Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Read these instructions.; • Be sure to allow spaces of at least 20 cm above,
i En IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc...
Page 3 - ii; When connecting this product to
En ii We Want You Listening For A Lifetime YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion – and, mos...
Page 4 - iii; Thank you for selecting this Yamaha subwoofer system.; CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit.
iii En Thank you for selecting this Yamaha subwoofer system. Please read the following operating precautions before use. Yamaha will not be held responsible for any damage and/or injury caused by not following the cautions below.• To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. ...
Page 5 - English; in a live socket outlet.; For Canadian Customers; CONTENTS
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 ...
Page 6 - FEATURES
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...
Page 7 - Use the non-skid pads; PLACEMENT; Note
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...
Page 8 - CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
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...
Page 9 - Press this switch to turn on the power when the
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...
Page 10 - CONNECTIONS; Caution
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...
Page 11 - Using one subwoofer
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...
Page 12 - Using one subwoofer (with speaker cables); [2] Connecting to speaker output terminals of the amplifier
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...
Page 14 - Before connecting; Press and hold the terminal’s tab, as shown in the figure below.; Connecting to the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer; Good
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...
Page 15 - VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch; Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet; WARNING; VOLTAGE
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...
Page 16 - ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE
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...
Page 17 - AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION; Changing the AUTO STANDBY setting
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...
Page 18 - This subwoofer’s frequency characteristics; FREQUENCY CHARACTERISTICS
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...
Page 19 - ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II
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...
Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING
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 ...
Page 21 - Magnetic shielding type; SPECIFICATIONS
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 ...
