Yamaha CDX 890 User Manual

CDX-890/590/490  
Natural Sound Compact Disc Player  
Lecteur de disque audionumérique de la série “Natural Sound”  
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Compact Disc Player.  
Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur ce lecteur de disque  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
MODE D’EMPLOI  
FEATURES  
CARACTERISTIQUES  
Lecture programmable à accès direct  
Lecture en séquence aléatoire  
Lecture répétée de plage unique/disque entier  
Fonction d’espacement automatique  
Programmation automatique de pour  
l’enregistrement  
Random Access Programmable Play  
Random-Sequence Play  
Single Track/Entire Disc Repeat Play  
Automatic Spacing Capability  
Automatic Programming for Recording to  
Tape  
Fonction de recherche automatique du niveau  
de crête  
Automatic Peak Level Searching Capability  
CD Synchronized Recording with a  
CompatibleYAMAHA Tape Deck  
Enregistrement synchronisé de disque  
audionumérique avec un magnétophone à  
cassettes compatibleYAMAHA  
Fonction de modification de luminosité de  
l’affichage  
Fonctionnement par télécommande  
CDX-890 et CDX-590 seulement  
Display Brightness Changing Capability  
Remote Control Capability  
CDX-890 and CDX-590 only  
Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs  
CDX-490 only  
Optical Digital Output  
Sorties numériques optiques et coaxiales  
CDX-490 seulement  
Sortie numérique optique  
CONTENTS  
TABLE DES MATIERES  
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  
Attention ............................................................. 23  
Connexions ......................................................... 24  
Identification des composants ............................ 26  
Fonctionnement de base .................................... 28  
Lecture en séquence aléatoire ........................... 32  
Lecture repetée .................................................. 32  
Lecture programmée .......................................... 33  
Recherche d’index .............................................. 34  
Programmation des plages pour  
enregistrement sur bande .................................... 35  
Enregistrement synchronise d’un  
disque audionumérique ........................................39  
Remarques concernant la télécommande .......... 40  
Remarques concernant la manipulation des disques ... 40  
Dépistage de pannes .......................................... 41  
Caractéristiques techniques ............................... 42  
Transmitter ......................................................... 20  
Notes about Handling Compact Discs ............... 20  
Troubleshooting.................................................. 21  
Specifications..................................................... 22  
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT  
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To ensure the finest performance, please read this manual  
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.  
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Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on  
common operating errors before concluding that your unit  
is faulty.  
Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from  
windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust,  
moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers,  
motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose  
to rain and water.  
8. Do not place another component on top of this unit,  
because to do so will discolor or damage the surface of  
the unit.  
9. To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power  
cord from the household AC outlet during an electrical  
storm.  
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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.  
10. When disconnecting the power cord from the household  
AC outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.  
Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When  
moving the set, first turn the unit off. Then gently  
disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to  
other equipment. Never pull the cord itself.  
11. When moving the unit, be sure to first disconnect the  
power cord from the household AC outlet, and disconnect  
cords connected to other equipment.  
The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power  
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if  
the apparatus itself is turned off.  
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Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents;  
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.  
WARNING  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer  
servicing to qualified personnel only.  
CAUTION  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of  
procedures other than those specified herein may result in  
hazardous radiation exposure.  
DANGER: The use of optical instrument with this product will  
increase eye hazard.  
DANGER  
Laser Diode Properties  
• Material: GaAlAs  
• Wavelength: 780nm  
• Emission Duration: continuous  
• Laser Output: max. 44.6µW*  
* This output is the value measured at a distance of about  
200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-  
up Block.  
Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or  
defeated.  
Avoid direct exposure to beam.  
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 personel only.  
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)  
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!  
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:  
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.  
Relocate either this product or the device that is being  
affected by the interference.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
The above statements apply ONLY to those products  
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its  
subsidiaries.  
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CONNECTIONS  
Before making any connections, switch OFF the power to  
If the placement of this unit causes noise to other equipment,  
such as a tuner, separate them from each other.  
the unit and the amplifier or other component.  
Connections should be made to the correct input terminals of  
the amplifier or other component.  
CDX-890  
CDX-890  
LINE OUT  
VARIABLE FIXED  
DIGITAL OUT  
OPTICAL  
COAXIAL  
To AC outlet  
Connection cord  
(not included)  
Optical fiber cable  
(not included)  
Connection cord  
(included)  
Amplifier  
OPTICAL  
COAXIAL  
CD  
DIGITAL IN  
CDX-590  
CDX-590  
LINE OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
OPTICAL  
COAXIAL  
To AC outlet  
Optical fiber cable  
(not included)  
Connection cord  
(not included)  
Connection cord  
(included)  
Amplifier  
OPTICAL  
COAXIAL  
CD  
DIGITAL IN  
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CDX-490  
CDX-490  
LINE OUT  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
To AC outlet  
Optical fiber cable  
(not included)  
Connection cord  
(included)  
Amplifier  
OPTICAL  
CD  
DIGITAL IN  
Choose one of the ways listed below to connect this unit to your amplifier.  
When the LINE OUT (analog) terminals of this  
When the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) terminal of  
unit are used (  
)
this unit is 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.  
Before using this terminal, remove the terminal’s cover by  
pulling it.  
Make the connection from this terminal to the optical input  
terminal of an amplifier by using a commercially available  
optical fiber cable.  
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.  
* Use an optical fiber cable that conforms to EIAJ  
standards. Other cables might not function correctly.  
Be sure to attach the terminal’s cover when this terminal is  
not being used, in order to protect the terminal from dust.  
CDX-890 only  
Connect to either the VARIABLE terminals or the FIXED  
terminals. (As a general rule, connect to the FIXED  
terminals.)  
CDX-590 and CDX-490 only  
The level of signals output into an amplifier can be adjusted  
by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button.  
VARIABLE:  
The output level of these terminals can be  
adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL  
button.  
This terminal can also be connected to the optical input  
terminal of a digital audio tape deck (DAT) etc. to record CD  
onto tape directly.  
FIXED:  
The output level of these terminals is not  
variable.  
CDX-890 and CDX-590 only  
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.  
CDX-590 only  
The level of signals output into an amplifier can be adjusted  
by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button.  
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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.  
* The PLAY/PAUSE button on the main unit has both the  
functions of the PLAY button and the PAUSE button on the  
remote control transmitter.  
CDX-890  
POWER switch (p. 8)  
AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator (p. 11)  
Disc tray (p. 8)  
OUTPUT LEVEL control (p. 11)  
PLAY/  
POWER  
OPEN/CLOSE  
STOP  
PAUSE  
PROG  
+10  
TAPE  
1
PEAK  
2
SPACE  
3
INDEX  
4
REPEAT RANDOM  
SKIP  
SEARCH  
0
AUTO  
DISPLAY OFF  
PHONES  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
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6
7
8
9
TIME  
Display panel  
Remote control sensor (p. 20)  
PHONES jack (p. 11)  
CDX-590, CDX-490  
* 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.  
POWER switch (p. 8)  
OUTPUT LEVEL control (p. 11)  
AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator  
CDX-590 only (p. 11)  
Disc tray (p. 8)  
PLAY/  
POWER  
OPEN/CLOSE  
SKIP/SEARCH  
STOP  
PAUSE  
PHONES  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
DOWN UP  
AUTO  
DISPLAY OFF  
+10  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
Display panel  
PHONES jack (p. 11)  
Remote control sensor (p. 20)  
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* ( ) indicates the page number on which the control part is best described.  
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
DIMMER button (p. 11)  
TAPE button (p. 15)  
TIME button (p. 10)  
SYNCHRO button (p. 19)  
OPEN/CLOSE button (p. 8)  
PEAK button (p. 18)  
CLEAR button (p. 14)  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
SPACE  
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
SPACE button (p. 10)  
PROG button (p. 13)  
1
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
INDEX button (p. 14)  
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7
+I0  
0
Numeric buttons (p. 9)  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
REPEAT button (p. 12)  
RANDOM button (p. 12)  
SEARCH  
SEARCH button (p. 10)  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
OUTPUT LEVEL button (p. 11)  
SKIP button (p. 9)  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP button (p. 9)  
PLAY button (p. 8)  
PAUSE button (p. 9)  
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This manual describes how to operate this unit by using the remote control transmitter.  
To operate this unit on the front panel, use the corresponding buttons on the front panel.  
BASIC OPERATION  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
2, 3  
4
SPACE  
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
POWER  
1
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
1
4
+I0  
0
7
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
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2
Turn the power on.  
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Close the disc tray.  
POWER  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
Label side  
upward  
Load a disc.  
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PLAY  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
Play will begin from the first track of the disc.  
Disc tray  
Display information at 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  
TOTAL  
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12  
Additionally, you can close the disc tray by pressing the  
PLAY (PLAY/PAUSE) button, a numeric button or the  
RANDOM button, or by pressing the front edge of the disc  
tray gently. If the tray is closed in 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.  
Shows the track number selected or being played.  
Shows the time displays. (Refer to “Selecting time  
displays” on page 10.)  
CDX-590 and CDX-490 only  
Shows the level of signals output into an amplifier or the  
headphone level adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL  
button.  
Displays the numbers that correspond to the numbers of  
tracks (as high as number 20) on the disc. After each  
track is played, its corresponding number disappears so  
the number of remaining tracks (and their numbers) can  
be seen at a glance.  
To turn off the power  
Press the POWER switch again.  
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To stop play temporarily  
To stop play completely  
PAUSE  
STOP  
To resume play, press the PAUSE button again (or press the  
PLAY button).  
* The PLAY/PAUSE 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 numeric button.  
SKIP PLAY  
To play from the beginning of the track following the one now  
playing  
SKIP  
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To play from the beginning of the track now playing  
SKIP  
The selected track  
number is displayed  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9  
Example: To select track 25  
To play from the beginning of the track before the one now  
playing  
Press  
twice, then immediately press  
once.  
+I0  
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SKIP  
(twice)  
These operations can also be performed when the unit is in  
the pause or stop mode.  
*
If a track number higher than the highest track number on  
the disc is selected, the last track on the disc will be  
played.  
CDX-890 only  
If the button is pressed and held, the track number is  
continuously changed to higher numbers (or lower numbers).  
CDX-590 and CDX-490 only  
When using the SKIP button on the remote control  
transmitter:  
If the button is pressed and held, the track number is  
continuously changed 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.  
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.  
Gear wheel  
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To advance or reverse play rapidly (MANUAL SEARCH)  
To advance rapidly  
To reverse 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.  
SEARCH  
(Press and hold.)  
(Press and hold.)  
CDX-590 and CDX-490 only  
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.  
SEARCH  
Automatic spacing  
If you record a disc onto tape with an insufficient time space  
between tracks, the tape deck will not be able to perform blank  
search operations on the tape correctly. Such a search  
mistake of the deck can be prevented by pressing the auto-  
SPACE button to insert spaces of about 4 seconds between  
the tracks before recording.  
Note  
When the automatic spacing function is in effect, the display of  
the total time and of the total remaining time will include each  
of the 4 second non-recorded intervals placed between tracks.  
To cancel the automatic spacing function  
SPACE  
SPACE  
“SPACE” goes off  
from the display.  
SPACE  
Selecting time displays  
You can select any of the four time displays by pressing the TIME display mode-select button.  
Elapsed time of the track now playing  
Total remaining time on the disc  
TOTAL  
REMAIN  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
TIME  
Remaining time of the track now playing  
Total disc play time  
TOTAL  
REMAIN  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
Note  
The remaining time  
is 25 or higher.  
will not be displayed if the track number  
10  
Changing brightness of the display  
CDX-890, CDX-590  
You can change the brightness of the display (or turn off the illumination) by pressing the DIMMER button.  
During play  
Normal illumination  
During stopped or paused  
Normal illumination  
DIMMER  
Dim  
Dim  
Dim  
“OFF”  
(The AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator lights up.  
In this state, if a disc is played, the display  
illumination will be turned off.)  
* While the display illumination is off,  
the AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator  
on the front panel is illuminated.  
AUTO  
DISPLAY OFF  
Normal illumination  
CDX-490  
If desired, you can change brightness of the display  
in three degrees by pressing the DIMMER button.  
DIMMER  
Slightly dim  
Dim  
When you listen with headphones  
PHONES  
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and adjust the  
volume by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. At that time,  
note that this adjustment will also vary the signal level output to  
the amplifier.  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
+
CDX-890 only  
* If the FIXED (LINE OUT) terminals on the rear of this unit  
are connected to the amplifier etc., the use of the OUTPUT  
LEVEL button will not vary the signal level output to the  
amplifier.  
Open/close the control door CDX-890 only  
When it is not necessary to operate controls inside the control  
door, close the door.  
To open the door  
To close the door  
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RANDOM-SEQUENCE PLAY  
You can have the unit play the tracks on a disc in a random sequence selected by the unit’s microcomputer.  
Notes  
To perform random-sequence play  
This feature will not function during programming, or during  
programmed play.  
If the SKIP  
button is pressed during random-sequence  
RANDOM  
play, the next randomly programmed track will be played. If  
the SKIP button is pressed, play will return to the  
beginning of the track now being played.  
This indication appears while the unit is mixing  
up tracks.  
Total remaining time on the disc will not be displayed during  
random-sequence play.  
To cancel random-sequence play  
STOP  
RANDOM  
or  
REPEAT PLAY  
You can play any desired track or the entire disc repeatedly by pressing the REPEAT button. The repeat play mode will change  
whenever you press the REPEAT button.  
SINGLE REPEAT  
A single track is repeatedly played.  
* This is also available in the programmed-play mode and the  
random-sequence play mode.  
(OFF)  
(If the repeat play mode is switched off, the programmed-  
play mode or the random-sequence play mode will be  
resumed.  
REPEAT  
SINGLE  
REPEAT  
FULL REPEAT  
All tracks (the entire disc) are played repeatedly.  
* In the programmed-play mode, all programmed tracks are  
repeatedly played.  
* In the random-sequence play mode, all randomly sequenced  
tracks are repeatedly played in the same order.  
FULL  
REPEAT  
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PROGRAM PLAY  
You can enjoy listening to your favorite tracks in any desired order by programming tracks. As many as 25 tracks can be  
programmed in sequence.  
OPEN/  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
CLOSE  
PROG  
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
2
5
8
3
6
9
2
4
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
3
1
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
1
2
Stop the unit.  
3
Program a desired track by pressing the corresponding  
numeric button.  
STOP  
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* Repeat this operation to program more tracks. You can  
select the same track again.  
PLAY  
PROG  
PROGRAM  
4
TOTAL  
Flashes.  
Notes  
Display information during programming  
In step 2, if “P-01” does not appear in the display, press the  
TIME display mode-select button.  
If, during programming, the TIME display mode-select button  
PROGRAM  
is pressed, the program number display can be changed to  
display the total time of the programmed tracks. To return to  
the previous display, press the TIME display mode-select  
button once again.  
TOTAL  
The SKIP (  
and  
playing, but only within the range of the programmed tracks.  
The SEARCH ( and ) button can be used during  
) button can be used during  
playing to search all tracks, including unprogrammed tracks.  
The PAUSE mode can also be programmed (one time only),  
if so desired, by pressing the TAPE button instead of a  
PROGRAM  
TOTAL  
numeric button. (In this case, “  
display.)  
B” is illuminated on the  
1 2  
3
4
5
6
If, for a compact disc with 25 tracks or more, track number  
25 or higher is programmed, the total time will disappear  
from the display.  
Shows the program number for the track to be  
programmed next.  
Shows the selected track number.  
Shows the total time of the tracks currently programmed.  
Shows only the numbers of programmed tracks.  
* If the total time becomes 100 minutes or more, the highest  
position of a figure will not be displayed.  
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To stop program play  
To check program data  
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.  
1. If during program play, press the STOP button.  
2. Press the PROG button.  
3. Each time the SKIP  
button is pressed, the track  
numbers and sequential order of the programmed tracks  
can be checked one after another. The display of the  
track number can be returned (sequentially in reverse  
To cancel a program sequence  
order) by pressing the SKIP  
button.  
There are several methods, as described below.  
Press the STOP button or the CLEAR button while the unit  
To correct program data  
is stopped.  
Open the disc tray.  
Switch off the power.  
1. Follow the procedure described in “To check program  
data”.  
2. Display the track number to be corrected by pressing the  
SKIP button.  
3. Press a numeric 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.  
4. After the correction has been completed, once again press  
the PROG button or the PLAY button.  
INDEX SEARCH  
If the disc includes index numbers, play can be started from any desired index number.  
OPEN/  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
CLOSE  
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
2
4
7
+I0  
0
1, 3  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
To cancel the index search function  
Press the INDEX button.  
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Select a track which has index numbers.  
Notes  
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Not all discs have index numbers. The index system is a  
method for sub-dividing tracks into smaller divisions (such  
as, 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.  
2
3
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.  
INDEX  
INDEX  
5
6
7
8
9
10 11 12
Select the desired index number.  
6
14  
TRACK PROGRAMMING FOR RECORDING TO TAPE  
This convenient feature can be used to program tracks on a disc for recording to tape. By only memorizing the tape’s total possible  
recording time, the unit will automatically program tracks or help you to program tracks so they will fit onto the tape with the least  
amount of unrecorded space remaining at each end of the tape.  
3
2
Automatic tape-programming  
The unit will automatically program tracks on a  
disc with the original order of tracks unchanged.  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
4
7
6, 7  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
5
1
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
Stop the unit.  
Press the REPEAT button.  
1
5
STOP  
REPEAT  
The unit automatically programs tracks for side A and side  
B separately considering the tape’s total time.  
* The peak level searching function of this unit is useful for  
adjusting recording level on the tape deck. (Refer to  
page 18.)  
6
Begin recording on the tape deck and press the  
PLAY button on this unit at the same time.  
2
If desired, you can automatically insert additional time  
space between tracks. (Refer to page 10.)  
7
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.  
SPACE  
SPACE  
Notes  
All tracks may not be programmed if the tape’s 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.  
3
Enter the tape’s total possible recording time.  
TAPE  
PROGRAM  
A
TOTAL  
You can select any of four tape lengths by pressing  
the TAPE button.  
1 2  
3
4
5
TAPE  
(off)  
Shows the number of programmed tracks for each side in  
turn just after the automatic programming is finished, and  
then it is replaced by the number of the first programmed  
track for side A.  
Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side.  
Shows the side of the tape.  
Shows the programmed track numbers for each side.  
4
Otherwise, you can also enter the tape’s total possible  
recording time manually.  
Example: For a C-64 tape (32 minutes on each side)  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your  
tape deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 6 and 7, press  
the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on  
this unit’s remote control transmitter. Recording  
4
6
+
automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 19.)  
15  
Manual tape-programming  
This is for recording desired tracks in any desired  
order onto a tape.  
4
7
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
2
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
3, 5  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
6, 7  
1
2
Follow steps 1 – 4 on page 15.  
5
Select the track numbers (to be recorded on side B) in  
any desired order.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
+I0  
0
PROG  
PROGRAM  
A
TOTAL  
REMAIN  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11 12  
6
7
Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY  
button on this unit at the same time.  
3
Program desired tracks (to be recorded on side A) in  
any desired order.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
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.  
+I0  
0
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.  
* Programmed track numbers light up on the display. You  
can select a track which can be programmed for the  
remaining time of (the side of) the tape from track  
numbers flashing on the display, but you cannot select a  
track number extinguished from the display.  
In step 3 or 5, each time a selection is made, the track  
number and the tape’s remaining time will be displayed, and  
then the display will change to indicate the next program  
number.  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape  
deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 6 and 7, press the  
SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on this  
unit’s remote control transmitter. Recording automatically  
begins. (For details, refer to page 19.)  
4
When track selection for side A is finished, press the  
TAPE button.  
TAPE  
A pause mode is programmed.  
Notes on tape programming  
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.  
Up to a maximum of 25 tracks can be programmed. If,  
however, the PAUSE mode is inserted, 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 will not be programmed.  
16  
Random sequential tape-programming  
The unit will automatically program tracks in random sequential order for recording to tape.  
OPEN/  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
CLOSE  
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
2
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
4
PAUSE  
PLAY  
3, 4  
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 tape’s length is not enough, all tracks cannot be  
programmed. In this case, exchange the tape for a longer  
one.  
1
2
Follow steps 1 – 4 on page 15.  
RANDOM  
In step 2, you can check the program data for side A and  
side B.  
* The unit will automatically program tracks for side A and  
side B separately considering the tape’s total time.  
PROGRAM  
A
TOTAL  
1 2  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
3
4
Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY  
button on this unit at the same time.  
Shows the number of programmed tracks for each side in  
turn just after the automatic programming is finished, and  
then it is replaced by the number of the first programmed  
track for side A.  
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.  
Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side.  
Shows the side of the tape.  
Shows the programmed track numbers for each side.  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your  
tape deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 3 and 4, press  
the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on  
this unit’s remote control transmitter. Recording  
automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 19.)  
17  
Automatic searching for the peak level on a disc  
This convenient feature automatically searches a disc for a part where the source level peaks, and next plays the part repeatedly.  
For recording to tape, this feature is very helpful to adjust the recording level on the tape deck.  
OPEN/  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
CLOSE  
2
1
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
To cancel this function  
Press the STOP button. (Some other buttons can also be  
used to cancel this function.)  
1
2
Stop the unit.  
STOP  
Notes  
Even if the peak level search is performed twice or more on  
the same disc, the same part will not be always selected,  
because this unit will search for the peak level among parts  
on the disc that are randomly selected by the internal  
microcomputer.  
In the program play mode, this feature will function among  
the 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, only  
press the PEAK button.  
PEAK  
PEAK  
The peak level search is performed on the disc.  
PEAK  
REPEAT  
1 2  
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
9 10 11 12  
PEAK  
REPEAT  
1 2  
9 10 11 12  
Next, the part where the source level peaks is repeatedly  
played. Adjust the recording level on the tape deck  
listening to this sound.  
18  
CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING  
This unit can make a tape deck’s recording synchronized with CD play automatically. With this function, you can record a CD on  
tape very easily and more precisely.  
This recording method needs a YAMAHA tape deck compatible with this function. (Refer to the tape deck’s operation manual to  
know whether it is compatible or not.)  
* This unit and the tape deck must be placed close to each other so that both of them can receive the signals from this unit’s  
remote control transmitter at the same time.  
OPEN/  
SYNCHRO  
DIMMER  
TAPE  
TIME  
CLOSE  
1
3
4
SPACE  
1
PEAK  
CLEAR  
PROG  
2
5
8
3
6
9
INDEX  
4
7
+I0  
0
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
SEARCH  
4
5
OUTPUT LEVEL  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
1
Load the disc.  
4
If necessary, select a desired track.  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
5
SKIP  
or  
5
2
3
Load a tape on the tape deck.  
PLAY  
*
The peak level search function of this unit is useful  
for adjusting 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.  
SYNCHRO  
6
If you want to stop recording temporarily and restart  
recording from a desired track, follow steps 3–5 again.  
To cancel this function  
Press the STOP button.  
This unit enters into the pause mode, and the tape deck  
enters into the REC/PAUSE mode.  
Notes  
* In this mode, the time display on this unit flashes on and  
off.  
To finish or stop the recording, make proper operations on  
the tape deck.  
Programmed sequence of tracks can also be recorded with  
this function, instead of recording an entire disc. (Refer to  
page 13–14 for the programming procedure.)  
This function can also be used together with the automatic  
tape-programming function. (Refer to page 15–17.)  
19  
NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
Battery installation  
Remote control transmitter operation range  
2
Remote control  
sensor  
1
3
Within approximately  
6m (19.7 feet)  
Battery replacement  
If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used  
closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both  
batteries with new ones.  
Notes  
Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement.  
Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside  
the battery compartment.)  
Notes  
Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not  
be used for an extended period of time.  
There should be no large obstacles between the remote  
control transmitter and the main unit.  
If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid  
If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by strong  
lighting (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.),  
it might cause the remote control transmitter not to work  
correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct  
lighting.  
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with  
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly  
before installing new batteries.  
NOTES ABOUT HANDLING COMPACT DISCS  
This compact disc player is designed only for playing  
Compact discs are not affected by small particles of dust or  
fingerprints on their playing surface, but even so they should  
be kept clean. Wipe by using a clean, dry cloth. Do not  
wipe with a circular motion; wipe straight outward from the  
center.  
compact discs bearing the  
mark. Never attempt to load  
any other type of disc into the unit.  
The unit will also play 8-cm (3-inch) compact discs.  
To remove a disc from its storage case, open the case and  
then press down at the center; with a finger through the  
center hole and the outer edges held as shown in the  
illustration, lift the disc out carefully.  
Do not try to clean the disc’s surface by using any type of  
disc cleaner, record spray, anti-static spray or liquid, or any  
other chemical-based liquid, because such substances might  
irreparably damage the disc’s surface.  
Always handle the disc with care so that its surface is not  
scratched.  
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperature or  
high humidity for a long period of time, because these might  
warp or otherwise damage the disc.  
No!  
Compact discs are not subjected to wear during play, but  
damage to the disc surface when the disc is being handled  
can adversely affect the disc’s play.  
To play a 8-cm (3-inch) CD  
Place it in the inner recessed area of the disc tray. Do not put  
a normal (12-cm/5-inch) CD on top of a 8-cm CD.  
20  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple  
measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and  
contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help.  
SYMPTOM  
PROBABLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
The player does not switch ON when  
the POWER switch is pressed.  
The power cord is not connected or not  
completely connected.  
Securely connect the power cord.  
The disc tray does not close  
completely.  
A foreign object is obstructing the tray.  
Carefully check the disc tray and remove  
the foreign object.  
Play does not begin.  
The disc is damaged.  
Check the disc carefully; replace it if  
necessary.  
There is moisture on the laser pickup.  
Wait 20 to 30 minutes after switching the  
unit ON before trying to play a disc.  
The disc has been loaded upside down.  
The disc is dirty.  
Reload the disc with the label side up.  
Clean the disc.  
Play is delayed, or begins at the  
wrong place.  
The disc may be scratched or damaged.  
Check the disc carefully; replace it if  
necessary.  
No sound.  
Improper output cable connections.  
Improper amplifier operation.  
Connect the cables properly. If the  
problem persists, the cables may be  
defective.  
Set the amplifier controls to the correct  
input selection.  
Sound “skips”.  
Sound “hums”.  
The player is being subjected to  
vibrations or impacts.  
Relocate the player.  
The disc is dirty.  
Clean the disc.  
Improper cable connections.  
Securely connect the audio cables. If the  
problem persists, the cables may be  
defective.  
Noise from a nearby tuner.  
The tuner is too close to the player.  
The disc may be warped.  
Move the tuner and player farther apart.  
Replace the disc.  
Noise from inside of the disc tray.  
The remote control transmitter does  
not work.  
The batteries of this remote control  
transmitter are too weak.  
Replace the batteries with new ones.  
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter  
type of flourescent lamp etc.) is striking  
the remote control sensor of the main  
unit.  
Change position of the main unit.  
21  
SPECIFICATIONS  
AUDIO SECTION  
GENERAL  
Fr<eqCuDeXn-c8y9r0e>sp..o..n..s..e.......................... 2 Hz 
מ
 20 kHz, 
ע
0.3 dB  
Power requirements  
U.S.A. and Canada models ........................... 120V, 60 Hz  
Australia model ............................................. 240V, 50 Hz  
Europe and U.K. models ................................230V, 50 Hz  
General model ..................... 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz  
<CDX-590, CDX-490>.................. 2 Hz 
מ
 20 kHz, 
ע
0.5 dB  
Harmonic distortion + noise (1 kHz)  
<CDX-890>................................................... 0.002% or less  
<CDX-590>................................................. 0.0025% or less  
<CDX-490>................................................... 0.003% or less  
Power consumption ........................................................ 20W  
S/N ratio  
<CDX-890>.................................................. 118 dB or more  
<CDX-590>.................................................. 115 dB or more  
<CDX-490>.................................................. 105 dB or more  
Di<mCenDsXio-8n9s0>(W...x...H...x...D...)............................. 435 x 98 x 281 mm  
(17-1/8” x 3-7/8” x 11-1/16”)  
<CDX-590, CDX-490>........................... 435 x 96 x 272 mm  
(17-1/8” x 3-3/4” x 10-11/16”)  
Dynamic range  
<CDX-890, CDX-590>................................... 98 dB or more  
Weight  
<CDX-490>.................................................... 95 dB or more  
<CDX-890>........................................ 5.9 kg (12 lbs. 16 oz.)  
<CDX-590, CDX-490>........................... 3.8 kg (8 lbs. 6 oz.)  
Wow & flutter ................................................... Unmeasurable  
Accessories ................................................... Connection cord  
Remote control transmitter  
Output voltage (1 kHz, 0 dB)  
<CDX-890>  
VARIABLE ................................................ 2.0
ע
0.5V max.  
FIXED ................................................................. 2.0
ע
0.5V  
<CDX-590, CDX-490>  
Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3)  
VARIABLE ................................................ 2.0
ע
0.5V max.  
Please note that all specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Headphones output (
מ
20 dB)  
<CDX-890>...................................... 300
ע
60 mV/150 ohms  
<CDX-590, CDX-490>..................... 200
ע
40 mV/150 ohms  
22  
YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A.  
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YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B.  
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WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN  
YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA  
VT98480  
Printed in Malaysia  

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