Yamaha AVX-S30 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Solution

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Troubleshooting

If there is any problem with this unit, check the following items. If you cannot solve your problem with the following remedies or if your problem is not listed below, turn off and unplug this unit, then consult the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power turns on but immediately

The power cable may be connected

Make sure the power cable is plugged into the

 

 

shuts off

improperly.

outlet firmly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The speaker cable may be shorted.

Make sure all speaker cables are connected

 

 

 

 

properly.

 

 

 

This unit may receive a strong electrical

Set this unit to the Standby mode, then

 

 

 

shock such as from a lightening bolt or

disconnect the power cable. Wait for about 30

 

ADDITIONAL

 

excessive static electricity.

seconds, then connect the power cable and turn

 

 

 

 

 

 

on this unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The speakers make no sound

The volume may be set to minimum level.

Adjust the volume level. (page 12)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Mute function may be enabled.

Cancel the Mute function. (page 12)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The input source or input setting may be

Select the correct input source or input setting.

 

INFORMATION

 

incorrect.

(pages 8-10)

 

 

(page 12)

 

 

 

The cables may be connected improperly.

Make sure all cables are connected properly.

 

 

 

 

(pages 8-10)

 

 

Sound is too low on one side

The cables may be connected improperly.

Make sure all cables are connected properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaker channels other than the

You may be listening to stereo sounds

Press CINEMA DSP to enable the sound field

 

 

front ones make no sound

without the sound field effect.

effect. (page 13)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You may be listening to an audio source

Select another sound field program. (page 13)

 

 

 

(Dolby Digital or DTS) that does not

 

 

 

 

contain any special effect signal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The center speaker channel

The volume of the center speaker channel

Adjust the volume level of the center speaker

 

 

makes no sound

may be set to minimum level.

channel using test tones. (page 15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You may be listening to a Dolby Digital or

Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources do not

 

 

 

DTS audio source.

contain a center speaker signal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The surround speaker channels

The volume of the surround speaker

Adjust the volume level of the surround

 

 

make no sound

channels may be set to minimum level.

speaker channels using test tones. (page 15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The subwoofer makes no sound

The volume of the subwoofer may be set to

Adjust the volume level of the subwoofer.

 

 

 

minimum level.

(page 15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The subwoofer cable or system control

Make sure all cables are connected properly.

 

 

 

cable may be connected improperly.

(page 8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You may be listening to an audio source that

The subwoofer does not support signals

 

 

 

does not contain any low tone signal.

outside the specified range.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound is poor (noisy)

The speaker cable may be shorted.

Make sure all cables are connected properly.

 

 

 

 

(pages 8-10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This unit does not operate

This unit may receive a strong electrical

Set this unit to the Standby mode, then

 

 

properly

shock, such as from a lightening bolt or

disconnect the power cable. Wait for about 30

 

 

 

excessive static electricity, or drop in power

seconds, then connect the power cable and turn

 

 

 

supply.

on this unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A digital or high-frequency

This unit may be placed close to the digital

Place this unit further away from such

 

 

equipment produces noises

equipment or high-frequency equipment.

equipment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The remote control does not work

This unit may be operated outside the

For information on the remote control

 

 

for operating this unit

remote control operation range.

operation range, refer to “Using the Remote

 

 

 

 

Control” (page 11).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The remote control sensor on this unit may

Change the lighting or this unit’s orientation.

 

 

 

be exposed to direct sunlight or lighting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The batteries may be worn out.

Replace the batteries. (page 11)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents AVX-S30 For U.K. customers Contents Supplied Parts PreparationFront panel Controls and FunctionsOn Screen Remote controlMenu TestVolume + SetupSubtitle AudioPlacing the Speakers Satellite speakers L, R NX-S30Subwoofer NX-SW30 Placing the subwoofer Placing the Satellite SpeakersTo place on a rack To attach to a wallConnecting the Speakers Digital connection Connecting External ComponentsVideo pin cable commercially available To AC outlet VCR etc Analog connectionClose the battery cover Using the Remote ControlReplacing the batteries Polarity markings +Now, please try various features of this unit Press Volume +/- to adjust the volume levelBasic Operation Press STANDBY/ONEnjoying Sounds with Specific Speaker Channels Using the DVS function Dolby Virtual SpeakerEnjoying realistic sounds OperationListening at low volume Night Listening Listening with headphones Silent CinemaEnjoying Sounds in a Variety of Ways Adjusting the speaker balance With test tones Adjusting the Speaker BalanceTo confirm the adjustment, press Test Press TestAdjusting the speaker balance During playback To adjust the volume level of the surround speaker channelsTo adjust the volume level of the subwoofer channel Configurations Status Indicator Volume levelInput signal Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingLength 1 × Width Side walls 3 Listening position Recommended Virtual Surround Speaker SettingsGlossary Specifications Amplifier SubwooferSatellite speaker DVD-S30 Special Instructions for U.K. Model For U.K. customersModel NO. DVD-S30 Iii About region codesHandling of discs To repeat between two points DVD player DVD-S30 x Accessories Front panel display Preparation STANDBY/ONEject Disc loading slotEnter Taiwan model only Connections Other video connections To enjoy high quality picturesOther audio connection Within 6 m Setting the TV color System Turning on the powerGetting Started Setting the OSD language Setting the disc language Audio, subtitle, disc menuPress or to select OK, and then press EnterAbout MP3 and Jpeg picture discs Supported Disc TypesDVD/DVD-VR Video CD Super Video CDBasic Playback Operations To cancel Repeat Play To cancel A-B RepeatRepeating Playback Repeat Play To repeat between two points RepeatTime Search on VCD/SVCD Time Search on DVDPressing or switches the program list to the previous/next Customizing Playback Order Program PlayTime Search on CD You can zoom in or zoom out the picture during disc playback Languages DVDOperating the Disc Menu Selecting a Viewing Angle DVDTo operate the DVD menu DVD To operate the Playback Control Menu VCDSetting the Parental Control level Restricting Playback DVDLocking discs To disable a lock applied to a disc Changing the passwordPlaying MP3 or Jpeg Kodak Picture Discs Insert the disc into the disc loading slotDefault setting is 242 Yamaha You can view the content of the selected folder or disc asViewing Jpeg Kodak pictures Thumbnailed form Small thumbnail imagesOn-Screen menu items Changing Playback Settings on the TV On-Screen MenuPress or to select the desired menu, then press Configuring the Various Parameters Setup MenuIf the selected menu contains one submenu, press Press or to select the desired parameter, then press EnterSetup Display DIM Setup menu itemsPreference Audio Unit. GeneralAdditional Information Disc playbackDTS Digital Theater Systems PAL Phase Alternating LineNtsc National Television System Committee Pan & Scan and LetterboxCopyright and Logo Marks Language Codes Remote Control Codes Audio Section Video SectionGeneral WF75850

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