Yamaha Audio NS-P236, NS-P230 User Manual

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NS-P230/
NS-P236
(NS-P230/NS-P236: NX-230P + NX-C230 + YST-SW005)
HOME CINEMA 5.1CH SPEAKER PACKAGE/
HOME CINEMA 6.1CH SPEAKER PACKAGE
OWNER’S MANUAL
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• 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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5 Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6 Attachments – Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7 Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near
water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8 Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9 A product and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10 Ventilation – Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
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.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this system in the space below.
Model:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the main unit. Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
11 Power Sources – This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization – This product may be
equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
14 Lightning – For added protection for this product during
a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
15 Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16 Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17 Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any
kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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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, most importantly, without affecting 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.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
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.
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 can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA
90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
18 Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19 Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
20 Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
21 Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
22 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
23 Heat – The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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UNPACKING After unpacking, check that the following items are included.

Subwoofer cable
Mounting brackets
Fasteners (for NX-C230)
Nonskid pads (for NX-230P)
Nonskid pads (for YST-SW005)
Screws
Main and rear speakers (and rear center speaker for NS-P236)
Center speaker
Subwoofer
Speaker cables
[4m]
[15m]
X 2
X 3
NX-230P
NX-C230
YST-SW005
X 2
<NS-P230>
X 3
<NS-P236>
X 4
<NS-P230>
X 5
<NS-P236>
X 4
<NS-P230>
X 5
<NS-P236>
X 4
<NS-P230>
X 5
<NS-P236>
SUBWOOFER SYSTEM YST SW005SUPERWOOFER SYSTEM YST-SW005
X 2
<NS-P230>
X 3
<NS-P236>
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To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Install the speakers in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the speakers to rain or water.
To prevent the enclosure from warping or discoloring, do not place the speakers where they will be exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity.
Avoid installing the speakers where foreign objects may fall onto them and/or where they may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. Do not place the following objects on top of the speakers:
Other components, as they might cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of the speakers.
Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they might cause fire, damage to the speakers and/or personal injury.
Containers with liquid in them, as they might cause electric shock to the user and/or damage to the speakers.
Do not place the speakers where they are liable to be knocked over or struck by falling objects. Stable placement will also ensure better sound performance.
Placing the speakers on the same shelf or rack as the turntable can result in feedback.
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.
Any time you note distortion, reduce the volume control on your amplifier to a lower setting. Never allow your amplifier to be driven into “clipping”. Otherwise the speakers may be damaged.
When using an amplifier with a rated output power higher than the nominal input power of the speakers, care should be taken never to exceed the speakers’ maximum input.
Do not attempt to clean the speakers with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
Do not attempt to modify or fix the speakers. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reason.
Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the speakers are faulty.
For YST-SW005
Do not operate this unit upside down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage.
Do not use excessive force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving this unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipments. Never pull the wires themselves.
Since this unit has a built-in power amplifier, heat will radiate from the rear panel. Place the unit apart from the walls, allowing enough spaces above, behind and on both sides of the unit to prevent fire or damage. Further more, do not position with the rear panel facing down on the floor or other surfaces.
<For U.K. and Europe models>
Be sure to allow spaces of at least 20 cm above, behind and on both sides of the unit.
When using a humidifier, be sure to avoid condensation inside this unit by allowing enough spaces around this unit or avoiding excess humidification. Condensation might cause a fire, damage to this unit, and/or electric shock.
CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit.
Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA NS-P230/NS-P236 Speaker Package.
Do not cover the rear panel of this unit with a newspaper, a tablecloth, a 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 completed.
The voltage to be used must be the same as that specified on the rear panel. 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 lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug when there is an electric storm.
Super-bass frequencies reproduced by this unit may cause a turntable to generate a howling sound. In such a case, move this unit away from the turntable.
This unit may be damaged if certain sounds are continuously outputted at high volume level. For example, if 20 Hz–50 Hz sine waves from a test disc, bass sounds from electronic instruments, etc. are continuously outputted, or when the stylus of a turntable touches the surface of a disc, reduce the volume level to prevent this unit from being damaged.
If you hear distorted noise (i.e. unnatural, intermittent “rapping” or “hammering” sounds) coming from this unit, reduce the volume level. Extremely loud playing of a movie soundtrack’s low frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music passages can damage this speaker system.
Vibration generated by super-bass frequencies may distort images on a TV. In such a case, move this unit away from the TV set.
When disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.
When not planning to use this unit for a long period (i.e. vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR (For China, Korean and General models) The voltage selector switch on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging this unit into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110-120/220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Standby mode If the POWER switch is set to the ON position and the AUTO STANDBY switch is set to the HIGH or LOW position, this unit turns into the standby mode when no signal is received by this unit for 7 to 8 minutes. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
110V-120V
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
220V-240V
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ II
UNPACKING .................................................. IV
CAUTION ......................................................... 1
COMPONENTS OF THE PACKAGE .............. 2
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS ...................... 3
Placing the subwoofer ................................... 4
Placing the center speaker ............................. 4
Mounting the rear speakers (and rear center
speaker for NS-P236) .................................... 5
Placing the main/rear speakers (and rear center
speaker for NS-P236) .................................... 6
CONNECTIONS.............................................. 7
An example of basic connections .................... 7
How to connect speaker cables to the input
and output terminals of the speakers ............... 9
Connecting the subwoofer to speaker output
terminals of the amplifier .............................. 10
USING THE SUBWOOFER (YST-SW005) ... 11
Controls and their functions .......................... 11
Adjusting the subwoofer before use ................ 12
Frequency characteristics................................ 13
ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO
TECHNOLOGY (for YST-SW005) ................ 14
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................. 15
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 16

COMPONENTS OF THE PACKAGE

<NX-230P>
Full range acoustic-suspension speaker system used for the main and rear speakers (and rear center speaker for NS-P236)
<NX-C230>
Full range acoustic-suspension speaker system used for the center speaker
<YST-SW005>
Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System with a built-in power amplifier
This subwoofer system employs Advanced YAMAHA Active Servo Technology which YAMAHA has developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound. (Refer to page 14 for details on Advanced YAMAHA Active Servo Technology.) This super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in-the-home effect to your stereo system.
This subwoofer can be easily added to your existing audio system by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier.
The AUTO STANDBY switch saves you the trouble of setting the POWER switch to the ON or OFF position.
The speaker package “NS-P230 and NS-P236” is designed for use in a multi-channel audio system such as a home theater system.
NS-P230 includes four NX-230P speaker systems, one NX­C230 speaker system and one YST-SW005 subwoofer system.
NS-P236 includes five NX-230P speaker systems, one NX­C230 speaker system and one YST-SW005 subwoofer system.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL
IMPORTANT:
THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.
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.
For Canadian Customers
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS

Before making connections, place all speakers in their respective positions. The positioning of the speakers is important because it controls the whole sound quality of this system. Place the speakers depending on your listening position by following the instructions below.
Speaker configuration
<NS-P230>
This speaker package employs a 6 speaker configuration: 2 main speakers, 2 rear speakers, a center speaker and a subwoofer. The main speakers emit main source sound. The rear speakers emit surround sounds, and the center speaker emits center sounds (dialog etc.). The subwoofer emits reinforcing low frequencies on your audio system.
<NS-P236>
This speaker package employs a 7 speaker configuration: 2 main speakers, 2 rear speakers, a center speaker, a rear center speaker and a subwoofer. The main speakers emit main source sound. The rear and rear center speakers emit surround sounds, and the center speaker emits center sounds (dialog etc.). The subwoofer emits reinforcing low frequencies on your audio system.
Note In this speaker package, the same speakers (NX-230P) are used for the main and rear speakers (and rear center speaker for NS-P236).
Placing speakers
Main speakers: On both sides of and at approximately
the same height as the TV set.
Rear speakers: Behind your listening position, facing
slightly inward. About 1.8 m (approx. 6 feet) from the floor.
Center speaker: Precisely between the main speakers.
Rear center speaker (for NS-P236):
Precisely between the rear speakers.
Subwoofer: The position of the subwoofer is not so
critical because low bass tones are not highly directional. Refer to “Placing the subwoofer” below for a recommended positioning of the subwoofer.
Main L Center Main R
Rear L
Subwoofer
Rear R
Main L
Main R
Subwoofer
Center
Rear L
Rear R
TV-set
Rear center (for NS-P236)
Rear center (for NS-P236)
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