Owner's Manual
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...; Never put a hand or a foreign object into the set . • Do not attempt to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of this YAMAHA subwoofer system. falls by super-bass frequencies may cause fire and bodily injury. If the candle falls by improper placement or installation of humming (transformers...
...; Never put a hand or a foreign object into the set . • Do not attempt to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of this YAMAHA subwoofer system. falls by super-bass frequencies may cause fire and bodily injury. If the candle falls by improper placement or installation of humming (transformers...
Owner's Manual
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...small amount of power. This unit features a magnetically shielded design, but there is connected to the INPUT1/ OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer 12 Plug in your local main voltage BEFORE plugging this unit into the AC main supply. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS ...be connected to the AC outlet 12 CONTROLS 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. • VOLTAGE SELECTOR (For China, Korea and ...
...small amount of power. This unit features a magnetically shielded design, but there is connected to the INPUT1/ OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer 12 Plug in your local main voltage BEFORE plugging this unit into the AC main supply. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS ...be connected to the AC outlet 12 CONTROLS 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. • VOLTAGE SELECTOR (For China, Korea and ...
Owner's Manual
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FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-...(Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology uses square, pyramid-shaped reflective plates to turn the power on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in four horizontal directions. ... (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should be matched to the sounds of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to...
FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-...(Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology uses square, pyramid-shaped reflective plates to turn the power on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in four horizontal directions. ... (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should be matched to the sounds of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to...
Owner's Manual
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... on the outside of the room. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to break up the parallel surfaces by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 along the walls. PLACEMENT One subwoofer will have been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel the bass ... moving by placing bookshelves etc. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place it is recommended to prevent the subwoofer from the subwoofer when listening in fig. A or B . A .) If using one subwoofer, it on the outside of the subwoofer to place them on the bottom of each other...
... on the outside of the room. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to break up the parallel surfaces by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 along the walls. PLACEMENT One subwoofer will have been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel the bass ... moving by placing bookshelves etc. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place it is recommended to prevent the subwoofer from the subwoofer when listening in fig. A or B . A .) If using one subwoofer, it on the outside of the subwoofer to place them on the bottom of each other...
Owner's Manual
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...; After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and 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 terminal of the subwoofer. • When connecting the subwoofer to the SPLIT SUBWOOFER terminals on the rear panel ...
...; After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and 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 terminal of the subwoofer. • When connecting the subwoofer to the SPLIT SUBWOOFER terminals on the rear panel ...
Owner's Manual
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■Using one subwoofer Subwoofer To AC outlet Amplifier Subwoofer Amplifier To AC outlet CONNECTIONS Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) 6
■Using one subwoofer Subwoofer To AC outlet Amplifier Subwoofer Amplifier To AC outlet CONNECTIONS Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) 6
Owner's Manual
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CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers To AC outlet To AC outlet To AC outlet 7 To AC outlet Mono pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Amplifier Mono pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Amplifier
CONNECTIONS ■ Using two subwoofers To AC outlet To AC outlet To AC outlet 7 To AC outlet Mono pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Amplifier Mono pin cable (not included) Mono pin cable (not included) Amplifier
Owner's Manual
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... terminals, see page 10. ■ Using one set of main speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the other set of main speaker output terminals of the amplifier to speaker output terminals of main speaker output terminals and both...CONNECTIONS 2 Connecting to the main speakers. • Set the amplifier so that both terminals can output sound signals simultaneously. • Connect one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Subwoofer Left main speaker To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier Right main speaker...
... terminals, see page 10. ■ Using one set of main speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the other set of main speaker output terminals of the amplifier to speaker output terminals of main speaker output terminals and both...CONNECTIONS 2 Connecting to the main speakers. • Set the amplifier so that both terminals can output sound signals simultaneously. • Connect one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right main speaker Subwoofer Left main speaker To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Amplifier Right main speaker...
Owner's Manual
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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
Owner's Manual
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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 main speakers. ■ Using one set of the subwoofer to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT terminals 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 main speakers. ■ Using one set of the subwoofer to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT terminals of main speaker output terminals.
Owner's Manual
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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
Owner's Manual
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... the insulation coating at the extremity of each other audio/video components to the AC outlet. Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet After all connections are also possible. 1 Tighten the terminal knob. 2 Simply insert the banana plug into the terminal. 1 ...Press and hold the terminal's tab, as shown in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Release your finger from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them . Good No Good ■How to connect: 1 Loosen the terminal's knob, as possible. Make sure that the...
... the insulation coating at the extremity of each other audio/video components to the AC outlet. Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet After all connections are also possible. 1 Tighten the terminal knob. 2 Simply insert the banana plug into the terminal. 1 ...Press and hold the terminal's tab, as shown in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Release your finger from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them . Good No Good ■How to connect: 1 Loosen the terminal's knob, as possible. Make sure that the...
Owner's Manual
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... unsure of this control are sent to these terminals. (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 details. 0 INPUT2 terminals Used to input line level signals from the amplifier.... speakers. Select the better position by the operation of your area. Set this switch to the ON position to completely cut off the subwoofer's power supply from the INPUT1 terminals are all cut off (and no output). * One graduation of the correct setting. By pressing...
... unsure of this control are sent to these terminals. (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 details. 0 INPUT2 terminals Used to input line level signals from the amplifier.... speakers. Select the better position by the operation of your area. Set this switch to the ON position to completely cut off the subwoofer's power supply from the INPUT1 terminals are all cut off (and no output). * One graduation of the correct setting. By pressing...
Owner's Manual
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... detects the low-frequency components below 200 Hz of the input signals (i.e., the explosion in red.) When you play a source again, the power of the subwoofer turns on (by pressing the STANDBY/ON button). 15 Usually set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. However, if this function does not... power indicator lights up in the action movie, the sound of the bass guitar or the bass drum, etc.). * The minutes required to switch the subwoofer to the standby mode might turn on even with a low level of input signal. But please be aware that occurs, set the switch to the...
... detects the low-frequency components below 200 Hz of the input signals (i.e., the explosion in red.) When you play a source again, the power of the subwoofer turns on (by pressing the STANDBY/ON button). 15 Usually set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. However, if this function does not... power indicator lights up in the action movie, the sound of the bass guitar or the bass drum, etc.). * The minutes required to switch the subwoofer to the standby mode might turn on even with a low level of input signal. But please be aware that occurs, set the switch to the...
Owner's Manual
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... adjustment again. • For adjusting the VOLUME control, the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch, refer to "Frequency characteristics" on the subwoofer. * The Power indicator lights up in green. 4 Play a source containing low-frequency components and adjust the amplifier's volume control to the ...The main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency can be obtained. Normally, set the control to the level a little higher than when the subwoofer is not used. If the desired response cannot be looked up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually...
... adjustment again. • For adjusting the VOLUME control, the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch, refer to "Frequency characteristics" on the subwoofer. * The Power indicator lights up in green. 4 Play a source containing low-frequency components and adjust the amplifier's volume control to the ...The main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency can be obtained. Normally, set the control to the level a little higher than when the subwoofer is not used. If the desired response cannot be looked up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually...
Owner's Manual
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... 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... with an 8" or 10" (20 cm or 25 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...
... 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... with an 8" or 10" (20 cm or 25 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...
Owner's Manual
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... of input signal is not proper. What to the "HIGH" or "LOW" position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to Do Connect it securely. Move the subwoofer farther away from external appliances etc. The volume is L (left) to L, R (right) to R, "+" to "+" and "-" to "-". The AUTO STANDBY ... the OFF position. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. The subwoofer does not turn on unexpectedly. The POWER switch is an influence of input signal is not securely connected. There is...
... of input signal is not proper. What to the "HIGH" or "LOW" position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to Do Connect it securely. Move the subwoofer farther away from external appliances etc. The volume is L (left) to L, R (right) to R, "+" to "+" and "-" to "-". The AUTO STANDBY ... the OFF position. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. The subwoofer does not turn on unexpectedly. The POWER switch is an influence of input signal is not securely connected. There is...