Yamaha YAS-109BL Owner's Manual

Yamaha YAS-109BL Owner's Manual

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• Read the supplied booklet "Safety Brochure" before using the unit.

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  • Page 1 Front Surround System Owner’s Manual • Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 6 Connecting to a network........  19 INTRODUCTION  4 Network functions.................... 19 Wired network connections................. 19 BEFORE USING THE UNIT  6 Wireless network connections................ 20 Connecting to a network with the Sound Bar Controller app...... 20 Features............. 6 PLAYBACK  22 Accessories............ 9 Using the remote control........ 9 Basic operations..
  • Page 3 Playing audio content using the Sound Bar When any problem occurs (Network trouble).. 50 Controller app...........  33 Specifications............ 52 Streaming services.................... 33 Specifications....................... 52 Playing audio content on your mobile device...........  33 Supported HDMI audio and video formats..
  • Page 4: Introduction

    App Store parties may be changed, suspended, or ended without notice. Please be App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. aware that Yamaha Corporation does not bear any responsibility for these services. Trademarks The terms HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 5 – WARNING The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by This content indicates “risk of serious injury or death.” Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. – CAUTION This content indicates “risk of injury.”...
  • Page 6: Before Using The Unit

    BD/ DVD player can be played With Alexa built-in, you can with 3D surround sound/ operate this unit, access surround sound. your music playlists. Alexa may not be available in your region. View the Yamaha product website for details.
  • Page 7 Easy operation using the smartphone app Listen to audio from Bluetooth devices and streaming services Streaming services Bluetooth devices Sound Bar Controller Install the Sound Bar Controller app on either a smartphone Enjoy listening to audio or tablet. Various from Bluetooth devices features and settings and streaming services* can be easily accessed...
  • Page 8 3D surround playback Bass Extension This unit supports virtual 3D surround sound technology called “DTS The bass extension feature boosts bass levels for more impactful sound. Virtual:X”. Surround sound can be heard not only from horizontal For details, see the following: directions, but also from varying heights when this unit’s 3D surround •...
  • Page 9: Accessories

    Accessories Using the remote control Checking the accessories Preparing the remote control Make sure you have received all of the following accessories. Remove the battery insulating strip before attempting to use the remote control. The unit (YAS-109) Power cord Remote control Optical digital audio cable A CR2025 Lithium battery...
  • Page 10 Press and hold ▽ on the rear cover of the remote control, slide the cover Replacing the battery in the remote out in the direction indicated [1], and replace the old battery with a new control one [2]. Slide the rear cover back into place in the direction indicated [3].
  • Page 11: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Part names and functions of the front/top panel The part names and functions of the front and top panels are as follows. ) (Alexa) z (power) Indicators The indicators on the top panel flash or glow to Manually wake Alexa to enable a voice Turn on or off the unit.
  • Page 12 Microphones Used to interact with Alexa. n NOTICE • Do not use a vacuum cleaner or aerosol air duster on the microphones when cleaning the unit. Doing so may damage the microphones. n NOTE • b, c, d, are touch sensors. Touch icons with your finger to control functions.
  • Page 13 Part names and functions of the rear panel The part names and functions of the rear panel are as follows. Power connector UPDATE ONLY jack HDMI OUT (ARC) jack Connect the power cord (p.18). Use to update this unit’s firmware, if necessary. For connecting to an HDMI-compatible TV and The jack is located inside the cover.
  • Page 14 Part names and functions of the remote control The part names and functions of the supplied remote control are as follows. @ (Alexa) button | (mute) button Manually wake Alexa to enable a voice Mute the audio output (p.22). Press the button command (p.24).
  • Page 15: Preparation

    PREPARATION Installation Installing the unit n NOTICE • Do not stack the unit and any other device directly on each other. Doing so may cause a malfunction due to vibrations. Install the unit as shown in the following illustration. • Do not apply excessive force to the unit when moving it. Doing so may damage the speakers or the portion covered with fabric.
  • Page 16: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV Connecting a TV that supports Audio n What is Audio Return Channel (ARC)? In order for the unit to play audio from a TV, the TV must usually be connected to the Return Channel (ARC) unit via an audio cable as well as an HDMI cable. If, however, the TV supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), TV audio signals can be input to the unit via the HDMI cable that outputs video signals from the unit to the TV.
  • Page 17: Connecting A Tv That Does Not Support Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    Connecting a TV that does not support Connecting AV devices Audio Return Channel (ARC) HDMI connection with an AV device Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an optical digital audio cable (supplied). Connect an AV device such as a media streaming device to the unit with an HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 18: Connecting An External Subwoofer

    Connecting an external Connecting to power subwoofer Connecting to power Connecting an external subwoofer Once all connections have been made, connect the unit to power as shown in the following illustration. The unit has dual built-in subwoofers; however you can connect a subwoofer equipped with built-in amplifier when you want to enhance Power cord (supplied) low frequency sound.
  • Page 19: Connecting To A Network

    Wired network connections Connecting to a network To use a wired network connection, connect the unit to a router via an Network functions STP ethernet cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable). A network connection allows you to play various streaming services via Internet the unit, and to talk with Amazon Alexa to operate this unit, or to play Router...
  • Page 20: Wireless Network Connections

    Wireless network connections Connecting to a network with the Sound Bar Controller app Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) to use a network. See the following for instructions on connecting to a wireless router Install the Sound Bar Controller app on your mobile device to connect (access point).
  • Page 21 Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to complete the settings. The * indicator on the unit glows when the unit is connected to a wireless network. Glows (White) n NOTE When the unit is connected to a network for the first time after purchase, the unit’s firmware is updated to the latest firmware version.
  • Page 22: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic operations Basic procedure for playback Use the input buttons to directly select an input source to be played. Basic procedure for playing back music is as follows. HDMI: Sound from a device connected to the HDMI IN jack TV: TV audio BLUETOOTH: Sound from a Bluetooth device z (power)
  • Page 23 Press VOLUME (+/-) to adjust the volume. Adjust sound settings to suit individual preferences. The number of glowing indicators (other than the Alexa n NOTE indicator) increases or decreases as volume is raised or • For details on adjusting sound settings, see the following: lowered.
  • Page 24: Operating The Unit Using Voice Commands (Amazon Alexa)

    • Services supported by the unit may not be available in some regions in which the unit is sold. • See the product information page on the Yamaha website for the latest information. • A subscription may be required to listen to Amazon Music or Amazon Kindle on this unit.
  • Page 25 The Alexa indicator on this unit glows depending on the status of Alexa, discontinued, or be terminated without notice. Please note that Yamaha Corporation is in no way responsible for the continuation of this service, and will not be held liable as follows.
  • Page 26 Examples of Status of Alexa Alexa indicator activity The microphones are disabled. Glows red A system setting is changed. Glows orange An error occurred. Flashing red three times...
  • Page 27: Enjoying Your Favorite Sound

    Enjoying your favorite sound Playback with 3D surround sound/ Selecting a surround mode surround sound Select the surround mode best suited to the content by pressing MOVIE, TV, MUSIC, SPORTS, or GAME with 3D surround playback or surround The unit switches between 3D surround playback and surround playback playback enabled.
  • Page 28: Playback Of Human Voices Clearly (Clear Voice)

    Playback of human voices clearly (Clear Enjoying enhanced bass sound (Bass Voice) Extension) Press CLEAR VOICE to turn on the clear voice function. Human voices Press BASS EXT to turn on the bass extension function. You can enjoy such as dialogue in movies, TV shows, news, and sport commentary can enhanced bass sound and more powerful sound.
  • Page 29: Using A Bluetooth® Device

    Using a Bluetooth® device Listening to audio from a Bluetooth® Press BLUETOOTH to select “Bluetooth” as the input device source. The unit is ready for the Bluetooth connection, and the Audio content from a Bluetooth device (such as a smartphone, tablet, BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit flashes.
  • Page 30 The unit’s name is displayed as shown in the following The unit will begin playing audio from the Bluetooth device. illustration. Yamaha YAS-109 n NOTE When the connection between the Bluetooth device and the unit is established, a completion message is displayed on •...
  • Page 31: Useful Features For Playback

    Useful features for playback Turn on/off Using a TV’s remote control to operate Both the TV and the unit turn on/off at the same time. the unit (HDMI control) Switch input sources The unit's input source switches accordingly when the TV’s input source is The HDMI control function coordinates TV and unit operation so that the switched.
  • Page 32: Showing Audio Information And Function Settings

    Show the bass extension function setting. Showing audio information and function Glows: Enabled settings Off: Disabled Show the Bluetooth function setting. The type of audio signal being played, as well as settings for functions can be confirmed by the status of indicators. Glows: Enabled Off: Disabled Press INFO.
  • Page 33: Controller App

    • Services supported by the unit may not be available in some regions in which the unit is sold. • Services may change or be discontinued without notice. Please note that Yamaha Corporation is in no way responsible for, and will not be held liable for, streaming...
  • Page 34: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions Once the indicators have shown the brightness setting Changing the brightness of the applied to the unit as follows, the unit will turn on. indicators (Dimmer) • Dim (default setting) Change the brightness of the indicators on the unit. The brightness is dim by default.
  • Page 35: Configuring The Hdmi Control Function

    Configuring the HDMI control function Turn off the unit. Enable or disable the unit’s HDMI control function (link function). This Press and hold HDMI for at least five seconds. function coordinates TV and unit operation so that the unit can be operated using the TV’s remote control.
  • Page 36: Configuring Hdmi Audio Output

    Configuring HDMI audio output Turn off the unit. Select the device from which audio input via the unit’s HDMI IN jack will Press and hold 3D SURROUND for at least five be played when the HDMI control function is disabled. HDMI audio is output from this unit by default.
  • Page 37: Setting The Auto Power Standby Function

    Setting the auto power standby function Turn off the unit. Enabling the auto power standby function prevents the unit from Touch and hold y and then touch and hold z on the remaining on when not in use. When the auto power standby function is enabled, the unit automatically turns off in any of the following unit for at least five seconds.
  • Page 38: Enabling/Disabling Touch Panel Control (Child Lock Function)

    Enabling/disabling touch panel control Turn off the unit. (Child Lock function) Press and hold INFO for at least five seconds. Disable touch panel control to prevent children from accidentally operating the unit. The touch panel control is enabled or disabled. Touch panel control is enabled by default.
  • Page 39: Enabling/Disabling The Network Standby Function

    Enabling/disabling the network standby Turn off the unit. function Press SPORTS for at least five seconds. Enabling the network standby function allows the unit to be turned on or off using a mobile or Bluetooth device as follows. The network standby function is enabled or disabled. This function is enabled by default.
  • Page 40: Enabling/Disabling The Wireless (Wi-Fi) Function

    Enabling/disabling the wireless (Wi-Fi) Enabling/disabling the Bluetooth function function Enable or disable the wireless (Wi-Fi) function. Enable or disable the Bluetooth function. This function is enabled by default. This function is enabled by default. Turn off the unit. Turn off the unit. Press and hold NET for at least five seconds.
  • Page 41: Updating The Unit's Firmware

    Turn on the unit. network connection. Should this occur, try again at a later time. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. Press STEREO for at least five seconds. When a new firmware is released, a “NEW” icon is displayed on the screen of the Sound Bar Controller app.
  • Page 42 Initializing the unit Setting the dynamic range compression Reset the settings of the unit to the factory presets. Select the dynamic range compression level. This function is set to “No compression” by default. Turn off the unit. Turn off the unit. Touch and hold } and z on the unit until all indicators except the Alexa indicator flash.
  • Page 43 The indicators show the compression level applied for several seconds. Compression level Indicators Compression (maximum) Compression (standard) Glows (white) No compression Glow (white) n NOTE Press INFO to confirm the dynamic range compression level applied to the unit. For details, see the following: •...
  • Page 44: Appendix

    If the power still turns off frequently, unplug the power nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. cord from the AC wall outlet and contact the nearest authorized...
  • Page 45 Use a USB flash drive to update the firmware. For details, see the l Another Bluetooth device is being operated nearby. product information page on the Yamaha website. Terminate Bluetooth connection with the unit. For details, see the – Product information page > Support (Download) > Firmware/...
  • Page 46 l A communication error between the unit and connected device l The batteries are weak. has occurred. Replace with new batteries. For details, see the following: A communication error may occur depending upon the generation of – “Replacing the battery in the remote control” (p.10) the device connected to the unit.
  • Page 47: When Any Problem Occurs (Audio)

    l The TV does not support the unit’s functions. l The mute function is activated. Even if your TV supports the HDMI control function, some functions Cancel the mute function. For details, see the following: may not be available. For details, see documentation supplied with –...
  • Page 48 l Sound from an HDMI control-enabled TV is set for output from l The volume is too low. the TV’s built-in speakers. Turn up the volume. For details, see the following: Use the TV’s HDMI settings to set audio output to any option other –...
  • Page 49: When Any Problem Occurs (Bluetooth®)

    No sound can be heard or the sound cuts When any problem occurs off intermittently from a Bluetooth® (Bluetooth®) device The unit cannot be connected to a l The volume on the Bluetooth device may be too low. Bluetooth® device Raise the volume on the Bluetooth device.
  • Page 50 Wireless network is not found When any problem occurs (Network trouble) l Microwave ovens or other wireless devices might disturb the wireless communication. Turn off these devices or move them farther away from the unit and The network feature does not function wireless router.
  • Page 51 l The mobile device is not connected to the wireless router over a wireless connection. Connect the mobile device to the wireless router over a wireless connection. l The unit is connected to a multiple SSID router. The router’s network splitter may be blocking access to the unit. Connect the unit and mobile device to a network with the same SSID.
  • Page 52 Specifications Specifications Subwoofer • Type Bass reflex type (non magnetic shielding) The specifications of the unit are as follows. • Driver 7.5 cm (3") cone × 2 • Frequency response 62 Hz to 170 Hz Amplifier section • Impedance 3 Ω (6 Ω × 2) Maximum rated output power Decoder •...
  • Page 53 Bluetooth Wi-Fi function Function Sink function (source device to this unit) • Wireless LAN standards IEEE802.11b/g/n • Radio frequency band 2.4 GHz Bluetooth version Ver 4.2 • Available security method WEP, WPA2-PSK (AES), Mixed Mode Supported profiles A2DP [U.K. and Europe models] •...
  • Page 54 NOTE • 480p/60 Hz The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. • 576i/50 Hz • 576p/50 Hz •...
  • Page 55 • The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. Bitstream Dolby Digital, DTS To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website to download the manual file. n NOTE The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To...
  • Page 56 • Do not lean on the unit or apply excessive force to the top of the unit. Doing so may marked on the wall. cause the unit to fall. • Check that the unit is securely fixed after the installation. Yamaha will bear no 457 mm (18") responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations.
  • Page 57 Peel off the backing paper from the spacers (supplied) and attach the adhesive face to the bottom of the unit. Spacers Hang the unit on the screws. Mounting holes on bottom of the unit Touch panel...
  • Page 58 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2019 Yamaha Corporation Published 03/2020 NV-C0 AV18-0028 10-1 Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, 430-8650 Japan...

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