NS-E120
Thank you for selecting this Yamaha NS-E120 speaker system. This model is designed mainly to be used as an effect speaker system.
Natural Sound Bass-Reflex Type Effect Speaker System
CONNECTION TO YOUR AMPLIFIER
BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS, MAKE SURE THAT THE AMPLIFIER IS SWITCHED OFF.
3 Remove your finger from the tab to allow it to lock snugly on the cables wire end. 4 Test the security of the connection by tugging lightly on the cable at the terminal.

PRECAUTIONS

Read these precautions carefully before operating your speakers. When using an amplifier with a rated output power higher than the music input of the speakers, care should be taken never to exceed the speakers music input. Do not attempt to clean the speakers with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. To clean, wipe with a dry, soft cloth. To prevent the enclosure from warping or discoloring, do not place the speakers where they will be exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity. Do not place the speakers where they are liable to be knocked over or struck by falling objects. Stable placement will also ensure better sound performance. Placing the speakers on the same shelf or rack as the turntable can result in feedback. As these speakers contain strong magnets, avoid placing watches, magnetic tapes, etc. near them. Also, placing the speakers near a TV set may impair picture color. If this happens, move the TV set away from the speakers. Secure installing is the owners responsibility. YAMAHA shall not be liable to any accident caused by a failure in installing at a proper position and by proper installation procedure.
CONNECTIONS Connect the push-type input terminals at the rear of the speakers to the speaker output terminals of your amplifier with the supplied speaker cables. One side of the speaker cable is marked by a white line. Connect the (+) terminals on both the amplifier and the speakers using this white-marked side. Connect the () terminals on both components using the unmarked side of the cable. Connect the left speaker to the left (marked L) terminals of your amplifier, and the right speaker to the right (marked R) terminals, making sure not to reverse the polarity (+, ). If one speaker is connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. Procedures: 1 Press the tab on the terminal down, as shown in the figure. 2 Insert the bare wire end properly into the terminal.

Press tab

Right speaker

White line

Left speaker
Speaker output terminals of the amplifier

SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS

Attaching the speakers to a wall The speakers may be attached to a wall by using the hooks provided on the speakers back panels. Fasten wood screws into a firm wall or wall support as shown in the diagram, and hang the speaker hooks on the protruding screws.

Upright configuration

SPECIFICATIONS
Type..2-Way Bass-Reflex type Speaker Unit.12 cm paper cone woofer (JA1280) 2.5 cm semi-dome tweeter (JA05R8) Crossover..6 kHz (6 dB/oct) Input Terminal..Push-type Nominal Impedance...6 ohms Frequency Response.70 Hz 20 kHz Nominal Input Power..50W Music Input Power...100W Sensitivity...91 dB/Wm Dimensions (WxHxD)...220 mm x 297 mm x 89 mm (8-5/8x11-11/16x3-1/2) Weight..1.8 kg (4 lbs.) Accessories.2 speaker cables (10m each), 2 stands
MIN. 12 mm 4 mm Tapping screw (Available at the market)

Side long configuration

Wall/ wall support
* Specifications subject to change without notice due to product improvements.
WARNING: * Each speaker weighs 1.8 kg (4 lbs.). Do not attach them to thin plywoods or soft wall surface materials, as the screws may tear free from flimsy surfaces, causing the speakers to fall and be damaged, or result in personal injury. * Do not fasten the speakers to walls with nails, adhesives, or other unsound hardware. Long-term use and vibrations may cause them to pull free. * To avoid accidents resulting from tripping over loose speaker cables, fix these to the wall along with the speakers. NOTE: The speakers can be hung on a wall in one of two different configurations: vertically or horizontally. The speaker hooks have been arranged so that the speakers may be mounted in either of the two configurations shown by the following figures.

Ex.) When setting the speaker upright
Setting the speakers on a shelf or rack As shown in the figure, the speakers may be stood in an upright or side-long configuration on either shelves or racks, by attaching one of the supplied stands to the back of each speaker.
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NS-120

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Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA NS-120 speaker system.

PRECAUTIONS

Read these precautions carefully before using your speaker. q Any time you note distortion, reduce the volume control on your amplifier to a lower setting. Never allow your amplifier to be driven into clipping. Otherwise the speaker may be damaged. q When using an amplifier with a rated output power higher than the nominal input power of the speaker, care should be taken never to exceed the speakers maximum input. q Do not attempt to clean the speaker with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. To clean, wipe with a dry, soft cloth.
To prevent the enclosure from warping or discoloring, do not place the speaker where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity. Do not place the speaker where it is liable to be knocked over or struck by falling objects. Stable placement will also ensure better sound performance. Secure placement or installation is the owners responsibility. YAMAHA shall not be liable for any accident caused by improper placement or installation of the speaker.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS
The speaker is constructed with the majority of the weight located in its upper portion, and is thus susceptible to falling over if proper care is not taken to insure its stability. If the speaker falls over, it may damage the speaker or be the cause of injury (or even death) to persons and/or damage to personal property. Use the stands included with the speakers to increase stability: q Stands Be sure to use the stands regardless of where the speakers are positioned. Attaching the stands included with the speakers reinforces the base of the speaker not to fall over. Please be cautioned that even though the stands are connected, this does not guarantee that the speakers will not fall over.
For safe and proper use of the speaker: Position the speaker in a location that is solid, level, smooth, and low (with respect to the floor). Do not push or apply pressure to the side of the speaker when moving, or lean objects against the side of the speaker. Do not sit on or set objects on top of the speaker. Vibrations or jolts associated with earthquakes and other phenomena or activities may cause the speaker to fall over. For safety reasons, using commercially available products that increase stability in the speaker is recommended (metal fittings or chains, etc.).

English

HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH THE SPEAKERS
s Attaching the stand s Attaching the spike

Screw (6 mm) x 4

Wood screw (4 mm) x 4

Spike x 4

Stand x 4

Pad x 4

When setting up the speakers on a thick carpet, use the spikes instead of the stand. With 4 points set in place to achieve increased stability and improvements in sound quality.
When positioning the speakers, be sure to use the stand to increase stability. Use the 8 specified holes located on the base of the speaker.
Procedure: Put the 6 mm screw through the larger hole on the stand, and attach to the speaker at one of the outside holes on the base of the speaker. At this time, attach the stand to the speaker so that it can still be moved slightly. Put the 4 mm wood screw through the smaller hole on the stand, and screw it into the inside hole on the base of the speaker. When both screws have been attached, tighten both of the screws so that the stand is firmly in place. Be sure to check that the stand is firmly attached. Attach the pads to the bottom of the end portion of the stand. Attach the other stands in the same manner and confirm that all 4 stands have been firmly attached. Place the speaker in the desired location. Note If force is applied to the side of the speaker, it may fall and damage the speaker or cause personal injury. Please be careful.

Procedure: Set the nut close to the tip of the spike and screw them into the bottom of the speaker at each of the four specified holes. Place the speaker in the desired location in an upright position and adjust the length of the spike to match the depth of the carpet. When adjustment is complete, twist the nut up to the base of the speaker firmly. Notes The tips of the spikes may scratch or otherwise damage the flooring. Please be careful when positioning the speakers. q If force is applied to the side of the speaker, it may fall and damage the speaker or cause personal injury. Please be careful.
CONNECTIONS TO YOUR AMPLIFIER
Before making connections, make sure that the amplifier is switched off.

PLACING THE SPEAKERS

s Using as 2ch stereo speakers
Better stereo images will be obtained when the speakers are slightly angled in towards the listeners.

Loosen

Black ()

Tighten

Red (+)

Speaker (R)

+ Speaker (L)
s Using as main speakers in a multi channel system
Position the speakers on both sides of the TV. The positioning of speakers is important, because it controls the whole sound quality of a multi channel system. Set up the speakers on the basis of your listening position by following the owners manual supplied with your amplifier.
Front Effect Speakers Center

SPEAKERS

Subwoofer
Speakers output terminals of the amplifier

NS-120 Rear Speakers

Amplifier or Receiver

s Connections

Connect the screw-type input terminals at the rear of the speakers to the speaker output terminals of your amplifier with the speaker cables. q Connect the (+) terminals on both the amplifier and the speakers using one side of the cable. Connect the () terminals on both components using the other side of the cable. q Connect one speaker to the left (marked L) terminals of your amplifier, and another speaker to the right (marked R) terminals, making sure not to reverse the polarity (+, ). If one speaker is connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass. Procedure: Loosen the terminal knob. Remove approx. 10 mm insulation from the speaker cable and insert the bare wire end properly into the terminal hole. Tighten the knob. Test the security of the connection by tugging lightly on the cable at the terminal. Note Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other as this could damage the speaker and/or the amplifier.

REMOVING THE FRONT COVER

The front cover is fastened to the enclosure at six points, and can be removed if desired. To remove the cover, hold on to both sides and slowly pull straight away from the speaker. To reattach, line up the six pegs on the inside surface of the cover with the six corresponding holes on the speaker and push gently.