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The unit should be situated so that its proper ventilation. The unit should be mounted to persons. The unit should be used near water - Unplug it is left unattended and unused for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings - The unit should be walked on or pinched by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation - or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into and liquids are not likely to be read before the unit is located on the unit. 11 Power-Cord Protection - or D. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may impede the flow of this Owner's ...
The unit should be situated so that its proper ventilation. The unit should be mounted to persons. The unit should be used near water - Unplug it is left unattended and unused for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings - The unit should be walked on or pinched by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation - or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into and liquids are not likely to be read before the unit is located on the unit. 11 Power-Cord Protection - or D. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may impede the flow of this Owner's ...
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...electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . We Want You Listening For A Lifetime YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most importantly, without annoying blaring or distortion - Since ...be used according to the instructions found to be the source of interference, which can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING MAST GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE...
...electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . We Want You Listening For A Lifetime YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most importantly, without annoying blaring or distortion - Since ...be used according to the instructions found to be the source of interference, which can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING MAST GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE...
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... cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit. - this unit for any damage resulting from use of plug to avoid humming sounds. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for future reference. 2 Install this unit in the standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet... to this unit. 6 Do not cover this unit with liquid in order not to rain, water, and/or any service is turned off. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any type of liquid. 4 Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from the wall outlet. 17 Before moving this unit...
... cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit. - this unit for any damage resulting from use of plug to avoid humming sounds. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for future reference. 2 Install this unit in the standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet... to this unit. 6 Do not cover this unit with liquid in order not to rain, water, and/or any service is turned off. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any type of liquid. 4 Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from the wall outlet. 17 Before moving this unit...
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and Canada models) PRESET + A/B/C/D/E TUNER TUNER CD PHONO D-TV VCR TAPE / MD SLEEP DVD A SPEAKER B VOLUME + (Australia model) Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3) APPENDIX E-1 English FEATURES q 100W + 100W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.019% THD, 20-20,000 Hz q 120W + 120W (6Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.03% THD, 20-20,000 Hz q High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability q Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control q CD DIRECT AMP Switch to Reproduce the Purest CD Sound q PURE DIRECT Switch to Reproduce the Purest Source Sound q 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning q Remote ...
and Canada models) PRESET + A/B/C/D/E TUNER TUNER CD PHONO D-TV VCR TAPE / MD SLEEP DVD A SPEAKER B VOLUME + (Australia model) Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3) APPENDIX E-1 English FEATURES q 100W + 100W (8Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.019% THD, 20-20,000 Hz q 120W + 120W (6Ω) RMS Output Power, 0.03% THD, 20-20,000 Hz q High Dynamic Power, Low Impedance Drive Capability q Continuously Variable LOUDNESS Control q CD DIRECT AMP Switch to Reproduce the Purest CD Sound q PURE DIRECT Switch to Reproduce the Purest Source Sound q 40-Station Random Access Preset Tuning q Remote ...
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... station number (1 to increase or decrease the low frequency response. r Tone controls BASS Used to 8). CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL 1 2 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON 34 5 6 7 8 9 DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - E-2 This function allows you...
... station number (1 to increase or decrease the low frequency response. r Tone controls BASS Used to 8). CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL 1 2 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON 34 5 6 7 8 9 DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - E-2 This function allows you...
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... turn on those components' instruction manuals for details. 1 Tape deck keys These keys control tape decks. * DIR A, B and DECK A/B apply only to control other YAMAHA components are YAMAHA components designed for disc changers only. POWER 1 DECK A/B TAPE DIR A 1 DIR B DISC SKIP CD 2 2 3 PRESET + A/B/C/D/E TUNER TUNER CD PHONO D-TV VCR TAPE / MD SLEEP...
... turn on those components' instruction manuals for details. 1 Tape deck keys These keys control tape decks. * DIR A, B and DECK A/B apply only to control other YAMAHA components are YAMAHA components designed for disc changers only. POWER 1 DECK A/B TAPE DIR A 1 DIR B DISC SKIP CD 2 2 3 PRESET + A/B/C/D/E TUNER TUNER CD PHONO D-TV VCR TAPE / MD SLEEP...
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... be used closer to which set of them immediately. TREBLE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS s Battery installation 1 3 2 s Remote control transmitter operation range NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - In this case, reposition the...
... be used closer to which set of them immediately. TREBLE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS s Battery installation 1 3 2 s Remote control transmitter operation range NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - In this case, reposition the...
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... unit and other components, be sure all connections are made easily only by connecting the output (or input) terminals of this unit. * If you have YAMAHA components numbered as !, #, $, etc. FM ANT IN VCR OUT PHONO ZONE2 OUT R L AUDIO SIGNAL MONITOR OUT ZONE2 OUT VIDEO SIGNAL CD 1 DVD D-TV IN VCR...
... unit and other components, be sure all connections are made easily only by connecting the output (or input) terminals of this unit. * If you have YAMAHA components numbered as !, #, $, etc. FM ANT IN VCR OUT PHONO ZONE2 OUT R L AUDIO SIGNAL MONITOR OUT ZONE2 OUT VIDEO SIGNAL CD 1 DVD D-TV IN VCR...
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If these wires are faulty, no sound will lack bass. How to Connect: Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) REAR PANEL PARTS s IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch WARNING Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to either end. The impedance of each speaker must be set the switch to this unit. If this unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch is on, otherwise this unit may not be 12Ω or higher. If you use two pairs of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or higher. (Right position) If you use one pair of speakers, the ...
If these wires are faulty, no sound will lack bass. How to Connect: Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) REAR PANEL PARTS s IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch WARNING Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to either end. The impedance of each speaker must be set the switch to this unit. If this unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch is on, otherwise this unit may not be 12Ω or higher. If you use two pairs of speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8Ω or higher. (Right position) If you use one pair of speakers, the ...
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These outlets will not function except the PHONES jack and the SPEAKERS switches. Connect the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of this unit to this unit is turned on the front panel are turned off. • When you use this unit. By connecting the REMOTE CONTROL OUT terminal of this unit to the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) is connected to these to connect the power cords from your A/V components to the output terminal of the central controller for adjusting the overall sound level. Notes • When you can be connected in some...
These outlets will not function except the PHONES jack and the SPEAKERS switches. Connect the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of this unit to this unit is turned on the front panel are turned off. • When you use this unit. By connecting the REMOTE CONTROL OUT terminal of this unit to the REMOTE CONTROL IN terminal of that can be connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET(S) is connected to these to connect the power cords from your A/V components to the output terminal of the central controller for adjusting the overall sound level. Notes • When you can be connected in some...
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...in the second room. ZONE 2 CONNECTIONS You can be connected as shown. If you own these products, you consult with the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for the Zone 2 connections which will best meet your requirements. This feature enables you to set this unit to reproduce...• A video monitor for the second room y • Since there are able to connect directly OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN to 6 YAMAHA components can make up a multi-room audio-video system with the supplied remote control in the Zone 2 mode) Infrared signal receiver REMOTE CONTROL OUT ...
...in the second room. ZONE 2 CONNECTIONS You can be connected as shown. If you own these products, you consult with the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for the Zone 2 connections which will best meet your requirements. This feature enables you to set this unit to reproduce...• A video monitor for the second room y • Since there are able to connect directly OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN to 6 YAMAHA components can make up a multi-room audio-video system with the supplied remote control in the Zone 2 mode) Infrared signal receiver REMOTE CONTROL OUT ...
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... terminal For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground, which is connected to this unit. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas. In general, these antennas will provide sufficient signal strength. FM ANT PHONO ZONE2 OUT R L AUDIO SIGNAL 75...
... terminal For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground, which is connected to this unit. Consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about the outdoor antennas. In general, these antennas will provide sufficient signal strength. FM ANT PHONO ZONE2 OUT R L AUDIO SIGNAL 75...
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... you use the corresponding keys on the rear panel. 4 Select the speakers to be used. E-10 BASIC OPERATIONS TO PLAY A SOURCE 2 7 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
... you use the corresponding keys on the rear panel. 4 Select the speakers to be used. E-10 BASIC OPERATIONS TO PLAY A SOURCE 2 7 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
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English VARIOUS SOUND CONTROL s Adjusting the BALANCE control Adjust the balance of sensitivity to high and low-frequency ranges at low volume. By doing so, the audio signals bypass the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, thus eliminating any alteration to the audio signals. s Using the CD DIRECT AMP switch You can enjoy the purest possible CD sound from your CD player by setting this clockwise to increase (or counterclockwise to the CD signals. SPEAKERS A B A SPEAKER B s Adjusting the continuously variable LOUDNESS control This control provides ...
English VARIOUS SOUND CONTROL s Adjusting the BALANCE control Adjust the balance of sensitivity to high and low-frequency ranges at low volume. By doing so, the audio signals bypass the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and LOUDNESS controls, thus eliminating any alteration to the audio signals. s Using the CD DIRECT AMP switch You can enjoy the purest possible CD sound from your CD player by setting this clockwise to increase (or counterclockwise to the CD signals. SPEAKERS A B A SPEAKER B s Adjusting the continuously variable LOUDNESS control This control provides ...
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... to enjoy when you want to this unit in the standby mode. BASIC OPERATIONS TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD) NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
... to enjoy when you want to this unit in the standby mode. BASIC OPERATIONS TO RECORD A SOURCE TO TAPE (OR MD) NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
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..., you tune to it is possible. Note If you must tune to an FM station manually, it manually (MANUAL TUNING). 42 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
..., you tune to it is possible. Note If you must tune to an FM station manually, it manually (MANUAL TUNING). 42 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - BALANCE 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 L5 4 5R TUNING MODE...
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... · CD · PHONO TUNER TAPE/MD CD DVD PHONO VOLUME 20 28 D-TV 40 VCR 60 ∞ 16 12 8 4 2 0 -dB NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5-... frequencies selected by selecting the preset station number where it can be erased. NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 ...
... · CD · PHONO TUNER TAPE/MD CD DVD PHONO VOLUME 20 28 D-TV 40 VCR 60 ∞ 16 12 8 4 2 0 -dB NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5-... frequencies selected by selecting the preset station number where it can be erased. NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 ...
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... automatic preset tuning to the preset station numbers of other as in the manual preset tuning method on page 14. 23 1 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - The first received station is...
... automatic preset tuning to the preset station numbers of other as in the manual preset tuning method on page 14. 23 1 NATURAL SOUND STEREO RECEIVER RX-777 STANDBY/ON DOWN TUNING UP PURE DIRECT CD DIRECT AMP A/B/C/D/E 1 PHONES SPEAKERS A B MEMORY MAN'L/AUTO FM EDIT FM/AM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASS 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 -5 4 5- - - The first received station is...
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... for a long period. Adjust it is set short circuit etc. Incorrect cord connections. in the PROBLEM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help somewhat but it to the GND terminal. No sound or no longer be corrected, or if the fault is...
... for a long period. Adjust it is set short circuit etc. Incorrect cord connections. in the PROBLEM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help somewhat but it to the GND terminal. No sound or no longer be corrected, or if the fault is...
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and Canada models AC 120V, 60 Hz [Australia model AC 240V, 50 Hz Power Consumption [U.S.A. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of this remote control transmitter are subject to change without notice. total Dimensions (W x H x D 435 x 151 x 390.3 mm (17-1/8" x 5-15/16" x 15-3/8") Headphones Output/ Impedance Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF) Weight 9.8 kg (20 lbs. 14 oz.) 0.47V/470 ohms Mono/Stereo 76 dB/70 dB Frequency Response (CD to SP OUT 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz) PHONO MM to REC OUT .......... 0.008% ...
and Canada models AC 120V, 60 Hz [Australia model AC 240V, 50 Hz Power Consumption [U.S.A. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of this remote control transmitter are subject to change without notice. total Dimensions (W x H x D 435 x 151 x 390.3 mm (17-1/8" x 5-15/16" x 15-3/8") Headphones Output/ Impedance Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF) Weight 9.8 kg (20 lbs. 14 oz.) 0.47V/470 ohms Mono/Stereo 76 dB/70 dB Frequency Response (CD to SP OUT 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHz) PHONO MM to REC OUT .......... 0.008% ...