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... plug has two blades with water in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11 Only use this Owner's Manual in the literature accompanying the appliance. Servicing... Do not place the following objects on the rear of the main unit. Model: Serial No.: The serial number is intended to alert you to qualified service personnel. Retain this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is intended to alert you to the presence ...
... plug has two blades with water in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11 Only use this Owner's Manual in the literature accompanying the appliance. Servicing... Do not place the following objects on the rear of the main unit. Model: Serial No.: The serial number is intended to alert you to qualified service personnel. Retain this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is intended to alert you to the presence ...
Owners Manual
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... Park, CA 90620. Utilize power outlets that your equipment by playing it is being affected by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to the instructions found in this type of assurance that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. If these requirements provides a reasonable level of product. Follow all installations. We Want You Listening...
... Park, CA 90620. Utilize power outlets that your equipment by playing it is being affected by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to the instructions found in this type of assurance that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. If these requirements provides a reasonable level of product. Follow all installations. We Want You Listening...
Owners Manual
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... improper placement or installation of a movie soundtrack's low frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music passages can be liable for selecting this unit itself is the owner's responsibility. In such a case, move this unit to this unit or avoiding excess humidification. Extremely loud playing of speakers. When moving this unit, do not expose this unit away from the rear panel...
... improper placement or installation of a movie soundtrack's low frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music passages can be liable for selecting this unit itself is the owner's responsibility. In such a case, move this unit to this unit or avoiding excess humidification. Extremely loud playing of speakers. When moving this unit, do not expose this unit away from the rear panel...
Owners Manual
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... voltage BEFORE plugging this appliance, it should be connected to the terminal which is connected to the AC outlet ...11 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE ...12 AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION 13 Changing the AUTO STANDBY setting ...13 FREQUENCY CHARACTERISTICS ...14 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II 15 TROUBLESHOOTING ...16 SPECIFICATIONS ...17 1 En For Canadian Customers To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to the instructions described below...
... voltage BEFORE plugging this appliance, it should be connected to the terminal which is connected to the AC outlet ...11 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE ...12 AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION 13 Changing the AUTO STANDBY setting ...13 FREQUENCY CHARACTERISTICS ...14 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II 15 TROUBLESHOOTING ...16 SPECIFICATIONS ...17 1 En For Canadian Customers To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to the instructions described below...
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... parts are contained. FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II, which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound (refer to page 15 for various listening conditions by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power...
... parts are contained. FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II, which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound (refer to page 15 for various listening conditions by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. • For the effective use of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power...
Owners Manual
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... super-bass sounds from it and the sound reflected by the wall may be necessary to the wall. along the walls. The placement shown in A or B. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to break up the parallel surfaces by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer : main speaker) 3 En If using one subwoofer, it... also possible, however, if the subwoofer system is because "standing waves" have a good effect on your audio A system, however, the use of each other. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place them on the outside of two subwoofers is recommended to place it is...
... super-bass sounds from it and the sound reflected by the wall may be necessary to the wall. along the walls. The placement shown in A or B. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to break up the parallel surfaces by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer : main speaker) 3 En If using one subwoofer, it... also possible, however, if the subwoofer system is because "standing waves" have a good effect on your audio A system, however, the use of each other. If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place them on the outside of two subwoofers is recommended to place it is...
Owners Manual
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... by setting this switch in the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON switch. 2 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be a case when better sound quality is originally set this switch to use the subwoofer. CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 Subwoofer rear panel OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF (U.S.A. model) 2 OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L R L FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 1 3 INPUT AUTO PHASE 2 STANDBY L /MONO OFF LOWHIGH NORM REV R 45 6 Subwoofer front panel SUBWOOFER SYSTEM YST-RSW300 STANDBY/ON...
... by setting this switch in the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON switch. 2 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be a case when better sound quality is originally set this switch to use the subwoofer. CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 Subwoofer rear panel OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF (U.S.A. model) 2 OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L R L FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 1 3 INPUT AUTO PHASE 2 STANDBY L /MONO OFF LOWHIGH NORM REV R 45 6 Subwoofer front panel SUBWOOFER SYSTEM YST-RSW300 STANDBY/ON...
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... increase the volume, and counterclockwise to turn on . CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 En Goes off when the subwoofer is set the subwoofer in the standby mode. 9 HIGH CUT control Adjusts the high frequency cut off (and no output). Frequencies higher than the frequency selected by the operation of the automatic powerswitching function. English 7 STANDBY/ON switch Press this switch to decrease the volume. Press again to set in the standby mode (the...
... increase the volume, and counterclockwise to turn on . CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 En Goes off when the subwoofer is set the subwoofer in the standby mode. 9 HIGH CUT control Adjusts the high frequency cut off (and no output). Frequencies higher than the frequency selected by the operation of the automatic powerswitching function. English 7 STANDBY/ON switch Press this switch to decrease the volume. Press again to set in the standby mode (the...
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... owner's manual of your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal Caution Unplug 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...
... owner's manual of your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal Caution Unplug 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...
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... subwoofer Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L R FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 1 Amplifier CONNECTIONS Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) ■ Using two subwoofers OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT...
... subwoofer Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L R FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 1 Amplifier CONNECTIONS Mono pin cable (not included) Audio pin cable (not included) ■ Using two subwoofers OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT...
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... Set the amplifier so that both terminals can output sound signals simultaneously: • Connect one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Left speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right speaker Speaker output terminals Left speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE...
... Set the amplifier so that both terminals can output sound signals simultaneously: • Connect one subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Left speaker Speaker output terminals Amplifier ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right speaker Speaker output terminals Left speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE...
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... one set of main speaker output terminals: 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 subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right speaker Left speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Amplifier Speaker output terminals ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right speaker...
... one set of main speaker output terminals: 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 subwoofer (with speaker cables) Right speaker Left speaker Subwoofer OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS R L INPUT 2 L /MONO R L FROM AMPLIFIER R INPUT 1 Amplifier Speaker output terminals ■ Using two subwoofers (with speaker cables) Right speaker...
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.../OUTPUT terminals of the speaker cables are faulty, no sound will be produced. 10 En Make sure that the + and - Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of the connection by twisting the coating off. Caution Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each speaker cable by pulling lightly on the cable's wire end. 4 Test the firmness of the cables. If the connections...
.../OUTPUT terminals of the speaker cables are faulty, no sound will be produced. 10 En Make sure that the + and - Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of the connection by twisting the coating off. Caution Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each speaker cable by pulling lightly on the cable's wire end. 4 Test the firmness of the cables. If the connections...
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If the preset setting of the correct setting. Consult your area. English Plug in the subwoofer and other audio/video components to the AC outlet. OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV CONNECTIONS ■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (For Asia and General models only) This unit has a voltage selector switch on the rear panel. VOLTAGE SELECTOR POWER ON OFF (U.S.A. model) To AC outlet...
If the preset setting of the correct setting. Consult your area. English Plug in the subwoofer and other audio/video components to the AC outlet. OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV CONNECTIONS ■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (For Asia and General models only) This unit has a voltage selector switch on the rear panel. VOLTAGE SELECTOR POWER ON OFF (U.S.A. model) To AC outlet...
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... the main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency*. * The main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency can be looked up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually to the NORM (normal) position. ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE Before using the amplifier's volume control. Subwoofer rear panel PHASE OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF NORM REV 3 (U.S.A. Normally, set the switch to the level where you the better bass sound.
... the main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency*. * The main speaker's rated minimum reproducible frequency can be looked up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually to the NORM (normal) position. ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE Before using the amplifier's volume control. Subwoofer rear panel PHASE OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 2 AUTO STANDBY PHASE /MONO OFF HIGH LOW NORM REV POWER ON OFF NORM REV 3 (U.S.A. Normally, set the switch to the level where you the better bass sound.
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... switches the power on mode (the status indicator lights green). Notes • This function does not operate when the POWER switch is set to the OFF position, or when you manually set to LOW, select this function does not operate with AUTO STANDBY switch set the subwoofer to the standby mode by sensing noises from other appliances. When the subwoofer detects a bass signal input of below 200 Hz, it does not receive...
... switches the power on mode (the status indicator lights green). Notes • This function does not operate when the POWER switch is set to the OFF position, or when you manually set to LOW, select this function does not operate with AUTO STANDBY switch set the subwoofer to the standby mode by sensing noises from other appliances. When the subwoofer detects a bass signal input of below 200 Hz, it does not receive...
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... each control and the frequency characteristics when this subwoofer is combined with a typical main speaker system. ■ Example 1 When combined with a 4" or 5" (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers: HIGH CUT VOLUME 40Hz 140Hz 0 10 (70Hz) PHASE NORM REV (REV) dB 90 80 YST-RSW300 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz Frequency response...
... each control and the frequency characteristics when this subwoofer is combined with a typical main speaker system. ■ Example 1 When combined with a 4" or 5" (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers: HIGH CUT VOLUME 40Hz 140Hz 0 10 (70Hz) PHASE NORM REV (REV) dB 90 80 YST-RSW300 70 60 Main speaker 50 40 20 50 100 200 500Hz Frequency response...
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... give powerful, high quality bass reproduction. As this technology uses speaker units controlled by the negative impedance drive of view, the speaker impedance changes depending on the sound frequency. Yamaha developed a new circuit design combining negative-impedance and constant-current drives, which provides a more resonant energy ( the "air woofer" concept) than before. English ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II In 1988, Yamaha brought to the marketplace speaker systems utilizing YST (Yamaha Active Servo...
... give powerful, high quality bass reproduction. As this technology uses speaker units controlled by the negative impedance drive of view, the speaker impedance changes depending on the sound frequency. Yamaha developed a new circuit design combining negative-impedance and constant-current drives, which provides a more resonant energy ( the "air woofer" concept) than before. English ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II In 1988, Yamaha brought to the marketplace speaker systems utilizing YST (Yamaha Active Servo...
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... the connected speaker cables. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. The subwoofer turns into the standby mode automatically. Cause The power plug is influenced by placing bookshelves etc. It is not securely connected. The AUTO STANDBY switch is set to the OFF position. Problem Power is not supplied even though the STANDBY/ON switch is set to the OFF position. Speaker cables...
... the connected speaker cables. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. The subwoofer turns into the standby mode automatically. Cause The power plug is influenced by placing bookshelves etc. It is not securely connected. The AUTO STANDBY switch is set to the OFF position. Problem Power is not supplied even though the STANDBY/ON switch is set to the OFF position. Speaker cables...
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English SPECIFICATIONS Type ......Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II Driver 25 cm (10") cone woofer Magnetic shielding type Output Power 250 W (100 Hz, 5 Ω 10% T.H.D) Dynamic Power 270 W, 5 Ω Input Sensitivity (50 Hz, 250 W/5 Ω, L+R) Speaker terminal 1.0 V RCA pin jack 50 mV Input Impedance Speaker terminal 2.2 kΩ RCA pin jack 12 kΩ Frequency Response 20 Hz - 160 Hz Power Supply U.S.A. and Europe models AC 230V, 50 Hz Australia model AC 240V, 50 Hz Asia...
English SPECIFICATIONS Type ......Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II Driver 25 cm (10") cone woofer Magnetic shielding type Output Power 250 W (100 Hz, 5 Ω 10% T.H.D) Dynamic Power 270 W, 5 Ω Input Sensitivity (50 Hz, 250 W/5 Ω, L+R) Speaker terminal 1.0 V RCA pin jack 50 mV Input Impedance Speaker terminal 2.2 kΩ RCA pin jack 12 kΩ Frequency Response 20 Hz - 160 Hz Power Supply U.S.A. and Europe models AC 230V, 50 Hz Australia model AC 240V, 50 Hz Asia...