User manual YAMAHA EV204/EV-205

[. . . ] 9 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 About the Controlled Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] 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 purchase. Model Purchase Date Serial No. 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: 92-BP PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 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. · This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. · Ceci ne s'applique qu'aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée. 2 Your Electric Violin will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules given below: Location Do not expose it to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage. · · · · · Direct sunlight (e. g. near a heat source, outside, or in a car during the daytime). Strong vibration. Turn Power OFF When Making Connections · To avoid damage to the Electric Violin and other devices to which it is connected (a sound system, for example), turn the power switches of all related devices OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting audio cables. Handling and Transport · · · · Never apply excessive force to the controls, connectors or other parts. Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the cable. Disconnect all cables before moving the unit. Physical shocks caused by dropping, bumping, or placing heavy objects on the unit can result in scratches and more serious damage. Cleaning · · · · Clean the cabinet and panel with a dry soft cloth. A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt. Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner. Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the unit (vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface). YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation. 3 Main Body/Accessories After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. · Violin · 6F22 (S-006P) 9V battery x 1 · Owner's Manual * The EV-205 is the illustration. 4 Nomenclature Front Tuning peg Nut Fingerboard 5th string (C) * EV-205 Only Neck 4th string (G) 3rd string (D) 2nd string (A) 1st string (E) Sound Board Body Frame Bridge Chin rest Tailpiece Tailpiece Wire End pin Master Volume * The EV-205 is the illustration. 5 Controls PHONES VOLUME LINE OUT Jack PHONES Jack VOLUME CONTROLLED PHONES LINE OUT DIRECT MODE Select Switch CONTROLLED/DIRECT (Active/Passive) MAIN Pickup Level Controls (1-5, Main) 6F22 (S-006P) 9V battery Battery Cover OPEN 6 Setup Installing the Bridge · The lower side of the bridge supports the 1st string (E), the higher side supports the 4th string (G). Make sure the bridge is placed properly. · Make sure that the tailpiece side of the bridge is standing vertically in relation to the violin's body. If the bridge is leaning to one side, loosen the strings and gently adjust the bridge with both hands. Also, make sure that each string passes over its corresponding notch in the bridge. * Playing the violin with a bridge that leans may result in damage to the bridge or a deterioration in sound quality. 5th string [EV-204] G 4th string Slit D A E 1st string [EV-205] C G D A E Slit 1st string [Looking from the tailpiece] Correct Bad Bad Vertical Body Tailpiece [Bridge is placed vertically] 7 Tuning · The strings are tuned to the following pitches. The 1st string is tuned to E, the 2nd string to A, the 3rd string to D, the 4th string to G and the 5th string to C (EV-205). and adjust the pitch of each string using the pegs. [. . . ] · If a connection cord is unplugged while the power is ON, it may result in damage to the equipment. The sudden shock to your ears may be great, so please use with care. · Be careful not to step on the cord. The cord may break, equipment may be damaged, and this may cause a substantial shock to your ears. [. . . ]