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Yamaha RX-V500D Owner's Manual

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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 ............4 9 Selecting an on-screen menu language .
  • Page 3 Yamaha technologies ........

  • Page 4: 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 5: Features

    FEATURES What you can do with the unit Wide variety of supported content Supports 2- to 5.1-channel speaker system. Allows you to enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces . p.50 • iPod/iPhone/iPad in various styles. . p.54 • USB . p.30 •...

  • Page 6: Useful Tips

    • System settings (p.84) iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices. Visit the The ECO mode (power saving function) reduces the Yamaha website for details. unit’s power consumption and helps to create an eco-friendly home theater system (p.79). FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit...

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel YPAO MIC DIRECT INFO MEMORY PRESET TUNING VOLUME SCENE RADIO VIDEO INPUT TONE CONTROL PHONES PROGRAM STRAIGHT SILENT CINEMA AUDIO VIDEO 2.1A z (power) key PRESET keys TONE CONTROL key Turns on/off (standby) the unit. Select a preset DAB radio station (p.43) or a preset FM radio Adjusts the high-frequency range and low-frequency range station (p.48).

  • Page 8: Front Display (Indicators)

    Front display (indicators) VOL. ENHANCER ADAPTIVE DRC SLEEP STEREO 3 TUNED MUTE HDMI SLEEP Speaker indicators Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output. Lights up when the sleep timer is on. Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output. Subwoofer MUTE Front speaker (L)

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    For connecting to a subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) (p.14). For connecting to a network (p.27). DC OUT jack For supplying power to a Yamaha AV accessory. For details on connections, refer to the instruction manual of the AV accessory. FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions...

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control signal transmitter SETUP key Transmits infrared signals. Displays the setup menu (p.69). SOURCE z key Menu operation keys CODE SET Turns on/off an external device. Cursor keys Select a menu or a parameter. SOURCE RECEIVER ENTER Confirms a selected item.

  • Page 11: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS General setup procedure Placing speakers (p.12) Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place them in your room. Connecting speakers (p.14) Connect the speakers to the unit. Connecting a TV (p.17) Connect a TV to the unit. Connecting playback devices (p.22) Connect video devices (such as BD/DVD players) and audio devices (such as CD players) to the unit.

  • Page 12: Placing Speakers

    2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Speaker placement Placing speakers Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. This section describes the representative speaker layout examples.
  • Page 13 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Speaker placement 5.1-channel system 3.1-channel system 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 4.1-channel system 2.1-channel system 10° to 30° 10° to 30° PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers...

  • Page 14: Connecting Speakers

    3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Speaker connections 5.1-channel system Connecting speakers Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for 5.1- system as examples. For other systems, connect speakers while referring to the connection diagram for the 5.1-channel system.

  • Page 15: Connecting Speaker Cables

    3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Speaker connections ■ Connecting speaker cables 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 confusion, connect the black wire to the negative and the other wire to the positive terminal.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Connecting A Tv

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TV connection Connecting a TV Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. About HDMI Control You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit. HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI.
  • Page 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TV connection ❑ Necessary settings Configure the settings for HDMI Control. To use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the following settings. a Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as HDMI For details on settings and operating your TV, refer to the instruction manual for the TV.
  • Page 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TV connection ■ ❑ Necessary settings Connection Method 2 (HDMI Control-compatible TV) To use HDMI Control, you need to configure the following settings. Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital optical cable. For details on settings and operating your TV, refer to the instruction manual for the TV.
  • Page 20 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TV connection ■ Connection Method 3 (TV with HDMI input jacks) Configure the settings for HDMI Control. Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital optical cable. a Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as a HDMI Control-compatible BD/DVD player).
  • Page 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TV connection ■ ❑ VIDEO (composite video) connection (with a video pin cable) Connection Method 4 (TV without HDMI input jacks) When connecting any video device to the AV 1–2 (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks of the MONITOR OUT unit, connect the TV to the MONITOR OUT (COMPONENT VIDEO) jacks.

  • Page 22: Connecting Playback Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Playback device connections Connecting playback devices ❑ MHL connection The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. For information on how to connect Connect an MHL-compatible mobile device (such as smartphones) to the unit with an an iPod or a USB storage device, see the following pages.

  • Page 23: Component Video Connection

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Playback device connections ■ ■ Component video connection Composite video connection Connect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable Connect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital (digital optical or digital coaxial).
  • Page 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Playback device connections ■ Changing the combination of video/audio input jacks After connecting external devices (such as a TV and playback If the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match your devices) and power cable of the unit, turn on the unit.

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

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Playback device connections 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 jacks on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as the audio output jacks available on your audio device, choose one of the following camcorders and portable audio players to the unit.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Dab/Fm Antenna

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DAB/FM antenna connection Connecting the DAB/FM antenna Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall. DAB/FM antenna The unit (rear) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4...

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Network

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Network connections Connecting to a network Connect the unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable). • Some security software installed on your PC or the firewall settings of network devices (such as a router) You can enjoy Internet radio or music files stored on media servers, such as PCs and may block the access of the unit to the network devices or the Internet.

  • Page 28: Connecting Recording Devices

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 Recording device connections Power cable connection Connecting recording devices Connecting the power cable You can connect video/audio recording devices to the AV OUT jacks. These jacks After all the connections are complete, plug in the power cable. output analog video/audio signals selected as the input.

  • Page 29: Selecting An On-Screen Menu Language

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Language setting Selecting an on-screen menu language CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z RECEIVER z Select the desired on-screen menu language from English HDMI HDMI To exit from the menu, press SETUP. (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Chinese.

  • Page 30: Optimizing The Speaker Settings Automatically (Ypao)

    SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER z RECEIVER z The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function HDMI HDMI Place the YPAO microphone at your listening detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the...
  • Page 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Automatic speaker setup CODE SET CODE SET • To cancel the operation, disconnect the YPAO microphone, or use the • A speaker with a problem is indicated by blinking of the speaker indicators in SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE/RECEIVER...

  • Page 32: Error Messages

    Exit YPAO, and turn off and on the unit. If this error occurs Procedure to handle errors E-10:Internal Err. An internal error has occurred. repeatedly, contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or (E-10:INTERNAL) service center. Check the content of error message and press ENTER.

  • Page 33: Warning Messages

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Automatic speaker setup 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 34: Playback

    PLAYBACK CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI Basic playback procedure Input selection keys Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or V-AUX BD/DVD player) connected to the unit. AUDIO TUNER TUNER PRESET PRESET TUNING TUNING Use the input selection keys to select an input INFO INFO...

  • Page 35: Selecting The Input Source And Favorite Settings With One Touch

    Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE/RECEIVER The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, Configuring scene assignments HDMI sound program, and Compressed Music Enhancer on/off with just Input selection keys one touch.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and HDMI HDMI surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with • You can also switch the sound programs and surround decoder by pressing your favorite sound mode (such as sound field effect or stereo PROGRAM on the front panel.

  • Page 37: Enjoying Sound Field Effects (Cinema Dsp)

    You’ll never get tired listening for long periods. The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s original DSP technology (CINEMA DSP). It allows you to easily create sound fields like actual movie This program reproduces monaural video sources, such as classic movies, in an atmosphere of a good old movie theater.
  • Page 38 ■ Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC) The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources. You can also select stereo playback. This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500 seats that uses stylish wood for the interior finishing. Fine, beautiful Hall in Munich reverberations spread richly, creating a calming atmosphere.

  • Page 39: Enjoying Unprocessed Playback

    ■ Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields Enjoying unprocessed playback CODE SET CODE SET (CINEMA DSP 3D) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can play back input sources without any sound field effect HDMI HDMI processing. ■ CINEMA DSP 3D creates a natural stereoscopic sound field in your Playing back in original channels room.

  • Page 40: Enjoying Pure High Fidelity Sound (Direct Playback)

    ■ Playing back 2-channel sources in Enjoying pure high fidelity sound CODE SET CODE SET multichannel (surround decoder) (direct playback) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The surround decoder enables unprocessed multichannel HDMI HDMI When the direct playback mode is enabled, the unit plays back the playback from 2-channel sources.

  • Page 41: Enjoying Compressed Music With Enhanced Sound (Compressed Music Enhancer)

    Enjoying compressed music with enhanced CODE SET CODE SET sound (Compressed Music Enhancer) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI Compressed Music Enhancer adds depth and breadth to the V-AUX V-AUX sound, allowing you to enjoy a dynamic sound close to the original AUDIO AUDIO TUNER...

  • Page 42: Listening To Dab Radio

    Listening to DAB radio CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer HDMI HDMI sound and more stable reception compared to analog signals. The • If no DAB radio stations are found by an initial scan, the message in Step 1 unit can also receive DAB+ (an upgraded version of DAB) that appears again.

  • Page 43: Registering Favorite Dab Radio Stations (Presets)

    ■ Registering favorite DAB radio stations Selecting a preset DAB radio station CODE SET CODE SET (presets) Tune into a registered DAB radio station by selecting its preset SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER number. HDMI HDMI You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you can easily tune into them by selecting Press DAB to select the DAB band.

  • Page 44: Displaying The Dab Information

    ■ Clearing preset DAB radio stations Displaying the DAB information CODE SET CODE SET Clear DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is HDMI HDMI tuned into a DAB radio station.

  • Page 45: Checking Reception Strength Of Each Dab Channel Label

    ■ Checking reception strength of each DAB DAB frequency information CODE SET CODE SET channel label The unit supports Band III (174 to 240 MHz) only. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI Channel Channel You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label Frequency Frequency label...

  • Page 46: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM radio CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can tune into an FM radio station by specifying its frequency or HDMI HDMI selecting from registered radio stations. • “Wrong Station!” appears when you enter a frequency that is out of reception range.

  • Page 47: Registering Favorite Fm Radio Stations (Presets)

    Registering favorite FM radio stations CODE SET CODE SET (presets) • To specify the preset number from which to start the registration, press SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER PRESET or cursor keys (q/w) to select a preset number within 5 seconds HDMI HDMI after step 4 (while “READY”...
  • Page 48 ■ ■ Selecting a preset FM radio station Clearing preset FM radio stations CODE SET CODE SET Tune into a registered FM radio station by selecting its preset Clear FM radio stations registered to the preset numbers. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER number.

  • Page 49: Radio Data System Tuning

    Radio Data System tuning CODE SET CODE SET • “Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text”, and “Clock Time” are not SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER (U.K. and Europe models only) displayed if the radio station does not provide the Radio Data System HDMI HDMI service.

  • Page 50: Playing Back Ipod Music

    Playing back iPod music You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable Connecting an iPod supplied with the iPod. Connect your iPod to the unit with the USB cable supplied with the iPod. • An iPod may not be detected by the unit or some features may not be compatible, depending on the model or software version of the iPod.

  • Page 51: Playback Of Ipod Content

    Playback of iPod content CODE SET CODE SET • To return to the previous screen, press RETURN. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER Follow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start • To switch between the browse and playback screens during playback, press HDMI HDMI playback.
  • Page 52 ■ ■ Playback screen Operating the iPod itself or remote control CODE SET CODE SET (simple play) SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI i P o d Press MODE to switch to the simple play mode. N o w P l a y i n g The TV menu screen turns off and iPod operations are A r t i s t N a m e A l b u m N a m e...
  • Page 53 ■ Repeat/shuffle settings CODE SET CODE SET You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings of your iPod. SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI • During simple play, configure the repeat/shuffle settings directly on your iPod or press MODE to display the TV menu screen and then follow the procedure below. V-AUX V-AUX When “USB”...

  • Page 54: Playing Back Music Stored On A Usb Storage Device

    Playing back music stored on a USB storage device CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on HDMI HDMI the unit. Refer to the instruction manuals for the USB storage •...
  • Page 55 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER ENTER. HDMI HDMI U S B If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback T o p screen is displayed.
  • Page 56 ■ ■ Playback screen Repeat/shuffle settings CODE SET CODE SET You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for playback of USB SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER storage device contents. HDMI HDMI U S B N o w P l a y i n g When “USB”...

  • Page 57: Playing Back Music Stored On Media Servers (Pcs/Nas)

    Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can play back music files stored on your PC or Playback of PC music contents HDMI HDMI DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. Follow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback.
  • Page 58 ■ Browse screen Use the cursor keys to select an item and press CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER ENTER. HDMI HDMI S E R V E R If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback N A S A screen is displayed.
  • Page 59 ■ ■ Playback screen Repeat/shuffle settings CODE SET CODE SET You can configure the repeat/shuffle settings for the playback of PC SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER music content. HDMI HDMI S E R V E R N o w P l a y i n g When “SERVER”...

  • Page 60: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. HDMI HDMI Press NET repeatedly to select “NET RADIO” as the You can control the Internet radio with the menu displayed on the input source.
  • Page 61 ■ ■ Browse screen Playback screen CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI N E T R A D I O N E T R A D I O T o p N o w P l a y i n g B o o k m a r k s S t a t i o n N a m e L o c a t i o n s...

  • Page 62: Playing Back Itunes/Ipod Music Via A Network (Airplay)

    Playing back iTunes/iPod music via a network (AirPlay) The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents the unit via network. Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music iTunes contents on the unit. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod.
  • Page 63 Use the following remote control keys to control playback. CODE SET CODE SET • You can turn on the unit automatically when starting playback on iTunes or iPod by SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER External device Function setting “Network Standby” (p.82) in the “Setup” menu to “On”. operation keys HDMI HDMI...

  • Page 64: Viewing The Current Status

    Viewing the current status CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER HDMI HDMI Switching information on the front display Input source group Item HDMI 1–5 AV 1–6 Input (input source name), DSP Program (sound Press INFO. mode name), Audio Decoder (decoder name*) V-AUX V-AUX AUDIO...

  • Page 65: 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 66 ❑ Adaptive DRC (A.DRC) Item Function Page Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically adjusted Configures the shuffle setting for the iPod (p.53), Shuffle (Shuffle) — when the volume level is adjusted. When it is set to “On”, it is useful for listening to USB storage device (p.56), or media server (p.59).
  • Page 67 ■ ■ Volume Trim (Volume Trim) Signal Info (Signal Info) Fine-adjusts volume difference between input sources or subwoofer volume. Displays information about the video/audio signal. Choices ❑ Input Trim (In.Trim) Format (FORMAT) Audio format of the input signal Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothered by volume differences when switching between input sources, use this function to correct it.
  • Page 68 ■ ■ Audio In (Audio In) Volume Interlock (Interlock) Combines the video jack of the selected input source (HDMI 1–5 or AV 1–2) with an Enables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay. audio jack of others. For example, use this function in the following cases. Settings •...

  • Page 69: Configurations

    CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup menu) You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV screen. • Operations with TV screen are available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI. If not, carry out operations while viewing the front display.

  • Page 70: Setup Menu Items

    Setup menu items Menu Item Function Page Subwoofer Selects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. Front Selects the size of the front speakers. Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size. Configuration Surround Selects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their size. Crossover Sets the lower limit of the low-frequency component that can be output from speakers whose size is set to “Small”.
  • Page 71 Menu Item Function Page Auto Power Standby Sets the amount of time for the auto-standby function. ECO Mode Enables/disables the eco mode (power saving mode). Changes the input source name displayed on the front display. Input Rename Dimmer Adjusts the brightness of the front display. Function Memory Guard Prevents accidental changes to the settings.

  • Page 72: Speaker

    ❑ Front Speaker Selects the size of the front speakers. Configures the speaker settings manually. Settings Select this option for small speakers. S e t u p Small (default) The subwoofer will produce front channel low-frequency components (configurable in “Crossover”). S p e a k e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n H D M I...

  • Page 73: Subwoofer Phase

    ❑ Crossover Sets the lower limit of the low-frequency components that can be output from a speaker whose size is set to “Small”. A frequency sound lower than the specified value will be produced from the subwoofer or front speakers. Settings 40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz (default), 90 Hz, 100 Hz, 110 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz •...
  • Page 74 ■ Distance Sets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sounds from the • “PEQ” is available only when the YPAO has been performed (p.30). speakers reach the listening position at the same time. First, select the unit of distance •...

  • Page 75: Hdmi

    HDMI HDMI OUT (TV) Enables/disables the audio output from a TV connected to the HDMI OUT jack. Configures the HDMI settings. Settings Off (default) Disables the audio output from the TV. S e t u p Enables the audio output from the TV. S p e a k e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n H D M I...

  • Page 76: Sound

    ❑ Standby Sync Sound Select whether to use HDMI control to link the standby behavior of the TV and the unit Configures the audio output settings. when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. Settings S e t u p Does not set the unit to standby mode when the TV is turned off. S p e a k e r D S P P a r a m e t e r Sets the unit to standby mode when the TV is turned off.
  • Page 77 ❑ Center Width ■ Lipsync Adjusts the broadening effect of the center sound field. Higher to enhance the Adjusts the delay between video and audio output. broadening effect, and lower to reduce it (closer to center). This setting is effective when “bPLII Music”...

  • Page 78: Eco

    ■ Volume Configures the volume settings. Configures the power supply settings. ❑ Dynamic Range Selects the dynamic range adjustment method for bitstream audio (Dolby Digital and S e t u p DTS signals) playback. S p e a k e r A u t o P o w e r S t a n d b y H D M I E C O M o d e...

  • Page 79: Function

    ■ ECO Mode Function Enables/disables the eco (power saving) mode. Configures the functions that make the unit easier to use. When the eco mode is enabled, you can reduce the unit’s power consumption. Settings S e t u p Off (default) Disables the eco mode.

  • Page 80: Memory Guard

    Configures the DC OUT jack setting. To exit from the menu, press SETUP. ❑ Power Mode ■ Dimmer Selects how to supply power to the Yamaha AV accessory connected to the DC OUT Adjusts the brightness of the front display. jack. Setting range Settings...

  • Page 81: Network

    ■ Network IP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). Configures the network settings. ❑ DHCP Select whether to use a DHCP server. S e t u p S p e a k e r I n f o r m a t i o n Settings H D M I I P A d d r e s s...

  • Page 82: Mac Address Filter

    ■ ■ MAC Address Filter Network Standby Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Selects whether the unit can be turned on from other network devices (network standby). ❑ Filter Settings Enables/disables the MAC address filter. Off (default) Disables the network standby function.

  • Page 83: Language

    ■ Network Update Language Updates the firmware via the network. Select an on-screen menu language. ❑ Perform Update Starts the process to update the unit’s firmware. For details, see “Updating the unit’s S e t u p firmware via the network” (p.89). S p e a k e r E n g l i s h 日...

  • Page 84: Configuring The System Settings (Advanced Setup Menu)

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

  • Page 85: Restoring The Default Settings (Init)

    Restoring the default settings (INIT) Checking the firmware version (VERSION) INIT CANCEL VERSION xx.xx Restores the default settings for the unit. Check the version of firmware currently installed on the unit. Choices Restores the default settings for the unit. • You can also check the firmware version in “Network Update” (p.83) in the “Setup” menu. CANCEL Does not perform an initialization.

  • Page 86: Controlling External Devices With The Remote Control

    OPTION OPTION • Under the unit’s default settings, the amplifier code (Yamaha: 5098) is set for all the input selection keys. With this setting, you can control HDMI can control it using the TV operation keys, regardless of the input Control-compatible devices connected to the unit with the remote control.

  • Page 87: Registering The Remote Control Codes For Playback Devices

    ■ Registering the remote control codes for Playback device operations SOURCE z CODE SET CODE SET playback devices Once you have registered the remote control code for your SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE/RECEIVER playback device, you can control it using the following keys after HDMI selecting the input source or scene.

  • Page 88: Resetting Remote Control Codes

    Resetting remote control codes CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE RECEIVER SOURCE/RECEIVER You can reset a remote control code registered to each input HDMI selection key. Input selection keys Press CODE SET using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen. V-AUX SOURCE/RECEIVER blinks twice.

  • Page 89: Updating The Unit's Firmware Via The Network

    Updating the unit’s firmware via the network CODE SET CODE SET SOURCE SOURCE RECEIVER RECEIVER New firmware that provides additional features or product HDMI HDMI improvements will be released as needed. If the unit is connected • To cancel the operation without updating the firmware, press SETUP. to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network and update it.

  • Page 90: Appendix

    (p.78). 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.84).

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    The power does not turn on. consecutively. If the unit is in this condition, the standby indicator nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. on the unit blinks when you try to turn on the power. Hold down z (power) on the front panel for more than 10 seconds to initialize The internal microcomputer has frozen, due to an external electric The power does not turn off.
  • Page 92 Problem Cause Remedy The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.4). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit. The unit cannot be controlled using the remote strong lighting.

  • Page 93: Audio

    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 “Signal Info”...

  • Page 94: Video

    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 Use a digital optical cable to make an audio connection (p.19).

  • Page 95: Dab Radio

    DAB radio Problem Cause Remedy No DAB radio reception. An initial scan has not been performed. Perform an initial scan to receive DAB radio (p.42). Check reception strength in “Tune Aid” in the “Option” menu (p.45), and adjust Reception strength of DAB radio is poor. the antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location.

  • Page 96: 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 97: 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 98: Glossary

    Glossary Audio information DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is a compressed digital audio format developed by DTS, Inc. that supports 7.1-channel and 96 kHz/24-bit audio. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio remains fully compatible with the existing multichannel audio systems that support DTS Digital Surround. This technology is used for audio on ■...

  • Page 99: Hdmi And Video Information

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

  • Page 100: Yamaha Technologies

    (such as room size, wall material, and number of speakers) can differ so widely, it is inevitable that there are differences in the sound that you hear. Based on a wealth of actually measured data, CINEMA DSP, Yamaha’s original DSP technology provides the audiovisual experience of a movie theater in your own home.

  • Page 101: Video Signal Flow

    Video signal flow Information on HDMI Video signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. HDMI Control Video device The unit HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI Control to the unit with an HDMI cable, you can control the unit (such as power and volume) with TV remote control operations.
  • Page 102 (Example) Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with the TV remote control. HDMI Control HDMI Control • If HDMI Control does not work properly, try unplugging the TV in Step 2 and plugging in the TV again in Playback starts Turns on and displays Step 3.

  • Page 103: 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 104: Reference Diagram (Rear Panel)

    Reference diagram (rear panel) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 NETWORK HDMI OUT (BD/DVD) (NET) ANTENNA DC OUT (RADIO) COMPONENT 0.5A VIDEO DAB/FM SPEAKERS FRONT CENTER SURROUND COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT VIDEO OPTICAL COAXIAL COAXIAL OPTICAL SUBWOOFER ( TV ) PRE OUT...

  • Page 105: Trademarks

    Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad “SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. may affect wireless performance. AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.

  • Page 106: Specifications

    Specifications Input jacks HDMI • Audio Format - PCM 2-ch to 8-ch (Max. 192 kHz/24-bit) • Analog Audio • HDMI features: Deep Color, “x.v.Color,” Auto Lip Sync, ARC • Current Supply Capacity: 1.0 A Audio x 4 (AV 5–6, AUDIO, V-AUX [Mini Jack]) (Audio Return Channel), 3D, 4K •...
  • Page 107 • Antenna Input..........75  unbalanced Audio Section • Tone Control Characteristics Bass Boost/Cut......±6 dB/0.5 dB Step at 50 Hz • Rated Output Power (2-channel driven) General Bass Turnover ............... 350 Hz (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 6 ) •...

  • Page 108: Index

    Index Symbols Automatic speaker setting optimization Configuration (Speaker, Setup menu) Automatic station preset (FM radio) Crossover (Speaker, Setup menu) ★/★★ keys AutoPowerStdby (ECO, Setup menu) Crossover frequency setting Envelope icon (p) AV OUT jack Crossover frequency setting (subwoofer) Lock icon (o) Numerics B RATE (Signal Info, Option menu) DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
  • Page 109 Dolby Pro Logic II Music (surround decoder) Front panel (part names and functions) IP Address (Network, Setup menu) Drama (sound program) Front panel jack connection iPod charge DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Function (Setup menu) iPod connection DSP Level (DSP/Surround, Option menu) iPod content playback DSP Parameter (Sound, Setup menu) iPod content playback (AirPlay)
  • Page 110 Please wait (error indication) Scene configuration Power cable connection SCENE function NAS (Network Attached Storage) Power management SCENE link playback NAS connection Power Mode (DC OUT, Setup menu) Sci-Fi (sound program) NAS content playback Preset station selection (DAB radio) Select (Lipsync, Setup menu) Network (Setup menu) Preset station selection (FM radio) Service Label (DAB)
  • Page 111 Yamaha Parametric room Tune Aid (DAB radio, Option menu) Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) TV Audio Input (HDMI, Setup menu) YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) TV connection YPAO error message TV connection (ARC-compatible TV) YPAO MIC jack TV connection (HDMI Control-compatible TV)
  • Page 112 © 2013 Yamaha Corporation YF215A0/EN...

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