Yamaha Audio NS-P400 User Manual

NS-P400

Active Servo

Technology

Natural Sound Speaker Package System

Jeu d’enceintes “Son Naturel”

Natural-Sound-Lautsprechersystem

Natural Sound högtalarpaket

G A R

Sistema completo di altoparlanti a suono naturale

Paquete del sistema de altavoces con sonido natural

Natural Sound Luidsprekerpakket Systeem

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

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MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS MITGELIEFERTE ZUBEHÖRTEILE MEDFÖLJANDE TILLBEHÖR ACCESSORI IN DOTAZIONE ACCESORIOS INCLUIDOS BIJGELEVERDE ACCESSOIRES

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After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.

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Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses.

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Nach dem Auspacken überprüfen, ob die folgenden Teile vorhanden sind.

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Kontrollera efter det apparaten packats upp att följande delar finns med.

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Verificare che tutte le parti seguenti siano contenute nell’imballaggio dell’apparecchio.

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Desembale el aparato y verificar que los siguientes accesorios están en la caja.

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Controleer na het uitpakken of de volgende onderdelen voorhanden zijn.

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Speaker cords

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Câbles d’enceintes

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Lautsprecheranschlußkabel

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Högtalarledningar

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Cavi per gli altoparlanti

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Cables de los altavoces

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Luidsprekerdraden

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Rubber Pads (for SW-P40)

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Tampons en caoutchouc (pour SW-P40)

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Gummiunterlagen (für SW-P40)

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Gummidynor (för SW-P40)

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Piedini di gomma (per l’SW-P40)

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Forros de caucho (para SW-P40)

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Anti-slip rubbers (voor SW-P40)

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Velcro strips (for NS-C40)

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Bandes velcro (pour NS-C40)

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Velcro-Streifen (für NS-C40)

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Kardborreremsor (för NS-C40)

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Strisce autoadesive (per l’NS-C40)

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Cintas Velcro (para NS-C40)

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Velcro strips (voor NS-C40)

Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA NS-P400 Speaker Package system.

PROFILE OF THIS SYSTEM

“NS-P400” is the package number which includes the YAMAHA speaker system NS-M40, NS-C40, NS-E40 and SW-P40. This speaker package system is designed for use in a multi-channel audio system, for example a home theater system, so includes

a pair of main speakers (NS-M40), a center speaker (NS-C40), a pair of effect speakers (NS-E40) and a subwoofer system (SWP40).

English

2-Way Acoustic-Suspension Speaker System

Full range Acoustic-Suspension Speaker System

Full range Acoustic-Suspension Speaker System

CONTENTS

Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System with a built-in power amplifier

This subwoofer system employs YAMAHA Active Servo

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Technology which YAMAHA developed for reproducing higher quality super-bass sound. (Refer to page 15 for details on Active Servo Technology.) This unit can be added easily to your existing audio system

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by connecting to either the speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier. The high frequency cut off point (HIGH CUT) control

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enables you to adjust the tone balance between the subwoofer and the main speakers. A newly employed AUTO POWER ON/OFF switch saves

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you the trouble of pressing the POWER switch when turning this unit on or in the standby mode.

Supplied accessories.......................................2

Profile of This System .....................................3

Caution ............................................................4

Setting up the speakers ...................................5

Connections ....................................................8

Using the subwoofer (SW-P40)......................12

Controls and their functions ........................12

Adjustment before using the subwoofer .....13

Active Servo Technology ............................15

Troubleshooting (for SW-P40)........................16

Specifications ................................................17

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

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To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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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).

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To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the speakers to rain or water.

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To prevent the enclosure from warping or discoloring, do not place the speakers where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity.

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Do not place the speakers where it is liable to be knocked over or struck by falling objects. Stable placement will also ensure better sound performance.

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Placing the speakers on the same shelf or rack as the turntable can result in feedback.

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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.

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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.

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As these speakers contain strong magnets (though NSM40, NS-C40 and SW-P40 are magnetically shielded types), avoid placing watches, magnetic tapes, etc. near them. Also, placing the speakers near a TV set may impair picture color. If this happens, move the the speakers away from TV set.

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Do not attempt to clean the speakers with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

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Secure placement or installation is the owner’s responsibility. YAMAHA shall not be liable for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of the speakers.

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Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact your dealer.

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Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the wire itself.

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Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.

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When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (ie., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

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To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug when there is an electrical storm.

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Since this unit has a built-in power amplifier, heat will radiate from the rear panel. Therefore, place the unit apart from the walls, allowing a space of at least 20 cm (7-7/8”) above, behind and on the both sides of the unit. Also, do not position with the rear panel facing down on the floor or other surface.

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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.

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If you hear distortion (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.

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This unit has a port called “air woofer” which is for reproducing a super-bass sound. Be careful not to put a hand or some objects into the port, otherwise it may give you an electric shock or give this unit a damage, or cause a fire.

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Voltage Selector (General Model only) The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are AC 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. 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.

SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS

Before you make connections, place all speakers in their proper positions respectively. The positioning of speakers are important, because it controls the whole sound quality of this system. Position the speakers on the basis of your listening position by following instructions on this section.

Speaker configuration

This system employs a 6 speaker configuration: 2 main speakers, 2 effect speakers, a center speaker and a subwoofer. The main speakers are used for the main source sound plus the effect sounds. The effect speakers are used for the effect and surround sounds, and the center speaker is for the center sounds (dialog etc.). The subwoofer is for reinforcing low frequencies on your audio system.

Main L Center Main R

Subwoofer

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Effect L Effect R

Placing speakers

Main speakers: On both sides of the TV and in almost the

same height as the TV.

Effect speakers: Behind your listening position, facing

slightly inward. Nearly 1.8 m (approx. 6 feet) up from the floor.

Center speaker: Precisely between the main speakers. Subwoofer: The position of the subwoofer is not so

critical because low bass tones are not highly directional.

Center

Main L

Main R

Subwoofer

TV set

Effect R

Effect L

■ Placing the subwoofer

( : subwoofer, : main speaker)

It is recommended to place the subwoofer on the outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. .) The placement shown in fig. is also possible, however, if the subwoofer system is placed directly facing the wall, the bass effect may die because the sound from it and the sound reflected by the wall may cancel. To prevent this, face the subwoofer system obliquely to the wall as shown in fig. .

Note

There may be a case that you cannot obtain enough superbass sounds from this unit when listening at the middle of the room. This is because “standing waves” have developed between two parallel walls and the bass sounds are being canceled. In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to the wall. It also may be necessary to break up the parallel surfaces by placing bookshelves etc. along the walls.

Use the rubber pads

Put the provided rubber pads at the four corners on the bottom of the subwoofer to prevent the subwoofer moving due to vibrations etc.

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