Yamaha EZ-300 operation manual
Before using the instrument, be sure to read
“PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5-7.
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1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
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 users manual, may
cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic
devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee
* This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America.
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT
(Supplier’s declaration of conformity procedure)
Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America
Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620
Telephone : 714-522-9011
Type of Equipment : Digital Keyboard
Model Name : EZ-300
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 applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America. (FCC SDoC)
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 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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For the AC adaptor
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
(bottom_en_01)
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tri-
pod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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PRECAUTIONS
Power supply/AC adaptor
Do not open
Water warning
Fire warning
Battery
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
For the AC adaptor
WARNING
• This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic
instruments. Do not use for any other purpose.
• Indoor use only. Do not use in any wet environments.
CAUTION
• When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily
accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately
turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the AC
adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor is connected to the
AC outlet, keep in mind that electricity is flowing at the minimum
level, even if the power switch is turned off. When you are not
using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the
power cord from the wall AC outlet.
For the instrument
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 place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or
radiators. Also, do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the
cord, or place heavy objects on it.
• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The
required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.
• Use the specified adaptor (page 94) only. Using the wrong
adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust
which may have accumulated on it.
• Do not expose the instrument 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. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument,
turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by qualified
Yamaha service personnel.
• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open
the instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal
components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning,
discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified
Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning
item may fall over and cause a fire.
• Follow the precautions below. Failure to do so might result in
explosion, fire, overheating or battery fluid leakage.
- Do not tamper with or disassemble batteries.
- Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
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- Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be
If you notice any abnormality
Power supply/AC adaptor
Location
Connections
Handling caution
charged.
- Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as
necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys.
- Use the specified battery type (page 94) only.
- Use new batteries, all of which are the same type, same model,
and made by the same manufacturer.
- Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with
the +/- polarity markings.
- When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be
used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument.
- When using Ni-MH batteries, follow the instructions that came
with the batteries. Use only the specified charger device when
charging.
• Keep batteries away from small children who might accidentally
swallow them.
• 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.
• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off
the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet.
(If you are using batteries, remove all batteries from the
instrument.) Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service
personnel.
- The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
- It emits unusual smells or smoke.
- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.
- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.
- If any cracks or breakages exist on the instrument.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you
or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not
limited to, the following:
• Use only the stand specified for the instrument. When attaching it,
use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause
• 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.
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet,
always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord
can damage it.
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is
not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical
storms.
damage to the internal components or result in the instrument
falling over.
• 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 volume levels to minimum.
• 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.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might
accidentally fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables, to
prevent damage to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip
over them.
• When setting up the product, 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 outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off,
electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level.
When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to
unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
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• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps
on the panel. This could cause physical injury to you or others,
damage to the instrument or other property, or operational failure.
• 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.
• Do not use the instrument/d evice or headphones 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.
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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.
Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (display is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level.
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage
to the product, damage to data, or damage to
other property, follow the notices below.
Handling
• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio,
stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric
devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may
generate noise. When you use the instrument along with
an application on your smart device such as a
smartphone or tablet, we recommend that you set
“Airplane Mode” to on on that device in order to avoid
noise caused by communication.
• Depending on the condition of surrounding radio waves,
the instrument may possibly malfunction.
• 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, damage to
the internal components or unstable operation. (Verified
operating temperature range: 5° – 40°C, or 41° – 104°F.)
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the
instrument, since this might discolor the panel or
keyboard.
• Do not press the LCD screen with your finger because it
is a sensitive, precision-made part. Doing so might cause
an appearance abnormality, such as a stripe on the LCD,
although this abnormality should disappear again within
a short time.
Maintenance
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft cloth. Do not
use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol, cleaning fluids, or
chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
Saving data
• Some of the data of this instrument (page 59) are retained
when the power is turned off. However, the saved data
may be lost due to some failure, an operation mistake,
etc. Save your important data onto an external device
such as a computer (page 57).
Information
About copyrights
• Copying of the commercially available musical data
including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data
is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.
• This product incorporates and bundles contents in which
Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which
Yamaha has license to use others' copyrights. Due to
copyright laws and other relevant laws, you are NOT
allowed to distribute media in which these contents are
saved or recorded and remain virtually the same or very
similar to those in the product.
* The contents described above include a computer
program, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, WAVE
data, voice recording data, a score, score data, etc.
* You are allowed to distribute medium in which your
performance or music production using these contents
is recorded, and the permission of Yamaha Corporation
is not required in such cases.
About functions/data bundled with the
instrument
• Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or
arrangement, and may not be exactly the same as the
original.
• The bitmap fonts used in this instrument have been
provided by and are the property of Ricoh Co., Ltd.
About this manual
• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this
manual are for instructional purposes only, and may
appear somewhat different from those on your
instrument.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft®
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
• The company names and product names in this manual
are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
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Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Keyboard!
NOTE
This instrument features a convenient lighting keyboard which makes it easy for beginners to play the
keyboard. It also features a wide variety of built-in preset Songs, including pop and classical music, for
your playing pleasure.
We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the
advanced and convenient functions of the instrument.
We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
About the Manuals
In addition to this Owner’s Manual, the following Online materials (PDF files) are available.
Included Document
Owner ’s Manual
• Setting Up: This section explains how to set up and start using this instrument.
• Quick Guide: This section explains briefly how to use the basic functions.
• Reference: This section explains in detail how to use various functions.
• Appendix: This section includes specifications, Voice List, etc.
Online Materials (PDF)
Drum Kit List
This contains detailed information of the Drum Kit Voices (Voice No. 242-263; page 78). When you
select these Voices, various drum, percussion and SFX sounds listed here are assigned to each
key.
MIDI Reference
This contains MIDI-related information, such as the MIDI Implementation Chart.
Computer-related Operations
This contains instructions about computer-related functions.
Smart Device Connection Manual
This explains how to connect the instrument to smart devices, such as smartphones, tablet
devices, etc.
To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha Downloads, and then enter the model name for searching
the desired files.
Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/
• For a general overview of MIDI and how you can effectively use it, search for “MIDI Basics” (only in English, German, French and Spanish) on the website above.
Song Book (only in English, French, German and Spanish)
This contains music scores for the preset Songs (excepting for a Demo Song and some Songs due
to copyright issues) of this instrument.
To obtain this Song Book, access the Yamaha website and download it from the product web page.
Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com
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Included Accessories
• Owner’s Manual (this book)
• Music rest
• Online Member Product Registration
Formats and functions
• AC adaptor
* May not be included depending on your particular locale. Check
*
with your Yamaha dealer.
GM System Level 1
“GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI
standard which ensures that any GM-compatible music data can be accurately played by any
GM-compatible tone generator, regardless of
manufacturer. The GM mark is affixed to all
software and hardware products that support
GM System Level.
XGlite
As its name implies, “XGlite” is a simplified version of Yamaha’s high-quality XG tone generation format. Naturally, you can play back any
XG song data using an XGlite tone generator.
However, keep in mind that some songs may
play back differently compared to the original
data, due to the reduced set of control parameters and effects.
Style File Format (SFF)
The Style File Format combines all of
Yamaha’s auto accompaniment know-how
into a single unified format.
USB
USB is an abbreviation for Universal Serial
Bus. It is a serial interface for connecting a
computer with peripheral devices. It allows
“hot swapping” (connecting peripheral
devices while the power to the computer is
on).
Touch Response
The exceptionally natural Touch Response
feature gives you maximum expressive control over the level of the Voices.
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Contents
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 5
NOTICE ............................................................... 7
Information ........................................................... 7
About the Manuals............................................... 8
Included Accessories ...........................................9
Formats and functions ......................................... 9
Setting Up
Panel Controls and Terminals 12
Setting Up 14
Power Requirements ......................................... 14
Turning the Power On ........................................ 15
Setting the Auto Power Off function ................... 15
Adjusting the Master Volume ............................. 16
Connecting Headphones or External Speaker...16
Using a Pedal (Footswitch)................................ 16
Using the Music Rest ......................................... 16
Display Items 17
Quick Guide
Basic Operations ...............................18
Transfer Your Favorite MIDI Song from
the Computer to the Instrument.....19
Practice Playing a Song Using
Lesson Functions .....................20
Play with Rhythm and
Accompaniment (Styles)............. 21
Record Your Performance.....................22
Use the Metronome ............................23
Make Detailed Settings
(Function Settings) ...................23
Reference
Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices 24
Selecting a Main Voice....................................... 24
Playing the “Grand Piano”..................................24
Using the Metronome ......................................... 24
Adding a Layer – Dual Voice.............................. 25
Playing Different Voices with Your Left and
Right Hands (Split) ........................................ 25
Changing the Touch Response of
the Keyboard ................................................. 26
Applying Effects to the Sound............................26
Adding Harmony or Arpeggio.............................28
Playing the keyboard with two persons
(Duo mode) 30
Playing Songs 31
Selecting and Playing Back a Song ................... 32
Playing Songs Repeatedly (BGM function)........33
Song Fast Forward, Fast Reverse, and Pause.. 33
Changing the Song Melody Voice...................... 33
A-B Repeat......................................................... 34
Turning Each Part On/Off................................... 34
Transferring Songs from a
Computer to this Instrument .......................... 34
Using the Song Lesson Feature 35
Lighting Keyboard (Light Guide Function)..........36
Keys to Success................................................. 36
Phrase Repeat ................................................... 38
Listening, Timing and Waiting ............................ 39
Learning How to Use “Touch” Control
(Touch Tutor) 41
Hearing and Experiencing the Sound of
the Chords (Chord Study) 42
Hear and experience a sound of a single chord
Hear and experience basic chord progressions
.. 42
.. 42
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Playing Chords along with Chord
Progressions of a Song 43
Play the chords in combination with
“Waiting” of the Lesson function .................... 43
Playing with Rhythm and Accompaniment
(Styles) 44
Setting the Fingering Type ................................. 44
Setting the Smart Chord Key ............................. 44
Playing Styles .................................................... 45
Style Variations .................................................. 46
Chord Types for Style Playback ......................... 47
Chords Heard When Smart Chord is Selected ..48
Looking Up Chords Using the Chord Dictionary
Using the Music Database ................................. 50
Registering a Style File ...................................... 50
.. 49
Recording Your Performance 51
Track Structure of a Song .................................. 51
Quick Recording ................................................ 51
Recording to a Specified Track.......................... 52
Clearing a User Song......................................... 52
Memorizing Your Favorite Panel Settings 53
Recalling Panel Settings from
the Registration Memory ............................... 53
Memorizing Panel Settings to
the Registration Memory ............................... 54
Deleting the Registration Memory...................... 54
Disabling Recall of Specific Items (Freeze) ....... 54
Selecting an EQ Setting for
your Favorite Sound 55
Appendix
Troubleshooting .......................................... 64
Song Book Sample...................................... 66
Voice List .....................................................76
Standard Kit 1 List....................................... 82
Song List ...................................................... 83
Style List ......................................................85
Music Database List.................................... 87
Effect Type List............................................ 89
Specifications .............................................. 93
Index............................................................. 95
Connecting to Other Devices 56
Playing an External Audio Device with
the Built-in Speakers ..................................... 56
Connecting to a Computer .................................57
Connecting a Smart Device ............................... 58
Lowering the volume of a melody part
(Melody Suppressor function) ....................... 58
Backup and Initialization 59
Backup Parameters ........................................... 59
Initialization ........................................................ 59
The Functions 60
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Setting Up
Setting Up
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!1 !2 !3 !4 !5
!0
!6
!7
!8
@1 @2 @3
!9
@5
@6
@7
@8
@9
036
(C1)
048
(C2)
060
(C3)
072
(C4)
084
(C5)
096
(C6)
@4
@0
Panel Controls and Terminals
Front Panel
Music
Database List
(page 87)
As illustrated, each note of the keyboard
has a specific note number and name (e.g.,
036/C1), which is used in making various
settings, such as Split Point (page 45).
Song List
(page 83)
Display
(page 17)
Voice List
(page 76)
Style List
(page 85)
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Panel Controls and Terminals
Setting Up
#1 #2 #3
#4
#0
Rear Panel
q [ ] (Standby/On) switch .................... page 15
w [MASTER VOLUME] dial ...................... page 16
e [DEMO] button......................................page 33
BGM................................................page 33
r [METRONOME] button.........................page 24
TIME SIG. ......................................page 24
t [TEMPO/TAP] button ............................page 32
In the Lesson mode
y PA RT
[L] button ..............................................page 39
[R] button ..............................................page 39
In the Recording mode
y [REC TRACK 2] button.........................page 52
[REC TRACK 1] button.........................page 52
u [KEYS TO SUCCESS] button............... page 36
i [PHRASE REPEAT] button...................page 38
o [1 LISTENING 2 TIMING 3 WAITING] button
...............................................................page 39
CHORD DICT. ................................page 49
In the Song mode
!0 [A-B REPEAT] button ...........................page 34
!1 [REW] button ........................................page 33
!2 [FF] button ............................................page 33
!3 [PAUSE] button.....................................page 33
@4 [FUNCTION] button ..............................page 60
LIGHT GUIDE .................................page 36
@5 [MUSIC DATABASE] button.................page 50
@6 [DUAL] button.......................................page 25
DUAL VOICE ..................................page 25
@7 [SPLIT] button.......................................page 25
SPLIT VOICE..................................page 25
@8 [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] button..........page 28
TYPE...............................................page 28
@9 Drum illustrations for the Drum Kit ....page 24
Each of these indicates the drum or percussion instrument
assigned to the corresponding key for “Standard Kit 1.”
In the Style mode
!0 [ACMP ON/OFF] button........................page 45
!1 [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button.................page 46
!2 [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button ....................page 46
!3 [SYNC START] button ..........................page 45
!4 [START/STOP] button...........................page 32
!5 [REC] button.........................................page 51
!6 [VOICE] button......................................page 24
!7 [SONG] button......................................page 32
!8 [STYLE] button .....................................page 45
!9
@0 [PORTABLE GRAND] button............... page 24
@1 [DSP] button .........................................page 26
@2 [ARTICULATION] button......................page 27
@3 [REGIST MEMORY] button .................. page 53
SPLIT POINT..................................page 60
CLEAR............................................page 52
SONG MELODY VOICE .................page 33
Number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES], [-/NO]
TYPE...............................................page 26
MEMORY........................................page 53
....page 18
#0 [SUSTAIN] jack .....................................page 16
#1 [PHONES/OUTPUT] jack...................... page 16
#2 [AUX IN] jack.........................................page 56
#3 [USB TO HOST] terminal .....................page 57
#4 DC IN jack .............................................page 14
Panel Setup (Panel Settings)
By using the controls on the panel, you can make various
settings as described here. These settings of the instrument are together referred to as “panel setup” or “panel
settings” in this manual.
The “Press and hold” Symbol
Buttons having this indication can be used to call
up an alternate function when the relevant button
is pressed and held. Hold down this button until
the function is called up.
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Setting Up
Setting Up
2
1
DC IN jack
(page 13)
AC outle t
AC
adaptor
WARN ING
WARN ING
Plug
The shape of the plug differs depending on
your area.
Slide the plug as
indicated.
CAUTION
NOTE
WARN ING
NOTICE
Power Requirements
Although the instrument will run either from an 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 Adaptor
Connect the AC adaptor in the order shown in the
illustration.
• Use the specified AC adaptor (page 94) only. Using the
wrong AC adaptor can result in damage to the instrument
or overheating.
• When using the AC adaptor with a removable plug, make
sure to keep the plug attached to the AC adaptor. Using the
plug alone can cause electric shock or fire.
• If the plug is accidentally removed from the AC adaptor,
slide it back in until it clicks into place, t aking care to
avoid touching any internal metal parts. To avoid electric
shock, short circuit or damage, also be careful that there
is no dust between the AC adaptor and plug.
Using Batteries
This instrument requires six “AA” size, Alkaline (LR6)/
Manganese (R6) batteries, or rechargeable nickelmetal hydride batteries (rechargeable Ni-MH batteries). The Alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH
batteries are recommended for this instrument, since
other types may result in poorer battery performance.
• When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be
used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument.
1 Make sure that the power of the instrument is off.
2 Open the battery compartment cover located on
the instrument’s bottom panel.
3 Insert the six new batteries, being careful to follow
the polarity markings on the inside of the compartment.
• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet
you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn the power off and disconnect the plug from the outlet.
• Follow the order shown above in reverse when disconnecting
the AC adaptor.
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4 Replace the compartment cover, making sure that
it locks firmly in place.
Make sure to set the battery type correctly (page 15).
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor with batteries installed may turn the power off, resulting in loss of
data being recorded or transferred at the time.
• When battery power becomes too low for proper operation, the volume may be reduced, the sound may be distorted, and other problems may occur. When this happens,
make sure to replace all batteries with new ones or already
recharged ones.
Setting Up
Setting Up
NOTE
NOTICE
CAUTION
NOTICE
The lowest key
NOTICE
NOTE
• This instrument cannot charge the batteries. Use only the
specified charger device when charging.
• Power will be automatically drawn from the AC adaptor if an
AC adaptor is connected while batteries are installed in the
instrument.
Setting the battery type
Depending on the battery type to be used, you need
to change the battery type setting on this instrument.
Alkaline (and manganese) batteries are chosen by
default. After installing new batteries and turning the
power on, make sure to set the Battery Type appropriately (rechargeable or not) via Function number
064 (page 63).
• Failure to set the battery type may shorten the amount of
the battery life. Make sure to set the battery type correctly.
Turning the Power On
1 Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to “MIN.”
2 Press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn the
power on.
The Voice name appears on the display. Adjust
the volume as desired while playing the keyboard.
3 Press and hold the [ ] (Standby/On) switch for
about a second to set the instrument to standby
mode.
• Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level. Remove the electric plug from the outlet when
the instrument is not to be used for extended periods of
time, or during electrical storms.
• Press only the [ ] (Standby/On) switch when turning the
power on. Any other operations such as pressing the pedal
are not allowed. Doing so may cause the instrument to
malfunction.
Setting the Auto Power Off function
To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this
instrument features an Auto Power Off function that
automatically turns the power off if the instrument is
not operated for a specified period of time. The
amount of time that elapses before the power is
automatically turned off is 30 minutes by default;
however, you can change the setting.
To set the time that elapses before
Auto Power Off is executed:
Press the [FUNCTION] button several times until
“AutoOff” (Function 063; page 63) appears, then use
the [+/YES] or [-/NO] button to select the desired
value.
Settings: oFF, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 120 (minutes)
Default value: 30 (minutes)
To disable the Auto Power Off function:
Turn the power on while holding down the lowest key
on the keyboard. A message “oFF AutoOff” appears
briefly, then the instrument starts up with the Auto
Power Off function disabled. The Auto Power Off
function also can be disabled by selecting Off in
Function number 063 (page 63).
• Depending on the instrument status, the power may not
turn off automatically, even after the elapse of the specified
period of time. Always turn off the power manually when
the instrument is not in use.
• When the instrument is not operated for a specified period
of time while connected to an external device such as an
amplifier, speaker or computer, make sure to follow the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual to turn off the power to
the instrument and the connected devices, in order to protect the devices from damage. If you do not want the
power to turn off automatically when a device is connected, disable Auto Power Off.
• Generally, the data and settings are maintained even when
the power is turned off with the Auto Power Off function. For
details, see page 59.
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Setting Up
Setting Up
CAUTION
Standard stereo
phone plug
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTE
NOTE
Adjusting the Master Volume
To adjust the volume of the entire keyboard sound,
use the [MASTER VOLUME] dial while playing the
keyboard.
• Do not use the instrument for a long period of time at a
high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause
permanent hearing loss.
Connecting Headphones or External Speaker
Connect a pair of headphones to the [PHONES/
OUTPUT] jack. This jack also functions as an external output. By connecting to a computer, keyboard
amplifier, recorder, or other audio device, you can
output the audio signal of this instrument to that
external device. The speakers of this instrument are
automatically shut off when a plug is inserted into
this jack.
Using a Pedal (Footswitch)
You can control three functions: Sustain, Articulation
(page 27), and Arpeggio (page 29) as you play by
pressing a footswitch (FC5 or FC4A; sold separately)
plugged into the [SUSTAIN] jack. By default, Sustain
is assigned, so that the sound can be heard for a
long time even if you take your finger off the keyboard
while pressing the footswitch, like a damper pedal on
a piano. To use a function other than Sustain, use
the function settings (Function 029; page 61).
• Plug or unplug the footswitch while the power is off. Also, do
not press the footswitch when turning the power on. Doing so
changes the polarity of the footswitch, resulting in reversed
operation.
• The Sustain function does not affect Split Voices (page 25) or
the Styles (Auto Accompaniment; page 44).
Using the Music Rest
Insert the music rest into the slots as shown.
• Do not use the instrument or headphones for a long period
of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this
can cause permanent hearing loss.
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. Also,
before turning any components on or off, make sure to set
all volume levels to minimum. Otherwise, damage to the
components or electrical shock may occur.
• To avoid possible damage to the external device, first turn
on the power to the instrument, then to the external
device. When turning off the power, do so in reverse order:
first turn off the power to the external device, then to the
instrument.
• When connecting the headphones or external speaker to the
instrument, set the Master EQ (page 55) to “2 Headphone.”
The Master EQ can be set in Function settings (page 61;
Function 025).
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Setting Up
Display Items
CncertGP
003
001
Voice/Song/Style
This area indicates the Lesson related status
is on.
Keys to Success (page 36)
Phrase Repeat (page 38)
Chord Progression (page 43)
Indicates the Passing Status
(page 37) of the Keys to Success
Lesson.
Lesson Indication
Harmony (page 28)
Arpeggio (page 28)
Dual (page 25)
Split (page 25)
DSP (page 26)
Duo (page 30)
Articulation (page 27)
Function status
Indicates the chord which is played on the Auto Accompaniment range (page 45) of the keyboard, or specified via
Song playback.
Normally indicates the current measure number of the current Style or Song. When the [FUNCTION] button (page 60)
is in use, this indicates the Function number.
Indicates the current beat of playback.
Indicates notes currently being played (same as the lighting keyboard). Indicates the melody and chord notes of a Song when the Song Lesson function is
in use. Also indicates the notes of a chord—either when playing a chord or
when using the Dictionary function.
Chord
Measure or Function
Beat
Keyboard Display
02
003
C3
Indicates the on/off status of Song
playback or target Track of Song
recording (pages 34, 52).
Lit: Track contains data
Unlit: Track is muted or contains no data
Flashing: Track is selected as recording track
Appears when the A-B Repeat function is active. (page 34)
Appears when the Auto Accompaniment function is on. (page 45)
Song Track status
A-B Repeat
Auto Accompaniment
(page 53)
Registration
Memory
Touch Response (page 26)
Strength Meter
is a meter that lights up according to the
strength with which you play the keyboard.
(pages 26, 41)
represents the target strength when practicing with Songs in the “Touch Tutor” category. (page 41)
Touch Indication
Voice selection mode
Song mode
Style mode
* The mark next to the mode name indicates which
mode is activate and whose contents can be
selected with the number buttons or [+/YES]/[-/NO]
buttons.
* is always shown, even when in the Song or
Style mode.
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Quick Guide
Quick Guide
..................... Keyboard Voice
..................... Song
..................... Style
Number buttons [0]–[9]
The Number buttons can be used to directly enter
a Voice, Song, or Style number or parameter
value.
Press number buttons [0], [0], [3] or
simply press [3].
Example: Selecting Voice 003, Bright Piano
[+/YES], [-/NO] buttons
Press the [+/YES] button briefly to increase the
value by 1, or press the [-/NO] button briefly to
decrease the value by 1. Press and hold either button to continuously increase or decrease the value
in the corresponding direction. Pressing both buttons simultaneously lets you reset a parameter to
the default value.
Press briefly to
increase.
Press briefly to
decrease.
Pressing the [PORTABLE GRAND] button will reset
the Voice settings to the Grand Piano Voice (Voice
No.001 Live!ConcertGrandPiano).
Quick Guide
Basic Operations
This instrument features three basic functions: Voice, Song, and Style. This section shows you how
to use these three functions and how to use the number buttons and [+/YES], [-/NO] buttons which
are useful for various functions.
Press one of the following buttons to select a basic function.
1
The above operation calls up the name and number of the current Voice, Song, or Style, and shows it in
the display.
Select a Voice, Song, or Style by using the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES], [-/NO].
2
Start playing the Voice, Song or Style that you selected.
3
Voi ce .....................Play the keyboard.
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Song..................... Press the [START/STOP] button to start Song playback.
Style ..................... Press the [START/STOP] button to start only the rhythm part.
For instructions on playing the chord accompaniment part etc., refer to page 45.
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Transfer Your Favorite MIDI Song from the Computer
Computer
USB cable
Instrument
USB terminal [USB TO HOST] terminal
Storage
on
059
Instrument drive
Folder containing song files
1
2
3
to the Instrument
Windows10 is used for the examples in this manual.
Connect the [USB TO HOST] terminal (page 13) on rear panel of this instrument and
1
the computer via a USB cable.
Press the [+/YES] button in the function settings (Storage; Function 059; page 63) to
2
turn the “Storage Mode” on.
Copy your favorite song file from the computer to the instrument folder on the com-
3
puter display.
For other important information about copying files, refer to “Computer-related Operations” on the website
(page 8).
Quick Guide
Page 57
After copying is completed, remove the instrument drive from the computer.
4
Disconnect the USB cable connecting the instrument to the computer.
5
Press the [-/NO] button in the same function settings as in step 2 to turn the “Storage
6
Mode” off.
Start playback of the transferred Song (Song No. 208 –).
7
For instructions on playing back a Song, refer to page 32.
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Quick Guide
Quick Guide
Select the
Song you want
to learn.
Practice step 1.
Practice
Steps 2, 3, 4...
and so on.
Practice the
last Step.
Yo u’ re
done!
Passe d
★
Passed
★★
Pass ed
★★★
Practice Playing a Song Using Lesson Functions
Page 35
This instrument features the following Lesson functions. Select and practice your favorite preset
Songs, and improve your playing skills with the Song Book, which includes the music scores of the preset Songs, or important points for “Keys to Success,” etc.
Keys to Success
You can select just the key phrases of the Song - the ones you like most or need to work on - and practice them one by one. Enjoy this Lesson by passing and completing each step.
Select the Song you want to learn, and then press the [KEYS TO SUCCESS] and [START/
STOP] buttons to start Lesson.
Phrase Repeat
This lets you practice difficult phrases repeatedly. It’s ideal for use as a final practice before you go on
to the last Step to try to pass in the Keys to Success mode, or when you just want to practice a difficult
phrase repeatedly.
Listening, Timing and Waiting
You can practice the preset Songs in the following three steps, independently for the right or left hand,
or both hands.
These three lessons can be used with Keys to Success or Phrase Repeat. If you feel it difficult to play
the specific phrase in Keys to Success, use the Waiting lesson to have the phrase pause until you play
the correct note (page 39).
Lesson 1 (Listening) ......Listen to the model melody/chords of the part you selected carefully and remem-
Lesson 2 (Timing) .......... Play the notes with the correct timing.
Lesson 3 (Waiting) ......... Play the correct notes.
Select the Song you want to learn, and then press the [1 LISTENING 2 TIMING 3 WAITING]
button to start your desired Lesson.
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ber it well.
Quick Guide
Quick Guide
Split Point
Auto Accompaniment range
Play with Rhythm and Accompaniment (Styles)
This instrument includes an Auto Accompaniment feature that automatically plays appropriate “Styles”
(rhythm + bass + chord accompaniment), controlled simply by playing only the root note of a chord.
These Styles give you automatic, fingertip control of a full backing band.
Press the [STYLE] button.
1
Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES], [-/NO] buttons to select the desired Style.
2
Press the [ACMP ON/OFF] button to turn on the Auto Accompaniment.
3
Press the [SYNC START] button to turn Synchro Start on.
4
This puts the Style playback in “standby” and Style starts playing back when you play the keyboard.
Press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button.
5
An Intro part is added before starting Style playback.
Page 44
Play the root note of a chord with your left hand in the Auto Accompaniment range to
6
start Style playback.
Play the root note of a chord with your left hand and the melody part with your right
7
hand.
Press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button to stop Style playback.
8
The Ending part is added before stopping Style playback.
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Quick Guide
Quick Guide
001
User 1
EC
User Song Number
Flashes
Record Your Performance
You can record your performance.
Make the necessary settings, such as Voice selection, etc.
1
Press the [REC] button to enter the Record Ready mode.
2
Press the [REC] button to exit from the Record Ready mode.
Play the keyboard to start recording.
3
Press the [START/STOP] button to stop recording.
4
To play back the recorded Song, press the [START/STOP] button.
5
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Quick Guide
Quick Guide
Lighting Keyboard (Light Guide function)
This instrument features the Light Guide function which makes the keys you press or those specified by Song
data light. Although this function is turned on by default, you can turn the function off by holding down the
[FUNCTION] button for longer than a second.
Use the Metronome
Press the [METRONOME] button to start the Metronome.
1
Press the [METRONOME] button again to stop the Metronome.
2
Pressing the [TEMPO/TAP] button enables you to adjust the Metronome tempo.
Make Detailed Settings (Function Settings)
After learning how to use this instrument, use the [FUNCTION] button to set various parameters.
This instrument contains 64 settings. Each time you press the [FUNCTION] button, the setting item
is selected in sequence, and the value of the selected item can be changed by using the number
buttons [0]–[9], and [+/YES], [-/NO] buttons.
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Page 60
You can select the setting items by simultaneously holding down the [FUNCTION] button and pressing the [+/YES] or [-/NO] button.
When the Function settings display does not appear, press one of the [VOICE], [SONG] or [STYLE]
buttons, and then press the [FUNCTION] button again.
Pressing one of the [VOICE], [SONG] or [STYLE] buttons also lets you exit from the Function settings.
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Reference
Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices
CncertGP
001
Voi ce n am e
The Voice shown here
becomes the Main Voice
for the instrument.
Voice number
appears
when the Voice
selection mode
is active.
NOTE
Flute
134
Select the Voice you want to play
Tempo
090
Current Tempo value
Referenc e
In addition to piano, organ, and other “standard” keyboard instruments, this instrument
has a large range of Voices that includes guitar, bass, strings, sax, trumpet, drums and
percussion, and even sound effects—giving you a wide variety of musical sounds.
Selecting a Main Voice
Press the [VOICE] button.
1
The Voice number and name will be shown.
• is always displayed with or . For
details, refer to page 17.
Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES],
2
[-/NO] buttons to select the desired
Vo ic e.
Refer to the Voice List on page 76.
Play the keyboard.
3
Playing the “Grand Piano”
When you want to reset various settings to default
and simply play a Piano sound, press the [PORTABLE GRAND] button.
The Voice “001 Live!ConcertGrandPiano” will automatically be selected as the Main Voice.
Using the Metronome
The instrument features a built-in Metronome (a
device that keeps an accurate tempo), convenient for
practicing.
Press the [METRONOME] button to start
1
the Metronome.
Press the [METRONOME] button again to
2
stop the Metronome.
To change the Tempo:
Press the [TEMPO/TAP] button to call up the Tempo
value, then use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES],
[-/NO].
Preset Voice Types
001–241 Instrument Voices (including sound effects).
242–263
(Drum Kit)
264–283
284–622 XGlite Voices (page 79)
000
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Various drum and percussion sounds are
assigned to individual keys, from which they can
be played. Details on the instrume nts and key
assignments of each Drum Kit can be found in
the Standard Kit 1 List on page 82 and “Drum
Kit List” on the website (page 8).
Arpeggios are automatically reproduced by
simply playing the keyboard (page 28).
One Touch Setting
The One Touch Setting feature automatically
selects the most suitable Voice when you
select a Style or Song (excepting the Song
inputted from other devices). Simply select
Voice number “000” to activate this feature.
Press the [+/YES] and [-/NO] buttons simultaneously
to instantly reset the value to the default tempo.
To set the Time Signature:
Press and hold the [METRONOME] button to call up
“TimeSigN” (Function 030; page 62), then use the
number buttons, [+/YES] and [-/NO] buttons.
To set the Metronome Volume:
This can be set via Function number 032 (page 62).
Reference
Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices
CncertGP
001
Appears when the
layer is on
NOTE
Two Voices will
sound at the same
time.
Split Voice
Main Voice and Dual Voice
Split Point ... default setting: 054 (F#2)
036
(C1)
048
(C2)
060
(C3)
072
(C4)
084
(C5)
096
(C6)
Left hand area
Right hand area
CncertGP
001
Appears when Split
is on
NOTE
Adding a Layer – Dual Voice
In addition to the Main Voice, you can layer a different Voice over the entire keyboard as a “Dual Voice.”
Press the [DUAL] button to turn on the
1
layer.
• Pressing and holding the [DUAL] button for longer than
a second calls up “D. Voice,” allowing you to select a different Dual Voice.
Play the keyboard.
2
To exit from the layer, press the [DUAL]
3
button again.
To select a different Dual Voice:
Although turning on Dual will select a Dual Voice
suitable for the current Main Voice, you can easily
select a different Dual Voice by pressing and holding
the [DUAL] button to call up “D.Voice” (Function 008;
page 61), then using the number buttons [0]–[9],
[+/YES], [-/NO].
Playing Different Voices with Your Left and Right Hands (Split)
By dividing the keyboard into the two separate areas,
you can play one Voice with your left hand and a different Voice with your right.
Furthermore, you can play both a Main Voice and
Dual Voice in the right-hand area of the keyboard
while playing a different Voice (called “Split Voice”) in
the left-hand area.
The highest key for the left-hand area is referred to
as the “Split Point” (Function 003;
can be changed from the default F#2 key.
Press the [SPLIT] button to turn on the
1
Split function.
The keyboard is divided into the left- and righthand areas.
• Pressing and holding the [SPLIT] button for longer than
a second calls up “S. Voice,” allowing you to select a different Split Voice.
Play the keyboard.
2
page 60
) which
To exit from the Split function, press the
3
[SPLIT] button again.
To select a different Split Voice:
Press and hold the [SPLIT] button to call up “S.Voice”
(Function 012; page 61), then use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES], [-/NO].
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Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices
Reference
TouchRes
004
Medium
2
004
Appears when the Touch
Response is not “Fixed.”
When you play softly.
When you play at
medium strength.
When you play strongly.
NOTE
CncertGP
001
Appears when
the DSP is on.
NOTE
DSPType
023
EnsDet
32
023
Current DSP type
Hold for longer
than a second.
Lesson
Changing the Touch Response of the Keyboard
The keyboard of this instrument is equipped with a
Touch Response feature that lets you dynamically
and expressively control the level of the Voices
according to your playing strength.
Press the [FUNCTION] button several
1
times until “TouchRes” (Function 004;
page 60) appears.
After a few seconds, the current Touch Response
appears.
Applying Effects to the Sound
This instrument can apply various Effects as listed
below to the instrument’s sound.
DSP
The DSP (digital signal processor) is an effect in
which digital signal processing is applied to the
sound to change it.
There are various types of DSP. When the DSP is
turned on, the most suitable type will be selected for
the current Main Voice. If you want to select a specific type, use operation steps 2 and 3 below.
For details on DSP types, refer to page 91.
1 Check whether the DSP is ON or not.
If the “DSP” icon is not shown on the display,
press the [DSP] button.
Use the number buttons [1]–[4], [+/YES],
2
[-/NO] buttons to select a Touch
Response setting between 1 and 4.
Touch Response
Play the keyboard.
3
The strength meter will light according to the
strength with which you play the keyboard.
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Produces relatively high volume even with
1Soft
2Medium
3Hard
4Fixed
• When the Touch Response is "Fixed," the strength meter
light playing strength. Best for players with a
light touch who want to maintain a consistent, relatively loud volume.
Produces a fairly “standard” keyboard
response.
The keys must be played very strongly to
generate loud volume. This setting is best
for a wide dynamic range and optimum
expressive control of the sound, from pianissimo to forti ssimo.
All notes are produced at the same volume
no matter how hard the keyboard is played.
is at fixed medium strength.
Depending on the selected Voice, the DSP may
automatically be turned on.
• The DSP is only applied to the Main Voice. It is not
applied to the Dual Voice (page 25) or Split Voice (page
25).
• The DSP cannot be turned on during Lessons.
2 Hold down the [DSP] button for longer than a sec-
ond to call up “DSPType” (Function 023; page
91). After a few seconds, the current DSP type
appears.
3 Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES], [-/NO]
buttons to select the desired type.
4 Play the keyboard.
5 Press the [DSP] button again to turn off the DSP.
Reference
Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices
NylnGtrH
044
Appears when the
S.Art Lite Voice is selected
NOTE
NOTE
Articulation
Articulation is an effect that reproduces the playing
methods that are unique to specific instruments. The
Articulation effect is applied to notes you play only
while holding down the [ARTICULATION] button.
The Voice to which the Articulation effect is applied is
called “S. Art Lite Voice” (Super Articulation Lite
Voice). The S. Art Lite Voices have the added indication “***” in the Voice List (page 76).
Examples of the Articulation effect
If you select a guitar Voice, you can realistically
reproduce the following guitar-specific playing techniques.
Example: Voice number 044 “S.Art Lite Nylon
Guitar Harmonics”
Playing the keyboard while holding down the
[ARTICULATION] button produces harmonics
sounds.
Example: Voice number 048 “S.Art Lite Distortion
Guitar”
Pressing the [ARTICULATION] button produces a
scratching noise.
Only when an S. Art Voice is selected, the most suitable Ar ticulation effect is automatically applied to the
Voi ce .
When other Voices are selected, the modulation
effect is applied to the Voices.
1 Select the desired S. Art Lite Voice.
Adding the Articulation effect by using the pedal
If you assign the Articulation function to the pedal
(footswitch) with “PdlFunc” (Function 029; page 61),
you can apply the effect by pressing the pedal.
• The Articulation effect is applied only to a Main Voice.
• S.Art Lite Voices sound differently depending on the velocity,
etc.
Reverb
Adds the ambience of a club or concert hall to the
sound. Although the best-suited Reverb type is
called up by selecting a Song or Style, you can
select another one via Function number 020 (page
61). When you select “oFF,” the Reverb effect is
turned off. And you can also set the Reverb level via
Function number 021 (page 61).
Chorus
Makes the Voice sound richer, warmer and more
spacious. Although the best-suited Chorus type is
called up by selecting a Song or Style, you can
select another one via Function number 022 (page
61). When you select “oFF,” the Chorus effect is
turned off. You can also set the Chorus depth for
Voices via Function numbers 007 (page 60), 011, 015
(page 61).
The Chorus depth cannot be applied to the Styles or
Songs.
Sustain
By turning on the Sustain parameter of Function
number 024 (page 61), you can add a fixed, automatic sustain to the Main/Dual Voices played on the
keyboard. Or, you can produce a natural sustain as
desired with the footswitch (sold separately; page
16).
2 Press the [ARTICULATION] button while playing
the keyboard.
Release the [ARTICULATION] button to turn
Articulation off.
• Even if you turn on Sustain, there are some Voices to which
sustain is not applied.
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Reference
NylnGtrH
044
CncertGP
001
Appears when the Harmony is turned on.
Appears when the
Arpeggio is turned on.
or
NOTE
Harm/Arp
026
Trio
002
026
Current type
Hold for longer
than a second.
NOTE
Adding Harmony or Arpeggio
You can add harmony or arpeggio notes to the Voice
played on the keyboard.
By specifying the Harmony Type, you can apply harmony parts, such as duet or trio, or add tremolo or
echo effects to the played sound of the Main Voice.
Also, when the Arpeggio Type is selected, arpeggios
(broken chords) are automatically played back when
you simply play the appropriate notes on the keyboard. For example, you could play the notes of a
triad—the root, third, and fifth—and the Arpeggio
function will automatically create a variety of interesting phrases.
Press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] but-
1
ton to turn on the Harmony or Arpeggio
function.
When the Harmony or the Arpeggio is turned on,
the most suitable one will be selected for the current Main Voice.
If you want to select a specific type, select it by
the operation steps 2 and 3 at right.
• The Harmony effect can be added to only the Main Voice.
• When selecting a Voice number between 264 and 283,
the Arpeggio function will automatically be turned on.
• When selecting a Harmony Type between 001 and 005,
the harmony effect will only be added to your right-hand
melody play if you turn on the Style (page 45) and press
chords in the auto accompaniment range of the keyboard.
Hold down the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO]
2
button for longer than a second so that
“Harm/Arp” (Function 026; page 61)
appears on the display.
After “Harm/Arp” is shown for a few seconds, the
current type appears.
Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+/YES],
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[-/NO] buttons to select the desired type.
When you want to specify a Harmony Type, refer
to the Harmony Type list on page 89; to specify
an Arpeggio Type, refer to the Arpeggio Type list
on page 90.
• When playing one of the Arpeggio Types 143 to 176,
select the corresponding Voice below as the Main Voice.
143–173: Drum Kit Voices (Voice No. 242–252)
174 (China): StdKit1 + Chinese Perc. (Voice No.253)
175 (Indian): Indian Kit 1 (Voice No.254) or Indian Kit 2
(Voice No. 255)
176 (Arabic): Arabic Kit (Voice No. 259)
Press a note or notes on the keyboard to
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trigger the Harmony or Arpeggio.
When a Harmony Type is selected, a harmony
part (for example, duet or trio) or an effect (for
example, tremolo or echo) can be added to the
played sound of the Main Voice.
Also, when an Arpeggio Type is selected, arpeggios (broken chords) are automatically played
back when you simply play the appropriate notes
on the keyboard. The particular arpeggio phrase
differs depending on the number of pressed
notes and the area of the keyboard.
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To turn the Harmony or Arpeggio off,
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press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] button again.
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How to play the various Types
• Harmony Type 001 to 005
Press the right-hand keys while playing chords in the
auto accompaniment range of the keyboard when
Auto Accompaniment is on (page 45).
• Harmony Type 006 to 012 (Trill)
Hold down two keys.
• Harmony Type 013 to 019 (Tremolo)
Keep holding
down the keys.
• Harmony Type 020 to 026 (Echo)
Play the keys.
• Arpeggio Type 027 to 176
Arpeggio function applies to the Main Voice
and the Dual Voice.
Arpeggio function applies only to the split
Voi ce.
When Split is off:
When Split is on:
• Arpeggio cannot be applied to the Split and Main/
Dual Voices simultaneously.
• Selecting a Voice number between 274 and 283 as
the Main Voice will turn on Arpeggio and Split automatically.
The method of sounding the Harmony effect (01–26)
differs depending on the selected type. For Types
01–05, turn the Auto Accompaniment on and play it by
pressing a chord in the auto accompaniment section of
the keyboard, then play some keys in the right-hand
side to produce the Harmony effect. For Types 06–26,
turning auto accompaniment on or off has no effect.
However, it is necessary to play two notes simultaneously for Types 06–12.
PdlFunc
029
Sustain
1
029
Arp Hold
2
029
Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices
To adjust the Harmony Volume:
This can be adjusted via Function number 027 (page
61).
To adjust the Arpeggio Velocity:
This can be adjusted via Function number 028 (page
61).
Holding the Arpeggio Playback via the
Pedal (Footswitch) (Hold)
You can set the instrument so that Arpeggio playback continues even after the note has been
released, by pressing the pedal connected to the
[SUSTAIN] jack.
Press a [FUNCTION] button a number of
1
times until the “PdlFunc” (Function 029;
page 61) item appears on the display.
After “PdlFunc” is shown for a few seconds, the
current setting is shown.
NOTE
Select the desired function by using the
2
number buttons [1]–[3] or [+/YES], [-/NO]
buttons. (In this case, number button [2]
to select “Arp Hold.”)
If you want to restore the pedal function to sustain, select “Sustain.” If you want to use both hold
and sustain functions, select “Sus+ArpH.”
Try playing the keyboard with Arpeggio
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playback using the pedal.
Even if you release the notes, Arpeggio playback
will continue. To stop Arpeggio playback, release
the footswitch.
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Reference
Playing the keyboard with two persons (Duo mode)
DuoMode
on
Appears when the
Duo is turned on.
Equivalent to C3
Duo Split Point
default setting: 066 (F#3)
Left Voice
Equivalent to C3
Right Voice
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
When the Duo mode is activated on this instrument, two different players can play the
instrument simultaneously, with the same sound, over the same octave range—one person on the left and the other on the right. This is useful for learning applications, in
which one person (a teacher, for example) plays a model performance and the other
person watches and practices while sitting at the first person’s side.
Press a [FUNCTION] button several
1
times until “DuoMode” (Function 051;
page 63) appears on the display.
Use the [+/YES] button to select “on.”
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The F#3 key becomes the Duo Split Point and the
keyboard is divided into two sections: one for the
left Voice and one for the right Voice.
• The right Voice section and the left Voice section of the
keyboard are both set to the same Voice (Main Voice).
• The Duo Split Point can be changed via Function number
053 (page 63) by holding down the [ACMP ON/OFF] button for longer than a second.
One person can play the left Voice sec-
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tion of the keyboard while the other
plays the right Voice section.
To exit from Duo mode, select “oFF” via
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“DuoMode” (Function 051; page 63) by
executing steps 1.
Changing the Left Voice
Only the left Voice can be changed via “DuoLVc”
(Function 052; page 63).
• When playing different Voices between the left and right,
the right Voice name is shown in the display.
• Certain functions such as Lesson, Harmony/Arpeggio
and Dual cannot be used in the Duo mode.
How sounds are output in the Duo mode
The performance sound of the left Voice will
sound from the left speaker, and the performance
sound of the right Voice will sound from the right
speaker, in the initial Duo mode setting (“Separate”). This output setting can be changed from
the “DuoType” setting (Function 058; page 63).
• In the Duo mode, the pan, volume and tonal characteristics of the stereo sound may differ from those in the normal mode, due to the setting of DuoType = “Separate”
(page 63). Particularly with Drum Kits, the difference may
be more obvious, since each key of a Drum Kit features a
different stereo pan position.
Using sustain in the Duo mode
Sustain can be applied to the left and right Voice
sections in Duo mode just as it normally is by
using one of the following methods in the Duo
mode like the usual mode.
• Press the footswitch (page 16) connected to the
[SUSTAIN] jack.
• Set “Sustain” (Function 024; page 61) to on.
Sustain is applied to all notes.
• Sustain cannot be applied independently to the left Voice
section and the right Voice section.
• While Sustain is set to on via Function 024, the setting of
hold is maintained even when the power is turned off.
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