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POWERED STUDIO MONITOR
Owner’s Manual
POWERED SPEAKER SYSTEM
EN
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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................... 3
About this manual .................................................................................................. 3
NOTICE .................................................................................................................... 4
Included Items ........................................................................................................5
Cables ...................................................................................................................... 5
Setting Up for Superior Sound .........................................................7
Controls and Connectors ..................................................................8
Rear .......................................................................................................................... 8
Front ....................................................................................................................... 10
Connections .....................................................................................11
Connecting the speakers with the included cable ............................................ 11
Connecting to an Audio Interface .......................................................................12
Connecting to a Mixer ...........................................................................................13
Connecting to a Synthesizer or Other Electronic Musical Instrument ........... 14
Connecting to a computer ....................................................................................15
Connecting to a smartphone ...............................................................................16
Connecting headphones .......................................................................................17
Turning on the power and making sound ....................................... 18
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 20
Specifications .................................................................................. 21
Dimensions ......................................................................................22
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Frequency Response .......................................................................23
Block Diagram ................................................................................ 24
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha product. The HS4 and HS3 are compact, high-quality studio monitors that are
designed for use in music and video production.
About this manual
How the manuals are organized
The manuals that cover the HS4 and HS3 are listed below.
● Safety Guide (included with this product)
Lists the safety-related points you need to be aware of when using this product. Be sure to read through
this information before using the product, so that you use this product correctly and safely.
● Quick Start Guide (included with this product)
Explains the steps from setting up this product through playing sound, with illustrations.
● Owner’s Manual (this guide)
Explains all functions of this product. Refer to this manual if there is something about the installation or operations
in the Quick Start Guide that you didn’t understand.
The precautions and related points in this manual are categorized as follows.
WARNING
This content indicates “risk of serious injury or death.”
CAUTION
This content indicates “risk of injury.”
NOTICE
Matters that must be observed to avoid product breakdown, damage or malfunction, as well as to
prevent the loss of data and to protect the environment.
NOTE
Points of note when using this product, limitations in functionality, and supplementary information
that’s useful to know.
Keep the manuals included with this product in a place where you can refer to them whenever needed.
You can also download these manuals from the Yamaha website, so please make use of these resources as necessary.
https://download.yamaha.com/
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NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product or damage to other property, follow the notices below.
Handling and maintenance
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Do not obstruct the hole (bass reflex port) on the back of the speaker unit.
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This reduces the quality of the sound.
Do not use the product in the vicinity of a TV, radio, or other electric products.
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Otherwise, the product, TV, or radio may generate noise.
Do not expose the product to excessive dust or vibration, or extreme cold or heat, in order to prevent
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the possibility of unstable operation or damage to the internal components.
Do not install in locations where temperature changes are severe.
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Otherwise, condensation may form on the inside or the surface of the product, causing it to break or deform the wood.
Do not leave condensation on the wood; wipe immediately with a soft cloth.
If there is reason to believe that condensation might have occurred on the inside, leave the product
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for several hours without turning on the power until the condensation has completely dried out, in
order to prevent possible damage.
Do not touch the speaker driver unit, since it might cause malfunction.
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Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the product, since this might cause alteration or
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discoloration.
Clean the product with a dry and soft cloth. Do not use a chemically infused wiping cloth, chemical
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products or the like to clean this product,
as these may cause discoloration or deterioration.
Information
About functions bundled with the product
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XLR-type connectors are wired as follows (IEC60268 standard):
pin 1: ground, pin 2: hot (+), and pin 3: cold (−).
About the manuals
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The illustrations in the Owner’s Manual (this document), the Safety Guide and the Quick Start Guide are used for explanation.
The company names and product names in the Owner’s Manual (this document), the Safety Guide and the Quick Start
Guide are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
iPhone and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries.
Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
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Included Items
Speaker L ×1, R ×1 Speaker Cable ×1 Stereo Mini-to-RCA Cable ×1
Quick Start Guide ×1 Safety Guide ×1 Anti Slip Pad
Paste it on the four corners of the bottom of the speaker.
Please use when placing this product on a slippery table or platform.
Cables
You’ll need to acquire appropriate cables to connect the HS series monitor speakers to your audio interface or other
source equipment.
Short, high-quality cables
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Use high-quality cables of the shortest practical length. The longer the cable, the more chance there is that noise will
creep in to degrade your sound.
Balanced cables
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Balanced cables are more resistant to noise than unbalanced cables. If you have to use unbalanced cables because
the source equipment only has unbalanced outputs, be sure to use the shortest possible unbalanced cables.
Connectable cables
XLR type
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XLR type connectors are widely used in professional audio equipment and installations. The XLR type connectors
provided on the HS series speakers are primarily intended for use with balanced connections.
Pin 2: hot (+)
Pin 3: cold (−)
Pin 1: ground
Phone type
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Phone type connectors can be used for both unbalanced and balanced connections.
Cables fitted with TRS (tip, ring, sleeve) phone plugs are necessary for balanced connections to the HS series
speakers. The construction of TRS phone plugs is basically the same as stereo phone plugs.
For unbalanced connections, connect standard mono phone plug cables to the HS speaker phone connectors.
Pin 1: ground
Pin 3: cold (−)
Pin 2: hot (+)
TRS phone plugs Standard mono phone plugs
Tip : ho t (+)
Ring: cold (−)
Sleeve: ground
Tip : ho t (+)
Sleeve: ground
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RCA plugs
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You can use the included stereo mini-to-RCA cable. This is an unbalanced connection.
Stereo mini plugs
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Use an audio cable with stereo mini plugs.
These effectively cancel noise picked up from external sources. Balanced connections
Balanced connections
Unbalanced connections
allow for longer cable runs that would probably otherwise result in more noise being
picked up.
Commonly used to connect electronic musical instruments and guitars, etc., to amplification equipment. If your cable runs do not extend past one or two meters, unbalanced
cables can probably be used without any problems.
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Setting Up for Superior Sound
This product features two speakers: an active (with built-in amplifier) speaker L and a passive speaker R. To monitor the
sound accurately, position the L speaker angled towards your left side and the R speaker angled towards your right side.
Speaker L is marked on the rear panel as “LEFT”.
L R
60°
NOTICE
Do not set the speakers up with the front side of the baffles facing down.
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Keep the following points in mind when setting up your monitor speakers.
Position the speakers away from walls or corners
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Ideally, the speakers should be located away from walls or corners. In situations where it is not possible to position the
speakers a sufficient distance from walls or corners, the ROOM CONTROL switch can be used compensate for excessive
bass. As you move the speaker closer to walls or corners, a higher compensation setting may be required to achieve natural sounding response ([0] → [−2] → [−4]).
Position the left and right speakers symmetrically.
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The left and right speakers should be positioned as symmetrically as possible in relation to the room. In other words, the
left and right speakers should be the same distance from the rear wall and the respective left and right walls.
The optimum listening position is at the apex of an equilateral triangle.
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For the most accurate sound and balance, position yourself at the apex of an equilateral triangle formed by the left and
right speakers and yourself, with the speakers angled inward so that they’re facing you.
Position the tweeters at ear height.
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High frequencies are quite directional, so for the most accurate monitoring the speakers should be set up so that the
tweeters are at approximately the same height as your ears when you’re seated at the listening position.
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Controls and Connectors
Rear
Air blowing out of the bass reflex ports is normal, and often occurs when the speaker is handling program material with
heavy bass content.
R
L
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
The shape of the plug differs depending on your locale.
Speaker Input and Response Control
1. ROOM CONTROL switch
Adjusts the speaker’s low-frequency response. This switch can be used to compensate for exaerated low-frequency response that can be caused by reflections in some listening environments. Setting the switch to the [0]
position produces a flat frequency response. The [−2 dB] setting attenuates
the range below 500 Hz by 2 dB, and the [−4 dB] setting attenuates the range below 500 Hz by −4 dB.
2. HIGH TRIM switch
Adjusts the speaker’s high-frequency response. Setting the switch to the [0] position produces a flat frequency
response. The [+2 dB] setting boosts the range above 2 kHz by 2 dB, while the [−2 dB] setting attenuates the range
above 2 kHz by −2 dB.
3. ST MINI chassis connector
This is an unbalanced input connector used to plug in a stereo mini-plug cable. Connect your smartphone or other
device here.
4. LINE 2 (L/R) chassis connectors
These sockets are unbalanced RCA input chassis connectors (L/R). Connect devices such as a computer, MP3 player or CD player here. You can use the included stereo mini-to-RCA cable.
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5. LINE 1 (L/R) chassis connectors
These balanced input combo connectors are compatible with XLR connectors and phone plugs. Connect a linelevel synthesizer, mixer or audio interface here.
6. OUTPUT TO RIGHT SPEAKER
Connect the included speaker cable here to transmit signals from the left speaker to the right speaker.
7. [ / ] (standby/on) switch
Turns the power of this product standby/on. Flip the switch to the [ ] side to turn the power on, and flip the switch to the
[
] side to turn the power standby.
NOTICE
Flipping the [ / ] switch to standby/on repeatedly in quick succession may cause the product to malfunction. Wait at
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least five seconds after turning the switch to standby before you turn it on again.
This product features a built-in protective circuit. Excessive input signals will activate the protective circuit and shut
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down the power. If this happens, turn this switch to standby and wait at least three seconds before turning it on again.
A small amount of electrical current still flows through this product’s circuitry even after you’ve turned the [
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switch to standby (the switch being in the [
sure to unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
] position). If you are not going to use this product for a long time, make
/ ]
NOTE
There is a [
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speakers.
]/volume knob on the front panel of speaker L, which you must also turn on when you want to use the
8. Power cord
Connect this cord to an AC outlet.
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Front
L
2 1
R
1. [ ]/volume knob
This knob combines the features of a power and volume adjustment knob. Slightly turn the knob clockwise to turn the
power on.
Standby On (indicator lights up)
Volume adjustment
When the power is on, turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume, and turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease
the volume.
Power standby
When you want to turn the power to standby, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to its original position (the indicator goes dark).
NOTICE
Turning the [ ]/volume knob to standby/on repeatedly in quick succession may cause the product to malfunction.
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Wait at least five seconds after turning the power/volume knob to standby before you turn it on again.
This product features a built-in protective circuit. Excessive input signals will activate the protective circuit and shut
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down the power. If this happens, turn the power switch on the rear panel of this product off and wait at least three
seconds before turning it on again.
A small amount of electrical current still flows through this product’s circuitry, even after you’ve turned the [
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knob to standby and the indicator goes dark. If you are not going to use this product for a long time, make sure to
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
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2. Headphones socket
Connect a pair of headphones here. No sound comes out of the speakers while headphones are connected.
Connections
WARNING
Before connecting the product to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Also, before
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turning the power of all devices on or off, make sure that all volume levels are set to the minimum.
Failing to do so may result in hearing loss, electric shock, or device damage.
When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always turn on the product LAST, to avoid
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hearing loss and speaker damage. When turning the power off, the product should be turned off
FIRST for the same reason.
Connecting the speakers with the included cable
Connect the red lead to the red terminal and the black lead to the black terminal.
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Connecting to an Audio Interface
When connecting an audio interface to HS series speakers, connect the audio interface output connectors directly to
the speakers’ input connectors. Normally you’ll connect to the LINE OUT 1 and 2 (1L and 2R outputs), although that might
depend on the specific audio interface and DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) settings used.
R
L
Recommended cables
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For connection to a balanced phone chassis connector
L
R
1/4″ TRS phone cables
or
L
R
XLR-to-1/4″ TRS phone cables
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For connection to an unbalanced phone chassis connector
L
R
1/4″ Standard mono phone cables
NOTE
Refer to “Connectable cables” for more connector details. The configurations of the balanced and unbalanced phone
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chassis connectors are different.
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Connecting to a Mixer
When connecting a mixer to HS series speakers, connect the mixer’s MONITOR OUT or C-R OUT (Control Room) connectors directly to the speakers’ input connectors. This makes it possible to control the monitor level independently from
the mixer’s main bus level.
L
R
Recommended cables
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For connection to a balanced XLR chassis connector
L
R
XLR cables
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For connection to a balanced phone chassis connector
L
R
1/4″ TRS phone cables
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For connection to an unbalanced phone chassis connector
L
R
1/4″ Standard mono phone cables
NOTE
Refer to “Connectable cables” for more connector details. The configurations of the balanced and unbalanced phone
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chassis connectors are different.
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Connecting to a Synthesizer or
Other Electronic Musical Instrument
When connecting an electronic musical instrument to the HS series speakers, connect the instrument’s L/MONO and R
outputs to the HS speaker inputs.
L
R
Recommended cables
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For connection to an unbalanced phone chassis connector
L
R
1/4″ Standard mono phone cables
NOTE
Refer to “Connectable cables” for more connector details. The configurations of the balanced and unbalanced phone
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chassis connectors are different.
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Connecting to a computer
Use the included stereo mini-to-RCA cable to connect the headphones output connector on your computer to the RCA
connectors on this product.
R
L
Use a commercially available stereo mini-plug cable to connect the headphones output connector on your computer to
the ST MINI connector on this product.
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Connecting to a smartphone
Use the included stereo mini-to-RCA cable to connect the earphone connector on your smartphone to the RCA connectors on this product.
R
L
Use a commercially available stereo mini-plug cable to connect the earphone connector on your smartphone to the ST
MINI connector on this product.
NOTE
For smartphones running Android with a USB-C port for audio input/output, use a USB-C to 3.5 mm four-conductor
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earphone jack adapter cable. For iPhones with a Lightning connector, use a Lightning-3.5 mm headphone jack adapter.
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Connecting headphones
Connect a pair of headphones features a stereo mini-plug cable.
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Turning on the power and making sound
Once you’ve set up the speakers, make the settings by following the steps below.
Before connecting this product, make sure that all the devices connected to this product are
1.
turned off.
StandbyStandby
Turn the output level of the connected devices (such as audio interfaces) down to minimum.
2.
Connect speakers L and R with the included speaker cable.
3.
CAUTION
You can also use a commercially available speaker cable, but make sure that the cable is designed only for use
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with speakers. Using other kinds of cables may cause a fire.
Connect any external devices, and plug in the power cord of this product.
4.
Set the ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM switches on this product to 0 db.
5.
Turn on the power of your connected devices, and then turn this product on (first the rear switch
6.
and then the front knob).
The power/volume knob on the front panel turns the speakers on when you slightly turn the knob clockwise, and
the indicator lights up.
On On (indicator lights up)
WARNING
When turning the power off, turn off the power of this product (first the front knob and then the rear switch), and
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then turn off any connected devices.
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Adjust the volume.
7.
The [ ]/volume knob on the front panel is also used to adjust the volume. Turn this knob in either direction while
the indicator is lit to adjust the volume. In this example, turn the knob to the 12-o’clock position.
Output a signal from the connected device and gradually increase the level.
8.
NOTICE
Be careful not to suddenly apply an excessively loud signal to the system. Excessive level can damage the
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speakers.
Set the knob to a level that’s comfortable to listen at for an extended period of time.
9.
NOTE
Change the ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM switch settings as necessary.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
The speakers do not turn
on, or the front panel
indicator does not light
up.
No sound.
The sound is noisy or
distorted.
The power cord might not be connected properly.
The power switch might not be
turned on.
One or more cables might not be
connected properly.
No signal output is received from
external devices.
The level setting might be too low.
One or more cables might be corroded, shorted or otherwise broken.
The speakers might be picking up
external noise.
Connect the power cord properly.
Turn the power switch and knob on
(first the rear switch and then the
front knob). If the power still does not
turn on, contact your Yamaha dealer.
Connect the cables properly.
Make sure that the external devices
are outputting signals.
Raise the output level from the external devices.
Replace any faulty cables.
Try changing the position or layout of
the cables.
Try changing the location of other
devices near the speakers.
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Specifications
0dBu is referenced to 0.775Vrms
HS4 HS3
General Specifications
System Type 2-way Powered speaker
Frequency Response (−3 dB) 83 Hz - 20 kHz 85 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency Response (−10 dB) 60 Hz - 22 kHz 70 Hz - 22 kHz
Crossover Frequency 2.3 kHz 3.2 kHz
Maximum Output Level (Measured peak, IEC noise@1m) 102 dB SPL 100 dB SPL
Dimensions
(W×H×D)
Weight
Input Connector
Output Connector L Side
Speaker section
Enclosure Bass-reflex type, Material: MDF
Speaker Components
Nominal Impedance 6 Ω
Amplifier section
Maximum Output
Input Impedance LINE 1 (COMBO): 20 kΩ, LINE 2 (RCA, ST Mini): 10 kΩ
Input Sensitivity (Volume: Maximum) LINE 1 (COMBO): +4 dBu, LINE 2 (RCA, ST Mini): −10 dBu
Maximum Input LINE 1 (COMBO): +20 dBu, LINE 2 (RCA, ST Mini): +6 dBu
Input Connectors
Controls
Indicator Power ON (White LED)
Power Requirements (*) Depending on area of purchase; 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 15 W
Accessories
Included in the package
L Side 150×240×213 mm 132×223×189 mm
R Side 150×240×203 mm 132×223×177 mm
L Side 3.7 kg 2.8 kg
R Side 3.1 kg 2.1 kg
COMBO (XLR/TRS Phone) ×2
L Side
R Side Speaker Input
HF: 1" Dome HF: 0.75" Dome
LF: 4.5" Cone LF: 3.5" Cone
Dynamic, RL=6 Ω 26 W + 26 W
THD 0.1%, 1kHz, RL=6 Ω 20 W + 20 W
LINE 1: COMBO (XLR/TRS PHONE)
LINE 2: RCA, Stereo Mini
ROOM CONTROL SWITCH 0/−2/−4 dB under 500 Hz
HIGH TRIM SWITCH +2/0/−2 dB above 2 kHz
Stereo Mini - RCA Cable 1.5 m
RCA ×2
Stereo Mini
Headphone
Speaker Output
Front: Volume
Speaker Cable 2.5 m
Anti Slip Pad
Quick Start Guide
Safety Guide
* While this product will work at a voltage of between 100 V to 240 V, as limiter settings vary depending on the supply voltage, make sure to use this
product at the supply voltage indicated on the rear panel of this product.
The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date.
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Dimensions
HS4 RightHS4 Left
150 mm 213 mm 203 mm
240 mm
150 mm
240 mm
HS3 RightHS3 Left
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132 mm
223 mm
189 mm
132 mm
177 mm
223 mm
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Frequency Response
HS4
10
0
-10
-20
Response (dB)
-30
HS3
-40
10
Frequency (Hz)
10
0
-10
-20
Response (dB)
-30
-40
10
100001000100
100001000100
Frequency (Hz)
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Block Diagram
LINE 1
LEFT CH
LEVEL
LOW CUT
ROOM CONTROL
HIGH TRIM
HEADPHONE AMP
EQUALIZER POWER AMP
DETECTION
HEADPHONE
HEADPHONE
LOW CUT
HF
RIGHT CH
LINE 2
LEFT CH
RIGHT CH
ST-MINI
LEVEL
LOW CUT
0dB
-2dB
-4dB
ROOM CONTROL
0dB
-2dB
-4dB
+2dB
0dB
-2dB
+2dB
0dB
-2dB
HIGH TRIM
EQUALIZER
MUTE
CONNECTED BY
SPEAKER CABLE
HIGH CUT
RIGHT CABINET
LOW CUT
HIGH CUT
LF
HF
LF
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Published 11/2023
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