Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
i En Explanation of Graphical Symbols FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus n...
Page 3 - CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1 En • To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. • Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place - away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper ventilation, allow ...
Page 4 - Supplied items
2 En Supplied items Make sure you have received all of the following items. Sound bar Remote control Battery x 2 (AAA, R03, UM4) Optical cable (1.5 m [4.9 ft]) Mounting template * Using when attaching the sound bar to a wall Spacer × 2 * Using when attaching the sound bar to a wall
Page 5 - Bluetooth
3 En Features Enjoy powerful and realistic sound from the sound bar with built-in subwoofer, and easy installation and connection to a TV and other devices. Frequently asked questions The following section covers popular functions and frequently asked questions about the sound bar. • AIR SURROUND XT...
Page 7 - Installation; Removing the stands; Attaching the sound bar to a wall
5 En Installation Place the sound bar on a flat surface such as on top of a TV cabinet. Removing the stands When the sound bar blocks the view of the lower part of the TV screen or the remote control sensor of the TV, remove the stands (18 mm [3/4"]) of the sound bar to adjust its height. HINT •...
Page 8 - Connections; Set the TV as follows.
6 En Connections Power cable To AC wall outlet Sound bar (rear) Optical cable Optical cable Playback device (such as a BD player) Set top box OPTICAL OUTPUT OPTICAL OUTPUT TV HINT In the following cases, connect the optical output of the playback device to the BD/DVD input of the sound bar with an o...
Page 9 - Digital connection of an external device
7 En You can connect an external device, such as a game console or TV that does not have an optical output, to the ANALOG input jacks of the sound bar. NOTE • Make sure the left (L) and right (R) channels are connected correctly.• Select the ANALOG key on the remote control for the input source. You...
Page 10 - Operations
8 En Operations Preparing the remote control Peel off the protection sheet before use. Operating range of the remote control Remain within the operating range shown below. Indicators The indicators on the front panel flash or light up, to indicate the operation and setting status. Remote control sen...
Page 12 - Listening to the sound from a; Pairing a; device with the sound bar; as the input source.; compatible device to be paired, and perform; device list on the device.
10 En Listening to the sound from a Bluetooth device (YAS-103 only) You can listen to the wireless sound from a Bluetooth device, such as a smartphone or digital music player.See also the operating manual of the Bluetooth device for more details. Pairing a Bluetooth device with the sound bar When co...
Page 13 - Play back a song on the device.
11 En Playing back audio from a Bluetooth device on the sound bar 1 With the sound bar turned on, press the BLUETOOTH key on the sound bar’s remote control to select Bluetooth as the input source. The BLUETOOTH indicator on the front panel lights up in green. 2 Turn on the Bluetooth device. When Blu...
Page 14 - Settings; Turn off the sound bar.; Teach the sound bar the “Mute” code of the TV’s remote control.
12 En Settings Once you program the sound bar, you can control it with your TV’s remote control for functions such as turning on/off the TV and sound bar simultaneously, or volume up/down and muting/unmuting of the sound bar. 1 Turn off the TV. 2 Turn off the sound bar. 3 Hold down the LEARN key on ...
Page 15 - Teach the sound bar the “Power” code of the TV’s remote control.; Clearing all programmed functions; Press the LEARN key on the sound bar’s remote control.
13 En 6 Teach the sound bar the “Volume (+)” code of the TV’s remote control. 6-1 Press VOLUME (+) on the front panel of the sound bar. 6-2 While pointing your TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor, hold down the volume (+) key for more than 1 second twice or three times. 7 Teach the soun...
Page 16 - Turn on the sound bar.; Setting the auto power standby function
14 En When the TV Remote Repeater function is enabled, the sound bar relays the TV’s remote signal received by the front sensor to the rear transmitter. This function should be enabled when you place the sound bar in front of your TV and you cannot operate your TV with the TV’s remote control. NOTE ...
Page 17 - Troubleshooting; Power and system
15 En Troubleshooting Refer to the table below when the sound bar does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the sound bar, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or serv...
Page 18 - Remote control
16 En Remote control Problem Cause Remedy The sound bar cannot be controlled using the remote control. The sound bar is out of the operating range. Use the remote control within the operating range (p.8). The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries (p.8). The remote control sensor of the soun...
Page 20 - Specifications
18 En Specifications * Specifications are subject to change without notice. This system employs new technologies and algorithms that make it possible to achieve 7.1 channel surround sound with only front speakers, and without using wall reflections. “UniVolume” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation. ...
Page 21 - The following description applies to YAS-103 only.
19 En Bluetooth • Bluetooth is a technology for wireless communication between devices within an area of about 10 meters (33 ft) employing the 2.4 GHz frequency band, a band which can be used without a license. Handling Bluetooth communications • The 2.4 GHz band used by Bluetooth compatible devices...