CONTENTS Introduction.................. 5 5 Connecting other devices............50 Connecting a device compatible with the trigger function ................50 Accessories................... 5 6 Connecting the power cable ............50 About this book ................5 7 Selecting an on-screen menu language ........51 About remote control ..............6 8 Configuring the necessary speaker settings........52 Batteries .................................
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Playing back digitally compressed formats (such as MP3, etc.) with enriched sound Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Compressed Music Enhancer) ........................82 (Option menu)................115 Listening to FM/AM radio ..............83 Option menu items.............................115 Setting the frequency steps......................... 83 Selecting a frequency for reception ......................
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Audio information (audio decoding format) .................... 172 Audio information (others) ........................174 HDMI and video information ........................174 Network information ..........................175 Yamaha technologies..........................175 Supported devices and file formats ..........176 Supported devices ............................. 176 File formats..............................176 Video signal flow................ 177 Video conversion table ..........................
Introduction Accessories About this book Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the RX-A3060 (U.S.A. model), unless otherwise specified. ☐ ☐ AM antenna Microphone base In this manual, illustrations of English menu screens are used as examples.
About remote control This section explains how to use the supplied remote control. Batteries Insert the batteries the right way round. Operating range of the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below.
FEATURES What you can do with the unit The unit is equipped with the various useful features. Connecting various devices (p.41) Various wireless connection methods (p.65) A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks on the unit allow you to connect video The unit supports the Wi-Fi feature that allows the unit to connect to your wireless router devices (such as BD/DVD players), audio devices (such as CD players), game consoles, (access point) without a network cable connection.
CINEMA DSP The excitement of a concert hall and the powerful sense of being inside a movie - we all want to enjoy these experiences in our own living room. Yamaha has pursued the fulfillment of these desires for more than 30 years, and this fulfillment has now taken shape as the Yamaha AV receivers.
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The direction (angle) of front, surround and presence speakers, and the height of presence YPAO is Yamaha original automatic calibration system to optimizing your sound and surround speakers as seen from the listening position is measured, and compensation is applied to environment by using microphone measurement.
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Unrivaled audio and video quality You can enjoy unrivaled high-quality audio and videos with the unit. High-resolution music enhancer Hi-bit high-sampling extension up to 96 kHz / 24-bit can be applied to lossless 44.1/48 kHz content such as from a CD (2-channel PCM) or a FLAC file for further heightening of the musicality in the original content (p.118).
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Enjoying music using speakers in another room While enjoying multichannel playback in your living room, you can listen to music through the The best expandability in Yamaha (RX-A3060 only) speakers of a different room. By connecting an external power amp, you can enjoy the highest peak of CINEMA DSP - an 11.2-channel 3-dimensional sound field.
“AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you with cable connections between AV your Yamaha network products. This application provides you the flexibility to control the receiver and source devices as well as AV receiver setup. This application guides you through available inputs, volume, mute, power commands and playback source.
Part names and functions This section explains the functions of the parts of the unit. Front panel MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT INPUT VOLUME ON SCREEN OPTION TONE/BALANCE SCENE INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) PROGRAM MULTI ZONE TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL...
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⬛ Inside of the front panel door ON SCREEN OPTION TONE/BALANCE SCENE INFO (WPS) MEMORY PRESET (CONNECT) MULTI ZONE PROGRAM TUNING ENTER ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE CONTROL RETURN DISPLAY PHONES VIDEO AUX YPAO MIC SILENT CINEMA VIDEO AUDIO HDMI IN ON SCREEN key...
ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL ENHANCER PARTY R FPR STEREO TUNED SW2 SR (RX-A3060 U.S.A. model) HDMI Bluetooth indicator Speaker indicators Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Lights up when the unit is connecting to a Bluetooth device (p.88).
F. PRESENCE EXTRA SP2 EXTRA SP1 ANTENNA ( 4 RADIO ) SINGLE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/F.PRESENCE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/BI-AMP (RX-A3060 U.S.A. model) * The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections.
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PHONO jacks ZONE OUT/PRE OUT jacks (RX-A3060) For connecting to a turntable (p.46). For connecting to an external amplifier used in Zone2 or Zone3 and outputting audio (p.105), or for connecting to an external power amplifier for front presence or rear presence channels (p.40).
Remote control Remote control signal transmitter Radio keys Transmits infrared signals. Operate the FM/AM radio when “TUNER” is selected as the input source (p.83). RECEIVER z key SOURCE RECEIVER BAND: Switches between FM and AM radio. Turns on/off (standby) the unit. PRESET: Select a preset station.
(and rear presence speakers for further spatial sounds). • (RX-A3060 only) The unit creates rear Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center, and surround speakers to produce...
“Layout (Front Presence/Rear Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing YPAO (p.52). • (RX-A3060 only) By using an external power amplifier (p.31), you can make an 11-channel system [★7.2.4] and enjoy Dolby...
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“Layout (Front Presence/Rear Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing YPAO (p.52). • (RX-A3060 only) This speaker system creates rear Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field.
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“Layout (Front Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing YPAO (p.52). • (RX-A3060 only) This speaker system creates rear Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field.
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5.1 system 5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using surround speakers) We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of the room. You can enjoy surround sound even without the center speaker (4.1 system). When placing surround speakers in the front side, set “Layout (Surround)” in the “Setup” menu to “Front” before performing YPAO (p.52).
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5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using front presence speakers) 2.1 system We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of the room. Add the center speaker to configure a 3.1 system. When using front presence speakers installed to the ceiling or when using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers, configure the “Layout (Front Presence)”...
Presence speaker layout Dolby Enabled SP Use the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers. The unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height/Rear Height, It utilizes sounds reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sounds only from speakers Overhead and Dolby Enabled SP).
⬛ Notes on installation of ceiling speakers Setting the speaker impedance When installing presence speakers to a ceiling, use the following illustration as a reference. 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 Ω...
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⬛ Connecting speakers Speakers to be connected Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. Speaker system (the number of channels) Speaker type Precaution for connecting of the speaker cables 7.2.2/5.2.4 7.1/5.1.2 Improper connecting of the speaker cables may cause short circuit and also damage the unit ⚫...
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Connection diagram Connecting speaker cables Refer to the following diagram and connect the speakers to the unit. 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. If the wires are colored to prevent ZONE OUT/PRE OUT PRE OUT (SINGLE)
Advanced speaker configuration In addition to the basic speaker configuration (p.21), the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations to enhance your system. Combining with an external Using the four internal Using the excess internal power amplifier (Hi-Fi amplifier, amplifiers for front speakers to amplifiers for stereo speakers multichannel amplifier, etc.) to...
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⬛ Available speaker configurations (RX-A3060) (RX-A2060) Main zone Main zone Power Amp Assign Power Amp Assign Output External power Output External power Multi-zone Page Multi-zone Page External External (p.131) (p.131) channel Bi-amp amplifier channel Bi-amp amplifier speakers speakers (max) (required)
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7.2 +1Zone 7.2.2 +1Zone Zone2 Zone2 Main zone Main zone Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT FRONT CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK SURROUND BACK (not used) EXTRA SP 1 (not used) (not used) SUBWOOFER 1-2 SUBWOOFER 1-2 Zone2 speakers EXTRA SP 1 Zone2 speakers EXTRA SP 2...
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7.2 +2Zone 7.2.4 [ext.RP] (RX-A3060 only) Zone2 external amp external amp Main zone Zone3 Speaker Connect to FRONT Speaker Connect to CENTER FRONT SURROUND CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND (not used) SURROUND BACK (not used) EXTRA SP 1 SUBWOOFER 1-2 R.PRESENCE (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier...
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7.2.4 [ext.Front] (RX-A3060 only) 7.2.4 [ext.FP+RP] (RX-A3060 only) via external amp via external amp via external amp external amp external amp Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier FRONT CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK...
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7.2.2 [ext.Front] +1Zone 7.2 [ext.Front] +2Zone via external amp via external amp Zone2 Zone2 Main zone Main zone Zone3 Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier FRONT (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND...
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7.2 Bi-Amp 5.2.2 Bi-Amp Bi-amp Bi-amp Speaker Connect to Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) CENTER CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK (not used) (not used) EXTRA SP 2 (not used) (not used) SUBWOOFER 1-2 SUBWOOFER 1-2...
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7.2 Bi-Amp +1Zone 7.2.4 Bi-Amp [ext.FP+RP] (RX-A3060 only) Bi-amp Bi-amp via external amp via external amp Zone2 external amp external amp Main zone Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) Speaker Connect to CENTER FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection)
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5.2.4 Bi-Amp [ext.RP] (RX-A3060 only) Bi-amp external amp external amp Speaker Connect to FRONT and EXTRA SP 1 (bi-amp connection) CENTER SURROUND (not used) EXTRA SP 2 R.PRESENCE (PRE OUT) via external power amplifier SUBWOOFER 1-2 When this configuration is applied, you cannot utilize the ZONE OUT/PRE OUT jacks for connecting an external...
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⬛ ⬛ Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp Connecting Zone2/3 speakers connections When using Zone2/3 speakers, connect them to the EXTRA SP 1-2 terminals. When using front speakers that support bi-amp connections, connect them to the FRONT To utilize the EXTRA SP 1-2 terminals for Zone2/3 speakers, configure the “Power Amp Assign” terminals and EXTRA SP 1 terminals.
SINGLE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/F.PRESENCE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/BI-AMP The unit (rear) F.PRESENCE jacks (RX-A3060 only) Output front presence channel audio signals or Zone2 audio signals depending on the “Power Amp About external power amplifiers Assign” setting (p.131). We recommend using power amplifiers that meet the following conditions.
Connecting a TV and playback devices Connect a TV and playback devices (video and audio devices) to the unit. For information on how to connect a USB storage device, see “Connecting a USB storage device” (p.90). Input/output jacks and cables The unit is equipped with the following input/output jacks.
Connecting a TV • You do not make an audio cable connection between the TV and the unit in the following cases: Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. –...
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⬛ Component/composite video connection VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) When connecting any video device with a component video cable, connect the TV to the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks. MONITOR OUT (VIDEO) jack The unit (rear) When connecting any video device with a video pin cable, connect the TV to the MONITOR OUT Video input MONITOR OUT/...
⬛ Connecting another TV or a projector Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) The unit has two HDMI output jacks. If you connect another TV or a projector to the unit with Connect video devices such as BD/DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and game consoles to the an HDMI cable, you can switch the TV (or projector) to be used for watching videos with the unit.
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⬛ ⬛ Component video connection Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable (digital Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital coaxial, coaxial, digital optical or stereo pin cable).
Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) PHONO jacks Audio output (PHONO) PHONO Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and a turntable to the unit. Depending PHONO on the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following connections.
⬛ Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Composite video/analog stereo connection Connect a playback device (such as game consoles and camcorders) to the unit with a video Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit. pin cable and a stereo pin cable.
Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit. Assembling the AM antenna Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. FM antenna AM antenna HDMI (HDCP2.2) HDMI OUT (HDCP2.2)
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. You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit. Connecting the network cable Preparing the wireless antenna Connect the unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or...
Improper setting of VOLTAGE SELECTOR may cause damage to the unit and create a potential fire hazard. 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 supports a The unit (rear)
Selecting an on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language from English, Japanese, SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z Use the Cursor keys (e/r) to select “Language” and the French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese. Cursor keys (q/w) to select the desired language. V-AUX V-AUX Press RECEIVER z to turn on the unit.
Configuring the necessary speaker settings If you use any of the following speaker configurations, follow the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z Configure the corresponding speaker settings. procedure below to configure the corresponding speaker settings manually before performing YPAO. • When using any of advanced speaker configurations, select V-AUX V-AUX “Power Amp Assign”...
Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z Place the YPAO microphone at your listening position and detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your connect it to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel.
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If desired, select the measuring options. Use the Cursor keys to select “Multi Position” (p.55) or SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER “Angle/Height” (p.56) and press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX Use the Cursor keys to select a setting and then press ENTER. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO...
Multi Position Multi measure Single measure (5 listening positions) Selects multi measure or single measure. Settings Multi measure Multi measure Select this option if you will have several listening positions or if you want others (1 listening position + (2 listening positions + to enjoy surround sound.
Angle/Height Measuring at one listening position (single measure) Enables/disables the angle/height measurement. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER When “Multi Position” is set to “No”, follow the procedure below for measurement. It takes about 5 minutes to perform the measurement. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...
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(when angle/height measurement is enabled) Place the microphone base at the listening position and set the Proceed to Step 2. YPAO microphone to the position “1”. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4...
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Set the YPAO microphone at the top of the pole and perform the To save the measurement results, use the Cursor keys fourth angle measurement. (e/r) to select “SAVE” and press ENTER. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER...
Measuring at multiple listening positions When the measurements at the positions you want to (multi measure) measure are completed, use the Cursor keys to select SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER “CANCEL” and press ENTER. When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below for When you have taken measurements at 8 listening positions, the measurement.
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Press ENTER to start the first angle measurement. Perform the angle/height measurement. The following screen appears on the TV when the first angle Use the Cursor keys to select “YES” and press ENTER. measurement finishes. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Select “NO” to cancel the angle/height measurement. V-AUX V-AUX Attach the supplied pole to the center of the microphone base.
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Use the Cursor keys to select “Save/Cancel” and press Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit. ENTER. This completes optimization of the speaker settings. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Caution To check the measurement results, select “Result”. For details, see “Checking V-AUX V-AUX The YPAO microphone is sensitive to heat, so should not be placed anywhere...
Checking the measurement results Horizontal angle of each speaker at the listening Angle (Horizontal) position You can check the YPAO measurement results. Height of the presence speakers above the level of the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Height listening position After the measurement, use the Cursor keys to select V-AUX V-AUX To finish checking the results and return to the previous...
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.
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...
Connecting to a network device wirelessly ⬛ Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing a Connecting without a wireless router (access point) wireless connection. Connect a mobile device to the unit directly. You can use the application for smartphone / tablet “AV CONTROLLER”...
Connecting the unit to a wireless network Use the Cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the Cursor keys (e/r) to select “Network”. RECEIVER z Select a connection method according to your environment.
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⬛ Using the WPS push button configuration After checking the on-screen message, use the Cursor You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS keys (e/r) and ENTER to select “NEXT”. button. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z This configuration does not work if the security method of your wireless router (access...
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⬛ 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 button desired connection method and select “NEXT”. configuration method, follow the procedure below to configure the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER...
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Searching for an access point Setting up the wireless connection manually If you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the unit If you select “Manual Setting” as the connection method, the wireless starts searching for access points. After a while, the list of available connection setting screen appears on the TV.
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Using the PIN code Use the Cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key If you select “PIN Code” as the connection method, the list of available and select “NEXT”. access points appears on the TV screen. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER If you select “None”...
Connecting a mobile device to the unit Use the Cursor keys (q/w) and ENTER to check “Wireless directly (Wireless Direct) Direct” and select “OK”. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z Follow the procedure below to connect a mobile device to the unit directly.
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Use the Cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key Configure the Wi-Fi settings of a mobile device. and select “NEXT”. For details on settings of your mobile device, refer to the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER instruction manual of the mobile device. If you select “None”...
Connecting to the MusicCast network MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, Adding the unit to the MusicCast network SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices.
PLAYBACK SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Basic playback procedure V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD On-screen input selection TUNER BLUETOOTH player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 a Press ON SCREEN.
Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound program, HDMI output and various settings with just one touch. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can use up to 12 scenes to register your favorite settings and switch them depending on a playback source. V-AUX V-AUX Press SCENE.
Registering a scene Selecting setting items to be included as scene assignments SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Set the unit to the condition (such as input source and In addition to the default scene assignments (Input, HDMI Output and sound program) that you want to assign to a scene. Mode), you can also include the following setting items as the scene V-AUX assignments in “Detail”...
This mode lets you enjoy unprocessed sounds in original channels – (RX-A2060 only) Any of CINEMA DSP program is selected. (p.81). INPUT INPUT • (RX-A3060 only) TV VOL TV VOL TV CH TV CH When the Dolby Atmos decoder is working, virtual surround processing (such...
* CINEMA DSP HD : RX-A3060, CINEMA DSP 3D: RX-A2060 virtual spaces reproduced with clear separation between dialogue, sound effects, The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP and background music. technology (CINEMA DSP HD /CINEMA DSP 3D).
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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 The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. light entertainment programs. In sports broadcasts, the commentators’ voices Sports are positioned clearly at the center, while the atmosphere inside the stadium is You can also select stereo playback.
If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 9ch Stereo) when no surround makes the powerful reflections converge toward the stage located in the center. speakers are connected, the unit utilizes Yamaha’s original virtual surround technology to The warehouse resembles some lofts in Soho. Sound reflects off the concrete...
⬛ Enjoying unprocessed playback Playing back in extended multichannel (surround decoder) You can play back input sources without any sound field effect SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel playback from processing. 2-channel or multichannel sources. ⬛ V-AUX V-AUX Playing back in original channels (straight...
(except when a Dolby SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER (Compressed Music Enhancer) Atmos content is played). • (RX-A3060 only) When the Dolby Surround or Neural:X decoder is selected, virtual surround V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO processing (such as Virtual CINEMA FRONT) (p.80) does not work.
Listening to FM/AM radio You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio Setting the frequency steps stations. (Brazil, Asia and General models only) At the factory, the frequency step setting is set to 50 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM. Depending •...
Selecting a frequency for reception Registering favorite radio stations (presets) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 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 BAND to select a band (FM or AM).
⬛ Selecting a preset station Radio Data System tuning Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. (U.K. and Europe models only) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in Press TUNER to select “TUNER”...
⬛ Receiving traffic information Program service name Program Service automatically Current program type Program Type SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER When “TUNER” is selected as the input source, the unit automatically Information on the current program Radio Text receives traffic information. To enable this function, follow the Current time Clock Time procedure below to set the traffic information station.
⬛ Operating the radio on the TV Browse screen You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the TV. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. V-AUX V-AUX The playback screen is displayed on the TV. AUDIO AUDIO PHONO...
Playing back music via Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as Playing back Bluetooth device music on the SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER smartphones) on the unit. Also, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones.
Enjoying audio using Bluetooth The checkmark indicates the Bluetooth device currently selected. speakers/headphones SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER While the Bluetooth speakers/headphones are in the Follow the procedure below to establish a Bluetooth connection pairing mode, use the Cursor keys to select “CONNECT” between Bluetooth speakers/headphones and the unit, and enjoy audio V-AUX and press ENTER.
Playing back music stored on a USB storage device You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Connecting a USB storage device The unit supports USB mass storage class devices (FAT16 or FAT32 format). Connect the USB storage device to the USB jack.
Playback of USB storage device contents Use the Cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device contents If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER...
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⬛ ⬛ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE Status indicators Status indicators SCENE SCENE Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.93) and playback status (such as...
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⬛ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER When “USB” is selected as the input source, press V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the Cursor keys to select “Shuffle”...
Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. For Windows Media Player 11 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.49). 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 ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER...
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⬛ ⬛ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE Status indicators Status indicators SCENE SCENE Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.97) and playback status (such as...
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⬛ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, press V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH Use the Cursor keys to select “Shuffle”...
Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.49). You can check V-AUX V-AUX Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO”...
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⬛ ⬛ Browse screen Playback screen SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO PHONO PHONO TUNER TUNER BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH MAIN MAIN 2 3 4 2 3 4 PARTY PARTY HDMI OUT HDMI OUT ZONE ZONE Playback indicator Playback indicator SCENE SCENE Playback information...
Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmarks”, you SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Access the vTuner website (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) can quickly access to them from the “Bookmarks” folder in the browse with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID. screen.
Playing back iTunes/iPod 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 Router on the iPod.
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⬛ Playback screen • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by setting “Network Standby” (p.143) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER • You can edit the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on iTunes/iPod in “Network Name”...
For example, while you are watching TV in the living room (main zone), another person can consult with your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center about the multi-zone connections that listen to PC music in the study room (Zone2), and another can listen to radio in the guest room best meet your requirements.
⬛ Enjoying videos/music in other rooms Preparing the multi zone system You can enjoy videos/music using TVs placed in other rooms. Connect the device that will be used in other rooms to the unit. Enjoying videos/music using a TV and speakers Caution •...
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(COMPONENT VIDEO or VIDEO) Zone2 or Zone3 Main zone (RX-A3060 only) You cannot use an external amplifier for Zone2 when the ZONE OUT/PRE OUT jacks are set to output front Zone2 or Zone3 presence channel audio in “Power Amp Assign” (p.131) in the “Setup” menu. Also, you cannot use an external amplifier for Zone3 when the ZONE OUT/PRE OUT jacks are configured to output rear presence channel audio.
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⬛ Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back videos/audio • When the HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack is assigned to Zone2, you can enable/disable the audio output from the HDMI OUT 2 jack by setting “Audio Output” (p.147) in the “Setup” menu to “On” or “Off” (default). Connect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at Zone2 or •...
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Remote connections between Yamaha products (remote connection) An infrared signal transmitter is not required if you are using Yamaha products that support remote connections, as the unit does. You can transmit remote control signals by connecting You can operate the unit and external devices from Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 using the supplied the REMOTE IN/OUT jacks with monaural mini-jack cables and an infrared signal receiver.
Controlling Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 Start playback on the external device or select a radio station. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Use the ZONE switch to select a zone. RECEIVER z Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. For details on the following operations, see the corresponding Press RECEIVER z.
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⬛ ⬛ Other operations for Zone2, Zone3 or Enjoying the same source in multiple Zone4 rooms (party mode) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The following functions are also available when the zone you want to The party mode allows you to play back in all zones the same music that operate is enabled.
Registering favorite items (shortcut) You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents as shortcuts Recalling a registered item SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER and access them directly by selecting the shortcut numbers. Recall a registered item by selecting the shortcut number. V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...
Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) You can control the unit with the web control screen displayed in a web browser. • You can check the IP address of the unit in “Network” (p.152) in the “Information” menu. Web browser •...
Top menu screen Control screen PLAY INFO CONTROL Selects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone. Moves to the control screen for the selected zone. TOP MENU STATUS Moves to the top menu screen. Turns on/off the power for each zone or displays the input source and volume set for each zone. SCENE SETTINGS Selects a scene for the selected zone.
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.
Viewing the current status You can view the current status (input or DSP program currently SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Currently input Item selected) on the front panel display or TV. source Song (song title), Album (album name), Station (station V-AUX V-AUX NET RADIO name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio...
Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This menu is Option menu items available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback.
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⬛ YPAO Volume (YPAO Volume) Item Function Page Enables/disables YPAO Volume or Adaptive DRC. Corrects volume differences between input Input Trim (In.Trim) sources. YPAO Volume (YPAO Vol.) Selects the audio input jack to use when more Input Settings Audio Select than one audio connection is made for one input (Input Settings) (A.Sel)
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⬛ ⬛ Dialogue (Dialog) Lipsync Adjustment (Lipsync Adj.) Adjusts the volume or perceive height of dialogue sounds. Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. Setting range Dialogue Level (Dialog Lvl) 0 ms to 500 ms (1 ms increments) Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds. If dialogue sounds cannot be heard clearly, you can turn up its volume by increasing this setting.
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⬛ ⬛ Enhancer (Enhancer) Video Processing (Video Process.) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer and the high-resolution mode. Configures the video signal processing settings. Enhancer (Enhancer) Video Mode (V.M) Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer (p.82). Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution, aspect ratio and video adjustments) settings configured in “Processing”...
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⬛ ⬛ Input Settings (Input Settings) FM Mode (FM Mode) Configures the input settings. Switches between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception. Settings This setting is applied separately to each input source. Stereo (Stereo) Receives FM radio in stereo sounds. Mono (Mono) Receives FM radio in monaural sounds.
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. To return to the previous screen during menu operations, press RETURN.
Input menu items Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry. • Available items vary depending on the selected input source. • Default settings are underlined. Item Function Page Changes the input source name and icon. Rename/Icon Select Decoder Mode Sets the format of digital audio playback to DTS.
⬛ 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.75) using the TV screen. Input sources AirPlay Press ON SCREEN. Settings Use the cursor keys to select “Scene” and press ENTER. Disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod.
Scene menu items Detail Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. You can also view the settings currently assigned to the selected scene. Item Function Page To include items as the scene assignments, use the cursor keys to select an item and press Save Registers the current settings in the selected scene.
⬛ Rename/Icon Select Configuring sound programs/surround decoders Changes the scene name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. (DSP Program menu) ⬛ Setup procedure You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the TV Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w).
DSP Program menu items Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. • Available items and the default settings vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. • Default settings are underlined. ⬛ Settings for sound programs Item Function Settings...
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⬛ Settings for decoders Item Function Settings The following items are available when you set “Decode Type” of “SURROUND DECODER” to 0 ms to 250 ms Adjusts the delay between the direct Reverb Delay sound and reverberant sound Higher to enhance the delay effect, “bSurround”...
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. To return to the previous screen during menu operations, press RETURN.
Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Auto Setup Automatically optimizes the speaker settings (YPAO). Registers two speaker setting patterns and switches between them. Setting Pattern Setting Data Copy Copies the “Setting Pattern” parameters in the specified direction. Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system.
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Enables/disables CINEMA DSP 3D. Virtual Presence Speaker Selects whether to create Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center, and surround speakers. (RX-A3060 only) Virtual Surround Back Speaker Selects whether to create Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers.
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Menu Item Function Page Main Zone Set Zone Rename Changes the zone name (for main zone) displayed on the front display or TV screen. Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 or Zone3 output. Max Volume Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 limit value of the volume. Initial Volume Sets the Zone2 or Zone3 initial volume for when the unit is turned on.
You can select a zone to be assigned to the EXTRA SP 1 and EXTRA SP 2 jacks (default: Zone2 for EXTRA SP 1, Zone3 for EXTRA SP 2). Settings (RX-A3060 only) Pattern1, Pattern2 7.2.4 [ext.RP] Select this option when you use the 7.2.4 system including rear presence channel expansion using an external amplifier (p.33).
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None The front speakers will produce center channel audio. You can select a zone to be assigned to the EXTRA SP 2 jacks (default: Zone2). (RX-A3060 only) Surround 7.2.4 Bi-Amp Select this option when you use the 7.2.4 system including bi-amp front speakers, [ext.FP+RP]...
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Surround Back Rear Presence Selects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their sizes. Selects whether or not rear presence speakers are connected and their size. Settings Settings Select this option when one large speaker is connected. Large Select this option for large speakers.
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Layout Rear Presence Selects a rear presence layout when rear presence speakers are used. This setting facilitates Selects the layouts of the surround speakers, front/rear presence speakers and subwoofers. the optimization of the sound field effect. Surround Settings Selects a surround speaker layout when surround speakers are used. Rear Height Select this option when rear presence speakers are installed on the rear side wall.
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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 from 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.
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⬛ Adjustment Max Volume Sets the limit value of the volumes. Adjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Auto/Manual Select” is set to “Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when “Auto/Manual Select” is set to Setting range “Auto”.
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Selects whether to create Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers. Enables/disables CINEMA DSP HD (RX-A3060) or CINEMA DSP 3D (RX-A2060) (p.78). If this When VSBS is enabled, the unit creates VSBS when no surround back speakers are connected.
Video Aspect Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. Configures the video output settings. Settings Through Does not convert the aspect ratio. Outputs 4:3 video signals to a 16:9 TV with black bands on either side of the 16:9 Normal screen.
Detail Enhancement HDMI Adjusts the enhancement effect of video details. Configures the HDMI settings. Setting range 0 to 50 Edge Enhancement Adjusts the enhancement effect of video edges. Setting range 0 to 50 Brightness Adjusts the video brightness. ⬛ HDMI Control Setting range Enables/disables HDMI Control (p.179).
HDMI OUT1, HDMI OUT2 Enables/disables ARC (p.180) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT 1 jack or HDMI OUT 2 jack. Settings Settings Disables ARC. Disables the audio output from the TV. Enables ARC.
⬛ Network IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Configures the network settings. DHCP Select whether to use a DHCP server. Settings Does not use a DHCP server. Configure the network parameters manually. For details, see “Manual network settings”. Uses a DHCP server to automatically obtain the unit’s network parameters (such as IP address).
⬛ Network Standby To save the changes, use the cursor keys to select “OK” and press ENTER. Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby). To exit from the menu, press ON SCREEN. Settings ⬛...
⬛ Bluetooth Audio Send Configures the Bluetooth settings when the unit is used as the Bluetooth audio transmitter. Configures the Bluetooth settings. Transmitter Enables/disables the Bluetooth audio transmitter function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy audio played back on the unit using Bluetooth speakers/headphones (p.89).
⬛ Multi Zone Zone2 Set, Zone3 Set Configures the Zone2 or Zone3 settings. Configures the multi zone settings. Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 or Zone3 output. If you have connected an external amplifier with volume control to the unit, disable the volume adjustment for the corresponding zone.
Audio Delay Extra Bass Adjusts the audio output timing for Zone2 or Zone3 so that the audio is synchronized with the Enables/disables Extra Bass for Zone2 or Zone3 output. When Extra Bass is enabled, you can video. enjoy enhanced bass sounds, regardless of the size of speakers. Setting range Settings 0 ms to 100 ms (1 ms increments)
⬛ HDMI OUT2 Assign Function Select the zone for which the HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack is used. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. Settings Main, Zone2, Zone4 For details on video/audio signals that can be output to each zone, see “Multi-zone output” (p.178). Audio Output Enables/disables the audio output from the HDMI OUT 2 jack when “HDMI OUT2 Assign”...
⬛ Trigger Output1, Trigger Output2 You cannot assign both COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to the same input source. Sets the TRIGGER OUT 1-2 jacks to function in sync with the power status of each zone or input switching. ⬛ Display Set Trigger Mode Configures the settings related to the front display and TV screen display.
⬛ Target Zone Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Specifies the zone with which the TRIGGER OUT jack functions are synchronized. Settings Settings Does not protect the settings. When “Trigger Mode” is set to “Power”, electronic signal transmission is synchronized with the power status of the main zone.
⬛ ECO Mode Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. Configures the power supply settings. You can reduce the unit’s power consumption by setting “ECO Mode” to “On”. After setting, be sure to press ENTER to restart the unit. Settings Disables the eco mode. Enables the eco mode.
Viewing information about the unit Types of information (Information menu) You can check the following information in the Information menu. You can view information about the unit using the TV screen. ⬛ Audio Signal Press ON SCREEN. Displays information about the current audio signal. Format Audio format of the input signal Use the cursor keys to select “Information”...
⬛ HDMI Monitor (When using Wireless Direct) Displays information about the TVs connected to the HDMI OUT jacks. SSID The SSID of the wireless network Use the cursor keys (q/w) to switch between “OUT1” and “OUT2”. Security Security method Security Key Security key Interface TV interface...
Configuring the system settings ADVANCED SETUP menu items (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Default settings are underlined. Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display. Item Function Page Set the unit to standby mode. SPEAKER IMP. Changes the speaker impedance setting. REMOTE SENSOR Turns on/off of the remote control sensor on the main unit.
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 Change the unit’s speaker impedance settings depending on the impedance of the speakers remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.
Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT) Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) TV FORMAT 4K MODE NTSC MODE 2 Switch the video signal type of the unit so that it matches to the format of your TV. Select the format of signals input/output at the unit when HDMI 4K (60 Hz/50Hz) compatible TV and playback device are connected to the unit.
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 Once the remote control code is successfully registered, SOURCE blinks Under the unit’s default settings, the amplifier code (Yamaha: 5098) is set for all the twice. TOP MENU TOP MENU POP-UP/MENU POP-UP/MENU input selection keys. With this setting, you can control HDMI Control-compatible...
⬛ Registering the remote control codes for Playback device operations playback devices Once you have registered the remote control code for your playback device, you can control it using the following keys after selecting the SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE z You can use the unit’s remote control to operate playback devices if you input source or scene.
Resetting remote control codes You can reset a remote control code registered to each input selection SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE key. RECEIVER Press CODE SET. V-AUX AUDIO Input selection keys PHONO SOURCE blinks twice. TUNER BLUETOOTH Perform each of the following steps within 1 minute. Otherwise, the setting will be canceled.
In this case, pressing ENTER in the “System” screen. update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.156). • For details on update, visit the Yamaha website. Information icon PROGRAM PROGRAM...
If you want to fix the volume, use “Initial Volume” in the “Setup” menu to set the volume to be When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another Yamaha applied when the receiver is turned on (p.137). You can also set the initial volume for Zone2 or product or another remote control may work on the unit.
Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.
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Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.6). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong The unit cannot be controlled using the remote Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
Audio Problem Cause Remedy Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. Some digital audio formats cannot be played back on the unit. To check the audio No sound. Signals that the unit cannot reproduce are being input. format of the input signal, use “Audio Signal”...
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Problem Cause Remedy Change the audio output setting on your TV so that the TV audio is output from the The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers. speakers connected to the unit. A TV that does not support ARC is connected to the unit only with an Use a digital optical cable to make an audio connection (p.41).
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.
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 reception FM radio reception is weak or noisy. (p.119).
Bluetooth Problem Cause Remedy The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the Bluetooth function (p.144). Another Bluetooth device is already connected to the unit. Terminate the current Bluetooth connection and then establish a new connection (p.88). The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart. Move the Bluetooth device closer to the unit.
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 There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the service may have been The selected Internet radio station is currently not available. stopped. Try the station later or select another station. Some Internet radio stations broadcast silence at certain of times of the day. Try the The selected Internet radio station is currently broadcasting silence.
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.
Glossary This section explains the technical terms used in this manual. Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is an advanced lossless audio format developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. to offer a high-definition home theater experience with the quality of the studio master. Dolby TrueHD can carry up to eight channels of 96 Audio information (audio decoding format) kHz/24-bit audio (up to six channels of 192 kHz/24-bit audio) simultaneously.
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DTS Neo:6 WMA (Windows Media Audio) DTS Neo:6 enables 6-channel playback from 2-channel sources. There are two modes available: “Music mode” for One of the compressed digital audio formats developed by Microsoft Corporation. With psychoacoustic music sources and “Cinema mode” for movie sources. This technology provides discrete full-bandwidth matrix technologies, this compression method achieves a high compression rate.
Audio information (others) HDMI and video information Bi-amplification connection (Bi-amp) Component video signal A bi-amplification connection uses two amplifiers for a speaker. When you use the bi-amplification connection, the With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and the Pb and unit drives the tweeter and woofer in a speaker with the discrete amplifiers.
Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the Internet sound that you hear. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology wirelessly using radio waves. Wi-Fi offers the advantage of eliminating the complexity of making connections with provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own home.
Supported devices and file formats File formats For information about specifications of each file, refer to the instruction manual of your This section explains the devices and file formats supported by the unit. recording device or consult file's help. Supported devices ⬛...
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.139) in the “Setup” menu. •...
Multi-zone output Video/audio signals that can be output to Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4 vary depending on how you connect the device in each zone to the unit's output jacks. Audio output Video output Using the unit’s internal MONITOR OUT/ZONE OUT jacks (*8) Using an external amplifier (p.105) amplifier (p.39) HDMI OUT 2 (ZONE OUT) jack (*9)
Information on HDMI (Example) HDMI Control HDMI Control This section explains the functions related to HDMI and its signal compatibility. HDMI Control Playback starts Turns on and displays video from the playback device HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that Press SCENE (BD/DVD) supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as power To use HDMI Control, you need to perform the following HDMI Control link setup after...
Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select “HDMI”. • If HDMI Control does not work properly, try unplugging the TV in Step 3 and plugging in the TV again in Step 4. It may solve the problem. Also, HDMI Control may not work if the number of connected devices exceeds the limit.
HDMI signal compatibility Audio signals Compatible media Audio signal type Audio signal format (example) 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, BD (Blu-ray disc), HD Multichannel Linear PCM 8ch, 32 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit 2 to 5.1ch, 2.8224 MHz, 1 bit SACD Bitstream...
F. PRESENCE EXTRA SP1 EXTRA SP2 ANTENNA ( 4 RADIO ) SINGLE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/F.PRESENCE ZONE 2/ZONE 3/BI-AMP (RX-A3060 U.S.A. model) The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Identifier Mark is a certification mark of Wi-Fi under license.
(SUBWOOFER 1-2, Stereo/Front&Rear/Monox2) – BT.2020 Colorimetry TUNER – Headphone x 1 – HDR (High Dynamic Range) [RX-A3060] • Analog Tuner – HD audio playback – Pre Out x 11 (FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND [U.K. and Europe models] – Selectable HDMI input in HDMI standby mode BACK L/R, F.PRESENCE L/R *3, R.PRESENCE L/R *4)
Center ..................155 W MusicCast • Rated Output Power (2-channel driven) Surround L/R ...............155 W+155 W [RX-A3060] • Controlled by MusicCast Application (iOS, Android) Surround Back L/R ............155 W+155 W (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.06% THD, 6 Ω) • MusicCast Link Client ..........Main, Zone2, Zone3 Front Presence L/R............155 W+155 W...
Center ................190 W/ch • Dynamic Power (IHF) AUDIO 2 etc..............110 dB or more Surround L/R ..............190 W/ch [RX-A3060] • Residual Noise (IHF-A Network) Surround Back L/R ............190 W/ch Front L/R (8/6/4/2 Ω) ........175/220/295/410 W Speaker Out..............
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* The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the [Australia model] ............AC 240 V, 50 Hz publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha [U.K. and Europe models] .......... AC 230 V, 50 Hz website then download the manual file.
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Supplement for Pandora® Using the Pandora service The Pandora service is available in the U.S.A., Australia and New Press NET repeatedly to select “Pandora” Perform the following procedure. Zealand only. as the input source. Le service Pandora est disponible aux États-Unis, en Australie et If you select “YES”...
If you select “NO” in Step 4 Perform the following procedure. a Write down the URL and active code shown in the • If playback of any Pandora station is ongoing, the playback screen is displayed. Press RETURN to display the browse If both artists and tracks are found screen.
■ Browse screen Playback of Pandora stations Menu Submenu Function Now Playing Moves to the playback screen. If you have created Pandora stations, follow the Closes the screen display and shows procedure below to select a Pandora station to be Screen Off the background.
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Supplement for Rhapsody Using the Rhapsody® service Rhapsody® account sign-in ® The Rhapsody service is available in the U.S.A. only. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter ® Le service Rhapsody est disponible aux États-Unis uniquement. your user name and select “OK”. If you have not signed in to your Rhapsody account yet, the sign-in screen appears when you select “Rhapsody”.
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Playback of Rhapsody® contents Menu Submenu Function Use the cursor keys to select an item and Starts playback of the selected song/ press ENTER. Follow the procedure below to operate the Rhapsody Play album or radio channel. contents and start playback. If a song or a radio channel is selected, playback Add track Adds the song selected in the list to...
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■ Playback screen ■ Shuffle/repeat settings Removing the Rhapsody account You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for Follow the procedure below to remove your Rhapsody playback of Rhapsody contents. account from this unit. When “Rhapsody” is selected as the input Press ON SCREEN.
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Agreement for complete terms at siriusxm.com. In” and press ENTER. All fees and programming are subject to change. How to Access SiriusXM on your Yamaha Receiver If you already have a SiriusXM All Access paid or trial subscription and need to create a •...
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Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your mobile devices. Just hit play to stream anything you like. The Spotify Connect feature lets you choose music on your Spotify app and listen on your Yamaha home entertainment system.
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■ Playback of SiriusXM content Browse screen Use the cursor keys and press ENTER to enter your username and select “OK”. Follow the procedure below to operate the SiriusXM content and start playback. Press NET repeatedly to select “SiriusXM” as the input source. The browse screen is displayed on the TV.
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