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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1.  IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

 

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained 
in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly 
approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to 
use the product.

2.  IMPORTANT

:

 

When connecting this product to accessories and/or 

another product use only high-quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied 
with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. 
Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use 
this product in the USA.

3.  NOTE:

 

This product has been tested and found to comply with the 

requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital de-
vices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level 
of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment 
will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This 
equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and 
used according to the instructions found in the user’s manual, may cause 
interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Com-
pliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will 

not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of 
interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and 
“ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following 
measures:

 

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the 
interference. 

 

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or 
fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

 

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. 
If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-
axial type cable.

 

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please 
contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If 
you cannot locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corpo-
ration of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, 
Buena Park, CA 90620

 

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by 
Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

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This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adaptor). DO NOT 
connect this product to any power supply or adaptor other than one described 
in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by 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.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

 

The information 

contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. 
However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifi-
cations without notice or obligation to update existing units.

Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user-
maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified 
service personnel.

This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and head-
phones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could 
cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at 
a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any 
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.  
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before 
damage occurs.

NOTICE:

 Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to 

how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are 
not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owner’s 
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer 
before requesting service.

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:

Battery Notice:

 This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable 

battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of 
this type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes 
necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replace-
ment.

This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be 
rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type 
and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix old batteries with new, or with batteries 
of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or 
incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:

 Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery. Keep 

all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as 
regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of house-
hold type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

 Should this product become damaged beyond repair, 

or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe 
all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products 
that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, 
please contact Yamaha directly.

NAMEPLATE LOCATION:

 The nameplate is located on the back of the 

product. 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 

Serial No.

Purchase Date

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 AP-
PAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA “CLASSE B” PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIO  ELECTRI QUE 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.

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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Summary of Contents for SILENT Cello SVC-210SK

Page 1: ... s Manual in a safe place for later reference Precautions 3 Main Unit Accessories 4 Nomenclature 5 Set up 8 Tuning and Changing the Strings 8 Setting the Knee Supports 11 About the Chest Support 12 About the End Pin 12 Attaching the Arm Support 12 Power Supply 13 Using Batteries 13 Supplying AC Power 13 Putting the Instrument into the Soft Case 14 Specifications 15 SVC210 Owner s Manual Contents W...

Page 2: ...d head phones or speaker s may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist IMPORTANT The louder the sound the shorter the time period before damage occurs NOTICE Service charge...

Page 3: ...ng Connections To avoid damage to the SILENT Cello 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 Disconne...

Page 4: ...o x 1 Bridge x 1 Audio cable x 1 For connection of AUX IN jack Chest support x 1 Stereo headphones x 1 Soft case x 1 Arm support x 1 Power Adaptor sold separately Yamaha PA 3C for use in Japan PA 130 for use internationally To play SVC210 you will need 2 SUM 3 AA size batteries WH39310_SVC210_Body_R4 indb 4 15 01 20 18 27 ...

Page 5: ... Adjuster Tailpiece Body Bridge seat Tail nylon End pin End pin stopper Bridge 2nd string D 1st string A Knee support arms Knee support lock knob Controls See page 6 Arm support fixing bolt Chest support attachment holes Knee supports Arm support WH39310_SVC210_Body_R4 indb 5 15 01 20 18 27 ...

Page 6: ...me AUX IN jack VOLUME Controls SUM 3 size battery x2 CD player MP3 player etc Stereo headphones Supplied headphones or any other type Powered speaker Electric tuner Mixer Recorder Bass amplifier etc Cord hook Wrap the Power Adaptor s cord around the cord hook prevents cord from being unplugged Power adaptor Option Electric outlet WH39310_SVC210_Body_R4 indb 6 15 01 20 18 27 ...

Page 7: ...OL control LINE OUT jack The LINE OUT jack located on the rear of the instrument delivers the stereo signal of the SILENT Cello to external audio equipment Using an optional stereo phone plug cable or monaural phone plug cable to connect the instrument to the audio input jack of external Powered speakers mixing console etc to listen from external audio equipment or recording The LINE OUT jack s si...

Page 8: ... that each string passes over the corresponding slits in the bridge Make sure that the strings are resting in their appropriate grooves in the bridge when playing the instrument Strings may come out of their grooves when adjusting the bridge or changing strings Since the first A and fourth C strings tend to come out of their grooves easily use your fingers to hold the strings gently in place when ...

Page 9: ...t and the tuning machine is hard to turn Rotate the adjustment screw to the left counter clock wise B Finally use the adjuster to fine tune the strings If the adjuster is too loose it could produce noise while playing Caution Don t loosen too much Make sure that the Tail Nylon is correctly positioned on top of the Saddle Caution When the instrument is not being used loosen the strings until the pi...

Page 10: ...d insert the end into the hole in the tuner While pulling the string toward the bridge to maintain string tension turn the tuner machine to wind the string around the tuning post Make sure the string is wound toward the base of the post as shown in the illustration below The adjuster should be set to the middle of its adjustment range 1st string A 4th string C 2nd string D 3rd string G Adjuster s ...

Page 11: ...ly secured in place If they are loose they may produce noise or cause the instrument to move about while being played 4 Slowly unfold the knee supports until they are fully open 5 Slide the stoppers located on the inner side of the knee supports over the arm to lock the knee supports in place With this setting of the knee supports is complete To fold the knee supports simply reverse the order of t...

Page 12: ... stopper is secured firmly to prevent the instrument from slipping while you play About the Arm Support The SILENT Cello is shipped with the arm sup port detached Hold the arm support so that its attachment plate is parallel to the attachment position on the body Tighten the arm support fixing bolt and secure the arm support to the body Make sure the arm support is firmly attached If it is loose i...

Page 13: ...acturers or different types by the same manufacturer Doing so may result in fire To prevent possible damage to the unit due to battery leakage and unnecessary power drain remove the batteries from the unit when it is not going to be used for an extended period of time Power Supply The SILENT Cello can be operated with either battery or AC power Always turn the power switch OFF ON REV ON on the rea...

Page 14: ...rage Pockets Bow pocket Arm support etc Chest support etc Cable Headphones etc Protector Protector The protector does not guarantee against damage to parts such as the bridge etc The protector is designed to protect the instrument against light shocks while the instrument is being carried Never expose the protector to shocks such as placing the case with the protector facing down placing objects o...

Page 15: ...W with the PA 130 PA 130A B Battery Life Continuous Use Using Manganese batteries Without Reverb POWER Switch ON approximately 10 hours With Reverb POWER Switch REV ON approximately 3 hours Using Alkaline batteries Without Reverb POWER Switch ON approximately 25 hours With Reverb POWER Switch REV ON approximately 9 hours String Length 690 mm 27 3 8 Dimensions setup for playing with the chest suppo...

Page 16: ...WH39310 1502 R4 Printed in Japan 430 8650 静岡県浜松市中区中沢町10 1 ...

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