Yamaha GX-700VCD Owner Manual

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MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM GX–700

AUTO REVERSE CASSETTE DECK

DISC 1DISC 2DISC 3DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

PRESET/TUNING/BAND A/B/C/D/E

VOLUME

DOWN UP

PROGRAM

B.BOOST

MUSIC

PUSH OPEN

DOLBY B NR

DIRECTION

INPUTINPUT

STANDBY/ON

OWNER’S MANUAL

Unpacking ● After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.

●

DISC 1DISC 2DISC

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● Main unit

●

3–DISC VCD CHANGER

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MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM GX–700VCD

AUTO REVERSE CASSETTE DECK

DOLBY B NR

DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

PRESET/TUNING/BAND A/B/C/D/E

VOLUME

DOWN UP

PROGRAM

B.BOOST

MUSIC

INPUTINPUT

STANDBY/ON

DIRECTION

● Front speakers

●

● Remote control

●

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6677889 0

AB

TIME PROG R. TIMECEDIT

MODE REPEAT

RANDOM

DISC SKIP

DIGEST

KARAOKE

INTRO

REC/PAUSE

CENTER

/

REAR/DELAY

TEST

PROGRAM

KEY/ECHO

LEVEL

INPUT

POWER

SLEEP

/I

● Batteries (size AA, UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7)

●

● Mounting brackets

●

5

PRESET

D

E

+

I0

TUNER

TUNER

/

VCD

CD

SELECTRETURNTIME INDEX

DIRECTION

TAPE

BASS

MUSIC

BOOST

VOLUME

● Center speaker

●

● Rear speakers

●

● Speaker cords

●

22

2

● Screws

●

● Pads

●

● AM loop antenna

●

● Indoor FM antenna

●

Setting this system

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English

20 cm

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1 cm 1 cm

20 cm20 cm

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20 cm 20 cm

20 cm

20 cm

20 cm

Set this system allowing enough spaces around and behind the main unit to assure good ventilation. Be sure not to place
another unit or any object on top of the main unit to prevent the ventilation holes from being obstructed. Otherwise, it may
cause fire or damage to the main unit.

Note

When placing the speakers apart from the main unit, be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm (3-15/16”) above,
behind and on both sides of the main unit. If the main unit is put in a rack, the front of it must be fully opened.

*

The values must be applied to China and Singapore models only.

*

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Front panel

1

2
3

4

5

6
7

8
9

0
A
B

3–DISC VCD CHANGER

STANDBY TIMER

PHONES

1 MIC 2

DISC 1DISC 2DISC

3

DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

C,

PRESET/TUNING/BAND A/B/C/D/E

D,

VOLUME

DOWN UP

E,

F

G
H

PROGRAM

B.BOOST

MUSIC

INPUTINPUT

I,

RANDOM

TREBLEBASS

MIC MIXING

MAX

MIN

KARAOKE

REC/PAUSEDOLBY NR

REPEAT TIME

MIN

HOUR

AUTO/MANUAL

MEMORY

TIMER

TIME ADJ

DISPLAYMODE

J,

K
L

STANDBY/ON

M
N

44

4

AUTO REVERSE CASSETTE DECK

DOLBY B NR

DIRECTION

a

Amplifier/tuner

1 Display

2 Remote control sensor

3 TIMER

4 STANDBY [p. 12]

5 B. BOOST [p. 32]

6 PROGRAM [p. 35]

7 KARAOKE [p. 37]

8 PHONES [p. 33]

CD/Video CD player

O Disc tray

9 MIC (1, 2) [p. 37]

0 BASS/TREBLE [p. 32]

A MIC MIXING [p. 37]

B Front cover

C / [p. 21, 22]
D A/B/C/D/E [p. 22]

E PRESET/TUNING/BAND

[p. 21]

F V OLUME [p. 32]
G MUSIC [p. 33]

R OPEN/CLOSE [p. 12]

H INPUT( / ) [p. 12, 21, 25, 31]

TUNER → TAPE → VCD/CD

↑

AUX/MD ← VCR ← VIDEO

↑

I HOUR [p. 9, 39]
J MIN [p. 9, 39]
K DISPLAY [p. 9, 39]
L MEMORY [p. 22, 23]

TIME ADJ [p. 9]

M STANDBY/ON

[p. 10]

N AUTO/MANUAL [p. 21]

TIMER [p. 39]

V RANDOM [p. 17]

[p. 12]

P DISC (1, 2, 3) [p. 13]
Q DISC CHANGE [p. 14]

Tape deck

Y Tray

[p. 25]

Z MODE [p. 25]

S ( )/ ( )

[p. 14, 19]

T / [p. 12]
U [p. 12]

[ [p. 25]
\ DIRECTION [p. 25]
] ( )/ ( ) [p. 26]

W TIME [p. 17]
X REPEAT [p. 16]

` [p. 25]
a [p. 25]
b REC/PAUSE [p. 27]
c DOLBY NR [P. 24, 27]

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5

Remote control

1

2

3

4

5
6
7

8

9

112233445

6677889 0

RANDOM

TUNER

VCD

DIGEST

TAPE

BASS

PROGRAM

BOOST

INPUT

VOLUME

D

/

AB

TIME PROG R. TIMECEDIT

MODE REPEAT

DISC SKIP

KARAOKE

INTRO

REC/PAUSE

CENTER

/

REAR/DELAY

TEST

KEY/ECHO

LEVEL

POWER

SLEEP

/I

PRESET

+

TUNER

CD

SELECTRETURNTIME INDEX

DIRECTION

MUSIC

5

112233445

G

E

I0

0

H

I

A

J

K

6677889 0

AB

TIME PROG R. TIMECEDIT

MODE REPEAT

DISC SKIP

RANDOM

TUNER

VCD

L
M

INTRO

DIGEST

KARAOKE

PRESET

D

/

CD

5

E

+

I0

TUNER

SELECTRETURNTIME INDEX

T
U

V

W

B

C

NOP Q R S

D

Z
[

\

E

F

X

Y

REC/PAUSE

CENTER

/

REAR/DELAY

KEY/ECHO

LEVEL

POWER

/I

TEST

SLEEP

TAPE

BASS

PROGRAM

BOOST

INPUT

VOLUME

DIRECTION

MUSIC

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Amplifier/tuner

1 Transmission window

[p. 4]

2 Numeric buttons

[p. 22]

3 A, B, C, D, E [p. 22]
4 KARAOKE [p. 37]
5 TEST [p. 10]
6 CENTER/REAR/DELAY [p. 36]

KEY/ECHO [p. 38]

7 LEVEL (–/+) [p. 10, 36, 38]

LEVEL ( / ) [p. 38]

CD/Video CD player

8 POWER [p. 10]
9 SLEEP [p. 40]
0 PRESET ( / ) [p. 22]
A TUNER [p. 21]
B PROGRAM [p. 35]
C BASS BOOST [p. 32]
D MUSIC [p. 33]
E VOLUME (+/–) [p. 32]
F INPUT ( / ) [p. 12, 21, 25, 31]

TUNER → TAPE → VCD/CD

↑

AUX/MD ← VCR ← VIDEO

↑

G Numeric buttons

[p. 13]

H TIME [p. 17]
I PROG [p. 15]
J MODE [p. 13]
K REPEAT [p. 16]

Tape deck

X / [p. 26]
Y REC/PAUSE [p. 27]

L DISC SKIP

[p. 13]

M ( )/ ( )

[p. 14, 19]

N INTRO [p. 18]
O TIME INDEX [p. 18]
P DIGEST [p. 18]

Z DIRECTION [p. 25]
[ [p. 25]

Q RETURN [p. 19]
R SELECT [p. 19]
S [p. 12]
T EDIT [p. 29, 30]
U R. TIME [p. 29]
V RANDOM [p. 17]
W [p. 12]

\ [p. 25]

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Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment.

Contents

English

For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product.

Page

Precautions.................................................

Features ......................................................

Preparations and connections..................

Installing batteries in the remote control ..................4

Remote control operation range .............................. 4

Setting the video output format

selector (TV MODE) switch...................................... 4

Setting up the speakers ...........................................5

Connections ............................................................. 7

Setting the clock....................................................... 9

Adjusting brightness of the display .......................... 9

Speaker balance adjustment..................................10

CD/Video CD player operation ................

Basic play............................................................... 12

To change the disc play mode ............................... 13

To select another disc ............................................ 13

To select the desired track directly .........................13

To play the desired track (Skip).............................. 14

To advance or reverse play rapidly

(Search) .................................................................14

To exchange a disc (or discs) while playing

(PLAYXCHANGE) .................................................. 14

Program play.......................................................... 15

Repeat play............................................................16

Random play..........................................................17

Switching the time display...................................... 17

To find your desired scence quickly

for Video CDs................................................................. 18

To get a quick overview of a track or a disc

for Video CDs ................................................................ 18

Playback Control of Video CD (version 2.0)

for Video CDs ................................................................ 19

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Page

1
3
4

Tuning operation ......................................

Automatic tuning ....................................................21

Manual tuning ........................................................ 21

Manual preset tuning .............................................22

Automatic preset tuning ......................................... 23

Playing back a tape..................................

General information ............................................... 24

Basic operation ......................................................25

Winding the tape .................................................... 26

Searching for the beginning

of the desired selection .......................................... 26

Recording .................................................

Basic recording ......................................................27

Recording from CDs utilizing the EDIT function..... 29

20

24

27

Operating an external unit connected

with this system .......................................

Various sound control .............................

General sound control............................................ 32

Graphic equalizer...................................................33

Sound field processor ............................................34

Karaoke operation....................................

Using the built-in timer ............................

Timer play ..............................................................39

Timer recording......................................................40

Sleep timer operation.............................................40

Appendix...................................................

Troubleshooting .....................................................41

Specifications.........................................................43

For basic source play, the following illustrations on top of
pages will help you to look for the section you need.

31
32

37
39

41

..... CD/Video CD play ..... Tuning

..... Tape playback/recording

Precautions: Read this before operating your system

English

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

■ Choose the installation location of this system carefully.
Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of
heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and
excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture. Keep it away from
sources of hum such as transformers and electric motors.

■ Do not operate this system upside-down. It may overheat,
possibly causing damage.

■ Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set,
contact your dealer.

■ The openings on the main unit cover assure proper
ventilation of the main unit. If these openings are
obstructed, the temperature inside the main unit will rise
rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these
openings, and install the main unit in a well-ventilated area
to prevent fire and damage.

■ 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 system for long periods of
time (ie., 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 this system is not
defeated.

■ Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires.
When moving the main unit, first disconnect the power plug
and the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the
wire itself.

■ If an external appliance (TV, radio, etc.) interferes with this
system operation, move the main unit away from such an
appliance.

■ Do not attempt to clean this system with chemical solvents;
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

■ Be sure to read the “Troubleshooting” section regarding
common operating errors before concluding that this
system is faulty.

■ To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power
plug and the antenna cable when there is an electrical
storm.

■ Do not plug the AC power plug to the wall socket before
you finish all connections.

■ Never allow metallic items (e.g. screwdrivers, tools, etc.) to
come near the tape deck’s record/playback head assembly.
Doing so may not only scratch or damage the head’s
mirror-smooth finish, it may change the magnetic
characteristics of the heads, causing a deterioration in
reproduction performance quality.

■ The voltage to be used must be the same as that specified
on this system. Using this system with a higher voltage
than specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other
types of accidents causing damage. YAMAHA will not be
held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this
system with a voltage other than 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 this system 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. Condensation can cause this system to
malfunction.

To eliminate condensation:

Pickup

•

Leave the power on with no disc loaded until normal
play becomes possible (about 1 hour).

Tape head

•

Leave the power on with no tape loaded until normal
playback becomes possible (about 1 hour).

Note

If condensation forms on the tape head, dirt or dust
may accumulate during use.

Remote control

•

Wipe off condensation on the transmission window with
a soft cloth before operating this system.

■ To prevent a malfunction of this system:

Do not use any non standard shaped disc (heart etc.)

•

available on the market, because it may damage this
system.
Do not use a disc with tape, seals, or paste on it,

•

because damage to this system may result.

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of this system in the space
below.

Model:
Serial No.:

The serial number is located on the rear of the main unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.

WARNING

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

■ Although the tape deck’s record/playback heads are high
quality heads with outstanding reproduction characteristics,
they can become dirty through the use of old tapes or from
dust accumulation over time. This can have a serious effect
on reproduction quality. Clean the heads regularly with one
of the commonly available head cleaners or with cleaning
solutions.

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Precautions: Read this before operating your system

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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

Note

Please check the copyright laws in your country to record
from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of
copyright material may infringe copyright laws.

CAUTION FOR CARRYING THE MAIN UNIT

Be sure not to carry or tip the main unit with discs
remaining in it.

CAUTION FOR MOVING THE MAIN UNIT

Before moving the main unit, first remove all discs from the
disc tray and close the tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE
button. After you confirm that “NO DISC” lights up on the
display, turn this system into the standby mode by pressing
the STANDBY/ON switch, and then disconnect the power
plug from the AC outlet.

Voltage Selector (China and General models only)
The voltage selector on the rear panel of the main unit
must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE
plugging into the AC main supply.
Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

FREQUENCY STEP switch
(China and General models only)

Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in
different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located
at the rear) according to the frequency spacing in your
area.
Be sure to change the setting of this switch with the AC
supply lead of this system disconnected from the AC outlet.

WARNING

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

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

CAUTION

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

As the laser beam used in this unit is harmful to the eyes, do
not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.

This system is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT label is located on
the rear exterior.

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

The CD/Video CD player in this system can play discs of the f ollowing types only.

Type of disc

Mark printed

on the disc

Video CD

CD

Never attempt to play a disc other than above with the CD/Video CD player because it may cause a damage to this system.

Type of signal

recorded

Sound

+

Picture (Movie)

Sound only

Size (Dimension)

12 cm

8 cm (Single type)

12 cm

8 cm (Single type)

Maximum possible

play time
74 minutes
20 minutes

74 minutes
20 minutes

VIDEO CD

Video CDs are classified into two types, version 1.1 and 2.0. The CD/Video CD player can play both types.

Video CD (version 1.1): With the same operation as compact discs, you can enjoy sounds and pictures (movies).
Video CD (version 2.0): In addition to a normal play which is the same as version 1.1, you can enjoy a Playback Control

operation. (For details on Playback Control, refer to page 19.)

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Features

English

General

●

5-Speaker Multichannel Audio System
(Two front, One Center and Two Rear
Speakers)

●

High Power Output
Front L, R: 100W + 100W (6Ω) RMS, 10%

THD, 1 kHz

Center: 100W (6Ω) RMS Output

Power, 10% THD, 1 kHz

Rear: 30W (6Ω) RMS Output

Power, 10% THD, 1 kHz

● 4 External Audio/Video Component

Connecting Capability

● Multiuse Timer/Sleep Timer

● SUBWOOFER Output for Low Frequency

Expansion

● Remote Control Capability

● BASS BOOST

● 5-Band Spectrum Analyzer

● DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY 3

STEREO Decoding

● Sound Field Processing

(HALL and YMERSION)

● Test Tone Generator for Easier Speaker

Balance Adjustment

CD/Video CD Player

● 3-Disc Carousel Auto-Changer for Video

CDs and Compact Discs

● PLAYXCHANGE

Disc changing while playing

● 20-Track Random Access Programming

● Repeat Play for Single Track/Entire Disc/

All Discs

● Random Sequence Play

● Playback Control Function Available for

Video CD (version 2.0)

● Quick Overview of a Track and a Disc

with a Touch of the DIGEST and INTRO
Buttons

● Time Index Function

Tape Deck

● Automatic Synchronized Recording with

CD or Video CD

● EDIT Function Useful for Recording

CD(s)

●

Automatic Reverse

●

Dolby B Type Noise Reduction System

● 3 Preset Graphic Equalizer Modes

(ROCK, POPS and JAZZ)

● Video Output Format Selector (TV

MODE) Switch

Tuner

●

40 Station Preset Tuning

●

Automatic Preset Tuning

Karaoke-functions

●

4 Modes for Singing Karaoke

●

2 Microphone Connecting Capability

●

Mic Mixing, Echo Level and Key Control
Capability

●

Karaoke Sound Recording Capability
(Recording Your Singing Voice and Karaoke
Effects with the Music Source)

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Preparations and connections

Installing batteries in the remote control

1

3

2

Remote control operation range

DISC 1DISC 2DISC

3

DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

3–DISC VCD CHANGER

MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM GX–700

30°

PUSH OPEN

30°

SET MD

REC/PAUSE

TAPE

MINIDISC RECORDER

PRESET/TUNING/BAND A/B/C/D/E

DOWN UP

MODE–PTY SEEK–START

VOLUME

0.2 m – 6 m

MD

(8” – 20’)

1. Turn the remote control over and remove the battery

compartment cover by pulling it up while pressing the edge
of the cover in the direction of the mark.

2. Insert the batteries (AA, R6, UM-3 type) according to the

polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment.

3. Attach the battery compartment cover.

Notes

● Remove the batteries if the remote control is not used for an
extended period of time.

● If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material and contact with clothing, etc.
Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing
new batteries.

● Be sure to use the same type of batteries together.

● Do not use a new battery and an old battery together.

Notes

● The area between the remote control and the main unit must
be clear of large obstacles.

● Do not expose the remote control sensor to strong lighting,
in particular, an inverter type fluorescent lamp. Otherwise,
the remote control may not work properly. If necessary,
position the main unit away from direct lighting.

Battery replacement

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

Setting the video output format selector (TV MODE) switch

This system is designed for use with the NTSC and PAL
television formats. Set this switch to the position for the format
your TV monitor employs.

PAL: Set to this position if your TV monitor employs the PAL

format.

AUTO: Set to this position if your TV monitor can be switched

in between the PAL and NTSC formats automatically.

NTSC: Set to this position if your TV monitor employs the

NTSC format.

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ANTENNA

FM GND AM

75Ω

UNBAL.

TV MODE

PAL
AUTO
NTSC

SUBWOOFER

OUT

RL

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO SIGNAL

MONITOR

OUT

OUT

VCR

TV MODE

PAL
AUTO
NTSC

SPEAKERS

SEE OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR CONNECTION.

R L

CENTERREAR REAR

CENTER: 6Ω MIN./SPEAKER

Ω

MIN./SPEAKER

REAR: I2

(Singapore model)

Setting up the speakers

English

Preparations and connections

Front L

Front L Center Front R

DialogueDialogo

Rear L Rear R

Center

Front R

Subwoofer

TV set

Rear R

m 4 channel 5 speaker configuration

This system employs a 5 speaker configuration: 2 front
speakers, 2 rear paralleled speakers and a center speaker.
The front speakers are used for outputting main source sound.
The rear speakers are for effect and surround sounds when
the sound field program
The center speaker is for center sounds (dialog etc.) when the
sound field program PRO LOGIC or 3 STEREO is
selected.

PRO LOGIC or HALL is selected.

m Placing the speakers

Front speakers: On both sides of the TV and almost the

same height as the TV.

Center speaker: Precisely between the front speakers.
Rear speakers: Behind your listening position, facing

slightly inward. Nearly 1.8 m (approx. six
feet) up from the floor.

Subwoofer: The position of the subwoofer is not so
(separate purchase)

critical because low bass tones are not
highly directional.

Rear L

m Mounting the center speaker

Place the center speaker on the TV, on the floor under the TV
or in the TV rack so that it is stabilized.
When placing the speaker on top of the TV, to prevent the
speaker from falling down, put the provided pads at four points
on bottom of the speaker.

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Preparations and connections

60 mm

Screw

Mounting
bracket

m Mounting the rear speakers

Mount the rear speakers on a shelf, rack or on the floor, or
hang them on the wall.

To mount the rear speakers on the wall by using
commercially available speaker stands

The provided mounting bracket has 1 pair of screw holes (at
an interval of 60 mm). They are available for mounting the
speaker on a speaker stand.
* Those screw holes can be used with M4 screws only.

Note

It is recommended that you connect the speaker cords to the
speaker’s terminals before attaching the bracket to the
speaker.

1 Attach the bracket to the bottom of the speaker by using

the provided screw so that the convex part of the bracket
fits in the grooved part of the speaker as figured left.

2 Mount the speaker on the speaker stand by using the

screw holes on the bracket.

Wall or wall

Tapping screw
(Available at the
hardware store)

support

Min.
12 mm

65 mm

To mount the rear speakers on the wall without
using any bracket or stand

If desired, you can hang the speaker on the protruding screws
on the wall without using the bracket.

Fasten screws into a firm wall or wall support as figured left,
and hang the holes of the speaker on the protruding screws.
* Make sure that the screws are caught by a narrow part of

the holes securely.

WARNING:

● Each of the rear speakers weighs 0.8 kg (1 lbs. 12 oz.).

Do not mount them on thin plywood or soft wall
surface material, as the screws may come out of the
flimsy surface, causing the speakers to fall down and
be damaged, or result in personal injury.

● Do not fasten the speakers to the wall with nails,

adhesives, or other unsound hardware. Long-term use
and vibrations may cause them to fall down.

● To avoid accidents resulting from tripping over loose

speaker cords, fix them to the wall.

● Select a proper position on the wall to mount the

speaker and the stand so that no one will hit his head
or forehead on the projections of them, resulting in
personal injury.

E-6

Preparations and connections

1

2

3

Connections

Never plug the AC supply lead of this system into the AC outlet until all connections are completed.

Subwoofer system
(Separate purchase)

INPUT

Front speakers

L R

Rear speaker

R

TV MODE

PAL
AUTO
NTSC

SUBWOOFER

OUT

RL

VIDEO SIGNAL

MONITOR

OUT

OUT

VCR

IN

VIDEO

Center speaker

SPEAKERS

SEE OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR CONNECTION.

R L

CENTERREAR REAR

CENTER: 6Ω MIN./SPEAKER

Ω

MIN./SPEAKER

REAR: I2

Rear speaker

L

(Singapore model)

English

m Connecting speakers

OUT

AUX/MD

IN

FRONT

R L

6Ω MIN./SPEAKER

SPEAKERS

MAINS

To AC outlet

Connect the speakers to the corresponding speaker terminals on the rear of the main unit respectively by using the speaker cords.
Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cords is correct, that is the + and – markings are observed. If these cords are reversed,
the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

On the speakers

Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–) 1 Press the tab

2 Insert the bare wire.

[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]

3 Release the tab and

secure the wire.

1

2

3

On the main unit

Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)

1 Press up the tab.
2 Insert the bare wire.

[Remove approx. 5mm (1/4”)
insulation from the speaker
wires.]

3 Press down the tab and

secure the wire.

Caution
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other as this could damage the amplifier and/or speakers.

When connecting a subwoofer (separate purchase)

You may wish to add a subwoofer to reinforce the bass frequencies.
When connecting a subwoofer to this system, connect the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal of this system to the INPUT terminal of the
subwoofer.
* Ordinary subwoofers, including the Yamaha Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System, are designed so that the amplifier and

subwoofer are in the same unit.

* The SUBWOOFER OUT terminal outputs low frequencies from the left front, center and right front channels.

(The cut-off frequency of this terminal is 200 Hz.)

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M

O

S
S

L

Preparations and connections

m Antenna connection

(1)

(2)

ANTENNA

FM GND AM

75Ω UNBAL.

ANTENNA

FM GND AM

75Ω UNBAL.

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

(Singapore model)

(1) Supplied FM antenna

Connect the FM antenna wire to the corresponding terminal
and direct the FM antenna wire to the direction where the
strongest signal can be received.

(2) Supplied AM loop antenna

Connect the AM loop antenna wires to the corresponding
terminals. Position the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.

Notes

● When static is still heard even after adjusting the position of
the AM loop antenna, try reversing the wire connections
(from the right terminal to the left one, and vice versa).

● The AM loop antenna should be placed apart from the main
unit. The antenna may be hung on a wall.

Using an external antenna

● Use an external FM antenna instead of an indoor FM
antenna if you need better reception. Consult your dealer.

● Use an external AM antenna if you need better reception.
Consult your dealer.

TV monitor

LD/DVD player, etc.

MD recorder, etc.

E-8

VCR

ANTENNA

FM GND AM

75Ω UNBAL.

TV MODE

PAL
AUTO
NTSC

SUBWOOFER

OUT

RL

OUT

AUX/MD

IN

(Singapore model)

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO SIGNAL

MONITOR

OUT

OUT

VCR

IN

VIDEO

SPEAKERS

SEE OWNER’S
FOR CONNECTI

R

CENTERREAR

CENTER: 6Ω MIN./
REAR: I2Ω MIN./

FRONT

R

m Connecting external components

TV monitor

Connect a TV monitor to enjoy playing Video CDs on the built­in CD/Video CD player. Connect a TV monitor to the
MONITOR OUT terminal using an RCA pin plug cable.

External audio and video components

This system can be connected with external audio and video
components. Make connections between this system and the
components using RCA pin plug connector cables correctly,
that is to say L (left) to L and R (right) to R. Also, refer to the
owner’s manual for the component to be connected to this
system.
* A digital-to-digital recording is possible from a CD played on

the built-in CD/Video CD player to an MD (or tape) on an
external MD recorder (or DAT) by connecting the DIGITAL
OUT (OPTICAL) terminal on the rear of the main unit to the
MD recorder (or DAT).