Headphones
User Guide
EN
Contents
Introduction 3
About this User Guide................................................................................3
Advantages of this product.........................................................................4
Part names and accessories........................................................................5
Connections 7
Connecting the headphones with the included cable......................................7
Connecting to an audio device.. .................................................................. 8
Wearing this product 10
Putting the headphones on.......................................................................10
Replacing the earpads..............................................................................12
Maintenance 15
Taking care of the headphones..................................................................15
Taking care of the accessories...................................................................16
Storing this product.................................................................................17
Troubleshooting 18
Check this first........................................................................................18
Aftersales service....................................................................................19
Appendix 20
Specifications.........................................................................................20
Optional accessories (sold separately).. ..................................................... 22
Trademarks............................................................................................23
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Contents
Introduction
About this User Guide
This guide explains how to connect and operate the product.
(The precautions and other matters in this guide are classified as follows.
(WARNING
This content indicates “risk of serious injury or death.”
(CAUTION
This content indicates “risk of injury.”
(NOTICE
Indicates points that you must observe in order to prevent product failure, damage or malfunction and
data loss, as well as to protect the environment.
(NOTE
Indicates notes on instructions, restrictions on functions, and additional information that may be
helpful.
(All illustrations and screens shown in this guide are for explanatory purposes.
(All company names, product names and other such listings in this guide are the registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective companies.
(Text labeled as [Search tag] is for the purpose of searching.
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Introduction > About this User Guide
Advantages of this product
This product is a pair of headphones that connects via cable to an audio device such as a headphone
amplifier.
Immerse yourself more deeply in your own world of sound and music
Yamaha’s flagship model of open-back headphones featuring the Orthodynamic™ driver
This product is our flagship model of headphones, created through the culmination of many years and an
array of unique technologies from design to manufacturing, and is designed with the goal of providing a
comfortable listening experience in which you lose track of time and immerse yourself whenever you like in
your music.
Just close your eyes to delight in the feeling of being right there with the artists. The YH-5000SE brings you
countless hours of musical enjoyment.
The sound that makes total immersion in your music a reality
(Yamaha’s proprietary Orthodynamic™ driver is built into these headphones to fully realize both the
delicacy and the massive power of your music, with a highly responsive yet flexible tonal character
(Large housing and filter design offer a dense, open sound
(Specially-designed silver-coated OFC cables used for minimizing sound quality degradation in
transmission, bringing out the full sound spectrum of the source
Comfortable fit for long periods of listening to music
(Housing made of magnesium for a lightweight, sturdy design
(Earpads made with three-dimensional stitching and low-rebound urethane foam for a comfortable fit
(Two types of earpads made of different materials are included, selectable according to your tastes
(Head pad made using three-dimensional stitching to fit your head shape, reducing pressure on the top of
your head
(Smooth stepless slider lets you precisely adjust the fit of the headphones
Design
(Highly original form that encompasses functionality and a unique design, realizing a powerful sound with
presence that comes alive
(The gorgeous styling gives this product a presence for a longer, more immersive time listening to music,
making the experience special
For more information
☞ https://www.yamaha.com/2/yh-5000se/
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Introduction > Advantages of this product
Part names and accessories
Part names
a
c
e
f
b
d
aHeadband
bHead pad
cSlider
dCable jacks (L), (R)
eHousing
fEarpads
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Introduction > Part names and accessories
NOTICE
(This product uses strong magnets. Do not place or hold this product near any objects that might be affected by the magnetic
field of this product.
(For objects like clocks or ATM cards, the data on the affected device may be corrupted or destroyed.
(Metal parts like paper clips or screws may come into contact with and scratch this product, or cause a malfunction.
(As the diaphragm used in this product are susceptible to impact, do not drop this product or expose it to strong impact. This
may cause a malfunction.
Accessories
Make sure that all of the accessories are included with this product.
g h
i j
k
gHeadphone Earpads (Leather) × L, R: 1 set
Note: These are pre-attached to the product.
hHeadphone Earpads (Ultrasuede®) × L, R: 1 set
iHeadphone Unbalanced Cable (3.5 mm, three-conductor plug), 2 m (78-3/4″)
(Includes a 6.3 mm adaptor plug)
jHeadphone Balanced Cable (4.4 mm, five-conductor plug), 2 m (78-3/4″)
kHeadphone Stand
lQuick Guide
mSafety Guide
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Introduction > Part names and accessories
Connections
Connecting the headphones with the included cable
Connect the included headphone balanced cable or unbalanced cable to the headphones.
LEFT
Make sure that the correct cable plugs, L (left) and R (right) are plugged into the correct sides on the
headphones, and firmly insert the plugs all the way into the Cable jacks.
NOTICE
(When plugging or unplugging the cable, make sure to grip the plugs with your hand. If you pull too hard on the cable itself, the
cable wires may break.
(Insert the plug all the way into the jack. If the plug is not fully inserted, you may hear no sound, or you may hear breaks in the
sound.
(The audio may sound strange if you get the L (left) and R (right) Cable jacks mixed up.
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Connections > Connecting the headphones with the included cable
Connecting to an audio device
This shows you how to connect the included cable to an audio device such as a headphone amplifier.
CAUTION
(Make sure to turn the volume all the way down on the devices you connect to this product to beforehand.
RL
Headphone amplifier or
other equipment
Headphone output jack
Input plugs
Headphone Unbalanced Cable
(3.5 mm, three-conductor plug,
includes 6.3 mm adapter plug)
Headphone Balanced Cable
(4.4 mm, five-conductor plug)
Firmly plug the balanced or unbalanced cable into the headphone output jack on the device to which you
want to connect.
Headphone Unbalanced Cable
(Connecting to a Φ6.3 mm headphone jack
(Use the cable with the adaptor plug attached on the end.
(Connecting to a Φ3.5 mm headphone jack
(Remove the adaptor plug on the end of the cable before use.
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Connections > Connecting to an audio device
NOTE
(The included cable and adaptor plug are only for use with headphones.
(Make sure to plug the cable only into the headphone output jack of the device to which you are connecting.
(Be sure to grip this cable’s plug when inserting or unplugging. If you pull on the cable instead, the cable wires may break.
(Insert the plug all the way into the jack. If the plug is not fully inserted, you may hear no sound, or you may hear breaks in the
sound.
(When connecting this product to another device, refer to the Owner’s Manual for that device as well.
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Connections > Connecting to an audio device
Wearing this product
Putting the headphones on
Put the headphone marked L on your left ear, and put the headphone marked R on your right ear.
Make sure that each headphone covers your entire ear.
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Wearing this product > Putting the headphones on
Use the slider to adjust the position according to the size of your head.
NOTICE
(Be careful not to get your fingers or hair caught in the movable part of the slider.
(Do not forcibly pull on the movable part of the slider. These actions may cause a malfunction.
(Do not apply too much force to the mesh covering on the housing, or expose it to impact. This may damage the mesh covering.
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Wearing this product > Putting the headphones on
Replacing the earpads
NOTICE
(When replacing the earpads, do not apply too much force to the mesh covering on the housing, or expose them to impact. This
may cause a malfunction or damage the product.
Mesh covering on
housing
Follow these steps to replace the earpads.
1Hold the earpad and rotate counterclockwise while pulling the earpad towards you
to detach it from the headphones.
L
1
1
2222
11
R
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Wearing this product > Replacing the earpads
2Align the replacement earpad with the marked areas inside the headphone
housing.
The housings are marked on the inside with “L” for the left side and “R” for the right side. Align
the respective “L” and “R” markings on the housings with those on the earpads.
L
R
3Hold the earpad and rotate clockwise while attaching the earpad onto the
headphones.
L
2
2
1111
22
R
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Wearing this product > Replacing the earpads
NOTE
After attaching the earpads, lightly pull on them to make sure that they won’t easily come off. The sound quality may not be as good if
the earpads are not firmly attached.
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Wearing this product > Replacing the earpads
Maintenance
Taking care of the headphones
Daily maintenance
(Use a dry and soft cloth when wiping the product.
(Do not use disinfectant solutions containing alcohol or similar liquids.
(To prevent rust or deformation, always keep the product dry and avoid placing it in extremely cold or hot
locations.
(Be careful not to heat the product with a hairdryer or heating device.
(Do not expose this product to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Headband
(If the headband gets dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth or a tightly wrung cloth.
(Wipe the headband regularly to remove any dust.
Head pad
(If the head pad gets dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth or a tightly wrung cloth. Do not use disinfectant
solutions containing alcohol or similar liquids.
(Wipe the head pad regularly to remove any dust.
Housing
(Use a dry and soft cloth to wipe off the surface of the housing.
(When cleaning the housing mesh covering, use a dry cloth, cotton swab, air blower, a commercially
available air duster or similar tool. When using an air blower, a commercially available air duster or the
like, be careful not to propel too much air on the precision moving parts such as the driver unit, as this
may cause a malfunction.
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Maintenance > Taking care of the headphones
Taking care of the accessories
Earpads
(Do not use shoe polish, solvents (such as thinner or benzine), or disinfectant solutions containing alcohol
or similar liquids.
(Hair care products may cause damage to leather. If any such products get on the earpads, carefully wipe
them off.
(The earpads may naturally degrade over time, even when stored and used normally. We recommend that
you replace the earpads soon if they have degraded.
NOTE
Some parts of the earpads use all-natural leather, giving each one a slightly different appearance and feel. Note that the leather
surfaces may become discolored or wrinkled, depending on how they are used.
Cable plugs
(Use a dry and soft cloth or similar material when wiping.
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Maintenance > Taking care of the accessories
Storing this product
You can store this product in the box when you are not using it.
We recommend that you maintain and clean the product before storing it, to keep it in good condition to use
for a long time.
L
R
Open the housing
Move the sliders to their topmost positions
Disassemble before storing
NOTICE
Close the lid so that these parts of the
inside of the lid are touching the sliders
on the headphones.
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Maintenance > Storing this product
Troubleshooting
Check this first
If this product does not operate normally while you are using it, check the following points.
[Search tag] #Q01 Troubleshooting
No sound can be heard
(The cable may not be correctly connected.
Make sure that the cable is correctly plugged in all the way into the headphones and the connection jack
on your audio device.
(“Connections”(p.7)
(The power of the audio playback device might not be on.
Turn on the power of your connected device.
(The volume is too low.
Raise the volume on your connected device.
(The audio stopped playing back.
Start playback.
Sound is not good or sounds strange
(You might be wearing the headphones on the wrong sides (L/R).
Check that the left (L) and right (R) headphones are worn on the correct sides.
(“Putting the headphones on”(p.10)
(The left (L) and right (R) plugs of the balanced or unbalanced cable might be plugged into the
wrong jacks on the headphones.
Check the left (L) and right (R) jacks on the headphones and connect the plugs correctly.
(“Connections”(p.7)
(The earpads may not be correctly attached.
Check whether the left (L) and right (R) earpads are attached to the correct sides of the headphones.
(“Replacing the earpads”(p.12)
If the trouble still cannot be solved, please contact us for product support as shown below.
(For customers within Japan
Please contact the store where you purchased this product, or the Product Support Center as listed in the
“Safety Guide” included with this product.
(For customers outside of Japan
Please contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.
https://manual.yamaha.com/av/support/
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Troubleshooting > Check this first
Aftersales service
(The earpads are replaceable parts. As the earpads are an important part of this product that affect the
sound quality, we recommend that you replace them soon if they are degraded or damaged.
(The serial number that is engraved on the headband cannot be engraved again on the replacement part if
the headband is repaired or replaced.
(If one of the driver units on the headphones is damaged or malfunctioning, you may notice a difference in
sound between the left and right sides. For this reason, we recommend replacing both sides at the same
time.
For service or general inquiries
(For customers within Japan
Please contact the store where you purchased this product, or the Yamaha repair consulting center as
listed in the “Safety Guide” included with this product.
(For customers outside of Japan
Please contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center.
https://manual.yamaha.com/av/support/
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Troubleshooting > Aftersales service
Appendix
Specifications
The specifications of this product are as shown below.
YH-5000 Headphones (main unit)
(Driver type
Open-back type
(Driver units
Planar magnetic (Orthodynamic™ driver)
(Frequency response
5 Hz–70 kHz
(Sensitivity
98 dB/mW (at 1 kHz)
(Impedance
34 Ω (at 1 kHz)
(Weight
Approx. 320 g (11.29 oz) (not including cable but including earpads (LE))
HUC-SC020 Headphone Unbalanced Cable
(Length
Approx. 2 m (78-3/4″)
(Plug shape
(Device side
3.5 mm, three-conductor plug (includes 6.3 mm screw-on adapter)
(Headphones side
3.5 mm, two-conductor plug
(Conductive material
Silver-coated OFC
(Weight
Approx. 105 g (3.7 oz)
HBC-SC020 Headphone Balanced Cable
(Length
Approx. 2 m (78-3/4″)
(Plug shape
(Device side
4.4 mm, five-conductor plug
(Headphones side
3.5 mm, two-conductor plug
(Conductive material
Silver-coated OFC
(Weight
Approx. 100 g (3.53 oz)
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- italiano: Yamaha YH-5000SE Guida utente
- English: Yamaha YH-5000SE User guide