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Yamaha RX-V579 Owner's Manual

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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 ............4 8 Selecting an on-screen menu language .
  • Page 3 Frequently asked questions ........100 Playing back music in multiple rooms (RX-V579 only) ... . . 68 Troubleshooting .

  • Page 4: Accessories

    *One of the above is supplied depending on the region of purchase. YPAO microphone • The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the RX-V579 (U.S.A. model), unless otherwise specified. • Some features are not available in certain regions.

  • Page 5: Features

    . p.48 • Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) . p.68 • Playing back music in multiple rooms (Zone B)* Network contents * RX-V579 only Speakers Audio Audio BLUETOOTH device HDMI Control USB device 4K Ultra HD signal and HDCP 2.2 supported...
  • Page 6 – Input Selection The Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) function and Virtual assign, etc. – DSP Mode Selection Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) function (RX-V579 only) – Various setup assistance with illustrations. allow you to create a 3-dimensional sound field that – SCENE selection –...

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel YPAO MIC DIRECT INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING VOLUME SCENE RADIO PHONES INPUT TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT) AUDIO n o p z (power) key MEMORY key TONE CONTROL key Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Registers FM/AM radio stations as preset stations (p.50).

  • Page 8: Front Display (Indicators)

    Lights up when the unit is receiving an FM/AM radio station Indicates the strength of the wireless signal (p.32). signal. ZONE indicators (RX-V579 only) BLUETOOTH indicator Indicate the zone to which the sound is output (p.69). Light up while the unit is connecting to a BLUETOOTH device.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    • The SURROUND BACK/BI AMP/ZONE B jacks are available on video/audio signals (p.19). When using ARC, TV audio signal RX-V579 only. can also be input through the HDMI OUT jack. • The COMPONENT jacks are available on RX-V579 only. VOLTAGE SELECTOR HDMI 1–6 jacks MONITOR OUT jacks...

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, SCENE • The playback devices must support HDMI Control. However, off). RADIO Yamaha does not assure the operation of all HDMI ZONE switch (RX-V579 only) Control-compatible devices. STRAIGHT DIRECT...

  • Page 11: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.12) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.16) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.19) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.21) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.

  • Page 12: Placing Speakers

    *1 RX-V579 only *2 Place the surround speakers in front and set “Virtual CINEMA FRONT” (p.82) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. • RX-V579 supports 2- to 7.1-channel system, and RX-V479 supports 2- to 5.1-channel speaker system. • (RX-V579 only)
  • Page 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.1-channel system (RX-V579 only) 5.1-channel system 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 30 cm (1 ft) or more • You can enjoy surround sound even without the center speaker (front 4.1-channel system).
  • Page 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4.1-channel system 2.1-channel system 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 3.1-channel system...
  • Page 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting the speaker impedance (U.S.A. and Canada models only) Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet.

  • Page 16: Connecting Speakers

    – – Audio pin cable (x1: for connecting a subwoofer) • (RX-V579 only) • When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the You can connect 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. SINGLE jack (L side).

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

    (Zone B). To connect the Zone B d Tighten the terminal. speakers, see “Playing back music in multiple rooms (RX-V579 only)” (p.68). + (red) • Surround back speakers or bi-amplified front speakers cannot be used while the Zone B function is enabled.

  • Page 18: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    Input/output jacks and cables Video/audio jacks Video jacks Audio jacks HDMI jacks COMPONENT VIDEO jacks (RX-V579 only) OPTICAL jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single Transmit video signals separated into three Transmit digital audio signals. Use a digital optical jack.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. You can Component (RX-V579) / composite video connection also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. When connecting any video device with a component video cable, connect the TV to To maximize the performance of the unit, we recommend connecting a TV with an HDMI the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.
  • Page 20 Connect the TV to the unit with a video pin cable and a digital optical cable. MONITOR OUT Video input The unit (rear) (VIDEO) jack (composite video) VIDEO MONITOR OUT OPTICAL OPTICAL (TV) AV 1 (RX-V579) Audio output AV 1 (OPTICAL) jack (digital optical) (RX-V479) AUDIO 1 (OPTICAL) jack...

  • Page 21: Connecting Playback Devices

    Connecting playback devices The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow Component video connection (RX-V579) you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect a Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable BLUETOOTH device, an iPod, or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
  • Page 22 (RX-V579) AV 3–6 (VIDEO) jacks (composite video) AV 1–2 (RX-V479) Component video AV 1–4 (VIDEO) jacks Analog stereo (COMPONENT AV 4–6 (AUDIO) (RX-V579 only) VIDEO VIDEO) (RX-V579) (RX-V579) AV 3–6 (VIDEO) AV 1 (OPTICAL) Composite video Digital optical VIDEO (RX-V479)

  • Page 23: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    AUDIO Video device Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) AV 6 (RX-V579) Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending on AV 6 (AUDIO) jack Audio output (RX-V479)

  • Page 24: Connecting To The Jack On The Front Panel

    Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. OPTICAL FM antenna COAXIAL COAXIAL AM antenna Audio device Audio output (RX-V579) AV 1-6 jacks (either digital optical, (RX-V479) digital coaxial, or analog stereo) AUDIO 1-2 jacks AV 1-4 jacks Connecting to the jack on the front panel Use the AUX jack on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as portable audio players to the unit.

  • Page 25: Preparing For Connecting To A Network

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

  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cable

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the power cable Before connecting the power cable (Taiwan and General models 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 27: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Selecting an on-screen menu language ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP Select the desired on-screen menu language. S C E N E S C E N E To exit from the menu, press SETUP.

  • Page 28: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function S C E N E S C E N E Place the YPAO microphone at your listening detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to...
  • Page 29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To start the measurement, use the cursor keys to Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and select “Start” and press SETUP. press ENTER. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP...

  • Page 30: Error Messages

    Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select the Exit YPAO, and turn off and on the unit. If this error occurs E-10:Internal Err. An internal error has occurred. repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or desired operation. (E-10:INTERNAL) service center.

  • Page 31: Warning Messages

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Warning messages If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. Warning message Cause Remedy...

  • Page 32: Connecting To A Network Wirelessly

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

  • Page 33: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Wireless (Wi-Fi)” and press ENTER. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless SLEEP SLEEP network.
  • Page 34 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform desired connection method. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B...
  • Page 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Sharing the iOS device setting using a USB cable B: Using the WPS button configuration If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B...
  • Page 36 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 C: Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS button connection method and press ENTER. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B...
  • Page 37 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Searching for an access point Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Connect” and If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the press ENTER to start the connection process. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B...
  • Page 38 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the • If you select “None”, the connection may be insecure since the ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B...
  • Page 39 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using the WPS PIN code If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B available access points appears on the TV screen. SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E...

  • Page 40: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Security” and directly (Wireless Direct) the cursor keys (e/r) to select the encryption ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP...
  • Page 41 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Save” and press ENTER to save the setting. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP This completes the settings and “Completed” appears on S C E N E S C E N E the TV screen.

  • Page 42: Playback

    PLAYBACK ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP Basic playback procedure S C E N E S C E N E RADIO RADIO STRAIGHT STRAIGHT DIRECT DIRECT ENHANCER ENHANCER BASS BASS Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or PROGRAM PROGRAM BD/DVD player) connected to the unit.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, Configuring scene assignments S C E N E sound program, Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, and target SCENE RADIO zones (RX-V579 only) with just one touch. Perform the following operations to prepare the STRAIGHT STRAIGHT DIRECT DIRECT...

  • Page 44: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and I want to enjoy listening to compressed music. S C E N E S C E N E surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with •...

  • Page 45: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp 3D)

    You’ll never get tired listening for long periods. The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D). It allows you to easily create sound fields like This program reproduces monaural video sources, such as classic movies, in an atmosphere of a good old movie theater.
  • Page 46 2 channels and output from the front speakers (this program does not utilize CINEMA DSP). (RX-V579: 7ch Stereo, RX-V479: 5ch Stereo) Use this program to output sound from all speakers. When you play back...

  • Page 47: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    TOP MENU HOME HOME POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU • (RX-V579 only) Logic IIx decoder) suitable for movies. bPLIIx Movie* To enable 6.1/7.1-channel playback from 5.1-channel sources when surround back speakers are used, set “Extended Surround” (p.73) in the “Option” menu to a...

  • Page 48: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Direct Playback)

    Enjoying pure high fidelity sound Enjoying compressed music with enhanced (direct playback) sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E S C E N E When the direct playback mode is enabled, the unit plays back the RADIO RADIO selected source with the least circuitry in order to reduce the...

  • Page 49: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

    Listening to FM/AM radio ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or Selecting a frequency for reception S C E N E S C E N E selecting from registered radio stations.

  • Page 50: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite radio stations (presets) When the Auto Preset process finishes, “FINISH” appears and the “Option” menu closes automatically. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have SLEEP SLEEP CHARGE...
  • Page 51 Selecting a preset station Clearing preset stations Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E S C E N E Press FM/AM to select “TUNER”...

  • Page 52: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B (U.K. and Europe models only) displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System SLEEP SLEEP service.

  • Page 53: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via BLUETOOTH ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP You can play back music files stored on a BLUETOOTH device Playback BLUETOOTH device music on the S C E N E S C E N E (such as smartphones) on the unit.

  • Page 54: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable S C E N E S C E N E supplied with the iPod. •...
  • Page 55 Browse screen Playback screen ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP i P o d i P o d S C E N E S C E N E M u s i c N o w P l a y i n g RADIO RADIO P l a y l i s t s...
  • Page 56 Operating the iPod itself (simple play) Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings of your iPod. ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B Press OPTION. SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E S C E N E RADIO RADIO Use the cursor keys to select “iPod Mode”...

  • Page 57: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes or iPhone/iPad/iPod touch music on Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents the unit via network. Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. iTunes Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 58 Use the following remote control keys to control playback. • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod External device ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B Function by setting “Network Standby” (p.93) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. operation keys SLEEP SLEEP...

  • Page 59: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on Playback of USB storage device contents S C E N E S C E N E the unit.
  • Page 60 Browse screen Playback screen ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP U S B U S B S C E N E S C E N E T o p N o w P l a y i n g RADIO RADIO B l u e s...
  • Page 61 Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for playback of USB ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B storage device contents. SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E S C E N E RADIO RADIO When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION.

  • Page 62: 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 PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. For Windows Media Player 11 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.25). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Information”...

  • Page 63: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents Browse screen ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and SLEEP SLEEP S E R V E R start playback. S C E N E S C E N E N A S A You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV...
  • Page 64 Playback screen Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for the playback of PC ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B music content. SLEEP SLEEP S E R V E R S C E N E S C E N E N o w P l a y i n g RADIO RADIO...

  • Page 65: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Browse screen S C E N E S C E N E RADIO RADIO STRAIGHT STRAIGHT DIRECT...
  • Page 66 Playback screen ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP N E T R A D I O S C E N E S C E N E N o w P l a y i n g RADIO RADIO S t a t i o n N a m e...

  • Page 67: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B You can register your favorite Internet radio stations to the SLEEP SLEEP Access the vTuner website “Bookmarks” folder. S C E N E S C E N E (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on RADIO RADIO...

  • Page 68: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms (Rx-V579 Only)

    Playing back music in multiple rooms (RX-V579 only) The Zone A/B function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the Connecting Zone B speakers unit is installed (Zone A) and in another room (Zone B).

  • Page 69: Operating The Zone B

    Operating the Zone B ZONE A Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “ZoneB Trim” ZONE B (ZB.Trim) and the cursor keys (e/r) to adjust the ZONE A ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP setting. Basic playback procedure S C E N E S C E N E RADIO RADIO...

  • Page 70: Useful Functions

    Useful functions ZONE A ZONE A ZONE B ZONE B SLEEP SLEEP S C E N E S C E N E Registering favorite items (shortcut) Recalling a registered item RADIO RADIO Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number. STRAIGHT STRAIGHT DIRECT...

  • Page 71: Switching Information On The Front Display

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

  • Page 72: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources

    A u d i o I n DSP/Surround Adaptive DRC minimum) is automatically adjusted when the volume (DSP/Surround) (A.DRC) is adjusted. (RX-V579 only) Extended TV screen Surround Selects how to play back 5.1- to 7.1-channel sources (EXTD) when surround back speakers are used.
  • Page 73 Switches the input source. Press ENTER to switch to the selected input source. On (On) Automatically adjusts the dynamic range. Choices (RX-V579) Off (Off) The dynamic range is not automatically adjusted. HDMI 1-6, AV 1-6, TUNER, USB, SERVER, NET RADIO, Airplay, (network sources), Bluetooth, If “On”...

  • Page 74: Channel Separation

    Subwoofer Trim (SW.Trim) Automatically selects the Dolby EX or DTS-ES decoder, and EX/ES (EX/ES) reproduces signals in 6.1- or 7.1-channel. Fine-adjusts the subwoofer volume. Always reproduces signals in their original channels. (Even when Setting range Off (Off) DTS-ES or Dolby Digital Surround EX signal is input, the unit -6.0 dB to 0.0 dB to +6.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) reproduces the signal in 5.1-channel.) Lipsync (Lipsync)
  • Page 75 (such as game consoles) Enables volume controls from iTunes/iPod in the full range Full (Full) (-80 dB to +16.5 dB and mute). Input sources (RX-V579) HDMI 1-6, AV 1-6 Input sources (RX-V479) HDMI 1-6, AUDIO 1-2, AV 1-4 Setup procedure See “Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks”...

  • Page 76: Configurations

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

  • Page 77: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page (RX-V579 only) Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. Subwoofer Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size.
  • Page 78 Sets the maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness. Volume Initial Volume Sets the initial volume for when this receiver is turned on. (RX-V579 only) ZoneB Volume Selects whether to adjust the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume for Zone A. Auto Power Standby Set the amount of time for the auto-standby function.
  • Page 79 Menu Item Function Page Bluetooth Enables/disables the BLUETOOTH functions. Bluetooth Audio Receive Disconnect Terminates the BLUETOOTH connection between the BLUETOOTH device (such as smartphones) and the unit. Bluetooth Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from BLUETOOTH devices (BLUETOOTH standby). Language Select an on-screen menu language.

  • Page 80: Speaker

    (6-1/4”) or larger or “Small” if it is smaller than 16 cm (6-1/4”). Power Amp Assign • “Front” is automatically set to “Large” when “Subwoofer” is set to “None”. (RX-V579 only) Selects a speaker system. Center In addition to the 5.1- or 7.1-channel speaker system, various speaker Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size.
  • Page 81 Sets the phase of the subwoofer. When the bass sound is lacking or unclear, switch the subwoofer phase. Surround Back Settings (RX-V579 only) Normal Does not reverse the subwoofer phase. Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes.
  • Page 82 Choices Set “EQ Select” to “GEQ”. Front L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Surround Back L (RX-V579 only), Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Channel” and the cursor keys (e/r) to Surround Back R (RX-V579 only), Subwoofer select the desired speaker channel.
  • Page 83 Test Tone Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker 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 84: Hdmi

    • To use HDMI control, you need to perform the HDMI Control link setup (p.114) after connecting HDMI Control-compatible devices. when the TV input is switched to its built-in tuner. Audio Output Settings (RX-V579) AV 1–6 Selects a device to output audio. (RX-V479) AUDIO 1–2, AV 1–4 Default (RX-V579) AV4 •...
  • Page 85 Standby Sync • SCENE link playback may not work properly due to the compatibility between devices. We Select whether to use HDMI control to link the standby behavior of the TV and the recommend using TV and playback devices from the same manufacturer so that HDMI Control works more effectively.

  • Page 86: Sound

    Adjusts the difference in level between the front and surround sound fields. Higher • Default settings are underlined. to strengthen the front sound field and lower to strengthen the surround sound field. This setting is effective when “bPLII Music” or “bPLIIx Music” (RX-V579 DSP Parameter only) is selected.
  • Page 87 Lipsync Volume Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. Configures the volume settings. Scale • You can enable/disable the Lipsync function by input sources in “Lipsync” (p.74) in the “Option” menu. Switches the scale of the volume display. Select Settings Selects the method to adjust the delay between video and audio output.
  • Page 88 ZoneB Volume (RX-V579 only) Selects whether to adjust the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume for Zone A. Settings Adjusts the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume for Sync. Zone A. Does not adjust the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume Async.

  • Page 89: Eco

    Configures the power supply settings. • Default settings are underlined. Auto Power Standby Set the amount of time for the auto-standby function. Settings Does not set the unit to standby mode automatically. Sets the unit to standby mode when you have not operated the unit 20 minutes and the unit has not detected any input signal for the specified time.

  • Page 90: Function

    Changes the input source name displayed on the front display. You can also select a Input sources name from the presets or a name created by the Auto Rename function. (RX-V579) HDMI 1–6, AV 1–6, TUNER, USB, NET, Bluetooth, AUX Input sources (RX-V479) HDMI 1–6, AUDIO 1–2, AV 1–4, TUNER, USB, NET, Bluetooth, AUX (RX-V579) HDMI 1–6, AV 1–6, USB, Bluetooth, AUX...
  • Page 91 Assigns the unit's input sources to each key. The assigned input sources can be set separately. Input sources (RX-V579) HDMI 1–6, AV 1–6, TUNER, USB, NET, Bluetooth, AUX Input (RX-V479) HDMI 1–6, AUDIO 1–2, AV 1–4, TUNER, USB, NET, Bluetooth, AUX...

  • Page 92: Network

    Network Configures the network settings. IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). • Default settings are underlined. DHCP Information Select whether to use a DHCP server. Settings Displays the network information on the unit. Does not use a DHCP server. Configure the network parameters Status The connection status of the NETWORK jack manually.
  • Page 93 MAC Address Filter Network Standby Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby). Settings • Operation of the AirPlay function (p.57) or the DMC is not limited by this setting. Disables the network standby function.

  • Page 94: Bluetooth

    Network Update Bluetooth Updates the firmware via the network. Configures the BLUETOOTH settings. Perform Update Bluetooth Starts the process to update the unit’s firmware. For details, see “Updating the unit’s firmware via the network” (p.99). Enables/disables the BLUETOOTH function (p.53). Settings Firmware Version Disables the BLUETOOTH function.

  • Page 95: Language

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

  • Page 96: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

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

  • Page 97: Selecting The Remote Control Id (Remote Id)

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

  • Page 98: Updating The Firmware (Update)

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

  • Page 99: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    • To perform the following procedure, your TV must be connected to the unit via SETUP HDMI. If not, perform the update from the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu (p.98). • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. SETUP OPTION O O PTION...

  • Page 100: Appendix

    By default, the volume level when the unit last entered standby mode is automatically Yamaha product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, applied. If you want to fix the volume, use “Initial Volume” in the “Setup” menu to set the register different remote control IDs for the devices that you want to control with each volume to be applied when the receiver is turned on (p.87).
  • Page 101 The combination of video/audio input jacks does not match an external device... Use “Audio In” in the “Option” menu to change the combination of video/audio input jacks so that it matches the output jack(s) of your external device (p.22). Video and audio are not synchronized... Use “Lipsync”...

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    The power does not turn on. consecutively. If the unit is in this condition, the standby indicator nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. on the unit blinks when you try to turn on the power. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 15 seconds to initialize The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric The power does not turn off.
  • Page 103 Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.4). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or The unit cannot be controlled using the remote Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.

  • Page 104: Audio

    “Signal Info” in the “Option” menu (p.74). No sound. (RX-V579 only) Press ZONE A (ZONE B) to enable audio output to Zone A (or Zone B). Audio output to Zone A (or Zone B) is disabled.

  • Page 105: Video

    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 106: Fm/Am Radio

    Problem Cause Remedy No image (contents required the HDCP 2.2 The TV (HDMI input jack) does not support HDCP 2.2, or the Connect the unit to the TV (HDMI input jack) that supports HDCP 2.2. Use the -compatible HDMI device) from the playback playback device is connected to other than the HDMI 6 jack.

  • Page 107: 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 108: Bluetooth

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

  • Page 109: 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 110: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS Express DTS Express is a compressed digital audio format that supports 5.1-channel audio and allows a higher compression rate than the DTS Digital Surround format developed by DTS, Inc. This technology is developed for audio streaming services on the Internet and secondary audio on BD (Blu-ray Disc). Audio decoding format DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Dolby Digital...

  • Page 111: 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 112: Yamaha Technologies

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

  • Page 113: Video Signal Flow

    • To play back FLAC files stored on your PC/NAS, you need to install server software that supports sharing of FLAC files via DLNA on your PC or use a NAS that supports Component video connection (RX-V579 only) FLAC files.

  • Page 114: Information On Hdmi

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

  • Page 115: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

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

  • Page 116: 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 117: Trademarks

    Pro Logic, Surround EX, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of This receiver supports network connections. owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Dolby Laboratories. Corporation is under license.

  • Page 118: Specifications

    Network - 480p/60 Hz Composite x 4 - 576p/50 Hz • PC Client Function Component x 2 [RX-V579] - 720p/60 Hz, 50 Hz • Compatible with DLNA ver. 1.5 • HDMI Input - 1080i/60 Hz, 50 Hz HDMI x 6 •...
  • Page 119 • Output Level / Output Impedance Surround L/R............95 W+95 W SUBWOOFER............1 V/1.2 kΩ Surround Back L/R [RX-V579] ....... 95 W+95 W • Headphone Jack Rated Output / Impedance AV 4 etc. (1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω) ......100 mV/470 Ω...
  • Page 120 Video Section General • Video Signal Type • Power Supply [U.S.A., Canada, Korea, Taiwan and General models] .. NTSC [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......AC 120 V, 60 Hz [Other models]..............PAL [Taiwan and General model] ........AC110 to 120/220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz •...

  • Page 121: Index

    Index Symbols DMC (Digital Media Controller) DSP Program (front display information) Envelope icon (p) NAS content playback Lock icon (o) Network Connection Network information Numerics Network Name Equalizer 2.1-channel system Network Standby Error indication (front display) 2ch Stereo Extended Surround 4K Ultra HD Extra Bass 5.1-channel system...
  • Page 122 Test Tone Tone Control USB storage device content playback Video/audio input jack combination Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Volume scale Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) Zone B...
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