AB Network Powered Speaker OWNER’S MANUAL © 2015 Yamaha Corporation Printed in Indonesia ZS39840-1
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/ or cold. For proper ventilation, allow the following minimum clearances. Top: 30 cm, Rear: 30 cm 21 The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
■ For U.K. customers ■ Bluetooth If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below. Bluetooth is a technology for wireless communication between devices within an area of about 10 meters (33 ft) employing the 2.4 GHz frequency band, a band which can be used without a license.
CONTENTS FEATURES 5 What you can do with this unit ..................... 5 Mastering useful apps (MusicCast CONTROLLER) ................5 Sources that can be played back on this unit........................5 Front panel ................................................................................6 Rear panel..................................................................................7 Remote control..........................................................................
Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the product. ☐ Remote control ☐ Power cable x 2 ☐ Balance cable (3 m) x 1 ☐ STP network cable (CAT-5 straight cable) (for connecting the speakers) (3 m) x 1 ☐ MusicCast Setup Guide * Remove the insulation sheet of the remote control before using. Insulation sheet * About this manual • In this manual, iOS and Android mobile devices are collectively referred to as “mobile devices”.
FEATURES What you can do with this unit FEATURES Mastering useful apps (MusicCast CONTROLLER) You can operate and program the unit, or play streaming services via this unit, by installing the free dedicated MusicCast CONTROLLER app on a mobile device. For details, search for “MusicCast CONTROLLER” on the App Store or Google Play. • “MusicCast CONTROLLER” supports the following mobile devices. – iOS version 7.1 or later – Android version 4.
Part names FEATURES Front panel a b a Status indicator (left speaker only) Indicates the selected input source and unit status depending on its color and whether it is lit or flashing. For details, refer to the “Table of status indicator conditions” at the back of this manual.
Rear panel FEATURES a L R b NETWORK c d e L-R LINK g R CH AUDIO IN USB OPTICAL e f L-R LINK AUX IN g R CH AUDIO OUT AUTO OFF WIRELESS CONNECT h WIRELESS DIRECT h AC IN SOURCE AC IN GAIN MIN Right speaker j CONNECT b NETWORK jack k WIRELESS DIRECT For connecting to a network with a network cable (p.10). c USB jack For connecting to a PC with a USB cable (p.26). d OPTICAL jack For connecting to audio components equipped with optical digital output (p.27).
Remote control FEATURES e a b c d a Input source selection keys Select the input source for playback. The selected input source is indicated by the status indicator on the front panel (p.6). (Bluetooth) Bluetooth input NET Network input USB USB jack OPT OPTICAL jack AUX AUX jack • To select network content, use the dedicated “MusicCast CONTROLLER” app for mobile devices. When NET is pressed, the previously played network content will be played back.
PREPARATIONS PREPARATIONS 1 Connecting the left and right speakers Use the supplied cables to connect the left and right speakers. Connect with the supplied network cable. L-R LINK L-R LINK PREPARATIONS L R NETWORK USB OPTICAL L-R LINK L-R LINK AUX IN R CH AUDIO OUT R CH AUDIO IN AUTO OFF WIRELESS CONNECT WIRELESS DIRECT SOURCE AC IN AC IN GAIN MIN MAX Left speaker Right speaker Connect with the supplied balance cable.
3 Connecting the network cables Connect the unit to your router with a commercially-available STP network cable (CAT-5 or higher straight cable). Select whether to use a wired network connection or a wireless network connection, depending on your network environment. For details, refer to “Connecting to network” (p.12).
6 Positioning the speakers ■ Network standby • Place each speaker on a sturdy and stable surface. The network function can be enabled, even when the unit is in standby mode (network standby). • When connecting to a TV, place the speakers to the left and right of the TV. If network standby is turned off, the unit can enter standby mode using the minimum standby power (eco standby). • The ideal stereo effect will be obtained by slightly angling the front panels in toward the listener.
Connecting to network • Some security software installed on your PC or the firewall settings of network devices (such as a router) may block the access of the unit to the network devices or the Internet. In these cases, configure the security software or firewall settings appropriately. • A connection cannot be established if the MAC address filter is enabled on the router. Check the router settings. • Each server must be connected to the same subnet as the unit.
6 Follow the procedure in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen to complete the network connection. When the network connection is established, the status indicator on the front panel changes to lit. Left speaker (front panel) Green (lit) PREPARATIONS • If the input source is changed or this unit enters standby mode, the setup operation is canceled.
Connecting without the MusicCast CONTROLLER To play back without using the MusicCast CONTROLLER, connect to the network with the method that corresponds to your environment. When playing a high-resolution audio source via the network, we recommend connecting with a wired router for stable playback. ■ Connecting with the wired router PREPARATIONS Connecting using the DHCP server function of the router You can connect to the network by simply making a wired connection (p.
■ Connecting to the network using a cable As a default, this unit will automatically make a network connection when it is connected to a wired router and turned on. • When connecting to the network using a cable, a network connection will be established regardless of whether the WIRELESS switch on the rear panel is set to “AUTO” or “OFF”. 1 2 You can easily setup a wireless connection by applying the connection settings on iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch).
■ Using the WPS push button configuration 3 The status indicator on the front panel flashes in green. You can easily set up a wireless connection with one push of the WPS button. 1 Hold down WPS on the remote control for 3 seconds. Set the WIRELESS switch on the rear panel to “AUTO”.
■ Connecting a mobile device to the unit directly (Wireless Direct) Using Wireless Direct, this unit can operate as a wireless network access point that mobile devices can directly connect to. • When the unit is connected to the network with Wireless Direct, it cannot connect to any other wireless router (access point). To play back contents from the Internet, connect this unit to a network with a wired router or wireless router (access point).
PLAYBACK Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the unit. • To use this function, the unit and your PC/NAS must be connected to the same router (p.10). • To play back music files, the server software installed on the PC/NAS must support the music file formats that you want to play back. • For details on playable file formats, see “Supported devices and file formats” (p. 36).
Playback of PC music contents 1 2 3 4 Start up the MusicCast CONTROLLER app on the mobile device. In the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that was specified for this unit. Select “Server” in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. In the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the music file to be played back.
Playing back music on mobile devices (Music Play) Using a mobile device installed with MusicCast CONTROLLER, you can play back music files stored on your mobile device from this unit. • For details on the music files compatible with this unit, see “Supported devices and file formats” (p. 36). Playback of mobile device music contents 1 2 3 Start up the MusicCast CONTROLLER app on the mobile device. In the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that was specified for this unit.
Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. • You may not be able to receive some Internet radio stations. • The unit uses the vTuner Internet radio station database service. • This service may be discontinued without notice. Selecting an Internet radio station 1 2 3 In the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that was specified for this unit. Select “Net Radio” in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen.
Registering songs stations being played back (Preset function) Up to 40 albums or songs stored on the PC/NAS , Internet radio stations and streaming stations can be registered on this unit and easily recalled at any time (when using the MusicCast CONTROLLER). The first 6 presets can be registered/recalled by using this unit’s remote control. • For details on the procedures to register/recall with MusicCast CONTROLLER, refer to the app’s instructions.
Playing back iPod/iTunes music via a network (AirPlay) The AirPlay function allows you to play back iPod/iTunes music on the unit via network. iTunes (wired or wireless) (wired or wireless) PC Router The unit iPod • For details on supported iPod devices, see “Supported devices and file formats” (p. 36). • When you use iPod/iTunes controls to adjust volume, the volume may be unexpectedly loud. This could result in damage to the unit or speakers.
Playing back music via Bluetooth You can play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device (such as mobile device) on the unit. • When you playing the Bluetooth device, set the WIRELESS switch on the rear panel to “AUTO” (p.7). Registering a Bluetooth device with the unit (pairing) 1 Press (Bluetooth) on the remote control. If no Bluetooth device has been registered yet, the status indicator on the front panel flashes in blue.
Playing back audio from a Bluetooth device on the unit 1 2 Press (Bluetooth) on the remote control. The input source switches to Bluetooth. Disconnecting Bluetooth connection Bluetooth connection is disconnected in the following cases. When the connection is disconnected, the status indicator on the front panel of this unit flashes in blue. • The connection is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, or the Bluetooth device is turned off. Turn on the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth device.
Playing back music on a PC (USB DAC) When a PC is connected to the USB jack of the unit, the unit functions as a USB DAC, enabling audio output on the PC to be played. Left speaker (rear panel) USB cable (Type B) L NETWORK Playing back music on a PC 1 2 3 USB USB Connect the PC to the unit, using USB cable. Turn on the PC. Press z (power) on the remote control to turn on the unit.
Listening to music from a playback device Music from a playback device can be enjoyed from this unit by connecting the playback device to the OPTICAL jack or AUX jack of this unit. Playback from devices with an optical digital audio output • The optical digital input of this unit is compatible only with PCM. If the optical digital output of the playback device is AAC, such as on a TV, switch it to PCM.
CONFIGURATIONS Updating the unit’s firmware via the network New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. If the unit is connected to the Internet, you can download the firmware via the network and update it. The firmware can be updated using any of the following procedures.
Specifying unit settings with a web browser A web browser on a PC can be used to display or specify the various unit settings as well as the network connection settings. Perform the following operations with the unit connected to the network wirelessly or using a cable, or connected directly to the PC with Wireless Direct (p.17). • Some security software installed on your PC may block access by the unit. In that case, configure the security software appropriately.
Displaying/changing settings Settings for the following parameters can be displayed or changed. ■ Network Name Edits the unit’s name that appears on the network. Network Name APPLY Enter the unit’s name that will appear on the network. If this unit has been registered with the MusicCast CONTROLLER, the room name entered during registration appears. Click to apply the new name. ■ Network Setup 1 2 Set “Connection Select” to “Wireless LAN”, and then click “APPLY”.
■ Licenses Displays the license information for the software used with this unit. ■ Other Setup Specifies other settings. Remote Sensor Switches on/off reception of the remote control signal. Even when turned off, operations other than with the remote control (such as from the MusicCast CONTROLLER or unit’s rear panel) can be performed.
Restoring the default settings All unit settings or only network settings can be restored. Restoring the default settings (Factory reset) Restoring the default network settings 1 2 The following parameters are returned to their default settings. Turn off the unit. While holding down CONNECT on the rear panel, press the z (power) switch to turn on the unit. • Network connection settings • All registered presets • Wireless LAN and Wireless Direct connection log 1 2 Turn off the unit.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the AC power supply cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. General Problem Cause Remedy See page This unit does not operate properly.
Bluetooth Problem Cannot make the unit paired with the Bluetooth device. Cannot make a Bluetooth connection. No sound is produced or the sound is intermittent during playback. Cause Remedy See page Wireless switch is set to “OFF”. Set it to “AUTO”. 7 The device does not support A2DP. Perform paring operations with a device which supports A2DP. — The unit and device are too far apart.
Network Problem Cause Remedy See page The network feature does not function. The network parameters (IP address) have not been obtained properly. Enable the DHCP server function on your router and set “DHCP” to “On” on the unit. If you want to configure the network parameters manually, check that you are using an IP address which is not used by other network devices in your network. 29 Unable to connect to wireless router (access point). The wireless router’s MAC address filter is enabled.
Supported devices and file formats Supported devices File formats ■ DLNA ■ DLNA • PC installed with “Windows Media Player 11” or “Windows Media Player 12” Format • DLNA (ver. 1.5) compatible NAS WAV ■ AirPlay AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion or later, and Mac and PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later. (as of August 2015) ■ Bluetooth • The unit supports A2DP.
Specifications Input Amplifier • Network • Minimum RMS output power 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 • Digital inputs USB (USB 2.0 Type B) x 1 OPTICAL x 1 • Analog input Stereo mini (AUX IN) x 1 Network • Wi-Fi function (LF 1 kHz 0.01% THD, 4Ω)....................................................... 24 W (HF 20 kHz 0.02% THD, 6Ω).................................................... 20 W [Asia model] (LF 1 kHz 0.01% THD, 4Ω)....................................................... 20 W (HF 20 kHz 0.02% THD, 6Ω)....
Trademarks AirPlay, iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, iPod touch and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha DLNA™ and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
Table of status indicator conditions Indications during playback Color Green Condition Status Lit The network input is selected. p.18, 20, 21 Flashing A network connection is being set up. p.12 No connection is established with the network. p.12 Audio is being received from the MusicCast CONTROLLER. p.18, 20, 21 The unit is connected to an iOS device (AirPlay). p.23 The iOS device settings are being shared and a connection has been established wirelessly (Wireless Accessory Configuration).
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