OWNER’S MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
U C A
Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
Récepteur stéréo “Son Naturel”
R X-596
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA stereo receiver.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce récepteur stéréo YAMAHA.
1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions
should be followed.
5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near
water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, etc.
6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A A unit and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the unit and
cart combination to overturn.
7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the
ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow
of air through the ventilation openings.
9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
that produce heat.
10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the unit.
11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to 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 from the unit.
12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the
inside of the unit.
15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
unit; or
C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit
beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located
away from power lines.
18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
•
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
CAUTION
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
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.
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Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
SPECIAL NOTES FOR FCC COMPOSITE
DEVICE (for US customers only)
This device is a composite system. The digital device
component may not cause harmful interference.
19 For US customers only:
Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is
connected to this unit, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
MAST
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.
2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only high quality
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product
MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC
authorization to use this product in the USA.
3. NOTE : This product has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations,
Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with
these requirements provides a reasonable level of
assurance that your use of this product in a residential
environment will not result in harmful interference with
other electronic devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if
not installed and used according to the instructions
found in the users manual, may cause interference
harmful to the operation of other electronic devices.
Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
interference will not occur in all installations. If this product
is found to be the source of interference, which can be
determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try
to eliminate the problem by using one of the following
measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being
affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the
antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead,
change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA
90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
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.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US customers only)
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●
80W + 80W (8Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.025% THD, 20–20,000 Hz
●
90W + 90W (6Ω) RMS Output
Power, 0.05% THD, 20–20,000 Hz
● High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance
Drive Capability
●
Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control
● CD DIRECT AMP Switch to Reproduce the
Purest CD Sound
● PURE DIRECT Switch to Reproduce the
Purest Source Sound
● 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning
● Automatic Preset Tuning
● Preset Station Shifting Capability (Preset
Editing)
● IF Count Direct PLL Synthesizer Tuning
System
● Video Signal Input/Output Capability
● SLEEP Timer
● Remote Control Capability
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......
Inside the Front Cover
FEATURES ......................................................2
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................3
CAUTION.........................................................4
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL
TRANSMITTER................................................5
CONNECTIONS...............................................6
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS...........9
BASIC OPERATIONS....................................13
TUNING OPERATIONS.................................16
PRESET TUNING..........................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................20
SPECIFICATIONS..........................................21
FEATURES
CONTENTS
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After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.
Indoor FM Antenna
AM Loop Antenna
Antenna adapter (U.S.A. and Canada models only)
Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)
Remote Control Transmitter
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
YAMAHA HIFI SYSTEM
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
REC/PAUSE
DIR BDIR A
DISC
OFF SLEEP
A/B/C/D/E
PRESET
–+
A/B
TAPE 1
VCD
/
TAPE 2
TUNER
CD
PHONO
LD
/
TV
PLAY
PLAY
VOLUMEPOWER ON
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1. To assure the finest performance, please read this manual
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
2. 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.
3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set,
contact your dealer.
4. 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.
5. 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 10
cm behind, 10 cm on the both sides and 20 cm above the
top panel of the unit. Otherwise it may not only damage the
unit, but also cause fire.
6. 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.
7. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
8. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section
regarding common operating errors before concluding that
the unit is faulty.
9. 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.
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.
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.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL
REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-
CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
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Battery installation
Battery replacement
If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used
closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both
batteries with new ones.
Notes
●
Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement.
●
Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside
the battery compartment.)
●
Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not
be used for an extended period of time.
●
If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly
before installing new batteries.
Remote control transmitter operation range
Notes
●
There should be no large obstacles between the remote
control transmitter and the main unit.
●
If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by strong
lighting (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.),
it might cause the remote control transmitter not to work
correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct
lighting.
1
3
2
PRESET STATIONS
30°
30°
Remote control
sensor
Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
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CONNECTIONS
Never plug in this unit and other components until all connections are completed.
CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER COMPONENTS
When making connections between this unit and other components, be sure all connections are made correctly, that is to say L (left)
to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also, refer to the owner’s manual for each component to be connected to this unit.
* If you have YAMAHA components numbered as 1, 3, 4, etc. on the rear panel, connections can be made easily only by
connecting the output (or input) terminals of each component to the same-numbered terminals of this unit.
*
1
,
*
2
,
*
3
: See the next page.
3
4
1
PHONO
A OR B : 6ΩMIN./SPEAKER
A B : l2ΩMIN./SPEAKER
AUDIO SIGNAL
SPEAKERS
A
B
GND
REMOTE
CONTROL
CD
TAPE 1
REC
VCR /
TAPE 2
PLAY
3
PLAY
REC
LD /
TV
IN
VCR
OUT
LD /
TV
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO SIGNAL
AUDIO SIGNAL
IN
OUT
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
GND
l20V 60Hz
l00W MAX. TOTAL
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
75Ω
UNBAL.
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OUTPUT
GND
LINE OUT
LINE IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
OUTPUT
(U.S.A. model)
To AC outlet
Turntable
LD player,
TV tuner, etc.
Video cassette recorder
or Tape deck 2
Tape deck 1
Speakers B
Speakers A
Right Left
Right Left
CD player
Monitor TV
*
2
*
1
*
3
* If a tape deck is connected to the VCR/TAPE 2 (AUDIO
SIGNAL) terminals, there is no connection to the VCR
(VIDEO SIGNAL) terminals.
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AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)
(U.S.A., Canada, and General models)
......................................................... 2 SWITCHED OUTLETS
(Australia model) ................................. 1 SWITCHED OUTLET
Use these to connect the power cords from your components
to this unit.
The power to the SWITCHED outlets is controlled by this unit’s
STANDBY/ON switch or the provided remote control
transmitter’s POWER ON/OFF keys. These outlets will supply
power to any component whenever this unit is turned on.
The maximum power (total power consumption of components)
that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) is
100 watts.
GND terminal (For turntable use)
Connecting the ground wire of the turntable to the GND
terminal will normally minimize hum, but in some cases better
results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.
For Custom Installer
For U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only
REMOTE CONTROL (IN, OUT) terminals
These terminals are used for custom installation system. When
this unit is connected to the components for custom installation
system, you can operate this unit with the system remote
control.
Connect the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of this unit to the
output terminal of the central controller for custom installation
system.
By connecting the REMOTE CONTROL OUT terminal of this
unit to the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of the other
component, you can also operate the component with the
system remote control. In this way, up to 6 components can be
connected in series.
*
1
*
3
*
2
Connect the SPEAKERS terminals to your speakers with wire
of the proper gauge (cut as short as possible). If the
connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the
speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is
correct, that is, + and – markings are observed. If these wires
are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will lack bass.
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or the
metal parts of this unit as this could damage this unit
and/or speakers.
How to Connect:
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
➀
Unscrew the knob.
➁
Insert the bare wire.
[Remove approx. 5mm
(1/4”) insulation from
the speaker wires.]
➂
Tighten the knob and
secure the wire.
Notes
●
One or two speaker systems can be connected to this unit.
If you connect only one speaker system, connect it to either
the SPEAKERS A or B terminals.
●
Use speakers with the specified impedance shown on the
rear of this unit.
●
Banana Plug connections are also possible. Simply insert
the Banana Plug connector into the corresponding terminal.
CONNECTING SPEAKERS
1
2
3
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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
●
Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminal(s) correctly, referring to the following diagram.
●
Both AM and FM indoor antennas are supplied to this unit. In general, these antennas will provide sufficient signal strength.
Nevertheless, a properly installed outdoor antenna will give clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception
quality, an outdoor antenna may result in improvement.
Connecting the AM loop antenna
* The AM loop antenna should be placed apart from the main unit. The antenna may be hung on a wall.
* The AM loop antenna should be kept connected, even if an outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
GND terminal
For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the
GND terminal to a good earth ground, which is a metal stake
driven into moist earth.
Notes
●
When connecting the indoor
FM antenna, insert its
connector into the FM ANT
terminal firmly.
●
If you need an outdoor
FM antenna to improve
FM reception quality, either
300-ohm feeder or coaxial cable may be used. In locations
troubled by electrical interference, a coaxial cable is
preferable.
PHONO
AUDIO SIGNAL
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
GND
75Ω
UNBAL.
Outdoor FM antenna
Outdoor AM antenna
AM loop
antenna
(included)
Ground
75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter
75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter
75-ohm coaxial cable
300-ohm feeder
Indoor FM
antenna
(included)
Orient so that the best
reception is obtained.
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➀
➁
➂
2
(U.S.A. model)
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CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
FRONT PANEL
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
MAN’L/AUTO FM
AUTO/MAN’L MONO
12345 678
PRESET STATIONS
BASS TREBLE
NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER
RX 596
l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30 dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
1
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FHG J
I
3
258764 9
AB
1 STANDBY/ON switch
Press this switch to turn on the power to this unit. Press it
again to turn this unit into the standby mode.
Standby mode
In this state, this unit consumes a very small quantity of
power to receive infrared-signals from the remote control
transmitter.
2 Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control transmitter.
3 Display panel
Shows various information. (For details, refer to page 11.)
4 MEMORY (MAN’L/AUTO FM) button
When this button is pressed, the
“
MEMORY” indicator flashes
for about 5 seconds. While the indicator is flashing, select a
desired preset station number by pressing the corresponding
preset station number selector button to enter the displayed
station into the memory.
When this button is held down for more than 3 seconds, the
automatic preset tuning begins. (For details, refer to page 18.)
5 TUNING DOWN/UP button
Used for tuning. Press the “UP” side to tune in to higher
frequencies, and press the “DOWN” side to tune in to lower
frequencies.
6 EDIT button
This button is used to exchange the places of two preset
stations with each other.
7 FM/AM button
Press this button to switch the reception band to FM or AM.
8 CD DIRECT AMP switch and indicator
Press this switch so that the indicator lights up to listen to a CD
source in the purest sound. (Refer to page 15 for details.)
9 PURE DIRECT switch and indicator
Press this switch so that the indicator lights up to listen to an
audio source in the purest sound. (Refer to page 15 for
details.)
0 A/B/C/D/E button
Press this button to select a desired group (A–E) of preset
stations.
10
A
PHONES jack
When you listen with headphones, connect the headphones to
the PHONES jack.
When listening with headphones privately, set both the
SPEAKERS A and B switches to the OFF position.
B SPEAKERS switches
Set the switch A or B (or both A and B) for the speaker system
(connected to this unit) you will use to the ON position. Set the
switch for the speaker system you will not use to the OFF
position.
C PRESET STATIONS buttons
Select a preset station number (1 to 8).
D Tone controls
BASS
Used to increase or decrease the low frequency response.
The 0 position produces flat response.
TREBLE
Used to increase or decrease the high frequency response.
The 0 position produces flat response.
E BALANCE control
Adjusts the balance of the output volume to the left and right
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused by
speaker location or listening room conditions.
F Continuously variable LOUDNESS control
Used to compensate for the human ears’ loss of sensitivity to
high and low-frequency ranges at low volume.
G TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L MONO) button
Press this button to switch the tuning mode to automatic or
manual. To select the automatic tuning mode, press this
button so that the “AUTO TUNING” indicator lights up on the
display. To select the manual tuning mode, press this button
so that the “AUTO TUNING” indicator goes off.
H REC OUT selector
Used to select an input source and supply that source directly
to the REC output terminals on the rear panel, independently of
the setting of the INPUT selector. This function allows you to
record the selected source while listening to another source.
I INPUT selector
Selects the input source that you want to listen to (and watch).
J VOLUME control
Used to raise or lower the volume level.
PHONES
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DISPLAY PANEL
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
1 23
456
1 Multi-information display
Displays various information, for example station frequency,
preset station number and name of selected input source.
2 STEREO indicator
Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal
strength is received.
3 Signal-level meter
Indicates the signal level of the received station.
If multipath interference is detected, the indication decreases.
4 MEMORY indicator
When the MEMORY button is pressed, this indicator flashes
for about 5 seconds. While this indicator is flashing, the
displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using
the A/B/C/D/E button and the PRESET STATIONS buttons.
5 AUTO TUNING indicator
Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode.
6 SLEEP indicator
Lights up while the built-in SLEEP timer is functioning.
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REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
The remote control transmitter provided with this unit is designed to control all the most commonly used functions of this unit. If the
CD player and tape deck connected to this unit are YAMAHA components designed for remote control compatibility, this remote
control transmitter will also control various functions of each component.
YAMAHA HIFI SYSTEM
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
REC/PAUSE
DIR BDIR A
DISC
OFF SLEEP
A/B/C/D/E
PRESET
–+
A/B
TAPE 1
VCD
/
TAPE 2
TUNER
CD
PHONO
LD
/
TV
PLAY
PLAY
VOLUMEPOWER ON
1
2
2
5
3
4
1
For Control of This Unit
1 Tuner keys
Control tuner.
+: Selects higher preset station number.
–: Selects lower preset station number.
A/B/C/D/E: Selects the group (A – E) of preset station
numbers.
2 POWER ON and OFF keys
Pressing the POWER ON key turns the power to this unit on
and pressing the OFF key turns this unit into the standby
mode.
3 Input selector keys
Select input source.
4 SLEEP timer key
This unit is automatically turned into the standby mode one
hour after this key is pressed (so that SLEEP indicator lights
up).
5 VOLUME +/– keys
Turn the volume level up/down.
For Other Component Control
Identify the remote control transmitter keys with your
component’s keys. If these keys are identical, their functions
will be the same. For each key function, refer to the
corresponding instruction in your component’s manual.
1 Tape deck keys
Control tape deck.
* DIR A, B and A/B are applicable only to double
cassette tape deck.
* For a single cassette deck with automatic reverse
function, pressing DIR A will reverse the direction of
tape running.
2 CD player keys
Control compact disc player.
* DISC is applicable only to compact disc changer.
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1
Set to the “
∞
” position.
2 Turn the power on.
3 Select the desired input source by using the INPUT
selector.
(For video sources, turn the TV/monitor ON.)
* The name of the selected input source position will
appear on the display. (For “TUNER”, the tuning mode
will appear on the display.)
* Note that selecting each input source position selects the
source which is connected to the corresponding input
terminals on the rear panel.
4 Select the speakers to be used.
* If you use two speaker systems, press both the A and B
switches.
5 Play the source. (For detailed information on the
tuning operation, refer to page 16.)
6
Adjust to the desired output level.
7 If desired, adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and
LOUDNESS controls, etc. (Refer to page 15.)
When you finish using this unit
Press the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel again or
the POWER OFF key on the remote control transmitter to turn
this unit into the standby mode.
BASIC OPERATIONS
TO PLAY A SOURCE
VOLUME
l6
20
l2
0
–dB
VOLUME
28
40
60
8
4
2
SPEAKERS
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
l6
20
l2
0
–dB
VOLUME
28
40
60
8
4
2
INPUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
STANDBY/ON
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
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AUTO/MAN’L MONO
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BASS TREBLE
NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER
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l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
From page 13 to 19, this manual describes how to operate this unit mainly by using the front panel control parts.
To operate this unit on the remote control transmitter, use the corresponding keys on the remote control transmitter.
2
7 34
7
1, 6
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
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BASS TREBLE
NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER
RX 596
l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
14
1 Select the source you want to record.
2 Play the source.
3 Confirm the source by selecting it with the INPUT
selector and turning up the VOLUME control.
4 Begin recording on the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.)
or VCR connected to this unit.
5 To monitor the sound (and/or picture) to be recorded,
select the tape deck (or VCR) being used for recording
with the INPUT selector.
Notes
●
If you want to enjoy another source while recording, select it
with the INPUT selector.
●
VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, LOUDNESS
controls, CD DIRECT AMP switch and PURE DIRECT
switch settings have no effect on the material being
recorded.
TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD)
1
3
3, 5
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
l2
0
–dB
VOLUME
28
40
60
8
4
2
INPUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
15
English
Adjusting the BASS and TREBLE
controls
Adjusting the BALANCE control Selecting the SPEAKER system
Adjust the balance of the output volume to the left and right
speakers to compensate for sound imbalance caused from
speaker location or listening room conditions.
Because one or two speaker systems can be connected to this
unit, the SPEAKERS switches allow you to select speaker
system A or B, or both at once.
BASS : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-
clockwise to decrease) the low frequency
response.
TREBLE : Turn this clockwise to increase (or counter-
clockwise to decrease) the high frequency
response.
Adjusting the continuously variable
LOUDNESS control
This control provides compensation for the human ears’ loss of
sensitivity to high and low-frequency ranges at low volume.
This control is adjustable to retain full tonal range at any
volume level.
1
Set to the “FLAT” position.
2
Set to the loudest listening
level that you would listen
in.
3
Turn until the desired
volume is gained.
BASS TREBLE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR
SPEAKERS
A
B
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
LOUDNESS
FLAT
–
30 dB
5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
LOUDNESS
FLAT
–
30 dB
5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
l6
20
l2
0
–dB
VOLUME
28
40
60
8
4
2
Using the PURE DIRECT switch
You can enjoy the purest possible sound from your audio
sources by setting this switch so that the indicator illuminates.
By doing so, the audio signals bypass the BASS, TREBLE,
BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, thus eliminating any
alteration to the audio signals.
You can enjoy the purest possible CD sound from your CD
player by setting this switch so that the indicator illuminates.
By doing so, CD’s input signals are sent to the built-in special
amplifier for CD directly bypassing the INPUT selector, BASS,
TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, and then sent
to the power amplifier. This signal routing reproduces the
purest CD sound eliminating any alterations to the CD signals.
Using the CD DIRECT AMP switch
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
Note
If both CD DIRECT AMP and PURE DIRECT switches are
on, only the CD DIRECT AMP switch will function.
16
1 Select “TUNER” as the input source.
2 Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on
the display.
3
4 Tune to a desired station manually.
* To continue tuning search, hold down the button.
1 Select “TUNER” as the input source.
2 Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on
the display.
3
4 To tune to a higher frequency, press the right side
once.
To tune to a lower frequency, press the left side once.
* If the station where tuning search stops is not the desired
one, press again.
* If the tuning search does not stop at the desired station
(because the signals of the station are weak), change to
the MANUAL TUNING method.
TUNING OPERATIONS
Normally, if station signals are strong and there is no interference, quick automatic-search tuning (AUTOMATIC TUNING) is
possible. However, if signals of the station you want to select are weak, you must tune to it manually (MANUAL TUNING).
Note
If you tune to an FM station manually, it is received in monaural
mode automatically to increase the signal quality.
AUTOMATIC TUNING MANUAL TUNING
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
AUTO/MAN’L MONO
TUNING MODE
AUTO/MAN’L MONO
DOWN
TUNING
UP
DOWN
TUNING
UP
Turn the “AUTO
TUNING” indicator off.
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
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AUTO/MAN’L MONO
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BASS TREBLE
NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER
RX 596
l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
FM AM
or
FM AM
or
FM/AM
AUTO TUNING
INPUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
3
1
4 2
17
English
1 Tune to a desired station.
(Refer to the previous page for tuning procedure.)
2 Select a desired group (A – E) of preset stations
confirming it on the display.
3
4 Select a preset station number where you want to
program the station before the “MEMORY” indicator
goes off from the display.
* In the same way, program other stations to A2, A3 ... A8.
* You can program more stations to preset station numbers
of other groups in the same way by selecting other groups
in step 2.
11 Select the group of preset stations.
22 Select the preset station number.
Notes
• A new setting can be programmed in place of the former
one.
• For presets, the setting of the reception mode (stereo or
monaural) is stored along with the station frequency.
Memory back-up
The memory back-up circuit prevents the programmed data
from being lost even if this unit is turned into the standby
mode or the power plug is disconnected from the AC outlet or
the power is cut due to temporary power failure. If, however,
the power is cut for more than one week, the memory may be
erased. If so, it can be re-programmed by simply following
the PRESET TUNING steps.
MANUAL PRESET TUNING
This unit can store station frequencies selected by tuning operation. With this function, you can recall any desired station only by
selecting the preset station number where it is stored. Up to 40 stations (8 stations x 5 groups) can be stored.
PRESET TUNING
To store stations
To recall a preset station
MEMORY
MAN’L/AUTO FM
MEMORY
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
PRESET
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
Flashes on and off
for about 5 seconds.
PRESET
MHz
FM
0
20
l00
40 60
Shows the displayed station has been
programmed to A1.
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
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BASS TREBLE
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RX 596
l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
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18
1
2
3
To tune to higher frequencies, press right side once.
To tune to lower frequencies, press left side once.
* If the TUNING button is not pressed, in a while, the
automatic preset tuning begins automatically toward higher
frequencies.
The automatic preset tuning begins from the frequency
currently displayed. Received stations are programmed to
A1, A2 ... A8 sequentially.
* If more than 8 stations are received, they are also
programmed to the preset station numbers of other groups
(B, C, D and E) in that order.
If you want to store the first station received by the
automatic preset tuning to a desired preset station
number;
If, for example, you want to store the first received station to
C5, select “C5” by using the A/B/C/D/E button and the
PRESET STATIONS buttons after pressing the MEMORY
button in step 2. Then press the TUNING button. The first
received station is stored to C5, and next stations to C6, C7 ...
sequentially.
If stations are stored up to E8, the automatic preset tuning is
finished automatically.
When the automatic preset tuning is finished;
The display shows the frequency of the last preset station.
Check the contents and the number of preset stations by
following the procedure of the section “To recall a preset
station” on page 17.
To recall a preset station
Simply follow the procedure of the section “To recall a preset
station” on page 17.
Notes
●
You can replace a preset station by another FM or AM
station manually by simply following the procedure of the
section “To store stations” on page 17.
●
If the number of received stations is not enough to be stored
up to E8, the search is finished automatically after searching
all frequencies.
●
With this function, only FM stations with sufficient signal
strength are stored automatically. If the station you want to
program is weak in signal strength, tune to it in monaural
manually and program it by following the procedure of the
section “To store stations” on page 17.
AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING
You can make use of an automatic preset tuning function for FM stations. With this function, this unit performs automatic tuning and
stores FM stations with strong signals sequentially. Up to 40 stations are stored automatically in the same way as in the manual
preset tuning method on page 17.
To store stations
Press and hold for more
than 3 seconds.
FM/AM
MEMORY
MAN’L/AUTO FM
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM/AM
TUNING MODE
EDIT
MEMORY
STANDBY/ON
A
/
B
/
C
/
D
/
E
SPEAKERSPHONES
A
ON
OFF
B
ON
OFF
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AUTO/MAN’L MONO
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BASS TREBLE
NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER
RX 596
l
PRESET
MHz
MEMORY
AM
FM
AUTO TUNING
STEREO
0
20
l00
40 60
SLEEP
LOUDNESS
REC OUT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
INPUT
FLAT
–
30dB
CD DIRECT
AMP
PURE
DIRECT
LD
/
TV
VCR
/
TAPE 2
TAPE 1
TUNER
CD
PHONO
l6
20
28
40
60
l2
8
4
2
0
–dB
VOLUME
BALANCE
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
LR 5
6
7
4
3
2
l
l0
9
8
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
55
4
3
2
l
0
l
2
3
4
Flashes.
DOWN
TUNING
UP
FM
PRESET
MEMORY
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