Yamaha Audio CDC-625 User Manual

CDC-625

Natural Sound Compact Disc Player

PLAYXCHANGE; Disc changing capability while playing another

Random Access Programmable Play

Single Track/Entire Disc/All Disc Repeat Play

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Compact Disc Player.

5-Disc Carousel Auto-changer

Random-Sequence Play

Remote Control Capability

OWNER’S MANUAL

CONTENTS

Safety Instructions.................... 2

Connections............................. 4

Identification of Components.... 5

Loading the Disc/Disc Play....... 6

Random-Sequence Play.......... 9

Program Play.......................... 10

Repeat Play............................ 12

Index Search.......................... 12

Notes about the Remote

Control Transmitter................. 13

Notes about Handling

Compact Discs....................... 13

Troubleshooting...................... 14

Specifications......................... 14

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT

1 To ensure the finest performance, please read this manual

carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

2 Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from

windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust,
moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers,
motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose
to rain and water.

3 Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat,

possibly causing damage.

4 Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the

set, contact your dealer.

5 Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When

moving the set, first turn the unit off. Then gently
disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to
other equipment. Never pull the cord itself.

6 Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;

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

7 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on

common operating errors before concluding that your unit
is faulty.

8. Do not place another component on top of this unit,

because to do so will discolor or damage the surface of
the unit.

9. To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power

cord from the household AC outlet during an electrical
storm.

10. When disconnecting the power cord from the household

AC outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.

11. When moving the unit, be sure to first disconnect the

power cord from the household AC outlet, and disconnect
cords connected to other equipment.

CAUTION FOR CARRYING THIS UNIT

Be sure not to carry or tip the unit with discs remaining in it.

CAUTION FOR MOVING THIS UNIT

When moving this unit, first remove all discs from the disc tray and
close the tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button, and then
switch off the power after you confirm that the display indicates as
follows.

Never switch off the power if the display is not pictured as above,
otherwise the unit will get out of order during moving because the
internal mechanism is not locked.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

DANGER

Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or
defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.

Laser Diode Properties

• Material: GaAlAs

• Wavelength: 780nm

• Emission Duration: continuous

• Laser Output: max. 44.6µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance of about

200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick­up Block.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

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

WARNING

As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful
to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personel only.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.

DANGER: The use of optical instrument with this product will
increase eye hazard.

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

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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CONNECTIONS

●

Before making any connections, switch OFF the power to
the unit and the amplifier or other component.

●

Connect the “LINE OUT” terminals to the “CD” (or “AUX”)
terminals of the amplifier. If the amplifier does not have
such terminals, use the “TAPE PB” terminals. For additional
details concerning these connections, refer to the operation
instructions for the amplifier being used.

●

Be sure that the left (L) and right (R) LINE OUT terminals
are connected to the corresponding (left and right) terminals
of the amplifier or other component.

●

If the placement of this unit causes noise to other
equipment, such as a tuner, separate them from each other.

This unit

To AC outlet

Connection cord (included)

Amplifier

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FRONT PANEL

OPEN/CLOSE

button

button

DISC SKIP

STOP

button

button

button

PLAYXCHANGE

PLAY/PAUSE

RANDOM button

PHONES

jack

REPEAT

button

-select button

LEVEL

control

PROG

button

SEARCH

button

SKIP

button

select button

TIME

display mode-

Display panel

Remote control sensor

POWER

switch

Disc tray

DISC

-select button

OUTPUT

Disc play

MODE

Numeric buttons

INDEX

button

button

DIMMERbutton

CLEAR

IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

The control functions on the main unit and on the remote­control transmitter are virtually identical, with the exceptions
described below.

* The PLAY/PAUSE button on the main unit has both

* Remote control transmitter has two DISC SKIP

the functions of the PLAY button and the PAUSE
button on the remote control transmitter

buttons. Pressing each button will search discs in
the direction shown by the arrow.

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