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RX-496
RX-396
Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
Récepteur stéréo
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Stereo receiver.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce récepteur stéréo YAMAHA.
OWNER’S MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
Model:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.
• 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.
1Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions should be followed.
5Water 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.
6Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A A unit and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and
cart combination to overturn.
7Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its 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.
9Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
10Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
11Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should 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.
12Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
13Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
14Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the unit.
15Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be 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.
16Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those means described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
17Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
18Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.
19For US 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, size of grounding conductors, location of 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 CATV 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.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
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SPECIAL NOTES FOR FCC COMPOSITE DEVICE (for US customers only)
This device is a composite system. The digital device component may not cause harmful interference.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! |
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interference will not occur in all installations. If this product |
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instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC |
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determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try |
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accessories and/or another product use only high quality |
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shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product |
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change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. |
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Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with |
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We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US customers only)
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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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.... |
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FEATURES ..................................................... |
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES |
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CAUTION ........................................................ |
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NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL |
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CONNECTIONS .............................................. |
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CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ........ |
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BASIC OPERATIONS ................................... |
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TUNING OPERATIONS ................................ |
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PRESET TUNING ......................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING .................................. |
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SPECIFICATIONS ......................................... |
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● Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel
RX-496
75W + 75W (8Ω ) RMS Output
Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz
RX-396
50W + 50W (8Ω ) RMS Output
Power, 0.04% THD, 20–20,000 Hz
●High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability
●Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control
●40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning
●Automatic Preset Tuning
●Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset Editing)
●IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning System
●SLEEP Timer
●Remote Control Capability
●RX-496 only
PURE DIRECT Switch to Reproduce the Purest Source Sound
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After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.
Indoor FM Antenna |
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YAMAHA HiFi SYSTEM
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
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Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)
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CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1.To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
2.Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or water.
3.Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact your dealer.
4.Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the wires themselves.
5.The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the cabinet will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings, and install the unit in wellventilated condition. Be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm behind, 20 cm on the both sides and 30 cm above the top panel of the unit. Otherwise it may not only damage the unit, but also cause fire.
6.Always set the VOLUME control to “–∞ ” before starting the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after playback has been started.
7.Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
8.Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.
9.When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
10.To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.
11.Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not defeated.
12.Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the rear panel if the equipment requires more power than the outlet is rated to provide.
13.Voltage Selector (General Model only)
The voltage selector on the rear panel of this 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.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
Model:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
FREQUENCY STEP switch (General Model 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. Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of this unit from the AC outlet.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCECAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
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WARNING
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this unit may be damaged.
IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to either end. If so, set the switch to either end when this unit is in the standby mode.
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A B:8ΩMIN. /SPEAKER |
A OR B:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER |
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IMPEDANCE SELECTOR |
SET BEFORE POWER ON |
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Battery replacement
If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
Notes
●Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement.
●Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)
●Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter is not 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.
Remote control sensor
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●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.
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Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed.
CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS
When making connections between this unit and other components, be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each component to be connected to this unit.
*If you have YAMAHA components numbered as 1, 3, 4, etc. on the rear panel, connections can be made easily by making sure to connect the output (or input) terminals of each component to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.
Speakers A
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CAUTION SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING. |
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AC OUTLETS |
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2 SWITCHED OUTLETS |
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1 SWITCHED OUTLET |
Use these to connect the power cords from your components to this unit.
The power to the SWITCHED outlets is controlled by this unit’s STANDBY/ON switch or the provided remote control transmitter’s STANDBY/ON key. These outlets will supply power to any component whenever this unit is turned on.
The maximum power (total power consumption of components) that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS is 100 watts.
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GND* terminal (For turntable use)
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to the GND terminal will normally minimize hum, but in some cases better results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.
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CONNECTING SPEAKERS
Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire of the proper gauge (cut as short as possible). If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct, that is the + and – markings are observed. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.
Caution
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/or speakers.
How to Connect:
Red: positive (+) Black: negative (–)
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Insert the bare wire. [Remove approx. 5mm (1/4”) insulation from the speaker wires.]
Tighten the knob and secure the wire.
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the rear of this unit.
Note
One or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit. If you use only one speaker system, connect it to either the SPEAKERS A or B terminals.
<U.S.A., Canada, Australia and General models only>
Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert the Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal.
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IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
Be sure to switch the position only when the power to this unit is not on.
Select the position whose requirements your speaker system meets.
WARNING
Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this unit may be damaged.
IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED;
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to either end. If so, set the switch to either end when this unit is in the standby mode.
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A OR B:6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER |
A B:I2ΩMIN. /SPEAKER |
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR |
SET BEFORE POWER ON |
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(Left position)
If you use one pair of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 4Ω or higher.
If you use two pairs of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or higher.
(Right position)
<For U.S.A. model only>
If you use one pair of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 6Ω or higher.
If you use two pairs of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 12Ω or higher.
<For Canada model only>
The impedance of each speaker must be 6Ω or higher.
<Except U.S.A. and Canada models>
If you use one pair of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or higher.
If you use two pairs of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 16Ω or higher.
For Custom Installer For U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only
REMOTE CONTROL (IN, OUT) terminals
These terminals are used for custom installation system. When this unit is connected to the components for custom installation system, you can operate this unit with the system remote control.
Connect the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of this unit to the output terminal of the central controller for custom installation system.
By connecting the REMOTE CONTROL OUT terminal of this unit to the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of the other component, you can also operate the component with the system remote control. In this way, up to 6 components can be connected in series.
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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
●Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminal(s) correctly, referring to the following diagram.
●Both AM and FM indoor antennas are supplied to this unit. In general, these antennas will provide sufficient signal strength. Nevertheless, a properly installed outdoor antenna will give clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may result in improvement.
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75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter
75-ohm coaxial cable
75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter
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AM loop antenna (included)
300-ohm feeder
Ground
Connecting the AM loop antenna
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Orient so that the best reception is obtained.
*The AM loop antenna should be placed apart from the main unit. The antenna may be hung on a wall.
*The AM loop antenna should be kept connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
GND terminal
For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground, which is a metal stake driven into moist earth.
Notes
●When connecting the indoor FM antenna, insert its connector into the FM ANT
terminal firmly. ● If you need an outdoor
FM antenna to improve FM reception quality, either
300-ohm feeder or coaxial cable may be used. In locations troubled by electrical interference, a coaxial cable is preferable.
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1STANDBY/ON switch
Press this switch to turn on the power to this unit. Press it again to turn this unit into the standby mode.
Standby mode
In this state, this unit consumes a very small quantity of power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control transmitter.
2Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control transmitter.
3Display panel
Shows various information. (For details, refer to page 13.)
4Input selector buttons
Select a program source to listen to. When a button is pressed, the name of the selected source appears on the display.
5PURE DIRECT switch and indicator
RX-496 only
Press this switch so that the indicator lights up to listen to a source in the purest sound. (Refer to page 16 for details.)
6VOLUME control
Used to raise or lower the volume level.
7PHONES jack
When you listen with headphones, connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
When listening with headphones privately, set both the SPEAKERS A and B switches to the OFF position.
PHONES
8SPEAKERS switches
Set the switch A or B (or both A and B) for the speaker system (connected to this unit) you will use to the ON position. Set the switch for the speaker system you will not use to the OFF position.
9A/B/C/D/E button
Press this button to select a desired group (A–E) of preset stations.
0Preset station number selector buttons
Select a preset station number (1 to 8).
ATone controls BASS
Used to increase or decrease the low frequency response. The 0 position produces flat response.
TREBLE
Used to increase or decrease the high frequency response. The 0 position produces flat response.
BBALANCE control
Adjusts the balance of the output volume to the left and right speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by speaker location or listening room conditions.
CContinuously variable LOUDNESS control
Used to compensate for the human ears’ loss of sensitivity to high and low-frequency ranges at low volume.
DFM/AM button
Press this button to switch the reception band to FM or AM.
EMEMORY (MAN’L/AUTO FM) button
When this button is pressed, the “MEMO” indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. While the indicator is flashing, select a desired preset station number by pressing the corresponding preset station number selector button to enter the displayed station into the memory.
When this button is held down for more than 3 seconds, the automatic preset tuning begins. (For details, refer to page 19.)
FEDIT button
This button is used to exchange the places of two preset stations with each other.
GTUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L MONO) button
Press this button to switch the tuning mode to automatic or manual. To select the automatic tuning mode, press this
button so that the “AUTO” indicator lights up on the display. To select the manual tuning mode, press this button so that the “AUTO” indicator goes off.
HTUNING DOWN/UP button
Used for tuning. Press the “UP” side to tune in to higher frequencies, and press the “DOWN” side to tune in to lower frequencies.
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REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
The remote control transmitter provided with this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of this unit. If the CD player and tape deck connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility, this remote control transmitter will also control various functions of each component.
For Control of This Unit
1Tuner keys
Control tuner.
+: Selects higher preset station number.
–: Selects lower preset station number.
A/B/C/D/E: Selects the group (A – E) of preset station
numbers.
YAMAHA HiFi SYSTEM
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
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Identify the remote control transmitter keys with your component’s keys. If these keys are identical, their functions will be the same. On each key function, refer to the corresponding instruction on your component’s manual.
1Tape deck keys
Control tape deck.
*DIR A, B and A/B are applicable only to double cassette tape deck.
*For a single cassette deck with automatic reverse function, pressing DIR A will reverse the direction of tape running.
2CD player keys
Control compact disc player.
* DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer.
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1Multi-information display
Displays various information, for example station frequency, preset station number and name of selected input source.
2AUTO indicator
Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode.
3STEREO indicator
Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength is received.
4Signal-level meter
Indicates the signal level of the received station.
If multipath interference is detected, the indication decreases.
5MEMO indicator
When the MEMORY button is pressed, this indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. While this indicator is flashing, the displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using the A/B/C/D/E button and the preset station number selector buttons.
6SLEEP indicator
Lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is functioning.
7TAPE MON 2 indicator
Lights up when the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) connected to the TAPE 2 terminals on the rear of this unit is selected as the input source by pressing the TAPE 2 MONITOR button.
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