CDX-593/493/393MKII

Compact Disc Player Lecteur Compact Disque
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Compact Disc Player. Nous vous remercions davoir port votre choix sur ce lecteur de disque audionumrique YAMAHA.

OWNERS MANUAL

FEATURES
Random Access Programmable Play Random-Sequence Play Single Track/Entire Disc Repeat Play Automatic Spacing Capability Automatic Programming for Recording to Tape Automatic Peak Level Searching Capability CD Synchronized Recording with a Compatible YAMAHA Tape Deck Adjustable Display Brightness Remote Control Capability CDX-593 Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs CDX-493 and 393MKII Optical Digital Output

MODE DEMPLOI

CARACTERISTIQUES
Lecture programmable accs alatoire Lecture en squence alatoire Lecture rpte de plage unique/disque entier Fonction despacement automatique Programmation automatique de pour lenregistrement sur bande Fonction de recherche automatique du niveau de crte Enregistrement synchronis de CD avec un magntophone cassette compatible YAMAHA Fonction de modification de luminosit de laffichage Fonctionnement par tlcommande CDX-593 Sorties numrique optique et sortie numrique coaxiale CDX-493 et 393MKII Sortie numrique optique

CONTENTS

Safety Instructions.. 2 Connections.. 4 Identification of Components.. 6 Basic Operation.. 8 Random-Sequence Play. 12 Repeat Play... 12 Program Play.. 13 Index Search.. 14 Track Programming for Recording to Tape. 15 CD Synchronized Recording.. 19 Notes about the Remote Control Transmitter.. 20 Notes about Handling Compact Discs.. 20 Troubleshooting.. 21 Specifications... 22

TABLE DES MATIERES

Attention... 3 Connexions... 4 Identification des composants.. 6 Fonctionnement de base.. 8 Lecture en squence alatoire.. 12 Lecture rpte.. 12 Lecture programme.. 13 Recherche dindex.. 14 Programmation des plages pour enregistrement sur bande.. 15 Enregistrement synchronis dun CD.. 19 Remarques concernant la tlcommande. 20 Remarques concernant la manipulation des disques compacts... 20 Dpistage de pannes... 21 Caractristiques techniques. 22

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

10 Power Sources The unit should be connected to a power

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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.
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. 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 products 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.
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. 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. from power lines.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed. 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. Carts and Stands The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn.

17 Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away 18 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

(for US customers only)

YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Associations 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 Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.
6A A unit and cart combination should be
Wall or Ceiling Mounting The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 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. Heat The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
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 Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.

English

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT
To ensure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place away from windows, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, or cold. To avoid humming sounds, locate the unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, and transformers. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and water. Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage. Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the set, contact your dealer. Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When moving the set, first turn the unit off. Always disconnect the cords from the AC outlet or other equipment by pulling the plug itself; never pull on the cord. Do not clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

Be sure to read the TROUBLESHOOTING section on common operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty. Do not place another component on top of this unit, as damage or discoloration on the surface of the unit may result. To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet during an electrical storm. grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.
10 When disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet, 11 Voltage selector (General model only)
The voltage selector (on the rear panel of this unit) must be correctly set to the voltage used locally before making any connection to the AC power supply.

WARNING

CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. DANGER Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. CAUTION (FOR CANADA MODEL) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT. FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCECAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS. As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. DANGER: The use of optical instrument with this product will increase eye hazard. Laser Diode Properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: 780 nm Emission Duration: continuous Laser Output: max. 44.6 W* * This output is the value measured at a distance of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pickup Block.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
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.

CONNECTIONS

Before making any connections, switch OFF the power to the unit and the amplifier or other components. Connections should be made to the correct input terminals of the amplifier or other components. If the placement of this unit creates interference (noise) in other equipment, such as a tuner, relocate this unit away from the affected equipment.

CDX-593

LINE OUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

To AC outlet

Optical fiber cable (not included) Connection cord (not included)
Connection cord (included) Amplifier

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

CDX-493
Optical fiber cable (not included)

CDX-393MKII

Optical fiber cable (not included) Connection cord (included) Amplifier
To connect this unit to your amplifier, choose one of the following procedures:
1 When the LINE OUT (analog) terminals of this unit are used
Be sure that the left (L) and right (R) LINE OUT terminals are connected to the corresponding (left and right) terminals of the amplifier or other component. Connect the LINE OUT terminals to the CD (or AUX) terminals of the amplifier. If the amplifier does not have such terminals, use the TAPE PB terminals. For additional details concerning these connections, refer to the operation instructions for the amplifier being used. The LINE OUT terminals of this unit are numbered 1. When connecting this unit with a YAMAHA amplifier or receiver whose terminals on the rear panel are numbered as 1, 2, 3, etc., connect the LINE OUT terminals of this unit to the input terminals numbered 1 on the rear of the amplifier or receiver.
2 When the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) terminal of this unit is used
Before using this terminal, remove the terminals cover. Make the connection from this terminal to the optical input terminal of an amplifier by using a commercially available optical fiber cable. * Use an optical fiber cable that conforms to EIAJ standards. Other cables might not function correctly. Be sure to replace the terminals cover when this terminal is not being used, in order to protect the terminal from dust. This terminal can also be connected to the optical input terminal of a digital audio tape deck (DAT) etc. to record CD onto a tape directly.

CDX-593 and CDX-493

The signal output level to an amplifier can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button.
3 CDX-593 When the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) terminal of this unit is used
Make the connection from this terminal to the digital input terminal of an amplifier by using a connection cord. The signal output level to an amplifier can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button.
IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS
( ) indicates the page number on which the control part is best described.

FRONT PANEL

The control functions on the main unit and on the remote control transmitter are virtually identical, with the exceptions below. (PLAY/PAUSE) button on the main unit has both the functions of the PLAY button and the PAUSE button on the remote control transmitter. The SKIP/SEARCH button on the main unit has both the functions of the SKIP button and the SEARCH button on the remote control transmitter.

CDX-593, CDX-493

POWER switch (p. 8) AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator CDX-593 only (p. 11) SKIP/SEARCH button (p. 9,10)

Display panel

POWER OPEN/CLOSE

AUTO DISPLAY OFF

SKIP/SEARCH

PHONES

OUTPUT LEVEL

Disc Tray (p. 8)

Remote control sensor (p. 20)

PHONES jack (p. 11)

POWER switch (p. 8)
Disc Tray (p. 8) Remote control sensor (p. 20)
SKIP/SEARCH button (p. 9,10)
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
DIMMER button (p. 11) TAPE button (p. 15) TIME button (p. 10) SYNCHRO button (p. 19) OPEN/CLOSE button (p. 8) CLEAR button (p. 14)
SYNCHRO DIMMER TIME OPEN/ CLOSE

PEAK button (p. 18)

PEAK 2

TAPE 3

SPACE button (p. 10)

1 INDEX

PROG (program) button (p. 13) INDEX button (p. 14)

Number buttons (p. 9)

REPEAT

RANDOM

REPEAT button (p. 12)

SEARCH

RANDOM button (p. 12) SEARCH button (p. 10)
OUTPUT LEVEL button (p. 11) CDX-593 and CDX-493 only STOP button (p. 9)

SKIP button (p. 9)

STOP PLAY

PLAY button (p. 8)

PAUSE button (p. 9)
* The CDX-593 is used for illustration purposes in this manual. Any difference in the operation of other models is clearly indicated in this instruction (for example, CDX-593 only). This manual describes how to operate this unit by using the remote control transmitter. To operate this unit from the front panel, use the corresponding buttons on the front panel.

BASIC OPERATION

SYNCHRO DIMMER TIME OPEN/ CLOSE SPACE 1 PEAK 2 TAPE 3 CLEAR PROG

1 Turn the power on.

3 Close the disc tray.

OPEN/ CLOSE

2 Load a disc.

Label side up

Disc tray
Play will begin from the first track of the disc.
Display information during disc play
Notes After closing the disc tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button, the display shows the total number of tracks and the total recorded time of the disc for a few seconds.

SINGLE

1 Shows the track number selected or being played. 2 Shows the time displays. (Refer to Selecting time displays on page 10.) 3 CDX-593 and CDX-493 Shows the signal output level to an amplifier or the headphones, adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. 4 Displays the CD track numbers (up to 20). After each track is played, its corresponding number disappears so that remaining track numbers can be seen at a glance.

You can also close the disc tray by pressing the PLAY button button on the front panel), a number button, the (or RANDOM button, or by pressing the front edge of the disc tray gently. If the tray is closed in any of these ways, play will begin automatically, however, the display will not show the total number of tracks and the total recorded time of the disc.

To turn off the power

Press the POWER switch again. * If you turn on the power again with a CD in the tray, you can start playing the CD automatically.

To stop play temporarily

To stop play completely
To resume play, press the PAUSE button again (or press the PLAY button). * button on the front panel can also be used to stop play temporarily or to resume play.
To play a desired track on the disc

DIRECT PLAY

Select a desired track using the number buttons.

SKIP PLAY

To skip to a succeeding track, press the SKIP button once or repeatedly until the desired track number appears.

5 SKIP

The selected track number is displayed.
To skip to the beginning of the current track, press the button once. SKIP
Example: To select track 25, Press the number 10 button twice, then press the number 5 button once.
To skip to a preceding track, press the SKIP button repeatedly until the desired track number appears.
(twice) * If you enter a number that is higher than the last track number on the disc, the final track is played. Caution When the disc tray is open, do not touch the inside gear wheel. If you touch the gear wheel, your finger may be caught in the closing tray and injured. These operations can also be performed when the unit is in the pause or stop mode. When using the SKIP button on the remote control transmitter: If the button is pressed and held, the track number continuously changes to higher numbers (or lower numbers). When using the SKIP/SEARCH button on the front panel: Be careful not to press and hold the button, otherwise the selected track is played forward (or backward) rapidly.

Gear wheel

To advance or reverse play rapidly (MANUAL SEARCH)

To advance rapidly

The sound can be heard (although slightly garbled) during manual search in either direction. This is convenient for locating a precise position within a track, or for reviewing the contents quickly. Manual search can also be performed while disc play is paused, though no sound will be heard. When using the SKIP/SEARCH button on the front panel: Be careful not to release the button just after it is pressed, otherwise the play is skipped to the beginning of the next track or returned to the beginning of the current track.

To stop program play

Press the STOP button. The first programmed track number will be displayed. To resume play, press the PLAY button. Play will begin from the beginning of the program.

To correct program data

1. 2. 3. Follow the procedure described in To check program data. Display the track number to be corrected by pressing the SKIP button. Press a number button to select a track to replace the one displayed. The previously programmed track will be cleared from the memory and the new one will be programmed. After the correction has been completed, press the PROG button or the PLAY button.

To check program data

1. 2. 3. Press the STOP button to stop the program play. Press the PROG button. button. Each time you press this Press the SKIP button, the track number and the program number is displayed in the order of the program. When you want to button. check the preceding tracks, press the SKIP 4.
To cancel a program sequence
There are three methods, as described below. Press the STOP button or the CLEAR button while the unit is stopped. Open the disc tray. Switch off the power.

INDEX SEARCH

If the disc includes index numbers, play can be started from any desired index number.
1 Select a track which has index numbers.
To cancel the index search function
Press the INDEX button. Notes Not all discs have index numbers. The index system is a method for sub-dividing tracks into smaller divisions (for example, the movements within classical symphonies) for easier location of those parts. The liner notes with the disc usually tell if such index numbers are included. If an index number is selected that is higher than any index number on that disc, play will start from the last index number point on the disc. For some discs, play may begin slightly prior to the actual designated index point. If the disc has no encoded index points, play will begin from the start of the selected track. The index number can be designated only while the INDEX number display is illuminated.
3 Select the desired index number.
TRACK PROGRAMMING FOR RECORDING TO TAPE
The unit can automatically program tracks considering the tapes total time. This convenient feature can help you to program tracks so that they fit onto the tape with the least amount of unrecorded space remaining at the end of each side (A and B) of the tape.
L Automatic tape-programming
The unit can automatically program tracks on a disc in their original order.
4 Otherwise, you can enter the tapes total possible
recording time manually. Example: For a C-64 tape (32 minutes on each side)

Stop the unit.

5 Press the REPEAT button.
The unit automatically programs tracks for side A and side B separately considering the tapes total time.

6 Begin recording on the tape deck and press the
PLAY button on this unit at the same time.
7 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape.
* The peak level searching function of this unit is useful for adjusting the recording level on the tape deck. (Refer to page 18.) Turn the tape over to side B, resume recording and, at the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. Notes All the tracks may not be programmed if the tapes length is not enough. To program all tracks, use a longer tape. In step 5, you can check the program data for side A and side B.
2 You can automatically insert additional time space
between tracks. (Refer to page 10.)

PROGRAM A

3 Enter the tapes total possible recording time.
You can select any of four tape lengths by pressing the TAPE button.
1 The total number of programmed tracks of each side appears momentarily when the automatic programming is finished. Then the first programmed track number for side A reappears. 2 Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side. 3 Shows the side of the tape. 4 Shows the programmed track numbers for each side. To check, cancel or correct program data, refer to page 14. * In checking the program data, note that Pu appears between track numbers for side A and side B. You can use CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING if you have a YAMAHA tape deck with this function. In step 6 and 7, press the SYNCHRO button then press the PLAY button on this units remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins (for details, refer to page 19.)
L Manual tape-programming
For recording tracks in any desired order onto a tape.
SYNCHRO DIMMER TIME OPEN/ CLOSE SPACE 1 PEAK 2 TAPE 3 CLEAR PROG INDEX 6
5 Select the track numbers to be recorded on side B in

any desired order.

2 3, 5 6, 7
6 Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY
button on this unit at the same time.
7 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape. 1 Follow steps on page 15. 2
Turn the tape over to side B, resume recording and, at the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. Notes If, in step 3 or 5, E rr appears on the display, the track number just selected cannot be programmed because there is not enough time remaining on the tape. However, at this time, if any other track number is flashing continuously on the display, you can program it instead of the unprogrammable one. In step 3 or 5, each time a selection is made, the track number and the tapes remaining time will be displayed, and then the display will change to indicate the next program number. You can use CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING if you have a YAMAHA tape deck with this function. In step 6 and 7, press the SYNCHRO button then press the PLAY button on this units remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins (for details, refer to page 19.) To check, cancel or correct program data, refer to page 14. * In checking the program data, note that Pu appears between track numbers for side A and side B. A maximum of 25 tracks can be programed. If you insert a pause in your program, it is counted as one track. This function can be used to program up to track number 24. If the disc has more than 24 tracks, track number 25 and thereafter can not be programmed.

The track numbers you can program flash.
3 Select the track numbers to be recorded on side A in
The selected track numbers stop flashing and remain lit. If a track is too long to fit on the remaining portion of side A, the number stops flashing and disappears. You can not program a number that stops flashing and disappears.
4 When track selection for side A is finished, press the

TAPE button.

PROGRAM B

A pause is inserted.

L Automatic Random Program tape recording
The unit can automatically program tracks in random order for recording to tape.

2 3, 4

1 The total number of programmed tracks of each side appears momentarily when the automatic programming is finished. Then the first programmed track number for side A reappears. 2 Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side. 3 Shows the side of the tape. 4 Shows the programmed track numbers for each side. To check, cancel or correct program data, refer to page 14. * In checking the program data, note that Pu appears between track numbers for side A and side B. You can use CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING if your tape deck has this function. In step 3 and 4, press the SYNCHRO button then press the PLAY button on this units remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins (for details, refer to page 19.)
1 Follow steps on page 15. 2
The unit will automatically program tracks for side A and side B separately considering the tapes total time.
3 Begin recording on the tape deck and at the same time,
press the PLAY button on this unit.
4 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape.
Turn the tape over to side B. Resume recording and, at the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. Notes Because the programmed data changes every time the RANDOM button is pressed, the amount of time remaining at the end of the tape also changes accordingly. If the tapes length is not enough, not all tracks can be programmed. In this case, exchange the tape for a longer one. In step 2, you can check the program data for side A and side B.
Automatic searching for the peak level on a disc
This convenient feature automatically finds level peak in the source. It then plays the peak repeatedly for a few moments in order for you to adjust the recording level on the tape deck, before you begin recording.

To cancel this function

Press the STOP button. (Some other buttons can also be used to cancel this function.) Notes Sound peak levels are randomly selected by this units internal microcomputer. Therefore, even if a peak search is performed twice or more on the same disc, the same peak may not be selected each time. However, this will not greatly affect the adjustment of recording levels. In program play mode, this feature functions with programmed tracks only. If program play is being performed, first press the STOP button, and then press the PEAK button. If program play is not being performed, press only the PEAK button.

The peak level search is performed on the disc.
Next, the part where the source level peaks is repeatedly played. Adjust the recording level on the tape deck listening to this sound.
CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING
This unit can perform automatic synchronized CD to tape recording. With this function, you can record a CD on tape very easily and more precisely. This recording method requires a YAMAHA tape deck compatible with this function. (Refer to the tape decks operation manual to know whether it is compatible or not.) * This unit and the tape deck must be placed near each other so that both can receive the signals from this units remote control transmitter.

1 Load the disc.

4 If necessary, select a desired track.
2 Load a tape on the tape deck.
* The peak level search function of this unit is useful for adjusting the recording level on the tape deck. (Refer to page 18.)
Both CD play and tape deck recording begin. * CD play begins a little later than recording starts.
6 If you want to stop recording temporarily and restart
recording from a desired track, follow steps again. This unit enters into the pause mode, and the tape deck enters into the REC/PAUSE mode. * In this mode, the time display on this unit flashes on and off.
Press the STOP button. Notes To finish or stop the recording, press the stop button on your tape deck. A programmed sequence of tracks can also be recorded with this function, instead of recording an entire disc. (Refer to page for the programming procedure.) This function can also be used together with the automatic tape-programming function. (Refer to page 15 17.)
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
Battery installation Remote control transmitter operation range

Remote control sensor

Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet)

Battery replacement

If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used closer to the main unit than usual, 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.

The disc tray does not close completely. Play does not begin.
Improper amplifier operation. Sound skips. The player is being subjected to vibrations or impacts. The disc is dirty. Sound hums. Improper cable connections.
Noise from a nearby tuner. Noise from inside of the disc tray. The remote control transmitter does not work.
The tuner is too close to the player. The disc may be warped. The batteries of this remote control transmitter are too weak. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of the main unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION
Frequency response.. 2 Hz 20 kHz, 0.5 dB Harmonic distortion + noise (1 kHz) <CDX-593>... 0.0025% or less <CDX-493, CDX-393MKII>.. 0.003% or less S/N ratio <CDX-593>.. 115 dB or more <CDX-493, CDX-393MKII>.. 105 dB or more Dynamic range <CDX-593>.. 98 dB or more <CDX-493, CDX-393MKII>.. 95 dB or more Wow & flutter... Unmeasurable Output voltage (1 kHz, 0 dB). 2.00.5 V Headphones output (20 dB) <CDX-593 and CDX-493 only>.. 20040 mV/150 ohms

GENERAL

Power requirements U.S.A. and Canada models.. 120 V, 60 Hz Australia model.. 240 V, 50 Hz Europe and U.K. models.. 230 V, 50 Hz General model.. 110/120/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption.. 20 W Dimensions (W H D) <CDX-593,CDX-493>.. 272 mm (17-1/4 3-7/8 10-3/4) <CDX-393MKII>.. 273 mm (17-1/4 3-7/8 10-3/4) Weight <CDX-593,CDX-493>.. 3.6 kg (7 lbs. 15 oz.) <CDX-393MKII>. 3.5 kg (7 lbs. 11 oz.) Accessories.. Connection cord Remote control transmitter Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)
Please note that all specifications are subject to change without notice.
YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA
ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD1 7JS, ENGLAND SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, VSTRA FRLUNDA, SWEDEN MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA

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