SLG-100N/120NW: Owner's Manual
SLG-100N/120NW: Owner's Manual
SLG-100N/120NW: Owner's Manual
English
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Guitar. In order to obtain the maxi-
mum performance and enjoyment from your Silent Guitar, 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.
Contents
Precautions ................................................................... 3
Main Body/Accessories ................................................ 4
Nomenclature ................................................................ 5
Attaching the Frame ..................................................... 7
■ About the Strap Pin ...................................................................... 7
Tuning ............................................................................ 8
Changing Strings .......................................................... 9
Power Supply .............................................................. 10
■ Supplying AC Power .................................................................. 10
■ Installing the Battery .................................................................. 10
Using the Controls ...................................................... 11
■ Using the LINE OUT jack ........................................................... 11
■ Using the stereo earphones ....................................................... 11
Connecting External Devices .................................... 12
■ AUX IN jack ................................................................................ 13
■ Output Jacks (LINE OUT Jack/Headphone Jack) ..................... 13
Using the Soft Case .................................................... 14
Specifications .............................................................. 15
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adaptor). DO NOT Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable
connect this product to any power supply or adaptor other than one described battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this
in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes
necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replace-
This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, ment.
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 This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be
product. rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type
and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information
contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, When installing batteries, do not mix old batteries with new, or with batteries
Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or
notice or obligation to update existing units. incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.
Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user- Warning: Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery. Keep all
maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as
service personnel. regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household
type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones
or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or
permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all
volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that
loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before contact Yamaha directly.
damage occurs.
NAMEPLATE LOCATION: The nameplate is located on the back of the
NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are
how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and
not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owner’s the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer permanent record of your purchase.
before requesting service.
Model Serial No.
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.
Purchase Date
In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be
aware of the following:
92-BP
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
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 APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES DE LA “CLASSE B” PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE PAR LE MINISTERE
DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA.
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Your Silent Guitar will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules
given below:
■ Location
Do not expose it to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious dam-
age.
■ Power Supply
• Turn the power switch OFF when not in use.
• If you use an AC power adaptor, unplug the adaptor from the AC outlet if not to be used for an
extended period of time.
• If you use an AC power adaptor, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible.
• If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the adaptor
from the outlet.
• This product is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as the adaptor is connected to
the outlet, even if the power switch is turned off.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor during electric storms.
• Avoid plugging the AC power adaptor into the same AC outlet as appliances with high power con-
sumption, such as electric heaters or ovens. Also avoid using multi-plug adaptors since these can
result in reduced sound quality and possible damage.
■ Cleaning
• Clean the guitar body with a dry soft cloth.
• A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt.
• Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner.
■ Electrical Interference
• This unit contains electric circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or televi-
sion receivers. If this occurs, move it further away from the affected equipment.
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Main Body/Accessories
After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are in-
cluded.
• AC adaptor : PA-D09
• Soft case
* SLG-120NW only
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Nomenclature
● Front ● Rear
Tuning peg
Nut
Neck
Fingerboard
Body OPEN
Finger rest
(SLG-120NW only) THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
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.
• THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH
CANADIAN ICES-003.
• CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST
CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.
AUX VOL
AUX IN
MAX
(underneath
the saddle)
Bridge
Controls
→ See page 6.
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Nomenclature
● Controls
Battery compartment
use 6LR61 9V POWER lamp
alkaline battery
OPEN
REVERB switch
OFF 1 2
REVERB
VOLUME control
VOLUME
DC-IN jack
(Power adaptor connector) BASS control
BASS
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
TREBLE
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
DC-IN 9~12V
OPERATION.
• THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH
CANADIAN ICES-003.
–
PHONES ON/OFF
switch
AUX VOL
MIN MAX
level control
AUX IN jack
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Attaching the Frame
When shipped from the factory, the left frame is not attached to the Silent Guitar’s
main body.
Before using the instrument, please properly attach the left frame using the proce-
dure described below.
1. Fully loosen [frame attachment screw 1] located in the Frame attachment screw 1
area behind the 12th fret, and [frame attachment screw 2]
located at the end of the Silent Guitar’s main body. w
2. Insert the lower rod of the left frame fully into the bracket
hole on the Silent Guitar’s main body.
Rod
Next, insert the upper rod fully into the bracket hole.
• Make sure that the upper and lower ends of the left
frame are not reversed.
q First, insert the
• Do not place any excess force on the frame’s rods. OPEN
3.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
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
After confirming that both rods of the left frame are fully
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
SILENT GUITAR
MODEL SLG-100N
AC POWER ADAPTOR :
YAMAHA PA-1E OR PA-3C OR PA-D09
BATTERY : 9V 6LR61 OR 6F22
MADE IN INDONESIA
N89
inserted, turn the attachment screws clockwise and se- AUX VOL
upper rod.
cure the left frame to the Silent Guitar’s main body. LINE OUT
MIN
AUX IN
MAX
• After the frame is attached, make sure attachment screws 1 and 2 are tightened firmly. Using the instru-
ment with the screws loose will result in rattle or other noise during performance.
• When transporting the instrument, please carry the instrument by its neck or main body. Holding the
instrument by only its left or right frame will result in damage of the frame or the frame’s fixed parts.
• Make sure that the strap is firmly hooked onto the strap pin so the instrument does not drop during
performance.
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Tuning
Use a tuning meter, pitch pipe, tuning fork, piano, etc., and tune the open strings to
the pitches shown below.
• If the string’s pitch is high, loosen the string until the string’s pitch is slightly lower than the tuning pitch,
then tune while raising the string’s pitch.
1. Play the standard pitch “lah” (A3: 440Hz) on a tuning fork, etc., and tune the open 5th string to the
same pitch.
2. Play the pitch produced by pressing the 5th string at the 5th fret, and tune the open 4th string to the
same pitch.
3. Play the pitch produced by pressing the 4th string at the 5th fret, and tune the open 3rd string to the
same pitch.
4. Play the pitch produced by pressing the 3rd string at the 4th fret, and tune the open 2nd string to the
same pitch.
5. Play the pitch produced by pressing the 2nd string at the 5th fret, and tune the open 1st string to the
same pitch.
6. Play the pitch produced by pressing the 6th string at the 5th fret, and tune the pitch at the 5th fret of the
6th string to the pitch produced by the open 5th string.
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Changing Strings
As the strings get old, sound quality will gradually decrease, and it will become
difficult to tune the instrument. Change the strings as soon as you think they are
getting old.
Make sure you purchase a set of nylon guitar strings. The Silent Guitar uses a string
length of 650mm (25-9/16 inch).
• The end of the strings are sharp and can cut fingers. Use caution when changing strings.
• When changing or adjusting strings, do not put your face close to the instrument. The string may
suddenly break resulting in eye or other unexpected injuries.
1. Thread the string through the corresponding string hole on the bridge, then tie the string as shown in the
illustration below.
After tying the knot, pull both ends of the string to make the knot firm on the bridge.
neck side
bridge
* If the string slips (1st, 2nd, 3rd strings) tie one more knot.
B A
3. After all six strings are strung, go on to the “Tuning” (page 8) procedure and tune the guitar properly.
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Power Supply
The Silent Guitar operates either on battery power or with an AC adaptor however,
it will consume more power when the reverb function is in use. For that reason, we
recommend that it be powered with the supplied AC power adaptor for normal use.
Always turn the PHONES ON/OFF switch OFF before making AC power connec-
tions or replacing the battery.
■ Supplying AC Power
1. Plug the adaptor’s DC output cable into the Silent Guitar’s DC IN jack, making sure the plug is firmly
inserted into the jack.
2. Plug the AC adaptor into a convenient wall AC power socket.
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Using the Controls
■ Using the LINE OUT jack (Using with a guitar amplifier or powered speaker, etc.)
1. Use a standard phone plug cable to connect the Silent Guitar’s LINE OUT jack to the input jack on the
guitar amplifier or powered speaker, etc.
When the cable’s plug is inserted into the LINE OUT jack, power will be supplied to the Silent Guitar
and the power lamp will light.
• Before making any connections, make sure that the output volume on the guitar amplifier or powered
speaker, etc., is turned down or its power is switched OFF.
• When the guitar is not being used, disconnect the cable’s plug to save battery.
2. Rotate the VOLUME knob while playing, and adjust the volume to a suitable level.
• If the sound is distorted when playing vigorously, turn the VOLUME knob slightly to the left.
3. Rotate the BASS and TREBLE control knobs to adjust the sound quality.
Rotate the BASS knob to the right to increase the low frequencies, and to the left to decrease the low
frequencies.
Rotate the TREBLE knob to the right to increase the high frequencies, and to the left to decrease the high
frequencies.
4. The REVERB function can be used for adding reverb to the guitar’s tone to produce the live acoustic
characteristics experienced in a room or hall.
Set the REVERB switch to its “1” position to add the type of reverb usually experienced in a room, or set
the switch to its “2” position to add the type of reverb normally experienced in a hall.
• When compared to the REVERB switch’s REVERB 1 or REVERB 2 positions, the instrument consumes
less power when the REVERB switch is in its OFF position.
• Some noise is produced when the position of the REVERB switch is changed.
OFF 1 2 OFF ON
1. Set the headphones ON/OFF switch, located on the right side of the control panel, to its “ON” position
to supply power to the Silent Guitar. The power lamp will light.
2. Insert the earphone plug into the headphone jack. When connecting the instrument to an external device,
connect the external device to the PHONES jack using a cable with a stereo plug.
3. The remaining procedures are the same as described above in the “Using the LINE OUT jack” section’s
steps 2 through 4.
• When using a pair of headphones, do not operate at high volume levels for long periods of time. Doing so
can lead to irreparable damage to your hearing.
• Do not disconnect or connect the plug when the headphones are placed over your ears.
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Connecting External Devices
Silent Guitar
• Using the cord hook
Wrap the power adaptor’s cord around the cord Stereo earphones
hook (prevents cord from being unplugged).
SILENT GUITAR
MODEL SLG-100N
AC POWER ADAPTOR :
YAMAHA PA-1E OR PA-3C OR PA-D09
BATTERY : 9V 6LR61 OR 6F22
MADE IN INDONESIA
N89
AUX VOL
MIN MAX
6LR61
Power adaptor
Alkaline
battery
Electric
outlet or
OPEN
DC-IN
CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.
SILENT GUITAR
MODEL SLG-100N
AC POWER ADAPTOR :
YAMAHA PA-1E OR PA-3C OR PA-D09
BATTERY : 9V 6LR61 OR 6F22
MADE IN INDONESIA
N89
AUX VOL
PHONES
MIN MAX
Guitar amplifier,
Powered speaker CD player MD player
Electronic tuner
Electronic metronome
When connecting the instrument to external audio equipment, check the jack size and make sure to use a
plug size that corresponds to the jack being used, and properly connect the cable to the jack.
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Connecting External Devices
■ AUX IN jack
• The AUX IN jack can be used to connect an external stereo signal source to the Silent Guitar.
Connecting the audio output of a CD player, cassette player, etc. to the instrument allows you to play
along with the external audio source.
• The AUX IN jack’s signal level can be controlled with the AUX IN level control.
• When using the supplied stereo earphones, insert the earphone plug into the headphones jack (PHONES)
and turn the headphone ON/OFF switch to its “ON” position.
• The LINE OUT jack is a monaural type jack while the headphones jack is stereo.
• Before connecting the Silent Guitar to any external devices, make sure that the power of all
related devices is turned OFF. Set the volume level of any external audio sources to the mini-
mum level before connecting anything. High volume settings could cause damage to the equip-
ment and your hearing.
• Be careful not to step on the cord. The cord may break, equipment may be damaged, and this
may cause a substantial shock to your ears.
• The signal from the Silent Guitar’s output jacks must NEVER be returned to the AUX IN jack,
either directly or through external equipment. Doing so will result in feedback which may
cause damage to the internal electronics.
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Using the Soft Case
When putting the Silent Guitar into the supplied soft case, remove the left frame
from the Silent Guitar, and then place in the individual parts in the case as shown in
the illustration below.
• Put the left frame into the case’s larger pocket.
• Put the power adaptor into the smaller pocket in the case and secure the cover using the Velcro® tape.
• When laying the case down with the instrument packed inside, make sure that the case is placed with the
guitar’s bridge side facing up.
Left frame
Power adaptor
Placing the instrument in the soft case does not guarantee against any damages
to individual parts.
The soft case is designed for storing and transporting the instrument, and protecting it from dust, etc. Do
not position the instrument with its bridge side facing down in the case, and do not cause any damage to
the instrument by placing any objects on top of the case, hitting it, etc.
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Specifications
Neck Mahogany
Body Maple
Bridge Rosewood
Sensors B-BAND
Connectors/Controls • AUX IN
• AUX IN Level Control
• LINE OUT jack (monaural)
• PHONES jack (stereo)
• Volume
• BASS control
• TREBLE control
• REVERB switch (OFF/1/2)
• PHONES switch (ON/OFF)
• LINE OUT Jack with POWER Switch (Inserting a plug into the
jack switches the power on)
Dimensions (with the left frame attached and to the end of the strap pin)
965 (L) x 365 (W) x 80 (H) mm
38” (L) x 14-3/8” (W) x 3-1/8” (H)
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