Functions that require a network connection are indicated with the icon. Listening to music via AirPlay ......................26 Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha product. Useful features ................27 Before using the unit, be sure to read this document and the supplied “Safety Brochure”...
Introduction Confirm package contents and important information about this manual. Accessories About this document • This document provides detailed instructions on operating all of the unit’s functions. • Instructions concentrate on use of the remote control to operate the unit. •...
Using the unit • This unit is a desktop audio system that can play audio from an incredibly wide range of input sources, including CDs, Bluetooth devices, and radio stations. This unit can also be used with a home network or audio system to play audio from a media server (computer or NAS), Internet radio, or AirPlay devices on the same network. •...
Part names The unit z Turn the unit on and off , and are touch sensors. Tap icons with your finger to Service jack control functions. (standby)/CONNECT ( p. 9, 11). Use when the unit requires maintenance. y Switch the input source. USB jack ( p.
Part names Display Mute indicator The indicator is displayed while muted. Shuffle and repeat indicators ( p. 27) Current time Alarm indicators ( p. 31) Child lock indicator ( p. 34) Sleep indicator ( p. 33) Multi display Displays a variety of information, including that for a song as it plays, radio frequency, etc.
Part names Remote control Transmit infrared (IR) signals ( p. 9). Remove the battery insulating strip before = Eject a disc ( p. 12). attempting to use the remote control. Input source buttons ( p. 12) Switch the input source. SCENE function ( p.
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Part names Replacing the remote control battery Press the release tab firmly to the right and hold it there while slowly sliding the battery holder out. Battery holder Release tab Replace the old battery with a new one. CR2025 Lithium battery Note Replace the old battery with a new one when the remote control’s range becomes very short.
Preparation Turn on the unit Reducing power consumption Auto power standby (default: disable) Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The unit will automatically enter auto power standby mode in any of the following situations: • CD, BLUETOOTH, or USB is selected as the input source, but no audio is played and no operations are performed for more than 20 minutes.
Preparation Set the unit’s clock When the MusicCast CONTROLLER app is used to connect the unit to a network, the unit’s clock can be set automatically. If you will utilize this feature, skip the procedure described below. Press OPTION. The option menu is displayed. Use e/r to select and press ENTER.
− Using iPhone settings to connect to a network wirelessly ( p. 45) After connecting to a network using one of the methods described above, Yamaha recommends downloading and installing the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to your mobile device for simple operation of the unit.
Play from an input source Listening to an audio CD Note Press CD. • This unit supports playback of audio and data CDs to which MP3 and or WMA files have been recorded. Insert a CD into the disc slot. •...
Play from an input source Listening to music via Bluetooth® Press $. The unit can be used to play music from a Bluetooth device, such as a mobile device or digital music player. In addition, The unit’s input source is switched to Bluetooth. Bluetooth wireless headphones or speakers can be used to listen to audio played via the unit.
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Play from an input source in the playback screen. Using Bluetooth speakers/headphones to listen to audio (transmitting) Bluetooth speakers or headphones can be used to listen to audio played via the unit. This function can only be controlled using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. Bluetooth speakers or headphones Tap Bluetooth Transmission in the Sound Settings screen.
Play from an input source Listening to DAB stations (Australia, U.K., and Europe models only) Note Initial scan • Initial scan can also be performed from the option settings. 1 Press OPTION when DAB is selected as the input source. Press RADIO repeatedly to select DAB.
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Play from an input source Presetting DAB stations Deleting a preset DAB station Use the preset function to store your favorite 40 DAB stations. Press OPTION when DAB is selected as the input source. Tune in to a DAB station ( p.
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Play from an input source Note Confirming the reception When the DAB signal is weak in Tuning Aid, try adjusting the position of the antenna to obtain good reception. You can confirm the DAB signal level. This is useful when setting up the antenna.
Play from an input source Listening to FM radio stations Extend the antenna and position it for good FM reception. Tuning in to a station Presetting stations RADIO Auto preset Press RADIO. The unit tunes in stations with good reception and presets them automatically.
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Play from an input source Manual preset Selecting a preset station Tune in to a station ( p. 18). Press RADIO. Press and hold ENTER. Press e/r to select a preset station. The manual preset display is shown. RADIO Deleting a preset station P01 87.50MHz Press RADIO.
Play from an input source Listening to music on USB flash drives Press USB. SHUFFLE/ p. 27 REPEAT Connect a USB flash drive to the USB jack. Move to the top layer of the folder HOME hierarchy. Information about content being played is DISPLAY displayed.
Play from an input source Listening to music from an external device Music played on an external device connected to the AUX jack on the unit’s rear panel can be heard through this unit. See documentation supplied with the external device for more information. Unplug the power cord from the electrical Play the external device connected to the outlet, and connect the external device to...
Play from an input source Listening to music stored on the mobile device The unit can be used to play music files stored on the mobile device to which the MusicCast CONTROLLER app has been installed. Note The types (formats) of audio files that can be played vary by mobile device. See documentation provided with your mobile device for information on the supported file formats.
Play from an input source Listening to Internet radio Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to listen to Internet radio. The remote control can also be used to control Internet radio listening. Select this unit (specified room). Press NET repeatedly to select NET RADIO.
Play from an input source Listening to streaming services This unit can be used to listen to content delivered by streaming services. The services available vary depending upon the unit and/or region. You can only listen to services that both have a local service area and are supported by the unit. Streaming services supported by the unit are displayed in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen.
Play from an input source Listening to music stored on a media server (computer or NAS) Music files stored on a media server (computer or network attached storage (NAS) device) on the same network as the unit can be played. Note •...
Play from an input source Listening to music via AirPlay Music files in iTunes, or stored on an iPhone, can be played using the AirPlay function. Note • Connect the unit, computer (or NAS), and iPhone to the same wireless LAN router (access point).
Useful features Features such as shuffle and repeat playback, display of song information, and a SCENE function make this unit even more convenient and enjoyable to use. Shuffle/repeat playback Press SHUFFLE or REPEAT during playback. The indicators will change each time SHUFFLE or REPEAT is pressed, and songs will play as follows. Shuffle playback Repeat playback SHUFFLE...
Useful features Playback information While content from input sources below is being played, information such as playing time can be shown in the display. Press DISPLAY during playback. Data CD, USB, SERVER (music files stored on a computer or NAS), or NET RADIO (Internet radio) The display switches each time DISPLAY is pressed.
Useful features Adjusting sound quality Adjust audio parameters as needed to suit individual preferences. Use q/w to change the level. Use e/r to select Adjusting tones another tone. Press ENTER to save settings. Default: 0 Adjust the level at which low, middle, and high tones are Adjustable level: -10 to +10 output.
Useful features Registering favorites with SCENE Favorite songs and radio stations can be assigned to the SCENE (1 to 5) buttons. Once registered, favorites can easily be selected for listening. Registering favorites Listening to favorites Press and hold one of the SCENE buttons while Press the SCENE button to which a favorite song the input source to be registered is playing.
Useful features Alarm (IntelliAlarm) Five alarm options—music, beeps, combination of music and beeps—are available. A CD, USB flash drive, radio station, or network content can be selected as the source of music used for the alarm (alarm source). Alarm type Alarm sources (CD, USB flash drive, radio station, and network content) Music begins playing at the specified time.
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Useful features Setting the alarm Turning on and off the alarm Press ALARM. Press ALARM. The alarm setup display in the option settings is shown. The alarm display in the option settings is shown. Note Use q/w to select the alarm number and Press OPTION to close the alarm display while setting the alarm.
Useful features Using the sleep timer Stop the alarm Stop the alarm temporarily The unit automatically enters standby mode when the specified time has elapsed. The time can be selected from 30, Press SNOOZE/SLEEP while the alarm is sounding to stop the 60, 90, or 120 minutes, or the sleep timer can be disabled alarm.
Useful features Child lock function Use q/w to select ON and then press The child lock function disables operations from the controls on the unit to prevent unintended or accidental operation. ENTER. This function is disabled by default. When the child lock function is enabled, only the following functions can be Press OPTION to exit the settings display.
Useful features Charging a mobile device (Qi) A mobile device with the Qi icon can be charged with this unit. For more information Charging status can be confirmed using the Qi charging indicator. regarding the Qi charging function, see documentation provided with your mobile device.
Useful features Adjusting display brightness (dimmer) Use q/w/e/r to select an option and/or Display brightness can be adjusted automatically or manually. level. Automatic Bright level options The unit automatically selects brightness The following display is shown when Automatic is 6 to 10 (default: 8) for bright and dark levels in accordance selected.
Useful features Option settings Various settings can be configured using the option menu. See “Option menu list” on the next page for available options. Press OPTION. Use e/r to select a menu group, and press ENTER. Use q/w/e/r to select a setting, and press ENTER.
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Useful features Option menu list Group Setting Clock setting ( p. 10) Alarm list ( p. 31) CLOCK EQ setting ( p. 29) Sound mode ( p. 29) SOUND Child lock ( p. 34) Dimmer ( p. 36) Language setting Select a display language.
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Useful features Group Setting NW Route & Condition Display NETWORK connection status. Wireless (Wi-Fi) SSID Display the SSID. IP Address Display the IP address. Subnet Mask Display the subnet mask. Default Gateway Display the default gateway. Preferred DNS Server Display the primary DNS server. Network information Alternate DNS Server Display the secondary DNS server.
(MusicCast Link). Enjoy listening to music from your smartphone, Internet radio, or streaming services anywhere in your home with simple operation. Visit the Yamaha website for details regarding MusicCast and MusicCast-enabled TSX-N237 devices.
New firmware will be provided as features are added and issues are resolved. When new firmware is released, a notice is displayed in the MusicCast CONTROLLER Visit the Yamaha website for details regarding the unit’s firmware. The firmware can be app or on the unit.
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If the unit is not connected to the Internet, or Internet speed is Press OPTION. slow, use a USB flash drive to update the firmware. Visit the Yamaha website for information on downloading and Use e/r to select updating the firmware.
Connecting to a network manually Wired network connection For a wired network connection, connect a standard shielded twisted pair (STP) network cable (straight, category 5 or higher; sold separately) to the NETWORK jack on the rear panel. Note Press OPTION. •...
Connecting to a network manually Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) to connect to a network wirelessly A wireless LAN router (access point) equipped with a WPS button is required. Press OPTION. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard established by the Wi-Fi Alliance to allow for easy establishment of a wireless network.
Connecting to a network manually Using iPhone settings to connect to a network wirelessly While the + indicator is flashing, open the iOS device’s Wi-Fi When the unit is turned on for the first time after purchase or after initializing the unit, the + indicator on the unit flashes, and the unit will automatically begin searching for settings, and then specify this unit as the AirPlay speaker.
Refer to the table below if the unit fails to function properly. If the problem is not listed, or if the symptoms persist after following the instructions provided, turn off the unit, disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet, and contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution If the power cord has been disconnected from the electrical outlet The unit’s clock is reset. Power has not been supplied to the unit for more than one week. for more than one week, the clock may be reset. Set the clock again ( p.
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Troubleshooting Network Problem Cause Solution The mobile device is not connected to the wireless LAN router Connect the mobile device to the wireless LAN router, and then Cannot configure connection using the (access point). use MusicCast CONTROLLER to configure connection settings. MusicCast CONTROLLER app.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The radio station may be experiencing problems with their network, may not be broadcasting, or their services may have The selected Internet radio station is currently offline. been terminated. Try to play the station later or select another station.
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Troubleshooting Bluetooth Problem Cause Solution Terminate the current Bluetooth connection, and then connect to The unit is already connected to another Bluetooth device. the new device. The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart. Move the Bluetooth device closer to the unit. A device that operates in the 2.4 GHz-band (microwave oven, Move the unit and Bluetooth device farther away from the device.
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Troubleshooting Disc Problem Cause Solution Playback does not start after a disc is inserted. The unit does not support the disc inserted. Use a disc that is supported by the unit ( p. 55). Some functions are not available. The disc may be dirty. Wipe the disc clean ( p.
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Troubleshooting USB flash drive Problem Cause Solution Turn off the unit, reconnect the USB flash drive, and turn the unit The USB flash drive is not connected to the USB jack securely. on again ( p. 20). The unit does not detect the USB flash drive. A USB flash drive in a format other than FAT16/32 format is used.
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Troubleshooting FM reception Problem Cause Solution The radio station you selected may be far from your area, or the Change the height or direction of the antenna, or change the FM stereo reception is noisy. antenna input is poor. position of the unit. Change the height or direction of the antenna, or change the The radio station you selected may be far from your area, or the position of the unit.
Messages in the display Message Description Solution The disc inserted in the unit may not be supported. Use the disc supported by the unit ( p. 55). No Disc The disc may be dirty, or foreign matter may be attached to it. Wipe the disc clean.
• Do not insert any object other than a disc into the unit. Yamaha and suppliers do not accept any liability for the loss of data saved on a USB • Do not insert more than one disc into the unit at one time. This could cause damage flash drive connected to the unit.
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File format Sampling Number Support for Sampling Quantization Number of Quantization Bitrate Format Bitrate (kbps) Format frequency gapless frequency (kHz) bits (bit) channels bits (bit) (kbps) (kHz) channels playback 32/44.1/48 8-320 32/44.1/48/ 32/44.1/48 8-320 88.2/96/176.4/ 16/24/32 32/44.1/48 8 to 320 32/44.1/48 8 to 320 MPEG-4 AAC...
The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. Maximum communication range 10 m (33 ft) (without interference) To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual Bluetooth output Class 1 file.
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