Yamaha Audio AX-396 User Manual

AX-496/396

STEREO AMPLIFIER

AMPLIFICATEUR STEREO

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OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

BRUKSANVISNING

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

UNPACKING After unpacking, check that the following items are contained. DEBALLAGE Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses. AUSPACKEN Nach dem Auspacken überprüfen, ob die folgenden Teile vorhanden sind. UPPACKNING Kontrollera efter det apparaten packats upp att följande delar finns med. DISIMBALLAGGIO Verificare che tutte le parti seguenti siano contenute nell’imballaggio dell’apparecchio. DESEMBALAJE Desembale el aparato y verifique que los siguientes accesorios están en la caja. UITPAKKEN Controleer na het uitpakken of de volgende onderdelen voorhanden zijn.

● Remote control

● Télécommande

● Fernbedienung

● Fjärrkontroll

● Telecomando

● Control remoto

● Afstandbediening

DISC SKIP

AUX

–

PRESET

STANDBY/ON

TUNER

VOLUME

DECK A/B

TAPE

DIR BDIR A

A/B/C/D/E

+–

CD/DVD

TAPE

TUNERPHONO

● Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

● Piles (format AA, R6, UM-3)

● Batterien (Größe AA, R6, UM-3)

● Batterier (Storl. AA, R6, UM-3)

● Batterie (dimensioni AA, o R6, o UM-3)

● Pilas (tamaño AA, tipo R6, UM-3)

● Batterijen (maat AA, R6, UM-3)

Opening and closing the front cover

Close the front cover whenever the controls inside the panel are not used.

Ouverture et fermeture du couvercle avant

Fermer le couvercle avant lorsque les commandes placées à l’intérieur du panneau ne sont pas utilisées.

Öffnen und Schließen der Reglerfachklappe

Schließen Sie die Reglerfachklappe, wenn Sie die Regler im Fach nicht verwenden.

Öppning och stängning av frontluckan

Ha frontluckan stängd när kontrollerna innanför den inte används.

Apertura e chiusura dello sportello anteriore

Richiudere sempre lo sportello anteriore quando i comandi non vengono utilizzati.

Apertura y cierre de la cubierta delantera

Cierre la cubierta delantera cuando no utilice los controles del panel.

Openen en sluiten van het voorklepje

Sluit het voorklepje steeds wanneer de bedieningsorganen binnen in het paneel niet gebruikt worden.

To open the front cover Pour ouvrir le couvercle avant Öffnen der Reglerfachklappe Öppning av frontluckan Apertura Para abrir la cubierta delantera Openen van het voorklepje

To close the front cover Pour fermer le couvercle avant Schließen der Reglerfachklappe Stängning av frontluckan Chiusura Para cerrar la cubierta delantera Sluiten van het voorklepje

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo amplifier.

FEATURES

AX-496

85W + 85W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.019% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

AX-396

60W + 60W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.019% THD, 20–20,000 Hz Highly Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability

Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control

CD/DVD DIRECT AMP Switch Used to Reproduce the Purest CD and DVD Sound

Remote Control Capability

AX-496 only

REC OUT Selector Independent of Input Source Selection

PURE DIRECT Switch Used to Reproduce the Purest Source Sound

English

CONTENTS

UNPACKING ............................................................................. Inside of Front Cover

FEATURES ............................................................................................................... 1

CAUTION ...................................................................................................................2

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL.............................................................. 3

CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................ 4

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS .................................................................... 6

OPERATION ............................................................................................................. 9

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 13

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................... 14

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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 equipments. Never pull the wires themselves.

5. The openings on the unit cover assure proper

ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly; therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings. Install the unit in a well-ventilated area to prevent fire or damage. Be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm behind, 20 cm on both sides and 30 cm above the top panel of the unit to prevent fire or damage.

6. The voltage used must be the same as that specified

on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.

7. Always set the VOLUME control to “

” before starting

∞

the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after the play has been started.

8. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents

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

9. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section

regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.

10. When not planning to use this unit for a long period

(ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

11.

To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug when there is an electric storm.

12. Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be

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

13. Do not connect any audio equipment to the AC outlet

on the rear panel if the equipment requires more power than the outlet is rated to provide.

For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below. Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL

IMPORTANT:

THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:

Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this

apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

When this unit is turned off by pressing the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel or the remote control, the STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights up. This state is called the standby mode. In this mode, this unit is designed to consume a small amount of power. This unit’s power supply cannot be completely cut off from the AC line until the POWER switch on the front panel is set in the OFF position or the AC power cord is disconnected.

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 POWER 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’s power supply is completely cut off.

(Europe model)

SPEAKERS

EE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

A OR B : 6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

A B : I2

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B : 4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

A B : 8

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

l00W MAX. TOTAL

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

MAINS

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IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL

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Battery installation

Since the remote control will be used for many of this unit’s control operations, you should begin by installing the supplied batteries.

1. Turn the remote control over and remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

2. Insert the batteries (AA, R6, UM-3 type) according to the polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment.

3. Close the battery compartment cover.

Battery replacement

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

Notes

● Use AA, R6, UM-3 batteries.

● Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration

inside the battery compartment.)

● 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.

Remote control operation range

REC OUT

TAPE

TUNER

PHONO

AUX

Remote control sensor

Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet)

30°

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.

30°

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CONNECTIONS

Caution: Plug in this unit and other components after all connections are completed.

● All connections must be correct, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also refer to the owner’s manual for each of your components.

● Use RCA type pin plug cables for audio/video units except speakers.

● The output (or input) terminals of YAMAHA audio/video units numbered 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. on the rear panel must be

connected to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.

Turntable

GND

OUTPUT

PHONO

CD/DVD

Tuner

OUTPUT

Tape deck, etc.

LINE IN

LINE OUT

Right Left

Speakers A

(Europe model)

TUNER

(PLAY)

TAPE

OUT

(REC)

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

AUX

SPEAKERS

CAUTION

:SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

A OR B : 6ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B : I2

A OR B : 4ΩMIN. /SPEAKER

Ω

MIN. /SPEAKER

A B : 8

l00W MAX. TOTAL

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

MAINS

OUTPUT

CD player or DVD player

: Refer to page 5 for descriptions.

: Indicates the direction of signals.

Video cassette player, etc.

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AUDIO OUT

MD recorder, etc.

LINE OUT

LINE IN

Right

To AC outlet

Left

Speakers B

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