HOME THEATER CONTROLLER - US 4+

The app worked fine (albeit slow) with my yas-106 before the iOS 11 update. Following the update, it stops working every time I press home after using the app. I have to quit the app and relaunch it to get it to work. It’s not a deal breaker, as the only real advantage to the app (with my model) is changing the surround modes. That said, it is still annoying. You’re better off using the included remote as much as you can as this app is clunkier and far slower in comparison.

So many lame reviews. This is not difficult. First your phone Bluetooth needs to be paired with your sound system. Then start the app, tap on info, initialize, wait for app to sync with sound system, app will switch from demo to whatever is supported by your system. For my yas-108 that’s only a little more than the manual remote. It will vary depending on your system. Once initial setup is done, each time will only require the pairing; when the app is run it will remember your system and switch from demo mode to it after about 5 seconds. I wish my system supported more granular controls but it doesn’t - that isn’t a fault of the app. And yes you may have to turn on Bluetooth manually or pair each time manually (varies by phone or system?). Still, the app works, isn’t difficult, and adds some functionality to that of the remote.

I have an ATS-1060BL. The Yamaha HT app works flawless with this sound bar. I rarely even need to access the app since I use the HDMI ARC hookup between my smart TV and sound bar, allowing volume control with the TV remote. The app has eq settings for game, movie, music, TV and I can adjust as desired. Additionally, I love the clear-voice feature which boosts and clarifies dialogue. Bluetooth works exceptionally well (my Echo device connects automatically when I select Bluetooth).

I hope Yamaha continues to provide updates to this app as their newer products use their MusicCast app.