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Steel Strings Model

SLG200S

Nylon Strings Model

SLG200N

SLG200NW

Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha “SILENT guitar™”.

This product represents a new type of guitar that builds on the original solid-

body structure, one that emphasizes quietness and portability, with Yamaha’s

exclusive SRT POWERED system, which simulates the natural, full resonance

of an acoustic guitar recorded in a studio using high quality microphones.

In order to obtain maximum performance and enjoyment from this instru-

ment, we urge you to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the

instrument. After read, we recommend that you keep it in a convenient place for

future reference.

* “SILENT guitar™” and the logo are trademarks of the Yamaha Corporation.

Contents

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

Main Body/Accessories ..................................................5

Nomenclature ..................................................................6

Attaching the Frame ........................................................9

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

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

Powering with AC Current ................................................ 10

Using the Tuner .............................................................11

About the Auto Power O󰀨 Function.............................12

Changing the Strings ....................................................13

Tuning Machine Tension Adjustment ..........................14

Truss Rod Adjustment ..................................................14

Specications ................................................................15

English

Summary of content (16 pages)

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SLG200S SLG200N Nylon Strings Model SLG200NW English Steel Strings Model Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha “SILENT guitar™”. This product represents a new type of guitar that builds on the original solidbody structure, one that emphasizes quietness and portability, with Yamaha’s exclusive SRT POWERED system, which simulates the natural, full resonance of an acoustic guitar recorded in a studio using high quality microphones.
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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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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: Power supply/AC power adaptor • Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators.
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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: Power supply/AC power adaptor • Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
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Main Body/Accessories After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. ● Main Body x 1 Steel String Model Nylon String Model ● Detachable Frame x 1 ● Stereo Earphones x 1 ● Neck Adjustment Hex-wrench x 1 ● Exclusive Soft Case x 1 To place the Silent Guitar in the soft case, remove the detachable frame from the instrument, and then place the individual parts into the case as shown in the diagram.
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Nomenclature l Front l Rear Tuning Peg Nut Neck Fingerboard Detachable Frame Frame Fixing Screw 1 (Doubles as the strap pin) Horn Fixed Frame Finger Rest Saddle Pickup (underneath the saddle) Bridge Body Frame Fixing Screw 2 (Doubles as the strap pin) Rear Electronics Section → See page 7 The steel string model is used in the illustration above. (Tuning pegs, fingerboard, and bridge shape are different on the nylon string model.
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Nomenclature l Rear Electronics Section To Power Outlet Power Adaptor (sold separately) Battery Case Power Adaptor Jack Control Panel AUX IN Jack (Stereo Mini) PHONES Jack (Stereo Mini) CD Player Portable Music Player Metronome Stereo Inner Earphones Stereo Headphones LINE OUT Jack (Monaural) * Connecting/disconnecting a cable to the LINE OUT jack switches the power ON/OFF. • Insert plug → power ON • Disconnect plug → power OFF Guitar Amp Powered Speaker Recording Equipment Mixer, etc.
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Nomenclature l Control Section t TUNER Switch Switches the tuner function ON/OFF. With the power ON, press this switch to enter the tuner mode, then press again to leave the tuner mode and return to the play mode. * Sound output from the Silent Guitar and the AUX IN jack are both muted while in the tuner mode. * Refer to page 11 for instructions on how to use the tuner. y Display q Power Switch This switches the Silent Guitar’s power ON/ OFF. Use a slightly long press (more than 0.5 sec.
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Attaching the Frame The Silent Guitar ships from the factory with its detachable frame removed. Please follow the instructions below to properly attach the detachable frame to the body. 1. Loosen Frame Fixing Screw 1 located at the heel of the neck and Frame Fixing Screw 2 located at the base of the instrument. 2. First, insert the Frame Pin (Lower) about halfway into the fixing hole on the guitar. 3.
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Power Supply The Silent Guitar can operate either with the power adaptor or batteries as its power source. Make sure that the power is switched OFF on the Silent Guitar when preparing the power supply. Using Batteries 1. Press the release lever in the direction indicated on the battery case to release the lock, then pull out the battery holder. 2. Install two AA alkaline or NiMH batteries into the holder making sure their polarities are aligned as shown in the illustration inside the holder.
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Using the Tuner 1. With the power ON, press the TUNER switch to enter the Tuner Mode. The LED display lights when in the Tuner Mode (tuner standby). 2. Tune the string until the note name of the desired pitch appears in the display. 3. Tuning is complete when the “ * Output is muted when in the Tuner Mode. Pitch is low ” in the middle of the “ →→→ Pitch is tuned ” display lights. →→→ Pitch is high 4. Press the TUNER switch again to return to the Play Mode.
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About the Auto Power Off Function To prevent unnecessary power consumption, the instrument is equipped with an Auto Power Off Function that automatically switches the power off if the instrument has not been played for more than 30 minutes. If the Auto Power Off function switches the instrument’s power OFF, simply press the power switch again to continue using the instrument. * The Auto Power OFF function is enabled when shipped from the factory.
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Changing the Strings n Caution When Changing Strings CAUTION • When adjusting or replacing the strings, do not put your face close to the instrument. The strings may unexpectedly break injuring your eyes. If you cut the strings when replacing, make sure you loosen the peg sufficiently before cutting. In addition to damaging the neck, the sudden loss of string tension will result in the strings rebounding causing serious injury. • Sensors that pick up string vibrations are installed beneath the saddle.
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Tuning Machine Tension Adjustment (Steel String Model) The tuning machines have spring-loaded mechanisms which automatically take up wear, preventing backlash. However, it is possible to adjust the amount of pressure required to turn the machines. Each machine has a tension adjustment screw q, as illustrated. Tighten ● Clockwise screw rotation tightens the machine. The tuning machines should be adjusted to the extent that they are firm, but can turn smoothly.
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Specifications Neck Mahogany Body Mahogany Fingerboard Rosewood (SLG200S SLG200N) Ebony (SLG200NW) Bridge Rosewood Frame Rosewood/Maple Strings Steel string model: Folk guitar strings Nylon string model: Classic guitar nylon strings Sensor Original piezo type bar sensor Controls • • • • • • • • Power Switch TUNER Switch VOLUME TREBLE BASS BLEND (P.U. n MIC.) EFFECT (REV1 n REV2 n CHO) AUX Input/Output Jacks • • • • LINE OUT (Φ6.3 Standard Monaural, output impedance: 1 kΩ) PHONES (Φ3.