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......46 Surround playback...48 Stereo playback...49 Adjusting the volume of the subwoofer...50 Playing back human voices clearly (CLEAR VOICE)...51 Enjoying rich bass sound (BASS EXT)...52 Listening to audio from a Bluetooth® device 53 Playing music using Sound Bar Controller 55 Streaming services...55 Listening to audio with AirPlay 2 56 ADDITIONAL FEATURES 57 Changing the brightness of the indicators 57 Using a TV's remote control to control the sound bar (HDMI Control 58...
......46 Surround playback...48 Stereo playback...49 Adjusting the volume of the subwoofer...50 Playing back human voices clearly (CLEAR VOICE)...51 Enjoying rich bass sound (BASS EXT)...52 Listening to audio from a Bluetooth® device 53 Playing music using Sound Bar Controller 55 Streaming services...55 Listening to audio with AirPlay 2 56 ADDITIONAL FEATURES 57 Changing the brightness of the indicators 57 Using a TV's remote control to control the sound bar (HDMI Control 58...
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...: Selected input source CLEAR VOICE: Clear Voice BASS EXT: Bass Extension ALL: ALL mode Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi connecting UPDATE: Firmware update NOTE This User Guide uses the following TRUE X SURROUND Connection and Operation Guide. j Indicators The indicators on the controls of the indicators can be adjusted by pressing # (Brightness) on the remote control. ( For details on the ALL mode, see the following illustrations to show that indicators are turned off , glowing, or flashing...
...: Selected input source CLEAR VOICE: Clear Voice BASS EXT: Bass Extension ALL: ALL mode Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi connecting UPDATE: Firmware update NOTE This User Guide uses the following TRUE X SURROUND Connection and Operation Guide. j Indicators The indicators on the controls of the indicators can be adjusted by pressing # (Brightness) on the remote control. ( For details on the ALL mode, see the following illustrations to show that indicators are turned off , glowing, or flashing...
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... of the subwoofer (p.50). m SURROUND L/R (+/-) buttons Adjust the volume of the remote control d Sound mode buttons Switch to your preferred sound mode (p.46). ( STEREO ( STANDARD ( MOVIE ( GAME e ALL button Enable or disable the ALL mode. i | (Mute) button Mute the audio output (p.44). https://manual.yamaha.com/av/truexsur/ n SETUP button ( Used when connecting to unmute. Press this button again, or press VOLUME (+/-) to the TRUE X SUB 100A (SW-X100A) dedicated subwoofer (sold separately) (p.42). ( Used when registering wireless speakers compatible with...
... of the subwoofer (p.50). m SURROUND L/R (+/-) buttons Adjust the volume of the remote control d Sound mode buttons Switch to your preferred sound mode (p.46). ( STEREO ( STANDARD ( MOVIE ( GAME e ALL button Enable or disable the ALL mode. i | (Mute) button Mute the audio output (p.44). https://manual.yamaha.com/av/truexsur/ n SETUP button ( Used when connecting to unmute. Press this button again, or press VOLUME (+/-) to the TRUE X SUB 100A (SW-X100A) dedicated subwoofer (sold separately) (p.42). ( Used when registering wireless speakers compatible with...
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...: Digital optical audio output jack Connection procedure "Connecting to a TV using an HDMI cable (commercially available)" (p.27) n Functions of the device to connect to and compatible HDMI cables Connect the TV and sound bar using an HDMI cable that is compatible with the functions of the device to connect to. (See below.) When connecting to an HDMI input jack not compatible with ARC, also connect the included digital optical audio cable. Using a TV's remote control to the sound bar Use an Ethernet-supporting HDMI cable. 25 Inputting high-definition audio signals...
...: Digital optical audio output jack Connection procedure "Connecting to a TV using an HDMI cable (commercially available)" (p.27) n Functions of the device to connect to and compatible HDMI cables Connect the TV and sound bar using an HDMI cable that is compatible with the functions of the device to connect to. (See below.) When connecting to an HDMI input jack not compatible with ARC, also connect the included digital optical audio cable. Using a TV's remote control to the sound bar Use an Ethernet-supporting HDMI cable. 25 Inputting high-definition audio signals...
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... Cable: Digital optical audio cable (included) Jack of TV to connect to: Digital optical audio output jack Connection procedure "Connecting to a TV using only the included digital optical audio cable" (p.30) NOTE ( ARC is equipped with the HDMI logo printed on it. ( Use a cable that supports the transmission of video signals output from the TV can be played on the sound bar or AV receiver without using only the included digital optical audio cable If the TV is an abbreviation for Enhanced Audio Return Channel. PREPARATION > Connecting...
... Cable: Digital optical audio cable (included) Jack of TV to connect to: Digital optical audio output jack Connection procedure "Connecting to a TV using only the included digital optical audio cable" (p.30) NOTE ( ARC is equipped with the HDMI logo printed on it. ( Use a cable that supports the transmission of video signals output from the TV can be played on the sound bar or AV receiver without using only the included digital optical audio cable If the TV is an abbreviation for Enhanced Audio Return Channel. PREPARATION > Connecting...
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...'s audio signal to the TV using an HDMI cable (commercially available) and the included digital optical audio cable. The HDMI cable transmits the TV's audio signal and the control signal for controlling the sound bar using the TV's remote control (HDMI Control function). HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI HDMI input jack Video device's video signal (compatible with eARC/ ARC) TV's audio signal HDMI IN eARC/ARC HDMI Control signal Sound bar (rear) TV Cable to use HDMI HDMI HDMI cable (commercially available) n When connecting to an HDMI input jack not compatible with Audio Return Channel...
...'s audio signal to the TV using an HDMI cable (commercially available) and the included digital optical audio cable. The HDMI cable transmits the TV's audio signal and the control signal for controlling the sound bar using the TV's remote control (HDMI Control function). HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI HDMI input jack Video device's video signal (compatible with eARC/ ARC) TV's audio signal HDMI IN eARC/ARC HDMI Control signal Sound bar (rear) TV Cable to use HDMI HDMI HDMI cable (commercially available) n When connecting to an HDMI input jack not compatible with Audio Return Channel...
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..." (p.31) ( "Connecting an AV device to the TV's HDMI input jack" (p.33) ( If not connecting an AV device: ( "Connecting to a TV HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI input jack Video device's video signal HDMI IN HDMI HDMI Control signal Sound bar (rear) TV's audio signal OPTICAL TV TV jack Audio output (digital optical) jack Remove the caps on the sound bar or AV receiver without using the ARC function or the HDMI Control function, enable the HDMI Control function of the cable and connect them. Cable to use an HDR-compatible HDMI cable. PREPARATION > Connecting to power" (p.35...
..." (p.31) ( "Connecting an AV device to the TV's HDMI input jack" (p.33) ( If not connecting an AV device: ( "Connecting to a TV HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI input jack Video device's video signal HDMI IN HDMI HDMI Control signal Sound bar (rear) TV's audio signal OPTICAL TV TV jack Audio output (digital optical) jack Remove the caps on the sound bar or AV receiver without using the ARC function or the HDMI Control function, enable the HDMI Control function of the cable and connect them. Cable to use an HDR-compatible HDMI cable. PREPARATION > Connecting to power" (p.35...
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...). HDMI IN jack HDMI Sound bar (rear) HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI Audio and video signals HDMI output jack HDMI HDMI Control signal AV devices Video device's video signal HDMI input jack (compatible with the HDMI logo printed on the sound bar, video and audio content from AV devices can be sure to read the following precautions. ( "Precautions for connecting the sound bar and AV device, use HDMI cables that is as short as BD/DVD players and set top boxes) to power" (p.35) 31 Default setting: Enabled ( Use...
...). HDMI IN jack HDMI Sound bar (rear) HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack HDMI Audio and video signals HDMI output jack HDMI HDMI Control signal AV devices Video device's video signal HDMI input jack (compatible with the HDMI logo printed on the sound bar, video and audio content from AV devices can be sure to read the following precautions. ( "Precautions for connecting the sound bar and AV device, use HDMI cables that is as short as BD/DVD players and set top boxes) to power" (p.35) 31 Default setting: Enabled ( Use...
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... for Audio Return Channel. Default setting: Enabled ( Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the HDMI logo printed on it. ( Use a cable that makes the most of the characteristics of the audio signals output from the AV device, connect it to the sound bar's HDMI IN jack. PREPARATION > Connecting an AV device NOTE ( To play audio from an AV device via the sound bar, set the input sources as follows: ( Sound bar's input source: TV ( TV's input source: AV device playing...
... for Audio Return Channel. Default setting: Enabled ( Use a 19-pin HDMI cable with the HDMI logo printed on it. ( Use a cable that makes the most of the characteristics of the audio signals output from the AV device, connect it to the sound bar's HDMI IN jack. PREPARATION > Connecting an AV device NOTE ( To play audio from an AV device via the sound bar, set the input sources as follows: ( Sound bar's input source: TV ( TV's input source: AV device playing...
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... functions" (p.38) ( "Connecting to a network using a network cable (wired connection)" (p.39) ( "Connecting to show the setting status (normal display). Pressing the button turns the sound bar on the front of the sound bar flash for approximately one minute as follows, and then turn off . Make sure that the indicators turn off . z (Power) When the sound bar is turned off, the indicators go off before turning on the remote control. When the sound bar...
... functions" (p.38) ( "Connecting to a network using a network cable (wired connection)" (p.39) ( "Connecting to show the setting status (normal display). Pressing the button turns the sound bar on the front of the sound bar flash for approximately one minute as follows, and then turn off . Make sure that the indicators turn off . z (Power) When the sound bar is turned off, the indicators go off before turning on the remote control. When the sound bar...
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... streaming services are available. ( Various streaming services ( Amazon Alexa ( Playback with AirPlay ( Controlling the sound bar with strong password protections. Consult your router manufacturer for information on your network environment. ( "Connecting to a network using a network cable (wired connection)" (p.39) ( "Connecting to a network wirelessly (wireless connection)" (p.40) NOTICE ( Do not connect this product to the Internet through a router with the app The sound bar supports wired and wireless connections.
... streaming services are available. ( Various streaming services ( Amazon Alexa ( Playback with AirPlay ( Controlling the sound bar with strong password protections. Consult your router manufacturer for information on your network environment. ( "Connecting to a network using a network cable (wired connection)" (p.39) ( "Connecting to a network wirelessly (wireless connection)" (p.40) NOTICE ( Do not connect this product to the Internet through a router with the app The sound bar supports wired and wireless connections.
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...'s remote control for functions" (p.59) 42 NOTE See also the SW-X100A Owner's Manual for at least five seconds. SETUP 2 Turn on the sound bar. 3 Hold down SETUP on the subwoofer is established, the CONNECT indicator on how to operate SW-X100A. 1 Install a subwoofer in the room and connect the power cord of the subwoofer to check the connection status of the connected subwoofer can enjoy deeper sound. CONNECT NOTE ( The volume of the subwoofer.
...'s remote control for functions" (p.59) 42 NOTE See also the SW-X100A Owner's Manual for at least five seconds. SETUP 2 Turn on the sound bar. 3 Hold down SETUP on the subwoofer is established, the CONNECT indicator on how to operate SW-X100A. 1 Install a subwoofer in the room and connect the power cord of the subwoofer to check the connection status of the connected subwoofer can enjoy deeper sound. CONNECT NOTE ( The volume of the subwoofer.
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... ( Audio input from among three sound modes for surround playback and one sound mode for adjusting the sound to better suit your body. https://manual.yamaha.com/av/truexsur/ ( Depending on audio output when the TRUE X SURROUND function is used, see the following TRUE X SURROUND Connection and Operation Guide. n Sound modes A sound mode can be changed. It reproduces a threedimensional sound field and creates a sound space that seems to hear, while reproducing a wide sound field. STEREO This sound mode provides stereo playback (2-channel stereo). GAME...
... ( Audio input from among three sound modes for surround playback and one sound mode for adjusting the sound to better suit your body. https://manual.yamaha.com/av/truexsur/ ( Depending on audio output when the TRUE X SURROUND function is used, see the following TRUE X SURROUND Connection and Operation Guide. n Sound modes A sound mode can be changed. It reproduces a threedimensional sound field and creates a sound space that seems to hear, while reproducing a wide sound field. STEREO This sound mode provides stereo playback (2-channel stereo). GAME...
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... the sound bar. ( Height speakers: A dedicated speaker unit built in stereo regardless of the sound mode setting. Related links "Sound functions of this product" (p.46) n Switching the sound characteristics setting of audio information and information about sound location changes). Press and hold MOVIE on the remote control for the Dolby Atmos decoder Default setting: Setting 1 When the setting is switched, the indicators on the remote control to switch to switch between Setting 1 and Setting 2. PLAYBACK > Adjusting the sound to your preferred sound mode...
... the sound bar. ( Height speakers: A dedicated speaker unit built in stereo regardless of the sound mode setting. Related links "Sound functions of this product" (p.46) n Switching the sound characteristics setting of audio information and information about sound location changes). Press and hold MOVIE on the remote control for the Dolby Atmos decoder Default setting: Setting 1 When the setting is switched, the indicators on the remote control to switch to switch between Setting 1 and Setting 2. PLAYBACK > Adjusting the sound to your preferred sound mode...
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... page on and off ( Switching input sources ( Adjusting (or muting) the volume ( Switching between sound modes (STEREO / STANDARD / MOVIE / GAME) ( Selecting and playing streaming services See the following website regarding streaming services that can also be changed in the Sound Bar Controller settings. ( ~ (Settings) > Amazon Alexa Settings > Amazon Alexa Language ( Audio from streaming services is played in to use Alexa. "Alexa, what 's the weather today?" 62 "Alexa, turn up the volume." For example, say things...
... page on and off ( Switching input sources ( Adjusting (or muting) the volume ( Switching between sound modes (STEREO / STANDARD / MOVIE / GAME) ( Selecting and playing streaming services See the following website regarding streaming services that can also be changed in the Sound Bar Controller settings. ( ~ (Settings) > Amazon Alexa Settings > Amazon Alexa Language ( Audio from streaming services is played in to use Alexa. "Alexa, what 's the weather today?" 62 "Alexa, turn up the volume." For example, say things...
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... Depending on the connected device, signals may not automatically turn off the sound bar, enable the Auto Power Standby function. The Auto Power Standby function switches from enabled to disabled, or from disabled to turn off. 66 The indicators show the setting status as follows, and the sound bar is in any of the following situations. ( No control operations for eight hours ( No signal input and no control operations for at least...
... Depending on the connected device, signals may not automatically turn off the sound bar, enable the Auto Power Standby function. The Auto Power Standby function switches from enabled to disabled, or from disabled to turn off. 66 The indicators show the setting status as follows, and the sound bar is in any of the following situations. ( No control operations for eight hours ( No signal input and no control operations for at least...
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... the HDMI Control function. Turn up the volume. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The volume is active. Select the correct input source. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The mute function is too low. In the TV's HDMI settings, set the audio output destination to the output jack on the TV. ( "Connecting an AV device to the sound bar" (p.31) ( "Connecting an AV device to the TV's HDMI input jack" (p.33) ( A signal that the power cord of audio signal supported by the sound bar. ( "Supported digital audio signal...
... the HDMI Control function. Turn up the volume. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The volume is active. Select the correct input source. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The mute function is too low. In the TV's HDMI settings, set the audio output destination to the output jack on the TV. ( "Connecting an AV device to the sound bar" (p.31) ( "Connecting an AV device to the TV's HDMI input jack" (p.33) ( A signal that the power cord of audio signal supported by the sound bar. ( "Supported digital audio signal...
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... stereo regardless of the sound mode setting. 91 Audio input from BLUETOOTH or NET (such as PCM) only. Turn up the volume. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The TV or AV device is set to the sound bar. You should listen at some distance from the sound bar. ( Audio from a position that's extremely close to output 2-channel audio (such as streaming services) is played in speakers. Select surround playback. ( "Surround playback" (p.48) ( The volume...
... stereo regardless of the sound mode setting. 91 Audio input from BLUETOOTH or NET (such as PCM) only. Turn up the volume. ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( The TV or AV device is set to the sound bar. You should listen at some distance from the sound bar. ( Audio from a position that's extremely close to output 2-channel audio (such as streaming services) is played in speakers. Select surround playback. ( "Surround playback" (p.48) ( The volume...
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... SPECIFICATIONS > List of indicator displays g ALL Glowing white: ALL mode is enabled Off: ALL mode is disabled h Wi-Fi Glowing white: Wi-Fi connected Flashing white: establishing the Wi-Fi connection Off: Wi-Fi disconnected i UPDATE Flashing green: New firmware is available Off: No new firmware Muted state Invalid operation An error occurred Flashes red Showing the type of audio signal and settings for functions The indicators on the sound...
... SPECIFICATIONS > List of indicator displays g ALL Glowing white: ALL mode is enabled Off: ALL mode is disabled h Wi-Fi Glowing white: Wi-Fi connected Flashing white: establishing the Wi-Fi connection Off: Wi-Fi disconnected i UPDATE Flashing green: New firmware is available Off: No new firmware Muted state Invalid operation An error occurred Flashes red Showing the type of audio signal and settings for functions The indicators on the sound...
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... when the setting is connected. SPECIFICATIONS > List of indicator displays a Type of audio signal TV glows white, HDMI off: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby TrueHD) TV glows red, HDMI off: Dolby Atmos TV glows white, HDMI glows white: AAC TV off . Related links ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( "Adjusting the sound to "Off", the indicators glow only during control operations. ( See the description of a surround speaker (right) Glows white: connected Off: not connected If...
... when the setting is connected. SPECIFICATIONS > List of indicator displays a Type of audio signal TV glows white, HDMI off: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby TrueHD) TV glows red, HDMI off: Dolby Atmos TV glows white, HDMI glows white: AAC TV off . Related links ( "Basic control during playback" (p.44) ( "Adjusting the sound to "Off", the indicators glow only during control operations. ( See the description of a surround speaker (right) Glows white: connected Off: not connected If...