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Contents

PRECAUTIONS............................................. 3

Main Unit / Accessories.................................. 5

Parts Diagram: Main Unit................................ 6

Parts Diagram: Control Box ............................. 8

Installing/Replacing batteries....................................... 10

About the Auto power off function ............................... 10

Tuning and Changing the Strings..................... 11

The Shoulder Rest ...................................... 13

Specifications ........................................... 14

Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha SILENT Violin™.

The YSV104 is a new version of the SILENT Violin that incorporates Yamaha’s

exclusive SRT Powered system.

SRT Powered system simulates the natural sound and resonance of an acoustic

violin by using samples that were recorded using high-quality microphones that

were placed in the position of the player’s ears. This gives players a natural

playing experience through headphones, while its solid body design has

reduced the actual sound output.

In order to obtain maximum performance and enjoyment from this instrument,

we urge you to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the instru-

ment. We recommend that you keep it in a convenient place for future reference.

* “SILENT Violin™” and the logo are trademarks of the Yamaha Cor-

poration.

* SRT: Studio Response Technology

YSV104

Owner’s Manual

English

Summary of content (14 pages)

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YSV104 English Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha SILENT Violin™. The YSV104 is a new version of the SILENT Violin that incorporates Yamaha’s exclusive SRT Powered system. SRT Powered system simulates the natural sound and resonance of an acoustic violin by using samples that were recorded using high-quality microphones that were placed in the position of the player’s ears.
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
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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.
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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: Connections • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum.
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Main Unit / Accessories After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included.  Main unit × 1 (The instrument is shipped from the factory with its bridge laying down.)  Control box × 1  Cable × 2 (Used to connect the instrument to the proprietary Control box. External audio devices can be connected via the Control box.
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Parts Diagram: Main Unit  Front  Rear Tuning peg Nut Fingerboard Neck Neck 4th string (G) 3rd string (D) 2nd string (A) 1st string (E) Frame q Volume control (instrument) Body w Jack (connect to Bridge Control box) Adjuster Tailpiece Chin rest 6 EN Shoulder rest
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q Volume control (instrument) Adjusts the instrument’s output level volume to the proprietary Control box. NOTE • If the sound is distorted, rotate the Volume control dial to the left. w Jack (connect to Control box) This jack is used to receive power from the Control box and transmit the audio signal from the instrument to the Control box. Use the supplied cable to connect the instrument to the “Instrument jack” ( ) on the Control box.
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Parts Diagram: Control Box * For use with the YSV104. Not compatible with other instruments. w  Top side u q e r t y q Power switch (OFF/ON)/indicator This is the unit’s power switch. The “ON” position supplies the unit with power (indicator lights). * Always make sure that the earphones or headphones are removed from your ears before switching the power ON or OFF. w Sound type switch (ROOM/HALL) Selects the type of sound. ROOM: Ideal setting for practice.
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r AUX IN jack (stereo mini phone jack) Use the supplied cable (or a commercially available audio cable) to connect an external audio player or other such device to the AUX IN jack for playing along with audio from the external device. * Use the volume control on the external audio device to control its volume. t PHONES jack ( stereo mini phone jack) For connecting a pair of stereo earphones or headphones to the unit.
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 Installing/Replacing batteries The device is powered by two AA alkaline or nickel-metal hydride* batteries. * The device may not function properly due to the discharging characteristics of some nickel-metal hydride batteries. CAUTION Before replacing batteries, make sure that the power is switched “OFF”. 1 2 3 Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit, and remove the old batteries. Install the new batteries following the polarity markings in the illustration.
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Tuning and Changing the Strings Because the bridge includes a built-in pickup, which is connected to the body with a thin cable, the instrument ships from the factory with the bridge laying down. First, set up the bridge and then proceed with tuning. As the strings get old, sound quality will gradually decrease, and it will become difficult to tune the instrument. Change the strings as soon as you think they are getting old. WARNING • The ends of the strings are sharp and can cut fingers.
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CAUTION G D Make sure that the strings are resting in their appropriate grooves in the bridge when playing the instrument. Strings may come out of their grooves when adjusting the bridge or changing strings. Since the 1st (E) and 4th (G) strings tend to come out of their grooves more easily, use your fingers to hold those strings gently in place when tuning the instrument. Also, the 1st (E) string is fitted with a protective tube. Make sure that the tube rests on the bridge.
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 Winding the strings The adjusters should be set to the middle of the adjustment range. (Please refer to this section when changing the strings) 1 2 Before you string the instrument, set all adjusters so that they are in the middle of its adjustment range. Place the ball (on the end of the string) in the notch on the adjuster, making sure the ball is properly inserted in the notch. String Adjuster notch Ball CAUTION Do not use loop end E strings.
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Specifications  Main unit Neck Body Fingerboard Tuning pegs Bridge Frame Tailpiece Strings Pickup Power String length Dimensions Weight Controls Maple Spruce Rosewood Ebony Maple (with built-in pickup) Synthetic resin Synthetic resin (equipped with adjusters) Ball-end type violin strings (D’Addario Zyex) Bridge w/ built-in piezo-electric pickup Supplied via the Control box connection 328 mm (12-15/16") 583 (L) × 206 (W) × 111 (H) mm 22-15/16" (L) × 8-1/8" (W) × 4-3/8" (H) Approximately 490 g (1 lbs. 1 oz.