Yamaha CRX-M5 User Manual

UCAB

CRX-M5

CD Changer Receiver

Ampli-Tuner/CD

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

6A A unit and cart combination should be

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit

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.

WARNING

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

IMPORT ANT!

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 Instructions – All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.

2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future reference.

3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other

instructions should be followed.

5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used

near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.

6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with

a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.

8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its

9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat

10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a

11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should

12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as
13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should

14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so

15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be

16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the

17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located
18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be

moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the unit and cart
combination to overturn.

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the unit should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that
may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings.

sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
that produce heat.

power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the unit.

be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
unit.

recommended by the manufacturer.

be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.

that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled
into the inside of the unit.

serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been

damaged; or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into

the unit; or

C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet

damaged.

unit beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

away from power lines.

taken so that the grounding or polarization is not
defeated.

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19 For U.S. customers only:

Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is
connected to this unit, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CA TV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

FCC INFORMA TION (for US customers only)

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

MAST

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC

– NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)

English

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.

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.

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 Y amaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.

We W ant 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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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS • Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses.

• Remote control transmitter

• Télécommande

CLOCK

POWER TIMER SET

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

231

MEMORY

PRESET

PGM

TUNER CD

12345

67890

REC/

REC/

PAUSE

MUTECDSYNC

/

TAPE

MD

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

–+

TUNING

/

+10

• Batteries (size AAA, UM/SEM-4, R7, HP-8)

• Piles (format AAA, UM/SEM-4, R7, HP-8)

• AM loop antenna

• Cadre-antenne AM

• Indoor FM antenna

• Antenne intérieure FM

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FRONT PANEL
PANNEAU AVANT

English

VOLUME

REAR PANEL
PANNEAU ARRIERE

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

INPUT

FM/AM

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

6 MIN. /SPEAKER

R L

++––

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

115 V
230 V

L

R

6 MIN. /HAUT-PARLEUR

AC OUTLET

UNSWITCHED

100W MAX.

AUX/MD

IN INOUT OUT

TAPE

A

SUBWOOFERSPEAKERS

OUT

BC D

L

R

FM GND AM

75

UNBAL

ANTENNA

DIGITAL OUT

CD

OPTICAL

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

TAPE

MD

(General model)
(Modèle général)

55

DISPLAY
PANNEAU D’AFFICHAGE

1

REMAIN
PROGRAM

2

REPEAT

3

CH TRACK

1ALLDISC EDIT BA

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
TELECOMMANDE

TOTAL

SYNC.

PTY TP RT CT TUNED STEREORDS

MEMORY

SLEEP AI

MUTE

TIMER

REC

RANDOM

KHz
MHz

For U.K. and Europe models
Modèles pour l’Europe et le R.-U.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

/

PTY RTRDS

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PRESET

PGM

TUNER CD

12345

67890

REC/

REC/

PAUSE

MUTECDSYNC

/

TAPE

MD

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

CLOCK

TUNING

231

/

+10

–+

For U.S.A., Canada, Australia, Singapore, and General
models
Modèles pour les Etats-Unis, le Canada, l’Australie,
Singapour et modèles général

POWER TIMER SET

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

REC/

PAUSE

MUTECDSYNC

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

PRESET

TUNER CD

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

/

+10

–+

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ENGLISH

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For
the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product.

FEATURES

The System

• Minimum RMS Output power per channel

15 W + 15 W (6Ω 1KHz 0.1% THD)

• Maxmum POWER

20 W + 20 W (6Ω 1KHz 10% THD)

• Full Operation Remote control

• Multi-Use Timer/Sleep Timer

• 2 External Audio Component Connecting
capability

• SUBWOOFER Output Terminal Which
Passes Low Frequencies Only

• Optical Digital Output

Tuner

• 30 station Random Access Preset Tuning

• Multi-Functions for RDS Broadcast
Reception (U.K. and Europe models only)

Compact Disc Player

• 3-Disc CD changer

• Random Access Programmable Play

• Random-Sequence Play

• Single Disc/All Discs Repeat Play

• Automatic Synchronized Recording Using
the MDX-M5 or KX-M5

• Automatic CD Editing Function for
Recording to the KX-M5

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CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 2

NAMES OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS, AND

INDICATORS....................................................... 3

GETTING ST ARTED

Connecting the system ................................... 4

Connecting other components ........................ 5

Preparing the remote control transmitter ........ 6

Setting the clock.............................................. 7

Turning on/off the unit ..................................... 8

Selecting the input source............................... 8

Adjusting the volume....................................... 8

COMP ACT DISC PLAYER OPERATIONS

CD playback.................................................... 9

Selecting the time display ............................. 10

Random-sequence play ................................ 11

Repeat play ................................................... 11

Program play................................................. 12

TUNER OPERA TIONS

Listening to the radio..................................... 13

Presetting stations ........................................ 14

RECEIVING RDS ST A TIONS (U.K. and Europe
models only)

What is RDS? ............................................... 15

Receiving RDS data...................................... 15

Locating a station by PTY

(Program Type).............................................. 17

USING THE BUILT -IN TIMER

Before using the timer ................................... 18

Timer play ..................................................... 18

Timer recording radio programs using

the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.................................. 19

Checking the timer setting............................. 20

Sleep timer operation.................................... 21

OPERA TING

Listening to the MDX-M5 or KX-M5 .............. 22

RECORDING USING THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

Before recording............................................ 23

CD synchronized recording........................... 23

Automatic CD edit recording for the KX-M5 .. 24

Manual recording .......................................... 25

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CD preventive care ....................................... 26

Troubleshooting............................................. 26

Specifications................................................ 28

THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

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PRECAUTIONS: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTIONS

•

To assure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.

• Install your unit in good ventilation, a cool, dry, clean

place – away from windows, heat sources, vibration,
dust, moisture, or cold. To avoid humming sounds,
locate the unit away from other electrical appliances,
motors, and transformers. To prevent fire or electrical
shock, do not expose to rain and water.

• (U.K., Europe, and Singapore models only)

Be sure to allow at least 30 cm combined ventilation
space at the top, both of left and right, and back side
of the unit.

• Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat,

possibly causing damage.

• Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the

set, contact your dealer.

• Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords.

• Always set the VOLUME control to minimum before

starting an audio source play: increase the volume
gradually to an appropriate level after play has
started.

• When not planning to use this unit for long periods of

time (i.e.., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power
plug from the wall outlet.

• Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be

taken so that the grounding or polarization of the unit
is not defeated.

• Do not clean the unit with chemical solvents; this

might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

• Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section

on common operating errors before concluding that
your unit is faulty.

• Do not place another component on top of this unit, as

damage or discoloration on the surface of the unit
may result.

• To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power

cord from the wall outlet during an electrical storm.

• When disconnecting the power cord from the wall

outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.

• Do not plug the AC power plug to the wall outlet

before you finish all connections.

• The voltage to be used must be the same as that

specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher
voltage than that which is specified is dangerous and
may result in a fire or other type of accident causing
damage. Y AMAHA will not be held responsible for any
damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage
other than that which is specified.

• The sound level at a given volume setting depends on

speaker location and other factors. Care should be
taken to avoid exposure to sudden high levels of
sound, which may occur when turning on the unit with
the volume control setting at high, and to continuous
high levels of sound.

• Sudden temperature changes and storage or

operation in an extremely humid environment may
cause condensation inside the cabinet.

• Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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

CAUTION FOR CARRYING THE UNIT

Before carrying the unit, first remove all discs
from the unit, press STANDBY/ON to turn the unit
off, then disconnect the AC power plug from the
wall outlet.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULL Y
INSERT.

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

DANGER

Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This compact disc player is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT label is located
on the rear exterior.
(U.K., Europe, Singapore,
Australia, and General
models only.)

Laser component in this product is capable of
emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

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NAMES OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS

FRONT PANEL (see the illustration on page 55)

1 STANDBY/ON switch (8)
2 RANDOM button (11)
3 TIME/RDS button (10, 15)
4 REPEAT/PTY button (11, 17)
5 EDIT/RT button (24,16)
6 PROGRAM/MEMORY button (12, 14)
7 Display
8 FM/AM button (13)
9 INPUT button (8)
! VOLUME control (8)

REAR PANEL (see the illustration on page 55)

1 SPEAKERS terminals (4)
2 AUX/MD IN jacks (5)
3 AUX/MD OUT jacks (5)
4 TAPE IN jacks (5)
5 TAPE OUT jacks (5)
6 FM antenna terminal (4)
7 AM antenna terminals (4)
8 AC power cord (4)

DISPLAY (see the illustration on page 66)

1 DISC indicator (9)
2 REMAIN indicator (10)
3 PROGRAM indicator (12)
4 REPEAT 1/DISC/ALL DISC indicator (11)
5 TOTAL indicator (10)
6 SYNC. indicator (23)

U.K. and Europe models only

7 RDS indicator (15)
8 PTY indicator (15)
9 TP indicator (16)
! RT indicator (16)
" CT indicator (16)

English

" Remote control sensor (7)
# DISC 1 – 3 ) (open/close) buttons (9)
$ Disc tray (9)
% DISC SELECT button (9)
& 4/¢ (skip)/1/¡ (search)/PRESET //?

buttons (10, 14)

( 7 (stop)/TUNING/PRESET button (9, 13)
) 6 (play/pause) button (9)
~ PHONES jack (8)

(RDS, PTY, and RT functions work on U.K. and Europe
models only.)

9 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (2) (General model

only)

! AC OUTLET (4) (U.S.A., Canada, Europe, General,

and Singapore models only)

" SUBWOOFER OUT jack (4)
# DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (5)
$ SYSTEM CONNECTOR MD jack (5)
% SYSTEM CONNECTOR TAPE jack (5)

# TUNED indicator (13)
$ MEMORY indicator (14)
% STEREO indicator (13)
& SLEEP indicator (21)
( TIMER indicator (18)
) REC indicator (19)
~ AI indicator (19)
+ RANDOM indicator (11)
, TRACK/CH indicator (10,14)

- # (play) indicator (9)

. 8 (pause) indicator (9)
/ EDIT A/B indicator (24)
: Multi information display
; MUTE indicator (8)

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER (see the illustration on page 66)

1 TIMER button (18)
2 CT button (16) (U.K. and Europe models only)
3 POWER
4 TIME/RDS button (10, 15)
5 REP(repeat)/PTY button (11, 17)
6 FM/AM button (13)
7 ST/MONO button (13)
8 PGM/MEMORY button (12, 14)
9 4/¢ (skip)/1/¡ (search)/

PRESET //? buttons (10, 14)

! Operation buttons for cassette deck
" Operation buttons for MD deck
# INPUT button (8)

button (8)

/

$ SLEEP button (21)
% CLOCK button (7)
& SET button (7)
( EDIT/RT button (24, 16)
) TUNING //? buttons (13)
~ DISC 1– 3 buttons (9)
+ 6 (play/pause) button (9)
, 7 (stop) button (9)

- Number buttons (10)

. CD SYNC button (23)
/ + 10 button (10)
: VOLUME +/– buttons (8)
; MUTE button (8)

(RDS, PTY, and RT functions work on U.K. and Europe
models only.)

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GETTING STARTED

Connecting the system

Never plug the AC power cord to the wall outlet until all connections are completed.

Follow the steps as shown below to connect the system using the supplied cords and accessories.

FM antenna

3

AM loop antenna

2

Right speaker

1

–

+

To wall outlet

8 MIN. /SPEAKER

8 MIN. /HAUT-PARLEUR

R L

++––

4

1 Connect the speakers.

Connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKERS
terminals so that the polarity of the speaker cables
is correct.
Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to
prevent noise.

+

–

AUX/MD

IN INOUT OUT

L

R

OUT

TAPE

A

SUBWOOFERSPEAKERS

BC D

L

R

FM GND AM

75

UNBAL

ANTENNA

DIGITAL OUT

CD

OPTICAL

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

3 Connect the FM antenna.

FM
75

UNBAL

TAPE

Left speaker

–

+

MD

2 Connect the AM antenna.

Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.

GND AM

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4 Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

To connect the subwoofer (optional)

You can reinforce the bass frequencies by adding a
subwoofer (optional).
Connect the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal of the unit to
the INPUT terminal of the subwoofer amplifier, and
connect the speaker terminals of the subwoofer
amplifier to the subwoofer.
With some subwoofers, the amplifier and subwoofer are
in the same unit.

AC outlet (U.S.A., Canada, Europe, General,
Singapore models only)

You can connect the AC power plug of the other
component up to 100W power. It is convenient to
connect the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

Playing CDsGetting Started

GETTING STARTED

Connecting other components

To enhance your system, you can connect other components. Refer to the instructions of each component.

Connecting the KX-M5 (cassette deck) or MDX-M5 (MD deck)

1 Connect A to A, and B to B (for connecting the KX-M5), C to C, and D to D (for connecting the MDX-M5)

using the audio connecting cords.
Insert the plugs into the jacks of the same color.

• The audio connecting cords are the same, so you can connect A, B, C, or D using either cord.

2 Connect the unit and the KX-M5 or MDX-M5 with the system cable.

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3 (MDX-M5 only)

Connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack of the unit and
the DIGITAL IN jack on the MDX-M5 with the optical fiber cable.

Note for digital connection

• Take off the covers of the optical fiber cable plug,
the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack, and the
DIGITAL IN jack before digital connection.

• Be sure to replace the terminal’s cover when the
terminal on the rear panel is not being used, in
order to protect from dust.

AUX/MD

IN OUT

C D

L

R

1

KX-M5

LINE

LINE

OUT

IN

A B

This unit

8 MIN. /SPEAKER

R L++––

3

L

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

R

R

8 MIN. /HAUT-PARLEUR

OPTICAL

AUX/MD

IN INOUT OUT

L

OUT

DIGITAL OUT

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

2

LINE

LINE

OUT

IN

A

1

B

L

R

TAPE

FM AM GND

A

BC D

75

UNBAL

L

R

ANTENNA

DIGITAL OUT

SYSTEM

SUBWOOFERSPEAKERS

CONNECTOR

CD

TAPE

MD

OPTICAL

IN OUT

A

TAPE

B

L

R

1

SYSTEM

CD

CONNECTOR

TAPE

2

MD

1

LINE
OUT

C

LINE

OPTICAL

IN

IN

3

OUT

D

L

LINE

LINE

OUT

IN

C D

DIGITAL

R

L

OPTICAL

R

IN OUT

CONNECTOR

SYSTEM

MDX-M5

2

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

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GETTING STARTED

Connecting the external antennas

To improve the reception, connect the external
antennas instead of the supplied antennas.

AM antenna

Use a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet) insulated wire to
connect to the AM antenna terminal and leave the
supplied AM loop antenna connected.

Insulated wire
(not supplied)

Ground wire
(not supplied)

Important

When connecting an outdoor antenna, be sure to
connect a ground wire also to protect against lightning.
Be careful not to connect the ground wire to a gas pipe
to prevent a gas explosion.

GND AM

Preparing the r emote

control transmitter

Loading the batteries for the remote control
transmitter

1 Remove the battery compartment cover.

2 Insert 2 AAA size batteries into the battery

compartment.

–

+

+

–

FM antenna

Connect the external antenna.

FM

75

UNBAL

75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)

To enjoy synchro play or timer play

You can enjoy synchro recording (see page 23) or the
timer function (see page 18) by connecting the MDX­M5 or KX-M5 to the system with the system cable. For
details, refer to the instructions supplied with the MDX­M5 or KX-M5.

3 Replace the battery compartment cover.

Battery replacement

If you find that the remote control transmitter must be
used closer to the main unit than usual, the batteries
are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

• Use only AAA batteries for replacement.

• Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside
the battery compartment.)

• Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will
not be used for an extended period of time.

• If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly
before installing new batteries.

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Playing CDsGetting Started

GETTING STARTED

Remote control transmitter operation range

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

Remote control
sensor

30°

30°

Notes

• There should be no large obstacles between the
remote control transmitter and the main unit.

• If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by
strong lighting (especially an inverter type of
fluorescent lamp etc.), it might cause the remote
control transmitter not to work correctly . In this case,
reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting.

INPUT

FM/AM

DISC SELECT

MEMORY

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)

Setting the clock

You must set the clock before you can use the timer
functions. The clock is based on a 24-hour system for
the U.K., Europe, Australia, Singapore, and General
models, and a 12-hour system for U.S.A and Canada
models.
You can set the clock while in standby mode.

POWER TIMER SET

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

CLOCKCT

TUNING

231

1 Press CLOCK for more than two seconds.

2 Press TUNING //? to set the hour, then press

SET.

CLOCK

SET
TUNING //?

/

English

Note

• This manual describes how to operate this unit by using
the remote control transmitter mainly. To operate the
unit from the front panel, use the corresponding buttons
on the front panel (see page 3).

3 Press TUNING //? to set the minute, then press

SET.

The clock starts.

To display the clock

Press CLOCK.
The current time appears for three seconds, then the
normal display returns.

Note

• In the event of a power failure or when the AC power cord is
disconnected for more than three seconds, you must reset
the clock.

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GETTING STARTED

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

TAPE

MD

67890

REC/

PAUSE

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

+10

/

–+

Turning on/off the unit

STANDBY/ON

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

POWER TIMER SET

CT

/

PTY RTRDS

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

CLOCK

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

TUNING

231

After connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet,
press the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel or
POWER on the remote to turn on/off the unit.

INPUT

FM/AM

POWER

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

Adjusting the volume

VOLUME

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

Front panel operation

Turn the VOLUME control to the right to increase, and
to the left to decrease the volume.

INPUT

FM/AM

TUNING/PRESET

VOLUME +/–
MUTE

PHONES

Selecting the input source

67890

REC/

REC/

PAUSE

MUTECDSYNC

/

TAPE

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

To listen to the MDX-M5

Press INPUT on the remote repeatedly until “AUX/MD”
appears in the display.

To listen to the KX-M5

Press INPUT on the remote repeatedly until “TAPE”
appears in the display.

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+10

MD

–+

INPUT

Remote control operation

Press VOLUME + to increase, and VOLUME – to
decrease the volume.

To mute the sound

Press MUTE.
The MUTE indicator appears in the display and the unit
set the volume level to minimum.
To return to the previous volume level, press MUTE
again.

Connecting the headphones

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
When you connect the headphones to the PHONES
jack, there is no sound from the speakers.
You can adjust the volume level by using the
VOLUME control on the front panel or VOLUME +/–
on the remote.

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COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATIONS

s

CD playback

You can play a CD and also play up to three CDs
continuously.

67DISC 1 – 3 )

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

DISC SELECT

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

CLOCK

TUNING

231

MD

–+

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

/

+10

INPUT

FM/AM

DISC 1 – 3

6

7

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

2 Press the selected disc’s DISC ) button to close

the disc tray.
To insert other CDs, follow the same procedure.

3 Press DISC SELECT to select the CD you want to

play.

Light up in red when the tray contains a disc

1
2
3

Selected CD number

You can select the CD directly by pressing
DISC 1 – 3. In this case, the unit starts play from
the selected CD automatically.

4 Press 6 to start playback.

The unit starts playback from the selected CD. The
empty trays are skipped.

To stop playback completely

Press 7.

To stop playback temporarily

Press 6.
To resume play, press 6 again.

To eject CDs

Press DISC 1 ), DISC 2 ), or DISC 3 ) to open the
disc tray, and remove the CD from the tray.

English

To play CDs

1 Press DISC 1 ), DISC 2 ), or DISC 3 ) to open

the disc tray, and place a CD on the tray.

Notes

• You can change the CD by pressing the DISC ) you want
to change during playback another disc.

• If you select another source by pressing INPUT, the unit
stops playback automatically.

One Touch play

You can switch to the CD from another source by
pressing 6 or RANDOM.
In this case, the unit plays the disc which is played last.

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COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATIONS

POWER TIMER SET

TUNING

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

TUNER CD

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

CLOCK

TAPE

MD

CT

PTY RTRDS

/

231

12345

67890

TIME REP EDIT

PGM

PRESET

/

REC/

PAUSE

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

+10

/

–+

To play a specific track on the disc

Direct play

Select a desired track using the number button.
(Example: To select 35, press +10 three times so that
“3 –” appears in the display, then press 5.)

1
2
3

TRACK

Selected track number

The unit starts playback.

Skip play

• To skip to a succeeding track, press ¢ once or
repeatedly until the desired track number appears.

• To skip to the beginning of the current track, press
4 once.

• To skip to a preceding track, press 4 once or
repeatedly until the desired track number appears.

Notes

• You cannot enter a number that is higher than the last track
number on the disc.

• These operations can also be performed when the unit is in
the pause or stop mode.

• During stop mode, if ¢ or 4 is pressed and held, the
track number successively changes to higher numbers (or
lower numbers).

• When you change the disc, before you use the ¢ or 4
button, press 6 to make the unit read the information of
the disc.

Selecting the time display

You can select any of the three time displays by
pressing TIME.

TIME

Each time you press TIME during play or pause, the
display changes as follows:

To advance or reverse playback rapidly
(Manual Search)

During playback, press and hold ¡ to advance
playback rapidly, and 1 to reverse playback rapidly.
The sound can be heard (although slightly garbled)
during manual search in either direction. This is
convenient for locating a precise position within a track,
or for reviewing the contents quickly.

Note

• Manual search can also be performed during pause, though
no sound will be heard.

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The CD tray which contains a CD

The selected disc

1
2
3

TRACK

Elapsed time of the track now playing

1

REMAIN

2
3

TRACK

Remaining time of the track now playing

1

REMAIN TOTAL

2
3

TRACK

Total remaining time on the disc

NORMAL DISPLAY

EACH REMAIN

TOTAL REMAIN

Random-sequence play

POWER TIMER SET

TUNING

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

TUNER CD

CLOCKCT

PTY RTRDS

/

231

12345

67890

TIME REP EDIT

PGM

PRESET

/

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COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATIONS

English

Repeat play

The unit can play all the tracks on a selected disc in a
random sequence selected by the unit’s
microcomputer.

RANDOM

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

DISC SELECT

POWER TIMER SET

/

PTY RTRDS

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PRESET

PGM

TUNER CD

12345

67890

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

CLOCKCT

TUNING

231

/

INPUT

FM/AM

DISC 1 – 3

7

7

VOLUME

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

1 Press DISC 1 – 3 or DISC SELECT to select the

CD you want to play.

2 Press RANDOM.

“RANDOM” appears in the display.
The unit starts random sequence play.

To cancel random-sequence play mode

Press 7 or RANDOM.
“RANDOM” disappears from the display.

Notes

• This feature will not function during programming, or
during programmed play.

• If ¢ is pressed during random-sequence play, the
next randomly programmed track will be played.
If 4 is pressed, play will return to the beginning of
the current track.

• Total remaining time on the disc will not be displayed
during random-sequence play.

You can play any desired track or disc, or all discs
repeatedly.

REP

Press REP to select the repeat mode.
Each time you press REP, the display changes as
follows:

REPEAT OFF

1
2
3

REPEAT 1

TRACK

1
2
3

REPEAT 1 DISC

TRACK

1
2
3

REPEAT ALLDISC

TRACK

REPEAT 1

REPEAT 1 DISC

REPEAT ALL DISC

REPEAT 1

The current track is played repeatedly.

REPEAT 1 DISC

The current disc is played repeatedly.
* In random-sequence play mode, all randomly

sequenced tracks are played repeatedly in the
different order.

REPEAT ALL DISC

All tracks on all discs are played repeatedly.

T o cancel repeat play mode

Press REP successively until “REPEAT” disappears
from the display.

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COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATIONS

Program play

By creating a program, you can enjoy listening to your
favorite discs or tracks in any desired order. As many
as 20 tracks can be programmed in sequence.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

+10

–+

DISC 1 – 3

7

/

6
4/¢

PGM

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program more discs and

tracks. You can select the same track again.

6 Press 6 to start program play.

To stop program play mode

Press 7.

Notes

• When you change to program play mode from another play
mode, press 7 and PGM (“PROGRAM” appears in the
display), then press 6 to start program play.

• You cannot program a track that is not included in a disc.

• ¢ or 4 can be used during program play to skip to
tracks within the program.

To check program data

1. Press 7 to stop program play.

2. Press PGM. Each time you press this button, the

disc and track number and the program number
are displayed in the order of the program.

To change program data

1 Press 7 to stop the unit.
2 Press PGM.

“PROGRAM” appears in the display.

3 Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the disc you want to

program.

1
2

PROGRAM

3

TRACK

Selected disc

4 Press the number button of the desired track, then

press PGM.

1
2

PROGRAM

3

TRACK

Program number for the track

Programmed track number

You can select the track by pressing ¢ or 4
repeatedly until the desired track number appears
in the display, then press PGM.

1. Follow the preceding procedure described in “To

check program data.”

2. Display the track number to be corrected by

pressing PGM.

3. Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the desired disc, and

press the number button of the desired track. The
previously programmed track will be cleared from
memory and the new one will be programmed.

4. When you are finished, press PGM.

T o delete all program data

• Press 7 during stop in program play mode

• press POWER to turn the unit off

• Press INPUT to select other source

• Press DISC 1 – 3 ) to open the disc tray.

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TUNER OPERATIONS

Listening to the radio

You can find radio stations automatically, if station
signals are strong and there is no interference.
However, if signals of the desired station signal is
weak, you must tune to it manually.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

+10

–+

TUNING / /?

/

FM/AM

INPUT

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

Automatic tuning

4 The unit starts searching for a station.

TUNED STEREO

CH

MHz

Station frequency

When the unit finds a station, the unit stops
searching and “TUNED” appears in the display.

5 If the located station is not the desired one, repeat

steps 3 and 4 until your desired station is heard.

Notes

• If automatic tuning search does not find the desired station,
try manual tuning as described below.

• When an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength
is received, “STEREO” appears in the display and you can
listen to stereo sound.

Manual tuning

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 described in “Automatic

tuning.”

2 Press TUNING / (for a higher frequency) or ? (for

a lower frequency) to select your desired station.

• Each time you press TUNING
frequency changes step by step.

Note

• If an FM program is noisy, press ST/MONO so that
”STEREO” disappears from the display. There will be no
stereo effect, but the reception will improve. Press this
button again to restore the stereo effect.

/ or ?, the

English

1 Press INPUT so that the frequency of the radio

station appears in the display.

2 Press FM/AM to select the reception band.

STEREO

CH

MHz

Selected band

3 Press and hold TUNING / (for a higher frequency)

or ? (for a lower frequency) for more than 2
seconds, then release the button.

One touch play

You can switch from another source to the radio just by
pressing FM/AM. In this case, the unit tunes to the last
received station.

Using the //? buttons on the front
panel

The //? buttons on the front panel work as the
TUNING //? buttons or PRESET //? buttons. To
change a part, press TUNING/PRESET on the front
panel. Each time you press TUNING/PRESET, the item
changes.

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TUNER OPERATIONS

Presetting stations

The unit can preset station frequencies selected by
Automatic tuning or Manual tuning. With this function,
you can select any desired station by pressing the
corresponding preset station number. Up to 30 stations
can be stored.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

+10

–+

PRESET //?

/

MEMORY

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

3 Within 5 seconds, use the number buttons to select

a desired preset number.
(Example: To select 25, press +10 twice so that
“2 –” appears in the display, then press 5.)

TUNED STEREO

MEMORY

CH

MHz

Selected preset number

You can also select a preset number by using
PRESET //?.

4 Press MEMORY.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 until all desired stations are

preset.

Notes

• A new setting can be preset in place of the previous one.

• The preset stations are retained when you disconnect the
AC power cord or a power failure occurs.

To recall a preset station

To preset stations

1 Tune in a desired station.

(Refer to the previous page for the tuning
procedure.)

2 Press MEMORY.

TUNED STEREO

MEMORY

CH

The frequency to preset

Preset number flashes.

MHz

1 Press FM/AM to select the desired band.
2 Press the number button to select a desired preset

number.

You can also select a preset number by using
PRESET //?.

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Playing CDsGetting Started

RECEIVING RDS STATIONS (U.K. and Europe models only)

What is RDS?

RDS (Radio Data System) is a data transmission
system gradually being introduced by FM stations in
many countries. Stations using this system transmit an
inaudible stream of data in addition to the normal radio
signal.
RDS data contains various information, such as
Program Identification (PI), Program Service name
(PS), Program Type (PTY), Traffic Program (TP),
Radio Text (RT), Clock Time (CT), etc. The unit is
compatible with the RDS system for PS, PTY, TP, RT,
and CT.

Note

• RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned to is
not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal
strength is weak.

• Some FM stations do not offer RDS service. Of those that
do, not all provide the same types of services. Check with
your local radio stations for details on RDS services in your
area.

Receiving RDS data

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

CLOCK

TUNING

231

MD

–+

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

/

+10

CT
RDS

RT
PTY

To search the station with RDS data

1 Press FM/AM so that “FM” appears in the display.
2 Press RDS.
3 Within 5 seconds (during flashing “RDS” in the

display), press / (for higher frequency) or ? (for
lower frequency).
The unit starts searching.

4 The unit stops searching when the unit find the

station with RDS data, and Program Service Name
appears and RDS lights up in the display.

RDS

PS (Program Service name) mode

If the unit cannot find the station with RDS data, the
unit stops searching and “NO PROG” appears in
the display.

PTY (Program Type) mode

The type of program on the station being received is
displayed.
In this mode, you can locate a station which is
broadcasting your selected program type. For details,
see page 17.

1 Search the desired FM station with PS data (see

“To search the station with RDS data” on this
page).

2 Press RDS repeatedly so that “RDS” and “PTY”

flash in the display.

PTYRDS

PTY (Program Type)

after 5 seconds

RDS

English

If the station does not have PTY data, the Program
Service name appears in the display.

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RECEIVING RDS STATIONS (U.K. and Europe models only)

TP (Traffic Program) mode

You can search the station which broadcasts the traffic
information.

1 Press FM/AM so that “FM” appears in the display.
2 Press RDS repeatedly so that “RDS” and “TP”

flash in the display.

TPRDS

3. Within 5 seconds, press TUNING / or ? to start

searching for a station which has TP data.

4. When the unit finds a station which has TP data, it

stops searching and the Program Service name
appears and “RDS” and “TP” lights up in the
display.
When the unit cannot find a station which has TP
data, “NO PROG” appears in the display, then the
frequency or Program Service name appears in the
display.

CT (Clock Time) mode

The current time is displayed. The CT data from the
station being received changes every minute.
In this mode, the unit can correct the time of the built-in
clock automatically by synchronizing it with CT data.

1 Search the desired FM station with PS data (see

“To search the station with RDS data” on page 15).

2 Press CT.

“CT” and the current time appear in the display.

CT

Current time

Note

• The CT data from the station is transferred every minute.
Therefore it takes up to 1 minute until the current time

appears, then press CT again to display the current time.

If the station does not have CT data, “NO CT” appears
in the display, then the Program Service name or
frequency appears in the display.

RT (Radio Text) mode

Information about the program (such as title of the
song, name of the singer, etc.) on the RDS station
being received is displayed.

1 Search the desired FM station with PS data (see

“To search the station with RDS data” on page 15).

2 When the station broadcasts RT data, “RDS” and

“RT” appears in the display.

RTRDS

3 Press RT.

RT data appears in the display.
If the station does not have RT data, “NO TEXT”
appears in the display, then the Program Service
name appears in the display.

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RECEIVING RDS STATIONS (U.K. and Europe models only)

Locating a station by PTY

(Program Type)

You can locate a desired station by selecting a
program type. The unit tunes into the type of programs
currently being broadcast from the RDS stations.

List of PTY (Program Type)

NEWS

Short accounts of facts, events, and publicly expressed
views.

AFFAIRS

Topical programs expanding or enlarging upon the
news, generally in a different presentation style or
concept, including documentary debate, or analysis.

INFO

Programs whose purpose is to impart advice in the
widest sense, including meteorological reports and
forecasts, consumer affairs, medical help, etc.

SPORT

Programs concerned with any aspect of sport.

EDUCATE

Programs intended primarily to educate, such as “How
to” programs, college credit programs, etc.

DRAMA

All radio plays and serials.

CULTURE

Programs concerned with any aspect of national or
regional culture, including religious affairs, philosophy,
social science, language, theatre, etc.

SCIENCE

Programs about the natural sciences and technology.

VARIED

Used mainly for speech-based programs usually of
light-entertainment nature, not covered by the above
categories. Examples are quizzes, panel games,
personality interviews, comedy, and satire.

POP M

Commercial music of current popular appeal, often
featured in current or recent record sales charts.

ROCK M

Contemporary modern music, usually written and
performed by young musicians.

M O R M

(Middle of the Road Music) “Easy-listening,” as
opposed to Pop, Rock, or Classical. Music in this
category is often vocal, and usually of short duration
(less than 5 min).

LIGHT M

Classical Music for general, rather than specialist
appreciation. Examples of music in this category are
instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.

CLASSICS

Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies,
Opera, chamber music, etc.

OTHER M

Musical styles not fitting into any of the above
categories for example: Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Folk,
Country, and Reggae.

To locate a station

1 Search the desired FM station with PS data (see

“To search the station with RDS data” on page 15).

2 Press RDS repeatedly so that “RDS” and “PTY”

flash in the display.

PTYRDS

3 Within 5 seconds, press PTY repeatedly until the

desired program type appears in the display.

PTYRDS

Program type

4 Within 5 seconds, press TUNING / (for a higher

frequency) or ? (for a lower frequency) to start
searching for the station which is broadcasting the
selected program type.

5 If a station broadcasting the selected program type

is found, the units stops searching and the
Program Service name appears in the display.

6 Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4 until the desired station is

located.

If there is no station broadcasting the program
type you select, “NO PROG” appears in the
display, then the Program Service name or
frequency appears in the display.

English

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USING THE BUILT-IN TIMER

Before using the timer

1 Make sure the clock of the unit is correct (for

setting the clock, see page 7).

2 If you want to use the MDX-M5 or KX-M5 for timer

play, you must first make the connections as
shown in “Connecting other components” on page

5. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with
the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

Timer play

By using the built-in timer, you can have the unit turn
on at a specified time and begin play of a tape, CD, or
radio automatically. You can also specify the turn off
time.

POWER

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

CLOCK

TUNING

231

MD

–+

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

/

+10

TIMER
SET

TUNING //?

1 Prepare the source to be played.

For tuner

Tune in to the station you will listen to.

For CD player

Insert the desired disc into the unit. If more than
one disc is inserted into the unit, select the disc by
pressing DISC SELECT.

For the MDX-M5 or KX-M5

Insert the desired MD or tape into the selected
unit. For details, refer to the instructions supplied
with the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

2 Press and hold TIMER for more than 2 seconds.

TIMER

3 Set the time to start play.

Press TUNING //? repeatedly to select the hour,
then press SET.

TIMER

4 Press TUNING //? repeatedly to select the

minute, then press SET.

TIMER

5 Set the hour and minute to stop play in the same

way as shown above if needed.

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USING THE BUILT-IN TIMER

6 Press TUNING //? repeatedly to select the timer

play mode.
Each time you press TUNING //?, the timer play
mode changes as follows:

PLAY AI REC

• When you select “PLAY” mode

Normal timer play mode is set.
In this mode, set the volume level for timer
play manually.

• When you select “AI” mode

The AI timer mode is set.
In this mode, the volume level for timer play
is set to VOL 18 automatically. When
the unit turns on, the volume level increases
gradually from VOL 18 to VOL 41.
If you press another button while the volume
level is gradually increasing, the volume stops
increasing .

• When you select “REC” mode

This mode is for timer recording. See “Timer
recording radio programs using the MDX-M5
or KX-M5” on this page.

Timer recording radio

programs using

the MDX-M5 or KX-M5

By using the built-in timer, you can record radio
programs automatically on the MDX-M5 or KX-M5. For
details on recordings, refer to the instructions supplied
with the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

/

+10

–+

SET
TUNING //?

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

English

7 Press SET.
8 Press TUNING //? repeatedly so that the desired

source appears in the display.
Each time you press TUNING //?, the source
changes as follows:

TUNER CD TAPE AUX/MD

9 • When you select CD, TAPE, or AUX/MD in

step 8 above

Press SET.

• When you select TUNER in step 8 above
Press SET twice.

If you select “PLAY” mode in step 6, set the level
of volume by pressing TUNING //?, then press
SET.

10 Press POWER to turn off the unit.

The unit is in standby mode for timer play.

To cancel timer play

Press TIMER so that “TIMER” disappears from the
display.

1 Load a blank tape into the KX-M5 or a blank MD

into the MDX-M5.

2 Follow steps 1 to 5 on “Timer play” of the previous

page.

3 Press TUNING //? repeatedly so that “REC”

appears in the display, then press SET.

TIMER

REC

4 Press SET again after checking the frequency. If

you want to record from another station, before
pressing SET, press TUNING //? to select the
desired radio station (see page 13), then press
SET.

(Continued)

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USING THE BUILT-IN TIMER

5 Press TUNING //? repeatedly to select the

source to be recorded, then press SET.

TIMER

REC

or

TIMER

REC

6 Press TUNING //? repeatedly to set the volume

level to VOL MIN, then press SET.

7 Press POWER to turn off the unit .

The unit is in standby mode for timer recording.

To cancel timer recording

Press TIMER so that “TIMER” disappears from the
display.

Note

• When you record a radio program on an MD, analog sound
is recorded. In this case, set the input mode of the MDX-M5
to the analog input mode.

Checking timer setting

When the timer settings are complete, you can check
them.

1 Press TIMER so that “TIMER” appears in the

display.

2 The timer settings appear in the display in the

following order:

Time to turn on

Time to turn off

Selected timer mode

Source to play
(PLAY or AI)

or

Source to be recorded
(REC)

Source to record
(REC)

Volume level
(PLAY or REC)

Normal display

To change the timer setting

Press TIMER more than 2 seconds, and reset the timer
(see page 18 and 19).

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Playing CDsGetting Started

USING THE BUILT-IN TIMER

Sleep timer operation

The unit can be turned off automatically.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

CLOCK

TUNING

231

/

+10

MD

–+

SLEEP

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

To cancel sleep timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly so that “SLEEP” disappears
from the display.

To change the sleep time

While “SLEEP” appears in the display, press SLEEP
repeatedly until the desired time appears in the display.

Using the timer operation and the
sleep timer at the same time

1 Prepare the timer operation (see pages 18 and 19).

• Do not turn off the unit after setting the time.

2 Set the sleep timer by pressing SLEEP.

Note

• Do not prepare the timer setting so that the timer will start
during sleep timer operation. Since sleep timer operation
has priority, the timer will not work.

English

1 Play the desired sound source.
2 Press SLEEP.

SLEEP

“SLEEP” and “90” (remaining time before the unit
turns off – sleep time) appear in the display.

3 Press SLEEP repeatedly until the desired sleep

time appears in the display.
Each time you press SLEEP, the sleep time
changes as follows:

90 80 70 …… 10 SLEEP OFF

About 3 seconds after setting, the normal display
will resume.

4 The unit will turn off automatically when the

selected sleep time passes.

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USING THE BUILT-IN TIMER

POWER TIMER SET

TUNING

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

TUNER CD

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

CLOCK

TAPE

MD

CT

PTY RTRDS

/

231

12345

67890

TIME REP EDIT

PGM

PRESET

/

REC/

PAUSE

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

+10

/

–+

OPERATING THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

Listening to the

MDX-M5 or KX-M5

When you listen to the MDX-M5 or KX-M5, you must
first make the connections as shown in “Connecting
other components” on page 5. For details, refer to the
instructions supplied with the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

+10

–+

/

VOLUME +/–
INPUT

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

To operate the MDX-M5 or KX-M5
with the remote control transmitter of
the unit

You can operate the MDX-M5 or KX-M5 using the
remote control transmitter of the unit. The buttons that
can be used are:

Buttons for operation
of the KX-M5

3:

To playback

2:

To playback bottom side

7:

To stop playback

1/¡:

To search, fast- forward,
and rewind

REC/PAUSE:

To record

REC MUTE:

To make the non­recorded portion

Buttons for operation
of the MDX-M5

3:

To playback

8:

To pause playback

7:

for stop playback

4/¢:

To skip or search

1 Press INPUT repeatedly to select the desired

source.

or

2 Play the source.
3 Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume to the

Note

• You can switch to the desired source directly from another

desired level.

source by pressing MD 3 or TAPE 2/3.

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Playing CDsGetting Started

RECORDING USING THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

Before recording

When you record by using the MDX-M5 or KX-M5, you
must first make the connections as shown in
“Connecting other components” on page 5. For details,
refer to the instructions supplied with the MDX-M5 or
KX-M5.

CD synchronized recording

You can record a CD on a MD or tape by pressing just
one button when you connect the MDX-M5 or KX-M5.

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

RANDOM TIME REPEAT EDIT PROGRAM

RDS PTY RT

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

REC/

PAUSE

MUTECDSYNC

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

PRESET

TUNER CD

TAPE

MD

MEMORY

DISC SELECT

FM/AM

4/¢

231

/

+10

–+

INPUT

TUNING/PRESET

PHONES

7

DISC 1 – 3

7

4/¢

CD SYNC

4 Press 4/¢ repeatedly to select the recording

source (TAPE or MD).

5 Press CD SYNC.

The unit starts CD play from the beginning of a disc
and the MDX-M5 or KX-M5 starts recording
automatically.

6 Each unit stops automatically when recording is

finished.

Notes

• If you select MD in step 4, the digital signal is recorded
automatically. For details, refer to the instructions of the
MDX-M5.

• When you press INPUT to set the unit MD mode, if you
press CD SYNC, the KX-M5 starts recording the MD source.
Be careful.

To stop CD synchronized recording

Press 7 (TUNER CD).

To record from the desired track using
CD synchronized recording

Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the disc which contains the
desired track and press 7 after playing for several
seconds, then press 4/¢ repeatedly to select the
desired track before pressing CD SYNC in step 3
above.

To record a program of tracks using CD
synchronized recording

Before pressing CD SYNC in step 3 above:

1. Program the CD tracks you want to record (see

page 12).

2. Press PGM so that “PROGRAM” appears in the

display.

English

1 Insert the desired CD into the unit, and load the

blank MD into the MDX-M5 or blank tape into the
KX-M5.

• When you use the cassette deck, set the
cassette deck to forward direct and reverse
mode (see the instructions of the cassette deck).

2 Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the desired CD, then

press 7 after playing for several seconds.

3 Press CD SYNC while both units are in stop mode.

The recording source appears in the display.

3. Press CD SYNC.

To record tracks programmed by
Automatic CD edit using CD
synchronized recording

Program the tracks by using the Automatic CD edit
function (see the next page) before pressing CD SYNC
in step 3 above.

Notes

• When the MD or tape becomes full before the end of
recording, each unit stops.

• Adjusting the VOLUME control has no effect on the
recording level.

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RECORDING USING THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

Automatic CD edit

recording on the KX-M5

By specifying the total possible recording time of the
tape, the unit programs tracks or helps you to program
tracks so they will fit onto the tape with the least
amount of unrecorded space remaining at each end of
the tape.

POWER TIMER SET

CT

PTY RTRDS

PRESET

TUNER CD

REC/

MUTECDSYNC

TAPE

MD

CLOCK

TUNING

231

–+

EDIT
DISC 1 – 3

7

/

4/¢

+10

CD SYNC

/

TIME REP EDIT

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

PGM

12345

67890

REC/

PAUSE

/

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

6 The unit starts programming.

After 3 seconds

1

REMAIN

2

PROGRAM

3

TRACK

The track number
to be recorded last
on side A

1

REMAIN
PROGRAM

2
3

TRACK

The track number
to be recorded last
on side B

1
2

PROGRAM

3

TRACK

The track number
to be recorded last
on side B

1
2

PROGRAM

3

TRACK

EDIT A

Remaining time of side A

After 3 seconds

EDIT B

Remaining time of side B

After 3 seconds

TOTAL

EDIT

Total recording time

After 3 seconds

EDIT

1 Insert the desired disc into the unit, and load a

blank tape into the KX-M5.

2 Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the desired CD, then

press 7 after playing for several seconds.

3 Set the KX-M5 to forward direct and reverse mode

(see instruction of the KX-M5).

4 Press EDIT.

“C–46” appears in the display.

5 Press EDIT repeatedly to select the length of tape

to be used.
Each time you press EDIT, the length of tape
changes as follows:

C-46 C-50 C-54 C-60 C-74

C-120 C-100 C-90

The unit and the tape deck are ready for
recording.

7 Press CD SYNC.

The recording unit appears.

8 Press 4/¢ repeatedly to select “CD → TAPE”
9 Press CD SYNC.

The unit starts play the CD and the KX-M5 starts
recording automatically.

10 Each unit stops automatically when the recording is

finished.

Note

• If you select “CD → MD” in step 8 above, you can record to
the MDX-M5 also.

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Playing CDsGetting Started

POWER TIMER SET

TUNING

FM/AM ST/MONO DISC

MEMORY

TUNER CD

INPUT SLEEP MUTE VOLUME

CLOCK

TAPE

MD

CT

PTY RTRDS

/

231

12345

67890

TIME REP EDIT

PGM

PRESET

/

REC/

PAUSE

REC/
MUTECDSYNC

+10

/

–+

RECORDING USING THE MDX-M5 OR KX-M5

To cancel Automatic CD edit recording

Press 7 (CRX-M5) while setting Automatic CD edit
recording.

To stop Automatic CD edit recording

Press 7 (CRX-M5).

Notes

• When the MD or tape becomes full before end of the
recording, each unit stops.

• Adjusting the VOLUME control has no effect on the
recording level.

English

Manual recording

You can record from the built-in tuner, CD, MDX-M5, or
KX-M5. You can use the MDX-M5 or KX-M5 for
recording manually. For recording operations, see the
instructions of each.

DISC 1 – 3

INPUT

1 Prepare the source to be recorded.

For tuner

Tune in to the station you will record.

For CD player

Insert the desired disc into the unit. If more than
one disc are inserted into the unit, select the disc
by pressing DISC 1 – 3.

For the MDX-M5 or KX-M5

Insert the desired MD or cassette tape into the
corresponding unit.

2 Press INPUT to select the source to be recorded

from.

3 Begin recording using the appropriate recording

operation of the selected unit.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CD preventive care

• This compact disc player is designed for playing
compact discs bearing the
attempt to load any other type of disc into the unit.
The unit will also play 8-cm (3-inch) compact discs.

• Compact discs are not subjected to wear during play,
but damage to the disc surface when the disc is
being handled can adversely affect the disc’s play.

• Do not use cleaning discs or warped discs. All of
these could damage the unit.

mark only. Never

To prevent a malfunction of this unit

• Do not use any non standard shaped CD (heart etc.)
available on the market, because it may damage the
unit.

• Do not use a CD with tape, seals, or paste on it,
because damage to the unit may result.

• Compact discs are not affected by small particles of
dust or fingerprints on their playing surface, but even
so they should be kept clean. Wipe by using a clean,
dry cloth. Do not wipe with a circular motion; wipe
straight outward from the center.

• Do not try to clean the disc’s surface by using any
type of disc cleaner, record spray, anti-static spray or
liquid, or any other chemical-based liquid, because
such substances might irreparably damage the disc’s
surface.

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high
temperature or high humidity for a long period of
time, because these might warp or otherwise damage
the disc.

No!

Troubleshooting

If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the
simple measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect
the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. When taking the service, the
MDX-M5 or KX-M5 may be needed. For details, contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.

SYMPTOM

The player does not switch ON when
the STANDBY/ON switch is pressed.

No sound from one speaker.
No sound from speakers.

No sound from an external unit

SYSTEM/TUNER

connected with this unit or play
does not begin.

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CAUSE

The AC power cord is not connected or
not completely connected.

Loose speaker connections.
Internal protection circuit is functioning.

Incorrect cord connections.

Input source selection is not proper.

REMEDY

Securely connect the power cord.

Connect properly.
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet,

and then plug in again.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem

persists, the cords may be defective.
Make a proper input source selection.

Playing CDsGetting Started

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SYMPTOM

Excessive static in FM broadcasts.

Noise increases during stereo
broadcasts.

Stereo broadcasts are noisy and
STEREO indicator blinks on and off.

Cannot select preset stations.
Buzzing or static during AM

broadcasts.

SYSTEM/TUNERCD PLAYER

AM broadcast sensitivity is poor.

Cannot set timer
The unit does not work normally.

Play does not begin.

Play is delayed, or begins at the
wrong place.

CD synchronized recording or
Automatic recording function
does not work.

Sound “skips.”

Sound “hums.”

CAUSE

Interference from starting motor of a nearby
car.

Interference from the thermostat of a
nearby electrical appliance.

Antenna input is too weak due to
obstructions or excessive distance from
the broadcasting station.

Insufficient antenna input.

Preset memory has been erased.
Interference from source such as lightning,

fluorescent lights, electric motors or
thermostat of nearby electrical appliance.

TV or microprocessor is being used nearby.
Radio signal is weak or the antenna is not

properly connected.

Current time is not set.
The internal microcomputer has been

frozen by an external electric shock
(lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.)
or the power supply with low voltage.

The disc is damaged.
There is moisture on the laser pickup.

The disc has been loaded upside down.
The disc is dirty.
The disc may be scratched or damaged.

The system cable is not connected
securely.

The unit is being subjected to vibrations
or impacts.

The disc is dirty.
Improper cable connections.

REMEDY

Position the FM antenna as high and as far
away from nearby roads as possible. Connect
using a coaxial cable.

Check the antenna connection.
Install a multi-element type FM antenna if possible.
Install an antenna appropriate for the electric

field strength of your area.
Reprogram memory presettings.
The problem is difficult to eliminate, but can be

lessened by grounding AM loop antenna.

Move away from TV or microprocessor.
Properly connect the AM loop antenna.
Change orientation of the AM loop antenna.
Install an external AM loop antenna.
Set current time.
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet,

and then plug in again after about one minute.

Check the disc carefully; replace it if necessary.
Wait 20 to 30 minutes after switching the unit

ON before trying to play a disc.
Reload the disc with the label side facing up.
Clean the disc.
Check the disc carefully; replace it if

necessary.
Connect the system cable properly.

Relocate the unit.

Clean the disc.
Securely connect the audio cables. If the

problem persists, the cables may be defective.

English

Noise from inside of the unit.
The remote control transmitter

does not work.

REMOTE CONTROL

TV functions strangely when the
remote control is being used.

The disc may be warped.
The batteries of the remote control

transmitter are too weak.
Remote control is too far away or is being

used at an incorrect angle.
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter

type of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is striking
the remote control sensor of the unit.

Remote control is being used near, TV
set with a remote control sensor.

Replace the disc.
Replace the batteries with new ones.

Use within 6 meters and 60 degree radius.

Change the position of the unit.

Relocate this unit away from the TV or cover
the TV’s remote control sensor.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Specifications

As a part of policy of continuous improvement, YAMAHA reserves the right to make design and specification changes
for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of
production.

Amplifier section

Minimum RMS Output power per channel

...................................... 15 W + 15 W (6Ω 1KHz 0.1% THD)

Maximum POWER (Singapore and General Models)

....................................... 20 W + 20 W (6Ω 1KHz 10% THD)

DIN Standard Output power per channel (U.K. and Europe

Models) ................................... 15 W + 15 W (6Ω 1KHz 0.7% THD)

Input sensitivity/Impedance

MD/AUX ...................................................... 400 mV/47 k-ohms

TAPE ...........................................................400 mV/47 k-ohms

Tuner section

Tuning range

FM

[U.S.A. and Canada models] ..................... 87.5 – 108.0 MHz

[U.K., Europe, Australia, Singapore, and General models]

................................................................ 87.5 – 108.00 MHz

AM

[U.S.A. and Canada models] .........................530 – 1720 kHz

[U.K., Europe, Australia, Singapore, and General models]

......................................................................522 – 1611 kHz

Sensitivity

FM (S/N 30dB) ................................................................ 10 dB

AM (S/N 20dB) ................................................................ 50 dB

CD player section

Type .................................................... 3 Discs automatic changer

D/A converter ................................................................... 1-bit DAC

Frequency response (20 – 2000 Hz) .................................... ±1 dB

Wow and flutter ......................................... Below measurable limits

Laser Diode Properties

• Material: GaAs

• Wavelength: 760 nm – 800 nm

• Emission Duration: continuous

• Laser Output: max. 40 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance of about

200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up
Block.

General

Power supply

[U.S.A. and Canada models].......................... AC 120 V, 60 Hz

[Australia model] ............................................ AC 240 V, 50 Hz

[U.K., Europe, and Singapore models]........... AC 230 V, 50 Hz

[General model].................................. AC 115/230 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

[U.S.A. and Canada models].......................................... 100 W

[Australia, U.K., Europe, Singapore, and General models]

...................................................................................... 90 W

Dimensions (W x H x D)......................................... 200 x 150 x 329

Weight .................................................................................... 5.0 kg

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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 wire in the 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
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.

may not correspond with the coloured

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