Yamaha EZ-20 User Manual

Owner's Manual

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, 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 product.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.
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 permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs.
NOTICE:
Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.
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. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following:
Battery Notice:
This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes
necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.
Warning:
Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
Disposal Notice:
Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.
NAME PLATE LOCATION:
The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.
Model
Serial No.
Purchase Date
92-BP
(bottom)
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

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:
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:
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 users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
When connecting this product to accessories and/or
This product has been tested and found to comply with the
OBSERVERA!
Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) sá länge som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har stängts av.
ADVARSEL:
sálæenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t endt — ogsá selvom der or slukket pá apparatets afbryder.
VAROITUS:
laitetta verkosta.
Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt,
Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko
(standby)
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 co­axial 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 can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
(class B)
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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-
circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the inter­nal parts or modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunc­tioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing liq­uids which might spill into any openings.
• If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instru-
ment or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an out­let, always hold the plug itself and not the cord.
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.
• Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/- polarity markings. Failure to do so might result in over­heating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteries together with old ones. Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkaline batteries with manganese batteries, or batter­ies from different makers, or different types of batteries from the same maker, since this can cause overheating, fire, or bat­tery fluid leakage.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.
• When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument to prevent possible leakage of the battery fluid.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• 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.
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic compo­nents, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all v olume levels to min­imum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
adaptor plug from the outlet, and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Use the specified adaptor (PA-3B or an equivalent recom­mended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components.
• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions, radios, or speakers , since this might cause inter­ference which can affect proper operation of the other prod­ucts.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor and other cables.
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impreg­nated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Use only the stand specified for the instrument. When attach­ing the stand, use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause damage to the internal components or result in the instrument falling over.
• Do not operate the instrument 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.
• Playing while looking at the lights for a long period of time may cause eye strain and stiff neck/shoulders. For your health and comfort, we recommend that you take a ten-minute break for every hour.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regula-
tions.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha EZ-20 PortaTone!
You now own a portable keyboard that combines advanced func­tions, great sound and exceptional ease-of-use in a highly compact package. Its outstanding features also make it a remarkably expres­sive and versatile instrument. Read this Owner’s Manual carefully while playing your new EZ-20 in order to take full advantage of its various features.

Main Features

The EZ-20 is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use keyboard with the following features and functions:
Yamaha Education Suite
The EZ-20 features the new Yamaha Education Suite - a set of learning tools that uti­lize the latest technology to make studying and practicing music more fun and fulfilling than ever before!
The Yamaha Education Suite includes:
Lesson ................................................................ page 35
The convenient and easy-to-use Lesson feature guides you through the parts of a song - just like a patient teacher! Select from any one of 100 songs on the EZ-20, and learn the left- and right-hand parts independently at first, then together. Lesson features three easy steps that help you master each song: Timing, Waiting and Minus One.
Grade & Talking ................................................ pages 38 and 39
The EZ-20 also has the Grade and Talking features. Grade is a virtual “teacher,” evaluating your practice sessions and rating your performance. The convenient Talking function “announces” each Lesson step and your “grades,” among other things.
Dictionary .......................................................... page 52
Dictionary is a built-in “chord encyclopedia” that teaches you how to play specific chords by showing you the appropriate notes in the display - per­fect for when you know the name of a chord and want to quickly learn how to play it!
Lighting ............................................................. page 32
When you are using the Lesson feature or Dictionary, the key indicators tell you which keys to play. Also, during song playback, they show the keys that are playing.
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ABC/DoReMi...................................................... page 43
The EZ-20 sings the melody using “A, B, C...” or “DoReMi.” Also, while you are using the Lesson function, the EZ-20 guides you by singing a note ahead using “A, B, C” or “DoReMi.”
Portable Grand ................................. page 40
The EZ-20 also has a Portable Grand function for realistic piano perfor­mance. Pressing the [PORTABLE GRAND] button instantly calls up the stunningly authentic “Stereo Sampled Piano” voice and configures the entire EZ-20 for optimum piano play. Special Pianist styles - with piano­only accompaniment - are also provided.
Other powerful features include:
Exceptionally realistic and dynamic sounds with 100 voices , utilizing digital record­ings of actual instruments.
100 dynamic auto accompaniment Styles , each with different Intro, Main A and B,
and Ending sections. All styles (except for the Piano styles) also have their own two Fill-in patterns.
Large custom LCD gives you easy, at-a-glance confirmation of all important settings, as well as chord and note indications.
100 songs
tools of the Yamaha Education Suite.
Convenient control over accompaniment Styles - including Tempo, Tap Tempo and independent Accompaniment Volume.
Multi Pads
performance.
One Touch Setting (OTS)
ing with the selected Style and Song.
MIDI terminals for interfacing with other MIDI devices.
Built-in, high-quality stereo amplifier/speaker system.
, for your listening enjoyment - or for use with the sophisticated learning
, for instantly adding special instrumental breaks, fills, and phrases to your
, for automatically calling up an appropriate voice for play-
* The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instruc-
tional purposes only, and may be different from the ones on your instrument.
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Contents

Setting Up .................................8
Power Requirements ................... 8
Using Headphones...................... 9
Connecting a Keyboard Amplifi-
er or Stereo System...................... 9
Using a Footswitch...................... 9
Using the MIDI Terminals ........... 9
Panel Controls and Terminals.10
Quick Guide........................12
Songs ........................................ 12
Playing the Demo Songs.............12
Playing a Single Song .................13
Lesson ....................................... 14
Using the Lesson Feature............ 14
Voices ....................................... 16
Playing the Piano ........................16
Playing along with the Metro-
nome ........................................... 16
Playing the ABC/DoReMi Voices 17 Selecting and Playing Other
Voices .......................................... 17
Auto Accompaniment .............. 18
Using the Auto Accompaniment 18 Looking up Chords in the Dic-
tionary......................................... 20
Panel Display Indications ........22
Selecting and Playing Songs ...28
Listening To a Demo Song .........28
Selecting and Playing a Song ..... 28
Adjusting the Tempo .................. 30
Tap Function............................. 30
Song Volume Level .....................31
Switching the Light Guide On
and Off ........................................ 32
Multi Pads ...................................33
A-B Repeat...................................34
Song Lesson .............................35
Using the Lesson Feature ........... 35
ABC/DoReMi Guide.................... 37
Grade .......................................... 38
Talking ........................................ 39
Portable Grand........................40
Using the Metronome................ 40
Setting a Tempo......................... 40
Setting the Time Signature of
the Metronome.......................... 41
Adjusting the Metronome Vol-
ume........................................... 41
Playing Voices .........................42
Selecting a Voice ........................ 42
Playing a Voice ........................... 42
Transpose ................................... 44
Tuning ........................................ 45
Auto Accompaniment .............46
Selecting a Style ......................... 46
Starting Accompaniment ........... 47
Sync start................................... 47
Start........................................... 47
Tap start ....................................48
Stopping the Accompaniment... 48
Changing the Tempo ................. 49
Using Auto Accompaniment—
Multi Fingering........................... 50
Single Finger Chords.................. 50
Fingered Chords ........................ 51
Looking up Chords in the dictio-
nary............................................. 52
Playing a Melody along with
the Accompaniment................... 55
Adjusting the Accompaniment
Volume .....................................55
Changing the Accompaniment
Section ........................................ 56
Intro ..........................................56
Main.......................................... 57
Ending ....................................... 57
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MIDI Functions........................ 58
About MIDI ................................. 58
MIDI Terminals ........................... 58
How Can MIDI be Used? ............ 59
Troubleshooting..................... 60
Voice List ................................ 61
Sound Effects&Drum Kit List . 63
Style List & Multipads ............ 64
MIDI Implementation Chart... 66
Specifications ......................... 69
Index....................................... 70
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Setting Up

Power Requirements
Although the EZ-20 will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor is more environmen­tally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources.
Using an AC Power Adaptor
Use of an AC power adaptor is recom­mended, especially when you use the EZ-20 for a long period of time.
Make sure that the [ STANDBY/ON ] switch of the EZ-20 is set to STANDBY.
Connect one end of the adaptor to the
DC IN 12V jack on the rear panel of
your EZ-20.
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Connect the other end to a suitable electrical outlet.
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outlet
2
PA-3B
2 Insert six 1.5-volt “D” size, R20P
(LR20) or equivalent batteries as shown in the illustration, making sure that the positive and negative termi­nals are properly aligned.
3 Replace the lid.
When the batteries run low and the battery voltage drops below a cer­tain level, the EZ-20 may not sound or function properly. As soon as this happens, replace them with a com­plete set of six new batteries, heeding the cautions described below.
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WARNING
Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-3B AC Power Adap­tor (or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to power your instrument from the AC mains. The use of other adaptors may result in irrepa­rable damage to both the adaptor and the EZ-
20.
CAUTION
Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the EZ-20, or during electrical storms.
Using Batteries
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Turn the instrument upside-down and remove the battery compartment lid.
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CAUTION
• Insert the batteries in the correct direction, making sure that the positive and negative ter­minals of the batteries match the label. If the orientation does not match the label, the bat­teries may generate heat, cause a fire, or leak.
• Never mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries (e.g., alkaline and manganese).
• To prevent possible damage from battery leakage, remove the batteries from the instru­ment if it is not to be used for a long time.
• Even when the switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you plan not to use the EZ-20 for a long period of time, make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet, and/ or remove the batteries from the instrument.
Using Headphones
For private practicing and playing without disturbing others, connect a set of stereo headphones to the rear panel PHONES/OUT­PUT jack. Sound from the built-in speaker system is automatically cut off when you insert a headphone plug into this jack.
CAUTION
Do not use headphones for a long time at high volume levels. Otherwise, you may damage your hearing.
Connecting a Keyboard Ampli-
fier or Stereo System
Though the EZ-20 is equipped with a built-in speaker system, you can also play it through an external amplifier/speaker system. First, make sure the EZ-20 and any external devices are turned off, then connect one end of a stereo audio cable to the LINE IN or AUX IN jack(s) of the other device and the other end to the rear panel PHONES/OUTPUT jack on the EZ-20.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the speakers, set the vol­ume of the external devices at the minimum setting before connecting them. Failure to observe these cautions may result in electric shock or equipment damage. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all devices at their mini­mum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
tions the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano - press and hold down the footswitch as you play the keyboard to sus­tain the sound.
Make sure that the footswitch plug is properly connected to the SUS­TAIN jack before you turn on the power.
Do not press the footswitch while turning the power on. Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the footswitch, resulting in reversed footswitch operation.
Using the MIDI Terminals
The EZ-20 also features MIDI terminals, allowing you to interface the EZ-20 with other MIDI instruments and devices. (For more information, see page 58.)
Special MIDI cables (sold sepa­rately) must be used for connecting to MIDI devices. They can be bought at music stores, etc.
Never use MIDI cables longer than about 15 meters. Cables longer than this can pick up noise which can cause data errors.
Music Stand
Using a Footswitch
This feature lets you use an optional foot­switch (Yamaha FC4 or FC5) to sustain the sound of the voices. The footswitch func-
Insert the bottom edge of the included music stand into the slot located at the top rear of the EZ-20 control panel.
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Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel
1 [MASTER VOLUME] dial...................... 22
2 Power switch ([STANDBY/ON])........... 22
3 [PORTABLE GRAND] button ............... 40
4 [METRONOME] button........................ 40
5 [DEMO] button.................................... 28
6 [OVERALL] buttons.............................. 23
7 [SONG] button .................................... 28
8 [VOICE] button.................................... 42
9 [STYLE] button ..................................... 46
0 [Dict.] (DICTIONARY) button .............. 52
A LESSON
B Numeric keypad, [+/ON] and [–/OFF]
buttons................................................. 25
C[ACMP ON/OFF
button.......................................................47, 34
D [SYNC START] / [PAUSE] button.... 47, 29
E [START/STOP] button .......................... 29
F [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] / [REW]
button ............................................ 56, 29
G [
MAIN/AUTO FILL] / [FF] button
H [TEMPO/TAP] button........................... 30
I LESSON [1]–[3] button........................ 35
J [ABC/DoReMi] button ......................... 43
K [LIGHT ON/OFF] button ..................... 32
[L] (Left) and [R] (Right) buttons . 35
] / [
A-B REPEAT
]
....... 57, 29
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2
3
CDEFG
4
H
5
6
Rear Panel
L MIDI IN,OUT terminals ......................... 9
M SUSTAIN jack ........................................ 9
N PHONES/OUTPUT jack......................... 9
O DC IN 12V jack .................................... 8
10
0
B
7
8
9
A
I
JK
L
M
N O
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Quick Guide

Quick Guide
STEP
212
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Playing the Demo Songs
Demo songs (001–100) showcase the sophisticated features and stun­ning sound of the EZ-20. Let’s play the Demo songs now, starting with
001...

Songs

1 Press the [DEMO] button.
Demo song 001 starts playing. When the song is complete, the subsequent songs (002, 003...) start playing sequentially.
2 Stop the Demo song.
or
Want to find out more? See page 28.
If you do not wish to play the Demo songs when you press the [DEMO] button, turn on the power to the EZ-20 while pressing and holding down the [DEMO] button. To activate the Demo playback function, turn on the power to the EZ-20 in the normal manner.
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Playing a Single Song
Naturally, you can also individually select and play back any of the EZ­20’s songs (#001–#100). Also, simply by pressing the [START/STOP] button, you can start playback.
1 Start the Song.
When the power of the EZ-20 is turned on, the song of “003: Linus And Lucy” is selected. For instructions on selecting songs, see page 28.
2 Stop the song.
Want to find out more? See page 28.
[Song List]
No. Song Name
1 Mission:Impossible 2 Beauty And The Beast 3 Linus And Lucy 4 Can You Feel The Love Tonight 5Celebration 6 Unchained Melody 7 A Whole New World 8 Chopsticks 9 Georgia On My Mind
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11 Rhapsody In Blue
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13 When Irish Eyes Are Smiling 14 Down By The Riverside 15 Fascination 16 America The Beautiful 17 Take Me Out To The Ball Game
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20 Happy Birthday To You
21 Für Elise 22 Menuett (J.S. Bach) 23 Turkish March 24 Marcia Alla Turca
Favorite
Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me
Bill Bailey (Won't You Please Come Home)
When The Saints Go Marching In
Tain't Nobody's Business If I Do
Piano/Classical
No. Song Name
25
Valse Op.64-1 "Petit chien" Etude Op.10-3 "Chanson De
26
L'adieu" 27 Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring 28 Symphonie Nr.9 29 Gavotte 30 Fröhlicher Landmann 31 Polonaise 32 Canon 33 Heidenröslein 34 Träumerei 35 From The New World 36 Frühlingslied 37 Menuett (J. Krieqer) 38 Liebesträume Nr.3 39 Blumenlied
Valse Des Fleurs (From "The 40
Nutcracker") 41 Air On The G String 42 Die Forelle
Marche (From "The 43
Nutcracker") 44 Humoreske 45 Pizzicato Polka 46 Ave Maria (F. Schubert) 47 Ave Maria (C. Gounod) 48 Wiegenlied (B. Flies) 49 Wiegenlied (F. Schubert) 50 Wiegenlied (J. Brahms)
No. Song Name
51 Ten Little Indians 52 Scarborough Fair 53 Wenn Ich Ein Vöglein Wär ? 54 To A Wild Rose 55 Air De Toréador "Carmen"
56 Twinkle Twinkle Little Star 57 Grandfather's Clock 58 Beautiful Dreamer 59 Greensleeves
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61 Dixie 62 Home Sweet Home 63 Amazing Grace 64 Aura Lee 65 My Old Kentucky Home 66 Aloha Oe 67 Die Lorelei 68 Londonder ry Air 69 Auld Lang Syne
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71 The Yellow Rose Of Texas 72 Long, Long Ago 73 London Bridge 74 Old Folks At Home 75 O Du Lieber Augustin
Duet
Wor l d
Believe Me, If All Those Endearing Young Charms
Carry Me Back To Old Virginny
No. Song Name
76
My Darling Clementine
77 Souvenir De Moscou Op.6
If You're Happy And You Know
78
It
79 Oh! Susanna
Jeanie With The Light Brown
80
Hair I've Been Working On The
81
Railroad 82 Loch Lomond 83 My Bonnie 84 Yankee Doodle 85 Turkey In The Straw 86 Annie Laurie
Close Your Hands,Open Your 87
Hands 88 Muss I Denn 89 The Cuckoo 90 Battle Hymn Of The Republic 91 Camptown Races 92 Romance De L'amour 93 American Patrol 94 Little Brown Jug 95 The Entertainer
96 Jingle Bells 97 Silent Night 98 Joy To The World 99 O Christmas Tree
100 Deck The Halls
Christmas
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Quick Guide
Using the Lesson Feature
Songs 001 to 100 are specially designed for use with the educational Lesson feature. Let’s start the practice, following the light.
STEP
2 1
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Lesson

1 Select Timing, Waiting, or Minus One, and start the lesson.
When the power of the EZ-20 is turned on, the song of ”003: Linus And Lucy” and the right-hand part are selected.
Lesson 1: Timing
This step lets you work on the timing of the notes. In Lesson 1, the particular note you play on the keyboard is unimportant. The EZ-20 checks your timing and how rhythmically “tight” your playing is.
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Lesson 2: Waiting
In Lesson 2, you practice playing the notes correctly as they appear in the dis­play notation. The accompaniment pauses and waits for you to play the notes correctly before it continues.
Lesson 3: Minus One
In Lesson 3, you practice playing correct notes, along with the accompani­ment. The accompaniment continues playing in tempo.
2 When you’re finished, stop the Lesson.
Want to find out more? See page 35.
Grade
The EZ-20 has a built-in evaluation function that monitors your practicing and
- like a real teacher - tells you how well you did each practice. Four grades are assigned, depending on your performance: “Try Again,” “Good,” “Very Good,” and “Excellent.”
Want to find out more? See page 38.
Talking
This feature “talks” to you through the speakers, “announcing” the Grade com­ments as well as the titles of the Lesson steps.
Want to find out more? See page 39.
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Quick Guide
STEP
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Voices

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Playing the Piano
Simply by pressing the [PORTABLE GRAND] button, you can automati­cally reset the entire EZ-20 for piano play.
1 Press the [PORTABLE GRAND] button.
The song and style are also set for piano performance.
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2 Play the keyboard.
Want to find out more? See page 40.
Playing along with the Metronome
1 Press the [METRONOME] button.
Want to find out more? See page 40.
Playing the ABC/DoReMi Voices
1 Press the [ABC/DoReMi] button.
The ABC voice is selected. To select the DoReMi voice, press the [ABC/ DoReMi] again.
ABC
DoReMi
Off
2 Play the keyboard.
Want to find out more? See page 43.
Selecting and Playing Other Voices
The EZ-20 has a huge total of 100 dynamic and realistic instrument voices. Let’s try a few of them out now...
1 Press the [VOICE] button.
2 Select a voice.
3 Play the keyboard.
Want to find out more? See page 42.
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Quick Guide
STEP
6 213 4 7
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Using the Auto Accompaniment
Simply play chords with your left hand - and the EZ-20 automatically produces appropriate bass, chord and rhythm backing. Use your right hand to play melodies, and you’ll sound like an entire band!

Auto Accompaniment

For more information on playing proper chords for the auto accompaniment, see Using Auto Accompaniment - Multi Finger­ing on page 50 and Looking up Chords in the dictionary on page 52.
1 Press the [STYLE] button.
2 Select a style.
Refer to the Style List on page 64.
Accompaniment key range
Left hand + Right hand
Auto accompaniment
(for example, bass + guitar + drums)
Melody
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3 Turn the auto accompani-
ment on.
4 Turn the Sync Start func-
tion on.
6 Select a section.
The auto accompaniment has four sections: Intro, Main A/B, and
Ending.
7 Stop the auto
accompaniment.
5 Play a chord with your left
hand.
The auto accompaniment starts as soon as you play the keyboard.
Want to find out more? See
page 53.
Want to find out more? See
page 46.
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Continuation
Quick Guide
STEP
Auto Accompaniment
4
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Looking up Chords in the Dictionary
The convenient Dictionary function teaches you how to play chords by showing you the individual notes. In the example below, we’ll learn how to play a GM7 chord...
Chord detection
key range
(C1–B2)
Example:
Keys for entering
the chord type
G M7
Root note Chord type
1 Press the [Dict.] button.
(C3–B4)
Keys for entering
the chord root
(C5–B5)
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2 Specify the root note of the chord (in this case, G).
3 Specify the chord type of the chord (in this case, M7).
4 Play the chord by pressing the keys lighted up.
The chord name flashes and a ”congratulations” melody is played, when the chord is played properly.
5 To leave the Dictionary function, press the [Dict.] button
again.
Want to find out more? See page 52.
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Panel Display Indications

Adjusting the volume level
Rotate the [MASTER VOLUME] dial.
Rotating the dial counter­clockwise lowers the volume level.
Rotating the dial clockwise raises the volume level.
Power on
To turn on the power, set the [STANDBY/ON] switch to the ON position.
Even when the switch is in the STANDBY position, electricity is still flowing to the in­strument at the minimum level. When you are not using the EZ-20 for a long time, make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet, and/or re­move the batteries from the instrument.
Changing the tempo
Song and accompaniment tempo can be adjusted (page 30).
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Overall indicator
Overall settings
The [OVERALL] button en­able you to make EZ-20s global settings.
ABC/DoReMi GRADE TALKING TRANSPOSE TUNING ACMP/SONG VOLUME METRONOME VOLUME
43 38 39 43 45 55, 31 41
If you press the [OVERALL] button located in the upper-left of the display, a menu icon advances and the top row in the display indicates the currently-selected setting item and value. When you press the [OVERALL] button again, the menu icon advances to the next setting item.
E.g., Transpose setting
Menu icon
Value Setting item
Symbol for pressing and holding down the button
If you press and hold down a button with this symbol for more than one second, a different function will be activated.
Pressing and holding down
Changing the value
Use the numeric keypad [0]–[9], [+], or [–] buttons to change the value.
Pressing the but­ton once decre­ments the value by one.
Pressing and holding down the button incre­ments/decrements the value continuously. For some functions, pressing both buttons simultaneously restores the default setting.
Pressing the but­ton once incre­ments the value by one.
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