Yamaha EMX5016CF Owner's Manual - Page 29

Reference Speaker Connections When making 2-channel and 2-channel parallel connections to the SPEAKERS jacks, be sure that the impedance of your speakers meets the conditions indicated below. Note that actual speaker impedance varies according to the connection method and the number of speakers. • When making connections, be sure that your cables have the appropriate ratings and the correct plugs. CAUTION • Be sure to use dedicated speaker cables when connecting speakers to the SPEAKERS jacks. 2-channel connection When connecting by 2-channel connection, use speakers with impedance of 4 ohms to 8 ohms. 4Ω - 8Ω 4Ω - 8Ω 2-channel parallel connection When connecting speakers in parallel as shown below, use speakers with impedance of 8 ohms to 16 ohms. 8Ω - 16Ω 8Ω - 16Ω 8Ω - 16Ω 8Ω - 16Ω EMX5016CF Owner's Manual 29