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Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha SILENT Violin

. In order to obtain the

maximum performance and enjoyment from your SILENT Violin

, we urge you

to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Please

keep this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for later reference.

Precautions.................................................................... 3

Main Body/Accessories ................................................ 4

Nomenclature ................................................................ 5

Setup .............................................................................. 7

■ Tuning ......................................................................................... 7

■ The Shoulder Rest ...................................................................... 8

■ The Bow (supplied with the SV130S) ......................................... 8

■ Changing Strings ........................................................................ 8

Power Supply............................................................... 10

■ Using Batteries ......................................................................... 10

■ Supplying AC Power ................................................................. 10

Using the Controls ...................................................... 11

The Reverb................................................................... 11

Connecting External Devices..................................... 12

■ AUX IN jack .............................................................................. 13

■ LINE OUT jack .......................................................................... 13

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

SV130/SV130S

Owner’s Manual

Contents

English

Summary of content (15 pages)

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English SV130/SV130S English Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha SILENT ViolinTM. In order to obtain the maximum performance and enjoyment from your SILENT ViolinTM, we urge you to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Please keep this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for later reference. Contents Precautions .................................................................... 3 Main Body/Accessories ................................................
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adaptor). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adaptor other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. 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.
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Your SILENT ViolinTM will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules given below: ■ Location ■ Handling and Transport Do not expose it to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage. • Direct sunlight (e.g. near a window). • High temperatures (e.g. near a heat source, outside, or in a car during the daytime). • Excessive humidity. • Excessive dust. • Strong vibration. ■ Power Supply • Turn the power switch OFF when not in use.
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Main Body/Accessories After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. SV130 • Violin SV130 • SUM-3 (AA) size Manganese batteries x2 • Bridge * The supplied battery is for demonstration purposes. • Stereo earphones • Audio cable • Shoulder rest : KUN Yamaha Special SV130S The following items are in addition to the SV130 package.
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Nomenclature ● Front Tuning peg Nut Neck Fingerboard 4th string (G) 2nd string (A) 3rd string (D) 1st string (E) Body Bridge Frame Chin rest Bridge seat Adjuster Tailpiece 5
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● Controls VOLUME REVERB switch POWER switch ROOM/HALL 1/HALL 2 REV.
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Setup ■ Tuning The SILENT ViolinTM is shipped from the factory with the bridge unfitted. First, set up the bridge and then proceed with tuning. • The lower side of the bridge supports the 1st string (E), the higher side supports the 4th string (G). Make sure the bridge is placed properly, then set the bridge in the bridge seat. The side of the bridge with the AUBERT logo should face the tailpiece. • Ensure that the bridge stands vertically. If it leans to one side, use both hands to adjust.
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■ The Shoulder Rest The shoulder rest accessory is supplied to give you added support when holding the violin between your shoulder and chin. Refer to the illustration and insert the shoulder rest into the holes provided (on the rear of the instrument) to suit your playing position. Shoulder rest Pins • If the instrument can be held comfortably without the shoulder rest, the use of the rest won’t be necessary. • The pins on the shoulder rest slightly point outward.
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2 3 Place the ball (on the end of the string) in the notch on the adjuster. Make sure the ball is properly inserted in the adjuster’s notch. Adjuster’s notch Ball Insert the other end of the string into the hole on the tuning peg. Ensure that the string is wound on the right side of the hole for the 1st (E) and 2nd (A) strings, and on the left side of the hole for the 3rd (D) and 4th (G) strings. Next, check the bridge does not fall over as you wind the strings.
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Power Supply The SILENT ViolinTM can be operated with either battery or AC power. Always turn the power switch (OFF/ON/REV.ON) on the rear panel OFF before making AC power connections or replacing batteries. ■ Using Batteries 1 Open the battery compartment situated on the back of the SILENT ViolinTM. 2 Insert the two batteries supplied (SUM-3 (AA) size). Take careful note of the polarity markings as shown in the illustration above, and insert the batteries. 3 Replace the battery compartment cover.
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Using the Controls 1 Slide the POWER switch, located on the rear of the instrument, to its ON position. The lamp will light green. 2 Connect the stereo earphones to the PHONES jack on the side of the instrument, make sure that the L & R side earphones are used in the correct ears. 3 Rotate the VOLUME dial to the desired playing level. Lights green • Do not operate at high volume levels when using earphones. Doing so can lead to irreparable damage to your hearing.
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Connecting External Devices SILENT ViolinTM SUM-3 (AA) size battery x2 • Using the cord hook Wrap the power adaptor’s cord around the cord hook (prevents cord from being unplugged). or Power Adaptor (Option) Cord hook Electric Outlet DC-IN 9-12V LINE OUT Stereo Earphones PHONES AUX IN Powered Speaker CD Player MD Player Electronic Tuner P.A.
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■ AUX IN jack ■ LINE OUT jack • The AUX IN jack, located on the side of the instrument, can be used to connect an external stereo signal source to the SILENT ViolinTM. Connecting the audio output of a CD player, cassette player, etc. to the instrument allows you to play along with the external audio source. • The LINE OUT jack, located on the side panel, delivers the stereo signal of the SILENT ViolinTM to external audio equipment.
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Specifications Neck Maple Body Spruce Fingerboard Ebony Tuning Pegs Ebony and resin hybrid type Bridge Maple (Aubert) Frame/Chin Rest/Tailpiece ABS Resin Adjuster 4 pieces (Wittner) Strings Ball-end type Sensor Piezo pick-up (underneath the bridge) Connectors/Controls • Headphone Output • AUX IN (w/Volume Control) • LINE OUT • Volume • Reverb Switch (ROOM/HALL 1/HALL 2) • POWER Switch (OFF/ON/REV.
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日本語 English 取扱説明書 Owner’s Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi Manuale dell’utente Manual del propietario WN46910 1202 R2 Printed in Japan Español Français Deutsch SV130/SV130S