RX-V681
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AV Receiver
Owner’s Manual
Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit.
EN
CONTENTS
Introduction 5
Accessories................................................................................... 5
About this book ............................................................................ 5
About remote control .................................................................... 5
Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x2) ...................................................................................................................... 5
Operating range of the remote control......................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES 6
What you can do with the unit........................................................ 6
Part names and functions .............................................................. 8
Front panel (RX-V781) .................................................................................................................................... 8
Front panel (RX-V681) .................................................................................................................................. 10
Front display (indicators) ............................................................................................................................ 12
Rear panel (RX-V781).................................................................................................................................... 13
Rear panel (RX-V681).................................................................................................................................... 15
Remote control ............................................................................................................................................ 17
PREPARATIONS 18
General setup procedure ..............................................................18
1 Connecting speakers ..................................................................19
Basic speaker configuration ........................................................................................................................ 20
Advanced speaker configuration ................................................................................................................ 27
2 Connecting a TV and playback devices .........................................32
Input/output jacks and cables .................................................................................................................... 32
Connecting a TV ........................................................................................................................................... 33
Connecting video devices (such as BD/DVD players) ................................................................................. 35
Connecting audio devices (such as CD players) ......................................................................................... 38
Connecting to the jacks on the front panel ................................................................................................ 38
3 Connecting the FM/AM antennas..................................................39
4 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna .....40
Connecting the network cable .....................................................................................................................40
Preparing the wireless antenna ...................................................................................................................40
5 Connecting other devices............................................................41
Connecting an external power amplifier..................................................................................................... 41
Connecting a device compatible with the trigger function ........................................................................41
6 Connecting the power cable........................................................42
7 Selecting an on-screen menu language ........................................ 43
8 Configuring the necessary speaker settings.................................. 44
9 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) ..................45
Measuring at one listening position (single measure) ................................................................................47
Measuring at multiple listening positions (multi measure) (RX-V781 only)...............................................48
Checking the measurement results .............................................................................................................50
Reloading the previous YPAO adjustments .................................................................................................50
Error messages ............................................................................................................................................. 51
Warning messages ........................................................................................................................................52
10 Connecting to a network device wirelessly .................................53
Selecting the connection method ............................................................................................................... 53
Connecting the unit to a wireless network..................................................................................................54
Connecting a mobile device to the unit directly (Wireless Direct) .............................................................59
11 Connecting to the MusicCast network ........................................61
MusicCast CONTROLLER ..............................................................................................................................61
Adding the unit to the MusicCast network ..................................................................................................61
PLAYBACK 62
Basic playback procedure.............................................................62
Selecting an HDMI output jack..................................................................................................................... 62
Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch
(SCENE) ......................................................................................63
Registering a scene....................................................................................................................................... 63
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Selecting the sound mode.............................................................64
Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D) ............................................................................... 65
Enjoying unprocessed playback.................................................................................................................. 68
Enjoying pure high fidelity sound (Pure Direct).......................................................................................... 69
Playing back digitally compressed formats (such as MP3, etc.) with enriched sound
(Compressed Music Enhancer) .................................................................................................................... 69
Listening to FM/AM radio ..............................................................70
Setting the frequency steps......................................................................................................................... 70
Selecting a frequency for reception ............................................................................................................ 70
Registering favorite radio stations (presets) .............................................................................................. 71
Radio Data System tuning ........................................................................................................................... 72
Operating the radio on the TV ..................................................................................................................... 73
Playing back music via Bluetooth ..................................................74
Playing back Bluetooth device music on the unit ...................................................................................... 74
Enjoying audio using Bluetooth speakers/headphones ............................................................................ 75
Playing back music stored on a USB storage device.........................76
Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................................................................... 76
Playback of USB storage device contents .................................................................................................. 76
Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) ...................79
Media sharing setup..................................................................................................................................... 79
Playback of PC music contents ................................................................................................................... 80
Listening to Internet radio ............................................................83
Playback of Internet radio ........................................................................................................................... 83
Registering favorite Internet radio stations (bookmarks) ......................................................................... 85
Playing back iTunes/iPod music with AirPlay..................................86
Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents.................................................................................................... 86
Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone).........................88
Preparing Zone2........................................................................................................................................... 88
Controlling Zone2 ........................................................................................................................................ 90
Registering favorite items (shortcut).............................................92
Registering an item ...................................................................................................................................... 92
Recalling a registered item.......................................................................................................................... 92
Controlling the unit from a web browser (web control) ...................93
Top menu screen.......................................................................................................................................... 94
Control screen .............................................................................................................................................. 94
Settings screen ............................................................................................................................................. 95
Viewing the current status............................................................96
Switching information on the front display ................................................................................................96
Viewing the status information on the TV ...................................................................................................96
Configuring playback settings for different playback sources
(Option menu).............................................................................97
Option menu items .......................................................................................................................................97
CONFIGURATIONS 101
Configuring input sources (Input menu)....................................... 101
Input menu items ....................................................................................................................................... 101
Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) ............................. 103
Scene menu items ......................................................................................................................................104
Configuring sound programs/surround decoders
(DSP Program menu) ................................................................. 105
DSP Program menu items ..........................................................................................................................106
Configuring various functions (Setup menu) ................................ 108
Setup menu items....................................................................................................................................... 109
Speaker (Manual Setup) .............................................................................................................................111
Sound ..........................................................................................................................................................114
Video............................................................................................................................................................116
HDMI ............................................................................................................................................................117
Network....................................................................................................................................................... 119
Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................................................121
Multi Zone ...................................................................................................................................................122
Function ......................................................................................................................................................123
ECO ..............................................................................................................................................................125
Language..................................................................................................................................................... 126
Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) ............... 126
Types of information ..................................................................................................................................127
Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu)............ 128
ADVANCED SETUP menu items ..................................................................................................................129
Changing the speaker impedance setting (SP IMP.) .................................................................................129
Selecting the remote control ID (REMOTE ID) ...........................................................................................129
Changing the FM/AM tuning frequency setting (TU).................................................................................129
Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT)...........................................................................................130
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Removing the limitation on HDMI video output (MON.CHK) ................................................................... 130
Selecting the HDMI 4K signal format (4K MODE) ...................................................................................... 130
Restoring the default settings (INIT) ......................................................................................................... 130
Updating the firmware (UPDATE).............................................................................................................. 131
Checking the firmware version (VERSION) ............................................................................................... 131
Updating the unit’s firmware via the network .............................. 132
APPENDIX 133
Frequently asked questions ........................................................ 133
Troubleshooting ........................................................................134
First, check the following:.......................................................................................................................... 134
Power, system and remote control........................................................................................................... 134
Audio........................................................................................................................................................... 135
Video ........................................................................................................................................................... 137
FM/AM radio................................................................................................................................................ 138
Bluetooth.................................................................................................................................................... 139
USB and network ....................................................................................................................................... 139
Error indications on the front display ..........................................141
Glossary .................................................................................... 142
Audio information (audio decoding format) ............................................................................................ 142
Audio information (others) ........................................................................................................................ 143
HDMI and video information ..................................................................................................................... 144
Network information ................................................................................................................................. 144
Yamaha technologies................................................................................................................................. 144
Supported devices and file formats ............................................. 145
Supported devices ..................................................................................................................................... 145
File formats................................................................................................................................................. 145
Video signal flow........................................................................ 146
Video conversion table .............................................................................................................................. 146
Information on HDMI.................................................................. 147
HDMI Control .............................................................................................................................................. 147
Audio Return Channel (ARC) ...................................................................................................................... 148
HDMI signal compatibility.......................................................................................................................... 149
Trademarks............................................................................... 150
Specifications............................................................................ 151
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Introduction
30° 30°
Within
6 m (20 ft)
(RX-V781) (RX-V681)
30° 30°
Accessories
Check that the following accessories are
supplied with the product.
AM antenna
☐
FM antenna
☐
* One of the above is supplied depending on the
region of purchase.
About this book
• The illustrations of the main unit used in this manual are of the RX-V781 (U.S.A. model),
unless otherwise specified.
• In this manual, illustrations of English menu screens are used as examples.
• Some features are not available in certain regions.
• Due to product improvements, specifications and appearance are subject to change without
notice.
• This manual explains operations using the supplied remote control.
Icons used in this manual
Y
indicates precautions for use of the unit and its feature limitations.
YPAO microphone
☐
Remote control
☐
Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x2)
☐
CD-ROM (Owner’s Manual)
☐
Easy Setup Guide
☐
Safety Brochure
☐
About remote control
This section explains how to use the supplied remote control.
Batteries
Insert the batteries the right way round.
Operating range of the remote control
X
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit and remain within th e operating range shown
below.
X
indicates supplementary explanations for better use.
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FEATURES
HDMI Control
TV audio
Video from
external device
Wi-Fi or
Wireless Direct
VSBS
What you can do with the unit
The unit is equipped with the various useful features.
Connecting various devices (p.32)
A number of HDMI jacks and various input/output jacks on
the unit allow you to connect video devices (such as BD/DVD
players), audio devices (such as CD players), game consoles,
camcorders, and other devices.
Playing back TV audio in surround
sound with a single HDMI cable
connection (Audio Return Channel:
ARC) (p.33)
When using an ARC-compatible TV, you only need one HDMI
cable to enable video output to the TV, audio input from the
TV, and the transmission of HDMI Control signals.
Various wireless connection
methods (p.53)
The unit supports the Wi-Fi feature that allows the unit to
connect to your wireless router (access point) without a
network cable connection. In addition, Wireless Direct
enables connecting a mobile device to the unit directly
without router.
Creating 3-dimensional sound fields
(p.65)
Connecting presence speakers allows you to create a natural
3-dimensional sound field in your own room (CINEMA DSP
3D). Even when no presence speakers are connected, the
Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) function produces 3D
surround sound. In addition, the unit creates Virtual
Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround speakers
to add a sense of depth to the rear sound field even when no
surround back speakers are connected.
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Surround playback with 5 speakers
placed in front (p.67)
If you have surround speakers but there is no space to place
them in the rear of your room, you can place them in the
front and enjoy multichannel surround sound with the 5
speakers placed in the front (Virtual CINEMA FRONT).
Home Audio Network with
MusicCast (p.61)
The unit supports the MusicCast feature that allows you to
link a MusicCast compatible device to another device in a
different room and play them back simultaneously, or
control all MusicCast compatible devices with the dedicated
application “MusicCast CONTROLLER”.
Low power consumption (p.125)
The ECO mode (power saving function) reduces the unit’s
power consumption.
Useful applications
The following applications provide you the flexibility to control the unit or assist you with the cable connections.
⬛ AV CONTROLLER
“AV CONTROLLER” will turn your smartphone/tablet into a
Wi-Fi enabled remote control for your Yamaha network
products. This application provides you the flexibility to
control the available inputs, volume, mute, power
commands and playback source.
Functions
• Power on/off and volume adjustment
• Input, scene and sound mode selection
• DSP Parameter adjustment
• Playback control (including music selection for some
sources)
⬛ AV SETUP GUIDE (for tablet)
“AV SETUP GUIDE” is an application that assists you with
cable connections between AV receiver and source devices
as well as AV receiver setup. This application guides you
through the various settings such as speaker connections,
TV and video/audio device connections and selecting the
speaker system.
Functions
• Connection guide (speakers, TV and video/audio devices)
• Setup guide (YPAO settings and various setup assistance
with illustrations)
• Viewing owner’s manual
X
For details, search for “AV CONTROLLER” on the App Store or Google
Play.
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X
For details, search for “AV SETUP GUIDE” on the App Store or Google
Play.
Part names and functions
INFO (WPS)ZONE 2
ZONE CONTROL
MEMORY
PRESET
FM AM
TUNING
CONTROL
TV
BD
DVD
NET
RADIO
INPUT
SCENE
MAIN ZONE
PHONES
SILENT
CINEMA
(CONNECT)
STRAIGHT
PURE DIRECT
HDMI IN
5V 1A
VIDEO
VOLUME
AUX USB
TONE
PROGRAM
YPAO MIC
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This section explains the functions of the parts of the unit.
Front panel (RX-V781)
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a MAIN ZONE z key
Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
b Standby indicator
Lights up when the unit is in standby mode under any of the following conditions.
• HDMI Control is enabled (p.117)
• Standby Through is enabled (p.118)
• Network Standby is enabled (p.119)
c ZONE 2 key
Enables/disables the audio output to Zone2 (p.90).
d ZONE CONTROL key
Changes the zone (main zone or the Zone2) that is controlled by the keys and knobs on the front panel
(p.90).
e INFO (WPS) key
Selects the information displayed on the front display (p.96).
Enters the wireless network connection setup (WPS push button configuration) by holding down for 3
seconds (p.55).
f MEMORY key
Registers FM/AM radio stations as preset stations (p.71).
g PRESET keys
Select a preset FM/AM radio station (p.71).
h FM and AM keys
Switch between FM and AM (p.70).
i Front display
Displays information (p.12).
j Remote control sensor
Receives remote control signals (p.5).
k TUNING keys
Select the radio frequency (p.70).
l PURE DIRECT key
Enables/disables Pure Direct (p.69).
m INPUT knob
Selects an input source.
n PHONES jack
For connecting headphones.
o YPAO MIC jack
For connecting the supplied YPAO microphone (p.45).
p TONE CONTROL key
Adjusts the high-frequency range and low-frequency range of output sounds (p.98).
q SCENE keys
Select the registered input source, sound program, and various settings with one touch. Also, turns on
the unit when it is in standby mode (p.63).
r PROGRAM keys
Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.64).
s STRAIGHT (CONNECT) key
Enables/disables the straight decode mode (p.68).
Enters MusicCast CONTROLLER registration by holding down for 5 seconds (p.61).
t VIDEO AUX (HDMI IN) jack
For connecting a device, such as a camcorder and a game console (p.38).
u USB jack
For connecting a USB storage device (p.76).
v VOLUME knob
Adjusts the volume.
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Front panel (RX-V681)
INFO (WPS)ZONE 2
ZONE CONTROL
MEMORY
PRESET
FM AM
TUNING
CONTROL
TV
BD
DVD
NET
RADIO
SCENE
MAIN ZONE
PHONES
SILENT
CINEMA
STRAIGHT
PURE DIRECT
VIDEO
VOLUME
AUX USB
TONE
PROGRAM
YPAO MIC
INPUT
HDMI IN
5V 1A
(CONNECT)
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a MAIN ZONE z key
Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
b Standby indicator
Lights up when the unit is in standby mode under any of the following conditions.
• HDMI Control is enabled (p.117)
• Standby Through is enabled (p.118)
• Network Standby is enabled (p.119)
c YPAO MIC jack
For connecting the supplied YPAO microphone (p.45).
d ZONE 2 key
Enables/disables the audio output to Zone2 (p.90).
e Remote control sensor
Receives remote control signals (p.5).
f ZONE CONTROL key
Changes the zone (main zone or the Zone2) that is controlled by the keys and knobs on the front panel
(p.90).
g INFO (WPS) key
Selects the information displayed on the front display (p.96).
Enters the wireless network connection setup (WPS push button configuration) by holding down for 3
seconds (p.55).
h MEMORY key
Registers FM/AM radio stations as preset stations (p.71).
i PRESET keys
Select a preset FM/AM radio station (p.71).
j FM and AM keys
Switch between FM and AM (p.70).
k Front display
Displays information (p.12).
l TUNING keys
Select the radio frequency (p.70).
m PURE DIRECT key
Enables/disables Pure Direct (p.69).
n PHONES jack
For connecting headphones.
o INPUT keys
Select an input source.
p TONE CONTROL key
Adjusts the high-frequency range and low-frequency range of output sounds (p.98).
q SCENE keys
Select the registered input source, sound program, and various settings with one touch. Also, turns on
the unit when it is in standby mode (p.63).
r PROGRAM keys
Select a sound program or a surround decoder (p.64).
s STRAIGHT (CONNECT) key
Enables/disables the straight decode mode (p.68).
Enters MusicCast CONTROLLER registration by holding down for 5 seconds (p.61).
t VIDEO AUX (HDMI IN) jack
For connecting a device, such as a camcorder and a game console (p.38).
u USB jack
For connecting a USB storage device (p.76).
v VOLUME knob
Adjusts the volume.
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Front display (indicators)
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SBL SBRSB
SW
SR
VOL.
MUTE
ADAPTIVE DRC VIRTUAL
ENHANCER
TUNEDSTEREO
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SLEEP
PA RT Y
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a ECO
Lights up when the unit is in the eco mode (p.125).
b HDMI
Lights up when HDMI signals are being input or output.
OUT1/OUT2 (RX-V781 only)
Indicates the HDMI OUT jacks currently outputting an HDMI signal.
OUT (RX-V681 only)
Lights up when HDMI signals are being output.
c ENHANCER
Lights up when Compressed Music Enhancer (p.69) is working.
d CINEMA DSP
Lights up when CINEMA DSP or CINEMA DSP 3D (p.65) is working.
e STEREO
Lights up when the unit is receiving a stereo FM radio signal.
TUNED
Lights up when the unit is receiving an FM/AM radio station signal.
f Signal strength indicator
Indicates the strength of the wireless network signal (p.53).
g Bluetooth indicator
Lights up when the unit is connecting to a Bluetooth device (p.74).
h PARTY
Lights up when the unit is in the party mode (p.91).
i SLEEP
Lights up when the sleep timer is on.
j ZONE2
Lights up when audio output to Zone2 is enabled (p.90).
k MUTE
Blinks when audio is temporarily muted.
l Volume indicator
Indicates the current volume.
m VIRTUAL
Lights up when the Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) or Virtual
Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) (p.65), or the virtual surround
processing (p.67) is working.
n Cursor indicators
Indicate the remote control cursor keys currently operational.
o Information display
Displays the current status (such as input name and sound mode
name). You can switch the information by pressing INFO (p.96).
p ADAPTIVE DRC
Lights up when Adaptive DRC (p.98) is working.
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q Speaker indicators
Indicate speaker terminals from which signals are output.
A Front speaker (L)
S Front speaker (R)
D Center speaker
F Surround speaker (L)
G Surround speaker (R)
H Surround back speaker (L)
J Surround back speaker (R)
K Surround back speaker
B Presence speaker (L)
N Presence speaker (R)
L Subwoofer
Rear panel (RX-V781)
AUDIO 1
AUDIO 2
OPTICAL
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
VIDEO
AV4
AV3
AV2
AV 1
(TV)
P
B
Y
P
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
P
B
Y
P
R
HDMI 1
(
BD/DVD
)
HDMI 2 HDMI 3
HDMI 4
HDMI 5
HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2
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ARC
ANTENNA
FM
AM
SURROUND CENTER
CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2
FRONT
SINGLE
SPEAKERS
AV 5
VIDEO
AV 6
ZONE OUT
SUBWOOFER
SUR. BACK SURROUND
PRE OUT
CENTER FRONT
SINGLE
ZONE 2
NETWORK
TRIGGER OUT
REMOTE
(
NET
)
12V
IN
OUT
0.1A
COMPONENT VIDEO
1
2
HDMI
OUT
(
RADIO
)
WIRELESS
HDCP2.2
SURROUND BACK
ZONE2/BI-AMP
F.PRESENCE/ZONE2
EXTRA SP1
EXTRA SP2
PHONO
GND
b
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k
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* The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper
connections.
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a REMOTE IN/OUT jacks
For connecting to an infrared signal receiver/emitter that allows you to operate the unit and other
devices from another room (p.89).
b TRIGGER OUT jack
For connecting to a device that supports the trigger function (p.41).
c HDMI OUT 1-2 jacks
For connecting to HDMI-compatible TVs and outputting video/audio signals (p.33). When using ARC, TV
audio signal can also be input through the HDMI OUT 1 jack.
d ANTENNA jacks
For connecting to FM and AM antennas (p.39).
e HDMI 1-5 jacks
For connecting to HDMI-compatible playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.35).
f Wireless antenna
For connecting to a network device wirelessly (p.53).
g NETWORK jack
For connecting to a network with a network cable (p.40).
h SPEAKERS terminals
For connecting to speakers (p.19).
i VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Taiwan, Brazil and General models only)
Selects the switch position according to your local voltage (p.42).
j Power cable
For connecting to an AC wall outlet (p.42).
k PHONO jacks
For connecting to a turntable (p.38).
l AUDIO 1-2 jacks
For connecting to audio playback devices and inputting audio signals (p.38).
m AV 1-6 jacks
For connecting to video/audio playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.35).
n ZONE2 OUT jacks
For connecting to the external amplifier used in Zone2 and for outputting audio (p.88).
o MONITOR OUT jacks
COMPONENT VIDEO jacks
For connecting to a TV that supports component video and outputting video signals (p.34).
VIDEO jack
For connecting to a TV that supports composite video and outputting video signals (p.34).
p PRE OUT jacks
For connecting to a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or to an external power amplifier (p.41).
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Rear panel (RX-V681)
PHONO
GND
AUDIO 1
AUDIO 2
OPTICAL
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
VIDEO
AV4
AV3
AV2
AV 1
(TV)
P
B
Y
P
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
P
B
Y
P
R
HDMI 1
(
BD/DVD
)
HDMI 2 HDMI 3
HDMI 4
HDMI 5
HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2 HDCP2.2
ARC
ANTENNA
FM
AM
SURROUND CENTER
CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2
FRONT
SINGLE
SPEAKERS
AV 5
VIDEO
AV 6
ZONE OUT
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
ZONE 2
NETWORK
TRIGGER OUT
REMOTE
(
NET
)
12V
IN
OUT
0.1A
COMPONENT VIDEO
1
2
HDMI
OUT
(
RADIO
)
WIRELESS
F.PRESENCE/ZONE2
EXTRA SP1
HDCP2.2
SURROUND BACK
ZONE2/BI-AMP
EXTRA SP2
b
pl
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ea c g
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* The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent improper
connections.
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a REMOTE IN/OUT jacks
For connecting to an infrared signal receiver/emitter that allows you to operate the unit and other
devices from another room (p.89).
b TRIGGER OUT jack
For connecting to a device that supports the trigger function (p.41).
c HDMI OUT jack
For connecting to an HDMI-compatible TV and outputting video/audio signals (p.33). When using ARC, TV
audio signal can also be input through the HDMI OUT jack.
d ANTENNA jacks
For connecting to FM and AM antennas (p.39).
e HDMI 1-5 jacks
For connecting to HDMI-compatible playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.35).
f Wireless antenna
For connecting to a network device wirelessly (p.53).
g NETWORK jack
For connecting to a network with a network cable (p.40).
h SPEAKERS terminals
For connecting to speakers (p.19).
i VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Taiwan, Brazil and General models only)
Selects the switch position according to your local voltage (p.42).
j Power cable
For connecting to an AC wall outlet (p.42).
k PHONO jacks
For connecting to a turntable (p.38).
l AUDIO 1-2 jacks
For connecting to audio playback devices and inputting audio signals (p.38).
m AV 1-6 jacks
For connecting to video/audio playback devices and inputting video/audio signals (p.35).
n ZONE2 OUT jacks
For connecting to the external amplifier used in Zone2 and for outputting audio (p.88).
o MONITOR OUT jacks
COMPONENT VIDEO jacks
For connecting to a TV that supports component video and outputting video signals (p.34).
VIDEO jack
For connecting to a TV that supports composite video and outputting video signals (p.34).
p SUBWOOFER PRE OUT 1-2 jacks
For connecting to a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (p.41).
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Remote control
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a Remote control signal transmitter
Transmits infrared signals.
b z (receiver power) key
Turns on/off (standby) the unit.
c Input selection keys
Select an input source for playback.
HDMI 1-5: HDMI 1-5 jacks
V-AUX: VIDEO AUX jack (on the front panel)
AV 1-6: AV 1-6 jacks
AUDIO: AUDIO 1-2 jacks (press repeatedly to select “AUDIO1” or
“AUDIO2”)
TUNER: FM/AM radio
BLUETOOTH: Bluetooth connection (the unit as a Bluetooth
receiver)
USB: USB jack (on the front panel)
NET: NETWORK sources (press repeatedly to select a desired
network source)
PHONO: PHONO jacks
d MAIN/ZONE2 switch
Changes the zone (main zone or Zone2) that is controlled by the
remote control (p.90).
e SCENE keys
Select the registered input source, sound program, and various
settings with one touch. Also, turns on the unit when it is in
standby mode (p.63).
f PROGRAM keys
Select a sound program (p.64).
g External device operation keys
Displays menus for the HDM I Control-compatible playback device
(p.147).
h ON SCREEN key
Displays the on-screen menu on the TV.
i Menu operation keys
Cursor keys: Select a menu or the parameter.
ENTER: Confirms a selected item.
RETURN: Returns to the previous screen.
j Radio keys
Operate the FM/AM radio when “TUNER” is selected as the input
source (p.70).
BAND: Switches between FM and AM radio.
PRESET: Select a preset station.
TUNING: Select the radio frequency.
External device operation keys
Let you perform playback operations when “USB” or “NET” is
selected as the input source, or control playback of the HDMI
Control-compatible playback device (p.147).
k Sound mode keys
Select a sound mode (p.64).
l INFO key
Selects the information displayed on the front display (p.96).
m SLEEP key
Pressing this key repeatedly will specify the time (120 min, 90 min,
60 min, 30 min, off), in which the unit switches to the standby
mode.
n Numeric keys
Let you enter numerical values, such as radio frequencies.
MEMORY key
Registers FM/AM radio stations as presets (p.71).
o HDMI OUT key
(RX-V781): Selects HDMI OUT jacks to be used for video/audio
output (p.62).
(RX-V681): Enables/disables video/audio output from the HDMI
OUT jack (p.62).
p PARTY key
Turns on/off the party mode (p.91).
q VOLUME keys
Adjust the volume.
r MUTE key
Mutes the audio output.
s OPTION key
Displays the option menu (p.97).
t DISPLAY key
Displays status information on the TV (p.97).
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PREPARATIONS
General setup procedure
1 Connecting speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.19)
2 Connecting a TV and playback devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.32)
3 Connecting the FM/AM antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(p.39)
4 Connecting a network cable or preparing the wireless antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.40)
5 Connecting other devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.41)
6 Connecting the power cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.42)
7 Selecting an on-screen menu language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.43)
8 Configuring the necessary speaker settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.44)
9 Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.45)
10 Connecting to a network device wirelessly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.53)
11 Connecting to the MusicCast network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (p.61)
This completes all the preparations. Enjoy playing movies, music, radio and other content with the unit!
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1 Connecting speakers
E
12
3
9
4
67
5
9
R
0.3 m (1 ft) or more
1.8 m
(5.9 ft)
0.5 to 1 m
(1.6 to 3.3 ft)
1.8 m
(5.9 ft)
0.5 to 1 m
(1.6 to 3.3 ft)
10°~30°10°~30°
The unit has 7 built-in amplifiers. You can connect 2 to 9 speakers and up to 2 subwoofers to create the favorite acoustic space in your room.
You can also apply bi-amp connections or multi-zone configurations to enhance your system (p.27).
Caution
• 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”. In this case, you can also use 4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.
For details, see “Setting the speaker impedance” (p.23).
Ideal speaker layout Functions of each speaker
Speaker type Function
Front (L/R)
12
Center
3
Surround (L/R)
45
Surround back (L/R)
67
Front presence (L/R)
ER
Subwoofer
9
Produce front left/right channel sounds (stereo sounds).
Produces center channel sounds (such as movie dialogues and vocals).
Produce surround left/right channel sounds. Surround speakers also
produce surround back channel sounds when no surround back
speakers are connected.
Produce surround back left/right channel sounds.
Produce CINEMA DSP effect sounds or heights channel sounds of Dolby
Atmos and DTS:X contents.
Produces LFE (low-frequency effect) channel sounds and reinforces
bass parts of other channels.
This channel is counted as “0.1”. You can connect 2 subwoofers to the
unit and place them on the left/right (or front/rear) sides of the room.
X
• We recommend using front prese nce spea kers to h ave a full effect o f the 3-d imensio nal soun d fields. However ,
the unit creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and surround speakers to produce
3-dimensional sound fields even when no front presence speakers are connected (p.65).
• Use “Ideal speaker layout” (diagram on the left) as reference. You do not need to exactly adjust the speaker
layout to this diagram since the YPAO function of the unit will automatically optimize the speaker settings (such
as distances) to suit the speaker layout.
• When using only one s urround back speaker, place it straight behind the listening position (middle of “SBL”
and “SBR” in the diagram).
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Basic speaker configuration
45
1
2
39
ER
If you do not apply bi-amp connections or multi-zone configurations, follow the procedure below to place the speakers in your room and connect them to the unit.
⬛ Placing speakers in your room
Depending on the number of speakers, place the speakers and subwoofer in your room. This
section describes the representative speaker layout examples.
X
• To have a full effect of Dolby Atmos contents, we recommend using a speaker system with a ★ mark. However,
you can also play back Dolby Atmos contents with the 7.1 system (using surround back speakers).
• To have a full effect of DTS:X contents, we recommend using a speaker system with a ★ mark.
• (About the number of ch annels) For example, “5.1.2” denotes “standard 5.1-channel plus 2 for overhead
speaker channels”. For details on how to place overhead speakers (presence speakers), see “Presence speaker
layout” (p.22).
7.1/5.1.2 system [★]
(using both surround back and front presence speakers)
This speaker system brings out the full performance of the unit and allows you to enjoy a
highly-natural 3-dimensional sound field with any contents.
5.1.2 system [★] (using front presence speakers)
This speaker system uses the front presence speakers to produce a natural 3-dimensional
sound field, and also creates Virtual Surround Back Speaker (VSBS) using the surround
speakers to add a sense of depth to the rear sound field. This system is suited for enjoying not
only 5.1-channel but also for 7.1-channel contents.
X
When using front presence speakers installed to the ceiling or when using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the
presence speakers, configure the “Layout (Front Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing YPAO
(p.44).
X
• The surround back speakers and presence speakers do not produce sounds simultaneously. The unit
automatically changes the speakers to be used, depending on the input signal and CINEMA DSP (p.65).
• When using front presence speakers installed to the ceiling or when using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the
presence speakers, configure the “Layout (Front Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing
YPAO (p.44).
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7.1 system (using surround back speakers)
45
1
2
39
67
45
12
39
45
12
39
1
2
39
ER
This speaker system creates Virtual Presence Speaker (VPS) using the front, center and
surround speakers to produce a 3-dimensional sound field, and also allows you to enjoy
extended surround sounds using the surround back speakers.
5.1 system
5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using surround speakers)
We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of
the room.
X
When placing surround speakers in the front side, set “Layout (Surround)” in the “S etup” menu to “Front” before
performing YPAO (p.44).
5.1 system (front 5.1-channel) (using front presence speakers)
We recommend using this speaker system when you cannot place speakers in the rear side of
the room.
X
You can enjoy surround sound even without the center speaker (4.1 system).
X
When using front presence speakers installed to the ceiling or when using the Dolby Enabled speakers as the
presence speakers, configure the “Layout (Front Presence)” setting in the “Setup” menu before performing YPAO
(p.44).
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2.1 system
12
9
X
Add the center speaker to configure a 3.1 system.
Presence speaker layout
The unit provides three layout patterns for presence speakers (Front Height, Overhead and
Dolby Enabled SP). Choose a layout pattern that suits your listening environment.
X
You can enjoy Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or Cinema DSP 3D with any layout pattern.
Front Height
Install the presence speakers on the front side wall.
It delivers a natural sound field with excellent linkage of left, right, top and bottom sound
spaces, and sound extensity effectively.
Overhead
Install the presence speakers to the ceiling above the listening position.
It delivers realistic overhead sound effects and sound field with excellent linkage of front and
rear sound spaces effectively.
Y
For details on the installation position of ceiling speakers, see “Notes on in stallation of ceiling speakers” (p.23).
Dolby Enabled SP
Use the Dolby Enabled speakers as the presence speakers.
It utilizes sounds reflected from ceiling and lets you enjoy overhead sounds only from speakers
that are placed at the same level as traditional speakers.
X
Place the Dolby Enabled speakers on top of or near the traditional front speakers. A Dolby Enabled speaker unit
may be integrated into a traditional speaker. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the Dolby Enabled
speakers.
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Notes on installation of ceiling speakers
SBR
SBL
SL
SRFPR
FPL
FR
FL
C
MAIN ZONE z
STRAIGHT
52+/2ÕÕ¬MIN
When installing presence speakers to a ceiling, install them just above the listening position,
or the ceiling between the extensions of the front speakers and listening position.
Caution
• Be sure to use speakers that are made for ceiling use and take anti-drop measures. Ask a qualified
contractor or dealer personnel for installation works.
⬛ Setting the speaker impedance
Under its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When using a 6-ohm
speaker for any channel, set the speaker impedance to “6 Ω MIN”. In this case, you can also use
4-ohm speakers as the front speakers.
Before connecting speakers, connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet.
1
While holding down STRAIGHT on the front panel, press MAIN ZONE z.
2
Check that “SP IMP.” is displayed on the front display.
3
Press STRAIGHT to select “6 Ω MIN”.
4
Press MAIN ZONE z to set the unit to standby mode and remove the power
5
cable from the AC wall outlet.
You are now ready to connect the speakers.
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⬛ Connecting speakers
Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit.
Precaution for connecting of the speaker cables
Improper connecting of the speaker cables may cause short circuit and also damage the unit
or the speakers.
• Remove the unit’s power cable from an AC wall outlet and turn off the subwoofer before
connecting the speakers.
• Twist the bare wires of the speaker cables firmly together.
• Do not let the bare wires of the speaker cable touch one another.
• Do not let the bare wires of the speaker cable come into contact with the unit’s metal parts
(rear panel and screws).
Speakers to be connected
Speaker system
Speaker type
7.1/5.1.2 5.1 2.1
Front (L/R) 12 ⚫⚫⚫
Center 3 ⚫⚫
Surround (L/R) 45 ⚫⚪*3
Surround back (L/R) 67 ⚪*1
Front presence (L/R) ER ⚪*2 ⚪*4
Subwoofer 9 ⚫⚫⚫
(the number of channels)
If you have nine speakers, you can use the both surround back speakers and front presence
speakers. In this case, the unit automatically changes the speakers to be used, depending on
the input signal and CINEMA DSP.
If you have seven speakers, use two of them as surround back speakers (*1) or front presence
speakers (*2).
If you have five speakers, use two of them as surround speakers (*3) or fr ont presence speakers
(*4).
X
• You can also connect up to 2 subwoofers (with built-in amplifier) to the unit.
• When apply this speaker configuration, set “Power Amp Assign” (p.111) to “Basic” (default).
Cables required for connection (commercially available)
Speaker cables (the number of speakers)
If “Check SP Wires” appear on the front display when the unit is turned on, turn off the unit, and
then check the speaker cables short circuit.
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–
+
–
Audio pin cable (two for connecting two subwoofers)
Connection diagram
SURROUND CENTER
CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2
FRONT
SINGLE
SURROUND BACK
ZONE2/BI-AMP
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
F.PRESENCE/ZONE2
EXTRA SP1
EXTRA SP2
1
2
1
67
2
3
45
9
9
ER
The unit (rear)
FRONT
11
2
2
4
4
33
+ (red)
- (black)
FRONT
11
2
2
Banana plug
Refer to the following diagram and connect the speakers to the unit.
• The illustrations of the unit (rear) used in this section are of the RX-V781.
Connecting speaker cables
Speaker cables have two wires. One is for connecting the negative (-) terminal of the unit and
the speaker, and the other is for the positive (+) terminal. If the wires are colored to prevent
confusion, connect the black wire to the negative and the other wire to the positive terminal.
Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8”) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cable and twist
1
the bare wires of the cable firmly together.
Loosen the speaker terminal.
2
Insert the bare wires of the cable into the gap on the side (upper right or bottom left) of the
3
terminal.
Tighten the terminal.
4
Using a banana plug
(U.S.A., Canada, China, Australia, Taiwan, Brazil and General models only)
Tighten the speaker terminal.
1
Insert a banana plug into the end of the terminal.
2
Y
When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SINGLE jack (L side).
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Push-type speaker terminals
F
EX
11
22
3
3
4
4
+ (red)
- (black)
CENTER
FRONT
Audio pin cable
(RX-V681 only)
Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8”) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cable, and
1
twist the bare wires of the cable firmly together.
Press down the tab.
2
Insert the bare wires of the cable into the hole in the terminal.
3
Release the tab.
4
.PRESENCE/ZONE 2
TRA SP1
Connecting the subwoofer
Use an audio pin cable to connect the subwoofer.
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Advanced speaker configuration
Using the four internal
amplifiers for front speakers to
have more high-quality sounds
(Example) (Example)
Bi-amp
connection
Using the excess internal
amplifiers for stereo speakers
in another room
Main zone
Zone2
Bi-amp connection Multi-zone configuration
In addition to the basic speaker configuration (p.20), the unit also allows you to apply the following speaker configurations to enhance your system.
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⬛ Available speaker configurations
21
12
3
4
6
99
7
5
Main zone
Zone2
Main zone
Output
channel (max)
7 Surround back +1 (Zone2) 7.1 +1Zone 28
7 Front presence +1 (Zone2) 5.1.2 +1Zone 29
5 ⚪ 5.1 BI-Amp 29
Bi-amp
Surround
back/ Front
presence
Multi-zone
Power Amp Assign
(p.111)
Y
When applying one of these configurations, you need to configure the “Power Amp Assign” setting in the “Setup”
menu (p.44).
7.1 +1Zone
Page
Speaker Connect to
12 FRONT
3 CENTER
45 SURROUND
67 EXTRA SP2
ER (not used)
9 SUBWOOFER 1-2
Zone2 speaker s EXTRA SP1
X
When Zone2 output is enabled (p.90), the surround back speakers in the main zone do not output sound.
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5.1.2 +1Zone
21
1
ER
2
3
4
99
5
Main zone
Zone2
1
3
45
99
2
Bi-amp
5.1 BI-Amp
Speaker Connect to
12 FRONT
3 CENTER
45 SURROUND
67 (not used)
ER EXTRA SP1
9 SUBWOOFER 1-2
Zone2 speakers EXTRA SP2
X
When Zone2 output is enabled (p.90), the front presence speakers in the main zone do not output sound.
Speaker Connect to
12 FRONT and EXTRA SP2 (bi-amp connection)
3 CENTER
45 SURROUND
67 (not used)
ER (not used)
9 SUBWOOFER 1-2
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⬛ Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp
12
3
45
9
SURROUND CENTER
CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2
FRONT
SINGLE
SURROUND BACK
ZONE2/BI-AMP
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
F.PRESENCE/ZONE2
EXTRA SP1
EXTRA SP2
1
2
The unit (rear)
SURROUND CENTER
CLASS 2 WIRING CABLAGE CLASSE 2
FRONT
SINGLE
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKERS
F.PRESENCE/ZONE2
EXTRA SP1
EXTRA SP2
FL FR
12
3
45
76
9
The unit (rear)
Main zone
Zone2
connections
When using front speakers that support bi-amp connections, connect them to the FRONT jacks
and EXTRA SP2 jacks.
To enable the bi-amp function, configure the “Power Amp Assign” setting in the “Setup” menu
after connecting the power cable to an AC wall outlet (p.44).
Caution
• Before making bi-amp connections, remove any brackets or cables that connect a woofer with a
tweeter. Refer to the instruction manual of the speakers for details. If you are not making bi-amp
connections, make sure that the brackets or cables are connected before connecting the speaker
cables.
• Surround back speakers cannot be used during bi-amp connections.
⬛ Connecting Zone2 speakers
When using Zone2 speakers, connect them to the EXTRA SP1 or EXTRA SP2 terminals.
To utilize the EXTRA SP terminals for Zone2 speakers, configure the “Power Amp Assign”
setting in the “Setup” menu after connecting the power cable to an AC wall outlet (p.44).
X
You can also connect Zone2 speakers using an exte rnal amplifier (p.88).
(when using surround back speakers in the main zone)
X
The FRONT jacks and EXTRA SP2 jacks output the same signals.
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