User Manual

Part Names/Control Descriptions
Specifications
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System:
SYSTEM-70
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Pickup:
Original Bar Sensor (Piezo Type)
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Control:
Line Out Volume (Combined w/TA Switch
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1
), Reverb Effect (Room/Hall), Chorus Effect.
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Output Jack:
Combination End Pin/Line Out Power Switch
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2
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Output Imped-
ance:
150Ω
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Power:
AA battery x2 (alkaline or nickel-metal hydride)
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3
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Battery Life:
Approximately 10 hours using alkaline batteries (with the TA function
in use).
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4
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Accessories:
Neck adjustment hex wrench x1, AA battery x2
*1 The TA function produces effect sounds from the body of the guitar to add to the
guitar’s original sound. The system requires approximately two seconds after the TA
function is switched ON before the rst effect sound is produced.
*2 Connect a cable for line output.
*3 For best performance, we recommend the use of alkaline or nickel-metal hydride
batteries. When using nickel-metal hydride batteries, please follow the instructions in
the manual provided with the batteries.
*4 Depending upon operating conditions.
Replacing the Batteries
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Slide the tab on the endpin section in the direction indicated by the arrow in the diagram
below to release the lock, then pull out the battery holder.
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Insert two AA batteries making sure that the battery poles are properly aligned with the
polarity markings on the battery holder.
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Slide the battery holder back into the endpin section until it locks.
* When using nickel metal-hydride batteries, take care not to damage the battery cas-
ing or poles when installing and removing the batteries.
PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury
or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards.
These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Do not open
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument or attempt to
disassemble or modify the internal components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunction
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ing, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
Water warning
• To avoid damage, do not expose the guitar to damp/rainy conditions or place it near any containers
such as vases, bottles, or glasses that have the potential to spill into any of the guitar’s openings or
electronic components. Should any moisture/liquid seep into the guitar (such as water), turn off the
power immediately and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service technician.
If you notice any abnormality
• Should one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power, remove all batteries
from the instrument and have the instrument inspected by a qualified Yamaha service technician.
- Emission of unusual smells or smoke.
- An object has been dropped into the instrument.
- A sudden loss of sound.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical
injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions
include, but are not limited to, the following:
Connection
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all compo-
nents. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum.
• Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise
the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
Location
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
Handling caution
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use
excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of time at a high or
uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experi-
ence any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
* Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifi-
cations made to this instrument.
* Information regarding the batteries can be found in the Specifications Section of this
owner’s manual.
* Please review the Operating Procedures section of this manual prior to connecting
your guitar to an external audio device such as a guitar amplifier, etc.
Operating Procedures
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Using without an amplifier (Only using the TA function)
Add reverb and/or chorus effects to the guitars acoustic sound.
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Push the TA switch to turn ON the TA function (green LED lights).
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Use the Reverb and Chorus controls to adjust each effect.
* Please take note that high effect volume levels can result in feedback.
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Using with an amplifier, etc. (used as an electric acoustic guitar).
The sound, with effects applied, can be output via the output jack.
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Connect a cable to the output jack to send the signal to external equipment (red LED lights).
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Use the Line Out Volume control to adjust the volume, and the Reverb and Chorus controls
to adjust each effect.
* In this condition, the TA ON/OFF switch can be used to select whether or not to si-
multaneously generate the effect sound from the guitar’s body. When the TA switch
is OFF, the effects are still output via the line out signal.
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Removing the cable from the output jack switches the power OFF (the TA function also
switches OFF at this time).
Auto Power-Off Function
Both the power and the TA function automatically switch off if there is no input for more than 30 minutes.
* The auto power-off function is disabled when a cable is connected to the instrument.
* The TA function power is also switched off when feedback is produced for more
than 30 seconds.
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha TransAcoustic
TM
Guitar. The TransAcoustic
TM
guitar
is a unique and innovative instrument that enhances the natural sound and dimension of
a Yamaha acoustic guitar by utilizing its body and proprietary technology to offer musi
-
cians a new immersive acoustic playing experience. To obtain the best performance and
potential from this instrument, we encourage you to read this manual before use.
Note that this manual covers only the electronic parts of this product. For information on
the other non-electronic parts, refer to the separate Acoustic Guitar Owner’s Manual.
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Release the lock
AA battery
x2
Battery Holder
Tab
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Line Out Volume Control/TA Switch
To turn on the TransAcoustic guitar, press this knob for approximately 0.3 seconds.
When a cable is connected to the TransAcoustic’s output/line out jack, the output level
can be adjusted by rotating this control to the right (clockwise) to increase the level, or
to the left (counterclockwise) to reduce the level.
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Reverb Control
Adjusts the reverb effect. Turning this control to the right (clockwise) increases the level
of the effect and selects between the TransAcoustic’s two reverb types: Room and Hall
(in the 12:00 position). Turning it all the way to the left (counterclockwise) bypasses/
switches the reverb effect off.
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Chorus Control
Adjusts the chorus effect. Turing this control to the right (clockwise) increases in the
intensity of the chorus effect. Turning it all the way to the left (counterclockwise) by-
passes/switches the chorus effect off.
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Output Jack/Battery Holder
The output jack and battery compartment are combined into a single unit. Inserting a
plug into the output jack switches the internal preamplifier ON.
* To prolong the life of your battery, please unplug the cable from the output jack when not in use.
LED Display Details
The LED located inside the sound hole flashes red when it is time to change the batteries.
Once the LED begins flashing, the remaining operation time is approximately two hours
with alkaline batteries and about one hour when using nickel metal hydride batteries (Time
varies according to operating conditions). Please replace the batteries as soon as possible.
Green LED Red LED Condition
Lights Lights TA Function ON, Line Out ON
Lights — TA Function ON
— Lights Line Out ON
— Flashing Battery Warning
LED
Controls
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TM
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