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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

    Front panel (RX-V779) ................9 Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure) (RX-V779 only) ......39 Front panel (RX-V679) .
  • Page 3 CONFIGURATIONS Selecting a frequency for reception ..............61 Registering favorite radio stations (presets) .
  • Page 4 Yamaha technologies ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

     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-V779 (U.S.A.  YPAO microphone model), unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 6: Features

    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.66 • Bluetooth acoustic spaces in various styles. . p.67 • iPod/iPhone .

  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    Full of useful functions! Useful tips The combination of video/audio input jacks does not ❑ Connecting various devices (p.27) ❑ Creating 3-dimensional sound fields (p.56) match an external device... A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks Connecting presence speakers allows you to create a Use “Audio In”...

  • Page 8: Useful Applications

    “AV CONTROLLER” will turn your smartphone/tablet into “AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you a Wi-Fi enabled remote control for your Yamaha network with cable connections between AV receiver and source products. This application provides you the flexibility to devices as well as AV receiver setup.

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel (RX-V779) 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 (CONNECT) HDMI IN...

  • Page 10: Front Panel (Rx-V679)

    Front panel (RX-V679) 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 (CONNECT) SILENT CINEMA HDMI IN MAIN ZONE z key MEMORY key SCENE keys Turns on/off (standby) the unit.

  • Page 11: Front Display (Indicators)

    Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. ADAPTIVE DRC Lights up when the unit is in the party mode (p.86). OUT1/OUT2 (RX-V779 only) Lights up when Adaptive DRC (p.92) is working. SLEEP Indicates the HDMI OUT jacks currently outputting an HDMI...

  • Page 12: Rear Panel (Rx-V779)

    Rear panel (RX-V779) (U.S.A. model) TRIGGER OUT 0.1A WIRELESS HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 (NET) HDCP2.2 (BD/DVD) EXTRA SP ZONE2/F.PRESENCE REMOTE ANTENNA OPTICAL VIDEO (RADIO) (TV) COAXIAL SPEAKERS COMPONENT...

  • Page 13: Rear Panel (Rx-V679)

    Rear panel (RX-V679) (U.S.A. model) TRIGGER OUT 0.1A WIRELESS HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 (NET) HDCP2.2 (BD/DVD) REMOTE EXTRA SP ANTENNA ZONE2/F.PRESENCE OPTICAL VIDEO (RADIO) (TV) COAXIAL SPEAKERS COMPONENT VIDEO CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2 SURROUND...

  • Page 14: Remote Control

    NETWORK sources (press repeatedly to select HDMI Control-compatible playback device (p.139). a desired network source) Sound mode keys PHONO (RX-V779 [except for U.S.A. and Canada models]) PROGRAM MUTE VOLUME PHONO jacks Select a sound mode (p.55).
  • Page 15 MUTE Displays status information on the TV (p.90). TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU • (RX-V779 [China, Korea, U.K. and Europe models] only) OPTION For information on the keys other than those above, refer to SCREEN “Supplement for Remote Control” on the supplied CD-ROM.

  • Page 16: Preparations

    Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless antenna for the wireless antenna (p.32) establishing a wireless network connection. Connect external devices, such as an external power amplifier (RX-V779 only) and a device compatible Connecting other devices (p.33) with the trigger function.

  • Page 17: Placing Speakers

    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.

  • Page 18: Channel System

    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 •...
  • Page 19 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 also creates Virtual 3-dimensional sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers to add a sense of depth to...
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Connecting 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-V779. Cables required for connection (commercially available) Speaker cables (x the number of speakers) –...
  • Page 22 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.

  • Page 23: Connecting Front Speakers That Support Bi-Amp Connections

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Push-type speaker terminals Connecting front speakers that Caution (RX-V679 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.

  • Page 24: 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 25: Connecting A Tv

    • 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-V779 only) • Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI.

  • Page 26: Connecting Another Tv Or A Projector

    ■ Connecting another TV or a projector (RX-V779 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.53).

  • Page 27: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices ■ Component video connection The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow 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.

  • Page 28: Changing The Combination Of Video/Audio Input Jacks

    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).
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    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-V779 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) PHONES YPAO MIC TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA (CONNECT)

  • Page 31: Connecting The Fm/Am Antennas

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. FM antenna AM antenna The unit (rear)

  • Page 32: Connecting A Network Cable Or Preparing The Wireless Antenna

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare the wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. •...

  • Page 33: Connecting Other Devices

    The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the • To prevent the generation of loud noises or abnormal sounds, make sure the followings before making unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that connections.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Power Cable

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the power cable Before connecting the power cable (General model only) Set the switch position of VOLTAGE SELECTOR according to your local voltage. Voltages are AC 110–120/220–240 V, 50/60 Hz. •...

  • Page 35: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    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 Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “Language” and V-AUX V-AUX (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese.

  • Page 36: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    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 V-AUX V-AUX detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to • If you are using bi-amp connection or Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the Assign”...
  • Page 37 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 (RX-V679) (RX-V779 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.

  • Page 38: Measuring At One Listening Position (Single Measure)

    When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”: • To check the measurement results, select “Result”. For details, see “Checking the measurement results” (p.41). “Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure) (RX-V779 only)” (p.39) Use the cursor keys to select “Save/Cancel” and When “Multi Position”...

  • Page 39: Measuring At Multiple Listening Positions (Multi Measure) (Rx-V779 Only)

    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-V779 only) HDMI HDMI keys (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for...
  • Page 40 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.

  • Page 41: Checking The Measurement Results

    PURE DIRECT INFO INFO SLEEP SLEEP The number of measured positions (when multi measure is performed) * RX-V779 only Use the cursor keys to select an item. MEMORY MEMORY To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Polarity of each speaker...

  • Page 42: 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 43: Warning Messages

    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...

  • Page 44: 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.45). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.32) or Wireless Direct (p.51).

  • Page 45: Connecting The Unit To A Wireless Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “Network HDMI HDMI Connection” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
  • Page 46 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting wirelessly Use the cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to select the If you select “Wireless (WAC)” as the connection method, perform HDMI HDMI desired connection method and select “NEXT”.
  • Page 47 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ Sharing the iOS device setting using a USB cable ■ B: Using the WPS push button configuration If you select “USB Cable” as the connection method, follow the HDMI HDMI procedure below to share the iOS device setting with the unit.
  • Page 48 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”.
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 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.

  • Page 51: Connecting A Mobile Device To The Unit Directly (Wireless Direct)

    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.
  • Page 52 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.

  • Page 53: Playback

    Outputs the same signal at both the HDMI OUT 1 MEMORY MEMORY (p.73) and HDMI OUT 2 jacks. Output the signals at the HDMI OUT 1 (RX-V779) or • Listening to Internet radio (p.77) HDMI OUT 1 HDMI OUT (RX-V679) jack. • Playing back music with AirPlay (p.80)

  • Page 54: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    “Device Control” (p.97) in the “Scene” menu. MEMORY MEMORY • (RX-V779 [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,...

  • Page 55: Selecting The Sound Mode

    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.

  • Page 56: 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 57 ❑ 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 58: Virtual Cinema Dsp

    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 59: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    ■ 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 or multichannel sources. ■...

  • Page 60: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Pure Direct)

    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).

  • Page 61: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

    Listening to FM/AM radio HDMI HDMI Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or V-AUX V-AUX selecting from registered radio stations. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER •...

  • Page 62: 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. 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”...

  • Page 63: Radio Data System Tuning

    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.

  • Page 64: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    Operating the radio on the TV HDMI HDMI You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the V-AUX V-AUX Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER source. BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH The playback screen is displayed on the TV. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...
  • Page 65 ■ Browse screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH 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.

  • Page 66: Playing Back Music Via Bluetooth

    Playing back music via Bluetooth HDMI HDMI Playing back Bluetooth device music on the Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a device (such V-AUX V-AUX as smartphones) on the unit. unit AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 67: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music HDMI HDMI Playback of iPod content You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable V-AUX V-AUX supplied with the iPod. Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...

  • Page 68: Playback Screen

    ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH 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.69) and playback status...
  • Page 69 ■ ■ Operating the iPod itself (simple play) Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. V-AUX V-AUX The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are •...

  • Page 70: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    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 •...
  • Page 71 ■ 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 BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT MAIN MAIN...
  • Page 72 ■ ■ 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 OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT...

  • 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.32). 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 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 You can control the PC/NAS with the menu displayed on the TV...
  • Page 75 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH 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.76) and playback status...
  • Page 76 ■ 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, press OPTION. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle” (Shuffle) or MAIN MAIN ZONE 2...

  • Page 77: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio HDMI HDMI Playback of Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. V-AUX V-AUX • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.32). You can Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO”...
  • Page 78 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH 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...

  • Page 79: Registering Favorite Internet Radio Stations (Bookmarks)

    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 (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on browse screen.

  • Page 80: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. 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 Router screen on the iPod.
  • Page 81 • You can use the external device operation keys (a, s, d, f, g) on the • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by HDMI HDMI setting “Network Standby” (p.112) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. remote control to control playback.

  • Page 82: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) Preparing Zone2 The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room where the unit is installed (Main zone) and in another room (Zone2). For example, while you are watching TV in the living room (Main zone), another person Connect the device that will be used in Zone2 to the unit.

  • Page 83: Using An External Amplifier

    ■ ■ 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”...
  • Page 84 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 85: Controlling Zone2

    INFO INFO SLEEP PHONO: PHONO jacks (RX-V779 only [except for U.S.A. and Canada models]) • To set the sleep timer (120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min, off), press SLEEP repeatedly. The Zone2 output will be disabled after a specified period of...
  • Page 86 ■ Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) HDMI HDMI The party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the same music V-AUX V-AUX that is being played back in the main zone. During the party mode, stereo playback is automatically selected for all zones.

  • Page 87: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) You can control the unit with the web control screen displayed in a web browser. Web browser • You can check the IP address of the unit in “Network” (p.119) in the “Information” menu. •...
  • Page 88 ■ ■ 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 89 ■ Settings screen BACK Moves to the top menu screen. RELOAD Reloads the current status of the unit. 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 90: Viewing The Current Status

    ZONE 2 ZONE 2 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT Each time you press the key, the displayed item changes. (RX-V779 only [except for U.S.A. and Canada SCENE SCENE models]) PHONO RADIO RADIO Input (input source name), DSP Program (sound VOL.

  • Page 91: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Option menu items You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Press OPTION.
  • Page 92 ■ 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.
  • Page 93 ■ Video Processing (Video Process.) Setting range 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.109) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Ideal position Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing.

  • Page 94: 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 95 • 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-V779 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) ■ • Connecting a playback device that has component video jacks and analog stereo...

  • Page 96: Configuring The Scene Function (Scene Menu)

    ■ 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.54) using the TV screen. Input sources AirPlay Press ON SCREEN. Settings Disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod. Use the cursor keys to select “Scene”...

  • Page 97: Scene Menu Items

    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-V779 only]) in the selected scene. • If you have changed the input assignment for a scene, you also need to change the external device...

  • Page 98: Configuring Sound Programs/Surround Decoders

    ■ Rename/Icon Select Configuring sound programs/surround Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. decoders (DSP 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 99: Dsp Program Menu Items

    DSP 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 bPLIIx Movie (bPLII...
  • Page 100 ■ 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.

  • Page 101: 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 102: Setup Menu Items

    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.
  • Page 103 Menu Item Function Page Network Connection Selects the network connection method. IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Network Network Standby Selects whether to enable/disable the function that turns on the unit from other network devices. MAC Address Filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices.

  • Page 104: Speaker (Manual Setup)

    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.

  • Page 105: Surround Back

    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 Normal reversed).

  • Page 106: Parametric Eq

    ■ ■ 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.

  • Page 107: Sound

    ■ 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.

  • Page 108: Dynamic Range

    ■ 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”...

  • Page 109: Video

    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.

  • Page 110: Hdmi

    HDMI Enables/disables ARC (p.140) 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”...

  • Page 111: Network

    Selects a device to output audio. Configures the network settings. • This setting (except for “HDMI OUT2” [RX-V779 only]) is available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”. Enables/disables the audio output from the speakers connected to the unit.

  • Page 112: Mac Address Filter

    ■ ■ 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.

  • Page 113: Bluetooth

    ■ Network Name Bluetooth Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the Bluetooth 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.

  • Page 114: Multi Zone

    ■ Multi Zone Zone2 Set Configures the Zone2 settings. Configures the multi zone settings. Max Volume Sets the Zone2 maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness. Setting range -30.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB • This setting is available only when “Power Amp Assign” (p.104) is set to “7ch +1ZONE”. Initial Volume ■...

  • Page 115: Function

    -4 to 0 (higher to brighten) Choices HDMI 1–5, AV 1–6, V-AUX, AUDIO 1–2, TUNER, PHONO*, (network sources), Bluetooth, USB * RX-V779 only (except for U.S.A. and Canada models) • The front display may become dark when “ECO Mode” (p.117) is set to “On”. Settings...

  • Page 116: Eco

    Target Zone Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized. Configures the power supply settings. Settings When “Trigger Mode” is set to “Power,” electronic signal transmission is synchronized with the power status of the main zone. Main When “Trigger Mode”...

  • Page 117: Language

    ■ 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. •...

  • Page 118: Viewing Information About The Unit (Information Menu)

    Displays information about the TVs connected to the HDMI OUT jacks. To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Interface TV interface Video Resolution Resolutions supported by the TV • (RX-V779 only) Use the cursor keys (q/w) to switch between “OUT1” and “OUT2”.
  • Page 119 ■ ■ 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.120) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.121) IP Address IP address Speaker Impedance...

  • Page 120: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    ADVANCED SETUP menu items 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 121: Changing The Fm/Am Tuning Frequency Setting (Tu)

    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.

  • Page 122: Selecting The Hdmi 4K Signal Format (4K Mode)

    New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit. 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 Settings details, refer to the information supplied with updates.

  • Page 123: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.122). 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...

  • Page 124: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.114). 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.120).

  • Page 125: 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 126: Audio

    The unit cannot be controlled using the remote control. (RX-V779 [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.
  • Page 127 Problem Cause Remedy The TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Refer to the instruction manuals for the TV and check the TV’s specifications. Protection). No sound from the playback device (connected to The unit is set not to output audio input through HDMI jacks from In “Audio Output”...

  • Page 128: Video

    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.

  • Page 129: Fm/Am Radio

    FM/AM radio Problem Cause Remedy There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. Set “FM Mode” in the “Option” menu to “Mono” to select monaural FM radio FM radio reception is weak or noisy. reception (p.93).

  • Page 130: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy Bluetooth Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the function (p.113). Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection Bluetooth Another device is already connected to the unit. (p.66). Bluetooth Bluetooth The unit and the device are too far apart.
  • Page 131 Problem Cause Remedy Microwave ovens or other wireless devices in your neighborhood Turn off these devices. might disturb the wireless communication. Wireless network is not found. Access to the network is restricted by the firewall settings of the Check the firewall setting of the wireless router (access point). wireless router (access point).

  • Page 132: 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. No content There are no playable files in the selected folder.

  • Page 133: Ideal Speaker Layout

    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)

  • Page 134: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS-ES DTS-ES creates total 6.1-channel audio from 5.1-channel sources that are recorded with DTS-ES. This decoder adds a surround back sound to the original 5.1-channel sound. In the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 format, a surround back sound is recorded in the surround channels, and in the DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 format, a ■...

  • Page 135: Hdmi And Video Information

    HDMI and video information Sampling frequency/Quantization bit 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 136: Yamaha Technologies

    ❑ Bluetooth device differences in the sound that you hear. 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 Bluetooth • The unit supports devices that support A2DP or AVRCP.

  • Page 137: File Formats

    ■ File formats ❑ USB/PC (NAS) Sampling Quantization The number Gapless File frequency bitrate Bitrate of channels playback (kHz) (bit) 32/44.1/48/ ✔ WAV * 88.2/96/176.4/ 16/24 — 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — 32/44.1/48 — 8 to 320 — MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 —...

  • Page 138: 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.109) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 139: Information On Hdmi

    (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.

  • Page 140: Audio Return Channel (Arc)

    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.

  • Page 141: Hdmi Signal Compatibility

    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...

  • Page 142: Trademarks

    Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

  • Page 143: Specifications

    Output jacks Other jacks • Analog Audio • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 [RX-V779] [RX-V779] • 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)

  • Page 144: Audio Section

    TUNER Compatible Decoding Formats • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) [RX-V779] • Analog Tuner • Decoding Format (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 ) [U.K. and Europe models] - Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus Front L/R..............130 W/ch FM/AM with Radio Data System x 1 (TUNER) - Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX Center ...............
  • Page 145 • Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network) Video Section [RX-V779] [RX-V779] • Video Signal Type ........NTSC/PAL/SECAM PHONO (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω) PHONO (Input Shorted 35 mV, Speaker Out [FRONT]) • Video Signal Level [Except for U.S.A.
  • Page 146 [U.K. and Europe models]......AC 230 V, 50 Hz • Weight [Asia model] ........AC 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz [RX-V779] ............10.6 kg (23.4 lbs) • Power Consumption [RX-V679] ............10.0 kg (22.1 lbs) [U.S.A. and Canada models] ......... 400 W [China, Asia and General models] .........

  • Page 147: Index

    Index Symbols Network Standby Exclamation mark (!) Lock icon (o) Error indication (front display) Option menu External power amplifier Numerics Extra Bass 2.1-channel system Parametric EQ 2ch Stereo Party mode 4K Ultra HD Firmware update Power Amp Assign 5.1-channel system FM radio Preset station selection (FM/AM radio) 7.1-channel system...
  • Page 148 Video/audio input jack combination Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) Wallpaper Web control Wired (Network Connection, Setup menu) Wireless (Wi-Fi) Wireless Direct YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) YPAO Volume Zone2...
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