A HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM SYSTEME HOME CINEMA (Amplifier x 1, Front/Center speaker x 3, Surround speaker x 2, Subwoofer x 1) TSS-15 OWNER'S MANUAL MODE D'EMPLOI CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SYSTEM. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place with at least 20 cm on top, 10 cm on the left and right, and 10 cm at the back of the amplifier unit -- and away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. 3 Locate this system away from other electrical appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds. To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not place this system where it may be exposed to dripping or splashing, and never put any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on top of the system. 4 Do not expose this system to sudden temperature changes from cold to hot. Do not locate this system in an environment with high humidity (i.e., a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this system, which may cause electrical shock, fire, damage to this system, and/or personal injury. 5 Avoid installing this system in a place where foreign objects or liquid might fall. Otherwise, fire, damage to the system, and/or personal injury may result. Do not place the following objects on this system: ­ Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration of the surface of the system. ­ Burning objects (i.e., candles) as they may cause fire, damage to the system, and/or personal injury. ­ Containers of liquid, as they may leak or spill and cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this system. 6 Do not cover this system with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this system rises, it may result in fire, damage to the system, and/or personal injury. 7 Do not plug this system into a wall outlet until all connections are complete. 8 Do not operate this system upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage. 9 Do not use excessive force on switches, knobs, and/or cables. 10 When disconnecting the power cable from a wall outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cable. 11 Do not clean this system with chemical solvents; they might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. 12 Only the voltage specified on this system may be used. Using this system with a voltage higher than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to the system, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this system with a voltage other than specified. 13 To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet during an electrical storm. 14 Take care of this system to prevent foreign objects and/or liquid drops from entering the system. 15 When using a humidifier, avoid condensation inside the system by allowing sufficient space around the system. Avoid excess humidification. Condensation might cause a fire, damage to the system, and/or electric shock. 16 Do not attempt to modify or fix this system. Contact qualified YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reason. 17 When not planning to use this system for a long period of time (i.e., vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet. 18 Be sure to read the "Troubleshooting" section for information on common operating errors before concluding that this system is faulty. 19 Before moving this system, press STANDBY/ON to place the system in standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet. 20 Be sure to only use the AC adaptor (LSE9802B1540) included with this system. Otherwise, you might cause a fire or damage to this system. · This system is not fully disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to a wall outlet, even if the system is turned off. This state is called Standby mode. In Standby mode, the system consumes a very small amount of power. · Do not install the system in a horizontal orientation as this may cause damage or malfunction. · This system is designed for use in a home. Do not attempt to install it in an automobile. Doing so may cause damage or malfunction. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. For U.K. customers If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, the plug should be removed and an appropriate 3-pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions below. Note A plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. Special Instructions for U.K. Model IMPORTANT THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE: Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire that is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire that is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Features Home Theater Sound System With the Yamaha TSS-15 Home Theater Sound System, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound at home--just like being at the movies. Contents Features ................................................. 1 Contents ................................................. 1 Package Contents ...................................... 2 Preparing the Remote Control ....................... 2 Fitting the Stand........................................ 2 Getting to Know the TSS-15 .......................... 3 Installing the Speakers................................ 6 Hooking Up the System ............................... 8 Connecting the Speakers.........................................9 Connecting Your Other Components....................10 Connecting the Power Cable.................................11 English Dolby Digital, Pro Logic II, DTS & AAC With Dolby Digital and DTS, you can enjoy the surround sound of DVD movies. With Dolby Pro Logic II, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround from legacy Dolby Surround sources and normal stereo sources. The general model also supports AAC (Advanced Audio Coding). Cinema DSP Yamaha's Cinema DSP technology offers Movie, Music, Sports, and Game listening modes for an enhanced listening experience. Silent Cinema With Yamaha's Silent Cinema technology, you can enjoy multichannel surround sound even when using headphones. Basic Operation ...................................... 12 Adjusting Speaker Levels with the Test Tone ... 13 Using the Cinema DSP Listening Modes ......... 14 Other Listening Modes .............................. 15 Troubleshooting ...................................... 17 Glossary ............................................... 19 Specifications ........................................ 20 Virtual Surround With the Virtual Surround function, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound even when not using the surround left and right speakers. The surround speakers can then be used with the front speakers to provide extra power. Active Servo Technology The subwoofer uses Yamaha's Active Servo technology to deliver incredible bass from its compact cabinet. QD-Bass Technology The subwoofer employs Yamaha's QD-Bass (Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology, which uses a down-firing driver with a square, pyramid-shaped reflective plate to radiate the sound in four horizontal directions, providing extraordinary power and performance. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The "AAC" logo is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. These are AAC patent numbers. 08/937,950 5848391 5,291,557 5,451,954 5 400 433 5,222,189 5,357,594 5 752 225 5,394,473 5,583,962 5,274,740 5,633,981 5 297 236 4,914,701 5,235,671 07/640,550 5,579,430 08/678,666 98/03037 97/02875 97/02874 98/03036 5,227,788 5,285,498 5,481,614 5,592,584 5,781,888 08/039,478 08/211,547 5,703,999 08/557,046 08/894,844 5,299,238 5,299,239 5,299,240 5,197,087 5,490,170 5,264,846 5,268,685 5,375,189 5,581,654 05-183,988 5,548,574 08/506,729 "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Silent Cinema is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation. 1 Package Contents Make sure that you have all the items shown here. TSS-15 amplifier Subwoofer Satellite speakers NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 -4 -2 3 0 4 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 5 +2 +4 6 +6 7 1 -6 1 INPUT 2 3 4 NIGHT (Front L/R and center speakers have 3 meter cords, surround L/R speakers have 10 meter cords.) MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT AC adaptor (LSE9802B1540) Power cable STANDBY/ON VOLUME Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME SILENT CINEMA MUTE SP LEVEL Optical cable NIGHT SURR TEST DUAL MONO Audio pin cable SW CENTER 1 2 INPUT 3 4 Stand TSS-15 WD76700 Screws Fastener Non-skid pads Preparing the Remote Control The remote control comes with the battery already installed. Before using the remote control for the very first time, pull out the plastic tab, as shown. Fitting the Stand Before using the TSS-15 amplifier for the very first time, you must fit the stand for stability. Do not use the amplifier horizontally. Put the stand onto the base of the amplifier, and with a Phillips screwdriver, screw it to the amplifier with the two screws provided, as shown. Plastic tab For information on replacing the battery, see page 18. non-skid pads Affix four non-skid pads onto the base of the stand to prevent it from slipping. 2 Getting to Know the TSS-15 Front Panel and work as explained below. They're also used when adjusting individual speaker levels with the test tone (­6, ­4, ­2, 0, +2, +4, +6). · AAC indicator (general model only) This indicator lights up when an AAC signal is input. · DTS indicator This indicator lights up when a DTS signal is input. AAC English NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 -4 -2 3 0 4 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 5 +2 +4 6 +6 7 1 -6 1 2 3 1 INPUT 2 3 4 · Dolby Digital indicator This indicator lights up when a Dolby Digital signal is input. · MAIN/SUB indicator When listening to a multilingual TV program, this indicator lights up green when the main language is selected, and lights up red when the sub-language is selected. Main and sub are selected by using the remote control's [DUAL MONO] button. · MOVIE indicator This indicator lights up when the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie listening mode is selected. · MUSIC indicator This indicator lights up when the Dolby Pro Logic II Music listening mode is selected. · AUTO indicator This indicator lights up when the Auto listening mode is selected. NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME 4 5 6 7 MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME 8 2 INPUT 1­4 indicators These indicators show which input is currently selected. 9 0 SILENT CINEMA 3 NIGHT indicator This indicator lights up when the Night listening mode is selected (see page 15). 4 MOVIE, MUSIC, SPORTS & GAME buttons (general model) These buttons are used to select the Movie, Music, Sports, and Game Cinema DSP listening modes. The button for the selected mode lights up (see page 14). 1 Status, volume & level indicators Status indicators 5 MODE button This button is used to select the following listening modes: Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Music, or Auto (see page 15). It can also be used to cancel the Cinema DSP listening modes. AAC MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 -4 -2 3 0 4 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 5 +2 +4 6 +6 7 1 -6 6 INPUT button This button is used to select inputs 1 through 4 (see page 12). Volume and level indicators 7 STANDBY/ON button This button is used to set the TSS-15 to On or Standby (see page 12). Note: While on Standby, the TSS-15 consumes a small amount of power so that it's able to receive commands from the remote control. These are multipurpose indicators. Normally, they work as status indicators, indicating input signal format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc) or Pro Logic II listening mode. When the VOLUME control is adjusted, they indicate the volume level setting from 1 through 7. After several seconds, they revert to status indicators, 3 8 VOLUME control This control is used to adjust the volume. 0 9 Remote control sensor This sensor receives infrared signals from ...