Yamaha YAS-203 Owners Manual
Front Surround System
UAB
Contents
Supplied items ...................................................................... 2
Features ................................................................................. 3
Frequently asked questions................................................. 3
(YAS-CU203+NS-WSW41)
Owner’s Manual
Part names and functions (sound bar/subwoofer) ............ 4
Installation............................................................................. 5
Connections........................................................................... 6
Operations............................................................................. 8
Listening to the sound from a Bluetooth device.............. 10
Settings................................................................................ 12
Programming the sound bar with the TV’s remote control
(TV’s remote control learning function)..................................................... 12
Sending the TV’s remote signal through the sound bar
(TV Remote Repeater function)......................................................................... 14
Setting the auto power standby function ................................................ 14
Initializing the sound bar ................................................................................ 14
Troubleshooting ................................................................. 15
Specifications ...................................................................... 20
About this manual
NOTE
This indicates precautions for use of the product and its feature limitations.
HINT
This indicates supplementary explanations for better use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO
NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with
arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert you 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 you to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the
space below.
MODEL:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot and fully insert.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
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 amplifiers) 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 fit 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.
11 Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified 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 qualified 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.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Yamaha and the Electronic Industries
Association’s Consumer Electronics
Group want you to get the most out of
your equipment by playing it at a safe
level. One that lets the sound come
through loud and clear without
annoying blaring or distortion – and,
your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud
sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, Yamaha
and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer
Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged
exposure from excessive volume levels.
most importantly, without affecting
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)
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 users manual, may
cause interference harmful to the operation of other
electronic devices.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSSGen of IC Rules.
• Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this
device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
See the “Troubleshooting” section at the end of this manual if interference to radio reception is suspected.
4 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:
5 Relocate either this product or the device that is
being affected by the interference.
6 Utilize power outlets that are on different branch
(circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line
filter/s.
7 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.
8 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 A/V Division 6600
Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620.
9 The above statements apply ONLY to those
products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of
America or its subsidiaries.
FCC WARNING
Change or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
− Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
− Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
− Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
− Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment compiles with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment
has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).
But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s
body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
• To assure the finest performance, please read this
manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
• Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean
place - away from direct sunlight, heat sources,
vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper
ventilation, allow the following minimum
clearances.
Sound bar: Top: 10 cm (4 in), Rear: 10 cm (4 in),
Sides: 10 cm (4 in)
Subwoofer: Top: 20 cm (8 in), Rear: 20 cm (8 in),
Sides: 20 cm (8 in)
• Locate this unit away from other electrical
appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid
humming sounds.
• Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature
changes from cold to hot, and do not locate this
unit in an environment with high humidity (i.e. a
room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation
inside this unit, which may cause an electrical
shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal
injury.
• Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects
may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be
exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top
of this unit, do not place:
− Other components, as they may cause damage
and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit.
− Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause
fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
− Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall
and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user
and/or damage to this unit.
• Do not cover this unit with a newspaper,
tablecloth, curtain, etc., in order not to obstruct
heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit
rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or
personal injury.
• Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all
connections are complete.
• Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may
overheat, possibly causing damage.
• Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.
• When disconnecting the power cable from the wall
outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cable.
• Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this
might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
• Only voltage specified on this unit must be used.
Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified
is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this
unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha will not be
held responsible for any damage resulting from use
of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
• To prevent damage by lightning, keep the power
cable and outdoor antennas disconnected from a
wall outlet or the unit during a lightning storm.
• Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact
qualified Yamaha service personnel when any
service is needed. The cabinet should never be
opened for any reasons.
• When not planning to use this unit for long periods
of time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power
plug from the wall outlet.
• Be sure to read the “Troubleshooting” section on
common operating errors before concluding that
this unit is faulty.
• Before moving this unit, press to set this unit in
standby mode, and disconnect the power supply
cable from the wall outlet.
• Condensation will form when the surrounding
temperature changes suddenly. Disconnect the
power supply cable from the outlet, then leave the
unit alone.
• Install this unit near the wall outlet and where the
AC power plug can be reached easily.
• Secure placement or installation is the owner’s
responsibility. Yamaha shall not be liable for any
accident caused by improper placement or
installation of speakers.
• Do not put a hand or foreign object into the port on
the subwoofer.
• When moving the subwoofer, do not hold the port,
as it may cause personal injury and/or damage to
this unit.
• Do not place a fragile object near the port of the
subwoofer. If the object falls as a result of the air
pressure, it may cause personal injury and/or
damage to the subwoofer and the object.
• Keep the product out of reach of children to avoid
them swallowing small parts.
Notes on remote controls and batteries
• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote
control.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not leave or store the remote control in the
following places:
− places of high humidity, such as near a bath
− places of high temperatures, such as near a
heater or a stove
− places of extremely low temperatures
− dusty places
• Do not expose the remote control sensor of this
unit to direct sunlight or lighting such as inverted
fluorescent lamps.
• If the batteries grow old, the effective operation
range of the remote control decreases
considerably. If this happens, replace the batteries
with two new ones as soon as possible.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries (such as
alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Read
the packaging carefully as these different types of
batteries may have the same shape and color.
• Exhausted batteries may leak. If the batteries have
leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come into
contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery
compartment thoroughly before installing new
batteries.
• Do not carry batteries in a pocket or purse with
metal objects like coins, etc.
• Do not throw away batteries with general house
waste. Dispose of them correctly in accordance
with your local regulations.
• Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is
accidentally swallowed, contact your doctor
immediately.
• When not planning to use the remote control for
long periods of time, remove the batteries from the
remote control.
• Do not charge or disassemble the supplied
batteries.
• The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or like.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall
outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power
source even if you turn off this unit by . In this
state, this unit is designed to consume a very
small quantity of power.
(Power key)
Turns on the power of this unit or sets it to the
standby mode.
Do not use this unit within 22 cm (9 inches) of
persons with a heart pacemaker implant or
defibrillator implant.
Radio waves may affect electro-medical devices.
Do not use this unit near medical devices or
inside medical facilities.
The name plate is located on the bottom of the
unit.
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 THE 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.
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Supplied items
Make sure you have received all of the following items.
Sound bar (YAS-CU203)
Wireless subwoofer
(NS-WSW41)
Remote control
Mounting template
* Using when attaching the sound bar to a wall
Battery x 2
(AAA, R03, UM4)
Optical cable (1.5 m [4.9 ft])
How to use the remote control
Preparing the remote control
Peel off the protection sheet before use.
Operating range of the remote control
Remain within the operating range shown below.
Remote control sensor
Within 6 m
(20 ft)
Stand x 2
(For sound bar)
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Screw x 2
(For attaching
the stand)
Owner’s Manual
(This manual)
Features
Frequently asked questions
Enjoy powerful and realistic sound from the front surround system
consisting of the sound bar and wireless subwoofer, and easy
installation and connection to TVs and other devices.
•AIR SURROUND XTREME
Enjoy 7.1 channel surround sound, which creates a wide and deep soundstage, as
if speakers are set, not only on the front, but also on the left and right, and behind
the listener (p.9).
• Advanced Bass Extension Processing
Equipped with Yamaha’s original bass boost technology, this system reproduces
more powerful sound from the dedicated subwoofer (p.9).
• Bluetooth® connection
Content on a Bluetooth compatible smartphone, tablet, or computer can be played
back easily (p.10).
You can enjoy deep and fresh sound as close to the original by the Compressed
Music Enhancer. The sound bar is also compliant with the aptX codec, which
enables you to enjoy better sound from your smartphone.
• HOME THEATER CONTROLLER
You can operate the sound bar easily by installing the dedicated controlling
application “HOME THEATER CONTROLLER.”
• TV’s remote control learning function
Operate the sound bar with the TV’s remote control (p.12).
The following section covers popular functions and frequently asked questions about the
sound bar.
Q1
Can I operate the sound bar using the remote control of the TV?
Switching between the remote controls of the TV and sound bar is
inconvenient.
A1
Yes. You can control the sound bar using your TV’s remote control by the
“TV’s remote control learning” function (p.12).
This function is available only for the IR (infrared) remote control. Check your
TV’s remote control type.
Q2
The TV’s remote control does not work after the sound bar is installed in
front of the TV.
A2
If your TV’s remote control uses IR (infrared) signals, set the “TV Remote
Repeater” function to transmit the TV’s remote control signals from the sound
bar (p.14).
If your TV’s remote control uses radio waves, increase the distance between
the TV and sound bar.
Q3
Can I make voice sound more clearly?
A3
Yes. Dialogue in movies, TV news or sports programs, etc., can be made
clearer using the “clear voice” function (p.9).
• TV Remote Repeater function
Enables the TV’s remote signal to pass through the sound bar. If the installed
sound bar blocks the TV’s remote sensor, the TV’s remote will not work. This
function provides a convenient solution (p.14).
•Clear voice
Makes voice sound (such as dialogues and narrations) clear (p.9).
•UniVolume
Maintains consistent sound volume when inputs or sound sources switch (p.9).
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Part names and functions (sound bar/subwoofer)
Sound bar (front panel)
A Indicators
Indicate the status of the sound bar. The indicators will dim automatically if no
operations are performed for 5 seconds. Refer to “Operations” (p.8 to 9) and
“Wireless connection with the subwoofer” (p.7) for the main functions of the
indicators.
B Remote control sensor
Receives infrared signals from the remote control of the sound bar (p.2).
C TV’s remote control sensor
Receives infrared signals from the TV’s remote control when the TV Remote
Repeater function is enabled (p.14).
D INPUT key
Selects an input source to be played back (p.8).
E MUTE key
Mutes the audio output. Press the key again to unmute (p.9).
F VOLUME (+/–) keys
Adjust the volume (p.8).
G (power) key
Turns on or off (standby) the sound bar (p.9).
HINT
• The sound bar may automatically turn off when the auto power standby function is enabled (p.14).
H Speakers
Sound bar (rear panel)
A TV input jack
For connecting to a TV with an optical cable (p.6).
B BD/DVD input jack
For connecting to a playback device, such as a Blu-ray Disc (BD) player, with a
coaxial digital cable (p.6).
C ANALOG input jacks
For connecting an external device with an RCA stereo cable (p.7).
D IR flasher for TV Remote Repeater
Transmits TV’s remote control signals received at the TV’s remote control sensor to
the TV (p.14).
Subwoofer (rear panel)
A STATUS indicator
Indicates the status of the subwoofer
(p.9).
B SUBWOOFER PAIRING button
For setting wireless connection
between the sound bar and
subwoofer (p.19).
C Port
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Installation
Place the sound bar on a flat surface such as on top of a
TV cabinet.
Place the subwoofer to the outside of the sound bar.
To avoid echoes from the wall, face the front side of the
subwoofer slightly inward.
HINT
• If it is difficult to operate the TV, use the TV Remote Repeater
function (p.14) to transmit the TV’s remote control signal via sound
bar.
• When placing the sound bar across the bases of the TV, or when
changing the height of the sound bar, attach the supplied stands
with the stand attachment screws.
Attaching the sound bar to a wall
How to install on the wall
1 Attach the mounting template on a wall and mark
for the screw holes.
Tapes or thumbtacks
Mounting template (supplied)
Screw
holes
2 Remove the mounting template from the wall,
then install commercially available screws (as
illustrated below) at the points marked on the
wall.
Cautions
• Do not stack the sound bar/subwoofer and a BD player or other
device directly on each other. Doing so may cause a malfunction
due to vibrations.
• Do not hold the speaker portion (fabric part) on the front of the
subwoofer when moving it.
• The sound bar contains non-magnetic shield ing speakers. Do not
place magnetically sensitive items (hard disk drive, etc.) near the
sound bar.
• Depending on your installation environment, it may be better to
connect the sound bar and external devices (such as a TV)
before installing the sound bar.
• Do not place the sound bar within 50 mm (2") of the TV.
• The subwoofer and sound bar communicate wirelessly. Do not
place objects that block wireless signals, such as metallic
furniture and devices, between the subwoofer and sound bar as
the wireless communication may be adversely affected.
• If the subwoofer is covered with a cloth or other object, the sound
volume is reduced. Install the subwoofer so that it is not hidden
behind a thick curtain, etc.
Cautions
• When installing the sound bar on a wall, all installation work must
be performed by a qualified contractor or dealer. The customer
must never attempt to perform this installation work. Improper or
inadequate installation could cause the sound bar to fall,
resulting in personal injury.
• Do not attach the sound bar to a wall that is made of weak
materials such as plaster or veneered woods. Doing so may
cause the sound bar to fall.
• Make sure you use commercially available screws that can
support the weight of the installation (specified in Step 2 on the
right). Using clamps other than specified screws, such as short
screws, nails, and two-sided tape, may cause the sound bar to
fall.
7 to 8.5 mm
(1/4" to 5/16")
3 to 4 mm (1/8" to 3/16")
4 mm (#8)
20 mm (3/4")
or more
3 Hang the sound bar on the screws.
Mounting holes
on rear of sound bar
Cautions
• Fix the cables in place where they will not become loose. If your
foot or hand accidentally gets caught on a loose cable, the sound
bar may fall.
• Check that the sound bar is fixed securely after the installation.
Yamaha will bear no responsibility for any accidents caused by
improper installations.
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Connections
Connect to a TV (or other peripheral device).
Cautions
• Make sure that the power cables of the sound bar and subwoofer are not connected
to AC wall outlets when you start making connections.
• Do not use excessive force when inserting the cable plug. Doing so may damage the
cable plug or terminal.
1 Connect the TV and sound bar with the optical
cable (supplied).
Remove the cap of the optical cable and check the
direction of the plug.
2 Connect the power cables of the sound bar and
subwoofer to AC wall outlets.
3 Set the TV as follows.
• Set the TV volume to minimum.
• Disable the TV built-in speaker output (if available).
HINT
• If a setting to disable the speaker output is not available on your TV, you may disable it
by connecting headphones to the headphone jack on the TV. For details, refer to the
manuals of the TV.
• The TV and BD/DVD input jacks support the following audio signals.
− PCM (2 channel)
− Dolby Digital (up to 5.1 channel)
− DTS Digital Surround (up to 5.1 channel)
Sound bar (rear)
Optical cable
TV
HDMI cable (etc.)
Coaxial digital cable
(commercially available)
OPTICAL OUTPUT
Coaxial digital
audio output
(orange)
Power cable
To AC wall outlet
Subwoofer (rear)
Power cable
To AC wall outlet
HINT
If your playback device has a coaxial digital
audio output, you can connect it to the BD/
DVD input of the sound bar with a coaxial
digital cable (commercially available).
Playback device (such as a BD player)
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