Akai AM-M570

Connections
Before beginning
@ Turn off all the components before connecting.
@ Connect the power cord last.
@ Make sure that you connect the white PIN-plug to the left
(white) jack and the red PIN-plug to the right (red) jack.
@ Connect everything securely. Loose connections can lead
to malfunction.
@ To prevent damage to the cords, connect and disconnect
by holding the plug, not the cord.
@ To avoid distortion, make sure that the power cords and the
connection cords do not get tangled with each other.
@
If
your
turntable
is
equipped
with
an
earth
wire,
securely
connect
it
to
the
amplifiers
7r
GND
terminal.
On the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS
(Voltage convertible models only)
For
connection
of
audio
equipment
power
cords
(tuner,
CD
player,
cassette
deck,
etc.).
The maximum connected power consumption is 300 Watts.
Do not exceed the maximum power consumption indicated on
the rear panel of the amplifier.
The
power
to
the
SWITCHED
outlet
is
turned
on
and
off
by
the
amplifiers
POWER
switch.
Check
the
power
consumption
of
the
component
you
wish
to
connect
before
connecting
it.
Refer
to
the
rear
panel
of
the
component
or
the
specifications
in
the
component's
oper-
ator’s
manual.
Speaker connections
On the speaker system
@ Use speakers with 8 to 16 ohms impedance only. Refer to
the marking on the amplifier’s rear panel.
@ Besure to connectthe @ terminals of the speaker system to
the ® SPEAKERS terminals of the amplifier and © termi-
nals to the © SPEAKERS terminals of the amplifier.
® Connect the left speaker to the L-SPEAKERS terminals of
the amplifier and the right speaker to the R-SPEAKERS ter-
minals of the amplifier.
To
prevent
fire
or
damage,
only
connect
speakers
of
8
to
16 OHM impedance to this unit.
10-En
How to connect
1 Strip off approximately 1 cm length of the vinyl covering
from the end of the speaker cords and twist the exposed
wires together firmly.
2
While
depressing
the
tab
of
the
speaker
terminal
to
its
open
position,
fully
insert
the
speaker
wire
into
the
open
terminal.
3
Release
the
tab
to
connect
the
wire.
Pull
the
speaker
cord
gently
to
make
sure
that
it
is
securely
connected.
, 2.3
—-| 1cm }-—
The speaker system
Speaker placement
The playback characteristics of the speaker system(s) are
greatly influenced by the placement and the room in which the
speakers are used. For example, if the speaker system is
placed near a hard wail, the bass will sound better but the
treble might seem too strong. Play back some music without
using the tone controls and move the speaker system around
to find the best location. However, please keep the following in
mind.
Place the speaker system:
®@ On a flat and solid surface which does not transmit too
many vibrations.
@ Ina place that is well ventilated, and not very humid.
@ Away from direct sunlight and heat sources (stoves, etc.).
@ Away from your turntable and TV.
To prevent damage to the speaker
system
@ Do not raise the volume too high.
@ Turn off the amplifier when changing or connecting the
player system’s cartridge.
@ Lower the volume when changing radio stations and when
cueing or reviewing tapes.
@ Do not touch the speakers’ diaphragms.
How to clean the speaker system(s)
® Clean the speaker system(s) with a soft, dry cloth.
@ If itis very dirty, use a mild detergent.
® To protect the diaphragms (the vibrating parts), do not
spray liquid cleaner directly on the speaker system. Always
spray it on a cloth first.
@ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or a spray-type insecticide
near the speaker system, as this will damage the finish.
After
all
connections
have
been
made
Connect the power cords to an optional audio timer or directly
to your household AC outlets.
Important
The illustrated power plugs and cords are intended for
general reference. The power plug and cord used in your
country may differ from the illustrations. (Example; U.K.,
Australia, U.S.A., Europe etc.)
25-En