Yamaha RX-A780 - Manuals

Using the remote control Insert the batteries in the remote control 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 theoperating range shown in the following figure. Within 6 m (20 ft)...

FEATURES What you can do with the unit Supporting 2- to 7.1-channel speaker system According to the number of speakers that you areusing, you can enjoy your favorite acoustic spaces invarious styles. • “Using 7.1/5.1.2-channel system” (p.21)• “Using 5.1.2-channel system” (p.22)• “Using 7.1-channel s...

Useful functions The unit is equipped with the various useful functions. The SCENE function allows you to select the inputsource and settings registered to the correspondingscene, such as sound program and CompressedMusic Enhancer on/off, with just one touch. When theunit is connected to an HDMI Con...

Part names and functions Part names and functions of the front panel The part names and functions of the front panel are as follows. CONTROL INPUT SCENE MAIN ZONE PHONES SILENT CINEMA STRAIGHT PURE DIRECT AUDIO VOLUME TONE PROGRAM YPAO MIC 2 1 3 4 INFO (WPS) ZONE 2 ZONE CONTROL MEMORY PRESET FM AM T...

Part names and functions of the front display The part names and functions of the front display are as follows. A -R es Hi 3 B SB ENHANCER ECO OUT A - DRC SLEEP STEREO TUNED VOL. SL SW SR SBL SBR MUTE VIRTUAL ZONE LINK MASTER FPR FPL 2 2 PARTY YPAO VOL. 1 5 7 0 34 2 A B 6 8 D C D G H F E I 9 J 1 HDM...

Part names and functions of the rear panel The part names and functions of the rear panel are as follows. ANTENNA FM AM AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL COMPONENT VIDEO COAXIAL AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3 AV 1 AV 2 P B Y P R HDMI ( HDCP2.2 ) 1 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 ARC 2 SURROUND CENTER FRONT SURROUND BA...

Part names and functions of the remote control The part names and functions of the supplied remote control are as follows. PRESET BAND TUNING TUNING MEMORY RED GREEN YELLOW BLUE POP-UP /MENU HOME TOP MENU VOLUME BLUETOOTH NET USB TUNER I N P U T PROGRAM SUR. DECODE BASS ENHANCER PURE DIRECT STRAIGHT...

PREPARATIONS 1 Connecting speakers Names and functions of speakers The names and functions of speakers connected to the unit are as follows. 4 1 2 9 9 E R 5 6 7 3 10° to 30° 10° to 30° 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 0.5 to 1 m (1.6 to 3.3 ft) 1.8 m (5.9 ft) 1.8 m (5.9 ft) 0.3 m (1 ft) or more Note Use t...

Speaker systems and speakers to be connected Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. Speaker type Speaker system (the number of channels) 7.1/5.1.2 5.1 2.1 Front (L/R) 1 / 2    Center 3   Surround (L/R) 4 / 5  ...

Setting the speaker impedance Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. 1 Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet. 2 While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, p...

Note ▪ Remove the unit’s power cable from an AC wall outlet before connecting the speakers.▪ Be sure to connect the front left and right speakers.▪ Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the unit’s speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. Fo...

n Using 5.1.2-channel system To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X contents, we recommend this speaker system. The presence speakers produce a natural 3-dimensional sound field includingoverhead. Note ▪ When installing the presence speakers on the ceiling above the listening position, or whe...

n Using Virtual CINEMA FRONT This speaker layout is recommended if you cannot place speakers in the back of the room. Note ▪ To use Virtual CINEMA FRONT, the speaker configuration settings must be changed. For details, see the following: – “Assigning speaker configuration” (p.41)– “Setting the layou...

Advanced speaker systems n Available configurations for advanced speaker systemsusing the unit’s internal amplifier In addition to the basic speaker systems, the unit also allows you to apply the followingspeaker configurations to enhance your system. • Using the four internal amplifiers for front s...

2 Connecting a TV HDMI connection with a TV Connect a TV to the unit with an HDMI cable. If you connect a TV that supports ARC tothe unit, you can output video/audio to the TV or input TV audio to the unit. AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL COAXIAL AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3 AV 1 AV 2 P B Y P R A...

3 Connecting playback devices HDMI connection with a video device such as a BD/DVD player Connect a video device to the unit with an HDMI cable. AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 AV 1 AV 2 P R ANTENNA FM AM SURROUND CENTER FRONT SPEAKERS VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) ( 2 RADIO ) HDMI ( HDCP2.2 ) 1 ...

Connecting to the jack on the front panel Use the AUX jack on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as portable audio players to the unit. Caution ▪ Before making a connection, stop playback on the device and turn down the volume on the unit. The volume may be unexpectedly loud, and th...

4 Connecting the radio antennas Connecting the FM/AM antennas (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place the AM antenna on a flat surface. AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL COAXIAL AU...

Connecting the DAB/FM antenna (U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Connect the supplied DAB/FM antenna to the unit and fix the antenna ends to a wall. ANTENNA AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL COMPONENT VIDEO COAXIAL AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3 AV 1 AV 2 P B Y P R HDMI ( HDCP2.2 ) 1 1 2 1 2...

5 Preparing for connecting to a network Preparing for connecting to a network The unit supports wired and wireless connections. Select a connection methodaccording to your network environment.If you are using a router that supports DHCP in the wired connection, you do not needto configure any networ...

Preparing wireless antennas (wireless connection) Stand the wireless antennas upright for connecting to the wireless network or a Bluetooth device wirelessly.For information on how to connect the unit to a wireless network, see the following: • “Preparing for connecting to a network” (p.36) Notice ▪...

AV 2 HDMI ( HDCP2.2 ) 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 SURROUND CENTER FRONT SURROUND BACK / ZONE2 / BI-AMP / ZONE2 SPEAKERS VIDEO SUBWOOFER PRE OUT F.PRESENCE EXTRA SP1 EXTRA SP2 AC IN NETWORK FRONT ZONE OUT ZONE 2 (1 MOVIE) (5 STB) (6 GAME) (4 NET RADIO) (8 SERVER) a b The unit (rear) 1 FRONT jacks Output front chan...

7 Plugging in the power cable Plugging in the power cable Warning (Central and South America model only)Make sure you set VOLTAGE SELECTOR of the unit BEFORE plugging the power cable into an AC walloutlet. Improper setting of VOLTAGE SELECTOR may cause damage to the unit and create a potentialfire h...

8 Selecting the on-screen menu language Selecting the on-screen menu language Select the desired on-screen menu language. 1 Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit. 2 Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to display video from theunit (HDMI OUT jack). Note When you turn on the unit for the fir...

9 Configuring the necessary speaker settings Assigning speaker configuration If you use any of the following speaker configurations, perform the following procedureto configure the corresponding speaker settings manually before performing YPAO. • Using the bi-amp connection (playing back more high-q...

Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speakerconnections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and thenautomatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acousticpara...

5 To start the measurement, press ENTER. The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to start the measurement immediately. The following screen appears on the TV when the measurement finishes. 1 1 Warning message (if available) Note ▪ To stop the measurement temporarily, press RETURN.▪ If ...

Checking the YPAO measurement results You can check the YPAO measurement results. 1 After the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Measurement result” and press ENTER. Note You can also check the previous measurement results in the “Setup” menu. For details, see the following: ▪ “Reloading th...

Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments When the speaker settings you have configured manually are not suitable, follow the procedure below to discard the manual settings and reload the previous YPAOadjustments. 1 Press SETUP. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “Speaker” and press ENTER. 3 Use the curs...

Error messages from YPAO If any error message is displayed during the measurement, resolve the problem and perform YPAO again. Error message TV screen Error message Remedy ERROR 1Front speakers are not detected. Exit YPAO, turn off the unit, and then check the speakerconnections. ERROR 2One of the s...

Warning messages from YPAO If a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still apply the measurement results by following on-screen instructions.However, we recommend you perform YPAO again in order to use the unit with theoptimal speaker settings. Warning message TV screen Warnin...

10 Setting MusicCast What is MusicCast MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you toshare music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy musicfrom your smartphone, PC, NAS drive and music streaming service anywhere in yourhouse with one easy-...

ENJOYING SOUND Enjoying sound field effects Select your favorite sound mode The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders thatallow you to enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode (such as soundfield effect or stereo playback). PRESET BAND TUNING TUNING MEMO...

Enjoying sound field effects optimized for the type of content The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs.You can enjoy playback sources with your favorite sound mode, such as with a soundfield effect added or with stereo playback. • We recommend a sound program in the “MOVIE” category to...

Enjoying unprocessed playback Enjoying original sound (straight decode) When STRAIGHT is pressed and the straight decode mode is enabled, the unitproduces stereo sound from the front speakers for 2-channel sources such as CDs,and produces unprocessed multichannel sounds for multichannel sources. LIN...

Note ▪ You can also change the surround decoder in “Surround Decoder” in the “Setup” menu. For details, see the following: – “Selecting the surround decoder used in the program” (p.121) ▪ For details on each decoder, see the following: – “Glossary of audio decoding format” (p.180) ▪ You can adjust t...

Enjoying enhanced bass sound Enhancing the bass (Extra Bass) Press BASS to enable Extra Bass and enjoy enhanced bass sound, regardless of thesize of the front speakers and the presence or absence of a subwoofer.Each time you press the key, Extra Bass is enabled or disabled. Note You can also use “Ex...

Enjoying Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ Enjoying Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ Playing back Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content creates realistic sound that comes fromevery direction, including overhead. To receive the full effect of Dolby Atmos or DTS:Xcontent, we recommend a speaker system with presence speakers. Not...

Enjoying music in multiple rooms Playing back music in multiple rooms The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the roomwhere 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 ...

n When using surround back speakers in the main zone Connect Zone2 speakers to the EXTRA SP1 terminals. To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, set “Power Amp Assign” in the “Setup” menu to “7.1+1Zone”. For details, see the following: • “Setting your speaker system” (p.108) 1 2 3 9 4 5...

n Connecting Zone2 speakers using an external amplifier Connect the external amplifier placed in Zone2 to the unit with a stereo pin cable. Notice ▪ Unplug the unit’s power cable from the AC wall outlet before connecting an external amplifier. Note You can connect the speakers placed in Zone2 to the...

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 the REMOTE IN/OUT jacks with monaural mini-jack cables and an infrared signal receiver. REMOTE IN OUT REMOTE IN OUT...

Enjoying the same source in multiple rooms (party mode) Press PARTY, and then the party mode allows you to play back in Zone2 the samemusic that is being played back in the main zone. During the party mode, stereoplayback is automatically selected for all zones. Utilize this function when you want t...

PLAYBACK Basic playback procedure Basic procedure for playing back video and music Basic procedure for playing back video and music is as follows. 1 Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player)connected to the unit. 2 Use the input selection keys to select an input source. PRESET BAN...

Selecting an HDMI output jack Press HDMI OUT to select the HDMI OUT jacks for video/audio output.Each time you press the key, the HDMI OUT jack to be used for signal outputchanges. ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -Res Hi YPAO VOL. A - DRC SLEEP PARTY ZONE 3 B 2 A MUTE VIRTUAL FPR SB FPL STEREO TUNED ...

Item names and functions of the playback screen The item names and functions of the playback screen, available when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI, are as follows. 2 1 1 Status indicators Display the current shuffle/repeat settings, playback status (such as play/pause)and elapsed time. 2 ...

Item names and functions of the browse screen The item names and functions of the browse screen, available when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI, are as follows. The browse screen appears when thenext input source is selected. • USB• SERVER• NET RADIO 2 1 3 4 1 Status indicators Display the...

Listening to FM/AM radio (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Setting the frequency steps (Asia model only)At the factory, the frequency step setting is set to 50 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM.Depending on your country or region, set the frequency steps to 100 kHz for FM and10 kHz fo...

Selecting a frequency for reception You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency. Note The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is being used. The explanation of this section uses a display with frequencies used in U.K. and Europe models. 1 Pres...

Selecting a preset station Tune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 Press PRESET to select the desired ra...

Registering a radio station manually Select a radio station manually and register it to a preset number. Note You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is disp...

Clearing preset stations Clear radio stations registered to the preset numbers. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 2 Press OPTION. 3 Use the cursor keys to select “Preset...

Listening to DAB radio (U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Preparing the DAB tuning DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) uses digital signals for clearer sound and morestable reception compared to analog signals. The unit can also receive DAB+ (anupgraded version of DAB) that allows for more sta...

Selecting a DAB radio station for reception You can select a DAB radio station from the stations stored by the initial scan. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the DAB band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and then the DAB radio station currently sele...

Registering a DAB radio station as presets Select a DAB radio station and register it to a preset number. Note You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the DAB band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and th...

Clearing preset DAB radio stations Clear DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the DAB band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and then the DAB radio station currently selected is displayed on the front ...

Displaying the DAB information The unit can receive various types of DAB information when it is tuned into a DAB radio station. 1 Tune into the desired DAB radio station. 2 Press INFO on the front panel to select between the various display items. ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -Res Hi YPAO VOL. A -...

Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label n Checking reception strength ofeach DAB channel label You can check reception strength of each DAB channellabel (0 [none] to 100 [best]). 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as theinput source. 2 Press BAND to select the DAB band. “TUNER” is selecte...

Listening to FM radio (U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Selecting a frequency for FM radio reception You can tune into an FM radio station by specifying its frequency. Note The radio frequencies differ depending on the country or region where the unit is being used. The explanation of this...

Selecting a preset FM radio station Tune into a registered FM radio station by selecting its preset number. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the FM band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front ...

Registering an FM radio station manually Select an FM radio station manually and register it to a preset number. Note You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the FM band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source ...

Clearing preset FM radio stations Clear FM radio stations registered to the preset numbers. 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the FM band. “TUNER” is selected as the input source and the frequency currently selected is displayed on the front display. 3 Press...

Displaying the Radio Data System information (U.K., Europe and Russia models only)Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in manycountries. The unit can receive various types of Radio Data System data, such as“Program Service”, “Program Type”, “Radio Text” and “Clock Time...

Playing back music stored on a Bluetooth® device Playback Bluetooth® device music on the unit You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) onthe unit. Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) The unit Note ▪ Use the wireless antennas that are standing upright for co...

Playing back music with AirPlay Playback of iTunes/iPhone music contents with AirPlay The AirPlay allows you to play back iTunes or iPhone/iPad/iPod touch music on the unitvia network. PC iTunes (Wired network or wireless network) iPhone/iPad/iPod touch The unit Router Note For details on supported ...

Playing back music stored on a USB storage device Playback of USB storage device contents You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Note For details on playable USB devices and USB file formats, see the following: ▪ “Supported USB devices” (p.183)▪ “Supported file for...

Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) Media sharing setup on media servers (PCs/NAS) To play back music files stored on your media servers, first you need to configure themedia sharing setting on each music server.The setting procedure may vary depending on the media server. The follo...

Listening to Internet radio Selecting an Internet radio station Select an Internet radio station and start playback. Note ▪ To use this function, the unit must be connected to the Internet. You can check whether the network parameters (such as the IP address) are properly assigned to the unit. For d...

Listening to music streaming services Listening to a streaming service You can listen to a streaming service with the MusicCast CONTROLLER on yourmobile device. On the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name thatwas specified for the unit, and then select the streaming service to be tuned ...

Useful playback functions SCENE function n Selecting the input source and favorite settings withone touch (SCENE) The SCENE function allows you to select the following settings with just one touch. • Input source• Registered content• Sound program• Pure Direct On/Off• Compressed Music Enhancer On/Of...

By default, the following settings are registered for each scene. Main Zone SCENE 1 2 3 4 SCENE name Movie Viewing Radio Listening Music Listening NET Audio Listening Input HDMI1 TUNER AUDIO2 NET RADIO HDMI output HDMI OUT 1+2 HDMI OUT 1+2 HDMI OUT 1+2 HDMI OUT 1+2 Sound program Sci-Fi 7ch Stereo ST...

n Registering a scene You can change the default setting and register the function that is assigned to each numbered key (1 to 8). Note ▪ We recommend registering the scene with playing back the content that you want to register.▪ To control Zone2, set MAIN/ZONE 2 to “ZONE 2”. 1 Perform the followin...

Shortcut function n Registering a favorite content as shortcut You can register favorite Bluetooth, USB, media server and network content asshortcuts and access them directly by selecting the shortcut numbers. Note ▪ You can register up to 40 contents as shortcuts.▪ You can also use the “Favorites” ...

n Recalling a registered content as shortcut Recall a registered content (Bluetooth, USB, media server and network content) by selecting the shortcut number. Note You can register up to 40 contents as shortcuts. 1 Press BLUETOOTH, NET or USB. PRESET BAND TUNING TUNING MEMORY RED GREEN YELLOW BLUE PO...

Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) Basic operation of the Option menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Option” menu. With the “Option”menu, you can configure different playback settings according to the input sourcecurrently being played b...

Option menu items Use the following table to configure playback settings of the unit. Note ▪ Available items vary depending on the selected input source.▪ When the input icon is displayed on the upper right of the “Option” menu, the setting is applied to the currently selected input source. Otherwis...

Adjusting the tone of the audio output Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) individually. Option menu “Tone Control” Choices Treble, Bass Setting range -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB (0.5 dB increments) Note ▪ When both “Treble” and “Bass” are 0.0 dB, “Bypass” appear...

n Adjusting the dynamic range automatically Sets whether the dynamic range (from maximum to minimum) is automatically adjusted to the volume when “YPAO Volume” is set to “On”. When “Adaptive DRC” is set to“On”, it is useful for listening to playback at a low volume at night. Option menu “YPAO Volume...

n Adjusting the perceived height of dialogue sound Adjusts the perceived height of dialogue sounds when the position (height) of dialogue sound is artificial. If the dialogue sounds as if it is coming from below the screen, youcan raise its perceived height by increasing this setting. Note This sett...

Correcting volume differences during playback n Correcting volume differences between input sources Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothered by volumedifferences when switching between input sources, use this function to correct it. Option menu “Volume Trim” > “Input...

Enabling the video signal processing Enables/disables the video signal processing (resolution and aspect ratio) settings configured in “Resolution” and “Aspect” in the “Setup” menu. For details, see thefollowing: • “Setting a resolution to output HDMI video signals” (p.127)• “Setting an aspect ratio...

Switching between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception Switch between stereo and monaural for FM radio reception. When the signalreception for an FM radio station is unstable, switching to monaural may improve it. Option menu “FM Mode” > “FM Mode” Settings Stereo Enables stereo for FM radio...

Adding an Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder Register the currently playing Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder. Option menu “Add to favorites” 1 While listening to Internet radio, press OPTION. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “Add to favorites” and pressENTER. When the re...

Checking reception strength of each DAB channel label (U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models only)You can check reception strength of each DAB channel label. Option menu “Tune AID” 1 Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source. 2 Press BAND to select the DAB band. 3 Press OPTION. 4 Use the...

CONFIGURATIONS Configuring various functions (Setup menu) Basic operation of the Setup menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Setup” menu. You can configurethe unit’s various functions with the “Setup” menu. Note ▪ If new firmware is available, the message screen appears.▪ If new...

Setup menu items Use the following table to configure various functions of the unit. Menu Item Function Page Speaker Power Amp Assign Selects a speaker system. p.108 Configuration Front Selects the size of the front speakers. p.108 Center Selects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its ...

Configuring the speaker settings Setting your speaker system Select the setting according to the speakers that are connected. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Power Amp Assign” Settings Basic Select this option when you use a normal speaker system (not usingZone2 speakers or a bi-amp connection). 7.1 +1Zo...

Setting the use of a center speaker and its size Selects the setting according to the use and size of your center speaker. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Center” Settings Small Select this option for small speakers.The subwoofer or front speakers will produce center channel low-freq...

Setting the layout of the surround speakers Selects a surround speaker layout when surround speakers are used. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Surround” > “Layout” Settings Rear Select this option when surround speakers are placed on the rear side ofthe room. Front Select this opt...

Setting the use of presence speakers and their size Selects the setting according to the use and size of your presence speakers. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Front Presence” Settings Small Select this option for small speakers.The subwoofer or front speakers will produce presence ...

Setting the use of a subwoofer Selects the setting according to the use of your subwoofer. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Configuration” > “Subwoofer” Settings Use Select this option when a subwoofer is connected.The subwoofer will produce LFE (low-frequency effect) channel audio andlow-frequency com...

Setting the equalizer Selects the type of equalizer to be used and adjusts the tone. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Parametric EQ” > “Parametric EQ” Settings Manual Select this option when you want to adjust the equalizer manually. YPAO:Flat Adjusts individual speakers to achieve the same characteris...

Outputting test tones Enables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker balance or equalizer while confirming its effect. Setup menu “Speaker” > “Test Tone” Settings Off Does not output test tones. On Outputs test tones automatically when you adjust the speak...

Configuring the sound settings Checking the current audio signal information Displays information about the current audio signal. Setup menu “Sound” > “Information” Input Format Audio format of the input signal Channel The number of source channels in the input signal (front/surround/LFE)For exam...

Selecting sound programs Selects the sound program to change the settings of the sound program. Note You can select a sound program by pressing PROGRAM. Setup menu “Sound” > “DSP Parameter” MUSIC Hall in Munich This program simulates a Munich concert hall with approximately 2,500seats that uses s...

Mono Movie This program reproduces monaural video sources, such as classicmovies, in an atmosphere of a good old movie theater. The programcreates a pleasant space with depth, by adding breadth and theappropriate reverberation to the original audio. Adjusting the sound field effect level Adjusts the...

Adjusting the broadening effect of the surround back sound field Adjusts the broadening effect of the surround back sound field. Setup menu “Sound” > “DSP Parameter” > (sound program) > “Surround Back Room Size” Setting range 0.1 to 2.0 (higher to enhance the broadening effect) Note ▪ Avail...

Adjusting the height volume balance using the presence speakers for “7ch Stereo” Adjusts the height volume balance using the presence speakers. Higher to enhancethe upside, and lower to enhance the downside. This setting is effective when “7chStereo” is selected. Setup menu “Sound” > “7ch Stereo”...

Setting the initial volume for when the unit is turned on Sets the initial volume when the unit is turned on. Setup menu “Sound” > “Volume” > “Initial Volume” Settings Off Sets the level to the volume level of the unit when it lastentered standby mode. On Mute Sets the unit to mute the audio o...

Configuring the scene settings Selecting items to be included as the scene assignments Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. You can also view the settingscurrently assigned to the selected scene. Note The scene assignments can include radio stations, or the content on a selected US...

Renaming the SCENE name Changes the SCENE name displayed on the front display or on the TV. Setup menu “Scene” > “Scene Rename” 1 Use the cursor keys to select the SCENE name and press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. 2 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename. Note ▪ To clear the entry, selec...

Configuring the video/HDMI settings Checking the current video and HDMI signal information Displays information about the current video signal and the TVs connected to theHDMI OUT jacks. Setup menu “Video/HDMI” > “Information” HDMI Signal Presence or absence of HDMI signal input/output HDMI Resol...

Setting an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals Selects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”. Note For details on “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu, see the following: ▪ “Setting the use of the video signal processing” (p.127) Setup menu “Video/HD...

Configuring the network settings Checking the network information on the unit Displays the network information on the unit. Setup menu “Network” > “Information” IP Address IP address Subnet Mask Subnet mask Default Gateway The IP address of the default gateway DNS Server (P) The IP address of the...

Setting the network parameters manually Set the network parameters (such as IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway) manually. Setup menu “Network” > “IP Address” 1 Set “DHCP” to “Off”. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “IP Address” and press ENTER. 3 Use the cursor keys to select a parameter ...

Setting the MAC address filter Sets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices. Note ▪ Operation of the AirPlay function or the DMC is not limited by this setting.▪ You can specify up to 10 network devices that are permitted to access the unit. For details, see the...

Setting the network name of the unit Edits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Name” 1 Press ENTER to enter the name edit screen. 2 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to edit the name. Note ▪ To clear the entry, select “...

Configuring the Bluetooth® settings Setting the use of Bluetooth® Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Setup menu “Bluetooth” > “Bluetooth” Settings Off Disables the Bluetooth function. On Enables the Bluetooth function. Terminating the connection between a Bluetooth® device and the unit Term...

Configuring the multi zone settings Checking the Zone2 information Displays information about Zone2. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Information” On/Off The power on/off for Zone2 Input The input source selected for Zone2 Volume The volume setting for Zone2 Tone Control The tone control setting (the l...

Setting the use of Compressed Music Enhancer for Zone2 output Enables/disables Compressed Music Enhancer for Zone2 output. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Zone2” > “Enhancer” Settings Off Disables Compressed Music Enhancer. On Enables Compressed Music Enhancer. Adjusting the tone for Zone2 output A...

Renaming the zone name Changes the zone name displayed on the TV screen. Setup menu “Multi Zone” > “Zone Rename” 1 Use the cursor keys to select a zone name to be renamed and press ENTER. The cursor moves to the name edit screen. 2 Use the cursor keys and ENTER to rename. Note ▪ To clear the entr...

Configuring the system settings Checking the system information on the unit Displays the system information on the unit. Setup menu “System” > “Information” Remote ID The unit’s remote control ID setting TV Format The unit’s video signal type Speaker Impedance The speaker impedance setting of the...

Combining audio of another input source with video of the current input source Select the audio of a different input source to play back together with the video of thecurrently selected input source. For example, use this function in the following cases. • Connecting a playback device that supports ...

1 Press INPUT to select “AV 1” (video input jack to be used) as the input source. 2 Press SETUP. PRESET BAND TUNING TUNING MEMORY RED GREEN YELLOW BLUE POP-UP /MENU HOME TOP MENU VOLUME BLUETOOTH NET USB TUNER I N P U T PROGRAM SUR. DECODE BASS ENHANCER PURE DIRECT STRAIGHT SCENE 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 HDM...

Automatically changing the input source names displayed on the front display Automatically changes the input source names displayed on the front display. You canselect a name created by the Auto Rename function. Setup menu “System” > “Input Rename” Input sources HDMI 1-5, AV 1, AUDIO 1-3 1 Use th...

Setting the use of Auto Play function Enables/disables Auto Play function in Internet streaming services and following input sources. Setup menu “System” > “Auto Play” Input sources (network sources), SERVER, NET RADIO, Bluetooth, USB Settings Off Disables Auto Play function. On Starts automatica...

Setting the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/ YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control Set the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control. Setup menu “System” > “Remote Key” > “Color Key” Settings Default Assigns the functions of devices connected to the unit wit...

Setting the amount of time for the auto-standby function Set the amount of time for the auto-standby function. Setup menu “System” > “ECO” > “Auto Power Standby” Settings Off Does not set the unit to standby mode automatically. 5 minutes, 20 minutes Sets the unit to standby mode when you have ...

Updating the firmware via the network Updates the firmware via the network. You can also check the firmware version and system ID. Setup menu “System” > “Firmware Update” Choices Firmware Update Starts the process to update the unit’s firmware. USB Update Displays how to update the firmware using...

Configuring the advanced settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) Basic operation of the ADVANCED SETUP menu Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “ADVANCED SETUP” menu whileviewing the front display. 1 Set the unit to standby mode. 2 While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press z (pow...

Changing the speaker impedance setting (SP IMP.) ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -Res Hi YPAO VOL. A - DRC SLEEP STEREO PARTY TUNED ZONE 3 B 2 A VOL. FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR FPL MUTE VIRTUAL SP IMP.••8¬MIN Change the unit’s speaker impedance settings depending on the impedance of thespeakers connecte...

Removing the limitation on HDMI video output (MON.CHK) ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -Res Hi YPAO VOL. A - DRC SLEEP STEREO PARTY TUNED ZONE 3 B 2 A VOL. FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR FPL MUTE VIRTUAL MON.CHK••••YES The unit automatically detects resolutions supported by a TV connected to the HDMIOUT jac...

Setting DTS Format Notification (DTS MODE) ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -R es Hi YPAO VOL. A - DRC SLEEP STEREO PARTY TUNED ZONE 3 B 2 A VOL. FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR FPL MUTE VIRTUAL DTS MODE•MODE1 This setting informs the BD player about the DTS formats that the unit supports. ADVANCED SETUP menu...

Restoring the default settings (INIT) ENHANCER LINK ECO MASTER OUT 2 -Res Hi YPAO VOL. A - DRC SLEEP STEREO PARTY TUNED ZONE 3 B 2 A VOL. FPR SL SW SR SBL SB SBR FPL MUTE VIRTUAL INIT••••CANCEL Restores the default settings for the unit. ADVANCED SETUP menu “INIT” Choices VIDEO Restores the default ...

TROUBLESHOOTING When any problem appears If trouble occurs, first check the following: Make sure of the following when the unit does not function properly. • The power cables of the unit, TV and playback devices (such as BD/DVD players) are connected to AC wall outlets securely. • The unit, subwoofe...

n The power turns off (standby mode) immediately l The unit was turned on while a speaker cable was shorted. Twist the bare wires of each speaker cable firmly and reconnect to the unit and speakers. For details, see the following: – “Connecting the speaker” (p.19) n The unit enters standby mode auto...

n Cannot select the desired input source even if “INPUT”is pressed l The function which skips some input sources is set. Set “Input Skip” of the desired input source in the “Setup” menu to “Off”. For details, see the following: – “Setting input sources to be skipped when operating the INPUT key” (p....

n No sound is coming from a specific speaker l The playback source does not contain a signal for the channel. To check it, display information about the current audio signal on the TV. For details, see the following: – “Checking the current audio signal information” (p.115) l The currently selected ...

Video trouble n No video l Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys. l Another input source is selected on the TV. Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. l The video signal output from the unit is not supported by...

FM/AM radio trouble (AM radio feature is not available for the U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) n FM radio reception is weak or noisy l There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or place it in a different location. l Your area is too far from the FM sta...

DAB radio trouble (U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) n No DAB radio reception l An initial scan has not been performed. Perform an initial scan to receive DAB radio. For details, see the following: – “Preparing the DAB tuning” (p.69) n No DAB radio reception even after performing an initial...

USB trouble n The unit does not detect the USB device l 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. l The file system of the USB device is not FAT16 or FAT32. Use a USB device with FAT16 or FAT32 format. n Folder...

n The unit does not detect the media server (PC/NAS) l The media sharing setting is not correct. Configure the sharing setting and select the unit as a device to which music contents are shared. For details, see the following: – “Media sharing setup on media servers (PCs/NAS)” (p.83) l Some security...

n The application for mobile devices does not detect theunit l The unit and mobile device are not in the same network. Check the network connections and your router settings, and then connect the unit and mobile device to the same network. l The MAC address filter is enabled on the unit. In “MAC Add...

n No sound is produced, or the sound is interruptedduring playback with Bluetooth® connection l The volume of the Bluetooth device is set too low. Turn up the volume of the Bluetooth device. l The Bluetooth device is not set to send audio signals to the unit. Switch the audio output of the Bluetooth...

Error indications on the front display Error indications on the front display Refer to the following table when the error message is indicated on the front display. Message Cause Remedy Access denied Access to the media servers (PCs/NAS) is denied. Configure the sharing settings and select the unit ...

APPENDIX Updating the unit’s firmware via the network Firmware updates New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will bereleased as needed. If the unit is connected to the Internet, new firmware isdownloaded via the network. When a firmware update is ready, the following...

Updating the unit’s firmware via the network Confirm the on-screen description displayed after SETUP is pressed, and start the firmware update. 1 Read the on-screen description. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “START” and press ENTER. The on-screen display turns off and the firmware update begins. 3...

Connecting to a network wirelessly Selecting a wireless network connection method Select a wireless connection method according to your network environment. Note ▪ You need to configure the network settings if your router does not support DHCP or if you want to configure the network parameters manua...

Setting up a wireless connection using the WPS button You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button. Setup menu “Network” > “Network Connection” > “Wireless(Wi-Fi)” 1 Use the cursor keys to select “WPS Button” and press ENTER. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “NEXT...

1 Use the cursor keys to select “Share Wi-Fi Settings (iOS)” and press ENTER. 2 Use the cursor keys to select “NEXT” and press ENTER. 3 Read the on-screen description and select “NEXT” and then, press ENTER. Note When you use wired network connection, a warning message is displayed on the screen.Dis...

Setting up a wireless connection by selecting from the list of available access points You can set up a wireless connection by selecting an access point from the list ofwireless LAN routers (access points) found by the unit. You need to manually enter thesecurity key. Setup menu “Network” > “Netw...

6 When finished entering the key, use the cursor keys to select “NEXT” and press ENTER. The wireless connection setting screen appears on the TV. Access Point X 7 Use the cursor keys to select “CONNECT” and press ENTER tostart the connection process. When the connection process finishes, “Completed”...

Input/output jacks and cables Video/audio jacks n HDMI jacks Transmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. Use an HDMI cable. ( 5 STB) 1 2 ( 1 MOVIE ) HDMI cable Note ▪ Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. We recommend using a cable less than 5.0 m (16.4 ft) long to prevent ...

Audio jacks n OPTICAL jack Transmit digital audio signals. Use a digital optical cable. If there is a protective capon the tip of the cable, remove it before using the cable. AUDIO 1 ( 7 TV ) OPTICAL Digital optical cable n COAXIAL jacks Transmit digital audio signals. Use a digital coaxial cable. C...

Using presence speakers Presence speaker layout The following three layout patterns are available for the presence speakers. Choose alayout pattern that suits your listening environment. • Front Height• Overhead• Dolby Enabled SP Note ▪ You can enjoy Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or Cinema DSP 3D with any layo...

Glossary Glossary of audio information n Glossary of audio decoding format This is a glossary of the technical terms related to audio decoding format used in thismanual. Dolby Atmos Introduced first in the cinema, Dolby Atmos brings a revolutionary sense of dimension andimmersion to the Home Theater...

DTS:X DTS:X is the next generation object-based, multi-dimensional audio technology from DTS.Unbound from channels, DTS:X conveys the fluid movement of sound to create an incredibly rich,realistic and immersive soundscape - in front of, behind, beside and above the audience - moreaccurately than eve...

Virtual CINEMA FRONT Virtual CINEMA FRONT allows the system to virtually reproduce the sound field of the surroundspeakers with front surround speakers. Even if the surround speakers placed in the front, the unitcreates the realistic sound field in a listening room. Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) Vi...

Supported file formats The following file formats can be used by the unit. File Sampling frequency (kHz) Quantization bit (bit) Bitrate (kbps) Number of channels Support for gapless playback WAV * 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 16/24/32 - 2 4 MP3 32/44.1/48 - 8 to 320 2 - WMA 32/44.1/48 - 8 to 320 2 -...

Video conversion table Video conversion table is shown as follows. Note ▪ You can select the resolution and the aspect ratio applied to HDMI-output video processing in “Video Mode” in the “Setup” menu. For details, see the following: – “Setting the use of the video signal processing” (p.127) ▪ The u...

Additional information on HDMI HDMI Control and synchronized operations HDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TVthat 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. Yo...

4 Turn on the unit and playback devices and then turn on the TV. 5 Switch the TV input to display the video from the unit. 6 Check that the input, to which the playback device is connected on the unit, is selected. If not, select the input source manually. 7 Check that the video from the playback de...

HDMI signal compatibility Confirm the following HDMI signal used by the unit. • When CPPM copy-protected DVD-Audio is played back, video/audio signals may not be output, depending on the type of the DVD player. • The unit is not compatible with HDCP-incompatible HDMI or DVI devices. For details, ref...

Trademarks Trademarks The trademarks used in this manual are as follows. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround, Dolby Vision, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under...

Specifications Specifications The specifications of this unit are as follows. Input jacks Analog Audio • Audio x 5 (including PHONO, AUX) Digital Audio (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz) • Optical x 2• Coaxial x 2 Video • Component x 1• Composite x 1 HDMI Input • HDMI x 5 Other jacks • USB x ...

Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF) • Monaural 69 dB • Stereo 67 dB Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) • Monaural 0.5% • Stereo 0.6% Antenna Input 75 Ω unbalanced AM Section (Except for U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia models) Tuning Range • [U.S.A. and Canada models] 530 kHz to 1710 kHz • [Asia, and Centra...

Default settings Default settings of the Option menu The default settings of the “Option” menu are asfollows. Tone Control Treble, Bass Bypass (0.0 dB) * When both “Treble” and “Bass” are 0.0 dB, “Bypass” appears. YPAO Volume • YPAO Volume Off • Adaptive DRC Off Dialogue • Dialogue Level 0 • DTS Dia...