Yamaha RX-497 owner manual Tuner, Unit is set to tile standby Mode

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The

sound

is

 

 

The power of this trait is turned off. or this

Tmn

on

the power of

this unit.

 

degraded

 

when

 

unit is set to tile standby

mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

listening

with

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

headphones

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

connected

 

to the

CD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

player

or the

tape

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

deck

 

connected

to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

this

unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

sound

level

is

The

LOUDNESS control

is

fimctioning.

Set

the

LOUDNESS

control

to tile FLAT position.

16

low.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Using

the

 

BASS,

 

The

PURE DIRECT button

is turned on

The

PURE DIRECT

button

must be tin-ned off to use

 

TREBLE,

 

BALANCE

 

 

 

 

those controls.

 

 

 

and

LOUDNESS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16

controls

does

not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

affect

 

the

 

tonal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

quality.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Tuner

Problem

FM stereo

reception is

noisy.

There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained even

with a good FM FM antenna.

The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method.

Previously preset stations can no longer be tuned in.

The desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method.

AM There are continuous crackling and hissing noises.

There are buzzing and whining noises.

Cause

The particular characteristics of the FNI

steleo broadcasts being received may cause this problem when the t_ansmitter is too far away or the anteima input is poor.

There is multipath interference.

The signal is too weak

This unit has been discotmected tbr a long period.

The signal is weak or the antenna

connections are loose.

The noises may result fiom lightning,

fluorescent lamps, motors, thamostats or other electrical equipment,

A TV set is being used nearby

See

Remedy

page

Check the antenna connections.

12

T_y using a high-quality directional FM antenna

T_y using the manual aming method

Adjust the antenna position to eliminate the multipath interfez ence.

T_y using a high-quality directional FM antenna

12

T_y using the maimal aming method

21

Preset the stations again

22

Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and orient it tbr the best reception.

T_y using the manual tuning method

21

T_y using an outdoor antenna and a grolmd wire This will help somewhat, but it is difficult to eliminate all noise

Move this unit away from the TV set.

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Contents Page Serial No Explanation of Graphical SymbolsFCC Information for US customers Iii Troubleshooting AM/FM @ Zone Control @ Master ON/OFF@ Main Zone ON/OFF Increases or decreases the sound output level @ Preset station/channel number buttons 1 to@ Tuned indicator @ Input source indicators@ Sleep indicator @ Mute indicatorAsia and General models only @ Input selector buttons @ Infrared signal transmitterSends infrared signals @ PowerThis does not affect the OUT RE? level Handling the remote control Monitor Digital TV Cable TV DVD player VCR, etcCD player MD recorder Video Tape deck, etc Unscrew the knob Connecting the banana plugTighten the knob to secure the wire Ground GND terminal Release the tab Connecting the AM loop antennaSet up the AM loop antenna Press and hold the tab Main Zone of this unit turns on AC power supply cord1Ii tlolAVl Make sure that the Impedance Selector switch isBoth Speakers a and B can be selected Using the Pure Direct button Adjusting the Balance controlAdjusting the Bass and Treble controls Adjusting the Loudness controlJflYhVef1VeJl=esre=tehVJ =,iiii..jJ?.i.,iiqtii .i ........ iL,i i F9 iqi.i ML,= L,=L,=Mi r m Press Mute on the remote control to mute Sound outputMute indicator flashes in the front panel Display LJPmPress 1to tune into a lower frequency Press TUNING/CH 1/ once to begin Automatic tuningReception band FM or AM Press C to tune into a higher frequency+tr,Y+tllqi/fiP Manual tuning is effective when station signals are weakHold down tile button to continue tuning search FM or AM appears in the front panel displayLjVjlqllh7 Press TUNING/CH 1/E once to begin Automatic preset tuningCustomized automatic preset tuning Press Memory on the front panel To EFlashes Press Edit on the front panel again FlashesFront panel MemoryInformation from XM Satellite Radio, Inc Iiii IililIl!liXM jack Controls on the front panel Supplied Controls on the remote controls@ A-E/CAT. Category / s All Channel Search mode PRESET/CH , / v a All Channel Search modeALL CH Search appears in the front panel display Front panel Remote controlChannelname When the channel number and the channel name Are displayedWhen the channel category is displayed When the artist name and the song title are displayedAll Channel Search mode CAT Search appears in the front panel display Preset Search appears in the front panel displayDirect Number Access mode Preset channel group letter appears Presso Advanced Setup menu parametersAdvanced Setup menu is displayed in the front Panel display Tuner Asia and General models only802 Remote Control ID Function Code number This units SettingSee page 3 5 for a complete list of available Parameters 801Multi-room configuration and connections Zone 2 indicator flashes in the front panel display Component Controlling Other componentsThis Unit Component appears in the front panel displayC9 C C? ? C CDVD Remote control code default settingsYamaha TAP EGeneral Problem CauseTuner Unit is set to tile standby ModeXM Satellite Radio Remote controlVideo Section MD recorder DVD playerCD player CD recorderYAMAHACORPOP,ATION All rights reserved This product mainly uses lead-free solderRX-497/RX-397 SalityCheckUponcompletionofanyserviceorrepairsto
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RX-497 specifications

The Yamaha RX-497 is a noteworthy stereo receiver that combines classic design with modern features, appealing to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. This receiver is celebrated for its reliability and performance, setting a benchmark for home audio systems.

One of the standout features of the RX-497 is its power output. With 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms, it is capable of delivering robust and dynamic sound, ensuring that users can enjoy their favorite music or movies with clarity and depth. The receiver also supports a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, allowing it to reproduce a comprehensive range of audio frequencies, from deep bass to crisp highs.

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