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.
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.
1Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
2Retain Instructions – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4Follow Instructions – All operating and other
instructions should be followed.
5Water 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.
6Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with
a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.
8Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its
9Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat
10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a
11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should
12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as
13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should
14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so
15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be
16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the
17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located
18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be
moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the unit and cart
combination to overturn.
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
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.
sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
that produce heat.
power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
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.
recommended by the manufacturer.
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.
that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled
into the inside of the unit.
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.
unit beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
away from power lines.
taken so that the grounding or polarization is not
defeated.
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FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
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
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.
E nglis h
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,
if engaged in a live
as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous
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
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus
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.
may not correspond with the coloured
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ENGLISH
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For
the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product.
FEATURES
• High Quality Hard Permalloy Recording/
Playback Head
• Dolby B Noise Reduction
• Recording Mute Function
• Auto Reverse Play
• Rec Reverse function
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
When you connect the unit to CRX-M5
• Remote control Capability
• Automatic Synchronized Recording
• Timer Play
• Sleep Timer
• Recording Using Timer
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
•To assure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
•Install your unit in good ventilation, a cool, dry,
clean place – away from windows, heat sources,
vibration, dust, moisture, or cold. To avoid humming
sounds, locate the unit away from other electrical
appliances, motors, and transformers. To prevent
fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and
water.
•Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may
overheat, possibly causing damage.
•Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the
set, contact your dealer.
•Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords.
•When not planning to use this unit for long periods
of time (i.e.., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC
power plug from the wall outlet.
•Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization of the
unit is not defeated.
•Do not clean the unit with chemical solvents; this
might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
•Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING”
section on common operating errors before
concluding that your unit is faulty.
•Do not place another component on top of this unit,
as damage or discoloration on the surface of the
unit may result.
•To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet during an electrical
storm.
•When disconnecting the power cord from the wall
outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.
•Do not plug the AC power plug to the wall outlet
before you finish all connections.
•The voltage to be used must be the same as that
specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher
voltage than that which is specified is dangerous
and may result in a fire or other type of accident
causing damage. YAMAHA will not be held
responsible for any damage resulting from use of
this unit with a voltage other than that which is
specified.
•Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
•Never allow metallic items (e. g. screwdrivers, tools,
etc,) to come near the record/playback head
assembly. Doing so may not only scratch or
damage the head’s mirror-smooth finish, but also
change the magnetic characteristics of the heads,
causing a deterioration in reproduction quality.
•Although the record/playback head used in this unit
is a high quality head with outstanding
reproduction characteristics, it can become dirty
through the use of old tapes or from dust
accumulation over time.
This can have a serious effect on reproduction
quality.
Clean the heads regularly with one of the
commonly available head cleaners or with cleaning
solutions as explained later in this manual.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
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.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY
INSERT.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
NOTE
Please check the copyright laws in your country to
record from records, compact discs, radio, etc.
Recording of copyright material may infringe
copyright laws.