Yamaha R-3 User Manual

Provides a welcome message and thanks the user for purchasing the Yamaha R-3 receiver.

Highlights critical safety instructions, cautions, and warnings for safe operation.

Details the meaning of symbols like the lightning flash and exclamation point.

Illustrates antenna grounding according to the National Electrical Code for safety.

Diagram showing how to connect FM and AM antennas to the receiver.

Illustrates the proper connection of speaker wires to the receiver's terminals.

Shows connections for tape decks, other components, and power outlets.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting speaker systems A and B.

Guide for connecting a turntable, including ground wire and cartridge considerations.

Instructions for connecting a tape deck for recording and playback.

Guidance on connecting the provided AM loop antenna or an external one.

Instructions for connecting other audio/video sources like CD players.

Details on selecting and connecting indoor T-type or outdoor FM antennas.

Instructions for properly connecting a 75 Ohm coaxial cable to the receiver.

Explanation of the power switch and indicators like ST and TUNING MODE.

Details on the digital frequency display and memory indicator.

Explanation of the signal quality indicator and band selector.

Instructions on how to use the memory button for station presetting.

Guide to using the tuning mode switch and preset station buttons.

Explanation of how to use the tuning button for station selection.

Information on using the headphone jack and speaker switches.

Details on adjusting bass extension, bass, treble, and balance for sound.

Guide to using the loudness and volume controls for optimal listening.

Instructions for selecting the desired program source.

Explains multipath effects on FM reception and how to reduce it.

Details how the receiver remembers the last tuned station.

Steps for tuning in and adjusting FM radio stations.

Steps for tuning in and adjusting AM radio stations.

Instructions on how to preset and recall favorite radio stations.

Guide for connecting and playing vinyl records.

Instructions for recording to and playing back from a tape deck.

Guide for playing audio from CD players or other auxiliary sources.

Addresses common audio issues like no sound or humming and provides solutions.

Troubleshoots FM reception problems such as noisy stereo or distortion.

Addresses AM reception issues like crackling, hissing, and buzzing.

Details technical specifications for audio output, sensitivity, and tone controls.

Provides technical data for the FM tuner section, including sensitivity and selectivity.

Details technical specifications for the AM tuner section.

Includes power supply, consumption, dimensions, and weight of the receiver.