SILENT ELECTRIC
SVC110
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Electric Cello. In order to obtain
the maximum performance and enjoyment from your Silent Electric Cello, we
urge you to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the instrument.
Please keep this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for later reference.
Contents
English
Precautions.................................................................... 3
Main Unit/Accessories ....................................................... 4
Nomenclature ................................................................ 5
Set up ............................................................................. 8
■ Tuning and Changing the Strings ............................................... 8
■ About the Chest Support .......................................................... 10
■ About the End Pin ..................................................................... 10
Power Supply ...................................................................... 11
■ Using Batteries ......................................................................... 11
■ Supplying AC Power ................................................................. 11
Specifications .....................................................................12
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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
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 expressly
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 user’s
manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other
SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adaptor). DO NOT
connect this product to any power supply or adaptor other than one described
in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.
This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart,
rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please
observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory
product.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information
contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However,
Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without
notice or obligation to update existing units.
Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the usermaintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones
or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause
permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high
volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing
loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before
damage occurs.
NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to
how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are
not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owner’s
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer
before requesting service.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products that
are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our
products and the production methods used to produce them meet these goals.
In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be
aware of the following:
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
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 coaxial 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 cannot locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha
Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600
Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by
Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable
battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this
type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes
necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be
rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type
and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix old batteries with new, or with batteries
of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or
incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.
Warning: Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery. Keep all
batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as
regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household
type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or
for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all
local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that
contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please
contact Yamaha directly.
NAMEPLATE LOCATION: The nameplate is located on the back of the
product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are
located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and
the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a
permanent record of your purchase.
Model Serial No.
Purchase Date
92-BP
CANADA*
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE “CLASS B” LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET
OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N’EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX
APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA “CLASSE B” PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE
PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA.
• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.
• Ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée.
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Your Silent Electric Cello will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple
rules given below:
■ Location
Do not expose it to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage.
• Direct sunlight (e.g. near a window).
• High temperatures (e.g. near a heat source, outside, or in a car during the daytime).
• Excessive humidity.
• Excessive dust.
• Strong vibrations.
■ Power Supply
• Turn the power switch OFF when not in use.
• If you use an AC power adaptor, unplug the adaptor from the AC outlet if not to be used for an
extended period of time.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor during electric storms.
• Avoid plugging the AC power adaptor into the same AC outlet as appliances with high power consumption, such as electric heaters or ovens. Also avoid using multi-plug adaptors since these can
result in reduced sound quality and possible damage.
■ Turn Power OFF When Making Connections
• To avoid damage to the Silent Electric Cello and other devices to which it is connected (a sound
system, for example), turn the power switches of all related devices OFF prior to connecting or
disconnecting audio cables.
■ Handling and Transport
• Never apply excessive force to the controls, connectors or other parts.
• Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the cable.
• Disconnect all cables before moving the unit.
• Physical shocks caused by dropping, bumping, or placing heavy objects on the unit can result in
scratches and more serious damage.
■ Cleaning
• Clean the body and control panel with a dry soft cloth.
•A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt.
•Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner.
■ Electrical Interference
• This unit contains digital circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move it further away from the affected equipment.
YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation.
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