Yamaha PA2120 Owners Manual

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Connections Appendix

POWER AMPLIFIER

Owner’s Manual

First, please carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on the reverse side.

Thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha PA2120 power amplifie . Please read through this manual
carefully before beginning use, so that you will be able to take full advantage of the device’s various
functions. After you have read the manual, keep it in a safe place.

• The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only.

• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.

Features

• Complies with the ENERGY STAR international standard for energy efficient p oducts.

• Supports both high-impedance and low-impedance speaker connections.

• Source and volume zoning capability for two zones in mono connection.

• Equipped with an auto-wake function that turns the power on after detecting an input signal when in
standby mode.

• Able to be remotely controlled by connecting a DCP series control panel.

• Built-in “Speaker EQ” that allows for tuning the sound quality to be perfect for use with Yamaha speakers.

Accessories (Please confirm that all items are included)

• Power cord

• Euroblock plugs (6-pin x 1, 3-pin x 1, both with a 3.5mm pitch)

• Technical Specifications (English only): includes block diagrams, dimensions, and input/output
specifications

• Owner’s Manual (this sheet)

ENERGY STAR Certification

This device complies with the ENERGY STAR international standard for energy efficient
products.
It automatically enters into standby mode when no input signal is detected for 25
minutes in order to save power while not in use.
In addition, a highly efficient amplifier c cuitry design has been adopted to reduce
energy consumption while the device is in use.

Attaching Euroblock Plugs

Example (connection to the [REMOTE] connector)

Loosen

Slotted
screwdriver

Terminal
screw

NOTE • You must use the supplied Euroblock plugs. If the plugs have been lost, please contact your Yamaha dealer.

1
2
3
4

Euroblock plug

• To prepare the cable for attachment to a Euroblock connector, strip the wire as shown in the illustration using
stranded wire to make connections. With a Euroblock connection, stranded wires may be prone to breakage
because of metal fatigue due to the weight of the cable or due to vibration. When rack mounting your device,
use a lacing bar when possible to bundle and fasten the cables.

• Do not tin (solder) the exposed end.

Loosen terminal screws.

Insert cables.

Securely tighten terminal screws.

Insert the Euroblock plug into a terminal of this device.

Approx. 5 mm

(approx. 0.2”)

Tighten

Connecting Speaker Cables

The [SPEAKERS] output connectors on the rear panel are barrier strip type connectors. The connections
are described below for two methods: using a spade lug and using a bare conductor.

Caution

• Ensure that load is not applied to the speaker cable.

• This device uses a BTL (Balanced Transformer-Less) connection method for the amplifier output. As the amplifier output
is sent to the positive and negative connectors, any contact with other terminals or the device chassis may lead to
malfunction.

NOTE Connect the cables so that the amplifiers “+” and “-” symbols match those of the speaker. If they are reversed, the

phase will be reversed and the sound will not be output correctly.

When using a spade lug

Loosen the screw, insert the spade lug all
the way from below, and tighten the screw.

When using a bare conductor

Loosen the screw, wrap the conductor wire around the
barrier strip terminal, and tighten the screw. Be sure that
the bare wire does not touch the chassis.

Speaker cable

Connecting a Control Panel

Connecting Yamaha Digital Control Panel (DCP1V4S, DCP4S, DCP4V4S) to PA2120 enables you to control
the volume r
PA2120 to the last control panel must not exceed 800 meters in the case of 24AWG.

NOTE

Precautions when connecting two control panels:

• Connect them in a daisy-chain configuration

• Set the panel IDs separately. (0 or 1)

• Set the second control panel DIP switch 4 to ON. (termination setting)
This setting is only for the second device when connecting two devices.

• Ensure that the total Ethernet cable length does not exceed 800 meters in the case of 24AWG.

1ON2 3 4

PA2120 rear panel

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DCP1V4S

Volume control Encoder operation target: SPEAKER A Encoder operation target: SPEAKER B

DCP4S

Volume up: SPEAKER A

emotely. You can connect up to two control panels. The total length of the cables from the

When connecting control panels via DCH8, the total length of the cables to the final cont ol panel must be less than

200m (according to DCH8 specifications). If you need a longer connection, we ecommend not using the DCH8,
but connecting the devices in a daisy-chain configuration

Panel ID setting for control panel

1

0

1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 341 2 351 2 361 2 3

RJ-45

1 2 321 2 3

Ethernet straight cable
(CAT5e or more; 800m or
less (24AWG))

3

7

Rear panel Rear panel

Sets the panel ID Sets the panel ID

Yamaha Digital Control Panel

Set the DIP switch 4 to
ON (termination setting).
(The second control

1ON2 3 41ON2 3 4

panel only if connecting
two devices.)

Functions Operated Via the Control Panel

Encoder Switch 3 Switch 4

Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4

Volume down: SPEAKER A Volume up: SPEAKER B Volume down: SPEAKER B

High-Impedance and Low-Impedance Connections

For a high-impedance connection, a speaker transformer that raises the impedance to several hundred or
thousand ohms is added to the speaker system. This allows the speaker system to be effectively driven with
much lower current than is required for a low-impedance connection. Therefore, a large number of speaker
systems can be connected. Even over long distances, there is very little transmission loss due to the cable
resistance being negligible in relation to the impedance of the speaker system. High-impedance speaker
connections usually operate at a specific maximum power amplifier voltage of 100 or 70 volt
The more orthodox low-impedance connection does not use a speaker transformer. The speaker systems
are directly connected to the power amplifier with a rated impedance generally a ound 4 - 16 ohms. For
short distances over which cable resistance is insignificant, low-impedance connections deliver a sound
quality that is superior to high-impedance connections.
The differences between connection methods are explained as follows.

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Multiple Speaker System Drive Capability

High-Impedance Connections

As long as the total nominal power input rating for all speakers is within the power output capability
of the amplifie , any number of speaker systems can be connected in parallel. The power input rating
is determined by the speaker systems and speaker transformers used. It is also possible to connect
speaker systems that have different input power ratings. In the case of speaker systems that are capable
of changing their input power rating (Yamaha VXC and VXS series, etc.), this can be utilized to vary the
volume of each speaker.

Speaker transformer

70V/100V

10W 10W 10W 10W 10W

Low-Impedance Connections

When connecting multiple low-impedance speaker systems to a single channel, the following methods are
possible.

Parallel Connection

When multiple speaker systems having the same impedance are connected in parallel, the total impedance
becomes the individual speaker system impedance divided by the number of systems connected.

4Ω

Total impedance = 4Ω

Cannot be connected

8Ω8Ω8Ω

Auto-Standby and Auto-Wake Functions

To reduce energy consumption, this device enters into standby mode when no input signal is detected for
25 minutes.
It is also equipped with an auto-wake function that automatically turns the power on when an input signal
is detected while in standby mode. Even when the device has been put into standby mode by the auto­standby function, any microphone or BGM audio input will restore the power.
The auto-wake function is turned on by default. The auto-wake function can be turned on or off by changing
the rear panel [SETUP] DIP switch setting. (Refer to “Controls and Functions.”)

Setup Example

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When multiple speakers are connected to the two zones:
(MODE: MONO)

DCP

(for zone A)

BMG source

DCP

(for zone B)

Zone A: 15W x 6 = 90W

Zone B: 7.5W x 10 = 75W

Wire

≥3.2mm
(≥ 0.13”)

≤5.8mm
(≤0.23”)

15mm

*

(0.6”)

* Actual size

should not
touch the
chassis.

Connecting External Devices

Connect a BGM (background music) tuner, a CD player, a portable audio player, etc. to the stereo input
jacks of this device. After finishing all connections, connect the power co d to an AC outlet.

Warning

When connecting the power cord to an AC outlet, an input signal will turn on the power of this device by the auto-wake
function. To avoid unexpected loud sounds, be sure to connect microphones and external devices with the power off
status.

RCA

Euroblock

PA2120 rear panel

NOTE Refer to “Attaching Euroblock Plugs” for Euroblock plug installation.

DCP4V4S

Encoder 3 Encoder 4

Volume control: SPEAKER A Volume control: SPEAKER B

NOTE • Controls not listed here will not work.

• Settings by using control panels will be retained even if the control panels have been disconnected.

Using the [REMOTE] Connector (Euroblock 3-pin)

You can connect switches to the rear panel [REMOTE] connector, and use them to remotely mute/unmute all
channels, or switch the power standby/on status.
From the left, the [REMOTE] connector consists of M (mute all), S (standby), and G (ground) pins.
The [REMOTE] connector uses a Euroblock plug. For details on how to connect Euroblock plugs, refer to
“Attaching Euroblock Plugs.”

Muting/unmuting all channels

Turning mute on Turning mute off Switching the power to standby Turning the power on

NOTE • When the device is put into standby mode via the [REMOTE] connector, it is not possible to turn the power back

on by pressing the [z] button on the front panel, or by the auto-wake function with input signal detection. The
power can only be turned on via the [REMOTE] connector.

• When the device is put into mute mode via the [REMOTE] connector, the [z] button will flash in green.

Switching the power standby/on status

Serial Connection

When connected in series, the total impedance is simply the sum of the impedances of the speaker
systems connected. However, if one speaker system happens to fail, the electrical signal will not be passed
on and subsequent speaker systems will be affected.

4Ω

Interruption

4Ω

Failure

No sound

Total impedance = 8Ω

Precautions for Rack Mounting

This unit is rated for operation at ambient temperatures ranging from 0 to 40 degrees Celsius. When
mounting the unit with other PA2120 unit(s) or other device(s) in an EIA standard equipment rack, internal
temperatures can exceed the specified upper limit, esulting in impaired performance or failure. When rack
mounting the unit, always observe the following requirements to avoid heat buildup:

• When mounting the unit in a rack with devices such as power amplifiers that generate a significan
amount of heat, leave more than 1U of space between the PA2120 and other equipment. Also either
leave the open spaces uncovered or install appropriate ventilating panels to minimize the possibility of
heat buildup.

• To ensure sufficient ai flo , leave the rear of the rack open and position it at least 10 centimeters from
walls or other surfaces. If the rear of the rack can’t be left open, install a commercially available fan or
similar ventilating option to secure sufficient ai flo . If you’ve installed a fan kit, there may be cases in
which closing the rear of the rack will produce a greater cooling effect. Refer to the rack and/or fan unit
manual for details.

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When two-channel stereo is used:
(MODE: STEREO)

BMG source DCP 120W x 2 (two-channel stereo)

Output Power
(20msec Burst,
THD+N=1%)

Amplier type (Output circuitry) Class D
THD+N LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,

AMP MODE = 3Ω 100W x 2ch
AMP MODE = 4Ω 120W x 2ch
AMP MODE = 8Ω 100W x 2ch
AMP MODE = 70V/120W 120W x 2ch
AMP MODE = 100V/120W 120W x 2ch
AMP MODE = 70V/200W 200W x 1ch
AMP MODE = 100V/200W 200W x 1ch

≤

Half power@1kHz
AMP MODE = 3Ω, 4Ω, 8Ω
LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,
Half power@1kHz
AMP MODE = 70V, 100V/120W
LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,
Half power@1kHz
AMP MODE = 70V, 100V/200W

0.2%

≤

0.2%

≤

0.2%

Specifications

Frequency Response LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,

AC Power Requirement 100V, 120V, 230V-240V 50Hz/60Hz (*1)

*1 It has confi med that it is working with ± 10% of the voltage of the rated supply voltage.

Power Consumption Standby, default setting

ENERGY STAR • It automatically enters into standby mode when no input

1

50Hz to 20kHz@1W
AMP MODE = 3Ω, 4Ω, 8Ω
LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,
90Hz to 20kHz@1W
AMP MODE = 70V, 100V/120W
LINE IN to SPEAKER OUT,
90Hz to 20kHz@1W
AMP MODE = 70V, 100V/200W
LINE to THRU OUT,
20Hz-20kHz

AMP MODE = All
Idle
AMP MODE = 3Ω, 4Ω, 8Ω
Idle
AMP MODE = 70V, 100V
1/8 Output, Pink noise
AMP MODE = 4Ω
1/8 Output, Pink noise
AMP MODE = 70V/120W

0dB, -3.0dB, +1.0dB

0dB, -3.0dB, +1.0dB

0dB, -3.0dB, +1.0dB

0dB, -2.5dB, +1.0dB

≤

1W

15W

20W

60W

60W

signal is detected for 25 minutes in order to save power
while not in use.

• Amplifier e ficiency: 44% and mo e.

• Less than 1W in standby.

Operating temperature 0°C to +40°C
Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions (W x H x D, not including knob) 480 x 44 x 351mm (18.90 x 1.73 x 13.82 inch)
Net Weight 4.8kg
Included Accessories AC power cord (2.0m) x1,

3.5mm Euroblock plug (6pin) x1,

3.5mm Euroblock plug (3pin) x1,
Owner’s Manual x1,

Technical Specifications x

Optional accessories Digital Control Panel

(DCP1V4S-US/EU, DCP4V4S-US/EU, DCP4S-US/EU)

* The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the printing date. Since amaha makes continuous

improvements to the product, this manual may not apply to the specifications of your pa ticular product. To obtain the
latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. Since specifications, equipment or separatel
sold accessories may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer.

European models
Purchaser/User Information specified in EN55103-2:2009
Conforms to Environments: E1, E2, E3 and E4

Controls and Functions

Front Panel Rear Panel

1

[z] button (Standby/On)

Switches the device mode between standby and on.
On: Press the [z] button when in standby mode. The button lights in green
to indicate that the device is on.
Standby: Press and hold the [z] button for at least one second when the
device is on. The button lights in orange to indicate that the device is in
standby mode.
The button lights in lime green for a few seconds while the status is
switched between on and standby.

NOTE

• The device automatically enters standby mode when no input signal
is detected for 25 minutes. The rear panel DIP switch can be set to
enable the auto-wake function that turns the power on upon detecting
an input signal.

• Rapidly turning the unit on and off in succession can cause it to
malfunction. After turning the unit off, wait for about 6 seconds before
turning it on again.

2

[VOLUME A] and [VOLUME B] knobs

Used to adjust [SPEAKER A] and [SPEAKER B] output levels.

3

[BASS] and [TREBLE] controls

Two-band equalizer used to adjust the tone of the output signal to
[SPEAKER A] and [SPEAKER B].
They can be adjusted with a tool such as a screwdriver.

4

[SIG] indicator

Lights up when the output signal to [SPEAKER A] or [SPEAKER B] is

-42dBFS (42dB lower than the maximum output) or higher.

5

[LIMIT] indicator

Lights up when the limiter that prevents excessive output to [SPEAKER A]
and [SPEAKER B] compresses the signal more than 3dB. Adjust the input
and output levels as LIMIT indicators do not light.

6

AC IN connector

Connect the supplied power cord.

Caution

• When connecting the power cord, connect the power cord to the connector
and then plug it into an appropriate AC power outlet.

• Before connecting or disconnecting the power cord, make sure that the
device power is in standby mode.

7

[SETUP] DIP switches

Set the following functions of the device. The setting change will be applied
after carrying out a power cycle by pressing the [z] button on the front
panel.
DIP switch setting combinations are shown as follows.

DIP switch 1: Panel lock

Set whether to lock knobs and controls on the panel.

1 Setting

Panel lock off (controls are enabled)

Panel lock on (controls are disabled)

DIP switches 3/ 4: Auto-wake

Enable the function where the device automatically turns on from standby
mode upon detection of an input signal.

3 4 Setting

Auto-wake function on

Auto-wake function on. Only when the system is switched from
AC off to standby mode due to insertion of the AC plug, or put
into standby mode by the auto-standby function.

Auto-wake function off

NOTE The auto-wake function is completely disabled if the device has been put

into standby mode through operation via the [REMOTE] connector.

4 5 4 5

8 A D

2 3 2 3 1 6 7 9 0 B

DIP switch 5: A - B volume link

Sets whether SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B volume is linked. When linked,
the volume for both speakers can be controlled with the [VOLUME A] knob.

5 Setting

Link off (SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B volume levels are independently
controlled)

Link on (SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B volume levels are both controlled
via the [VOLUME A] knob)

DIP switch 8: DCP setup

When turning on the power, this sets whether resuming the settings of
connected control panels or initializing.

8 Setting

Resume (keeps the previous settings)

Initialize (initializes the settings when turning on the power)

NOTE [SETUP] DIP switches other than the ones described above are not used.

8

[SPEAKERS] output terminals

Barrier strip type speaker output connectors. Output connectors A and
B are available. Refer to “Connecting Speaker Cables” for the installation
instructions.

9

[SPEAKER A] and [SPEAKER B] DIP switches

Sets the amplifier mode and speaker EQ to match the type of speakers
that are connected. The setting change will be applied after carrying out a
power cycle by pressing the [z] button on the front panel.
DIP switch setting combinations are shown as follows.

DIP switches 1, 2, and 3: Amplier mode setup

Sets the amplifier output power and impedance

NOTICE

If the DIP switch settings do not match the actual speaker impedance or input
power rating, the device may have poor performance, and it may even lead
to malfunction or sound dropout. Always ensure that appropriate settings are
chosen.

1 2 3 Setting

Amplifier output 120W, High-impedance 100V

Amplifier output 120W, High-impedance 70V

Amplifier output 200W, High-impedance 100V, Output
only from [SPEAKERS] output terminal A

Amplifier output 200W, High-impedance 70V, Output
only from [SPEAKERS] output terminal A

Amplifier output 100W, Low-impedance 8Ω or more

Amplifier output 120W, Low-impedance from 4Ω to less
than 8Ω

Amplifier output 100W, Low-impedance from 3Ω to less
than 4Ω

Output muted

0

A

B

C

D

C

DIP switches 4, 5, and 6: Speaker EQ

Sets the speaker EQ that corrects the output signal to match the type of
speakers that are connected.

4 5 6 Setting

Off

High pass filter 150Hz

Low pass filter 150Hz

Low pass filter 200Hz

Frequency correction tailored for Yamaha VXS series
speakers

Frequency correction tailored for the Yamaha VXS10S/
VXS10ST subwoofer (45–150 Hz)

Frequency correction tailored for Yamaha VXC series
speakers

[DCP] connector

Allows you to connect up to two DCP1V4S, DCP4S, or DCP4V4S Yamaha
Digital Control Panels.
For more information regarding the connection method, refer to
“Connecting a Control Panel.”

[REMOTE] connector

A Euroblock 3-pin plug can be inserted to remotely carry out control such
as muting all channels or putting the device in and out of standby mode.
For more information, refer to “Using the [REMOTE] Connector (Euroblock
3-pin).”

[THRU OUT] jacks

RCA type line output jacks (unbalanced output). Output jacks A and B are
available. The unaltered audio signal input from the [INPUT] connectors is
output at the line level. These jacks can be used to connect an additional
amplifier when the number of speakers is too much for this device to
handle alone.

[INPUT] jacks/connectors

RCA type and Euroblock 3-pin line input jacks/connectors (RCA:
unbalanced; Euroblock 3-pin: balanced). Two channels (A and B) are
available. Connect the line output connector of an external device.

[MODE] switch

Sets the method in which input signals from [INPUT A] and [INPUT B] are
sent as output to the [SPEAKERS] output terminals.

Switch INPUT A output destination INPUT B output destination

STEREO A B

MONO

PARALLEL A and B Muted

Output to A and B with INPUT A and INPUT B signals mixed

as mono

Troubleshooting

Symptom Cause Solution

The power does not turn on. The power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord.

The protection function of the device is activated. Pull out the power cord to turn off the power, and make sure the connection is secure. Wait several minutes, and

The [S] and [G] pins of [REMOTE] connector are shorted. Use the controller connected to the [REMOTE] connector to turn on the power.

The power turns off. The auto-power-off function has activated. When there is no input signal for 25 minutes, the system automatically switches to standby mode. This function

The power automatically turns on. The auto-wake function has activated. The auto-wake function is turned on by default. If you wish to turn it off, set [SETUP] DIP switches 3 and 4 to their

No sound is heard. The volume is lowered too much with the [VOLUME A] or [VOLUME B] knobs. Turn the applicable knob to the right.

No audio signal is being input. Check the output signal from an external device that has been connected.
Zone selection is not appropriate. Check the [MODE] switch setting of [INPUT].
Zone B is being used while the amplifier output is set to 200W. When the amplifier output is set to 200W, there is no signal output from zone B.
The settings via a control panel are retained.

The volume is low. The device is set to low-impedance connection; however, speakers with high-

impedance input have been connected.

The sound is distorted. The input level from an external device is too high. Adjust the output level of the external device.

The EQ level is too high. Use a tool such as a screwdriver to adjust the [BASS] and [TREBLE] controls on the front panel.

The setting does not change even when turning the

The panel is locked.

[VOLUME] knob.
The stereo source connected to the INPUT is not

The [MODE] switch is not set to STEREO. Set the [MODE] switch to STEREO.

providing a valid stereo signal.
The stereo source connected to the INPUT is not

The [MODE] switch is not set to MONO. Set the [MODE] switch to MONO.

being played correctly in each zone.
DIP switch settings are not applied to the device.

The sound drops out, and the [z] button and
[LIMIT] indicator flash three times.

The [z] button has not been used to turn the device on. Changes to DIP switch settings are only applied after the device has been turned on by the [z] button. They are

The device is set to high-impedance connection; however, speakers with low­impedance input have been connected or too many speakers are connected.

When the device is set to low-impedance connection, the total impedance of the
connected speakers is less than the impedance setting of this device.

The speaker cable is shorted. Inspect the connection of the speaker cables.

The [z] button and [LIMIT] indicator continue to

The internal temperature of the device is extremely high. Pull out the power cord, leave the device at a well-ventilated place, and turn the device back on several minutes

flash. The sound goes off.

Heat dissipation slits are covered or the device is placed in a confined place with
poor ventilation.

The device settings do not match speaker impedance. The protection function of the device is activated. Match the impedance settings of this device and the

Loud sound that exceeds the performance specifications of the device is continually
generated.

• Refer also to the Yamaha Pro Audio website that provides a FAQ (a list of frequently asked questions, with answers).
http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

• If taking the above steps does not solve the problem, contact your Yamaha dealer for repair.

then turn on the power again. Be sure to install the device in a location not subject to high temperatures, such as
a shaded, well-ventilated place.

cannot be disabled.

downward positions while the system is in standby mode. Then, turn the power on by the [z] button.

To initialize the settings, switch the [SETUP] DIP switch 8 to the downward position, then use the [z] button to
reset the device.

Match the impedance settings of this device and the connected speakers.

To turn off the panel lock, switch all [SETUP] DIP switches 1 and 2 to the upward position, then use the [z]
button to reset the device.

not applied if the power is turned on by the auto-power-on function, or by control via the [REMOTE] connector.
Use the [z] button on the front panel to turn the device on.

Match the impedance setting and the input rating setting of this device and the speakers.

Match the impedance settings of this device and the connected speakers.

later.
The protection function of the device is activated. Check the installation location and surrounding environment. Be

sure to install the device in a location not subject to high temperatures, such as a shaded, well-ventilated place.

connected speakers.
Lower the volume.

PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE
PROCEEDING

Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid
the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical
shock, short-circuiting, damages, re or other hazards. These
precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/power cord

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as
heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise
damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a
position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything
over it.

• Only use the voltage specified as cor ect for the device. The
required voltage is printed on the name plate of the device.

• Use only the supplied power cord/plug.
If you intend to use the device in an area other than in the
one you purchased, the included power cord may not be
compatible. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or
dust which may have accumulated on it.

• When setting up the device, make sure that the AC outlet you
are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction
occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect
the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned
off, as long as the power cord is not unplugged from the wall
AC outlet, the device will not be disconnected from the power
source. When installing in a rack, connect an AC power strip to
make power on/off operations easier and more convenient.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not
to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical
storms.

• Be sure to connect to an appropriate outlet with a protective
grounding connection. Improper grounding can result in
electrical shock, damage to the device(s), or even fi e.

Do not open

• This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not
open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal
parts or modify them in any way. If it should appear to be
malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it
inspected by qualified amaha service personnel.

Water warning

• Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp
or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases,
bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any
openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the device,
turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet. Then have the device inspected by qualified
Yamaha service personnel.

• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

Hearing loss

• Avoid setting all equalizer controls and volume controls to
their maximum. Depending on the condition of the connected
devices, doing so may result in feedback that can cause
hearing loss and damage the speakers.

• Do not use speakers for a long period of time at a high or
uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent
hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in
the ears, consult a physician.

• When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always
turn on the device LAST, to avoid hearing loss and speaker
damage. When turning the power off, the device should be
turned off FIRST for the same reason.

Fire warning

• Do not place any burning items or open flames near the
device, since they may cause a fi e.

If you notice any abnormality

• If any of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the
power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet.
– The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
– Unusual smells or smoke are emitted.
– Some object has been dropped into the device.
– There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the device.
– Cracks or other visible damage appear on the device.
Then have the device inspected or repaired by qualified
Yamaha service personnel.

• If this device should be dropped or damaged, immediately
turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from
the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualified amaha
service personnel.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the
possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to
the device or other property. These precautions include, but
are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/power cord

• When removing the electric plug from the device or an outlet,
always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord
can damage it.

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions
contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements.
Modifications not exp essly approved by Yamaha may void
your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT:

When connecting this product to accessories and/or
another product use only high quality shielded cables.
Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all
installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could
void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE:

This product has been tested and found to comply with the
requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class
“B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements
provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use
of this product in a residential environment will not result
in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This
equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not
installed and used according to the instructions found in
the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the
operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC
regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur
in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of
interference, which can be determined by turning the unit
“OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using
one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being
affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient
the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead,
change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of
America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe
Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.

2

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

(class B)

Location

• Do not place the device in an unstable position where it might
accidentally fall over and cause injuries.

• Do not block the vents. This device has ventilation holes at the
top/sides to prevent the internal temperature from becoming
too high. In particular, do not place the device on its side or
upside down. Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating,
possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even fi e.

• When attempting to dissipate heat on the device, when
installing it:
– Do not cover it with any cloth.
– Do not install it on a carpet or rug.
– Make sure the top surface faces up; do not install on its

sides or upside down.

– Do not use the device in a confined, poorly-ventilated

location.
Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating, possibly
causing damage to the device(s), or even fi e. Make sure that
there is adequate space around the device: at least 10cm
above, 10cm at the sides and 10cm behind.

• Do not place the device in a location where it may come into
contact with corrosive gases or salt air. Doing so may result in
malfunction.

• Before moving the device, remove all connected cables.

• If the device is mounted in an EIA standard rack, carefully
read the section “Precautions for Rack Mounting” on page

1. Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating, possibly
causing damage to the device(s), malfunction, or even fi e.

Connections

• Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the
power for all devices. Also, before 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 electric shock,
hearing loss, or equipment damage.

• Use only speaker cables for connecting speakers to the
speaker jacks. Use of other types of cables may result in fi e.

Maintenance

• Remove the power plug from the AC outlet when cleaning the
device.

Handling caution

• Do not touch or carry this device until it returns to normal
temperature, if the device has become excessively hot during
use or after using immediately. Prolonged contact may cause
low-temperature burns.

• Do not insert your fingers or hands in any gaps or openings on
the device (vents, panel, etc.).

• Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic,
metal, etc.) into any gaps or openings on the device (vents,
panel, etc.) If this happens, immediately turn off the power
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and have the device
inspected by qualified amaha service personnel.

• Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects
on it, and avoid use excessive force on the buttons, switches
or connectors to prevent injuries.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by
improper use or modifications to the device

NOTICE

To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product,
damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices
below.

Handling and maintenance

• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, AV
equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise,
the device, TV, or radio may generate noise.

• Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibration, or
extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater,
or in a car during the day), in order to prevent the possibility
of panel disfiguration, unstable operation, or damage to the
internal components.

• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device,
since this might discolor the panel.

• When cleaning the device, use a dry and soft cloth. Do not
use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical
impregnated wiping cloths.

• Condensation can occur in the device due to rapid, drastic
changes in ambient temperature—when the device is moved
from one location to another, or air conditioning is turned
on or off, for example. Using the device while condensation
is present can cause damage. If there is reason to believe
that condensation might have occurred, leave the device
for several hours without turning on the power until the
condensation has completely dried out.

• Do not use this device for any purpose other than driving
loudspeakers.

• Always turn the power off when the device is not in use.

• Even when the [(z)] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status
(power lamp is off/ display is off), electricity is still flowing to
the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using
the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power
cord from the wall AC outlet.

Information

About this manual

• The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional
purposes only.

• The company names and product names in this manual are
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.

OBSERVERA!

Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så
länge som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva
apparaten har stängts av.

ADVARSEL: Netspændingen til dette apparat er IKKE
afbrudt, sålænge netledningen sidder i en stikkontakt, som er
tændt — også selvom der er slukket på apparatets afbryder.

VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita
koko laitetta verkosta.

(standby)

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

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 GREEN-and-YELLOW must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol
GREEN-and-YELLOW.

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.

In Finland: Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla
varustettuun pistorasiaan.
In Norway: Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.
In Sweden: Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주로 가정에서
사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수
있습니다.

Connecting the Plug and Cord

GREEN-AND-YELLOW : EARTH
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE

or colored GREEN or

(3 wires)

(class I hokuo)

(class b korea)

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and
electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection
points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC.

By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential
negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products, please contact your local municipality,
your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

[For business users in the European Union]

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further
information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Explanation of Graphical Symbols

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The above warning is located

CAUTION:

on the top of the unit.

The lightning flash with ar owhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below.

NORTH AMERICA

CANADA

Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

135 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario,
M1S 3R1, Canada
Tel: [phone]

U.S.A.

Yamaha Corporation of America

6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620,
U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA

MEXICO

Yamaha de México, S.A. de C.V.

Av. Insurgentes Sur 1647 Piso 9, Col. San José
Insurgentes, Delegación Benito Juárez, México,
D.F., C.P. 03900
Tel: [phone]

BRAZIL

Yamaha Musical do Brasil Ltda.

Rua Fidêncio Ramos, 302 – Cj 52 e 54 – Torre B – Vila
Olímpia – CEP 04551-010 – São Paulo/SP, Brazil
Tel: [phone]

ARGENTINA

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.,
Sucursal Argentina

Olga Cossettini 1553, Piso 4 Norte,
Madero Este-C1107CEK,
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: [phone]

VENEZUELA

Yamaha Musical de Venezuela, C.A.

AV. Manzanares, C.C. Manzanares Plaza,
Piso 4, Oficina 0401, Baruta, Caracas, Venezuela
Tel: [phone]

PANAMA AND OTHER LATIN
AMERICAN COUNTRIES/
CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.

Edif. Torre Banco General, Piso 7, Urbanización
Marbella, Calle 47 y Aquilino de la Guardia,
Ciudad de Panamá, República de Panamá
Tel: [phone]

EUROPE

THE UNITED KINGDOM/IRELAND

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK)

Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook, Milton Keynes,
MK7 8BL, U.K.
Tel: [phone]

GERMANY

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstrasse 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, Rellingen,
Branch Switzerland in Zürich

Seefeldstrasse 94, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland
Tel: [phone]

AUSTRIA/BULGARIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Branch Austria

Schleiergasse 20, 1100 Wien, Austria
Tel: [phone]

CZECH REPUBLIC/HUNGARY/
ROMANIA/SLOVAKIA/SLOVENIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Branch Austria

Schleiergasse 20, 1100 Wien, Austria
Tel: [phone]

POLAND/LITHUANIA/LATVIA/ESTONIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Sp.z o.o. Oddzial w Polsce

ul. Wrotkowa 14, 02-553 Warsaw, Poland

[phone]

Tel:

PA41

The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc.,
may be found on or near the name plate, which is at the top
of the unit. You should note this serial number in the space
provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record
of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft

MALTA

Olimpus Music Ltd.

Valletta Road, Mosta MST9010, Malta
Tel: [phone]

NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM/
LUXEMBOURG

Yamaha Music Europe Branch Benelux

Clarissenhof 5b, 4133 AB Vianen, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]

FRANCE

Yamaha Music Europe

7 rue Ambroise Croizat, Zone d'activités de Pariest,
77183 Croissy-Beaubourg, France
Tel: [phone]

ITALY

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, Branch Italy

Viale Italia 88, 20020, Lainate (Milano), Italy
Tel: [phone]

SPAIN/PORTUGAL

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Ibérica, Sucursal
en España

Ctra. de la Coruna km. 17,200, 28231
Las Rozas de Madrid, Spain
Tel: [phone]

GREECE

Philippos Nakas S.A. The Music House

19th klm. Leof. Lavriou 190 02 Peania – Attiki,
Greece
Tel: [phone]

SWEDEN/FINLAND/ICELAND

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Germany filial
Scandinavia

JA Wettergrensgata 1, 400 43 Göteborg, Sweden
Tel: [phone]

DENMARK

Yamaha Music Denmark,
Fillial of Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, Tyskland

Generatorvej 8C, ST. TH. , 2860 Søborg, Denmark
Tel: [phone]

NORWAY

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Germany ­Norwegian Branch

Grini Næringspark 1, 1361 Østerås, Norway
Tel: [phone]

RUSSIA

Yamaha Music (Russia) LLC.

Room 37, entrance 7, bld. 7, Kievskaya street,
Moscow, 121059, Russia
Tel: [phone]

OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstrasse 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel:

[phone]

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

JAFZA-16, Office 512, P.O.Box 17328,
Jebel Ali FZE, Dubai, UAE
Tel: [phone]

MIDDLE EAST

TURKEY

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Merkezi Almanya Türkiye İstanbul Şubesi

Maslak Meydan Sodak, Spring Giz Plaza Bagimsiz
Böl. No:3, Sanyer Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: [phone]

CYPRUS

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstrasse 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

OTHER COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

JAFZA-16, Office 512, P.O.Box 17328,
Jebe

l Ali FZE, Dubai, UAE

Tel: [phone]

HEAD OFFICE

Model No.

Serial No.

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11 Only use attachments/accessories specied by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specied by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

ASIA

THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Yamaha Music & Electronics (China) Co.,Ltd.

2F, Yunhedasha, 1818 Xinzha-lu, Jingan-qu,
Shanghai, China
Tel: [phone]

INDIA

Yamaha Music India Private Limited

Spazedge Building, Ground Floor, Tower A,
Sector-47, Gurgaon- Sohna Road, Gurgaon-122002,
Haryana, India
Tel: [phone]

INDONESIA

PT. Yamaha Musik Indonesia (Distributor)

Yamaha Music Center Bldg. Jalan Jend. Gatot
Subroto Kav. 4, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia
Tel: [phone]

KOREA

Yamaha Music Korea Ltd.

8F, Dongsung Bldg. 21, Teheran-ro 87-gil,
Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 135-880, Korea
Tel: [phone]

MALAYSIA

Yamaha Music (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

No.8, Jalan Perbandaran, Kelana Jaya, 47301
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: [phone]

SINGAPORE

Yamaha Music (Asia) Private Limited

Block 202 Hougang Street 21, #02-00,
Singapore 530202, Singapore
Tel:

[phone]

TAIWAN

Yamaha Music & Electronics Taiwan Co.,Ltd.

2F., No.1, Yuandong Rd. Banqiao Dist.
New Taipei City 22063, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]

THAILAND

Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.

3, 4, 15, 16th Fl., Siam Motors Building,
891/1 Rama 1 Road, Wangmai,
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Tel: [phone]

VIETNAM

Yamaha Music Vietnam Company Limited

15th Floor, Nam A Bank Tower, 201-203 Cach
Mang Thang Tam St., Ward 4, Dist.3,
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Tel: [phone]

OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Corporation
Sales & Marketing Division

10-1, Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,

AFRICA

Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA

Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.

Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank,
Vic. 3006, Australia
Tel: [phone]

COUNTRIES AND TRUST
TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN

Yamaha Corporation
Sales & Marketing Division

10-1, Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

Yamaha Corporation, Audio Products Sales and Marketing Division

10-1, Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650

Yamaha Pro Audio global website

http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

Yamaha Downloads

http://download.yamaha.com/

Manual Development Department

© 2016 Yamaha Corporation

Published 02/2016 KSHD-A0

(UL60065_03)

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