AV Amplifier DSP-Z7 : YAMAHA Audio and Video

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For the countries not listed below
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Titanium finish and gold finish available in some areas.
High Sound Quality 7-channel 980 W powerful surround sound (140W x 7) Decoders for HD Audio format: Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio (192kHz); Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Digital ToP-ART and High Current Amplification Stable chassis design with cross-shaped frames and double-box construction Pure Direct for HD audio and video enjoyment Burr-Brown 192kHz / 24-bit DACs in all channels Digital System Clock Isolator and Ultra Low Jitter PLL circuitry for HDMI and any digital sources
http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/av/products/ht/dspz7.html

31/1/2009

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Inteligent Assignable Amplifiers for bi-amp or Front Presence connection High Picture Quality Analogue and HDMI video upscalling to full HD 1080p and downscalling to 480p 1080p-compatible HDMI 5 inputs (1 on front) and 2 outputs (simultaneous) Supports Deep Colour (30 / 36 bit), x.v.Colour, 100 Hz / 120 Hz and 24 Hz Refresh Rates, and Auto Lip-Sync compensation PReP (Progressive ReProcessing) with 2:2 / 2:3 Pull-Down Detection, Motion Adaptive Deinterlacing Versatile video adjustment functions with 6 preset memories for different sources. Video adjustments are Mosquito Noise Reduction, Block Noise Reduction, Detail Enhancement, Edge Enhancement, and Brightness/Contrast/Saturation control Anchor Bay VRS video processing technologies Extensive Compatibility Network Receiver capabilities Connecting Internet Radio (MP3/WMA), music files on PC (WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC) and Yamaha MusicCAST via LAN Windows Vista and DLNA network device support USB port for portable audio players and flash drives (MTP/MSC) iPod compatibility via optional YDS-11 Universal Dock Bluetooth (A2DP) compatibility with optional Yamaha Bluetooth Wireless Audio Receiver YBA10 Superb Convenience Advanced YPAO with multiple point measurement for automatic speaker setup System Memory 6 combinations for Main and 4 for other Zone 2, 3 and 4 GUI superimpose on-screen display with 6 language (English, French, German, Spanish, Russian and Japanese) Album Art display on GUI iPod content browsing on front panel display Web Browser Control: You can control the DSP-Z7 via a PC or PDA web browser over a home network Surround Realism CINEMA DSP 3D processing (22 programmes) with Adaptive DSP Level Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) now enhanced with input source level compensation and YPAO speaker setup data Dialogue Lift Compressed Music Enhancer Versatile Zone Control Supporting up to Zone 4 Assignable Amplifiers for multi-zone control (Zone 2 and Zone 3) Preamplifier Mode

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Assignable Zone component video for Zone 2 to 4 Zone 2 video output with OSD capability Zone 4 optical digital audio output Zone Mono (Zone 2 and Zone 3) Sleep timer for all zones RS-232C interface Remote input/output and programmable Dual +12V trigger outputs Main Specifications Maximum Power: 185 W (8 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Minimum RMS Output Power: (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.04% THD) Front Channels 140 W + 140 W , Centre Channel 140 W , Surround Channels 140 W + 140 W , Surround Back Channels 140 W + 140 W Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz - 20 kHz), CD (Front Sp Out): 0.04% Input Sensitivity / Impedance:(1 kHz, 100 W / 8 ohms) Phono MM 3.5 mV / 47 k-ohms, CD 200 mV / 47 k-ohms Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 100 kHz +0 / -3 dB Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 196 x 441 mm Weight: 19.6 kg
Product specifications, colors, and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Please see your Yamaha dealer for details.
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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7/DSP-Z7 July, 2009
Subject: RX-Z7/DSP-Z7 Firmware Update ver. 1.08
Yamaha is pleased to offer this firmware update to ensure the best possible performance for your Yamaha RX-Z7/DSP-Z7 AV Receiver/Amplifier. This firmware includes the following improvements: Improved stability when using HDMI connections. Corrected and improved stability when using network functions. Corrected multi-zone function. The following pages contain the firmware update instructions for the RX-Z7/DSP-Z7. You can easily apply the latest firmware either by using an USB flash drive, or by connecting the receiver to the Internet. In order to properly execute the update, read all instructions carefully. The following links will also lead you directly to the beginning of each individual section of the instructions.
Click here for the firmware confirmation before update. Click here for the firmware update by USB flash drive.
(Update by Network is recommended if your receiver is connected to the internet)
Click here for the firmware update by Network. Click here for the firmware confirmation after update. Click here for the troubleshooting.
< 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.

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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z7/DSP-Z7
Confirming the firmware version
Below is the procedure to confirm your firmware version. 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.)
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select VERSION. Latest version would be VERSION 1.08. If your receivers version is lower than above, perform the update described in the following pages. NETWORK UPDATE is recommended if your receiver is connected to the internet. If not, perform USB UPDATE. If ERROR appears, refer to the troubleshooting procedures on page 6 and retry the update.

STEP2 press & hold

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Instruction for USB Update
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.
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.
Drag & Drop the file into USB 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.)
press & hold Insert USB flash drive with RXZ7-XXXX.bin

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Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select FIRM UPDATE USB.
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.
When UPDATE OK appers on the display, firmware update is completed. The receiver automatically powers off and on again in the normal operation mode. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel. Remove the USB flash drive.

STEP6 STEP5

Check the updated firmware version.

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Instruction for Network Update
Requirement: Network environment to be able to connect to the Internet via RX-Z7/DSP-Z7. (For more information, refer to the owners manual.)
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.)

STEP1/STEP6 STEP4

press & hold STEP3
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select FIRM UPDATE USB. Press STRAIGHT button to change update mode to network.
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. When UPDATE OK appers on the display, firmware update is completed. The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation mode. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel. Check the updated firmware version.

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Step6 Step7
Troubleshooting Firmware Update
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 doesnt 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.

STEP4 STEP4 press & hold
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.

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