Kanto YARO2 User manual
User Manual
YARO2 AMPLIFIER
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Important Safety Precautions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
• Protect the power-supply cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, the
apparatus does not operate normally, or the apparatus has
been dropped.
• Apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with
a protective earthing connection.
• An appliance input coupler is used as the disconnect device
- the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Batteries or battery packs shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE BACK PANEL.NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user of
the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
ATTENTION
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the apparatus.
FCC Notice:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE 1: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
NOTE 2: Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Notice:
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and
its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
This device complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210
Le pré sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence
L’ exploitation est autorisé e aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1)l’ appareil ne droit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2)l’ utilisateur de l’ appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioé lectrique subi, mê me si le brouillage est susceptible d’ en le
fonctionnement .
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing YARO2, designed by Kanto in Canada. YARO2 outputs 35W RMS per
channel into 4 Ohm speakers, for remarkably bold and clean sound. Excellent sensitivity and
frequency response provide deep thumping lows and clear, scintillating highs. YARO2 is an
amazingly flexible audio system that can accept three input sources and connect to a subwoofer
for enhanced low frequency response. Additionally, it is equipped with a high-quality USB DAC
for digital connection to your computer. YARO2 operates on a multi-voltage auto-switching
power source from 110 V to 240 V and can be used worldwide.
We recommend you read all instructions carefully before using the system and keep them for
future reference. Kanto cannot be liable for damage or injury caused by incorrect setup or use of
this product.
This system was carefully tested and inspected during production, and before packaging and
shipping. After unpacking, please check for any damage. It is rare that a unit is damaged
during shipping, but if this happens contact your retailer immediately. You can also call Kanto
What’s In the Box?
User
Manuals
x3
x2
‘AAA’
Batteries
YARO2
Amplifier
Remote
Control
AUX USBOPT
BALANCE
TREBLEBASS
YAROV2
Speaker
Wire
x2
AC/DC
Adapter
3.5mm AUX
Cable
Optical
Cable
USB
Cable
x8
Self-Adhesive
Rubber Feet
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Setting Up Your Speakers
The YARO2 Amp is designed to power a pair of passive speakers. We recommend the Kanto
YARO2 Passive Speakers.
1) Ensure that the YARO2 Amp is not plugged into power.
2) Connect the speakers to the amp as shown below using the supplied speaker cable.
Connect the RED (+) and BLACK (−) terminals from the passive speaker to the corresponding
terminals on the Amp, taking care not to reverse the wires. Simply unscrew the binding post
until you see the hole and insert the bare wire, then tighten the binding post finger-tight. If you
wish to place your speakers farther apart than the supplied cable will reach, we recommend
that you purchase a heavier gauge of speaker cable to minimize signal loss.
3) Connect the power cord from YARO2 Amp to the wall outlet.
ATTENTION
When the volume is high, this system can produce noise levels that could permanently damage your hearing.
Do not connect the Amp inputs to the speaker outputs of a stereo amplifier. Damage may occur. Use only the power
cord provided with the speakers.
AUX OPT USBSUB
LR
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INPUT
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INPUT
LEFT
SPEAKER
RIGHT
SPEAKER
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Connecting Audio Sources
YARO2 features a high quality DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that supports data streams up
to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution.
Use the appropriate audio cable to connect your audio source components to your speakers.
Refer to the following diagram on connectivity options. The examples in the following pages
are not meant to be exhaustive - just examples.
ATTENTION
Some models of turntables include a built-in Phono Pre-Amp.
LR
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OPT USBSUB
USB A-B
3.5MM - 3.5MM
3.5MM - RCA
TOSLINK OPTICAL
PHONO
PRE-AMP
TURNTABLE
GAME CONSOLES COMPUTER
COMPUTER
MEDIA PLAYERS CD / DVD / BLURAY
SMART PHONEMP3 PLAYER
AUX
T.V. GAME CONSOLES
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LR
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AUX OPT USBSUB
U
U
RCA (MONO)
Connecting a Subwoofer
YARO2 is equipped with an RCA connector to provide output signal to a powered subwoofer.
Simply connect a single RCA subwoofer cable from the SUB OUT connection on the YARO2 to
the AUDIO INPUT on your subwoofer. If your subwoofer has a stereo L/R RCA input, either left
or right inputs will work.
We recommend the Kanto SUB6, SUB8, or YURI powered subwoofer with crossover and
volume controls. Most quality subwoofers offer these controls, which allow you to customize
the amount of bass you will experience.
Look for these products on the Kanto website at: www.kantoliving.com
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STATUS LED
INFRARED PORT
3.5MM HEADPHONE
OPT USB DAC
AUX
CONTROL
KNOB
Using Your Speakers
Front Control Knob Functions
The control knob is used to turn on/off, select input and adjust volume. A short press turns the
amplifier on while a long press switches the amplifier to standby. Once turned on, short presses
will cycle between input selection as per the diagram below.
STATUS LED
INFRARED PORT
3.5MM HEADPHONE
OPT USB DAC
AUX
CONTROL
KNOB
STATUS
LED WILL
BLINK
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AUX USBOPT
BALANCE
TREBLEBASS
YAROV2
Remote Control Functions
1 Standby Button - press to enter or exit
Standby Mode
2 3.5mm AUX Input Select
3 Optical Input Select
4 USB DAC Input Select
5 Increase Volume
6 Decrease Volume
7 Increase Bass Output
8 Decrease Bass Output
9 Reset Bass Output
10 Increase Treble Output
11 Decrease Treble Output
12 Reset Treble Output
13 Mute
14 Balance Control Left Channel
15 Balance Control Right Channel
16 Reset Balance (Left and Right
Channels)
17 Previous Track (USB Operation)
18 Play / Pause (USB Operation)
19 Next Track (USB Operation)
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Install two supplied AAA batteries in the back of your YARO2 remote. Remote Control
functions are listed below.
STATUS
LED WILL
BLINK
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Auto Power-up / Auto Power-down
The YARO2 Amp is designed to save power when not in use. When no audio signal has been
detected for 15 minutes, the YARO2 Amp will put itself into stand-by mode. If the audio signal
returns via the same input that the YARO2 Amp was playing when it entered standby, the
YARO2 Amp will wake up and resume playing. It can also be woken up manually by:
• Pressing the Standby Button on the Remote
• Pressing the Control knob on the Amp
If you do not find the Auto Power-up (APU) feature useful, you can disable it by pressing the
Balance Reset button on the remote and holding it for 5 seconds. The Status LED will blink
once to indicate that you have disabled the APU feature. To enable the APU if you have
disabled it, simply press and hold the Balance Reset button again for 5 seconds. The Status
LED will blink twice to indicate that you have enabled the APU.
Note that APU is always turned on when power is applied, but will only work after automatic
power down. APU will not work if unit is manually switched to standby using the remote or
control knob.
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Specifications
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohm
Amplifier Type Class D
Power Output 70 Watts RMS (35 Watts RMS/channel)
Input Sensitivity 450 mV
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.1%
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 1 dB
Inputs 1 x 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack AUX
1 x USB DAC
1 x Optical (Toslink)
Outputs 1 x Subwoofer
1 x 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Speaker Terminals Left and Right Binding Posts
Input Voltage / Frequency AC 100 V - 240 V 50/60 Hz (auto switching)
Standby Power Consumption < 0.5 W
Remote Included
YARO2 AMPLIFIER
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Limited Warranty to Original Purchaser
Kanto Distribution Inc. (Kanto) warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for the following limited warranty period of:
24 months parts and labour
If equipment fails because of such defects and Kanto or an authorized dealer is notified within 24
months from the date of shipment with proof of original invoice, Kanto will, at its option, repair
or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical, or other abuse or modifications. Equipment that fails under conditions other than those
covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the repair. Such repairs
are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment to the original purchaser. This warranty is in
lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitation, any implied warranty
or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.
Customers will be responsible for obtaining a Return Authorization as well as shipping costs to
return product to a Kanto location or authorized depot listed on the website. If the equipment
is covered under the warranty provisions above, Kanto will repair or replace, and be responsible
for return shipping to the customer. Please keep the original packaging so products will not
be damaged during shipping, and we recommend you insure your shipment. If equipment fails
outside the warranty provisions, customers will be quoted repair and return shipping costs prior to
work being performed.
The information in the owner’s manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, Kanto assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in the
manual. In no event will Kanto, be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential
damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of
such damages.
Warranty
15H
Tel 888.848.2643
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