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Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A3050 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AV Receiver Owner’s Manual Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit. English...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Accessories ............5 8 Selecting an on-screen menu language .
  • Page 3 Playing back music via Bluetooth ....... . . 86 CONFIGURATIONS Playing back Bluetooth device music on the unit .
  • Page 4 Yamaha technologies ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    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 ...

  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 9-channel (plus rear presence) speaker system and up to 2 subwoofer . p.86 • Bluetooth connections. Allows you to enjoy favorite acoustic . p.87 •...

  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    Full of useful functions! Useful tips I want to connect a playback device using HDMI for ❑ Connecting various devices (p.42) ❑ Surround playback with 5 speakers placed video and non-HDMI for audio... in front (p.78) A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks Use “Audio Select”...

  • Page 8: What Is A Sound Field

    CINEMA DSP The excitement of a concert hall and the powerful sense of being inside a movie - we all want to enjoy these experiences in our own living room. Yamaha has pursued the fulfillment of these desires for more than 20 years, and this fulfillment has now taken shape as the Yamaha AV receivers.
  • Page 9 YPAO Unrivaled audio and video quality YPAO is Yamaha original automatic calibration system to optimizing your sound and High-resolution music enhancer surround environment by using microphone measurement. It can be create ideal listening environment for maximizing high sound quality contents playback by adjusting various speakers setting and the sound field automatically.
  • Page 10 While enjoying multichannel playback in your living room, you can listen to music through the speakers of a different room. The best expandability in Yamaha By connecting an external power amp, you can enjoy the highest peak of CINEMA DSP - an 11.2-channel 3-dimensional sound field.

  • Page 11: Useful Applications

    “AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you with cable connections between for your Yamaha network products. This application provides you the flexibility to control AV receiver and source devices as well as AV receiver setup. This application guides you through the various settings such as speaker connections, TV and video/audio the available inputs, volume, mute, power commands and playback source.

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT INPUT VOLUME ON SCREEN OPTION TONE/BALANCE SCENE INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) PROGRAM MULTI ZONE TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL RETURN DISPLAY PHONES VIDEO AUX VIDEO AUDIO HDMI IN...
  • Page 13 ■ Inside of the front panel door INFO (WPS) ON SCREEN OPTION TONE/BALANCE SCENE MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) PROGRAM MULTI ZONE TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL RETURN DISPLAY VIDEO AUX PHONES YPAO MIC SILENT CINEMA VIDEO AUDIO HDMI IN ON SCREEN key...

  • Page 14: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) MUTE VOLUME ZONE ZONE ZONE SLEEP ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL ENHANCER PARTY R FPR STEREO TUNED SW2 SR (RX-A3050 U.S.A. model) HDMI VIRTUAL PARTY Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Lights up when the Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) or Virtual Lights up when the unit is in the party mode.

  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (RX-A3050 U.S.A. model) HDMI (HDCP2.2) NETWORK WIRELESS HDMI OUT ( 3 NET ) (HDCP2.2) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 AV 6 AV 7 (ZONE OUT) (1 BD/DVD) AC IN AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 COMPONENT VIDEO...
  • Page 16 (RX-A3050 U.S.A. model) HDMI (HDCP2.2) NETWORK WIRELESS HDMI OUT ( 3 NET ) (HDCP2.2) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 AV 6 AV 7 (ZONE OUT) (1 BD/DVD) AC IN AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 COMPONENT VIDEO TRIGGER...

  • Page 17: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Radio keys Transmits infrared signals. Operate the FM/AM radio when “TUNER” is selected as the input source (p.81). SOURCE z key SOURCE RECEIVER BAND Switches between FM and AM radio. Turns on/off an external device. PRESET Select a preset station.

  • Page 18: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Connecting speakers (p.19) Basic speaker configuration (p.20) Select the speaker layout and connect the speakers to the unit. Advanced speaker configuration (p.28) Apply bi-amp connections, channel expansion (using an external power amplifier) or multi-zone configurations to enhance the system. Connecting a TV (p.39) Connect a TV to the unit.

  • Page 19: Connecting Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting speakers The unit has 9 built-in amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 11 speakers and up to 2 subwoofers to create the favorite acoustic space in your room. You can also apply bi-amp connections, channel expansion (using an external power amplifier) or multi-zone configurations to enhance your system (p.28).

  • Page 20: Basic Speaker Configuration

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Basic speaker configuration ■ Placing speakers in your room Depending on the number of speakers, place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples. ❑...
  • Page 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 9.2-channel system [★7.1.2] (using surround back speakers) ❑ 7.1-channel system [★5.1.2] (using front presence speakers) This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 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 3-dimensional sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround back speakers.
  • Page 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7.1-channel system [★7.1.0] (using surround back speakers) ❑ 5.1-channel system This speaker system creates front Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also creates Virtual you to enjoy extended surround sounds using the surround back speakers.
  • Page 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Front 5.1-channel system (using surround speakers) ❑ Front 5.1-channel system (using front presence speakers) Even when surround speakers are placed in the front side, the unit creates the virtual This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural surround speakers in the rear side to allow you to enjoy multichannel surround sound (Virtual 3-dimensional sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front...
  • Page 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 2.1-channel system ❑ Presence speaker layout The unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height/Rear Height, Overhead and Dolby Enabled SP). Choose a layout pattern that suits your listening environment.
  • Page 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Dolby Enabled SP Notes on installation of ceiling speakers Use the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. When installing presence speakers to a ceiling, use the following illustration as a reference.

  • Page 26: Main Zone Z

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ Setting the speaker impedance Connecting speakers Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. 6-ohm speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 ...
  • Page 27 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Connecting speaker cables Cables necessary for connection (commercially available) Speaker cables (x the number of 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.

  • Page 28: Advanced Speaker Configuration

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Advanced speaker configuration In addition to the basic speaker configuration (p.20), the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations to enhance your system. Combining with an external Using the four internal Using the excess internal power amplifier (Hi-Fi amplifier,...
  • Page 29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ Available speaker configurations (RX-A3050) Main zone Speaker configuration Multi-zone Power Amp Assign (p.133) Page Output channel External power Bi-amp (max) amplifier (required)  Using a bi-amp connection in the main zone 7ch BI-AMP ...
  • Page 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7ch BI-AMP ❑ 7ch BI-AMP +1ZONE Bi-amp Bi-amp Zone3 Main zone Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) CENTER CENTER SURROUND...
  • Page 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7ch BI-AMP +FP+RP (RX-A3050 only) ❑ 9ch +RP (RX-A3050 only) Bi-amp via external amp via external amp external amp external amp external amp external amp Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection)
  • Page 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 9ch +FRONT (RX-A3050 only) ❑ 7ch +FP+RP (RX-A3050 only) via external amp via external amp via external amp external amp external amp Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier FRONT CENTER...
  • Page 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7ch +FRONT+1ZONE ❑ 5ch +FRONT+2ZONE via external amp via external amp Zone2 Zone3 Main zone Main zone Zone3 Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier CENTER CENTER...
  • Page 34 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7ch +1ZONE ❑ 9ch +1ZONE Zone3 Zone2 Main zone Main zone Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT FRONT CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK SURROUND BACK (not used) EXTRA SP 1 (not used) (not used)
  • Page 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 7ch +2ZONE Zone2 Main zone Zone3 Speaker Connect to FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK (not used) (not used) SUBWOOFER 1–2 Zone2 speakers EXTRA SP 1 Zone3 speakers EXTRA SP 2 •...
  • Page 36 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connections Connecting Zone2/3 speakers When using front speakers that support bi-amp connections, connect them to the When using Zone2/3 speakers, connect them to the EXTRA SP 1–2 terminals. FRONT terminals and EXTRA SP 1 terminals.

  • Page 37: Connecting An External Power Amplifier

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ Connecting an external power amplifier (Example) Connecting front speakers via an external power amplifier When connecting an external power amplifier to enhance speaker output, connect the input jacks of the power amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks of the unit. The same channel PRE OUT (FRONT) jacks signals are output from the PRE OUT jacks as from their corresponding SPEAKERS terminals.

  • Page 38: Input/Output Jacks And Cables

    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.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a TV Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. To use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the HDMI settings on the unit. For details on the settings, see “Information on HDMI”...
  • Page 40 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ❑ VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) Component/composite video connection When connecting any video device with a component video cable, connect the TV to MONITOR OUT (VIDEO) jack The unit (rear) the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.

  • Page 41: Connecting Another Tv Or A Projector

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ Connecting another TV or a projector The unit has two 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 (p.72).

  • Page 42: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) 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 an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.

  • Page 43: Component Video Connection

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ Component video connection Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital (digital coaxial, digital optical or stereo pin cable).

  • Page 44: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) PHONO jacks Audio output (PHONO) PHONO Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and a turntable to the unit. PHONO Depending on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections.

  • Page 45: Connecting To The Jacks On The Front Panel

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Composite video/analog stereo connection Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Connect a playback device (such as game consoles and camcorders) to the unit with a Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit. video pin cable and a stereo pin cable.

  • Page 46: Connecting The Fm/Am Antennas

    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. Assembling the AM antenna Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. FM antenna AM antenna HDMI...

  • Page 47: Connecting A Network Cable Or Preparing The Wireless Antenna

    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. You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit.

  • Page 48: 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 •...

  • Page 49: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Selecting an on-screen menu language SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z Select the desired on-screen menu language from English, To confirm the setting, press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 50: Configuring The Necessary Speaker Settings

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Configuring the necessary speaker settings SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z If you use any of the following speaker configurations, follow the Configure the corresponding speaker settings. V-AUX V-AUX procedure below to configure the corresponding speaker settings AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 51: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function Place the YPAO microphone at your listening V-AUX V-AUX detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to AUDIO AUDIO...
  • Page 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 The following screen appears on the TV. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...
  • Page 53 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Multi Position Multi measure Single measure (5 listening positions) Selects multi measure or single measure. Settings Select this option if you will have several listening positions or if you Multi measure Multi measure want others to enjoy surround sound.

  • Page 54: Measuring At One Listening Position (Single Measure)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Angle/Height Measuring at one listening position SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER (single measure) (RX-A3050 only) Enables/disables the angle/height measurement. When “Multi Position” is set to “No”, follow the procedure below for V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...
  • Page 55 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 c Place the microphone base at the listening position and set the (RX-A3050 [when angle/height measurement is enabled]) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER YPAO microphone to the position “1”. Proceed to Step 2. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...
  • Page 56 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 f Set the YPAO microphone at the top of the pole and perform the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER fourth angle measurement. • To finish the measurement without saving the result, select “CANCEL”. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES”...

  • Page 57: Measuring At Multiple Listening Positions (Multi Measure)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Measuring at multiple listening positions SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER When the measurements at the positions you want (multi measure) to measure are completed, use the cursor keys to select “CANCEL” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position”...
  • Page 58 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 d Press ENTER to start the first angle measurement. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Perform the angle/height measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the first angle a Use the cursor keys to select “YES” and press ENTER. measurement finishes.
  • Page 59 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys to select “Save/Cancel” and Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES” or “NO” press ENTER. to enable/disable YPAO Volume and press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 60: Checking The Measurement Results

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Checking the measurement results (RX-A3050 only) Angle SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER (Horizontal) Horizontal angle of each speaker at the listening position You can check the YPAO measurement results. (RX-A3050 only) Height Height of the presence speakers above the level of the V-AUX...

  • Page 61: Error Messages

    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.

  • Page 62: Warning Messages

    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...

  • Page 63: Connecting To A Network Device Wirelessly

    – Playback of music stored on media servers (PC/NAS) Mobile device (such as iPhone) • For details on “AV CONTROLLER”, visit the Yamaha website. The unit For details on connection, see “Connecting the unit to a wireless network” (p.64). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.47) or Wireless Direct (p.70).

  • Page 64: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the unit to a wireless network SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Network RECEIVER z Connection” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
  • Page 65 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
  • Page 66 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 SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z configuration If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the procedure below to share the iOS device setting with the unit.
  • Page 67 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ C: Using other connection methods SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the RECEIVER z If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
  • Page 68 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Searching for an access point ❑ Setting up the wireless connection manually SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the unit starts searching for access points.
  • Page 69 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Using the PIN code SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of security key and select “NEXT”.

  • Page 70: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a mobile device to the unit SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check RECEIVER z directly (Wireless Direct) “Wireless Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit V-AUX V-AUX...
  • Page 71 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. security key and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the instruction manual of the mobile device.

  • Page 72: Playback

    PLAYBACK SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Basic playback procedure V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO TUNER BLUETOOTH On-screen input selection Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY...

  • Page 73: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound program, HDMI output and various settings with just one touch. V-AUX V-AUX You can use up to 12 scenes to register your favorite settings and switch them depending on a playback source. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 74: Configuring Scene Assignments

    Configuring scene assignments Selecting setting items to be included as SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER scene assignments Set the unit to the condition (such as input source V-AUX In addition to the default scene assignments (Input, HDMI Output AUDIO and sound program) that you want to assign to a Input selection keys and Mode), you can also include the following setting items as the PHONO...

  • Page 75: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER 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 AUDIO AUDIO your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo PHONO PHONO a Press ON SCREEN.

  • Page 76: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp Hd 3 /Cinema Dsp 3D)

    This program creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling without disturbing the original acoustic positioning of multichannel audio, The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP Standard such as Dolby Digital and DTS. Its design is based on the concept of the technology (CINEMA DSP HD /CINEMA DSP 3D).
  • Page 77 ■ ❑ 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.

  • Page 78: Virtual Cinema Dsp

    If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 9ch Stereo) when no the center. 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 The warehouse resembles some lofts in Soho.

  • Page 79: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    ■ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER multichannel (surround decoder) 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. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...

  • Page 80: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    Enjoying compressed music with enhanced SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) • You cannot select the Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoders when headphones are connected or when “Surround Back” (p.135) in the “Setup” menu is set to “None”. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 81: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

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

  • Page 82: Selecting A Frequency For Reception

    Selecting a frequency for reception Registering favorite radio stations (presets) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their V-AUX V-AUX source.

  • Page 83: Radio Data System Tuning

    ■ Selecting a preset station Radio Data System tuning SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. (U.K. and Europe models only) Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...

  • Page 84: Receiving Traffic Information

    ■ Receiving traffic information Program Service Program service name SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER automatically Program Type Current program type When “TUNER” is selected as the input source, the unit Radio Text Information on the current program V-AUX V-AUX automatically receives traffic information. To enable this function, AUDIO AUDIO Clock Time...

  • Page 85: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    ■ Operating the radio on the TV Browse screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 86: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via Bluetooth SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a device (such On the Bluetooth device, select a song and start V-AUX V-AUX as smartphones) on the unit. AUDIO AUDIO playback. PHONO PHONO BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 87: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music Connecting an iPod You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable supplied with the iPod. Connect your iPod to the unit with the USB cable supplied with the iPod. • For details on playable iPod devices, see “Supported devices and file formats” (p.179). Connect the USB cable to the iPod.

  • Page 88: Playback Of Ipod Content

    ■ Playback of iPod content Browse screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start playback. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO You can control the iPod with the menu displayed on the TV screen. PHONO PHONO TUNER...

  • Page 89: Playback Screen

    ■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO • During simple play, configure the shuffle/repeat settings directly on your iPod or PHONO PHONO press MODE to display the TV menu screen and then follow the procedure below. TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 90: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

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

  • Page 91: Playback Of Usb Storage Device Contents

    Playback of USB storage device contents SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER • To return to the previous screen, press RETURN. Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device • Files not supported by the unit cannot be selected. contents and start playback. V-AUX V-AUX •...
  • Page 92 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE SCENE SCENE Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM...
  • Page 93 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO When “USB” is selected as the input source, press PHONO PHONO OPTION. TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4...

  • Page 94: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    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.47). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...

  • Page 95: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the cursor keys to select an item and press 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 AUDIO...
  • Page 96 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE SCENE SCENE Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM...
  • Page 97 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, PHONO PHONO press OPTION. TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4...

  • Page 98: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Playback of Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.47). You can Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO”...
  • Page 99 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE SCENE SCENE Playback indicator Playback indicator PROGRAM PROGRAM...

  • Page 100: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER 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 AUDIO AUDIO browse screen.

  • Page 101: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    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.
  • Page 102 SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER • 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 setting “Network Standby” (p.145) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. remote control to control playback.

  • Page 103: Playing Back Videos/Audio In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    For details, see “Multi-zone output” (p.181). • Since there are many possible ways to use the unit in a multi-zone configuration, we recommend that you consult with your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center about the multi-zone connections that best meet your requirements.

  • Page 104: Preparing The Multi Zone System

    ■ Enjoying videos/music in other rooms Preparing the multi zone system You can enjoy videos/music using TVs placed in other rooms. Connect the device that will be used in other rooms to the unit. ❑ Enjoying videos/music using a TV and speakers Caution •...
  • Page 105 ❑ Using an external amplifier ■ Connecting a video monitor to play back analog videos Connect the external amplifier placed in Zone2 or Zone3 to the unit with a stereo pin Connect a video monitor to watch analog videos at Zone2 or Zone3. Depending on the cable and connect speakers to the external amplifier.
  • Page 106 ■ Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back videos/audio • When the HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack is assigned to Zone2, you can enable/disable the audio output from the HDMI OUT 2 jack by setting “Audio Output” (p.149) in the “Setup” menu to “On” or “Off” (default). Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at •...
  • Page 107 Operating the unit from another room Remote connections between Yamaha products An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that (remote connection) support remote connections, as the unit does. You can transmit remote control signals...

  • Page 108: Controlling Zone2, Zone3 Or Zone4

    Controlling Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Start playback on the external device or select a RECEIVER z radio station. Use the ZONE switch to select a zone. Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys For details on the following operations, see the...
  • Page 109 ■ ■ Other operations for Zone2, Zone3 or Enjoying the same source in multiple SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Zone4 rooms (party mode) The following functions are also available when the zone you want The party mode allows you to play back in all zones the same V-AUX V-AUX to operate is enabled.

  • Page 110: Registering Favorite Items (Shortcut)

    Registering favorite items (shortcut) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Recalling a registered item You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents as V-AUX V-AUX shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut AUDIO AUDIO numbers. PHONO PHONO Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number.

  • Page 111: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    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.155) in the “Information” menu. •...
  • Page 112 ■ ■ Top menu screen Control screen PLAY INFO CONTROL Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. TOP MENU STATUS Moves to the top menu screen. Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. SCENE SETTINGS Selects a scene for the selected zone.

  • Page 113: Network Standby Off

    ■ 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.

  • Page 114: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX Switching information on the front display Input source group Item AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO Song (song title), Artist (artist name), Album (album TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Bluetooth name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Press INFO.

  • Page 115: (Option Menu)

    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.
  • Page 116 ■ YPAO Volume (YPAO Volume) Item Function Page FM Mode Switches between stereo and monaural for FM Enables/disables YPAO Volume or Adaptive DRC. (FM Mode) radio reception. YPAO Volume (YPAO Vol.) (U.K. and Europe models only) Traffic Program Automatically searches for a traffic information (TrafficProgram) Enables/disables YPAO Volume.
  • Page 117 ■ ■ Dialogue (Dialog) Subwoofer/Bass (Subwoofer/Bass) Adjusts the volume or perceive height of dialogue sounds. Adjust the subwoofer volume or bass sound. Dialogue Level (Dialog Lvl) Subwoofer Trim (SW.Trim) Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds. If dialogue sounds cannot be heard Fine-adjusts the subwoofer volume.
  • Page 118 ■ ■ Enhancer (Enhancer) Video Processing (Video Process.) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer and the high-resolution mode. Configures the video signal processing settings. Enhancer (Enhancer) Video Mode (V.M) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.80). Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution, aspect ratio and video adjustments) settings configured in “Processing”...
  • Page 119 ■ ■ Input Settings (Input Settings) FM Mode (FM Mode) Configures the input settings. Switches between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception. Settings Stereo (Stereo) Receives FM radio in stereo sounds. • This setting is applied separately to each input source. Input Trim (In.Trim) Mono (Mono) Receives FM radio in monaural sounds.

  • Page 120: Configurations

    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. •...

  • Page 121: Input Menu Items

    Input menu items Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry. • Available items vary depending on the selected input source. • Default settings are underlined. Item Function Page Rename/Icon Select Changes the input source name and icon. Decoder Mode Sets the format of digital audio playback to DTS.
  • Page 122 ■ ■ Decoder Mode DMC Control Sets the format of digital audio playback to “DTS”. Selects whether to allow DLNA-compatible Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control playback. For example, if the unit does not detect DTS audio and outputs noise, set “Decoder Mode”...

  • Page 123: Configuring The Scene Function (Scene Menu)

    Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Use the cursor keys and ENTER to change the setting. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.73) using the TV screen. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Press ON SCREEN. Scene menu items Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...
  • Page 124 ■ Load Detail Loads the settings registered for the selected scene. Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. You can also view the Select “DETAIL” to configure the SCENE link playback setting or view the scene settings currently assigned to the selected scene. assignments.
  • Page 125 ■ ■ Rename/Icon Select Reset Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Restores the default settings (p.73) for the selected scene. ■ Setup procedure Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w). Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen.

  • Page 126: Configuring Sound Programs/Surround Decoders

    Configuring sound programs/surround Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. decoders (DSP Program menu) You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “DSP Program” and press ENTER. •...

  • Page 127: Dsp Program Menu Items

    DSP Program menu items Item Function Settings 1.0 s to 5.0 s Adjust the decay time of the rear Higher to enrich the reverberant Reverb Time reverberant sound. sound and lower to have clear • Available items and the default settings vary depending on the selected sound program or surround sound.
  • Page 128 ■ Settings for decoders The following items are available when you select “2ch Stereo” or “9ch Stereo”. The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND Sound program Item Function Settings DECODER” to “bSurround”, “bPLIIx Music” (bPLII Music) or “Neo:6 Music”. Selects whether to automatically bypass the Decode Type...

  • Page 129: Configuring Various Functions (Setup Menu)

    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. •...

  • Page 130: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Setting Pattern Registers two speaker setting patterns and switches between them. Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system.
  • Page 131 Menu Item Function Page Delay Enable Enables/disables the Lipsync adjustment for each input source. Lipsync Auto/Manual Select Selects the method to adjust the delay between video and audio output. Adjustment Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually. Dynamic Range Selects the dynamic range adjustment method for bitstream audio (Dolby Digital and DTS signals) playback.
  • Page 132 Menu Item Function Page Main Zone Set Zone Rename Changes the zone name (for main zone) displayed on the front display or TV screen. Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 or Zone3 output. Max Volume Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness in the second zone. Initial Volume Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 initial volume for when the unit is turned on.

  • Page 133: Speaker (Manual Setup)

    ■ Speaker (Manual Setup) Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Configures the speaker settings manually. Choices Pattern1 > 2 Copies the “Pattern1” parameters to “Pattern2”. • Default settings are underlined. Pattern2 > 1 Copies the “Pattern2” parameters to “Pattern1”. ■...
  • Page 134 Center Select this when you use 7-channel speakers plus front channel expansion using an external amplifier in the main zone and Zone3 (or Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Zone2) speakers (p.33). 7ch +FRONT+1ZONE You can select a zone to be assigned to the EXTRA SP 2 jacks (default: Settings Zone3).
  • Page 135 Surround Back Rear Presence Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Selects whether or not rear presence speakers are connected and their size. Settings Settings Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Large Select this option for large speakers.
  • Page 136 Rear Presence Layout Selects a rear presence layout when rear presence speakers are used. This Selects the layouts of the surround speakers, front/rear presence speakers and setting facilitates the optimization of the sound field effect. subwoofers. Settings Surround Select this option when rear presence speakers are installed on the Rear Height Selects a surround speaker layout when surround speakers are used.
  • Page 137 ■ ■ Distance Parametric EQ Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the Adjusts the tone with an equalizer. speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance Settings from “Meter”...

  • Page 138: Sound

    Sound To fine-adjust the center frequency or Q factor (bandwidth), press ENTER repeatedly to select an item. Configures the audio output settings. Frequency: Use the cursor keys (e/r) to adjust the center frequency of the selected band and the cursor keys (q/w) to adjust the gain. Q: Use the cursor keys (e/r) to adjust the Q factor (bandwidth) of the selected band and the cursor keys (q/w) to adjust the gain.

  • Page 139: Max Volume

    ■ Max Volume Sets the maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness. • Even if “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Auto”, the automatic adjustment does not work depending on the TV connected to the unit. In this case, adjust the delay manually in “Adjustment”. Setting range Adjustment -30.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB...
  • Page 140 ■ ■ CINEMA DSP 3D Mode Virtual Surround Back Speaker Selects whether to create Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround Enables/disables CINEMA DSP HD (RX-A3050) or CINEMA DSP 3D (RX-A2050) speakers. When VSBS is enabled, the unit creates VSBS when no surround back (p.76).

  • Page 141: Video

    Video Resolution Selects a resolution to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to Configures the video output settings. “Processing”. Settings Through Does not convert the resolution. Auto Selects a resolution automatically in accordance with TV resolution. 480p/576p, 720p, Output video signals with a selected resolution.
  • Page 142 Saturation Adjustment Adjusts the video saturation. Configures the video adjustments when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. You Setting range can register the video adjustments as presets (up to 6). -100 to 0 to +100 ■ Setup procedure Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a preset number and press ENTER. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item.

  • Page 143: Hdmi

    HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.183) 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”...

  • Page 144: Network

    Network HDMI OUT1, HDMI OUT2 Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT 1 jack or Configures the network settings. HDMI OUT 2 jack. Settings Disables the audio output from the TV. Enables the audio output from the TV. •...

  • Page 145: Network Standby

    ■ ■ IP Address Network Standby Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby). DHCP Settings Select whether to use a DHCP server. Disables the network standby function. Settings Enables the network standby function.

  • Page 146: Mac Address Filter

    ■ ■ MAC Address Filter Network Name Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices. Filter ■ Procedure Enables/disables the MAC address filter.

  • Page 147: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Multi Zone Configures the Bluetooth settings. Configures the multi zone settings. ■ ■ Bluetooth Main Zone Set Enables/disables the Bluetooth function (p.86). Configures the main zone setting. Settings Zone Rename Disables the Bluetooth function. Changes the zone name (for main zone) displayed on the front display or TV screen. Bluetooth Enables the function.

  • Page 148: Audio Delay

    Initial Volume Use the cursor keys to select “OK” and press ENTER. Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 initial volume for when the unit is turned on. • To restore the default setting, select “RESET”. Settings To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Sets the level at the volume level of the unit when it last entered standby mode.

  • Page 149: Zone4 Set

    ■ ■ Zone4 Set Party Mode Set Configures the Zone4 settings. Enables/disables switching to the party mode (p.109) for each zone. Choice Zone Rename Target: Zone2, Target: Zone3, Target: Zone4 Changes the zone name (for Zone4) displayed on the front display or TV screen. Settings You can change the zone name in the same manner as “Zone Rename”...

  • Page 150: Function

    Function Use the cursor keys to select “b” and press ENTER. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. ■ Input Assignment • You cannot assign both COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to the same input source. Assigns the COMPONENT VIDEO, COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to another input source.

  • Page 151: Trigger Mode

    Manual Wallpaper Switches the output level for electronic signal transmission manually when “Trigger Selects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV. Mode” is set to “Manual”. This setting can also be used to confirm proper function of the external device connected via the TRIGGER OUT jack. Settings Choices Displays the piano image on the TV screen when there is no video...

  • Page 152: Eco

    ■ Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Configures the power supply settings. Settings Does not protect the settings. Protects the settings until “Off” is selected. • When “Memory Guard” is set to “On”, the lock icon (o) is displayed on the menu screen. Icon ■...

  • Page 153: Language

    ■ 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. •...

  • Page 154: Viewing Information About The Unit (Information Menu)

    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”...

  • Page 155: Multi Zone

    ■ ■ 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.157) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.158) IP Address IP address Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the unit (p.157)

  • Page 156: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    ADVANCED SETUP menu items Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) • Default settings are underlined. Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Item Function Page Set the unit to standby mode. SPEAKER IMP. Changes the speaker impedance setting. REMOTE SENSOR Turns on/off of the remote control sensor on the main unit.

  • Page 157: Changing The Speaker Impedance Setting (Speaker Imp.)

    Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: speakers connected. ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 158: Switching The Video Signal Type (Tv Format)

    Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT) Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) TV FORMAT 4K MODE NTSC MODE 2 R FPR R FPR Switch the video signal type of the unit so that it matches to the format of your TV. Select the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K (60 Hz/50Hz) compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit.

  • Page 159: Backing Up/Recovering The Settings (Recov./Backup)

    Creates backup of the settings of the unit, or recovers the settings from the backup. New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from the Yamaha website. If the unit ■...

  • Page 160: Controlling External Devices With The Remote Control

    POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU Once you have registered the remote control code for your TV, you • Under the unit’s default settings, the amplifier code (Yamaha: 5098) is set for all OPTION OPTION the input selection keys. With this setting, you can control HDMI...

  • Page 161: Registering The Remote Control Codes For Playback Devices

    ■ Registering the remote control codes for Playback device operations SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE z playback devices Once you have registered the remote control code for your SOURCE RECEIVER playback device, you can control it using the following keys after selecting the input source or scene. You can use the unit’s remote control to operate playback devices if V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 162: Resetting Remote Control Codes

    Resetting remote control codes SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE RECEIVER You can reset a remote control code registered to each input selection key. V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO Press CODE SET. TUNER BLUETOOTH SOURCE blinks twice. MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY...

  • Page 163: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.159). 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...

  • Page 164: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 or Zone3 (p.148). 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.157).

  • Page 165: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 166 Problem Cause Remedy Hold down MAIN ZONE z on the front panel for more than 10 seconds to The internal microcomputer is frozen, due to an external electric The unit is not reacting. shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or to a drop initialize and reboot the unit.

  • Page 167: Audio

    Audio Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Some digital audio formats cannot be played back on the unit. To check the audio No sound. Signals that the unit cannot reproduce are being input. format of the input signal, use “Audio Signal”...
  • Page 168 Problem Cause Remedy The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. Protection). No sound from the playback device (connected to The unit is set not to output audio input through HDMI jacks from In “Audio Output”...

  • Page 169: Video

    Video Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. No video.

  • Page 170: Fm/Am Radio

    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.119).

  • Page 171: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy Bluetooth Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the function (p.147). Bluetooth Terminate the current connection and then establish a new connection Another Bluetooth device is already connected to the unit. (p.86). Bluetooth Bluetooth The unit and the device are too far apart.

  • Page 172: Usb And Network

    USB and network Problem Cause Remedy The USB device is not connected to the USB jack securely. Turn off the unit, reconnect your USB device, and turn the unit on again. The unit does not detect the USB device. The file system of the USB device is not FAT16 or FAT32. Use a USB device with FAT16 or FAT32 format.
  • Page 173 Problem Cause Remedy If the unit detects a series of unsupported files (such as images and hidden files) The files in the PC cannot be played back Files not supported by the unit exist in the selected folder. during playback, playback stops automatically. Do not store the unsupported files continuously.

  • Page 174: Error Indications On The Front Display

    Twist the bare wires of the cables firmly and connect to the unit and speakers properly. Internal Error An internal error has occurred. Contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. No content There are no playable files in the selected folder.

  • Page 175: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx enables 7-channel playback from 2-channel or multichannel sources. There are three modes available: “Music mode” for music sources, “Movie mode” for movie sources and “Game mode” for game sources (for 2-channel sources only). ■...
  • Page 176 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is a compressed digital audio format developed by DTS, Inc. that supports Windows standard audio file format, which defines the method of recording the digital data obtained by 7.1-channel and 96 kHz/24-bit audio. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio remains fully compatible with the converting audio signals.

  • Page 177: Hdmi And Video Information

    HDMI and video information Network information Component video signal SSID With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular wireless LAN access point. the Pb and Pr signals for chrominance.

  • Page 178: Yamaha Technologies

    (such as room size, wall material, and number of speakers) can differ so widely, it is inevitable that there are 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 home.

  • Page 179: Supported Devices And File Formats

    ■ File formats Supported devices and file formats ❑ USB/PC (NAS) ■ Supported devices Sampling Quantization The number Gapless File Bitrate frequency (kHz) bitrate (bit) of channels playback ❑ Bluetooth device 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/ ✔ WAV * 16/24 — 176.4/192 Bluetooth • The unit supports devices that support A2DP or AVRCP.

  • Page 180: Video Signal Flow

    Video signal flow ■ Video conversion table Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. • You can select the resolution and the aspect ratio applied to HDMI-output video processing in “Video Mode” (p.141) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 181: Multi-Zone Output

    Multi-zone output ■ ■ Audio output Video output Using the unit’s MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT jacks Using an external amplifier (p.105) internal amplifier (p.36) (*8) HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack (*9) HDMI OUT 2 COMPONENT EXTRA SP 1–2 jacks ZONE OUT jacks VIDEO (ZONE OUT) jack VIDEO...

  • Page 182: Information On Hdmi

    (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.

  • Page 183: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    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.

  • Page 184: Hdmi Signal Compatibility

    HDMI signal compatibility Audio signals Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, BD (Blu-ray disc), Multichannel Linear PCM 8ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit HD DVD 2 to 5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz, 1 bit SACD...

  • Page 185: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    Reference diagram (rear panel) HDMI (HDCP2.2) NETWORK WIRELESS HDMI OUT ( 3 NET ) (HDCP2.2) AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 AV 5 AV 6 AV 7 (ZONE OUT) (1 BD/DVD) AC IN AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 COMPONENT VIDEO TRIGGER...

  • Page 186: Trademarks

    Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Android™ Google Play™ Corporation is under license. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.

  • Page 187: Specifications

    Specifications Input jacks • Video • Audio Format MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT - Dolby Atmos • Analog Audio - Composite x 1 - Dolby TrueHD Audio x 9 (AV 1–4, AUDIO 1–3, PHONO, V-AUX) - Component x 1 - Dolby Digital Plus •...

  • Page 188: Audio Section

    Network Audio Section • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) [RX-A3050] • Rated Output Power (2-channel driven) • PC Client Function (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 6 ) [RX-A3050] • Compatible with DLNA ver. 1.5 Front L/R..............200 W/ch (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 6 ) •...
  • Page 189 • Maximum Effective Output Power (1-channel driven) • Maximum Input Signal • Tone Control Characteristics [RX-A3050] PHONO (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) ......60 mV or more Main Zone (1 kHz, 10% THD, 6 ) AUDIO 2 etc. (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) ......2.4 V or more Bass Boost/Cut ......

  • Page 190: [Asia And General Models]

    • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF) • Standby Power Consumption Mono/Stereo ............65 dB/64 dB HDMI Control Off, Standby Through Off, Network Standby Off ..................0.1 W • Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) HDMI Control On, Standby Through On (No Signals), Mono/Stereo ............

  • Page 191: Index

    Index Symbols Exclamation mark (!) Decoder Off (front display information) Lipsync Lock icon (o) Dialogue Dimmer (Front Display) Numerics MAC Address Filter DLNA 2.1-channel system Max Volume DMC (Digital Media Controller) 2ch Stereo Memory Guard Dolby Atmos 4K Ultra HD Menu language selection DSP Program (front display information) 5.1-channel system...
  • Page 192 Surround decoder Test Tone Tone Control Trigger function USB storage device content playback Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Wallpaper Web control Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) YPAO Volume Zone...
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