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...unit may cause bodily injury. away from electronic instruments, etc. If something drops into the YST port located on the right side of this unit to this unit. • When using... the unit and/or personal injury. • Do not place the following objects on this speaker system. • Vibration generated by improper placement or installation of humming (transformers, motors). Furthermore...sure to avoid condensation inside the unit rises, it might fall. CAUTION: Read this YAMAHA subwoofer system. A burning candle etc. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not hold ...
...unit may cause bodily injury. away from electronic instruments, etc. If something drops into the YST port located on the right side of this unit to this unit. • When using... the unit and/or personal injury. • Do not place the following objects on this speaker system. • Vibration generated by improper placement or installation of humming (transformers, motors). Furthermore...sure to avoid condensation inside the unit rises, it might fall. CAUTION: Read this YAMAHA subwoofer system. A burning candle etc. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not hold ...
MCXSP10 Manual
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... jack) terminals of the amplifier 5 2 Connecting to speaker output terminals of the amplifier 8 Connecting to the INPUT1/ OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer 12 Plug in the OFF position or the AC power...may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the home are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. This unit's power supply is disconnected....AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 13 AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION 15 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE 16 Frequency characteristics 17 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. ...
... jack) terminals of the amplifier 5 2 Connecting to speaker output terminals of the amplifier 8 Connecting to the INPUT1/ OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer 12 Plug in the OFF position or the AC power...may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the home are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. This unit's power supply is disconnected....AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 13 AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION 15 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE 16 Frequency characteristics 17 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. ...
MCXSP10 Manual
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... employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound. (Refer to page 18 for the source by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should...
... employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound. (Refer to page 18 for the source by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should...
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... on the bottom of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. B Note There may be necessary to place them on the outside of the subwoofer to the wall. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place it is recommended to break up the parallel ..., the bass effect may die because the sound from it and the sound reflected by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to prevent the subwoofer from moving by the wall may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from happening, face the...
... on the bottom of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. B Note There may be necessary to place them on the outside of the subwoofer to the wall. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place it is recommended to break up the parallel ..., the bass effect may die because the sound from it and the sound reflected by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to prevent the subwoofer from moving by the wall may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from happening, face the...
MCXSP10 Manual
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...other audio/video components. 1 Connecting to line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier • To connect with a YAMAHA DSP amplifier (or AV receiver), connect the SUBWOOFER (or LOW PASS etc.) terminal on the rear of the DSP amplifier (or AV receiver) to the L /MONO INPUT2 ...amplifier has line output (pin jack) terminal(s) ■Choose 2 (pages 8-11) if your component to be connected to the subwoofer. • After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and other speakers should not be connected to "-". If connected, they will not produce sound. 5 When you connect the...
...other audio/video components. 1 Connecting to line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier • To connect with a YAMAHA DSP amplifier (or AV receiver), connect the SUBWOOFER (or LOW PASS etc.) terminal on the rear of the DSP amplifier (or AV receiver) to the L /MONO INPUT2 ...amplifier has line output (pin jack) terminal(s) ■Choose 2 (pages 8-11) if your component to be connected to the subwoofer. • After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and other speakers should not be connected to "-". If connected, they will not produce sound. 5 When you connect the...
MCXSP10 Manual
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... of main speaker output terminals output sound signals simultaneously. CONNECTIONS 2 Connecting to the main speakers. • Set the amplifier so that both sets of main speaker output terminals, see page 10. ■ Using one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Subwoofer Left main speaker To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier Right main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals...
... of main speaker output terminals output sound signals simultaneously. CONNECTIONS 2 Connecting to the main speakers. • Set the amplifier so that both sets of main speaker output terminals, see page 10. ■ Using one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Subwoofer Left main speaker To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier Right main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals...
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CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer Subwoofer To AC outlet Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Subwoofer To AC outlet Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet To AC outlet 9
CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer Subwoofer To AC outlet Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Subwoofer To AC outlet Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet To AC outlet 9
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CONNECTIONS If your amplifier has only one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier 10 Connect the speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer to the main speakers. ■ Using one set of main speaker output terminals.
CONNECTIONS If your amplifier has only one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Right main speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier Left main speaker Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier 10 Connect the speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer to the main speakers. ■ Using one set of main speaker output terminals.
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CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Left main speaker Subwoofer Speaker output terminals To AC outlet Right main speaker Amplifier Subwoofer To AC outlet Left main speaker Subwoofer Speaker output terminals To AC outlet Amplifier Subwoofer To AC outlet 11
CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Left main speaker Subwoofer Speaker output terminals To AC outlet Right main speaker Amplifier Subwoofer To AC outlet Left main speaker Subwoofer Speaker output terminals To AC outlet Amplifier Subwoofer To AC outlet 11
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... After all connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the tab to allow it to the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer For connection, keep the speaker cables as short as shown in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness of the connection ... by twisting the coating off. If the connections are completed, plug in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Release your finger from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them . If these cables are observed and set correctly. Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of each other...
... After all connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the tab to allow it to the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer For connection, keep the speaker cables as short as shown in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness of the connection ... by twisting the coating off. If the connections are completed, plug in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Release your finger from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them . If these cables are observed and set correctly. Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of each other...
MCXSP10 Manual
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...is to be used for details. 0 INPUT2 terminals Used to input line level signals from the AC line. 8 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be set in green while the subwoofer is set in the standby mode. 2 STANDBY/ON button Press this switch in to unplug the...(Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker terminals of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for connecting to the HIGH or LOW position, the subwoofer's automatic power-switching function operates as described on . B PHASE switch Normally this switch to ...
...is to be used for details. 0 INPUT2 terminals Used to input line level signals from the AC line. 8 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be set in green while the subwoofer is set in the standby mode. 2 STANDBY/ON button Press this switch in to unplug the...(Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker terminals of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for connecting to the HIGH or LOW position, the subwoofer's automatic power-switching function operates as described on . B PHASE switch Normally this switch to ...
MCXSP10 Manual
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... played, the lowfrequency effects are enhanced to allow the listeners enjoy more clearly.) • Once the volume balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers is played, the excessive low-frequency components are cut off to make this adjustment again. • For adjusting the VOLUME control... the STANDBY/ON button to turn on page 17. 16 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE Before using the subwoofer, adjust the subwoofer to obtain the optimum volume and tone balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers by using the amplifier's volume control. Normally, set the switch to ...
... played, the lowfrequency effects are enhanced to allow the listeners enjoy more clearly.) • Once the volume balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers is played, the excessive low-frequency components are cut off to make this adjustment again. • For adjusting the VOLUME control... the STANDBY/ON button to turn on page 17. 16 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE Before using the subwoofer, adjust the subwoofer to obtain the optimum volume and tone balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers by using the amplifier's volume control. Normally, set the switch to ...
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...40 Hz 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz The figures below show the optimum adjustment of each control and the frequency characteristics when this subwoofer is combined with a typical main speaker system. ■ EX.1 When combined with a 4" or 5" (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main... speakers PHASE : Set to the REV(reverse) position dB 90 80 YST-SW315 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz PHASE : Set to the REV(reverse) position dB 90 80 YST-SW215 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz ■...
...40 Hz 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz The figures below show the optimum adjustment of each control and the frequency characteristics when this subwoofer is combined with a typical main speaker system. ■ EX.1 When combined with a 4" or 5" (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main... speakers PHASE : Set to the REV(reverse) position dB 90 80 YST-SW315 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz PHASE : Set to the REV(reverse) position dB 90 80 YST-SW215 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz ■...
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...Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to a higher position. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. No sound. It is too low. Set the HIGH CUT control to the "HIGH" or "LOW" position. Sound ... What to the "HIGH" position. Play a source sound with few bass frequencies is too low. Move the subwoofer farther away from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. The level of input signal is played. Otherwise, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position. ...
...Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to a higher position. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. No sound. It is too low. Set the HIGH CUT control to the "HIGH" or "LOW" position. Sound ... What to the "HIGH" position. Play a source sound with few bass frequencies is too low. Move the subwoofer farther away from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. The level of input signal is played. Otherwise, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position. ...