Yamaha YST-SW515
Yamaha YST-SW515
Yamaha YST-SW515
YST-SW515
Subwoofer System
OWNERS MANUAL
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of this system in the space below. Model: Serial No.: The serial number is located on the rear of the main unit. Retain this Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.
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VOLTAGE SELECTOR (China, Korea, Asia and General models only) The voltage selector switch on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging this unit into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110/120/220/230-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Standby mode When this unit is set in standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button on the control panel, this unit consumes a small amount of power. This state is called the standby mode. This units power supply is completely cut off from the AC line only when the POWER switch on the rear panel is set in the OFF position or the AC power cord is disconnected. This unit features a magnetically shielded design, but there is still a chance that placing it too close to a TV set might impair picture color. Should this happen, move this unit away from the TV set.
CONTENTS
FEATURES ....................................................................2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...........................................2 PLACEMENT ................................................................3 CONNECTIONS ........................................................... 4 1 Connecting to line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier .................................................... 4 2 Connecting to speaker output terminals of the amplifier .......................................................... 6 Connecting to the INPUT1/ OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer .........................................................8 Plug in the subwoofer to the AC outlet ......................8 CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS .................... 9 AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION ................................................................. 11 Changing the AUTO STANDBY setting .................11 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE ............................................................. 12 Frequency characteristics .........................................13 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II ....................................................... 14 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................... 15 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................Backcover
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 from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
For Canadian Customers To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
FEATURES
This subwoofer system employs Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II which Yamaha has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound. (Refer to page 14 for details on Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology II.) This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system. This subwoofer can be easily added to your existing audio system by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. For the effective use of the subwoofer, the subwoofers super-bass sound should be matched to the sounds of your front speakers. You can create the best sound quality for various listening conditions 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 and off. You can select bass effect suitable for the source by using the B.A.S.S. button. This subwoofer system is equipped with a linear port unique to Yamaha that provides smooth bass response during playback, minimizing extraneous noise not included in the original input signal.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
Non-skid pads
QD-Bass Technology QD-Bass (Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology is a Yamaha unique technology to radiate the sound efficiently in four horizontal direction.
PLACEMENT
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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 front speaker. (See fig. A .) If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place them on the outside of each front speaker. (See fig. B .) The placement shown in fig. C is also possible, however, if the subwoofer system is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may die because the sound from it and the sound reflected by the wall may cancel out each other. To prevent this from happening, face the subwoofer system at an angle as in fig. A or B .
Note
There may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from the subwoofer when listening in the center of the room. This is because standing waves have been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel the bass sounds. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to the wall. It also may be necessary to break up the parallel surfaces by placing bookshelves etc. along the walls.
: subwoofer,
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CONNECTIONS
Choose one of the following two connecting methods that is more suitable for your audio system.
Choose 1 Choose 2
(pages 4-5) if your amplifier has line output (pin jack) terminal(s) (pages 6-7) if your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal
Caution: Unplug the subwoofer and other audio/video components before making connections.
Notes All connections must be correct, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, + to + and to . Also, refer to the owners manual of your component to be connected to the subwoofer. After all connections are completed, plug in the subwoofer and other audio/video components. 1
To connect with an amplifier (or AV receiver), connect the SUBWOOFER (or LOW PASS etc.) terminal on the rear of the 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 amplifier, be sure to connect the L /MONO INPUT2 terminal to the L side and the R INPUT2 terminal to the R side of the SPLIT SUBWOOFER terminals. Notes Some amplifiers have line output terminals labeled PRE OUT. When you connect the subwoofer to the PRE OUT terminals of the amplifier, make sure that the amplifier has at least two sets of PRE OUT terminals. If the amplifier has only one set of PRE OUT terminals, do not connect the subwoofer to the PRE OUT terminals. Instead, connect the subwoofer to the speaker output terminals of the amplifier. (Refer to pages 6-7.) When connecting to a monaural line output terminal of the amplifier, connect the L /MONO INPUT2 terminal. When connecting to line output terminals of the amplifier, other speakers should not be connected to the OUTPUT terminals on the rear panel of the subwoofer. If connected, they will not produce sound.
CONNECTIONS
Using
one subwoofer
Subwoofer Mono pin cable (not included)
Amplifier
Using
two subwoofers
Mono pin cable(not included)
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
Amplifier
To AC outlet
To AC outlet
CONNECTIONS
Select this method if your amplifier has no line output (pin jack) terminal.
If your amplifier has two sets of front speaker output terminals and both terminals can output sound signals simultaneously.
Connect one set of front speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the other set of front speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the front speakers. Set the amplifier so that both sets of front speaker output terminals output sound signals simultaneously. Note If your amplifier has only one set of front speaker output terminals, see page 7.
Using
Using
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
To AC outlet
To AC outlet
CONNECTIONS
If your amplifier has only one set of front speaker output terminals.
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 front speakers.
Using
Subwoofer
Amplifier
To AC outlet
Using
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
Amplifier
To AC outlet
To AC outlet
CONNECTIONS
U.S.A., Canada and Australia models only Banana Plug conection are also possible.
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Tighten the terminal knob. Simply insert the banana plug into the terminal
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Before
connecting
Remove the insulation coating at the extremity of each speaker cable by twisting the coating off.
Good
10mm (3/8)
No Good
How
to connect:
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Loosen the terminals knob, as shown in the figure. Insert the bare wire. Tighten the knob. Test the firmness of the connection by pulling lightly on the cable at the terminal.
Red: positive (+) Black: negative () To AC outlet
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Front panel
1 Power indicator Lights up in green while the subwoofer is on. Lights up in red while the subwoofer is set in the standby mode by the operation of the automatic powerswitching function. Goes off when the subwoofer is set in the standby mode. 2 STANDBY/ON button Press this button to turn on the power when the POWER switch is set in the ON position. (The power indicator lights up in green.) Press again to set the subwoofer in the standby mode. (The power indicator goes off.) Standby mode The subwoofer is still using a small amount of power in this mode. 3 B.A.S.S. (Bass Action Selector System) button When this button is pressed in to the MUSIC position, the bass sound in audio software is well reproduced. By pressing the button again so that it pops out at the MOVIE position, the bass sound in video software is well reproduced.
4 HIGH CUT control Adjusts the high frequency cut off point. Frequencies higher than the frequency selected by this control are all cut off (and no output). * One graduation of this control represents 10 Hz. 5 VOLUME control Adjusts the volume level. Turn the control clockwise to increase the volume, and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. 6 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (China, Korea, Asia and General models only) If the preset setting of the switch is incorrect, set the switch to the proper voltage (110V, 120V, 220V or 230-240V) of your area. Consult your dealer if you are unsure of the correct setting.
WARNING
Be sure to unplug the subwoofer before setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch correctly. 7 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 button. Set this switch to the OFF position to completely cut off the subwoofers power supply from the AC line.
8 OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals Can be used for connecting to the main speakers. Signals from the INPUT1 terminals are sent to these terminals. (Refer to CONNECTIONS for details.) 9 INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker terminals of the amplifier. (Refer to CONNECTIONS for details. 0 INPUT2 terminals Used to input line level signals from the amplifier. (Refer to CONNECTIONS for details.) A AUTO STANDBY (HIGH/LOW/OFF) switch This switch is originally set to the OFF position. By setting this switch to the HIGH or LOW position, the subwoofers automatic power-switching function operates as described on page 11. If you do not need this function, leave this switch in the OFF position. * Make sure to change the setting of this switch only when the subwoofer is set in the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button. B PHASE switch Normally this switch is to be set to the REV (reverse) position. However, according to your speaker systems or the listening condition, there may be a case when better sound quality is obtained by setting this switch to the NORM (normal) position. Select the better position by monitoring the sound.
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Notes: This function does not operate when the POWER switch is set to the OFF position, or when you manually set the subwoofer to standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button. Noise received from other appliances may extend the time period before the subwoofer places itself in standby mode to more than 8 minutes.
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Set the VOLUME control to minimum (0). Turn on the power of all the other components. Make sure that the POWER switch is set to the ON position, then press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the subwoofer. * The Power indicator lights up in green. Play a source containing low-frequency components and adjust the amplifiers volume control to the desired listening level. Adjust the HIGH CUT control to the position where the desired response can be obtained. Normally, set the control to the level a little higher than the front speakers rated minimum reproducible frequency*. * The front speakers rated minimum reproducible frequency can be looked up in the speakers catalog or owners manual. Increase the volume gradually to adjust the volume balance between the subwoofer and the front speakers. Normally, set the control to the level where you can obtain a little more bass effect than when the subwoofer is not used. If the desired response cannot be obtained, adjust the HIGH CUT control and the VOLUME control again. Set the PHASE switch to the position which gives you the better bass sound. Normally, set the switch to the REV (reverse) position. If the desired response cannot be obtained, set the switch to the NORM (normal) position.
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Select MOVIE or MUSIC according to the played source. MOVIE: When a movie type source is played, the lowfrequency effects are enhanced to allow the listeners enjoy more powerful sound. (The sound will be thicker and deeper.) MUSIC: When an ordinary music source is played, the excessive low-frequency components are cut off to make the sound clearer. (The sound will be lighter and reproduces the melody line more clearly.)
Once the volume balance between the subwoofer and the front speakers is adjusted, you can adjust the volume of your whole sound system by using the amplifiers volume control. However, if you change the front speakers to others, you must make this adjustment again. For adjusting the VOLUME control, the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE switch, refer to Frequency characteristics on page 13.
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Frequency characteristics
This subwoofers frequency characteristics
dB
90
80
70
60
50 40 20
50
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 front speaker system.
EX.1 When combined with a 4 or 5 (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system front
speakers
PHASE
NORM REV
dB
90
80
YST-SW515
70
(70Hz)
(REV)
60 50 40 20
Front speaker
50 100 200 500Hz
EX.2 When combined with an 8 or 10 (20 cm or 25 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system front
speakers
dB
PHASE
NORM REV
90
80
70
YST-SW515
Front speaker
(50Hz)
(REV)
60 50 40 20
50
100
200
500Hz
*This diagram does not depict actual frequency response characteristics accurately.
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Signals
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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.
Problem Power is not supplied even though the STANDBY/ON button is set to the ON position. Cause The power plug is not securely connected. The POWER switch is set to the OFF position. The volume is set to minimum. Speaker cables are not connected securely. Sound level is too low. Speaker cables are not connected correctly. Setting of the PHASE switch is not proper. A source sound with few bass frequencies is played. What to Do Connect it securely. 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 the PHASE switch to the other position. Play a source sound with bass frequencies. Set the HIGH CUT control to a higher position. Reposition the subwoofer or break up the parallel surface by placing bookshelves etc. along the walls. Set the POWER switch to the ON position. Set the STANDBY/ON button to the ON position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH or LOW position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. Move the subwoofer farther away from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. Otherwise, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH or LOW position. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the HIGH position. Move the subwoofer farther away from such appliances and/or reposition the connected speaker cables. Otherwise, set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the OFF position.
No sound.
The POWER switch is set to the OFF position. The STANDBY/ON button is set to the STANDBY position. The AUTO STANDBY switch is set to the OFF position. The level of input signal is too low.
The subwoofer does not turn into the standby mode automatically.
The AUTO STANDBY switch is set to the OFF position. The subwoofer turns into the standby mode unexpectedly. The subwoofer turns on unexpectedly. The level of input signal is too low. There is an influence of noise generated from external appliances etc.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Type.......... Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology Driver ........................................25 cm (10) cone woofer Magnetic shielding type Amplifier Output (100 Hz, 5 ohms, 10% THD) ................................................................................ 250 W Frequency Response ............................... 20 Hz - 160 Hz Power Supply USA and Canada models ...................AC 120V, 60 Hz U.K. and Europe models....................AC 230V, 50 Hz Australia model..................................AC 240V, 50 Hz China, Korea, Asia and General models ........................AC 110/120/220/230-240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption................................................80 W Standby Power Consumption ...............................0.5 W Dimensions (W x H x D) ........................................350mm x 430 mm x 382 mm (13-3/4 x 16-15/16 x 15-1/16) Weight ............................................ 19 kg (41 lbs. 13 oz.) Please note that all specifications are subject to change without notice.
2004
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