Yamaha owner manual RX-497/RX-397

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RX-497/RX-397

Read the following instructions instead of "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (1 to 14 on page i) on the OWNER'S MANUAL.

1Read Iustructions All the safety and operating instructions shuuld be read before the product is operated.

2Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for l_lture reference.

3Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions shoukl be adhered to.

4Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be fullowed.

5Cleaniug Unplug this product l)'om the wall outlet belore cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners ur aerusol cleaners.

6Attachments Do nut use attachments not recommended by the product mauulacturer as they may cause hazards.

7Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example, near a bath tub. wash bowl. kitchen sink. or laundry tub: in a wet basement: or near a swimming pool: and the like.

Accessories Du not place this product on an unstable cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall. causing serious i_iury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold

with the pruduct. Any mounfing of the product should lolh)w the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a

mountiug accessory recommended by the manulhcmrelt

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product an0 cart combiliation to uvertum.

10Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided fur ventilation and tu ensure reliable operation of the product and tu prutect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed. sofa. rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the mauulhcmrer's instructions have been adhered to.

11Power Sources This product should be operated only l?om the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are nut sure of the type of power supply to your home. consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to uperate lrom battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized altemafing current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will lit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the phlg fully intu the uutlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still lhil to fit. contact your electrician tu replace your obsolete outlet. Du not defeat the sali:ty purpose of the polarized plug.

13Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely tu 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 l?om the product.

14Lightning For added protection lot this product during a lightuing storm, or when it is lell unattended and unused for

long periods uf time. unplug it lmm the wall outlet and discummct the auteuna or cable system. This will prevent damage tu the product due tu lightning and power-line

surges.

15Power Lines An outside antemm system should not be h)cated in the vicinity uf overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such puwer lines ur circuits. When installing an uutside antemm system, extreme care should be taken to keep l?om touching

such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal

16Overloading Do nut overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shuck.

17Ohject and Liquid Entry Never push ol_]ects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points ur short-out parts that cuuld result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

18Servicing Du not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removiug covers may expose you tu dangerous voltage or uther hazards. Reler all servicing to qualified service personneh

19Damage Requiring Service Unphlg this product from the wall outlet and reli:r servicing to qualified service personnel under the following condifions:

a)When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

b)If liquid has been spilled, or ohjects have fallen into the product.

c)If the product has been exposed tu rain or water.

d)If the product does not operate normally by lollowing the operating instructions. Acliust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper a{ljustmeut of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,

e)If the pruduct has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

l)When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor- mance - this indicates a need lot service.

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Contents Page Explanation of Graphical Symbols Serial NoFCC Information for US customers Iii Troubleshooting AM/FM @ Main Zone ON/OFF @ Master ON/OFF@ Zone Control @ Preset station/channel number buttons 1 to Increases or decreases the sound output level@ Input source indicators @ Sleep indicator@ Mute indicator @ Tuned indicatorAsia and General models only @ Infrared signal transmitter Sends infrared signals@ Power @ Input selector buttonsThis does not affect the OUT RE? level Handling the remote control CD player MD recorder Video Tape deck, etc Digital TV Cable TV DVD player VCR, etcMonitor Tighten the knob to secure the wire Connecting the banana plugUnscrew the knob Ground GND terminal Set up the AM loop antenna Press and hold the tab Connecting the AM loop antennaRelease the tab AC power supply cord Main Zone of this unit turns onBoth Speakers a and B can be selected Make sure that the Impedance Selector switch is1Ii tlolAVl Adjusting the Balance control Adjusting the Bass and Treble controlsAdjusting the Loudness control Using the Pure Direct buttonJflYhVef1VeJl=esre=tehVJ ML,= L,=L,= =,iiii..jJ?.i.,iiqtii .i ........ iL,i i F9 iqi.iPress Mute on the remote control to mute Sound output Mute indicator flashes in the front panel DisplayLJPm Mi r mPress TUNING/CH 1/ once to begin Automatic tuning Reception band FM or AMPress C to tune into a higher frequency Press 1to tune into a lower frequencyManual tuning is effective when station signals are weak Hold down tile button to continue tuning searchFM or AM appears in the front panel display +tr,Y+tllqi/fiPPress TUNING/CH 1/E once to begin Automatic preset tuning LjVjlqllh7Customized automatic preset tuning To E Press Memory on the front panelFlashes Front panelMemory Flashes Press Edit on the front panel againXM jack Iiii IililIl!liInformation from XM Satellite Radio, Inc Controls on the front panel Controls on the remote controls @ A-E/CAT. Category / s All Channel Search modePRESET/CH , / v a All Channel Search mode SuppliedFront panel Remote control ALL CH Search appears in the front panel displayWhen the channel number and the channel name Are displayed When the channel category is displayedWhen the artist name and the song title are displayed ChannelnameAll Channel Search mode Preset Search appears in the front panel display CAT Search appears in the front panel displayDirect Number Access mode Preset channel group letter appears Advanced Setup menu parameters Advanced Setup menu is displayed in the front Panel displayTuner Asia and General models only PressoRemote Control ID Function Code number This units Setting See page 3 5 for a complete list of available Parameters801 802Multi-room configuration and connections Zone 2 indicator flashes in the front panel display Controlling Other components This UnitComponent appears in the front panel display Component? C C C9 C C?Remote control code default settings YamahaTAP E DVDProblem Cause GeneralUnit is set to tile standby Mode TunerRemote control XM Satellite RadioVideo Section DVD player CD playerCD recorder MD recorderThis product mainly uses lead-free solder YAMAHACORPOP,ATION All rights reservedRX-497/RX-397 SalityCheckUponcompletionofanyserviceorrepairsto
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