Yamaha RX-Z7 User manual

Yamaha
Brand
Yamaha
Model
RX-Z7
Type
User manual

Yamaha RX-Z7 is a high-quality versatile receiver that brings your home theater to the next level. With its 7.2-channel configuration and advanced audio technologies, the RX-Z7 delivers an immersive and dynamic sound experience.

RX-Z7 supports various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring a rich and detailed sound reproduction. Its built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity allow for effortless wireless streaming of music from your smart devices. You can also connect your TV, Blu-ray player, and other devices via multiple HDMI inputs and outputs.

Furthermore, the RX-Z7 features a user-friendly interface and a variety of sound adjustment options. With its SCENE buttons, you can easily switch between different listening modes optimized for movies, music, or gaming. The receiver also provides advanced room calibration capabilities, ensuring an optimal sound experience tailored to your listening environment.

Yamaha RX-Z7 is a high-quality versatile receiver that brings your home theater to the next level. With its 7.2-channel configuration and advanced audio technologies, the RX-Z7 delivers an immersive and dynamic sound experience.

RX-Z7 supports various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring a rich and detailed sound reproduction. Its built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity allow for effortless wireless streaming of music from your smart devices. You can also connect your TV, Blu-ray player, and other devices via multiple HDMI inputs and outputs.

Furthermore, the RX-Z7 features a user-friendly interface and a variety of sound adjustment options. With its SCENE buttons, you can easily switch between different listening modes optimized for movies, music, or gaming. The receiver also provides advanced room calibration capabilities, ensuring an optimal sound experience tailored to your listening environment.

Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Do not attempt to update your Yamaha receiver using any other data file except those provided
directly from the Yamaha website or through your network connection.
Follow the instructions carefully and do not attempt any other procedures not specified in the
instructions provided by Yamaha.
Improperly updated products may cause improper operation, and any parts or service required
to restore proper operation will not be covered under the Yamaha Limited Warranty.
Choose from the following 2 methods to update to the latest firmware.
Click here for Firmware Update Through the Internet
(Connection to the Internet is required)
Click here for Firmware Update by USB
(A USB thumb drive is required)
In case of error, see the Troubleshooting section on the last page.
Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7
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Firmware Update by USB
Step1:
Delete any existing files in the USB flash drive.
Step2:
Download and copy the firmware “RXZ7-xxxx.bin” into the root directory of
the USB flash drive.
Step3:
Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.
Step4:
Insert the USB flash drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Requirement: (Formatting by FAT system is required in advance).
- USB flash drive, with enough free space to hold over 16 MB.
- Firmware file provided by YAMAHA,”RXZ7-xxxx.bin”.
Drag & Drop the file into
USB drive.
MASTER
STRAIGHT
USB Port
Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7
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Step5
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE
USB”.
Step6
To start the firmware update, press the MENU button.
(Allow about 10 minutes for the update)
Firmware reprogramming in progress
Caution! Do not interrupt power or remove the USB flash drive during the update.
In case the power is accidentally cut off, refer to troubleshooting
procedures on page 6 to recover.
Step7
When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in the normal operation
mode.
Step8
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Remove the USB flash drive.
Step9
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep pressing the STRAIGHT key until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “VERSION”.
Confirm that the firmware version is updated to the latest.
Step10
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
MASTER
MENU
STRAIGHT
PROGRAM
Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7
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Firmware Update Through the Internet
Step1:
Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.
Step2:
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Step3
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE
USB”.
Press STRAIGHT button to change update mode to network.
Step4
To start the firmware update, press the MENU button.
(Allow about 10mins for update)
Firmware reprogramming in progress
Caution! Do not interrupt power during the update.
Step5
When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation
mode.
Step6
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Step7
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep pressing the STRAIGHT key until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “VERSION”.
Confirm that the firmware version is updated to the latest.
Step10
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Requirement:
Network environment to be able to connect to the Internet via RX-Z7.
(For more information, refer to the owner’s manual.)
MASTER
MENU
STRAIGHT
PROGRAM
Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7
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Troubleshooting
Case #1: Instead of “UPDATE OK”, an error message appeared on the display during
updating or “ERROR” appeared when confirming the firmware version in
Advanced Setup.
To recover, retry the update procedure of USB/Network from step1 again.
In case the update has failed with network method, perform USB update method
for recovery.
Case #2: “Flash Data Err” / “Firm Update” appeared on the display.
To recover,
1. Press MENU button. “FirmUpdate, push MENU key” will appear on the display.
2. Unplug the USB flash drive and copy the update file again.
3. Insert the USB flash drive in the USB terminal on the front panel.
4. Start firmware update by pressing the MENU button.
5. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
System will reboot automatically.
6. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
7. Remove the USB flash drive.
Case #3: Firmware update doesn’t start for other reasons.
For example, the unit does not power up after the MASTER ON/OFF
button is pressed. Or, “DEVICE ERROR” appears on front display.
To recover,
1. Unplug the AC power cable from the back of the receiver.
2. Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to ON.
3. Insert the USB flash drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
4. Press and Hold the “INFO” button and keep it pressed while you plug the AC
power cable back into the receiver again. The front panel display shows
“FirmwareUpdate”
5. The update will start automatically.
6. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
System will turn off and on again automatically.
7. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
8. Remove the USB flash drive.
STEP4
STEP4
press &
hold
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Yamaha RX-Z7 User manual

Yamaha
Brand
Yamaha
Model
RX-Z7
Type
User manual

Yamaha RX-Z7 is a high-quality versatile receiver that brings your home theater to the next level. With its 7.2-channel configuration and advanced audio technologies, the RX-Z7 delivers an immersive and dynamic sound experience.

RX-Z7 supports various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring a rich and detailed sound reproduction. Its built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity allow for effortless wireless streaming of music from your smart devices. You can also connect your TV, Blu-ray player, and other devices via multiple HDMI inputs and outputs.

Furthermore, the RX-Z7 features a user-friendly interface and a variety of sound adjustment options. With its SCENE buttons, you can easily switch between different listening modes optimized for movies, music, or gaming. The receiver also provides advanced room calibration capabilities, ensuring an optimal sound experience tailored to your listening environment.

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