Yamaha RX-V771 Manual

AV ReceiverOwner’s ManualEnglish for Asia, Africa, Oceania and Latin America Be sure to read “Safety Brochure” (supplied booklet) before using this un

En 10Rear panel1 DOCK jackFor connecting an optional Yamaha products such as iPod dock (p.54), iPod wireless system (p.54), and Bluetooth receiver (p.

En 100Types of information Audio SignalDisplays information about the current audio signal.• Even when this unit is set to output bitstream signals d

En 101You can configure the system settings of this unit using the front display.1Set this unit to standby mode.2While holding down STRAIGHT on the fo

En 102 Changing the remote control ID of the remote controlPerform each of the following steps within 1 minute. Otherwise, the setting will be automa

En 103Updating the firmware (UPDATE)New firmware will be released irregularly for the purpose of additional features or product improvements. It can b

En 104SCENEVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICCDRADIOMUTE785690101234MODEENTHDMI

En 105SCENERETURNVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICBDDVDTVCDRADIOMUTEENTER785690

En 106Programming from other remote controls (learning)(China and Korea models only)The remote control of this unit can receive remote control signals

En 107Resetting remote control codes Resetting all remote control codesYou can clear all remote control codes (including functions learned from other

En 108If this unit is connected to the Internet, the corresponding message will be displayed on the TV when a newer firmware is available. In this cas

En 109APPENDIXThe new speaker system does not provide an ideal sound balance...If you have changed speakers or speaker system, use “Auto Setup” to opt

En 11Remote control1 Remote control signal transmitterTransmits infrared signals.2 MAIN/ZONE2Switches the zones (main or Zone2) to operate with the re

En 110Refer to the table below when this unit does not function properly.If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below, or if the instructio

En 111AudioProblem Cause RemedyNo sound.Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keysSignals that

En 112VideoNo sound from the TV (when HDMI Control is used).(If the TV is connected to this unit with an audio cable)The TV audio input setting does n

En 113FM/AM radioUSB and networkProblem Cause RemedyFM radio reception is weak or noisy.There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height

En 114Remote controlThe files in the PC cannot be viewed or played back.The files are not supported by this unit or the media server.Use the file form

En 115Error indications on the front displayMessage(alphabetical order)Cause RemedyAccess deniedAccess to the PC is denied. Configure the sharing sett

En 116Use this diagram as guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly.Ideal speaker layout60°60°80°80°30 cm o

En 117Audio informationAudio and video synchronization (Lipsync)Lip sync, an abbreviation for lip synchronization, is a technical term that involves b

En 118DTS Digital SurroundDTS Digital Surround was developed to replace the analog soundtracks of movies with a 5.1-channel digital sound track, and i

En 119Video informationComponent video signalWith the component video signal system, the video signal is separated into the Y signal for luminance and

En 12SETUPNow all the preparations are complete. Enjoy playing movies, music, radio, etc. with this unit!General setup procedure1 Placing speakers (p.

En 120Video signal flowVideo signals input from a video device to this unit are output to a TV as shown below.(solid line) is always available. (dott

En 121HDMI ControlHDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI Control to this unit with an HD

En 122HDMI signal compatibilityAudio signalsVideo signalsThis unit is compatible with the video signals of the following resolutions:- 480i/60 Hz - 72

En 123Reference diagram (rear panel)COMPONENTVIDEOVIDEO+12V0.1A MAX.TRIGGER OUTDOCK NETWORKPHONOFMAM75ΩANTENNAPRPBYPRPBYAUDIO 2AUDIO 1AV 6AV 5AV 4AV 3

En 124Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured

En 125Input jacks• Analog AudioAudio x 6 (AV5~6, AUDIO1~2, PHONO, V-AUX)• Digital Audio (Support fs: 32 kHz to 96 kHz)Optical x 2 (AV1, AV4)Coaxial x

En 126Audio Section• Rated Output Power (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 8 Ω)Front L/R ...95

En 127• Standby Power ConsumptionHDMI Control Off / Standby Through Off...0.1 W or lessHDMI Control On/Standby Through On (Typical)...

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En 13Select the speaker layout depending on the number of speakers and place the speakers and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) in your room. This s

En 147.1+2 channel system 7.1 channel system (using surround back speakers)7.1 channel system (using presence speakers) 6.1 channel system• The surrou

En 155.1 channel system 4.1 channel system3.1 channel system 2.1 channel system1Speaker placement2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910

En 16 Setting the speaker impedanceThis unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers at the factory. When connecting 6-ohm speakers, set the speaker impedan

En 17Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. Here are connections of 7.1+2, 7.1 and 6.1 channel system as examples. If you select anothe

En 187.1 channel system (using presence speakers)6.1 channel systemWhen using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SINGLE jack (L side).T

En 19 Connecting speaker cablesSpeaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of the unit and the speaker, and the ot

En 2CONTENTSWhat you can do with this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Part names and functions . . . .

En 20 Video/audio jacksHDMI jacksTransmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. Use an HDMI cable.• Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the

En 21Connect a TV to this unit so that videos input to this unit can be output to the TV.You can also enjoy playback of TV audio on this unit.The conn

En 22Necessary settingsTo use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the following settings.For details on settings and operations of your TV, re

En 23 Connection method 2 (HDMI Control-compatible TV)Connect the TV to this unit with an HDMI cable and a digital optical cable.• The following expl

En 243Configure the settings for HDMI Control.a Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (HDMI Control-compatible BD/DVD player, etc).b Turn

En 25 Connection method 4 (TV without HDMI input jacks)Depending on the video input jacks available on your TV, choose one of the following connectio

En 26This unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect different types of playback devices. For i

En 27 Composite video connectionConnect a video device to this unit with a video pin cable and an audio cable (digital coaxial, digital optical or st

En 281After connecting external devices (TV, playback devices, etc.) and power cable of this unit, turn on this unit and TV.2Switch the TV input to di

En 29Connecting to the jacks on the front panelUse the VIDEO AUX jacks on the front panel to temporarily connect devices such as a game console and a

En 3Playing back music stored on a USB storage device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Connecting a USB storage device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

En 30Connect this unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable).You can enjoy Internet radio or

En 31Connecting an external power amplifierWhen connecting an external power amplifier (pre-main amplifier) to enhance speaker output, connect the inp

En 32Connecting a device compatible with SCENE link playback (remote connection)If you have a Yamaha product that has the capability of the SCENE cont

En 33After all the connections are complete, plug in the power cable.8 Connecting the power cableBefore connecting the power cable (General model only

En 34Select a desired on-screen menu language from English (default), Japanese, French, German, Spanish and Russian.1Press RECEIVER to turn on this

En 35By using the Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function, this unit automatically detects speaker connections and distances from th

En 36The following screen appears on the TV.• To cancel the operation, disconnect the YPAO microphone before starting the measurement.5If desired, cha

En 37Measuring at one listening position (single measure)When “Multi Position” is set to “No”, follow the procedure below to make the measurement.• YP

En 38Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure)When “Multi Position” is set to “Yes”, follow the procedure below to make the measuremen

En 39Checking the measurement resultsYou can check the YPAO measurement results.1After the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Result” and pre

En 4Information on HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121HDMI Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .

En 40Error messagesIf any error message is displayed during the measurement, resolve the problem and perform YPAO again.Error message Cause RemedyE-1:

En 41Warning messagesEven if any warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can save the measurement results by following on-screen instr

En 42SCENERETURNVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICBDDVDTVCDRADIOMUTEENTER5690123

En 43SCENERETURNVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICBDDVDTVCDRADIOMUTEENTER5690123

En 44SCENERETURNVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICBDDVDTVCDRADIOMUTEENTER5690123

En 45Enjoying sound field effects (CINEMA DSP)This unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha's original DSP technolog

En 46 Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC)The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources such as musi

En 47 Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D) CINEMA DSP 3D enables to create a natural stereoscopic sound field in your room.CINEMA DSP

En 48• You cannot select the Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoders when headphones are connected or when “Surround Back” in the “Setup” menu is set to “None”.E

En 49You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations.• The radio frequencies differ dependin

En 5AccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with this product. Remote control Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x 2) YPAO microphon

En 50Registering favorite radio stations (preset)You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you registered stations, you can easily tun

En 51SCENERETURNVOLUMESUR. DECODESTRAIGHTENHANCERSLEEP PURE DIRECTHDMIAV1234V-AUX5FMINFOMEMORYAMPRESETPA RT YMOVIE MUSICBDDVDTVCDRADIOMUTEENTER5690123

En 52 Browse screen1 Preset station listDisplays the list of preset stations. Use the cursor keys to select a preset station and press ENTER to tune

En 53You can play back iPod music/videos on this unit using a USB cable supplied with iPod, an optional Yamaha iPod dock (such as YDS-12) or an option

En 54 Using an iPod dockRefer to the instruction manual of the iPod dock in addition.1When this unit is in standby mode, connect the iPod dock to the

En 55Playback of iPod contentsWhen using a USB cable or an iPod dock, you can control the iPod with the menu displayed on the TV.• When using an iPod

En 56 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.57) and playback status (play/pause, etc).2 Playback informati

En 57 Shuffle/repeat settingsYou can configure the shuffle/repeat settings of your iPod.• When using an iPod wireless system, configure the shuffle/r

En 58You can play back music stored on a Bluetooth component on this unit using a Yamaha Bluetooth wireless audio receiver (such as YBA-10, optional).

En 594Select the Bluetooth receiver from the device list and enter the pass key “0000”.“Completed” appears when the pairing is complete.• Depending on

En 6FEATURESWhat you can do with this unitSupports 2 to 7.1 (plus presence) channel speaker system. Allows you to enjoy favorite acoustic spaces in va

En 60You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on this unit. Refer to the instruction manuals of the USB storage device in addition

En 61 Browse screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.62) and playback status.2 List name3 Contents listDisplays the l

En 62 Shuffle/repeat settingsYou can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents.• The shuffle/repeat settings

En 63You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on this unit.• To use this function, this unit and your PC must be connect

En 643Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER.If a song is selected, playback starts and the playback screen is displayed.• To return to

En 65• You can also use the external device operation keys ( , , , , ) on the remote control to control playback.• You can also use a DLNA-compati

En 66You can listen to Internet radio stations using the vTuner Internet radio station database service particularly customized for this unit, providi

En 67• By adding your favorite Internet radio stations to “Bookmark”, you can access to them quickly from “Bookmark”. To remove stations from “Bookmar

En 68The multi-zone function allows you to play back separate input sources in the room where this unit is installed (main zone) and another room (Zon

En 69 Using an external amplifierConnect the external amplifier placed in Zone2 to this unit with a stereo pin cable. Operating this unit from Zone2

En 7Full of useful functions!● Connecting various devices (p.26)A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks on this unit allow you to connec

En 70Remote connections between Yamaha productsIf you are using Yamaha products that support remote connections like this unit, an infrared signal tra

En 71• The on-screen operations are not available for Zone2. Use the front display or web control (p.73) to control Zone2.• To set the sleep timer (12

En 72Registering favorite items (shortcut)You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents as shortcuts and access them directly by selecti

En 73Controlling this unit from the web browser (web control)You can control this unit with the web control screen displayed in the web browser.• To u

En 74 Control screen1 PLAY INFOSelects an input source or controls playback for the selected zone.2 TOP MENUMoves to the top menu screen.3 SCENESelec

En 75Viewing the current status Switching information on the front display1Press INFO.Each time you press the key, the display item switches.About 3

En 76You can configure the playback-related settings in accordance with a playback source. Since this menu is operational on the front panel (or on th

En 77 Tone Control (Tone Control)Adjusts the high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) of speaker sounds. When connecting headphon

En 78 Extended Surround (EXTD Surround)Selects how to play back 5.1- to 7.1-channel sources when surround back speakers are used.Settings Volume Tri

En 79CONFIGURATIONSYou can change the input source settings using the TV screen.1Press ON SCREEN.2Use the cursor keys to select “Input” and press ENTE

En 8Front panel1 MAIN ZONE Turns on/off (standby) this unit.2 Standby indicatorLights up when this unit is in standby mode under any of the following

En 80 Rename/Icon SelectChanges the input source name and icon displayed on the front display or TV screen.Input sourcesHDMI1~5, AV1~6, V-AUX, AUDIO1

En 81 iPod InterlockSelects whether to control this unit in conjunction with operations of the iPod connected to the iPod wireless system.Input sourc

En 82You can change the settings of the SCENE function (p.43) using the TV screen.1Press ON SCREEN.2Use the cursor keys to select “Scene” and press EN

En 83DefaultSCENE1 (BD/DVD), SCENE2 (TV): HDMI ControlSCENE3 (CD): IR: Yamaha CDSCENE4 (RADIO): Off• To control playback of an HDMI Control-compatible

En 84You can change the settings of the sound programs and surround decoders using the TV screen.1Press ON SCREEN.2Use the cursor keys to select “Soun

En 85The following items are available when you select “2ch Stereo” or “7ch Stereo”.• Available items in “7ch Stereo” vary depending on the speaker sy

En 86You can configure the various functions of this unit using the TV screen.1Press ON SCREEN.2Use the cursor keys to select “Setup” and press ENTER.

En 87Setup menu itemsMenu Item Function PageSpeakerAuto Setup Optimizes the speaker settings automatically (YPAO). 35Manual SetupPower Amp Assign Sele

En 88Multi ZoneZone2 SetMax Volume Sets the Zone2 maximum volume so that sound is not too loud. 96Initial Volume Sets the Zone2 initial volume for whe

En 89Speaker (Manual Setup)Configures the speaker settings manually. Power Amp AssignSelects a speaker system.In addition to the 5.1- or 7.1-channel

En 9Front display (indicators)1 HDMILights up when HDMI signals are being input or output.OUT1/OUT2Indicate the HDMI OUT jacks currently outputting an

En 90❑ Surround BackSelects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and its size.Settings❑ Front PresenceSelects whether or not presence s

En 91 LevelAdjusts the volume of each speaker.ChoicesFront L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, Surround Back L, Surround Back R, Front Presen

En 92SoundConfigures the audio output settings. LipsyncAdjusts the delay between video and audio output.❑ AutoAdjusts the delay between video and aud

En 93VideoConfigures the video output settings. Analog to Analog ConversionEnables/disables the video conversion (p.120) between the analog video jac

En 94HDMIConfigures the settings related to HDMI. HDMI ControlEnables/disables HDMI Control (p.121).Settings• To use HDMI control, you need to perfor

En 95 Audio OutputSelects a device to output audio.• The “Amp” and “HDMI OUT1” settings are available only when “HDMI Control” is set to “Off”.❑ AmpE

En 96 Network StandbySelects whether to turn on this unit by the command from other network devices (network standby).Settings MAC Address FilterSet

En 97 Party Mode SetEnables/disables switching to the party mode (p.71).Choice Target: Zone 2Settings Zone RenameChanges the zone names displayed o

En 98Settings❑ Short MessageSelects whether to display short messages on the TV screen when this unit is operated (input selection, volume adjustment,

En 99LanguageSelect an on-screen menu language.Settings• The information on the front display is provided in English only.You can view information abo