Yamaha A-S801 Owners Manual

Integrated Amplifier

Amplificateur Intégré

UBL

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.

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 cord 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 cord 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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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:

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.

When connecting this product to

3 NOTE: 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 CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

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 Corporation of America A/V Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620, USA.

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America A/V Division Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA

Telephone: 1-714-522-9011 Type of Equipment: Integrated Amplifier Model Name: A-S801 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including

interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

90620, USA

■ 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.

■ 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. Make 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. For proper ventilation, allow the following minimum clearances around this unit. Top: 30 cm (11-3/4 in) Rear: 20 cm (7-7/8 in) Sides: 20 cm (7-7/8 in)

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 object 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 an AC 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 AC 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

and outdoor antennas disconnected from an AC wall

outlet or this 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 AC wall outlet. 16 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on

common operating errors before concluding that this unit

is faulty.

17 Before moving this unit, press A (power) to set this unit

to standby mode, and then disconnect the AC power plug from the AC wall outlet.

18 Condensation will form when the surrounding

temperature changes suddenly. Disconnect the power cable from the outlet, then leave this unit alone.

19 When using this unit for a long time, this unit may

become warm. Turn the power off, then leave this unit alone for cooling.

20 Install this unit near the AC wall outlet and where the AC

power plug can be reached easily.

21 The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such

as sunshine, fire or the like.

22 Excessive sound pressure from earphones and

headphones can cause hearing loss.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the AC wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off by A. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This label is required to be attached to a product of which the temperature of the top cover may be hot during operation.

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CONTENTS

USEFUL FEATURES ................................... 1

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES.........................1

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS................. 2

Front panel ........................................................2

Rear panel .........................................................4

Remote control..................................................6

CONNECTIONS............................................9

PLAYBACK................................................. 11

Playing a source ............................................. 11

Adjusting to the desired sound....................... 12

PLAYBACK OF MUSIC FILES STORED

ON A PC (USB DAC)............................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING.............................. 15

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 18

Connecting speakers and source components...9

Connecting power cable..................................10

About this manual

• y indicates a tip for your operation.

• Depending on the model, there are some countries/regions where it may not be sold.

USEFUL FEATURES

This unit allows you to:

◆ USB DAC function corresponding to DSD native playback (see page 13)

◆ Enjoy the highest sound quality of compact discs by using the CD direct function (see page 12)

◆ Enjoy pure, high fidelity sound by using the Pure Direct function (see page 12)

◆ Save power by using AUTO POWER STANDBY switch (see page 4)

◆ Use the remote control of this unit to operate a Yamaha tuner and/or CD player (see page 7)

◆ Boost bass sounds by connecting a subwoofer (see page 9)

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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Please check that you received all of the following parts.

Remote control Batteries (x2)

(AA, R6, UM-3)

Power cable

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Front panel

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

1 A (power) switch

Turns on and off the power of this unit.

Note

Even when this unit is turned off, this unit consumes a small amount of power.

2 Power indicator

Indicator Status

Brightly lit The power of this unit is “on”.

Dimly lit

Off The power of this unit is “off”.

This unit is in “standby” mode. For details on the “standby” mode, see page 6.

3 Remote control sensor

Receives infrared signals from the remote control.

4 PHONES jack

Connect your headphones.

5 SPEAKERS selector

Selector position

OFF Both sets of speakers are off.

A or B

A+B BI-WIRING Both sets of speakers are on.

Speaker status

The set of speakers connected to the A or B terminals is on.

6 BASS control

Increases or decreases the low frequency response. The 0 position produces a flat response. Control range: –10 dB to +10 dB

7 TREBLE control

Increases or decreases the high frequency response. The 0 position produces a flat response. Control range: –10 dB to +10 dB

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

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8 BALANCE control

Adjusts the sound output balance of the left and right speakers to compensate for sound imbalances.

Note

If you rotate the BALANCE control to the end of L (left) or R (right), the opposite side of channel is muted.

9 LOUDNESS control

Retain a full tonal range at any volume level (see page 12).

0 INPUT selector and indicators

Selects the input source you want to listen to. The input source indicators light up when the corresponding input sources are selected.

The input source names correspond to the names of the connection jacks on the rear panel.

A VOLUME control

Increases or decreases the sound output level.

B USB DAC Indicators

Lights up when PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) or DSD (Direct Stream Digital) digital audio signals are input to a USB terminal of this unit (see page 14).

C CD DIRECT AMP button and indicator

Reproduces CD sound in the highest signal quality (see page 12). The indicator above it lights up when this function is turned on.

D PURE DIRECT button and indicator

Reproduces any input source in the purest sound possible (see page 12). The indicator above it lights up when this function is turned on.

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Rear panel

1 CD input jacks

Used to connect a CD player (see page 9).

2 PHONO jacks and GND terminal

Used to connect a turntable that uses an MM cartridge, and to ground the terminal (see page 9).

3 Audio input/output jacks

Used to connect external components, such as a tuner, etc (see page 9).

4 DIGITAL (OPTICAL) jack

Used to connect a component with a digital optical output (see page 9).

5 DIGITAL (COAXIAL) jack

Used to connect a component with a digital coaxial output (see page 9).

6 DIGITAL (USB) jack (Type B)

Used to connect a PC (see page 13).

7 DC OUT jack

For supplying power to a Yamaha AV accessory. For details on connections, refer to the instruction manual of the AV accessory.

8 SPEAKERS A/B terminals

Used to connect one or two speaker sets (see page 9).

9 SUBWOOFER OUT jack

Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (see page 9).

The SUBWOOFER OUT jack attenuates signals over 90 Hz.

0 AUTO POWER STANDBY switch

OFF

Switch

position

The unit enters standby mode automatically if not operated for 8 hours.

The unit does not enter standby mode automatically.

Status

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

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A IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch

CAUTION

Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch while the power is turned on, as doing so may damage the unit. If the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be fully slid to either position, remove the power cable and slide the switch all the way to either position. Select the switch position according to the impedance of the speakers.

Speaker

connection

SPEAKERS A or SPEAKERS B

SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B

Bi-wiring

Speaker

impedance

6 Ω or higher 8 Ω or higher (Asia model only)

4 Ω or higher LOW

12 Ω or higher (U.K. model only) 16 Ω or higher (Asia model only)

8 Ω or higher LOW

6 Ω or higher 8 Ω or higher (Asia model only)

4Ω or higher LOW

HIGH

Switch

position

B AC IN

Used to connect the supplied power cable to an AC wall outlet (see page 10).

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

Remote control

1 Infrared signal transmitter

Sends infrared signals.

2 A AMP

Turns this unit on, or sets it to standby mode.

3 OPEN/CLOSE

Opens/closes the disc tray of the Yamaha CD player. Refer to the owner’s manual of your CD player for

details.

Note

Even when using a Yamaha CD player, certain components and features may not be available.

4 A CD

Turns the Yamaha CD player on, or sets it to standby mode. Refer to the owner’s manual of your CD player

for details.

Note

Even when using a Yamaha CD player, certain components and features may not be available.

5 CD DIRECT AMP

Reproduces CD sound in the highest signal quality (see page 12).

6 Input selector buttons

Selects the input source you want to listen to.

The input source names correspond to the names of the connection jacks on the rear panel.

7 VOLUME +/–

Increases or decreases the sound output level.

8 MUTE

Reduces the current volume level by approximately 20 dB. Press again to restore the audio output to the previous volume level. Pressing the VOLUME +/– also cancels muting. The input indicator on the front panel for the current input source blinks while the output is muted.

9 PURE DIRECT

Reproduces any input source in the purest sound possible (see page 12).

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

0 Yamaha tuner control buttons

The following buttons can be used to control various functions of a Yamaha tuner. Refer to your component’s owner’s manual for more information.

BAND

Selects the reception band (FM/AM).

TUNING jj / ii

Selects the tuning frequency.

MEMORY

Stores the current FM/AM station as a preset.

PRESET j / i

Selects a preset FM/AM station.

Note

Even when using a Yamaha tuner, certain components and features may not be available.

A Yamaha CD player control buttons

The following buttons can be used to control a Yamaha CD player. Refer to your component’s owner’s manual for more information.

w Rewinds playback f Fast-forwards playback e Pauses playback b Skips backward a Skips forward p Starts playback s Stops playback

Note

Even when using a Yamaha CD player, certain components and features may not be available.

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

■ Installing batteries ■ Operation range

Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on this unit and remain within the operating range shown below.

Approximately

6 m

AA, R6, UM-3 batteries

■ Notes on remote control and batteries

• The area between the remote control and this unit must be clear of large obstacles.

• Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the remote control.

• Be careful not to drop the remote control.

• Do not leave or store the remote control in the following conditions: – places of high humidity, such as near a bathroom – places of high temperatures, such as near a heater or stove – places of extremely low temperatures – dusty places

• Change all batteries if you notice the operation range of the remote control narrows.

• If the batteries run out, immediately remove them from the remote control to prevent an explosion or acid leak.

• If you find leaking batteries, discard the batteries immediately, taking care not to touch the leaked material. If the leaked material comes into contact with your skin or gets into your eyes or mouth, rinse it away immediately and consult a doctor. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

• Do not use old batteries together with new ones. This may shorten the life of the new batteries or cause old batteries to leak.

• Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Batteries that look the same may have a different specification.

• Dispose of batteries according to your regional regulations.

• Keep the batteries in a location out of reach of children. Batteries can be dangerous if a child were to put in his or her mouth.

• If you plan not to use this unit for a long period of time, remove the batteries from this unit. Otherwise, the batteries will wear out, possibly resulting in a leakage of battery liquid that may damage this unit.

(20 ft)

Remote control

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CONNECTIONS

Connecting speakers and source components

Make sure to connect 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. Refer to the owner’s manual for each of your components. Make sure to use RCA cables, optical cable or USB cables to connect audio components.

CAUTION

Do not connect this unit or other components to the main power until all connections between components are complete.

Speakers A

LeftRight

Audio

out

Turntable

GND

DVD player,

etc.

Audio

out

Audio

out

Tuner

TV, etc.

Audio

out

BD player, etc.

Audio

out

Audio

out

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Audio

out

CD player

Only PCM signals can be input to the DIGITAL (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jacks of this unit. For details on the supported PCM signals, see page 18.

Audio

out

Audio

etc.

Audio

CD recorder,

etc.

Audio

out

SubwooferTape deck,

Speakers B

LeftRight

• The PHONO jacks are designed for connecting a turntable with an MM cartridge.

• Connect your turntable to the GND terminal to reduce noise in the signal. However, for some turntables, you may hear less noise without the GND connection.

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CONNECTIONS

■ REC jacks

• The audio signals are not output via the LINE 2 REC or LINE 3 REC output jacks when LINE 2 or LINE 3 is selected with the INPUT selector.

• The VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls and the CD DIRECT function (or the PURE DIRECT function) have no effect on the source being recorded.

■ Connecting speaker cables

1 Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) of insulation

from the end of each speaker cable.

2 Twist the bare wires of the cable firmly together. 3 Unscrew the knob. 4 Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side of each

terminal.

5 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.

10 mm (3/8 in)

Red: positive (+)

Black: negative (–)

CAUTION

• Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch according to the impedance of the speakers to be connected (see page 5).

• Do not let bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/ or the speakers.

■ Connecting via banana plug

(North America, China and Australia models only)

1 Tighten the knob. 2 Insert the banana plug into the end of the

corresponding terminal.

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Speaker

Connect the other speaker to the other set of terminals in the same way.

Note

When making bi-wire connections, remove the shorting bridges or cables on the speaker. Refer to the speakers’ instruction manuals for more information.

To use the bi-wire connections, set the SPEAKERS selector on the front panel to the A+B BI-WIRING position.

Connecting power cable

Plug the power cable into the AC IN inlet when all connections are complete, and then plug in the power cable to the AC outlet.

To the AC wall outlet

Banana plug

■ Bi-wire connection

In the case of speakers supporting the bi-wiring connection, the tweeter/midrange unit and woofer of the speakers can be driven independently through connections shown in the following figure, allowing you to enjoy clear mid- and high-range sounds.

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PLAYBACK

Playing a source

SPEAKERS VOLUME

A AMP

Input selector

buttons

VOLUME +/–

4 Rotate the SPEAKERS selector on the front

panel to select SPEAKERS A, B or A+B BIWIRING.

Set the SPEAKERS selector to the A+B BI-WIRING position when two sets of speakers are connected using bi-wire connections, or when using two sets of speakers simultaneously (A and B).

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5 Play the selected input source.

6 Rotate the VOLUME control on the front

INPUTA

panel (or press VOLUME +/– on the remote control) to adjust the sound output level.

You can adjust to the desired sound by using the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, the CD DIRECT AMP button, or the PURE DIRECT button on the front panel.

7 When finished listening, press A (power)

switch on the front panel outward to turn off this unit.

If A AMP on the remote control is pressed while the A (power) switch on the front panel is in the on position, this unit enters standby mode. Press A AMP again to turn this unit on.

1 Rotate the VOLUME control on the front

panel fully counter-clockwise so as not to play sounds loud suddenly.

2 Press A (power) switch on the front panel

inward to turn on this unit.

3 Rotate the INPUT selector on the front panel

(or press one of the Input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the input source you want to listen to.

The indicator for the selected input source lights up.

If you want to play back the music stored on your PC, select USB as the input source (see page 13).

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PLAYBACK

Adjusting to the desired sound

VOLUMELOUDNESS

CD DIRECT

AMP

■ Making it easier to hear the high- and

low-frequency ranges even at low volume (LOUDNESS)

Enjoy natural sound even at low volume by lowering the mid-range sound level and compensating for the human ears’ loss of sensitivity to high- and low-frequency ranges at low volume.

CAUTION

If the CD DIRECT AMP function (or the PURE DIRECT function) is turned on with the LOUDNESS control set at a certain level, the input signals bypass the loudness control, resulting in a sudden increase in the sound output level. To prevent your ears or the speakers from being damaged, be sure to press the CD DIRECT AMP button (or the PURE DIRECT button) AFTER lowering the

sound output level or AFTER checking that the LOUDNESS control is properly set.

1 Set the LOUDNESS control to the FLAT

position.

2 Rotate the VOLUME control on the front

panel (or press VOLUME +/– on the remote control) to set the sound output level to the loudest listening level that you would listen to.

PURE

DIRECT

■ Reproducing pure, high fidelity sound (PURE DIRECT)

When the PURE DIRECT function is on, noise can be reduced by bypassing the circuit that the audio input signal is not using and stopping the power supply to the circuit. Therefore, in all input sources, you can enjoy music playback in straight and high quality sound. The indicator above the PURE DIRECT button lights up when this function is turned on.

Note

The BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls do not function while the PURE DIRECT function is turned on.

■ Reproducing CD sound with the highest sound quality (CD DIRECT AMP)

When selecting the input source other than CD, if you press the CD DIRECT AMP button, the input source switches to CD.

CD Direct Amp feature

Stop power supply to the unnecessary circuit for CD playback, convert the input signal to the normal phase and reverse phase, and balance transfer to the electronic volume. With the following effects, a more faithful sound to the original will be provided.

• improved signal-to-noise ratio

• external noise canceling

• reduced distortion

Notes

• The BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls do

not function while the CD DIRECT AMP function is turned on.

• Be sure to connect the CD player to the CD input jacks if you

use the CD direct function.

• The CD DIRECT AMP function is turned off if the following

operation is performed. – Select an input source other than CD for the INPUT selector. – The PURE DIRECT function is turned on.

3 Rotate the LOUDNESS control

counterclockwise until the desired volume is obtained.

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PLAYBACK OF MUSIC FILES STORED ON A PC (USB DAC)

When a PC is connected to the DIGITAL (USB) jack of this unit, the unit functions as a USB DAC, enabling music files stored on the PC to be played.

Rear panel

USB cable (Type B)

■ Supported operating systems

The USB connection with this unit is for PCs with the following operating systems: Windows: Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)/

Windows 8 (32 bit/64 bit)/ Windows 8.1 (32 bit/64 bit)

Mac: OS X 10.6.8/10.7.x/10.8.x/10.9.x

Notes

• Operations with other operating systems are not guaranteed.

• Operations may be disabled even with the above-mentioned operating systems, depending on the configuration or environment of the PC.

• Operations may not be executed correctly if the PC is connected to this unit before the driver is installed.

■ Installing the dedicated driver

Before connecting a PC to this unit, install the dedicated driver on the PC.

1 Access the following URL, download the

dedicated “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver,” then extract and execute the file.

Website for downloading the exclusive driver URL: http://download.yamaha.com/

2 Install the downloaded “Yamaha Steinberg

USB Driver” on the PC.

For details, refer to the Installation Guide supplied with the downloaded driver.

3 When installation is complete, quit all

running applications.

4 Set the audio output destination of the

computer to “Yamaha USB DAC” With Windows OS:

Control Panel ➝ Hardware and Sound ➝ Sound ➝ [Playback] tab

With Mac OS:

System Preferences ➝ Sound ➝ [Output] tab The setting may vary, depending on the operating

system. For details, consult the manufacturer of your PC.

Transmittable sampling frequencies are as follows: PCM: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/176.4 kHz/192 kHz/

352.8 kHz/384 kHz

DSD: 2.8224 MHz/5.6448 MHz

Notes

• Operations may not be executed correctly if the PC is connected to this unit before the driver is installed.

• The “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver” is subject to change without prior notice. For details and the latest information, refer to the download page for the driver.

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PLAYBACK OF MUSIC FILES STORED ON A PC (USB DAC)

■ Playing back music files stored on the PC

A INPUT

USB DAC indicators

A AMP

6 Operate the PC to start playback of music

files.

When the music signal input from the PC to the unit, the USB DAC indicator on the front panel lights up in accordance with the sampling frequency of the song being played.

Indicator Frequency

× 1 44.1/48 kHz

PCM

DSD

× 2 88.2/96 kHz

× 4 176.4/192 kHz

× 8 352.8/384 kHz

× 1 2.8224 MHz

× 2 5.6448 MHz

USB

1 Connect the PC to this unit, using a USB

cable.

2 Turn on the PC .

3 Press A (power) switch on the front panel

inward to turn on this unit.

4 Rotate the INPUT selector on the front panel

(or press one of the Input selector buttons on the remote control) to select the USB.

5 Set the audio output destination of the PC to

“Yamaha USB DAC” With Windows OS:

Control Panel ➝ Hardware and Sound ➝ Sound ➝ [Playback] tab

With Mac OS:

System Preferences ➝ Sound ➝ [Output] tab The setting may vary, depending on the operating

system. For details, consult the manufacturer of your PC.

■ Adjusting the sound volume

To obtain higher sound quality, set the sound volume at the PC to the maximum, and gradually increase the volume at this unit from the minimum to your desired level.

Notes

• Do not disconnect the USB cable, turn off the unit, or change the input while playback on a PC connected via the USB cable is in progress. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• To mute operation sounds of the PC during music playback, change the setting on the PC.

• If music files cannot be played correctly, restart the computer and perform the mentioned procedure again.

• The music files stored on a PC cannot be controlled from this unit or the remote control of this unit. Operate them on the PC.

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Refer to the chart below if this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off this unit, disconnect the power cable, and then contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.

Problem Cause Remedy

This unit fails to turn on.

This unit turns off suddenly and the power indicator blinks.

No sound. Sound is muted. Press MUTE on the remote control or rotate the

The power cable is not connected or the plug is not completely inserted.

The A AMP is pressed on the remote control while this unit is turned off.

The impedance setting of the connected speaker is too small.

The protection circuitry has been activated because of a short circuit, etc.

There is a problem with the internal circuitries of this unit.

The speaker wires are touching each other or shorting out against the rear panel.

The speaker is malfunctioning. Replace the speaker set and press the A (power)

The protection circuitry has been activated because of excessive input or excessive volume level.

The protection circuitry has been activated due to excessive internal temperature.

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch is not fully slid to either position.

The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch is not set to the correct position.

This unit has been exposed to a strong external electric shock (such as lightning or strong static electricity).

There is a problem with the internal circuitries of this unit.

Incorrect cable connections. Connect the stereo cable for audio units and the

Connect the power cable firmly.

Press A (power) switch on the front panel to on.

Use speaker(s) with proper speaker impedance.

Check that the speaker wires are not touching each other and then turn the power of this unit back on.

Disconnect the power cable and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.

Connect the speaker cables properly and press the A (power) switch again. The INPUT indicators blink and the volume is decreased to the lowest setting automatically, then the INPUT indicators stop flashing and the last input source selected lights up. Confirm normal sound output from speakers by increasing the volume gradually.

switch again. The INPUT indicators blink and the volume is decreased to the lowest setting automatically, then the INPUT indicators stop flashing and the last input source selected lights up. Confirm normal sound from speakers by increasing the volume gradually.

Rotate the VOLUME control on the front panel to decrease the volume level and then turn the power on again.

Allow about 30 minutes for the temperature inside this unit to decrease, rotate the VOLUME control on the front panel to lower the volume and then turn the power on again. Set the unit in a place where heat can readily dissipate from the unit.

Turn the power off and slide the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch all the way to the correct position.

Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch to the position that corresponds to the impedance of your speakers.

Turn off this unit, disconnect the power cable, plug it back in after 30 seconds, then use the unit normally.

Disconnect the power cable and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.

VOLUME control.

speaker wires properly. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective.

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Problem Cause Remedy

No sound. Playback has been stopped on the

The sound suddenly goes off.

Only the speaker on one side can be heard.

There is a lack of bass and no ambience.

A “humming” sound can be heard.

The volume level cannot be increased, or the sound is distorted.

The sound is degraded when listening with headphones connected to a CD player connected to this unit.

The sound level is low.

The volume level is low while playing a record.

Using the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls does not affect the sound.

connected component.

No appropriate input source has been selected.

The SPEAKERS selector is not set properly.

The output audio source setting on the connected component is not PCM.

The automatic power down function has activated.

Incorrect cable connections. Connect the cables properly. If the problem persists,

Incorrect setting for the BALANCE control.

The + and – wires are connected in reverse at the amplifier or the speakers.

Incorrect cable connections. Connect the audio plugs firmly. If the problem

No connection from the turntable to the GND terminal.

The component connected to the LINE 2 REC or LINE 3 REC jacks of this unit is turned off.

This unit is turned off or is in standby mode.

Sound is muted. Press MUTE on the remote control or rotate the

The loudness control function is operating.

The turntable is connected to the jacks other than the PHONO jacks.

The record is being played on a turntable with an MC cartridge.

The CD DIRECT function or the PURE DIRECT function is turned on.

Turn the component on and start playback.

Select an appropriate input source with the INPUT selector on the front panel (or one of the Input selector buttons on the remote control).

Set the corresponding SPEAKERS selector to A, B or A+B BI-WIRING position.

Only PCM audio sources can be played via the DIGITAL (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jacks of this unit. Set the output audio source of the connected component to PCM.

Confirm that there are no other issues causing this problem, and then turn this unit on again. To turn off the AUTO POWER STANDBY function, set the AUTO POWER STANDBY switch to OFF on the rear panel.

the cables may be defective.

Set the BALANCE control to the appropriate position.

Connect the speaker wires to the correct + and – phase.

persists, the cables may be defective.

Make the GND connection between the turntable and this unit.

Turn on the power of the component.

Turn on the power of this unit.

VOLUME control.

Turn down the volume, set the LOUDNESS control to the FLAT position, and then adjust the volume again.

Connect the turntable to the PHONO jacks.

Use a turntable equipped with an MM cartridge.

The CD DIRECT function or the PURE DIRECT function must be turned off to use those controls.

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