UB

YST-SW305/205
Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System

OWNER’S MANUAL
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 • Explanation of Graphical Symbols
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The lightning flash with arrowhead
DO NOT OPEN symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF voltage” within the product’s
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE enclosure that may be of sufficient
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE magnitude to constitute a risk of
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO electric shock to persons.
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
you to the presence of important
IMPORTANT operating and maintenance
Please record the serial number of this system in the (servicing) instructions in the
space below. literature accompanying the
appliance.
Model:
Serial No.:
WARNING
The serial number is located on the rear of the main
unit. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
reference. OR MOISTURE.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Read these instructions. 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
2 Keep these instructions.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3 Heed all warnings. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
4 Follow all instructions. damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
5 Do not use this apparatus near water. have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
6 Clean only with dry cloth. or has been dropped.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

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 FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
UNIT! interference will not occur in all installations. If this
This product, when installed as indicated in the product is found to be the source of interference, which
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the
by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the following measures:
FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this product to Relocate either this product or the device that is being
accessories and/or another product use only high affected by the interference.
quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
product MUST be used. Follow all installation breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void
your FCC authorization to use this product in the In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient
USA. the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon
3. NOTE : This product has been tested and found to lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
comply with the requirements listed in FCC If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
Compliance with these requirements provides a distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
reasonable level of assurance that your use of this appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
product in a residential environment will not result in Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA
harmful interference with other electronic devices. 90620.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies The above statements apply ONLY to those products
and, if not installed and used according to the distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
instructions found in the users manual, may cause subsidiaries.
interference harmful to the operation of other
electronic devices.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Since hearing damage from loud sounds is
Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA
of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets and the Electronic Industries Association’s
the sound come through loud and clear without annoying Consumer Electronics Group recommend you
blaring or distortion – and, most importantly, without to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive
affecting your sensitive hearing. volume levels.

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 UNPACKING After unpacking, check that the following item is contained.

Nonskid pads

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 Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Subwoofer System.

CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit.

● To assure the finest performance, please read this manual ● If you hear distorted noise (i.e., unnatural, intermittent “rapping”
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. or “hammering” sounds) coming from this unit, reduce the
● Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, volume level. Extremely loud playing of a movie soundtrack’s low
heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and frequency, bass-heavy sounds or similarly loud popular music
cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To passages can damage this speaker system.
prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or ● Vibration generated by super-bass frequencies may distort
water. images on a TV. In such a case, move this unit away from the TV
● Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact set
your dealer. ● Do not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as this
● To reduce the risk or fire or electric shock, do not expose this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
unit to rain or moisture. ● Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding
● Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.
When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the ● Secure placement or installation is the owner’s
wires connected to other equipments. Never pull the wires responsibility.
themselves. YAMAHA shall not be liable for any accident caused by
● When not planning to use this unit for a long period (ie., improper placement or installation of speakers.
vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall ● VOLTAGE SELECTOR
outlet. (China and General models only) VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
● To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug The voltage selector switch on
when there is an electric storm. the rear panel of this unit must 240V

● Since this unit has a built-in power amplifier, heat will radiate be set for your local main
from the rear panel. Place the unit apart from the walls, allowing voltage BEFORE plugging this
enough spaces above, behind and on both sides of the unit to unit into the AC main supply.
prevent fire or damage. Furthermore, do not position with the Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
rear panel facing down on the floor or other surfaces.
<For U.K. and Europe models only>
For U.K. customers
Be sure to allow spaces of at least 20 cm above, behind and on
both sides of the unit. If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug
supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3
● Do not cover the rear panel of this unit with a newspaper, a
pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions described below.
tablecloth, a curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If
Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as
the temperature inside the unit rises, it may cause fire, damage
a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live
to the unit and/or personal injury.
socket outlet.
● Do not place small metallic objects on this unit. Otherwise, the
object may fall, possibly causing an injury. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL
● Do not place the following objects on this unit: IMPORTANT:
Glass, china, etc.
THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
If glass etc. falls by vibrations and breaks, it may cause
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
personal injury.
A burning candle etc. Blue: NEUTRAL
If the candle falls by vibrations, it may cause fire and personal Brown: LIVE
injury. As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus
A vessel with water in it may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
If the vessel falls by vibrations and water spills, it may cause terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is
damage to the unit, and/or you may get an electric shock. coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is
● Do not place this unit where foreign objects such as water drips marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is
might fall. It might cause a fire, damage to this unit, and/or coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is
personal injury. marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that
neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin
● Never open the cabinet. It might cause an electric shock since
plug.
this unit uses a high voltage. It might also cause personal injury
and/or damage to this unit.
● When using a humidifier, be sure to avoid condensation inside Standby mode
this unit by allowing enough spaces around this unit or avoiding When this unit is turned off by pressing the STANDBY/ON button
excess humidification. Condensation might cause a fire, damage on the front panel, this unit consumes a small amount of power.
to this unit, and/or electric shock. This state is called the standby mode. This unit’s power supply is
completely cut off from the AC line only when the POWER switch
● Super-bass frequencies reproduced by this unit may cause a
on the rear panel is set in the OFF position or the AC power cable
turntable to generate a howling sound. In such a case, move this
is disconnected.
unit away from the turntable.
● This unit may be damaged if certain sounds are continuously
outputted at high volume level. For example, if 20 Hz–50 Hz sine This unit features a magnetically shielded design, but there is
waves from a test disc, bass sounds from electronic instruments, still a chance that placing it too close to a TV set might impair
etc. are continuously outputted, or when the stylus of a turntable picture color. Should this happen, move this unit away from the
touches the surface of a disc, reduce the volume level to prevent TV set.
this unit from being damaged.

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 CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... II CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ... 8

UNPACKING ........................................... IV AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING

FUNCTION ............................................... 9
CAUTION .................................................. 1
ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER
FEATURES ............................................... 2 BEFORE USE ........................................ 10

PLACEMENT ............................................ 3 Frequency characteristics.................... 11

ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO

CONNECTIONS ....................................... 4
TECHNOLOGY ...................................... 12
Connecting to line output (pin jack)
terminals of the amplifier ....................... 4 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................... 13
Connecting to speaker output terminals
of the amplifier ....................................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 14

FEATURES
• This subwoofer system employs Advanced • For the effective use of this unit, this unit’s super-
YAMAHA Active Servo Technology which YAMAHA bass sound should be matched to the sounds of
has developed for reproducing higher quality your main speakers. You can create the best
super-bass sound. (Refer to page 12 for details on sound quality for various listening conditions by
Advanced YAMAHA Active Servo Technology.) This using the HIGH CUT control and the PHASE
super-bass sound adds a more realistic, theater-in- switch.
the-home effect to your stereo system. • The Automatic power-switching function saves you
• This subwoofer can be easily added to your the trouble of pressing the STANDBY/ON button to
existing audio system by connecting to either the turn the power on or turn it to the STANDBY mode.
speaker terminals or the line output (pin jack) • You can select bass effect suitable for the source
terminals of the amplifier. by using the B.A.S.S. button.

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PLACEMENT

Å ı Ç

( : subwoofer, : main speaker)

One subwoofer will have a good effect on your audio Note

system, however, the use of two subwoofers is There may be a case that you cannot obtain enough super-
recommended to obtain more effect. bass sounds from the subwoofer when listening in the
center of the room. This is because “standing waves” have
If using one subwoofer, it is recommended to place it on the been developed between two parallel walls and they cancel
outside of either the right or the left main speaker. (See fig. the bass sounds.
Å.) If using two subwoofers, it is recommended to place In such a case, face the subwoofer obliquely to the wall. It
them on the outside of each main speaker. (See fig. ı.) The also may be necessary to break up the parallel surfaces by
placement shown in fig. Ç is also possible, however, if the placing bookshelves etc. along the walls.
subwoofer system is placed directly facing the wall, the
bass effect may die because the sound from it and the
sound reflected by the wall may cancel out each other. To
prevent this from happening, face the subwoofer system at
an angle as in fig. Å or ı.

Use the nonskid pads

Put the provided nonskid pads at the four corners on the
bottom of the subwoofer to prevent the subwoofer from
moving by vibrations etc.

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 CONNECTIONS
Caution: Plug in the subwoofer and other audio/video components after all connections are
completed.
• All connections must be correct, that is to say L (left) to L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”. Also refer to the owner’s
manual for each of your components.

• Basically, connect the subwoofer to the line output (pin jack) terminal(s) of the amplifier. (Refer to pages 4 and 5 for details.)
If your amplifier does not have any line output terminal, connect the subwoofer to the speaker output terminals of the
amplifier. (Refer to pages 6 and 7 for details.)

Connecting to line output (pin jack) terminals of the amplifier

Connect the main speakers to the speaker output terminals of the amplifier.
• To connect with a YAMAHA DSP amplifier (or AV • When connecting the subwoofer to the SPLIT
receiver), connect the SUBWOOFER (or LOW PASS etc.) SUBWOOFER terminals on the rear of the DSP amplifier,
terminal on the rear of the DSP amplifier (or AV receiver) be sure to connect the L/MONO INPUT2 terminal to the
to the L/MONO INPUT2 terminal of the subwoofer. “L” side and the R INPUT2 terminal to the “R” side of the
SPLIT SUBWOOFER terminals.

■ Using one subwoofer

Right main speaker Left main speaker

Subwoofer
OUTPUT INPUT
TO SPEAKERS 2
+ – – +
OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE
TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY
+ – – +

/MONO

+ – – +
OFF HIGH
LOW NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

POWER

ON /MONO
OFF

+ – – +

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

To AC outlet

SPLIT SUBWOOFER

Amplifier

SUBWOOFER
(LOW PASS)

*Illustration shows YST-SW205.

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■ Using two subwoofers

Right main speaker Left main speaker

OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT

TO SPEAKERS 2 TO SPEAKERS 2
+ – – + + – – +

/MONO /MONO

+ – – + + – – +

FROM AMPLIFIER FROM AMPLIFIER

INPUT INPUT
1 1

Subwoofer Subwoofer

OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE

TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY
+ – – + + – – +

/MONO /MONO

+ – – + + – – +
OFF HIGH OFF HIGH
LOW NORM REV LOW NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER FROM AMPLIFIER

INPUT INPUT
1 1

POWER POWER

ON ON

OFF OFF

SPLIT SUBWOOFER

Amplifier

To AC outlet To AC outlet

*Illustration shows YST-SW205.

Notes
• Some amplifiers have line output terminals labeled PRE • When connecting to a monaural line output terminal of
OUT. When you connect the subwoofer to the PRE OUT the amplifier, connect the L/MONO INPUT2 terminal.
terminals of the amplifier, make sure that the amplifier
has at least two sets of PRE OUT terminals. If the
amplifier has only one set of PRE OUT terminals, do not
connect the subwoofer to the PRE OUT terminals.
Instead, connect the subwoofer to the speaker output
terminals of the amplifier. (Refer to pages 6 and 7.)

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 Connecting to speaker output terminals of the amplifier
■ Using one subwoofer
If your amplifier has only one set of main speaker output terminals
Connect the speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT
terminals of the subwoofer to the main speakers.

Right main speaker Left main speaker

OUTPUT INPUT
TO SPEAKERS 2
+ – – +

/MONO

+ – – +
Subwoofer

FROM AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE
TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY
+ – – +

+ – – +
/MONO

OFF HIGH
INPUT
1
LOW NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

POWER

ON

OFF

Amplifier

Speaker output
terminals
To AC outlet

If your amplifier has two sets of speaker output terminals

Right main Left main
speaker Subwoofer speaker

OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE

OUTPUT INPUT
2
TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY
+ – – +

TO SPEAKERS
+ – – +
/MONO

OFF
LOW
HIGH
NORM REV
+ – – +
FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

POWER

ON

OFF /MONO

+ – – +

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

To AC outlet
Amplifier
Speaker output terminals
A B

(Both A and B speaker outputs must be ON.)

6 *Illustration shows YST-SW205.

■ Using two subwoofers
Connect the speaker output terminals of the amplifier to the INPUT1 terminals of the subwoofer, and connect the OUTPUT
terminals of the subwoofer to the main speakers.

Right main speaker Left main speaker

OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT

TO SPEAKERS 2 TO SPEAKERS 2
+ – – + + – – +

/MONO /MONO

+ – – + + – – +
Subwoofer Subwoofer

OUTPUT
TO SPEAKERS
INPUT
2
AUTO
STANDBY
PHASE FROM AMPLIFIER FROM AMPLIFIER OUTPUT
TO SPEAKERS
INPUT
2
AUTO
STANDBY
PHASE
+ – – + + – – +

/MONO
INPUT INPUT /MONO

+ – – +
OFF
LOW
HIGH
NORM REV 1 1 + – – +
OFF
LOW
HIGH
NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER FROM AMPLIFIER

INPUT INPUT
1 1

POWER POWER

ON ON

OFF OFF

Amplifier

Speaker output
terminals
To AC outlet To AC outlet

*Illustration shows YST-SW205.

Connecting to the INPUT1/OUTPUT terminals of the subwoofer

For connections, keep the speaker cables as short as Caution
possible. Do not bundle or roll up the excess part of the Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other as
cables. If the connections are faulty, no sound will be heard this could damage the subwoofer or the amplifier, or
from the subwoofer or the speakers, or both of them. Make both of them.
sure that the + and – polarity markings of the speaker
cables are observed and set correctly. If these cables are
reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

How to Connect:
<U.S.A., Canada, Australia, China and General models
Red: positive (+) only>
Black: negative (–) Banana Plug connections are also possible.

1 Loosen the knob.

2 Insert the bare wire.
[Remove the
insulation coating at
the extremity of
each speaker cable
by twisting the
coating off.] 1 Tighten the terminal knob.
3 Tighten the knob 2 Simply insert the Banana Plug connector into the
and secure the wire. terminal. 7
 CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
Front panel
SUPERWOOFER SYSTEM YST-SW205

STANDBY/ B.A.S.S. HIGH CUT VOLUME

ON MOVIE
MUSIC

40Hz 140Hz 0 10

STANDBY/ B.A.S.S. HIGH CUT VOLUME

ON MOVIE
MUSIC

40Hz 140Hz 0 10

POWER
ON

OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE

2 STANDBY
OUTPUT INPUT AUTO PHASE
TO SPEAKERS 2 STANDBY

TO SPEAKERS + – – +

OFF
+ – – + + – – +
/MONO

OFF HIGH
LOW NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

POWER

/MONO ON

OFF

+ – – +
OFF HIGH VOLTAGE
LOW NORM REV
SELECTOR

VOLTAGE
SELECTOR

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

Rear panel
*Illustration shows YST-SW205.

~ Power indicator ⁄ HIGH CUT control

Lights up in green while the subwoofer is turned on. Adjusts the high frequency cut off point.
Frequencies higher than the frequency selected by this
Ÿ STANDBY/ON button control are all cut off (and no output).
Press this button to turn on the power. (The power * One graduation of this control represents 10 Hz.
indicator lights up in green.)
HIGH CUT
Press again to set the subwoofer in the standby mode.
(The power indicator does not light.)
* This button can be used only when the POWER (%)
switch is set in the ON position.
40Hz 140Hz

Standby mode
The subwoofer is still using a small amount of power @ VOLUME control
in this mode. Adjusts the volume level. Turn the control clockwise to
increase the volume, and counterclockwise to
! B.A.S.S. (Bass Action Selector System) button decrease the volume.
When this button is pressed in to the MUSIC position,
the bass sound in audio software is well reproduced.
By pressing the button again so that it pops out at the
MOVIE position, the bass sound in video software is
well reproduced.

MOVIE MUSIC
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¤ OUTPUT (TO SPEAKERS) terminals › PHASE switch
Can be used for connecting to the main speakers. Normally this switch is to be set to the REV (reverse)
Signals from the INPUT1 terminals (‹) are sent to position. However, according to your speaker systems
these terminals. or the listening condition, there may be a case when
(Refer to “CONNECTIONS” for details.) better sound quality is obtained by setting this switch to
the NORM (normal) position. Select the better position
# INPUT2 terminals by monitoring the sound.
Used to input line level signals from the amplifier.
(Refer to “CONNECTIONS” for details.) % POWER switch
Normally, set this switch to the ON position to use the
‹ INPUT1 (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminals subwoofer. In this state, you can turn on the subwoofer
Used to connect the subwoofer with the speaker or turn the subwoofer into the standby mode by
terminals of the amplifier. pressing the STANDBY/ON (Ÿ) button. Set this switch
(Refer to “CONNECTIONS” for details.) to the OFF position to completely cut off the
subwoofer’s power supply from the AC line.
$ AUTO STANDBY (HIGH/LOW/OFF) switch
This switch is originally set to the OFF position. By fi VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch
setting this switch to the HIGH or LOW position, the (China and General models only)
subwoofer’s automatic power-switching function If the preset setting of the switch is incorrect, set the
operates as described below. If you do not need this switch to the proper voltage (110V, 120V, 220V or
function, leave this switch in the OFF position. 240V) of your area.
* Make sure to change the setting of this switch only Consult your dealer if you are unsure of the correct
when the subwoofer is in the standby mode. (The setting.
power indicator does not light.)
WARNING
Be sure to unplug the subwoofer before setting the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch correctly.

AUTOMATIC POWER-SWITCHING FUNCTION

If the source being played is stopped and the input signal is * The power might turn on unexpectedly by sensing noise
cut off for 7 to 8 minutes, the subwoofer automatically from other appliances. If that occurs, set the AUTO
switches to the standby mode. (When the subwoofer STANDBY switch to the OFF position and use the
switches to the standby mode by the automatic power- STANDBY/ON button to switch the power between ON
switching function, the power indicator lights up in red.) and STANDBY manually.
When you play a source again, the power of the subwoofer * This function detects the low-frequency components
turns on automatically by sensing audio signals input to the below 200 Hz of the input signals (i.e., the explosion in
subwoofer. the action movie, the sound of the bass guitar or the bass
This function operates by sensing a certain level of low drum, etc.).
frequency input signal. Usually set the AUTO STANDBY * The minutes required to switch the subwoofer to the
switch to the LOW position. However, if the power is not standby mode might change by sensing noise from other
switched to ON or STANDBY smoothly, set the switch to the appliances.
HIGH position. In the HIGH position, the power will turn on
even with a low level of input signal. But please be aware This function is available only when the power of the
that the subwoofer may not switch to the standby mode subwoofer is on (by pressing the STANDBY/ON button).
when there is an extremely low input signal.

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 ADJUSTING THE SUBWOOFER BEFORE USE
Before using the subwoofer, adjust the subwoofer to obtain the optimum volume and tone balance between the subwoofer and
the main speakers by following the procedures described below.

Front panel Rear panel

SUPERWOOFER SYSTEM YST-SW205

PHASE
STANDBY/ B.A.S.S. HIGH CUT VOLUME
ON MOVIE
MUSIC

STANDBY/ B.A.S.S. HIGH CUT VOLUME

40Hz 140Hz 0 10
ON MOVIE
MUSIC +
OUTPUT
TO SPEAKERS
– – +
INPUT
2
AUTO
STANDBY
PHASE

/MONO

+ – – +
OFF HIGH
LOW NORM REV

FROM AMPLIFIER
INPUT
1

POWER
40Hz 140Hz 0 10 ON

OFF

3 8 5 1, 6 NORM REV

*Illustration shows YST-SW205.

1 Set the VOLUME control to minimum (0). 7 Set the PHASE switch to the position which
gives you the better bass sound.
2 Turn on the power of all the other
Normally, set the switch to the REV (reverse)
components.
position. If the desired response cannot be
3 Make sure that the POWER switch is set to obtained, set the switch to the NORM (normal)
the ON position, then press the STANDBY/ position.
ON button to turn on the subwoofer.
8 Select “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” according to the
* The power indicator lights up in green. played source.
4 Play a source containing low-frequency MOVIE: When a movie type source is played, the
components and adjust the amplifier’s low-frequency effects are enhanced to allow the
volume control to the desired listening level. listener enjoy more powerful sound. (The sound
will be thicker and deeper.)
5 Adjust the HIGH CUT control to the position MUSIC: When an ordinary music source is
where the desired response can be played, the excessive low-frequency components
obtained. are cut off to make the sound clearer. (The sound
Normally, set the control to the main speaker’s will be lighter and reproduces the melody line
rated minimum reproducible frequency*. more clearly.)
* The main speaker’s rated minimum
reproducible frequency can be looked up in the • Once the volume balance between the subwoofer and
speakers’ catalog or owner’s manual. the main speakers is adjusted, you can adjust the
volume of your whole sound system by using the
6 Increase the volume gradually to adjust the amplifier’s volume control.
volume balance between the subwoofer and However, if you change the main speakers to others,
the main speakers. you must make this adjustment again.

Normally, set the control to the level where you • For adjusting the VOLUME control, the HIGH CUT
can obtain a little more bass effect than when this control and the PHASE switch, refer to “Frequency
unit is not used. If the desired response cannot characteristics” on the next page.
be obtained, adjust the HIGH CUT control and
the VOLUME control again.

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Frequency characteristics
This subwoofer’s frequency characteristics

YST-SW305 YST-SW205
dB dB
HIGH CUT 40 Hz HIGH CUT 90 Hz
HIGH CUT 90 Hz
90 90 HIGH CUT 140 Hz
HIGH CUT 140 Hz

80 80

70 70

60 60 HIGH CUT 40 Hz

50 50

40 40
20 50 100 200 500Hz 20 50 100 200 500Hz

The figures below show the optimum adjustment of each control and the frequency characteristics when this subwoofer is
combined with a typical main speaker system.

EX.1 When combined with a 4” or 5” (10 cm or 13 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main
speakers

YST-SW305 YST-SW205
dB dB
Combined frequency response HIGH CUT VOLUME Combined frequency response
HIGH CUT VOLUME
90 90

80 80 YST-SW205
40Hz 140Hz 0 10 YST-SW305 40Hz 140Hz 0 10

70 70
* One graduation of this * One graduation of this
control represents 10 Hz. 60 control represents 10 Hz.
60
Main Main
speaker’s speaker’s
PHASE–Set to the REV 50 response PHASE–Set to the REV 50 response
(reverse) position. (reverse) position.
40 40
20 50 100 200 500Hz 20 50 100 200 500Hz

EX.2 When combined with an 8” or 10” (20 cm or 25 cm) acoustic suspension, 2 way system main
speakers

YST-SW305 YST-SW205
dB dB
HIGH CUT VOLUME
Combined frequency response HIGH CUT VOLUME Combined frequency response
90 90

80 80

40Hz 140Hz 0 10 40Hz 140Hz 0 10 YST-SW205

YST-SW305
70 70
* One graduation of this * One graduation of this
control represents 10 Hz.60 Main control represents 10 Hz. 60 Main
speaker’s speaker’s
response response
PHASE–Set to the REV 50 PHASE–Set to the REV 50

(reverse) position. (reverse) position.

40 40
20 50 100 200 500Hz 20 50 100 200 500Hz

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 ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY
The theory of Yamaha Active Servo Technology has been By employing negative-impedance drive circuits, the
based upon two major factors, the Helmholtz resonator and amplifier is able to generate precise, low-amplitude, low-
negative-impedance drive. Active Servo Processing frequency waves with superior damping characteristics.
speakers reproduce the bass frequencies through an “air These waves are then radiated from the cabinet opening as
woofer”, which is a port or opening in the speaker’s cabinet. high-amplitude signals. The system can, therefore, by
This opening is used instead of, and performs the functions employing the negative-impedance output drive amplifier
of, a woofer in a conventionally designed speaker system. and a speaker cabinet with the Helmholtz resonator,
Thus, signals of low amplitude within the cabinet can, reproduce an extremely wide range of frequencies with
according to the Helmholtz resonance theory, be outputted amazing sound quality and less distortion.
from this opening as waves of great amplitude if the size of The features described above, then, are combined to be the
the opening and the volume of the cabinet are in the correct fundamental structure of the conventional Yamaha Active
proportion to satisfy a certain ratio. Servo Technology.
In order to accomplish this, moreover, the amplitudes within
the cabinet must be both precise and of sufficient power Our new Active Servo Technology — Advanced Yamaha
because these amplitudes must overcome the “load” Active Servo Technology — adopted Advanced Negative
presented by the air that exists within the cabinet. Impedance Converter (ANIC) circuits, which allows the
conventional negative impedance converter to dynamically
Thus it is this problem that is resolved through the vary in order to select an optimum value for speaker
employment of a new design in which the amplifier supplies impedance variation. With this new ANIC circuits, Advanced
special signals. If the electrical resistance of the voice coil Yamaha Active Servo Technology can provide more stable
could be reduced to zero, the movement of the speaker unit performance and improved sound pressure compared with
would become linear with respect to signal voltage. To the conventional Yamaha Active Servo Technology, resulting
accomplish this, a special negative-impedance output-drive in more natural and dynamic bass reproduction.
amplifier for subtracting output impedance of the amplifier is
used.

Air woofer
Cabinet (Helmholtz resonator)

High-amplitude
Port
bass sound
Advanced Negative-
impedance Converter

Active Servo
Processing Signals
Amplifier

Signals of low amplitude

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if
the instructions given below do not help, disconnect the power cable and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service
center.

Problem Cause What to Do

Power is not supplied even The power cable is not plugged in, or Plug the power cable into an AC outlet
though the STANDBY/ON button the POWER switch is set to the OFF and/or set the POWER switch to the
is set to the ON position. position. ON position.
No sound. The VOLUME control is set to 0. Turn the VOLUME control to the right.
Speaker cables are not connected Connect them securely.
securely.
Sound level is too low. Speaker cables are not connected Connect them correctly, that is L (left) to
correctly. L, R (right) to R, “+” to “+” and “–” to “–”.
Setting of the PHASE switch is not Set the switch to the other position.
proper.
A source sound with few bass Play a source sound with bass
frequencies is played. frequencies.
Set the HIGH CUT control to a higher
position.
It is influenced by standing waves. Reposition the subwoofer or break up
the parallel surface by placing
bookshelves etc. along the walls.
The subwoofer does not turn on The POWER switch is set to the OFF Set the POWER switch to the ON
automatically. position. position.
The STANDBY/ON button is set to OFF. Set the STANDBY/ON button to ON.
The AUTO STANDBY switch is set to Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the
the OFF position. “HIGH” or “LOW” position.
The level of input signal is too low. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the
“HIGH” position.
The subwoofer turns into the The level of input signal is too low. Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to the
standby mode unexpectedly. “HIGH” position.
The subwoofer turns on There is an influence of noise Move the subwoofer farther away from
unexpectedly. generated from external appliances etc. such appliances and/or reposition the
connected speaker cables.
Otherwise, set the AUTO STANDBY
switch to the “OFF” position.

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 SPECIFICATIONS
Type ............... Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology Power Consumption
YST-SW305 ................................................................ 80W
Driver YST-SW205 ................................................................ 70W
YST-SW305 .................................. 20 cm (8”) cone woofer, (In the standby mode: 0.8W)
Magnetic shielding type x 2
YST-SW205 .................................. 20 cm (8”) cone woofer, Dimensions (W x H x D)
Magnetic shielding type YST-SW305 ......................... 235 mm x 585 mm x 445 mm
(9-5/16” x 23” x 17-1/2”)
Amplifier Output YST-SW205 ......................... 235 mm x 485 mm x 402 mm
YST-SW305 ......................................................... 200W/5Ω (9-5/16” x 19-1/8” x 15-13/16”)
YST-SW205 ......................................................... 150W/5Ω
Weight
Frequency Response YST-SW305 ........................................ 21 kg (46 lbs. 5 oz.)
YST-SW305 .............................................. 20 Hz to 160 Hz YST-SW205 ........................................ 15 kg (33 lbs. 1 oz.)
YST-SW205 .............................................. 23 Hz to 170 Hz
Accessories ............................................... Nonskid pad x 4
Power Supply
USA and Canada models ....................... AC 120V, 60 Hz
U.K. and Europe models ........................ AC 230V, 50 Hz * Please note that all specifications are subject to change
Australia model ....................................... AC 240V, 50 Hz without notice.
China and General models
..................................... AC 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz

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