Yamaha CX-A5200 Owner's Manual

Owner’s ManualEN• This unit is a product for enjoying video and music at home.• This manual explains preparations and operations for everyday users of

En 10Unrivaled audio and video qualityYou can enjoy unrivaled high-quality audio and videos with the unit.High-resolution music enhancerHi-bit high-sa

En 100Preparing the multi zone systemConnect the device that will be used in other rooms to the unit. Connecting speakers to play back audioConnect t

En 101 Connecting an HDMI-compatible device to play back videos/audioConnect an HDMI-compatible device (such as a TV) to play back videos/audio at Zo

En 102 Operating the unit from another room (remote connection)You can operate the unit and external devices from Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4 using the sup

En 103Controlling Zone2, Zone3 or Zone41Use the ZONE switch to select a zone.2Press z (receiver power).Each time you press the key, the selected zone

En 104 Other operations for Zone2, Zone3 or Zone4The following functions are also available when the zone you want to operate is enabled.Adjusting th

En 105Registering favorite items (shortcut)You can register up to 40 favorite USB and network contents or Bluetooth input source as shortcuts and acce

En 106Viewing the current statusYou can view the current status (input or DSP program currently selected) on the front panel display or TV.Switching i

En 107Viewing the status information on the TV1Press OPTION.2Use the cursor keys to select “On-screen Information” and press ENTER.The following infor

En 108Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu)You can configure separate playback settings for different playback so

En 109Option menu itemsX• Available items vary depending on the selected input source.• When the input icon is displayed on the upper right of the “Op

En 11Expandable to meet diverse needsThe unit provides excellent expandability which is applicable to all uses.The best expandability in YamahaYou can

En 110 Tone Control (Tone Control)Adjusts the level of high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) individually.ChoicesTreble (Trebl

En 111DTS Dialogue Control (DTS Dialog)Adjusts the volume of dialogue sounds for DTS:X contents.Setting range0 to 6XThis setting is available only whe

En 112 Volume Trim (Volume Trim)Configures the input settings.Input Trim (In.Trim)Corrects volume differences between input sources. If you are bothe

En 113Video Adjustment (Video Adjust)Selects a video adjustment setting from presets you have configured in “Adjustment” (p.133) in the “Setup” menu.X

En 114 Add to favorites (Add to Fav.)Register the currently playing Internet radio station to the “Favorites” folder.XYou can also register up to 40

En 115CONFIGURATIONSConfiguring various functions (Setup menu)Perform the following basic procedure to operate the “Setup” menu. You can configure the

En 116Setup menu itemsUse the following table to configure various functions of the unit.Menu Item Function PageSpeakerSetting Pattern Registers two s

En 117SoundInformation Displays information about the current audio signal. 125LipsyncDelay Enable Enables/disables the “Lipsync” adjustment configure

En 118SceneScene Setting Selects items to be included as the scene assignments. 131Scene Rename Renames the scene name displayed on the front display

En 119Multi ZoneInformation Displays information about Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4 139Zone2Volume Enables/disables volume adjustments for Zone2 output. 139

En 12Useful applicationsThe following applications provide you the flexibility to control the unit or assist you with the cable connections.AV CONTROL

En 120SystemInformation Displays the system information on the unit. 141Language Selects an on-screen menu language. 141Input Assignment Assigns the C

En 121SpeakerConfigures the speaker settings manually.XDefault settings are underlined. Setting PatternRegisters two speaker setting patterns and swi

En 122CenterSelects whether or not a center speaker is connected and its size.SettingsSurroundSelects whether or not surround speakers are connected a

En 123Rear PresenceSelects whether or not rear presence speakers are connected and their size.SettingsLayout SettingsXThis setting is not available wh

En 124 Parametric EQAdjusts the tone with an equalizer.SettingsX“YPAO:Flat”, “YPAO:Front”, and “YPAO:Natural” are available only when the measurement

En 125 Test ToneEnables/disables the test tone output. Test tone output helps you to adjust the speaker balance or equalizer while confirming its eff

En 126 LipsyncAdjusts the delay between video and audio by holding up the audio output.Delay EnableEnables/disables the Lipsync adjustment for each i

En 127Initial DelayAdjusts the delay between the direct sound and presence sound field generation.Higher to enhance the delay effect, and lower to red

En 128Surround Room SizeAdjusts the broadening effect of the surround sound field.Setting range0.1 to 2.0 (higher to enhance the broadening effect)Y•

En 129 11ch StereoAdjusting the volume settings.LevelAdjusts the entire volume. This setting is effective when “11ch Stereo” is selected.Setting rang

En 13Part names and functionsThis section explains the functions of the parts of the unit.Front panela MAIN ZONE z keyTurns on/off (standby) the unit

En 130 VolumeSetting the volume.Max VolumeSets the limit value of the volume.Setting range-60.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [20.5 to

En 131 Ultra Low Jitter PLL ModeEnables/disables the jitter elimination function.Input sourceAV 1-7, AUDIO 1-4 (available only when any audio digital

En 132*1 The “Volume” setting is not available with Zone4.*2 For “Volume”, the “Initial Volume” setting in the “Multi Zone” menu has priority.XTo rest

En 133ResolutionSelects a resolution to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set to “Processing”.SettingsXIf you need to select a resolution

En 134ContrastAdjusts the video contrast.Setting range-100 to 0 to +100SaturationAdjusts the video saturation.Setting range-100 to 0 to +100 HDMI Con

En 135 HDMI ZONE OUT AssignSelect the zone for which the HDMI OUT 3 (ZONE OUT) jack is used.SettingsZone2, Zone4XFor details on audio signals that ca

En 136 Network ConnectionSelects the network connection method.Settings IP AddressConfigures the network parameters (such as IP address).DHCPSelect

En 137 MAC Address FilterSets the MAC address filter to limit access to the unit from other network devices.FilterEnables/disables the MAC address fi

En 138 Network NameEdits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on other network devices.Network Name Setup procedure1Press ENT

En 139 Audio ReceiveConfigures the Bluetooth settings when the unit is used as the Bluetooth audio receiver.DisconnectTerminates the Bluetooth connec

En 14 Inside of the front panel doora SETUP keyDisplays the Setup menu on the TV.b Menu operations keysCursor keys: Select a menu or a parameter.ENTE

En 140Max VolumeSets the Zone2 or Zone3 limit value of the volumes.Setting range-60.0 dB to +15.0 dB (5.0 dB increments), +16.5 dB [20.5 to 90.5 (5.0

En 141 Zone RenameChanges the zone name displayed on the front display or TV screen. Setup procedure1Use the cursor keys to select Zone, and then pr

En 142 Input AssignmentAssigns the COMPONENT VIDEO, COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks to another input source.Input Assignment ProcedureExample: assigning t

En 143 Input Rename (Manual)Allows the input source names displayed on the front display to be set manually.Input sourcesAV 1-7, AUX, AUDIO 1-4, PHON

En 144Color KeySet the function to operate the external device with the RED / GREEN / YELLOW / BLUE key on the remote control.SettingsY• For details o

En 145 Trigger Output1, Trigger Output2Sets the TRIGGER OUT 1-2 jacks to function in sync with the power status of each zone or input switching.Trigg

En 146 ECOChanges the setting for the auto-standby function.Auto Power StandbySets the amount of time for the auto-standby function. If you do not op

En 147 Firmware UpdateUpdate the firmware.Firmware UpdateUpdates the firmware via the network. You can also check the firmware version and system ID.

En 148ADVANCED SETUP menu itemsXDefault settings are underlined.Turning on/off the remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR)Turn on/off the remote control

En 149Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT)Switch the video signal type of the unit so that it matches to the format of your TV.SettingsNTSC, PA

En 15Front display (indicators)a HDMILights up when HDMI signals are being input or output.INLights up when HDMI signals are being input.OUT1/OUT2/OUT

En 150Switching the DTS format notification setting (DTS MODE)Switches the DTS format notification setting.This setting informs the video device (such

En 151Updating the firmware (FIRM. UPDATE)New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Updates c

En 152Updating the unit’s firmware via the networkNew firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. I

En 153APPENDIXFrequently asked questionsThe new speaker system does not provide an ideal sound balance...If you have changed speakers or have a new sp

En 154TroubleshootingRefer to the table below when the unit does not function properly.If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if t

En 155AudioThe RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys of the remote control do not operateThe device which is connected to the unit via HDMI does not support the

En 156No sound from the playback device (when HDMI Control is used).The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers.Change the audio output setting

En 157VideoProblem Cause RemedyNo video.Another input source is selected on the unit. Select an appropriate input source with the input selection keys

En 158FM/AM radio (AM radio feature is not available for the Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models)DAB radio (Australia, U.K., Europe

En 159BluetoothProblem Cause RemedyA Bluetooth connection cannot be established.The Bluetooth function of the unit is disabled. Enable the Bluetooth f

En 16Rear panel(U.S.A. model)* The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper connections.H

En 160USB and networkProblem Cause RemedyThe unit does not detect the USB device.The USB device is not connected to the USB jack securely. Turn off th

En 161The iPod does not recognize the unit when using AirPlay.The unit is connected to a multiple SSID router.Access to the unit might be restricted b

En 162Error indications on the front displayMessage Cause RemedyAccess denied Access to the PC is denied. Configure the sharing settings and select th

En 163GlossaryThis section explains the technical terms used in this manual.Audio information (audio decoding format)Dolby AtmosIntroduced first in th

En 164DTS Neo:6DTS Neo:6 enables 6-channel playback from 2-channel sources. There are two modes available: “Music mode” for music sources and “Cinema

En 165Audio Information (Others)LFE (Low Frequency Effects) 0.1 channelThis channel reproduces low-frequency bass signals and has a frequency range fr

En 166Network informationSSIDSSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular wireless LAN access point.Wi-FiWi-Fi (Wireless Fidel

En 167Supported devices and file formatsThis section explains the devices and file formats supported by the unit.Supported devicesFor information abou

En 168Video signal flowVideo signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below.HDMI HDMI HDMIHDMIVIDEOVIDEOPRPBYCOMPONEN

En 169Multi-zone outputAudio signals that can be output to Zone2, Zone3 and Zone4 vary depending on how you connect the device in each zone to the uni

En 17a PHONO jacksFor connecting to a turntable (p.36).b MULTI CH INPUT jacksFor connecting to a device that supports multichannel output and inputtin

En 170(Example)YHDMI Control might not work properly. For related functions and settings, refer to the following.– For linking with the selected scene

En 1718Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with the TV remote control.Y• If HDMI

En 172TrademarksManufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround, Dolby Vision, and the double-D symbol are trad

En 173SpecificationsInput jacks• Analog AudioAudio (Unbalance) x 9 (AV 1–4, AUDIO 1–3, PHONO, AUX)Audio (Balance) x 1 (AUDIO 4) (1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD)

En 174MusicCast• Controlled by MusicCast Application (iOS, Android)• MusicCast Link Client ...Main, Zone2, Zone

En 175• Tone Control CharacteristicsMain ZoneBass Boost/Cut ... ±6.0 dB/50 Hz (0.5 dB Step)Bass Turnover...

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En 18Remote controla Remote control signal transmitterTransmits infrared signals.b z (receiver power) keyTurns on/off (standby) the unit.c MAIN/ZONE s

En 19PREPARATIONSGeneral setup procedure 1 Placing speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

En 2CONTENTSIntroduction 5 Accessories... 5 About this book ...

En 20 1 Placing speakersThe unit has 11.2-channel pre-amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 11 channel speakers (via a power amplifier) and up to 2 subw

En 21Basic speaker configurationIf you do not multi-zone configurations, follow the procedure below to place the speakers in your room and connect the

En 229.2-channel system [S5.2.4] (using rear presence speakers)This speaker system uses the front and rear presence speakers to produce a highly-natur

En 237.1-channel system [S5.1.2] (using front presence speakers)This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensiona

En 245.1-channel systemThis speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensi

En 25Front 5.1-channel system (using front presence speakers)This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional s

En 26Presence speaker layoutThe unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height/Rear Height, Overhead and Dolby Enabled SP). C

En 27When using four presence speakersInstallation positionFront presence speakers: the ceiling between the extensions of the front speakers and liste

En 28Input/output jacks and cablesThe unit is equipped with the following input/output jacks. Prepare the cables that match the jacks on your devices.

En 29XLR jacksTransmit analog audio signals. Use an XLR balanced cable.XLR input jacksMatch the pins and insert the “male” connector of the XLR balanc

En 3PLAYBACK 63 Basic playback procedure ...63Selecting an HDMI output jack ...

En 30 2 Connecting the power amplifier and subwoofersConnect the power amplifier and subwoofer (with built-in amplifier) to the unit.Connecting a p

En 31 Unbalanced connectionDepending on the speaker system you want to use, connect the corresponding PRE OUT (RCA) jacks of the unit to the amplifie

En 32 Unbalanced connectionConnect the subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the SUBWOOFER PREOUT (RCA) 1–2 jacks of the unit with audio pin cables

En 33 3 Connecting a TV and playback devicesThe unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect d

En 34 Connecting another TV or a projectorIf a second TV or projector is connected to the HDMI OUT 2 jack, you can use the remote control to switch t

En 35 Component video connectionConnect a video device to the unit with a component video cable and an audio cable (digital coaxial or stereo pin cab

En 36Connecting audio devices (such as CD players)Connect audio devices such as CD players and a turntable to the unit. Depending on the audio output

En 37Connecting to the jacks on the front panelThe AUX jacks are convenient for temporarily connecting an audio playback device.Use stereo pin cables

En 38 4 Connecting the radio antennasConnect the supplied radio antenna to the unit.FM/AM antennas (except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and

En 39 5 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antennaConnect the unit to a router (access point) with a network cable, or prepare th

En 4CONFIGURATIONS 115 Configuring various functions (Setup menu) ... 115Setup menu items ...

En 40 6 Connecting other devicesConnections with other devices are as shown below.Connecting a device with analog multichannel outputYou can connec

En 41 7 Connecting the power cableAfter all the connections are complete, connect the supplied power cable to the unit and then to an AC wall outle

En 42 8 Selecting an on-screen menu languageSelect the desired on-screen menu language from English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, It

En 43 9 Configuring the necessary speaker settingsIf you use any of the following speaker configurations, follow the procedure below to configure t

En 44 10 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO)The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connectio

En 456If desired, select the measuring options.Use the cursor keys to select “Multi Measure” (p.46) or “Angle/Height Measure” (p.47) and press ENTER.T

En 46Multi MeasureSelects multi measure or single measure.Measuring methodX• If you perform the multi measure, the speaker settings will be optimized

En 47Angle/Height MeasureEnables/disables the angle/height measurement.Measuring methodMeasuring at one listening position (single measure)Follow the

En 48(when angle/height measurement is enabled)Proceed to Step 2.2Perform the angle/height measurement.1Attach the supplied pole to the center of the

En 495Set the YPAO microphone at the top of the pole and perform the fourth angle measurement.The following screen appears on the TV when the fourth a

En 5IntroductionAccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with the product.#AM antenna(except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East

En 50Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure)Follow the procedure below to take a measurement when the “Multi Measure” box is checked

En 514Perform the angle/height measurement.1Attach the supplied pole to the center of the microphone base.2Place the microphone base at the listening

En 525To check the measurement results, use the cursor keys to select “Measurement result” and press ENTER.XFor details, see “Checking the measurement

En 53Checking the measurement resultsYou can check the YPAO measurement results.1After the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Measurement res

En 54Error messagesIf any error message is displayed during the measurement, resolve the problem and perform YPAO again.Error message RemedyERROR 1Fro

En 55Warning messagesIf a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you can still save the measurement results by following on-screen instru

En 56 11 Connecting to a network device wirelesslyConnect the unit to a wireless router (access point) or a mobile device by establishing a wireless

En 57Connecting the unit to a wireless networkThere are several methods to connect the unit to a wireless network.Select a connection method according

En 588After checking the on-screen message, use the cursor keys and ENTER to select “NEXT”.9On the iOS device, select the unit as the AirPlay speaker

En 59 Using other connection methodsIf your wireless router (access point) does not support WPS push button configuration method, follow the procedur

En 6About remote controlThis section explains how to use the supplied remote control.BatteriesInsert the batteries the right way round.Operating range

En 60Searching for an access pointIf you select “Access Point Scan” as the connection method, the unit starts searching for access points. After a whi

En 613Use the cursor keys and ENTER to enter the security key and select “NEXT”.If you select “None” in Step 2, this setting is not available. Proceed

En 62 12 Connecting to the MusicCast networkMusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to share music among all of

En 63PLAYBACKBasic playback procedure1Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit.2Use the input selection keys

En 64Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE)The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input source, sound p

En 65Selecting the sound modeThe unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback sources with

En 66Playing back with surround effects optimized for the scene (SURROUND:AI)With SURROUND:AI, the AI incorporated in the DSP creates the optimal surr

En 67 Sound programs suitable for movies (MOVIE)The following sound programs are optimized for viewing video sources, such as movies, TV programs, an

En 68 Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC)The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources.You can also

En 69 Enjoying sound field effects without surround speakers (Virtual CINEMA DSP)If you select one of the sound programs (except 2ch Stereo and 11ch

En 7FEATURESWhat you can do with the unitThe unit is equipped with the various useful features.Connecting various devices (p.28)A number of HDMI jacks

En 70Enjoying unprocessed playbackYou can play back input sources without any sound field effect processing. Playing back in original channels (strai

En 71Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct)When Pure Direct is enabled, the unit plays back the selected source with the least circuitry in o

En 72Listening to FM/AM radio (except Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models)You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequ

En 73Selecting a frequency for reception1Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source.2Press BAND to select a band (FM or AM).3Press TUNING to se

En 74 Registering radio stations automatically (FM Auto Preset)Automatically register FM radio stations with strong signals.1Press TUNER to select “T

En 75 Clearing all preset stationsClear all the radio stations registered to the preset numbers.1Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input source.“T

En 76Preparing the DAB tuningBefore tuning into DAB radio stations, follow the procedure below to perform an initial scan.1Press TUNER to select “TUNE

En 77Registering favorite DAB radio stations (presets)You can register up to 40 DAB radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you

En 78 Clearing all preset DAB radio stationsClear all the DAB radio stations registered to the preset numbers.1Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the i

En 79Checking reception strength of each DAB channel labelYou can check reception strength of each DAB channel label (0 [none] to 100 [best]).1Press T

En 8CINEMA DSPThe excitement of a concert hall and the powerful sense of being inside a movie - we all want to enjoy these experiences in our own livi

En 80 DAB frequency informationThe unit supports Band III (174 to 240 MHz) only.Frequency Channel label174.928 MHz 5A176.640 MHz 5B178.352 MHz 5C180.

En 81Listening to FM radio (Australia, U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models only)You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency

En 82Registering favorite FM radio stations (presets)You can register up to 40 FM radio stations as presets. Once you have registered stations, you ca

En 83 Selecting a preset stationTune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number.1Press TUNER to select “TUNER” as the input sourc

En 84Radio Data System tuning(U.K., Europe, Middle East and Russia models only)Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in

En 85Playing back music via BluetoothYou can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as smartphones) on the unit. Y• To use the Bluet

En 86Playing back music stored on a USB storage deviceYou can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit.The unit supports USB m

En 87Playback of USB storage device contentsFollow the procedure below to operate the USB storage device contents and start playback.You can control t

En 88 Browse screena Status indicatorsDisplay the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.89).b Contents listDisplays the list of USB storage device conte

En 89 Shuffle/repeat settingsYou can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for playback of USB storage device contents.1When “USB” is selected as the

En 9YPAOYPAO is Yamaha original automatic calibration system to optimizing your sound and surround environment by using microphone measurement. It can

En 90Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS)You can play back music files stored on your media servers on the unit.Y• To use this functio

En 91Playback of PC music contentsFollow the procedure below to operate the PC music contents and start playback.You can control the PC/NAS with the m

En 92 Browse screena Status indicatorsDisplay the current shuffle/repeat settings (p.93).b Contents listDisplays the list of PC content. Use the curs

En 93 Shuffle/repeat settingsYou can configure the shuffle/repeat settings for the playback of PC music content.1When “SERVER” is selected as the inp

En 94Listening to Internet radioYou can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world.Y• To use this function, the unit must be connected

En 95 Browse screena Contents listDisplays the list of Internet radio content. Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER to confirm the s

En 96Registering favorite Internet radio stations (Favorites)By registering your favorite Internet radio stations to “Favorites”, you can quickly acce

En 97Playing back iTunes/iPod music with AirPlayThe AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via network.Y• To use this

En 98 Playback screena Playback indicatorDisplays the elapsed/remaining time.b Playback informationDisplays the artist name, album name and song titl

En 99Playing back videos/audio in multiple rooms (multi-zone)The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room where