Front Surround System Owner’s Manual Read the supplied booklet “Quick Start Guide” before using the unit.
Contents PREPARATION SETTINGS Supplied items .......................................................................3 Features ..................................................................................4 Frequently asked questions..................................................5 Part names and functions .....................................................6 Installation .............................................................................8 Connecting the unit .............................
PREPARATION Supplied items Preparing the remote control Peel off the protection sheet before use. Make sure you have received all of the following items. The unit Operating range of the remote control Remote control Batteries x 2 (AAA, R03, UM4) Optical digital audio cable* (1.5 m [4.9 ft]) Operate the remote control within the range as shown below. When the unit is mounted on a wall, point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the top panel (p.9).
Features This front surround system is easily installed and has a built-in subwoofer for enjoying powerful and realistic sound with connection to a TV or other devices. • AIR SURROUND XTREME Enjoy 7.1 channel surround sound, which creates a wide and deep soundstage, as if speakers are positioned not only in front of, but also to the left, right, and behind the listener. • Bass extension Enjoy powerful bass with Yamaha’s exclusive bass boosting technology, Advanced Bass Extension Processing (p.14).
Frequently asked questions The following section covers popular functions and frequently asked questions about the unit. Q1 A1 Switching between remote controls is inconvenient. Can I use the TV’s remote control to operate the unit? Q6 How can music content stored on a smartphone be played via the unit? A6 Choose one of the following methods. Connecting via Bluetooth (p.16) This method is useful for playing music content stored on a smartphone or other mobile device without connecting to a network.
Part names and functions The unit (front panel/top panel) 1 STATUS TV BD/DVD ANALOG BLUETOOTH 8 2 NET SURROUND 3 4 5 6 Keys are located in the rear part of the unit. CONNECT 7 9 8 9 7 1 Indicators 3 The indicators on the top panel flash or glow, to show the operation and setting status. In this manual, illustrations of the nine in-line indicators are used for explanation as necessary. : Off : Glows : Flashes (input) key Select an input source to be played back (p.12).
The unit (rear panel) 1 2 3 4 5 6 R TV 1 Power cable For connecting to an AC wall outlet (p.10). 2 TV remote repeater Used to transmit signals from the TV’s remote control, received by the unit’s remote control sensor, to the TV (p.8). 3 TV input jack For connecting to a TV with an optical digital audio cable (p.10).
Installation The unit can be installed on a TV stand or mounted on a wall (p.9). It is equipped with remote control sensors positioned to support installation on a TV stand or mounting on a wall. Installing the unit on a TV stand, etc. Position the unit so that the keys are on the far side of the unit. About the TV remote repeater The unit receives signals from the TV’s remote control via the remote control sensor located on the front panel.
Mounting the unit on a wall How to mount the unit on the wall Cautions • When mounting the unit on a wall, all installation work must be performed by a qualified contractor or dealer. The customer must never attempt to perform this installation work. Improper or inadequate installation could cause the unit to fall, resulting in personal injury. • To avoid falling the unit, attach the unit to a dry wall.
Connecting the unit The way in which the unit is connected will vary depending upon the type of jacks with which the TV or playback devices (BD/DVD player, etc.) are equipped, and how the TV and playback devices are connected. Refer to the connection examples on pages 10 and 11 to connect the unit. 1 2 Be sure that the unit’s power cable is not plugged into an AC wall outlet.
Connection method 2: Connect the unit to a playback device (BD/DVD player, etc.) Use this method to connect the unit to a playback device when it cannot be connected to the TV as explained with method 1 because the TV has no optical digital audio output jack or analog audio output jacks. This method can also be used to connect the unit to a playback device, after it has been connected to the TV, when sound from a BD/DVD player or other device connected to the TV is not output as surround sound.
PLAYBACK Operations Remote control signal transmitter Transmits infrared signals. 1 2 (power) key Turns on or off the unit. Turned on The indicator for the last input source selected glows green. Indicates the surround setting, and network (p.18) or Bluetooth (p.16) connection status. Turned off (network standby function enabled, p.30) Input keys Select an input source to be played back. TV ......................TV audio or sound from a device connected to the unit’s TV input jack BD/DVD.............
4 5 SUBWOOFER (+/-) keys NET RADIO (1–3) keys Adjust the volume of the subwoofer. Assign audio input via a network (Internet radio stations, music files stored on media servers, etc.) to the NET RADIO key. Volume down (–) Volume up (+) VOLUME (+/-) keys Adjust the volume of the unit. Volume down (–) Assign a station 1 Play the desired Internet radio station (p.22 to 25). 2 Hold down the NET RADIO 1, 2, or 3 key for more than 3 seconds. Volume up (+) MUTE key Mute the audio output.
6 BASS EXTENSION key AUDIO DELAY key Enable/disable the bass extension function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy a powerful bass sound with the Yamaha original bass boost technology “Advanced Bass Extension Processing.” Adjust the audio delay to synchronize the sound with the video when the video image on the TV may seem delayed with respect to the sound. Follow the procedure below to adjust the audio delay.
7 INFO key HINT While the INFO key is held down, status, including the type of audio signal being input and whether the clear voice function is enabled or disabled, can be confirmed by the glowing of indicators. • The unit is able to play the following types of audio signal. The indicators do not glow when analog or PCM audio signal is input.
Listening to the sound from a Bluetooth device 3 Select “YAS-306 xxxxxx Bluetooth”* in the Bluetooth device list on the device. * If the unit is registered as a MusicCast-enabled device (p.19), the room name (network name) is displayed. If a passkey (PIN) is required, enter the number “0000”. Audio from a Bluetooth device, such as a mobile device or a digital music player, can be played over a wireless connection.
Using wireless headphones to listen to audio Bluetooth wireless headphones can be used to listen to audio played via the unit. Sound is transmitted to the wireless headphones using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on a mobile device. 4 Tap in the MusicCast CONTROLLER app’s playback screen. Tap 5 6 Bluetooth speakers/ headphones Tap “Bluetooth Transmission”. Tap Enable the Bluetooth Transmission function and choose a destination Bluetooth device (wireless headphones, etc.).
NETWORKS Networks Network functions and the MusicCast CONTROLLER app A network connection allows you to listen to Internet radio stations or music streaming services, and to use AirPlay to play music files, or to play music files stored on your computer (media server) via this unit. Most playback requires the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” app for mobile devices. Install and use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app on your mobile device to play music files.
Wireless network connections Connect the unit to a wireless router (access point) to use a network. Refer to the following for instructions on connecting to a wireless router (access point). • Using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p.19) • Applying iOS device (iPhone, etc.) settings to the unit (p.
3 5 Turn on the unit, and then tap “Next”. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure network settings. HINT • When a screen like that below is displayed, follow the on-screen instructions to configure network settings. 1. Use the Home button on your mobile device to return to the Home screen. 2. Select “Wi-Fi” from “Settings”. 3. Select “MusicCastSetup” from “CHOOSE A NETWORK...”. 4. Use the Home button to return to the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. 4 Hold down the CONNECT key until the flashing.
6 To register the unit as a MusicCast-enabled device, configure the following items. • Location name (“home”, “John’s house”, etc.) • Name and photo of the room where the unit is installed The location name, and the name and photo of the room where the unit is installed can be changed later. HINT • If a different MusicCast-enabled device is already registered with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app, tap (Setup) in the room selection screen, and then select “Add New Device” to add the unit to the app.
Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/ NAS) You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS via the unit. NOTE • The audio may be interrupted while using the wireless network connection. In this case, use the wired network connection. 1 2 3 4 5 Start Windows Media Player 12 on your PC. Select “Stream”, then “Turn on media streaming”. Click “Turn on media streaming”. Select “Allowed” from the drop-down list next to the unit’s model name. Click “OK” to exit.
Listening to Internet radio You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. NOTE Using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to bookmark a station 1 2 Select the desired Internet radio station. Tap in the playback screen, and then tap “Add Bookmark”. • 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.
Playing back music with AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes or iPod music on the unit via network. HINT • When the unit is turned on for the first time after purchase, the indicator flashes slowly. While the indicator is flashing, network settings from your iOS device (an iPhone, etc.) can be applied to the unit to connect the unit to a wireless network. The indicator does not flash if the unit’s NETWORK jack is connected to a router using a cable (wired connection).
Playback of iTunes/iPod music contents Playing back music stored on mobile devices Follow the procedure below to play back iTunes/iPod music contents on the unit. 1 Use this function to play music stored on your mobile device over a network. Turn on the unit, and start iTunes on the PC or display the playback screen on the iPod. If the iTunes/iPod recognizes the unit, the AirPlay icon ( Router ) appears.
SETTINGS Settings Using the TV’s remote control to adjust the unit’s volume The unit can be “taught” to read signals from a TV’s remote control. This allows the TV and unit to be turned on or off simultaneously, or the volume to be adjusted, using the TV’s remote control. 2 Point the unit’s remote control at the appropriate remote control sensor on the unit, and hold down the LEARN key for at least 3 seconds. The unit will enter learning mode. The unit’s indicators will flash as shown below.
3 3-1 4 Teach the unit the TV remote control’s “Mute” command. Press the key on the unit. 4-1 CONNECT Press the key on the unit. CONNECT Indicators 3-2 Teach the unit the TV remote control’s “Volume (–)” command. Indicators Point the TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit, hold down the mute key for at least 1 second, and then release it for at least 1 second. Perform this operation twice.
6 6-1 Teach the unit the TV remote control’s “Power” command. Press the Clearing all learned commands key on the unit. 1 CONNECT The unit enters learning mode. When the unit is in learning mode, the indicators flash as shown below. Indicators 6-2 Point the TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit, hold down the power key for at least 1 second, and then release it for at least 1 second. Perform this operation twice.
Using an external subwoofer The unit has dual built-in subwoofers; however you can connect an external subwoofer when you want to enhance low frequency sound. Connect a subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack of the unit. Sound is output from both the built-in subwoofers and external subwoofer. Enabling/disabling the auto power standby function Enabling the auto power standby function prevents the unit from remaining on when not in use.
Enabling/disabling the network standby function Enabling the network standby function allows the unit to be turned on or off using a mobile or Bluetooth device as follows. • When the unit is turned off, it will turn on with the following playback operations. - Play back with AirPlay - Music files stored on a DLNA-compliant network attached storage (NAS) unit are played • The unit can also be turned on and off using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on your mobile device.
Enabling/disabling the Bluetooth function Enable or disable the Bluetooth function. New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed. Firmware can be updated using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on a mobile device. NOTE • By default, the Bluetooth function is enabled. 1 2 Turn off the unit. Hold down the Updating the unit’s firmware key and press the key on the unit.
2 Press the key on the unit. Initializing the unit Follow the procedure below to initialize the unit. CONNECT The firmware update is complete. 1 2 Turn off the unit. Hold down the indicators flash. key and press the key on the unit until all NOTE • If the firmware update fails, the “Failed to update MusicCast device” message will be displayed by the app, and the indicator at far right on the unit will flash blue.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. First, check the following: 1 The power cables of the unit, TV and playback devices (such as BD/DVD players) are connected to AC wall outlets securely.
Audio Problem No sound. No sound is coming from the subwoofer. The volume decreases when the unit is turned on. Cause Remedy Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source (p.12). The mute function is activated. Cancel the mute function (p.13). The volume is too low. Turn up the volume (p.13). The power cable of the unit is not connected properly. Make sure that the power cable of the unit is connected to an AC wall outlet securely (p.10).
Remote control Problem The unit cannot be operated using the remote control. The TV cannot be operated when the TV’s remote control is pointed toward the unit’s remote control sensor. Cause The unit is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.3). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries (p.3). The remote control sensor of the unit is exposed to direct sunlight or strong lighting. Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition the unit.
Bluetooth Receiving Problem Unable to connect the unit to a Bluetooth device. No sound is heard or the sound is intermittent via the unit. Transmitting Cause Remedy Problem Cause Remedy The Bluetooth function is disabled. Enable the function (p.31). Another Bluetooth device is connected. Terminate the current Bluetooth connection, and connect to the device from which audio should be received (p.16).
Network Problem Cause Remedy Playback stops unexpectedly and files cannot be played continuously. The folder contains some files that cannot be played via the unit. The unit does not detect the PC (media server). The media sharing setting is not correct. Configure the sharing setting and select the unit as a device to which music contents are shared (p.22). Some security software installed on your PC (media server) is blocking the access of the unit to your PC (media server).
Specifications Item Amplifier Section Front L/R Section Tweeter Section Subwoofer Section Decoder Input Jacks Output Jack Other Jacks Specifications Wireless LAN Standards IEEE802.11b/g/n Radio Frequency Band 2.4 GHz Maximum Rated Output Power Front L/R 30 W x 2 ch Type Acoustic suspension type Driver 5.5 cm (2-1/8") cone non-magnetic shielding type x 2 Bluetooth version Ver. 2.1 +EDR Frequency Response 150Hz to 22kHz 2.
This system is equipped with Yamaha’s AIR SURROUND XTREME virtual sound technology that achieves superior positional, high-grade 7.1 channel surround sound using the sound bar. MusicCast is a trademark or registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
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