Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Subwoofer System.
CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit.
cTo assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
cInstall this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or water.
cNever open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact your dealer.
cTo reduce the risk or fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
cDo not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipments. Never pull the wires themselves.
cWhen not planning to use this unit for a long period (ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
cTo prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug when there is an electric storm.
cSince this unit has a
down on the floor or other surfaces.
<For U.K., Europe and China models only>
Be sure to allow spaces of at least 20 cm above, behind and on both sides of the unit.
cDo not cover the rear panel of this unit with a newspaper, a tablecloth, a curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside the unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to the unit and/or personal injury.
cDo not place the following objects on this unit: Glass, china, etc.
If glass etc. falls by vibrations and breaks, it may cause personal injury.
A burning candle etc.
If the candle falls by vibrations, it may cause fire and personal injury.
A vessel with water in it
If the vessel falls by vibrations and water spills, it may cause damage to the unit, and/or you may get an electric shock.
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cIf you hear distorted noise (i.e., unnatural, intermittent “rapping” or “hammering” sounds) coming from this unit, reduce the volume level. Extremely loud playing of a movie soundtrack’s low frequency,
cVibration generated by
cDo not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
cBe sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.
cSecure placement or installation is the owner’s responsibility.
YAMAHA shall not be liable for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of speakers.
cVOLTAGE SELECTOR
(China 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 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
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.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL
IMPORTANT:
THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.
Standby mode
When this unit is turned off by pressing the STANDBY/ON button on the front panel, this unit consumes a small amount of power. This state is called the standby mode. This unit’s 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.