Yamaha SR-B40A ATS-B400 Sound Bar

Introduction

This document describes precautions and other instructions that you should follow to use the product safely, and how to care for the product. Be sure to read this document before using the product.

The Quick Guide describes the procedure for enjoying the sound of a TV or Bluetooth device and the main functions.

More detailed information is described in the User Guide:

• SR-B40A: https://manual.yamaha.com/av/23/srb40a/
• ATS-B400: https://manual.yamaha.com/av/23/atsb400/

The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may be found on or near the name plate, which is at the bottom of the unit. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

(1003-M06 plate bottom en 01)

This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) (530M02 ICES class B 01)

FCC Information (U.S.A.) & Compliance Information Statement

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 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 user’s manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. 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:

• 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 Corporation of America, 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620, U.S.A.

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

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (Supplier's declaration of conformity procedure)
Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America
Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA. 90620, U.S.A.
Telephone: 714-522-9011
Type of Equipment: Sound Bar
Model Name: SR-B40A, ATS-B400

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.

NOTICE (For U.S.A.)
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person's body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

NOTICE (For Canada)
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person's body.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Precautions

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

The precautions listed below are to prevent risk of harm to the user and others, as well as to prevent property damage, and to help the user use this unit properly and safely. Be sure to follow these instructions. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a safe place where it can be referenced at any time.

• Be sure to request inspections or repairs from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Yamaha cannot be held responsible for injury to you or damage of the products caused by improper use or modifications to the unit, or data that is lost or destroyed.
• This product is for ordinary homes. Do not use for applications requiring high reliability, such as managing lives, health care or high-value assets.

[Warning] This content indicates "risk of serious injury or death."

If you notice any abnormality

If any of the following abnormalities occur, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug:

• The power cord/plug is damaged.
• An unusual smell, unusual sound or smoke is emitted from the unit.
• Foreign material or water gets into the interior of the unit.
• There is a loss of sound during use.
• There is a crack or damage in the unit.

Continued use could cause electric shocks, a fire, or malfunctions. Immediately request an inspection or repair from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Power Supply Precautions

• Do not do anything that could damage the power cord.
• Do not place it near a heater.
• Do not bend it excessively or alter it.
• Do not scratch it.
• Do not place it under a heavy object.
• Using the power cord with the core of the cord exposed could cause electric shocks or a fire.
• Do not touch the power plug or cord if there is a chance of lightning. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks.
• Use this unit with the power supply voltage printed on it. Failure to connect to an appropriate AC outlet may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions.
• Be sure to use the supplied power cord. Failure to observe the above may cause a fire, burns, or malfunctions.
• Do not use the supplied power cord for other units. Failure to observe the above may cause a fire, burns, or malfunctions.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it. Failure to observe this may cause a fire or electric shocks.
• When setting up the unit, 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 disconnect the plug from the AC outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, as long as the power cord is not unplugged from the wall AC outlet, the unit will not be disconnected from the power source.
• If not using the unit for long periods of time, be sure to pull the power plug from the AC outlet. Failure to observe this may cause a fire or malfunctions.

Installation Precautions

• Install in the manner instructed in the manual. Falling or toppling may result in injury or damage.
• Do not place the unit in an unstable position where it might accidentally drop or fall over and cause injuries.
• When installing this unit, do not obstruct heat dissipation.
• Do not cover it with any cloth.
• Do not install it on a carpet or rug.
• Do not install the unit in other ways than indicated.
• Do not use the device in a confined, poorly-ventilated location.
• Failure to observe the above may trap heat inside the unit, causing a fire or malfunctions. Ensure that there is adequate space around the sound bar: at least 10 cm (4 in) on top, 10 cm (4 in) on the sides, and 10 cm (4 in) on the rear. Ensure that there is adequate space around the subwoofer: at least 10 cm (4 in) on top, 10 cm (4 in) on the sides, and 10 cm (4 in) on the rear.
• Do not install the unit in places where it may come into contact with corrosive gases or salt air or places that have excessive smoke or steam. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Avoid being near the unit during a disaster, such as an earthquake. Since the unit may turn over or fall and cause injury, quickly move away from the unit and go to a safe place.
• Before moving this unit, be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect all connection cables. Failure to observe this may damage the cables or cause you or someone else to trip and fall.
• For proper mounting the sound bar on a wall, make sure to have it done by the dealer from where you purchased the unit or by qualified service personnel. Failure to observe this may cause the installation to fall and result in injury. Installation requires special skills and experience.

General Safety Warnings

• Do not disassemble
  Do not disassemble or modify this unit. Failure to observe this may cause a fire, electric shocks, injury, or malfunctions.
• Water warning
  Do not expose the unit to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any openings or places where water may drop. A liquid such as water getting into the unit may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions.
  Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands. Do not handle this unit with wet hands. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks or malfunctions.
• Fire warning
  Do not place any burning items or open flames near the unit, since they may cause a fire.
• Handling caution
  Be careful not to drop or apply strong impact to this unit. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks, a fire, or malfunctions.

Battery for the Remote Control

[Warning] DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD

The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.

Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.

If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

• Do not disassemble a battery. Doing so may result in the battery bursting, causing a fire or injury. If the contents of the battery get on your hands or in your eyes, it can cause blindness or chemical burns.
• Do not dispose of a battery in fire.
• Do not expose the battery to conditions of extreme low air pressure, cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight or a fire) or excessive dust or humidity. Doing so may result in the battery bursting, causing a fire or injury.
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged. Charging could cause the battery to burst or leak, which can cause blindness, chemical burns, or injury.
• If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the battery fluid should come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or skin, wash immediately with water and consult a doctor. Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or chemical burns.

Wireless Unit Precautions

• Do not use this unit near medical devices or inside medical facilities. Radio waves from this unit may affect electro-medical devices.
• Do not use this unit within 15 cm (6 in) of persons with a heart pacemaker implant or a defibrillator implant. Radio waves from this unit may affect electro-medical devices, such as a heart pacemaker implant or defibrillator implant.

Hearing Loss

• Do not use the unit for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
• Before connecting the unit to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Failing to do so may result in hearing loss, electric shock, or device damage.

Maintenance

• Remove the power plug from the AC outlet before cleaning the unit. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks.

Handling Caution

• Do not insert your hand or fingers into the bass reflex port of the subwoofer. (Refer to Fig. 1 on page 6.) Failure to observe this may cause injury.
• Do not insert foreign materials such as metal or paper into the bass reflex port of the subwoofer. (Refer to Fig. 1 on page 6.) Failure to observe this may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions.
• Keep small parts out of the reach of infants. Your children may accidentally swallow them.
• Do not do the following:
• stand on or sit on the equipment.
• put heavy items on top of the equipment.
• place the equipment in a stack.
• apply unreasonable force to buttons, switches, input/output terminals, etc.
• hang on the sound bar installed on a wall.
• lean against the sound bar installed on a wall.
• Failure to observe this may cause injuries or damage to the equipment.

Diagram: Figure 1 - Subwoofer

Figure 1 illustrates the subwoofer. It shows the main body of the subwoofer with a circular port labeled "Bass reflex port" on the front.

Notice

Indicates points that you must observe in order to prevent product failure, damage or malfunction.

• Power supply: If not using the unit for a long period of time, be sure to pull the power plug from the outlet. Even if this unit is turned off by the power switch, a minute current is still flowing.
• Installation: Do not use this unit in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight that becomes extremely hot, such as near a heater, or extremely cold, or that is subject to excessive dust or vibration. Failure to observe this may cause the unit's panel to become deformed, the internal components to malfunction, or for operation to become unstable.
  If using a wireless function, avoid installing this unit near metal walls or desks, microwave ovens, or other wireless network devices. Obstructions could shorten the transmission distance.
• Connections: If connecting external units, be sure to thoroughly read the manual for each unit and connect them in accordance with the instructions. Failure to properly handle a unit in accordance with the instructions could cause malfunctions.
  Do not connect this unit to industrial units. This unit has been designed to connect to a consumer-use unit. Connection to an industrial unit could cause this unit to malfunction.
• Handling: Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber products on this unit. Failure to observe this may cause discoloration or deformation in the panel of this unit.
  If the ambient temperature changes drastically (such as during unit transportation or under rapid heating or cooling) and there is a chance condensation may have formed in the unit, leave the unit for several hours without turning on the power until it is completely dry before use. Using the unit while there is condensation can cause malfunctions.
• Maintenance: When cleaning the unit, use a dry, soft cloth. Using chemicals such as benzine or thinner, cleaning agents, or chemical scrubbing cloths can cause discoloration or deformation.
• Speakers: Do not touch the speaker units. Failure to observe this may damage the speaker units.
• Disposal or transfer: Be sure to discard used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
  If you plan to transfer ownership of this product, include this document and the supplied accessories along with the product.
  Follow the rules of your local authority to dispose of this product and its accessories.
  This product contains a battery that contains perchlorate material. Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Information

About functions included in the unit

Air may be blown out from the bass reflex port. (Refer to Fig. 1 on page 6.) This is not a malfunction. This occurs particularly often when outputting music with heavy bass.