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...this unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. • Do not use this unit for selecting this unit. Avoid sources of this YAMAHA subwoofer system. It might cause a fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. • Never put a hand or a foreign object into...can damage this speaker system. • Vibration generated by allowing enough spaces around this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of speakers. 1 Extremely loud playing of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Keep it in a safe place for any accident ...
...this unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. • Do not use this unit for selecting this unit. Avoid sources of this YAMAHA subwoofer system. It might cause a fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. • Never put a hand or a foreign object into...can damage this speaker system. • Vibration generated by allowing enough spaces around this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of speakers. 1 Extremely loud playing of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Keep it in a safe place for any accident ...
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...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 home are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ... 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. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 2 •...
...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 home are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ... 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. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 2 •...
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... the best sound quality for various listening conditions by using the B.A.S.S. FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system 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 using... amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should be matched to the sounds of your stereo system. • This subwoofer can select bass effect suitable for details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds a ...
... the best sound quality for various listening conditions by using the B.A.S.S. FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • This subwoofer system 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 using... amplifier. • For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofer's super-bass sound should be matched to the sounds of your stereo system. • This subwoofer can select bass effect suitable for details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds a ...
MCXSP10 Manual
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... effect on the outside of each other. This is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may be necessary to prevent the subwoofer from happening, face the subwoofer system at the four corners on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. It also may cancel...-skid pads C Put the provided non-skid pads at an angle as in fig. To prevent this from moving by placing bookshelves etc. PLACEMENT One subwoofer will have been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel the bass sounds. If using two...
... effect on the outside of each other. This is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may be necessary to prevent the subwoofer from happening, face the subwoofer system at the four corners on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. It also may cancel...-skid pads C Put the provided non-skid pads at an angle as in fig. To prevent this from moving by placing bookshelves etc. PLACEMENT One subwoofer will have been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel the bass sounds. If using two...
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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 PRE OUT terminals of the ...
...; 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 PRE OUT terminals of the ...
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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
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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
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...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 the amplifier Select this ...terminals and 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 Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Left main speaker Amplifier 8 If your...
...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 the amplifier Select this ...terminals and 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 Subwoofer To AC outlet Speaker output terminals Left main speaker Amplifier 8 If your...
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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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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. 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
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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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...3 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness of the connection by pulling lightly on the cable at the terminal. Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet After all connections are observed and set correctly. To AC outlet To AC outlet 12 Make sure that the + and - Red... end. 4 Test the firmness of the connection by pulling lightly on the cable at the terminal. Connecting 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 Release your finger from the...
...3 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness of the connection by pulling lightly on the cable at the terminal. Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-) Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet After all connections are observed and set correctly. To AC outlet To AC outlet 12 Make sure that the + and - Red... end. 4 Test the firmness of the connection by pulling lightly on the cable at the terminal. Connecting 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 Release your finger from the...
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...110V, 120V, 220V or 240V) of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker terminals of your area. WARNING Be sure to the NORM (normal) position. However, according to your dealer if you can turn ... the volume. 6 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (China, Korea and General models only) If the preset setting of this switch only when the subwoofer is set this button is pressed in the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button. Consult your speaker systems or the listening condition...
...110V, 120V, 220V or 240V) of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker terminals of your area. WARNING Be sure to the NORM (normal) position. However, according to your dealer if you can turn ... the volume. 6 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (China, Korea and General models only) If the preset setting of this switch only when the subwoofer is set this button is pressed in the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button. Consult your speaker systems or the listening condition...
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...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 unexpectedly by sensing a certain level of input signal. Usually set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position...operates by sensing noise from other appliances. But please be aware that occurs, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. If that the subwoofer may not switch to the standby mode manually. In the HIGH position, the power will turn on even with a low level of low frequency input...
...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 unexpectedly by sensing a certain level of input signal. Usually set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position...operates by sensing noise from other appliances. But please be aware that occurs, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. If that the subwoofer may not switch to the standby mode manually. In the HIGH position, the power will turn on even with a low level of low frequency input...
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... 8 Select "MOVIE" or "MUSIC" according to the position which gives you change the main speakers to adjust 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 HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch, refer to "Frequency characteristics" on the subwoofer. * The Power indicator lights up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually to others, you can be ...
... 8 Select "MOVIE" or "MUSIC" according to the position which gives you change the main speakers to adjust 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 HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch, refer to "Frequency characteristics" on the subwoofer. * The Power indicator lights up in the speakers' catalog or owner's manual. 6 Increase the volume gradually to others, you can be ...
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... USE Frequency characteristics This subwoofer's frequency characteristics dB 90 80 70 60 50 40 20 HIGH CUT 40 Hz HIGH CUT ...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) ... 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 ■ EX.2 When combined with an 8" or 10"...
... USE Frequency characteristics This subwoofer's frequency characteristics dB 90 80 70 60 50 40 20 HIGH CUT 40 Hz HIGH CUT ...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) ... 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 ■ EX.2 When combined with an 8" or 10"...
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... them securely. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to a higher position. Problem Power is not supplied even though the STANDBY/ON button is not proper. The subwoofer does not turn into the standby mode unexpectedly. Setting of input signal is played. The level of the PHASE switch is set to minimum.... Set the HIGH CUT control to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. A source sound with bass frequencies. Speaker cables are not connected securely. Set the POWER switch to the ON...
... them securely. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to a higher position. Problem Power is not supplied even though the STANDBY/ON button is not proper. The subwoofer does not turn into the standby mode unexpectedly. Setting of input signal is played. The level of the PHASE switch is set to minimum.... Set the HIGH CUT control to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. A source sound with bass frequencies. Speaker cables are not connected securely. Set the POWER switch to the ON...