Yamaha KX-493 Cassette Player User Manual
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1. 16 W KX 493 WRMS 0 07 12 W KX 393 W Peak enrt a lumens 0 12 5 W Standby Signal to Noise Ratio Dimensions W x H x D lt KX 493 gt KXSA49 Bilans ste rsrireienne 435 x 125 5 x 278 5 mm Dolby NR off 60 dB Approx 17 1 8 x 4 15 16 x 11 Dolby B NR on 68 dB KX 393 aanananannaennennnnanennneeeenenee 435 x 125 5 x 283 mm Dolby C NR on 76 dB Approx 17 1 8 x 4 15 16 x 11 1 8 lt KX 393 gt Weight Dolby NR Off x s cscdcesdsidcitennicdiennciee eis 58 dB KX 493 Se 4 5 kg 9 Ibs 15 oz Dolby B NR on 66 dB KX 393 E 4 4 kg 9 lbs 11 oz Dolby C NR on 74 dB Accessories Frequency Response Output input cord 1 pair lt KX 493 gt Normal tape 20 dB 20 17 000 Hz 3 dB Specifications subject to change without notice CrO2 tape 20 dB 20 18 000 Hz 3 dB Metal tape 20 dB 20 20 000 Hz 3 dB lt KX 393 gt Normal tape 20 dB 20 16 000 Hz 3 dB CrO2 tape 20 dB 20 17 000 Hz 3 dB Metal tape 20 dB 20 19 000 Hz 3 dB Harmonic Distortion 0 8 17 ENGLISH Probl me Cause Rem de Le son de lecture est touff et les2. YAMAHA KX 493 KX 393 Natural Sound Stereo Cassette Deck Platine a cassette st r o de la s rie Natural Sound YAMAHA NATURAL SOUND STEREO CASSETTE DECK KX 493 EEEE ttl all allel lal ee mit dmm he he 1 COUNTER REPEAT AUTO TAPE RESET MEMORY OFFIOMIFULL TUNNG ca co C0 PHONES LEVEL BIAS ADJUST PLAY TRIM salance REC SS YAMAHA GF He ad Cassette Stabilizer ns tan So8 9 mmmmmmmmmmpmmmm hh Hh in E a e a PHONES LEVEL BIAS ADJUST PLAY TRIM BALANCE REC EE T G De REC PAUSE MUTE SEARCH MIN MAX R MIN MAX p YAMAHA GF Head Cassette Stabilizer OWNER S MANUAL MODE D EMPLOI Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA stereo cassette deck 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 e Explanation of Graphical Symbols 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 servicin
3. To adjust the volume level Use the volume control of the amplifier or receiver To use headphones for private listening Insert the headphones plug into the PHONES jack To adjust the headphones level Use the PHONES LEVEL control DOLBY NR bution setting in step 2 DOLBY NR OFF D0 B OU C MPX button Be sure to set the DOLBY NR OFF D0 B OOC MPX button according to the system used for recording Each time this button is pressed Dolby NR switches as follows OUB MPX OFF For a tape recorded with DOLBY B NR Only the DO B indicator lights DUC MPX OFF For a tape recorded with DOLBY C NR Only the Od C indicator lights DOB MPXON available only for recording DOC MPXON available only for recording OFF For a tape recorded with DOLBY NR OFF No indicator lights Note The MPX filter settings are explained on page 9 NR OFF D Oo O a B NR cc 5 10 dB C NR 3 10 dB o ao Z 20 100 1k 10k 20k Hz PLAY TRIM control adjustment When the level of high frequencies is too boosted or absent while playing a tape recorded on another cassette deck adjust the high frequency response with the PLAY TRIM control When high frequencies are When high frequencies are too boosted attenuate the absent boost the high high frequencies frequencies PLAY TRIM PLAY TRIM 0 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e _ e PLAY TRIM PLAY TRIM High frequency sound is too boosted T
4. 3 Set the timer to the time you wish to start and stop playback 4 Set the TIMER switch to the PLAY position TIMER REC OFF PLAY 5 At the preset time the timer will turn power on to the amplifier receiver and cassette deck and begin playback It will shut power off at the preset time as well ending playback Note Whenever the timer recording playback is not intended make sure to set the TIMER switch to OFF position to prevent the unnecessary recording playback e f the TIMER switch is set to REC position and the power is supplied plugging in the power cord or automatically supplying the power after power failure etc the deck automatically enters Rec mode and the contents of the cassette tape inserted in the deck will be erased 13 CASSETTE TAPES CASSETTE TAPES There are many different types of cassette tapes available However they all conform to standard specifications so any brand may be used with the deck e Classification of Cassette Tapes by Formulation Cassette tapes are available in four basic types depending on their formulation or type of magnetic material and manufacturing process These four types are commonly known as Normal Type I NORM Chrome Type II HIGH lt CrO2 gt Ferrichrome Type III FeCr and Metal Type IV METAL and they each require specific tape deck adjustments for optimum performance YAMAHA does not recommend the use of 120 minute length cassettes since the extreme thinn
5. broadcast with DOLBY C NR DOC and MPX FILTER indicators light OFF Recording with no noise reduction No indicator lights e MPX filter FM stations transmit a 19 kHz pilot signal in addition to the broadcast program Sometimes this pilot signal may leak into the audio output depending on the tuner and broadcast conditions This signal can cause improper operation of the Dolby NR systems Activating the MPX filter B TYPE C TYPE MPX ON settings will effectively remove the signal AUTO TAPE TUNING button in step 4 Pressing this button during the REC PAUSE mode will activate the Auto Tape Tuning that makes it possible to internally determine the optimum recording characteristics bias and recording sensitivity according to the loaded cassette tape in about 20 seconds To perform the Auto Tape Tuning send the tape leader part forward and set the PLAY TRIM control and the BIAS ADJUST control to the center position before pressing the AUTO TAPE TUNING button When the Auto Tape Tuning is completed the TAPE TUNING indicator lights After completion of Auto Tape Tuning the tape automatically rewinds to the point where the Auto Tape Tuning began and the REC PAUSE mode is engaged The bias adjustment with the BIAS ADJUST control is possible even after this tuning 10 To clear Auto Tape Tuning setting press the AUTO TAPE TUNING button once again or load any cassette tape of different type When recording on the other side of t
6. is necessary ENGLISH DOloorsy e e ne 4x pro STANDBY ON O O Sag seers CELL LL LL LL I INTRO SCAN gt YAMAHA GF Head Cassette Stabilizer DUN TER y rs SES eS Se I PHONES LEVEL SIASADIUST PLAVTAM cac REC Q KD Q REC PAUSE _MUTE SEARCH aK RES Ran I I Oo To an AC outlet oom 00000 o zooo O ja us Tuner Amplifier or receiver Audio timer Timer recording 1 After turning on the power to each component select the station on your tuner which you want to record and turn down the volume on your amplifier receiver This will have no effect on the recording signal level Remember to set the proper recording level 2 Set the timer to the desired recording start and stop times Itis advisable to set the timer to begin recording slightly before and end slightly after the actual broadcast receiving time to leave some room for later editing 3 Set the TIMER switch to the REC position TIMER REC OFF PLAY 4 The timer will send power to the amplifier receiver tuner and deck at the preset time turning all the components on and initiating the recording Timer playback 1 Turn on the amplifier receiver and adjust the volume and tone controls 2 Set the input mode selector of your amplifier receiver to the cassette deck function mode
7. possible performance please read this manual carefully ENGLISH Choose the installation location of your unit carefully Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to source of heat Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust heat cold or moisture Keep it away from sources of hum such as transformers or motors Do not open the cabinet as this may result in damage to the deck or electrical shock If a foreign object should get into the deck contact your local dealer When removing the power plug from the wall outlet always pull directly on the plug never pull the cord itself Do not apply excessive force when operating switches and knobs When moving the deck be sure to first pull out the power plug and remove all cords connecting the deck to other equipment Do not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as this may damage the finish Use a clean dry cloth Never allow metallic items e g screwdrivers tools etc to come near the record playback head assembly Doing so may not only scratch or damage the head s mirror smooth finish it may also change the magnetic characteristics of the heads causing a deterioration in reproduction quality Although the record playback head used in this unit is a high quality head with outstanding reproduction characteristics it can become dirty through the use of old tapes or from dust accumulation over time This can have a serious effect on repr
8. the STANDBY ON switch e Set your amplifier or receiver to cassette deck function mode MPX FILTER indicator KX 493 When a tape is loaded the corresponding OUB OUC indicators tape type indicator lights ENGLISH STANDBY ON m DD lt lt YAMAHA GF Head Cassette Stabilizer TIMER PHONES PLAY TRIM REC PAUSE 1 PHONES LEVEL 2 KX 393 MPX FILTER indicator When a tape is loaded the corresponding OUB OUC indicators tape type indicator lights STANDBY ON o nese UN Rony AUTAA ort mE utie aa gt D e E BIAS ADJUST PLAY TRIM REC a GE cn z AN ZA R x As 4 As N REC PAUSE lt lt Cassette Stabilizer O i PHONES PLAY TRIM REC PAUSE 1 PHONES LEVEL 2 Press STANDBY ON to turn this unit on Press again to set it to the standby mode Please note that this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power when set to the standby mode Insert the cassette with the DOLBY NR EJECT OFF DXB DOC MPx exposed tape side facing down and OLD the side to be played facing you a To close the compartment push in omy the compartment door until it locks shut See next page To stop playback Press the O button To fast forward the tape Press the gt gt button To fast rewind the tape Press the lt lt button
9. to record REC LEVEL control is set to too low Protective tabs are broken off Adjust REC LEVEL control Change tape or cover protective hole with adhesive tape Search does not operate Recorded section is too short Recorded section has low level portions Conversation etc has been recorded Blank sections must be at least 4 seconds long No remedy No remedy High frequencies in the playback sound are emphasized and unpleasant to listen to and noise level hiss is also high Dolby NR recorded tape is played back in OFF position Play back in appropriate Dolby NR position 16 Fault Cause Cure Playback sound is muffled and high frequencies are inaudible e Normally recorded tape is played back in Dolby NR e Heads are dirty e Heads are magnetized e Playback in OFF position e Clean heads and carry out demagnetiza tion with head demagnetizer When playing back tapes recorded on other decks meter deflections are greater smaller than when recorded e Basic levels are different for different cassette decks e This is not a fault KX 493 only Recordings cannot be made with TIMER REC deck only plays back e Protective tabs on cassette have been broken off e Replace cassette tape or cover tab holes with tape etc The remote control transmitter cannot be operated e The batteries are exhausted e The remote
10. G TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS This owner s manual covers YAMAHA cassette deck models KX 493 and KX 393 Please check which model you have purchased and read the sections that apply to your particular model There may be some unnecessary items so please skip them accordingly TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES zoenen eare EEE Nea E aA oaa eE eSEE 4 TIMER RECORDING PLAYBACK KX 493 only 13 CONNECTIONS int tecepecechlecstcd asdessesdgacstaaansecexedins 4 Timer recording sisse iidiioreren iersinii enian tasiis 13 PLAY BAG EE a bas its io 5 Tim r DlAVOACK sr oien E EEn 13 SELECTION SEARCH ie 7 CASSETTE TAPES trsseczssz sceceesctapitesscits tiated ae 14 INTRO SCAN ia enee eitea Denarau aiara iani i T OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUB PANEL MEMORY STOP OPERATION 8 KX493 ONY Jecira ieaiaia nnsa 15 REPEAT PLAYBACK KX 493 only 8 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER 15 R EGORDING sement serment es 9 MAINTENANCE ire 15 REC MUTE OPERATION cccscccsccesseeseesteesseesseeeees 12 TROUBLESHOOTING sise 16 0 STOP OPERATION iii 12 SPECIFICATIONS sise 17 REC RETURN OPERATION cc cccsseesteeeseeesteeeseeeees 12 FEATURES e Dolby HX Pro Dynamic Bias Servo e Play Trim Control for improved playback compatibility e Dolby B C Noise Reduction with other decks e Secure Holding Damper Cassette Stabilizer allows you
11. Mod le pour les Etats Unis et le Canada 120 V 60 Hz Mod le pour l Europe et le Royaume Uni 230 V 50 Hz Mod le pour l Australie 240 V 50 Hz Mod le universel 110 120 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Consommation 16 W KX 493 12 W KX 393 5 W Veille Dimensions L x H x P KX 493 2 5 tristes 435 x 125 5 x 278 5 mm KX S93 25 0 435 x 125 5 x 283 mm Poids KX 493 ee 4 5 kg WKS 93 RE ET 4 4 kg Accessoires C ble d entr e sortie ccceceereteeeee 1 paire Les caract ristiques techniques sont sujettes a des changements sans pr avis YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE BUENA PARK CALIF 90620 U S A YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC LTD 135 MILNER AVE SCARBOROUGH ONTARIO M1S 3R1 CANADA YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G m b H SIEMENSSTR 22 34 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG F R OF GERMANY YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S A RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE LA VALLEE CEDEX02 FRANCE YAMAHA ELECTRONICS UK LTD YAMAHA HOUSE 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD HERTS WD1 7JS ENGLAND YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A B J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1 BOX 30053 400 43 VASTRA FR LUNDA SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 17 33 MARKET ST SOUTH MELBOURNE 3205 VIC AUSTRALIA YAMAHA CORPORATION VZ 77980 Printed in Malaysia
12. Normally it is best to adjust the BALANCE control such that the LEFT and RIGHT meter readings are even METAL NORM HIGH dB 30 20 17 14 12 10 8 6 4 oo 0 2 4 6 8 8 1 e The DO mark indicates the Dolby noise reduction system standard level and corresponds to the 2 dB segment on the meter Bias adjustment The BIAS ADJUST control is for fine adjustment of the recording bias Normally it is not necessary to adjust this control since the recording bias can be automatically adjusted by the built in Auto Tape Selector and the AUTO TAPE TUNING button for different tape types However if you feel that your recording needs further bias adjustment to compensate for absent or distorted high frequencies adjust this control to your liking When high frequencies are distorted increase the recording bias by turning the BIAS ADJUST control clockwise When high frequencies are absent decrease the recording bias by turning the BIAS ADJUST control countercl
13. T Fe RE Flat ae G High frequency sound is 100 1k 10kHz absent YAMAHA NATURAL SOUND STEREO CASSETTE DECK INTRO indicator o i gt gt lt lt lt INTRO SCAN gt MUTE SEARCH SELECTION SEARCH To play back a desired selection by searching for the beginning of the selection To search for the next selection To search for the beginning of the current To search for the selection located MUTE SEARCH selection MUTE SEARCH before the current selection When the beginning of the current selection is played MUTE SEARCH ee To ee The lt lt or gt gt button and the MUTE SEARCH button should be pressed simultaneously INTRO SCAN To play back the beginning of each selection automatically To play back each selection in the reverse direction lt INTRO SCAN The INTRO lt indicator lights during reverse intro scan To play back each selection in the forward direction INTRO SCAN gt The INTRO gt indicator lights during forward intro scan To resume normal playback when the desired selection is found a Notes on Selection search and Intro scan e The blank interval between selections must be at least 4 seconds e Selection search and Intro scan may not operate properly with tapes recorded with a low record level or with excessive noise ENGLISH REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL indi
14. ation 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 units 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 attention to receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit 12 Cleaning The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer 13 No Use 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 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 be
15. cator MEMORY indicator YAMAHA NATURAL SOUND STEREO CASSETTE DECK 106 482 gg lrreererm REPEAT Ci D COUNTER RESET OFF 0 M FULL COUNTER MEMORY KI ES MEMORY indicator COUNTER RESET COUNTER MEMORY MEMORY STOP OPERATION To return to the desired position Pressing the MEMORY button memorizes the desired counter reading The MEMORY indicator gt MEMORY lt lt REPEAT PLAYBACK KX 493 only 0 M a section repeat With this function a desired section can be played repeatedly up to 8 times 1 Press the REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL button so that the REPEAT 0 M indicator lights REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL 2 Press the RESET button at the beginning of the section you want to play repeatedly The counter on the display is reset to 0000 RESET 3 Press the MEMORY button at the end of the section during playback The MEMORY indicator on the display lights up and the tape immediately begins rewinding MEMORY During fast forwarding or rewinding the tape will stop at the counter reading point where the lights MEMORY button was pressed To cancel the memorized counter reading press the MEMORY button again The MEMORY indicator goes out gt be MEMORY or The tape is rewound until the counter has returned to the beginning of the section The deck then enters the playback mode and the specified secti
16. control transmitter is operated from an incorrect distance or angle e The remote control sensor is lighted strongly e Replace batteries e Operate it from less than 7 meters about 23 ft and 30 e Place the unit away from the strong light SPECIFICATIONS Track Configuration 4 track 2 channel stereo Input Sensitivity Impedance Motor LiNE eeestis arnik 100 mV 50 k ohms KX 493 oo ccccccccceeesseeeeeees DC servo motor capstan Output Level Flat torque DC motor reel LiNE osese ireanii 570 mV 1 0 k ohms 110 CE LE ER A E DC servo motor Phones ooecccccececccccceceeeccececeecestececeeees 1 5 mW 8 ohms Head isisisi Recording playback hard permalloy Channel Separation 1 KHZ ccccceeeeeeeees 40 dB Erase double gap Ferrite head Cross Talk 125 Hz 55 dB Rapid Transport KX 493 oe cecccceccteecseeesseesseeesseessseeeeess 90 sec C 60 GENERAL KX 399 irre kc cencenisiierneigieee mean 100 sec C 60 Power Supplies Wow and Flutter U S A and Canada model 120 V 60 Hz lt KX 493 gt Europe and U K model 230 V 50 Hz WRMS shit aiminestetfeineerestresinstnete test 0 05 Australia model cccc0ceeeeeeeeeeeee 240 V 50 Hz WGPOAK vcisisssidiasaasssciccacanavassanncs sastesaesscarsearaasaaanones 0 08 General model 110 120 220 240 V 50 60 Hz lt KX 393 gt Power Consumption
17. ds become faint and sometimes inaudible Head is dirty Head is magnetized Tape is damaged or of poor quality Clean head Demagnetize head using head demagnetizer Change to a different tape Recorded sound is distorted Tape is bad stretched or deformed etc Cassette shell is warped Recording level is too high Replace with a fresh tape A warped cassette shell cannot be fixed Replace with another tape and test Check input level with signal level meter and use lower rec level when recording Tape is playing back but no sound is heard Faulty connection between deck and stereo amplifier receiver Check and secure connections Excessive noise Head is dirty Head is magnetized Worn out or poor quality tape Connection s improperly made Affected by external electrical noise Clean head Demagnetize head with head demagnetizer Change to better tape Check input and output connections and reinsert properly Move away from electrical appliances TV fluorescent light electric blanket etc Excessive wow wavering of the sound Dirty capstan pinch roller etc or poor tape Tape is wound unevenly Clean capstan and pinch roller or change to better tape Rewind tape Tape stops in the middle of recording or playback Slack tape or tape spillage wound around capstan Insert pencil in hole in cassette shell and turn to take up slack Fails
18. e 0 M FULL Repeat Playback KX 493 only Selection to reduce unwanted vibration and modulation noise Search and Bi Directional Intro Scan e Fine Adjustment of Recording Characteristics with Auto e Recording Mute function Tape Tuning and Bias Adjust Control 160 kHz High Recording Bias prevents cross modulation beat distortion that can occur between the recording bias and the recording signal s high frequency content KX 493 only CONNECTIONS U S A model om To an AC outlet REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Make sure that power to both the deck and your amplifier receiver are turned off before making any connections e The White plug on the paired connecting cables corresponds to the Left channel and the Red plug corresponds to the Right channel Make sure that the left and right channel connections are properly made and that the plugs are inserted firmly REC OWT TAPE PB e The LINE OUT PLAY jacks on the deck should be connected to the TAPE PB Playback Input jacks on your amplifier receiver and the LINE IN REC jacks on the deck should be connected to the REC OUT Rec Output jacks on your amplifier receiver e Connect the power cord to an AC wall outlet or to an AC outlet on the rear panel of your amplifier receiver if provided Amplifier or receiver PLAYBACK Preparation for playback e Be sure to set the TIMER switch to the OFF position KX 493 only then turn on
19. ess of the tape makes them susceptible to mechanical and recording problems AUTO TAPE SELECTOR DETECTION SLOTS The deck has a built in Auto Tape Selector which automatically adjusts for the proper bias level and equalization according to the tape formulation all you have to do is load a cassette and the Auto Tape Selector does the rest The Auto Tape Selector determines which type of tape is loaded by sensing detector slots in the top of the tape shell Each tape formulation has its own characteristic hole markings standardized by the tape industry e Early model Metal Type IV Metal tape formulation cassette shells do not have the slots for Auto Tape Selector operation As a result early model Metal type tapes recorded on another deck will be played back with the deck at the Chrome Type II HIGH lt CrO gt settings YAMAHA does not recommend using this kind of tape e The deck does not have the required setting for Ferrichrome Type III FeCr tape since this tape formulation is not widely used Should you use a Ferrichrome tape it will be recorded and played back at the Normal Type I NORM settings which will result in an unnatural high frequency emphasis This effect may be compensated for somewhat by adjusting the BIAS ADJUST to the plus direction during recording or by using the PLAY TRIM control and or the tone controls of your amplifier receiver during playback TYPE Il TYPE IV Detector slots Detecto
20. g instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 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 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 An applicance 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 ona bed sofa rug or similar surfaces that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in install
21. hautes fr quences sont inaudibles e Une bande enregistr e normalement est lue avec Dolby NR e Les t tes sont sales e Les t tes sont magn tis es e Ne pas utiliser le r ducteur Dolby NR e Nettoyer les t tes et effectuer la d magn tisation avec un d magn tiseur de t te Lors de la lecture de bandes enregistr es sur d autres platines les d flexions du compteur sont plus grandes plus petites qu l enregistrement e Les niveaux de base sont diff rents pour e Ceci n est pas un d faut diverses platines KX 493 seulement Les enregistrements ne sont pas possibles avec TIMER REC la platine ne fait que lire e Les languettes de protection sur la e Remplacer la cassette ou couvrir les cassette ont t bris es trous des languettes avec une bande adh sive etc La t l commande ne fonctionne pas e La pile est d charg e e La t l commande est actionn e d une e La faire fonctionner moins de 7 m tres distance ou sous un angle incorrects et sur 30 e Le d tecteur de la t l commande est e Placer l appareil l abri de lumi res fortement clair e Remplacer la pile fortes CARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES Configuration des pistes 4 pistes 2 canaux st r o Moteur KX 493 Moteur asservi CC cabestan Moteur CC couple uniforme bobine KX 393 EE Moteur asservi CC T tes Enregistrement lec
22. he tape another Auto Tape Tuning is unnecessary When recording on the same type cassette tape of a different brand another Auto Tape Tuning is advisable for much more accurate setting of the recording characteristics AUTO TAPE TUNING The Auto Tape Tuning function improves the quality of your recording permitting critical adjustment of the deck s recording bias and sensitivity for best results with every tape you use With the Auto Tape Tuning function the recording characteristics recording bias and sensitivity are automatically adjusted while recording and playback operations in about 20 seconds to accurately match the characteristics of loaded tape For example the recorded output level in the figure may differ from recording input level in the figure due to widely varying characteristics of cassette tapes between brands Using the Auto Tape Tuning function these differences are effectively eliminated by adjusting the recording bias for high frequencies and sensitivity for overall frequencies according to the loaded cassette tape making a significant contribution to overall recording quality in the figure Frequency Hz Output Level dB Setting the recording level in step 5 Play the loudest passage of the source to be recorded and watch the meter readings Adjust the REC LEVEL control so that the highest peak may not exceed the optimum levels of each tape type
23. heads to cause poor high frequency reproduction At this time you should use a commercially available head demagnetizer e When cleaning the tape path or demagnetizing the heads be sure to follow carefully the instructions of the concerning materials such as cleaning fluid or head demagnetizer 15 TROUBLESHOOTING If your cassette deck fails to operate normally check the following table It lists common operating errors and simple measures which you can take to correct the problem If it cannot be corrected or the symptom is not listed disconnect the deck s power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help Fault Cause Cure Tape doesn t move in recording or playback Power plug is not properly plugged in End of tape Cassette shell is warped or damaged Reinsert plug properly Rewind tape or flip it over Do not play damaged tapes It happens that this unit does not work normally There is an influence of strong external noise lightning excessive static electricity etc or a misoperation was performed while using this unit Turn this unit power off and disconnect the AC power from the AC outlet After about 30 seconds have passed connect the power and try again REC PAUSE button fails to function No cassette tape loaded Protective tabs are broken off Load a cassette tape Change tape or cover protective hole with adhesive tape Soun
24. ockwise KX 493 BIAS ADJUST BIAS ADJUST Output Level dB Frequency Hz Insufficient bias High frequencies are distorted gt Optimum bias Excessive bias High frequencies are absent Synchronized recording function When operating this unit in combinaton with the YAMAHA CD Player which has SYNCHRO button on its remote control transmitter CD Synchronized recording function can be utilized This function is operated with the remote control transmitter of the CD Player Regarding the operation refer to the manual of the CD Player SYNCHRO indicator of this unit lights when the SYNCHRO button of the remote controller is pressed 11 I v l Oo Z m Tape counter lt lt Tape counter lt a COUNTER RESET MUTE SEARCH COUNTER RESET MUTE SEARCH REC MUTE OPERATION Inserting a blank space during recording During recording A 4 second blank interval is automatically recorded on the tape and then the deck enters Rec Pause mode If a blank interval longer than 4 seconds is desired keep pressing the button as long as you want When the MUTE SEARCH button is released the deck enters Rec Pause mode after making a 4 second blank interval MUTE SEARCH 0 STOP OPERATION To return to the 0000 point During recording RESET lt lt e E E The tape will be aut
25. oduction quality Clean the heads regularly with one of the commonly available head cleaners or with cleaning solutions as explained later in this manual 10 Be sure to read the TROUBLESHOOTING section of this 11 manual for advice on common operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference 12 Voltage Selector General model only The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local mains voltage BEFORE plugging in the AC mains supply Voltage selector adjustable between 110 120 220 240 V AC 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 avoid prolonged exposure to excessive volume levels Note Please check the copyright laws in your country to record from records compact discs radio etc Recording of copyright material may infringe copyright laws FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLU
26. omatically rewound to the 0000 point The 0000 point is memorized REC RETURN OPERATION To return to the point at which the recording previously started During recording lt lt e If the lt lt button is pressed during recording Rec Return operation automatically rewinds the tape to the point where the button was pressed DOLBY HX PRO DYNAMIC BIAS SERVO SYSTEM This unit incorporates the Dolby HX Pro system which Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension automatically controls the effective bias to reduce manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories distortion and noise improving high frequency Licensing Corporation HX Pro originated by Bang amp response during recording Tapes recorded with this Olufsen system retain the same high quality even when played DOLBY the double D symbol pgand HX PRO are back on any other cassette deck trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 12 LUI aj exe 219 Te7 Nd QE KX 493 Medal hia With a commercially available audio timer it is possible to make recordings and initiate playback automatically at any time Make sure that all power cord connections between the timer and amplifier receiver are properly made TIMER YAMAHA NATURAL SOUND STEREO CASSETTE DECK Kx 493 For details refer to the instructions of your audio timer No change in any of the other connections between the deck and amplifier receiver etc
27. on is played repeatedly Note The length between the start and end points of the 0 M repeat section should be more than 4 counts Full repeat With this function the cassette side being played can be repeated up to 8 times Press the REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL button so that the REPEAT FULL indicator lights REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL gt To cancel repeat playback To cancel the 0 M repeat or Full repeat press the REPEAT OFF 0 M FULL button so that both REPEAT 0 M and REPEAT FULL indicators go off Each time this button is pressed Repeat mode switches as follows 0 M repeat gt Full repeat OFF RECORDING Preparation for recording e Be sure to set the TIMER switch to the OFF position KX 493 only then turn on the STANDBY ON switch e Set your amplifier or receiver to cassette deck function mode STANDBY ON ENGLISH MPX FILTER indicator PEAK level meters TAPE TUNNG indicator SYNCHRO and REC indicators Tape counter YAMAHA naturat sounn stereo CASSETTE DECK Kx 493 STANDEVION OUB OUC indicators TIMER REC OFF PLAY Ce ms nn EJECT YAMAHA GF Head Cassette Stabilizer 4 STANDBY ON TAPE TUNNG indicator Tape counter SYNCHRO and REC indicators es EE YAMAHA ES i 6 DOB DOC indicators 2 OUN AUTOTAPE DOLBY NI RESET TU TER R MEMORY INING OFF DUB DOCMPX l
28. 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 product OFF and ON please try to eliminate the problem using one of the following measures Relocate 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 your local retailer that is authorized to distribute this type of product If you cannot 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 CAUTION READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT This unit is a sophisticated stereo cassette deck To ensure proper operation for the best
29. r slots 14 PROTECTING YOUR RECORDINGS All cassette tapes are provided with erasure protection holes to prevent accidental erasure of recorded contents There is a small tab covering the hole on each side of the cassette and it should be broken off after recording the tape Without this tab covering the hole it is impossible to record onto that tape Thus you can safely protect a recording for as long as you wish without fear of accidental erasure Should you wish to use a cassette tape protected in this way for recording simply covering the hole with adhesive tape will permit erasure and re recording e When using Chrome Type II HIGH lt CrO2 gt or Metal Type IV METAL tapes make sure you do not cover the hole intended for the Auto Tape Selector operation TAKING UP SLACK IN THE TAPE As a precaution against tape entanglement and damage remove any slack in the tape before inserting cassettes into the deck This is accomplished by inserting a pencil pen or similar object into one of the spools and gently winding it until all the slack is removed You do not have to wind it too tightly Be careful not to touch the tape part itself It is very delicate and touching it may damage the tape and its recorded contents STORING CASSETTES After putting a cassette tape back into its case store it in a location away from exposure to direct sunlight humidity high temperatures and magnetic fields away from television set
30. s speakers etc High temperatures and humidity will damage the tape itself while exposure to magnetic fields may cause a loss of recorded material Avoid touching the tape surface with your fingers since dirt or finger oil will contaminate the deck s heads OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUB PANEL To open the sub panel ENGLISH To close the sub panel OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER With the optional remote control transmitter RKX1 you can operate this unit at your listening position For details refer to the instruction manual supplied with the remote control transmitter REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE Remote sensor 7 m 23 feet 30 30 MAINTENANCE CLEANING OF THE TAPE PATH Continued high quality performance of your deck is dependent upon periodic cleaning of the heads capstan pinch roller and all surfaces over which the tape travels Normal use will cause an accumulation of dirt and dust on the heads capstans and pinch rollers This can lead to poor sound quality drop outs intervals with no sound unsteady tape speed loss of high frequency response etc Thus clean the heads and all surfaces over which the tape travels with a commercially available cleaning cassette and fluid type cleaner Inside of the cassette compartment Heads A a raliet DEMAGNETIZATION After 20 30 hours of use enough residual magnetism will build up on the
31. t os Es YAMAHA GF Head Cassette Stabilizer COUNTER RESET BIAS ADJUST 3 MUTE SEARCH 4 5 COUNTER MEMORY REC PAUSE 1 Insert the cassette with 2 3 ee the exposed tape side DOLBY NR Play th EJECT Lp n facing down and the OFF OUB DUC MPX ay the side to be recorded gt a so b a UE facing you To close the ene i G compartment push in Fecoraed the compartment door until it locks shut Z REC See next page 4 AUTO TAPE 5 RAAE REG pala Shape of REC controls are 6 TUNING See AUTO slightly different with KX 393 TAPE TUNING button page 10 See Setting the recording level page 11 To stop recording Press the O button To stop recording temporarily Press the REC PAUSE button To resume recording press the button Tape counter and COUNTER RESET button Before starting recording press the RESET button to set the counter reading to 0000 Use this counter to aid in locating a point on a tape DOLBY NR button setting in step 2 DOLBY NR OFF OOB OO0C MPxX button Each time this button is pressed Dolby NR switches as follows gt DOB MPX OFF Recording with DOLBY B NR Only the DOB indicator lights DOC MPX OFF Recording with DOLBY C NR Only the DOC indicator lights DOB MPX ON Recording an FM broadcast with DOLBY B NR DOB and MPX FILTER indicators light ODOC MPXON Recording an FM
32. ture permalloy dur T te d effacement ferrite double entrefer Transport rapide KX 493 nr Sinan 90 secondes C 60 KX 393 100 secondes C 60 Pleurage et scintillement lt KX 493 gt Valeur efficace pond r e 0 05 Valeur cr te pond r e 0 08 lt KX 393 gt Valeur efficace pond r e 0 07 Valeur cr te pond r e 0 12 Rapport signal bruit lt KX 493 gt Dolby NR l arr t 00 0 ecceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Dolby B NR en marche Dolby C NR en marche lt KX 393 gt Dolby NR Parr t 0 ecceeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeees Dolby B NR en marche Dolby C NR en marche R ponse en fr quence lt KX 493 gt Bande normale 20 dB 20 17 000 Hz 3 dB Bande CrO2 20 dB 20 18 000 Hz 3 dB Bande m tal 20 dB 20 20 000 Hz 3 dB lt KX 393 gt Bande normale 20 dB 20 16 000 Hz 3 dB Bande CrOz2 20 dB 20 17 000 Hz 3 dB Bande m tal 20 dB 20 19 000 Hz 3 dB Distorsion harmonique 0 8 Sensibilit d entr e imp dance MEV e CRE 100 mV 50 kohms Niveau de sortie Ligne 570 mV 1 0 kohms CASQUE sc ietadeerenrneninues 1 5 mW 8 ohms S paration des canaux 1 KHZ 40 dB Diaphonie 125 HZ 55 dB GENERALES Alimentation
33. yond those means described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel 17 Grounding or Polarization The precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization of an unit is not defeated This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet even if the unit itself is turned off This state is called the standby mode In this state the unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power FCC INFORMATION U S A 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 Cables 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
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