# AV CONTROLLER

> The App turns Android device into a WiFi remote control for select Yamaha model

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yamaha.av.avcontroller](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yamaha.av.avcontroller)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.yamaha.av.avcontroller`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Yamaha Corporation
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 2,322,706
- **Rating:** 2.78 / 5 (16,577 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.60
- **Last updated:** 2022-08-22
- **First published:** 2011-09-02
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yamaha.av.avcontroller)
- **Website:** [https://www.yamaha.com/apps/?exturl=av\_controller](https://www.yamaha.com/apps/?exturl=av_controller)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.yamaha.com/en/apps\_docs/apps\_common/common\_PP\_min-1.html](https://www.yamaha.com/en/apps_docs/apps_common/common_PP_min-1.html)

## Description

The **AV CONTROLLER** Chrome extension transforms your Android device into a powerful Wi-Fi remote control for compatible Yamaha network products. With this app, you can conveniently power on/off, adjust volume, mute, select inputs, and control DSP modes right from your device. Enjoy seamless switching between your Yamaha AV receiver and Blu-ray player, plus the ability to stream music directly from your Android device to your AV system.

Designed to support various Android devices including tablets, this app offers multi-language support and requires a compatible Yamaha product connected to the same wireless LAN. It enhances user experience by providing intuitive control over FM/AM tuners, Internet Radio, USB sources, and internal inputs. This free app keeps all your AV controls at your fingertips, enriching your home entertainment setup.

## Rankings

- #41,157 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like AV CONTROLLER when it works: easy, straightforward remote control for Yamaha receivers and strong DSP parameter tuning. Some reviews praise its long history and consistent basic functionality, with statements like 'does what it's supposed to do easily and well' and 'Awesome overall!'. However, the majority report reliability problems: frequent device discovery/connection failures, intermittent or dropped connections, and crashes or unresponsiveness, often after firmware or Android updates. Compatibility issues appear on newer devices and foldables, and some features are missing or limited. Overall, great potential but widespread stability issues undermine usefulness.

### Pros

- When it connects, it provides easy, straightforward remote control of Yamaha receivers.
- Fine control of DSP parameters is a valued feature.
- Long-running app with positive sentiment from users who have used it for years.
- Overall positive sentiment in reviews; some users express love for the app and the receiver.

### Cons

- Frequent device discovery/connection failures; cannot find or connect to receivers.
- Crashes and unresponsiveness (crash on startup or during use).
- Reliability degrades after firmware or Android updates, with reports of updates breaking connectivity.
- Compatibility issues with newer devices/foldables and Android versions.
- Some features are missing or limited (demo mode, in-app remote/setup options).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yamaha.av.avcontroller)