FM antenna *One of the above is supplied depending on the region of purchase. • The illustrations of the main unit and remote control used in this manual are of the RX-V777 (U.S.A. YPAO microphone Wireless antenna model), unless otherwise specified.
FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 7.1-channel (plus presence) speaker system. Allows you to enjoy your favorite . p.63 • iPod/iPhone/iPad acoustic spaces in various styles. . p.66 • USB .
By using the application for smartphone/tablet “AV signal) (p.114) CONTROLLER”, you can control the unit from an • System settings (p.116) iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the Yamaha website for details. FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit...
Part names and functions Front panel (RX-V777) 3 4 5 6 MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING INPUT VOLUME SCENE RADIO VIDEO YPAO MIC PHONES TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA HDMI/ VIDEO 2.1A...
Front panel (RX-V677) 6 7 8 MAIN ZONE YPAO MIC PURE DIRECT ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET TUNING VOLUME SCENE RADIO VIDEO PHONES INPUT TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA HDMI/ VIDEO 2.1A MHL 5V MAIN ZONE z key MEMORY key SCENE keys Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
OUT 1 VOL. ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL L C R FPR PARTY (RX-V777 only) Speaker indicators Lights up when the unit is in the eco mode (p.113). Lights up when the unit is in the party mode. (p.82) Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output.
Rear panel (RX-V677) (U.S.A. model) TRIGGER OUT WIRELESS 0.1A DC OUT HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT (BD/DVD) 0.5A (NET) REMOTE EXTRA SP ZONE2/F.PRESENCE OPTICAL VIDEO (TV) ANTENNA COMPONENT (RADIO) VIDEO COAXIAL SPEAKERS VIDEO VIDEO FRONT...
DISPLAY key Switches the iPod operation modes (p.65). Displays status information on the TV (p.86). • (RX-V777 [China, Korea, U.K. and Europe models] only) For information on the keys other than those above, refer to (RX-V777 U.S.A. model) “Supplement for Remote Control” on the supplied CD-ROM.
Connecting other devices (p.31) Connect external devices, such as an external power amplifier (RX-V777 only) and recording devices. Connecting the power cable (p.32) After all the connections are complete, plug in the power cable.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Placing speakers Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7.1+2-channel system 7.1-channel system (using surround back speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to •...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system (using 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.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ 2.1-channel system Setting the speaker impedance Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a 6-ohm speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 MIN”. In this case, you can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.
“Check SP Wires” will appear on the front display when the unit is turned on. SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER • The illustrations of the unit (rear) used in this section are of the RX-V777. Cables required for connection (commercially available) Speaker cables (x the number of speakers) –...
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ 7.1-channel system 6.1-channel system Connecting speaker cables (using presence 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.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Push-type speaker terminals Connecting front speakers that Caution (RX-V677 only) support bi-amp connections • Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or a Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8”) of insulation from cables that connect a woofer with a tweeter.
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.
• If you connect your TV to the unit with a cable other than HDMI, video input to the unit via HDMI cannot be output to the TV. • (RX-V777 only) • Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI.
■ Connecting another TV or a projector (RX-V777 only) The unit has two HDMI output jacks. If you connect another TV or a projector to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can switch the TV (or projector) to be used for watching videos with the remote control (p.50).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices ■ The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow Component video connection you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ ■ Composite video connection Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your coaxial, digital optical, or stereo pin cable).
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys to select “Audio In” and press ENTER. • The following operation is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. Use the cursor keys to select “AV5” (audio input jack to be used). After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit.
Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as game consoles and camcorders) to the unit with an HDMI cable. AV 5–6 (AUDIO) Analog stereo AUDIO 1–2 RADIO Turntable (PHONO) PHONO* VIDEO AUX * RX-V777 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) PHONES YPAO MIC TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA Audio output...
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ MHL connection Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect an MHL-compatible mobile device (such as smartphones) to the unit with an MHL cable. You can enjoy full HD videos and multichannel audio sources stored on the Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 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.
SUBWOOFER1–2 jacks For connecting a subwoofer with built-in amplifier. When 2 subwoofers are connected, the same sound is output from them. (RX-V777 only) CENTER jack When connecting an external power amplifier (pre-main amplifier) to enhance speaker Outputs center channel sounds.
Connecting the power cable The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that Before connecting the power cable (General model only) supports a system connection or a device with a trigger input jack, you can use the Set the switch position of VOLTAGE SELECTOR according to your local voltage.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Selecting an on-screen menu language HDMI HDMI Select the desired on-screen menu language from English To confirm the setting, press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) HDMI HDMI The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function Place the YPAO microphone at your listening V-AUX V-AUX detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 (RX-V677) (RX-V777 only) If desired, change the measuring The following screen appears on the TV. HDMI HDMI method (multi/single). a Use the cursor keys to select “Multi Position” and press ENTER.
When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”: • To check the measurement results, select “Result”. For details, see “Checking the measurement results” (p.39). “Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure) (RX-V777 only)” (p.37) Use the cursor keys to select “Save/Cancel” and When “Multi Position”...
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Measuring at multiple listening positions To save the measurement results, use the cursor (multi measure) (RX-V777 only) keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. HDMI HDMI When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 When the measurements at the positions you want Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “YES” or “NO” HDMI HDMI to measure are completed, use the cursor keys to to enable/disable YPAO Volume and press ENTER.
PURE DIRECT INFO INFO SLEEP SLEEP The number of measured positions (when multi measure is performed) * RX-V777 only Use the cursor keys to select an item. MEMORY MEMORY To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Polarity of each speaker...
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.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Warning messages If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instructions. However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with the optimal speaker settings. Warning message Cause Remedy...
(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.43). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.30) or Wireless Direct (p.48).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ B: Using the WPS push button Connect the iOS device to the USB jack, and disable configuration HDMI HDMI the screen lock on the iOS device. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the V-AUX V-AUX The unit (front)
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ 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 HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 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 HDMI HDMI unit starts searching for access points.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ 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 HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. available access points appears on the TV screen.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check directly (Wireless Direct) HDMI HDMI “Wireless Direct” and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit V-AUX V-AUX directly.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. HDMI HDMI security key and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the instruction manual of the mobile device.
PLAYBACK HDMI Basic playback procedure V-AUX Input selection keys AUDIO Selecting an HDMI output jack (RX-V777 only) Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or TUNER BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2...
“Device Control” (p.93) in the “Scene” menu. MEMORY MEMORY • (RX-V777 [China, Korea, U.K. and Europe models] only) To control your playback device after selecting a scene with the remote control of the unit, change the external device assigned to the SCENE keys. For details, refer to “Supplement for Remote Control”...
Selecting the sound mode HDMI HDMI The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and On-screen sound program/surround decoder selection V-AUX V-AUX surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo a Press ON SCREEN.
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...
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■ ❑ 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.
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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.
■ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder) HDMI HDMI You can play back input sources without any sound field effect The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel processing. V-AUX V-AUX playback from 2-channel sources. When a multichannel source is input, it works the same way as the straight decode mode.
Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct) Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) HDMI HDMI When the Pure Direct mode is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry in order to reduce the V-AUX V-AUX electrical noise from other circuitry (such as the front display).
Listening to FM/AM radio HDMI HDMI You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or Selecting a frequency for reception V-AUX V-AUX selecting from registered radio stations. AUDIO AUDIO Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input •...
■ Registering favorite radio stations (presets) Selecting a preset station Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. HDMI HDMI 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”...
Radio Data System tuning • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not HDMI HDMI (U.K. and Europe models only) displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System service. Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM V-AUX V-AUX stations in many countries.
Operating the radio on the TV Menu Submenu Function HDMI HDMI (U.K. and Europe models only) You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the Switches to FM/AM. V-AUX V-AUX Tuning (+/-) Selects a frequency. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO Manual Tuning...
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■ Browse screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Preset station list PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Displays the list of preset stations. Use the cursor keys to select a preset station and press ENTER to tune into it.
Playing back iPod music HDMI HDMI You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable Playback of iPod content V-AUX V-AUX supplied with the iPod. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start AUDIO AUDIO playback.
■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.65) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.65) and playback status (such as play/pause).
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■ ■ Operating the iPod itself or remote control Shuffle/repeat settings (simple play) You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX 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 AUDIO AUDIO...
Playing back music stored on a USB storage device HDMI HDMI You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on V-AUX V-AUX 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 AUDIO AUDIO...
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■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback V-AUX V-AUX screen is displayed. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...
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■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB HDMI HDMI storage device contents. V-AUX V-AUX When “USB” is selected as the input source, press AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY...
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.30). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...
Playback of PC music contents Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback V-AUX V-AUX screen is displayed.
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■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.72) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.72) and playback status (such as play/pause).
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■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC HDMI HDMI music content. V-AUX V-AUX When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, AUDIO AUDIO press OPTION. TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT...
Listening to Internet radio HDMI HDMI You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.30). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly input source.
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■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Playback indicator Playback indicator PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME List name Playback information Displays the station name, album name, song title, and elapsed time.
Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) HDMI HDMI By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmarks”, Access the vTuner website you can quickly access to them from the “Bookmarks” folder in the V-AUX V-AUX browse screen. (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID.
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.
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Menu Submenu Function • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by Resumes playback from pause. HDMI HDMI setting “Network Standby” (p.108) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. Stops playback temporarily. • You can edit the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on V-AUX V-AUX Play Control...
Zone2, you need to connect the device to the AUDIO jacks (AV 5–6 or AUDIO 1–2 jacks) of the unit. • (RX-V777 only) The party mode (p.82) allows you to play back the same audio output in Main zone as Zone2, whatever the input audio signal type.
■ ■ Using the unit’s internal amplifier Using an external amplifier Connect the speakers placed in Zone2 to the unit with speaker cables. Connect the external amplifier (with volume control) placed in Zone2 to the unit with a stereo pin cable. To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp Assign”...
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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.
MODE MODE • AirPlay is available in Zone2 only when AirPlay playback is ongoing in the TUNING TUNING PRESET PRESET PHONO: PHONO jacks (RX-V777 only [except for U.S.A. main zone. SUR. DECODE SUR. DECODE STRAIGHT STRAIGHT and Canada models]) MOVIE...
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Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) HDMI HDMI (RX-V777 only) V-AUX V-AUX The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music that is being played back in the main zone. During the party mode,...
• 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.
SCENE Moves to the settings screen. Selects a scene for the selected zone. PARTY MODE POWER (RX-V777 only) Turns on/off the power for the selected zone. Turns on/off the party mode (p.82). VOLUME SYSTEM POWER Adjusts the volume or mutes the audio output for the selected zone. You can also select the increments used for volume adjustment.
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■ 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.
ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes. (RX-V777 only [except for U.S.A. and Canada SCENE SCENE models]) PHONO RADIO RADIO Input (input source name), DSP Program (sound VOL.
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.
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■ Tone Control (Tone Control) Adaptive DRC (A.DRC) Adjusts the high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) of sounds. Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically adjusted when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for Choices listening to playback at a low volume at night.
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■ Setting range Video Processing (Video Process.) 0 to 5 (The bigger the value the higher the position) Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Processing” (p.105) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing. Ideal position Processing (Processing) Enables the video signal processing.
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. •...
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• Connecting a playback device that supports HDMI video output, but not HDMI audio HDMI 1–5, V-AUX, AV 1–6, AUDIO 1–2, USB, PHONO* output * RX-V777 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) ■ • Connecting a playback device that has component video jacks and analog stereo...
■ Volume Interlock Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) Enables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay. You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.51) using the TV screen. Input sources AirPlay Press ON SCREEN. Settings Disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod. Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...
Registers the unit’s current settings (input source, sound program/surround decoder, Enhancer Compressed Music Enhancer on/off Compressed Music Enhancer on/off, and HDMI output jack [RX-V777 only]) in the selected scene. • If you have changed the input assignment for a scene, you also need to change the external device assigned to the corresponding SCENE key (p.51).
■ 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).
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...
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■ Settings for decoders Item Function Settings The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND 1.0 s to 5.0 s DECODER” to “bPLIIx Music” or “Neo:6 Music”. Adjust the decay time of the rear Higher to enrich the Reverb Time reverberant sound.
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. •...
Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size.
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Sets the Zone2 initial volume for when the unit is turned on. Multi Zone Zone Rename Changes the zone name (for Zone2) displayed on the TV screen. (RX-V777 only) Party Mode Set Enables/disables switching to the party mode. Dimmer (Front Display) Adjusts the brightness of the front display.
Speaker (Manual Setup) Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Configures the speaker settings manually. Settings Select this option for large speakers. Large The front speakers will produce all of the front channel frequency • Default settings are underlined. components.
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Surround Back Subwoofer Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected and its phase. Settings Settings Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Select this option when a subwoofer is connected (phase not Large x1 Normal reversed).
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■ ■ Distance Manual equalizer adjustment Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the Set “Parametric EQ” to “Manual” and press ENTER. speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance Press ENTER again to enter the edit screen.
■ Test Tone Sound Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker Configures the audio output settings. balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Settings Does not output test tones. Outputs test tones automatically when you adjust the speaker balance or equalizer.
■ Adaptive DSP Level Adjustment Selects whether to automatically adjust the CINEMA DSP effect level when the volume Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual is adjusted. Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Auto/Manual Select”...
Video Aspect Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to Configures the video output 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.
HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.135) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Configures the HDMI settings. Settings Disables ARC. Enables ARC. • You do not need to change this setting normally. In case noises are produced from the speakers connected to the unit because TV audio signals input to the unit via ARC are not supported by the unit, set “ARC”...
Selects a device to output audio. Configures the network settings. • This setting (except for “HDMI OUT2” [RX-V777 only]) is available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”. Enables/disables the audio output from the speakers connected to the unit.
■ ■ Manual network settings MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Set “DHCP” to “Off”. Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select a parameter type and press ENTER. Filter IP Address Specifies an IP address.
■ Network Name Multi Zone Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the multi zone settings. devices. ■ Procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry.
Settings ■ Displays short messages on the TV screen. Party Mode Set Does not display short messages on the TV screen. (RX-V777 only) Enables/disables switching to the party mode (p.82). Wallpaper Choice Target: Zone 2 Selects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV.
Power Mode Choices HDMI 1–5, AV 1–6, V-AUX, AUDIO 1–2, TUNER, PHONO*, (network sources), USB Selects how to supply power to the Yamaha AV accessory connected to the DC * RX-V777 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) OUT jack.
■ 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 ■...
■ ECO Mode Language Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. Select an on-screen menu language. When the eco mode is enabled, you can reduce the unit’s power consumption. Settings Disables the eco mode. Enables the eco mode. • The new setting will take effect after the unit is restarted. •...
To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Interface TV interface Video Resolution Resolutions supported by the TV • (RX-V777 only) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to switch between “OUT1” and “OUT2”. CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Viewing information about the unit (Information menu)
■ ■ Network System Displays the network information on the unit. Displays the system information on the unit. (When using wired or wireless [Wi-Fi] network connection) Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting (p.116) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.117) IP Address IP address Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the unit (p.116)
Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: Press MAIN ZONE z to set the unit to standby mode and turn it on again. ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.
Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU) Removing the limitation on HDMI video output (MON.CHK) (Asia and General models only) TU••••FM50/AM9 MON.CHK••••YES Change the FM/AM tuning frequency setting of the unit depending on your country or The unit automatically detects resolutions supported by a TV connected to the HDMI region.
UPDATE•••••USB 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.
PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.118). unit’s firmware by pressing ENTER in the “System” screen. • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. TOP MENU TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU OPTION OPTION...
When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.110). 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.116).
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.
The unit cannot be controlled using the remote control. (RX-V777 [China, Korea, U.K. and Europe models] only) Press RECEIVER to set the remote control to control the unit (the key lights up in orange). The remote control is set to control external devices.
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Problem Cause Remedy The playback source does not contain LFE or low-frequency To check if the subwoofer is working properly, use “Test Tone” in the “Setup” menu signals. (p.103). Perform “Auto Setup” (p.34) or set “Subwoofer” in the “Setup” menu to “Use” Subwoofer output is disabled.
Video Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. No video.
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.
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Problem Cause Remedy Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the The unit and smartphone/tablet are not in the same network. unit and smartphone/tablet to the same network. The application for smartphone/tablet “AV In “MAC Address Filter” in the “Setup” menu, disable the MAC address filter or CONTROLLER”...
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.
Ideal speaker layout Use this diagram as a guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly. 0.5 to 1 m 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 1.8 m 1.8 m (5.9 ft) (5.9 ft)
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). ■...
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.
Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own • This unit supports USB mass storage class devices (e.g., flash memories or portable home.
■ File formats About HTC Connect This receiver features “HTC Connect”, a simple way to enjoy all music content from ❑ USB your HTC Connect certified smartphone. • The unit supports WAV (PCM format only), MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC and 1.
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.105) in the “Setup” menu. •...
(Example) Information on HDMI HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as device power and volume) with TV remote control operations.
d Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. Audio Return Channel (ARC) ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits video signal to the TV. Check the following after the HDMI Control settings. Select a TV program with the TV remote control.
HDMI signal compatibility Audio signals Audio signal type Audio signal format Compatible media (example) 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, BD (Blu-ray disc), Multichannel Linear PCM 8ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit HD DVD 2 to 5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz, 1 bit SACD...
“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that “SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically DLNA™ and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks or registered to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
Output jacks Other jacks • Analog Audio • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 [RX-V777] [RX-V777] • REMOTE IN x 1 [U.S.A. and Canada models] - Speaker Out x 9 (7 ch) (FRONT L/R, CENTER, • REMOTE OUT x 1 Audio x 4 (AV 5–6, AUDIO 1–2)
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Compatible Decoding Formats • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) [RX-V777] • Video Format (Repeater Mode) • Decoding Format (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 ) - VGA - Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus Front L/R..............130 W/ch - 480i/60 Hz - Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX Center ...............
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• Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance • Total Harmonic Distortion • Filter Characteristics [RX-V777] [RX-V777] (fc=40/60/80/90/100/110/120/160/200 Hz) PHONO (1 kHz, 100 W/8 ) PHONO to AV OUT (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 V) H.P.F. (Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back)..12 dB/oct.
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• Power Supply • Weight [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......AC 120 V, 60 Hz [RX-V777] ............10.5 kg (23.2 lbs) [General model].... AC 110 to 120/220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz [RX-V677] ............10.0 kg (22.1 lbs) [China model] ..........AC 220 V, 50 Hz [Korea model]..........
Index Symbols Audio file format (USB storage device) Configuration (Speaker, Setup menu) Audio In (Input menu) Crossover frequency setting (subwoofer) Exclamation mark (!) Audio Output (HDMI, Setup menu) Lock icon (o) Audio Return Channel (ARC) Numerics DC OUT (Function, Setup menu) Audio Signal (Information menu) Decode Type (Sound Program menu) 16:9 Normal (Aspect, Setup menu)
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Dolby Pro Logic II (surround decoder) Front display brightness Internal Error (YPAO error message) Dolby Pro Logic IIx (surround decoder) Front display information Internet radio listening Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie (Extended Surround) Front panel (part names and functions) IP Address (Network, Information menu) Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music (Extended Surround) Front Presence (Speaker, Setup menu) IP Address (Network, Setup menu)
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MHL-compatible mobile device Out of Phase (YPAO warning message) Repeat (PC/NAS, Option menu) MON.CHK (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Output (Audio Signal, Information menu) Repeat (USB storage device, Option menu) Monaural Mix (Sound Program menu) Over Distance (YPAO warning message) Reset (Scene menu) Monaural reception (FM radio) Resolution (Video Mode, Setup menu) Monitor check...