Yamaha RX-V373 Owner's Manual
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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Accessories ............9 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) ..Error messages ..................Warning messages ................FEATURES PLAYBACK What you can do with the unit ........Part names and functions ........Basic playback procedure ........Front panel ..................Switching information on the front display...
  • Page 3 CONFIGURATIONS HDMI and video information ............... Yamaha technologies ................Video signal flow .................. Configuring various functions (Setup menu) ...... Information on HDMI ........... Setupmenu items ................. HDMI Control ..................Speaker ................... HDMI signal compatibility ................. HDMI ..................... Reference diagram (rear panel) ........
  • Page 4: Accessories

    Accessories Operathg rar'}ge of the r_mete cor'_t_o_ Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below. [] Remote control [] Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x2) Within 6 m (20 ft) Insert the batteries...
  • Page 5: Features

    FEATURES • High-quality sound from iPod via Supports 2- to 5.1-channel speaker system. digital connection Allows you to enjoy your favorite acoustic !_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_i1!_1_11!i1!1!1!i_11_1_1_!_!_1_i_i!_!i_ii1i1i1i1i1iiiiiiii1111!1!1!1i1!1_1i_i1_i_i • S spaces in various styles. • Playback of music stored on USB devices 111920 • Automatically optimizing the speaker settings to suit your room (YPAO)
  • Page 6 Full of useful functions! Useful tips The combination of video/audio input jacks does not rl Connecting various devices (p.23) rl Creating high-realistic sound fields (p.36) match an external device... A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks CINEMA DSP allows you to create a natural and realistic Use "Audio In"...
  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Front panel @ @ (power) key @ TUNING keys @ PROGRAM keys Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Select tile radio frequency (p.40). Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.35). @ YPAO MIC jack @ Front display @ STRAIGHT For connecting the supplied YPAOmicrophone (p.29).
  • Page 8: Front Display

    Front display (indicators) @ HDMI @ iPod CHARGE @ Speaker indicators Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Lights up when the iPod is being charged while the unit is in Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output. standby mode (p.44).
  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear panel * The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections. @ HDMI jack @ AV 1-5 jacks @ MONITOR (composite video) jack For connecting to an HDMI-compatible TV and outputting For connecting to video/audio playback...
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Remote control @ Remote control signal transmitter @ External device operation keys Transmits infrared signals. Control playback of tile iPod (p.45) or USB storage device (p.48). @ TRANSMIT indicator ® RECEIVER @ key Lights up when remote control signals are transmitted. Turns on/off (standby) tile unit.
  • Page 11: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connect the speakers to the unit. Connect a TV to the unit. Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit. Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.
  • Page 12: Placing Speakers

    Select the speaker layout for t he number ofspeakers that you are using a nd place t he speakers and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) inyour room. This s ection describes representative speaker layout examples. C_ution • (U.S.A. and Canada models only) Under its default...
  • Page 13 5.1-channel system 3.1-channel system iii_i!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i!ii!i!i!ii!_i!_ii_i_i_i_i_i_i_ii_i!_i!_i!i_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_im 4.1-channel system 2.1-channel system PREPARATIONS • Placing speakers...
  • Page 14 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 £_MIN". In this case, you can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers. Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet.
  • Page 15: Connecting

    Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. 5.1-channel system Connecting speaker cables The following diagrams provide connections for a Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting 5.1-channel system as an example. For other systems, the negative (-) terminal of the unit and the speaker, and connect speakers while referring to the connection the other is for the positive (+) terminal.
  • Page 16: Connecting

    (Connecting center/surround speakers) (_ Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8") of insulation from the ends of the speaker cable, and twist the bare wires of the cable firmly together. (_ Press down the tab. (_ Insert the bare wires of the cable into the hole in the terminal.
  • Page 17: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    17 VIDEO jacks 17 AUDIO jacks Video/audio jacks Transmit analog video signals. Use a video pin cable. (Stereo L/R jacks) 17 HDMI jacks Transmit analog stereo audio signals. Use a stereo pin Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single Video pin cable cable.
  • Page 18: Connecting

    @@DT,,0o,,,,e0,,o,,DDD@D@ Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. About HDMI Control You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV The connection method varies depending on the functions and video input jacks...
  • Page 19: Connecting

    @@ Tv conno , °nDDD@@@ _] Necessary settings Configure the settings for HDMI Control. To use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the following settings. (_) Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as HDMI Control- For details on settings and operating your TV, refer to the instruction manual for the TV.
  • Page 20 @@ T,,connoct °nDDD@@@ Connection Method 2 (HDMI Control-compatible _] Necessary settings To use HDMI Control, you need to configure the following settings. Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital optical cable. For details on settings and operating your TV, refer to the instruction manual for the TV.
  • Page 21 @@EllTVconnect Connection Method 3 (TV with HDMI input jacks) Configure the settings for HDMI Control. Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital optical cable. (_) Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as a HDMI Control- compatible BD/DVD...
  • Page 22 @@ TVconnoc, on DDD@@@ Connection Method 4 (TV without HDMI input jacks) NI VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) When connecting any video device to the AV 1-2 (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks of the MONITOR Video input unit, connect the TV to the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.
  • Page 23: Connecting Playback Devices

    The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect • To watch videos input to the HDMI 1-4 jacks, you need to connect your TV to the HDMI OUT jack of the an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
  • Page 24 Composite video connection Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your coaxial, digital optical, or stereo pin cable).
  • Page 25: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit. Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending the audio output...
  • Page 26: Connecting To The Jacks On The Front Panel

    D@DD __Playbackdevice connectionsDFM/AM antenna connections _t_ _{_ Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Use the VIDEO AUX jacks on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. camcorders and portable audio players to the unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface.
  • Page 27: Connecting Recording Devices

    __DRecordlng device connections Power cable connection You can connect video/audio recording devices to the AV OUT and AUDIO OUT jacks. Before connecting the power cable (General model only) These jacks output analog video/audio signals selected as the input. Set the switch position of VOLTAGE SELECTOR according to your local voltage.
  • Page 28 Select the desired on-screen menu language from English (default), French, German, Spanish, Russian and Chinese. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. Press RECEIVER _ to turn on the unit. • The information on the front display is provided in English only. Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to display video from the unit (HDMI OUT jack).
  • Page 29: Optimizing

    ___Automatlc speaker setup The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function Place the YPAO microphone at your listening detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the position (same height as your ears) and connect it speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel.
  • Page 30 _ _2_'i_ '_ _ _ "_ ___Automatlc speaker setup • A speaker with a problem is indicated by blinking of the speaker indicators in • To cancel the operation, disconnect the YPAO microphone, or use the the front display, cursor keys to select "Exit"...
  • Page 31: Error Messages

    The YPAO microphone cannot detect test and retry YPAO. If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the (E-8:NO SIGNAL) tones, nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. E-9:User Cancel The measurement has been canceled. Retry or exit YPAO as necessary. Front display...
  • Page 32: Warning

    ___Automat=c speaker setup Warning messages If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. However, we recommend perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings.
  • Page 33: Playback

    PLAYBACK )ut selection keys Switching information on the front display Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/ DVD player) connected to the unit. Press INFO. Use the input selection keys to select an input Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes. source.
  • Page 34: Scene Assignments

    The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, Configuring scene assignments sound program, and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off with just one touch. Perform the following operations to prepare Press SCENE. settings you want to assign to a scene. The input source and settings registered to the...
  • Page 35: Switching

    The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo playback). Selecting a sound program suitable for movies (p.36) Press MOVIE repeatedly.
  • Page 36: Selecting The Sound Mode

    You'll never get tired listening for long periods. The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual movie...
  • Page 37 Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC) The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. You can also select stereo playback. This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 Hall in Munich seats that uses stylish wood for the interior finishing. Fine, beautiful reverberations spread...
  • Page 38: Enjoying

    Enjoying sound field effects without Enjoying unprocessed playback surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP) You can play back input sources without any sound field effect If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and processing. 5ch Stereo) when no surround speakers are connected, the unit automatically...
  • Page 39: Surround Sound With Headphones (Silent Cinema)

    Enjoying unprocessed multichannel Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sounds (surround decoder) sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel playback from 2-channel sources. When a multichannel source is compr'esssd music input, it works the same way as the straight decode mode. ENHANCER For details on each decoder see "Glossary"...
  • Page 40: Setting

    Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations. Press FM or AM to select a band. ,MODE • The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is "TUNER"...
  • Page 41 When the Auto Preset process finishes, "FINISH" appears and the Registering favorite radio stations (presets) "Option" menu closes automatically. You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their preset numbers.
  • Page 42 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 or AM to select "TUNER" as the input Press FM or AM to select "TUNER" as the input source.
  • Page 43: Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning • "Program Service", "Program Type", "Radio Text", and "Clock Time" are not (U.K. and Europe models only) displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System service. Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries.
  • Page 44 You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable Connecting an iPod supplied with the iPod. Connect your iPod to the unit with the USB cable supplied with the iPod. • This manual describes both the "iPod" and "iPhone"...
  • Page 45: Of Ipod Content

    Playback of iPod content • To return to the previous screen, press RETURN. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start • To switch the display to the browse screen during playback, press the cursor playback. key (<). You can control the iPod with the menu displayed...
  • Page 46 Operating the iPod itself or remote control @ Playback screen (simple play) Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations enabled. To display the TV menu screen, press MODE again. Operate your iPod itself or the remote control to start playback.
  • Page 47 Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. • During simple play, configure the shuffle/repeat settings directly on your iPod or press MODE to display the TV menu screen and then follow the procedure below. When "USB" is selected as the input source, press ,MODE OPTION.
  • Page 48: A Usb Storage Device

    You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Refer to the instruction manuals for the USB storage • If the USB storage device contains many files, it may take time to load the them. In device for more information.
  • Page 49 Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. List name Contents list Displays tile list of USBstorage device contents. Usethe cursor keys to select an item and press ENTERto confirm the selection.
  • Page 50 @ Playback screen Repeat/random settings You can configure the repeat/random settings for playback of USB storage device contents. When "USB" is selected as the input source, press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select "Repeat" (Repeat) and press ENTER. @ Status indicators •...
  • Page 51: Items

    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. Press OPTION. • Available items vary depending on the selected input source.
  • Page 52 Tone Control (Tone Control) Volume: low Volume: high Adjusts the high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) of sounds. Choices Treble (Treble),Bass (Bass) Setting range -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) Input level Input level Default 0,0 dB _1 Enhancer (Enhancer) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.39).
  • Page 53 Subwoofer Trim(SW.Trim) Audio In (Audio Fine-adjusts the subwoofer volume during playback. Combines the video jack of the selected input source (HDMI 1-4 or AV 1-2) with an audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. Setting range •...
  • Page 54: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Use the cursor keys (<_/;>) to select a setting and press ENTER. You can configure the unit's various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. • 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 55: Setupmenu Items

    Setupmenu items Subwoofer Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Configuration Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size.
  • Page 56 Input Rename Changes the input source name displayed on the front display. Function Dimmer Adjusts the brightness of the front display. Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Language Select an on-screen menu language. CONFIGURATIONS • Configuring various functions(Setup menu) En 56...
  • Page 57: Speaker

    Speaker • "Front" is automatically set to "Large" when "Subwoofer" is set to "None". Configures the speaker settings manually. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Settings Select this option for small speakers. Small (default) The subwoofer or front speakers will produce center channel...
  • Page 58 CI Subwoofer Phase Level Sets the phase of the subwoofer. When the bass sound is lacking or unclear, switch Adjusts the volume of each speaker. subwoofer phase. Choices Settings Front L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Subwoofer Setting range Normal (default) Does not reverse the subwoofer phase.
  • Page 59: Hdmi

    HDMI Use the cursor keys (A/V) to select the desired band (frequency) and the cursor keys (<I/l>) to adjust the gain. Configures the HDMI settings. Setting range -6,0 dB to +6,0 dB Configuration To exit from the menu, press SETUP. CI HDMI Control @ Test Tone Enables/disables...
  • Page 60 HDMI OUT ( TV) 17 SCENE Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT jack. Enables/disable SCENE link playback when "HDMI Control" is set to "On". Settings When SCENE link playback is enabled, HDMI Control-compatible devices connected to the unit via HDMI automatically...
  • Page 61: Sound

    Sound rl Dimension Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. Higher to Configures the audio output settings. strengthen the front sound field and lower to strengthen the surround sound field. This setting is effective when "IT1PLII Music" is selected. Setting range -3 to +3 Default...
  • Page 62: Eco

    Adjustment Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when "Select" is set to Configures the power supply settings. "Manual". You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when "Select" is set to "Auto". Setting range 0 ms to 250 ms (1 ms increments) Default 0 me Volume...
  • Page 63: Function

    ECO Mode Function Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. When the eco mode is enabled, you can reduce the unit's power consumption keeping the maximum volume, maximum output power, or front display's brightness low.
  • Page 64: Language

    Language To change another input source name, repeat steps 1 to 3. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. Select an on-screen menu language. Dimmer Adjusts the brightness of the front display. Setting range -4 to 0 (higher to brighten) Default Settings •...
  • Page 65: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    Press _ (power) to set the unit to standby mode and turn it on again. Change the unit's remote control ID so that it matches the remote control's ID (default: ID1 ). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a The new settings take effect.
  • Page 66: Changing The Fm/Am Tuning Frequency Setting (Tu)

    Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU) Restoring the default settings (INIT) (Asia and General models only) Restores the default settings for the unit. Change the FM/AM tuning frequency setting of the unit depending on your listening Choices environment. Restores the default settings for the unit. Settings CANCEL Does not perform an initialization.
  • Page 67: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another on the unit... Yamaha product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, register different remote control IDs for the devices that you want to control with each...
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    The power does not turn on. consecutively, nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric Hold down d_ (power) on the front panel for more than 10 seconds to initialize The power does not turn off.
  • Page 69: Audio

    Audio Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Some digital audio formats cannot be played back on the unit. To check the audio No sound. Signals that the unit cannot reproduce are being input. format of the input signal, use "Signal Info"...
  • Page 70: Video

    The unit is too close to another digital or radio frequency device. Move the unit further away from the device. Noise/hum is heard. The cable connecting the unit and playback device is defective. If there is no problem with the connection, replace with another cable.
  • Page 71: Usb

    Select the station manually (p.40). Your area is too far from the FM station transmitter. Use an outdoor antenna. We recommend using a sensitive muki-element antenna. Radio stations cannot be selected automatically. Adjust the AM antenna orientation. Select the station manually (p.40). The AM radio signal is weak.
  • Page 72: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Turn off the iPod and then turn it on again. 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. Select a folder that contains files supported by the unit.
  • Page 73: Glossary

    Audio information DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Master Audio is an advanced Iossless audio format developed to offer a high-definition 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...
  • Page 74: Hdmi And Video Information

    (Windows Media Audio) Yamaha technologies One of the compressed digital audio formats developed by Microsoft Corporation. With psychoacoustic technologies, this compression method achieves a high compression rate. Reportedly, it is capable CINEMA (Digital Sound Field Processor) compressing data quantity by about...
  • Page 75: Video Signal Flow

    Video signal flow Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. HDMI Control Video device The unit 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 (such as power and volume) with TV remote control operations.
  • Page 76: Hdmi Signal Compatibility

    To use HDMI Control, you need to perform the following HDMI Control link setup after HDMI signal compatibility connecting the TV and playback devices. Audio signals • This setup is required every time you add a new HDMI Control-compatible device to your system. 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video,...
  • Page 77: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    ANTENNA SPEAKERS @ FRONT © ® SURROUND CENTER © cOi_l COAX_L " AV 2-- AV3 _ _ AV4- --AVS" " AUDI01_ AUDIO_ • The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections. APPENDIX •...
  • Page 78: Trademarks

    H='tml "HDMI," the "HDMI" logo and "High-Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks, or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. X.v.CoIor "x.v.Color" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. SILENT CINEMA "SILENT CINEMA" is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. APPENDIX Trademarks...
  • Page 79: Specifications

    Inputjacks • Video Format (Repeater Mode) Compatible Decoding Formats • Analog Audio • Decoding Format 480i/60 Hz Audio x 4 (AV 5, AUDIO 1-2, V-AUX [Mini Jack]) - Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus 576i/50 Hz - Dolby Digital • Digital Audio (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz) 480p/60...
  • Page 80 Video Section General • Dynamic Headroom [U.S.A. and Canada models] 8 _--) ................0.23 dB • Video Signal Type • Power Supply • Damping Factor [U.S.A., Canada, Korea and General models] ....NTSC [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......AC 120 V, 60 Hz Front L/R, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 _--) ......
  • Page 81: Index

    Numerics Connecting AM antenna ......Front panel ..........2ch Stereo ..........Connecting audio device ......25 Front panel jack connection ..... 26 Connecting FM antenna ......26 Front, setup menu ........5ch Stereo, CINEMA DSP ......37 Connecting power cable ......Function, setup menu .......
  • Page 82 Repeat setting, iPod music ...... 47 Switching front display information ..33 Repeat setting, Manual registering radio station, USB storage device music ....50 FM/AM radio .......... Test Tone, setup menu ......59 Roleplaying Game, CINEMA DSP .... 36 Max Volume, setup menu ......62 The Bottom Line, CINEMA DSP ....
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