Yamaha YST-RSW300 - Manuals

1 En English SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL For U.K. customers If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below. Note: The plug severed ...

2 En • 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 details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II). This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in-the-home e...

3 En English ( : subwoofer : main speaker) One subwoofer will have a good effect on your audio system, however, the use of two subwoofers is recommended to obtain more effect. If using one subwoofer, it is recommended to place it on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker (see A). I...

4 En 1 POWER switch Normally, set this switch to the ON position to use the subwoofer. In this state, you can turn on the subwoofer or turn the subwoofer into the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON switch. 2 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be used for connecting to the front speakers. Signal...

5 En CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS English 7 STANDBY/ON switch Press this switch to turn on the power when the POWER switch is set in the ON position (the status indicator lights up in green). Press again to set the subwoofer in the standby mode (the status indicator goes off). Even while the subwoof...

6 En Choose one of the following two connecting methods that is more suitable for your audio system. ■ Choose [1] (pages 6-7) if your amplifier has line output (pin jack) terminal(s) ■ Choose [2] (pages 8-9) if your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal Unplug the subwoofer and other audi...

7 En CONNECTIONS English ■ Using one subwoofer ■ Using two subwoofers OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 2 /MONO LOW AUTO STANDBY INPUT 1 FROM AMPLIFIER POWER ON OFF OFF HIGH NORM REV PHASE OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS INPUT 2 /MONO FROM AMPLIFIER INPUT 1 R L L L R R Subwoofer Amplifier Mono pin cable (not included) Au...

8 En CONNECTIONS Select this method if your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal. For details about the connection method of the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals, see the “Connecting to the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer” on page 10. If your amplifier has two sets of main speaker output...

10 En CONNECTIONS For connection, keep the speaker cables as short as possible. Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of the cables. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them. Make sure that the + and – polarity markings of the speak...

11 En CONNECTIONS English After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and other audio/video components to the AC outlet. ■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (For Asia and General models only) This unit has a voltage selector switch on the rear panel. If the preset setting of the switch is incor...

12 En Before using the subwoofer, adjust the subwoofer to obtain the optimum volume and tone balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers by following the procedures described below. 1 Set the VOLUME control to minimum (0). 2 Turn on the power of all the other components. 3 Make sure that the...

13 En English This function automatically switches the unit between standby and power-on modes. - The subwoofer automatically places itself in standby mode if it does not receive an input signal for 7 or 8 minutes (the status indicator lights red). - When the subwoofer detects a bass signal input of...

14 En This subwoofer’s frequency characteristics 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. ■ Example 1When combined with a 4” or 5” (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way sy...

15 En English In 1988, Yamaha brought to the marketplace speaker systems utilizing YST (Yamaha Active Servo Technology) to give powerful, high quality bass reproduction. This technique uses a direct connection between the amplifier and speaker, allowing accurate signal transmission and precise speak...

16 En Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions given below do not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause What ...

17 En English 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 ...