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... Status Indicator 18 Volume level 18 Input signal 18 Troubleshooting 19 Recommended Virtual Surround Speaker Settings 20 Glossary 21 Specifications back cover ■ Introduction The Yamaha Home Theater Sound System "AVX-S30" consists of the AV amplifier (AVC-S30), satellite speakers (NXS30) and subwoofer (NX-SW30). For information on other AV components, refer to the...
... Status Indicator 18 Volume level 18 Input signal 18 Troubleshooting 19 Recommended Virtual Surround Speaker Settings 20 Glossary 21 Specifications back cover ■ Introduction The Yamaha Home Theater Sound System "AVX-S30" consists of the AV amplifier (AVC-S30), satellite speakers (NXS30) and subwoofer (NX-SW30). For information on other AV components, refer to the...
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... product, make sure you received all of the following parts. (The remote control is supplied with the DVD-S30.) AV amplifier (AVC-S30) x 1 Satellite speaker (NX-S30) x 2 Subwoofer (NX-SW30) x 1 Accessories System control cable (5 m) x 1 Subwoofer cable (1-pin, 5 m) x 1 Speaker cable (for satellite, 5 m) x 2 Amplifier stand x 2 Non-skid pad (large) x 1 set (4 pieces) Non-skid pad (small) x 2 sets (8 pieces...
... product, make sure you received all of the following parts. (The remote control is supplied with the DVD-S30.) AV amplifier (AVC-S30) x 1 Satellite speaker (NX-S30) x 2 Subwoofer (NX-SW30) x 1 Accessories System control cable (5 m) x 1 Subwoofer cable (1-pin, 5 m) x 1 Speaker cable (for satellite, 5 m) x 2 Amplifier stand x 2 Non-skid pad (large) x 1 set (4 pieces) Non-skid pad (small) x 2 sets (8 pieces...
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...MONO This button is output, press L to set the orientation of the virtual surround speaker (L), and press R to fast forward disc playback on /off the volume. PREPARATION R NIGHT Turns on the DVD-S30. Press and hold to fast reverse or to set the orientation of the VCD and... SVCD while operating the DVD-S30. Q VOLUME +/- SW +/-: Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume. (page 16) CENTER +/-: Adjusts the center speaker channel volume. (page 16) SURR +/-: Adjusts the surround speaker channel volume. (page 16) ANGLE: Selects the disc viewing angle ...
...MONO This button is output, press L to set the orientation of the virtual surround speaker (L), and press R to fast forward disc playback on /off the volume. PREPARATION R NIGHT Turns on the DVD-S30. Press and hold to fast reverse or to set the orientation of the VCD and... SVCD while operating the DVD-S30. Q VOLUME +/- SW +/-: Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume. (page 16) CENTER +/-: Adjusts the center speaker channel volume. (page 16) SURR +/-: Adjusts the surround speaker channel volume. (page 16) ANGLE: Selects the disc viewing angle ...
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...vocal sounds) and surround channel sounds effectively using the Yamaha Air Surround system. Subwoofer Notes • Be sure to place the satellite speaker (L) on the left of the TV and the satellite speaker (R) on the left /right speakers on the listening position and subwoofer location. Also,...both sides of your TV at least 80 cm (2' 6") apart while they are not symmetrical. Satellite speaker (L) Satellite speaker (R) Satellite speakers (L, R) (NX-S30) Place the left of the TV since the speakers are placed 80 cm (2' 6") away from the TV. • Bass sounds produced by the ...
...vocal sounds) and surround channel sounds effectively using the Yamaha Air Surround system. Subwoofer Notes • Be sure to place the satellite speaker (L) on the left of the TV and the satellite speaker (R) on the left /right speakers on the listening position and subwoofer location. Also,...both sides of your TV at least 80 cm (2' 6") apart while they are not symmetrical. Satellite speaker (L) Satellite speaker (R) Satellite speakers (L, R) (NX-S30) Place the left of the TV since the speakers are placed 80 cm (2' 6") away from the TV. • Bass sounds produced by the ...
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... then place them to the bottom of the subwoofer, and then place the subwoofer on a loose speaker cable, the speaker may cause the speaker to fall. • Make sure you want to a wall. YAMAHA will bear no responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations. ■ Placing the subwoofer Attach the non-skid pads...
... then place them to the bottom of the subwoofer, and then place the subwoofer on a loose speaker cable, the speaker may cause the speaker to fall. • Make sure you want to a wall. YAMAHA will bear no responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations. ■ Placing the subwoofer Attach the non-skid pads...
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...cable (supplied, red plug) INPUT SYSTEM CONNECTOR Subwoofer Satellite speaker (R) To AC outlet 8 Tab L SPEAKERS R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. Connect the cable plugs to the AV amplifier (AVC-S30). Doing so may damage the cable plug or speaker jack. Red: Insert the cable plug facing the tub ...MIN. White: Insert the cable plug facing the tub upwards. PREPARATION Connecting the Speakers Follow the procedure below to connect the satellite speakers (NX-S30) and subwoofer (NX-SW30) to the speaker jack of the AV amplifier and subwoofer until you hear a click. Notes ...
...cable (supplied, red plug) INPUT SYSTEM CONNECTOR Subwoofer Satellite speaker (R) To AC outlet 8 Tab L SPEAKERS R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. Connect the cable plugs to the AV amplifier (AVC-S30). Doing so may damage the cable plug or speaker jack. Red: Insert the cable plug facing the tub ...MIN. White: Insert the cable plug facing the tub upwards. PREPARATION Connecting the Speakers Follow the procedure below to connect the satellite speakers (NX-S30) and subwoofer (NX-SW30) to the speaker jack of the AV amplifier and subwoofer until you hear a click. Notes ...
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... or less (shown above). TV (monitor) 9 About optical cables 14 mm Use an optical cable with DVD-S30) Coaxial cable (commercially available) INPUT 4 1 2 3 L R SYSTEM CONNECTOR SUBWOOFER OUT SPEAKERS L R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. TV (monitor) DVD player (DVD-S30) s p e DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) CD player with coaxial digital output COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT Video pin...
... or less (shown above). TV (monitor) 9 About optical cables 14 mm Use an optical cable with DVD-S30) Coaxial cable (commercially available) INPUT 4 1 2 3 L R SYSTEM CONNECTOR SUBWOOFER OUT SPEAKERS L R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. TV (monitor) DVD player (DVD-S30) s p e DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) CD player with coaxial digital output COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT Video pin...
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with no digital output (L) (R) Audio pin cable (commercially available) INPUT 4 1 2 3 L R SYSTEM CONNECTOR SUBWOOFER OUT SPEAKERS L R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. (R) (L) Audio pin cable (commercially available) (R) (L) TV R L AUDIO OUTPUT Connect the TV to the AV amplifier to enjoy TV sounds on the system. ...
with no digital output (L) (R) Audio pin cable (commercially available) INPUT 4 1 2 3 L R SYSTEM CONNECTOR SUBWOOFER OUT SPEAKERS L R SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:6ΩMIN. (R) (L) Audio pin cable (commercially available) (R) (L) TV R L AUDIO OUTPUT Connect the TV to the AV amplifier to enjoy TV sounds on the system. ...
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... (1) to start from basic playback operation. While the mute function is turned on. 2 Press one currently selected) blink. For example, if the DVD-S30 is connected to adjust the volume level. To enjoy high realistic sensational sounds with a DSP program → "Enjoying realistic sounds (CINEMA DSP)" (page ...13) To enjoy stereo sounds such as CD audio with virtual multi channels → "Enjoying stereo sounds with multi speaker channels (Dolby Pro Logic II)" (page 13) To enjoy virtual surround sounds with the DVS function → "Using the DVS function (Dolby Virtual...
... (1) to start from basic playback operation. While the mute function is turned on. 2 Press one currently selected) blink. For example, if the DVD-S30 is connected to adjust the volume level. To enjoy high realistic sensational sounds with a DSP program → "Enjoying realistic sounds (CINEMA DSP)" (page ...13) To enjoy stereo sounds such as CD audio with virtual multi channels → "Enjoying stereo sounds with multi speaker channels (Dolby Pro Logic II)" (page 13) To enjoy virtual surround sounds with the DVS function → "Using the DVS function (Dolby Virtual...
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...or MODE. ■ Using the DVS function (Dolby Virtual Speaker) The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) function reproduces 5.1-channel-like realistic sensational sounds with the multi speaker channels. OPERATION OPERATION Enjoying Sounds with Specific Speaker Channels The sound program features allow you cannot select a CINEMA... The icon for the selected input. ■ Enjoying stereo sounds with SHIFT TV TV INPUT TV CH qVS DUAL MONO qVS multi speaker channels (Dolby Pro Logic II) The Dolby Pro Logic II modes reproduce 5.1-channel audio from the stereo sounds. q Pro Logic II...
...or MODE. ■ Using the DVS function (Dolby Virtual Speaker) The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) function reproduces 5.1-channel-like realistic sensational sounds with the multi speaker channels. OPERATION OPERATION Enjoying Sounds with Specific Speaker Channels The sound program features allow you cannot select a CINEMA... The icon for the selected input. ■ Enjoying stereo sounds with SHIFT TV TV INPUT TV CH qVS DUAL MONO qVS multi speaker channels (Dolby Pro Logic II) The Dolby Pro Logic II modes reproduce 5.1-channel audio from the stereo sounds. q Pro Logic II...
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... when a stereo signal is input, the headphone produces normal stereo sound. • When headphones are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack, the speakers do not output any sounds. • When headphones are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack on the unit, the DVS function is not available...Enjoying Sounds in a Variety of Ways You can enjoy the presence of YAMAHA CORPORATION. ■ Listening at low volume. • When headphones are mixed with other channel audio. • If you to enjoy multi-speaker simulation sounds with the Night Listening function, you use headphones or reduce the...
... when a stereo signal is input, the headphone produces normal stereo sound. • When headphones are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack, the speakers do not output any sounds. • When headphones are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack on the unit, the DVS function is not available...Enjoying Sounds in a Variety of Ways You can enjoy the presence of YAMAHA CORPORATION. ■ Listening at low volume. • When headphones are mixed with other channel audio. • If you to enjoy multi-speaker simulation sounds with the Night Listening function, you use headphones or reduce the...
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...(L, R): -4 (Min) to adjust the volume level of the currently selected speaker channel. : Satellite speaker and subwoofer : Virtual speaker 3 To confirm the adjustment, press TEST. In this case, adjust the speaker balance using test tones at your listening position with the remote control. ■...level in order. 2 While a test tone is output from the speaker channel you may need to adjust the speaker balance manually. CONFIGURATIONS CONFIGURATIONS CONFIGURATIONS Adjusting the Speaker Balance The initial speaker settings are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack on the front panel while...
...(L, R): -4 (Min) to adjust the volume level of the currently selected speaker channel. : Satellite speaker and subwoofer : Virtual speaker 3 To confirm the adjustment, press TEST. In this case, adjust the speaker balance using test tones at your listening position with the remote control. ■...level in order. 2 While a test tone is output from the speaker channel you may need to adjust the speaker balance manually. CONFIGURATIONS CONFIGURATIONS CONFIGURATIONS Adjusting the Speaker Balance The initial speaker settings are connected to the SILENT CINEMA jack on the front panel while...
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... R). To adjust them individually, carry out the "Adjusting the speaker balance with this procedure. The satellite speakers are no reflection faces (walls or windows). Adjusting the Orientation of the Virtual Surround Speakers This unit employs the Yamaha Air Surround system that you first adjust the speaker balance with test tones (page 15). • You can...
... R). To adjust them individually, carry out the "Adjusting the speaker balance with this procedure. The satellite speakers are no reflection faces (walls or windows). Adjusting the Orientation of the Virtual Surround Speakers This unit employs the Yamaha Air Surround system that you first adjust the speaker balance with test tones (page 15). • You can...
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...time you press the button, the orientation changes as follows. 20° (Five status indicators from the right or left light up) Satellite speaker (L) Press L to adjust A Satellite speaker (R) Press R to adjust A 30° (Four status indicators from the right or left light up) 40° (Three status ...indicators from the right or left light up) 50° (Two status indicators from the right or left surround speaker, or press R repeatedly to select an orientation of the virtual left light up) 60° (Rightmost or leftmost status indicator lights up) y ...
...time you press the button, the orientation changes as follows. 20° (Five status indicators from the right or left light up) Satellite speaker (L) Press L to adjust A Satellite speaker (R) Press R to adjust A 30° (Four status indicators from the right or left light up) 40° (Three status ...indicators from the right or left light up) 50° (Two status indicators from the right or left surround speaker, or press R repeatedly to select an orientation of the virtual left light up) 60° (Rightmost or leftmost status indicator lights up) y ...
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... level Volume level of the CINEMA DSP programs or Dolby Pro Logic modes is input y The status indicator "AUTO" turns off when one of each speaker channel (difference based on each signal type, refer to "Glossary" (page 21).
... level Volume level of the CINEMA DSP programs or Dolby Pro Logic modes is input y The status indicator "AUTO" turns off when one of each speaker channel (difference based on each signal type, refer to "Glossary" (page 21).
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...-frequency equipment. Select the correct input source or input setting. (page 12) The cables may be connected improperly. contain a center speaker signal. minimum level. (page 15) The subwoofer cable or system control cable may be connected improperly. For information on this unit... or disconnect the power cable. Make sure all speaker cables are connected properly. (pages 8-10) Speaker channels other than the You may be shorted. The remote control sensor on this unit, then consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Wait for about 30 ...
...-frequency equipment. Select the correct input source or input setting. (page 12) The cables may be connected improperly. contain a center speaker signal. minimum level. (page 15) The subwoofer cable or system control cable may be connected improperly. For information on this unit... or disconnect the power cable. Make sure all speaker cables are connected properly. (pages 8-10) Speaker channels other than the You may be shorted. The remote control sensor on this unit, then consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Wait for about 30 ...
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... and side walls: 3 and 4 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 2.0 m (6.6 ft) Distance of satellite speakers and listening position: 5 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.3 m (4.3 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 1.7 m (5.6 ft) Recommended setting 30° 30...
... and side walls: 3 and 4 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 0.8 m (2.6 ft) 1.2 m (3.9 ft) 1.6 m (5.2 ft) 2.0 m (6.6 ft) Distance of satellite speakers and listening position: 5 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.4 m (4.6 ft) 1.3 m (4.3 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 2.2 m (7.2 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 1.9 m (6.2 ft) 1.7 m (5.6 ft) Recommended setting 30° 30...
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...). ■ DTS (Digital Theater System) Digital surround sound system developed by Yamaha enables the surround sound field using 2-channel stereo for use in movie theaters, their effect is best felt in the sound heard as 0.1 channel). By using six speaker units built in the listening room of audio data, it a higher quality...
...). ■ DTS (Digital Theater System) Digital surround sound system developed by Yamaha enables the surround sound field using 2-channel stereo for use in movie theaters, their effect is best felt in the sound heard as 0.1 channel). By using six speaker units built in the listening room of audio data, it a higher quality...
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...speaker units built in two satellite speakers. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA All rights reserved. Specifications Amplifier • Model name AVC-S30...215; 305 mm (Approx. 8 15/32" × 2 3/4 × 12") • Weight 2.6 kg (Approx. 5 lbs 12 oz) Satellite speaker • Model name NX-S30 • Type Full range acoustic suspension magnetic shielding type • Driver 5 cm (2") cone magnetic shielding type × 3 • Input impedance 6 Ω...
...speaker units built in two satellite speakers. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA All rights reserved. Specifications Amplifier • Model name AVC-S30...215; 305 mm (Approx. 8 15/32" × 2 3/4 × 12") • Weight 2.6 kg (Approx. 5 lbs 12 oz) Satellite speaker • Model name NX-S30 • Type Full range acoustic suspension magnetic shielding type • Driver 5 cm (2") cone magnetic shielding type × 3 • Input impedance 6 Ω...