AV Receiver Owner's Manual • This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home. • This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of the unit. • Read the supplied booklet “Quick Start Guide” before using the unit.
CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE UNIT 7 3 Connecting playback devices.......................................................... 27 HDMI connection with a video device such as a BD/DVD player......................................................................... 27 How to use this manual............................................................................ 7 Connection other than HDMI with a playback device.............................................................................................
Enjoying unprocessed playback............................................................ 42 Enjoying original sound (straight decode)................................................................................................................... 42 Listening to DAB radio (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models).................................................................................................... 57 Enjoying multichannel playback without sound field effects (surround decoder)........
Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu)......................................................................................... 78 Configuring the speaker settings.......................................................... 94 Basic operation of the Option menu.............................................................................................................................. 78 Setting the use of a subwoofer......................................................
Configuring the sound settings........................................................... 103 Configuring the Bluetooth® settings.................................................. 115 Setting the use of Center Spread.................................................................................................................................. 103 Setting the use of Bluetooth®.................................................................................................................................
APPENDIX 137 Additional information on HDMI......................................................... 154 Updating the unit’s firmware via the network................................... 137 Audio Return Channel (ARC)........................................................................................................................................... 155 HDMI Control and synchronized operations............................................................................................................
BEFORE USING THE UNIT How to use this manual Checking the accessories How to use this manual Checking the accessories When reading this manual, mind the following items. Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. • The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the U.S.A. model, unless otherwise specified. £ AM antenna (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia £ FM antenna (Except for U.K.
Using the remote control Insert the batteries in the remote control Insert the batteries the right way round. Operating range of the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown in the following figure.
FEATURES What you can do with the unit Supporting 2- to 7.1-channel speaker system Enjoying sound field effects with much presence Wide variety of supported content via network According to the number of speakers that you are using, you can enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces in various styles. The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo playback).
Useful functions The unit is equipped with the various useful functions. The SCENE function allows you to select the input source and settings registered to the corresponding scene, such as sound program and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, with just one touch. When the unit is connected to an HDMI Control-compatible TV with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as power and volume) with TV remote control operations. • “Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE)” (p.
Part names and functions Part names and functions of the front panel The part names and functions of the front panel are as follows. 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A DIRECT YPAO MIC INFO (WPS) MEMORY FM PRESET AM TUNING INPUT VOLUME SCENE BD/DVD TONE CONTROL PHONES NET TV RADIO STRAIGHT PROGRAM SILENT CINEMA B AUX USB AUDIO 5V (CONNECT) C D E F G H 1A I J (U.S.A. model) 1 z (power) key Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
D TONE CONTROL key Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and lowfrequency range (Bass) individually (p.80). E SCENE keys Switch with one touch between multiple settings set using the SCENE function. Also, turns on the unit when it is in standby mode (p.74). F PROGRAM keys Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.40). G STRAIGHT (CONNECT) key Enables/disables the straight decode mode (p.42). Enters the MusicCast network addition and the wireless LAN setup by holding down for 5 seconds (p.
Part names and functions of the front display The part names and functions of the front display are as follows. 2 1 34 6 7 8 9 0 A STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A - DRC LINK MASTER OUT 5 2 ECO VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR B D C 1 HDMI Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. OUT Lights up when HDMI signals are being output. 2 LINK MASTER Lights up when the unit is the master device of the MusicCast network.
Part names and functions of the rear panel The part names and functions of the rear panel are as follows. a c b HDMI OUT e HDMI (HDCP2.2) (HDCP2.2) 1 ARC (BD/DVD) 2 FM AUDIO 1 (TV) d 3 ANTENNA (RADIO) a f NETWORK 4 (NET) SPEAKERS AM 75 Ω OPTICAL AUDI0 2 COAXIAL AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO MONITOR OUT PHONO GND SURROUND CENTER FRONT COAXIAL PRE OUT SUBWOOFER AUDI0 3 1 2 gh i j k (U.S.A.
Part names and functions of the remote control The part names and functions of the supplied remote control are as follows. a b c 1 Remote control signal transmitter Transmits infrared signals. HDMI 1 2 e 2 1 2 3 3 BLUETOOTH USB NET FM AM PHONO Pressing this key repeatedly will specify the time (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, off), in which the unit switches to the standby mode. AUDIO AUX 4 Input selection keys Selects an input source for playback directly by pressing each key.
PREPARATIONS 1 Connecting speakers Names and functions of speakers Speaker type Front (L/R) The names and functions of speakers connected to the unit are as follows. E 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 1 1.8 m (5.9 ft) 9 Center R 2 3 Produce surround channel sounds. Surround speakers also produce surround back channel sounds when no surround back speakers are connected. Surround back (L/R) 6/7 Produce surround back channel sounds.
Speaker systems and speakers to be connected Speaker requirements Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. Speakers and subwoofers to be connected to the unit must meet the following requirements: Speaker type 7.1/5.1.2 5.1 2.1 Front (L/R) 1/2 Center 3 Surround (L/R) 4/5 *3 Surround back (L/R) 6/7 *1 Presence (L/R) E/R *2 *4 Subwoofer 9 • (U.S.A.
Setting the speaker impedance How to connect speakers (U.S.A. and Canada models only) n Connecting the speaker Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. 1 2 Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet.
NOTE n Connecting the subwoofer ▪ Remove the unit’s power cable from an AC wall outlet before connecting the speakers. ▪ Be sure to connect the front left and right speakers. Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. ▪ (U.S.A. and Canada models only) Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the unit’s speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”.
n For Overhead of the presence speakers layout How to place speakers (speaker systems) n Using 5.1.2-channel system E To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X contents, we recommend this speaker system. The presence speakers produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field including overhead. NOTE 1 ▪ When installing the presence speakers on the ceiling above the listening position, or when using Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers, the presence speaker layout settings must be changed.
n Using 7.1-channel system This speaker system allows you to enjoy extended surround sound using the surround back speakers. NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the same sound. 1 9 2 3 9 4 5 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 6 7 0.3 m (1 ft) or more HDMI OUT 1 ARC (BD/DVD) 2 FM AUDIO 1 (TV) NETWORK HDMI (HDCP2.2) (HDCP2.
n Using 5.1-channel system This is a basic speaker layout recommended for enjoying surround sound. NOTE You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the same sounds. 1 9 2 3 4 5 10° to 30° 10° to 30° NETWORK HDMI (HDCP2.2) HDMI OUT (HDCP2.
n Using 3.1.2-channel system We recommend this speaker layout when you cannot place speakers in the back of the room. You can also enjoy Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content with this speaker system. NOTE E ▪ When installing the presence speakers to the ceiling above the listening position or using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers, configure your presence speaker layout. For details, see the following: 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.
n Using Virtual CINEMA FRONT This speaker layout is recommended if you cannot place speakers in the back of the room. NOTE ▪ To use Virtual CINEMA FRONT, the speaker configuration settings must be changed. For details, see the following: 1 – “Assigning speaker configuration” (p.34) 2 4 – “Setting the use of Virtual CINEMA FRONT” (p.98) ▪ You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit. Two subwoofers connected to the unit output the same sounds.
HDMI OUT (HDCP2.2) NETWORK HDMI (HDCP2.2) 1 2 Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connections ARC 3 (NET) 4 (BD/DVD) AUDIO 1 (TV) The unit (rear) FM ANTENNA (RADIO) SPEAKERS AM 75 Ω OPTICAL AUDI0 2 COAXIAL AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO You can connect the front speakers that support bi-amp connections. MONITOR OUT To enable the bi-amp function, configure the necessary speaker settings.
2 Connecting a TV HDMI connection with a TV VIDEO (composite video) connection with a TV Connect a TV to the unit with an HDMI cable. If you connect a TV that supports ARC to the unit, you can output video/audio to the TV or input TV audio to the unit. Connect a TV to the unit with a video pin cable and a digital optical cable. The unit (rear) Video input (composite video) MONITOR OUT (VIDEO) jack The unit (rear) HDMI OUT jack HDMI input VIDEO MONITOR OUT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT (HDCP2.2) HDMI (HDCP2.
3 Connecting playback devices HDMI connection with a video device such as a BD/DVD player Output jacks on video device Video Input jacks on the unit Audio Digital coaxial Connect a video device to the unit with an HDMI cable. Composite video HDMI 1–4 jacks AV 1 (VIDEO + COAXIAL) Analog stereo AV 2–3 (VIDEO + AUDIO) Digital optical You need to change the combination of video/audio input jacks (p.84).
n AUDIO connection with an audio device such as a CD NOTE Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections. ▪ Connecting the turntable to the GND terminal of the unit may reduce noise in the signal. ▪ The PHONO jack of the unit is compatible with an MM cartridge. To connect a turntable with a low-output MC cartridge, use a boosting transformer.
4 Connecting the radio antennas Assembling and connecting the AM antenna Connecting the FM/AM antennas (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) 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 HDMI OUT HDMI (HDCP2.2) 2 (HDCP2.
Connecting the DAB/FM antenna (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall. DAB/FM antenna The unit (rear) HDMI (HDCP2.2) HDMI OUT (HDCP2.
5 Preparing for connecting to a network Preparing for connecting to a network Network Attached Storage (NAS) Internet The unit supports wired and wireless connections. Select a connection method according to your network environment. WAN If you are using a router that supports DHCP in the wired connection, you do not need to configure any network settings for the unit.
Preparing wireless antennas (wireless connection) 6 Plugging in the power cable Stand the wireless antennas upright for connecting to the wireless network or a Bluetooth device wirelessly. Plugging in the power cable For information on how to connect the unit to a wireless network, see the following: After all the connections are complete, plug in the power cable. • “Preparing for connecting to a network” (p.
7 Selecting the on-screen menu language Selecting the on-screen menu language 6 This completes the necessary settings. Select the desired on-screen menu language. 1 2 NOTE Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. The information on the front display is provided in English only. Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to display video from the unit (HDMI OUT jack). NOTE When you turn on the unit for the first time, a message regarding the network setup appears.
8 Configuring the necessary speaker settings Assigning speaker configuration 6 If you use any of the following speaker configurations, perform the following procedure to configure the corresponding speaker settings manually before performing YPAO. • Using the surround back speakers • Using the bi-amp connection (playing back more high-quality sounds with bi-amp connections) • Using the surround speakers for front 5.
Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) 4 Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position and connect it to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel. Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position (same height as your ears). We recommend the use of a tripod as a microphone stand. You can use the tripod screws to stabilize the microphone.
5 7 To start the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Start” and press ENTER. Use the cursor keys to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to start the measurement immediately. The following screen appears on the TV when the measurement finishes. The adjusted speaker settings are applied. NOTE 1 To finish the measurement without applying the result, select “CANCEL”. 2 8 3 Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit.
Error messages from YPAO Error message Cause E-1:No Front SP Front speakers are not detected. (E-1:NO FRNT SP) If any error message is displayed during the measurement, resolve the problem and perform YPAO again. E-2:No Sur. SP (E-2:NO SUR SP) E-3:No F.PRNS SP (E-3:NO FPR SP) (E-5:NOISY) TV screen OUT 2 E-6:Check Sur. (E-6:CHECK SUR) STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC E-5:NOISY E-9:CANCEL Exit YPAO, turn off the unit, and then check the speaker connections.
Warning messages from YPAO Warning message Cause Remedy Check the cable connections (+/-) of the problem speaker. If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still apply the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. If the speaker is connected incorrectly: However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. W-1:Out of Phase (W-1:PHASE) A speaker cable may be connected with the reverse polarity (+/-).
9 Setting MusicCast What is MusicCast 2 MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy music from your smartphone, PC, NAS drive and music streaming service anywhere in your house with one easy-to-use application. For more details and a lineup of MusicCast compatible products, refer to the following site: http://www.yamaha.
ENJOYING SOUND Enjoying sound field effects Enjoying 3D sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D) Select your favorite sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo playback). ZONE A The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D).
Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content Enjoying surround sound with 5 speakers placed in front (Virtual CINEMA FRONT) The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs. You can enjoy the surround sound even when the surround speakers are placed in front. You can enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode, such as with a sound field effect added or with stereo playback.
Enjoying unprocessed playback NOTE Enjoying original sound (straight decode) ▪ You cannot change the previously selected surround decoder by pressing PROGRAM. To change it, use “Sur.Decode” in the “Option” menu. For details, see the following: When STRAIGHT is pressed and the straight decode mode is enabled, the unit produces stereo sound from the front speakers for 2-channel sources such as CDs, and produces unprocessed multichannel sounds for multichannel sources.
Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (direct playback) Enjoying enhanced bass sound When DIRECT is pressed and the direct playback mode is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry. It allows you to enjoy Hi-Fi sound quality. Enhancing the bass (Extra Bass) OUT Press BASS to enable Extra Bass and enjoy enhanced bass sound, regardless of the size of the front speakers and the presence or absence of a subwoofer.
Enjoying enhanced compressed music Enjoying Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ Playing back digitally compressed formats with enriched sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) Enjoying Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ Playing back Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content creates realistic sound that comes from every direction, including overhead. To receive the full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content, we recommend a speaker system with presence speakers.
Enjoying music in multiple rooms Playing back music in multiple rooms NOTICE ▪ Remove the unit’s power cable from the AC wall outlet before connecting speakers. The Zone A/B function allows you to play back an input source in the room where the unit is installed (Zone A) and in another room (Zone B). For example, you can turn on Zone A (turn off Zone B) when you are in the living room, and turn on Zone B (turn off Zone A) when you are in the study room.
Operating the Zone B 3 Basic procedure for playing back music in Zone B is as follows. Use the input selection keys to select an input source. SLEEP HDMI 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 BLUETOOTH USB NET 3 4 FM AM PHONO A AV 1 3 AUDIO Slide the Zone switch to “ZONE B”.
Adjusting the volume for Zone B separately Correcting volume difference between Zone A and Zone B You can separately adjust the volume for Zone B using the remote control. NOTE If you are bothered by volume difference between Zone A/B, perform the following procedure to adjust the volume for Zone B. Slide the Zone switch to “ZONE A” in menu operations. NOTE 1 2 3 4 5 Slide the Zone switch to “ZONE A” in menu operations. 1 2 3 Press OPTION.
PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Basic procedure for playing back video and music 3 4 Basic procedure for playing back video and music is as follows. 1 2 Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. ▪ To mute the audio output, press MUTE. Press MUTE again to unmute. ▪ Refer to the instruction manual for the external device.
Switching information on the front display Currently input source AV Press INFO on the front panel to select between the various display items on the front display, as shown in the following table. OUT AUX AUDIO STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC LINK MASTER 2 ECO Audio Decoder FPL FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR Bluetooth USB About 3 seconds after a display item is selected, its corresponding information appears.
Item names and functions of the playback screen External device operation keys The item names and functions of the playback screen, available when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI, are as follows. a Resumes playback from pause. s Stops playback. d Stops playback temporarily. f 1 Function g Skips forward/backward. NOTE Displayed items vary depending on the content of playback.
Item names and functions of the browse screen Icon Function Moves 10 pages backward. The item names and functions of the browse screen, available when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI, are as follows. The browse screen appears when the next input source is selected. Moves to the previous page of the list. Moves to the next page of the list. • USB Moves 10 pages forward. • SERVER Moves to the playback screen.
Listening to FM/AM radio (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) Setting the frequency steps 4 5 (Asia and General models only) At the factory, the frequency step setting is set to 50 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM. Depending on your country or region, set the frequency steps to 100 kHz for FM and 10 kHz for AM. 1 2 When holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press z (power). z (power) 3 STRAIGHT Press PROGRAM to select “TU”.
Selecting a frequency for reception 2 You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency. Press TUNING to set a frequency. Hold down the key for about a second to search stations automatically. NOTE SLEEP HDMI 1 2 3 4 A AV The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is being used. The explanation of this section uses a display with frequencies used in U.K. and Europe models.
Selecting a preset station 1 Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. 1 “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. Press FM or AM to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 3 “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 Press FM to select “TUNER” as the input source. Press PRESET to select the desired radio station. Press OPTION.
Registering a radio station manually 3 Select a radio station manually and register it to a preset number. The first time that you do register a station, the selected radio station will be registered to the preset number “01”. Thereafter, each radio station you select will be registered to the next empty (unused) preset number after the most recently registered number. NOTE You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. 1 Hold down MEMORY for a few seconds.
Clearing preset stations Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. 1 Press FM or AM to select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 3 Press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Preset” and press ENTER. LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC VOL.
Listening to DAB radio (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) Preparing the DAB tuning 2 DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and more stable reception compared to analog signals. The unit can also receive DAB+ (an upgraded version of DAB) that allows for more stations using MPEG-4 HE-AAC v2 audio codec, which has a more efficient transmission method. Press ENTER to start an initial scan.
Selecting a DAB radio station for reception Selecting a preset DAB radio station You can select a DAB radio station from the stations stored by the initial scan. Tune into a registered DAB radio station by selecting its preset number. 1 1 Press DAB to select the DAB band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and then the DAB radio station currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 Press DAB to select “TUNER” as the input source.
NOTE Registering a DAB radio station as presets To select a preset number for registering, press MEMORY once after tuning into the desired radio station, press PRESET to select a preset number, and then press MEMORY again. Select a DAB radio station and register it to a preset number. LINK MASTER NOTE OUT “Empty” (not in use) or “Overwrite?” (in use) Press DAB to select the DAB band.
Clearing preset DAB radio stations Displaying the DAB information Clear DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. 1 Press DAB to select “TUNER” as the input source. 1 2 “TUNER” is selected as the input source and then the DAB radio station currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 3 Press OPTION. Press INFO on the front panel to select between the various display items.
Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label n Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label (0 [none] to 100 [best]). 1 Press DAB to select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and then the DAB radio station currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 3 4 Press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Tune AID” and press ENTER.
Listening to FM radio (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) Selecting a frequency for FM radio reception 2 You can tune into an FM radio station by specifying its frequency. Press TUNING to set a frequency. Hold down the key for about a second to search stations automatically. NOTE SLEEP HDMI 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 BLUETOOTH USB NET 3 4 FM DAB PHONO AV The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is being used.
Selecting a preset FM radio station 1 Tune into a registered FM radio station by selecting its preset number. 1 “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. Press FM to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 3 “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 Press FM to select “TUNER” as the input source. Press PRESET to select the desired FM radio station.
Registering an FM radio station manually 3 Select an FM radio station manually and register it to a preset number. The first time that you do register an FM radio station, the selected radio station will be registered to the preset number “01”. Thereafter, each radio station you select will be registered to the next empty (unused) preset number after the most recently registered number. NOTE You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. 1 Hold down MEMORY for a few seconds.
Clearing preset FM radio stations Displaying the Radio Data System information Clear FM radio stations registered to the preset numbers. Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in many countries. The unit can receive various types of Radio Data System data, such as “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text” and “Clock Time”, when it is tuned into a Radio Data System broadcasting station. 1 Press FM to select “TUNER” as the input source.
Playing back music stored on a Bluetooth® device Playback Bluetooth® device music on the unit 3 You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) on the unit. On the Bluetooth device, select a song and start playback. The playback screen is displayed on the TV. NOTE ▪ If the unit detects the Bluetooth device previously connected, the unit automatically connects to the Bluetooth device after Step 1.
Enjoying audio using Bluetooth® speakers/ headphones 6 Use the cursor keys to select the Bluetooth speakers/headphones to be connected with the unit and press ENTER. When the connection process finishes, “Completed” appears and audio played back on the unit will be reproduced from the Bluetooth speakers/ headphones. You can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones.
Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of iTunes/iPhone music contents with AirPlay 3 Select a song and start playback. The unit automatically selects “AirPlay” as the input source and starts playback. The AirPlay allows you to play back iTunes or iPhone/iPad/iPod touch music on the unit via network. The playback screen is displayed on the TV. iTunes CAUTION PC Router ▪ When you use iTunes/iPhone controls to adjust volume, the volume may be unexpectedly loud.
Playing back music stored on a USB storage device Playback of USB storage device contents 3 You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. NOTE For details on playable USB devices and USB file formats, see the following: NOTE ▪ “Supported USB devices” (p.152) ▪ To return to the top level while on the browse screen, hold down RETURN.
Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/ NAS) Media sharing setup on media servers (PCs/NAS) To play back music files stored on your media servers, first you need to configure the media sharing setting on each music server. You can play back music files stored on your media server on the unit. The setting procedure may vary depending on the media server. The following procedure is a setup example for Windows Media Player 12.
3 Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. NOTE ▪ To return to the top level while on the browse screen, hold down RETURN. ▪ To switch the screen mode browse/playback/off, press DISPLAY. NOTE ▪ You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of contents. For details, see the following: – “Configuring the shuffle setting” (p.87) – “Configuring the repeat setting” (p.
Listening to Internet radio Selecting an Internet radio station 2 Select an Internet radio station and start playback. On the playback screen, the current station is added to the “Favorites” folder. On the browse screen, the station selected in the list is added to the “Favorites” folder. NOTE ▪ To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet. You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit.
Listening to music streaming services Listening to a streaming service You can listen to a streaming service with the MusicCast CONTROLLER on your mobile device. On the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that was specified for the unit, and then select the streaming service to be tuned into by its station name. For details, see the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. NOTE ▪ Service is limited to certain areas.
Useful playback functions By default, the following settings are registered for each scene. SCENE function SCENE n Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the following settings with just one touch.
n Registering a scene 2 You can change the default setting and register the function that is assigned to each SCENE key. Hold down the desired SCENE key until “SET Complete” appears on the front display. STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO NOTE SET Complete We recommend registering the scene with playing back the content that you want to register. 1 VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR This completes the registers.
Shortcut function 2 Hold down MEMORY for a few seconds. n Registering a favorite content as shortcut SLEEP HDMI 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 BLUETOOTH USB NET 3 4 FM AM PHONO A AV 3 AUDIO You can register favorite Bluetooth, USB, media server and network content as shortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut numbers.
n Recalling a registered content as shortcut NOTE Recall a registered content (Bluetooth, USB, media server and network content) by selecting the shortcut number. ▪ The registered item cannot be recalled in the following cases. ▪ “No Presets” appears on the front display when no items are registered. – A USB storage device which contains the registered item is not connected to this unit. – A PC which contains the registered item is turned off or not connected to the network.
Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Basic operation of the Option menu LINK MASTER OUT STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC Input Select Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Option” menu. With the “Option” menu, you can configure different playback settings according to the input source currently being played back. 1 2 ECO VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR Front display Press OPTION.
Option menu items Item Use the following table to configure playback settings of the unit. Preset (Preset) NOTE Function Page Auto Preset (AUTO) Automatically registers FM radio stations with strong signals as presets. p.86 Clear Preset (CLEAR) Clear radio stations registered to preset numbers. p.86 ▪ Available items vary depending on the selected input source. Shuffle (Shuffle) Configures the shuffle setting. p.87 ▪ Text in parentheses denotes indicators on the front display.
Switching the input source Configuring DSP/Surround Switches the input source. Press ENTER to switch to the selected input source. Option menu n Selecting sound programs “Input Select” Select sound programs and stereo playback. NOTE Adjusting the tone of the audio output You can select a sound program by pressing PROGRAM. Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) individually.
MOVIE Sports Mono Movie This program allows listeners to enjoy the rich vividness of sport broadcasts and light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ voices are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the stadium is realistically conveyed by the peripheral delivery of the sounds of the fans in a suitable space. This program reproduces monaural video sources, such as classic movies, in an atmosphere of a good old movie theater.
Settings n Adjusting the sound field effect level Auto Uses the decoder automatically selected by input source. The DTS Neural:X decoder is selected for DTS sources and the Dolby Surround decoder is selected for other sources. Adjusts the sound field effect level. “DSP/Surround” > “DSP Level” bDsur Dolby Surround decoder. Expands the sound using a method optimized for the layout of the installed speakers. It produces the extended surround sound optimized for your speaker system.
n Setting Compressed Music Enhancer n Correcting volume difference between Zone A and Zone B Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer. Option menu “DSP/Surround” > “Enhancer” If you are bothered by volume difference between Zone A/B, adjust the volume for Zone B. Settings Option menu Off Disables Compressed Music Enhancer. On Enables Compressed Music Enhancer. “Volume Trim” > “ZoneB Trim” Setting range -10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.
Video/audio input jacks available on the unit Checking information about the video/audio signals Output jacks on video device Displays information about the video/audio signals.
1 2 Press AV 2 to select “AV 2” (video input jack to be used) as the input source. Selecting a video source to be output with the selected audio source Press OPTION. Selects a video source to be output together with the selected audio source. For example, you can watch the video from a different source while listening to the radio.
Setting presets for radio stations 4 n Registering radio stations automatically To start the Auto Preset process, press ENTER. “SEARCH” appears during Auto Preset Automatically register FM radio stations with strong signals. OUT 2 ECO 01:FM 87.50MHz NOTE ▪ To register AM radio stations, see the following: NOTE Option menu To cancel the Auto Preset process, press RETURN.
5 Configuring the repeat setting Use the cursor keys to select a preset station to be cleared and press ENTER. OUT Configure the repeat setting for playback. STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC LINK MASTER 2 ECO 01:FM 98.50MHz Option menu VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR “Repeat” Preset station to be cleared Settings If the preset station is cleared, “Cleared” appears and then the next in-use preset number is displayed.
Performing an initial scan for DAB radio reception Adding an Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models only) Register the currently playing Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder. Perform an initial scan for searching DAB radio stations. Option menu Option menu “Init Scan” “Add to favorites” 1 2 1 2 3 4 While listening to Internet radio, press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Add to favorites” and press ENTER.
Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models only) You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label. Option menu “Tune AID” 1 2 3 4 Press DAB to select the DAB band. Press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Tune AID” and press ENTER. Use the cursor keys to select the desired DAB channel label. The reception strength of DAB channel label is displayed in 0 (none) to 100 (best). 5 Press OPTION. This completes the checking.
CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Basic operation of the Setup menu 2 Use the cursor keys to select a menu and press ENTER. Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Setup” menu. You can configure the unit’s various functions with the “Setup” menu. NOTE ▪ If new firmware is available, the message screen appears. ▪ If new firmware is available, the envelope icon (p) appears in the screen. ▪ For details on firmware updating, see the following: – “Firmware updates” (p.
Setup menu items Use the following table to configure various functions of the unit. Menu Item Configuration Speaker HDMI Function Page Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. Subwoofer Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. p.94 p.94 Front Selects the size of the front speakers. p.94 Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. p.95 Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size. p.
Menu Item DSP Parameter Lipsync Sound Dialogue Volume ECO Function Network Function Page Center Spread Selects whether to spread the center channel signals to left and right when a 2-channel source is played. p.103 Center Image Adjusts the center localization (broadening effect) of the front sound field. p.103 Monaural Mix Enables/disables monaural sound output. p.103 Select Selects the method to adjust the delay between video and audio output. p.
Menu Bluetooth Item Function Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth functions. p.115 Disconnect Terminates the Bluetooth connection between the Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) and the unit. p.115 Bluetooth Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from Bluetooth devices (Bluetooth standby). p.115 Transmitter Enables/disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function. p.
Configuring the speaker settings Setting your speaker system Setting the use of a subwoofer Select the setting according to the speakers that are connected. Selects the setting according to the use of your subwoofer. Setup menu Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Power Amp Assign” “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Subwoofer” Settings Settings Presence Select this option when you use presence speakers in the 5.1.2 system. Sur.
Setting the use of a center speaker and its size Setting the use of surround speakers and their size Selects the setting according to the use and size of your center speaker. Selects the setting according to the use and size of your surround speakers. Setup menu Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Center” “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Surround” Settings Settings Select this option for small speakers. Small Select this option for small speakers.
Setting the use of presence speakers and their size Setting the use of surround back speakers and their size Selects the setting according to the use and size of your presence speakers when “Power Amp Assign” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Presence”. Selects the setting according to the use and size of your surround back speakers when “Power Amp Assign” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Sur.Back”.
Setting the layout of the presence speakers Setting the phase of the subwoofer Selects a presence layout when presence speakers are used. This setting facilitates the optimization of the sound field effect. Sets the phase of the subwoofer. When the bass sound is lacking or unclear, switch the subwoofer phase.
Setting the use of Virtual CINEMA FRONT Adjusting the volume of each speaker Selects whether to use Virtual CINEMA FRONT. Adjusts the volume of each speaker to suit your listening position. NOTE Setup menu Select “On” only when utilizing the Virtual CINEMA FRONT configuration. For details, see the following: “Speaker” > “Level” ▪ “Using Virtual CINEMA FRONT” (p.
Setting the equalizer Outputting test tones Selects the type of equalizer to be used and adjusts the tone. Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Setup menu Setup menu “Speaker” > “Equalizer” > “EQ Select” “Speaker” > “Test Tone” Settings PEQ Applies the parametric equalizer values obtained by the YPAO measurement. GEQ Select this option when you want to adjust the equalizer manually.
Configuring the HDMI settings Setting the use of HDMI Control Setting the use of HDMI Standby Through Enables/disables HDMI Control. HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. Select whether to output video/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when the unit is in standby mode.
Linking the standby modes of the unit and the TV Setting the version of HDCP used on the HDMI input jacks Select whether to use HDMI control to link the unit's standby mode to the TV's power when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Selects the HDCP version of the HDMI input jacks for watching 4K video content. NOTE Setup menu For details on “HDMI Control” in the “Setup” menu, see the following: “HDMI” > “HDCP Version” ▪ “Setting the use of HDMI Control” (p.
Setting the use of SCENE link playback Enables/disable SCENE link playback when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. When SCENE link playback is enabled, HDMI Control-compatible devices connected to the unit via HDMI automatically work as follows when a scene is selected. • TV: turning on and displaying video from the playback device • Playback device: starting playback NOTE For details on “HDMI Control” in the “Setup” menu, see the following: ▪ “Setting the use of HDMI Control” (p.
Configuring the sound settings Setting the use of Center Spread Setting the use of Monaural Mix Selects whether to spread the center channel signals to left and right when a 2channel source is played. This setting is effective when “bDsur” is selected. Enables/disables monaural sound output. This function can be applicable when the sound program is set to “7ch Stereo” only.
Adjusting the delay of the Lipsync function Adjusting the volume of dialogue sound Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Select” is set to “Auto”. Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds that are hardly heard.
Adjusting the perceived height of dialogue sound Setting the scale of the volume display Adjusts the perceived height of dialogue sounds when the position (height) of dialogue sound is artificial. If the dialogue sounds as if it is coming from below the screen, you can raise its perceived height by increasing this setting. Switches the scale of the volume display. NOTE Setup menu “Sound” > “Volume” > “Scale” Settings This setting is available only when one of the following conditions is met.
Adjusting the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume for Zone A Setting the limit value of the volume Sets the limit value of the volume adjusted by using such as VOLUME keys on the remote control. Selects whether to adjust the volume for Zone B in conjunction with the volume for Zone A. Setup menu “Sound” > “Volume” > “Max Volume” Setup menu Setting range “Sound” > “Volume” > “ZoneB Volume” -60.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [20.0 to 95.0 (5.0 increments), 97.
Configuring the power supply settings Setting the amount of time for the auto-standby function Set the amount of time for the auto-standby function. Setup menu “ECO” > “Auto Power Standby” Settings Off Does not set the unit to standby mode automatically. 5 minutes, 20 minutes Sets the unit to standby mode when you have not operated the unit and the unit has not detected any input signal for the specified time.
Configuring the function settings Automatically changing the input source names displayed on the front display Manually changing the input source names displayed on the front display Automatically changes the input source names displayed on the front display. You can select a name created by the Auto Rename function. Allows the input source names displayed on the front display to be set manually.
Setting input sources to be skipped when operating the INPUT knob Adjusting the brightness of the front display Adjusts the brightness of the front display. Set which input sources are skipped when operating the INPUT knob. Setup menu You can select the desired input source quickly by using this function.
Setting the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/ YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control Set the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control. Setup menu “Function” > “Remote Color Key” Settings Default Assigns the functions of devices connected to the unit with an HDMI cable. This setting is effective when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Assigns the unit's input sources to each key. The assigned input sources can be set separately.
Configuring the network settings Checking the network information of the unit Displays the network information of the unit. Setting the network connection method (Wired/ Wireless) Setup menu Selects the network connection method.
Setting the network parameters manually Setting the MAC address filter Set the network parameters (such as IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway) manually. Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Setup menu ▪ Operation of the AirPlay function or the DMC is not limited by this setting. “Network” > “IP Address” 1 2 3 4 5 NOTE ▪ You can specify up to 10 network devices that are permitted to access the unit. Setup menu Set “DHCP” to “Off”.
Setting the use of a Digital Media Controller Setting the use of the Network Standby function Selects whether to allow a Digital Media Controller (DMC) to control playback. A Digital Media Controller (DMC) is a device that can control other network devices through the network. When this function is enabled, you can control playback of the unit from DMCs (such as Windows Media Player 12) on the same network. Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby).
Setting the network name of the unit Updating the firmware via the network Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices. Updates the firmware via the network. You can select “Perform Update” after the unit is ready for firmware update. You can also check the firmware version and system ID. Setup menu Setup menu “Network” > “Network Name” “Network” > “Network Update” 1 2 3 4 NOTE Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen.
Configuring the Bluetooth® settings Setting the use of Bluetooth® Setting the use of the Bluetooth® Standby function Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from Bluetooth devices (Bluetooth standby). If this function is set to “On”, the unit automatically turns on when a connect operation is performed on the Bluetooth device.
Setting the use of audio transmission to a Bluetooth® device Connecting the unit to a Bluetooth® device that receives transmitted audio Enables/disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones. Establishes a connection between the unit and Bluetooth devices that receive audio transmitted from the unit, such as speakers and headphones, when "Transmitter" is set to "On" in the "Setup" menu.
Configuring the language settings Setting the on-screen menu language Select the on-screen menu language. Setup menu “Language” Settings English English 日本語 Japanese Français French Deutsch German Español Spanish Русский Russian Italiano Italian 中文 Chinese NOTE The information on the front display is provided in English only.
Configuring the advanced settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Basic operation of the ADVANCED SETUP menu ADVANCED SETUP menu items Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu while viewing the front display. Use the following table to configure system settings of the unit. 1 2 Set the unit to standby mode. SP IMP. REMOTE ID While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press z (power).
Changing the speaker impedance setting (SP IMP.) Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU) (U.S.A. and Canada models only) (Asia and General models only) LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC SP IMP.••8¬MIN LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC TU••••FM50/AM9 FPL FPR SW SR SL SBL SB SBR VOL.
Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO Setting DTS Format Notification (DTS MODE) LINK MASTER STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC 4K MODE•MODE 1 OUT ECO VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SW SR SL SBL SB SBR 2 STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC DTS MODE•MODE1 VOL.
Backuping and restoring all the settings (BKUP/RSTR) STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO BKUP/RSTR•BKUP In case of “BKUP”: • You cannot overwrite save. When you save the settings repeatedly, please move the file in different folder. • The file is stored by the name of “MC_backup_(model name).dat” in the route of the USB memory device. VOL.
Restoring the default settings (INIT) LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO Checking the firmware version (VERSION) STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC INIT••••CANCEL LINK MASTER OUT 2 ECO VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL STEREO TUNED ZONE SLEEP PARTY 2 A 3 B Hi -Res ENHANCER YPAO VOL. A- DRC VERSION••xx.xx FPL FPR SW SR SL SBL SB SBR VOL. MUTE VIRTUAL FPL FPR SW SR SL SBL SB SBR Restores the default settings for the unit. Check the version of firmware currently installed on the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING When any problem appears n The power does not turn on in synchronization with the If trouble occurs, first check the following: TV Make sure of the following when the unit does not function properly. • The power cables of the unit, TV and playback devices (such as BD/DVD players) are connected to AC wall outlets securely. • The unit, subwoofer, TV and playback devices (such as BD/DVD players) are turned on. l HDMI Control on the unit is disabled.
n The power turns off (standby mode) immediately n The unit is not reacting l The unit was turned on while a speaker cable was shorted. Twist the bare wires of each speaker cable firmly and reconnect to the unit and speakers. For details, see the following: – “Connecting the speaker” (p.18) l The internal microcomputer is frozen, due to an external electric shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or to a drop in the power supply voltage.
n Cannot select the desired input source even if INPUT Audio trouble knob is turned n No sound l The function which skips some input sources is set. Set “Input Skip” of the desired input source in the “Setup” menu to “Off”. For details, see the following: – “Setting input sources to be skipped when operating the INPUT knob” (p.109) l Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys.
n No sound is coming from a specific speaker n No sound is coming from the surround back speaker l The playback source does not contain a signal for the channel. To check it, use “Signal Information” in the “Option” menu. For details, see the following: – “Checking information about the video/audio signals” (p.84) l “Power Amp Assign” is not set to “Sur.Back”. When “Power Amp Assign” in the “Setup” menu is set to “Presence”, “BI-AMP”, “Zone B” or “5.1ch”, you cannot use the surround back speakers.
n No sound from the playback device connected to the n Only the front speakers work on multichannel audio l The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. l The playback device is set to output 2-channel audio (such as PCM) only. To check it, use “Signal Information” in the “Option” menu. If necessary, change the digital audio output setting on the playback device.
n No image (contents required the HDCP 2.2/2.3 - Video trouble compatible HDMI device) from the playback device n No video l Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. l The TV (HDMI input jack) does not support HDCP 2.2/2.3. Connect the unit to the TV (HDMI input jack) that supports HDCP 2.2/2.3. (The Warning message can be displayed on the TV screen.) l Another input source is selected on the TV.
FM/AM radio trouble (AM radio feature is not available for the U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) n FM radio reception is weak or noisy n Radio stations cannot be selected automatically l Your area is too far from the FM station transmitter. Select the station manually. Or use an outdoor antenna. We recommend using a sensitive multi-element antenna. For details on selecting the station manually, see the following: – “Selecting a frequency for reception” (p.53) l The AM radio signal is weak.
n DAB radio reception is weak or noisy DAB radio trouble (U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) l There is multi-path interference. Check reception strength in “Tune AID” in the “Option” menu, and adjust the antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. For details, see the following: – “Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label” (p.61) n No DAB radio reception l An initial scan has not been performed. Perform an initial scan to receive DAB radio.
USB trouble Network trouble n The unit does not detect the USB device n The network feature does not function l 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. n Folders and files in the USB device cannot be viewed l The network parameters (IP address) have not been obtained properly. Enable the DHCP server function on your router and set “DHCP” in the “Setup” menu to “On” on the unit.
n The unit does not detect the media server (PC/NAS) n The Internet radio cannot be played l The media sharing setting is not correct. Configure the sharing setting and select the unit as a device to which music contents are shared. For details, see the following: – “Media sharing setup on media servers (PCs/NAS)” (p.70) l The selected Internet radio station is currently not available. There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the service may have been stopped.
n The application for mobile devices does not detect the Bluetooth® trouble unit l The unit and mobile device are not in the same network. Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the unit and mobile device to the same network. l The MAC address filter is enabled on the unit. In “MAC Address Filter” in the “Setup” menu, disable the MAC address filter or specify the MAC address of your mobile device to allow it to access to the unit.
n No sound is produced, or the sound is interrupted during playback with Bluetooth® connection l The volume of the Bluetooth device is set too low. Turn up the volume of the Bluetooth device. l The Bluetooth device is not set to send audio signals to the unit. Switch the audio output of the Bluetooth device to the unit. l The Bluetooth connection has been terminated. Establish a Bluetooth connection between the Bluetooth device and the unit again.
Error indications on the front display Error indications on the front display Refer to the following table when the error message is indicated on the front display. Message Cause Remedy Access denied Access to the media servers (PCs/NAS) is denied. Configure the sharing settings and select the unit as a device to which music contents are shared. For details, see the following: The unit cannot access the USB device. Turn off the unit and reconnect your USB device.
Message Cause Update failed. Firmware update failed. FILE NOT READY Preparation for firmware update is not finish yet. Remedy Press STRAIGHT and select a firmware updating method, then press INFO to update the firmware again. For details, see the following: • “Updating the firmware (UPDATE)” (p.122) • “Updating the unit’s firmware via the network” (p.138) Wait a while before updating the firmware again.
APPENDIX Updating the unit’s firmware via the network Firmware updates NOTICE New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. If the unit is connected to the Internet, new firmware is downloaded via the network. When a firmware update is ready, the following message appears after SETUP is pressed. ▪ Do not operate the unit or disconnect the power cable or network cable during firmware update.
Updating the unit’s firmware via the network Confirm the on-screen description displayed after SETUP is pressed, and start the firmware update. 1 Read the on-screen description and press the down cursor key. The next screen appears. 2 To start the firmware update, press ENTER. The on-screen display turns off. 3 If “UPDATE SUCCESS PLEASE POWER OFF!” appears on the front display, press z (power) on the front panel. The firmware update is complete. NOTE ▪ Firmware update takes about 20 minutes or more.
Using wireless surround speakers (MusicCast Surround function) n Sample speaker layout Using wireless surround speakers (MusicCast Surround function) The following is a 5.1.2-channel system using two MusicCast 20 speakers as the surround speakers and one MusicCast SUB 100 as the subwoofer. Using devices that support the MusicCast Surround function, you can enjoy a 5.1.2channel or 5.1-channel system with wireless surround speakers and subwoofer. E NOTE ▪ For details on the 5.1.2-channel or 5.
1 2 The unit and the devices supporting MusicCast Surround must be registered with the same location on the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to complete setup of the MusicCast Surround function. Tap the settings icon. Tap “MusicCast Surround/Stereo”. For detailed setup instructions, refer to the following. https://download.yamaha.com/files/tcm:39-1212383 3 Adjust the speaker settings automatically (YPAO).
Connecting to a network wirelessly Selecting a wireless network connection method 1 2 Select a wireless connection method according to your network environment. NOTE ▪ You need to configure the network settings if your router does not support DHCP or if you want to configure the network parameters manually. For details, see the following: 3 4 5 – “Setting the network parameters manually” (p.112) ▪ When the unit is added to a MusicCast network, the network settings can be configured at the same time.
Setting up a wireless connection using the WPS button Setting up a wireless connection using an iOS device You can set up a wireless connection by applying the connection settings on iOS devices (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch). You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button. Before proceeding, confirm that your iOS device is connected to a wireless router.
4 Setting up a wireless connection by selecting from the list of available access points Select the network (access point) of which you want to share the settings with the unit. Tap here to start setup You can set up a wireless connection by selecting an access point from the list of wireless LAN routers (access points) found by the unit. You need to manually enter the security key.
4 Setting up a wireless connection manually Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key. You can set up a wireless connection by entering the required information manually. You need to set up the SSID (network name), encryption method and security key for your network. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Connection” > “Wireless(Wi-Fi)” 1 Use the cursor keys to select “Manual Setting” and press ENTER. The manual setting screen appears.
4 Setting up a wireless connection by using the WPS PIN code When finished entering the key, use the cursor keys to select “OK” and press ENTER. The previous manual setting screen appears on the TV. 5 Use the cursor keys to select “Security” and select the encryption method. Choices You can set up a wireless connection by entering the unit’s PIN code into the wireless router (access point). The method is available if the wireless router (access point) supports the WPS PIN code method.
Input/output jacks and cables (Stereo mini jack) Video/audio jacks Audio jacks n HDMI jacks n OPTICAL jack Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. Use an HDMI cable. Transmit digital audio signals. Use a digital optical cable. If there is a protective cap on the tip of the cable, remove it before using the cable. Use a stereo mini-plug cable. Stereo mini-plug cable HDMI cable Digital optical cable OPTICAL NOTE ▪ Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Using presence speakers Presence speaker layout The following three layout patterns are available for the presence speakers. Choose a layout pattern that suits your listening environment. • Front Height Installing the presence speakers in Overhead position Install the presence speakers to the ceiling above the listening position (Overhead). It delivers realistic overhead sound effects and sound field with excellent linkage of front and rear sound spaces effectively.
Using Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers Use Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. This utilizes sound reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sound only from speakers that are placed at the same level as traditional speakers. NOTE ▪ Place the Dolby Enabled speakers on top of or near the traditional front speakers. ▪ A Dolby Enabled speaker unit may be integrated into a traditional speaker. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the Dolby Enabled speakers.
Glossary Glossary of audio information DTS Dialog Control DTS Dialog Control allows you to boost the dialog. This can be useful in noisy environments to help make the dialog more intelligible. People with impaired hearing may also benefit. Note that the content creator may disable the use of this feature in the mix, so that DTS Dialog Control may not always be available. Note that updates to your AVR may add more functionality to DTS Dialog Control or increase the range of the feature.
DSD (Direct Stream Digital) DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology stores audio signals on digital storage media, such as SACD (Super Audio CDs). The signals are stored at a high-frequency sampling rate (such as 11.2 MHz). The highest frequency response is equal to or higher than 100 kHz, with a dynamic range of 120 dB. This technology offers better audio quality than that used for CDs.
Glossary of network information Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) Virtual Presence Speaker allows the system to virtually reproduce the height of the 3D sound field without presence speakers. Even if the presence speakers are not connected, the unit creates the 3D sound field in your room. This is a glossary of the technical terms related to network information used in this manual.
Supported file formats Supported devices and file formats The following file formats can be used by the unit. Supported Bluetooth® devices Support for gapless playback File Sampling frequency (kHz) • Operation of all Bluetooth devices cannot be guaranteed. WAV * 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ 176.4/192 Supported USB devices MP3 32/44.1/48 - 8 to 320 2 - WMA 32/44.1/48 - 8 to 320 2 - The following USB devices can be used by the unit. MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 - 8 to 320 2 - FLAC 32/44.
Video signal flow Video signal flow Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as follows.
Additional information on HDMI (Example) HDMI Control and synchronized operations HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as power and volume) with TV remote control operations. You can also control external devices (such as HDMI Control-compatible BD/DVD players) connected to the unit with an HDMI cable.
4 5 6 Turn on the unit and playback devices and then turn on the TV. Audio Return Channel (ARC) Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. 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. Check that the input, to which the playback device is connected on the unit, is selected.
HDMI signal compatibility Confirm the following HDMI signal used by the unit. • When CPPM copy-protected DVD-Audio is played back, video/audio signals may not be output, depending on the type of the DVD player. • The unit is not compatible with HDCP-incompatible HDMI or DVI devices. For details, refer to the instruction manual for each device.
Trademarks Trademarks The trademarks used in this manual are as follows. Windows™ Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Internet Explorer, Windows Media Audio and Windows Media Player are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Google Noto Fonts Android™ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Specifications HDMI Specifications HDMI Features: • 4K UltraHD Video (include 4K/60, 50Hz 10/12bit), 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), HDMI Control (CEC), Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, “x.v.Color”, HD audio playback, Selectable HDMI input in HDMI standby mode, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, BT.2020 Colorimetry, HDR Compatible (HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG) The specifications of this unit are as follows.
USB Compatible Decoding Formats Capable of Mass Storage Class USB Memory Decoding Format • Dolby Atmos • Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus • Dolby Digital • DTS:X • DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Express • DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 Current Supply Capacity: 1.0 A Bluetooth Sink Function • Source Device to AVR (ex.
Dynamic Power (IHF) Tone Control Characteristics • [U.S.A. and Canada models] – Front L/R (8/6/4/2 Ω) • Bass Boost/Cut 120/140/170/190 W • Treble Boost/Cut • [Other models] – Front L/R (6/4/2 Ω) 140/170/190 W 100 or more Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance • PHONO (1 kHz, 100 W/6 Ω) 3.5 mV/47 kΩ • AV 2 etc. (1 kHz, 100 W/6 Ω) 200 mV/47 kΩ 350 Hz ±6 dB/0.5 dB Step at 20 kHz 3.5 kHz (fc=40/60/80/90/100/110/120/160/200 Hz) • H.P.F. (Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back) 12 dB/oct. • L.P.F.
Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) Standby Power Consumption • Monaural 0.5% • HDMI Control Off, Standby Through Off 0.1 W • Stereo 0.6% • HDMI Control On, Standby Through Auto (No Signals) 1.0 W • HDMI Control On, Standby Through On (No Signals) 1.0 W Antenna Input • HDMI Control Off, Standby Through Off, Network Standby On 75 unbalanced AM Section (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models) • [Asia and General models] 1.3 W 1.
Default settings Default settings of the Option menu Default settings of the Setup menu The default settings of the “Option” menu are as follows. The default settings of the “Setup” menu are as follows. Treble, Bass Bypass (0.0 dB) Tone Control * When both “Treble” and “Bass” are 0.0 dB, “Bypass” appears.
Volume DMC Control • Scale Enable dB • Dynamic Range Maximum • Max Volume +16.5 dB • Initial Volume Off • ZoneB Volume Sync. ECO Network Standby Auto Network Name - MusicCast Link Power Interlock Off Network Update Auto Power Standby • U.K., Europe, Russia and Middle East models - • Other models Off ECO Mode Off Bluetooth On SP IMP. (U.S.A.
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