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CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit.

To assure the finest performance, please read this

manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future

reference.

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.

Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the

set, contact your dealer.

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

equipments. Never pull the wires themselves.

The openings on the unit cover assure proper

ventilation of the unit. If these openings are

obstructed, the temperature inside the unit will rise

rapidly; therefore, avoid placing objects against these

openings. Install the unit in a well-ventilated area to

prevent fire or damage.

Be sure to allow a space of at least 20 cm behind, 20

cm on both sides and 30 cm above the top panel of the

unit to prevent fire or damage.

The voltage used must be the same as that specified

on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than

specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other

accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for

any damage resulting from use of this unit with a

voltage other than specified.

Always set the VOLUME control to "

the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually

to an appropriate level after the play has been started.

Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents

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

cloth.

Be sure to read the "TROUBLESHOOTING" section

regarding common operating errors before concluding

that the unit is faulty.

10.

When not planning to use this unit for a long period

(ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from

the wall outlet.

11.

To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power

plug when there is an electric storm.

12.

Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be

taken so that the grounding or polarization of an

appliance is not defeated.

13.

Do not connect any audio equipment to the AC outlet

on the rear panel if the equipment requires more power

than the outlet is rated to provide.

E-

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 WIRES IN 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 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.

When this unit is turned off by pressing the STANDBY/ON

switch on the front panel or the remote control, the

STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights up. This

" before starting

state is called the standby mode. In this mode, this unit is

designed to consume a small amount of power. This

unit's power supply cannot be completely cut off from the

AC line until the POWER switch on the front panel is set

in the OFF position or the AC power cord is disconnected.

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. If so, set the switch to either end when this

unit's power supply is completely cut off.

SPEAKERS

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SET BEFORE POWER ON

A OR B : 6 MIN. /SPEAKER

A B : I2 MIN. /SPEAKER

EE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.

A OR B : 4 MIN. /SPEAKER

A B : 8 MIN. /SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

(Europe model)

MAINS

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED

l00W MAX. TOTAL