1. To assure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
2. Install 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 the unit to rain or
water.
3. Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the
unit, contact your dealer.
4. Do not use force on switches, controls or connection
cables. When moving the unit, first disconnect the
power cord and then the cables connected to other
component. Never pull the cables themselves.
5. The openings on the cover assure proper ventilation
of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the
temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly.
Therefore, avoid placing objects against these
openings, and install the unit in a well-ventilated area
to prevent fire and damage.
6. The voltage used must be the same as that specified
on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than
specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other
accidents. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for
any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a
voltage other than that specified.
7. Digital signals generated by this unit may interfere
with other component such as tuners, receivers and
TVs. Move this unit farther away from such
component if interference is observed.
8. Always set the volume to the minimum level before
starting the audio source play. Increase the volume
gradually to an appropriate level after playback has
been started.
9. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical
solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean,
dry cloth.
10. Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section
regarding common operating errors before
concluding that the unit is faulty.
11. When not planning to use this unit for a long period
of time (e.g., a vacation), disconnect the AC power
cord from the wall outlet.
12. To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC
power cord and disconnect the antenna cable when
there is an electrical storm.
13. Grounding or polarization — Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization of the unit
is not defeated.
14. AC outlet — Do not connect audio component to the
AC outlet on the rear panel if that component
requires more power than the outlet is rated to
provide.
15. Though this speaker is a magnetic shielding type,
there may be some influence on a TV picture
depending on the type of TV or the placement of the
speaker. In such a case, place the speaker apart from
the TV so that there is no influence on TV picture.
This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this
unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby
mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a
very small quantity of power.
■ 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.
CAUTION
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PREPARATION
FEATURES
● Home Theater Sound
This system delivers a realistic and powerful sound
experience like that found in a movie theater just by
connecting the front speaker unit to the TV. You can
also enjoy stronger bass and surround effects by
adding the separately available YAMAHA NX-SW70,
consisting of a subwoofer and two rear speakers.
● Includes Dolby Digital* and Dolby Pro
Logic Decoder
This system can reproduce the sound field of the
software with the g or s logo
mark.
● Virtual Surround
The front speaker unit can produce a virtual Dolby
Surround sound field when playing software with the
g or s logo mark so that you can
enjoy surround effects that give motion to sound and
make you feel like you are inside the action.
● Seven DSP programs including
YAMAHA CINEMA DSP
Connecting the YAMAHA NX-SW70 (sold
separately) allows seven different DSP programs to be
used to enhance the power and realism of various
sources, from movies, to concerts, and sporting
events.
● Preset Remote Control
The remote control can be used to control not only the
front speaker unit, but component from other
manufacturers as well merely by setting the proper
manufacturer code.
CONTENTS
PREPARATION
FEATURES .................................................................. 1
GETTING STARTED ................................................. 2
NAMES OF ALL PARTS ............................................4
Misuse of dry cell batteries may result in leakage or
bursting. Be sure to follow the precautions given below.
• Insert batteries with (+) and (–) oriented according to the
marking in the battery compartment.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix different types of batteries as they may offer
different voltage and performance even though they have
the same shape.
• Remove all batteries when they can no longer be used or
when the remote control will not be used for an extended
period.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• If leakage occurs, wipe away all battery fluid inside the
compartment.
Preserving the manufacturer code
Replace batteries early before they become unusable.
The manufacturer code set by the user will be preserved
for about two minutes when batteries run out or when
they are removed. Note that the manufacturer code
setting may be lost if more than two minutes elapses.
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Operational Area of the Remote Control
GETTING STARTED
Front speaker
30°30°
Approx. 20 cm– 6 m
■ Battery replacement cycle
Replace all four batteries when the operational range of the
remote control starts to become shorter.
■ Precautions on handling the
remote control
• The remote control may not be able to operate the front
speaker unit when an object blocks the remote control
sensor on the unit.
• Do not subject the remote control to impact. Do not
allow it to get wet or place it in a location subject to high
humidity.
• The remote control operations become difficult when
direct sunlight or other strong light (such as from an
inverter fluorescent lamp) strikes the sensor. Adjust the
relative positions of the light and the front speaker if this
happens.
• Remote control operations may not be possible if another
remote control is being operated at the same time.
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NAMES OF ALL PARTS
Front Speaker Unit (Front Panel)
INPUT selector button (page 17)
STANDBY indicator
POWER (page 17)
Turns the unit’s power on and off. This
button also turns off the subwoofer’s
power when a YAMAHA subwoofer
and rear speakers NX-SW70 (sold
separately) are connected. The
STANDBY indicator will light when
power is turned off using p on the
remote control.
VIRTUAL TRUBASS
DIGITAL ENHANCED
SURROUND
PRO LOGIC
Processing indicators (page 20)
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DSP
Display used for DSP program name, level,
and operational status
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Remote Control
NAMES OF ALL P ARTS
p (power) (page 17)
Remote control selector buttons
(page 23)
VOL – (page 17)
m(page 18)
SET/DSP (pages 20 and 23)
MENU (page 21)
MENU – (page 21)
SUBWOOFER – (page 18)
NIGHT MODE (page 18)
DSP ON/OFF (page 20)
Transmission indicator
Not used with this unit.
VOL + (page 17)
c(page 23)
INPUT selector button (page 17)
Numeric buttons (page 23)
MENU + (page 21)
SUBWOOFER + (page 18)
TEST (page 15)
t (page 18)
Not used with this unit.
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Of the buttons on the remote control, those used to control this unit
is colored in dark gray.
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Although speakers should ideally be placed as shown below, satisfactory effects may be obtained even if you do not strictly
follow these guidelines.
Front speaker unit
Place above the monitor in the center.
Right rear
speaker
1.8 m
Left rear
speaker
Rear speakers (sold separately)
Subwoofer (sold separately or already owned)
Place behind or to the sides of the listening position.
■ Front speaker unit
Place the front speaker unit on top of the television and
align the front surface of the speakers with the front surface
of the television monitor. For details on placement, refer to
page 7. If the system cannot be placed on top of the
television, place it on a rack beneath the television as close
to the television monitor as possible.
■ YAMAHA rear speakers NX-AVS70
(sold separately)
Depending on room conditions, it is possible to place
YAMAHA rear speakers NX-AVS70 on shelves or hang
them on the wall. Speakers should be placed about 1.8 m
above the floor.
About 1.8 m
■ YAMAHA subwoofer SW-AVS70
(sold separately)
Place the subwoofer at the either right or left side of the
front speaker unit and facing slightly toward the center of
the room so that the sound from it and the sound reflected
by the wall should not cancel out each other. Try altering the
position of the subwoofer versus the listening position as the
relative position will affect the way the bass sounds.
CAUTION
Although the speakers in this unit are magnetically
shielded, they may still affect the color on the television
monitor when using the speakers on top of the television.
Adjust the relative positions of the speakers and the
television if this happen. Perform the following steps if
you are using a magnetically shielded television.
1 Turn off the television.
2 Wait awhile and turn the television back on.
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INSTALLATION
To prevent the front speaker unit from falling, secure it with the provided velcro strip when placing it on a television or other
device. Also, use the height adjustment bracket on the rear of the front speaker unit when there is not enough space for
installation or when the surface is sloped.
Using the Velcro Strips
Precautions before installation
• Do not touch the adhesive surface after peeling off the strip as this will weaken its adhesive strength.
• Thoroughly wipe clean the surface where the velcro strip is to be applied. Note that adhesive strength is weakened if the
surface is dusty, oily or wet and that this may cause the front speaker unit to drop.
1 Peel off the seal of the velcro strip with the
rough surface and apply to the protrusions on
the bottom of the front speaker unit.
Wrap the strip tightly with
sides of the tape well
aligned with the edges of
the protrusion.
Rough surface
Protrusion
Front speaker
(bottom panel)
2 Place the front speaker unit where it is to be
installed (ex. on top of the television ) to
determine where to apply the velcro strip with
the smooth surface.
Position so that the position of the velcro strip stuck to
the front speaker unit matches that of the velcro strip
stuck to the top of the television.
3 Peel off the seal of the velcro strip with the
smooth surface and apply to the positions
determined in step 2.
Peel off the seal.
Smooth surface
4 Align both the velcro strip on both sides and
firmly press downward on the top of the front
speaker unit.
Press down.
Note
• Once the front speaker unit is secured in this way, the paint on the
television surface used for installation may peel off when velcro
strip is removed later. Be sure to apply velcro strip after carefully
checking the surface to be used for installation.
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INSTALLATION
Using the Height Adjustment Brackets
1 Loosen the screws securing the adjustment
bracket.
Loosen the screws.
2 Lower the bracket so that the front speaker
unit is level and securely tighten the screws.
Lower the
bracket and
adjust.
Securely tighten
the screws.
Place the front
speaker unit so that it
is level.
■ To further stabilize and prevent
falling
Wire attachment
hole
Secure the front speaker unit to the wall by attaching
sufficiently strong wire to the wire attachment hole on the
adjustment bracket. This prevents falling in two ways when
this method is used together with velcro strip. This can
prevent damage caused by the front speaker falling.
Note
• Please provide wire separately.
CAUTION
Never place anything on top of the front speaker unit.
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CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
Always be sure to turn off the power of the main unit and any component to be connected when making connections.
To ensure proper connections
• Connect the white plug of the connection cord to the left “L” (white) audio signal terminal and connect the red plug to the
right “R”(red) terminal.
• Insert the plug securely. If the plug is not inserted securely, noise may result or sound may not be output.
• Since the method of connection and terminal names differ depending on the component being used, be sure to refer to the
instruction manuals for all components being connected.
• After connections have been made, check one more time that wiring has been made properly.
Pages 10 to 12
TV (monitor)VCR, etc.
DVD player,
LD player, etc.
Front speaker unit
AC outlet
Page 14
YAMAHA subwoofer and
rear speakers NX-SW70
(sold separately)
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CONNECTIONS
Connecting a TV or VCR
■ Connecting a TV (monitor) with audio output terminals
Front speaker unit
THROUGH
OUT
SUBWOOFER
MARK
SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
AUDIO IN L
DIGITAL 2
( /PCM)
AUXTVVIDEO
L
INPUT
R
R
L
DIGITAL 1
( /PCM)
AUDIO IN R
Audio connection cord (provided)
RL
RL
OUTPUT
TV (monitor)
AUDIO OUT L
VCR, etc.
AUDIO/VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT R
AUDIO/VIDEO
IN
Connect the audio output terminal on the TV (monitor) to the TV terminal on the front speaker unit using the provided audio
connection cord.
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Television audio can be heard using the front speaker unit. (Although you can also hear the audio using the TV speakers, we recommend you
reduce the TV volume so that you may enjoy the full benefit of the front speaker unit.) Audio can be heard using the TV speakers when the
front speaker unit is turned off.
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■ Connecting to a TV (monitor) without audio output terminals
Front speaker unit
CONNECTIONS
Audio connection cord
(provided)
AUDIO
OUT R
AUDIO
IN L
R
L
RL
OUTPUT
VCR, etc.
DIGITAL 2
( /PCM)
AUXTVVIDEO
L
INPUT
R
L
AUDIO
OUT L
R
DIGITAL 1
( /PCM)
AUDIO
IN R
VIDEO
OUT
THROUGH
OUT
AUDIO
AUDIO
THROUGH
THROUGH
OUT R
OUT R
SUBWOOFER
MARK
SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
R
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
THROUGH
OUT L
IN
AUDIO
RL
IN R
RL
TV (monitor)
Audio connection cord
(commercially available)
AUDIO
IN L
INPUT
There are two methods of making connection:
1. connecting only the VIDEO terminals or
2. connecting the THROUGH OUT terminals in addition to the VIDEO terminals.
When only the VIDEO terminals are connected
Connect the audio output terminals on the VCR to the VIDEO terminals on the front speaker unit using the provided audio
connection cord. VCR audio may always be heard using the front speaker unit. Audio cannot be heard when the front speaker
unit’s power is turned off. (Audio cannot be heard from the TV’s speakers either.)
When VIDEO terminals and THROUGH OUT terminals are connected
Connect the THROUGH OUT terminals of the front speaker unit to the audio input terminals of the TV (monitor) using a
commercially available audio connection cord. VCR audio can be heard using the front speaker unit when the front speaker
unit is turned on. Audio can be heard using the TV speakers when the front speaker unit is turned off.
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CONNECTIONS
■ Connecting a TV (monitor) to enjoy digital audio
Remove the cap covering the DIGITAL 1
terminal (optical) when connecting an
optical fiber cable. Safely store the cap
and always re-insert it in the terminal
when the terminal is not in use. (This cap
prevents the entrance of dust.)
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
DVD player, LD player, etc.
Connect the optical terminal or coaxial terminal of the LD or DVD player to the DIGITAL 1 (optical) terminal or DIGITAL 2
(coaxial) terminal of the front speaker unit using a commercially available optical fiber cable or audio connection cord
(1 pin).
Notes
• You need to make digital connection between this unit and your component to enjoy a Dolby Digital source.
• The audio of the LD or DVD player can be heard from the front speaker unit, but not from the TV speakers. The audio of the LD or DVD
player cannot be heard when the front speaker unit’s power is turned off.
• If your LD player has a Dolby Digital RF signal output terminal, be sure to use the RF demodulator (separately purchased).
• No sound will be heard when connecting your LD player’s Dolby Digital RF signal output terminal directly to this unit’s DIGITAL 2
terminal.
Remove the cap covering the DIGITAL 1
terminal (optical) when connecting an
optical fiber cable. Safely store the cap
and always re-insert it in the terminal
when the terminal is not in use. (This cap
prevents the entrance of dust.)
AUDIO OUT L
Use the analog audio output
terminals if there is no digital
output terminal.
If the CD player or MD recorder has a digital output terminal, connect the optical or coaxial terminal on the CD player or
MD recorder to the DIGITAL 1 (optical) terminal or DIGITAL 2 (coaxial) terminal on the front speaker unit using a
commercially available optical fiber cable or audio connection cord (1 pin).
If there is no digital output terminal, connect the analog audio output terminals on the CD player or MD recorder to the AUX
input terminals on the front speaker unit using a commercially available audio connection cord (2 pin).
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CONNECTIONS
Connecting the Front Speaker Unit and the Subwoofer
Although the front speaker unit alone can be used to reproduce rich, natural sounding audio, the additional use of a
subwoofer allows you to enjoy powerful bass tones.
Connecting a YAMAHA subwoofer and rear speakers NX-SW70 (sold separately) not only increases bass sensitivity but
improves the surround effect as well.
Front speaker unit
To SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
terminal
YAMAHA subwoofer and rear speakers
NX-SW70 (sold separately)
DIGITAL 2
( /PCM)
AUXTVVIDEO
L
INPUT
R
DIGITAL 1
( /PCM)
THROUGH
OUT
SUBWOOFER
MARK
SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
System connector cable
provided with the
YAMAHA NX-SW70
To SYSTEM
CONNECTOR terminal
Match the b mark on the plug
with the a mark on the
terminal and insert.
Note
• Turning off the front speaker unit’s power will also turn off the YAMAHA subwoofer SW-AVS70.
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• When connecting your subwoofer, connect the input terminal on the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER terminal on the front speaker unit
using a commercially available audio connection cord (1 pin).
• For details regarding connections, please refer to the instruction manuals for your subwoofer or the owner’s manual for the YAMAHA
subwoofer and rear speakers NX-SW70 (sold separately).
Connecting the AC Power Supply Cord
Front speaker unit
MAINS
Once all connections have been made, check them one more
time. Finally, insert the plug of the power supply cord for
the front speaker unit into an AC outlet. Disconnect the
power supply cord if you will not use the unit for an
extended period.
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ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
When reproducing a Dolby Surround source using a DSP program such as DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY DIGITAL
ENHANCED, it is necessary to adjust each channel to the same output level in order to bring out the full digital effect of
these sound fields. Even when a different DSP program is used, it is possible to bring out the particular flavor of the sound
field in question.
Speaker output levels may be adjusted by using the remote control before playback by following the steps.
2 Press TEST .
Test tones (like pink noise) will be output in the
following order.
1
● When only the front speaker unit is being used
or the VIRTUAL SURROUND DSP program is
selected:
Front speaker unit
RIGHTLEFT
2
1 Press p to turn on the power.
If the STANDBY indicator is lit, turn on the power
using p on the remote control. If the main power is
off (when the STANDBY indicator is not lit), turn on
the power by pressing POWER on the front speaker
unit.
LEFT
SURROUND
(Virtual)(Virtual)
● When an NX-SW70 is connected:
Front speaker unit
LEFT
SURROUND
Rear speakers
SURROUND
SURROUND
RIGHT
RIGHTCENTERLEFT
RIGHT
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ADJUSTING THE SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS
3
5
4
3 Adjust the level of the test tone using VOL +/–.
(This sets the standard audio level you will be
using.)
Pressing VOL + increases the level, while pressing
VOL – decreases the level.
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• If only the front speaker unit being used, be sure to adjust the
level of the right and left rear virtual channels to match the level
of the right and left main channels. (Rear virtual channels sound
as if rear speakers are behind the listener.)
• If an NX-SW70 is connected, adjust so that the level of the center
channel (built into the front speaker unit) and rear channels (NXSW70 rear speakers) match the level of the right and left main
channels (built into the front speaker unit).
Notes
• When an NX-SW70 is connected, you can adjust the center
channel.
• If the right and left main channels have been adjusted, adjust the
level of the center and right and left rear channels (or right and
left rear virtual channels) one more time.
• The right and left rear virtual channels cannot be adjusted
separately. Adjusting either of the virtual channels sets the other
virtual channel to the same level.
5 When the adjustment is complete, press TEST.
A test tone will stop.
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The level can be adjusted in the following range.
• When only the front speaker unit is being used or the VIRTUAL
SURROUND DSP program is selected:
– Right and left main channels: –10 to ±0 dB
– Rear virtual channels: –3 to +3 dB
– The minimum level for the main channel is –10 dB, while that
for the rear virtual channels is –3 dB.
• When an NX-SW70 is connected:
– Right and left main channels: –10 to ±0 dB
– Center channel: –20 to +3 dB
– Right and left rear channels: –20 to +6 dB
– The minimum level for the main channel is –10 dB, while that
for the rear channels is –20 dB.
4 Adjust the level of each channel while listening
to the test tone.
Pressing f increases the level, while pressing w
decreases the level.
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OPERATION
OPERATING THE UNIT
Enjoying the Home Theater Sound System
This section describes how to select audio output from A/V component such as a TV, VCR, or DVD, LD, CD player, or MD
recorder as input source to the Home Theater Sound System AV-S70 and how to adjust levels.
First turn on the playback component and the TV, and then follow the steps given below.
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1
3
2
OPERATION
1 Press POWER (or p on the remote control) to
turn on the power .
or
Front panel
If the STANDBY indicator is lit, turn on the power
using p on the remote control. If the main power is
off (when the STANDBY indicator is not lit), turn on
the power by pressing POWER on the front speaker
unit.
Remote control
2 Press the INPUT selector button.
Each time the button is pressed, the input source will be
switched in the order: VIDEO → TV → AUX →
DIGITAL 1 → DIGITAL 2.
or
Front panel
Remote control
3 Adjust the level using VOLUME +/– (or VOL +/–
on the remote control).
Pressing VOLUME + (or VOL + on the remote control)
increases the level, while pressing VOLUME – (or
VOL – on the remote control) decreases the level.
or
Front panel
Remote control
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USING CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
You can use convenient functions with the remote control
during audio reproduction.
D
C
B
A
ı Listening to music clearly at low
levels
Press NIGHT MODE.
• Sounds will be clear.
• Use this function when it is difficult to output high
volumes such as late at night.
To cancel NIGHT MODE, press NIGHT MODE again.
Note
• Volume cannot be decreased using this button. To decrease the
volume, press VOLUME – (or VOL – on the remote control).
Ç Adjusting the subwoofer level
Subwoofer level can be adjusted if a subwoofer is
connected.
Pressing SUBWOOFER + increases the level,
while pressing SUBWOOFER – decreases the
level.
Å Increasing the power of the mid-
range
Press t.
• The TRUBASS* indicator will light in the display.
• This will increase the level of the mid-range, giving
more force to dialog and song lyrics.
To cancel TRUBASS mode, press t again.
*
TruBass and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. in
the United States and selected foreign countries. TruBass
technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
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The level can be adjusted within the range –20 dB to +10 dB.
Î Temporarily reducing the audio
Press m.
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“Mute ON” is displayed while audio is reduced.
To return to the original volume level, press m again.
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DSP PROGRAM (DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR EFFECT)
You can recreate the sound and feel of a movie theater, concert hall or other location by selecting from any of seven DSP
programs best suited to the source being reproduced. This allows you to enjoy the full experience of digital systems such as
DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, or YAMAHA CINEMA DSP.
Description of DSP Programs
■ When only the front speaker unit is connected
No.Program nameFeatures and applicable sources
1VIRTUAL SURROUND
(input source: Dolby Digital or Dolby Surround)
7MONO MOVIEFor old monaural movies.
■ When the front speaker unit and a YAMAHA subwoofer and rear speakers
NX-SW70 (sold separately) are connected
No.Program nameFeatures and applicable sources
1VIRTUAL SURROUND
(input source: Dolby Digital or Dolby Surround)
For enjoying the virtual surround field created using Dolby
Digital or Dolby Pro Logic when using a front speaker unit.
For enjoying the virtual surround field created using Dolby
Digital or Dolby Pro Logic when using a front speaker unit.
OPERATION
2DOLBY DIGITAL (input source: Dolby Digital)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
3DOLBY DIGITAL ENHANCED
(input source: Dolby Digital)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
4DIGITAL MOVIE THEATER
(input source: Dolby Digital)
70 mm MOVIE THEA TER
5CONCERTFor reproduction of the type of classical concert hall
6SPORTSFor the wide area sound field effect of a variety show or live
7MONO MOVIEFor old monaural movies. Sound field effects and moderate
For the straightforward reproduction of movie sound as
accurately processed using a Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic
decoder.
For adding sound field effects through digital signal processing
of the Dolby Digital or Dolby Surround signal.
For reproduction of the rich, full sound found in a movie
theater using the latest movie sound design in which dialog and
sound effects are handled separately.
atmosphere. This sound field is optimally suited for the
reproduction of operas and other classical pieces.
broadcast program. Resonant sounds are restained so there is
not much variation even when this sound field is used for an
extended period of time.
resonance processing are used to bring fuller life to the
monaural audio.
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DSP PROGRAM (DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR EFFECT)
Enjoying DSP Programs
DSP selector button
DSP ON/OFF
DSP
Press the DSP selector button (on the front
speaker unit) or DSP (on the remote control).
or
Front panel
Remote control
Each time this button is pressed, the DSP program will
be selected in the following order and the currently
selected DSP program name will be displayed.
● When only the front speaker unit is connected:
VIRTUAL SURROUND
DSP OFF
MONO MOVIE
● When the front speaker unit and a YAMAHA
subwoofer and rear speakers NX-SW70 are
connected:
VIRTUAL SURROUND
DSP OFF
MONO MOVIE
SPORTS
CONCERT
DOLBY DIGITAL/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
DOLBY DIGITAL ENHANCED/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED
DIGITAL MOVIE THEATER/
70 mm MOVIE THEATER
Notes
• The option “DSP OFF” only appears when using the DSP selector
button on the front speaker unit.
• Be sure to select the DSP program best suited for the atmosphere
of the source being listened to.
• The last DSP program used for each input source (AUX, TV,
VIDEO, DIGITAL 1, and DIGITAL 2) is stored in memory so
that the DSP program is automatically selected when the input
source is selected.
■ To cancel sound field effects
(using the remote control)
Press DSP ON/OFF.
Ordinary stereo reproduction will result and “DSP
OFF” will be displayed when the sound field effect is
canceled. Pressing this button again will cause the
sound field effect to return.
■ Processing indicators
A processing indicator will light to show with the type of
input signal when reproducing a source using a DSP
program.
q DIGITAL:Lights when reproducing a source
encoded with Dolby Digital other than
2-channel.
VIRTUAL and SURROUND:
Lights when using VIRTUAL
SURROUND DSP program.
q PRO LOGIC: Lights when reproducing a source
encoded with Dolby Digital 2-channel,
PCM or an analog source using DSP
program No. 2 or 3.
DSP:Lights when reproducing a source using
DSP program No. 3 through 7.
Notes
• The VIRTUAL SURROUND, DOLBY DIGITAL/DOLBY PRO
LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITAL ENHANCED/DOLBY PRO LOGIC
ENHANCED, DIGITAL MOVIE THEATER/70 mm MOVIE
THEATER DSP programs are optimum for reproducing visual
software encoded with Dolby Digital that displays the g or
s logo marks.
• The volume level of the right and left main channels may differ
based on the input source being used because, except in the case
of Dolby Digital, sound field data as actually measured are used.
• Select the DSP program that you feel sounds best for a source
regardless of its name.
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• Be sure to minimize the volume level of the TV to maximize the
virtual surround effect when reproducing a source with the
VIRTUAL SURROUND program.
• Refer to the glossary on page 28.
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MENU FUNCTIONS
The menu functions include: “Auto Power” for setting
automatic power on/off, “Dimmer” for adjusting display
brightness, “Input Name” for naming input, and “Delay
Time” for adjusting the delay time used for surround sound.
Adjustments on the menu functions should be performed
with the remote control.
Each time MENU on the remote control is pressed, the
function displayed will cycle in the order: “Auto Power”,
“Dimmer”, “Input Name”, “Delay Time” (only appears
when the selected DSP program is DOLBY DIGITAL/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC, or DOLBY DIGITAL ENHANCED/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED), and input display.
INPUT
selector button
MENU +/–
MENU
Setting Auto Power On/Off
Auto Power functions as described below.
1. No input signal and no buttons have been operated for
30 minutes.
2. Auto Power Off automatically shuts off the power. (The
STANDBY indicator will slowly flash.)
3. If a signal is input, Auto Power On automatically turns
the power on. (Or power can be turned on again using
p on the remote control.)
You can set sensitivity for the Auto Power function or turn
the Auto Power function off completely.
1 Press MENU to display “Auto Power”.
The Auto Power function may not function properly
depending on the signal output level of connected
component. In this case, you can refer to the table given
below to change the sensitivity of the Auto Power function.
Pressing + will cycle through the selections from top to
bottom, while pressing – will cycle through the selections
from bottom to top.
DisplaySetting/Symptom
OFFDo not use the Auto Power function.
1When Auto Power On does not function even though
a signal arrives or when Auto Power Off results even
though there is a continuing signal.
2Ordinary setting when using the Auto Power
function.
3When Auto Power On results even though no signal
has arrived, or when Auto Power Off does not result
even though there is no current signal.
To cancel the menu functions, press MENU until the input
display returns.
Adjusting Display Brightness
The display brightness of the front speaker unit can be
adjusted as follows.
1 Press MENU to display “Dimmer”.
The currently brightness level (such as “Dimmer: ±0”)
will be displayed.
2 Press MENU + or – to adjust the brightness.
Pressing + will brighten the display, while pressing –
will dim the display. Brightness can be adjusted from
–3 (dimmest) to +3 (brightest).
OPERATION
2 To set Auto Power On, use the MENU + or – to
select the “Auto Power 2”. To set Auto Power
Off, use the MENU – to select the “OFF”.
To cancel the menu functions, press MENU until the input
display returns.
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Naming Input
It is possible to give names to the AUX, DIGITAL 1 and
DIGITAL 2 input terminals. (It is not possible to change the
input names for the TV or VIDEO input terminals.)
This function makes selecting input source easier by
allowing you to give a name that quickly allows you to see
which component is connected to the terminal in question.
For example, if an MD recorder is connected to the AUX,
you can name that source “MD”, or if a DVD player is
connected to the DIGITAL 1 terminal, you can name that
source “DVD”.
1 Press MENU to display “Input Name”.
2 Press the INPUT selector button and select the
input you want to name (AUX, DIGITAL 1 or
DIGITAL 2).
4 You can repeat steps 1 through 3 to give
names to AUX, DIGITAL 1 and DIGITAL 2 input
terminals.
To cancel the menu functions, press MENU until the input
display returns.
Adjusting the Delay Time
When the selected DSP program is DOLBY DIGITAL/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY DIGITAL ENHANCED/
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED, it is possible to adjust
the delay time. The delay time is that time difference
between when the main channel sound can be heard and the
surround sound can be heard. Although it is possible to set
the delay time separately for Dolby Digital and Dolby
Surround input, if the Dolby Digital (or Dolby Surround)
delay time is adjusted, the level for Dolby Surround (or
Dolby Digital) will also be raised or lowered accordingly.
Setting a longer delay time makes the sound field feel
larger, while setting a shorter delay time makes it feel
smaller.
1 Press MENU to display “Delay Time”.
3 Press MENU + or – to select the name.
If you select AUX under step 2 above, names will be
displayed in the following order when you press +.
AUX
AUX: GAME
AUX: MD
If you select DIGITAL 1 or 2 under step 2 above,
names will be displayed in the following order when
you press +.
DIGITAL 1
D1: MD
Notes
• “D1:” is displayed before the name when DIGITAL 1 has been
selected, while “D2:” is displayed before the name when
DIGITAL 2 has been selected.
• Pressing – displays the names in reverse order.
AUX: VIDEO2
AUX: CD
D1: DVD
D1: CD
AUX: CABLE
AUX: SAT
AUX: DVDAUX: LD
D1: LD
D1: SAT
2 Press MENU + or – to adjust the delay time.
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• Adjustable range
– For Dolby Digital input: 0 to +15 ms
– For Dolby Surround input: 15 to 30 ms
To cancel the menu functions, press MENU until the input
display returns.
CAUTION
The variable sound intensity range is large in the case of
CDs and MDs. Listening for an extended period of time
at or near maximum volume to music that includes
sudden changes from soft to loud noises may damage the
speakers.
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OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Setting the manufacturer code for your TV, VCR or satellite tuner/cable TV on the remote control allows you to operate the
front speaker unit and your TV, VCR or satellite tuner/cable TV by remote control. Note that there are two methods for
setting the code: manual preset and auto preset.
Notes
• Remote control of some component may not be possible depending on the model and the year of make even though its manufacturer is
listed on page i (at the end of this manual).
• Depending on the model in question, some component from other manufacturers cannot be controlled, or only limited functions can be
controlled, even though the proper manufacturer code has been set. If you encounter this problem, please use the remote control supplied
with the component in question.
• Setting the manufacture code can not be performed if your component to be controlled does not support remote control operation.
Setting the Manufacturer Code
■ Using manual preset
2 Hold down SET and press c until the
transmission indicator lights.
The indicator will light.
4
Transmission
indicator
1
2
3
1 Press the remote control selector button (TV,
VCR or SAT) for which the manufacturer code
is to be set.
The signals for controlling the front speaker unit have
already been set for the S70 button so that only the
manufacturer code for the TV, VCR or SAT needs to be
set. A manufacturer code can be set for a single button
if necessary.
3 While the transmission indicator is lit, use the
numeric buttons to enter the 4-digit
manufacturer code for the component to be
controlled.
The indicator will go out.
The transmission indicator will go out, the code has
been set properly. (The code has not been set properly
if the indicator flashes and then goes out.)
Refer to page i at the end of this manual for a list of
manufacturer codes.
4 Press p and check that the component to be
controlled turns on and off.
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3,5
4
■ Using auto preset
3 Hold down SET and press c until the
transmission indicator lights.
Transmission
indicator
The indicator will light.
4 While the transmission indicator is lit, using
the numeric buttons, if you selected “TV”
under step 2, enter “0001”; if you selected
“VCR”, enter “0002”; and if you selected
“SAT”, enter “0003” for satellite tuner or “0004”
for cable TV.
The indicator will go out.
5 Hold down SET and press c until the
transmission indicator lights.
The indicator will light.
1 Turn on the power of the component (TV, VCR
or satellite tuner/cable TV) to be controlled by
the remote control.
2 Press the remote control selector button
corresponding to the component for which
auto preset is to be performed. (Press “TV” for
TV, “VCR” for VCR, and “SAT” for satellite
tuner/cable TV .)
The signals for controlling the front speaker unit have
already been set for the S70 button so that only the
manufacturer code for the TV, VCR or SAT needs to be
set. A manufacturer code can be set for a single button
if necessary.
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Transmission
indicator
6
7
6 Point the remote control at the component to
be controlled (the component turned on in
step 1) and press p repeatedly until the
component’s power turns off.
OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
7 Press the remote control selector button you
pressed in step 2.
The indicator will go out.
The transmission indicator will go out once auto preset
has been performed properly.
Note
• During step 6, if you press p about 300 times and the
transmission indicator flashes twice slowly and the component’s
power still has not turned off, this indicates that auto preset
cannot be performed for the component in question. Check that
the component to be controlled supports remote control operation.
You may also try performing manual preset.
■ Precautions when performing
preset
The transmission indicator will go out once the
manufacturer code has been set properly.
If the transmission indicator does not go out, or if it flashes
and then goes out, repeat the procedure from step 1. Pay
attention to the following points when you repeat the preset
procedure.
• Check the manufacturer code number.
• Check that the correct remote control selector button has
been selected when setting the manufacturer code.
• If more than one code is given for a manufacturer, try
entering each code in the order given.
• Remove and replace the remote control’s batteries
(complete this step within 2 minutes) and then repeat the
procedure.
If the transmission indicator flashes twice, this
indicates that you have cycled through all the codes
stored in the memory of the remote control. Up to 300
manufacturer codes (for TV) may be stored in the
memory of the remote control. Since a manufacturer
code is set by pressing p and cycling in order through
these codes, you may need to press p up to 300 times
to reach the proper code.
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Up to 120 manufacturer codes for VCR, 170 for satellite tuner and
20 for cable TV may be stored in the memory of the remote control.
Note
• If you accidentally press p too many times after the power is
turned off, you may press m the same number of times to go
through the manufacturer codes in reverse order. The correct
manufacturer code will not be set unless you do this.
■ To clear a manufacturer code
Perform the procedure “Using manual preset” described on
page 23 and enter the following codes when you reach
step 3.
• To clear the “TV” button: 0000
• To clear the “VCR” button: 0000
• To clear the “SAT” button: 0000
• To clear all buttons for “TV”, “VCR” and “SAT”: 9990
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Controlling a TV
You can control your TV by setting the corresponding manufacturer code for the remote control selector button “TV”.
Press TV .
TV power ON/OFF
Selects the next higher channel
Decreases TV volume
Selects the next lower channel
Increases TV volume
Mutes the TV
Used to select 2-digit channels
Rewinds the VCR*
Stops the VCR*
Pauses the VCR*
Selects TV input
Used to select the channel
Used to select the channel/program
Fast forwards the VCR*
Plays the VCR*
Records on the VCR*
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A VCR can be controlled using * marked buttons once the
manufacturer code for that VCR has been set for the remote control
selector button “VCR”.
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Controlling a VCR
You can control your VCR by setting the corresponding manufacturer code for the remote control selector button “VCR”.
Press VCR.
VCR power ON/OFF
Selects the next higher channel
Decreases TV volume*
Selects the next lower channel
Increases TV volume*
Mutes the TV*
Rewind
Stop
Pause
Selects TV input*
Used to select the channel
Fast forward
Play
Record
This button needs to be pressed twice in the
case of some models for the VCR to begin
recording.
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A TV can be controlled using * marked buttons once the
manufacturer code for that TV has been set for the remote control
select button “TV”.
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GLOSSARY
■ Encode/Decode
When a signal or other information is processed,
compressed and digitized, this is called encoding. Encoding
can be used to record an extremely large amount of
information on a single CD or DVD.
An encoded signal cannot be listened to directly. It must be
returned to its original state (i.e. audible sound) and this is
called decoding.
■ Sound field
Not all sound travels from the sound source directly into the
human ear, but instead reflects off of walls, ceilings and
other objects to arrive at the ear slightly delayed (early
reflection). It may also reflect repeatedly in a complicated
manner before reaching the ear (subsequent reverberation).
A human is able to perceive the size and shape of a location
based on the various sounds heard in this way. The specific
acoustic space of a particular building is called a sound
field.
■ Dolby Surround
In movie theaters and in live theaters, the spectators are
surrounded by many speakers and sound effects geared to
each scene are used to make sound move from front to back
and right to left. This gives the sound a three dimensional
feel that surrounds the entire body. Dolby Surround is used
to implement this realistic effect. Originally, the Dolby
Surround system consisted of a total of four channels: two
front channels (right and left), one center channel, and one
rear channel. Later, two-channel stereo compatibility was
added to for broadcast and video media used in the home.
The ability to easily set up a home AV system capable of
stereo reproduction is one of the biggest features of Dolby
Surround.
■ Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital consists of a total of five channels: three front
channels and two rear channels, plus a distinct LFE channel
for low frequency effect. It is therefore commonly referred
to as a 5.1 channel system. Using digital compression
technology for all 5.1 channels, Dolby Digital can be used
for completely independent audio reproduction. Dolby
Digital offers superior sound quality and a more three
dimensional surround effect in comparison to the older
Dolby Surround, which mixes four channels (three front and
one rear) into two-channel stereo and separates them using a
matrix circuit.
■ Virtual surround
We basically perceive the direction from which sounds
come to us based on the difference in time they reach the
right and left ears and differences in sound level. Virtual
technology is based on this property of the human ear. A
DSP (digital sound field processor — a form of digital
signal processing) and right and left front speakers are used
so that the listener feels like he or she is hearing sounds that
come from virtual speakers located in directions other than
just the two physical speakers. This allows the listener to
experience surround effects as if rear speakers were present
as in a five-speaker system.
■ YAMAHA DSP (Digital Sound Field
Processor)
YAMAHA technicians traveled to world famous concert
halls, opera houses and other locations just to measure
acoustical information such as the direction, intensity, band
characteristics, and delay time of reflected sounds. This
wealth of information was then put on a ROM.
Using a built-in YAMAHA DSP (digital sound field
processor) to create sound fields, this front speaker unit
allows you to freely select various sound field programs
created from this actual acoustical data so that you can
reproduce the sound field of famous halls and live houses
right in your listening room.
Movie makers design sounds for a movie so that the sound
and screen become one. Dialog is positioned right on the
screen, sound effects behind the screen, music behind that,
and surround effects wrap around the audience.
CINEMA DSP is a program for use in AV reproduction that
has evolved from YAMAHA DSP. Fusing the movie sound
decoders, Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital, with
YAMAHA DSP, allows you to reproduce the type of
surround sound field of the quality found on a dubbing stage
designed to optimize movie surround conditions. (A
dubbing stage is the final mix used to complete the final
sound design for a movie.)
By adding YAMAHA DSP processing to both the right and
left front channels and the center channel, the CINEMA
DSP program wraps the audience in a surround sound field
that not only makes dialog real, but penetrates and
surrounds the screen to give depth to sound effects and
music as well as a smooth sense of movement to sound
sources.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Be sure to investigate thoroughly before requesting repairs or after service. If it cannot be corrected, or if the problem is not
listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.
Notes
• Sometimes the unit may cease to recognize operations due to a mistaken operation or as a result of strong external noise (such as irregular
voltage due to shock of impact, excessive static electricity, or lightning strike). If this happens, first disconnect the power cord, wait about
30 seconds, re-connect the power cord, and try the desired operation again.
• When requesting repairs or after service of the YAMAHA subwoofer and rear speakers NX-SW70 (sold separately), be sure to bring along
with this unit.
■ General
SYMPTOMCHECKRefer to page
No sound output at all.
A “humming” noise is present.
The STANDBY indicator
flashes slowly.
There is noise in the tuner or
TV and the video image is
unstable.
• Is the AC power supply cord connected?
• Is the TV or VCR connected correctly?
• Is the input source selected correctly?
• Has this unit’s audio temporarily been lowered?
• Hum caused by external electromagnetic waves may be generated.
Try inverting the right-left polarity of the power cord and re-insert into
the AC outlet.
• The unit is in Auto Power Off mode.
Turn off the main power if the unit is not to be used for an extended
period of time.
• Is a tuner or TV that uses an indoor antenna located near the unit?
Use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
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10 – 12
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18
14
21
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■ When using a DSP program
SYMPTOMCHECKRefer to page
Movie dialog and other audio
is difficult to hear.
• Are you using one of the DSP programs CONCERT or SPORTS?
Select the other program.
■ When using the remote control
SYMPTOMCHECKRefer to page
The remote control does not
function properly.
Cannot control other
component.
• Are the batteries used up?
• Is the remote control pointed at the sensor?
• Is the remote control too far from or too close to the sensor?
• Is direct sunlight or other intense light (such as an inverter fluorescent
lamp) striking the sensor?
• Is another remote control being used at the same time?
• Have the batteries been inserted in the correct direction?
• Has the remote control selector button “S70” been pressed? Press “S70”
when you want to control this unit after controlling another component.
• Has the correct manufacturer code been set?
• Has the remote control selector button corresponding to the component to
be controlled been pressed?
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SPECIFICATIONS
Amplifier Section
Rated Output
Front.......................... 30 W + 30 W (1 kHz, 10% THD, 6 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ..................................... 85 dB (AUX, IHF-A)
LIST OF MANUFACTURER’S CODES
LISTES DES CODES FABRICANT
VERZEICHNIS DER HERSTELLERCODES
LISTA ÖVER TILLVERKARKODER
ELENCO DEI CODICI DEL FABBRICANTE
LISTA DE CÓDIGOS DE FABRICANTES
LIJST VAN CODES VAN FABRIKANT
TV
ADMIRAL0411, 0451, 0911,
1021, 1081
AIKO0891
AKAI0061, 0101, 0231,
1191, 1351, 1591,
1641, 1791, 1891,
1981
AKURA1331
ALBA1241, 1331, 2361
ALBIRAL1971
AMSTRAD1301, 1511
ANAM1171
ARC EN CIEL 0571
ARCAM0571, 0761
ARISTONA0751
ARTHUR MARTIN 0451, 1641
ASA0411, 0451, 0521,
0064
FILMNET0034, 0074
FOXTEL0154, 0164, 0174
FRANCE TELECOM 0024
GEC0064
G.I.0194
JERROLD0054
MOVIE TIME 0104
NSC0104
OPTUSVIS0184
PHILIPS0024
SAMSUNG0134
SCIENTIFIC A TLANT A