Yamaha CD Player 501 User Manual

CDC-901/501  
Natural Sound Compact Disc Player  
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Compact Disc Player.  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
CONTENTS  
Index Search ............................................... 16  
CD Synchronized Recording ...................... 17  
Track Programming for Recording to Tape  
for CDC-901 only ....................................... 18  
Notes about the Remote Control Transmitter...... 22  
Notes about Handling Compact Discs......... 22  
Troubleshooting ........................................... 23  
Specifications .............................................. 23  
Safety Instructions......................................... 2  
Features ........................................................ 4  
Connections .................................................. 5  
Identification of Components......................... 6  
Basic Operation............................................. 8  
Random-Sequence Play.............................. 13  
Program Play............................................... 14  
Repeat Play................................................. 16  
 
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.  
9. To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power  
cord from the household AC outlet during an electrical  
storm.  
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.  
10. When disconnecting the power cord from the household  
AC outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.  
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.  
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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.  
CAUTION FOR CARRYING THIS UNIT  
Be sure not to carry or tip the unit with discs remaining in it.  
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.  
CAUTION FOR MOVING THIS UNIT  
When moving this unit, first remove all discs from the disc tray and  
close the tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button, and then  
switch off the power after you confirm that the display indicates as  
follows.  
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Do not attempt to 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.  
Never switch off the power if the display is not pictured as above,  
otherwise the unit will get out of order during moving because the  
internal mechanism is not locked.  
8. Do not place another component on top of this unit,  
because to do so will discolor or damage the surface of  
the unit.  
WARNING  
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.  
CAUTION  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of  
procedures other than those specified herein may result in  
hazardous radiation exposure.  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer  
servicing to qualified personnel only.  
DANGER  
DANGER: The use of optical instrument with this product will  
increase eye hazard.  
Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or  
defeated.  
Avoid direct exposure to beam.  
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.  
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.  
We WantYou Listening For A Lifetime  
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s  
often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA  
and the Electronic Industries Association’s  
Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to  
avoid prolonged exposure from excessive  
volume levels.  
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  
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FCC INFORMATION  
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.  
FEATURES  
5-Disc Carousel Auto-changer  
Disc Scanning Capability Useful for Disc  
Searching or Disc Checking  
Full Opening Disc Tray for Changing 5  
Discs at a Time  
CD Synchronized Recording with a  
CompatibleYAMAHA Tape Deck  
PLAYXCHANGE; Disc Changing  
Capability while Playing Another  
CDC-901 only  
Automatic Programming for Recording to  
Tape  
Random Access Programmable Play  
Random-Sequence Play  
Automatic Peak Level Searching  
Capability  
Single Track/Entire Disc/All Disc Repeat  
Play  
Optical Digital Output  
Display Brightness Changing Capability  
Remote Control Capability  
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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.  
CDC-501  
LINE OUT  
L
R
To AC outlet  
CDC-901  
LINE OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
L
R
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  
CDC-901 only  
unit are used (  
)
When the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)  
terminal of 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.  
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.  
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.  
* 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.  
Set the level of signals output into an amplifier to max. by  
using the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons.  
CDC-901 only  
Adjust the level of signals output into an amplifier, etc. by  
using the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons.  
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.  
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IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS  
* ( ) indicates the page number on which the control part is best described.  
FRONT PANEL  
* Control functions other than shown below are the same with  
the corresponding ones on the remote control transmitter.  
* 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.  
* The SKIP/SEARCH button on the main unit has both the  
functions of the SKIP buttons and the SEARCH buttons on  
the remote control transmitter.  
CDC-901  
PHONES jack (p. 12)  
PLAYXCHANGE button (p. 9)  
POWER switch (p. 8)  
Disc tray (p. 8)  
DISC-select buttons (p. 8)  
NATURAL SOUND COMPACT DISC PLAYER  
PLAYXCHANGE  
STOP  
OPEN/CLOSE  
PLAY/  
PAUSE  
DISC  
3
I
2
4
5
SKIP/SEARCH  
PROG  
+I0  
POWER  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
DOWN UP  
PHONES  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
PEAK  
PEAK button (p. 21)  
Display panel  
Remote control sensor (p. 22)  
OUTPUT LEVEL control (p. 12)  
(“UP” is identical with “+” and  
“DOWN” with “–” of the  
OUTPUT LEVEL buttons on the  
remote control transmitter.)  
CDC-501  
POWER switch (p. 8)  
PLAYXCHANGE button (p. 9)  
DISC-select buttons (p. 8)  
Disc tray (p. 8)  
NATURAL SOUND COMPACT DISC PLAYER  
POWER  
PLAYXCHANGE  
STOP  
OPEN/CLOSE  
PLAY/  
PAUSE  
DISC  
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2
3
4
5
SKIP/SEARCH  
Display panel  
Remote control sensor (p. 22)  
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* ( ) indicates the page number on which the control is best described.  
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
CDC-901  
DIMMER button (p. 12)  
TIME button (p. 11)  
TAPE  
TAPE button (p. 18)  
CDC-501  
CLEAR  
CLEAR button (p. 15)  
REPEAT button (p. 16)  
RANDOM button (p. 13)  
OPEN/CLOSE  
DIMMER  
TIME  
OPEN/CLOSE button (p. 8)  
RANDOM  
REPEAT  
PROG  
1
PROG button (p. 14)  
2
5
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+
Disc play MODE-select button  
(p. 8)  
4
10  
Numeric buttons (p. 10)  
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0
DISC SCAN button (p. 11)  
PAUSE button (p. 9)  
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
SCAN  
DISC SKIP buttons (p. 8)  
SKIP buttons (p. 10)  
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
PLAY button (p. 8)  
STOP button (p. 9)  
SEARCH  
SEARCH buttons (p. 10)  
SYNCHRO button (p. 17)  
+
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
INDEX button (p.16)  
CDC-901 only  
OUTPUT LEVEL buttons (p. 12)  
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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  
CDC-501  
CDC-901  
OPEN/CLOSE  
OPEN/CLOSE  
DIMMER  
TIME  
TIME  
DIMMER  
2, 3  
2, 3  
5
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
REPEAT  
PROG  
1
CLEAR  
3
6
9
MODE  
+
2
5
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
4
5
4
5
4
5
10  
4
7
8
0
7
DISC SKIP  
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
DISC  
SCAN  
SCAN  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
SKIP  
5
SEARCH  
INDEX  
SEARCH  
INDEX  
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4
Select the disc play mode (1DISC or 5DISC) while  
watching the display.  
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2
POWER  
1DISC 5DISC  
MODE  
Shows the selected disc  
mode.  
“1DISC” mode: The unit will play a designated disc only.  
“5DISC” mode: The unit will play all discs in the tray in  
sequence.  
Label side  
upward  
Start play from the first track of the disc 1.  
5
OPEN/CLOSE  
PLAY  
Disc tray  
* If necessary, select a desired disc by using the DISC SKIP  
buttons or a DISC-select button.  
DISC  
2
3
4
DISC SKIP  
3
Close the disc tray  
or  
OPEN/CLOSE  
(On the front panel)  
PLAY  
To turn off the power  
Press the POWER button again.  
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Notes  
Display information at disc play  
After closing the disc tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE  
button in the stop mode or after selecting any disc by using  
the DISC SKIP buttons, the display shows the total number  
of tracks and the total recorded time of the selected disc for  
a few seconds.  
➁ ➂  
5DISC  
REMAIN  
5DISC  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
TOTAL  
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 DISC-select button on the  
front panel, 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 first selected disc.  
Encloses the tray number of the selected disc.  
Shows the tray numbers with discs.  
Shows the selected track number.  
Shows the time displays. (Refer to “Selecting time  
displays” on page 11.)  
Displays the numbers that correspond to the numbers of  
the tracks (as high as number 20) on the selected 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.  
PLAYXCHANGE  
During play, you can open the disc tray by pressing the  
PLAYXCHANGE button on the front panel without interrupting  
disc play. However, in this case, pressing the DISC SKIP  
buttons has no effect.  
CDC-901 only  
Shows the level of signals output into an amplifier or the  
headphone level adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL  
buttons.  
To stop play temporarily  
To stop play completely  
PLAY/  
PAUSE  
PAUSE  
STOP  
or  
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.  
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To play a desired track on the disc  
DIRECT PLAY  
Select a desired track by using the numeric buttons.  
SKIP PLAY  
To play from the beginning of the track following the one now  
playing  
SKIP  
5
To play from the beginning of the track now playing  
SKIP  
1DISC  
The selected track  
number is displayed.  
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
To play from the beginning of the track before the one now  
playing  
Example: To select track 25  
Press twice, then immediately press  
SKIP  
once.  
10  
5
(Twice)  
These operations can also be performed when the unit is  
paused or stopped.  
When using the SKIP buttons on the remote control  
transmitter:  
If a button is pressed and held, the track number is  
continuously changed to higher numbers (or lower  
numbers).  
* If a track number higher than the highest track number on the  
disc is selected, the last track on the disc will be played.  
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.  
To advance or reverse play rapidly (MANUAL SEARCH)  
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.  
To advance rapidly  
SEARCH  
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 track.  
(Press and hold.)  
To reverse rapidly  
SEARCH  
(Press and hold.)  
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Scanning discs to search for a desired disc (or to check discs on the disc tray)  
When the DISC SCAN button is pressed while this unit is  
stopped, this unit will play an early part of each disc in turn.  
Each disc is played for 8 seconds.  
If, during this play, you hear a disc that you want to listen to in  
entirely, press the DISC SCAN button once again or press the  
PLAY button to cancel this function. The unit will enter into the  
normal play mode.  
DISC  
SCAN  
Notes  
During this play, the disc tray numbers flash on and off on  
There might be cases that you will hear no sound during disc  
scan. An example of this would be if the disc being played  
has a long blank space between tracks.  
the display. Every time the play of a disc is finished, the  
corresponding tray number is changed from flashing to  
lighting.  
Selecting time displays  
You can select any of the four time displays by pressing the TIME display mode-select button.  
Total remaining time on the disc  
Elapsed time of the track now playing  
5DISC  
5DISC  
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  
5DISC  
5DISC  
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  
number is 21 or higher.  
will not be displayed if the track  
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Changing brightness of the display  
You can change the brightness of the display by pressing the DIMMER button.  
Normal illumination  
Slightly dim  
Dim  
DIMMER  
CDC-901 only  
CDC-901 only  
When you listen with headphones  
Adjusting the level of signals output into an  
amplifier, etc.  
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and adjust the  
volume by using the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons.  
* Note that the use of the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons will also  
vary the level of the signal output to an amplifier, etc.  
You can adjust the level of sound signals output from the LINE  
OUT terminals on the rear panel into an amplifier, etc. as you  
prefer by using the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons.  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
DOWN  
UP  
+
OUTPUT LEVEL  
or  
PHONES  
(On the front panel)  
* When the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) terminal is used  
for the connection, set the level of output signals to max.  
* The level of output signals can be checked on the display.  
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RANDOM-SEQUENCE PLAY  
You can play the tracks in a random sequence (up to 99 tracks). The unit will automatically mix up tracks from all discs or any  
desired disc in the disc tray.  
CDC-501  
CDC-901  
OPEN/CLOSE  
OPEN/CLOSE  
TIME  
DIMMER  
TIME  
DIMMER  
2
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
CLEAR  
PROG  
1
4
3
4
3
3
6
9
2
5
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
MODE  
+10  
0
4
4
5
7
8
7
1
2
3
Select whether to play one disc or all discs in the tray.  
MODE  
* If the “1DISC” disc play mode is selected, next select a  
desired disc by using the DISC SKIP buttons or a DISC-  
select button.  
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Close the disc tray.  
RANDOM  
OPEN/CLOSE  
To cancel random-sequence play  
Press the STOP button or RANDOM button once again, or  
open the disc tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button.  
Notes  
This feature will not function during programming, or  
during programmed play.  
If the SKIP  
sequence play, the next randomly programmed track will  
be played. If the SKIP button is pressed, play will  
button is pressed during random-  
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.  
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PROGRAM PLAY  
You can enjoy listening to your favorite tracks selected from one or more discs in any desired order using programmed play.  
CDC-501  
CDC-901  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
CLEAR  
REPEAT  
2
2
4
3
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
4
5
4
4
3
7
8
7
DISC SKIP  
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
DISC  
SCAN  
SCAN  
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
5
5
SEARCH  
SEARCH  
INDEX  
1
1
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
SYNCHRO  
Stop the unit.  
Select the desired track.  
1
4
STOP  
5
2
3
* Repeat steps 3 – 4 to program more tracks.  
PROG  
When the programming is completed;  
5
PLAY  
If necessary, select the desired disc.  
DISC  
3
2
4
DISC SKIP  
or  
(On the front panel)  
Shows the program number for the track to be programmed  
next.  
Display information during programming  
Shows the selected disc and track number.  
Shows the total time of the tracks currently programmed.  
Shows only the numbers of programmed tracks on the  
selected disc.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
* If “P-01” does not appear in the display after the PROG  
button is pressed, press the TIME display mode-select  
button.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
* If the total time exceeds 99 minutes and 59 seconds, the  
time will not be displayed.  
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Notes  
You can program as many as 40 tracks at one time.  
The total time of the programmed tracks will not be  
displayed, if a track number higher than 20 is programmed.  
If, during programming, the TIME display mode-select button  
is pressed, the program number display can be changed to  
display the total time of the programmed tracks or no  
information. To return to the previous display, press the  
TIME display mode-select button once again.  
If you choose to perform programming with the DISC 1 tray  
empty, be sure to press a DISC SKIP button before starting  
programming.  
You can program a whole disc by pressing “0”, instead of  
one track. At that time, “AL” flashes in the display.  
If you will program tracks from more than one disc, before  
you press the PROG button, check the total recorded time of  
each disc on the disc tray by pressing the DISC SKIP button  
in turn. Without this operation, the total time of the  
programmed tracks will not be displayed during  
programming.  
The SKIP (  
playing, but only within the range of the programmed tracks.  
The SEARCH ( and ) buttons can be used during  
and  
) buttons can be used during  
playing to search through all tracks, including  
unprogrammed tracks.  
To stop program play  
To check programmed 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 order) by  
To cancel a programmed sequence  
pressing the SKIP  
button.  
There are several methods, as described below.  
Press the STOP button while the unit is stopped.  
Open the disc tray.  
Switch off the power.  
To correct programmed data  
1. Follow the procedure described in “To check programmed  
data”.  
2. Display the track number to be corrected by pressing the  
SKIP button.  
CDC-501 only  
Press the CLEAR button while the unit is stopped.  
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, press the PROG  
button or PLAY button once again.  
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REPEAT PLAY  
You can play any desired track or disc (set of discs) repeatedly by pressing the REPEAT button. The repeat play mode will  
change whenever you press the REPEAT button.  
SINGLE REPEAT (REP S)  
A single track is repeatedly played.  
* This is also available in the programmed-play mode and the  
random-sequence play mode. (If the repeat play mode is  
(OFF)  
switched off, the programmed-play mode or the random-  
sequence play mode will be resumed.)  
REPEAT  
REP S  
FULL REPEAT (REP F)  
In the “1DISC” disc play mode: A designated disc is played  
repeatedly played.  
In the “5DISC” disc play mode: All discs in the disc tray are  
repeatedly played.  
REP  
F
* 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.  
INDEX SEARCH  
If the disc includes index numbers, play can be started from any desired index number.  
To cancel the index search function  
1
2
3
Select a track which has index numbers.  
Press the INDEX button.  
5
Notes  
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.  
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  
INDEX  
INDEX  
designated index point.  
If the disc has no encoded index points, play will begin from  
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
the start of the selected track.  
The index number can be designated only while the INDEX  
number display is illuminated.  
Select the desired index number.  
3
INDEX  
6
7
8
9 10 11 12  
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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.  
CDC-501  
CDC-901  
OPEN/CLOSE  
TIME  
DIMMER  
OPEN/CLOSE  
TIME  
DIMMER  
CLEAR  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
2
5
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
3
6
9
MODE  
+10  
0
4
4
5
4
5
4
5
7
7
8
DISC SKIP  
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
DISC  
SCAN  
1
4
1
4
SCAN  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
+
SKIP  
SEARCH  
INDEX  
SEARCH  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
SYNCHRO  
3
3
1
Select the disc.  
4
If desired, select the track to be recorded first.  
SKIP  
5
DISC SKIP  
or  
5
6
2
3
Load a tape on the tape deck.  
PLAY  
CDC-901 only  
*
The peak level searching function of this unit is useful  
for adjusting recording level on the tape deck. (Refer  
to page 21.)  
Both CD play and tape deck recording begin.  
* CD play begins a little later than recording.  
If you want to stop recording temporarily and restart  
recording from a desired track, follow steps 3–5 again.  
SYNCHRO  
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  
To finish or stop the recording, press the “STOP” button on  
the tape deck.  
*
In this mode, the time display on this unit flashes on  
and off.  
Programmed sequence of tracks can also be recorded with  
this function, instead of recording an entire disc. (Refer to  
page 14–15 for the programming procedure.)  
CDC-901 only  
This function can also be used together with the automatic  
tape-programming function. (Refer to page 18–20.)  
17  
 
TRACK PROGRAMMING FOR RECORDING TO TAPE  
for CDC-901 only  
This convenient feature can be used to program tracks 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.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
DIMMER  
TIME  
4
6
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
Automatic tape programming  
This is for recording only the tracks which best fit onto a tape.  
3
6
9
MODE  
+
4
5
10  
5
7
8
0
DISC SKIP  
8
DISC  
SCAN  
2
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
7, 8  
1
SEARCH  
INDEX  
1
2
Stop the unit.  
6
REPEAT  
STOP  
* By pressing the REPEAT button, the unit automatically  
programs tracks for side A and side B separately  
considering the tape’s total time.  
Select the disc.  
DISC SKIP  
7
8
Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY  
button on this unit at the same time.  
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.  
3
4
The peak level searching function of this unit is useful  
for adjusting recording level on the tape deck. (Refer  
to page 21.)  
Enter the tape’s total possible recording time.  
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 6, you can check the program data for side A and  
side B.  
TAPE  
You can select any of four tape lengths by pressing  
the TAPE button.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
1
2
3
4
5
TAPE  
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.  
(off)  
Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side.  
Shows the programmed track numbers for each side.  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape  
deck is compatible with it. In this case, in step 7 and 8, press  
the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on  
this unit’s remote control transmitter. Recording  
5
Otherwise, you can also enter the tape’s total possible  
recording time manually.  
Example: For a C-64 tape (32 minutes on each side)  
automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 17.)  
6
4
18  
 
Manual tape programming  
OPEN/CLOSE  
DIMMER  
TIME  
This is for recording desired tracks selected  
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
PROG  
1
from one or more discs in any desired order onto tape.  
4, 11  
8
3
6
9
MODE  
+
4
5
10  
4, 6  
13  
12, 13  
1
7
8
0
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
SCAN  
2, 5  
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
SEARCH  
+
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
1
2
Stop the unit  
STOP  
9
Follow step 5 and 6.  
10  
Repeat step 5 and 6 to program more tracks for  
side B of the tape.  
You can select the same track again.  
If you will program tracks from more than one disc on  
the disc tray, make this unit display the total recorded  
time of each disc to be used in turn by pressing the  
DISC SKIP button.  
* If “E rr” appears in the display, the track number just  
selected cannot be programmed because there is not  
enough time remaining on side B of the tape.  
* This unit will read the contents of a disc by this  
operation. If there is a disc to which this operation is  
omitted, tracks on the disc cannot be programmed.  
11  
The peak level searching function of this unit is  
useful for adjusting recording level on the tape  
deck. For peak level searching, when the  
programming for side B is finished, press the PROG  
button and then press the PEAK button on the front  
panel.  
3
4
Follow step 4 and 5 on page 18.  
PROG  
PROG  
TOTAL  
12  
13  
Begin recording on the tape deck and press the  
PLAY button on this unit at the same time.  
REMAIN  
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.  
DISC SKIP  
5
6
7
If necessary, select  
the desired disc.  
Notes  
5
Select the desired  
In step 7 and 10, even if “E rr” appears in the display, you  
can program another track of which time is shorter than the  
remaining time on the side of the tape. In this case, you can  
check the remaining time on the side of the tape by pressing  
the TIME display mode-select button.  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape  
deck is compatible with it.  
In this case, in step 12 and 13, press the SYNCHRO button  
and then press the PLAY button on this unit’s remote control  
transmitter. Recording automatically begins.  
track.  
Repeat step 5 and 6 to program more tracks for side  
A of the tape. You can select the same track again.  
* If “E rr” appears in the display, the track number just  
selected cannot be programmed because there is not  
enough time remaining on side A of the tape.  
(For details, refer to page 17.)  
Notes on tape programming  
8
After you finish the programming for side A, program  
the pause mode by pressing the TAPE button.  
To check, cancel or correct program data, refer to page 15.  
The maximum number of tracks that can be programmed is  
40. If, however, the PAUSE mode is inserted, it is counted  
as one track.  
This function can be used to program up to track number 20.  
TAPE  
If the disc has more than 20 tracks, track number 21 and  
thereafter will not be programmed.  
* “Pu” flashes in the display, and after then you can begin  
programming for side B.  
19  
 
Shows the side of the tape and the program number for the  
track to be programmed next.  
Display information during programming  
Shows the selected disc and track number.  
Shows the total remaining time on the side of the tape.  
Programmed track numbers light up and programmable  
track numbers among the unprogrammed ones flash on  
and off.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
REMAIN  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10  
* If “A-01” does not appear in the display after the PROG  
button is pressed, press the TIME display mode-select  
button.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
REMAIN  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10  
Random sequential tape programming  
The unit will automatically program tracks on a disc in random sequential order for recording to tape.  
PROG  
TAPE  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
2
1
2
3
6
9
MODE  
+
4
5
10  
7
8
0
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
SCAN  
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
3, 4  
4
SEARCH  
+
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
Notes  
1
2
Follow step 1 – 5 on page 18.  
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.  
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.  
PROG  
TOTAL  
1
3
5
7
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.  
Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side.  
Shows the programmed track numbers for each side.  
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.  
CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape  
deck is compatible with it.  
In this case, 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 17.)  
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Automatic searching for the peak level on a disc  
This convenient feature automatically searches for the part on a disc 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.  
PROG  
1
TAPE  
2
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
3
6
9
MODE  
+
2
1
4
5
10  
7
8
0
DISC SKIP  
DISC  
SCAN  
3
PAUSE  
INDEX  
PLAY  
STOP  
SKIP  
SEARCH  
+
OUTPUT LEVEL  
SYNCHRO  
4
4
1
Stop the unit.  
0
STOP  
PEAK  
2
3
Select the “1DISC” disc play mode.  
1DISC  
MODE  
1DISC  
10 11 12  
The peak level searching is performed through the disc.  
Select the disc.  
DISC SKIP  
1DISC  
REP  
8
9 10 11 12  
1DISC  
REP  
8
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 repeat play.  
To cancel this function  
Press the STOP button.  
Notes  
In the program play mode, this feature will function among  
Even if the peak level searching 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.  
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.  
To search for the peak level through all discs on the disc  
tray, in step 2, select the “5DISC” disc play mode.  
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NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER  
Battery installation  
Remote control transmitter operation range  
CDC-501  
CDC-901  
1
3
2
Remoto 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, 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  
Notes  
the battery compartment.)  
There should be no large obstacles between the remote  
control transmitter and the main unit.  
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 to not work  
correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid  
direct lighting.  
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.  
NOTES ABOUT HANDLING COMPACT DISCS  
This compact-disc player is designed only for playing of  
compact discs bearing the mark. Never attempt to  
load any other type of disc into the unit.  
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.  
The unit will also play 3-inch (8-cm) 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 3-inch (8-cm) CD  
Place it in the inner recessed area of the disc tray. Do not put  
a normal (5-inch/12-cm) CD on top of a 3-inch CD.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the problem can be corrected by the simple  
measures suggested. If it cannot, or if the problem is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the unit’s power cord and  
contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for assistance.  
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.  
A disc number does not light up in the  
display.  
The disc has been loaded upside down.  
The disc is damaged.  
Load the disc correctly.  
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.  
Play does not begin.  
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”.  
This unit is being subjected to vibrations or  
impacts.  
Relocate this unit.  
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 this unit.  
The disc may be warped.  
Move the tuner and this unit 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  
fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control  
sensor of the main unit.  
Change position of the main unit.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
AUDIO SECTION  
GENERAL  
Frequency response .......................... 2 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB  
Harmonic distortion+noise (1 kHz)  
Power requirements  
U.S.A. and Canada models ............................ 120V, 60 Hz  
Australia and U.K. models ............................. 240V, 50 Hz  
Europe model ..................................................230V, 50 Hz  
General model ...................... 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption ........................................................ 20W  
Dimensions (W x H x D) ......................... 435 x 106 x 388 mm  
(17-1/8” x 4-3/16” x 15-1/4”)  
CDC-901 .................................................. 0.003% or less  
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>
CDC-501 ...................................................0.004% or less  
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>
S/N ratio  
CDC-901 ................................................. 106 dB or more  
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>
CDC-501 ..................................................102 dB or more  
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>
Dynamic range  
CDC-901 ................................................... 96 dB or more  
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>
CDC-501 ....................................................95 dB or more  
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>
>
Wow & flutter ................................................... Unmeasurable  
Output voltage .......................................................... 2.0±0.5V  
Headphones output (–20 dB) .............. 200±40 mV/150 ohms  
>
Batteries (size AA, R6,UM-3)  
Please note that all specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
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