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Yamaha CX-A5200BL Owner's Manual

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• This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home.
• This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit.
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• Read the supplied booklet "Quick Start Guide" before using the unit.

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  • Page 1 AV Pre-Amplifier Owner’s Manual • This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home. • This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit. • Read the supplied booklet “Quick Start Guide” before using the unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction 3 Connecting a TV and playback devices .........33 Connecting a TV ............................33 Accessories................... 5 Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players)..................34 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players)..................36 About this book ................5 Connecting to the jacks on the front panel ....................37 About remote control ..............
  • Page 3 PLAYBACK Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) ....90 Media sharing setup .............................90 Basic playback procedure .............63 Playback of PC music contents ........................91 Listening to Internet radio ............94 Selecting an HDMI output jack ........................63 Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch Playback of Internet radio..........................94 (SCENE) ..................64 Registering favorite Internet radio stations (Favorites) ................96...
  • Page 4 HDMI and video information ........................168 Backing up/recovering the settings (BACKUP/RESTORE)................ 150 Network information ..........................169 Restoring the default settings (INITIALIZE)....................150 Yamaha technologies ..........................169 Updating the firmware (FIRM. UPDATE)....................151 Supported devices and file formats ..........170 Checking the firmware version (VERSION) ....................151 Supported devices............................170...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Accessories About this book Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the CX-A5200 (U.S.A. model), unless otherwise specified. AM antenna YPAO microphone In this manual, illustrations of English menu screens are used as examples. (except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle Some features are not available in certain regions.

  • Page 6: About Remote Control

    About remote control This section explains how to use the supplied remote control. Batteries Insert the batteries the right way round. Operating range of the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below.

  • Page 7: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit The unit is equipped with the various useful features. Providing a realistic feel and Backlit remote control (p.18) surround effect optimized for the This unit’s backlit remote control provides excellent Playing back TV audio in surround scene of the content visibility, making it easy to use, even in a dark room.
  • Page 8 CINEMA DSP The excitement of a concert hall and the powerful sense of being inside a movie - we all want to enjoy these experiences in our own living room. Yamaha has pursued the fulfillment of these desires for more than 30 years, and this fulfillment has now taken shape as the Yamaha AV receivers.
  • Page 9 YPAO YPAO is Yamaha original automatic calibration system to optimizing your sound and surround environment by using microphone measurement. It can be create ideal listening environment for maximizing high sound quality contents playback by adjusting various speakers setting and the sound field automatically.
  • Page 10 Unrivaled audio and video quality You can enjoy unrivaled high-quality audio and videos with the unit. High-resolution music enhancer High-quality video processing Hi-bit high-sampling extension up to 96 kHz / 24-bit can be applied to lossless 44.1/48 kHz From low-quality digital video to BD (Blu-ray disc) images, any content can be played back as content such as from a CD (2-channel PCM) or a FLAC file for further heightening of the a high-quality image (p.132).
  • Page 11 Expandable to meet diverse needs The unit provides excellent expandability which is applicable to all uses. The best expandability in Yamaha Multi-zone function You can enjoy the highest peak of CINEMA DSP - an 11.2-channel 3-dimensional sound field. The multi-zone function (p.99) allows you to play back different input sources in the room where the unit is installed (main zone) and in other rooms (such as Zone2).

  • Page 12: Av Controller

    “AV CONTROLLER” will turn your smartphone/tablet into a Wi-Fi enabled remote control for “MusicCast CONTROLLER” is an application that allows you to link a MusicCast compatible your Yamaha network products. This application provides you the flexibility to control the device to other MusicCast compatible devices in other rooms and play them back available inputs, volume, mute, power commands and playback source.

  • Page 13: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions This section explains the functions of the parts of the unit. Front panel MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT INPUT VOLUME SCENE INFO (WPS) SETUP OPTION MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) PROGRAM MULTI ZONE TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL RETURN...
  • Page 14 ■ Inside of the front panel door INFO (WPS) SETUP OPTION SCENE MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) MULTI ZONE PROGRAM TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL RETURN HELP PHONES YPAO MIC SILENT CINEMA AUDIO (U.S.A. model) SETUP key SCENE keys FM and DAB keys (Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East Displays the Setup menu on the TV.

  • Page 15: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) VOL. MUTE ZONE ZONE ZONE PARTY A-DRC VIRTUAL YPAO VOL. LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED R FPR Hi-Res ENHANCER SLEEP HDMI Volume indicator VIRTUAL Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Indicates the current volume. Lights up when the Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) or Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) (p.66), or the virtual surround MUTE...

  • Page 16: Rear Panel

    Rear panel HDMI (HDCP2.2) NETWORK HDMI OUT HDMI OUT (4 NET) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 AV 6 AV 7 (HDCP2.2) (HDCP2.2) (8 SERVER) (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) (ZONE OUT) AC IN MULTI CH INPUT AV 1 AV 2 AV 3...
  • Page 17 PHONO jacks PRE OUT (XLR) jacks For connecting to a turntable (p.36). For connecting to a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (p.31) or a power amplifier (p.30). MULTI CH INPUT jacks For connecting to a device that supports multichannel output and inputting audio signals (p.40) Wireless antenna For a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection to a network (p.56) and a Bluetooth connection (p.85).

  • Page 18: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter HDMI OUT key Selects HDMI OUT jacks to be used for video/audio output (p.63). Transmits infrared signals. z (receiver power) key PURE DIRECT key MAIN 2 3 4 Enables/disables the Pure Direct (p.71). SLEEP ZONE Turns on/off (standby) the zone selected with the MAIN/ZONE PARTY...

  • Page 19: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers................(p.20) Connecting the power amplifier and subwoofers.

  • Page 20: Placing Speakers

    Placing speakers The unit has 11.2-channel pre-amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 11 channel speakers (via a power amplifier) and up to 2 subwoofers to create the favorite acoustic space in your room. You can also apply multi-zone configurations to enhance your system (p.99). Ideal speaker layout Functions of each speaker Speaker type...

  • Page 21: Basic Speaker Configuration

    Basic speaker configuration If you do not multi-zone configurations, follow the procedure below to place the speakers in your room and connect them to the unit. ■ Placing speakers in your room 11.2-channel system [S7.2.4] (using both surround back and rear presence speakers) Depending on the number of speakers, place the speakers and subwoofer in your room.
  • Page 22 9.2-channel system [S5.2.4] (using rear presence speakers) 9.2-channel system [S7.2.2] (using surround back speakers) This speaker system uses the front and rear presence speakers to produce a highly-natural This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional 3-dimensional sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the sound field, and also allows you to enjoy extended surround sounds using the surround back surround speakers to add a sense of depth to the rear sound field.
  • Page 23 7.1-channel system [S5.1.2] (using front presence speakers) 7.1-channel system [S7.1.0] (using surround back speakers) This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional This speaker system creates front Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to enjoy speakers to add a sense of depth to the rear sound field.
  • Page 24 5.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system (using surround speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and Even when surround speakers are placed in the front side, the unit creates the virtual surround surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround speakers in the rear side to allow you to enjoy multichannel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers to add a sense of depth to the rear sound FRONT) when “Layout (Surround)”...
  • Page 25 Front 5.1-channel system (using front presence speakers) 2.1-channel system This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional Even when no surround speakers are connected, the unit creates the virtual surround speakers sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front speakers to allow you to using the front speakers to allow you to enjoy multichannel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA enjoy multichannel surround sound (Virtual CINEMA DSP).
  • Page 26 Presence speaker layout Dolby Enabled SP Use the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. The unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height/Rear Height, It utilizes sounds reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sounds only from speakers Overhead and Dolby Enabled SP).
  • Page 27 When using four presence speakers Installation position Front presence speakers: the ceiling between the extensions of the front speakers and listening position Rear presence speakers: the ceiling between the extensions of the listening position and surround (or surround back) speakers Caution Be sure to use speakers that are made for ceiling use and take anti-drop measures.

  • Page 28: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    Input/output jacks and cables The unit is equipped with the following input/output jacks. Prepare the cables that match the jacks on your devices. ■ Video/audio jacks ■ Video jacks ■ Audio jacks To input/output video and audio signals, use the following To input only video signals, use the following jacks.
  • Page 29 XLR jacks Transmit analog audio signals. Use an XLR balanced cable. XLR input jacks Match the pins and insert the “male” connector of the XLR balanced cable until you hear a click. XLR balanced cable (male) IO 4 A U D When disconnecting the cable from the unit, hold down the PUSH button on the unit and then pull the connector out.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power Amplifier And Subwoofers

    Connecting the power amplifier and subwoofers Connect the power amplifier and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. ■ Balanced connection Depending on the speaker system you want to use, connect the corresponding PRE OUT (XLR) Connecting a power amplifier jacks of the unit to the amplifier with XLR balanced cables.

  • Page 31: Connecting Subwoofers

    ■ Unbalanced connection Connecting subwoofers Depending on the speaker system you want to use, connect the corresponding PRE OUT (RCA) Connect the subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the PRE OUT jacks of the unit. jacks of the unit to the amplifier with audio pin cables (RCA unbalanced cables). Select a balanced (XLR) or an unbalanced (RCA) connection depending on the input jacks available on your subwoofer.
  • Page 32 ■ Unbalanced connection Connect the subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the SUBWOOFER PREOUT (RCA) 1–2 jacks of the unit with audio pin cables (RCA unbalanced cables). The unit (rear) HDMI (HDCP2.2) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME)

  • Page 33: Connecting A Tv And Playback Devices

    Connecting a TV and playback devices The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. Connecting a TV • You do not make an audio cable connection between the TV and the unit in the following cases: Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV.

  • Page 34: Connecting Video Devices (Such As Bd/Dvd Players)

    ■ Connecting another TV or a projector Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) If a second TV or projector is connected to the HDMI OUT 2 jack, you can use the remote control Connect video devices such as BD/DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and game consoles to the to switch the TV (or projector) to be used for watching video (p.63).
  • Page 35 ■ Component video connection ■ Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable (digital Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital coaxial, coaxial or stereo pin cable).

  • Page 36: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) Audio output PHONO jacks (PHONO) PHONO Connect audio devices such as CD players and a turntable to the unit. Depending on the audio PHONO output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections. The unit (rear) •...

  • Page 37: Connecting To The Jacks On The Front Panel

    Connecting to the jacks on the front panel The AUX jacks are convenient for temporarily connecting an audio playback device. Use stereo pin cables to connect an audio device (such as a CD player) to the unit. For details on connecting a USB device to the USB jack, see “Connecting a USB storage device” (p.86).

  • Page 38: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    Connecting the radio antennas Connect the supplied radio antenna to the unit. Connecting the AM antenna Hold down Insert Release FM/AM antennas (except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. • Unwind only the length of cable needed from the AM antenna unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Network Cable Or Preparing The Wireless Antenna

    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 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) may block the access of the unit to the network devices or the Internet.

  • Page 40: Connecting Other Devices

    The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the unit (such You can connect an analog multichannel output device such as a DVD player and an SACD as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a power amplifier or a Yamaha subwoofer player to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Power Cable

    Connecting the power cable After all the connections are complete, connect the supplied power cable to the unit and then to an AC wall outlet. The unit (rear) NETWORK DMI OUT (4 NET) HDCP2.2) (8 SERVER) ZONE OUT) AC IN RS-232C To an AC wall outlet SUBWOOFER...

  • Page 42: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    Selecting an on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language from English, Japanese, MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Use the cursor keys to select “Language” and press SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 43: Configuring The Necessary Speaker Settings

    Configuring the necessary speaker settings If you use any of the following speaker configurations, follow the MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Configure the corresponding speaker settings. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE procedure below to configure the corresponding speaker settings PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 44: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position and SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your...
  • Page 45 If desired, select the measuring options. Use the cursor keys to select “Multi Measure” (p.46) or MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 “Angle/Height Measure” (p.47) and press ENTER. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT...

  • Page 46: Multi Measure

    Multi Measure Multi measure Single measure (5 listening positions) Selects multi measure or single measure. Measuring method Multi measure Multi measure Select this option if you will have several listening positions or if you want others (1 listening position + (2 listening positions + to enjoy surround sound.

  • Page 47: Angle/Height Measure

    Angle/Height Measure Measuring at one listening position (single measure) Enables/disables the angle/height measurement. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE Follow the procedure below to take a measurement when the “Multi PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT...
  • Page 48 (when angle/height measurement is enabled) Place the microphone base at the listening position and set the Proceed to Step 2. YPAO microphone to the position “1”. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT...
  • Page 49 Set the YPAO microphone at the top of the pole and perform the To save the measurement results, use the cursor keys to fourth angle measurement. select “Save” and press ENTER. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE...

  • Page 50: Measuring At Multiple Listening Positions (Multi Measure)

    Measuring at multiple listening positions When the measurements at the positions you want to (multi measure) measure are completed, use the cursor keys to select MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 “Skip” and press ENTER. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE Follow the procedure below to take a measurement when the “Multi PARTY...
  • Page 51 Press ENTER to start the first angle measurement. Perform the angle/height measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the first angle Attach the supplied pole to the center of the microphone base. measurement finishes. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP...
  • Page 52 To check the measurement results, use the cursor keys to select “Measurement result” and press ENTER. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT For details, see “Checking the measurement results”...

  • Page 53: Checking The Measurement Results

    Checking the measurement results Angle Horizontal angle of each speaker at the listening position (horizontal) You can check the YPAO measurement results. Height of the presence speakers above the level of the MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Height listening position SLEEP...

  • Page 54: Error Messages

    Canceled by user operation Follow the on-screen instructions to exit YPAO, turn off and on the unit. ERROR 10 If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha An internal error has occurred. dealer or service center. ERROR 11...

  • Page 55: Warning Messages

    Warning messages Warning message Remedy Select “Wiring” in “Measurement result” (p.53) and check the cable If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement connections (+/-) of the speaker identified by “Reverse”. results by following on-screen instructions. If the speaker is connected incorrectly: WARNING 1 Turn off the unit and power amplifier and then reconnect the speaker...

  • Page 56: Connecting To A Network Device Wirelessly

    Connecting to a network device wirelessly Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing a wireless connection. Connecting with a wireless router (access point) Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point). You can enjoy Internet radio, AirPlay, or music files stored on media servers (PC/NAS) on the unit.

  • Page 57: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys to select “Network”. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Use the cursor keys to select “Network Connection” and SLEEP SLEEP ZONE...
  • Page 58 ■ Using the WPS push button configuration After checking the on-screen message, use the cursor You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS keys and ENTER to select “NEXT”. button. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP...
  • Page 59 ■ Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys and ENTER to select the desired If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push button connection method and select “NEXT”. configuration method, follow the procedure below to configure the MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP...
  • Page 60 Searching for an access point Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the unit If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the wireless starts searching for access points. After a while, the list of available connection setting screen appears on the TV.
  • Page 61 Using the PIN code Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of available and select “NEXT”. access points appears on the TV screen. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP...

  • Page 62: Connecting To The Musiccast Network

    Connecting to the MusicCast network MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of...

  • Page 63: Playback

    PLAYBACK MAIN/ZONE MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE Basic playback procedure PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE Selecting an HDMI output jack Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit.

  • Page 64: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch (Scene)

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, Zone4 MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE sound program, HDMI output and various settings with just one touch. PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 65: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PURE DIRECT decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite •...

  • Page 66: Playing Back With Surround Effects Optimized For The Scene (Surround:ai)

    The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize such as “dialogue”, “background music”, “ambient sounds” and “sound Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP HD ). It allows you to effects” as well as optimized in real time to create a compelling sense of easily create sound fields like actual movie theaters or concert halls in realism.
  • Page 67 ■ Sound programs suitable for movies (MOVIE) ENTERTAINMENT The following sound programs are optimized for viewing video sources, such as movies, TV This program allows listeners to enjoy the rich vividness of sport broadcasts and programs, and games. light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ voices Sports are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the stadium is MOVIE THEATER...
  • Page 68 ■ Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback This program features the sound field created by the refectory (dining hall) of a Church in beautiful medieval Gothic monastery located in Royaumont on the outskirts of (MUSIC) Royaumont Paris. The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. This program creates a relatively wide space with a high ceiling, like an audience You can also select stereo playback.
  • Page 69 If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 11ch Stereo) when no surround speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to You can enjoy surround or sound field effects, like a multichannel speaker system, with stereo reproduce up to 7-channel surround sound and enable you to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with the front-side speakers.

  • Page 70: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    Enjoying unprocessed playback Press SUR. DECODE to select a surround decoder. You can play back input sources without any sound field effect Each time you press the key, the surround decoder changes. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 processing.

  • Page 71: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    Enjoying pure high fidelity sound Playing back digitally compressed formats (Pure Direct) (such as MP3, etc.) with enriched sound MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 (Compressed Music Enhancer) SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PURE DIRECT When Pure Direct is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 72: Listening To Fm/Am Radio (Except Australia, U.k., Europe, Middle East And Russia Models)

    Listening to FM/AM radio (except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models) You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio Setting the frequency steps stations. (Brazil, Asia and General models only) At the factory, the frequency step setting is set to 50 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM.

  • Page 73: Selecting A Frequency For Reception

    Selecting a frequency for reception Registering favorite radio stations (presets) MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...
  • Page 74 ■ Registering radio stations automatically ■ Selecting a preset station (FM Auto Preset) Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Automatically register FM radio stations with strong signals. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE...

  • Page 75: Listening To Dab Radio (Australia, U.k., Europe, Middle East And Russia Models Only)

    ■ Clearing all preset stations Listening to DAB radio (Australia, Clear all the radio stations registered to the preset numbers. U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 models only) SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...

  • Page 76: Preparing The Dab Tuning

    Preparing the DAB tuning Selecting a DAB radio station for reception Before tuning into DAB radio stations, follow the procedure below to You can select a DAB radio station from the stations stored by the initial MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 perform an initial scan.

  • Page 77: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite DAB radio stations ■ Selecting a preset DAB radio station (presets) Tune into a registered DAB radio station by selecting its preset number. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets.

  • Page 78: Displaying The Dab Information

    ■ Clearing all preset DAB radio stations Displaying the DAB information Clear all the DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 into a DAB radio station.

  • Page 79: Checking Reception Strength Of Each Dab Channel Label

    Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label (0 [none] to PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT 100 [best]).
  • Page 80 ■ DAB frequency information The unit supports Band III (174 to 240 MHz) only. Frequency Channel label Frequency Channel label 174.928 MHz 225.648 MHz 176.640 MHz 227.360 MHz 178.352 MHz 229.072 MHz 180.064 MHz 230.784 MHz 181.936 MHz 232.496 MHz 234.208 MHz 183.648 MHz 185.360 MHz...

  • Page 81: Listening To Fm Radio (Australia, U.k., Europe, Middle East And Russia Models Only)

    Listening to FM radio (Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models only) MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting Selecting a frequency for reception PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 82: Registering Favorite Fm Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite FM radio stations ■ Registering radio stations automatically (FM Auto Preset) (presets) Automatically register FM radio stations with strong signals. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE You can register up to 40 FM radio stations as presets. Once you have PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...
  • Page 83 ■ Selecting a preset station ■ Clearing all preset stations Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Clear all the radio stations registered to the preset numbers. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE...

  • Page 84: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning Program Service Program service name Program Type Current program type (U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models only) Radio Text Information on the current program Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. The Clock Time Current time unit can receive various types of Radio Data System data, such as “Program Service”, “Program...

  • Page 85: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as Playing back Bluetooth device music on the MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE smartphones) on the unit. unit PARTY PARTY T T...

  • Page 86: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Connecting a USB storage device The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or FAT32 format). Connect the USB storage device to the USB jack.

  • Page 87: Playback Of Usb Storage Device Contents

    Playback of USB storage device contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device contents If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 displayed.
  • Page 88 ■ Browse screen ■ Playback screen MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE INPUT INPUT Status indicators Status indicators TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.89), playback status (such as...
  • Page 89 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT When “USB”...

  • Page 90: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) You can play back music files stored on your media servers on the unit. ■ For a PC or a NAS with other media server software installed • To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router (p.39). You can check whether Refer to the instruction manual for the device or software and configure the media sharing the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...

  • Page 91: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 displayed.
  • Page 92 ■ Browse screen ■ Playback screen MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE INPUT INPUT Status indicators Status indicators TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.93), playback status (such as...
  • Page 93 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT When “SERVER”...

  • Page 94: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT •...
  • Page 95 ■ Browse screen ■ Playback screen MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE INPUT INPUT Playback indicator Contents list TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Displays the elapsed time.

  • Page 96: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Favorites)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (Favorites) By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Favorites”, you MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 can quickly access to them from the “Favorites” folder in the browse SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 97: Playing Back Itunes/Ipod Music With Airplay

    Playing back iTunes/iPod music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents 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 Router on the iPod.
  • Page 98 ■ Playback screen MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE INPUT INPUT Playback indicator TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Displays the elapsed/remaining time. PRESET PRESET Playback information...

  • Page 99: Playing Back Videos/Audio In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    Since there are many possible ways to use the unit in a multi-zone configuration, we Guest room recommend that you consult with your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center (Zone2) about the multi-zone connections that best meet your requirements.

  • Page 100: Preparing The Multi Zone System

    Preparing the multi zone system Connect the device that will be used in other rooms to the unit. Caution • Remove the unit’s power cable from the AC wall outlet before connecting an external amplifier. ■ Connecting speakers to play back audio Connect the external amplifier placed in Zone2 or Zone3 to the unit with a stereo pin cable and connect speakers to the external amplifier.
  • Page 101 ■ Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back • Videos/audio interruptions may happen in another zone when any of the following operations is videos/audio performed. – Tuning on/off a TV connected to the unit via HDMI or switching the TV input Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at Zone2 or –...
  • Page 102 Remote connections between Yamaha products (remote connection) An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that support remote connections, as the unit does. You can transmit remote control signals by connecting You can operate the unit and external devices from Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 using the supplied the REMOTE IN/OUT jacks with monaural mini-jack cables and an infrared signal receiver.

  • Page 103: Controlling Zone2, Zone3 Or Zone4

    Controlling Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 Start playback on the external device or select a radio station. MAIN/ZONE MAIN 2 3 4 Use the ZONE switch to select a zone. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...
  • Page 104 ■ Other operations for Zone2, Zone3 or ■ Enjoying the same source in multiple Zone4 rooms (party mode) SLEEP The following functions are also available when the zone you want to The party mode allows you to play back in all zones the same music that MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP...

  • Page 105: Registering Favorite Items (Shortcut)

    Registering favorite items (shortcut) You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents or Bluetooth Recalling a registered item MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE input source as shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 106: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status Currently input Item source You can view the current status (input or DSP program currently selected) on the front panel AV 1-7 display or TV. DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Decoder (decoder name AUDIO 1-4 PHONO Switching information on the front display (AM radio feature is not available on the Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and...

  • Page 107: Viewing The Status Information On The Tv

    Viewing the status information on the TV MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 Press OPTION. SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Use the cursor keys to select “On-screen Information” SCENE SCENE and press ENTER.

  • Page 108: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources (Option Menu)

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP SLEEP ZONE ZONE sources. This menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), PARTY PARTY T T PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 109: Option Menu Items

    Option menu items Item Function Page Video Mode Enables/disables the video signal processing settings (V.M) configured in the “Setup” menu. Video Processing • Available items vary depending on the selected input source. Video (Video Process.) Adjustment Selects a video adjustment setting from presets. •...
  • Page 110 ■ Tone Control (Tone Control) Adaptive DRC (A.DRC) Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) individually. Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically adjusted when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for listening to playback at a low Choices volume at night.
  • Page 111 DTS Dialogue Control (DTS Dialog) ■ Enhancer (Enhancer) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer and the high-resolution mode. Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds for DTS:X contents. Setting range Enhancer (Enhancer) 0 to 6 Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.71). This setting is available only when DTS:X content which supports the DTS Dialogue Control feature is played back. •...
  • Page 112 ■ Volume Trim (Volume Trim) ■ Audio Select (Audio Select) Configures the input settings. Selects the audio signal to be played back. Input Trim (In.Trim) Audio Select (A.Sel) Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothered by volume differences Selects the audio input jack to use when more than one audio connection is made for one input when switching between input sources, use this function to correct it.
  • Page 113 Video Adjustment (Video Adjust) ■ FM Mode (FM Mode) Switches between the reception settings for FM radio. Selects a video adjustment setting from presets you have configured in “Adjustment” (p.133) in the “Setup” menu. FM Mode (Mode) Switches between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception. This setting is applied separately to each input source.
  • Page 114 ■ Add to favorites (Add to Fav.) Register the currently playing Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder. You can also register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents or Bluetooth input source as shortcuts (p.105). ■ Remove from favorites (RemovefromFav.) Remove an Internet radio station from the “Favorites”...

  • Page 115: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Setup” menu. You can configure the unit’s various functions with the “Setup” menu. • If new firmware is available, the message screen appears. • If new firmware is available, the envelope icon (p) appears at the lower of the “Setup” menu. Press SETUP.

  • Page 116: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Use the following table to configure various functions of the unit. Menu Item Function Page Setting Pattern Registers two speaker setting patterns and switches between them. Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Front Selects the size of the front speakers.
  • Page 117 Menu Item Function Page Information Displays information about the current audio signal. Delay Enable Enables/disables the “Lipsync” adjustment configured in “Auto/Manual Select” in the “Setup” menu. Lipsync Auto/Manual Select Selects the method to adjust the delay between video and audio output. Adjustment Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually.
  • Page 118 Menu Item Function Page Scene Setting Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. Scene Scene Rename Renames the scene name displayed on the front display or TV screen. Information Displays information about the current video signal and the TVs connected to the HDMI OUT jacks. Video Mode Enables/disables the video signal processing.
  • Page 119 Menu Item Function Page Information Displays information about Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4 Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 output. Max Volume Sets the Zone2 limit value of the volumes. Initial Volume Sets the Zone2 initial volume for when the unit is turned on. Audio Delay Adjusts the audio output timing for Zone2.
  • Page 120 Menu Item Function Page Information Displays the system information on the unit. Language Selects an on-screen menu language. Input Assignment Assigns the COMPONENT VIDEO, COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to another input source. Input Skip Sets which input source is skipped when operating the INPUT key. Input Rename Changes the input source name displayed on the front display.

  • Page 121: Speaker

    Speaker ■ Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Configures the speaker settings manually. Choices Pattern1 ▶ 2 Copies the “Pattern1” parameters to “Pattern2”. Default settings are underlined. Pattern2 ▶ 1 Copies the “Pattern2” parameters to “Pattern1”. ■...
  • Page 122 Center Surround Back Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Settings Settings Select this option for large speakers. Select this option when large speakers are connected. Large Large The center speaker will produce all of the center channel frequency components.
  • Page 123 Rear Presence Layout settings Select this option when 2 subwoofers are placed on the left and right sides of the Selects whether or not rear presence speakers are connected and their size. Left + Right room. Settings Select this option when 2 subwoofers are placed on the front and rear sides of the Front + Rear room.
  • Page 124 ■ Parametric EQ ■ Manual equalizer adjustment Adjusts the tone with an equalizer. Set “Parametric EQ” to “Manual” and press ENTER. Settings Press ENTER again to enter the edit screen. Select this option when you want to adjust the equalizer manually. Manual Use the cursor keys to select a speaker and press ENTER.

  • Page 125: 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 ■ Information Does not output test tones. Displays information about the current audio signal. Outputs test tones automatically when you adjust the speaker balance or Choices equalizer.
  • Page 126 ■ Lipsync Adjustment Adjusts the delay between video and audio by holding up the audio output. 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 “Auto/Manual Select” is set to Delay Enable “Auto”.
  • Page 127 Initial Delay Reverb Delay Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and presence sound field generation. Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and reverberant sound generation. Higher to enhance the delay effect, and lower to reduce it. Higher to enhance the delay effect, and lower to reduce it. Setting range Setting range 0 ms to 250 ms...
  • Page 128 Surround Room Size Surround Back Liveness Adjusts the broadening effect of the surround sound field. Adjusts the loss of the surround back sound field. Setting range Setting range 0.1 to 2.0 (higher to enhance the broadening effect) 0 to 10 (higher to enhance the reflectivity) •...
  • Page 129 ■ 11ch Stereo Monaural Mix Adjusting the volume settings. Enables/disables monaural sound output. This setting is effective when “11ch Stereo” is selected. Level Settings Adjusts the entire volume. This setting is effective when “11ch Stereo” is selected. Disables monaural sound output. Setting range Enables monaural sound output.
  • Page 130 ■ Volume ■ Virtual Speaker Setting the volume. Setting Virtual Speaker. Max Volume Sets the limit value of the volume. Selects whether to create Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center, and surround speakers. When VPS is enabled, the unit creates front VPS when no front presence speakers are Setting range connected, and creates rear VPS when front presence speakers are connected but no rear -60.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [20.5 to 95.5 (5.0 increments), 97.0]...

  • Page 131: Scene

    ■ Ultra Low Jitter PLL Mode Scene Enables/disables the jitter elimination function. Configures the scene settings. Input source AV 1-7, AUDIO 1-4 (available only when any audio digital input jack is assigned), (network sources), ■ Scene Setting Bluetooth, USB Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. You can also view the settings currently Settings assigned to the selected scene.

  • Page 132: Video/Hdmi

    Video/HDMI Video Video Mode (p.132), Video Adjustment (p.113) Volume Master Volume (p.63) Configures the video/HDMI settings. Lipsync Lipsync (p.111), Delay (p.126) Speaker Setup Setting Pattern (p.121), Parametric EQ (p.124) ■ Information Zone Interlock Power (p.103), Input (p.103), Volume (p.103) *1, 2 Displays information about the current video signal and the TVs connected to the HDMI OUT *1 The “Volume”...
  • Page 133 Resolution Adjustment Selects a resolution to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. Configures the video adjustments when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. You can register the video adjustments as presets (up to 6). Settings Through Does not convert the resolution.
  • Page 134 Contrast Adjusts the video contrast. Enables/disables ARC (p.174) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Setting range Settings -100 to 0 to +100 Disables ARC. Saturation Enables ARC. Adjusts the video saturation. Setting range You do not need to change this setting normally. In case noises are produced from the speakers connected to the -100 to 0 to +100 unit because TV audio signals input to the unit via ARC are not supported by the unit, set “ARC”...

  • Page 135: Network

    ■ HDMI ZONE OUT Assign Network Select the zone for which the HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack is used. Configures the network settings. Settings Zone2, Zone4 ■ Information Displays the network information on the unit. For details on audio signals that can be output to each zone, see “Multi-zone output” (p.172). Choices ■...
  • Page 136 ■ Network Connection Use the cursor keys to select a parameter type and press ENTER. Selects the network connection method. IP Address Specifies an IP address. Settings Subnet Mask Specifies a subnet mask. Select this option when you want to connect the unit to a network with a Default Gateway Specifies the IP address of the default gateway.
  • Page 137 ■ MAC Address Filter ■ DMC Control Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Selects whether to allow a Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control playback. A Digital Media Controller (DMC) is a device that can control other network devices through the network. When Filter this function is enabled, you can control playback of the unit from DMCs (such as Windows Media Player 12) on the same network.

  • Page 138: Bluetooth

    ■ Network Name Bluetooth Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices. Configures the Bluetooth settings. Network Name ■ Setup procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename . ■...

  • Page 139: Multi Zone

    ■ Audio Receive Multi Zone Configures the Bluetooth settings when the unit is used as the Bluetooth audio receiver. Configures the multi zone settings. Disconnect ■ Information Terminates the Bluetooth connection between a Bluetooth device (such as a smartphone) and Displays information about Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4.
  • Page 140 Max Volume Enhancer Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 limit value of the volumes. Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.71) for Zone2 or Zone3 output. Setting range Settings -60.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [20.5 to 90.5 (5.0 increments), 97.0] Disables Compressed Music Enhancer.

  • Page 141: System

    ■ Zone Rename System Changes the zone name displayed on the front display or TV screen. Configures the system settings. ■ Setup procedure ■ Information Use the cursor keys to select Zone, and then press ENTER. Displays the system information on the unit. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename.
  • Page 142 ■ Input Assignment ■ Input Skip Assigns the COMPONENT VIDEO, COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to another input source. Set which input sources are skipped when operating the INPUT key or AV CONTROLLER. You can select the desired input source quickly by using this function. Input Assignment When using AV CONTROLLER, you cannot select the input sources set to “On”...
  • Page 143 ■ Input Rename (Manual) ■ DSP Skip Allows the input source names displayed on the front display to be set manually. Set which sound programs are skipped when operating the PROGRAM key.You can select the desired sound program quickly by using this function. Input sources AV 1-7, AUX, AUDIO 1-4, PHONO, TUNER, MusicCast Link, SERVER, NET RADIO, Bluetooth, USB, MULTI CH Settings...
  • Page 144 Color Key Volume Set the function to operate the external device with the RED / GREEN / YELLOW / BLUE key on Switches the scale of the volume display. the remote control. Settings Settings Displays the volume in the “dB” unit. Assigns the functions of devices connected to the unit with an HDMI cable.
  • Page 145 ■ Trigger Output1, Trigger Output2 Target Zone Sets the TRIGGER OUT 1-2 jacks to function in sync with the power status of each zone or input Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized. switching. Settings Trigger Mode When “Trigger Mode”...
  • Page 146 ■ ■ Memory Guard Changes the setting for the auto-standby function. Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Memory Guard Settings Does not protect the settings. Protects the settings until “Off” is selected. When “Memory Guard” is set to “On”, the lock icon (o) is displayed on the menu screen. Auto Power Standby Sets the amount of time for the auto-standby function.

  • Page 147: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    ■ Firmware Update Configuring the system settings Update the firmware. (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Firmware Update Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Updates the firmware via the network. You can also check the firmware version and system ID. Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “ADVANCED SETUP”...

  • Page 148: Advanced Setup Menu Items

    Page Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique REMOTE SENSOR Turns on/off of the remote control sensor on the main unit.

  • Page 149: Switching The Video Signal Type (Tv Format)

    Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT) Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) TV FORMAT 4K MODE NTSC MODE 1 Switch the video signal type of the unit so that it matches to the format of your TV. Selects the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit.

  • Page 150: Switching The Dts Format Notification Setting (Dts Mode)

    Switching the DTS format notification setting (DTS MODE) When “Please Power Off!” appears on the front display, press z (power) to set the unit to standby mode and turn it on again. DTS MODE If “Failed” appears on the front display, check the following and start the process again. MODE 1 In case of “BACKUP”: Switches the DTS format notification setting.

  • Page 151: Updating The Firmware (Firm. Update)

    Check the version of firmware currently installed on the unit. 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 •...

  • Page 152: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    GREEN GREEN YELLOW YELLOW BLUE BLUE • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. SETUP The firmware update is complete. Cursor keys • The firmware update indicator (p.15) on the front display lights up when a firmware ENTER • If you want to cancel without doing anything now, select “CLOSE”.

  • Page 153: Appendix

    APPENDIX Additional Features The following features were added for product improvements. Select “Device Search” to search the Bluetooth devices. The list of available Bluetooth devices is displayed. Playing back audio from the unit on Bluetooth®-enabled speakers/headphones Select the Bluetooth speakers/headphones to be connected with the unit. You can output audio played back from the unit on connected Bluetooth speakers or If the desired Bluetooth device is not displayed on the list, set the Bluetooth device to the pairing mode headphones.
  • Page 154 Bluetooth transmission operations • Function for transmitting to Bluetooth devices (Bluetooth headphones, etc.) • Supported profiles – A2DP, AVRCP • Supported codecs – SBC • Capable of play/stop operation from Bluetooth device (Bluetooth headphones, etc.)

  • Page 155: Using Wireless Surround Speakers (Musiccast Surround Function)

    Tap “MusicCast Surround/Stereo”. For detailed setup instructions, refer to the following. https://download.yamaha.com/files/tcm:39-1212383 Adjust the speaker settings automatically (YPAO). • For details on YPAO, refer to the manual for this unit. • Multi measurement and angle/height measurement cannot be used.

  • Page 156: Frequently Asked Questions

    Yamaha product as well as the unit... or Zone3 (p.140). When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another Yamaha I am occasionally startled by a sudden loud sound when turning product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, register different on the unit...

  • Page 157: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 158: Audio

    Problem Cause Remedy The device which is connected to the unit via HDMI does not support the Use a device which supports the operation of the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys. operation of the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys. The RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote The settings of the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the unit's remote control do not operate Set “Color Key”...
  • Page 159 Problem Cause Remedy Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the playback device audio is output The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. No sound from the playback device (when HDMI from the speakers connected to the power amplifier. Control is used).

  • Page 160: 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 161: Fm/Am Radio (Am Radio Feature Is Not Available For The Australia, U.k., Europe, Middle East And Russia Models)

    FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is not available for the Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models) 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 “Monaural” to select monaural FM radio FM radio reception is weak or noisy.

  • Page 162: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the Bluetooth function (p.138). Another Bluetooth device is already connected to the unit. Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection (p.85). The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart. Move the Bluetooth device closer to the unit.

  • Page 163: 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 164 Problem Cause Remedy The iPod does not recognize the unit when using Access to the unit might be restricted by the network separation function on the router. The unit is connected to a multiple SSID router. AirPlay. Connect the iPod to the SSID which can access the unit. The application for smartphone/tablet “AV Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the unit and The unit and smartphone/tablet are not in the same network.

  • Page 165: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Check the connection between the unit and your router (or hub) (p.39). Internal Error An internal error has occurred. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. No content There are no playable files in the selected folder. Select a folder that contains files supported by the unit.

  • Page 166: Glossary

    Glossary This section explains the technical terms used in this manual. DSD (Direct Stream Digital) DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology stores audio signals on digital storage media, such as SACD (Super Audio CDs). The signals are stored at a high-frequency sampling rate (such as 2.8224 MHz and 5.6448 MHz). The highest Audio information (audio decoding format) frequency response is equal to or higher than 100 kHz, with a dynamic range of 120 dB.
  • Page 167 DTS Neo:6 DTS Neo:6 enables 6-channel playback from 2-channel sources. There are two modes available: “Music mode” for Windows standard audio file format, which defines the method of recording the digital data obtained by converting music sources and “Cinema mode” for movie sources. This technology provides discrete full-bandwidth matrix audio signals.

  • Page 168: Audio Information (Others)

    Audio Information (Others) HDMI and video information LFE (Low Frequency Effects) 0.1 channel Component video signal This channel reproduces low-frequency bass signals and has a frequency range from 20 Hz to 120 Hz. This channel is With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and the Pb and added to the channels for all bands with Dolby Digital or DTS to enhance low frequency audio effects.

  • Page 169: Network Information

    Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the Internet hear. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the wirelessly using radio waves. Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making connections with audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own home.

  • Page 170: Supported Devices And File Formats

    Supported devices and file formats File formats For information about specifications of each file, refer to the instruction manual of your This section explains the devices and file formats supported by the unit. recording device or consult file’s help. Supported devices ■...

  • Page 171: 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.132) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 172: Multi-Zone Output

    Multi-zone output Information on HDMI Audio signals that can be output to Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4 vary depending on how you This section explains the functions related to HDMI and its signal compatibility. connect the device in each zone to the unit’s output jacks. HDMI Control HDMI OUT 3 ZONE OUT jacks...
  • Page 173 (Example) Use the cursor keys to select “Video/HDMI”. HDMI Control HDMI Control Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback device Press SCENE 1 HDMI Control might not work properly. For related functions and settings, refer to the following. Use the cursor keys to select “HDMI Control”...

  • Page 174: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    Audio Return Channel (ARC) Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with the TV remote control. ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video signal to the TV.

  • Page 175: Trademarks

    The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by trademarks or trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. * IP address of this product is checked with MusicCast Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is CONTROLLER. under license.

  • Page 176: Specifications

    Specifications • Supported Audio Formats Input jacks Other jacks – Dolby Atmos • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 – DTS:X Audio (Unbalance) x 9 (AV 1–4, AUDIO 1–3, PHONO, AUX) • REMOTE IN x 1 – Dolby TrueHD Audio (Balance) x 1 (AUDIO 4) (1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD) •...
  • Page 177 MusicCast • Maximum Input Signal (XLR Balance Preout) PHONO ..................45 mV Front L/R ..................8.0 V • Controlled by MusicCast Application (iOS, Android) RCA Unbalance (Audio 2 etc.)............2.4 V Center ...................8.0 V • MusicCast Link Client ..........Main, Zone2, Zone3 XLR Balance (Audio 4) Surround L/R ................8.0 V •...
  • Page 178 * Including legs and protrusion • Weight ............... 15.2 kg (33.5 lbs) * The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file.
  • Page 179 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2018 Yamaha Corporation Published 07/2019 AM-D0 AV17-0237...

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