AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page 1 UCA Home Cinema Sound System Système Audio Home Cinéma OWNER‘S MANUAL MODE D‘EMPLOI STANDBY/ON INPUT STANDBY L INPUT 1 VOLUME C INPUT 2 PROGRAM R A REAR B C D E
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page 3 FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only) 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: 1.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page 4 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS ● ● ● ● After unpacking, check that the following parts are included. Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-1 Page Page USING THE AV-S7 PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS ........................................................2-3 USING THE AV-S7 ...............................................20-22 NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER............................................................4 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................23 OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ..................................
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-2 PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS SYSTEM ■ To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. ■ To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug and the antenna cable when there is an electrical storm. ■ Choose the installation location of this system carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-3 PRECAUTIONS VOLTAGE SELECTOR (FOR GENERAL AND CHINA MODELS ONLY) The voltage selector on the bottom of the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AVS7) must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110/120/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz. FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS. VOLTAGE SELECTOR For U.K.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-4 PRECAUTIONS NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER Loading the batteries for the remote control transmitter Proper use of the remote control transmitter 1 STANDBY/ON INPUT STANDBY L INPUT 1 VOLUME C INPUT 2 PROGRAM R A B C D E REAR 3 2 Within approximately 6 m (19.7 feet) Remote control sensor 30° 1 Remove the battery compartment cover. 30° (Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-5 OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM • The AV-S7 system consists of the SW-AVS7, NX-AVS7 and the NX-AV1. 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.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-6 OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM FEATURES The System Sound Field Processor Including Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder ● 6-Speaker Multi-Channel Audio System Including Two Front Speakers, One Center Speaker, Two Rear Speakers and One Subwoofer ● Digital Sound Field Processor (Programs: CONCERT, SPORTS, MONO MOVIE) ● Minimum RMS Output Power per Channel ● Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder (Program: DOLBY PRO LOGIC) Front L, R: 30W + 30W (6Ω) RMS Output Power, 10% THD,
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-7 OUTLINE OF THIS SYSTEM 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.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-8 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.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-9 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS 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. INPUT STAND BY STANDBY/ON L INPUT 1 VOLUME C INPUT 2 PROGRAM R A B C D E REAR Notes • Do not place the center speaker on top of a TV whose area is smaller than the bottom area of the center speaker, as the center speaker may drop and cause personal injury.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-10 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS ■ Mounting the front speakers 1 Mounting bracket (type A) 2 To mount speakers on the mounting brackets (type A) 1 Attach the bracket to the bottom of the speaker using the provided screw (type A). 2 Turn and/or slide the speaker on the bracket to the desired position, and then tighten the screw.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-11 SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS Tapping screw (Available at a hardware store) Note If desired, you can hang the speaker on the protruding screws on the wall without using the bracket. WARNING: ● Each speaker weighs 0.7 kg (1 lbs. 9 oz.). Do not mount them on thin plywood or a soft wall surface material, as the screws may come out of the flimsy surface, causing the speakers to fall down and be damaged, or cause personal injury.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-12 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.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-13 CONNECTIONS 1 Connect the SYSTEM CONNECTOR (Refer to page 12). 2 Connect the AUDIO OUTPUT terminals on the VCR to the INPUT1 terminals on the SW-AVS7. 3 Connect the THROUGH terminals of INPUT 1 to the AUDIO INPUT terminals on the TV using connector cable (optional). * A signal is applied to INPUT 1 at the THROUGH terminals only when the AV-S7 is off. 4 Connect the INPUT 2 terminals (Refer to page 12).
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-14 CONNECTIONS ■ Connecting the speakers to the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AVS7) Right front speaker Left front speaker Right rear speaker Left rear speaker Power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AVS7) L R MARK 1 THROUGH INPUT 2 SYSTEM CONNECTOR R L FRONT R L REAR R L R FRONT L REAR ■ Connecting the AC supply lead • Unplug the AC supply lead from the outlet if this system is not to be used for a long period of time.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-15 CONNECTIONS How to Connect: Connect the provided speaker cords between the SPEAKERS terminals on the power amplifier/subwoofer (SW-AVS7) and the speaker terminals on each speaker as shown below. If the connections are incorrect, no sound will be heard from the speakers. Make sure that the polarity of the speaker wires is correct with reference to the + and – markings. If these wires are reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-16 CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CENTER SPEAKER (WITH CONTROL UNIT) 1 INPUT Remote control sensor 2 3 STANDBY/ON PROGRAM 2 3 1 STANDBY L INPUT 1 VOLUME C INPUT 2 R A B C D E REAR 4 6 5 1 INPUT selector button D: Sports E: Mono Movie Check the PROGRAM indicator 7 when making the selection. This button switches between INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 each time it is pressed.
AV-S7(E)(E/F)1-16 9/11/0 9:36 AM Page E-17 CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS English REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER 4 ENHANCED A OFF PROLOGIC CONCERT B C SPORTS 5 MONO MOVIE E D DSP 3 CENTER TEST REAR 2 6 7 SUBWOOFER INPUT 8 1/2 AMP POWER VOLUME 1 9 C: Concert D: Sports E: Mono Movie Check the PROGRAM indicators 7 of the center speaker when making the selection. 1 POWER button This button turns on the power to this system and switches this system to standby mode alternately.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-18 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 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 on the remote control transmitter.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-19 ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE LISTENING OPERATIONS INPUT This procedure lets you adjust the sound balance between the front, center, and rear speakers using the built-in test tone generator. When this adjustment is performed, the sound output level heard at the listening position will be the same from each speaker. This is important for the best performance of the built-in Dolby Pro Logic surround decoder.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-20 USING THE AV-S7 USING THE AV-S7 This system incorporates a sophisticated, multiprogram 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.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-21 USING THE AV-S7 1 Press the POWER button. When the system is turned on, the STANDBY indicator turns off, and INPUT indicator 1 or 2 lights up. ENHANCED A OFF PROLOGIC CONCERT B C SPORTS 2 Press the VOLUME “–” button to lower the volume. 6 3 Use the INPUT selector button to select the listening MONO MOVIE E D DSP CENTER source. INPUT 1: INPUT 2: TEST REAR 3 INPUT SUBWOOFER 1/2 AMP POWER 4 Play the source.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-22 USING THE AV-S7 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” on page 19. INPUT By continuously pressing the CENTER (+ or –) button, the volume value changes continuously. PROGRAM STANDBY/ON Notes ● This adjustment can be made only when the digital sound field program DOLBY PRO LOGIC or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ENHANCED is selected.
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-23 TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL SYMPTOM REMEDY The power cord is not connected. Connect the power cord. (U.K. and Europe models) The MAIN POWER switch is set to OFF. Set the MAIN POWER switch to ON. This unit will not operate properly. The internal microcomputer has been frozen by an external electric shock (lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or a low-voltage power supply .
AV-S7(E)17-24 9/11/0 9:07 AM Page E-24 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 Impedance Front, Rear ..................................................... 6 ohms Center............................................................ 6 ohms Subwoofer..........................
(F)E/F-AV7p18-24 9/7/0 2:27 PM Page F-24 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 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9% de DHT ..................
