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USER MANUAL YAS203 YAMAHA

C Front Surround System

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to

wide slot and fully insert.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding

type plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are

provided for your safety. If the provided plug does

not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

11 Only use attachments/

accessories specified by the

12 Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table

specified by the manufacturer,

or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use

caution when moving the cart/

apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or

plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Yamaha and the Electronic Industries

Association’s Consumer Electronics

Group want you to get the most out of

your equipment by playing it at a safe

level. One that lets the sound come

through loud and clear without

annoying blaring or distortion – and,

most importantly, without affecting

your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud

sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, Yamaha

and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer

Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged

exposure from excessive volume levels.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with

arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert you to the presence of

uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock

The exclamation point within an

equilateral triangle is intended to

alert you to the presence of

important operating and

maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature

accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of this unit in the

The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.

Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future

CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSSGen of IC Rules.

• Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this

device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

See the “Troubleshooting” section at the end of this manual if interference to radio reception is suspected.

FCC WARNING Change or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to

correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

− Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

− Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

− Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

− Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment compiles with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC

radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment

has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).

But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)

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

3 NOTE: This product has been tested and found to

comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices.

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 users manual, may

cause interference harmful to the operation of other

4 Compliance 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:

5 Relocate either this product or the device that is

being affected by the interference.

6 Utilize power outlets that are on different branch

(circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line

7 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 coaxial type

8 If these corrective measures do not produce

satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer

authorized to distribute this type of product. If you

can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact

Yamaha Corporation of America A/V Division 6600

Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620.

9 The above statements apply ONLY to those

products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of

America or its subsidiaries.ii

Explication des symboles

6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620

• To assure the finest performance, please read this

manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future

• Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean

place - away from direct sunlight, heat sources,

vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper

ventilation, allow the following minimum

• Locate this unit away from other electrical

appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid

• Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature

changes from cold to hot, and do not locate this

unit in an environment with high humidity (i.e. a

room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation

inside this unit, which may cause an electrical

shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal

• Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects

may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be

exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top

of this unit, do not place:

− Other components, as they may cause damage

and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit.

− Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause

fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

− Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall

and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user

and/or damage to this unit.

• Do not cover this unit with a newspaper,

tablecloth, curtain, etc., in order not to obstruct

heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit

rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or

• Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all

connections are complete.

• Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may

overheat, possibly causing damage.

• Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.

• When disconnecting the power cable from the wall

outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cable.

• Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this

might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

• Only voltage specified on this unit must be used.

Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified

is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this

unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha will not be

held responsible for any damage resulting from use

of this unit with a voltage other than specified.

• To prevent damage by lightning, keep the power

cable and outdoor antennas disconnected from a

wall outlet or the unit during a lightning storm.

• Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact

qualified Yamaha service personnel when any

service is needed. The cabinet should never be

opened for any reasons.

• When not planning to use this unit for long periods

of time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power

plug from the wall outlet.

• Be sure to read the “Troubleshooting” section on

common operating errors before concluding that

this unit is faulty.

• Before moving this unit, press to set this unit in

standby mode, and disconnect the power supply

cable from the wall outlet.

• Condensation will form when the surrounding

temperature changes suddenly. Disconnect the

power supply cable from the outlet, then leave the

• Install this unit near the wall outlet and where the

AC power plug can be reached easily.

• Secure placement or installation is the owner’s

responsibility. Yamaha shall not be liable for any

accident caused by improper placement or

installation of speakers.

• Do not put a hand or foreign object into the port on

• When moving the subwoofer, do not hold the port,

as it may cause personal injury and/or damage to

• Do not place a fragile object near the port of the

subwoofer. If the object falls as a result of the air

pressure, it may cause personal injury and/or

damage to the subwoofer and the object.

• Keep the product out of reach of children to avoid

them swallowing small parts.

Notes on remote controls and batteries

• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote

• Do not drop the remote control.

• Do not leave or store the remote control in the

− places of high humidity, such as near a bath

− places of high temperatures, such as near a

− places of extremely low temperatures

• Do not expose the remote control sensor of this

unit to direct sunlight or lighting such as inverted

• If the batteries grow old, the effective operation

range of the remote control decreases

considerably. If this happens, replace the batteries

with two new ones as soon as possible.

• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.

• Do not use different types of batteries (such as

alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Read

the packaging carefully as these different types of

batteries may have the same shape and color.

• Exhausted batteries may leak. If the batteries have

leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid

touching the leaked material or letting it come into

contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery

compartment thoroughly before installing new

• Do not carry batteries in a pocket or purse with

metal objects like coins, etc.

• Do not throw away batteries with general house

waste. Dispose of them correctly in accordance

with your local regulations.

• Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is

accidentally swallowed, contact your doctor

• When not planning to use the remote control for

long periods of time, remove the batteries from the

• Do not charge or disassemble the supplied

• The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive

heat such as sunshine, fire or like.

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall

outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power

source even if you turn off this unit by . In this

state, this unit is designed to consume a very

small quantity of power.

Turns on the power of this unit or sets it to the

Do not use this unit within 22 cm (9 inches) of

persons with a heart pacemaker implant or

defibrillator implant.

Radio waves may affect electro-medical devices.

Do not use this unit near medical devices or

inside medical facilities.

The name plate is located on the bottom of the

Frequently asked questions 3

Part names and functions (sound bar/subwoofer) 4

Listening to the sound from a Bluetooth device 10

Programming the sound bar with the TV’s remote control

(TV’s remote control learning function) 12

Sending the TV’s remote signal through the sound bar

(TV Remote Repeater function) 14

Setting the auto power standby function 14

NOTE This indicates precautions for use of the product and its feature limitations. HINT This indicates supplementary explanations for better use.2

Make sure you have received all of the following items.

How to use the remote control

Preparing the remote control

Peel off the protection sheet before use.

Operating range of the remote control

Remain within the operating range shown below.

Enjoy powerful and realistic sound from the front surround system

consisting of the sound bar and wireless subwoofer, and easy

installation and connection to TVs and other devices.

Frequently asked questions

The following section covers popular functions and frequently asked questions about the

•AIR SURROUND XTREME Enjoy 7.1 channel surround sound, which creates a wide and deep soundstage, as

if speakers are set, not only on the front, but also on the left and right, and behind

• Advanced Bass Extension Processing

Equipped with Yamaha’s original bass boost technology, this system reproduces

more powerful sound from the dedicated subwoofer (p.9).

• Bluetooth® connection

Content on a Bluetooth compatible smartphone, tablet, or computer can be played

You can enjoy deep and fresh sound as close to the original by the Compressed

Music Enhancer. The sound bar is also compliant with the aptX codec, which

enables you to enjoy better sound from your smartphone.

• HOME THEATER CONTROLLER You can operate the sound bar easily by installing the dedicated controlling

application “HOME THEATER CONTROLLER.”

• TV’s remote control learning function

Operate the sound bar with the TV’s remote control (p.12).

• TV Remote Repeater function

Enables the TV’s remote signal to pass through the sound bar. If the installed

sound bar blocks the TV’s remote sensor, the TV’s remote will not work. This

function provides a convenient solution (p.14).

Makes voice sound (such as dialogues and narrations) clear (p.9).

Maintains consistent sound volume when inputs or sound sources switch (p.9).

Can I operate the sound bar using the remote control of the TV?

Switching between the remote controls of the TV and sound bar is

Yes. You can control the sound bar using your TV’s remote control by the

“TV’s remote control learning” function (p.12).

This function is available only for the IR (infrared) remote control. Check your

TV’s remote control type.

The TV’s remote control does not work after the sound bar is installed in

If your TV’s remote control uses IR (infrared) signals, set the “TV Remote

Repeater” function to transmit the TV’s remote control signals from the sound

If your TV’s remote control uses radio waves, increase the distance between

the TV and sound bar.

Can I make voice sound more clearly?

Yes. Dialogue in movies, TV news or sports programs, etc., can be made

clearer using the “clear voice” function (p.9).4

Part names and functions (sound bar/subwoofer)

Indicate the status of the sound bar. The indicators will dim automatically if no

operations are performed for 5 seconds. Refer to “Operations” (p.8 to 9) and

“Wireless connection with the subwoofer” (p.7) for the main functions of the

B Remote control sensor

Receives infrared signals from the remote control of the sound bar (p.2).

C TV’s remote control sensor

Receives infrared signals from the TV’s remote control when the TV Remote

Repeater function is enabled (p.14).

Selects an input source to be played back (p.8).

For connecting to a TV with an optical cable (p.6).

For connecting to a playback device, such as a Blu-ray Disc (BD) player, with a

coaxial digital cable (p.6).

C ANALOG input jacks

For connecting an external device with an RCA stereo cable (p.7).

D IR flasher for TV Remote Repeater

Transmits TV’s remote control signals received at the TV’s remote control sensor to

B SUBWOOFER PAIRING button

For setting wireless connection

between the sound bar and

Place the sound bar on a flat surface such as on top of a

Place the subwoofer to the outside of the sound bar.

To avoid echoes from the wall, face the front side of the

subwoofer slightly inward.

HINT • If it is difficult to operate the TV, use the TV Remote Repeater function (p.14) to transmit the TV’s remote control signal via sound bar. • When placing the sound bar across the bases of the TV, or when changing the height of the sound bar, attach the supplied stands with the stand attachment screws. Attaching the sound bar to a wall

How to install on the wall

1 Attach the mounting template on a wall and mark

for the screw holes.

2 Remove the mounting template from the wall,

then install commercially available screws (as

illustrated below) at the points marked on the

3 Hang the sound bar on the screws. Cautions• Do not stack the sound bar/subwoofer and a BD player or other device directly on each other. Doing so may cause a malfunction due to vibrations.• Do not hold the speaker portion (fabric part) on the front of the subwoofer when moving it.• The sound bar contains non-magnetic shielding speakers. Do not place magnetically sensitive items (hard disk drive, etc.) near the sound bar.• Depending on your installation environment, it may be better to connect the sound bar and external devices (such as a TV) before installing the sound bar.• Do not place the sound bar within 50 mm (2") of the TV. • The subwoofer and sound bar communicate wirelessly. Do not place objects that block wireless signals, such as metallic furniture and devices, between the subwoofer and sound bar as the wireless communication may be adversely affected.• If the subwoofer is covered with a cloth or other object, the sound volume is reduced. Install the subwoofer so that it is not hidden behind a thick curtain, etc.Cautions• When installing the sound bar on a wall, all installation work must be performed by a qualified contractor or dealer. The customer must never attempt to perform this installation work. Improper or inadequate installation could cause the sound bar to fall, resulting in personal injury.• Do not attach the sound bar to a wall that is made of weak materials such as plaster or veneered woods. Doing so may cause the sound bar to fall.• Make sure you use commercially available screws that can support the weight of the installation (specified in Step 2 on the right). Using clamps other than specified screws, such as short screws, nails, and two-sided tape, may cause the sound bar to fall.Cautions• Fix the cables in place where they will not become loose. If your foot or hand accidentally gets caught on a loose cable, the sound bar may fall.• Check that the sound bar is fixed securely after the installation. Yamaha will bear no responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations.Tapes or thumbtacksMounting template (supplied)Screw holes7 to 8.5 mm(1/4" to 5/16")3 to 4 mm (1/8" to 3/16")4 mm (#8)20 mm (3/4") or moreMounting holes on rear of sound bar6

Connections Power cableTo AC wall outlet Sound bar (rear) Optical cableCoaxial digital cable (commercially available) Playback device (such as a BD player)

Set top box OPTICAL OUTPUTCoaxial digital audio output (orange)

TV HINT If your playback device has a coaxial digital audio output, you can connect it to the BD/DVD input of the sound bar with a coaxial digital cable (commercially available). Connect to a TV (or other peripheral device).

HINT • If a setting to disable the speaker output is not available on your TV, you may disable it by connecting headphones to the headphone jack on the TV. For details, refer to the manuals of the TV.• The TV and BD/DVD input jacks support the following audio signals.− PCM (2 channel)− Dolby Digital (up to 5.1 channel)− DTS Digital Surround (up to 5.1 channel)Cautions• Make sure that the power cables of the sound bar and subwoofer are not connected to AC wall outlets when you start making connections.• Do not use excessive force when inserting the cable plug. Doing so may damage the cable plug or terminal. 1 Connect the TV and sound bar with the optical

Remove the cap of the optical cable and check the

direction of the plug.

2 Connect the power cables of the sound bar and

subwoofer to AC wall outlets.

3 Set the TV as follows.

• Set the TV volume to minimum.

• Disable the TV built-in speaker output (if available). HDMI cable (etc.) Subwoofer (rear) Power cableTo AC wall outlet7

Analog connection of an external device (game

You can connect an external device, such as a game console or TV that does not have

an optical output, to the ANALOG input jacks of the sound bar.

NOTE • Make sure the left (L) and right (R) channels are connected correctly.• Select the ANALOG key on the remote control for the input source. Wireless connection with the subwoofer

When the power cables of the sound bar and subwoofer are connected to AC wall

outlets (p.6) and the sound bar is turned on, the sound bar and subwoofer are

connected automatically. When the connection is complete, the SUBWOOFER indicator

on the sound bar lights up and the sound bar is ready for playback.

HINT • When the sound bar is turned on for the first time, if the SUBWOOFER indicator on the sound bar does not light up, see “Pairing the sound bar and subwoofer manually” (p.19) and connect the sound bar and subwoofer manually.• Once connected, the sound bar operates with the same subwoofer from the next time it is turned on.RCA stereo cable (etc.)(commercially available)Game console (etc.)Subwoofer indicator: Lights up8

Indicators The indicators on the front panel flash or light up, to indicate the operation and setting status.In this manual, illustrations of the nine in-line indicators are used for explanation.: Off: Lights up: Flashes(Example: When the STATUS indicator flashes and the TV indicator lights up) Input keys Select an input source to be played back.TV TV audioBD/DVDAudio from a device connected to the BD/DVD input jackANALOG Audio from a device connected to the ANALOG input jack BLUETOOTH...Audio from a Bluetooth connected deviceThe indicator for the selected input source lights up.(Example: when TV is selected) HINT • To play audio of the playback device connected to the TV or to watch videos of the playback device, set the TV’s input source to the playback device.• For details on Bluetooth connection, refer to “Listening to the sound from a Bluetooth device” (p.10). SUBWOOFER keys (+/–) Adjust the volume of the subwoofer. VOLUME keys (+/–) Adjust the volume of the sound bar.Volume down (–) Volume up (+)Volume down (–) Volume up (+) 1

★ Sets the sound bar to the TV’s remote control learning mode (p.12). REPEATER key

★ Enables/disables the TV Remote Repeater function (p.14). 3

Remote control signal transmitter Transmits infrared signals.★: Keys that require pressing for more than 3 secondsBLUETOOTH STANDBY, SUBWOOFER PAIRING, AUDIO DELAY, LEARN, REPEATER ★

★ Performs pairing between the sound bar and subwoofer (p.19).Green (turned on)Red (Bluetooth standby) (p.11)Off (turned off)Green (turned on)Red (turned off) SURROUND and STEREO keys Switch between surround and stereo (2 channel) playback. When surround playback is selected, you can enjoy a realistic sound effect using Yamaha’s exclusive AIR SURROUND XTREME. HINT • When 2 channel stereo signals are played in surround, the PLII indicator lights up.Lights up (surround playback)Off (stereo playback)SURROUNDSTEREOLights up (Dolby Pro Logic II) 4

BASS EXTENSION key Enables/disables the bass extension function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy powerful sound during surround playback through Yamaha’s exclusive bass boost technology.Flash 3 times (enabled), flash once (disabled) MUTE key Mutes the audio output. Press the key again to unmute.Flash (on mute) 7

CLEAR VOICE key Enables/disables the clear voice function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy clear voice sounds while watching movies, TV dramas, news programs or sports programs. UNIVOLUME key Enables/disables the UniVolume function. When this function is enabled, consistent volume is maintained when inputs or sound sources switch. HINT • The UniVolume function is automatically disabled when BLUETOOTH is selected as the input source. AUDIO DELAY key

★ Adjusts the audio delay to synchronize the sound with the video when the video image on the TV may seem delayed with respect to the sound.Follow the procedure below to adjust the audio delay.1 Hold down the AUDIO DELAY key for more than 3 seconds.The left most indicator flashes.2 Press the SUBWOOFER (+/–) key to adjust the audio delay.Pressing the SUBWOOFER (+) key delays the audio output timing.3 To finish the adjustment, press the AUDIO DELAY key. HINT • The adjustment will be finished automatically if no operations are performed for 20 seconds.Flash 3 times (enabled), flash once (disabled)Flash 3 times (enabled), flash once (disabled)(–) (+) Decoder indication The sound bar supports the following audio signals. You can check the type of the input audio signal by the color of the indicator.Green (Dolby Digital), Red (DTS Digital Surround)Off (PCM)10

Listening to the sound from a

You can play back wirelessly from Bluetooth devices, such as smartphones or digital music players. See also the operating manual of the Bluetooth device for more details.

Pairing a Bluetooth device with the sound bar

When connecting to a Bluetooth device for the first time, “pairing” between the device

and sound bar is required. “Pairing” is necessary for each Bluetooth device you use. Once “pairing” with a device is completed, subsequent connection with that device will not require “pairing.” 1 Press the BLUETOOTH key on the sound bar’s remote control to

select Bluetooth as the input source. The BLUETOOTH indicator on the front panel lights up in green. 2 Turn on the Bluetooth function of the device to be paired, and

perform pairing. The operation varies depending on the device. Refer to the operation manual of the device. 3 Select “YAS-203 Yamaha” in the Bluetooth device list on the device. If a passkey (PIN) is required, enter the number “0000.”When pairing is completed, or a completion message appears on the device. NOTE

• Perform pairing with the Bluetooth device and sound bar within 10 meters (33 ft) of each other.

• Up to eight Bluetooth devices can be paired with the sound bar. If a ninth device is paired, the oldest pairing information is deleted.• If pairing information for a device is deleted, to use that device again, pairing of the device is required again. • If a Bluetooth device is already connected to the sound bar, terminate that Bluetooth connection (p.11), then perform pairing with the new device.• Refer to “Bluetooth” (p.18) in “Troubleshooting” if pairing cannot be achieved. Perform the following steps to use a Bluetooth device with the sound bar. Bluetooth devicesPlaying back audio from a Bluetooth device on the sound barFor the first Bluetooth connectionPairing a Bluetooth device with the sound barFor subsequent Bluetooth connectionLights up11

Playing back audio from a Bluetooth device on the

1 With the sound bar turned on, press the BLUETOOTH key on the

sound bar’s remote control to select Bluetooth as the input source.

The BLUETOOTH indicator on the front panel lights up in green.

2 Turn on the Bluetooth function of the device.

When Bluetooth connection is made correctly, the BLUETOOTH indicator of the

sound bar flashes 3 times.

3 Play back a song on the device.

• Perform Bluetooth connection with the device and sound bar within 10 meters (33 ft) of each other.

• It may be necessary to select “YAS-203 Yamaha” in the Bluetooth device list again, in the event that a connection problem occurs. You may have to change the output setting to output audio to the sound bar, depending on the Bluetooth device you are using.• Adjust the volume level of the Bluetooth device as required. • If a Bluetooth device is already connected to the sound bar, terminate that Bluetooth connection, then connect with the new device. Terminating Bluetooth connection

Bluetooth connection is terminated in the following cases. When the sound bar is turned

on and the Bluetooth connection is terminated, the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once. • The Bluetooth function is turned off on the compatible device.• The BLUETOOTH key on the sound bar’s remote control is pressed for more than 3 seconds.• The sound bar is turned off. Using the Bluetooth standby mode

The Bluetooth standby mode allows you to turn on (or off) the sound bar automatically,

that interlocked by the operation of the Bluetooth device.

1 With the sound bar turned on, hold down the BLUETOOTH STANDBY

key on the sound bar’s remote control for more than 3 seconds.

Holding down the BLUETOOTH STANDBY key for 3 seconds each time toggles the

mode between enabled and disabled.

When the Bluetooth standby mode is enabled and the sound bar is turned off, the

STATUS indicator lights up in red. (Bluetooth standby)

Using the HOME THEATER CONTROLLER application

By installing the dedicated free application “HOME THEATER CONTROLLER” to a

Bluetooth device, such as a smartphone, you can perform various operations easily and

conveniently with the Bluetooth device.

(Setting items: basic operation, sound-field, sound adjustments)

For details on “HOME THEATER CONTROLLER,” see the product information on our

website. Lights upFlashes 3 times Functions available on Bluetooth devices with Bluetooth standby mode enabled Power on interlock function (when the sound bar is turned off) When Bluetooth connection is made on the device, the sound bar will turn on and will be ready to play back sound from the device.Power off interlock function (when the sound bar is turned on) The sound bar will be turned off when Bluetooth connection is terminated on a Bluetooth device. (Only when BLUETOOTH is selected as the input source.)Flash 3 times (enabled), flash once (disabled)Lights up (red)12

Settings Once you program the sound bar, you can control it with your TV’s remote control for functions such as turning on/off the TV and sound bar simultaneously, or volume up/down and muting/unmuting of the sound bar. 1 Turn off the TV.

2 Turn off the sound bar.

3 Hold down the LEARN key on the sound bar’s remote control for

more than 3 seconds to set the sound bar to the learning mode. When the sound bar is in the learning mode, the indicators on the front panel flash as shown below. NOTE • Steps 4 to 7 require only the TV’s remote control and the keys on the front panel of the sound bar. The remote control of the sound bar is not necessary.• If the sound bar has already learned functions, the following indicators light up.Mute: BD/DVD, Volume (–): ANALOG, Volume (+): BLUETOOTH, Power: SURROUND 4 Teach the sound bar the “Mute” code of the TV’s remote control. 4-1 Press MUTE on the front panel of the sound bar.4-2 While pointing your TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor, hold down the mute key for more than 1 second twice or three times. 5 Teach the sound bar the “Volume (–)” code of the TV’s remote

control. 5-1 Press VOLUME (–) on the front panel of the sound bar.5-2 While pointing your TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor, hold down the volume (–) key for more than 1 second twice or three times. Programming the sound bar with the TV’s remote

control (TV’s remote control learning function) • This function is available only when your TV’s remote control uses IR (infrared) signal.• An RF (Radio Frequency) remote control will not work.• If you want to use a cable or satellite set top box’s remote control to operate the sound bar, use your original TV’s IR (infrared) remote control to program the sound bar, then use the set top box’s remote control to operate.• If by changing the volume of the sound bar the TV’s volume also changes, set the TV’s volume to minimum, or disable speaker output.Result Bleep/buzzer IndicatorsSuccessfully learned Once Failed to learn* Repeat from Step 4-1.TwiceResult Bleep/buzzer IndicatorsSuccessfully learned Once Failed to learn* Repeat from Step 5-1.TwiceApprox. 30 cm (1 ft)TV’s remote controlHold down(more than 1 second)Release(more than 1 second)Hold down(more than 1 second)Release(...)Lights upFlashLights upFlash13

6 Teach the sound bar the “Volume (+)” code of the TV’s remote control.

6-1 Press VOLUME (+) on the front panel of the sound bar.

6-2 While pointing your TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor, hold

down the volume (+) key for more than 1 second twice or three times.

7 Teach the sound bar the “Power” code of the TV’s remote control.

7-1 Press (power) on the front panel of the sound bar.

7-2 While pointing your TV’s remote control at the remote control sensor, hold

down the power key for more than 1 second twice or three times.

8 To finish the learning mode, press the LEARN key on the sound bar’s

This completes the necessary settings. Now you can operate the sound bar with

the TV’s remote control’s mute key, volume keys, or power key.

HINT • The learning mode will be finished automatically if no operations are performed for 5 minutes.• Set the TV volume to minimum. When you turn up the volume of the sound bar with the TV’s remote control, the volume of the TV may be turned up at the same time. In this case, follow Step 3 in “Connections” (p.6) to change the TV setting.• You can press the (power) key on the sound bar’s remote control to finish learning mode. Clearing all programmed functions

1 With the sound bar turned off, hold down the LEARN key on the

sound bar’s remote control for more than 3 seconds (for entering the

When the sound bar is in the learning mode, the indicators on the front panel flash

2 Hold down INPUT on the front panel of the sound bar for more than 3

If the clearing is completed, you will hear the bleep sound three times.

3 Press the LEARN key on the sound bar’s remote control. Result Bleep/buzzer IndicatorsSuccessfully learned Once Failed to learn* Repeat from Step 6-1.TwiceResult Bleep/buzzer IndicatorsSuccessfully learned Once Failed to learn* Repeat from Step 7-1.TwiceLights upFlashLights upFlashFlashes in red (cleared)14

When the TV Remote Repeater function is enabled, the sound bar relays the TV’s

remote signal received by the front sensor to the rear transmitter. This function should

be enabled when you place the sound bar in front of your TV and you cannot operate

your TV with the TV’s remote control.

1 Turn on the sound bar.

2 Hold down the REPEATER key on the sound bar’s remote control for

more than 3 seconds to enable/disable the TV Remote Repeater

This completes the necessary settings. When the TV Remote Repeater function is

enabled, you can operate your TV from the TV’s remote control via the sound bar.

HINT • The TV Remote Repeater function is disabled by default.• If the power cable of the sound bar is connected to an AC wall outlet and when the TV Remote Repeater function is enabled, the function is usable even when the sound bar is turned off.• If you have made the sound bar learn the volume (+) operation (p.13), the volume of the TV may be turned up when you turn up the volume of the sound bar with the TV’s remote control. In this case, follow Step 3 in “Connections” (p.6) to change the TV setting.• You can check the status of the TV Remote Repeater function by the SURROUND indicator when turning on the sound bar. By enabling the auto power standby function, you can avoid forgetting to turn off the

sound bar after use, or if you fall asleep while watching TV.

NOTE • When the auto power standby function is enabled and one of the following conditions is met, the sound bar will automatically turn off.− No operation for 8 hours− No audio input and no operations for 20 minutes when BLUETOOTH is selected as the input source. 1 With the sound bar turned off, hold down the MUTE key on the sound

bar’s remote control for more than 3 seconds to enable/disable the

auto power standby function.

You can check the status of the auto power standby function with the TV indicator

HINT • Initial setting varies depending on the country or region.− U.K. and Europe models: enabled− Other models: disabled Follow the procedure below to initialize the sound bar.

2 Hold down (power) on the front panel of the sound bar for more

Sending the TV’s remote signal through the sound

bar (TV Remote Repeater function) This function is available only when your TV’s remote control uses infrared signals.IR flasher for TV Remote RepeaterTV’s remote control sensorTV’s remote controlFlash 3 times (enabled), flash once (disabled)Off (enabled), lights up (disabled) Setting the auto power standby function

Initializing the sound bar Off (enabled), lights up (disabled)Flash (initialized)15

Refer to the table below when the sound bar does not function properly. If the problem

you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off

the sound bar, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha

dealer or service center.

First, check the following:

A The power cables of the sound bar, subwoofer, TV and playback devices (such

as BD players) are connected to AC wall outlets securely.

B The sound bar, TV and playback devices (such as BD players) are turned on.

C The connectors of each cable are securely inserted in to jacks on each device.

Audio Problem Cause RemedyThe power turns off suddenly.The auto power standby function worked.When the auto power standby function is enabled and one of the following conditions is met, the sound bar will automatically turn off. - No operation for 8 hours- No audio input and no operations for 20 minutes when BLUETOOTH is selected as the input source.Turn on the sound bar again. To stop the sound bar from turning off automatically, disable the auto power standby function (p.14).The protection circuitry has been activated. (The STATUS indicator on the front panel of the sound bar flashes.)After confirming that all connections are made properly, turn on the sound bar again. If the power still turns off suddenly or cannot be turned on, unplug the power cable from the AC wall outlet and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.Bluetooth connection is terminated on a Bluetooth device when the Bluetooth standby mode is enabled.Disable the Bluetooth standby mode (p.11).The power cannot be turned on. The protection circuitry has been activated three times consecutively. (If you try to turn on the power in this condition, the STATUS indicator on the front panel of the sound bar flashes.)To protect the product, the power cannot be turned on. Unplug the power cable from the AC wall outlet and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.The sound bar is not responding correctly.The internal microcomputer is frozen, due to an external electric shock (such as lightning or excessive static electricity) or to a drop in the power supply voltage.Hold down (power) on the front panel of the sound bar for more than 10 seconds to reboot it. (If the problem persists, disconnect the power cable from the AC wall outlet and plug it again.)The sound bar operates by itself.Another Bluetooth device is being operated nearby.Terminate Bluetooth connection of the sound bar (p.11).TV’s 3D glasses do not work.The sound bar is blocking the 3D glasses transmitter of your TV.Check the position of the 3D glasses transmitter of your TV and adjust the position of the sound bar. Remove the stands of the sound bar if they are attached (p.5).Problem Cause RemedyNo sound.Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source (p.8).The mute function is activated. Cancel the mute function (p.9).The volume is too low. Turn up the volume (p.8).The power cables of the sound bar and subwoofer are not connected properly.Make sure that power cables of the sound bar and subwoofer are connected to AC wall outlets securely (p.6).16

The subwoofer is not connected

to an AC wall outlet. (The

STATUS indicator on the

subwoofer is not lit.)

Plug in the power cable of the

subwoofer to an AC wall outlet.

The sound bar and subwoofer are

not connected due to a bad

wireless communication status.

(The STATUS indicator on the

subwoofer continues to be lit in

red or flash in green.)

Move the subwoofer closer to the

sound bar. If the situation does not

improve, move the subwoofer to a

location with better communication.

If the communication between the

sound bar and subwoofer is obstructed

by a metallic object or another object,

change the position of the sound bar

and subwoofer or change the

installation location of the subwoofer.

If there is a device (microwave oven,

wireless LAN, etc.) that emits radio

frequency signals, move the sound bar

and subwoofer away from the device.

The sound bar and subwoofer are

not paired. (The STATUS

indicator on the subwoofer is

flashing or lit in red.)

Perform the pairing between the sound

bar and subwoofer (p.19).

If the SUBWOOFER indicator on the

sound bar still does not light up in

green after the pairing is performed, a

malfunction might have occurred.

Unplug the power cables from the AC

wall outlets and contact the nearest

authorized Yamaha dealer or service

The protection circuitry in the

subwoofer has been activated.

(The STATUS indicator on the

subwoofer is lit in orange.)

To protect the product, the power of

the subwoofer cannot be turned on.

Unplug the power cable from the AC

wall outlet and contact the nearest

authorized Yamaha dealer or service

The connection between the

sound bar and subwoofer is

interrupted due to a bad wireless

communication status. (The

STATUS indicator on the

subwoofer flashes in green when

the sound is interrupted.)

Move the subwoofer closer to the

sound bar. If the situation does not

improve, move the subwoofer to a

location with better communication.

If the communication between the

sound bar and subwoofer is obstructed

by a metallic object or another object,

change the position of the sound bar

and subwoofer or change the

installation location of the subwoofer.

If there is a device (microwave oven,

wireless LAN, etc.) that emits radio

frequency signals, move the sound bar

and subwoofer away from the device.

The volume is too low. Turn up the volume of the subwoofer

The front side of the subwoofer is

Clear the area around the front side

and the port of the subwoofer.

The playback source does not

contain low-frequency signals.

Play back a sound source containing

low-frequency signals, and confirm

that the sound is output from the

The protection circuitry in the

subwoofer has been activated.

(The STATUS indicator on the

subwoofer is lit in orange.)

To protect the product, the power of

the subwoofer cannot be turned on.

Unplug the power cable from the AC

wall outlet and contact the nearest

authorized Yamaha dealer or service

The automatic volume adjustment

function worked. To prevent

excessive loudness, the sound

bar automatically controls its

volume within a certain level when

the sound bar is turned on.

If necessary, turn up the volume (p.8).

Stereo playback is selected. Select surround playback (p.9).

The volume is too low. Turn up the volume (p.8).

The TV or playback device is set

to output 2 channel audio (such

Change the digital audio output setting

on the TV or playback device to Dolby

Digital or BitStream.

The audio is output from the TV

Set the TV volume to minimum (p.6).

The playback source does not

contain surround audio.

Play back a source that contains audio

recorded in surround.

The sound bar is too close to

another digital or high-frequency

Move those devices away from the

The sound bar is out of the

Use the remote control within the

operating range (p.2).

The batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries (p.2).

The remote control sensor of the

sound bar is exposed to direct

sunlight or strong lighting.

Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition

The remote control sensor of the

TV is blocked by the sound bar.

Use the TV Remote Repeater function

(p.14) or remove the stands of the

sound bar if they are attached so that

the remote control sensor of the TV is

The TV Remote Repeater

function is disabled.

Enable the TV Remote Repeater

The TV’s remote control does not

use infrared signals. (Some

remote controls may not work

even if it uses infrared signals.)

The TV Remote Repeater function

cannot be used in this case. Adjust the

position of the sound bar so that the

remote control sensor of the TV is not

blocked by the sound bar and use the

TV’s remote control to operate the TV.

The sound bar and TV are too

close or too far from one another.

Move the sound bar away from the TV

more than 50 mm (2") (p.5).

If necessary, attach or remove the

stands of the sound bar to adjust

height for the IR flasher (for TV Remote Repeater) of the sound bar

positioning in front of the remote

control sensor of the TV (p.5).

There is any obstacle (such as

cables) between the sound bar

Remove the obstacle between the

TV is not receiving the remote

control signal well since the

signals from the TV’s remote

control and IR flasher (for TV Remote Repeater) of the sound

bar are interfering.

Disable the TV Remote Repeater

The TV’s remote control key was

not held down long enough.

Hold down the key for more than 1

second twice or three times (p.12).

The TV’s remote control does not

use infrared signals. (Some

remote controls may not work

even if it uses infrared signals.)

The TV’s remote control learning

function cannot be used in this case.

Use the sound bar’s remote control to

operate the sound bar.

The position where you operated

the TV’s remote control is not

Operate the TV’s remote control at the

appropriate position (p.12).

The batteries of the TV’s remote

Replace with new batteries.

The remote control sensor of the

sound bar is exposed to direct

sunlight or strong lighting.

Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition

The transmission of the remote

control signal was disturbed by

the TV screen light.

Turn off the TV and perform the

learning operation again (p.12).

Audio output is enabled on the

Change the TV setting to disable the

TV speaker output. If a setting to

disable the speaker output is not

available on your TV, try the following

- Connect headphones to the

headphone jack on the TV.

- Set the TV volume to minimum.

The power of the TV was on when

you performed the learning

Press the power key on the TV and

(power) on the front panel of the sound

bar to turn them on and then press the

power key on the TV’s remote control

Bluetooth is not selected as the

Select Bluetooth as the input source.

The device does not support

Perform pairing operations with a

device which supports A2DP.

A Bluetooth adaptor, etc., that you

want to pair with the sound bar

has a password other than

Use a Blu etooth adaptor, etc., whose

The sound bar and device are too

Move the device closer to the sound

There is a device (microwave

oven, wireless LAN, etc.) that

outputs signals in the 2.4 GHz

frequency band nearby.

Move the sound bar away from the

device that is emitting radio frequency

Another Bluetooth device is

Terminate current Bluetooth

connection, and perform pairing with

Another Bluetooth device is

The sound bar cannot make multiple

Bluetooth connections. Terminate

current Bluetooth connection, and

make connection for the desired

More than nine devices are paired

and the oldest pairing information

Perform pairing again. The sound bar

can retain pairing information for up to

eight devices. When pairing a ninth

device, the oldest pairing information

The Bluetooth connection of the

sound bar with the device is

Perform Bluetooth connection

operations again (p.10).

Bluetooth is not selected as the

Select Bluetooth as the input source.

The sound bar and device are too

Move the device closer to the sound

There is a device (microwave

oven, wireless LAN, etc.) that

outputs signals in the 2.4 GHz

frequency band nearby.

Move the sound bar and subwoofer

away from the device that is emitting

radio frequency signals.

The device is not set to send

Bluetooth audio signals to the

Change the audio output setting and

connection setting on the device.

Playback on the device has not

Perform playback on the device.

The device’s volume is set to

Turn up the volume level.19

Pairing the sound bar and subwoofer manually

1 With the sound bar turned on, hold down the SUBWOOFER PAIRING

key on the sound bar’s remote control for more than 3 seconds.

The SUBWOOFER indicator on the front panel of the sound bar flashes rapidly.

2 Within 30 seconds, push the SUBWOOFER PAIRING button on the

rear panel of the subwoofer for more than 3 seconds with a tapered

object such as a hairpin.

The STATUS indicator on the rear panel of the subwoofer flashes rapidly in green.

When pairing is complete and the sound bar and subwoofer are connected, the

SUBWOOFER indicator on the front panel of the sound bar lights up.

If the SUBWOOFER indicator on the sound bar does not light up even after

performing the above operation, see “Troubleshooting” (p.15).

HINT • “Pairing” is the operation where the sound bar and subwoofer decide the device to connect to.20

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Front L/R 50 W x 2 ch Dynamic power 100 W Speaker

Acoustic suspension type

(Non-magnetic shielding

(Magnetic shielding type)

150 Hz to 22 kHz 35 Hz to 150 Hz

DTS Digital Surround

U.K. and Europe models:

0.4 W U.S.A. and Canada

models: 1.4 W U.K. and Europe models:

1.5 W Korea and Taiwan

models: 1.2 W China model: 1.3 W Australia and Asia

models: 1.7 W Bluetooth

(not including stands,

(34-7/8" x 3-1/8" x 4-3/4")

(34-7/8" x 3-5/8" x 4-3/4")

Weight 2.9 kg (6.4 lbs) 8.1 kg (17.9 lbs)21

This system is equipped with Yamaha’s AIR SURROUND XTREME virtual sound technology that achieves

superior positional, high-grade 7.1 channel surround sound using the sound bar and subwoofer.

The subwoofer of this system employs Yamaha’s exclusive bass control technology “Advanced Yamaha

Active Servo Technology II” and has achieved high-quality low-frequency sound playback.

“UniVolume” is a trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG and is used by Yamaha in accordance with a

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.

DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS Digital Surround is a

trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

© 2013 CSR plc and its group companies.

mark and the aptX logo are trade marks of CSR plc or one of its group companies and may be

registered in one or more jurisdictions.

“Blu-ray Disc™”, “Blu-ray™”, and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.

• Bluetooth is a technology for wireless communication between devices within an area

of about 10 meters (33 ft) employing the 2.4 GHz frequency band, a band which can

be used without a license.

Handling Bluetooth communications

• The 2.4 GHz band used by Bluetooth compatible devices is a radio band shared by

many types of equipment. While Bluetooth compatible devices use a technology

minimizing the influence of other components using the same radio band, such

influence may reduce the speed or distance of communications and in some cases

interrupt communications.

• The speed of signal transfer and the distance at which communications is possible

differs according to the distance between the communicating devices, the presence of

obstacles, radio wave conditions and type of equipment.

• Yamaha does not guarantee all wireless connections between this unit and devices

compatible with Bluetooth function.i

G Touche (alimentation)

Anomalies Causes possibles Actions correctives

Anomalies Causes possibles Actions correctives

DTS Digital Surround