KX-W592 KX-W492 KX-W392 NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! PLAY ⁄ Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/PLAYBACK POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT EJECT PLAY TRIM 0 – DIRECTION RESET POWER DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C ! PLAY SEARCH STOP EJECT PH
Thank you for purchasing the YAMAHA KX-W592/KX-W492/KX-W392 stereo cassette deck. CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1. This unit is a sophisticated stereo cassette deck. To ensure proper operation for the best possible performance, please read this manual carefully. 2. 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.
FEATURES ESPAÑOL Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation, HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.
CONNECTIONS LINE IN-LINE OUT REC PLAY 4 3 L R To an AC outlet REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Make sure that power to both the deck and your amplifier/ receiver is turned off before making any connections. ÷ 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.
ENGLISH PLAYBACK (Common to DECKs A and B) Preparation for playback ÷ Turn on the POWER switch. ÷ Set your amplifier or receiver to cassette deck function mode.
DOLBY NR selector setting (in step 3) Be sure to set the DOLBY NR selector according to the system used for recording. : Both sides of the tape are played back. After playing, the deck stops at the end of the tape. (When the tape running direction is set to ¤, only the reverse side is played.) OFF: For a tape recorded with DOLBY NR OFF. B: For a tape recorded with DOLBY B NR. C: For a tape recorded with DOLBY C NR. : Both sides of the tape are repeatedly played back (up to 8 times).
! RESET ENGLISH MUTE/SEARCH Example: KX-W592 ⁄ NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! PLAY ⁄ POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT EJECT PLAY TRIM 0 – + DECK B BALANCE REC LEVEL 4 5 6 1 0 1 3 7 2 2 2 8 3 3 1 9 4 4 0 10 L5 5R FRANÇAIS Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/PLA
Example: KX-W592 NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! ⁄ PLAY Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/PLAYBACK POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A DOLBY NR MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT PLAY TRIM 0 EJECT – MODE + DECK B BALANCE REC LEVEL 4 5 6 1 0 1 3 7 2 2 2 8 3 3 1 9 4 4 0 10 L5 5R PHONES PLAY TRIM RELAY PLAYBAC
ENGLISH DIGITAL SUPER SURROUND (DSS) ( KX-W592 only) This unit incorporates a sophisticated, multi-program Digital Super Surround function, which allows you to expand and shape the audio sound field, for a theater-like experience in the listening room.
RECORDING Preparation for recording ÷ Turn on the POWER switch. ÷ Set your amplifier or receiver to cassette deck function mode.
DOLBY NR selector setting (in step 3) Set the DOLBY NR selector according to your purpose. OFF: No noise reduction. B: For recording the sources with Dolby B NR. C: For recording the sources with Dolby C NR. ÷ Dolby noise reduction is an extremely effective method of reducing undesirable background hiss on tapes. This unit incorporates both Dolby B NR and the newer Dolby C NR system. Dolby C NR is approximately twice as effective as the earlier Dolby B NR.
! MUTE/SEARCH Example: KX-W592 ⁄ NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! PLAY ⁄ Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/PLAYBACK POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT EJECT PLAY TRIM 0 – + DECK B BALANCE REC LEVEL 4 5 6 1 0 1 3 7 2 2 2 8 3 3 1 9 4 4 0 10 L5 5R PHONES REC MUTE op
DIRECTION REC/PAUSE ENGLISH PLAY REC BALANCE/LEVEL NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! PLAY ⁄ POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT EJECT – DECK B BALANCE REC LEVEL 4 5 6 1 0 1 3 7 2 2 2 8 3 3 1 9 4 4 0 10 L5 5R PLAY TRIM 0 + FRANÇAIS Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/
MODE PLAY DIRECTION REC/PAUSE REC BALANCE/LEVEL NATURAL SOUND STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W592 DIRECTION RESET ! PLAY ⁄ RESET DIRECTION ! PLAY ⁄ Cassette Stabilizer RECORD/PLAYBACK POWER Cassette Stabilizer DECK A MODE O / p / ∏ / RELAY RECORD/PLAYBACK MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE MUTE/SEARCH STOP REC/PAUSE DOLBY NR OFF/ B/ C EJECT DUBBING A # B NORMAL HIGH DSS DSS MODE EFFECT EJECT – DECK B BALANCE REC LEVEL 4 5 6 1 0 1 3 7 2 2 2 8 3 3 1 9 4 4 0 10 L5 5R PLAY TRIM 0 + PHO
You can make dubbing from DECK A to DECK B. Open the cassette compartments by pressing the EJECT buttons and load a blank cassette tape in DECK B and the original cassette tape in DECK A. Lights during dubbing. Example: KX-W592 ¤A‹ FRANÇAIS NORM or HIGH indicator lights during dubbing.
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. ÷ 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.
DECK B Heads Capstan Capstan Pinch roller DEMAGNETIZATION After 20-30 hours of use, enough residual magnetism will build up on the heads to cause poor high frequency reproduction. At this time you should use a commercially available cassette tape-type head demagnetizer. ÷ 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.
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 authorized service center for help. Cause Fault Cure Tape doesn’t move in recording or playback. ÷ Power plug is not properly plugged in. ÷ Cassette shell is warped or damaged.
ESPAÑOL ITALIANO SVENSKA * Specifications subject to change without notice. FRANÇAIS Power Supply U.S.A. and Canada model ........................... 120 V, 60 Hz Europe model and U.K. model .................... 230 V, 50 Hz Australia model ............................................ 240 V, 50 Hz General model .................... 110/120/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption KX-W592 ................................... 19 W/9 W (POWER OFF) KX-W492 ...................................
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