Yamaha RX-A830 Owner's Manual

EnglishAV ReceiverOwner’s Manual Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 10Rear panel1 REMOTE IN/OUT jacksFor connecting to an infrared signal receiver/emitter that allows you to opera

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) En 100LanguageSelect an on-screen menu language.Settings• The information on th

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) En 101Types of information Audio SignalDisplays information about the current

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 102Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 103Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU)(Asia and General models

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 104Updating the firmware (UPDATE)New firmware that provides additional featu

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 105You can use the unit’s remote control to operate external devices (such as

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 106Registering the remote control codes for playback devicesYou can use the u

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 107Programming from other remote controls (learning)(China, Korea, U.K. and E

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 108Clearing functions learned from other remote controls(China, Korea, U.K. a

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 109Resetting remote control codesYou can reset a remote control code register

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 11Remote control1 Remote control signal transmitterTransmits infrared signals.2 SOURCE z keyTurns on/off an ext

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Updating the unit’s firmware via the network En 110New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be rel

APPENDIX ➤ Frequently asked questions En 111APPENDIXThe new speaker system does not provide an ideal sound balance...If you have changed speakers or h

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 112Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly.If the problem you are experiencing is not listed b

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 113The unit cannot be controlled using the remote control.The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 114AudioProblem Cause RemedyNo sound.Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 115VideoNo sound from the TV (when HDMI Control is used).The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers.Change the a

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 116FM/AM radioProblem Cause RemedyFM radio reception is weak or noisy.There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM an

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 117USB and networkProblem Cause RemedyThe unit does not detect the USB device.The USB device is not connected to the USB

APPENDIX ➤ Error indications on the front display En 118Error indications on the front displayMessage Cause RemedyAccess denied Access to the PC is de

APPENDIX ➤ Ideal speaker layout En 119Use this diagram as a guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly.Ideal

PREPARATIONS ➤ General setup procedure En 12PREPARATIONSThis completes all the preparations. Enjoy playing movies, music, radio and other content with

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 120Audio information Audio decoding formatDolby DigitalDolby Digital is a compressed digital audio format developed by Dolby L

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 121Sampling frequency/Quantization bitSampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an ana

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 122Yamaha technologiesCINEMA DSP (Digital Sound Field Processor)Since the Dolby Surround and DTS systems were originally design

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 123Video signal flowVideo signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. Video conversion ta

APPENDIX ➤ Information on HDMI En 124HDMI ControlHDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI

APPENDIX ➤ Information on HDMI En 1257Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with t

APPENDIX ➤ Reference diagram (rear panel) En 126• The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent imp

APPENDIX ➤ Trademarks En 127Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks o

APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 128Input jacks• Analog Audio[U.S.A. and Canada models]Audio x 5 (AV 5–6, AUDIO 1–2, V-AUX)[Other models]Audio x 6 (AV 5–6

APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 129Network• PC Client Function• Compatible with DLNA ver. 1.5• AirPlay supported• Internet RadioCompatible Decoding Forma

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 13Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (wit

APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 130• Video Signal to Noise Ratio ...50 dB or more• Monitor Out Frequency Response (Video Con

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 131Symbols★ key 11Exclamation mark (!) 110Lock icon (o) 99Numerics16:9 Normal (Aspect, Setup menu) 932.1-channel system 152ch Ster

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 132Dimmer (Front Display) (Display Set, Setup menu) 97Direct (Sound Program menu) 84Direct Stream Digital (DSD) 120DISPLAY key 11D

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 133Learning (remote control) 107Left / Right Balance (Sound Program menu) 84Level (Sound Program menu) 84Level (Speaker, Setup men

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 134Remote connection 71Remote control (part names and functions) 11Remote control code registration (playback device) 106Remote co

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 135TV Audio Input (HDMI Control, Setup menu) 93TV connection 21TV connection (ARC-compatible TV) 21TV connection (HDMI Control-com

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PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 147.1+2-channel system• The surround back speakers and presence speakers do not produce sounds simultaneously. The

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 155.1-channel systemThis speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 16 Setting the speaker impedanceUnder its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connec

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 17Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for 7.1+2-, 7

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 187.1-channel system (using presence speakers)6.1-channel system Connecting speaker cablesSpeaker cables have t

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 19Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connectionsWhen using front speakers that support bi-amp connect

En 2CONTENTSAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5FEATURES 6What yo

PREPARATIONS ➤ Input/output jacks and cables En 20 Video/audio jacks❑ HDMI jacksTransmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. Use a

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 21Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV.You can also enjoy playback of TV

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 22❑ Necessary settingsTo use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the following settings.For details on setti

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 23 Connection Method 2 (HDMI Control-compatible TV)Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital opti

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 243Configure the settings for HDMI Control.a Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as a HDMI Cont

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 25 Connection Method 4 (TV without HDMI input jacks)When connecting any video device to the AV 1–2 (COMPONENT VIDEO

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 26The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 27 Composite video connectionConnect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cab

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 28• The following operation is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI.1After conn

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 29Connecting audio devices (such as CD players)Connect audio devices such as CD players, MD players, and

En 3Playing back iPod music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Connecting an iPod . . . . . . . . .

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 30❑ MHL connectionConnect an MHL-compatible mobile device (such as smartphones) to the unit with an MHL

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting the FM/AM antennas En 31Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place t

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting other devices En 32Connecting an external power amplifierWhen connecting an external power amplifier (pre-main amplifier) to

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting the power cable En 33Connecting a device compatible with the trigger functionThe trigger function can control an external de

PREPARATIONS ➤ Selecting an on-screen menu language En 34TV VOL TV CHTVINPUTMUTECODE SET9010ENTMEMORY56871234MOVIEENHANCERTUNING PRESETBANDDISPLAYRET

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 35The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 36The following screen appears on the TV.• To cancel the operation, disconnect

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 37Measuring at one listening position (single measure)Follow the procedure belo

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 38Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure)When “Multi Position

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 396Disconnect the YPAO microphone from the unit.This completes optimization of

En 4APPENDIX 111Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Troubleshooting . . . . . . . .

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 40Reloading the previous YPAO adjustmentsWhen the speaker settings you have con

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 41Error messagesIf any error message is displayed during the measurement, resol

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 42Warning messagesIf a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you

PLAYBACK ➤ Basic playback procedure En 43PLAYBACK1Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit.2Use the input se

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) En 44The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input sou

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 45The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 46Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D) The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 47 Sound programs suitable for movies (MOVIE)The following sound programs are optimized for viewing video sour

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 48 Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC)The following sound programs are optimized for lis

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 49Enjoying unprocessed playbackYou can play back input sources without any sound field effect processing. Play

Accessories En 5AccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with the product. Remote control  Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x2) AM a

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 50Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct)When the Pure Direct mode is enabled, the unit plays back the

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 51You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations.• T

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 52Registering favorite radio stations (presets)You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you ha

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 53Radio Data System tuning(U.K. and Europe models only)Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 54Operating the radio on the TVYou can view the radio information or select a radio station on the TV.1Press TU

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 55 Browse screen1 Preset station listDisplays the list of preset stations. Use the cursor keys to select a pre

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 56You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable supplied with the iPod.• An iPod may not be detecte

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 57Playback of iPod contentFollow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start playback.You can con

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 58 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (p.59) and playback status (su

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 59 Repeat/shuffle settingsYou can configure the repeat/shuffle settings of your iPod.• During simple play, conf

FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit En 6FEATURESWhat you can do with the unitAV receiver (the unit)SpeakersBD/DVD playerHDMI ControlAudio/VideoTV

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 60You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Refer to t

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 612Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER.If a song is selected, playba

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 62 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (p.6

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 63You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the uni

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 643Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER.If a song is selected, pla

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 65 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to Internet radio En 66You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world.You can control the Internet radio with

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to Internet radio En 67 Browse screen1 Playback indicator2 List name3 Contents listDisplays the list of Internet radio content.

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iTunes/iPod music via a network (AirPlay) En 68The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iTunes/iPod music via a network (AirPlay) En 69• The playback screen is available only when your TV is connected to the unit v

FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit En 7Full of useful functions!❑ Connecting various devices (p.26)A number of HDMI jacks and various input/outp

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 70The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 71 Using an external amplifierConnect the external amplifier (with volume control) pl

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 72Remote connections between Yamaha productsAn infrared signal transmitter is not requ

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 734Start playback on the external device or select a radio station.Refer to the instru

PLAYBACK ➤ Viewing the current status En 74Switching information on the front display1Press INFO.Each time you press the key, the displayed item chang

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 75You can configure separate playback settings for different

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 76 Tone Control (Tone Control)Adjusts the high-frequency ran

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 77 Extended Surround (EXTD Surround)Selects how to play back

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring input sources (Input menu) En 78CONFIGURATIONSYou can change the input source settings using the TV screen.1Press ON SCRE

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring input sources (Input menu) En 79 Rename/Icon SelectChanges the input source name and icon displayed on the front display

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 8Front panel1 MAIN ZONE z keyTurns on/off (standby) the unit.2 Standby indicatorLights up when the unit is in s

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) En 80 Volume InterlockEnables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay.Inpu

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) En 814Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER.5Use the cursor keys an

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 82 Rename/Icon SelectChanges the scene name and icon displayed

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 834Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER.•

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 84The following items are available when you select “2ch Stereo”

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 85You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV scree

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 86Setup menu itemsMenu Item Function PageSpeakerAuto Setup Automatically optimizes the

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 87NetworkIP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). 95Network S

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 88Speaker (Manual Setup)Configures the speaker settings manually. Power Amp AssignSele

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 89❑ Surround BackSelects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 9Front display (indicators)1 HDMILights up when HDMI signals are being input or output.OUT1/OUT2Indicates the H

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 90 DistanceSets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sound

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 91 Test ToneEnables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjus

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 92 Max VolumeSets the maximum volume to prevent excessive loudness.Setting range-30.0

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 93❑ AspectSelects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 94❑ ARCEnables/disables ARC (p.21) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”.Settings• You do

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 95NetworkConfigures the network settings. IP AddressConfigures the network parameters

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 96 Network NameEdits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on ot

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 97 Zone2 SetConfigures the Zone2 settings.❑ Max VolumeSets the Zone2 maximum volume to

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 98❑ WallpaperSelects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV.Settings Trigger Outp

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 99 Memory GuardPrevents accidental changes to the settings.Settings• When “Memory Guar