Yamaha MusicCAST MCX-CA15 Owner's Manual - Operation

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The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for user flexibility. Before using the MCX-CA15, 

you must set the operation mode to either “A”, “B” or “C” depending on your system configuration.

Be sure to set the operation mode before connecting the MCX-CA15 to a live power source.

■ Operation Modes

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 For details on the input level sensing function, see page 11.

In “B” and “C” modes, you cannot adjust the volume level from the MCX-CA15. Signals 

input through the AUDIO IN jack are not converted before being output. If loud sounds are 

output, your speakers may be damaged. Before listening to components for the first time, 

lower the volume on the component to minimum.

• In “B” mode, if no signal is detected for five minutes or longer, the MCX-CA15 enters sleep mode.

• In “B” and “C” modes, when a component is connected to the AUDIO IN jack, the input default setting is 

“AUDIO IN”. However, when no component is connected, the default setting is “AV IN”.

• Before connecting or disconnecting an external component to/from the AUDIO IN jack, be sure to unplug 

the MCX-CA15 from a live power supply.

OPERATION

Operation modes

Mode

Usage

A mode

Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as a companion to a client. In this mode you can 

also control a YAMAHA AV receiver connected to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box from the client’s 

remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. In this mode, the MCX-CA15 is fully 

controllable from the client.

B mode

Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for a system other than the 

MusicCAST system and you also want to automatically turns on the MCX-CA15 or switches it to 

sleep mode using input signals using the input level sensing function

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. In this mode, the 

MCX-CA15’s power is controlled by audio signals input from the connected external component.

C mode

Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for a system other than the 

MusicCAST system and you do not want to use the input level sensing function

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. In this mode, 

the MCX-CA15’s power is controlled by control signals input from the connected external 

component.

Notes

CAUTION

MODE

A B C

MODE

A B C

MODE

A B C

CAUTION

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