Yamaha RX-596 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

U C A

Natural Sound Stereo Receiver

Récepteur stéréo “Son Naturel”

R X-596

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo receiver. Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce récepteur stéréo YAMAHA.

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.

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.

7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit

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

8 Ventilation – 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.

9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat

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

10 Power 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.

11 Power-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.

12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be

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

14 Object 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.

15 Damage 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.

16 Servicing – 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.

17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located

away from power lines.

18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken

so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

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Explanation of Graphical Symbols

CAUTION

WARNING

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

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.

English

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.

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.

19 For 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

MAST

GROUND CLAMP

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)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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 Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

FCC INFORMATION (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.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US customers only)

●

80W + 80W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.025% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

●

90W + 90W (6Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.05% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

● High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance

Drive Capability

●

Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control

● CD DIRECT AMP Switch to Reproduce the

Purest CD Sound

● PURE DIRECT Switch to Reproduce the

Purest Source Sound

● 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning

● Automatic Preset Tuning

● Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset

Editing)

● IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning

System

● Video Signal Input/Output Capability

● SLEEP Timer

● Remote Control Capability

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......

Inside the Front Cover

FEATURES ......................................................2

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................3

CAUTION.........................................................4

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL

TRANSMITTER................................................5

CONNECTIONS...............................................6

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS...........9

BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................13

TUNING OPERATIONS .................................16

PRESET TUNING..........................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING...................................20

SPECIFICATIONS..........................................21

FEATURES

CONTENTS

English

After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.

Indoor FM Antenna

AM Loop Antenna

Antenna adapter (U.S.A. and Canada models only)

Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

Remote Control Transmitter

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

YAMAHA HIFI SYSTEM

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

REC/PAUSE

DIR BDIR A

DISC

OFF SLEEP

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET

–+

A/B

TAPE 1

VCD/TAPE 2

TUNER

PHONO

LD/TV

PLAY

VOLUMEPOWER ON

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 10 cm behind, 10 cm on the both sides and 20 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.

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.

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.

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.

CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

English

Battery installation

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 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.

Remote control transmitter operation range

Notes

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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.

PRESET STATIONS

30°

Remote control sensor

Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet)

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

CONNECTIONS

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 only by

connecting the output (or input) terminals of each component to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.

: See the next page.

PHONO

A OR B : 6ΩMIN./SPEAKER A B : l2ΩMIN./SPEAKER

AUDIO SIGNAL

SPEAKERS

GND

REMOTE CONTROL

TAPE 1

REC

VCR /

TAPE 2

PLAY

REC

LD/ TV

VCR

OUT

LD/ TV

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO SIGNAL

AUDIO SIGNAL

OUT

ANT

AM ANT

GND

l20V 60Hz

l00W MAX. TOTAL

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

75Ω

UNBAL.

OUTPUT

GND

LINE OUT

LINE IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

OUTPUT

(U.S.A. model)

To AC outlet

Turntable

LD player, TV tuner, etc.

Video cassette recorder or Tape deck 2

Tape deck 1

Speakers B

Speakers A

Right Left

CD player

Monitor TV

* If a tape deck is connected to the VCR/TAPE 2 (AUDIO

SIGNAL) terminals, there is no connection to the VCR (VIDEO SIGNAL) terminals.

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