Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A6ABL User Manual

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE UNIT 10 Read me first.................. 10 How to use this guide................................ 10 Glossary.................................... 11 Checking the accessories................ 12 Checking the accessories................................. 12 Using the remote control................ 14 Insert the batteries in the remote control.......................... 14 Operating range of the remote control........................... 15 FEATURES 16 What you can do with the unit.............. 16...
Page 3 CONTENTS Connecting speakers................ 84 Speaker requirements................................ 84 Cable requirements.................................. 85 How to connect speakers................................ 86 Connecting a TV.................. 89 HDMI connection with a TV.............................. 89 HDMI connection with another TV or a projector........................ 91 Connecting playback devices.............. 92 HDMI connection with a video device such as a BD/DVD player.................... 92 Connection other than HDMI with a playback device..
Page 4 CONTENTS ENJOYING SOUND 131 Enjoying sound field effects.............. 131 Selecting your favorite sound mode............................. 131 Playing back with surround effects optimized for the scene (SURROUND:AI).............. 132 Enjoying 3-dimentional sound fields............................ 133 Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content................... 134 Enjoying sound field effects without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP).............. 137 Enjoying surround sound with 5 speakers placed in front (Virtual CINEMA FRONT)............ 138 Enjoying surround sound with headphones (SILENT...
Page 5 CONTENTS Listening to the radio................ 156 Preparing to listen to the radio............................. 156 Listening to the radio................................ 159 Displaying the Radio Data System information........................ 160 Displaying the DAB information............................ 161 Registering a radio station manually............................ 162 Registering FM radio stations automatically (Auto Preset)..
Page 6 CONTENTS ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) 180 Preparing zones.................. 180 Playback in multiple rooms (multi zone function)....................... 180 Multi-zone configuration examples............................ 181 Connecting zone speakers.............................. 183 Connecting an HDMI device in zone............................ 185 Operating zones.................. 186 Turning on/off the power of zones............................ 186 Basic procedure in zone................................. 187 Other procedure in zone..
Page 7 CONTENTS Configuring various functions (Setup menu).......... 213 Basic operation of the Setup menu............................ 213 Setup menu items.................................. 215 Configuring the speaker settings............................ 223 Configuring the sound settings............................. 241 Configuring the scene settings.............................. 264 Configuring the video/HDMI settings............................ 266 Configuring the network settings............................ 279 Configuring the Bluetooth®...
Page 8 CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING 353 When any problem appears.............. 353 If trouble occurs, first check the following:........................... 353 Power, system, or remote control trouble.......................... 354 Audio trouble.................................. 364 Video trouble.................................. 375 FM/AM radio trouble................................ 380 DAB radio trouble................................... 385 trouble.................................... 390 Network trouble.................................. 394 Bluetooth® trouble................................. 405 Error indications on the front display..
Page 9 CONTENTS Trademarks.................. 426 Trademarks.................................... 426 Specifications.................. 428 Specifications.................................. 428 Default settings.................. 436 Default settings of the Option menu............................. 436 Default settings of the Setup menu............................ 437 Default settings of the Front Display menu.......................... 442...
Page 10: Before Using The Unit
Read me first How to use this guide Thank you very much for purchasing a Yamaha product. This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home. This guide explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit.
Page 11: Glossary
BEFORE USING THE UNIT > Read me first Glossary For a glossary of terms used in this guide, refer to the site below. There are explanations of terms and technologies for this product and also for Yamaha AV products in general. https://manual.yamaha.com/av/cm/glossary/...
Page 12: Checking The Accessories
BEFORE USING THE UNIT > Checking the accessories Checking the accessories Checking the accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. £ AM antenna (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) £ FM antenna (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) * One of the above is supplied depending on the region of purchase.
Page 13 * The microphone base and pole are used for angle/height measurement during YPAO. £ Remote control £ Batteries (AAA, LR03, UM-4) (x2) £ Quick Start Guide £ Safety Brochure NOTE Access the Yamaha Downloads site to download the latest Quick Start Guide. http://download.yamaha.com/...
Page 14: Using The Remote Control
BEFORE USING THE UNIT > Using the remote control Using the remote control Insert the batteries in the remote control Insert the batteries the right way round.
Page 15: Operating Range Of The Remote Control
BEFORE USING THE UNIT > Using the remote control Operating range of the remote control The operating range of the remote control is shown in the following figure. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit. Within 6 m (20 ft) 30°...
Page 16: Features
FEATURES > What you can do with the unit FEATURES What you can do with the unit Supporting various speaker system According to the number of speakers that you are using, you can enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces in various styles. 7.2.2/5.2.4-channel system 5.2.4-channel system 7.2.2-channel system...
Page 17 YPAO function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening positions (measuring positions) by using YPAO microphone measurement, and then automatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic parameters, to suit your room (YPAO: Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer).
Page 18 FEATURES > What you can do with the unit Enjoying sound field effects with much presence The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo playback). “Enjoying 3-dimentional sound fields” (p.133) “Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content” (p.134) “Enjoying sound field effects without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP)” (p.137)
Page 19 FEATURES > What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content via network When the unit is connected to a network, you can enjoy the various kinds of content via network on the unit. “Playback of music with AirPlay” (p.167) “Playback of music media servers (PCs/NAS)” (p.170) “Selecting an Internet radio station” (p.171) “Listening to a music streaming service” (p.172)
Page 20 FEATURES > What you can do with the unit Playing back content of various devices A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks on the unit allow you to connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players), audio devices (such as CD players), Bluetooth devices (such as smartphones), game consoles, USB flash drives, and other devices.
Page 21 FEATURES > What you can do with the unit Useful functions The unit is equipped with the various useful functions. The SCENE function allows you to select the input source and settings registered to the corresponding scene, such as sound program and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, with just one touch.
Page 22 FEATURES > What you can do with the unit Supporting wireless speakers The unit is equipped with the function connected with speakers wirelessly. You can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones. Also, using devices that support the MusicCast Surround function, the surround speakers and subwoofer can be wireless.
Page 23: Useful Applications
FEATURES > Useful applications Useful applications AV SETUP GUIDE AV SETUP GUIDE is an application that assists you with cable connections between AV Receiver and playback devices as well as AV Receiver setup. This app guides you through the various settings such as speaker connections, TV and playback device connections and selecting the speaker system.
Page 24: Musiccast Controller
FEATURES > Useful applications MusicCast CONTROLLER MusicCast CONTROLLER is an application that allows you to link a MusicCast compatible device to other MusicCast compatible devices in other rooms and play them back simultaneously. This app lets you use your smartphone or other mobile device instead of the remote control to easily select music to play back as well as configure the unit and MusicCast compatible devices.
Page 25: Part Names And Functions Unit Body
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Unit body Part names and functions of the front panel The part names and functions of the front panel are as follows. SURROUND:AI PURE DIRECT ZONE SELECT/ENTER SCENE RETURN MENU(CONNECT) YPAO PHONES...
Page 26 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Indicator Lights up under the following condition. SURROUND:AI Lights up when the SURROUND:AI is working (p.132). PURE DIRECT Lights up when PURE DIRECT is working (p.142). ZONE Lights up when the zone output is enabled (p.186). SELECT/ENTER Selects the input source and operates the front display.
Page 27: Front Display
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Front display Part names and functions of the front display The part names and functions of the front display are as follows. Operation mode icon Indicates the current mode of the front display (the input select mode or the info select mode). Input default name Displays the default name when you have renamed the input source name.
Page 28 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Volume Indicates the current volume. SELECT/ENTER indicator Indicates the available SELECT/ENTER status (push or rotate) for the right display area. Additional information Displays the additional information of the current input such as Reception, DSP Program. NOTE Depending on the content of playback, the unit may not get its playback status correctly.
Page 29 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Selecting the input information displayed on the front display The front display in the info select mode displays additional information related to the input source on the front display. Item Push SELECT/ENTER on the front panel to switch the front display to the info select mode. And rotate SELECT/ENTER to select between the various items.
Page 30 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Currently input source Displayed item music streaming services (with playback Song, Artist, Album, IP Address, Ethernet MAC Address, Wi-Fi MAC Address, DSP Program, information) Audio Decoder, Output Channel, HDMI Status, Zone Status, System Status AirPlay music streaming services (without playback...
Page 31 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body System Status The following system information is displayed. An underscore is indicated when it is disabled. ECO: the eco mode is enabled. PARTY: the party mode is enabled. MASTER: the unit is the master device of the MusicCast network.
Page 32: Part Names And Functions Of The Rear Panel
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body Part names and functions of the rear panel The part names and functions of the rear panel are as follows. eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) (ZONE OUT) HDMI OUT HDMI OUT VIDEO VIDEO NETWORK...
Page 33 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Unit body HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack For connecting to an HDMI-compatible device used in Zone2 or Zone4 (p.185). NETWORK jack For a wired connection to a network (p.102). PHONO jacks For connecting to a turntable (p.95). ZONE OUT jacks For connecting to the external amplifier used in another room (Zone2 or Zone3) and for outputting audio (p.184).
Page 34: Remote Control
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Remote control Remote control Part names and functions of the remote control The part names and functions of the supplied remote control are as follows. MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP ZONE PARTY PURE DIRECT HDMI OUT SCENE INPUT TUNER...
Page 35 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Transmits remote control signals (infrared). z (power) key Turns on/off the zone selected by zone switch (p.186). Zone switch Changes the zone that is controlled by the remote control (p.187). SLEEP key Sets the time of the sleep timer (p.173).
Page 36 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS > Remote control Sound mode keys Selects a sound program or a surround decoder (p.131). NOTE You can set the function to use the PROGRAM keys for other than the sound program selection (p.316). Playback operation keys Controls playback of the USB flash drive, music media server (PCs/NAS) or radio.
Page 37: Preparations Before Starting
PREPARATIONS > Before starting PREPARATIONS Before starting Names and functions of speakers The names and functions of speakers connected to the unit are as follows. 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) to 3.3 ft) 1.8 m (5.9 ft) 1.8 m (5.9 ft) 10°...
Page 38 PREPARATIONS > Before starting NOTE Use this diagram as a reference for the ideal speaker layout for the unit. However, your speaker layout does not need to match the diagram exactly. The automatic speaker setting (YPAO) can be used to automatically optimize the speaker settings (such as distances) to suit the actual speaker layout.
Page 39: Flow Of Preparations
PREPARATIONS > Before starting Flow of preparations Flow of preparations (with surround speakers connected by speaker cables) Basic flow of preparations for using the unit is as follows. Place speakers. Connect speakers. Connect a TV. Connect playback devices. Connect the radio antennas. Prepare for connecting to a network.
Page 40 PREPARATIONS > Before starting Flow of preparations (with surround speakers wirelessly connected) Basic flow of preparations for using the unit with surround speakers wirelessly connected is as follows. Place speakers. Connect speakers. Connect a TV. Connect playback devices. Connect the radio antennas. Prepare for connecting to a network.
Page 41: How To Place Speakers (Speaker Systems)
PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) How to place speakers (speaker systems) Speaker systems recommended to the unit (basic setup) This speaker system brings out the full performance of the unit. You can enjoy a highly-natural 3-dimensional sound field with any content. We recommend this speaker system for Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content.
Page 42 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR. BACK CENTER F. PRESENCE R. PRESENCE (FRONT) ZONE (REAR) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 SPEAKERS EXTRA SP. 2 EXTRA SP. 1 FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK R.
Page 43: Other Speaker Systems (Basic Setup)
PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Other speaker systems (basic setup) 5.2.4-channel system To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content, we recommend this speaker system. This speaker system uses the front and rear presence speakers to produce a highly-natural 3-dimensional sound field. This system is suited for enjoying not only 5.1-channel but also for 7.1-channel contents.
Page 44 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2.2-channel system To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content, we recommend this speaker system. This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to enjoy extended surround sounds using the surround back speakers.
Page 45 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 5.1.2-channel system To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content, we recommend this speaker system. The front presence speakers produce a natural 3-dimensional surround field including overhead. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems For layout with front presence speakers in Front Height position 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 0.5 to 1 m (1.6...
Page 46 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) For layout with front presence speakers in Overhead position 10° to 30° 10° to 30° SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR. BACK CENTER F. PRESENCE R. PRESENCE (FRONT) ZONE (REAR) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3...
Page 47 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE When installing the front presence speakers on the ceiling above the listening position, or when using Dolby Enabled speakers as the front presence speakers, the front presence speaker layout settings must be changed. You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit.
Page 48 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.1-channel system This speaker system allows you to enjoy extended surround sound using the surround back speakers. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 0.3 m (1 ft) or more SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3...
Page 49 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room. In this case, their layout settings must be changed.
Page 50 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 5.1-channel system This is a basic speaker layout recommended for enjoying surround sound. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems 10° to 30° 10° to 30° SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR. BACK CENTER F.
Page 51 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room. In this case, their layout settings must be changed.
Page 52 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 3.1.2-channel system We recommend this speaker layout when you cannot place speakers in the back of the room. You can also enjoy Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content with this speaker system. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft)
Page 53 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE When installing the front presence speakers to the ceiling above the listening position or using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the front presence speakers, configure your front presence speaker layout. You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 54 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 3.1-channel system This is a speaker layout recommended for enjoying stereo sound with a center speaker. Center channel sound such as movie dialogue and vocals can be clearly obtained. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3...
Page 55 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room. In this case, their layout settings must be changed.
Page 56 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 2.1-channel system This is a speaker layout recommended for enjoying stereo sound. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR. BACK CENTER F. PRESENCE R. PRESENCE (FRONT) ZONE (REAR) AV 1 AV 2...
Page 57 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room. In this case, their layout settings must be changed.
Page 58 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Virtual CINEMA FRONT This speaker layout is recommended if you cannot place speakers in the back of the room. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR. BACK CENTER F.
Page 59 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE To use Virtual CINEMA FRONT, the speaker configuration settings must be changed. You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 60: Speaker Systems Using The Unit's Internal Amplifier (Advanced Setup)
PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Speaker systems using the unit’s internal amplifier (advanced setup) List of speaker systems using the unit’s internal amplifier In addition to the basic speaker systems, the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations.
Page 61 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2 +1Zone The Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in another room. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems Zone2 Main zone SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3...
Page 62 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Related links “Speaker requirements” (p.84) “Setting your speaker system” (p.225) “Setting the layout of the subwoofers” (p.233) “Playback in multiple rooms (multi zone function)” (p.180)
Page 63 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2.2 +1Zone The Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in another room. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems Zone2 Main zone SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3...
Page 64 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE To use the Zone speaker system, the speaker configuration settings must be changed. You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 65 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2 +2Zone The Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in other 2 rooms. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems Zone2 Main zone Zone3 SUBWOOFER ZONE 2...
Page 66 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE To use the Zone speaker system, the speaker configuration settings must be changed. You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 67 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2 Bi-Amp You can connect the front speakers that support bi-amp connections. To enable the bi-amp function, configure the necessary speaker settings. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems Bi-amp SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR.
Page 68 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE The following speakers cannot be connected simultaneously. Rear presence speakers Bi-amp speakers You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 69 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 5.2.2 Bi-Amp You can connect the front speakers that support bi-amp connections. To enable the bi-amp function, configure the necessary speaker settings. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems Bi-amp SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT SURROUND SUR.
Page 70 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE The following speakers cannot be connected simultaneously. Rear presence speakers Bi-amp speakers You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 71 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2 Bi-Amp +1Zone You can connect the front speakers that support bi-amp connections. At the same time, the Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in another room. To enable the bi-amp function and the Zone function, configure the necessary speaker settings.
Page 72 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) NOTE The following speakers cannot be connected simultaneously. Rear presence speakers Bi-amp speakers You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the separate sounds, and so you can place them on the left/right or front/rear sides of the room.
Page 73: Speaker Systems Using An External Power Amplifier (Advanced Setup)
PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Speaker systems using an external power amplifier (advanced setup) List of speaker systems using an external power amplifier In addition to the basic speaker systems, the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations.
Page 74 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Connecting an external power amplifier When connecting an external power amplifier (pre-main amplifier) to enhance speaker output, connect the input jacks of the power amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks of the unit. The same channel signals are output from the PRE OUT jacks as from their corresponding SPEAKERS terminals.
Page 75 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) FRONT (XLR) jacks Outputs front left and right channel sounds through XLR balanced cables. NOTE Use XLR balanced cables to connect a power amplifier to the FRONT (XLR) jacks on the unit. Before connecting an XLR balanced cable, refer to the instruction manual of your device and verify that its XLR jacks are compatible with the pin assignments.
Page 76 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2.4 [ext.RP] With the rear presence speakers using an external power amplifier, you can build an 11-channel extended system (7.2.4-channel system). [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems via external via external External power amplifier SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3...
Page 77 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Related links “Speaker requirements” (p.84) “Setting your speaker system” (p.225) “Setting the layout of the subwoofers” (p.233)
Page 78 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2.4 [ext.Front] With the front speakers using an external power amplifier, you can build an 11-channel extended system (7.2.4-channel system). [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems via external via external External power amplifier SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 FRONT...
Page 79 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Related links “Speaker requirements” (p.84) “Setting your speaker system” (p.225) “Setting the layout of the subwoofers” (p.233)
Page 80 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2.2 [ext.Front] +1Zone The Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in another room. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems via external amp Zone2 Main zone External power...
Page 81 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Related links “Speaker requirements” (p.84) “Setting your speaker system” (p.225) “Setting the layout of the subwoofers” (p.233) “Playback in multiple rooms (multi zone function)” (p.180)
Page 82 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) 7.2 [ext.Front] +2Zone The Zone function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in other 2 rooms. [Search tag]#Q01 Speaker systems via external amp Zone2 Main zone Zone3...
Page 83 PREPARATIONS > How to place speakers (speaker systems) Related links “Speaker requirements” (p.84) “Setting your speaker system” (p.225) “Setting the layout of the subwoofers” (p.233) “Playback in multiple rooms (multi zone function)” (p.180)
Page 84: Connecting Speakers
PREPARATIONS > Connecting speakers Connecting speakers Speaker requirements Speakers and subwoofers to be connected to the unit must meet the following requirements: Use following speakers. the front speakers: with an impedance of at least 4-ohm other speakers: with an impedance of at least 6-ohm Use a subwoofer with built-in amplifier.
Page 85: Cable Requirements
PREPARATIONS > Connecting speakers Cable requirements Use the following types of commercially-available cables to connect speakers to the unit: Speaker cables (for connecting the speakers) – – Audio pin cable (for connecting a subwoofer) Related links “Connecting the speaker” (p.86)
Page 86: How To Connect Speakers
PREPARATIONS > Connecting speakers How to connect speakers Connecting the speaker Connect a speaker cable between the negative (–) terminal of the unit and the negative (–) terminal of the speaker, and between the positive (+) terminal of the unit and the positive (+) unit of the speaker. Remove the unit’s power cable from an AC wall outlet before connecting the speaker.
Page 87 PREPARATIONS > Connecting speakers NOTE If “Check SP Wires” appears on the front display when the unit is turned on, turn off the unit, and then confirm that the speaker cables are not short circuited. (U.S.A., Canada, China, Taiwan, Brazil, Central and South America and General models only) When using a banana plug, tighten the speaker terminal and insert a banana plug into the end of the terminal.
Page 88 PREPARATIONS > Connecting speakers Connecting the subwoofer Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. Unplug the power cables of the unit and subwoofer from the AC wall outlets before connecting the subwoofer. F R O N S U R R O U N D S U R .
Page 89: Connecting A Tv
PREPARATIONS > Connecting a TV Connecting a TV HDMI connection with a TV Connect a TV to the unit with an HDMI cable. When the TV audio is played back on the unit, use eARC/ARC function or use a digital optical cable to input TV audio to the unit. [Search tag]#Q02 Connect TV NOTE Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Page 90 PREPARATIONS > Connecting a TV Connecting a digital optical cable If your TV does not support eARC/ARC, connect your TV to AUDIO 1 OPTICAL jack on the unit with a digital optical cable. The unit (rear) HDMI OUT jack HDMI input eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE) (5 STB)
Page 91: Hdmi Connection With Another Tv Or A Projector
PREPARATIONS > Connecting a TV HDMI connection with another TV or a projector The unit has multiple HDMI output jacks. If you connect another TV or a projector to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can switch the TV (or projector) to be used for watching videos with the remote control. The unit (rear) HDMI OUT 2 jack eARC/ARC...
Page 92: Connecting Playback Devices
PREPARATIONS > Connecting playback devices Connecting playback devices HDMI connection with a video device such as a BD/DVD player Connect a video device to the unit with an HDMI cable. The unit (rear) HDMI 1–7 jacks (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE)
Page 93: Connection Other Than Hdmi With A Playback Device
PREPARATIONS > Connecting playback devices Connection other than HDMI with a playback device VIDEO (component video) connection with a video device Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable. Depending on the audio output jacks available on your video device, choose one of the following connections.
Page 94 PREPARATIONS > Connecting playback devices VIDEO (composite video) connection with a video device Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable. Depending on the audio output jacks available on your video device, choose one of the following connections.
Page 95 PREPARATIONS > Connecting playback devices AUDIO connection with an audio device such as a CD player Connect audio devices such as CD players to the unit. Depending on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections.
Page 96 PREPARATIONS > Connecting playback devices Related links “Part names and functions of the rear panel” (p.32) “Connecting the FM antenna” (p.97) “Connecting the DAB/FM antenna” (p.100)
Page 97: Connecting The Radio Antennas
PREPARATIONS > Connecting the radio antennas Connecting the radio antennas Connecting the FM antenna Model For U.S.A., Canada, Asia, Korea, China, Taiwan, Brazil, General, and Central and South America Connect the supplied FM antenna to the unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall. FM antenna eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE)
Page 98: Connecting The Am Antenna
PREPARATIONS > Connecting the radio antennas Connecting the AM antenna Model For U.S.A., Canada, Asia, Korea, China, Taiwan, Brazil, General, and Central and South America Connect the supplied AM antenna to the unit. Place the AM antenna on a flat surface. AM antenna eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE)
Page 99 PREPARATIONS > Connecting the radio antennas Related links “Network connection of the unit” (p.101)
Page 100: Connecting The Dab/Fm Antenna
PREPARATIONS > Connecting the radio antennas Connecting the DAB/FM antenna Model For U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit. Fix the antenna ends to a wall. DAB/FM antenna eARC/ARC (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) HDMI OUT VIDEO VIDEO...
Page 101: Preparing For Connecting To A Network
PREPARATIONS > Preparing for connecting to a network Preparing for connecting to a network Network connection of the unit The unit supports wired and wireless connections. Select a connection method according to your network environment. You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit.
Page 102: Connecting A Network Cable (Wired Connection)
PREPARATIONS > Preparing for connecting to a network Connecting a network cable (wired connection) Connect the unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable). When using a router that supports DHCP, you do not need to configure any network settings for the unit. Internet Network Attached Storage (NAS) Modem...
Page 103: Preparing Wireless Antennas (Wireless Connection)
PREPARATIONS > Preparing for connecting to a network Preparing wireless antennas (wireless connection) Stand the wireless antennas upright for connecting to the wireless network or a Bluetooth device wirelessly. NOTICE Do not apply excessive force on the wireless antenna. Doing so may damage the antenna. Related links “Adding the unit to the MusicCast network” (p.112) “Selecting a wireless network connection method” (p.409)
Page 104: Connecting Other Devices
The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that supports a system connection or a device with a trigger input jack, you can use the trigger function by connecting the external device to the TRIGGER OUT jack with a monaural mini-jack cable.
Page 105: Operating The Unit From Another Room (Remote Connection)
Zone2/Zone3/Zone4 Main zone 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 the REMOTE IN/OUT jacks with monaural mini-jack cables and an infrared signal receiver.
Page 106 PREPARATIONS > Connecting other devices REMOTE IN/OUT jacks REMOTE IN/OUT jacks REMOTE REMOTE Infrared signal receiver Yamaha products (up to six, including the unit) Remote control Zone2/Zone3/Zone4 Related links “Plugging in the power cable” (p.107)
Page 107: Turning On The Power Of The Unit
PREPARATIONS > Turning on the power of the unit Turning on the power of the unit Plugging in the power cable After all the connections are complete, plug in the power cable. The unit (rear) (5 STB) (6 GAME) (ZONE OUT) HDMI OUT HDMI NETWORK...
Page 108: Setting The Power To On/Standby (Main Zone)
PREPARATIONS > Turning on the power of the unit Setting the power to on/standby (Main zone) Switch the power of Main zone between on and standby. NOTE Main zone is the room where the unit is installed. Set the zone switch to “MAIN”. Press z.
Page 109: Selecting The Menu Language
PREPARATIONS > Selecting the menu language Selecting the menu language Selecting the menu language To set the desired menu language, switch the input of the TV to display video from the unit and press SETUP. And then, select “Language” in “System” in the “SETUP” menu. Related links “Setting the menu language” (p.307) “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 110: Setting Musiccast
Setting MusicCast What is MusicCast MusicCast is a wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy music from your smartphone, PC, NAS drive, Internet radio station and music streaming service anywhere in your house with one easy-to-use dedicated application “MusicCast...
Page 111: Using Musiccast Controller
PREPARATIONS > Setting MusicCast Using MusicCast CONTROLLER To use the network features on the MusicCast compatible device, you need the dedicated application “MusicCast CONTROLLER” for the operation. Search for the free application “MusicCast CONTROLLER” on the App Store or Google Play and install it to your device. Related links “Adding the unit to the MusicCast network” (p.112)
Page 112: Adding The Unit To The Musiccast Network
PREPARATIONS > Setting MusicCast Adding the unit to the MusicCast network Perform the following procedure to add the unit to the MusicCast network. You can also configure the unit’s wireless network settings at once. Launch the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” application on your mobile device and tap “Setup”.
Page 113: Using The Musiccast Surround Function
PREPARATIONS > Using the MusicCast Surround function Using the MusicCast Surround function Configuring wireless speakers Using devices that support the MusicCast Surround function, you can enjoy a 5.1.2-channel or 5.1-channel system with wireless surround speakers and subwoofer. NOTE Refer to the instruction manual of the devices that support the MusicCast Surround function for details on settings and operations. Devices supporting MusicCast Surround As of March 1, 2021 Wireless Streaming Speaker...
Page 114 The unit and the devices supporting MusicCast Surround must be registered with the same location on the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to complete setup of the MusicCast Surround function. For detailed setup instructions, refer to the following. https://download.yamaha.com/files/tcm:39-1212383 Related links “Flow of the speaker configurations” (p.115)
Page 115: Configuring The Speaker Settings
YPAO microphone, the unit detects speaker connections and measures the distances from them to your listening position(s) that is measuring position(s). And then, the unit automatically optimizes the speaker settings such as volume balance and acoustic parameters. (YPAO: Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) NOTE During the measuring process, test tones are output at high volume.
Page 116 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO jack. The unit (front) Ear height The following screen appears on the TV. If you want to enable an item under “Measuring option”, select the item and check its box.
Page 117 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings According to the guidance displayed on the screen, start the measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the measurement finishes. Warning message (if available) Select “Save” to apply the measurement results to the speaker settings. Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit.
Page 118: Assigning Speaker Configuration
PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Assigning speaker configuration If you use any of the following speaker configurations, configure the corresponding speaker settings manually. When using the surround back speakers When using bi-amp connections or zone connections When using the surround speakers placed in front (Virtual CINEMA FRONT) When using the front presence speakers for Dolby Atmos or DTS:X playback Related links “Setting your speaker system” (p.225)
Page 119: Optional Measurement Of Ypao
PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Optional measurement of YPAO YPAO measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure) Select “Multi Measure” option if you will have several listening positions or if you want others to enjoy surround sound. You can take measurements at up to 8 different positions in the room. The speaker settings will be optimized to suit the area defined by those positions.
Page 120 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings YPAO measuring the angle and height of speakers (angle/height measure) Select “Angle/Height Measure” option so that CINEMA DSP can create more effective sound fields. The unit will measure angle of each speaker and height of the presence speakers at the listening position, and correct the speaker parameters.
Page 121: Configuring The Speaker Settings Automatically Based On The Ypao Measurement Results
PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Configuring the speaker settings automatically based on the YPAO measurement results Configuring the speaker settings automatically based on the YPAO multi measurement results Perform the following procedure to take a measurement when the “Multi Measure” option is selected. It takes about 15 minutes to measure 8 listening positions.
Page 122 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO jack. The unit (front) Ear height Select “Multi Measure” under “Measuring option”. According to the guidance displayed on the screen, start the measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the measurement at the first position finishes. Move the YPAO microphone to the next listening position and press ENTER.
Page 123 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings When the measurements at the positions you want to measure are completed, select “Skip”. When you have taken measurements at 8 listening positions, the following screen appears automatically. Select “Save” to save the measurement result. The adjusted speaker settings are applied.
Page 124 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Configuring the speaker settings automatically based on the YPAO measurement results with the angle/height measurement Perform the following procedure to take a measurement when the “Angle/Height Measure” option is selected. NOTE Do not use the microphone base until the corresponding message appear on the TV. During the measuring process, test tones are output at high volume.
Page 125 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO jack. The unit (front) Ear height Select “Angle/Height Measure” under “Measuring option”. According to the guidance displayed on the screen, start the measurement. The following screen appears on the TV at the time of angle/height measurement.
Page 126 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Attach the supplied pole to the center of the microphone base. Pole Microphone base Place the microphone base at the listening position (same height as your ears) you will be seated most frequently. We recommend the use of a tripod and adjust your listening position (same height as your ears).
Page 127 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Press ENTER to start the first angle measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the first angle measurement finishes. In the same way, perform the angle measurement for the positions “2” and “3”. Set the YPAO microphone at the top of the pole and perform the fourth angle measurement.
Page 128 PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Select “Save” to save the measurement result. The adjusted speaker settings are applied. Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit. This completes optimization of the speaker settings. NOTICE The YPAO microphone is sensitive to heat, so should not be placed anywhere where it could be exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures (such as on top of AV equipment).
Page 129: Error Messages From Ypao
The YPAO microphone has been removed. ERROR 8 Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO jack firmly and retry YPAO. If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or The YPAO microphone cannot service center. detect test tones.
Page 130: Warning Messages From Ypao
PREPARATIONS > Configuring the speaker settings Warning messages from YPAO If a warning message is displayed, resolve the problem by following table and perform YPAO again. You can still apply the measurement results, however, we recommend you resolve the problem and perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings.
Page 131: Enjoying Sound
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects ENJOYING SOUND Enjoying sound field effects Selecting your favorite sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders. You can enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode such as sound field effect or stereo playback. MAIN 2 3 4 MAIN 2 3 4 ZONE...
Page 132: Playing Back With Surround Effects Optimized For The Scene (Surround:ai)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Playing back with surround effects optimized for the scene (SURROUND:AI) With SURROUND:AI, the AI incorporated in the DSP creates the optimal surround effect for the scene of the content. Scenes are instantaneously analyzed with a focus on sound elements such as “dialogue”, “background music”, “ambient sounds”...
Page 133: Enjoying 3-Dimentional Sound Fields
Enjoying 3-dimentional sound fields The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP HD³). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual movie theaters or concert halls in your room and enjoy natural 3-dimensional sound fields.
Page 134: Enjoying Sound Field Effects Optimized For The Type Of Content
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs. You can enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode. You can select a sound program by pressing PROGRAM. We recommend a sound program in the “MOVIE”...
Page 135 ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects This program is suitable for action games, such as car racing and fighting games. The reality of, and emphasis on, various effects makes the player feel like they are right in the middle of Action Game the action, allowing for greater concentration.
Page 136 ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Use this program to output sound from all speakers. When you play back multichannel sources, the unit mixes down the source to 2 channels, and then outputs the sound from all All-Channel Stereo speakers.
Page 137: Enjoying Sound Field Effects Without Surround Speakers (Virtual Cinema Dsp)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Enjoying sound field effects without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP) If you select one of the sound programs when no surround speakers are connected, the unit automatically creates the surround sound field using the front speakers. You can enjoy sound field effects without surround speakers.
Page 138: Enjoying Surround Sound With 5 Speakers Placed In Front (Virtual Cinema Front)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Enjoying surround sound with 5 speakers placed in front (Virtual CINEMA FRONT) When the surround speakers are placed in front and “Layout” in “Surround” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Front”, the unit creates the virtual surround speakers in the rear side. You can enjoy multichannel surround sound only with speakers placed in the front.
Page 139: Enjoying Surround Sound With Headphones (Silent Cinema)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying sound field effects Enjoying surround sound with headphones (SILENT CINEMA) You can enjoy surround or sound field effects, like a multichannel speaker system, with stereo headphones by connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack and selecting a sound program or a surround decoder. Related links “Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content” (p.134) “Enjoying multichannel playback without sound field effects (surround decoder)” (p.141)
Page 140: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying original sound (straight decode) You can play back input sources without any sound field effects. The unit produces stereo sound from the front speakers for 2-channel sources such as CDs, and produces unprocessed multichannel sounds for multichannel sources.
Page 141: Enjoying Multichannel Playback Without Sound Field Effects (Surround Decoder)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying multichannel playback without sound field effects (surround decoder) The unit enables multichannel playback from 2-channel/multichannel sources without sound field effects. This is used when “SURROUND DECODE” is selected by PROGRAM keys. Press SUR. DECODE to select a surround decoder. Each time you press SUR. DECODE, the surround decoder changes.
Page 142: Enjoying Higher Quality Playback (Pure Direct)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying higher quality playback (Pure Direct) The unit allows you to enjoy the high-quality playback with reduced noise. Various processing modes and some circuitry (such as the front display) other than the basic playback function is suspended. Each time you press PURE DIRECT, the direct playback mode is enabled or disabled.
Page 143: Enjoying 3-Dimensional Sound
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying 3-dimensional sound Enjoying 3-dimensional sound Enjoying Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ Playing back Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content creates realistic sound that comes from every direction, including overhead. To receive the full effect, we recommend a speaker system with front presence speakers. About Dolby Atmos®...
Page 144: Enjoying Favorite Sound
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Enjoying favorite sound Enjoying more powerful sound to the audio source (Compressed Music Enhancer) You can enjoy a dynamic sound by adding depth and breadth to the sound. This function can be used along with any other sound modes.
Page 145: Enhancing The Low-Frequency Range From The Subwoofer
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Enhancing the low-frequency range from the subwoofer You can enhance the low-frequency range from the subwoofer while avoiding interference with the front speakers in middle- and low-frequency range. Set “Subwoofer Trim” in the “Option” menu. Related links “Adjusting the subwoofer volume” (p.203)
Page 146: Enjoying Powerful Sound At Low Volume
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Enjoying powerful sound at low volume Automatically you can correct the high- and low-frequency levels, hardly heard at low volume, based on the YPAO measurement results and the auditory sensation. Set “YPAO Volume” in the “Option” menu. NOTE “YPAO Volume”...
Page 147: Making Easy To Hear The Dialogue Sounds
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Making easy to hear the dialogue sounds You can adjust the volume of dialogue sounds to become easy to hear. Set “Dialogue Level” in the “Option” menu. Related links “Adjusting the volume of dialogue sound” (p.196)
Page 148: Enjoying Bass Sound With Small Speakers (Extra Bass)
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Enjoying bass sound with small speakers (Extra Bass) You can enjoy sufficient bass sound, regardless of the size of the front speakers and the presence or absence of a subwoofer. Set “Extra Bass” in the “Option” menu. Related links “Setting the use of Extra Bass” (p.204)
Page 149: Enjoying Sound Better
ENJOYING SOUND > Enjoying favorite sound Enjoying sound better Enjoying music streaming services You can listen to better sound in music streaming services. Set Compressed Music Enhancer to “On”. For details, see the following: “Enjoying more powerful sound to the audio source (Compressed Music Enhancer)” (p.144) Enjoying sound at a low volume at night Sound at a low volume is hard to listen to.
Page 150: Playback
PLAYBACK > Basic playback procedure PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Basic procedure for playing back video and music Basic procedure for playing back video and music is as follows. Turn on the external devices. Use the input selection keys to select an input source. INPUT Input selection keys MAIN 2 3 4...
Page 151: Selecting An Hdmi Output Jack
PLAYBACK > Basic playback procedure Selecting an HDMI output jack You can select the HDMI OUT jacks for video/audio output. Each time you press HDMI OUT, the HDMI OUT jack to be used for signal output changes. Outputs the same signal at both the HDMI OUT 1 and HDMI OUT 2 jacks. HDMI OUT Outputs the signals at the HDMI OUT 1 jack.
Page 152: Item Names And Functions Of The Playback Screen
PLAYBACK > Basic playback procedure Item names and functions of the playback screen When playback starts, the playback screen appears on the TV. Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings and playback status (such as play/pause). Playback information Displays the artist name, album name, song title, track number, station name, and elapsed time. NOTE Displayed items vary depending on the content of playback.
Page 153: Item Names And Functions Of The Browse Screen
PLAYBACK > Basic playback procedure Item names and functions of the browse screen When the following input source is selected, the browse screen appears on the TV. SERVER NET RADIO Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings. Contents list Displays the list of contents. Select an item and press ENTER to confirm the selection. Item number/total Operation menu Select an item and press ENTER to confirm the selection.
Page 154: Playing Back Tv Audio
PLAYBACK > Playing back TV audio Playing back TV audio Playback of TV audio with eARC/ARC Connect your TV that supports eARC/ARC to the unit with an HDMI cable to play back the TV audio on the unit. When you select a TV program with the TV remote control, the input source of the unit will be automatically switched to “TV”...
Page 155: Playback Of Tv Audio With A Digital Optical Cable
PLAYBACK > Playing back TV audio Playback of TV audio with a digital optical cable In the following case, use a digital optical cable to input TV audio to the unit. Your TV does not support eARC/ARC. You do not want to use eARC/ARC. Set “ARC”...
Page 156: Listening To The Radio
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Listening to the radio Preparing to listen to the radio Setting the frequency steps Model For Asia, Taiwan, Brazil, General, and Central and South America Set the radio tuning frequency steps of the unit depending on your country or region. At the factory, the frequency step setting is set to 50 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM.
Page 157 PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Preparing the DAB tuning Model For U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia Before listening to DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio, perform an initial scan to register the DAB radio stations automatically. Select “TUNER” as the input source. Press BAND to select the DAB band.
Page 158 PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Frequency Channel label 190.640 MHz 192.352 MHz 194.064 MHz 195.936 MHz 197.648 MHz 199.360 MHz 201.072 MHz 202.928 MHz 204.640 MHz 206.352 MHz 208.064 MHz 209.936 MHz 211.648 MHz 213.360 MHz 215.072 MHz 216.928 MHz 218.640 MHz 220.352 MHz 222.064 MHz...
Page 159: Listening To The Radio
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Listening to the radio You can tune in to a radio station by using the unit’s built-in tuner. Select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display.
Page 160: Displaying The Radio Data System Information
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Displaying the Radio Data System information Model For U.K., Europe and Russia Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations. The unit can receive various types of data, such as “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text” and “Clock Time”, when it is tuned in to a Radio Data System broadcasting station.
Page 161: Displaying The Dab Information
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Displaying the DAB information Model For U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. Tune in to the desired DAB radio station. Push and rotate SELECT/ENTER on the front panel to select between the various display items.
Page 162: Registering A Radio Station Manually
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Registering a radio station manually Tune in to a radio station and register it to a preset number. Tune in to the desired radio station. Hold down MEMORY for 3 seconds. Press PRESET to select the preset number. Press MEMORY.
Page 163: Registering Fm Radio Stations Automatically (Auto Preset)
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Registering FM radio stations automatically (Auto Preset) You can register FM radio stations automatically. FM radio stations with strong signals are automatically registered to the preset numbers. Select the FM band. Hold down MEMORY for 3 seconds. Press PRESET to select the preset number from which to start the registration.
Page 164: Clearing Preset Stations
PLAYBACK > Listening to the radio Clearing preset stations Clears radio stations registered to the preset numbers. Select “TUNER” as the input source. Hold down MEMORY for 3 seconds. Press PRESET to select a preset station to be cleared. Press MODE. The preset station is cleared.
Page 165: Playing Back Music With The Bluetooth® Connection
PLAYBACK > Playing back music with the Bluetooth® connection Playing back music with the Bluetooth® connection Playback of Bluetooth® device music on the unit You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) on the unit. CAUTION When you use Bluetooth device controls to adjust volume, the volume may be unexpectedly loud, and it could result in difficulty in hearing or damage to devices.
Page 166: Playback Of Music Using Bluetooth® Speakers/Headphones
PLAYBACK > Playing back music with the Bluetooth® connection Playback of music using Bluetooth® speakers/headphones You can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones. Be sure to connect the Bluetooth speakers/headphones whose volume is adjustable. You cannot adjust the volume of the Bluetooth speakers/headphones from the unit.
Page 167: Playing Back Music With Airplay
PLAYBACK > Playing back music with AirPlay Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of music with AirPlay The AirPlay allows you to play back music on the unit. Tap (Click) the AirPlay icon on your iPhone or iTunes/ music and select the unit as the audio output device. CAUTION When you use AirPlay device controls to adjust volume, the volume may be unexpectedly loud, and it could result in difficulty in hearing or damage to devices.
Page 168: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Flash Drive
PLAYBACK > Playing back music stored on a USB flash drive Playing back music stored on a USB flash drive Playback of USB flash drive content You can play back music files stored on a USB flash drive on the unit. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB jack.
Page 169 PLAYBACK > Playing back music stored on a USB flash drive Related links “Item names and functions of the browse screen” (p.153) “Item names and functions of the playback screen” (p.152) “Configuring the shuffle setting” (p.208) “Configuring the repeat setting” (p.209) “Registering a favorite content as shortcut” (p.178)
Page 170: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)
PLAYBACK > Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) Playback of music media servers (PCs/NAS) You can play back music files stored on your media server on the unit. NOTE You need to configure the media sharing setting on each device or media server software in advance. For details, refer to the instruction manual for the device or software.
Page 171: Listening To Internet Radio
You may not be able to receive some Internet radio stations. The unit uses the airable.Radio service. airable is a service of airable GmbH. Service may change or be discontinued without notice. We ask for your understanding in advance that Yamaha Corporation would not bear any liability for it.
Page 172: Listening To Music Streaming Services
You need a pay application in some streaming services. For details, refer to the service provider’s website. Service may change or be discontinued without notice. We ask for your understanding in advance that Yamaha Corporation would not bear any liability for it.
Page 173: Useful Functions
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > Sleep timer function USEFUL FUNCTIONS Sleep timer function Setting the time of the sleep timer The unit switches to the standby mode after set time passes. Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the time of the sleep timer (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, off). When the sleep timer is on, the sleep timer indicator lights up on the front display.
Page 174: Scene Function
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > SCENE function SCENE function Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the input source and settings registered to the corresponding scene with just one touch. The settings which can be registered are as follows. [Search tag]#Q04 SCENE HDMI Control Input...
Page 175: Selecting A Registered Scene
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > SCENE function Selecting a registered scene Press a SCENE number key on the remote control, and the settings registered to the corresponding scene are directly selected. Alternatively, you can also select a registered scene by pressing SCENE switching key repeatedly.
Page 176 USEFUL FUNCTIONS > SCENE function SCENE number key 6: AUDIO1 SCENE number key 7: AUDIO1 SCENE number key 8: SERVER Zone4 SCENE number key 1: HDMI1 SCENE number key 2: HDMI2 SCENE number key 3: HDMI3 SCENE number key 4: HDMI4 SCENE number key 5: HDMI5 SCENE number key 6: HDMI6 SCENE number key 7: HDMI7...
Page 177: Registering A Scene
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > SCENE function Registering a scene You can change the default setting assigned to each SCENE number key. When “NET”, “USB” or “TUNER” is selected for the input source, you can register the assigned radio station or content. [Search tag]#Q04 SCENE Prepare the unit’s settings you want to assign to a SCENE number key.
Page 178: Shortcut Function
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > Shortcut function Shortcut function Registering a favorite content as shortcut You can register favorite content (such as music stored on media servers and Internet radio stations) as shortcuts. Play back a song or a radio station to be registered. Hold down MEMORY for 3 seconds.
Page 179: Recalling A Registered Content As Shortcut
USEFUL FUNCTIONS > Shortcut function Recalling a registered content as shortcut Recall a registered content (such as music stored on media servers and Internet radio stations) by selecting the shortcut number. Press BLUETOOTH, NET or USB. MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP ZONE PARTY...
Page 180: Enjoying In Multiple Rooms (Zones) Preparing Zones
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) Preparing zones Playback in multiple rooms (multi zone function) You can play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed and in another room. You can use the unit according to your favorite, for example, while you are watching TV in the living room (Main zone), another person can listen to radio in the study room (Zone2).
Page 181: Multi-Zone Configuration Examples
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones Multi-zone configuration examples You can enjoy videos/music using TVs and speakers placed in other rooms. Enjoying music using speakers Audio (SPEAKERS or ZONE OUT) Study room (Zone2/Zone3) Living room (Main zone) Enjoying videos/music using a TV and speakers Video (HDMI) Audio (SPEAKERS or ZONE OUT) Study room (Zone2)
Page 182 ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones Enjoying videos/music using only a TV Video/audio (HDMI) Study room (Zone2/Zone4) Living room (Main zone) Related links “Connecting zone speakers using the unit’s internal amplifier” (p.183) “Connecting an HDMI device in zone” (p.185)
Page 183: Connecting Zone Speakers
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones Connecting zone speakers Connecting zone speakers using the unit’s internal amplifier Connect zone speakers to the unit with speaker cables. And according to the speaker’s connection, change your speaker configuration setting. NOTICE Unplug the unit’s power cable from an AC wall outlet before connecting the speakers.
Page 184 ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones Connecting zone speakers using an external amplifier Connect the external amplifier placed in zone to the unit with a stereo pin cable. You can adjust the volume for zone output with the unit. When using an external amplifier with volume control, set “Volume” in “Zone2” or “Zone3”...
Page 185: Connecting An Hdmi Device In Zone
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Preparing zones Connecting an HDMI device in zone Connecting an HDMI device in zone to the unit Connect an HDMI device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio in zone. With an HDMI cable, HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack on the unit is connected to it.
Page 186: Operating Zones
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Operating zones Operating zones Turning on/off the power of zones Switch the power of each zone between on and off. Set the zone switch on the remote control to the zone that you want to operate. Press z.
Page 187: Basic Procedure In Zone
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Operating zones Basic procedure in zone Basic procedure for playback in zone is as follows. The zone selected by the zone switch can be operated. Turn on the zone. Turn on the external devices connected to the unit. Use the input selection keys to select an input source.
Page 188: Other Procedure In Zone
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Operating zones Other procedure in zone Other procedure in every zone is as follows. Press SCENE key to select the input source and settings with just one touch. To set the sleep timer (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, off), press SLEEP repeatedly. The zone output will be disabled after a specified period of time.
Page 189: Enjoying The Same Source In Multiple Rooms (Party Mode)
ENJOYING IN MULTIPLE ROOMS (ZONES) > Operating zones Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) The party mode allows you to play back in all zones the same music that is being played back in the Main zone. During the party mode, stereo playback is automatically selected for all zones. Each time you press PARTY, the party mode is turned on or off.
Page 190: Configurations
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit CONFIGURATIONS Configuring the unit Using the menu The unit is equipped with following menus. “Option” menu: You can configure playback settings according to the input source currently being played back. Operate this menu displayed on the TV with the remote control. “Setup”...
Page 191: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources (Option Menu)
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Basic operation of the Option menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Option” menu. Operate this menu displayed on the TV with the remote control.
Page 192: Option Menu Items
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Option menu items Use the following table to configure playback settings of the unit. Item Page Tone Control p.193 YPAO Volume p.194 YPAO Volume Adaptive DRC p.195 Dialogue Level p.196 Dialogue DTS Dialogue Control...
Page 193: Adjusting The Tone Of The Audio Output
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the tone of the audio output Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) individually. Option menu “Tone Control” Setting range -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB NOTE When both “Treble”...
Page 194: Configuring The Volume Automatically Based On The Ypao Measurement Results
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Configuring the volume automatically based on the YPAO measurement results Adjusting the high- and low-frequency levels automatically according to the volume Selects whether to adjust the high- and low-frequency levels to the volume automatically. If this function is set to “On”, you can enjoy natural sounds even at low volume.
Page 195 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the dynamic range automatically Selects whether to adjust the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) to the volume automatically. If this function is set to “On”, it is useful for listening to playback at a low volume at night. Option menu “YPAO Volume”...
Page 196: Adjusting The Dialogue Sounds
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the dialogue sounds Adjusting the volume of dialogue sound Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds that are hardly heard. Higher value strengthens the dialogue sounds. Option menu “Dialogue” > “Dialogue Level” Setting range 0 to 3 NOTE...
Page 197 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the volume of dialogue sound during DTS:X™ playback Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds that are hardly heard for DTS:X content. Higher value strengthens the dialogue sounds. Option menu “Dialogue”...
Page 198 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the perceived height of dialogue sound Adjusts the perceived height of dialogue sounds when the position (height) of dialogue sound is artificial. Bigger setting value gets the higher position. If the dialogue sounds as if it is coming from below the screen, you can raise its perceived height by increasing this setting.
Page 199: Adjusting The Delay Of The Lipsync Function
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the delay of the Lipsync function Adjusts the delay between video and audio output (Lipsync) manually. This setting is available only when “Delay Enable” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Enable” for each input source. Option menu “Lipsync”...
Page 200: Setting Compressed Music Enhancer
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Setting Compressed Music Enhancer Selects whether to use Compressed Music Enhancer. You can also use ENHANCER on the remote control to enable/disable Compressed Music Enhancer. Option menu “Enhancer” > “Enhancer” Settings Disables Compressed Music Enhancer.
Page 201: Setting The High-Resolution Mode
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Setting the high-resolution mode Selects whether to use the high-resolution mode when “Enhancer” is set to “On”. If this function is set to “On”, you can enhance the quality of 2-channel uncompressed digital audio (such as PCM) and lossless compressed digital audio (such as FLAC) using Compressed Music Enhancer.
Page 202: Correcting Volume Differences During Playback
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Correcting volume differences during playback Correcting volume differences between input sources Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothered by volume differences when switching between input sources, use this function to correct it. Option menu “Volume Trim”...
Page 203 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adjusting the subwoofer volume Fine-adjusts the subwoofer volume. Option menu “Volume Trim” > “Subwoofer Trim” Setting range -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB Related links “Basic operation of the Option menu” (p.191)
Page 204: Setting The Use Of Extra Bass
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Setting the use of Extra Bass Uses Extra Bass to enhance bass sound. If this function is set to “On”, you can enjoy sufficient bass sounds, regardless of the size of the front speakers and the presence or absence of the subwoofer. Option menu “Extra Bass”...
Page 205: Enabling The Video Signal Processing
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Enabling the video signal processing Selects whether to use the video signal processing (resolution, aspect ratio and adjustment) settings configured in “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu. Option menu “Video Processing”...
Page 206: Selecting The Video Adjustment Setting
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Selecting the video adjustment setting Selects a video adjustment setting from presets you have configured in “Adjustment” in the “Setup” menu. Option menu “Video Processing” > “Video Adjustment” Setting range 1 to 6 NOTE This setting is applied separately to each input source.
Page 207: Selecting A Video Source To Be Displayed With The Selected Audio Source
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Selecting a video source to be displayed with the selected audio source Selects a video source to be displayed with the selected audio source. You can watch the video from a different source while listening to the radio and so on.
Page 208: Configuring The Shuffle/Repeat Setting
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Configuring the shuffle/repeat setting Configuring the shuffle setting Configures the shuffle setting for playback. Option menu “Shuffle / Repeat” > “Shuffle” Settings Turns off the shuffle function. Plays back songs in the current album (folder) in random order. NOTE This setting is available only when “USB”...
Page 209 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Configuring the repeat setting Configures the repeat setting for playback. Option menu “Shuffle / Repeat” > “Repeat” Settings Turns off the repeat function. Plays back the current song repeatedly. Plays back all songs in the current album (folder) repeatedly.
Page 210: Adding A "Net Radio" Radio Station To The "Favorites" Folder
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Adding a “NET RADIO” radio station to the “Favorites” folder When you select “NET RADIO” as the input source, you can register the currently playing radio station to the “Favorites”...
Page 211: Removing A Radio Station From The "Favorites" Folder
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Removing a radio station from the “Favorites” folder Removes a radio station from the “Favorites” folder. On the browse screen, select the station to be removed in advance. Option menu “Remove from favorites”...
Page 212: Checking The Current Status Information
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Checking the current status information Displays the current status information on the TV. Use the left/right cursor keys to display other information on each hierarchy of the “Setup” menu. Option menu “On-screen Information”...
Page 213: Configuring Various Functions (Setup Menu)
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Basic operation of the Setup menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Setup” menu. Operate this menu displayed on the TV with the remote control. Press SETUP. MAIN 2 3 4 SLEEP ZONE...
Page 214 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Related links “Updating the unit’s firmware via the network” (p.350) “Default settings of the Setup menu” (p.437)
Page 215: Setup Menu Items
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setup menu items Speaker Settings Item Page Setting Pattern p.223 Setting Data Copy p.224 Power Amp Assign p.225 Front p.226 Center p.226 Surround p.226 Configuration Surround Back p.226 Front Presence p.226 Rear Presence p.226 Subwoofer p.231...
Page 216 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Sound Settings Item Page Information p.241 Delay Enable p.242 Lipsync Auto/Manual Select p.243 Adjustment p.244 DSP Parameter (sound program) p.245 Level p.247 Front / Rear Balance p.248 All-Channel Stereo Left / Right Balance p.249 Height Balance p.250...
Page 217 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Scene Settings Item Page Scene Setting p.264 Scene Rename p.265...
Page 218 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Video/HDMI Settings Item Page Information p.266 Video Mode p.267 Resolution p.268 Video Mode Aspect p.269 Adjustment p.270 HDMI Control p.271 HDMI Control p.272 Standby Sync p.273 HDMI Audio Output p.274 HDMI ZONE OUT Assign p.275 HDCP Version p.276...
Page 219 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Network Settings Item Page Information p.279 Network Connection p.280 IP Address p.282 Network Standby p.283 DMC Control p.284 AirPlay Volume Interlock p.285 Network Name p.286 MusicCast Link Power Interlock p.287...
Page 220 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Bluetooth Settings Item Page Bluetooth p.288 Disconnect p.289 Audio Receive Bluetooth Standby p.290 Bluetooth Volume Interlock p.291 Transmitter p.292 Audio Send Device Search p.293...
Page 221 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Multi Zone Settings Item Page Information p.294 Volume p.295 Max Volume p.296 Initial Volume p.297 Audio Delay p.298 (zone) Monaural p.299 Enhancer p.300 Tone Control p.301 Extra Bass p.302 Left / Right Balance p.303 Zone Rename p.304...
Page 222 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) System Settings Item Page Information p.306 Language p.307 Audio In p.308 TV Audio Input p.309 Input Skip p.310 Input Rename p.311 Auto Play p.313 DSP Skip p.314 Tuner p.315 PROGRAM Key p.316 Remote Key Color Key p.317 Dimmer...
Page 223: Configuring The Speaker Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the speaker settings Selecting the speaker setting pattern Registers speaker setting patterns. The following speaker settings will be memorized in the selected pattern. Power Amp Assign Configuration Distance Level Parametric EQ Measurement results (YPAO) Setup menu “Speaker”...
Page 224 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Copying the speaker setting pattern Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters to another pattern. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Setting Data Copy” Select the speaker setting pattern in Source. Select the pattern in Destination. Select “Copy”. The pattern is copied.
Page 225 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting your speaker system Selects the setting according to the speakers that are connected. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Power Amp Assign” Settings Basic A normal speaker system. 7.2 +1Zone Zone speakers in addition to the 7.2 system in the Main zone. 7.2.2 +1Zone Zone speakers in addition to the 7.2.2 system in the Main zone.
Page 226 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of each speaker and its size Selects the setting according to the use and size of your speakers. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > (speaker) Settings Small speakers. As a general guideline, the woofer diameter is smaller than 16 cm (6.1/4”). Small The subwoofer will produce low-frequency components (configurable in “Crossover”).
Page 227 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the layout of the surround speakers Selects a surround speaker layout when surround speakers are used. This setting is not available when “Surround” is set to “None”. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Surround” > “Layout” Settings Rear The surround speakers are placed on the rear side of the room.
Page 228 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the layout of the front presence speakers Selects a presence layout when front presence speakers are used. This setting facilitates the optimization of the sound field effect. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Front Presence” > “Layout” Settings Front Height The front presence speakers are installed on the front wall.
Page 229 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the layout of the rear presence speakers Selects a presence layout when rear presence speakers are used. This setting facilitates the optimization of the sound field effect. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Rear Presence” > “Layout” Settings Rear Height The rear presence speakers are installed on the rear wall.
Page 230 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the crossover frequency of the low-frequency components Sets the lower limit of the low-frequency components that can be output from a speaker whose size is set to “Small”. A frequency sound lower than the specified value will be produced from the subwoofer or front speakers. Setup menu “Speaker”...
Page 231 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of a subwoofer Selects the setting according to the use of your subwoofer. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Subwoofer” > “Subwoofer 1”/“Subwoofer 2” Settings A subwoofer is connected. The subwoofer will produce LFE (low-frequency effect) channel audio and low-frequency components from other channels.
Page 232 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the phase of the subwoofer Sets the phase of the subwoofer. When the bass sound is lacking, switch the subwoofer phase. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Subwoofer” > “Subwoofer 1”/“Subwoofer 2” > “Phase” Settings Normal Does not reverse the subwoofer phase.
Page 233 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the layout of the subwoofers Selects the subwoofers layout when 2 subwoofers are used. This setting is available when both “Subwoofer 1” and “Subwoofer 2” in the “Setup” menu are set to “Use”. Setup menu “Speaker”...
Page 234 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the distance between each speaker and the listening position Sets the distance so that sounds from the speakers reach the listening position at the same time. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Distance” > (speaker) Setting range 0.30 m to 24.00 m (1.0 ft to 80.0 ft) NOTE...
Page 235 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the volume of each speaker Adjusts the volume of each speaker to suit your listening position. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Level” > (speaker) Setting range -10.0 dB to +10.0 dB NOTE Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker balance while confirming its effect. Related links “Setting the use of each speaker and its size” (p.226) “Outputting test tones” (p.239)
Page 236 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the equalizer Selects the type of equalizer to adjust the tone. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Parametric EQ” Settings Manual Adjusts the equalizer manually. YPAO:Flat Adjusts each speaker to achieve the same characteristics. YPAO:Front Adjusts each speaker to achieve the same characteristics as the front speakers.
Page 237 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Select a band. Adjust the center frequency, Q factor (bandwidth) or gain (level). Press SETUP. This completes the settings. NOTE To restore the default settings for all speakers, select “PEQ Data Clear” and then “OK”. To copy the parametric equalizer values of “YPAO:Flat”, “YPAO:Front”, “YPAO:Natural”...
Page 238 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the speaker impedance Sets the unit’s speaker impedance settings depending on the impedance of the speakers connected. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Speaker Impedance” Settings For 6-ohm or higher speakers. 6 Ω MIN You can also connect 4-ohm speakers for the front speakers.
Page 239 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Outputting test tones Outputs the test tone when you adjust the speaker balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Test Tone” Settings Does not output test tones. Outputs test tones. Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 240 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments Reloads the previous YPAO adjustments. You can use this function to retry the YPAO measurement when the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable. Setup menu “Speaker”...
Page 241: Configuring The Sound Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the sound settings Checking the audio signal information Displays information about the audio signal and the status of sound settings. Setup menu “Sound” > “Information” Format Audio format of the input signal The number of source channels in the input signal (front/surround/LFE) Channel For example, “5.1 (3/2/0.1)”...
Page 242 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Enabling Lipsync adjustment Selects whether to use the delay adjustment between video and audio output (Lipsync). Setup menu “Sound” > “Lipsync” > “Delay Enable” Settings Disable Disables the “Lipsync” adjustment. Enable Enables the “Lipsync” adjustment. NOTE This setting is applied separately to each input source.
Page 243 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the adjustment method of the Lipsync function Selects the method for adjusting the delay between video and audio output (Lipsync). Setup menu “Sound” > “Lipsync” > “Auto/Manual Select” Settings Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually. Manual The setting in “Adjustment”...
Page 244 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the delay of the Lipsync function Adjusts the delay between video and audio output (Lipsync) manually. Setup menu “Sound” > “Lipsync” > “Adjustment” Setting range 0 ms to 500 ms NOTE You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Select” in the "Setup" menu is set to “Auto”. Related links “Setting the adjustment method of the Lipsync function” (p.243) “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 245 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the sound field effect level Adjusts the effect level of the sound program to enhance or reduce the sound field effect. Select the sound program and press ENTER for adjusting. Setup menu “Sound”...
Page 246 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Item Function Settings Adjusts the broadening effect of the surround back sound field. Higher value enhances the broadening effect, and lower value Surround Back Room 0.1-2.0 reduces it. Size The surround back sound field is created in the rear side. Adjusts the loss of the surround back sound field.
Page 247 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the entire volume Adjusts the entire volume. This setting is effective when “All-Channel Stereo” is selected in the sound programs. Setup menu “Sound” > “All-Channel Stereo” > “Level” Setting range -5 to +5 Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 248 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the front and rear volume balance Adjusts the front and rear volume balance. Higher value enhances the front side, and lower value enhances the rear side. This setting is effective when “All-Channel Stereo” is selected in the sound programs. Setup menu “Sound”...
Page 249 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the left and right volume balance Adjusts the left and right volume balance. Higher value enhances the right side, and lower value enhances the left side. This setting is effective when “All-Channel Stereo” is selected in the sound programs. Setup menu “Sound”...
Page 250 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the height volume balance Adjusts the height volume balance using the front presence speakers. Higher value enhances the upside, and lower value enhances the downside. This setting is effective “All-Channel Stereo” is selected in the sound programs.
Page 251 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of Monaural Mix Outputs mixed monaural sound. This setting is effective when “All-Channel Stereo” is selected in the sound programs. Setup menu “Sound” > “All-Channel Stereo” > “Monaural Mix” Settings Disables monaural sound output.
Page 252 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the dynamic range adjustment method Selects the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) adjustment method for Dolby Digital and DTS signals playback. Setup menu “Sound” > “Dynamic Range” Settings Maximum Produces audio without adjusting the dynamic range. Standard Optimizes the dynamic range for regular home use.
Page 253 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the limit value of the volume Sets the limit value of the volume adjusted by using such as VOLUME keys on the remote control. Setup menu “Sound” > “Volume” > “Max Volume” Setting range -60.0 dB to +15.0 dB, +16.5 dB [20.5 to 95.5, 97.0] Related links...
Page 254 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the initial volume for when the unit is turned on Sets the initial volume when the unit is turned on. Setup menu “Sound” > “Volume” > “Initial Volume” Settings Sets the volume level when it last entered standby mode. Mute Mutes the audio output.
Page 255 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the video output during the Pure Direct Selects whether to output video signals when the Pure Direct is effective. Setup menu “Sound” > “Pure Direct Mode” Settings Outputs video signals. Auto Any videos from the selected input source or the on-screen display are automatically displayed.
Page 256 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the sound field effect level automatically Selects whether to automatically adjust the effect level of the sound program. Setup menu “Sound” > “Adaptive DSP Level” Settings Does not adjust the effect level automatically. Adjusts the effect level automatically depending on the YPAO measurement results and volume adjustments.
Page 257 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) Selects whether to create Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS). When VPS is enabled, using the front, center, and surround speakers, the unit creates front VPS even if no front presence speakers are connected. Setup menu “Sound”...
Page 258 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Selects whether to create Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS). When VSBS is enabled, the unit creates VSBS using the surround speakers even if no surround back speakers are connected. Setup menu “Sound”...
Page 259 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting Dolby Speaker Virtualization Selects whether to create Dolby Speaker Virtualization that is virtual processing optimized for Dolby content. Dolby Speaker Virtualization is more effective with the Dolby Surround decoder. Setup menu “Sound” > “Virtual Speaker” > “Dolby Speaker Virtualization” Settings Disables Dolby Speaker Virtualization.
Page 260 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the jitter elimination function Sets the jitter elimination function according to the input. Setup menu “Sound” > “Ultra Low Jitter PLL Mode” Settings Disables the jitter elimination function. Enables the jitter elimination function. Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 The higher level enhances the DAC accuracy, but it may cause audio interruptions on some playback devices.
Page 261 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the filter of the audio digital-to-analog converter Selects the digital filter type of the audio digital-to-analog converter to have favorite sounds. Setup menu “Sound” > “DAC Digital Filter” Settings A tendency to produce clear sounds. Sharp Roll-off Type Removes out-of-band noises by the filter with steep attenuation characteristics.
Page 262 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the attenuator for the balance input Sets the attenuator for the balance input. Activate the attenuator when connecting an audio device which outputs signals of 3 V (RMS) or higher to the balance input jacks (AUDIO 4).
Page 263 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting DTS Format Notification Informs the BD player about the DTS formats that the unit supports. Setup menu “Sound” > “DTS Mode” Settings Conforms to the DTS:X standard. Mode 1 This setting is used normally. This setting is used if the BD player fails to properly output a DTS signal even when it is Mode 2 playing back DTS-HD or DTS:X content.
Page 264: Configuring The Scene Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the scene settings Selecting items to be included as the scene assignments Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. You can also view the settings currently assigned to the selected scene. Setup menu “Scene”...
Page 265 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Renaming the SCENE name Changes the SCENE name displayed on the front display or on the TV. Setup menu “Scene” > “Scene Rename” Select the SCENE name and press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Edit the name.
Page 266: Configuring The Video/Hdmi Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the video/HDMI settings Checking the HDMI signal information Displays information about the HDMI signal. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “Information” HDMI Signal Resolutions and video information of HDMI input/output signal HDMI Monitor Resolutions supported by the TV Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 267 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of the video signal processing Sets the video signal processing (resolution, aspect ratio and adjustment). Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “Video Mode” > “Video Mode” Settings Direct Disables the video signal processing. Enables the video signal processing.
Page 268 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting a resolution to output HDMI video signals Selects a resolution to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Processing”. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “Video Mode” > “Resolution” Settings Through Does not convert the resolution.
Page 269 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals Selects an aspect ratio (the ratio of the width and the height) to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Processing”. Setup menu “Video/HDMI”...
Page 270 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the video adjustments to output HDMI video signals Configures the video adjustments to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Processing”. You can register the video adjustments as presets (up to 6). Setup menu “Video/HDMI”...
Page 271 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of HDMI Control Selects whether to use HDMI Control which operate HDMI Control-compatible devices. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI Control” > “HDMI Control” Settings Disables HDMI Control. Enables HDMI Control. The settings in “ARC”...
Page 272 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of ARC Selects whether to output TV audio to the speakers connected to the unit when “HDMI Control” in the “Setup” menu is set to “On”. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI Control” > “ARC” Settings Disables ARC.
Page 273 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Linking the standby modes of the unit and the TV Selects whether to use HDMI control to link the unit's standby mode to the TV's power when “HDMI Control” in the “Setup” menu is set to “On”. Setup menu “Video/HDMI”...
Page 274 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the output of HDMI audio to the TV's speakers Selects whether to output HDMI audio to the speakers of a TV connected via the HDMI OUT jack. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI Audio Output” > “HDMI OUT1”/“HDMI OUT2”/“HDMI ZONE OUT” Settings Disables audio output from the TV.
Page 275 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the zone assignment of the HDMI out jack Selects the zone for which the HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack is used. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI ZONE OUT Assign” Input sources Zone2, Zone4 NOTE Audio signals that can be output to each zone vary depending on the input audio signal type.
Page 276 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the version of HDCP used on the HDMI input jacks Selects the HDCP version of the HDMI input jacks. You can set this function for watching 4K video content if necessary. Setup menu “Video/HDMI”...
Page 277 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of HDMI Standby Through Selects whether to output video/audio, which is input through HDMI jacks, to the TV when the unit is in standby mode. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI Standby Through” Settings Does not output video/audio to the TV.
Page 278 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the HDMI 4K signal format Selects the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “HDMI Video Format” > (HDMI input) Settings Mode 1 Inputs/outputs 4K signals shown in the following table.
Page 279: Configuring The Network Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the network settings Checking the network information of the unit Displays the network information of the unit. Setup menu “Network” > “Information” DHCP DHCP on/off (use of a DHCP server or not) IP Address IP address Subnet Mask...
Page 280: Network Connection
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the network connection method (Wired/Wireless) Selects the network connection method. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Connection” Choices Wired Connects the unit to a network with a network cable. Wireless(Wi-Fi) Connects the unit to a network via the wireless router (Wi-Fi). Related links “Network connection of the unit” (p.101) “Selecting a wireless network connection method” (p.409)
Page 281 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the network parameters automatically (DHCP) Sets the network parameters (such as IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway) automatically using a DHCP server. Setup menu “Network” > “IP Address” > “DHCP” Settings Does not use a DHCP server.
Page 282: Ip Address
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the network parameters manually Sets the network parameters (such as IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway) manually. Setup menu “Network” > “IP Address” Set “DHCP” to “Off”. Select “IP Address”. Select a parameter type. Set the network parameter.
Page 283: Network Standby
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of the Network Standby function Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Standby” Settings Disables the network standby function. Enables the network standby function. The unit consumes more power than when “Off”...
Page 284: Dmc Control
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of a Digital Media Controller Selects whether to allow a Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control playback. If this function is enabled, you can control playback of the unit from DMCs on the same network. Setup menu “Network”...
Page 285: Airplay Volume Interlock
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of volume control via AirPlay Selects whether to use volume control from AirPlay devices. If other than “Off” is set, you can adjust the unit’s volume from the AirPlay devices. Setup menu “Network”...
Page 286: Network Name
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the network name of the unit Edits the unit’s name on the network (the network name) displayed on other network devices. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Name” Press ENTER. Edit the name. Select “SAVE”.
Page 287: Musiccast Link Power Interlock
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the power interlock from the unit to MusicCast compatible devices Selects whether turning on the power of the unit (the master device) also turns on the power of other devices (the slave device) of the MusicCast network. Setup menu “Network”...
Page 288: Configuring The Bluetooth® Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the Bluetooth® settings Setting the use of Bluetooth® Selects whether to use the Bluetooth function. Setup menu “Bluetooth” > “Bluetooth” Settings Disables the Bluetooth function. Enables the Bluetooth function. Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 289 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Terminating the connection between a Bluetooth® device and the unit Terminates the Bluetooth connection between a Bluetooth device (such as a smartphone) and the unit. Select “Disconnect” and press ENTER to terminate the Bluetooth connection. Setup menu “Bluetooth”...
Page 290 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of the Bluetooth® Standby function Selects whether to turn on the unit from Bluetooth devices. If this function is set to “On”, the unit automatically turns on when a connect operation is performed on the Bluetooth device. Setup menu “Bluetooth”...
Page 291 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of volume control via Bluetooth Selects whether to use volume control from Bluetooth devices. If other than “Off” is set, you can adjust the unit’s volume from the Bluetooth devices. Setup menu “Bluetooth”...
Page 292 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of audio transmission to a Bluetooth® device Selects whether to transmit audio played back on the unit to Bluetooth devices (such as speakers and headphones). Setup menu “Bluetooth” > “Audio Send” > “Transmitter” Settings Disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function.
Page 293 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Connecting the unit to a Bluetooth® device that receives transmitted audio Establishes a connection between the unit and Bluetooth devices (such as speakers and headphones) that receive audio transmitted from the unit when "Transmitter" is set to "On" in the "Setup" menu. Setup menu “Bluetooth”...
Page 294: Configuring The Multi Zone Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the multi zone settings Checking the zone information Displays information about zone. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Information” On/Off The power on/off for zone Input The input source selected for zone Volume The volume setting for zone Tone Control The tone control setting (the level of Treble and Bass) for zone...
Page 295 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of volume adjustments for zone output Sets volume adjustments for zone output. If you have connected an external amplifier with volume control to the unit, set this function to “Fixed”. Setup menu “Multi Zone”...
Page 296 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the zone upper limit of the volume Sets the zone upper limit of the volume adjusted by using such as VOLUME keys on the remote control. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Max Volume” Setting range -60.0 dB to +15.0 dB, +16.5 dB [20.5 to 95.5, 97.0] NOTE...
Page 297 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the zone initial volume for when the unit is turned on Sets the zone initial volume for when the unit is turned on. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Initial Volume” Settings Sets the level at the volume level when it last entered standby mode.
Page 298 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the time deviation in relation to the Main zone Adjusts the time deviation (Audio Delay) in relation to the Main zone. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Audio Delay” Setting range 0 ms to 100 ms Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 299 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of monaural sounds for zone output Selects whether to produce monaural sounds for zone output. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Monaural” Settings Does not produce monaural sounds in zone. Produces monaural sounds in zone.
Page 300 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of Compressed Music Enhancer for zone output Sets Compressed Music Enhancer for zone output. You can also use ENHANCER on the remote control. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Enhancer” Settings Disables Compressed Music Enhancer.
Page 301 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the tone for zone output Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) for zone output. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Tone Control” Settings Auto Adjusts the levels of Treble and Bass automatically in synchronization with the main volume. Adjusts the level of Treble and Bass manually.
Page 302 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of Extra Bass for zone output Sets Extra Bass for zone output. If Extra Bass is enabled, you can enjoy sufficient bass sounds, regardless of the size of speakers. Setup menu “Multi Zone”...
Page 303 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the volume balance for zone output Adjusts the volume balance for zone output. Higher value enhances the right side volume, and lower value enhances the left side volume. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > (zone) > “Left / Right Balance” Setting range -20 to +20 Related links...
Page 304 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Renaming the zone name Changes the zone name displayed on the TV. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Zone Rename” Select a zone name to be renamed. The cursor moves to the name edit screen. Edit the name.
Page 305 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of switching to the party mode on zone Enables switching to the party mode. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Party Mode Set” > (target zone) Settings Disable Disables switching to the party mode. Enables switching to the party mode.
Page 306: Configuring The System Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Configuring the system settings Checking the system information on the unit Displays the system information on the unit. Setup menu “System” > “Information” Remote Sensor The use of the remote control on the front panel Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting System ID...
Page 307 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the menu language Selects the menu language such as the Setup menu. Setup menu “System” > “Language” Settings English English 日本語 Japanese Français French Deutsch German Español Spanish Русский Russian Italiano Italian 中文...
Page 308 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Combining an audio input jack with a HDMI input jack Selects the audio input jack to play back together with a HDMI input jack. You can play back HDMI video with audio via an audio input jack except HDMI input jack. After select HDMI you want to set as the input source, select an audio input jack in this menu.
Page 309 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the audio input jack used for TV audio Selects an audio input jack, which connected to TV audio output, of the unit. When you switch the input source of the unit to “TV”, the playback of TV audio is as follows. Without eARC/ARC function: the TV audio is played back with the audio input jack set for TV audio in “TV Audio Input”.
Page 310 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting input sources to be skipped when operating the INPUT key Sets which input sources are skipped when operating the INPUT key. You can select the desired input source quickly by using this function. Setup menu “System”...
Page 311 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Automatically setting the input source names Automatically sets the input source names depending on the connected external device. Setup menu “System” > “Input Rename” > (input) Select an input source to be renamed. Select “Auto”.
Page 312 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Manually setting the input source names Manually sets the input source names. Setup menu “System” > “Input Rename” > (input) Select an input source to be renamed. Select “Manual”. Press ENTER. Edit the name. Select “SAVE”.
Page 313 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of Auto Play function Selects whether to use Auto Play function in the content such as streaming services. Setup menu “System” > “Auto Play” Settings Disables Auto Play function. Starts automatically to play back the last content which you played back. Starts automatically to play back the content which only you played back at setting the unit Auto to standby mode.
Page 314 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting sound programs to be skipped when operating the PROGRAM keys Sets which sound programs are skipped when operating the PROGRAM keys. You can select the desired sound program quickly by using this function. Setup menu “System”...
Page 315 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting Model For Asia, Taiwan, Brazil, General, and Central and South America Sets the FM/AM tuning frequency setting of the unit depending on your country or region. Setup menu “System”...
Page 316 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the function for the PROGRAM keys on the remote control Sets the function that is assigned to the PROGRAM keys on the remote control. You can use the PROGRAM keys for other than the sound program selection. Setup menu “System”...
Page 317 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the functions for the color keys on the remote control Sets the functions for the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys on the remote control. Setup menu “System” > “Remote Key” > “Color Key” Settings Assigns the functions of devices connected to the unit with an HDMI cable. Default This setting is effective when “HDMI Control”...
Page 318 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Adjusting the brightness of the front display Adjusts the brightness of the following on the front panel. Higher value brightens the front display. Front display Indicators (SURROUND:AI, ZONE, PURE DIRECT) Setup menu “System” > “Display Settings” > “Dimmer” Front Display menu “Dimmer”...
Page 319 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the scale of the volume display Switches the scale of the volume display. Setup menu “System” > “Display Settings” > “Volume” Settings The “dB” unit 0-97 The numeric value (0-97) Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 320 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of short messages on the TV Selects whether to display short messages on the TV when the unit is operated. Setup menu “System” > “Display Settings” > “Short Message” Settings Does not display short messages.
Page 321 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the position of short messages Sets the position of short messages on the TV screen. Setup menu “System” > “Display Settings” > “Short Message” > “Position” Settings Bottom Displays short messages at the bottom of the TV screen. Displays short messages at the top of the TV screen.
Page 322 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV Selects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV. Setup menu “System” > “Display Settings” > “Wallpaper” Settings Type 1-3 Related links “Basic operation of the Setup menu” (p.213)
Page 323 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the operation sound Selects whether to ring a sound when operating the touch key on the front panel. Setup menu “System” > “Touch Sound” Settings Does not output the operation sound. Outputs the operation sound. NOTE This setting is interlocked with the setting of “Touch Sound”...
Page 324 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Specifying the condition for the TRIGGER OUT jack to function Specifies the condition for the TRIGGER OUT jack functions which make the external devices synchronize with the unit. Setup menu “System” > “Trigger Output1”/“Trigger Output2” > “Trigger Mode” Settings Synchronizes transmitting/stopping the electronic signal with the power status of the zone Power...
Page 325 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Specifying the output level of the electronic signal transmitted with each input Specifies the output level of the electronic signal transmitted with each input when “Trigger Mode” is set to “Source”. Setup menu “System”...
Page 326 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Switching the output level for electronic signal transmission manually Switches the output level for electronic signal transmission manually when “Trigger Mode” is set to “Manual”. This setting can be used to confirm proper function of the external device connected via the TRIGGER OUT jack.
Page 327 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Specifying the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized when “Trigger Mode” is set to “Power” or “Source”. Setup menu “System”...
Page 328 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the amount of time for the auto-standby function Sets the amount of time for setting the unit to standby mode automatically. Setup menu “System” > “ECO” > “Auto Power Standby” Settings Does not set the unit to standby mode. Sets the unit to standby mode when you have not operated the unit and the unit has not 5 minutes, 20 minutes detected any input signal for the specified time.
Page 329 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Setting the use of the eco mode Reduces the unit’s power consumption by setting the eco mode. If this function is set to “On”, be sure to restart the unit. New setting becomes effective after a restart. Setup menu “System”...
Page 330 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Preventing accidental changes to the settings Protects the settings to prevent accidental changes. Setup menu “System” > “Memory Guard” Settings Does not protect the settings. Protects the settings. Change in the setting is prohibited until “Off” is selected. The lock icon (o) is displayed on the menu screen.
Page 331 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Restoring the default settings Restores the default settings for the unit (initialization). Setup menu “System” > “Initialization” Choices All Initialization Restores the default settings for the unit. Video Initialization Restores the default settings for video configurations. Network Initialization Restores the default settings for network configurations.
Page 332 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Backing up and restoring all the settings Informs the unit's setting to a USB flash drive and restores it to the unit. Prepare a USB flash drive using FAT16 or FAT32 format in advance. Setup menu “System”...
Page 333 CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Updating the firmware Updates the firmware. You can also check the firmware version and system ID. Setup menu “System” > “Firmware Update” Choices Network Update Updates the firmware via the network. USB Update Updates the firmware using a USB flash drive.
Page 334: Configuring The Unit's Settings By Operation Of The Body Front Panel (Front Display Menu)
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Basic operation of the Front Display menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Front Display” menu. Operate this menu displayed on the front display using the front panel.
Page 335: Front Display Menu Items
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Front Display menu items Use the following table to configure system settings of the unit. Item Page Dimmer Zone Power Volume Knob Lock Function Lock Input Selector Lock Scene Key Lock Touch Sound...
Page 336: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Front Display
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Adjusting the brightness of the front display Adjusts the brightness of the following on the front panel. Higher value brightens the front display. Front display Indicators (SURROUND:AI, ZONE, PURE DIRECT) Setup menu “System”...
Page 337: Setting The Power Of Each Zone To On/Standby
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the power of each zone to on/standby Switches the power of the zone to be operated between on and off (standby). Front Display menu “Zone Power”...
Page 338: Setting The Use Of The Volume On The Front Panel
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of the volume on the front panel Selects whether to use the volume on the front panel. You can disable the volume operation on the unit to prevent the volume from being set unexpectedly loud by a child.
Page 339: Setting The Use Of The Input Selector On The Front Panel
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of the input selector on the front panel Selects whether to use SELECT/ENTER on the front panel as the input selector. Front Display menu “Settings”...
Page 340: Setting The Use Of The Scene Key On The Front Panel
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of the scene key on the front panel Selects whether to use SCENE (4 numbers) on the front panel. Front Display menu “Settings”...
Page 341: Setting The Use Of The Operation Sound
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of the operation sound Selects whether to ring a sound when operating the touch key on the front panel. Front Display menu “Settings”...
Page 342: Setting The Use Of The Remote Control
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of the remote control Selects whether to use the remote control sensor on the front panel. Front Display menu “Settings” > “Remote Sensor” Settings Turns off the remote control sensor.
Page 343: Selecting The Remote Control Id
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Selecting the remote control ID Sets the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID. When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, set a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.
Page 344: Setting Information Items To Be Skipped When Operating Select/Enter
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting information items to be skipped when operating SELECT/ENTER Sets which information items are skipped when operating SELECT/ENTER on the front panel. You can select the desired information quickly by using this function to skip the unnecessary information.
Page 345: Restoring The Default Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Restoring the default settings Restores the default settings for the unit (initialization). Front Display menu “Settings” > “Initialization” Choices All Initialization Restores the default settings for the unit. Video Initialization Restores the default settings for video configurations.
Page 346: Backing Up And Restoring All The Settings
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Backing up and restoring all the settings Informs the unit's setting to a USB flash drive and restores it to the unit. Prepare a USB flash drive using FAT16 or FAT32 format in advance.
Page 347: Updating The Firmware
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Updating the firmware Updates the firmware that provides additional features or product improvements. New firmware can be downloaded from our website. For details, refer to the information supplied with updates.
Page 348: Setting The Use Of Retail Demo Mode
CONFIGURATIONS > Configuring the unit’s settings by operation of the body front panel (Front Display menu) Setting the use of Retail Demo Mode Selects whether to use Retail Demo Mode of the front display. In Retail Demo Mode, the feature of the unit and QR code are displayed on the front display.
Page 349: Update
Firmware updates New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. For details on firmware, visit the Yamaha website. The unit’s firmware can be updated via the network or using a USB flash drive. When the unit is connected to the Internet If a firmware update is ready, the firmware update indicator on the front display lights up.
Page 350: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network
Do not operate the unit or disconnect the power cable or network cable during firmware update. If the firmware update is interrupted, there is a possibility that the unit will malfunction. In this case, contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair.
Page 351 UPDATE > Updating the unit’s firmware NOTE The unit turns off automatically without performing the firmware update if two minutes pass after the screen to confirm the firmware update is displayed. To cancel the firmware update process, press RETURN on the front panel or on the remote control, and the unit will turn off. The unit turns off without performing the firmware update if you turn off the unit with MusicCast CONTROLLER.
Page 352: Updating The Unit's Firmware Using A Usb Flash Drive
Do not operate the unit or disconnect the power cable or network cable during firmware update. If the firmware update is interrupted, there is a possibility that the unit will malfunction. In this case, contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair.
Page 353: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears TROUBLESHOOTING When any problem appears If trouble occurs, first check the following: Make sure of the following when the unit does not function properly. The power cables of the unit, TV and playback devices (such as BD/DVD players) are connected to AC wall outlets securely.
Page 354: Power, System, Or Remote Control Trouble
If the standby indicator on the unit blinks when you try to turn on the power, it means that capability to turn on the power is disabled as a safety precaution. Contact your nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair.
Page 355 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The power does not turn on in synchronization with the TV HDMI Control on the unit is disabled. If turning off the unit is not synchronized to the TV either, check the setting of HDMI Control on the unit. For details on HDMI Control, see the following: “Setting the use of HDMI Control” (p.271) HDMI Control on the TV is disabled.
Page 356 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The power does not turn off The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or to a drop in the power supply voltage. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 15 seconds to reboot the unit. If the problem persists, disconnect the power cable from the AC wall outlet and plug it again.
Page 357 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The power turns off (standby mode) immediately The unit was turned on while a speaker cable was shorted. Twist the bare wires of each speaker cable firmly and reconnect to the unit and speakers. For details, see the following: “Connecting the speaker” (p.86)
Page 358 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit enters standby mode automatically The sleep timer worked. Turn on the unit and start playback again. The auto-standby function activated because the unit was not used for the specified time. To disable the auto-standby function, set “Auto Power Standby” in the “Setup” menu to “Off”. For details, see the following: “Setting the amount of time for the auto-standby function” (p.328) The speaker impedance setting is incorrect.
Page 359 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit is not reacting The internal microcomputer is frozen, due to an external electric shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or to a drop in the power supply voltage. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 15 seconds to reboot the unit. If the problem persists, disconnect the power cable from the AC wall outlet and plug it again.
Page 360 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit cannot be controlled using the remote control The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range. For details, see the following: “Operating range of the remote control” (p.15) The batteries are weak.
Page 361 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Cannot select the desired input source even if “INPUT” is pressed The function which skips some input sources is set. Set “Input Skip” of the desired input source in the “Setup” menu to “Off”. For details, see the following: “Setting input sources to be skipped when operating the INPUT key” (p.310)
Page 362 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The device connected to the unit via HDMI cannot be controlled using the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control The device which is connected to the unit via HDMI does not support the operation of the RED/ GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys.
Page 363 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The front display is turned off The brightness of the front display is set to be turned off. Set “Dimmer” in the “Front Display” menu or “Setup” menu to bigger than “-5”. For details, see the following: “Adjusting the brightness of the front display” (p.318)
Page 364: Audio Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Audio trouble No sound Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. For details, see the following: “Basic procedure for playing back video and music” (p.150) Signals that the unit cannot reproduce are being input. Some digital audio formats cannot be played back on the unit.
Page 365 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The volume cannot be increased The maximum volume is set too low. Use “Max Volume” in the “Setup” menu to adjust the maximum volume. For details, see the following: “Setting the limit value of the volume” (p.253) A device connected to the output jacks of the unit is not turned on.
Page 366 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound is coming from a specific speaker The playback source does not contain a signal for the channel. To check it, display information about the current audio signal on the TV. For details, see the following: “Checking the audio signal information” (p.241) The currently selected sound program/decoder does not use the speaker.
Page 367 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound is coming from the subwoofer The playback source does not contain Low Frequency Effect (LFE) or low-frequency signals. To check it, set “Extra Bass” in the “Option” menu to “On”, in order to output the front channel low- frequency components from the subwoofer.
Page 368 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound from the playback device connected to the unit with HDMI The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. The number of devices connected to the HDMI OUT jack exceeds the limit.
Page 369 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound from the playback device when HDMI Control is used The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the playback device audio is output from the speakers connected to the unit.
Page 370 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound from the TV when HDMI Control is used The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the TV audio is output from the speakers connected to the unit.
Page 371 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Any other device's audio is played back when you switch the input source of the unit to “TV” The eARC/ARC function is not used. Audio is played back with the audio input jack selected in “TV Audio Input” in the “Setup” menu unless the TV audio is played back with eARC/ARC function.
Page 372 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Only the front speakers work on multichannel audio The currently selected sound program is “2ch Stereo”. Select the sound program other than “2ch Stereo”. For details, see the following: “Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content” (p.134)
Page 373 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Noise/hum is heard The unit is too close to another digital or radio frequency device. Move the unit further away from the device. The cable connecting the unit and playback device is broken. If there is no problem with the connection, replace with another cable.
Page 374 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The sound is distorted A device (such as an external power amplifier) connected to the unit’s audio output jacks is not turned on. Turn on all devices connected to the unit’s audio output jacks. The volume of the unit is too high.
Page 375: Video Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Video trouble No video 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. The video signal output from the unit is not supported by the TV.
Page 376 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No video from the playback device connected to the unit with HDMI The input video signal (resolution) is not supported by the unit. To check the information about the current video signal (resolution) and video signals supported by the unit, see the following: “Checking the HDMI signal information” (p.266) The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection).
Page 377 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No image (contents required the HDCP 1.4/2.3 - compatible HDMI device) from the playback device The TV (HDMI input jack) does not support HDCP 1.4/2.3. Connect the unit to the TV (HDMI input jack) that supports HDCP 1.4/2.3. (The Warning message can be displayed on the TV screen.)
Page 378 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The “Option” menu or “Setup” menu is not displayed on the TV Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit (HDMI OUT jack). The Pure Direct is enabled.
Page 379 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The video is interrupted If you are using two TVs in the Main zone, another TV is turned off when “HDMI OUT ” is selected. Select “HDMI OUT ” or “HDMI OUT ” to output the signals only to the TV you are using. For details on selecting HDMI output, see the following: “Selecting an HDMI output jack” (p.151)
Page 380: Fm/Am Radio Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears FM/AM radio trouble FM radio reception is weak or noisy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. Your area is too far from the FM station transmitter. Press MODE on the remote control to select monaural FM radio reception.
Page 381 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears AM radio reception is weak or noisy The noises may be caused by fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats, or other electrical equipment. It is difficult to completely eliminate noise. It may be reduced by using an outdoor AM antenna.
Page 382 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Radio stations cannot be selected automatically Your area is too far from the FM station transmitter. Select the station manually. Or use an outdoor antenna. We recommend using a sensitive multi-element antenna. For details on selecting the station manually, see the following: “Listening to the radio” (p.159) The AM radio signal is weak.
Page 383 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears AM radio stations cannot be registered as presets Auto Preset has been used. Auto Preset is for registering FM radio stations only. Register AM radio stations manually. For details, see the following: “Registering a radio station manually” (p.162)
Page 384 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Radio stations cannot be selected by pressing PRESET No radio stations are registered. When no radio stations are registered, “No Presets” appears on the front display by pressing PRESET. Register the radio station to the preset number. For details, see the following: “Registering a radio station manually” (p.162) You can also register FM radio stations with strong signals automatically (Auto Preset).
Page 385: Dab Radio Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears DAB radio trouble No DAB radio reception An initial scan has not been performed. Perform an initial scan to receive DAB radio. For details, see the following: “Preparing the DAB tuning” (p.157)
Page 386 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No DAB radio reception even after performing an initial scan Reception strength of DAB radio is poor. Check reception strength in Tune AID displayed on the front panel, and adjust the antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location.
Page 387 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears DAB radio reception is weak or noisy There is multi-path interference. Check reception strength in Tune AID displayed on the front panel, and adjust the antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. For details, see the following: “Preparing the DAB tuning” (p.157) Your area is too far from the DAB station transmitter.
Page 388 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears DAB information is not available or is inaccurate The selected DAB radio station may be temporarily out of service or may not provide information. Contact the DAB broadcaster.
Page 389 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No DAB radio sound The selected DAB radio station may be temporarily out of service. Try the station later or select another station.
Page 390: Usb Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears USB trouble The unit does not detect the USB flash drive The USB flash drive is not connected to the USB jack securely. Turn off the unit, reconnect your USB flash drive, and turn the unit on again. The file system of the USB flash drive is not FAT16 or FAT32.
Page 391 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Folders and files in the USB flash drive cannot be viewed. The data in the USB flash drive is protected by the encryption. Use a USB flash drive without an encryption function.
Page 392 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The registered content in the USB flash drive cannot be recalled by pressing PRESET A USB flash drive different from registration is connected to the unit. Connect the USB flash drive which contains the registered content as shortcut to the unit. The registered content (file) has been moved to another location.
Page 393 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit does not perform continuous playback on files of USB flash drive When the unit detects a series of unsupported files during playback, playback stops automatically. Do not save unsupported files (such as images and hidden files) in folders for playback. Over 500 music files are in the selected folder.
Page 394: Network Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Network trouble The network feature does not function The network parameters (IP address) have not been obtained properly. Enable the DHCP server function on your router and set “DHCP” in the “Setup” menu to “On” on the unit. For details, see the following: “Setting the network parameters automatically (DHCP)” (p.281) If you want to configure the network parameters manually, check that you are using an IP address which...
Page 395 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit cannot connect to the Internet via a wireless router (access point) The wireless router (access point) is turned off. Turn on the wireless router. The unit and the wireless router (access point) are too far apart. Place the unit and the wireless router (access point) closer to each other.
Page 396 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Wireless network is not found Microwave ovens or other wireless devices in your neighborhood might disturb the wireless communication. Turn off these devices or move the unit and the wireless router (access point) away from them. If your wireless router supports 5 GHz band, establish a new connection in 5 GHz band.
Page 397 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The unit does not detect the media server (PC/NAS) The media sharing setting is not correct. Configure the sharing setting and select the unit as a device to which music contents are shared. Some security software installed on your media server is blocking the access of the unit to your media server.
Page 398 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The files in the media server (PC/NAS) cannot be viewed or played back The files are not supported by the unit or the media server. Use the file format supported by both the unit and the media server. For information about the file formats supported by the unit, see the following: “Supported file formats” (p.422)
Page 399 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The registered content in the media server (PC/NAS) cannot be recalled by pressing PRESET The media server (PC/NAS) is turned off. Turn on the media server which contains the registered content. The media server (PC/NAS) is not connected to the network. Check the network connections and your router settings.
Page 400 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The Internet radio cannot be played The unit is not connected to the Internet. To use an Internet radio station, the unit must be connected to the Internet. Check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit. For details, see the following: “Checking the network information of the unit” (p.279) The selected Internet radio station is currently not available.
Page 401 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The iPhone does not recognize the unit when using AirPlay The unit is connected to a multiple SSID router. Access to the unit might be restricted by the network separation function on the router. Connect the iPhone to the SSID which can access the unit.
Page 402 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Unable to play back music with AirPlay The unit cannot play back the songs stored on the iPhone. Check the song data. If it cannot be played on the iPhone itself, the song data or storage area may be broken.
Page 403 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears The application for mobile devices does not detect the unit The unit and mobile device are not in the same network. Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the unit and mobile device to the same network.
Page 404 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Firmware update via the network is failed It may not be possible depending on the condition of the network. Update the firmware via the network again or use a USB flash drive. For details, see the following: “Updating the firmware” (p.333)
Page 405: Bluetooth® Trouble
TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears Bluetooth® trouble A Bluetooth® connection cannot be established The wireless antennas on the rear panel of the unit does not stand upright. Stand the wireless antennas upright for connecting to a Bluetooth device wirelessly. The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled.
Page 406 TROUBLESHOOTING > When any problem appears No sound is produced, or the sound is interrupted during playback with Bluetooth® connection The volume of the Bluetooth device is set too low. Turn up the volume of the Bluetooth device. The Bluetooth device is not set to send audio signals to the unit. Switch the audio output of the Bluetooth device to the unit.
Page 407: Error Indications On The Front Display
Turn off the unit and reconnect your USB device. If the Overloaded USB device. problem persists, try another USB device. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service Internal Error An internal error has occurred. center. Change the remote control ID of the unit or the remote...
Page 408: Appendix
APPENDIX > Care and cleaning APPENDIX Care and cleaning Care for the front panel The way of care for the front panel is as follows. Wipe the front panel with a soft dry cloth. Do not wipe the surface hard. Failure to observe this may cause damage to the surface.
Page 409: Connecting To A Network Wirelessly
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Connecting to a network wirelessly Selecting a wireless network connection method Select a wireless connection method according to your network environment. Press SETUP. Select “Network”. Select “Network Connection”. Select “Wireless(Wi-Fi)”. The following connection methods are available. “Setting up a wireless connection using the WPS button” (p.410) “Setting up a wireless connection using an iPhone” (p.411) “Setting up a wireless connection by selecting from the list of available access points” (p.412)
Page 410: Setting Up A Wireless Connection Using The Wps Button
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Setting up a wireless connection using the WPS button You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button on the wireless router. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Connection” > “Wireless(Wi-Fi)” Select “WPS Button”.
Page 411: Setting Up A Wireless Connection Using An Iphone
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Setting up a wireless connection using an iPhone You can set up a wireless connection by applying the connection settings on iPhone. Before proceeding, confirm that your iPhone is connected to a wireless router. NOTE You need iPhone with iOS 7 or later.
Page 412: Setting Up A Wireless Connection By Selecting From The List Of Available Access Points
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Setting up a wireless connection by selecting from the list of available access points You can set up a wireless connection by selecting an access point from the list of wireless LAN routers found by the unit.
Page 413: Setting Up A Wireless Connection Manually
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Setting up a wireless connection manually You can set up a wireless connection by entering the required information manually. You need to set up the SSID (network name), encryption method and security key for your network. Setup menu “Network”...
Page 414: Setting Up A Wireless Connection Using The Wps Pin Code
APPENDIX > Connecting to a network wirelessly Setting up a wireless connection using the WPS PIN code You can set up a wireless connection by entering the unit’s PIN code into the wireless router. The method is available if the wireless router supports the WPS PIN code method. Setup menu “Network”...
Page 415: Using Presence Speakers
APPENDIX > Using presence speakers Using presence speakers Presence speaker layout The following three layout patterns are available for the presence speakers. Choose a layout pattern that suits your listening environment. Front Height/Rear Height Overhead Dolby Enabled SP NOTE You can enjoy Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or CINEMA DSP HD³ with any layout pattern. When using presence speakers, configure the “Layout”...
Page 416: Installing The Presence Speakers In Front Height/Rear Height Position
APPENDIX > Using presence speakers Installing the presence speakers in Front Height/Rear Height position Install the presence speakers on the front/rear wall (Front Height/Rear Height). It delivers a natural sound field with excellent linkage of left, right, top and bottom sound spaces, and sound extensity effectively.
Page 417: Installing The Presence Speakers In Overhead Position
APPENDIX > Using presence speakers Installing the presence speakers in Overhead position Install the presence speakers to the ceiling above the listening position (Overhead). It delivers realistic overhead sound effects and sound field with excellent linkage of front and rear sound spaces effectively.
Page 418 APPENDIX > Using presence speakers NOTE When installing 2 presence speakers to a ceiling, install them just above the listening position, or the ceiling between the extensions of the front speakers and listening position. When installing 4 presence speakers to a ceiling, install 2 front presence speakers to the ceiling between the extensions of the front speakers and listening position, and install 2 rear presence speakers to the ceiling between the extensions of the listening position and surround (or surround back) speakers.
Page 419: Using Dolby Enabled Speakers As The Presence Speakers
APPENDIX > Using presence speakers Using Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers Use Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. This utilizes sound reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sound only from speakers that are placed at the same level as traditional speakers. For details, refer to the instruction manual for the Dolby Enabled speakers.
Page 420: Supported Devices And File Formats
APPENDIX > Supported devices and file formats Supported devices and file formats Supported Bluetooth® devices The following Bluetooth devices can be used by the unit. Bluetooth devices that support A2DP can be used. Operation of all Bluetooth devices cannot be guaranteed.
Page 421: Supported Usb Devices
APPENDIX > Supported devices and file formats Supported USB devices The following USB devices can be used by the unit. This unit is compatible with USB memory devices that are in FAT16 or FAT32 format. Do not connect any other type of USB devices. USB devices with encryption cannot be used.
Page 422: Supported File Formats
APPENDIX > Supported devices and file formats Supported file formats The following file formats can be used by the unit. Sampling Quantization bits Number of Support for File Bitrate (kbps) frequency (kHz) (bit) channels gapless playback 32/44.1/48/ WAV * 88.2/96/176.4/ 16/24/32 192/352.8/384 32/44.1/48...
Page 423: Zone Output
APPENDIX > Zone output Zone output Multi-zone output Multi-zone output is shown as follows. Output Using the unit’s internal Using an external amplifier amplifier Input HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack EXTRA SP 1-2 jacks ZONE OUT jacks (*4) Zone2 Zone3 Zone2 Zone3...
Page 424: Video Signal Flow
APPENDIX > Video signal flow Video signal flow Video signal flow Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as follows. Video device The unit HDMI in HDMI out HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI COMPONENT VIDEO AV 1 COMPONENT VIDEO...
Page 425: Video Conversion Table
APPENDIX > Video signal flow Video conversion table Video conversion table is shown as follows. HDMI out Resolution 480p/576 480i/576i 720p 1080i 1080p 480i/576i 480p/576p 720p HDMI in 1080i 1080p/50, 60 Hz 1080p/24 Hz 480i/576i 480p/576p COMPONENT VIDEO in 720p 1080i VIDEO in 480i/576i...
Page 426: Trademarks
APPENDIX > Trademarks Trademarks Trademarks The trademarks used in this manual are as follows. Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright ©...
Page 427 Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, Wi-Fi Protected Setup and WPA2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license.
Page 428 APPENDIX > Specifications Specifications Specifications The specifications of this unit are as follows. Input jacks Analog Audio Audio (Unbalance) x 6 (including PHONO) Audio (Balance) x 1 Digital Audio Optical x 3 (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz) Coaxial x 2 (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 192 kHz) HDMI Input HDMI x 7 Other jacks...
Page 429 APPENDIX > Specifications HDMI HDMI Features: 4K UltraHD Video (include 4K/60, 50Hz 10/12bit), 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel), HDMI Control (CEC), Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, “x.v.Color”, HD audio playback, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, BT.2020 Colorimetry, HDR Compatible, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma, Dedicated HDMI Zone Output Video Format (Repeater Mode) 480i/60 Hz...
Page 430 APPENDIX > Specifications Bluetooth Sink Function Source Device to AVR (ex. Smartphone/Tablet) Supported profile A2DP, AVRCP Supported codec SBC, AAC Source Function AVR to Sink Device (ex. Bluetooth Headphone) Supported profile A2DP, AVRCP Supported codec Capable of Play/Stop Operation from Sink Device Bluetooth version Ver.
Page 431 APPENDIX > Specifications Post Decoding Format Dolby Surround Neural:X Audio Section Rated Power Output (2-channel driven) (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 Ω) Front L/R, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Front Presence L/R 150 W/ch Center 150 W (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 Ω) Front L/R, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Front Presence L/R 165 W/ch...
Page 432 APPENDIX > Specifications Rated Output Level/Output Impedance PRE OUT Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Front Presence L/R, Rear Presence L/R 1.0 V/470 Ω (1 kHz) Subwoofer 1/2 (50 Hz) 1.0 V/470 Ω Front (Balance) L/R 2.0 V/470 Ω ZONE2/3 OUT 470 mV/470 Ω...
Page 433 APPENDIX > Specifications Tone Control Characteristics Main Zone Bass Boost/Cut ±6 dB/0.5 dB Step at 50 Hz Bass Turnover 350 Hz Treble Boost/Cut ±6 dB/0.5 dB Step at 20 kHz Treble Turnover 3.5 kHz Zone2/3 Bass Boost/Cut ±6 dB/0.5 dB Step at 50 Hz Bass Turnover 350 Hz Treble Boost/Cut...
Page 434 APPENDIX > Specifications Harmonic Distortion Monaural 0.5% Stereo 0.6% Antenna Input 75 Ω unbalanced AM Section (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Tuning Range [U.S.A. and Canada models] 530 kHz to 1710 kHz [Asia, Taiwan, Brazil, Central and South America and General models] 530/531 kHz to 1710/1611 kHz [Other models] 531 kHz to 1611 kHz...
Page 435 20.3 kg (44.8 lbs) [Other models] 18.7 kg (41.2 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 436: Default Settings
APPENDIX > Default settings Default settings Default settings of the Option menu The default settings of the “Option” menu are as follows. Treble, Bass Tone Control Bypass (0.0 dB) * When both “Treble” and “Bass” are 0.0 dB, “Bypass” appears. YPAO Volume YPAO Volume Adaptive DRC...
Page 437: Default Settings Of The Setup Menu
APPENDIX > Default settings Default settings of the Setup menu The default settings of the “Setup” menu are as follows. Speaker Setting Pattern Pattern1 Setting Data Copy Power Amp Assign Basic Configuration Front Small Center Small Surround Small Layout Rear Surround Back Small Front Presence...
Page 438 APPENDIX > Default settings Lipsync Delay Enable Enable Auto/Manual Select Auto Adjustment 0 ms DSP Parameter All-Channel Stereo Level Front / Rear Balance Left / Right Balance Height Balance Monaural Mix Dynamic Range Maximum Volume Max Volume +16.5 dB Initial Volume Pure Direct Mode Auto Adaptive DSP Level...
Page 439 APPENDIX > Default settings Video Mode Video Mode Direct Resolution Auto Aspect Through Adjustment HDMI Control HDMI Control Standby Sync Auto HDMI Audio Output HDMI OUT1 HDMI OUT2 HDMI ZONE OUT HDMI ZONE OUT Assign Zone2 HDCP Version HDMI 1-7 Auto HDMI Standby Through HDMI Video Format...
Page 440 APPENDIX > Default settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Audio Receive Disconnect Bluetooth Standby Bluetooth Volume Interlock Limited Audio Send Transmitter Device Search Multi Zone Information Zone2/Zone3 Volume Variable Max Volume +16.5 dB Initial Volume Audio Delay 0 ms Monaural Enhancer Tone Control Auto Extra Bass Left / Right Balance...
Page 441 APPENDIX > Default settings Input Rename HDMI 1-7 Auto Others Manual (For AV 3, AUDIO 4, PHONO, TUNER, TV, MusicCast Link, SERVER, NET RADIO, Bluetooth, USB only “Manual” can be selected.) Auto Play (Default setting may be different depending on the input source.) DSP Skip Tuner FM50/AM9...
Page 442: Default Settings Of The Front Display Menu
APPENDIX > Default settings Default settings of the Front Display menu The default settings of the “Front Display” menu are as follows. Dimmer Zone Power Settings Function Lock Volume Knob Lock Input Selector Lock Scene Key Lock Touch Sound Remote Sensor Remote ID Information Skip Initialization...
Page 443 Stylesheet Name: 01_YMH_PDF_Manual_A5_AV_En-Multi Layout Folder: YMH_PDF_Manual_A5_AV Stylesheet Version: 2021.05.10 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2021 Yamaha Corporation Published 05/2021 NV-A0 AV19-0085...

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