Yamaha Audio AX-892 User Manual

AX-492/592/892

Natural Sound Stereo Amplifier

Amplificateur stéréo de la série “Natural Sound”

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo amplifier.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur cet amplificateur stéréo YAMAHA.

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken

so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

FCC INFORMATION

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 Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.

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 FEATURES

YAMAHA HiFi SYSTEM

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

AUX

TAPE 2

TAPE 1

A/B

PLAY

REC/PAUSE

DIR A DIR B

CD

PHONO

PLAYDISC

POWER VOLUME

TUNER

A/B/C/D/EPRESET

YAMAHA HiFi SYSTEM

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

AUX

TAPE 2

TAPE 1

A/B

PLAY
/CUT

PLAY

REC/PAUSE

DIR A DIR B

CD

PHONO

PLAYDISC

POWER VOLUME

TUNER

A/B/C/D/EPRESET

Supplied accessories .....................................................4

Connections ...................................................................6

Controls and their functions ..........................................12

Remote control .............................................................14

Basic operations ...........................................................16

Troubleshooting ............................................................20

Specifications ...............................................................21

Supplied accessories

●

Remote Control Transmitter

●

After unpacking, check that the following accessories are included.

●

AX-492

85W + 85W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.019% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

●

AX-592

100W + 100W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.015% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

●

AX-892

115W + 115W (8Ω) RMS Output Power,

0.015% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

●

High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability

●

Continuously Variable Loudness Control

●

CD DIRECT AMP switch: used to reproduce the purest
CD sound

●

PURE DIRECT switch: used to reproduce the purest
source sound

●

SUBSONIC FILTER switch; used to eliminate undesirable
ultra-low-frequency signals (

●

PRE OUT/MAIN IN terminals; useful for connecting an
equalizer, sound processor, etc. (

)

only

●

Remote control capability

●

Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)

AX-592 and AX-892 only

AX-592 and AX-892

)

AX-592/892 AX-492

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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHIED

100W MAX. TOTAL

A OR B : 4Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B : 8Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B : 6Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B :12Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

English

1. To assure the finest performance, please read this manual

carefully and keep it in a safe place for future use.

2. Install this unit in a cool, dry and dust-free area. Do not place it in

direct sunlight or near sources of heat (e.g., a stove, etc.). Make
sure that it is well ventilated and not exposed to rain or moisture
and that it is on a flat, stable surface, free from vibration.

3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the unit, contact

your dealer.

4. When moving the unit, first disconnect the AC power plug and the

cables which are connected to other equipment. Never pull the
cables or use excessive force on switches or controls.

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, damaging the unit or causing a fire. Avoid
blocking the ventilation openings and make sure that the unit is
well ventilated. Allow at least 30 cm (12 in) of space above the
unit and 20 cm (8 in) of space on the sides and rear.

6. Always set the VOLUME control to “

Increase the volume gradually to a desired level after the source
has started playing.

” before playing the source.

∞

7. Use a clean, dry cloth to clean the unit. Do not use chemical

solvents which might damage the finish.

8. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section before

deciding that the unit is faulty.

9. When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (e.g.,

vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the electrical
outlet.

13. Voltage Selector (General Model only)

The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set
for your local main voltage

outlet.
Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 60/50 Hz.

WARNING

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

IMPORTANT

The serial number is located on the rear panel.
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.

Serial No.:
Keep this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future use.

Note

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it
is connected to the electrical outlet, even if the unit itself is turned
off.

CAUTION (FOR CANADA MODEL)

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

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL
REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE­CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.

before

plugging into the electrical

10. To prevent damage from lightning, disconnect the AC power plug

and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.

11. Make sure that the unit is always properly grounded and

polarized.

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.

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 closely. If so, set the switch to
either end closely.

Example: AX-892

<General model>

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CONNECTIONS

CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CONNECT SETTING

PHONO

CD

TUNER

R

L

R

L

1

2

TAPE 1

TAPE

PB

TAPE 2

(MD)

AUX

3

REC
OUT

4

TAPE

PB

3

REC
OUT

4

GND

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHIED

100W MAX. TOTAL

A

L

R

R L

B

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

A OR B : 4Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B : 8Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A OR B : 6Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B :12Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

+ – – +

+ – – +

OUTPUT

GND

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

LINE OUT

LINE IN

●

Before making any connections to or from this unit, first switch it and any other connected components off.

●

Properly connect this unit and other components, L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also, refer to the owner’s
manual of each component which is to be connected to this unit.

●

If you have YAMAHA components numbered 1, 2, 3, etc. on the rear panel, connections can easily be made by connecting the

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

AX-492

Turntable Tape deck 1 Tape deck 2 Speakers A

Right Left

<General model>

To
electrical
outlet

Right Left

TunerCompact disc player

Video cassette player,

Speakers B

LD player, etc.

* For descriptions of the shaded areas, refer to page 10.

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CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CONNECT SETTING

PHONO

CD

TUNER

COUPLER

PRE
OUT

MAIN

IN

R

L

L

R

L

MM
MC

1

2

TAPE 1

TAPE

PB

TAPE 2

(MD)

AUX

3

REC
OUT

4

TAPE

PB

3

REC
OUT

4

REMOTE

CONTROL

PHONO

SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

AC OUTLETS

100W MAX. TOTAL

SWITCHIED

A OR B : 4Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B : 8Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A

B

R

L

R

R L

R L

A OR B : 6Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B :12Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

GND

– + – +

+ – – +

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

LINE OUT

LINE IN

GND

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

AX-592

Turntable Tape deck 1 Tape deck 2 Speakers A

Right Left

English

TunerCompact disc player

* For descriptions of the shaded areas, refer to page 10.

LD player, etc.

Right

Speakers BVideo cassette player,

<General model>

To
electrical
outlet

Left

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CAUTION

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CONNECT SETTING

PHONO

CD

TUNER

PRE
OUT

MAIN

IN

R

L

L

R

L

MM
MC

1

2

TAPE 1

TAPE

PB

TAPE 2

(MD)

AUX

3

REC
OUT

4

TAPE

PB

3

REC
OUT

4

GND

REMOTE
CONTROL

PHONO

SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHIED

100W MAX. TOTAL

A OR B : 4Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B : 8Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

R

L

R

A OR B : 6Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

A + B :12Ω MIN. /SPEAKER

B

R

L

A

R

L

COUPLER

– + – +

– + – +

LINE OUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

OUTPUT

GND

LINE IN

LINE OUT

LINE IN

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

AX-892

Turntable Tape deck 1 Tape deck 2 Speakers A

Right Left

TunerCompact disc player

* For descriptions of the shaded areas, refer to page 10.

LD player, etc.

<General model>

To
electrical
outlet

Right Left

Speakers BVideo cassette player,

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