User Manual

Battery Holder
Control Section
Output Jack
(with power switch function)
Pickup Section
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha electric-acoustic guitar.
In order to make the most of the advanced features and performance provided
by your guitar, please read this manual carefully before using the instrument.
NOMENCLATURE/THE CONTROLS
The built-in preamplifier is automatically turned ON when a guitar
cable is connected to the output jack.
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VOL Control
Controls the volume.
* Always set the volume to its minimum level when connecting or disconnect-
ing the cable.
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BATT. (Battery Check) Indicator
This indicator will light when the battery needs to be replaced. Please replace the
battery as soon as possible when the BATT. indicator lights.
* The battery check indicator may light momentarily when the TUNER switch
is pressed. This is not a sign however, that the battery power is low.
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3-Band Equalizer
LOW : Boosts or cuts the level of the low frequencies.
MID : Boosts or cuts the level of the middle frequencies. The AMF control
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justs the center frequency of the band affected by this control.
HIGH : Boosts or cuts the level of the high frequencies.
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AMF Control
Sets the center frequency of the band of frequencies affected by the MID equalizer
control. The range is from 80 Hz to 10 kHz.
* This control has no effect when the MID equalizer control is set to its center
position.
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Tuner Display
Displays tuner information.
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TUNER Switch
Switches the tuner ON/OFF.
SPECIFICATIONS
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System:
System-66
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Pickup:
Bar Sensor (Piezo type)
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Preamplifier Con-
trols:
Vol., 3-Band EQ (HIGH, MID, LOW), AMF control, TUNER
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Output Jack:
Com-
bination end pin/power switch
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Output Impedance:
1kΩ
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Batteries:
Size AA
alkaline battery (LR6) x2
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Battery Life:
Approx. 180 hours (Without tuner and using
alkaline batteries. May differ due to operating conditions.)
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Tuner:
Chromatic type (12
semi-tones), A4=440Hz, Accuracy range +/– 3 cents
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Accessories:
Neck adjustment
hex-wrench x1, Size AA alkaline battery x2
Acoustic Electric Guitar
Owner’s Manual
USING THE TUNER
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Press and hold the TUNER switch until the
display lights to switch the tuner
power ON.
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Tune the guitar string until the note name of the desired pitch appears in the display.
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The string is in tune when only the
lamp lights in the center of the display.
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Press the TUNER switch again to switch the tuner power OFF. Also, if the note name is
not shown in the display for more than 1 minute, the power will automatically switch
OFF. (
display goes off)
* It may take a few seconds before the tuner can detect pitches after being
switched ON.
* The note name and
displays may have difculty keeping up with ir-
regular pitch changes. Gradually change the pitch and check when tuning.
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The tuner may not be able to detect notes rich with overtones or with very short sustain.
* Sound output is not muted when the tuner is being used.
Pitch is low
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g
g
In Tune
f
f
f
Pitch is high
Release Lever
Battery Holder
Alkaline
battery x2
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
As battery power becomes low, the battery check indicator will light. Replace the bat-
teries as soon as possible.
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Press the release lever on the battery case in the
direction indicated by the arrow in the illus-
tration in order to unlock it, and then slide out the
battery holder.
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Remove the old batteries from the battery holder,
and insert the two new size AA alkaline batter-
ies. Make sure that the poles on the batteries
are properly positioned as shown in the diagram
inside of the holder.
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Slide the battery holder back into the battery
case and press firmly so that the battery holder
locks in place.
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 at-
tempt to disassemble or modify the internal components in any way. If it should appear
to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified
Yamaha service personnel.
Water warning
Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, place it on
any containers (such as vases, bottles, or glasses) containing liquids that might spill into any
openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument, turn off the power immediately
and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
If you notice any abnormality
When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power and remove all bat-
teries from the instrument, then have the instrument inspected by Yamaha service personnel.
- It emits unusual smells or smoke.
- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.
- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.
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 to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.
* Information on the battery can be found in the section at the end of this sheet.
* Please read the instruction manual for the external audio device such as a guitar
amplifier, etc., prior to use.
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