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Accessories Operating range of the remote control Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below. Remote control ...
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FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 7.1-channel (plus presence) speaker system. Allows you to enjoy your favorite . p.66 • Bluetooth acoustic spaces in various styles. . p.67 • iPod/iPhone .
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Full of useful functions! Useful tips The combination of video/audio input jacks does not ❑ Connecting various devices (p.27) ❑ Creating 3-dimensional sound fields (p.56) match an external device... A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks Connecting presence speakers allows you to create a Use “Audio In”...
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“AV CONTROLLER” will turn your smartphone/tablet into “AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you a Wi-Fi enabled remote control for your Yamaha network with cable connections between AV receiver and source products. This application provides you the flexibility to devices as well as AV receiver setup.
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Part names and functions Front panel (RX-V779) 3 4 5 6 MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING INPUT VOLUME SCENE RADIO VIDEO YPAO MIC PHONES TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT) HDMI IN MAIN ZONE z key FM and AM keys SCENE keys...
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Front panel (RX-V679) 6 7 8 MAIN ZONE YPAO MIC PURE DIRECT ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING VOLUME SCENE RADIO VIDEO PHONES INPUT TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT (CONNECT) SILENT CINEMA HDMI IN MAIN ZONE z key MEMORY key SCENE keys Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
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Front display (indicators) ENHANCER STEREO TUNED PARTY SLEEP MUTE ZONE OUT 1 2 VOL. ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL L C R FPR Bluetooth indicator Information display Lights up when the unit is in the eco mode (p.117). Lights up when the unit is connecting to a Bluetooth device Displays the current status (such as input name and sound...
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Rear panel (RX-V779) (U.S.A. model) TRIGGER OUT 0.1A WIRELESS HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 (NET) HDCP2.2 (BD/DVD) EXTRA SP ZONE2/F.PRESENCE REMOTE ANTENNA OPTICAL VIDEO (RADIO) (TV) COAXIAL SPEAKERS COMPONENT VIDEO CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2 SURROUND...
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Rear panel (RX-V679) (U.S.A. model) TRIGGER OUT 0.1A WIRELESS HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 (NET) HDCP2.2 (BD/DVD) REMOTE EXTRA SP ANTENNA ZONE2/F.PRESENCE OPTICAL VIDEO (RADIO) (TV) COAXIAL SPEAKERS COMPONENT VIDEO CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2 SURROUND...
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Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Menu operation keys Transmits infrared signals. Cursor keys Select a menu or a parameter. ENTER Confirms a selected item. z (receiver power) key RETURN Returns to the previous screen. Turns on/off (standby) the unit. HDMI MODE key Input selection keys...
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HDMI OUT key (RX-V779) Selects HDMI OUT jacks to be used for video/audio output (p.53). (RX-V679) HDMI Enables/disables video/audio output from the HDMI OUT jack (p.53). V-AUX PARTY key Turns on/off the party mode (p.86). AUDIO TUNER VOLUME keys Adjust the volume. BLUETOOTH MAIN ZONE 2...
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PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.17) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.21) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.25) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.27) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Placing speakers Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7.1+2-channel system 7.1-channel system (using surround back speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to •...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system (using presence speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also creates Virtual 3-dimensional sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers to add a sense of depth to...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ 2.1-channel system Setting the speaker impedance Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a 6-ohm speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 MIN”. In this case, you can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting speakers 7.1+2-channel system 7.1-channel system Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for 7.1+2-, (using surround back speakers) 7.1-, and 6.1-channel systems as examples. For other systems, connect speakers while referring to the connection diagram for the 6.1-channel system.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ 7.1-channel system 6.1-channel system Connecting speaker cables (using presence speakers) Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of the unit and the speaker, and the other is for the positive (+) terminal.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Push-type speaker terminals Connecting front speakers that Caution (RX-V679 only) support bi-amp connections • Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or a Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8”) of insulation from cables that connect a woofer with a tweeter.
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Input/output jacks and cables ■ ■ ■ Video/audio jacks Video jacks Audio jacks ❑ HDMI jacks ❑ COMPONENT VIDEO jacks ❑ OPTICAL jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single Transmit video signals separated into three Transmit digital audio signals. Use a digital optical jack.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a TV ■ Component/composite video connection Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. When connecting any video device with a component video cable, connect the TV to To maximize the performance of the unit, we recommend connecting a TV with an HDMI the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) The unit (rear) Video input (composite video) TRIGGER OUT MONITOR OUT 0.1A HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI OUT HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices ■ Component video connection The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ Composite video connection Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your coaxial, digital optical, or stereo pin cable).
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys to select “Audio In” and press ENTER. • The following operation is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. Use the cursor keys to select “AV5” (audio input jack to be used). After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and a turntable to the unit. Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. FM antenna AM antenna The unit (rear)
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. •...
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The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the • To prevent the generation of loud noises or abnormal sounds, make sure the followings before making unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that connections.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the power cable Before connecting the power cable (General model only) Set the switch position of VOLTAGE SELECTOR according to your local voltage. Voltages are AC 110–120/220–240 V, 50/60 Hz. •...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Selecting an on-screen menu language HDMI HDMI Select the desired on-screen menu language from English Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Language” and V-AUX V-AUX (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) HDMI HDMI The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function V-AUX V-AUX detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to • If you are using bi-amp connection or Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the Assign”...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 (RX-V679) (RX-V779 only) If desired, change the measuring The following screen appears on the TV. HDMI HDMI method (multi/single). a Use the cursor keys to select “Multi Position” and press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX b Use the cursor keys to select a setting and then press ENTER.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Measuring at one listening position Multi measure Single measure (5 listening positions) (single measure) HDMI HDMI Follow the procedure below for measurement. It takes about V-AUX V-AUX 3 minutes to perform the measurement. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Measuring at multiple listening positions To save the measurement results, use the cursor (multi measure) (RX-V779 only) HDMI HDMI keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for V-AUX V-AUX measurement.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 When the measurements at the positions you want Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES” or “NO” HDMI HDMI to measure are completed, use the cursor keys to to enable/disable YPAO Volume and press ENTER.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Checking the measurement results To finish checking the results and return to the HDMI HDMI previous screen, press RETURN. You can check the YPAO measurement results. V-AUX V-AUX After the measurement, use the cursor keys to Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments select “Result”...
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Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO MIC jack firmly and follow the on-screen instructions to start the E-8: No Signal The YPAO microphone cannot detect test tones. measurement again. If this error occurs repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. E-9: User Cancel The measurement has been canceled.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Warning messages If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. Warning message Cause Remedy...
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(such as iPhone) The unit • For details on “AV CONTROLLER”, visit the Yamaha website. For details on connection, see “Connecting the unit to a wireless network” (p.45). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.32) or Wireless Direct (p.51).
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Network HDMI HDMI Connection” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting using a USB cable ■ B: Using the WPS push button configuration If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the HDMI HDMI procedure below to share the iOS device setting with the unit.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ C: Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Searching for an access point ❑ Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the HDMI HDMI unit starts searching for access points.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Using the PIN code Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. available access points appears on the TV screen.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check directly (Wireless Direct) HDMI HDMI “Wireless Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit V-AUX V-AUX directly.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the instruction manual of the mobile device.
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PLAYBACK HDMI Basic playback procedure V-AUX Input selection keys AUDIO TUNER On-screen input selection Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BLUETOOTH BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT a Press ON SCREEN.
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Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) HDMI HDMI Configuring scene assignments The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, V-AUX V-AUX sound program, Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, and HDMI output jack (RX-V779 only) with just one touch. Perform the following operations to prepare the AUDIO AUDIO...
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Selecting the sound mode HDMI HDMI The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and On-screen sound program/surround decoder selection V-AUX V-AUX surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo a Press ON SCREEN.
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TV programs, and games. ❑ MOVIE THEATER The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual This program creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling...
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❑ ENTERTAINMENT ■ Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC) This program allows listeners to enjoy the rich vividness of sport broadcasts and light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. Sports voices are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the You can also select stereo playback.
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If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 7ch Stereo) when no surround speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to reproduce up to 7-channel surround sound and enable you to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with the front-side speakers.
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■ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder) HDMI HDMI You can play back input sources without any sound field effect The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel processing. V-AUX V-AUX playback from 2-channel or multichannel sources. ■...
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Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct) Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) HDMI HDMI When the Pure Direct mode is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry in order to reduce the V-AUX V-AUX electrical noise from other circuitry (such as the front display).
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Listening to FM/AM radio HDMI HDMI Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or V-AUX V-AUX selecting from registered radio stations. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER •...
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■ Registering favorite radio stations (presets) Selecting a preset station Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. HDMI HDMI You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...
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Radio Data System tuning • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not HDMI HDMI (U.K. and Europe models only) displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System service. Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM V-AUX V-AUX stations in many countries.
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Operating the radio on the TV HDMI HDMI You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the V-AUX V-AUX Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER source. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH The playback screen is displayed on the TV. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...
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■ Browse screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Preset station list PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Displays the list of preset stations. Use the cursor keys to select a preset station and press ENTER to tune into it.
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Playing back music via Bluetooth HDMI HDMI Playing back Bluetooth device music on the Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a device (such V-AUX V-AUX as smartphones) on the unit. unit AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection BLUETOOTH...
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Playing back iPod music HDMI HDMI Playback of iPod content You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable V-AUX V-AUX supplied with the iPod. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...
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■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.69) and playback status...
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■ ■ Operating the iPod itself (simple play) Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. V-AUX V-AUX The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are •...
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Playing back music stored on a USB storage device HDMI HDMI You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on V-AUX V-AUX the unit. • Stop playback of the USB storage device before disconnect it from the USB jack. The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or •...
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■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback V-AUX V-AUX screen is displayed. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT MAIN MAIN...
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■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB HDMI HDMI storage device contents. V-AUX V-AUX When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT...
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Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) ❑ For Windows Media Player 11 You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. Start Windows Media Player 11 on your PC. • To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router (p.32). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...
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Playback of PC music contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback V-AUX V-AUX You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV...
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■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.76) and playback status...
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■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC HDMI HDMI music content. V-AUX V-AUX When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...
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Listening to Internet radio HDMI HDMI Playback of Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. V-AUX V-AUX • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.32). You can Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO”...
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■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Playback indicator Playback indicator PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME List name...
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Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) HDMI HDMI By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmarks”, Access the vTuner website you can quickly access to them from the “Bookmarks” folder in the V-AUX V-AUX (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on browse screen.
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Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. iTunes Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback Router screen on the iPod.
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• You can use the external device operation keys (a, s, d, f, g) on the • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by HDMI HDMI setting “Network Standby” (p.112) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. remote control to control playback.
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Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) Preparing Zone2 The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room where the unit is installed (Main zone) and in another room (Zone2). For example, while you are watching TV in the living room (Main zone), another person Connect the device that will be used in Zone2 to the unit.
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■ ■ Using the unit’s internal amplifier Using an external amplifier Connect the speakers placed in Zone2 to the unit with speaker cables. Connect the external amplifier (with volume control) placed in Zone2 to the unit with a stereo pin cable. To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp Assign”...
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Operating the unit from Zone2 (remote connection) Remote connections between Yamaha products An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that You can operate the unit or external devices from Zone2 using the remote control support remote connections, as the unit does.
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Controlling Zone2 Start playback on the external device or select a HDMI HDMI radio station. Set MAIN/ZONE2 to “ZONE2”. AV 5–6 Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO TUNER For details on the following operations, see the Press z (receiver power).
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■ Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) HDMI HDMI The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music V-AUX V-AUX that is being played back in the main zone. During the party mode, stereo playback is automatically selected for all zones.
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Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) You can control the unit with the web control screen displayed in a web browser. Web browser • You can check the IP address of the unit in “Network” (p.119) in the “Information” menu. •...
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■ ■ Top menu screen Control screen CONTROL PLAY INFO Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. STATUS TOP MENU Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. Moves to the top menu screen.
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■ Settings screen BACK Moves to the top menu screen. RELOAD Reloads the current status of the unit. Note • If the network settings are changed, you may need to restart the browser or regain access to the unit. • When using the MAC address filter, make sure you specify the MAC addresses of your network devices correctly.
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Viewing the current status HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX Switching information on the front display Input source group Item Song (song title), Album (album name), Station AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER NET RADIO (station name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Press INFO. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Audio Decoder (decoder name*)
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Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Option menu items You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Press OPTION.
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■ Tone Control (Tone Control) Adaptive DRC (A.DRC) Adjusts the high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) of sounds. Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically adjusted when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for Choices listening to playback at a low volume at night.
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■ Video Processing (Video Process.) Setting range 0 to 5 (The bigger the value the higher the position) Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Processing” (p.109) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Ideal position Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing.
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CONFIGURATIONS Configuring input sources (Input menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can change the input source settings using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Input” and press ENTER. •...
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■ ■ Rename/Icon Select Audio In Changes the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Combines the video jack of the selected input source with an audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. Input sources •...
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■ Volume Interlock Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Enables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.54) using the TV screen. Input sources AirPlay Press ON SCREEN. Settings Disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod. Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...
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■ Load Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. Loads the settings registered for the selected scene. Select “DETAIL” to configure the SCENE link playback setting or view the scene assignments. Device Control Recalls a selected scene and starts its playback on an external device connected to the unit via HDMI.
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■ Rename/Icon Select Configuring sound programs/surround Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. decoders (DSP Program menu) ■ Setup procedure You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w).
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DSP Program menu items Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. • Available items vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. • Default settings are underlined. ■ Settings for sound programs Item Function Settings bPLIIx Movie (bPLII...
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■ Settings for decoders Item Function Settings The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND 1.0 s to 5.0 s DECODER” to “bPLIIx Music” or “Neo:6 Music”. Adjust the decay time of the rear Higher to enrich the Reverb Time reverberant sound.
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Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. •...
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Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size.
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Menu Item Function Page Network Connection Selects the network connection method. IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Network Network Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from other network devices. MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices.
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Speaker (Manual Setup) Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Configures the speaker settings manually. Settings Select this option for large speakers. Large The front speakers will produce all of the front channel frequency • Default settings are underlined. components.
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Surround Back Subwoofer Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected and its phase. Settings Settings Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Select this option when a subwoofer is connected (phase not Normal reversed).
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■ ■ Distance Manual equalizer adjustment Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the Set “Parametric EQ” to “Manual” and press ENTER. speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance Press ENTER again to enter the edit screen.
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■ Test Tone Sound Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker Configures the audio output settings. balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Settings Does not output test tones. Outputs test tones automatically when you adjust the speaker balance or equalizer.
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■ Adaptive DSP Level Adjustment Selects whether to automatically adjust the CINEMA DSP effect level when the volume Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual is adjusted. Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Auto/Manual Select”...
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Video Aspect Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to Configures the video output settings. “Processing”. Settings Through Does not convert the aspect ratio. Outputs 4:3 video signals to a 16:9 TV with black bands on either side 16:9 Normal of the screen.
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HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.140) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Configures the HDMI settings. Settings Disables ARC. Enables ARC. • You do not need to change this setting normally. In case noises are produced from the speakers connected to the unit because TV audio signals input to the unit via ARC are not supported by the unit, set “ARC”...
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■ Audio Output Network Selects a device to output audio. Configures the network settings. • This setting (except for “HDMI OUT2” [RX-V779 only]) is available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”. Enables/disables the audio output from the speakers connected to the unit. Settings Disables the audio output from the speakers.
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■ ■ Manual network settings MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Set “DHCP” to “Off”. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a parameter type and press ENTER. Filter IP Address Specifies an IP address.
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■ Network Name Bluetooth Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the Bluetooth settings. devices. ■ Procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry.
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■ Multi Zone Zone2 Set Configures the Zone2 settings. Configures the multi zone settings. Max Volume Sets the Zone2 maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness. Setting range -30.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB • This setting is available only when “Power Amp Assign” (p.104) is set to “7ch +1ZONE”. Initial Volume ■...
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■ Function Trigger Output Sets the TRIGGER OUT jack to function in sync with the power status of each zone or Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. input switching. Trigger Mode Specifies the condition for the TRIGGER OUT jack to function. Settings The TRIGGER OUT jack functions in sync with the power status of the Power...
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Target Zone Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized. Configures the power supply settings. Settings When “Trigger Mode” is set to “Power,” electronic signal transmission is synchronized with the power status of the main zone. Main When “Trigger Mode”...
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■ ECO Mode Language Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. Select an on-screen menu language. When the eco mode is enabled, you can reduce the unit’s power consumption. Settings Disables the eco mode. Enables the eco mode. • The new setting will take effect after the unit is restarted. •...
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Types of information Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) ■ Audio Signal You can view information about the unit using the TV screen. Displays information about the current audio signal. Format Audio format of the input signal Press ON SCREEN. The number of source channels in the input signal (front/surround/LFE) Use the cursor keys to select “Information”...
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■ ■ Network System Displays the network information on the unit. Displays the system information on the unit. (When using wired or wireless [Wi-Fi] network connection) Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting (p.120) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.121) IP Address IP address Speaker Impedance...
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ADVANCED SETUP menu items Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.
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Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU) Removing the limitation on HDMI video output (MON.CHK) (Asia and General models only) TU••••FM50/AM9 MON.CHK••••YES Change the FM/AM tuning frequency setting of the unit depending on your country or The unit automatically detects resolutions supported by a TV connected to the HDMI region.
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New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit. released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from the Yamaha website. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network. For Settings details, refer to the information supplied with updates.
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PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.122). unit’s firmware by pressing ENTER in the “System” screen. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. TOP MENU TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU OPTION OPTION...
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When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.114). Yamaha product or another remote control may work on the unit. If this happens, register different remote control IDs for the devices that you want to control with each remote control (p.120).
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The power does not turn on. consecutively. When the unit is in this condition, the standby nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. indicator on the unit blinks if you try to turn on the power. Hold down MAIN ZONE z on the front panel for more than 10 seconds to The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric The power does not turn off.
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Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.5). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit. strong lighting.
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Problem Cause Remedy The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. Protection). No sound from the playback device (connected to The unit is set not to output audio input through HDMI jacks from In “Audio Output”...
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Video Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. No video.
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FM/AM radio Problem Cause Remedy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. Set “FM Mode” in the “Option” menu to “Mono” to select monaural FM radio FM radio reception is weak or noisy. reception (p.93).
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Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy Bluetooth Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the function (p.113). Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection Bluetooth Another device is already connected to the unit. (p.66). Bluetooth Bluetooth The unit and the device are too far apart.
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Problem Cause Remedy Microwave ovens or other wireless devices in your neighborhood Turn off these devices. might disturb the wireless communication. Wireless network is not found. Access to the network is restricted by the firewall settings of the Check the firewall setting of the wireless router (access point). wireless router (access point).
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Twist the bare wires of the cables firmly and connect to the unit and speakers properly. Internal Error An internal error has occurred. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. No content There are no playable files in the selected folder.
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Ideal speaker layout Use this diagram as a guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly. 0.5 to 1 m 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 1.8 m 1.8 m (5.9 ft) (5.9 ft)
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Glossary Audio information DTS-ES DTS-ES creates total 6.1-channel audio from 5.1-channel sources that are recorded with DTS-ES. This decoder adds a surround back sound to the original 5.1-channel sound. In the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 format, a surround back sound is recorded in the surround channels, and in the DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 format, a ■...
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HDMI and video information Sampling frequency/Quantization bit Sampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an analog audio signal is digitized. These values are noted as in the following example: “48 kHz/24-bit”. Component video signal • Sampling frequency With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and Sampling frequency (the number of times the signal is sampled per second) is called the sampling rate.
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❑ Bluetooth device differences in the sound that you hear. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own Bluetooth • The unit supports devices that support A2DP or AVRCP.
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■ File formats ❑ USB/PC (NAS) Sampling Quantization The number Gapless File frequency bitrate Bitrate of channels playback (kHz) (bit) 32/44.1/48/ ✔ WAV * 88.2/96/176.4/ 16/24 — 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 —...
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Video signal flow ■ Video conversion table Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. • You can select the resolution and the aspect ratio applied to HDMI-output video processing in “Video Mode” (p.109) in the “Setup” menu. •...
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(Example) Information on HDMI HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as device power and volume) with TV remote control operations.
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d Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. Audio Return Channel (ARC) ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video signal to the TV. Check the following after the HDMI Control settings. Select a TV program with the TV remote control.
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HDMI signal compatibility Audio signals Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, BD (Blu-ray disc), Multichannel Linear PCM 8ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit HD DVD 2 to 5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz, 1 bit SACD...
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Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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Specifications Input jacks Output jacks Other jacks • Analog Audio • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 [RX-V779] [RX-V779] • REMOTE IN x 1 [U.S.A. and Canada models] - Speaker Out x 9 (7 ch) (FRONT L/R, CENTER, • REMOTE OUT x 1 Audio x 4 (AV 5–6, AUDIO 1–2) SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R , EXTRA SP L/R...
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TUNER Compatible Decoding Formats • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) [RX-V779] • Analog Tuner • Decoding Format (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 ) [U.K. and Europe models] - Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus Front L/R..............130 W/ch FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) - Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX Center ...............
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• Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network) Video Section [RX-V779] [RX-V779] • Video Signal Type ........NTSC/PAL/SECAM PHONO (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω) PHONO (Input Shorted 35 mV, Speaker Out [FRONT]) • Video Signal Level [Except for U.S.A.
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General • Reference Dimensions (W x H x D) (with wireless antenna upright) • Power Supply [RX-V779] [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......AC 120 V, 60 Hz [China model] [General model].... AC 110 to 120/220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz ......435 x 234 x 381 mm (17-1/8”...
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Index Symbols Network Standby Exclamation mark (!) Lock icon (o) Error indication (front display) Option menu External power amplifier Numerics Extra Bass 2.1-channel system Parametric EQ 2ch Stereo Party mode 4K Ultra HD Firmware update Power Amp Assign 5.1-channel system FM radio Preset station selection (FM/AM radio) 7.1-channel system...
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Video/audio input jack combination Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Wallpaper Web control Wired (Network Connection, Setup menu) Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) YPAO Volume Zone2...
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