Yamaha MCX-CA15 owner manual Operation modes

OPERATION

Operation modes

The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for user flexibility. Before using the MCX-CA15, you must set the operation mode to either “A”, “B” or “C” depending on your system configuration.

CAUTION

Be sure to set the operation mode before connecting the MCX-CA15 to a live power source.

■Operation Modes

	Mode	Usage
A mode		Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as a companion to a client. In this mode you can
A B C		also control a YAMAHA AV receiver connected to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box from the client’s
		remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. In this mode, the MCX-CA15 is fully
		controllable from the client.
	MODE
B mode		Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for a system other than the
A B C		MusicCAST system and you also want to automatically turns on the MCX-CA15 or switches it to
		sleep mode using input signals using the input level sensing function*. In this mode, the
		MCX-CA15’s power is controlled by audio signals input from the connected external component.
	MODE
C mode		Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for a system other than the
A B C		MusicCAST system and you do not want to use the input level sensing function*. In this mode,
		the MCX-CA15’s power is controlled by control signals input from the connected external
		component.
	MODE

*For details on the input level sensing function, see page 11.

CAUTION

In “B” and “C” modes, you cannot adjust the volume level from the MCX-CA15. Signals input through the AUDIO IN jack are not converted before being output. If loud sounds are output, your speakers may be damaged. Before listening to components for the first time, lower the volume on the component to minimum.

Notes

•In “B” mode, if no signal is detected for five minutes or longer, the MCX-CA15 enters sleep mode.

•In “B” and “C” modes, when a component is connected to the AUDIO IN jack, the input default setting is “AUDIO IN”. However, when no component is connected, the default setting is “AV IN”.

•Before connecting or disconnecting an external component to/from the AUDIO IN jack, be sure to unplug the MCX-CA15 from a live power supply.

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