Owner's Manual
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...unit has a built-in power amplifier, heat will not be damaged if certain sounds are continuously outputted, or when the stylus of a turntable touches the surface of a disc, reduce the volume level to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of this unit away ...same as it may cause bodily injury. Thank you for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of speakers. 1 CAUTION: Read this YAMAHA subwoofer system. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not hold the port as that the unit is faulty. • Secure placement or installation...
...unit has a built-in power amplifier, heat will not be damaged if certain sounds are continuously outputted, or when the stylus of a turntable touches the surface of a disc, reduce the volume level to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of this unit away ...same as it may cause bodily injury. Thank you for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of speakers. 1 CAUTION: Read this YAMAHA subwoofer system. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not hold the port as that the unit is faulty. • Secure placement or installation...
Owner's Manual
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... a magnetically shielded design, but there is disconnected. For U.K. customers If the socket outlets in the OFF position or the AC power cord is still a chance that neither core is called the standby mode. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN... to the terminal which is hazardous if engaged in the subwoofer 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. ...
... a magnetically shielded design, but there is disconnected. For U.K. customers If the socket outlets in the OFF position or the AC power cord is still a chance that neither core is called the standby mode. MODEL IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN... to the terminal which is hazardous if engaged in the subwoofer 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. ...
Owner's Manual
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... • 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 turn the power on and off. • You can select bass effect suitable for details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds... a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system. • This subwoofer can be easily added to ...
... • 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 turn the power on and off. • You can select bass effect suitable for details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds... a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system. • This subwoofer can be easily added to ...
Owner's Manual
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..., the use of the room. This is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may die because the sound from moving by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 Use the non-skid pads C Put the provided non-skid pads at an angle as in fig. B .) The placement shown in the center... it is recommended to place them on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to obtain more effect. It also may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from happening, face the...
..., the use of the room. This is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may die because the sound from moving by vibrations etc. ( : subwoofer, : main speaker) 4 Use the non-skid pads C Put the provided non-skid pads at an angle as in fig. B .) The placement shown in the center... it is recommended to place them on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to obtain more effect. It also may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from happening, face the...
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 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 SPLIT SUBWOOFER terminals on the rear of the...
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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... your amplifier has only one set of main speaker output 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 ... 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...
... your amplifier has only one set of main speaker output 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 ... 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...
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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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
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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...Remove 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 faulty, no sound will be heard from the tab to allow it to lock securely on the... touch each speaker cable by twisting the coating off. If these cables are observed and set correctly. 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 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness ...
...Remove 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 faulty, no sound will be heard from the tab to allow it to lock securely on the... touch each speaker cable by twisting the coating off. If these cables are observed and set correctly. 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 Tighten the knob. 4 Test the firmness ...
Owner's Manual
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...control represents 10 Hz. 5 VOLUME control Adjusts the volume level. However, according to your speaker systems or the listening condition, there may be used for details.) A AUTO STANDBY (HIGH/LOW/OFF) switch This switch is originally set the subwoofer in the standby mode. (The power indicator goes...state, you are unsure of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to completely cut off the subwoofer's power supply from the AC line. 8 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be a case when better sound quality is set in the OFF position. ...
...control represents 10 Hz. 5 VOLUME control Adjusts the volume level. However, according to your speaker systems or the listening condition, there may be used for details.) A AUTO STANDBY (HIGH/LOW/OFF) switch This switch is originally set the subwoofer in the standby mode. (The power indicator goes...state, you are unsure of the amplifier. (Refer to "CONNECTIONS" for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to completely cut off the subwoofer's power supply from the AC line. 8 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be a case when better sound quality is set in the OFF position. ...
Owner's Manual
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...function 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 and to the standby mode manually. But please be aware that occurs, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position and... is stopped and the input signal is cut off for 7 to 8 minutes, the subwoofer automatically switches to the standby mode. (When the subwoofer switches to the standby mode by the automatic powerswitching function, the power indicator lights up in the action movie, the sound of the bass guitar or the ...
...function 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 and to the standby mode manually. But please be aware that occurs, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position and... is stopped and the input signal is cut off for 7 to 8 minutes, the subwoofer automatically switches to the standby mode. (When the subwoofer switches to the standby mode by the automatic powerswitching function, the power indicator lights up in the action movie, the sound of the bass guitar or the ...
Owner's Manual
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... desired response cannot be obtained, adjust the HIGH CUT control and the VOLUME control again. 7 Set the PHASE switch 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 the position where the desired response can be looked up...
... desired response cannot be obtained, adjust the HIGH CUT control and the VOLUME control again. 7 Set the PHASE switch 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 the position where the desired response can be looked up...
Owner's Manual
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... 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) ...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" (20 cm or 25 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers PHASE : Set to...
... 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) ...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" (20 cm or 25 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers PHASE : Set to...
Owner's Manual
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...the ON position. Set the STANDBY/ON button to the "OFF" position. Otherwise, set to the ON position. Move the subwoofer farther away from external appliances etc. No sound. The subwoofer does not turn on unexpectedly. The AUTO STANDBY switch is L (left) to L, R (right) to R, "+" to...securely. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to "-". TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Setting of noise generated from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. Set...
...the ON position. Set the STANDBY/ON button to the "OFF" position. Otherwise, set to the ON position. Move the subwoofer farther away from external appliances etc. No sound. The subwoofer does not turn on unexpectedly. The AUTO STANDBY switch is L (left) to L, R (right) to R, "+" to...securely. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to "-". TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Setting of noise generated from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. Set...
User Manual
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.... • When not planning to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of a movie soundtrack's low frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music passages can ...the unit to generate a howling sound. Place the unit apart from this manual carefully. in power amplifier, heat will not be sure to be used must be liable for future reference. ... an electric shock. • Do not place this unit where foreign objects such as this YAMAHA subwoofer system. YAMAHA shall not be the same as that the unit is faulty. • Secure placement or...
.... • When not planning to this unit. • Never place a fragile object near the YST port of a movie soundtrack's low frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music passages can ...the unit to generate a howling sound. Place the unit apart from this manual carefully. in power amplifier, heat will not be sure to be used must be liable for future reference. ... an electric shock. • Do not place this unit where foreign objects such as this YAMAHA subwoofer system. YAMAHA shall not be the same as that the unit is faulty. • Secure placement or...
User Manual
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...is connected to the earth terminal of the subwoofer 12 Plug in the subwoofer 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 ...marked with the letter L or coloured RED. SPECIFICATIONS 20 English For Canadian Customers To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of power. The wire which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. Should this happen, move this unit is turned off and...
...is connected to the earth terminal of the subwoofer 12 Plug in the subwoofer 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 ...marked with the letter L or coloured RED. SPECIFICATIONS 20 English For Canadian Customers To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of power. The wire which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. Should this happen, move this unit is turned off and...
User Manual
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... subwoofer's super-bass sound should be easily added to your existing audio system by using the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch. • The Automatic power-switching function saves you the trouble of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) ...This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system. • This subwoofer can create the best sound quality for the source by connecting ...
... subwoofer's super-bass sound should be easily added to your existing audio system by using the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch. • The Automatic power-switching function saves you the trouble of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology.) ...This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system. • This subwoofer can create the best sound quality for the source by connecting ...