Yamaha RX-V381 Owner's Manual

AV ReceiverOwner's ManualRead the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.EN

Remote controlTUNINGPRESETMUTETUNINGMEMORYTOP MENUHOMEPOP-UP/MENUDISPLAYRETURNSETUPOPTIONENTERFM/AMVOLUMEPROG RAMUSBSTRAIGHTENHANCER BASSBLUETOOTHINPU

PREPARATIONSGeneral setup procedure1 Placing speakers...

1 Placing speakersSelect the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. This sect

Typical speaker layoutsn5.1-channel systemWe recommend this speaker layout which can maximize the performance of the unit. 4 51 23910° to 30° 10° to 3

Other speaker layouts The following speaker layouts are also available.n3.1-channel system1 239 n2.1-channel system1 29 En14

Setting the speaker impedance(U.S.A. and Canada models only)Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connecting6-oh

2 Connecting speakersConnect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for a 5.1-channel system as an e

Connecting speaker cablesSpeaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of theunit and the speaker, and the other is f

3 Connecting a TV/playback devicesThe unit is equipped with a variety of input jacksincluding HDMI input jacks to allow you to connectdifferent types

Connecting a TVConnect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV. Youcan also enjoy playback of TV audio on the unit.To

CONTENTSBEFORE USING THE UNIT 4Accessories... 4How to u

Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players)Connect video devices such as BD/DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and gameconsoles to the unit. Depe

nChanging the combination of video/audio input jacksIf the combination of video/audio input jacks available on the unit does not match yourvideo devic

Connecting audio devices (such as CD players)Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players to the unit. Depending onthe audio output jacks a

4 Connecting the FM/AM antennasConnect 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

6 Selecting an on-screen menu languageSelect the desired on-screen menu language.1Press z (receiver power) to turn on the unit.2Turn on the TV and swi

7 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO)The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speakerconnections, measur

5To start the measurement, use the cursor keys to select “Start”and press ENTER. The measurement will start in 10 seconds. Press ENTER to start theme

Error messagesIf any error message is displayed during the measurement, resolve the problem andperform YPAO again.Auto SetupERRORE-9 : User Cancel<

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

PLAYBACKBasic playback procedureEnjoying playback1Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player)connected to the unit.2Use the input sel

Configuring playback settings for different playback sources(Option menu)...

Switching information on the front display1Press INFO repeatedly to select between the various displayitems.MUTEENHANCERSTEREOTUNEDSLEEPOUTECOCHARGEAD

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

Selecting the sound modeThe unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders thatallow you to enjoy playback sources with your

Enjoying sound field effects (CINEMA DSP)The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Yamaha’s originalDSP technology (CINEMA DS

nSound programs suitable for music (MUSIC)The following sound programs are optimized for listening to music sources.Hall in MunichThis program simulat

Enjoying unprocessed playbackYou can play back input sources without any sound field effect processing.nPlaying back in original channels (straight de

Enhancing the bass (Extra Bass)Extra Bass allows you to enjoy enhanced bass sounds, regardless of the size of thefront speakers and the presence or ab

Listening to FM/AM radioYou can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting fromregistered radio stations.Note▪ The radio frequ

2Press TUNING repeatedly to set a frequency. Hold down the key for about a second to search stations automatically.TUNINGPRESETMUTETUNINGMEMORYTOP ME

4To start the Auto Preset process, press ENTER.MUTEENHANCERSTEREOTUNEDSLEEPOUTECOCHARGEADAPTIVE DRCVIRTUAL01:FM 87.50MHzVOL.“SEARCH” appears during Au

BEFORE USING THE UNITAccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with the product.£ AM antenna £ FM antenna* One of the above is supp

nSelecting a preset stationTune into a registered radio station by selecting its preset number.1Press FM/AM to select “TUNER” as the input source.2Pre

Radio Data System tuning(U.K. and Europe models only)Radio Data System is a data transmission system used by FM stations in manycountries. The unit ca

Playing back music stored on a Bluetooth® deviceYou can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device on the unit.Please also refer to the owner’

Playback of Bluetooth® device contentsConnect a paired Bluetooth device and start playback. Check the followingbeforehand:• Pairing has been completed

Playing back music stored on a USB storage device (Except for USA, Canada, Australia models)You can play back music files stored on a USB storage devi

nBrowse screenUSB - TopBluesClassicalElectronicaJazzPopRockSoundtrackSpeaking1/9999142531List name2Contents listDisplays the list of USB storage devic

nRepeat/random settingsYou can configure the repeat/random settings for playback of USB storage devicecontents.1When “USB” is selected as the input so

Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu)You can configure separate playback settings for different playback sources.

Item Function PageRepeat (Repeat)(Except for USA, Canada, Australia models)Configures the repeat setting for the USB storagedevice.p.46Pairing (Pairin

nVolume Trim (Volume Trim)Fine-adjusts volume difference between input sources or subwoofer volume.Input Trim (In.Trim)Corrects volume differences bet

FEATURESWhat you can do with the unitThe unit is equipped with full of useful functions.Supports 2- to 5.1-channel speaker systemYou can enjoy your fa

nVideo Out (Video Out)Selects a video to be output with the selected audio source. For example, you canwatch the video while listening to the radio.In

CONFIGURATIONSConfiguring various functions (Setup Menu)You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TVscreen.NoteOper

Setup menu itemsMenu Item Function PageSpeakerConfigurationSubwooferSelects whether or not a subwoofer is connected. p.54FrontSelects the size of the

Menu Item Function PageECOAuto Power StandbySet the amount of time for the auto-standby function. p.61ECO ModeEnables/disables the eco mode (power sav

SpeakerConfigures the speaker settings manually.NoteDefault settings are underlined.nConfigurationConfigures the output characteristics of the speaker

SurroundSelects whether or not surround speakers are connected and their sizes.SettingsSmallSelect this option for small speakers.The subwoofer or fro

nLevelAdjusts the volume of each speaker.ChoicesFront L, Front R, Center, Surround L, Surround R, SubwooferSetting range-10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB i

HDMIConfigures the HDMI settings.NoteDefault settings are underlined.nHDMI ControlEnables/disables HDMI Control (p.79).SettingsOff Disables HDMI Contr

nStandby SyncSelect whether to use HDMI control to link the standby behavior of the TV and the unitwhen “HDMI Control” is set to “On”.SettingsOff Does

SoundConfigures the audio output settings.NoteDefault settings are underlined.nDSP ParameterConfigures the surround decoder settings.PanoramaEnables/d

Playing back TV audio in surround sound with asingle HDMI cable connection (Audio ReturnChannel: ARC)When using an ARC -compatible TV, you only need o

AdjustmentAdjusts the delay between video and audio output manually when “Select” is set to“Manual”. You can fine-adjust the audio output timing when

ECOConfigures the power supply settings.NoteDefault settings are underlined.nAuto Power StandbySet the amount of time for the auto-standby function.Se

FunctionConfigures the functions that make the unit easier to use.NoteDefault settings are underlined.nInput RenameChanges the input source name displ

nInput SkipSet which input source is skipped when operating the INPUT key.You can select the desired input source quickly by using this function.Input

nRemote Color KeySet the unit's functions for the RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE key of the remote control.SettingsDefaultAssigns the functions of playbac

Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu)Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display.1Set the unit to standb

Selecting the remote control ID (REMOTE ID)VOL.MUTEENHANCERSTEREOTUNEDSLEEPOUTECOCHARGEADAPTIVE DRCVIRTUALREMOTE ID••ID1Change the unit’s remote contr

Restoring the default settings (INIT)VOL.MUTEENHANCERSTEREOTUNEDSLEEPOUTECOCHARGEADAPTIVE DRCVIRTUALINIT••••CANCELRestores the default settings for th

APPENDIXFrequently asked questionsThe frequently asked questions from customers and the answers are shown below.The new speaker system does not provid

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

Part names and functionsThe part names and functions of the unit and the supplied remote control are as follows.Front panelYPAO MICINFOMEMORY (PAIRING

Problem Cause RemedyThe unit cannot be controlled using the remotecontrol.The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the op

Problem Cause RemedyNo sound is coming from the subwoofer.The playback source does not contain Low Frequency Effect (LFE)or low-frequency signals.To c

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

FM/AM radioProblem Cause RemedyFM radio reception is weak or noisy.There is multi-path interference. Adjust the FM antenna height or orientation, or p

Bluetooth®Problem Cause RemedyCannot make the unit pair with a Bluetoothdevice.Another Bluetooth device is connected. Terminate current Bluetooth conn

Error indications on the front displayRefer to the table below when the error message is indicated on the front display.Message Cause RemedyAccess err

GlossaryThis is a glossary of the technical terms used in this manual.Audio informationnAudio decoding formatDolby DigitalDolby Digital is a compresse

WMA (Windows Media Audio)One of the compressed digital audio formats developed by Microsoft Corporation. Withpsychoacoustic technologies, this compres

Supported devices and file formatsThe following devices and file formats can be used by the unit.Supported devicesnUSB devices (Except for USA, Canada

Information on HDMIThe additional information on HDMI is as follows.HDMI ControlHDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you c

Front display (indicators) L C RSL SW SRVOL.MUTEENHANCERTUNEDSTEREOSLEEPOUTADAPTIVE DRC346 7 809B0AC12 51HDMILights up when HDMI signals are being in

3Use the cursor keys to select “HDMI” and press ENTER.SetupSpeakerHDMISoundECOFunctionLanguageBackRETURN4Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select “HDMI Con

Audio Return Channel (ARC)ARC allows you to input TV audio to the unit with the HDMI cable which transmits videosignal to the TV.Check the following a

TrademarksThe trademarks used in this manual are as follows.Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby,Pro Logic, and the double-D symb

SpecificationsThe specifications of this unit are as follows.Input jacksAnalog Audio• Audio x 3Digital Audio (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz)

USB (Except for USA, Canada, Australia models)Capable of Mass Storage Class USB MemoryCurrent Supply Capacity: 0.5 ABluetoothBluetooth version• Ver. 2

Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network)• AV 2 etc. (Input 1 kΩ Shorted, Speaker Out)110 dB or moreResidual Noise (IHF-A Network)• Front L/R (Speaker Out

Standby Power Consumption• HDMI Control Off– [Taiwan, Brazil and General model] 0.5 W– [Other models] 0.3 W• HDMI Control On (No Signals) 0.9 WMaximum

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Rear panel 8 95 721364▪ The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in whiteon the actual product to prevent improper connections. 1HDMI O