Manual for GX-5

Manual for GX-5

Brand: YAMAHA

Category: Audio/Video

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:20 p.m.

Warranty Information

Refer to the manual for specific warranty information.

CD Player Operation:

  • Playback: Press the CD input selector, then OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc table. Place discs label-side up. Close the table. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start. Use DISC SKIP to change discs. Use track number buttons for direct selection.
  • Interrupting Playback: Press PLAY/PAUSE. The " " indicator flashes. Press again to resume.
  • Stopping Playback: Press the STOP button.
  • Programming: Press PROG while stopped. Select tracks using number buttons. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start programmed playback.
  • Skip Search/Manual Search: Use skip buttons to find tracks.

Timer Play:

  • Set the ON TIME and OFF TIME for automatic playback.
  • Select the source (TAPE, TUNER, CD).
  • Set desired time using HOUR and MINUTE buttons.

Timer Recording (Tuner):

  • Load a tape. Tune to the desired station.
  • Set the start and end times for recording. Press TIMER button.

Sleep Timer:

  • Press SLEEP button to set desired time for automatic turn-off.

Karaoke Operation:

  • Connect microphone to MIC jack. Play source. Adjust MIC MIXING level.

Graphic Equalizer/Sound Field Processor:

  • Select preset equalizer modes (MUSIC) and sound field modes (LOCATION).
  • Adjust equalizer levels using control buttons.
  • Store favorite combinations as user programs.

Connections:

  • Connect antennas, speakers, and external audio units to AUX terminals.

Troubleshooting and error codes

SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
No power even if the POWER switch is pressed. AC supply lead is not plugged in. Plug in the AC supply lead.
No sound from one speaker Loose speaker connections. Connect properly.
No sound from speakers. Internal protection circuit is functioning. Unplug the AC supply lead from the wall AC outlet, and then plug in again.
Excessive static in FM broadcasts. Interference from starting motor of nearby car. Position the FM antenna as high and as far away from nearby roads as possible. Connect using a coaxial cable.
Noise increases during stereo broadcasts. Antenna input is too weak due to obstructions or excessive distance from broadcasting station. Check antenna connections.
Stereo broadcasts are noisy and STEREO indicator blinks on and off. Insufficient antenna input. Install a multi-element type FM antenna if possible.
Cannot select preset stations. Preset memory has been erased. Reprogram memory presets.
Buzzing or static during AM (LW or MW) broadcasts. Interference from source such as lightning, flourescent lights, electric motors or thermostat of nearby electrical appliance. Problem is difficult to eliminate but can be lessened by grounding MW/LW (AM) loop antenna.
AM (LW or MW) broadcast sensitivity is poor. TV or microprocessor is being used nearby. Move away from TV or microprocessor.
Can't set timer. Current time is not set. Set current time.
This unit will not operate properly. The internal microcomputer has been frozen by an external electric shock (lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or power supply with low voltage. Unplug the AC supply lead from the wall AC outlet, and then plug in again after about one minute.
Play does not begin even if disc is loaded. Disc is upside down. Load disc label side up.
No sound. Disc is dirty. Clean disc.
Sound stops suddenly (always at same spot). Disc is dirty. Clean disc.
Tape won't move during playback or recording. Slack tape wrapped around pinch roller. Take up slack with a pencil before using.
Can't record. Erasure prevention tab is broken off. Replace tape or cover erasure prevention hole with cellophane tape.
Sound is distorted or fades out. Head is dirty. Clean heads.
Poor sound quality. Head has become magnetized. Demagnetize heads with head eraser.
Stereo balance is poor. Head is dirty. Clean heads.
Excessive noise. Head has become magnetized. Demagnetize heads with head eraser.
Tape travel stops in middle of playback or recording. Slack tape coming out of cassette shell. Take up slack by turning reels with a pencil.
Can't find the beginning of desired selections on tape. Endless tape is being used. Don't use endless tapes.
Remote control doesn't work. Batteries are dead. Replace batteries.
TV functions strangely when the remote control is used. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of flourescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of the main unit. Change position of the main unit.
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