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Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A740 Owner's Manual

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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

    CONTENTS Accessories ............5 Connecting recording devices .
  • Page 3 Playing back iPod music ......... 59 CONFIGURATIONS Connecting an iPod .
  • Page 4 Yamaha technologies ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    Accessories Operating range of the remote control Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within the operating range shown below.  Remote control ...

  • 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.59 • iPod/iPhone/iPad acoustic spaces in various styles. . p.62 • USB .

  • Page 7: Full Of Useful Functions

    By using the application for smartphone/tablet “AV signal) (p.109) CONTROLLER”, you can control the unit from an • System settings (p.111) iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the Yamaha website for details. FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit...

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel 3 4 5 MAIN ZONE PURE DIRECT MEMORY PRESET TUNING ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL INFO INPUT VOLUME SCENE BD/DVD RADIO VIDEO PHONES YPAO MIC TONE CONTROL PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA HDMI/ VIDEO 2.1A MHL 5V H I J MAIN ZONE z key FM and AM keys...

  • Page 9: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) ENHANCER STEREO TUNED SLEEP MUTE ZONE VOL. ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL L C R FPR SLEEP Speaker indicators Lights up when the unit is in the eco mode (p.108). Lights up when the sleep timer is on. Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output. Front speaker (L) HDMI MUTE...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear panel TRIGGER OUT WIRELESS 0.1A DC OUT HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT 0.5A (BD/DVD) (NET) AC IN EXTRA SP ZONE2/F.PRESENCE REMOTE OPTICAL VIDEO (TV) ANTENNA COMPONENT (RADIO) VIDEO COAXIAL SPEAKERS VIDEO VIDEO FRONT CENTER...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    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.54). z (receiver power) key BAND Switches between FM and AM radio. Turns on/off (standby) the unit. PRESET Select a preset station.

  • Page 12: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.13) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.17) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.21) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.23) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.

  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5.1-channel system Front 5.1-channel system (using presence speakers) This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and is suited for enjoying 3-dimensional sound field, and creates the virtual surround speakers using the front 5.1-channel contents.

  • Page 16: Setting The Speaker Impedance

    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 17: Connecting Speakers

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting speakers Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. 7.1+2-channel system 7.1-channel system The following diagrams provide connections for 7.1+2-, (using surround back speakers) 7.1-, and 6.1-channel systems as examples. For other systems, connect speakers while referring to the connection diagram for the 6.1-channel system.
  • Page 18 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 19: Connecting Front Speakers That Support Bi-Amp Connections

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ Connecting the subwoofer Connecting front speakers that Caution support bi-amp connections Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer. • Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or cables that connect a woofer with a tweeter.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a TV ■ Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. Component/composite video connection You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. When connecting any video device with a component video cable, connect the TV to To maximize the performance of the unit, we recommend connecting a TV with an HDMI the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.
  • Page 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) MONITOR OUT The unit (rear) (VIDEO) jack Video input (composite video) TRIGGER OUT 0.1A DC OUT HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 0.5A HDMI OUT...

  • Page 23: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting playback devices ■ The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow Component video connection you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.

  • Page 24: 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 25 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 26: Connecting Audio Devices (Such As Cd Players)

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) Connecting to the jacks on the front panel Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending on Use the VIDEO AUX jack to temporarily connect a playback device to the unit.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Fm/Am Antennas

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ❑ MHL connection Connecting the FM/AM antennas Connect an MHL-compatible mobile device (such as smartphones) to the unit with an MHL cable. You can enjoy full HD videos and multichannel audio sources stored on the Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.

  • Page 28: Connecting A Network Cable Or The Wireless Antenna

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting a network cable or the wireless antenna Connect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or connect the Connecting the wireless antenna supplied wireless antenna for establishing a wireless network connection. You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and Connect the supplied wireless antenna to the unit for establishing a wireless network Network Attached Storage (NAS), on the unit.

  • Page 29: Connecting Other Devices

    The trigger function can control an external device in conjunction with operating the output analog video/audio signals selected as the input. unit (such as powering on/off and input selection). If you have a Yamaha subwoofer that supports a system connection or a device with a trigger input jack, you can use the trigger function by connecting the external device to the TRIGGER OUT jack.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power Cable

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Connecting the power cable After all the connections are complete, connect the supplied power cable to the unit and then to an AC wall outlet. The unit (rear) WIRELESS NETWORK (NET) AC IN...

  • Page 31: 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 To confirm the setting, press ENTER. V-AUX V-AUX (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese.

  • Page 32: 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 Place the YPAO microphone at your listening V-AUX V-AUX detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to...
  • Page 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 The following screen appears on the TV. • To check the measurement results, select “Result”. For details, see HDMI HDMI “Checking the measurement results” (p.34). V-AUX V-AUX Use the cursor keys to select “Save/Cancel” and AUDIO AUDIO press ENTER.

  • Page 34: Checking The Measurement Results

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Checking the measurement results Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit. HDMI HDMI You can check the YPAO measurement results. This completes optimization of the speaker settings. V-AUX V-AUX After the measurement, use the cursor keys to Caution select “Result”...

  • Page 35: Reloading The Previous Ypao Adjustments

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments HDMI HDMI When the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable, follow the procedure below to discard the manual settings V-AUX V-AUX and reload the previous YPAO adjustments.

  • Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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.39). • You cannot use the wireless network connection simultaneously with the wired (network cable) connection (p.28) or Wireless Direct (p.44).

  • Page 39: 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 to select “Setup” and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. There are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.
  • Page 40 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ■ B: Using the WPS push button Connect the iOS device to the USB jack, and disable configuration HDMI HDMI the screen lock on the iOS device. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the V-AUX V-AUX The unit (front)
  • Page 41 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 42 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 43 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 44: 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 45 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 46: Playback

    PLAYBACK HDMI Basic playback procedure V-AUX Input selection keys AUDIO On-screen input selection Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or TUNER BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 a Press ON SCREEN. b Use the cursor keys to select “Input”...

  • Page 47: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) HDMI HDMI The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, Configuring scene assignments V-AUX V-AUX sound program, and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off with just one touch. AUDIO AUDIO Perform the following operations to prepare the...

  • Page 48: 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 49: 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 50 ■ ❑ 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 51: 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 52: 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 sources. When a multichannel source is input, it works the same way as the straight decode mode.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Listening To Fm/Am Radio

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

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 57: Operating The Radio On The Tv

    Operating the radio on the TV Menu Submenu Function HDMI HDMI (U.K. and Europe models only) You can view the radio information or select a radio station on the Switches to FM/AM. V-AUX V-AUX Tuning (+/-) Selects a frequency. Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input AUDIO AUDIO Manual Tuning...
  • Page 58 ■ Browse screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 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 59: Playing Back Ipod Music

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

  • Page 60: Playback Screen

    ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.61) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.61) and playback status (such as play/pause).
  • Page 61 ■ ■ Operating the iPod itself or remote control Shuffle/repeat settings (simple play) You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod. HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. • During simple play, configure the shuffle/repeat settings directly on your iPod or The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 62: 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 AUDIO AUDIO...
  • Page 63 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press HDMI HDMI ENTER. If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback V-AUX V-AUX screen is displayed. AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO...
  • Page 64 ■ ■ Playback screen Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB HDMI HDMI storage device contents. V-AUX V-AUX When “USB” is selected as the input source, press AUDIO AUDIO OPTION. TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle”...

  • Page 65: 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.28). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit in “Network”...

  • Page 66: 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 screen is displayed.
  • Page 67 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Status indicators Status indicators PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.68) and playback status Display the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.68) and playback status (such as play/pause).
  • Page 68 ■ Shuffle/repeat settings You can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC HDMI HDMI music content. V-AUX V-AUX When “SERVER” is selected as the input source, AUDIO AUDIO press OPTION. TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 Use the cursor keys to select “Shuffle”...

  • Page 69: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio HDMI HDMI You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. Playback of Internet radio V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the • To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet (p.28). You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly input source.
  • Page 70 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO AUDIO TUNER TUNER MAIN MAIN ZONE 2 ZONE 2 SCENE SCENE RADIO RADIO Playback indicator Playback indicator PROGRAM PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME List name Playback information Displays the station name, album name, song title, and elapsed time. Contents list TOP MENU TOP MENU...

  • Page 71: 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 browse screen. (http://yradio.vtuner.com/) with the web browser on your PC and enter the vTuner ID.

  • Page 72: Playing Back Music With Airplay

    Playing back music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network. Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents iTunes Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 73 Operation menu Select a song and start playback. Press the cursor key (r) and then use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item. Press ENTER to confirm the selection. HDMI HDMI To close the submenu, press RETURN. The unit automatically selects “AirPlay” as the input source and V-AUX V-AUX starts playback.

  • Page 74: Playing Back Music In Multiple Rooms (Multi-Zone)

    Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room Preparing Zone2 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 75: 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 76 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 77: Controlling Zone2

    Controlling Zone2 Start playback on the external device or select a HDMI HDMI radio station. Set MAIN/ZONE2 to “ZONE2”. Refer to the instruction manual for the external device. V-AUX V-AUX AV 5–6 AUDIO 1–2 For details on the following operations, see the Press z (receiver power).

  • Page 78: Controlling The Unit From A Web Browser (Web Control)

    • By using the application for smartphone/tablet “AV CONTROLLER”, you can control the unit from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the Yamaha website for details. • To use this function, the unit and your PC must be connected to the same router.

  • Page 79: Control Screen

    ■ ■ 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 80 ■ Settings screen Note • If the network settings are changed, you may need to restart the browser or regain access to the unit. • When using the MAC address filter, make sure you specify the MAC addresses of your network devices correctly.

  • Page 81: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status HDMI HDMI V-AUX V-AUX Switching information on the front display Input source group Item AUDIO AUDIO Song (song title), Artist (artist name), Album (album name), DSP Program (sound mode name), Audio Press INFO. TUNER TUNER Decoder (decoder name*) SERVER MAIN MAIN...

  • Page 82: Configuring Playback Settings For Different Playback Sources

    Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources. This Option menu items menu is available on the front panel (or on the TV screen), allowing you to easily configure settings during playback. Press OPTION.
  • Page 83 ■ 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 Choices adjusted when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for Treble (Treble), Bass (Bass) listening to playback at a low volume at night.
  • Page 84 ■ Setting range Video Processing (Video Process.) 0 to 5 (The bigger the value the higher the position) Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Processing” (p.100) in the “Setup” menu. Settings Direct (Direct) Disables the video signal processing. Ideal position Processing (Processing) Enables the video signal processing.

  • Page 85: 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 86 ■ ■ Rename/Icon Select Audio In Changes the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen. Combines the video jack of the selected input source with an audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. Input sources •...

  • Page 87: 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.47) 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 88: Scene Menu Items

    ■ Load Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. Loads the settings registered for the selected scene. Select “DETAIL” to configure the SCENE link playback setting or view the scene assignments. Device Control Recalls a selected scene and starts its playback on an external device connected to the unit via HDMI.

  • Page 89: 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 (Sound Program menu) ■ Setup procedure You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the Use the cursor keys (e/r) to select an icon and press the cursor key (w).

  • Page 90: Sound Program Menu Items

    Sound Program menu items Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER. • Available items vary depending on the selected sound program or surround decoder. • Default settings are underlined. ■ Settings for sound programs Item Function Settings bPro Logic*, bPLIIx Movie...
  • Page 91 ■ 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 92: 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 93: 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 94 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 95: Speaker (Manual Setup)

    Speaker (Manual Setup) Front Configures the speaker settings manually. Selects the size of the front speakers. Settings Select this option for large speakers. • Default settings are underlined. Large The front speakers will produce all of the front channel frequency components.
  • Page 96 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 97 ■ ■ 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 98: 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 99: 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 Settings “Auto/Manual Select”...

  • Page 100: Video

    Video Aspect Configures the video output settings. Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “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 101: Hdmi

    HDMI Configures the HDMI settings. Enables/disables ARC (p.130) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. 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 102: Network

    ■ Audio Output Network Selects a device to output audio. Configures the network settings. • This setting is available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”. Enables/disables the audio output from the speakers connected to the unit. Settings Disables the audio output from the speakers. Enables the audio output from the speakers.

  • Page 103: Network Standby

    ■ ■ 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 104: Multi Zone

    ■ Network Name Multi Zone Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network Configures the multi zone settings. devices. ■ Procedure Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename and select “ENTER” to confirm the entry.

  • Page 105: Function

    ■ Zone2 Set Function Configures the Zone2 settings. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. 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 •...

  • Page 106: Power Mode

    “Trigger Mode” is set to “Source”. Power Mode Choices HDMI 1–5, AV 1–6, V-AUX, AUDIO 1–2, TUNER, (network sources), USB Selects how to supply power to the Yamaha AV accessory connected to the DC Settings OUT jack. Settings Stops the electronic signal transmission when you switch to the input source specified in this option.

  • Page 107: Eco

    ■ Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings. Configures the power supply settings. Settings Does not protect the settings. Protects the settings until “Off” is selected. • When “Memory Guard” is set to “On”, the lock icon (o) is displayed on the menu screen. Icon ■...

  • Page 108: 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 109: Viewing Information About The Unit (Information Menu)

    Types of information Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) ■ Audio Signal You can view information about the unit using the TV screen. Displays information about the current audio signal. Format Audio format of the input signal Press ON SCREEN. The number of source channels in the input signal (front/surround/LFE) Use the cursor keys to select “Information”...
  • Page 110 ■ ■ 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.111) TV Format The unit’s video signal type (p.112) IP Address IP address Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the unit (p.111)

  • Page 111: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

    Change the unit’s remote control ID so that it matches the remote control’s ID (default: Press MAIN ZONE z to set the unit to standby mode and turn it on again. ID1). When using multiple Yamaha AV receivers, you can set each remote control with a unique remote control ID for its corresponding receiver.

  • Page 112: 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 model 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 113: Updating The Firmware (Update)

    UPDATE•••••USB New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates can be downloaded from the Yamaha website. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network. For details, refer to the information supplied with updates.

  • Page 114: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    PROGRAM MUTE MUTE VOLUME VOLUME update the firmware using the USB memory device (p.113). 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 115: Appendix

    When using multiple Yamaha products, the remote control may work on another volume for Zone2 (p.105). 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.111).

  • Page 116: 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 117: Audio

    Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.5). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit cannot be controlled using the remote The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
  • Page 118 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 119: 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 120: Usb And Network

    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.
  • Page 121 Problem Cause Remedy Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the The unit and smartphone/tablet are not in the same network. unit and smartphone/tablet to the same network. The application for smartphone/tablet “AV In “MAC Address Filter” in the “Setup” menu, disable the MAC address filter or CONTROLLER”...

  • Page 122: 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. An overcurrent is flowing through the MHL-compatible mobile MHL Overloaded Turn off the unit and check the connection between the unit and mobile device.

  • Page 123: 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 124: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS Express DTS Express is a compressed digital audio format that supports 5.1-channel audio and allows a higher compression rate than the DTS Digital Surround format developed by DTS, Inc. This technology is developed for audio streaming services on the Internet and secondary audio on BD (Blu-ray discs). ■...

  • Page 125: Hdmi And Video Information

    Sampling frequency/Quantization bit HDMI and video information Sampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an analog audio signal is digitized. These values are noted as in the following example: “48 kHz/24-bit”. Component video signal • Sampling frequency With the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and Sampling frequency (the number of times the signal is sampled per second) is called the sampling rate.

  • Page 126: Yamaha Technologies

    Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own • This unit supports USB mass storage class devices (e.g., flash memories or portable home.

  • Page 127: File Formats

    ■ File formats About HTC Connect This receiver features “HTC Connect”, a simple way to enjoy all music content from ❑ USB your HTC Connect certified smartphone. • The unit supports WAV (PCM format only), MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC and 1.

  • Page 128: 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.100) in the “Setup” menu. •...

  • Page 129: 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 130: 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 131: 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 132: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    Reference diagram (rear panel) TRIGGER OUT WIRELESS 0.1A DC OUT HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT (BD/DVD) 0.5A (NET) AC IN EXTRA SP ZONE2/F.PRESENCE REMOTE OPTICAL VIDEO (TV) ANTENNA COMPONENT (RADIO) VIDEO COAXIAL SPEAKERS VIDEO VIDEO...

  • Page 133: Trademarks

    “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that “SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically DLNA™ and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks or registered to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance.

  • Page 134: Specifications

    Specifications Input jacks Other jacks • Analog Audio • YPAO MIC x 1 • Video Format (Repeater Mode) Audio x 4 (AV 5–6, AUDIO 1–2) - VGA • REMOTE IN x 1 - 480i/60 Hz • Digital Audio (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz) •...

  • Page 135: Video Section

    • WiFi function • Rated Output Power (1-channel driven) • Residual Noise (IHF-A Network) (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 8 ) - Capable of WPS by PIN Method and Push-Button-Method Front L/R (Speaker Out) ........150 µV or less - Capable of Direct Connection with Mobile Device Front L/R ..............125 W/ch •...
  • Page 136 • 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) • Dimensions (W x H x D) Mono..............3 µV (20.8 dBf) ..... 435 x 171 x 367 mm (17-1/8” x 6-3/4” x 14-1/2”) * Including legs and protrusions • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF) •...

  • Page 137: Index

    Index Symbols Audio file format (USB storage device) Configuration (Speaker, Setup menu) Audio In (Input menu) Crossover frequency setting (subwoofer) Exclamation mark (!) Audio Output (HDMI, Setup menu) Lock icon (o) Audio Return Channel (ARC) Numerics DC OUT (Function, Setup menu) Audio Signal (Information menu) Decode Type (Sound Program menu) 16:9 Normal (Aspect, Setup menu)
  • Page 138 Dolby Pro Logic II (surround decoder) Front display information iTunes content playback (AirPlay) Dolby Pro Logic IIx (surround decoder) Front panel (part names and functions) Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie (Extended Surround) Front Presence (Speaker, Setup menu) Language (Setup menu) Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music (Extended Surround) Function (Setup menu) Layout (Speaker, Setup menu)
  • Page 139 MOVIE THEATER (sound program subcategory) PC content playback Multi Zone (Information menu) PIN Code (Wireless (Wi-Fi), Setup menu) Sampling (Audio Signal, Information menu) Multi Zone (Setup menu) Please wait (error indication) Save (Scene menu) Multiple room playback Power Amp Assign (Speaker, Setup menu) SBR →...
  • Page 140 UPDATE (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Subnet Mask (IP Address, Setup menu) YPAO USB Overloaded (error indication) Subnet Mask (Network, Information menu) (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) USB storage device content playback Subwoofer (Speaker, Setup menu) YPAO error message User Cancel (YPAO error message)
  • Page 141 © 2014 Yamaha Corporation YG103A0/EN1...

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