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  • Page 1 Network Receiver OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION ADVANCED OPERATION What you can do with this unit ......... 2 Configuring playback settings for different Sources that can be played back on this unit ....2 playback sources (Option menu) ......34 Devices that can control this unit........3 Option menu items............

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INPUT PUSH - ENTER Broadband router* PHONES SPEAKERS RETURN This unit (R-N301) CD player etc. iPod (AirPlay)* iPod/Android (Spotify)* * You need a commercially available Wi-Fi broadband router when you use an iPod/Android. 1 Play back the Internet radio (p.25) 5 Play back your iPod with AirPlay (p.27)

  • Page 5: Devices That Can Control This Unit

    What you can do with this unit Devices that can control this unit STANDBY/ON DISPLAY FM MODE MEMORY FM/AM PRESET TUNING VOLUME SELECT BASS TREBLE INPUT PUSH - ENTER PHONES SPEAKERS RETURN Broadband router* Mobile device* Remote control (iPod, Android) * You need a commercially available Wi-Fi broadband router when you use a mobile device.

  • Page 6: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied accessories Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. Remote control Batteries (x2) AM antenna FM antenna (AAA, R03, UM-4) DIMMER SLEEP SPEAKERS COAXIAL OPTICAL LINE 1 LINE 2 LINE 3 MODE TUNER TUNING PRESET POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING...

  • Page 7: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Controls and functions Front panel 4 5 6 7 8 9 : A STANDBY/ON DISPLAY FM MODE MEMORY FM/AM PRESET TUNING VOLUME SELECT BASS TREBLE INPUT PUSH - ENTER PHONES SPEAKERS RETURN 1 A (power) 9 FM/AM Turns on/off (standby) the unit.

  • Page 8: Front Display

    Controls and functions Front display STEREO SP MUTE TUNED SP SLEEP 1 Information display Displays the current status (such as input name sound mode name). You can switch the information that is displayed when you press DISPLAY (p.33). 2 STEREO Lights up when the unit is receiving a stereo FM radio signal.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    COAXIAL 1 ANTENNA terminals For connecting to FM and AM antennas (p.12). 2 DC OUT jack For supplying power to a Yamaha AV accessory. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the AV accessory. 3 NETWORK jack For connecting to a network (p.13).

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Controls and functions Remote control Input selection keys Select an input source for playback. COAXIAL COAXIAL jack OPTICAL OPTICAL jack DIMMER SLEEP NETWORK jack (press repeatedly to select a desired network source) LINE 1-3 LINE 1-3 jacks SPEAKERS TUNER FM/AM tuner COAXIAL OPTICAL CD jacks...

  • Page 11: Using The Remote Controls

    Controls and functions Using the remote controls ■ Installing batteries Notes • Change all batteries if the operation range of the remote control narrows. • Before inserting new batteries, wipe the compartment clean. ■ Operation range The remote controls transmit a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim the remote controls directly at the remote control sensor on the front panel of this unit.

  • Page 12: Preparation

    PREPARATION Connections Connecting speakers and source components CAUTION • Do not connect this unit or other components to the main power until all connections between components are complete. • All connections must be correct: L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Speakers

    Connections ■ Bi-wire connection Connecting the speakers Bi-wire connection separates the woofer from the combined midrange and tweeter section. A bi-wire ■ Connecting speaker cables compatible speaker has four binding post terminals. These Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the two sets of terminals allow the speaker to be split into two negative (-) terminal of the unit and the speaker, and the independent sections.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Fm And Am Antennas

    The antennas for receiving FM and AM broadcasts are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals. Note If you experience poor reception quality, install an outdoor antenna. Consult the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center about outdoor antennas. Outdoor FM antenna...

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Network

    Connections Connecting to a network You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit. Connect the unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable). Network Attached Storage Internet (NAS)

  • Page 16: Setup Of Your Network Devices

    Connections Setup of your network devices Configure your devices connected to the network to play back music files stored on the devices, or configure your mobile device to control this unit. Use the following configurations to suit your needs. For details on Internet connection, please refer to the manual of your network devices. ❚...

  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Playback Playing a source Play the source. A (power) Rotate the VOLUME control on the front panel (or press VOLUME +/– on the remote control) to adjust the sound output level. STANDBY/ON DISPLAY FM MODE MEMORY FM/AM PRESET TUNING VOLUME SELECT...

  • Page 18: Using The Sleep Timer

    Playback ■ Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE Press D/E to adjust speaker balance. controls Control range: L+10 to R+10 To exit from the “Setup” menu, press SETUP STANDBY/ON DISPLAY FM MODE MEMORY FM/AM PRESET TUNING again. VOLUME SELECT BASS TREBLE INPUT PUSH - ENTER PHONES...

  • Page 19: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

    Listening to FM/AM radio ■ Improving FM reception FM/AM tuning If the signal from the station is weak and the sound quality is not good, set the FM band reception mode to monaural mode to improve reception. DIMMER SLEEP Press MODE repeatedly to select “Stereo” SPEAKERS (automatic stereo mode) or “Mono”...

  • Page 20: Automatic Preset Tuning (Fm Stations Only)

    Listening to FM/AM radio Automatic preset tuning • Before scanning begins, you can specify the first preset number to be used by pressing PRESET j / i or cursor key (B/C) on the (FM stations only) remote control. • To cancel scanning, press FM, AM or RETURN. You can use the automatic preset tuning function to automatically register FM stations as presets.

  • Page 21: Recalling A Preset Station

    Listening to FM/AM radio Recalling a preset station Clearing a preset station You can recall preset stations that were registered using Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. automatic station preset or manual station preset. MODE TUNER TUNER TUNING DIMMER SLEEP PRESET...

  • Page 22: Radio Data System Tuning

    Listening to FM/AM radio ■ Receiving traffic information Radio Data System tuning automatically When “TUNER” is selected as the input source, the unit (U.K. model only) automatically receives traffic information. To enable this Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by function, follow the procedure below to set the traffic FM stations in many countries.

  • Page 23: Using The Spotify Service

    Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your mobile devices. Just hit play to stream anything you like. The Spotify Connect feature lets you choose music on your Spotify app and listen on your Yamaha home entertainment system.

  • Page 24: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    • For Windows Media Player 11 Start the Windows Media Player 11 on your PC. Select “Library” then “Media Sharing”. Check the “Share my media to” box, select the “R-N301” icon, and click “Allow”. Click “Turn on media streaming.” Click “OK” to exit.

  • Page 25: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) The following icons are displayed on the front panel Playback of PC music contents display. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music Icon Content contents and start playback. Displayed an audio contents can be selected. Note Displayed when there is upper level in the current “_”...
  • Page 26 Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) ■ Repeat/shuffle settings You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for the playback of PC music content. When the input source is “Server,” press REPEAT or SHUFFLE repeatedly to select the playback method. Item Setting Function...

  • Page 27: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Notes Use the cursor keys to select an item and • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet press ENTER. (p.13).

  • Page 28: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Listening to Internet radio Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmarks”, you can quickly access to them from the “Bookmarks” folder in the front display. Select any of Internet radio stations on the unit.

  • Page 29: Playing Back Ipod/Itunes Music Via A Network (Airplay)

    Playing back iPod/iTunes music via a network (AirPlay) The AirPlay function allows you to play back iPod/iTunes music on the unit via network. On the iPod/iTunes, click (tap) the AirPlay icon and select the unit (network name of the unit) as the audio output device. iTunes Example on iTunes Example on iOS...
  • Page 30 Playing back iPod/iTunes music via a network (AirPlay) Use the following remote control keys to control playback. Resumes playback from pause. Stops playback. Playback Stops playback temporarily. keys Skips forward/backward. Changes the Repeat settings REPEAT Changes the Shuffle settings SHUFFLE Note To control iTunes playback with the remote control of the unit, you need to configure the iTunes preferences to enable iTunes...

  • Page 31: Listening To Pandora

    ® Listening to Pandora (Australia model only) Press NET repeatedly to select “Pandora” as The Pandora service is available in the U.S.A, the input source. Australia, New Zealand only. If you have not set up your Pandora account on the unit yet, “Sign in”...

  • Page 32: Creating Pandora Stations

    Listening to Pandora ® If you select “Activation” in Step 2 Press NET repeatedly to select “Pandora” as Write down the URL and active code shown in the front display. the input source. The station list appears on the front display. If HOME is pressed, the station list can be displayed SP A at any time.

  • Page 33: Playback Of Pandora Stations

    Listening to Pandora ® Playback of Pandora stations Use the cursor keys (B / C) to select a Pandora station and press ENTER. If you have created Pandora stations, follow the procedure Playback of the selected station starts and the below to select a Pandora station to be played.

  • Page 34: Deleting Pandora Stations

    Listening to Pandora ® Deleting Pandora stations Editing the Pandora accounts The created Pandora station can be deleting in the You can register up to 8 Pandora accounts on the unit. following procedures. Follow the procedure below to add or remove Pandora accounts, or switch to another Pandora account.

  • Page 35: Switching Information On The Front Display

    Switching information on the front display When you select a network source as the input source, you can switch playback information on the front display. VOLUME OPTION DISPLAY REPEAT SHUFFLE DISPLAY Press DISPLAY. Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes.

  • Page 36: Advanced Operation

    ADVANCED OPERATION Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu allows you to easily configure settings during playback. Option menu items TUNING PRESET POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING Available items vary depending on the selected input source.
  • Page 37 Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) ■ Signal Info Displays information about audio signal. Choices Audio format of the input signal Format The number of samples per second of the input Sampling digital signal To switch the information on the front display, press the cursor keys (B / C) repeatedly.

  • Page 38: Configuring Various Functions (Setup Menu)

    Configuring various functions (Setup menu) You can configure the unit’s various functions. Setup menu items POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING Menu item Function Page Cursor keys ENTER B / C / D / E Displays the network Information ENTER information on the unit. SETUP RETURN SETUP...

  • Page 39: Network Setup

    Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Network Setup Use the Cursor keys (B / C) to change a value. Configures the network settings. ■ Information To exit from the menu, press SETUP. Displays the network information on the unit. ■ MAC Filter Appears if an update for this unit’s firmware is Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from NewFwAvailable...

  • Page 40: Tone Control

    Displays the system ID number. DC OUT Configures the DC OUT jack setting. PowerMode Selects how to supply power to the Yamaha AV accessory connected to the DC OUT jack. Supplies power through the DC OUT jack continuously regardless of the power state (on/ (default) standby) of the unit.

  • Page 41: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Updating the firmware (UPDATE) Turn off the unit. While holding down RETURN on the front panel, press A (power). UPDATE•••NETWORK A (power) RETURN New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed.

  • Page 42: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    Updating the unit’s firmware via the network New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. When new firmware is available, “New Firm” is displayed for a while when the unit is turned on. Follow the steps below to update the firmware.

  • Page 43: Additional Information

    As a safety precaution, capability to turn on the power The power does not three times consecutively. If the unit is in is disabled. Contact your nearest Yamaha dealer or turn on. this condition, the standby indicator on the service center to request repair.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy page The + and – wires are connected in Connect the speaker wires to the correct + and – There is a lack of bass reverse at the amplifier or the speakers. phase. and no ambience. Incorrect cable connections.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting ■ Tuner Problem Cause Remedy page The particular characteristics of the FM Check the antenna connections. FM stereo stereo broadcasts being received may Try using a high-quality directional FM antenna. reception is cause this problem when the transmitter is noisy.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting ■ Network Problem Cause Remedy page The network parameters (IP address) have Enable the DHCP server function on your router and The network feature not been obtained properly. set “DHCP” in the “Setup” menu to “On” on the unit. does not function.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting ■ Remote control Problem Cause Remedy page Wrong distance or angle. The remote control will function within a maximum The remote control range of 6 m (20 ft) and no more than 30 degrees off- does not work nor axis from the front panel.

  • Page 48: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Error indications on the front display Message Cause Remedy Access to the PC is denied. Configure the sharing settings and select the unit as a device to Access denied which music contents are shared (p.22). There is a problem with the signal path Make sure your router and modem are turned on.

  • Page 49: Trademarks

    Trademarks AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion, and Mac and PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later. AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iTunes and Retina are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Specifications AUDIO SECTION FM SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power • Tuning range (40 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.2% THD, 8 ) [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......87.5 to 107.9 MHz [U.S.A, Canada, General, Korea, Australia, U.K, Europe models] [Asia and General models] ..87.5/87.50 to 108.0/108.00 MHz ................

  • Page 51: Index

    Index Index ADVANCED SETUP menu.......... 39 Gateway ................. 37 AirPlay................27 AM antenna connection ..........12 Headphones ..............5 AM radio listening ............17 HOME key (Internet radio)..........25 Audio device connection ..........10 HOME key (Pandora) ............ 30 Audio file format (PC/NAS).......... 22 HOME key (PC/NAS) ...........
  • Page 52 Index Pandora service listening..........29 Pandora service playback ..........31 VERSION (ADVANCED SETUP menu)..... 39 Pandora station .............. 30 Version (Network Setup, Setup menu) ......38 Pandora station editing ..........32 Volume trim (Option menu) .......... 34 PC connection..............13 vTuner ID (Information, Setup menu)......

  • Page 53: Information About Third Party Software Licenses

    ❚ Information about third party WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF software licenses MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A This product incorporates the following third party PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO software. EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR For information (copyright, etc) about each software, CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, please read the terms and conditions stated below.
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  • Page 62 M.I.T. makes no representations about the suitability of this software for any purpose. It is provided “as is” without express or implied warranty. Do not disassemble, decompile, or reverse engineer the software included in Yamaha AV products.
  • Page 63 ■ For U.K. customers Information for Users on Collection and Disposal If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug of Old Equipment and Used Batteries supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or 3 pin plug fitted.
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