Yamaha RX-396 Owner'S Manual Download

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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 equipment. Never pull the
wires themselves.

The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of
the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature
inside the cabinet will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing
objects against these openings, and install the unit in well-
ventilated condition. Be sure to allow a space of at least
20 cm behind, 20 cm on the both sides and 30 cm above
the top panel of the unit. Otherwise it may not only damage
the unit, but also cause fire.

Always set the VOLUME control to “–

∞

” before starting

the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an
appropriate level after playback has been started.

Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;
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.

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

10.

To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power
plug and antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.

11.

Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not
defeated.

12.

Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the
rear panel if the equipment requires more power than the
outlet is rated to provide.

13.

Voltage 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.

IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space
below.

Model:

Serial No.:

The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This 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.

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.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (General Model only)
Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in
different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located
at the rear) according to the frequency spacing in your area.
Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of
this unit from the AC outlet.

CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.