Yamaha RX-V1077 Owner's Manual

Yamaha RX-V1077 Owner's Manual

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Read the supplied booklet "Safety Brochure" before using the unit.
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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 7 Connecting the power cable .
  • Page 3 Playing back iPod music ......... 67 CONFIGURATIONS Connecting an iPod .
  • 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 7-channel (plus front presence) speaker system and up to 2 subwoofer connections. Allows . p.67 • iPod/iPhone/iPad you to enjoy favorite acoustic spaces in various styles. .
  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    • Information view (such as audio signal and video CONTROLLER”, you can control the unit from an signal) (p.124) iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the • System settings (p.126) Yamaha website for details. FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit...
  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel MAIN ZONE z key PURE DIRECT key Opening the front panel door Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Enables/disables Pure Direct (p.62). • To use controls or jacks behind the front panel door, gently Standby indicator INPUT knob press the bottom of the door to open it.
  • Page 9 ■ Inside of the front panel door ON SCREEN key PROGRAM keys FM and AM keys Displays the on-screen menu on the TV. Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.57). Switch between FM and AM (p.63). Menu operations keys SCENE keys PRESET keys Cursor keys Select a menu or a parameter.
  • Page 10: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) MUTE VOLUME ZONE ZONE ZONE SLEEP ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL ENHANCER PARTY R FPR STEREO TUNED HDMI Volume indicator Speaker indicators Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Indicates the current volume. Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output. Front speaker (L) VIRTUAL Front speaker (R)
  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Rear panel * The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections. PHONO jacks MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT RS-232C terminal For connecting to a turntable (p.30). component/composite video jacks This is a control expansion terminal for custom installation. Consult your dealer for details.
  • Page 12 * The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections. ANTENNA jacks SPEAKERS terminals For connecting to FM and AM antennas (p.33). For connecting to speakers (p.15). AUDIO 1–4 jacks PRE OUT jacks For connecting to audio playback devices and inputting For connecting to a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (p.18) or...
  • Page 13: 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.63). z (receiver power) key BAND Switches between FM and AM radio. Turns on/off (standby) the unit. PRESET Select a preset station.
  • Page 14: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Connecting speakers (p.15) Basic speaker configuration (p.16) Select the speaker layout and connect the speakers to the unit. Advanced speaker configuration (p.20) Apply bi-amp connections, channel expansion (using an external power amplifier) or multi-zone configurations to enhance the system. Connecting a TV (p.26) Connect a TV to the unit.
  • Page 15: Connecting Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting speakers The unit has 7 built-in amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 9 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.20). Caution •...
  • Page 16: Basic Speaker Configuration

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ 5.1-channel system ❑ Front 5.1-channel system (using front presence speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 3-dimensional sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front 5.1-channel contents.
  • Page 18: Setting The Speaker Impedance

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ ■ 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 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ 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 20: Advanced Speaker Configuration

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Advanced speaker configuration In addition to the basic speaker configuration (p.16), 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...
  • Page 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ ❑ 5ch BI-AMP Available speaker configurations Main zone Bi-amp External Power Amp Assign Output Multi-zone Page power (p.108) channel Bi-amp amplifier (max) (required)  5ch BI-AMP Surround  5ch BI-AMP +SB back +1 (Zone2) 7ch +1ZONE...
  • Page 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ 5ch BI-AMP +SB ❑ 7ch +1ZONE Bi-amp Zone2 Main zone via external amp Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP (bi-amp connection) FRONT CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SUR.BACK (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier SURROUND BACK...
  • Page 23: Connecting Zone2 Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ ■ Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connections Connecting Zone2 speakers When using front speakers that support bi-amp connections, connect them to the When using Zone2 speakers, connect them to the EXTRA SP terminals. FRONT terminals and EXTRA SP terminals.
  • Page 24: Connecting An External Power Amplifier

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ 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 25: 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 26: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a TV Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. About Audio Return Channel (ARC) You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. •...
  • Page 27 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ COMPONENT VIDEO connection (with a component video cable) ❑ VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) MONITOR OUT MONITOR OUT (VIDEO) jack The unit (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks (rear) The unit (rear) MONITOR OUT/...
  • Page 28: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ Connecting another TV or a projector Connecting playback devices 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 The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow videos with the remote control (p.54).
  • Page 29: Component Video Connection

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ ■ 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 30: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) PHONO jacks PHONO Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and a turntable to the unit. Audio output (PHONO) Depending on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections.
  • Page 31: Connecting To The Jacks On The Front Panel

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ MHL connection Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Connect an MHL-compatible mobile device (such as smartphones) to the unit with an Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit. MHL cable.
  • Page 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Composite video/analog stereo connection Connect a playback device (such as game consoles and camcorders) to the unit with a video pin cable and a stereo pin cable. The unit (front) Game console Camcorder If you select “V-AUX”...
  • Page 33: Connecting The Fm/Am Antennas

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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. •...
  • Page 34: Connecting A Network Cable Or The Wireless Antenna

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a network cable or the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or connect the Connecting the wireless antenna supplied wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Connect the supplied wireless antenna to the unit for establishing a wireless network Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit.
  • Page 35: Connecting Other Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting other devices Connecting recording devices Connecting a device with analog multi-channel output You can connect video/audio recording devices to the AV OUT jacks. These jacks You can connect an analog multi-channel output device such as a DVD player and an output video/audio signals selected as the input.
  • Page 36: Connecting A Device Compatible With The Trigger Function

    The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the After all the connections are complete, connect the supplied power cable to the unit unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that and then to an AC wall outlet.
  • Page 37: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Selecting an on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language from English To confirm the setting, press ENTER. (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.
  • Page 38: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function According to your speaker configuration, configure detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the the “Power Amp Assign”...
  • Page 39 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 The following screen appears on the TV. • If you perform the multi measure, the speaker settings will be optimized for you to enjoy surround sound in a wider space. •...
  • Page 40: Measuring At One Listening Position (Single Measure)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Measuring at one listening position To save the measurement results, use the cursor (single measure) keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “No”, follow the procedure below for measurement.
  • Page 41: Measuring At Multiple Listening Positions (Multi Measure)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Measuring at multiple listening positions Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit. (multi measure) This completes optimization of the speaker settings. When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for measurement.
  • Page 42 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 When the measurements at the positions you want Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES” or “NO” to measure are completed, use the cursor keys to to enable/disable YPAO Volume and press ENTER. select “CANCEL”...
  • Page 43: Checking The Measurement Results

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Checking the measurement results Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments You can check the YPAO measurement results. When the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable, follow the procedure below to discard the manual settings After the measurement, use the cursor keys to and reload the previous YPAO adjustments.
  • Page 44: 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 45: Warning Messages

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 46: Connecting To A Network Device Wirelessly

    (such as iPhone) The unit • For details on “AV CONTROLLER”, visit the Yamaha website. For details on connection, see “Connecting the unit to a wireless network” (p.47). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.34) or Wireless Direct (p.52).
  • Page 47: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Network”. Select a connection method according to your environment.
  • Page 48 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ B: Using the WPS push button Connect the iOS device to the USB jack, and disable configuration the screen lock on the iOS device. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the The unit (front) WPS button.
  • Page 49 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ■ C: Using other connection methods Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push desired connection method and select “NEXT”. button configuration method, follow the procedure below to configure the wireless network settings.
  • Page 50 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Searching for an access point ❑ Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the unit starts searching for access points.
  • Page 51 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ❑ Using the PIN code Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of security key and select “NEXT”. available access points appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 52: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check directly (Wireless Direct) “Wireless Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit directly.
  • Page 53 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 54: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Input selection keys Selecting an HDMI output jack Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. HDMI OUT Press HDMI OUT to select an HDMI OUT jack. Use the input selection keys to select an input MUTE Each time you press the key, the HDMI OUT jack to be source.
  • Page 55: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound program, HDMI output and various settings with just one touch. You can use up to 12 scenes to register your favorite settings and switch them depending on a playback source. Press SCENE.
  • Page 56: Configuring Scene Assignments

    Configuring scene assignments Selecting setting items to be included as scene assignments Set the unit to the condition (such as input source In addition to the default scene assignments (Input, HDMI Output and sound program) that you want to assign to a and Mode), you can also include the following setting items as the scene.
  • Page 57: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and On-screen sound program/surround decoder selection surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo a Press ON SCREEN.
  • Page 58: Enjoying Stereoscopic Sound Fields (Cinema Dsp 3D)

    TV programs, and games. ❑ MOVIE THEATER The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP 3D). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual This program creates a sound field that emphasizes the surround feeling...
  • Page 59 ■ ❑ 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 60 If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 7ch Stereo) when no surround speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to reproduce up to 7-channel surround sound and enable you to enjoy the well-oriented sound field only with the front-side speakers.
  • Page 61: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    ■ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder) You can play back input sources without any sound field effect The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel processing. playback from 2-channel sources. When a multichannel source is input, it works the same way as the straight decode mode. ■...
  • Page 62: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct) Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) When the Pure Direct mode is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry in order to reduce the electrical noise from other circuitry (such as the front display). It allows you to enjoy Hi-Fi sound quality.
  • Page 63: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

    Listening to FM/AM radio You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or Selecting a frequency for reception selecting from registered radio stations. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input • The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is source.
  • Page 64: Registering Favorite Radio Stations (Presets)

    ■ Registering favorite radio stations (presets) Selecting a preset station Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting their Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...
  • Page 65: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    Operating the radio on the TV Menu Submenu Function Tuning (+/-) Selects a frequency. You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the Auto (+/-) Selects a radio station automatically. Manual Tuning Registers the selected station as Memory Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...
  • Page 66 ■ Browse screen Preset station list Displays the list of preset stations. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a preset station and press ENTER to tune into it. Preset number Operation menu Press the cursor keys (r) and then use the cursor keys (q/w) to select Menu operation keys an item.
  • Page 67: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable Playback of iPod content supplied with the iPod. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start playback. • For details on playable iPod devices, see “Supported devices and file formats” You can control the iPod with the menu displayed on the TV screen.
  • Page 68 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen Status indicators Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.69) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.69) and playback status (such as play/pause). (such as play/pause). Playback information List name Displays the artist name, album name, song title, and elapsed/remaining Contents list time.
  • Page 69 ■ ■ Operating the iPod itself or remote control Shuffle/repeat settings (simple play) You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. • During simple play, configure the shuffle/repeat settings directly on your iPod or The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are press MODE to display the TV menu screen and then follow the procedure below.
  • Page 70: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. • Stop playback of the USB storage device before disconnect it from the USB jack. The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or •...
  • Page 71 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed. Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.72) and playback status (such as play/pause). List name Contents list •...
  • Page 72 ■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents. When “USB” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or “Repeat” (Repeat) and press ENTER. Status indicators •...
  • Page 73: 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.34). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...
  • Page 74: Playback Of Pc Music Contents

    Playback of PC music contents 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 screen is displayed. You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV screen.
  • Page 75 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen Status indicators Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.76) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.76) and playback status (such as play/pause). (such as play/pause). Playback information List name Displays the artist name, album name, song title, and elapsed time. Contents list Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select scrollable information.
  • Page 76 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content. When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press OPTION. Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or “Repeat” (Repeat) and press ENTER. •...
  • Page 77: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.34). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly input source.
  • Page 78 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen Playback indicator Playback indicator Playback information List name Displays the station name, album name, song title, and elapsed time. Contents list Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select scrollable information. Displays the list of Internet radio content. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to Operation menu select an item and press ENTER to confirm the selection.
  • Page 79: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) 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 browse screen. (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID. ■...
  • Page 80: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents 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 screen on the iPod.
  • Page 81 Menu Submenu Function • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by Resumes playback from pause. setting “Network Standby” (p.116) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. Stops playback temporarily. • You can edit the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on Play Control iTunes/iPod in “Network Name”...
  • Page 82: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    • Since there are many possible ways to use the unit in a multi-zone configuration, we recommend that (ZONE OUT) you consult with your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center about the multi-zone connections that best meet your requirements.
  • Page 83: Preparing Zone2

    ❑ Enjoying videos/music using only a TV Preparing Zone2 Connect the device that will be used in Zone2 to the unit. Caution • Remove the unit’s power cable from the AC wall outlet before connecting speakers or an external Video/audio amplifier.
  • Page 84 ■ ❑ Using an external amplifier Connecting a video monitor to play back analog videos Connect the external amplifier (with volume control) placed in Zone2 to the unit with a Connect a video monitor to watch analog videos at Zone2. Depending on the video stereo pin cable and connect speakers to the external amplifier.
  • Page 85 ■ Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back • Videos/audio interruptions may happen in another zone when any of the following operations is videos/audio performed. – Tuning on/off a TV connected to the unit via HDMI or switching the TV input Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at –...
  • Page 86 Operating the unit from Zone2 (remote connection) Remote connections between Yamaha products An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that You can operate the unit or external devices from Zone2 using the remote control support remote connections, as the unit does.
  • Page 87: Controlling Zone2

    Controlling Zone2 Start playback on the external device or select a radio station. Set MAIN/ZONE2 to “ZONE2”. Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. Input selection keys For details on the following operations, see the Press z (receiver power). corresponding pages.
  • Page 88 ■ ■ Other operations for Zone2 Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) The following functions are also available when Zone2 is enabled. The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music Adjusting the volume that is being played back in the main zone.
  • Page 89: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    • By using the application for smartphone/tablet “AV CONTROLLER”, you can control the unit from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the Yamaha website for details. • To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router.
  • Page 90 ■ ■ Top menu screen Control screen CONTROL PLAY INFO Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. STATUS TOP MENU Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. Moves to the top menu screen.
  • Page 91 ■ Settings screen 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 92: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status Switching information on the front display Viewing the status information on the TV Press INFO. Press DISPLAY. Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes. The following information is displayed on the TV. DOCK Info Compressed Music Enhancer status PRE AMP PARTY...
  • Page 93: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This Option menu items menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Press OPTION.
  • Page 94 ■ YPAO Volume (YPAO Volume) Item Function Page Enables/disables YPAO Volume or Adaptive DRC. Shuffle Configures the shuffle setting for the iPod (p.69), — (Shuffle) USB storage device (p.72), or media server (p.76). YPAO Volume (YPAO Vol.) Repeat Configures the repeat setting for the iPod (p.69), —...
  • Page 95 ■ ■ 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 96 ■ Video Processing (Video Process.) Video Out (V.Out) Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings Selects a video to be output with the audio input source. configured in “Processing” (p.113) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Settings Off (Off) Does not output video.
  • Page 97: 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 98 ■ ■ Rename/Icon Select Decoder Mode Changes the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Sets the format of digital audio playback to “DTS”. For example, if the unit does not detect DTS audio and outputs noise, set “Decoder Input sources Mode”...
  • Page 99: Configuring The Scene Function (Scene Menu)

    Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.55) using the TV screen. Press ON SCREEN. Use the cursor keys to select “Scene” and press ENTER. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to change the setting.
  • Page 100 ■ 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 101: Configuring Sound Programs/Surround Decoders (Sound Program Menu)

    ■ Rename/Icon Select Configuring sound programs/surround Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. decoders (Sound Program menu) ■ Setup procedure You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w).
  • Page 102: Sound Program Menu Items

    Sound Program menu items Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. • Available items vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. • Default settings are underlined. ■ Settings for sound programs Item Function Settings bPro Logic*, bPLIIx Movie...
  • Page 103 The following items are available when you select “2ch Stereo” or “7ch Stereo”. Item Function Settings Adjusts the loss of the presence sound Sound program Item Function Settings Liveness field. 0 to 10 Selects whether to Adjusts the loss of the surround sound Higher to enhance the automatically bypass the Surround Liveness...
  • Page 104 ■ Settings for decoders The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND DECODER” to “bPLIIx Music” (bPLII Music) or “Neo:6 Music”. Decode Type Item Function Settings Off, On Select “On” to wrap front left/right Adjusts the broadening channel sounds around the field Panorama effect of the front sound...
  • Page 105: 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 106: 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. Selects a speaker system. Power Amp Assign Front Selects the size of the front speakers.
  • Page 107 Menu Item Function Page HDMI Control Enables/disables HDMI Control. You can also configure the relevant settings (such as ARC and TV audio input). HDMI Audio Output Selects a device to output audio. Standby Through Select whether to output videos/audio (input through HDMI jacks) to the TV when the unit is in standby mode. Network Connection Selects the network connection method.
  • Page 108: 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”. • Some speaker settings are not available depending on the selected “Power Amp Assign” setting. Pattern2 >...
  • Page 109 Front Surround Back Selects the size of the front speakers. Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Settings Settings Select this option for large speakers. Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Large Large x1 The front speakers will produce all of the front channel frequency The surround back speaker will produce all of the surround back...
  • Page 110 ■ Distance Subwoofer Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected and its phase. speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance Settings from “Meter”...
  • Page 111: Sound

    Sound • To restore the default settings for all speakers, select “PEQ Data Clear” and then “OK”. Configures the audio output settings. • To copy the parametric equalizer values acquired with “Auto Setup” (p.38) to the “Manual” fields for fine adjustment, select “PEQ Data Copy” and then an equalizer type. Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select a center frequency from the 7 preset bands and the cursor keys (q/w) to adjust the gain.
  • Page 112: Initial Volume

    ■ Initial Volume Adjustment Sets the initial volume when the receiver is turned on. Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when Settings “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Auto”. Sets the level to the volume level of the unit when it last entered standby mode.
  • Page 113: Video

    ■ Extended Surround Video Selects how to play back 5.1- to 7.1-channel sources when surround back speakers Configures the video output settings. are used. Settings Automatically selects the most suitable decoder if signals that contain surround back channel signals are input, and reproduces the signals Auto in 6.1- or 7.1-channel.
  • Page 114: Hdmi

    HDMI Aspect Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to Configures the HDMI settings. “Processing”. Settings Through Does not convert the aspect ratio. Outputs 4:3 video signals to a 16:9 TV with black bands on either side 16:9 Normal of the screen.
  • Page 115: Standby Through

    HDMI OUT1, HDMI OUT2 Enables/disables ARC (p.146) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT 1 jack or HDMI OUT 2 jack. Settings Settings Disables ARC. Disables the audio output from the TV. Enables ARC.
  • Page 116: Network

    Network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a parameter type and press ENTER. Configures the network settings. IP Address Specifies an IP address. Subnet Mask Specifies a subnet mask. Default Gateway Specifies the IP address of the default gateway. DNS Server (P) Specifies the IP address of the primary DNS server.
  • Page 117: Network Name

    MAC Address 1–10 • To restore the default setting, select “RESET”. Specifies the MAC addresses (up to 10) of the network devices that will be permitted access to the unit when “Filter” is set to “On”. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. ■...
  • Page 118: Multi Zone

    Multi Zone To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Configures the multi zone settings. ■ Zone2 Set Configures the Zone2 settings. Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 output. If you have connected an external amplifier with volume control to the unit, disable volume adjustments for Zone2.
  • Page 119: Monitor Out Assign

    ■ Monitor Out Assign Mono Select the zone for which the MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO and Switches between stereo and monaural for Zone2 output. VIDEO) jacks are used. Settings Settings Produces stereo sounds in Zone2. Main, Zone2 Produces monaural sounds in Zone2. •...
  • Page 120: Function

    Function To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. • You cannot assign both COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to the same input source. ■ Display Set Configures the settings related to the front display and TV screen display. Dimmer (Front Display) Adjusts the brightness of the front display.
  • Page 121 “Trigger Mode” is set to “Source”. Power Mode Choices AV 1–7, V-AUX, AUDIO 1–4, PHONO, TUNER, (network sources), USB, MULTI CH Selects how to supply power to the Yamaha AV accessory connected to the DC OUT jack. Settings Settings Stops the electronic signal transmission when you switch to the input source specified in this option.
  • Page 122: 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 123: Language

    ■ ECO Mode Viewing information about the unit Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. (Information menu) When the eco mode is enabled, you can reduce the unit’s power consumption. Settings You can view information about the unit using the TV screen. Disables the eco mode.
  • Page 124: Types Of Information

    ■ Types of information Network Displays the network information on the unit. ■ (When using wired or wireless [Wi-Fi] network connection) Audio Signal Displays information about the current audio signal. IP Address IP address Subnet Mask Subnet mask Format Audio format of the input signal Default Gateway The IP address of the default gateway The number of source channels in the input signal...
  • Page 125: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    ■ System Configuring the system settings Displays the system information on the unit. (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting (p.126) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.127) Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the unit (p.126) Set the unit to standby mode.
  • Page 126: Advanced Setup Menu Items

    Changing the speaker impedance setting (SPEAKER IMP.) Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.
  • Page 127: Switching The Video Signal Type (Tv Format)

    Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT) Backing up/recovering the settings (RECOV./BACKUP) SP IMP. - TV FORMAT SP IMP. - RECOV./BACKUP DOCK DOCK STEREO TUNED PRE AMP PARTY MUTE VOLUME STEREO TUNED PRE AMP PARTY MUTE VOLUME ZONE ZONE ZONE ADAPTIVE ZONE ZONE...
  • Page 128: Updating The Firmware (Firm Update)

    SLEEP 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 is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network. For details, refer to the information supplied with updates.
  • Page 129: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    “System” screen (p.125). You can update the update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.128). unit’s firmware by pressing ENTER in the “System” screen. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. Cursor keys ENTER •...
  • Page 130: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.118). 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.126).
  • Page 131: 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 132 Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.5). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit. strong lighting.
  • Page 133: 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 134: Video

    Problem Cause Remedy Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the TV audio is output from the The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. speakers connected to the unit. A TV that does not support ARC is connected to the unit only with Use a digital optical cable to make an audio connection (p.26).
  • Page 135: Fm/Am Radio

    Problem Cause Remedy (If you are using 2 TVs in the main zone) Select “HDMI OUT 1” or “HDMI OUT 2” to output the signals only to the TV you Another TV is turned off when “HDMI OUT 1+2” is selected. are using (p.54).
  • Page 136: 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 137 Problem Cause Remedy There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the service may have The selected Internet radio station is currently not available. been stopped. Try the station later or select another station. The selected Internet radio station is currently broadcasting Some Internet radio stations broadcast silence at certain of times of the day.
  • Page 138: 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. An overcurrent is flowing through the MHL-compatible mobile MHL Overloaded Turn off the unit and check the connection between the unit and mobile device.
  • Page 139: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS Express DTS Express is a compressed digital audio format that supports 5.1-channel audio and allows a higher compression rate than the DTS Digital Surround format developed by DTS, Inc. This technology is developed for audio streaming services on the Internet and secondary audio on BD (Blu-ray discs). ■...
  • Page 140: Hdmi And Video Information

    Sampling frequency/Quantization bit HDMI and video information Sampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an analog audio signal is digitized. These values are noted as in the following example: “48 kHz/24-bit”. Component video signal • Sampling frequency With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and Sampling frequency (the number of times the signal is sampled per second) is called the sampling rate.
  • Page 141: Network Information

    Internet wirelessly using radio waves. Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own connections with network cables by using wireless connection. Only products that complete Wi-Fi Alliance home.
  • Page 142: Supported Devices And File Formats

    Supported devices and file formats About HTC Connect This receiver features “HTC Connect”, a simple way to enjoy all music content from your HTC Connect certified smartphone. ■ Supported devices 1. HTC Connect music streaming provided on this product has been developed based on interoperability testing as defined by the HTC Connect program with the HTC Connect ❑...
  • Page 143: 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.113) in the “Setup” menu. •...
  • Page 144: Multi-Zone Output

    Multi-zone output Information on HDMI ■ Audio output HDMI Control Using the unit’s Using an external amplifier (p.84) internal amplifier (p.23) HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that Zone2 Out supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as HDMI OUT 2 EXTRA SP jacks ZONE OUT jacks...
  • Page 145 d Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. (Example) HDMI Control HDMI Control Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback device Press SCENE (BD/DVD) To use HDMI Control, you need to perform the following HDMI Control link setup after connecting the TV and playback devices.
  • Page 146: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    Audio Return Channel (ARC) HDMI signal compatibility ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video Audio signals signal to the TV. Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) Check the following after the HDMI Control settings. 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio...
  • Page 147: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    Reference diagram (rear panel) • The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections. APPENDIX ➤ Reference diagram (rear panel)
  • Page 148: Trademarks

    “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically “SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
  • Page 149: Specifications

    Specifications Input jacks • Video • Audio Format MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT - Dolby TrueHD • Analog Audio - Composite x 1 - Dolby Digital Plus Audio x 10 (AV 1–4, AUDIO 1–4, PHONO, V-AUX) - Component x 1 - Dolby Digital MULTI CH INPUT x 1 (8 ch) AV OUT - DTS-HD Master Audio...
  • Page 150 Audio Section • Output Level / Output Impedance AV OUT ............. 200 mV/1.2 k • Capable of iPod, Mass Storage Class USB Memory • Rated Output Power (2-channel driven) HEADPHONE OUT..........150 mV/100  (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 8 ) •...
  • Page 151 • Tone Control Characteristics • 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) Main Zone Mono ..............3 µV (20.8 dBf) Bass Boost/Cut ......±6.0 dB/50 Hz (0.5 dB Step) • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF) Bass Turnover............. 350 Hz Mono/Stereo ............71 dB/70 dB Treble Boost/Cut .....
  • Page 152: Index

    Index Symbols ARC (Audio Return Channel) CINEMA DSP ARC (HDMI Control, Setup menu) CINEMA DSP 3D Exclamation mark (!) Aspect (Video Mode, Setup menu) CINEMA DSP 3D Mode (Sound, Setup menu) Lock icon (o) Audio Decoder (front display information) CLASSICAL (sound program subcategory) Numerics Audio file format (PC/NAS) Clear Preset (FM/AM radio)
  • Page 153 DMC (Digital Media Controller) Format (Audio Signal, Information menu) INITIALIZE (ADVANCED SETUP menu) DMC Control (Input menu) Frequency (FM/AM radio) Input (Audio Signal, Information menu) DNS Server (IP Address, Setup menu) Front (Speaker, Setup menu) Input Assignment (Function, Setup menu) DNS Server (Network, Information menu) Front / Rear Balance (Sound Program menu) Input jack assignment...
  • Page 154 Manual station preset (FM/AM radio) No F.PRNS SP (YPAO error message) Remote ID (System, Information menu) Max Volume (Sound, Setup menu) No Front SP (YPAO error message) Remote Off (error indication) Max Volume (Zone2 Set, Setup menu) No MIC (YPAO error message) REMOTE SENSOR (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Measurement result (YPAO) No Signal (YPAO error message)
  • Page 155 TV Audio Input (HDMI Control, Setup menu) Standard (sound program) TV FORMAT (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Standby Sync (HDMI Control, Setup menu) TV Format (System, Information menu) Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer Standby Through (HDMI, Setup menu) (YPAO) Station preset (FM/AM radio) YPAO...
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