Yamaha Hs 8 User Manual

							HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S Owner’s Manual11
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Recommended cables
Cables for connecting the audio source (audio 
interface, etc.) to the HS8S
 For connection to a balanced phone jack input.
 For connection to a balanced XLR input.
 For connection to an unbalanced phone jack input.
Cables for connection between the HS8S and 
HS8/HS7/HS5
NOTERefer to “Connectable cables” on page 5 for more connector 
details. The configurations of the balanced and unbalanced 
phone jack connectors are different.
Settings for Speakers Plus Subwoofer
Once the subwoofer connections have been made and 
the layout is finalized, you can begin making the 
following settings.
1Turn the level/volume controls on all 
source equipment (audio interface, etc.) all 
the way down.
2Set the HS8/HS7/HS5 LEVEL control to the 
12-o’clock position, and set both ROOM 
CONTROL and HIGH TRIM switches to 0 
dB.
3Set the HS8S LEVEL control to 0, the HIGH 
CUT and LOW CUT controls to their 12-
o’clock positions, and set the LOW CUT 
switch to OFF.
4Turn power on in the following order: audio source devices, then subwoofer, and finally 
the full-range speakers.
NOTICE
Turn power off in the following order: full-range speakers, then 
subwoofer, and finally audio source devices.
5Play some source material and gradually 
raise the level/volume controls on the 
source equipment.
NOTICE
Be careful not to suddenly apply an excessively loud signal to the 
system. Excessive level can damage the speakers.
6Set the HS8S LEVEL control to between 10 
and 12 o’clock, and turn the LOW CUT 
switch ON.
7Set the listening level to a level at which 
you can listen comfortably without fatigue 
for an extended period of time.
NOTE If necessary, adjust the ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM 
switches for the most natural response (refer to page 6).
If necessary, adjust the LOW CUT and HIGH CUT controls 
and the PHASE switch for the most natural response (refer 
to page 7).
Installing Brackets 
(HS8I/HS7I/HS5I only)
HS8I/HS7I/HS5I can be installed with optional brackets. 
Two screw holes for installing the brackets are located 
on each of the four surfaces (top, bottom, left and right).
HS8S
HS8S
HS8S
HS8S
HS8 HS7
HS5
HS8
HS7
HS5
Refer also to the bracket installation manual. 
Note that there are two sets of screws: those that are 
originally installed in the speaker cabinet (to plug the 
installation holes) and those (for bracket installation) 
that are included in the product package. When 
installing brackets to the speaker, remove the original 
screws and make sure to use only the screws included 
in the product package for bracket installation.
Screw holes for installing 
brackets 
						

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Caution
Construction work should be carried out by a professional 
constructor.
Do not install the speaker transversely.
Make sure not to touch the cone when installing.
For optimum safety, the installation should be checked thoroughly at 
regular intervals. Some fittings may deteriorate over extended periods 
of time due to wear and/or corrosion, or the mounted parts may 
loosen.
When choosing the installation location such as wall and ceiling and mounting hardware (bolts, nuts), make sure all are strong enough to 
support the weight of the speaker.
Make sure to properly use the safety wire to prevent the speaker from 
falling down in the event of an installation failure.
When installing the safety wire to the ceiling or wall, install it highe\
r than the wires attachment point on the speaker to reduce slack. Also, 
ensure that the installation height and location would pose no danger 
to people should the speaker fall.
Yamaha does not assume any responsibilities for accidents such as  dropping due to insufficient strength at attachment points or 
inadequacy of the mounting method.
The recommended tightening torque for installing the included screws for bracket installation is 6.2 Nm for the M8 screw (HS8I and HS7I) 
and 2.4 Nm for the M5 screw (HS5I).
Use safety wires with the following specifications.
NOTEDo not use the speaker if the screws at locations where 
brackets are not installed have been removed. This causes air 
leaks to occur from the enclosure, resulting in undesirable 
performance.
Troubleshooting
Diameter Ø3.0 mm or more
Length Less than 600 mm
Material Stainless steel
Breaking load 6,370 N (650 kg) or more
Sectional 
view
Eyenut
Screws included 
with the product  Included screws 
for bracket 
installation
Safety 
wire
Eyebolt
HS8I: 25–50 mm
HS7I: 25–30 mm
HS5I: 20–25 mm Enclosure
Washer, etc.
Eyebolt
HS8I/HS7I: Ø18, HS5I: Ø12
HS8I/HS7I: M8, HS5I: M5
Reinforcement 
plate
* This example 
shows how to  
install to a wall.
SymptomPossible CauseSolution
Power won’t turn on / 
front panel logo 
doesn’t light.
The power cord might not be connected 
properly.
Check and connect the power cord.
The power switch might not be turned on. Turn the power switch ON. If the problem persists,  contact your Yamaha dealer.
No sound. One or more cables might not be  connected properly. Check that all cables are properly connected.
The source equipment might not be 
supplying an audio signal. Make sure that the source equipment is 
functioning properly and delivering the required 
signal.
The level setting might be too low. Adjust the output level setting of the source  equipment, or use the LEVEL control to increase 
the output level.
Are cables connected to both the XLR and 
phone jack INPUT connectors? The XLR and phone jack input connectors can not 
be used simultaneously. Use only one input 
connector at a time.
Noisy or distorted 
sound. One or more cables might be corroded, 
shorted, or otherwise broken. Replace faulty cable(s).
The system might be picking up external 
noise. Try changing the positions or layout of the cables.
Try changing the location of other electrical/
electronic devices that are near the speakers. 
						

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Specifications
Dimensions
HS8/HS8IHS7/HS7I
ModelHS8HS8IHS7HS7IHS5HS5IHS8S
General Specifications
TypeBi-amp 2-way powered speaker Powered subwoofer
Crossover Frequency 2 kHz –
Overall 
Frequency 
Response -3dB
47 Hz – 24 kHz 55 Hz – 24 kHz 74 Hz – 24 kHz 33 Hz – 124 Hz
-10dB 38 Hz – 30 kHz 43 Hz – 30 kHz54 Hz – 30 kHz 22 Hz – 160 Hz
Mounting Points –
Four surfaces x 2 x M8 
(120 mm pitch)–Four surfaces x 2 x M8 
(120 mm pitch)–Four surfaces x 2 x M5 
(60 mm pitch)–
Dimensions (W x H x D) 250 x 390 x 334 mm
9-13/16 x 15-3/8 x 13-1/8" 210 x 332 x 284 mm
8-1/4 x 13-1/16 x 11-3/16"170 x 285 x 222 mm
6-11/16 x 11-1/4 x 8-3/4"
300 x 350 x 389 mm
11-13/16 x 13-3/4 x 15-5/16"
Weight10.2 kg 
(22.5 lb.)10.7 kg
(23.6 lb.)8.2 kg 
(18.1 lb.)8.7 kg
(19.2 lb.)5.3 kg 
(11.7 lb.)5.5 kg
(12.1 lb.)
12.5 kg (27.6 lb.)
Speaker Components
Speaker Components LF: 8" cone
HF: 1" dome LF: 6.5" cone
HF: 1" domeLF: 5" cone
HF: 1" dome
8" cone
Enclosure Bass-reflex type, Material: MDF
Amplifier Unit
Output PowerTo t a l
120 W (dynamic power) 95 W (dynamic power) 70 W (dynamic power)
150 W, 4 ohms (dynamic 
power)
LF75 W (4 ohms) 60 W (4 ohms) 45 W (4 ohms) –
HF 45 W (8 ohms) 35 W (8 ohms) 25 W (8 ohms) –
Input Sensitivity / Impedance-10 dBu/10k ohms
Output Level/Impedance – -10 dBu/600 ohms
Input Connectors (Parallel) 1: XLR-3-31 type (balanced)
2: PHONE (balanced)
Output Connectors –
XLR-3-32 type (balanced) x2 
(L&R)
ControlsLEVEL control (+4 dB, center click)
EQ: HIGH TRIM switch (+/- 2 dB at HF), 
       ROOM CONTROL switch (0/-2/-4 dB under 500Hz)
LEVEL control
PHASE switch (NORM./REV.)
HIGH CUT control 
(80 – 120 Hz, center click)
LOW CUT control 
(80 – 120 Hz, center click)
LOW CUT switch (ON/OFF)
Indicator
Power ON (White LED)
Power Consumption 60 W 55 W 45 W 70 W
250 (9-13/16")
390 (15-3/8")
334 (13-1/8")
120
2-M8(HS8I Only)
75
2975
120 150
2-M8(HS8I Only)
Unit: mm (inch)
210 (8-1/4")
332 (13-1/16")
284 (11-3/16")
2-M8(HS7I only)
2-M8(HS7I only)
120
75
75 29
120 120
Unit: mm (inch) 
						

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Performance Graph
Block Diagram
170 (6-11/16")
285 (11-1/4")
222 (8-3/4")
2-M5(HS5I only)
2-M5(HS5I only)
6044
97 17
11 0
60
Unit: mm (inch)
300 (11-13/16")389 (15-5/16")
350 (13-3/4")
Unit: mm (inch)
HS 8/HS 8IHS7/HS7IHS5/HS5IHS 8S
INPUT 1
HIGH CUTLIMITER
HIGH TRIM
INPUT 2
LF
HF
LEVELLOW CUTROOM CONTROL
LOW BOOST STEP FILTERP. A M P
STEP FILTER LO
WCUT P.AMP
INPUT
OUTPUT LOW CUT
OUTPUT
R ch
L ch
LOW CUT   ON/OFF
SUM
SPEAKER PHASE
NORMALREVERSE
LEVEL
P. A M P
INPUT
INPUT
INPUT
LOW CUT HIGH CUT
LIMITTER
HS8/HS7/HS5
HS8I/HS7I/HS5I
HS8S 
						

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Tilt Angle (HS8I/HS7I/HS5I only)
Wall mount
Ceiling mount
ModelBracketMaximum tilt angle
HS8I
BWS251-300 30°
BWS251-400 45°
BWS50-260 0°
BWS50-190 Not compatible
HS7I
BWS251-300 35°
BWS251-400 45°
BWS50-260 0°
BWS50-190 Not compatible
HS5IBWS20-190 0°
BWS20-120 Not compatible
ModelBracketMaximum tilt angle
HS8I
BCS251 45°
BWS50-260 30°
BWS50-190
HS7I
BCS251 45°
BWS50-260 30°
BWS50-190
HS5I
BCS20-210
20°
BCS20-150
BWS20-190
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