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 and eventually damage the circuits.
Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings and do
not install the unit where the flow of air through the ventilation
openings could be impeded.
6. Always set the VOLUME control to “0” before starting the audio
source play: increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level
after the play 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.
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 wire in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
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.
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.
In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small
quantity of power.
10.To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug and
disconnect the 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.AC outlet
Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the rear panel
if that 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 110/120/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
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.
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 closely. If so, set the switch to either end closely.
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
(General model)
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NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
1
3
2
30°
30°
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
Remote control
sensor
Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)
Notes
●
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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CONNECTIONS
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
R
L
1
CD
2
or
3
5
or
4
6
TUNER
PHONO
GND
3
TAPE PB
4
PLAY
REC
MDTAPE
AUDIO SIGNAL
AUX
RECOUT
A
B
+
+
SWITCHED l00W MAX. TOTAL
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
SET BEFORE POWER ON
AC OUTLETS
SPEAKERS
A OR B:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A + B:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A OR B:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A + B:l6ΩMIN./SPEAKER
LINE OUT
OUTPUT
GND
LINE OUT
LINE OUT
LINE IN
LINE IN
LINE OUT
AUDIO OUT
Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed.
●
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, 2, 3, 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
Tuner
Right
Left
TurntableCD player
2
*
(General model)
*
1
To AC outlet
Tape deck, etc.MD recorder, etc.
1
2
,
*
: Refer to “ABOUT THE ACCESSORY
*
TERMINALS” on page 7.
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Video cassette player,
LD player, etc.
Right
Left
Speakers B
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CONNECTING SPEAKERS
1
2
3
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
SET BEFORE POWER ON
A OR B:4ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A + B:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A OR B:8ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A + B:l6ΩMIN./SPEAKER
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, + and – markings are observed. If these wires
are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass.
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do
not let them touch the metal parts of this unit as this could
damage this unit and/or speakers.
How to Connect:
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
Unscrew the knob.
➀
Insert the bare wire.
➁
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]
Tighten the knob and
➂
secure the wire.
●
One or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit.
If you connect only one speaker system, connect it to either
the SPEAKERS A or B terminals.
●
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the
rear of this unit.
● <General model only>
Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert
the Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal.
English
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
Be sure to switch this 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 closely. If so, set the switch to either end closely.
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 POWER 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 OUTLET(S) is
100 watts.
*
(General model)
(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)
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.
2
GND terminal (For turntable use)
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to this terminal will
normally minimize hum, but in some cases better results may
be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.
*
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FRONT PANEL
STANDBY/ON
SLEEP
TAPE
MONITOR
PURE
DIRECT
PHONES
SPEAKERS
ON
OFF
AB
ON
OFF
PURE
DIRECT
TAPE
MONITOR
BASSTREBLEBALANCE
LR
0
VOLUMEINPUT
0l0
CDMDTAPE TUNERAUX
––++
PHONO
0
NATURAL SOUND STEREO AMPLIFIER AX 9
l
12 345 678
90ABCDE
PHONES
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
1 Power indicator
Lights up while the power to this unit is on.
2 STANDBY/ON switch
Press this switch to turn the power to this unit on. 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.
3 Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control transmitter.
4 SLEEP indicator
Lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is functioning.
5 PURE DIRECT indicator
Lights up while the PURE DIRECT switch is on.
6 TAPE MONITOR indicator
Lights up while the TAPE MONITOR switch is on.
* When the tape deck (TAPE) is selected as the input source,
this indicator will not light up even if the TAPE MONITOR
switch is on.
7 INPUT selector and indicators
When turned, selects a program source to listen to.
The indicator for the currently selected source lights up.
8 VOLUME control
Used to raise or lower the volume level.
9 Control door
See page 12 for how to open and close the control door.
0 PHONES jack
When you listen with headphones,
connect the headphones to the
PHONES jack.
When listening with headphones
privately, set both the SPEAKERSA and B switches to the OFF
position.
A SPEAKERS 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.
B PURE DIRECT switch
You can enjoy the purest possible sound from your audio
sources by pressing this switch so that the PURE DIRECT
indicator lights up. By doing so, the audio signal bypasses the
BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE controls, eliminating any
alterations to the audio signal.
C TAPE MONITOR switch
When the tape deck connected to the TAPE terminals on the
rear of this unit is used for recording, you can monitor the
sounds being recorded by pressing TAPE MONITOR so that
TAPE MONITOR indicator lights up.
D Tone 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.
E BALANCE 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.
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REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
YAMAHA HIFI SYSTEM
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
MD
REC/PAUSE
DIR BDIR A
PLAY
DISC
POWERVOLUME
PLAY
AUX
PRESET
A/B/C/D/E
–+
SLEEP
TAPE
A/B
TUNER
CD
PHONO
1
3
3
1
2
4
2
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, tuner or tape deck connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility, then this
remote control transmitter will also control various functions of each component.
For Control of This Unit
1
SLEEP timer key
This unit is automatically turned into the standby mode one
hour after this key is pressed (so that SLEEP indicator lights
up).
2 POWER key
Turns the power to this unit on and turns this unit into the
standby mode alternately.
3 Input selector keys
Selects input source.
4 VOLUME +/– keys
Turns the volume level up/down.
English
For Other Component Control
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.
1 Tape deck keys
Controls 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.
2 Tuner keys
Controls 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.
3 CD player keys
Controls compact disc player.
* DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer.
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TO PLAY A SOURCE
STANDBY/ON
SLEEP
TAPE
MONITOR
PURE
DIRECT
PHONES
SPEAKERS
ON
OFF
AB
ON
OFF
PURE
DIRECT
TAPE
MONITOR
BASSTREBLEBALANCE
LR
0
VOLUMEINPUT
0l0
CDMDTAPE TUNERAUX
––++
PHONO
0
NATURAL SOUND STEREO AMPLIFIER AX 9
l
VOLUME
0l0
STANDBY/ON
INPUT
CDMDTAPE TUNERAUXPHONO
0l0
VOLUME
SPEAKERS
ON
OFF
AB
ON
OFF
OPERATIONS
231, 6
477
1
Set to the “0” position.
2 Turn the power on.
Lights up.
3 Select a desired input source.
4 Select the speakers to be used.
If you use two speaker systems, press both the A and B
*
switches.
5 Play the source.
6
The indicator of the selected source lights up.
When you finish using this unit
Press the STANDBY/ON switch again to turn this unit into the
standby mode.
10
Adjust to the desired output level.
7 If desired, adjust the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE
controls or turn on the PURE DIRECT switch. (Refer to
page 12.)
Standby mode
In this state, this unit consumes a very small quantity of
power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control
transmitter.
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TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD)
PHONES
STANDBY/ON
SLEEP
TAPE
MONITOR
PURE
DIRECT
PHONES
SPEAKERS
ON
OFF
AB
ON
OFF
PURE
DIRECT
TAPE
MONITOR
BASSTREBLEBALANCE
LR
0
VOLUMEINPUT
0l0
CDMDTAPE TUNERAUX
––++
PHONO
0
NATURAL SOUND STEREO AMPLIFIER AX 9
l
TAPE
MONITOR
TAPE
MONITOR
INPUT
CDMDTAPE TUNERAUXPHONO
0l0
VOLUME
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12
4
1 Select the source to be recorded.
2 Play the source and then turn the VOLUME control up
to confirm the input source.
3 Begin recording on the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)
connected to this unit.
4 If the tape deck connected to the TAPE terminals on the
rear of this unit is used for recording, you can monitor
the sounds being recorded by pressing TAPEMONITOR so that TAPE MONITOR indicator lights up.
Lights up.
Notes
The settings of the VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE
controls and PURE DIRECT switch have no effect on the
material being recorded.
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.
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Adjusting the BALANCE controlSelecting the SPEAKER system
BALANCE
LR
SPEAKERS
ON
OFF
AB
ON
OFF
BASSTREBLE
0
––++
0
PURE
DIRECT
PURE
DIRECT
1
2
Adjust the balance of the output volume to the left and right
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused from
speaker location or listening room conditions.
Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE
controls
Because one or two speaker systems can be connected to this
unit, the SPEAKERS switches allow you to select speaker
system A or B, or both at once.
Using the PURE DIRECT switch
You can enjoy the purest possible sound from your audio
sources by pressing this switch so that the PURE DIRECT
indicator lights up. By doing so, the audio signal bypasses the
BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE controls, eliminating any
alterations to the audio signal.
BASS: Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-
clockwise to decrease) the low frequency
response.
TREBLE : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-
clockwise to decrease) the high frequency
response.
Open/close the control door
When it is not necessary to operate controls inside the control
door, close the door.
To open the door
Lights up.
To close the door
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple
measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and
contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help.
English
SYMPTOM
The unit fails to turn on when the
STANDBY/ON switch is pressed, or turns
into the standby mode suddenly soon after
the power is turned on.
It happens that this unit does not work
normally.
No sound.
The sound suddenly goes off.
Only one side speaker outputs the sound.
There is a lack of bass, and no ambience.
Sound “hums”.
The volume level is low while playing a
record.
The volume level cannot be increased, or
sound is distorted.
The sound is degraded when listening with
the headphones connected to the compact
disc player or cassette deck that are
connected with this unit.
Using the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE
controls does not affect the tone.
The remote control transmitter does not
work.
The distance or range within which the
remote control transmitter can be used is
short.
CAUSE
Power cord is not plugged in or is not
completely inserted.
The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the
rear panel is not set to either end closely.
There is an influence of strong external noise
(lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or a
misoperation on this unit while using this unit.
Incorrect output cord connections.
Appropriate input source is not selected.
The SPEAKERS switches are not set properly.
Speaker connections are not secure.
The protection circuit has been activated
because of short circuit etc.
The SLEEP timer has functioned.
Incorrect setting of the BALANCE control.
Incorrect cord connections.
The + and – wires are connected in reverse at
the amplifier or speakers.
Incorrect cord connections.
No connection from the turntable to the GND
terminal.
The record is being played on a turntable with
an MC cartridge.
The component connected to the REC OUT
terminals of this unit is in the standby mode.
This unit is in the standby mode.
The PURE DIRECT switch is ON.
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of
fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote
control sensor of the main unit.
The batteries of this remote control transmitter
are too weak.
REMEDY
Firmly plug in the power cord.
Set the switch to either end closely.
Turn this unit into the standby mode and
disconnect the AC power cord from the AC
outlet. After about 30 seconds have passed,
connect the power and operate this unit again.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem
persists, the cords may be defective.
Select an appropriate input source with the
INPUT selector.
Set the SPEAKERS switch which corresponds
to the speakers to be used to the ON position.
Secure the connections.
Turning the unit into the standby mode and
then on will reset the protection circuit.
Cancel the SLEEP timer function.
Adjust it to the appropriate position.
Connect the cords properly. If the problem
persists, the cords may be defective.
Connect the speaker wires in the correct phase
(+ and –).
Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem
persists, the cords may be defective.
Make the GND connection between the
turntable and this unit.
The player should be connected to the unit
through the MC head amplifier.
Turn the power to the component on.
Turn the power to this unit on.
The PURE DIRECT switch must be switched
OFF to use those controls.
Change position of the main unit.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel
8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.03% THD .......................50W+50W
Dynamic Power per Channel
(by IHF Dynamic Headroom measuring method)