper function of the Trigger Output external component connected via the TRIGGER OUT jack.
SETUP Setting various functions (Setup menu) ■ Prohibiting setting changes Memory Guard Prohibits setting changes to prevent careless changes being made to the settings on Setup menu. Off (Default) Settings are not protected. Prohibits changes to the settings on Setup menu until it is returned to “Off.”...
SETUP Confirming information of this unit (Information menu) MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE A variety of information for this unit can be displayed. HDMI AUDIO ■ ■ V-AUX Selecting information Audio information Video information Displays information on the current audio signal. Displays information on the current video signal.
SETUP Controlling other components with the remote control MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE You can operate an external component such as TV and DVD player with the remote control of this unit by setting the code for external component (remote control code). HDMI The remote control code can be set for each input source.
For a complete list of control code using an example of the registration of the MULTI DOCK available remote control codes, refer to “Remote Control remote control codes of a Yamaha BD player connected MAIN ZONE 2 HDMI OUT CODE SET TUNER...
SETUP Controlling other components with the remote control MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Resetting all remote control codes RECEIVER SOURCE mNumeric Enter a remote control code “2064” using Enter “9981” using keys. HDMI mNumeric keys. Resetting all remote control codes for external AUDIO V-AUX components to the initial factory settings.
SETUP Extended functionality that can be configured as needed (Advanced Setup menu) The Advanced Setup menu can be used for unit initialization and other useful extended functions. The Advanced Setup menu can be operated as follows. Displaying/Setting the Advanced Setup Setting the impedance of speakers Rotate PROGRAM selector to select the item to be menu...
ID (remote MOVIE MUSIC SLEEP PARTY STRAIGHT PURE DIRECT control ID). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, Press pSOURCE/RECEIVER. RESET Resets the code to the factory default SCENE you can set each remote control with a unique remote setting.
SETUP Extended functionality that can be configured as needed (Advanced Setup menu) Changing TV format Initializing various settings for this unit INIT- CANCEL TV FORMAT-NTSC Initializes various settings stored in this unit and sets it back to Change the color encoding format of OSD to PAL or NTSC default.
SETUP Using the HDMI Control function This unit supports the HDMI Control function, which allows you to Connect the TV that supports the HDMI Control If DVD/BD player that supports the HDMI Control operate external components via HDMI. If devices that support function to this unit’s HDMI output jack.
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SETUP Using the HDMI Control function MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Switching the input source on this To use other jacks to input audio signals from TV, carry RECEIVER SOURCE kCursor B / C Press repeatedly to select unit automatically when listening out the following procedure.
SETUP Using the HDMI Control function MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET ■ Single HDMI cable input to TV RECEIVER SOURCE kCursor B / C Make sure that “HDMI Control” is “On” Press repeatedly to select audio with Audio Return Channel HDMI “Setup”...
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SETUP Using the HDMI Control function MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET RECEIVER SOURCE Make sure that “HDMI Control” is “On.” HDMI When “HDMI Control” is set to “Off,” press AUDIO Cursor B / C ENTER to set to “On.” V-AUX kCursor C Press to select “Control Select”...
CD player or a DVD player, etc. in the main zone via the infrared signal receiver in the second zone. may not require an infrared signal emitter. Up to 6 Yamaha components can be connected as shown • An amplifier and speakers in the second zone.
SETUP Using multi-zone configuration MAIN ZONE 2 CODE SET Controlling Zone2 Using the party mode RECEIVER SOURCE HDMI The remote control can be used to select and control Use this feature to play main zone sources in Zone2 AUDIO V-AUX Zone2 devices.
Refer to the table below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below, or if the instructions below do not help, turn off this unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.
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APPENDIX Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Problem Cause Remedy page page No picture. The video signal output from this Displays the Advanced Setup menu and Only the center When a monaural source sound Try another sound program. unit is not supported by a monitor select “VIDEO”...
APPENDIX Troubleshooting HDMI™ Problem Cause Remedy page The audio input The connected component is not Set the playback component properly — sources cannot be set to output the desired digital referring to its instruction manual. Problem Cause Remedy page played in the desired audio signals.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Tuner (FM/AM) Problem Cause Remedy page Continuous The supplied AM loop antenna is Connect the AM loop antenna correctly crackling and not connected. even if you use an outdoor antenna. hissing noises are Problem Cause Remedy The noises may be caused by It is difficult to completely eliminate noise, page heard.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting iTunes Tagging SIRIUS Satellite Radio™ Problem Cause Remedy Problem Cause Remedy page page Tag data cannot be “YDS-10” does not support tag Use “YDS-12” or “YDS-11” to transfer tag — SIRIUS Satellite The hold function is enabled. Press HOLD to disable the hold function.
Your iPod/iPhone is properly — placed in the Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone. Your iPod/iPhone is properly placed in the Yamaha iPod wireless transmitter and connected with this unit via wireless transmission. Disconnected Your iPod/iPhone is removed from —...
When there is no response with remote – check if the Bluetooth component is control operation of the OPTION menu/ within 32 ft. (10 m) of the Yamaha Setup menu: press SOURCE/RECEIVER Bluetooth wireless audio receiver. (it should glow orange) and try operating the remote control again.
APPENDIX Glossary Audio information Dolby Pro Logic IIx DTS Digital Surround Dolby Pro Logic IIx is a new technology enabling discrete multichannel DTS Digital Surround was developed to replace the analog soundtracks of playback from 2-channel or multi-channel sources. There are three modes movies with a 5.1-channel digital sound track, and is now rapidly gaining Audio and video synchronization (Lipsync) available: “Music mode”...
100 kHz, with a dynamic range of 120 dB. This unit can Based on a wealth of actually measured data, Yamaha CINEMA DSP uses signal. A monitor with component input jacks is required in order to output transmit or receive DSD signals via the HDMI jack.
APPENDIX Glossary “x.v.Color” A color space standard supported by HDMI version 1.3. It is a more extensive color space than sRGB, and allows the expression of colors that were not hitherto possible. While remaining compatible with the color gamut of sRGB standards, “x.v.Color” expands the color space, and can thus produce more vivid, natural images.
• Refer to the supplied instruction manuals of the input source component, and set the component appropriately. About trademarks Bluetooth™ Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG and is used by Yamaha in accordance with a license agreement. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
APPENDIX Specifications ■ Input jacks ■ Remote jacks ■ TUNER • Analog audio • REMOTE IN x 1 • Analog Tuner Audio x 5 (AV5, AV6, AUDIO1, AUDIO2, V-AUX) FM/AM x 1 (TUNER) • REMOTE OUT x 1 MULTI CH INPUT x 1 (8ch Input) •...
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APPENDIX Specifications ■ VIDEO SECTION ■ GENERAL • Input Sensitivity/Input Impedance AV5, etc..............200 mV/47 kΩ • Video Signal Type..............NTSC • Power Supply............AC 120 V, 60 Hz MULTI CH IN ............200 mV/47 kΩ • Video Conversion...............NTSC/PAL • Power Consumption .............400 W/500 VA •...
English for U.S.A. Quick Reference Guide ■ Accessories The following accessories are supplied with this product. Remote control Batteries (2) AM loop antenna Indoor FM antenna VIDEO AUX input cover YPAO microphone (AAA, R03, UM-4) Preparing the remote control Take off the battery compartment cover. Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on this unit during operation.
Connect and install as follows the fi rst time you use this unit. See the following explanations for the connections for each number. BD/DVD player (recorder) This unit Front speaker R Front speaker L Subwoofer Surround speaker R Center speaker Surround back speaker Surround...
Connect the speakers Front speaker Surround Surround back Connect when using with 7.1-channel speaker layout. speaker speaker Connect when using with 6.1-channel speaker layout. Caution: • Remove the AC power cable of this unit from the power outlet before connecting the speakers. •...
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Connect a TV If your TV has multiple inputs, connect with the following priority (A to C). DOCK DOCK HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI OUT (BD/DVD) (BD/DVD) When using an HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI SELECTABLE compatible TV. SIRIUS SIRIUS ANTENNA ANTENNA COMPONENT COMPONENT...
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Connect playback device such as BD/DVD players and recorders If your playback device has multiple audio/video outputs, connect with the following priority (A to D) to enjoy a higher quality sounds and images. When playback device is capable HDMI HDMI of HDMI output HDMI COMPONENT...
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When all connections are complete, adjust the confi guration, sizes, and volume balance of the speakers to provide an optimal sound fi eld. This unit is equipped with a Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function that adjusts the speaker balance automatically with a simple procedure.
Use the cursor B/C to select the “Measure” and press ENTER to start measurement. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 CODE SET CODE SET When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes” (default), the measurement of multiple positions will follow. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER...
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List of remote control codes Lista de códigos de mando a distancia Liste des codes de commande Lijst met afstandsbedieningscodes Liste der Fernbedienungscodes Lista över fjärrstyrningskoder Elenco dei codici di telecomando Axion 0156 Condor 0161, 0277, 0320, Elin 0277, 0320, 0323, Baird 0282 0323, 0342, 0350,...
FCC requirements. Modifications turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, problem by using one of the following measures: granted by the FCC, to use the product.
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12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
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We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Yamaha and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion –...