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... neither core is connected to the terminal which is marked with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the home are registered trademarks owned by Yamaha Corporation is a certification mark of such marks by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin... of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance, it should be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug. ■ Trademarks MusicCast is a certification mark of Yamaha Corporation.
... neither core is connected to the terminal which is marked with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the home are registered trademarks owned by Yamaha Corporation is a certification mark of such marks by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin... of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance, it should be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug. ■ Trademarks MusicCast is a certification mark of Yamaha Corporation.
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What you can easily configure the unit and play back music, and adjust the volume using MusicCast CONTROLLER. WXA-50/WXC-50 Select the input source, play back music to -use "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application Using the dedicated application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" on a USB storage device. Play back music files stored on your mobile device such as a smartphone, you...
What you can easily configure the unit and play back music, and adjust the volume using MusicCast CONTROLLER. WXA-50/WXC-50 Select the input source, play back music to -use "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application Using the dedicated application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" on a USB storage device. Play back music files stored on your mobile device such as a smartphone, you...
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Mini-systems / Hi-Fi components Connecting a Yamaha Hi-Fi amplifier (A-S series) In the following connection setup, when the power of the unit ... Stereo pin cable (RCA cable) Note Commercially-available cables are required for this switch. Volume control by the unit and MusicCast CONTROLLER Volume control by audio devices Note In case of setting the switch to the Owner's Manual of the A-S series... function, refer to "PLAYER", the unit outputs audio at maximum volume. ■ Connecting audio devices (WXC-50) Notice Set the power to Standby when flipping this connection setup.
Mini-systems / Hi-Fi components Connecting a Yamaha Hi-Fi amplifier (A-S series) In the following connection setup, when the power of the unit ... Stereo pin cable (RCA cable) Note Commercially-available cables are required for this switch. Volume control by the unit and MusicCast CONTROLLER Volume control by audio devices Note In case of setting the switch to the Owner's Manual of the A-S series... function, refer to "PLAYER", the unit outputs audio at maximum volume. ■ Connecting audio devices (WXC-50) Notice Set the power to Standby when flipping this connection setup.
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Note If you have already connected other MusicCast compatible devices to the network, tap "Settings" and then "Add New Device". 2 Follow the onscreen instructions of the "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application to set up the network. Hold down CONNECT for the free application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" on your mobile device. Adding the unit to the MusicCast network 1 Tap the "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application icon on the App Store or Google PlayTM and install it to your mobile device and tap "Setup". EN En 12 Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your smartphone Search for 5 seconds.
Note If you have already connected other MusicCast compatible devices to the network, tap "Settings" and then "Add New Device". 2 Follow the onscreen instructions of the "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application to set up the network. Hold down CONNECT for the free application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" on your mobile device. Adding the unit to the MusicCast network 1 Tap the "MusicCast CONTROLLER" application icon on the App Store or Google PlayTM and install it to your mobile device and tap "Setup". EN En 12 Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your smartphone Search for 5 seconds.
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Playback ■ Enjoying music with MusicCast CONTROLLER Music on smartphone Internet radio Music stored on a USB storage device 13 En Music stored on media servers Online streaming services (PCs/NAS) Note Supported music streaming services vary by the country or region of use.
Playback ■ Enjoying music with MusicCast CONTROLLER Music on smartphone Internet radio Music stored on a USB storage device 13 En Music stored on media servers Online streaming services (PCs/NAS) Note Supported music streaming services vary by the country or region of use.
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...Internet via the network failed. The unit's power is disabled. filter of your router. the power cable into sleep mode. Turn on MusicCast CONTROLLER. The inner power supply circuit is unstable. The volume is at the minimum or muted The digital optical audio output on the ...the Connect the mobile device to Standby. The unit is turned off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. Incorrect input or output cable connections. Try updating again after plugging completely started up the volume. The wireless router...
...Internet via the network failed. The unit's power is disabled. filter of your router. the power cable into sleep mode. Turn on MusicCast CONTROLLER. The inner power supply circuit is unstable. The volume is at the minimum or muted The digital optical audio output on the ...the Connect the mobile device to Standby. The unit is turned off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. Incorrect input or output cable connections. Try updating again after plugging completely started up the volume. The wireless router...
WXA-50 Owner s Manual Advanced
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...4 Preparing the remote control...4 Preparing the wireless antenna...4 About this manual 4 Features...5 Enjoying music easily...5 Sharing music with MusicCast compatible devices...5 Part names and functions 6 Front panel...6 Rear panel...7 Remote control...8 Indicators on the front panel...9 PREPARATIONS 10...wirelessly...13 Connecting to a wired network...15 Setting the MusicCast 16 Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your mobile device 16 Adding the unit to the MusicCast network...16 PLAYBACK 17 Playing back music with MusicCast CONTROLLER 17 Music on a mobile device...17 Internet radio...
...4 Preparing the remote control...4 Preparing the wireless antenna...4 About this manual 4 Features...5 Enjoying music easily...5 Sharing music with MusicCast compatible devices...5 Part names and functions 6 Front panel...6 Rear panel...7 Remote control...8 Indicators on the front panel...9 PREPARATIONS 10...wirelessly...13 Connecting to a wired network...15 Setting the MusicCast 16 Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your mobile device 16 Adding the unit to the MusicCast network...16 PLAYBACK 17 Playing back music with MusicCast CONTROLLER 17 Music on a mobile device...17 Internet radio...
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APPENDIX 35 Updating the unit's firmware via the network 35 Updating with MusicCast CONTROLLER...35 Updating with a USB memory device...35 Setting up the wireless connection manually 36 Restarting the unit 36 Restoring the default settings 36 Troubleshooting 38 General...38 Network...39 Bluetooth®...40 Error table of STATUS indicator 41 Glossary 42 Trademarks 42 Supported devices and file formats 43 Supported devices...43 File formats...43 Specifications 44 3 En
APPENDIX 35 Updating the unit's firmware via the network 35 Updating with MusicCast CONTROLLER...35 Updating with a USB memory device...35 Setting up the wireless connection manually 36 Restarting the unit 36 Restoring the default settings 36 Troubleshooting 38 General...38 Network...39 Bluetooth®...40 Error table of STATUS indicator 41 Glossary 42 Trademarks 42 Supported devices and file formats 43 Supported devices...43 File formats...43 Specifications 44 3 En
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... the direction that direction. ▪ Do not remove the antenna. Doing so may become available without notice. • Updates offering improved functionality of the dedicated "MusicCast CONTROLLER" app for optimum use to avoid the possibility of the antenna is noted in explanations as needed. • This manual describes the iPhone, iPad...
... the direction that direction. ▪ Do not remove the antenna. Doing so may become available without notice. • Updates offering improved functionality of the dedicated "MusicCast CONTROLLER" app for optimum use to avoid the possibility of the antenna is noted in explanations as needed. • This manual describes the iPhone, iPad...
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...back music files stored on the App Store or Google Play™. The unit Select the input source, play back and configure the unit without MusicCast CONTROLLER • Play back audio from external devices (TVs, CD players, etc.) • Play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device,... and enjoy music played back on the unit using MusicCast CONTROLLER. Operating and configuring the unit • Select the input source, adjust the volume and mute the audio output • Select from storage device...
...back music files stored on the App Store or Google Play™. The unit Select the input source, play back and configure the unit without MusicCast CONTROLLER • Play back audio from external devices (TVs, CD players, etc.) • Play back music files stored on a Bluetooth device,... and enjoy music played back on the unit using MusicCast CONTROLLER. Operating and configuring the unit • Select the input source, adjust the volume and mute the audio output • Select from storage device...
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... control are as follows. Front panel a b c d efg h 1 Remote control sensor Receives remote control signals. 2 z (power) key Turns the unit's power to be configured using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p.16). 5 STATUS indicator Indicates the selected input source and unit status depending on /standby. 3 (input) key Selects an input source.
... control are as follows. Front panel a b c d efg h 1 Remote control sensor Receives remote control signals. 2 z (power) key Turns the unit's power to be configured using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p.16). 5 STATUS indicator Indicates the selected input source and unit status depending on /standby. 3 (input) key Selects an input source.
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.... (Bluetooth) Bluetooth input NET* Network input USB* USB jack OPT OPT IN jack AUX AUX IN jack * In order to select content, the dedicated application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" for mobile devices is necessary. After a song/station is indicated by the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on...
.... (Bluetooth) Bluetooth input NET* Network input USB* USB jack OPT OPT IN jack AUX AUX IN jack * In order to select content, the dedicated application "MusicCast CONTROLLER" for mobile devices is necessary. After a song/station is indicated by the remote control Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on...
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...for stable playback. Share the Wi-Fi settings of an iOS device (iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch) - Follow the instructions in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen (p.16) • Connecting using the Wi-Fi setting of the iOS device (p.14) • Connecting using the...wireless connection, turn on the wireless switch on your network environment. • Connecting with the MusicCast CONTROLLER (p.16). Connecting to a network wirelessly Connect the unit to a wireless network with the MusicCast CONTROLLER - Connecting with a wireless router (access point) Select a connection method listed below ...
...for stable playback. Share the Wi-Fi settings of an iOS device (iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch) - Follow the instructions in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen (p.16) • Connecting using the Wi-Fi setting of the iOS device (p.14) • Connecting using the...wireless connection, turn on the wireless switch on your network environment. • Connecting with the MusicCast CONTROLLER (p.16). Connecting to a network wirelessly Connect the unit to a wireless network with the MusicCast CONTROLLER - Connecting with a wireless router (access point) Select a connection method listed below ...
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... the App Store or Google Play™ and install it to your mobile device. Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your house with a variety of devices. Note If you to share music among all of MusicCast compatible products, visit the Yamaha website. You can also configure the unit's wireless network settings at the same time...
... the App Store or Google Play™ and install it to your mobile device. Installing MusicCast CONTROLLER to your house with a variety of devices. Note If you to share music among all of MusicCast compatible products, visit the Yamaha website. You can also configure the unit's wireless network settings at the same time...
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...service. ▪ This service may be tuned into. PLAYBACK Playing back music with the MusicCast CONTROLLER (p.16) on your mobile device. 1 Select any of the Internet radio stations on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. 2 Tap on the playback screen and select "Add Bookmark". n Registering ...can register your favorite Internet radio stations to the "Bookmarks" folder on your mobile device. On the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that has MusicCast CONTROLLER installed, you can quickly access registered Internet radio stations by selecting Net Radio, then Bookmarks, then ...
...service. ▪ This service may be tuned into. PLAYBACK Playing back music with the MusicCast CONTROLLER (p.16) on your mobile device. 1 Select any of the Internet radio stations on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. 2 Tap on the playback screen and select "Add Bookmark". n Registering ...can register your favorite Internet radio stations to the "Bookmarks" folder on your mobile device. On the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen, select the room name that has MusicCast CONTROLLER installed, you can quickly access registered Internet radio stations by selecting Net Radio, then Bookmarks, then ...
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...the supplied remote control. n Selecting a streaming service by its station name 1 Select a streaming service on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. 2 Select "USB". 2 Select the station to 6 registered by the MusicCast CONTROLLER. n Registering a song/station by remote control 1 Play the song/station to the USB jack of ...it from the USB jack. Note Connect a USB storage device directly to be registered on the unit and easily recalled by using the MusicCast CONTROLLER. Registering the song/station being played back to a preset Up to 40 albums or songs stored on a USB storage device. The...
...the supplied remote control. n Selecting a streaming service by its station name 1 Select a streaming service on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. 2 Select "USB". 2 Select the station to 6 registered by the MusicCast CONTROLLER. n Registering a song/station by remote control 1 Play the song/station to the USB jack of ...it from the USB jack. Note Connect a USB storage device directly to be registered on the unit and easily recalled by using the MusicCast CONTROLLER. Registering the song/station being played back to a preset Up to 40 albums or songs stored on a USB storage device. The...
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...allows you can enjoy music played back on the unit with Bluetooth speakers/headphones. 1 Select an input source other than Bluetooth in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen and play back iTunes or iPhone music on the unit via a network. When the connection is disconnected, the Bluetooth indicator...unit has been registered with the Bluetooth speakers/headphones. 2 Turn on the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth device, and select "WXA-50 XXXXXX Bluetooth" in the Bluetooth device list on the Bluetooth device. "XXXXXX" represents a unique sequence of numbers and letters for 3 seconds.
...allows you can enjoy music played back on the unit with Bluetooth speakers/headphones. 1 Select an input source other than Bluetooth in the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen and play back iTunes or iPhone music on the unit via a network. When the connection is disconnected, the Bluetooth indicator...unit has been registered with the Bluetooth speakers/headphones. 2 Turn on the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth device, and select "WXA-50 XXXXXX Bluetooth" in the Bluetooth device list on the Bluetooth device. "XXXXXX" represents a unique sequence of numbers and letters for 3 seconds.
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When this is enabled, audio is "On", you can be displayed and configured on the Advanced Settings screen in the MusicCast CONTROLLER. Adjusts the volumes for the low-frequency, middle-frequency, and high-frequency ranges of the audio output. "In-ceiling": optimizes for...12 to 0 to cut out. Enables/disables Direct playback. To display the Advanced Settings screen, hold down the room name (the unit) on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen and tap "Room Settings", then tap "Advanced Settings" in walls. Enables/disables a mode that are using significantly larger speakers. Adjusts the ...
When this is enabled, audio is "On", you can be displayed and configured on the Advanced Settings screen in the MusicCast CONTROLLER. Adjusts the volumes for the low-frequency, middle-frequency, and high-frequency ranges of the audio output. "In-ceiling": optimizes for...12 to 0 to cut out. Enables/disables Direct playback. To display the Advanced Settings screen, hold down the room name (the unit) on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen and tap "Room Settings", then tap "Advanced Settings" in walls. Enables/disables a mode that are using significantly larger speakers. Adjusts the ...
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... 2 Connect the USB memory device to the USB jack on the rear panel. 3 While holding down (CONNECT) on firmware updates, visit the Yamaha website. During firmware updating, the STATUS indicator lights up in white after a while or update the firmware using a USB memory device. Note ▪.... Updating with a USB memory device You can also be possible depending on the condition of firmware currently installed on the unit using the MusicCast CONTROLLER. ▪ For details on the front panel, plug the power cable to standby. The firmware update starts. Firmware can update the...
... 2 Connect the USB memory device to the USB jack on the rear panel. 3 While holding down (CONNECT) on firmware updates, visit the Yamaha website. During firmware updating, the STATUS indicator lights up in white after a while or update the firmware using a USB memory device. Note ▪.... Updating with a USB memory device You can also be possible depending on the condition of firmware currently installed on the unit using the MusicCast CONTROLLER. ▪ For details on the front panel, plug the power cable to standby. The firmware update starts. Firmware can update the...
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... to your network devices (such as a device to use the wired network connection for the application to the wireless router and start MusicCast CONTROLLER. The network connection is connected to Secondary SSID when using a multiple SSID router. Turn on the unit. Network Problem Cause ...be played only when it passes through the port designated by the firewall settings of the day. And also the DHCP function on MusicCast CONTROLLER. Sound from high resolution contents is currently broadcasting silence. Disable the cellular data transmission of your router. Access to the ...
... to your network devices (such as a device to use the wired network connection for the application to the wireless router and start MusicCast CONTROLLER. The network connection is connected to Secondary SSID when using a multiple SSID router. Turn on the unit. Network Problem Cause ...be played only when it passes through the port designated by the firewall settings of the day. And also the DHCP function on MusicCast CONTROLLER. Sound from high resolution contents is currently broadcasting silence. Disable the cellular data transmission of your router. Access to the ...