Yamaha AV-S7 Owner's Manual

Yamaha AV-S7 Owner's Manual

Home cinema sound system

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Home Cinema Sound System
Système Audio Home Cinéma
STANDBY
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
STANDBY/ON
INPUT
PROGRAM
VOLUME
L
C
R
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
REAR
E
D
C
B
A
U C A

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  • Page 1 Home Cinema Sound System Système Audio Home Cinéma OWNER‘S MANUAL MODE D‘EMPLOI INPUT STANDBY INPUT 1 INPUT 2 STANDBY/ON PROGRAM VOLUME REAR U C A...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    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...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS Remote control transmitter Télécommande ENHANCED PROLOGIC CONCENT SPORTS MONO MOVIE CENTER TEST REAR INPUT SUBWOOFER POWER VOLUME SYS8 V004550 Batteries (size AA, UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7) Piles (format AA, UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7) Audio connection cord Câble de connexion audio System connector cable Câble de connexion du système After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TURNING ON THIS SYSTEM OR SETTING IT TO SYANDBY MODE TURNING ON THIS SYSTEM OR SETTING IT TO STANDBY MODE ...18 ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE LISTENING OPERATIONS SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ...19 Page USING THE AV-S7 USING THE AV-S7 ...20-22 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ...23 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS ...24 Page...
  • Page 6: Precautions

    YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this system with a voltage other than that which is specified.
  • Page 7 The U.K. and Europe models are equipped with a MAIN POWER switch on the rear bottom panel of the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AVS7). Setting this to ON switches the AV-S7 system to STANDBY mode. To power on the system, press the STANDBY/ON button on the center speaker or the POWER button on the remote control transmitter.
  • Page 8: Notes About The Remote Control Transmitter

    PRECAUTIONS NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER Loading the batteries for the remote control transmitter Remove the battery compartment cover. (Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.) Insert 2 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or equivalent) into the battery compartment. * Installing the batteries improperly may cause failure.
  • Page 9: Outline Of This System

    This system is a multi-channel audio system which consists of the units shown below. By driving 6 speakers, the built-in digital sound field processor (DSP) creates various kinds of Yamaha original digital sound fields simulating an actual concert hall, live house and other venues. When watching a movie source, the built- in Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder and the digital sound field processor turn your room into a movie theater with tremendous impact.
  • Page 10: Features

    ● Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder (Program: DOLBY PRO LOGIC) ● CINEMA DSP: Theater-like Sound Experience by a Combination of Dolby Pro Logic and YAMAHA DSP Technology (Program: DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED) ● Automatic Input Balance Control for Dolby Pro Logic Surround ●...
  • Page 11: Digital Sound Field Processor (Dsp)

    DIGITAL SOUND FIELD PROCESSOR (DSP) The Digital Sound Field Processor (DSP) built into this system takes advantage of Yamaha’s undisputed leadership in the field of digital audio processing to bring you a whole new world of listening experiences. Follow the instructions in this manual carefully when setting up your system, and this unit will sonically transform your room into a wide range of listening environments –movie theater, concert hall, and so on.
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Speakers

    SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS Before you make connections, place all units in this system in their proper positions. Above all, the positioning of the speakers is important because it controls the whole sound quality of this system. Position the speakers on the basis of your listening position by following the instructions in this section.
  • Page 13 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS Center Speaker Installation STANDBY/ON INPUT PROGRAM VOLUME STAND BY INPUT 1 INPUT 2 REAR Bottom of the center speaker Affix to the bottom of the center speaker (2 locations) Adjuster Adjust as necessary When installing the center speaker on the TV, be sure to secure the center speaker to the TV using the velcro strips provided so that it does not fall.
  • Page 14 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS Screw (type A) Mounting the front speakers Place the front speakers on a rack or on a shelf, so that they are stabilized. To obtain more stability and usefulness, we recommend that you mount the speakers on the provided mounting brackets (type A).
  • Page 15 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS Tapping screw (Available at a hardware store) Mounting bracket (type B) Screw (type A) 60 mm Fasten the screws into a firm wall or wall support as shown in the figure, and hang the holes of the mounting bracket on the protruding screws.
  • Page 16: Connections

    CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS When you have finished placing or installing all units in this system, begin making connections by following the instructions in this section. This system requires three connections: system connection, speaker connection and AC supply connection. However, the order of these connections is not important. Never plug the AC supply lead of this system into the outlet until all connections are completed.
  • Page 17 CONNECTOR MARK • If the AV-S7 system is set to STANDBY or the turned off, the signal applied to INPUT 1 is sent to the THROUGH terminal of INPUT 1. • Use the volume control of the TV when playing back sound from the TV or VCR without using the AV-S7.
  • Page 18 REAR MAIN POWER switch For U.K. and Europe models only Setting this to ON switches the AV-S7 system to FRONT REAR STANDBY mode. To start the system, press the STANDBY/ON button on the center speaker or the POWER button on the...
  • Page 19: Connections

    CONNECTIONS Connect the provided speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear of the SW-AVS7. All of the speakers are identical. The speakers connected to the FRONT R and L terminals should be used as the right and left front speakers.
  • Page 20: Controls And Their Functions

    CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CENTER SPEAKER (WITH CONTROL UNIT) INPUT selector button This button switches between INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 each time it is pressed. Check the INPUT 1/2 indicator 5 to see which is in use. STANDBY/ON (Switch) button This button switches between power-on and standby each time it is pressed.
  • Page 21 CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER POWER button This button turns on the power to this system and switches this system to standby mode alternately. INPUT selector button This button switches between INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 each time it is pressed. Check the INPUT 1/2 indicator 5 of the center speaker to see which is activated.
  • Page 22: Standby Mode

    TURNING 0N THE POWER TO THIS SYSTEM OR SETTING IT TO THE STANDBY MODE TURNING ON THE POWER TO THIS SYSTEM OR SETTING IT TO THE STANDBY MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON PROGRAM PROLOGIC SPORTS CENTER TEST INPUT SUBWOOFER VOLUME POWER If the AC supply lead is connected to an outlet, this system can be turned on or switched to the standby mode by pressing the STANDBY/ON button on the front panel of the center speaker or the POWER button...
  • Page 23: Adjustments Before Listening Operations

    ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE LISTENING OPERATIONS SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT INPUT PROGRAM STANDBY/ON ENHANCED PROLOGIC CONCERT SPORTS MONO MOVIE CENTER 3, 7 TEST REAR INPUT SUBWOOFER VOLUME POWER The test tone is emitted. The indicators shown in the figure blink. Left front Center Right front Rear (L, R) REAR...
  • Page 24: Using The Av-S7

    USING THE AV-S7 USING THE AV-S7 This system incorporates a sophisticated, multi- program digital sound field processor. The processor allows you to electronically expand and change the shape of the audio sound field from both audio and video sources, creating a theater-like experience in your listening room.
  • Page 25 DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED, sound is heard from the center speaker and subwoofer. If the AV-S7 system is set to STANDBY or turned off, the signal applied to INPUT 1 is sent to the THROUGH terminals of INPUT 1.
  • Page 26 USING THE AV-S7 INPUT STANDBY/ON PROGRAM ENHANCED PROLOGIC CONCERT SPORTS MONO MOVIE CENTER TEST REAR INPUT SUBWOOFER VOLUME POWER Adjusting the center speaker volume If desired, you can adjust the volume level of the center speaker even if the volume is already set in “SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT”...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    If your unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple measures suggested. If it cannot, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, unplug the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. SYMPTOM...
  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS As a part of its policy of continued product improvement, YAMAHA reserves the right to make design and specification changes without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are the nominal values for production units. Amplifier Section Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel Front L, R 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD ...
  • Page 29 CARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES YAMAHA se réserve le droit d’apporter des modifications sans préavis à la présentation et aux caractéristiques des appareils à fin d’amélioration. Les valeurs indiquées dans ce document sont les valeurs nominales des appareils de série. Amplificateur Puissance de sortie minimum RMS par canal Enceinte avant G, D 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% de DHT ...30W+30W...

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