Yamaha SV130 Musical Instrument User Manual
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1. strings Ensure that the strings pass over the cor responding slits on the top of the bridge Make sure that the bridge is standing vertically The 1st string E has a protective tube on it Make sure the tube is placed on the bridge as shown in the illustration Wound to the right 2nd string A a Wound to the left 4 Use a piano tuning fork tuner etc and adjust the pitch of each string using the tuning pegs 5 Finally use the adjuster to fine tune the strings Rotate the Rotate the tuning peg tuning peg as shown as shown 1st string E If the adjuster is too loose it could produce noise while playing t Don t loosen too much Adjuster e When the instrument is not going to be used for an extended period of time loosen the strings until the pitch drops a whole tone Power Supply The Silent Violin 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 E Using Batteries 1 Open the battery compartment situated on the back Battery compart 4 ment cover of the Silent Violin SUM 3 AA 2 Insert the two batteries supplied SUM 3 AA size Balen size Take careful note of the polarity markings as shown in the illustration above and insert the bat teries 3 Replace the battery compartment cover For custo2. Music Ltd Ceci ne s applique qu aux produits distribu s par Yamaha Canada Musique Lt e Your Silent Violin will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules given below E Location E Handling and Transport Do not expose it to the following conditions to e Never apply excessive force to the controls con avoid deformation discoloration or more seri nectors or other parts f ous damage Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly not by pulling on the cable e Disconnect all cables before moving the unit e Physical shocks caused by dropping bumping or placing heavy objects on the unit can result in scratches and more serious damage e Direct sunlight e g near a window e High temperatures e g near a heat source out side or in a car during the daytime Excessive humidity Excessive dust e Strong vibration m Cleaning e Clean the cabinet and panel with a dry soft cloth A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt e Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner e Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the unit vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface E Power Supply e Turn the power switch OFF when not in use e If you use an AC power adaptor unplug the adap tor from the AC outlet if not to be used for an extended period of time Unplug the AC power adaptor during electric storms E Electrical Interference Nite gadsk rtas a a
3. this reverb simulates the natural reverberation found in a room e HALL 1 mode this reverb simulates the natural reverberation found in a hall HALL2mode the same reverb simulation as HALL 1 but with a longer decay time 11 Connecting External Devices SUM 3 AA size battery x2 Ca or Power Adaptor Option Electric 64 Outlet 4 Silent Violin LO BH _ J Ox UY Cassette Player 12 CD Player MD Player EET t o m a f Cr O T A LT VR Electronic Metronome e Using the cord hook Wrap the power adaptor s cord around the cord hook prevents cord from being unplugged Cord hook Powered Speaker Electronic Tuner P A Mixer Recording Mixer U U a ofalalolalelalelalalalalalalalale o o o o o o o o o o ca o o o o ojo o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ae o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ololololololololololololololololololo a E AUX IN jack The AUX IN jack loc
4. SI tent Violin SV130 SV130S Owner s Manual Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Violin In order to obtain the maxi mum 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 Contents Precautions Main Body Accessories Nomenclature M The Bow supplied with the SV130S Changing Strings Power Supply E Using Batteries E Supplying AC Power Using the Controls The Reverb Connecting External Devices WAVIN Jaka ina a a a ates E LINE OUT jack Specifications English 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 SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing However Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units Do not attempt to service this product
5. ated on the side of the instrument can be used to connect an external stereo signal source to the Silent Violin 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 AUX IN jack s signal level can be controlled with the AUX VOL control E LINE OUT jack The LINE OUT jack located on the side panel delivers the stereo signal of the Silent Violin to external audio eguipment Use an audio cable to connect the instrument to the audio input jack of external speakers mixing console cassette player etc to listen from exter nal audio equipment or recording You can also connect this jack to the INPUT jack on an elec tronic tuner and tune the Silent Violin like an elec tronic instrument using the instrument s output signal r ment and your hearing cause damage to the internal electronics with this instrument plied with the instrument e Before connecting the Silent Violin to any external devices make sure that the power of all related devices is turned OFF Set the volume level of any external audio sources to the mini mum level before connecting anything High volume settings could cause damage to the equip If a connection cord is unplugged while the power is ON it may result in damage to the equip ment The sudden shock to your ears may be great so please use with care Be careful not to step on the cord Th
6. beyond that described in the user maintenance instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel This product either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker s may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist IMPORTANT The louder the sound the shorter the time period before damage occurs NOTICE Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works when the unit is operating as designed are not covered by the manufacturer s warranty and are therefore the owner s responsibility Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them meet these goals In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law we want you to be aware of the following Battery Notice This product MAY contain a small non rechargeable battery which if applicable is soldered in place The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years When replacement becomes necessary contact a q
7. e cord may break equipment may be damaged and this may cause a substantial shock to your ears The signal from the Silent Violin s output jacks must NEVER be returned to the AUX IN jack either directly or through external equipment Doing so will result in feedback which may Commercially available mini plug cables sometimes are equipped with plugs featuring a larger base grip diameter see A in illus tration on the right which may cause faulty contact when used Please make sure to use a audio cable identical to the one sup alco 13 Specifications Neck Body Fingerboard Tuning Pegs Bridge Frame Chin Rest Tailpiece Adjuster Strings Sensor Connectors Controls Power Maple Spruce Ebony Ebony and resin hybrid type Maple Aubert ABS Resin 4 pieces Wittner Ball end type Piezo pick up underneath the bridge e Headphone Output e AUX IN w Volume Control LINE OUT Volume Reverb Switch ROOM HALL 1 HALL 2 POWER Switch OFF ON REV ON SUM 3 AA size battery x2 AC Adaptor dual power source Battery Life Continuous Use Using Manganese batteries e Without Reverb POWER Switch ON approximately 20 hours e With Reverb POWER Switch REV ON approximately 4 hours Using Alkaline batteries e Without Reverb POWER Switch ON approximately 60 hours e With Reverb POWER Switch REV ON approximately 12 hours String Length 328 mm 12 15 16 Di
8. hase Model Serial No Purchase Date 92 BP PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FCC INFORMATION U S A 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT This product when installed as indicated in the instructions con tained in this manual meets FCC requirements Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority granted by the FCC to use the product IMPORTANT when connecting this product to accessories and or another product use only high quality shielded cables Cable s supplied with this product MUST be used Follow all installation instructions Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations Part 15 for Class B digital devices Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices This equipment generates uses radio frequencies and if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the user s manual may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices 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
9. idge seat Adjuster Tailpiece Controls S VOLUME VOLUME REVERB switch A ERB ohne POWER switch ROOM HALL 1 HALL 2 H Room _ rev REV ON ON OFF Mang Eon HALL2 as OFF N DC IN 9 12V jack Power adaptor connector Cord hook g T DC IN 9 12V 9 TA LINE OUT LINE OUT jack Standard stereo phone type PHONEs PHONES jack Stereo earphones Stereo mini type AUX IN AUX IN jack Stereo mini type Javxvor AUX VOL AUX volume Ne E Tuning The Silent Violin 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 Ist string E the higher side supports the 4th string G Make sure the bridge is placed properly then set the ath string ist string bridge in the bridge seat The side of the bridge with GRD AUBERT the AUBERT logo should face the tailpiece Ensure that the bridge stands vertically If it leans to Looking from the tailpiece one side use both hands to adjust Make sure that each string passes over the corresponding slits in the bridge Properly aligned Escutcheon The strings are tuned to the following pitches The Jailpiege Ist string is tuned to E the 2nd string to A the 3rd string to D and the 4th string to G Use a piano tuning fork tuner etc and adju
10. ly a small amount of rosin to the bow hairs Loosen the bow whenever the bow is not used e If the bow is not used for an extended period of time the hairs may suffer damage caused by insects Please treat with care Rotate the screw to adjust the bow s tension A Fre Bow hair E Changing Strings 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 e The end of the strings are sharp and can cut fingers Use caution when changing strings e When changing or adjusting strings do not put your face close to the instrument The string may suddenly break resulting in eye or other unexpected injuries Winding the Strings T The adjuster should be set to the middle of its adjust ment range 1 Before you string the instrument set the adjuster so that itis in the middle ofits adjustment range All adjusters 2 Place the ball on the end of the string in the Adjuster s notch notch on the adjuster Make sure the ball is prop 8 Ball erly inserted in the adjuster s notch T 3 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
11. mensions 587 L x 195 W x 110 H mm 23 1 8 L x 7 11 16 W x 4 5 16 H Weight with batteries 650g 1 Ibs 7 oz Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
12. mers in the Netherlands Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd 5 3 Wanneer deze leeg zijn moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA Slide the POWER switch to the ON position the lamp will light green Slide the switch POWER to the REV ON position the lamp will flash red When battery power is low the lamp s ly DEVON color changes to orange the sound becomes distorted the Reverb does not prop a ON erly function and noise becomes audible When one of these symptoms appears IS OFF take note of the following cautions and replace the batteries an AN e Always follow the signs when inserting the batteries Improper insertion may result in fire e Always replace worn batteries with a complete set of new batteries Never mix new and old batteries Do not mix different types of batteries alkaline and manganese or batteries from different manufac turers or different types by the same manufacturer Doing so may result in fire To prevent possible damage to the unit due to battery leakage and unnecessary power drain remove the batteries from the unit when it is not going to be used for an extended period of time e The supplied battery is for demonstration purposes E Supplying AC Power AC adaptor is optional please purchase the optional power adaptor PA 3C 1 Plug the adaptor s DC output cable into the Silent Violin s DC IN 9 12V jack located on the side of the instrument making sure it i
13. of old products and batteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment please contact your dealer or supplier for further information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Cd Note for the battery symbol bottom two symbol examples This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved Main Body Accessories After opening the packaging please check that all the parts listed below are in cluded e Violin Bridge e SUM 3 AA size SV130 Manganese batteries x2 m The supplied battery is for KO demonstration purposes Oui On OH CB 69 e Audio cable e Stereo earphones SV130S The following items are in addition to the SV130 package e Bow 4 4 size i e Rosin PIRASTRO Schwarz 9005 e Hard case Nomenclature Front Tuning peg Fingerboard 4th string G 2nd string A 1st string E Body Bridge Frame Chin rest Br
14. s firmly inserted into the jack 2 Plug the AC adaptor into a convenient wall AC power socket e Battery power is automatically disconnected when the AC adaptor is connected e When using an AC adaptor make sure you use only the appointed compatible adaptor The use of an incompatible adaptor may result in damage to the instrument or cause fire etc Please use with caution 10 Using the Controls 1 Slide the POWER switch located on the rear of the instrument to its ON position The lamp will light as S green 2 Connect the stereo earphones to the PHONES jack on the side of the instrument make sure that the L amp R side earphones are used in the correct ears REVERB POWER ROOM 4 REV ON 3 Rotate the VOLUME dial to the desired playing gt M HALLI amp ZOZ ON ie HALL2 ZS N oFF t Lights green Do not operate at high volume levels when using earphones Doing so can lead to irreparable damage to your hearing The Reverb The Silent Violins incorporates Yamaha s ls S DSP reverb technology Play while trying out VOLUME the three types of reverb S 1 Slide the POWER switch to the REV ON position lt the lamp will light red and reverb will be applied to the Silent Violin s sound REVERB POWER ROOM x sc 2 Slide the REVERB switch to select one of the three HALL1 E mi ON reverb modes HALL2 rS OFF Lights red e ROOM mode
15. se This unit contains electric circuitry and may cause i a interference if placed too close to radio or television tion such as electric heaters or ovens Also avoid receivers If this occurs move it further away from using multi plug adaptors since these can result in the affected eq ipment reduced sound quality and possibly damage IH Turn Power OFF When Making Connections e To avoid damage to the Silent Violin and other YAMAHA is not responsible for damage devices to which it is connected a sound system caused by improper handling or operation for example turn the power switches of all related devices OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting audio cables Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Eguipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products packaging and or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002 96 EC and 2006 66 EC T By disposing of these products and batteries correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling For more information about collection and recycling
16. st the pitch of each string using the tuning pegs When Poor alignment Poor alignment rotating the peg apply firm pressure towards the head stock Bridge is placed vertically e If the adjuster is too loose e After tuning is complete make sure the bridge is it could produce noise while still properly aligned If the bridge is leaning in ei playing ther direction slightly loosen the strings and care oe fully re align the bridge using both hands t Dortisos n so mich Finally use the adjuster to fine tune the strings E The Shoulder Rest ernis The shoulder rest accessory is supplied to give you added support when holding the violin be tween your shoulder and chin Refer to the illus PA 4 Pins tration and insert the shoulder rest into the holes provided on the rear of the instrument to suit your playing position t4 e If the instrument can be held comfortably without the shoulder rest the use of the rest won t be nec essary e The pins on the shoulder rest slightly point outward When you attach the shoulder rest insert one pin about half way into its hole and then slightly bend the shoulder rest so that the second pin aligns with the corresponding hole and insert E The Bow supplied with the SV130S e Apply rosin to the bow hairs before using Before using the bow for the first time apply rosin carefully and evenly to the whole bow From the 2nd time app
17. ualified service representative to perform the replace ment This product may also use household type batteries Some of these may be rechargeable Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged When installing batteries do not mix old batteries with new or with batteries of a different type Batteries MUST be installed correctly Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture Warning Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery Keep all batteries away from children Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area Note Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information Disposal Notice Should this product become damaged beyond repair or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end please observe all local state and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead batteries plastics etc If your dealer is unable to assist you please contact Yamaha directly NAMEPLATE LOCATION The nameplate is located on the bottom of the product The model number serial number power requirements etc are located on this plate You should record the model number serial number and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purc
18. unit OFF and ON please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference Utilize power outlets that are on different branch circuit breaker or fuse circuits or install AC line filter s In the case of radio or TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product If you cannot locate the appropriate retailer please contact Yamaha Corporation of America Electronic Service Division 6600 Orangethorpe Ave Buena Park CA 90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries CANADA THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA 2 e This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada
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