Yamaha A-S700 Owners Manual
Integrated Amplifier
Amplificateur Intégré
UAB
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOC K
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space
below.
MODEL:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot and fully insert.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Yamaha and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your
equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is
often undetectable until it is too late, Yamaha and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group
recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)
1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS
UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.
2 IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only high quality
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product
MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC
authorization to use this product in the USA.
3NOTE: This product has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations,
Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with
these requirements provides a reasonable level of
assurance that your use of this product in a residential
environment will not result in harmful interference with
other electronic devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if
not installed and used according to the instructions found
in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to
the operation of other electronic devices.
■ For U.K. customers
If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the
plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and
an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the
instructions described below.
Note
The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a
plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live
socket outlet.
Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
interference will not occur in all installations. If this
product is found to be the source of interference, which
can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the
following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being
affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient
the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon
lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA
90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.
■ Special Instructions for U.K. Model
IMPORTANT
THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth
terminal of the three pin plug.
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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean
place – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration,
dust, moisture, and/or cold. Allow ventilation space of at least
30 cm (11-13/16 in) on the top, 20 cm (7-7/8 in) on the left
and right, and 20 cm (7-7/8 in) on the back of this unit.
3 Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors,
or transformers to avoid humming sounds.
4 Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from
cold to hot, and do not locate this unit in an environment with
high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent
condensation inside this unit, which may cause an electrical
shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
5 Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects may fall onto
this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or
splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:
– Other components, as they may cause damage and/or
discoloration on the surface of this unit.
– Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire,
damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
– Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and
liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or
damage to this unit.
6 Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain,
etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature
inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit,
and/or personal injury.
7 Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections
are complete.
8 Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat,
possibly causing damage.
9 Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.
10 When disconnecting the power cable from the wall outlet,
grasp the plug; do not pull the cable.
11 Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might
damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this
unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may
cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
Yamaha will not be held responsible for any damage resulting
from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
13 To prevent damage by lightning, keep the power cable
disconnected from a wall outlet or the unit during a lightning
storm.
14 Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified
Yamaha service personnel when any service is needed. The
cabinet should never be opened for any reasons.
15 When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time
(i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall
outlet.
16 Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power
plug can be reached easily.
17 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section in the
owner’s manual on common operating errors before
concluding that this unit is faulty.
18 Before moving this unit, press POWER to turn off this unit
and then disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
19 VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Asia and General models only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit
must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging
into the wall outlet. Voltages are:
Asia model..............................AC 220/230-240 V, 50/60 Hz
General model ..........AC 110/120/220/230-240 V, 50/60 Hz
20 The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or like.
21 Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones
can cause hearing loss.
As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall outlet,
it is not disconnected from the AC power source even
if you turn off this unit by POWER or set it to the
standby mode by button on the remote control.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
This unit enters the standby mode when you press
POWER inward to the ON position and then press
button on the remote control. In this state, this unit is
designed to consume a very small quantity of power.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES.............................................................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ................................. 1
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS .........................2
Front panel.................................................................2
Remote control...........................................................3
Installing batteries in the remote control................... 4
Using the remote control ...........................................4
Rear panel..................................................................5
OPERATION
PLAYING AND RECORDING.............................9
Playing a source......................................................... 9
Adjusting the tonal quality ......................................10
Recording a source .................................................. 11
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................12
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................15
PREPARATION
CONNECTIONS ....................................................6
Connecting speakers and other components.............. 6
Connecting the supplied power cable........................8
■ About this manual
• y indicates a tip for your operation.
• Some operations can be performed by using either the buttons on the main unit or on the remote control. In cases
when the button names differ between the main unit and the remote control, the names of the buttons on the remote
control are given in parentheses.
• This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part as a result of
improvements, etc. In case of differences between the manual and the product, the product has priority.
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
PREPARATIONINTRODUCTION
OPERATION
INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL
◆ Highly dynamic power, low impedance drive capability
◆ Continuously variable loudness control
◆ CD DIRECT AMP switch used to obtain the highest
sound quality of compact discs
◆ PURE DIRECT switch used to reproduce the purest
source sound
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check that you received all of the following parts:
Remote control Batteries (× 2)
(AA, R6, UM-3)
◆ Minimum RMS output power
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω), 0.019% THD, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
◆ REC OUT selector independent of input source selection
◆ Remote control capability
Power cable
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Front panel
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
1 POWER
Press inward to the ON position to turn on the power of
this unit. You can set this unit to standby mode by
pressing button on the remote control or turn on the unit
by pressing button on the remote control when this unit is
turned on.
Press again to release it outward to the OFF position to
turn off this unit.
Note
Even when this unit is turned off, this unit consumes a small
amount of power to preserve the memory.
2 POWER on indicator
Lights up as follows:
ON: Bright
Standby mode: Dark
OFF: Off
3 Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control.
4 INPUT selector and indicators
Select the input source you want to listen to.
The input source indicators light up when the
corresponding input sources are selected.
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The input source names correspond to the names of the
connection jacks on the rear panel.
Note
The input setting is retained for about 1 week after the power
cable is unplugged.
5 PHONES jack
Connect headphones for private listening.
Rotate the SPEAKERS selector on the front panel to the
OFF position to turn off the sound from the speakers.
6 SPEAKERS selector
Turn on or off the speaker set connected to the
SPEAKERS A and/or B terminals on the rear panel each
time the corresponding SPEAKERS selector is set to A, B
or A+B.
7 REC OUT selector
Select a source for recording independently of the INPUT
selector setting, allowing you to record the selected source
while listening to another source.
See page 11 for details.
8 BASS
Increase or decrease the low frequency response.
See page 10 for details.
9 TREBLE
Increase or decrease the high frequency response.
See page 10 for details.
0 BALANCE
Adjust the sound output balance of the left and right
speakers. See page 10 for details.
A LOUDNESS
Retain a full tonal range at any volume level.
See page 11 for details.
B CD DIRECT AMP and indicator
Reproduces CD sound in the highest signal quality
regardless of the INPUT selector setting.
The indicator above it lights up when this function is
turned on. See page 10 for details.
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
C PURE DIRECT and indicator
Reproduces any input source in the purest sound possible.
The indicator above it lights up when this function is
turned on. See page 10 for details.
Remote control
D VOLUME
Control the sound output level.
This does not affect the REC level for recording.
INTRODUCTION
4 Input selector buttons
Select the input source you want to listen to.
5 Amplifier control buttons
INPUT l / h
Select the input source you want to listen to.
VOL +/–
Control the sound output level.
This does not affect the REC level for recording.
MUTE
Mute the sound output. Press MUTE again to resume the
audio output. Selected Input indicator blinks when the
sound is muted.
■ Controlling other components
The functions of the buttons to control other Yamaha
components are the same as those of the corresponding
buttons on those components. Refer to the components’
instruction manuals for details.
6 Yamaha tuner control buttons
Control various functions of Yamaha tuner. Refer to the
owner’s manual of your tuner for details.
■ Controlling this unit
1 Infrared signal transmitter
Sends signals to the main unit.
2 POWER ( )
Turn on the unit.
Note
This button is operational only when POWER on the front panel
is pressed inward to the ON position.
3 STANDBY ( )
Set this unit to the standby mode.
Notes
• This button is operational only when POWER on the front
panel is pressed inward to the ON position.
• In the standby mode, this unit consumes a small amount of
power in order to receive infrared-signals from the remote
control.
Note
Not all Yamaha tuners or functions can be controlled by this
remote control.
7 Yamaha CD player control buttons
Control various functions of Yamaha CD player. Refer to
the owner’s manual of your CD player for details.
Note
Not all Yamaha CD players or functions can be controlled by this
remote control.
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Installing batteries in the remote control
1
3
2
1 Press the part and slide the battery
compartment cover off.
2 Insert two supplied batteries
(AA, R6, UM-3) according to the polarity
markings (+ and –) on the inside of the
battery compartment.
3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.
■ Notes on batteries
• Change both batteries when the operation range of the
remote control decreases.
• Use AA, R6, UM-3 batteries.
• Make sure that the polarities are correct. See the
illustration inside the battery compartment.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not to be
used for an extended period of time.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline
and manganese batteries) together. Read the packaging
carefully as these different types of batteries may have
the same shape and color.
• If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them
immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or
letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the
battery compartment thoroughly before installing new
batteries.
• Do not throw away batteries with general house waste;
dispose of them correctly in accordance with your local
regulations.
Using the remote control
The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam.
Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote
control sensor on the front panel of this unit during
operation.
Within 6m
(20 ft)
■ Handling the remote control
• The area between the remote control and this unit must
be clear of large obstacles.
• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote
control.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not leave or store the remote control in the
following types of conditions:
– high humidity, such as near a bath
– high temperature, such as near a heater or a stove
– extremely low temperatures
– dusty places
• Do not expose the remote control sensor to strong
lighting, in particular, an inverter type fluorescent
lamp; otherwise, the remote control may not work
properly. If necessary, position the unit away from
direct lighting.
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Rear panel
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
(Asia and General models)
1 CD input jacks
Connect a CD player.
See page 6 for connection information.
2 PHONO jacks and GND terminal
The PHONO jacks are designed to connect a turntable
with an MM cartridge.
See page 6 for connection information.
3 Audio input/output jacks
Connect external components, such as a tuner, etc.
See page 6 for connection information.
4 VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Asia and General models only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR must be set to your local
main voltage before plugging the supplied power cable
into the wall outlet.
See page 8 for details.
5 AC IN
Use to plug in the supplied power cable.
See page 8 for connection information.
6 SPEAKERS terminals
Connect one or two speaker sets.
See page 6 for connection information.
7 IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
See IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on this page.
8 AC OUTLET(S)
Use to supply power to your other audio/video
components.
See page 8 for details.
■ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
CAUTION
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
while the power of this unit is turned on, as doing so may
damage the unit.
If the unit fails to turn on, the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
switch may not be fully slid to either position. If this is the
case, slide the switch all the way to either position when
this unit’s power supply is completely cut off.
Select the switch position (LOW or HIGH) according to
the impedance of the speakers in your system.
Switch
position
HIGH
LOW
• If you use one set (A or B), the impedance of
the speaker must be 6
• If you use two sets (A and B) simultaneously,
the impedance of each speaker must be 12
or higher. (Except for U.S.A and Canada
models)
• If you make bi-wire connections, the
impedance of the speaker must be 6
higher. See page 7 for details.
• If you use one set (A or B), the impedance of
the speaker must be 4
• If you use two sets (A and B) simultaneously,
the impedance of each speaker must be 8
higher.
• If you make bi-wire connections, the
impedance of the speaker must be 4
higher. See page 7 for details.
Impedance level
Ω or higher.
Ω
Ω or
Ω or higher.
Ω or
Ω or
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PREPARATION
CONNECTIONS
Connecting speakers and other components
CAUTION
• Do not connect this unit or other components to the main power until all connections between components are
complete.
• All connections must be correct: L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. If the connections are faulty,
no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound will be
unnatural and lack bass. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each of your components.
• Use RCA stereo cable for audio units except speakers.
Speakers A
CD player DVD player, etc.
Audio out
Audio out
GND
Audio out
Audio
out
Tuner
Audio out
Audio in
Audio
out
Turntable
Tape deck, etc.
CD recorder,
etc.
Speakers B
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• The PHONO jacks are designed to connect a turntable with an MM cartridge.
• Connect your turntable to the GND terminal to reduce noise in the signal. However, you may hear less noise without the connection to
the GND terminal for some turntable(s).
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CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
• The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR must be set to the appropriate position before connecting one or two speaker sets.
See page 5 for details.
• Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or do not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This could
damage this unit and/or the speakers.
• Do not connect this unit or other components to the main power until all connections between components are
complete.
■ Bi-wire connection
1 Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) of
insulation from the end of each speaker
cable and twist the exposed wires of the
cable together to prevent short circuits.
10 mm (3/8 in)
The bi-wire connection separates the woofer from the
combined midrange and tweeter section. A bi-wire
compatible speaker has four binding post terminals. These
two sets of terminals allow the speaker to be split into two
independent sections. With these connections, the mid and
high frequency drivers are connected to one set of
terminals and the low frequency driver to another set of
terminals.
This unit
PREPARATION
2 Connect the speaker cable.
1 Unscrew the knob.
2 Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side
of each terminal.
3 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
■ Connecting via banana plug
(Except for Asia, Korea, U.K. and Europe
models)
First, tighten the knob and then insert the banana plug into
the end of the corresponding terminal.
Banana plug
Speaker
Connect the other speaker to the other set of terminals in
the same way.
CAUTION
When making bi-wire connections, set the IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR switch to HIGH or LOW depending on the
impedance of your speakers:
6 Ω or higher: HIGH
4 Ω or higher: LOW
See page 5 for IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch.
Note
When making bi-wire connections, remove the shorting bridges
or cables on the speaker.
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To use the bi-wire connections, switch the SPEAKERS selector
to the A+B position.
Note
One or two speaker sets can be connected to this unit.
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CONNECTIONS
Connecting the supplied power cable
■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Asia and General models only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit
must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging
the supplied power cable into the wall outlet.
Improper setting of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR may
cause damage to this unit and create a potential fire
hazard.
Rotate the VOLTAGE SELECTOR clockwise or
counterclockwise to the correct position using a straight
slot screwdriver.
Voltages are as follows:
Asia model..........................AC 220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz
General model ......AC 110/120/220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz
To the wall outlet with the
supplied power cable
(Asia and General models)
■ AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)
U.K. and Australia models ..................................... 1 outlet
Korea model .............................................................. None
Other models ........................................................ 2 outlets
Use these outlets to connect the power cables from your
other components to this unit. The power to the AC
OUTLET(S) is controlled by POWER on the front panel
of this unit (or on the remote control). The outlet(s) supply
power to any connected component whenever the power
of this unit is turned on. For information on the maximum
power (total power consumption of components), see
“SPECIFICATIONS” on page 15.
Note
Do not connect components with a built-in amplifier, such as a
subwoofer, etc.
■ Connecting the supplied power cable
Plug the supplied power cable into the AC IN on the rear
panel of this unit and then, plug the power cable into the
wall outlet after all other connections are complete.
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