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Yamaha YST-SW1500 Owner's Manual

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    I yst-sw1500 subwoofer system owner’s manual u b 1-yst-sw1500(ub)pre-f 02.9.2, 6:45 pm 1.

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    Ii • explanation of graphical symbols the lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to pe...

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    Iii 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, most ...

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    Iv checking the accessories check your package to make sure it contains the following items. 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 instructi...

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    English e- 1 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. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. ●...

  • Page 6: Contents

    E- 2 contents important safety instructions ................................................................. Ii checking the accessories .......... Iv caution .................................................. 1 features ............................................... 2 placement .....................

  • Page 7: Placement

    E- 3 placement 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 fig. Å .) if using two subwoofer...

  • Page 8: Connections

    E- 4 output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output split subwoofer subwoofer ( low pass ) ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gn...

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    English e- 5 ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /...

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    E- 6 ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output connecting to speaker ou...

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    English e- 7 䡵 using two subwoofers 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. Ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from...

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    E- 8 main in pre out ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output connecti...

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    English e- 9 main in pre out ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplif...

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    E- 10 ground connection ac in on power off high low off auto standby output input remote output to speakers input 1 from amplifier 100hz 80hz /mono normal input 2 input 3 lfe gnd h.P.F.Output digital output audio digital input 6ch input md/ tape cd-r cd-r cd dvd signal gnd d-tv /ld optical optical c...

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    English e- 11 battery replacement if you find that the remote control must be used closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones. Notes ● use only aa, r6, um-3 batteries for replacement. ● be sure the polarities are correct. (see the illustration inside the ba...

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    E- 12 1 standby/on button press this button to turn on the power. Press again to set the subwoofer in the standby mode. * this button can be used only when the power ( a ) switch is set in the on position. Standby mode the subwoofer is still using a small amount of power in this mode. 2 b.A.S.S. Swi...

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    English e- 13 4 volume control volume up/down buttons adjust the volume level. Turn the control clockwise or press the up button to increase the volume. Turn the control counterclockwise or press the down button to decrease the volume. To adjust the control on the front panel, put a coin, etc. In th...

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    E- 14 if the source being played 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 power- switching function, the power indicator lights up in red.) when you play ...

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    English e- 15 1 set the volume level on the amplifier to minimum, and turn on the amplifier and other components. 2 turn the volume control to set the control to minimum (0). 3 make sure that the power switch on the rear panel is set to the on position, then press the standby/on button to turn on th...

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    E- 16 storing preset data of the volume control etc. You can store preset data of the volume control, the high cut control, the phase button and the b.A.S.S. Switch as a set. Each of the three preset buttons on the remote control is used to store (and recall) one set of data. With this function, you...

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    English e- 17 this subwoofer’s frequency characteristics ex.1 when combined with a 4” or 5” (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers ex.2 when combined with an 8” or 10” (20 cm or 25 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main speakers phase –set to the reverse mode. B.A.S.S. ...

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    E- 18 advanced yamaha active servo technology the theory of yamaha active servo technology has been based upon two major factors, the helmholtz resonator and negative-impedance drive. Active servo processing speakers reproduce the bass frequencies through an “air woofer”, which is a port or opening ...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    English e- 19 what to do connect the power cable to both the ac in socket of the subwoofer and an ac outlet securely, or set the power switch to the on position. Raise the volume up. Connect them securely. Connect them correctly, that is l (left) to l, r (right) to r, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Set ...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    E- 20 specifications type ............... Advanced yamaha active servo technology driver ............................................ 30 cm (12”) cone woofer magnetic shielding type amplifier output ................................................... 1 kw/5 Ω frequency response .................... ...