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SV120/SV120S
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Violin. In order to obtain the maxi-
mum 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.
Precautions .................................................................... 3
Main Body/Accessories ................................................ 4
Nomenclature ................................................................ 5
Setup .............................................................................. 7
■ Tuning ......................................................................................... 7
■ The Shoulder Rest ...................................................................... 8
■ The Bow (supplied with the SV120S) ......................................... 8
■ Changing Strings ........................................................................ 8
Power Supply ............................................................... 10
■ Using Batteries ......................................................................... 10
■ Supplying AC Power ................................................................. 10
Using the Controls ...................................................... 11
The Reverb ................................................................... 11
Connecting External Devices ..................................... 12
■ AUX IN jack .............................................................................. 13
■ LINE OUT jack .......................................................................... 13
Specifications .............................................................. 14
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Owner’s Manual Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Violin. In order to obtain the maxi- mum 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. -
Page 2: Special Message Section
Yamaha. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. -
Page 3: Precautions
• 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. YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation. -
Page 4: Main Body/Accessories
The following items are in addition to the SV120 package. • Bow : 4/4 size • Rosin : PIRASTRO Schwarz 9005 • Bridge • Audio cable • Shoulder rest : KUN Yamaha Special • Hard case • SUM-3 (AA) size Manganese batteries x2 * The supplied battery is for demonstration purposes. -
Page 5: Nomenclature
Nomenclature ● Front Tuning peg Neck Fingerboard 4th string (G) 2nd string (A) 3rd string (D) 1st string (E) Body Bridge Frame Chin rest Bridge seat Adjuster Tailpiece... - Page 6 ● Controls REVERB switch ROOM/HALL 1/HALL 2 Stereo phone/stereo mini plug converter Lamp LINE OUT jack : Standard stereo phone type Stereo phone/stereo mini plug converter PHONES jack (Stereo earphones) : Stereo mini type LINE OUT jack : Stereo mini type AUX IN jack : Stereo mini type AUX VOL (AUX volume) VOLUME...
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Page 7: Setup
■ Tuning The Silent Violin is shipped from the factory with the bridge unfitted. First, set up the bridge and then proceed with tuning. • 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, then set the bridge in the bridge seat. -
Page 8: The Shoulder Rest
■ The Shoulder Rest The shoulder rest accessory is supplied to give you added support when holding the violin be- tween your shoulder and chin. Refer to the illus- tration and insert the shoulder rest into the holes provided (on the rear of the instrument) to suit your playing position. - Page 9 Place the ball (on the end of the string) in the notch on the adjuster. Make sure the ball is prop- erly inserted in the adjuster’s notch. Insert the other end of the string into the hole on the tuning peg. Ensure that the string is wound on the right side of the hole for the 1st (E) and 2nd (A) strings, and on the left side of the hole for the 3rd (D) and 4th (G) strings.
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Page 10: Power Supply
The Silent Violin can be operated with either battery or AC power. Always turn the power switch (OFF/ON/REV.ON) on the rear panel OFF before making AC power connections or replacing batteries. ■ Using Batteries Open the battery compartment situated on the back of the Silent Violin. -
Page 11: Using The Controls
• Do not operate at high volume levels when using earphones. Doing so can lead to irreparable damage to your hearing. The Silent Violins incorporates Yamaha’s DSP reverb technology. Play while trying out the three types of reverb. Slide the POWER switch to the REV. ON position, the lamp will light red, and reverb will be applied to the Silent Violin’s sound. -
Page 12: Connecting External Devices
Connecting External Devices SUM-3 (AA) size battery x2 Power Adaptor (Option) Electric Outlet DC-IN 9-12V CD Player Cassette Player Silent Violin LINE OUT PHONES AUX IN From the LINE OUT jack, etc. MD Player Electronic Metronome Stereo Earphones To the AUX IN jack, etc. -
Page 13: Aux In Jack
■ AUX IN jack • The AUX IN jack, located on the side of the instrument, can be used to connect an external stereo signal source to the Silent Violin. Connecting the audio output of a CD player, cassette player, etc. to the instrument allows you to play along with the external audio source. -
Page 14: Specifications
Neck Body Fingerboard/Tuning Pegs Bridge Frame/Chin Rest/Tailpiece Adjuster Strings Sensor Connectors/Controls Power Battery Life (Continuous Use) Using Manganese batteries • Without Reverb (POWER Switch “ON”) approximately 15 hours • With Reverb (POWER Switch “REV. ON”) approximately 2.5 hours Using Alkaline batteries •...