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Yamaha RX-S601 Owner's Manual

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

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Input/output jacks and cables ........18 Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-S601) ......48 3 Connecting a TV .
  • Page 3 CONFIGURATIONS Listening to FM radio (RX-S601D) ....... . 56 Selecting a frequency for reception ..............56 Registering favorite FM radio stations (presets) .
  • Page 4 FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is available only on RX-S601.) .......

  • Page 5: Accessories

    DAB/FM antenna (RX-S601D) YPAO microphone • The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the RX-S601 (U.S.A. model), unless otherwise specified. • Some features are not available in certain regions. • Due to product improvements, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 5.1-channel speaker system. . p.61 Allows you to enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces • iPod/iPhone in various styles. . p.66 • USB . p.27 •...

  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    – YPAO setting guidance in front (p.45) – Blu-ray player fundamental control 3) View owner’s manual – Seamless control between the Yamaha AV receiver You can enjoy the surround sound even when the and Blu-ray player surround speakers are placed in front.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel INPUT VOLUME ZONE INFO (WPS) DIRECT SCENE PHONES YPAO MIC STRAIGHT PROGRAM BD/DVD RADIO SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT) AUDIO ZONE key Standby indicator AUX jack Enables/disables the audio output to Zone2 (p.75). Lights up when the unit is in standby mode under any of the For connecting devices, such as portable audio players following conditions.

  • Page 9: Front Display (Indicators)

    Information display Lights up when the unit is receiving an FM/AM radio station Displays the current status (such as input name and sound (RX-S601) or FM radio station (RX-S601D) signal. mode name). You can switch the information by pressing BLUETOOTH indicator INFO (p.79).

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (RX-S601 U.S.A. model) NETWORK WIRELESS (NET) HDMI OUT (BD/DVD) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 HDCP2.2 HDMI 6 HDCP2.2 SPEAKERS EXTRA SP FRONT CENTER AV 3 ANTENNA SURROUND / ZONE 2 (RADIO) /BI-AMP MONITOR OUT...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, • The playback devices must support HDMI Control. However, off). Yamaha does not assure the operation of all HDMI Input selection keys Control-compatible devices. Select an input source for playback.

  • Page 12: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.13) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.16) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.19) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.20) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.

  • Page 13: Placing Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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.
  • Page 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5.1-channel system 3.1-channel system 10° to 30° 10° to 30° • You can enjoy surround sound even without the center speaker (front 4.1-channel system). • You can place the subwoofer either in the left or right side. 2.1-channel system 5.1-channel system (Virtual CINEMA FRONT) •...

  • Page 15: Setting The Speaker Impedance

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ Setting the speaker impedance Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 6-ohm speakers. When connecting 8-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedance to “8 Ω MIN”. Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet.

  • Page 16: Connecting Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting speakers ■ 5.1-channel system Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. Connecting speaker cables The following diagram provides connections for Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting 5.1-channel system as an example.

  • Page 17: Connecting Front Speakers That Support Bi-Amp Connections

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting front speakers that Connecting Zone2 speakers Caution support bi-amp connections • Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or The Zone2 function allows you to playback an input cables that connect a woofer with a tweeter. Refer to the source in the room where the unit is installed (main instruction manual of the speakers for details.

  • Page 18: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    Input/output jacks and cables ■ ■ ❑ AUDIO jacks Video/audio jacks Audio jacks (Stereo L/R jacks) ❑ HDMI jacks ❑ OPTICAL jacks Transmit analog stereo audio signals. Use a stereo pin Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single Transmit digital audio signals.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a TV ■ Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. You can Composite video connection also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. Connect the TV to the unit with a video pin cable and a digital optical cable.

  • Page 20: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting playback devices ■ The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow Composite video connection you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect a Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital BLUETOOTH device, an iPod, or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
  • Page 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit.

  • Page 22: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 23: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the radio antennas ■ ■ FM/AM antennas (RX-S601) DAB/FM antenna (RX-S601D) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall.

  • Page 24: Preparing For Connecting To A Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Preparing for connecting to a network Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. • Some security software installed on your PC or the firewall settings of network devices (such as a router) You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and may block the access of the unit to the network devices or the Internet.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Power Cable

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the power cable Before connecting the power cable (General model only) Set the switch position of VOLTAGE SELECTOR according to your local voltage. Voltages are AC 110–120/220–240 V, 50/60 Hz. •...

  • Page 26: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Selecting an on-screen menu language SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Select the desired on-screen menu language. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. AUDIO AUDIO •...

  • Page 27: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI 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 and connect it to the YPAO MIC jack on the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic front panel.
  • Page 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To start the measurement, use the cursor keys to Press ENTER after confirming the measurement SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI select “Start” and press SETUP. result. The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “SAVE”...

  • Page 29: Error Messages

    Exit YPAO, and turn off and on the unit. If this error occurs Procedure to handle errors E-10:Internal Err. An internal error has occurred. repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or (E-10:INTERNAL) service center. Check the content of error message and press ENTER.

  • Page 30: Warning Messages

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. Warning message Cause Remedy...

  • Page 31: Connecting To A Network Wirelessly

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting to a network wirelessly ■ Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing a Connecting without a wireless router (access point) wireless connection. Connect a mobile device to the unit directly.

  • Page 32: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Wireless SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI (Wi-Fi)” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
  • Page 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the SLEEP SLEEP If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform HDMI HDMI desired connection method.
  • Page 34 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting using a USB cable ■ B: Using the WPS button configuration SLEEP SLEEP If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the HDMI HDMI...
  • Page 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ C: Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired SLEEP SLEEP If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS button HDMI HDMI connection method and press ENTER.
  • Page 36 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Searching for an access point Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Connect” and SLEEP SLEEP If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the HDMI HDMI press ENTER to start the connection process.
  • Page 37 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Setting up the wireless connection manually SLEEP SLEEP If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the • If you select “None”, the connection may be insecure since the HDMI HDMI communication is not encrypted.
  • Page 38 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Using the WPS PIN code SLEEP SLEEP If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of HDMI HDMI available access points appears on the TV screen. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired access point and press ENTER.

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

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Security” and SLEEP SLEEP directly (Wireless Direct) HDMI HDMI the cursor keys (e/r) to select the encryption method.
  • Page 40 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Save” and SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI press ENTER to save the setting. This completes the settings and “Completed” appears on the TV screen. Next, configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device.

  • Page 41: Playback

    POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU MUTE For details on the following operations, see the corresponding pages. ENTER ENTER • Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-S601) (p.48) • Listening to DAB radio (RX-S601D) (p.52) RETURN RETURN DISPLAY DISPLAY • Listening to FM radio (RX-S601D) (p.56)

  • Page 42: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Configuring scene assignments The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound program, and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off with just one touch. AUDIO AUDIO Perform the following operations to prepare the...

  • Page 43: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI ❑ I want to enjoy listening to compressed music. The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with • Enable Compressed Music Enhancer by pressing ENHANCER your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo (p.47).

  • Page 44: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp 3D)

    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 3D). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual This program reproduces monaural video sources, such as classic movies, in an atmosphere of a good old movie theater.

  • Page 45: Virtual Cinema Dsp

    ■ ■ Sound programs suitable for music (MUSIC) Enjoying sound field effects without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP) The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 5ch Stereo) when no This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 surround speakers are connected, the unit automatically creates the surround sound seats that uses stylish wood for the interior finishing.

  • Page 46: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

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

  • Page 47: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Direct Playback)

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

  • Page 48: Listening To Fm/Am Radio (Rx-S601)

    Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-S601) SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations. AUDIO AUDIO Press FM or AM to select a band.

  • Page 49: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite radio stations (presets) When the Auto Preset process finishes, “FINISH” appears and the “Option” menu closes automatically. SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their...

  • Page 50: Selecting A Preset Station

    ■ ■ Selecting a preset station Clearing preset stations SLEEP SLEEP Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. HDMI HDMI Press FM or AM to select “TUNER” as the input Press FM or AM to select “TUNER”...

  • Page 51: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning SLEEP SLEEP • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not HDMI HDMI (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 52: Listening To Dab Radio (Rx-S601D)

    Listening to DAB radio (RX-S601D) SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and more stable reception compared to analog signals. The • If no DAB radio stations are found by an initial scan, the message in Step 1 unit can also receive DAB+ (an upgraded version of DAB) that appears again.

  • Page 53: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    ■ Registering favorite DAB radio stations Selecting a preset DAB radio station SLEEP SLEEP (presets) Tune into a registered DAB radio station by selecting its preset HDMI HDMI number. You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting Press DAB to select the DAB band.

  • Page 54: Displaying The Dab Information

    ■ Clearing preset DAB radio stations Displaying the DAB information SLEEP SLEEP Clear DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. HDMI HDMI The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. Press DAB to select the DAB band.

  • Page 55: Checking Reception Strength Of Each Dab Channel Label

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

  • Page 56: Listening To Fm Radio (Rx-S601D)

    Listening to FM radio (RX-S601D) SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI You can tune into an FM radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations. AUDIO AUDIO Selecting a frequency for reception BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PARTY PARTY MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 Press FM to select the FM band.

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

    Registering favorite FM radio stations SLEEP SLEEP (presets) • To specify the preset number from which to start the registration, press HDMI HDMI PRESET or cursor keys (q/w) to select a preset number within 5 seconds after step 4 (while “READY” is displayed) and then press ENTER (or just You can register up to 40 FM radio stations as presets.
  • Page 58 ■ ■ Selecting a preset FM radio station Clearing preset FM radio stations SLEEP SLEEP Tune into a registered FM radio station by selecting its preset Clear FM radio stations registered to the preset numbers. HDMI HDMI number. Press FM to select the FM band. Press FM to select the FM band.

  • Page 59: Radio Data System Tuning

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

  • Page 60: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via BLUETOOTH SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Playback BLUETOOTH device music on the You can play back music files stored on a BLUETOOTH device (such as smartphones) on the unit. unit AUDIO AUDIO Follow the procedure below to establish a BLUETOOTH connection between a BLUETOOTH device (such as smartphones) and the unit, BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 61: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable supplied with the iPod. • The iPod charges while it is connected to the unit. If you set the unit to standby You can also play back iPod music in other methods.

  • Page 62: Playback Screen

    ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI i P o d i P o d M u s i c N o w P l a y i n g P l a y l i s t s A r t i s t N a m e A r t i s t s AUDIO...
  • Page 63 ■ ■ Operating the iPod itself (simple play) Repeat/shuffle settings SLEEP SLEEP You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI Press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “iPod Mode” and • During simple play, configure the repeat/shuffle settings directly on your iPod. press ENTER.

  • Page 64: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes or iPhone/iPad/iPod touch music on the unit via network. Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. iTunes Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 65 ■ Playback screen SLEEP SLEEP • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by HDMI HDMI setting “Network Standby” (p.100) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. A i r P l a y •...

  • Page 66: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Playback of USB storage device contents You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device AUDIO AUDIO contents and start playback.
  • Page 67 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI U S B U S B T o p N o w P l a y i n g B l u e s C l a s s i c a l A r t i s t N a m e E l e c t r o n i c a AUDIO...
  • Page 68 ■ Repeat/shuffle settings SLEEP SLEEP You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for playback of USB HDMI HDMI storage device contents. When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the cursor keys to select “Repeat” (Repeat) or PARTY PARTY MAIN...

  • Page 69: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) ❑ For Windows Media Player 11 You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. Start Windows Media Player 11 on your PC. • To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router (p.24). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Information”...

  • Page 70: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    ■ Playback of PC music contents Browse screen SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and S E R V E R start playback. N A S A You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV B l u e s C l a s s i c a l screen.
  • Page 71 ■ ■ Playback screen Repeat/shuffle settings SLEEP SLEEP You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for the playback of PC HDMI HDMI music content. S E R V E R N o w P l a y i n g When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, A r t i s t N a m e press OPTION.

  • Page 72: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI ■ Browse screen You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. AUDIO AUDIO • Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the N E T R A D I O T o p unit via HDMI.
  • Page 73 ■ Playback screen SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI N E T R A D I O N o w P l a y i n g S t a t i o n N a m e AUDIO AUDIO A l b u m N a m e S o n g T i t l e 2 : 3 0 BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 74: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

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

  • Page 75: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) Preparing Zone2 The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room where the unit is installed (main zone) and in another room (Zone2). For example, while you are watching TV in the living room (main zone), another person Connect the device that will be used in Zone2 to the unit.

  • Page 76: Controlling Zone2

    AUDIO AUDIO Input selection Input selection keys keys Each time you press the key, Zone2 output is enabled or • Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-S601) (p.48) disabled. BLUETOOTH • Listening to DAB/FM radio (RX-S601D) (p.52) PARTY PARTY MAIN ZONE 2 MAIN/ When Zone2 output is enabled, “ZONE 2”...
  • Page 77 ■ ■ Selecting the input source with the SCENE Enjoying the same source in multiple SLEEP SLEEP function rooms (party mode) HDMI HDMI You can use the SCENE function to select the input source for The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music Zone2 playback.

  • Page 78: Useful Functions

    Useful functions SLEEP SLEEP HDMI HDMI ■ Registering favorite items (shortcut) Recalling a registered item Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number. AUDIO AUDIO You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents as shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut Press BLUETOOTH, NET or USB.

  • Page 79: Switching Information On The Front Display

    Switching information on the front display Press INFO (WPS) on the front panel. Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes. CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE VOL. VIRTUAL Audio Decoder ADAPTIVE DRC Item name About 3 seconds later, the corresponding information for the displayed item appears.

  • Page 80: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Option menu items You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Press OPTION.
  • Page 81 ■ DSP/Surround (DSP/Surround) Item Function Page Configures the repeat setting for the iPod (p.63), Configures the sound field program and surround settings. Repeat (Repeat) — USB storage device (p.68), or media server (p.71). Configures the shuffle setting for the iPod (p.63), ❑...
  • Page 82 ■ ■ Volume Trim (Volume Trim) Signal Info (Signal Info) Fine-adjusts volume difference between input sources or subwoofer volume. Displays information about the video/audio signal. Choices ❑ Input Trim (In.Trim) Format (FORMAT) Audio format of the input signal Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothered by volume differences when switching between input sources, use this function to correct it.
  • Page 83 ■ Video Out (Video) Selects a video to be output with the selected audio source. For example, you can watching the video while listening to the radio. Input sources TUNER, USB, Bluetooth, AUX Settings Off (Off) Does not output video. HDMI 1–6, AV 1–3 Outputs video input through the corresponding video input jacks.

  • Page 84: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup menu) You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select a setting and press ENTER. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. •...

  • Page 85: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. 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 86 Menu Item Function Page CINEMA DSP 3D Mode Enables/disables CINEMA DSP 3D. Panorama Enables/disables the broadening effect of the front sound field. DSP Parameter Center Width Adjusts the broadening effect of the center sound field. Dimension Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. Center Image Adjusts the center orientation level (broadening effect) of the front sound field.
  • Page 87 Menu Item Function Page Bluetooth Enables/disables the BLUETOOTH functions. Bluetooth Audio Receive Disconnect Terminates the BLUETOOTH connection between the BLUETOOTH device (such as smartphones) and the unit. Bluetooth Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from BLUETOOTH devices (BLUETOOTH standby). Language Select an on-screen menu language.

  • Page 88: Speaker

    Speaker Configures the speaker settings manually. Front 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 89 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 90: Test Tone

    ■ Level Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired band (frequency) and the cursor keys (e/r) to adjust the gain. Adjusts the volume of each speaker. Setting range Choices -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB Front L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Subwoofer Setting range -10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) E q u a l i z e r...

  • Page 91: Hdmi

    HDMI Configures the HDMI settings. Standby Through Select whether to output videos/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when • Default settings are underlined. the unit is in standby mode. If this function is set to “On” or “Auto”, you can use the input selection keys (HDMI 1–6) to select an HDMI input even when the unit is in ■...
  • Page 92 Standby Sync SCENE Select whether to use HDMI control to link the standby behavior of the TV and the Enables/disable SCENE link playback when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. unit 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 Settings selection.

  • Page 93: Sound

    Sound Configures the audio output settings. Dimension Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. Higher • Default settings are underlined. to strengthen the front sound field and lower to strengthen the surround sound field. This setting is effective when “bPLII Music” is selected. ■...
  • Page 94 ■ ■ Lipsync Volume Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. Configures the volume settings. Scale • You can enable/disable the Lipsync function by input sources in “Lipsync” (p.82) in the “Option” menu. Switches the scale of the volume display. Select Settings Selects the method to adjust the delay between video and audio output.
  • Page 95 Zone2 Max Volume Sets the Zone2 maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness. Setting range -30.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB • This setting is available only when “Power Amp Assign” (p.88) is set to “Zone2”. Zone2 Initial Volume Sets the Zone2 initial volume when the Zone2 output is enabled.

  • Page 96: Eco

    Configures the power supply settings. • 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 20 minutes and the unit has not detected any input signal for the specified time.

  • Page 97: Function

    Function Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. ■ Input Skip • Default settings are underlined. Set which input source is skipped when operating the INPUT knob on the front panel. ■...

  • Page 98: Party Mode Set

    ■ 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 Default an HDMI cable. Assigns the unit's input sources to each key. The assigned input sources can be set separately.

  • Page 99: Network

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

  • Page 100: Mac Address Filter

    ■ ■ MAC Address Filter Network Standby Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby). Settings • Operation of the AirPlay function (p.64) or the DMC is not limited by this setting. Disables the network standby function.

  • Page 101: Bluetooth

    ■ Network Update Bluetooth Updates the firmware via the network. Configures the BLUETOOTH settings. Perform Update ■ Bluetooth Starts the process to update the unit’s firmware. For details, see “Updating the unit’s firmware via the network” (p.106). Enables/disables the BLUETOOTH function (p.60). Settings Firmware Version Disables the BLUETOOTH function.

  • Page 102: Language

    Language Select an on-screen menu language. • Default settings are underlined. Settings English English 日本語 Japanese Français French Deutsch German Español Spanish Русский Russian Italiano Italian 中文 Chinese • Japanese and Chinese characters used in content information (such as song titles) cannot be displayed. •...

  • Page 103: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) ADVANCED SETUP menu items Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Set the unit to standby mode. While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press z (power). •...

  • Page 104: Selecting The Remote Control Id (Remote Id)

    Since the unit automatically selects the video signal type so that it matches to the TV, it ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a is unnecessary to change the setting normally. Change the setting only when images unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 105: Updating The Firmware (Update)

    Updating the firmware (UPDATE) MUTE CHARGE ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP VOL. ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL UPDATE•••••USB New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from our website. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network.

  • Page 106: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    • To perform the following procedure, your TV must be connected to the unit via SETUP HDMI. If not, perform the update from the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu TOP MENU TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU (p.105). • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. Cursor keys Cursor keys ENTER ENTER RETURN RETURN DISPLAY DISPLAY •...

  • Page 107: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another the “Option” menu (p.82). 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 108 I want to enjoy videos/audio played back on the video device I want to customize the unit... even when the unit is in standby mode… Various functions to customize the unit are available. If you have connected a video device to the unit with HDMI, you can output •...

  • Page 109: 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. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 15 seconds to initialize The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric The power does not turn off.
  • Page 110 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 111: Audio

    Audio Problem Cause Remedy 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 112 Problem Cause Remedy Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the TV audio is output from the The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. speakers connected to the unit. A TV that does not support ARC is connected to the unit only with Use a digital optical cable to make an audio connection (p.19).

  • Page 113: 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 114: Fm/Am Radio (Am Radio Feature Is Available Only On Rx-S601.)

    FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is available only on RX-S601.) Problem Cause Remedy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. Set “FM Mode” in the “Option” menu to “Mono” to select monaural FM radio FM radio reception is weak or noisy.

  • Page 115: 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 116: Bluetooth

    Problem Cause Remedy Microwave ovens or other wireless devices in your neighborhood Turn off these devices. might disturb the wireless communication. Wireless network is not found. Access to the network is restricted by the firewall settings of the Check the firewall setting of the wireless router (access point). wireless router (access point).

  • Page 117: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Twist the bare wires of the cables firmly and connect to the unit and speakers properly. Internal Error An internal error has occurred. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. There are no playable files in the selected folder. Select a folder that contains files supported by the unit.

  • Page 118: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is a compressed digital audio format developed by DTS, Inc. that supports 7.1-channel and 96 kHz/24-bit audio. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio remains fully compatible with the existing multichannel audio systems that support DTS Digital Surround. This technology is used for audio on ■...

  • Page 119: Hdmi And Video Information

    HDMI and video information Sampling frequency/Quantization bit Sampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an analog audio signal is digitized. These values are noted as in the following example: “48 kHz/24-bit”. Component video signal • Sampling frequency With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and Sampling frequency (the number of times the signal is sampled per second) is called the sampling rate.

  • Page 120: Yamaha Technologies

    Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own • BLUETOOTH devices that support A2DP can be used.

  • Page 121: Video Signal Flow

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

  • Page 122: Information On Hdmi

    To use HDMI Control, you need to perform the following HDMI Control link setup after Information on HDMI connecting the TV and playback devices. For details on settings and operating your TV, refer to the instruction manual for the TV. HDMI Control HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI.

  • Page 123: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    e Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “HDMI Control” and the cursor keys (e/r) to Audio Return Channel (ARC) select “On” as shown below. ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video signal to the TV.

  • Page 124: Hdmi Signal Compatibility

    HDMI signal compatibility Audio signals Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, BD (Blu-ray disc), Multichannel Linear PCM 8ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit HD DVD 2 to 5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz, 1 bit SACD...

  • Page 125: Trademarks

    App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. This receiver supports network connections. Bluetooth protocol stack (Blue SDK) Copyright 1999-2014 OpenSynergy GmbH All rights reserved.

  • Page 126: Specifications

    - Wireless Network Standard: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n • YPAO MIC x 1 TUNER • Analog Tuner [RX-S601 U.K. and Europe models] FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) [RX-S601 other models] FM/AM x 1 (TUNER) [RX-S601D U.K. and Europe models]...

  • Page 127: Audio Section

    Compatible Decoding Formats • Maximum Effective Output Power (1-channel driven) • Filter Characteristics (1 kHz, 10% THD, 8 Ω) (fc=40/60/80/90/100/110/120/160/200 Hz) • Decoding Format Front L/R ..............100 W/ch H.P.F. (Front, Center, Surround).........12 dB/oct. - Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus Center.................100 W/ch L.P.F.

  • Page 128: Video Section

    (Wired), Bluetooth Standby On ........1.7 W • Antenna Input ..........75 Ω unbalanced HDMI Control On, Standby Through On (No Signals),　 Network Standby On (Wireless Direct), Bluetooth Standby On AM section (RX-S601) ..................2.9 W • Tuning Range • Maximum Power Consumption [U.S.A.

  • Page 129: Index

    Index Symbols DAB/FM antenna connection Decoder Off (front display information) Envelope icon (p) Language Dimmer (Front Display) Lock icon (o) Lipsync DIRECT Numerics DLNA 2.1-channel system MAC Address DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) (DAB) 2ch Stereo Manual station preset (FM radio) DMC (Digital Media Controller) 4K Ultra HD Max Volume...
  • Page 130 Station preset (FM radio) Straight decode Subwoofer Trim Surround decoder Test Tone Tone Control USB jack USB storage device content playback Video/audio input jack combination Virtual CINEMA FRONT Volume scale Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer)
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