Yamaha Audio MX-2 User Manual

MX-1

Natural Sound Stereo Power Amplifier

MX-2

OWNER’S MANUAL

CONTENTS

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

Features ................................... 3

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

Control Parts and Their

Functions ................................. 6

Troubleshooting ........................ 7

Specifications ........................... 8

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

19 Speaker Connection – To reduce the risk of shock or

fire and prevent short circuits, strictly follow the
instructions for connecting speakers on page 5.

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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 place records or other objects on top of the unit;

this will block the ventilation holes, cause the internal
temperature to rise and may result in a failure.

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

6 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.

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

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

8 To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord

and remove the antenna cable during an electrical
storm.

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.

10 Be sure to read the “Troubleshooting” section on

common operating errors before concluding that your
unit is faulty.

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.

FEATURES

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<MX-1>: 200W + 200W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.008% THD, 20–20,000 Hz
<MX-2>: 150W + 150W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.008% THD, 20–20,000 Hz

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Increased Low Impedance Drive Capability

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2-Pair Speaker Drive Capability

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REMOTE CONTROL Connector to Make the Power of This Unit Controlled
by the Pre-Amplifier CX-1 or CX-2

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Gold-Plated Input Terminals

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