User manual YAMAHA SV-120S

[. . . ] SV120/SV120S Owner's Manual English 1 Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Violin. In order to obtain the maximum performance and enjoyment from your Silent Violin, we urge you to read this Owner's Manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Please keep this Owner's Manual in a safe place for later reference. Contents Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Main Body/Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] · Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the unit (vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface). Power Supply · Turn the power switch OFF when not in use. · If you use an AC power adaptor, unplug the adaptor from the AC outlet if not to be used for an extended period of time. · Unplug the AC power adaptor during electric storms. · Avoid plugging the AC power adaptor into the same AC outlet as appliances with high power consumption, such as electric heaters or ovens. Also avoid using multi-plug adaptors since these can result in reduced sound quality and possibly damage. Electrical Interference · This unit contains electric circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move it further away from the affected equipment. Turn Power OFF When Making Connections · To avoid damage to the Silent 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. YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation. Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/ 96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. [For business users in the European Union] If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. [Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union] These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. 3 Main Body/Accessories After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. SV120 · Violin SV120 · Bridge · SUM-3 (AA) size Manganese batteries x2 * The supplied battery is for demonstration purposes. · Audio cable · Stereo earphones · Shoulder rest : KUN Yamaha Special SV120S · Bow : 4/4 size The following items are in addition to the SV120 package. · Hard case · Rosin : PIRASTRO Schwarz 9005 4 Nomenclature Front Tuning peg Nut Neck Fingerboard 4th string (G) 2nd string (A) 3rd string (D) 1st string (E) Body Bridge Frame Chin rest Bridge seat Adjuster Tailpiece 5 Controls VOLUME REVERB switch ROOM/HALL 1/HALL 2 POWER switch REV. · The pins on the shoulder rest slightly point outward. When you attach the shoulder rest, insert one pin about half way into its hole, and then slightly bend the shoulder rest so that the second pin aligns with the corresponding hole, and insert. Shoulder rest Pins The Bow (supplied with the SV120S) · Apply rosin to the bow hairs before using. Before using the bow for the first time, apply rosin carefully and evenly to the whole bow. From the 2nd time, apply a small amount of rosin to the bow hairs. · Loosen the bow whenever the bow is not used. · If the bow is not used for an extended period of time, the hairs may suffer damage caused by insects. Please treat with care. Rotate the screw to adjust the bow's tension. Bow hair Changing Strings As the strings get old, sound quality will gradually decrease, and it will become difficult to tune the instrument. [. . . ] · The AUX IN jack's signal level can be controlled with the AUX. · The stereo phone/stereo mini plug converter connected to the LINE OUT jack, can also be connected to the AUX IN jack. This allows you to connect a standard stereo (mono) phone plug to the AUX IN jack. LINE OUT jack · The LINE OUT jack, located on the side panel, delivers the stereo signal of the Silent Violin to external audio equipment. Use an audio cable to connect the instrument to the audio input jack of external speakers, mixing console, cassette player, etc. [. . . ]