CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT

1To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

2Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture or cold. In a cabinet, allow about 10 cm (4 in.) of free space all around RX-E400 for adequate ventilation.

3Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds.

4Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from cold to hot, nor locate this unit in an environment with high humidity (i.e., a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this unit, which may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

5Avoid installing this unit in a location where foreign objects may fall onto this unit or where this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:

•Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit.

•Burning objects (i.e., candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

•Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall, spilling the liquid and causing an electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.

6Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

7Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections are complete.8Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage.9Do not use excessive force on switches, knobs and/or cords.

10When disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.

11Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

12Use only the voltage specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than as specified.

13To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet during an electrical storm.

14Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reason.

15When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (i.e., vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

16Be sure to read the “Troubleshooting” section on common operating errors before concluding that this unit is faulty.

17Before moving this unit, press STANDBY/ON to set the unit in standby mode, then disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

18VOLTAGE SELECTOR (General model only)

The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110/120/ 220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

CAUTION FOR CARRYING THE UNIT

Before carrying the unit, first remove the disc from the unit, press STANDBY/ON to turn the unit off, then disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

RX-E400 (U.S.A., Canada and General models) The nameplate is located on the bottom of 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 buttom of the unit. Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.

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 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.

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