Yamaha RX-397 User Guide

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CONNECTIONS
PREP
ARA
TION
Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient signal 
strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the designated terminals.
• A properly installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an 
outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult your nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about outdoor antennas.
• If you connect an outdoor FM antenna to this unit, do not connect the indoor FM antenna to this unit.
• To minimize interference from automobile ignition, locate the antenna as far from heavy traffic as possible.
• Keep the feeder cable or coaxial cable as short as possible. Do not bundle or roll up excess cable.
• The antenna should be placed at least 2 meters from reinforced concrete walls or metal structures.
Connecting the AM and FM antennas
Notes
GND
AM
ANT
FM
ANT
75
Ω
UNBAL.
TUNER
AUDIO
GND
AM loop antenna 
(included)
Indoor FM antenna 
(included)
Outdoor AM antenna
Use a 5 to 10 m of vinyl-
covered wire extended 
outdoors from a window.
Outdoor FM antenna
Ground (GND terminal)
For maximum safety and 
minimum interference, connect 
the antenna GND terminal to a 
good earth ground. A good earth 
ground is a metal stake driven into 
moist earth.