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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

    CONTENTS Accessories ............5 8 Connecting the power cable .
  • Page 3 Listening to DAB radio (RX-AS710D) ......58 Viewing the current status ........91 Preparing the DAB tuning .
  • Page 4 Yamaha technologies ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    Accessories Operating range of the remote control 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)

  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 7.1-channel speaker system. Allows you to enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces in • Bluetooth . p.66 various styles. . p.67 • iPod/iPhone . p.32 •...

  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    Full of useful functions! Useful tips ❑ Connecting various devices (p.23) ❑ Creating 3-dimensional sound fields (p.49) The combination of video/audio input jacks does not match an external device... A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks Connecting presence speakers allows you to create a Use “Audio In”...

  • Page 8: Useful Applications

    “AV CONTROLLER” will turn your smartphone/tablet into “AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you a Wi-Fi enabled remote control for your Yamaha network with cable connections between AV receiver and source products. This application provides you the flexibility to devices as well as AV receiver setup.

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel INPUT VOLUME PURE DIRECT ZONE INFO (WPS) SCENE PHONES YPAO MIC STRAIGHT PROGRAM BD/DVD RADIO SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT) AUDIO (RX-AS710 Europe model) ZONE key Standby indicator AUX (AUDIO) jack Enables/disables the audio output to Zone2 (p.85). Lights up when the unit is in standby mode under any of the For connecting devices, such as portable audio players following conditions.

  • Page 10: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) ENHANCER STEREO TUNED PARTY SLEEP MUTE ZONE VOL. ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL L C R FPR Bluetooth indicator Information display Lights up when the unit is in the eco mode (p.117). Lights up when the unit is connecting to a Bluetooth device Displays the current status (such as input name and sound (p.66).

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (RX-AS710 Europe model) TRIGGER HDMI 1 (BD/DVD) HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 HDMI 6 HDMI OUT WIRELESS NETWORK HDCP2.2 0.1A (NET) HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 SPEAKERS OPTICAL AC IN EXTRA SP (TV) ZONE2 / F.PRESENCE REMOTE ANTENNA SURROUND CENTER...

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Radio keys Transmits infrared signals. Operate the FM/AM/DAB radio when “TUNER” is selected as the input source (p.54, p.58). z (receiver power) key BAND Switches between FM and AM radio Turns on/off (standby) the unit. (RX-AS710), or DAB and FM (RX-AS710D).

  • Page 13: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.14) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.18) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.22) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.23) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.

  • Page 14: Placing Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Placing speakers Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples.
  • Page 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7.1-channel system (using surround back speakers) 6.1-channel system This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to enjoy extended surround sounds using the surround back speakers.
  • Page 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Front 5.1-channel system (using surround speakers) 4.1-channel system Even when surround speakers are placed in the front side, the unit creates the virtual surround speakers in the rear side to allow you to enjoy multichannel surround sound (Virtual 2.1-channel system CINEMA FRONT) when “Layout (Surround)”...
  • Page 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ Setting the speaker impedance Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a 6-ohm speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. In this case, you can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.

  • Page 18: Connecting Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting speakers Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. 7.1-channel system 7.1-channel system The following diagrams provide connections for 7.1- (using surround back speakers) (using presence speakers) and 6.1-channel systems as examples.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Subwoofer

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ 6.1-channel system Connecting speaker cables Connecting the subwoofer Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. the negative (-) terminal of the unit and the speaker, and the other is for the positive (+) terminal.

  • Page 20: Connecting Front Speakers That Support Bi-Amp Connections

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting front speakers that Caution support bi-amp connections • Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or cables that connect a woofer with a tweeter. Refer to the instruction manual of the speakers for details. If you are not When using front speakers that support bi-amp making bi-amp connections, make sure that the brackets or connections, connect them to the FRONT jacks and...

  • Page 21: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Input/output jacks and cables ■ ■ ■ Video/audio jacks Video jacks Audio jacks ❑ HDMI jacks ❑ COMPONENT VIDEO jacks ❑ OPTICAL jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single Transmit video signals separated into three Transmit digital audio signals.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a TV Connect a TV to the unit by using HDMI cable, so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. ■...

  • Page 23: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices ■ The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow Component video connection you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
  • Page 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ 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 (stereo If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your pin cable).
  • Page 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys to select “Audio In” and press ENTER. • The following operation is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. Use the cursor keys to select “AV4” (audio input jack to be used). After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit.

  • Page 26: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and a turntable to the unit. Use the AUX jack on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as portable Depending on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the audio players to the unit.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the radio antennas ■ ■ FM/AM antennas (RX-AS710) DAB/FM antenna (RX-AS710D) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface.

  • Page 28: Connecting A Network Cable Or Preparing The Wireless Antenna

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless Preparing the wireless antenna antenna for establishing a wireless network connection.

  • Page 29: Connecting Other Devices

    The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that supports a system connection or a device with a trigger input jack, you can use the trigger function by connecting the external device to the TRIGGER OUT jack with a monaural mini-plug cable.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power Cable

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 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 31: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Selecting an on-screen menu language HDMI HDMI Select the desired on-screen menu language from English, To confirm the setting, press ENTER. Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.

  • Page 32: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) HDMI HDMI The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to • If you want to use the presence speakers for 7.1-channel system (using your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the presence speakers) (p.15), set “Power Amp Assign”...
  • Page 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 The following screen appears on the TV. To save the measurement results, use the cursor HDMI HDMI keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO...

  • Page 34: Checking The Measurement Results

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Checking the measurement results Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments HDMI HDMI You can check the YPAO measurement results. When the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable, follow the procedure below to discard the manual settings After the measurement, use the cursor keys to and reload the previous YPAO adjustments.

  • Page 35: Error Messages

    Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO MIC jack firmly and follow the on-screen instructions to start the E-8: No Signal The YPAO microphone cannot detect test tones. measurement again. If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. E-9: User Cancel The measurement has been canceled.

  • Page 36: Warning Messages

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 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 37: Connecting To A Network Device Wirelessly

    (such as iPhone) The unit • For details on “AV CONTROLLER”, visit the Yamaha website. For details on connection, see “Connecting the unit to a wireless network” (p.38). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.28) or Wireless Direct (p.44).

  • Page 38: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Network HDMI HDMI Connection” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
  • Page 39 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
  • Page 40 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting using a USB cable ■ B: Using the WPS push button configuration If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the HDMI HDMI procedure below to share the iOS device setting with the unit.
  • Page 41 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ C: Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
  • Page 42 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Searching for an access point ❑ Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the HDMI HDMI unit starts searching for access points.
  • Page 43 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Using the PIN code Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. available access points appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 44: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check directly (Wireless Direct) HDMI HDMI “Wireless Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit directly.
  • Page 45 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the instruction manual of the mobile device.

  • Page 46: Playback

    PLAYBACK HDMI Basic playback procedure Input selection keys AUDIO TUNER On-screen input selection Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT a Press ON SCREEN. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...

  • Page 47: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) 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. Perform the following operations to prepare the AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...

  • Page 48: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode HDMI HDMI The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and On-screen sound program/surround decoder selection surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo a Press ON SCREEN.

  • Page 49: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp 3D)

    TV programs, and games. ❑ MOVIE THEATER 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 creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling...
  • Page 50 ❑ ENTERTAINMENT ■ Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC) This program allows listeners to enjoy the rich vividness of sport broadcasts and light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. Sports voices are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the You can also select stereo playback.

  • Page 51: Virtual Cinema Dsp

    If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 7ch Stereo) when no surround speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to reproduce up to 7-channel surround sound and enable you to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with the front-side speakers.

  • Page 52: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    ■ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder) HDMI HDMI You can play back input sources without any sound field effect The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel processing. playback from 2-channel or multichannel sources. ■ Playing back in original channels AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...

  • Page 53: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct) Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) HDMI HDMI When the Pure Direct 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 54: Listening To Fm/Am Radio (Rx-As710)

    Listening to FM/AM radio (RX-AS710) HDMI HDMI Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input TUNER AUDIO AUDIO TUNER •...

  • Page 55: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

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

  • Page 56: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning • “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 57: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    ■ Operating the radio on the TV Browse screen HDMI HDMI You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input TUNER AUDIO AUDIO TUNER source. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO The playback screen is displayed on the TV.

  • Page 58: Listening To Dab Radio (Rx-As710D)

    Listening to DAB radio (RX-AS710D) HDMI HDMI DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and more stable reception compared to analog signals. The VOL. BBC Radio 4 unit can also receive DAB+ (an upgraded version of DAB) that allows for more stations using MPEG-4 audio codec (AAC+), which TUNER AUDIO...

  • Page 59: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    VOL. • You can watch videos input from external devices while listening to radio by 02:Empty HDMI HDMI selecting the video input jack in “Video Out” (p.94) in the “Option” menu. “Empty” (not in use) or “Overwrite?” (in use) Registering favorite DAB radio stations TUNER AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 60: Displaying The Dab Information

    Displaying the DAB information HDMI HDMI The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. Tune into the desired DAB radio station. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO Press INFO. PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...

  • Page 61: Checking Reception Strength Of Each Dab Channel Label

    ■ Checking reception strength of each DAB DAB frequency information 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 62: Listening To Fm Radio (Rx-As710D)

    Listening to FM radio (RX-AS710D) HDMI HDMI Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input TUNER AUDIO AUDIO TUNER •...

  • Page 63: Registering Favorite Fm Radio Stations (Presets)

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

  • Page 64: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not HDMI HDMI Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System stations in many countries.

  • Page 65: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    ■ Operating the radio on the TV Browse screen HDMI HDMI You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input TUNER AUDIO AUDIO TUNER source. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO The playback screen is displayed on the TV.

  • Page 66: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via Bluetooth HDMI HDMI Playing back 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 TUNER TUNER Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO...

  • Page 67: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music HDMI HDMI Playback of iPod content You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable supplied with the iPod. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER playback.
  • Page 68 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.69) and playback status...
  • Page 69 ■ ■ Operating the iPod itself (simple play) Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are •...

  • Page 70: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device HDMI HDMI Playback of USB storage device contents You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device FAT32 format).
  • Page 71 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY...
  • Page 72 ■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB HDMI HDMI storage device contents. When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...

  • Page 73: 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.28). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...

  • Page 74: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV screen is displayed.
  • Page 75 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.76) and playback status...
  • Page 76 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC HDMI HDMI music content. When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...

  • Page 77: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio HDMI HDMI Playback of Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.28). You can Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...
  • Page 78 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Playback indicator Playback indicator PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME List name...

  • Page 79: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) HDMI HDMI By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmarks”, Access the vTuner website you can quickly access to them from the “Bookmarks” folder in the browse screen. (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID.

  • Page 80: 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/iPod music on the unit via network. iTunes Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 81 ■ Playback screen • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by HDMI HDMI setting “Network Standby” (p.113) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. • You can edit the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on iTunes/iPod in “Network Name”...

  • Page 82: 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 83 ■ ■ Using the unit’s internal amplifier Using an external amplifier Connect the speakers placed in Zone2 to the unit with speaker cables. Connect the external amplifier (with volume control) placed in Zone2 to the unit with a stereo pin cable. To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp Assign”...
  • Page 84 Operating the unit from Zone2 (remote connection) Remote connections between Yamaha products An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that You can operate the unit or external devices from Zone2 using the remote control support remote connections, as the unit does.

  • Page 85: Controlling Zone2

    Controlling Zone2 Start playback on the external device or select a HDMI HDMI radio station. AV 3–4 Set MAIN/ZONE2 to “ZONE2”. TUNER Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. BLUETOOTH For details on the following operations, see the Press z (receiver power).
  • Page 86 ■ Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) HDMI HDMI The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music that is being played back in the main zone. During the party mode, stereo playback is automatically selected for all zones. Utilize this function when you want to use main zone music as background AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 87: Useful Functions

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

  • Page 88: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) You can control the unit with the web control screen displayed in a web browser. Web browser • You can check the IP address of the unit in “Network” (p.119) in the “Information” menu. •...
  • Page 89 ■ ■ Top menu screen Control screen CONTROL PLAY INFO Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. STATUS TOP MENU Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. Moves to the top menu screen.
  • Page 90 ■ Settings screen BACK Moves to the top menu screen. RELOAD Reloads the current status of the unit. Note • If the network settings are changed, you may need to restart the browser or regain access to the unit. • When using the MAC address filter, make sure you specify the MAC addresses of your network devices correctly.

  • Page 91: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status HDMI HDMI Switching information on the front display Input source group Item Song (song title), Artist (artist name), Album (album AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER Bluetooth name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Press INFO. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PHONO PHONO Decoder (decoder name*)

  • Page 92: 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 93 Adaptive DRC (A.DRC) Item Function Page Shuffle Configures the shuffle setting for the iPod (p.69), Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically — (Shuffle) USB storage device (p.72), or media server (p.76). adjusted when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for Repeat Configures the repeat setting for the iPod (p.69), listening to playback at a low volume at night.
  • Page 94 ■ Setting range Video Processing (Video Process.) 0 to 5 (The bigger the value the higher the position) Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Processing” (p.110) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing. Ideal position Processing Enables the video signal processing.

  • Page 95: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring input sources (Input menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can change the input source settings using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Input” and press ENTER. •...
  • Page 96 ■ ■ Rename/Icon Select Audio In Changes the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Combines the video jack of the selected input source with an audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. Input sources •...

  • Page 97: Configuring The Scene Function (Scene Menu)

    ■ Volume Interlock Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Enables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.47) using the TV screen. Input sources AirPlay Press ON SCREEN. Settings Disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod. Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...

  • Page 98: Scene Menu Items

    ■ Load Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. Loads the settings registered for the selected scene. Select “DETAIL” to configure the SCENE link playback setting or view the scene assignments. Device Control Recalls a selected scene and starts its playback on an external device connected to the unit via HDMI.

  • Page 99: Configuring Sound Programs/Surround Decoders

    ■ Rename/Icon Select Configuring sound programs/surround Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. decoders (DSP Program menu) ■ Setup procedure You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w).

  • Page 100: Dsp Program Menu Items

    DSP Program menu items Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. • Available items vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. • Default settings are underlined. ■ Settings for sound programs Item Function Settings bPLIIx Movie (bPLII...
  • Page 101 ■ Settings for decoders Item Function Settings The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND 1.0 s to 5.0 s DECODER” to “bPLIIx Music” or “Neo:6 Music”. Adjust the decay time of the rear Higher to enrich the Reverb Time reverberant sound.

  • Page 102: Configuring Various Functions (Setup Menu)

    Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. •...

  • Page 103: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size.
  • Page 104 Menu Item Function Page Network Connection Selects the network connection method. IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Network Network Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from other network devices. MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices.

  • Page 105: Speaker (Manual Setup)

    Speaker (Manual Setup) Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Configures the speaker settings manually. Settings Select this option for large speakers. Large The front speakers will produce all of the front channel frequency • Default settings are underlined. components.
  • Page 106 Surround Back Subwoofer Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected and its phase. Settings Settings Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Select this option when a subwoofer is connected (phase not Normal reversed).

  • Page 107: Manual Equalizer Adjustment

    ■ ■ Distance Manual equalizer adjustment Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the Set “Parametric EQ” to “Manual” and press ENTER. speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance Press ENTER again to enter the edit screen.

  • Page 108: Sound

    ■ Test Tone Sound Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker Configures the audio output settings. balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Settings Does not output test tones. Outputs test tones automatically when you adjust the speaker balance or equalizer.

  • Page 109: Initial Volume

    ■ Initial Volume Adjustment Sets the initial volume when the receiver is turned on. Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when Settings “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Auto”. Sets the level to the volume level of the unit when it last entered Setting range standby mode.

  • Page 110: Video

    Video Aspect Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to Configures the video output settings. “Processing”. Settings Through Does not convert the aspect ratio. Outputs 4:3 video signals to a 16:9 TV with black bands on either side 16:9 Normal of the screen.

  • Page 111: Hdmi

    HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.142) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Configures the HDMI settings. Settings Disables ARC. Enables ARC. • You do not need to change this setting normally. In case noises are produced from the speakers connected to the unit because TV audio signals input to the unit via ARC are not supported by the unit, set “ARC”...

  • Page 112: Network

    ■ Audio Output Network Selects a device to output audio. Configures the network settings. • This setting is available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”. Enables/disables the audio output from the speakers connected to the unit. Settings Disables the audio output from the speakers. Enables the audio output from the speakers.

  • Page 113: Mac Address Filter

    ■ ■ IP Address MAC Address Filter Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. DHCP Filter Select whether to use a DHCP server. Enables/disables the MAC address filter. Settings Settings Does not use a DHCP server.

  • Page 114: Bluetooth

    ■ Network Name Bluetooth Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the Bluetooth settings. devices. ■ Procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry.

  • Page 115: Multi Zone

    ■ Multi Zone Zone2 Set Configures the Zone2 settings. Configures the multi zone settings. 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.105) is set to “5ch +1ZONE”. Initial Volume ■...

  • Page 116: Function

    ■ Function Trigger Output Sets the TRIGGER OUT jack to function in sync with the power status of each zone or Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. input switching. Trigger Mode Specifies the condition for the TRIGGER OUT jack to function. Settings The TRIGGER OUT jack functions in sync with the power status of the Power...

  • Page 117: Eco

    Target Zone Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized. Configures the power supply settings. Settings When “Trigger Mode” is set to “Power,” electronic signal transmission is synchronized with the power status of the main zone. Main When “Trigger Mode”...

  • Page 118: Language

    Language Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) Select an on-screen menu language. You can view information about the unit using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Information” and press ENTER. Settings English English 日本語...

  • Page 119: Types Of Information

    ■ Types of information Network Displays the network information on the unit. ■ (When using wired or wireless [Wi-Fi] network connection) Audio Signal Displays information about the current audio signal. IP Address IP address Subnet Mask Subnet mask Format Audio format of the input signal Default Gateway The IP address of the default gateway The number of source channels in the input signal...

  • Page 120: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    ■ System Configuring the system settings Displays the system information on the unit. (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting (p.121) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.121) Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the unit (p.121) Set the unit to standby mode.

  • Page 121: Changing The Speaker Impedance Setting (Sp Imp.)

    Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: Canada, Korea and General models: NTSC ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a Other models: PAL unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 122: Removing The Limitation On Hdmi Video Output (Mon.chk)

    Removing the limitation on HDMI video output Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) (MON.CHK) 4K MODE•MODE 2 MON.CHK••••YES Selects the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K (60 Hz/50 Hz) compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit. The unit automatically detects resolutions supported by a TV connected to the HDMI OUT jack.

  • Page 123: Updating The Firmware (Update)

    UPDATE•••••USB New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from the Yamaha website. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network. For details, refer to the information supplied with updates.

  • Page 124: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.123). unit’s firmware by pressing ENTER in the “System” screen. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. TOP MENU TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU OPTION OPTION...

  • Page 125: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.115). 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 remote control (p.121).

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    The power does not turn on. consecutively. When the unit is in this condition, the standby nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. indicator on the unit blinks if you try to turn on the power. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 10 seconds to initialize and The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric The power does not turn off.

  • Page 127: Audio

    Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.5). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit cannot be controlled using the remote The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
  • Page 128 Problem Cause Remedy The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. Protection). No sound from the playback device (connected to The unit is set not to output audio input through HDMI jacks from In “Audio Output”...

  • Page 129: 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. No video.

  • Page 130: Dab Radio (Rx-As710D)

    Problem Cause Remedy Select the station manually (p.54). Your area is too far from the FM station transmitter. Use an outdoor antenna. We recommend using a sensitive multi-element antenna. Radio stations cannot be selected automatically. Adjust the AM antenna orientation. Select the station manually (p.54).

  • Page 131: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the Bluetooth function (p.114). Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection Another Bluetooth device is already connected to the unit. (p.66). The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart. Move the Bluetooth device closer to the unit.

  • Page 132: 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 133 Problem Cause Remedy Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the The unit and smartphone/tablet are not in the same network. unit and smartphone/tablet to the same network. The application for smartphone/tablet “AV In “MAC Address Filter” in the “Setup” menu, disable the MAC address filter or CONTROLLER”...

  • Page 134: Error Indications On The Front Display

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

  • Page 135: Ideal Speaker Layout

    Ideal speaker layout Use this diagram as a guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly. 0.5 to 1 m 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 1.8 m 1.8 m (5.9 ft) (5.9 ft)

  • Page 136: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS-ES DTS-ES creates total 6.1-channel audio from 5.1-channel sources that are recorded with DTS-ES. This decoder adds a surround back sound to the original 5.1-channel sound. In the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 format, a surround back sound is recorded in the surround channels, and in the DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 format, a ■...

  • Page 137: Hdmi And Video Information

    Sampling frequency/Quantization bit HDMI and video information 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 138: 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 • The unit supports Bluetooth devices that support A2DP or AVRCP.

  • Page 139: File Formats

    ■ File formats ❑ USB/PC (NAS) Sampling Quantization The number Gapless File Bitrate frequency (kHz) bitrate (bit) of channels playback 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/ ✔ WAV * 16/24 — 176.4/192 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 —...

  • Page 140: Video Signal Flow

    Video signal flow ■ Video conversion table Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. • You can select the resolution and the aspect ratio applied to HDMI-output video processing in “Video Mode” (p.110) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 141: Information On Hdmi

    (Example) Information on HDMI HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as device power and volume) with TV remote control operations.

  • Page 142: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    d Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. Audio Return Channel (ARC) ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video signal to the TV. Check the following after the HDMI Control settings. Select a TV program with the TV remote control.

  • Page 143: 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 144: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    Reference diagram (rear panel) TRIGGER HDMI 1 (BD/DVD) HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 HDMI 6 HDMI OUT NETWORK WIRELESS HDCP2.2 0.1A (NET) HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 SPEAKERS OPTICAL AC IN EXTRA SP (TV) ZONE2 / F.PRESENCE REMOTE ANTENNA SURROUND CENTER FRONT...
  • Page 145 ® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. 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. Android™ Google Play™ Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.
  • Page 146 Specifications Input jacks Other jacks TUNER • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 • Analog Tuner Audio x 4 (AV 3–4, PHONO, AUX) [RX-AS710 U.K. and Europe models] • REMOTE IN x 1 FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) •...

  • Page 147: Audio Section

    • WiFi function • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) • Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 Ω) - Capable of WPS by PIN Method and Push-Button-Method PHONO to Speaker Out (FRONT) (1 kHz, 10 V) - Capable of sharing with iOS devices by wireless connection Front L/R ...............80 W/ch ................
  • Page 148 FM Section • Power Consumption [Canada model] ..............190 W • Tuning Range [Asia and General models] ..........170 W [Canada model]........87.5 MHz to 107.9 MHz [Other models] ..............190 W [Asia and General models] • Standby Power Consumption ........87.5/87.50 MHz to 108.0/108.00 MHz HDMI Control Off, Standby Through Off, Network Standby Off [Other models].........87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz ..................0.1 W...
  • Page 149 Index Symbols Dimmer Network Standby DLNA Exclamation mark (!) DMC (Digital Media Controller) Lock icon (o) Option menu DSP Program (front display information) Numerics 2.1-channel system Parametric EQ 2ch Stereo Party mode Error indication (front display) 4K Ultra HD PHONES jack Extra Bass 5.1-channel system Power Amp Assign...
  • Page 150 Trigger function USB jack USB storage device content playback Video/audio input jack combination Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Wallpaper Web control Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) YPAO MIC jack YPAO Volume Zone2...
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