UAB Home Theater Package (Subwoofer Integrated Receiver + Speaker) YHT-S401 (SR-301 + NS-BR301) Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers) 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2 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.
Caution: Read this before operating your unit. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper ventilation, allow the following minimum clearances.
INTRODUCTION USEFUL OPERATION Setup menu.............................................................18 Supplied parts ............................................................. 2 Remote control preparation ........................................ 2 Controls and functions ................................................ 3 Setup menu list.......................................................... 18 Basic procedure.........................................................
INTRODUCTION Getting started Supplied parts This product consists of the following items. Before making connections, make sure you have received all of the following items. ■ Units Subwoofer Integrated Receiver (SR-301) Speaker (NS-BR301) ■ Accessories Speaker cable × 1 (3 m) Remote control × 1 Indoor FM antenna × 1 (U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, China and Asia models) TV remote signal receptor × 1 Battery × 2 (AAA, R03, UM4) Mounting template × 1 (U.K.
Getting started INTRODUCTION Controls and functions ■ Front panel of the subwoofer integrated receiver 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 1 STATUS indicator Lights up to show the system condition. (☞ P. 10) 4 USB port For connecting a USB device. (☞ P. 16) 2 5 VOLUME –/+ Controls the volume of the unit. (☞ P. 10) (Power) Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. (☞ P. 10) Note 6 PHONES jack For connecting headphones. (☞ P.
Getting started ■ Front panel display of the subwoofer integrated receiver 1 2 3 45 8 7 6 1 HDMI indicator Lights up during normal communication when HDMI is selected as an input source. 3 Decoder indicators The respective indicator lights up when any of the decoders of the unit is activated. 2 Tuner indicators 4 Clear voice indicator Lights up when Clear voice mode is selected. (☞ P. 11) TUNED indicator Lights up when the unit is receiving a station. (☞ P.
Getting started 5 OPTION Enters option menu for each input. (☞ P. 13, 16, 22) Infrared signal transmitter 6 E 1 2 D (MENU), ( ), ( ), ( ), ENTER • Change setting. • Control iPod/iPhone and USB device such as USB flash memory, portable music player. (☞ P. 16) S / T: Scroll screen of iPod/iPhone, or skip folder of USB device. (☞ P. 16) INTRODUCTION ■ Remote control 7 RETURN • Cancels preset registration. (☞ P. 13) • Returns to previous menu in option menu. (☞ P.
PREPARATION Placing To enjoy quality sound thoroughly, place this unit in the appropriate positions, and install the components properly. The following illustrations are the setting images of this unit. Operation by the TV remote control is difficult (with the speaker beneath/under TV) TV remote control operation may be difficult if the speaker hides the sensor of your TV when beneath or under the TV. Try the solutions below and see whether this solves the problem.
Placing y Attaching the speaker to a wall 3 Hang the speaker on the screws using the keyholes on the back of the speaker. Installing the speaker using the screw holes You can also use the screw holes on the rear of the speaker for installing the speaker using a commercially available rack etc. Installing the speaker using the keyholes You can attach the speaker to a wall using commercially available screws (#8, Diameter: 4 mm (3/16”)). 38.
Connection • Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed. • Do not use excessive force when inserting the cable plug. Doing so may damage the cable plug and/or terminal. Connecting speakers Follow the procedure below to connect the subwoofer integrated receiver and speakers. Twist and pull off the insulation tube on the lead wire. Insert into the terminal by matching the wire color with the color-coded terminal on the rear panel.
Connection Connecting a TV and BD player Follow the steps below for cable connection according to the components you use. 1 HDMI cable (sold separately) 3 Optical cable (sold separately)* 2 HDMI cable (sold separately) 4 Indoor FM antenna (supplied) 1 y 1 Remove the cap 4 *2 2 Check the direction of the plug PREPARATION If the radio wave reception is weak in your area or you want to improve the radio wave reception, we recommend that you use an outdoor antenna.
BASIC OPERATION Basic playback operation Once you have finished all cable connections and remote control operation, follow the procedure below to start basic playback operation. Start playback on the selected external component. For information on the external component, refer to the instruction manual for the product. 3 1 2 4 Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume level. Press SUBWOOFER +/– to adjust the subwoofer level. y 4 • To turn off the volume temporarily, press MUTE.
Enjoying sound modes SURROUND CLEAR VOICE STEREO Playback in surround sound You can enjoy a realistic sound effect. Playback in stereo sound An extended sound is achieved for a 2 channel source such as a CD player. Press SURROUND to set surround mode. Press STEREO to enter extended stereo mode. Surround mode descriptions in following order “STEREO”: Reproduces the sound without any effect. “EXTENDED STEREO”: Reproduces a wider stereo image.
Enjoying sound modes / SUBWOOFER +/– UNIVOLUME LEVEL ENHANCER Compressed Music Enhancer Volume balance adjustment Play back digitally compressed format such as MP3 and WMA emphasizing bass and treble extended dynamically. You can adjust the volume balance of the virtual speakers and subwoofer during playback. Press ENHANCER to turn the function on/off. 1 Press LEVEL repeatedly to select adjustable When Compressed Music Enhancer is activated, ENHANCER indicator is displayed.
Listening to FM broadcasts Basic tuning operation ANALOG/FM INFO Press repeatedly to set the input to FM. Selects the information displayed in the front panel display. MEMORY Stores preset stations manually. PRESET / Select the preset FM stations. / Press to change the frequency by 1 step, or press and hold to search stations automatically. Cursor in the option menu BASIC OPERATION TUNING RETURN OPTION Returns to the previous menu or cancels the operation.
Listening to FM broadcasts ■ Manual station preset ■ Clearing the preset station Use this feature to preset your desired station manually. 1 Press OPTION to enter the option menu. 2 Display “3.CLEAR PRESET” using / 1 Tune into a radio station you want to preset. 2 Press MEMORY. “MANUAL PRESET” appears in the front panel display, followed soon by the preset number to which the station will be registered.
Listening to FM broadcasts ■ Switching the information display Each time you press INFO, the information display changes as follows: ■ Using the TP (traffic program) data service (Europe and Russia models only) Use this feature to receive the TP (traffic program) data service of the Radio Data System station network. 1 Press OPTION to enter the option menu. 2 Press / to select “5.TRAFFIC PROG” Europe and Russia models only • SURROUND MODE Displays the surround mode or stereo mode.
Playing back iPod/iPhone and USB device Connect a USB device, such as iPod/iPhone, USB flash memory or portable music player, to play back audio files. USB INFO OPTION SETUP ENTER FOLDER ▲/▼ RETURN / Playing back Battery charge feature The battery of a connected device can be charged when the unit is on. An iPod/iPhone connected to the unit keeps on being charged even if the unit is set to standby mode.
Playing back iPod/iPhone and USB device Repeat/shuffle playback Displaying music information 1 Press OPTION to enter the option menu. 2 Press / to select “2.REPEAT” and press ENTER. 3 Press / to select the available option and press ENTER. Available options (Default setting: OFF) iPod/iPhone USB device You can display information on the music currently playing back. Press INFO. Press INFO repeatedly to switch the information (displayed for three seconds) in the order below.
USEFUL OPERATION Setup menu Setup menu list Menu 1:SP LEVEL Sub menu Features Page 1-1:FRONT L 1-2:FRONT R 1-3:CENTER 1-4:SURROUND L Adjusting the volume balance with test tone ☞ P. 19 Adjusting high/low frequency sound (tone control) ☞ P. 19 Configuring the HDMI settings ☞ P. 19 Changing the brightness of the front panel display ☞ P.
Setup menu Adjusting the volume balance of each channel Menu: 1:SP LEVEL Adjust the volume balance between the channels with test tones output from each channel. Sub menu: “1-1:FRONT L” “1-2:FRONT R”: Adjusts the output level of the front speaker (left/right) channels. “1-3:CENTER”: Adjusts the output level of the center speaker channel. “1-4:SURROUND L” “1-5:SURROUND R”: Adjusts the output level of the virtual surround/surround speaker (left/ right) channels.
Setup menu Using other speakers Menu: 5:SP SETUP You can set the speaker type if you want to add or change speakers. When you connect only the supplied speaker, you do not have to change the setting. ■ Selecting the number of channels and the front speaker type Sub menu: 5-2:SP TYPE You can select the type of front speakers.
Setup menu Dynamic range control Setting the matrix decode Menu: 7:D.RANGE You can adjust the dynamic range compression. Dynamic range is the difference between the smallest sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the biggest sound that can be heard without distortion. Menu: 8:MATRIX DECODE The matrix decode function expands 2ch stereo sound to surround sound.
Settings for each input source (Option menu) The option menu items are listed below. These settings are applied to the currently selected input source. Input Adjusting input level of each jack (VOLUME TRIM) OPTION / ENTER RETURN Adjustable range: –6 to +6 (Default setting: 0) 1 Press input button to select the desired input to change the setting. 2 Press OPTION to enter option menu. The option menu is displayed in the front panel display.
Operating the unit by TV’s remote control What is the HDMI control function? (Power) You can use the TV remote control to operate this unit if your TV supports the HDMI control function (ex. REGZA Link) and is connected to this unit’s HDMI OUT (ARC) jack. *1 Input selector Remote control of TV (Example) Power on/off Switches input This unit automatically selects the input according to the input source setting on the TV. Switching input on TV menu (ex.
Operating the unit by TV’s remote control Registering HDMI components to TV *4 Changing the connection method and connected components the connected components and jacks are changed, 1 Select this unit as the input source of the TV. When reset this unit with following procedures. 2 Turn on the HDMI control function supported 1 Turn off the HDMI control function of the TV component (example: BD player) connected to this unit.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Troubleshooting Refer to the chart below should this unit not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below, or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit to the standby mode, disconnect the AC power supply cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. Check the below first. 1 The AC power supply cable of this unit, TV and external components (such as BD player) are firmly connected to the AC wall outlet.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution See page The volume level decreases without any operation. The volume level is automatically set to 70 the next time you turn on the unit to protect the speakers. Sound is poor (noisy). A speaker cable may be shorted. Make sure all cables are connected properly. 8 This unit does not operate properly. This unit may receive a strong electrical shock, such as from a lightening bolt or excessive static electricity, or drop in power supply.
Troubleshooting ■ FM Problem Cause FM stereo reception is noisy. The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts may cause this problem when the transmitter is too far away, or if the antenna quality is poor. There is distortion, and clear reception cannot be obtained, even with a good FM antenna. There is multi-path interference. The desired station cannot be tuned into with the automatic tuning method. The signal is too weak. Solution See page Check the antenna connections.
Troubleshooting ■ Messages for firmware update Status message Cause Solution See page Connect USB! An USB flash memory is not connected. Connect the USB flash memory to this unit. No Firmware! There is no file for firmware in the USB flash memory connected to this unit. Copy the firmware update file to the root directory of the USB flash memory. — There is a fault with the file in the USB flash memory. Turn the unit to the standby mode and reconnect the USB flash memory again.
Glossary ■ AIR SURROUND XTREME ■ Sampling frequency Ordinarily, two front speakers, a center speaker, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, and a subwoofer are necessary for enjoying 7.1 channel surround sound. ■ Dolby Digital This unit employs new technologies and algorithms that make it possible to achieve 7-channel surround sound with only front speakers, and without using wall reflections. Typical 7.
Glossary ■ Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is an advanced lossless audio technology developed for high-definition disc-based media including Blu-ray Disc. Selected as an optional audio standard for Blu-ray Disc, this technology delivers sound that is bitfor-bit identical to the studio master, offering a highdefinition home theater experience. Supporting bitrates up to 18.0 Mbps, Dolby TrueHD can carry up to 8 discrete channels of 24-bit/96 kHz audio simultaneously.
Specifications ■ SR-301 AUDIO SECTION • Minimum RMS Output Power Front Left and Right (1 kHz, 1% THD, 6 Ω) .................45 W+45 W Center (1 kHz, 1% THD, 6 Ω)...................................................45 W Surround Left and Right (1 kHz, 1% THD, 6Ω) ............45 W+45 W Subwoofer (100 Hz, 1% THD, 3 Ω)..........................................90 W • Maximum Power Front Left and Right (1 kHz, 10% THD, 6 Ω) ...............50 W+50 W Center (1 kHz, 10% THD, 6 Ω).......................................
Specifications Available signal information ■ HDMI signal compatibility Receivable audio signals Audio signal types Audio signal formats Compatible media 2ch Linear PCM 2ch, 32-192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, etc. Multi-ch Linear PCM 8ch, 32-192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit DVD-Audio, Blu-ray disc, HD DVD, etc. Bitstream DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital DVD-Video, Blu-ray disc etc.
Specifications Notes on the remote control and batteries • Be careful not to spill liquid on the remote control. • Be careful not to drop the remote control. • Do not leave the remote control in a place that is: – hot or humid, such as near a heater or in a bathroom – extremely cold – dusty • If the effective operation distance of the remote control decreases considerably, replace the batteries with two new ones as soon as possible. • Do not use an old battery together with new one.
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