Yamaha PSR-280E, PSR-280 User Manual
SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT
connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described
in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.
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)
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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
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
OBSERVERA!
Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) sá länge som den ar
ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har stängts av.
ADVARSEL:
netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t endt — ogsá selvom der or
slukket pá apparatets afbryder.
VAROITUS:
verkosta.
When connecting this product to accessories and/or
This product has been tested and found to comply with the
Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt, sálæenge
Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko laitetta
with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in
all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference,
which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to
eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the
interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse)
circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the
antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial
type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please
contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you
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)
Entsorgung leerer Batterien (nur innerhalb Deutschlands)
Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte Batterien oder
Akkumulatoren dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll. Sie können bei einer Sammelstelle für Altbatterien bzw. Sondermüll abgegeben werden. Informieren
Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune.
(battery)
(standby)
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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.
* The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual
are for instructional purposes only, and may be different from the
ones on your instrument.
PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep these precautions 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
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:
• 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 volume 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.
• 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
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power switch, disconnect the 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.
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
or rack, 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.
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SAVING USER DATA
• Always save data to an external device such as the Yamaha MIDI data filer
MDF3 frequently, in order to help prevent the loss of important data due to
a malfunction or user operating error.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PSR-280 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 PSR-280 in order to
take full advantage of its various features.
Main Features
The PSR-280 is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use keyboard with the following features and functions:
Yamaha Education Suite
The PSR-280 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 60
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 PSR-280, and learn the left- and right-hand
parts independently at first, then together. Lesson features four easy steps that help you master each
song: Timing, Waiting, Minus One, and Both Hands.
Grade & Talking ............................. pages 65, 66
The PSR-280 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 45
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!
Portable Grand ............................. page 20
The PSR-280 also has a Portable Grand function for realistic piano performance. Pressing the [Piano]
button instantly calls up the stunningly authentic “Stereo Sampled Piano” voice and configures the entire
PSR-280 for optimum piano play. Special Pianist styles — with piano-only accompaniment — are also
provided.
DJ ............................. page 22
The DJ feature is an exciting new addition to the PSR-280, that puts a wealth of contemporary sounds and
rhythms at your fingertips. Pressing the [DJ] button instantly calls up one of the special DJ songs (“DJ
GAME”) and a DJ style, and provides the appropriate voice and sound effects to match.
Other powerful features include:
256 exceptionally realistic and dynamic voices , utilizing digi-
tal recordings of actual instruments.
• Special Split voices , with two different voices playable from
separate sections of the keyboard.
• 10 different
cussion sounds on each key.
• High-quality
ing the sound of the voices — and your performance.
•
100 auto accompaniment styles
B, and Ending sections. An Auto Fill function adds dynamic
fills when switching sections.
• Powerful, easy-to-use
ing and playing back up to five of your original songs.
Drum Kit voices
Reverb, DSP, and Harmony effects
, with individual drum and per-
, each with Intro, Main A and
song recording
operations, for record-
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for enhanc-
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Registration Memory
panel settings to a single button for instant and automatic
recall.
•
One Touch Setting
appropriate voice to match the style or song you select.
•
Touch Response
narily expressive control over the voices. They automatically
change both the volume and tone according to your playing
strength — just like a real musical instrument!
• Full MIDI and
you easily integrate the PSR-280 into a MIDI music system,
and use the built-in GM voices with all GM software.
• Built-in high-quality stereo amplifier/speaker system.
presets for storing all of the PSR-280’s
function for automatically calling up an
and
Dynamic Filter
General MIDI (GM) compatibility
that give you extraordi-
, letting
Contents
Panel Controls and Terminals ........................ 6
Setting Up......................................................... 8
• Power Requirements ..........................................8
• Turning On the Power.........................................8
• Accessory Jacks .................................................9
Quick Guide 10
Step 1 Voices........................................................... 10
Step 2 Songs............................................................ 12
Step 3 Auto Accompaniment..................................... 14
Step 4 Lesson ..........................................................16
Panel Display Indications .............................18
Portable Grand............................................... 20
• Playing the Portable Grand...............................20
• Using the Metronome .......................................20
DJ .................................................................... 22
• Playing the DJ...................................................22
Playing Voices ...............................................23
• Playing a Voice .................................................23
• One Touch Setting............................................25
• Transpose and Tuning......................................26
• Touch and Touch Sensitivity.............................28
Effects............................................................. 29
• Reverb ..............................................................29
• DSP ..................................................................30
• Harmony ...........................................................31
Auto Accompaniment.................................... 34
• Selecting a Style ...............................................34
• Playing the Accompaniment .............................35
• Sync Stop .........................................................39
• Changing the Tempo ........................................40
• Accompaniment Sections
(Main A/B and Fill-ins) ......................................40
• Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume .............41
• Using Auto Accompaniment
— Multi Fingering .............................................42
• Setting the Split Point .......................................44
• Dictionary..........................................................45
Selecting and Playing Songs ....................... 50
• Selecting and Playing a Song .......................... 50
• A-B Repeat ...................................................... 51
• Melody Voice Change...................................... 52
• Changing the Tempo ....................................... 53
• Adjusting the Song Volume.............................. 54
Song Recording............................................. 55
• Recording a User Song.................................... 55
• Song Clear ...................................................... 58
• Track Clear ...................................................... 59
Song Lesson.................................................. 60
• Using the Lesson Feature................................ 60
• Lesson 1 — Timing .......................................... 62
• Lesson 2 — Waiting......................................... 63
• Lesson 3 — Minus One ................................... 63
• Lesson 4 — Both Hands .................................. 64
• Grade ............................................................... 65
Talking............................................................ 66
MIDI Functions............................................... 67
• What Is MIDI? .................................................. 67
• Connecting to a Personal Computer................ 69
• Controlling PSR-280 Playback from an External
Device — External Clock ................................. 70
• Using Bulk Dump Send to Save Data .............. 71
• Using Initial Setup Send with a Sequencer...... 73
• Local Control.................................................... 74
Troubleshooting ............................................ 75
Data Backup & Initialization ......................... 76
Voice List ....................................................... 77
Style List ........................................................ 81
Drum Kit List.................................................. 82
MIDI Implementation Chart........................... 84
Specifications ................................................ 87
Index ............................................................... 88
Registration Memory ..................................... 48
• Registration Memory Presets ...........................48
• Recording a Registration Memory Preset.........48
• Recalling a Registration Memory Preset ..........49
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Panel Controls and Terminals
Front Panel
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Power switch ([STANDBY/ON])
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[MASTER VOLUME] dial
This determines the overall volume of the PSR-280.
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[TOUCH] button
This turns the Touch function on and off. (See page
28.) Holding down this button allows you to adjust
the Touch Sensitivity setting. (See page 28.)
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[DEMO] button
This is used to play the Demo songs. (See page 12.)
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[Piano] button
This instantly calls up the Grand Piano voice, plus a
special piano song and style. (See page 10.)
[METRONOME] button
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This turns the metronome on and off. (See page 20.)
[HARMONY] button
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This turns the Harmony effect on and off. (See page
31.)
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[Dict.] (DICTIONARY) button
This calls up the Dictionary function (page 45).
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LESSON [L] (Left) and [R] (Right) buttons
These call up the Lesson exercises for the corresponding hand (left or right) for the selected song. (See
page 61.)
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Overall (left, right) buttons
These two buttons on either side of the LCD let you
call up various functions, settings, and operations of
the PSR-280, including effects, transpose, tuning, and
MIDI. (See page 29.)
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[DJ] button
!1
This instantly calls up a special DJ voice, song and
style.
!2
Numeric keypad, [+/YES] and [-/NO] buttons
These are used for selecting songs, voices, and styles.
(See pages 24.) They are also used for adjusting certain settings and answering certain display prompts.
!3
[ACMP ON/OFF] / [A-B REPEAT] button
When the Style mode is selected, this turns the auto
accompaniment on and off. (See page 35.) In the
Song mode, this calls up the A-B Repeat function.
(See page 51.)
Panel Controls and Terminals
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[SYNC STOP] button
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This turns the Sync Stop function on and off. (See
page 39.)
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[SYNC START] / [ PAUSE] button
This turns the Sync Start function on and off. (See
page 36.) In the Song mode, it is used to temporarily
pause song playback. (See page 52.)
[START/STOP] button
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When the Style mode is selected, this alternately starts
and stops the auto accompaniment. (See page 35.) In
the Song mode, this alternately starts and stops song
playback. (See page 51.)
[INTRO/ENDING] / [ REW] button
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When the Style mode is selected, this is used to control the Intro and Ending functions. (See page 35.)
When the Song mode is selected, this is used as a
“rewind” control, or move the song playback point
back toward the beginning.
[MAIN/AUTO FILL] / [ FF] button
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When the Style mode is selected, these are used to
change auto accompaniment sections and control the
Auto Fill function. (See page 40.) When the Song
mode is selected, this is used as a “fast forward” control, or move the song playback point toward the end.
[TEMPO/TAP] button
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This button is used to call up the Tempo setting, letting you set the Tempo with the numeric keypad or
[+]/[-] buttons. (See page 20.) It also allows you to
tap out the tempo and automatically start a selected
song or style at that tapped speed. (See page 36.)
[SONG] button
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This is for enabling song selection. (See page 50.)
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[STYLE] button
This is for enabling style selection. (See page 34.)
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[VOICE] button
This is for enabling voice selection. (See page 23.)
Holding down this button calls up the Melody Voice
Change function. (See page 52.)
[SONG MEMORY] buttons
@3
These buttons ([RECORD], [1] - [5], [A]) are used for
song recording, letting you record up to six different
tracks of a song (including a special Chord track).
(See page 56.) They are also used for clearing
recorded data of all or specific tracks of a User song.
(See pages 59, 58.)
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REGISTRATION MEMORY buttons
These are used for selecting and recording the Registration Memory presets. (See page 48.)
Rear Panel
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MIDI IN, OUT terminals
These are for connection to other MIDI instruments
and devices. (See page 67.)
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SUSTAIN jack
This is for connection to an optional FC4 or FC5
Footswitch for control over sustain, just like the
damper pedal on a piano. (See page 9.)
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PHONES/OUTPUT jack
This is for connection to a set of stereo headphones or
to an external amplifier/speaker system. (See page 9.)
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DC IN 10-12V jack
This is for connection to a PA-3B AC power adaptor.
(See page 8.)
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Setting Up
This section contains information about setting up your PSR-280 for playing. Make sure to
read this section carefully before using the instrument.
Power Requirements
Although the PSR-280 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.
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Using an AC Power Adaptor • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
To connect your PSR-280 to a wall socket, you will need the optionally available
Yamaha PA-3B Power Adaptor. Use of other AC adaptors could result in damage
to the instrument, so be sure to ask for the right kind. Connect one end of the
adaptor to the DC IN 10-12V jack on the rear panel of your PSR-280, and the
other end to a suitable electrical outlet.
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Using Batteries • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Inserting Batteries
Turn the instrument upside-down and remove the battery compartment lid. Insert
six 1.5-volt size “D” (SUM-1, R-20 or equivalent) batteries as shown in the illustration, making sure that the positive and negative terminals are properly aligned,
and replace the lid.
BATTERIES 1.5V x 6
• Never interrupt the power supply (e.g. remove the batteries
or unplug the AC adaptor) during any PSR-280 record operation! Doing so can result in a
loss of data.
• 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 PSR-
280.
• Unplug the AC Power Adaptor
when not using the PSR-280,
or during electrical storms.
• 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.
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When the Batteries Run Down
When the batteries run low and the battery voltage drops below a certain level, the
PSR-280 may not sound or function properly. As soon as this happens, replace
them with a complete set of six new batteries.
Turning On the Power
With the AC power adaptor connected or with batteries installed, simply press the
power switch until it locks in the ON position. When the instrument is not in use,
be sure to turn the power off. (Press the switch again so that it pops up.)
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• 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
PSR-280 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.
Accessory Jacks
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■ 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 builtin speaker system is automatically cut off when you insert a headphone plug into
this jack.
■ Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier or Stereo System • • • • • • •
Though the PSR-280 is equipped with a built-in speaker system, you can also play
it through an external amplifier/speaker system. First, make sure the PSR-280 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 PSR-280.
Setting Up
• 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 grad
ually raise the volume controls
while playing the instrument to
set the desired listening level.
Stereo System
■ Using a Footswitch• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
This feature lets you use an optional footswitch (Yamaha FC4 or FC5) to sustain
the sound of the voices. The footswitch functions 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.
■ Using the MIDI Terminals • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
The PSR-280 also features MIDI terminals, allowing you to interface the PSR280 with other MIDI instruments and devices. (For more information, see page
67.)
• Make sure that the footswitch
plug is properly connected to the
SUSTAIN jack before turning 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.
MIDI
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Quick
Guide
Step 1 Voices
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Playing the Piano
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Play the keyboard.
● Panel Voice List
No. Voice Name
001 Grand Piano
002 Bright Piano
003 Honky-tonk Piano
004 MIDI Grand Piano
005 CP 80
006 Harpsichord
007 Funky Electric Piano
008 DX Electric Piano
009 Hyper Electric Piano
010 Bell Electric Piano
011 Clavi
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012 Jazz Organ 1
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No. Voice Name
013 Jazz Organ 2
014 Jazz Organ 3
015 Full Organ
016 Rock Organ 1
017 Rock Organ 2
018 Church Organ
019 Reed Organ
ACCORDION
020 Traditional
Accordion
021 Musette Accordion
022 Bandoneon
023 Harmonica
GUITAR
024 Classical Guitar
No. Voice Name
025 Folk Guitar
026 12Strings Guitar
027 Jazz Guitar
028 Octave Guitar
029 Clean Guitar
030 Muted Guitar
031 Overdriven Guitar
032 Distortion Guitar
033 Acoustic Bass
034 Finger Bass
035 Pick Bass
036 Fretless Bass
037 Slap Bass
038 Synth Bass
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BASS
Playing along with the Metronome
Press the [METRONOME] button.
No. Voice Name
039 Techno Bass
040 Dance Bass
STRINGS
041 Strings
042 Chamber Strings
043 Synth Strings
044 Slow Strings
045 Tremolo Strings
046 Pizzicato Strings
047 Orchestra Hit
048 Violin
049 Cello
050 Contrabass
051 Banjo
052 Harp
Want to find out more? See page 20.
No. Voice Name
CHOIR
053 Choir
054 Choir Aahs
055 Choir Oohs
056 Synth Choir
SAXOPHONE
057 Soprano Sax
058 Alto Sax
059 Tenor Sax
060 Baritone Sax
061 Oboe
062 English Horn
063 Bassoon
064 Clarinet
Step 1 Voices
Selecting and Playing Other Voices
The PSR-280 has a huge total of 256 dynamic and realistic instrument voices. Let’s try a few of them out now...
q
Press the [VOICE] button.
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Select a voice.
e
Play the keyboard.
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Want to find out more? See page 23.
Playing with the DJ Feature
The exciting new DJ feature gives you a full variety of dance and DJ sounds — letting you create your own real-time mixes and
groove along with various contemporary rhythms.
q
Press the [DJ] button.
No. Voice Name
TRUMPET
065 Trumpet
066 Muted Trumpet
067 Trombone
068 Trombone Section
069 French Horn
070 Tuba
BRASS
071 Brass Section
072 Synth Brass
073 Jump Brass
074 Techno Brass
FLUTE
075 Flute
076 Piccolo
077 Pan Flute
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No. Voice Name
078 Recorder
079 Ocarina
SYNTH LEAD
080 Square Lead
081 Sawtooth Lead
082 Voice Lead
083 Crystal
084 Brightness
085 Analog Lead
SYNTH PAD
086 Fantasia
087 Bell Pad
088 Xenon Pad
089 Angels
090 Dark Moon
No. Voice Name
PERCUSSION
091 Vibraphone
092 Marimba
093 Xylophone
094 Steel Drums
095 Celesta
096 Tubular Bells
097 Timpani
098 Music Box
099 Strings/Grand Piano
100 Grand Piano/Violin
101 DX Electric Piano/
Harmonica
102 Grand Piano/
Tenor Sax
SPLIT
w
Press the Lesson [L] or [R] button.
e
Play the DJ voice.
Want to find out more? See page 22.
No. Voice Name
103 Choir Oohs/Ocarina
104 Vibraphone/
Jazz Guitar
105 Classical Guitar/
Flute
106
French Horn/Trumpet
107 Church Organ/
Choir Aahs
108 Grand Piano/
Musette Accordion
109 DJ game 1
110 DJ game 2
111 DJ game 3
112 DJ game 4
113 DJ game 5
114 DJ game 6
DJ
No. Voice Name
115 DJ game 7
116 DJ game 8
117 DJ game 9
118 DJ game 10
DRUM KITS
119 Standard Kit 1
120 Standard Kit 2
121 Room Kit
122 Rock Kit
123 Electronic Kit
124 Analog Kit
125 Dance Kit
126 Jazz Kit
127 Brush Kit
128 Symphony Kit
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Quick
Guide
Step 2 Songs
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Playing the Songs
The PSR-280 is packed with a total of 105 songs, including five User songs to which you can record your own performances,
plus 100 songs that not only showcase the high-quality sound of the PSR-280 but can also be used with the educational Lesson
feature.
Playing the Demo songs
Demo songs (001 - 010) showcase the sophisticated features and stunning sound of the PSR-280. Let’s play the
Demo songs now, starting with 001...
z
Press the [DEMO] button.
001
Carmel
x
Stop the Demo song.
or
Naturally, you can also individually select and play back
any of the PSR-280’s songs (001 - 100).
z
Press the [SONG] button.
x
Select a song.
Playing a single song
001
Carmel
002
Virtual
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• The PSR-280 also has a Demo Cancel function that allows you to
disable Demo playback.
c
Start (and stop) the song.
Want to find out more? See page 50.
Step 2 Songs
Recording Your Own Song
Much like a multi-track tape recorder, the PSR-280 lets you play and record the individual parts of your own song in real time.
q
Select the desired User song (101 - 105) for
recording.
102
User 2
w
Simultaneously hold down the [RECORD] button
and press the desired track number button ([1] [5]).
e
Start recording by playing a melody on the keyboard.
The PSR-280 starts recording as soon as you play the
first note on the keyboard.
r
To stop recording, press the [START/STOP] button.
102
User 2
● Song List
No. Song Name
001 Carmel
002 Virtual Insanity
003 Rockin’
004 ★ DX EP
005 ★ Arabesque 1
006 Funky EP
007 Jazz Organ
008 ★ Romance De L'amour
009 ★ Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
010 Honky-Tonk Piano
011 Little Brown Jug
012 Loch Lomond
013 Oh! Susanna
014 Song Of The Pearl Fisher
015
016 Die Lorelei
017 Funiculi-Funicula
018 Turkey In The Straw
019 Old Folks At Home
020 Silent Night
021 Jingle Bells
022 Muss I Denn
023 Ring De Banjo
024
025 Gavotte
No. Song Name
100 Flares
DEMO
(Grand Piano)
(Guitar)
(Strings)
PRACTICE
Wenn Ich Ein Vöglein Wär
?
Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring
No. Song Name
026 String Quartet No.17 2nd
mov. "Serenade"
027 Menuett
028 Canon
029 The Danube Waves
030 From "The Magic Flute"
031 Piano Sonate op.27-2
"Mondschein"
032 "The Surprise" Symphony
033 To A Wild Rose
034 Air de Torëador "Carmen"
035 O Mio Babbino Caro
(From "Gianni Schicchi")
ACCOMPANIMENT
036 Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
037 Beautiful Dreamer
038
Battle Hymn Of The Repub-
lic
039 Home Sweet Home
040 Valse Des Fleurs
(From "The Nutcracker")
041 Aloha Oe
042 I've Been Working On The
Railroad
043 My Darling Clementine
044 Auld Lang Syne
045 Grandfather's Clock
046 Amazing Grace
047 My Bonnie
048 Yankee Doodle
049 Joy To The World
No. Song Name
050 O Du Lieber Augustin
051 ★ Melody in F
052 ★ Greensleeves
053 ★ Souvenir De Moscou op.6
054 ★ Menuett
055 ★ Leggenda Valacca
056 Aura Lee
057 ★ Londonderry Air
058 ★ Nocturne op.9-2
059 ★ Liebesträume Nr.3
060 ★ Tango (Espana)
061 ★ Etude op.10-3 "Chanson
062 ★ Rondo K.V.485
063 ★ Clair De Lune
064 ★
065 ★ The Entertainer
066 ★ Träumerei
067 ★ Auf Flügeln Des Gesanges
068 ★ Prelude (Wohltemperierte
069 ★ La Viollette
070 ★ Für Elise
071 Frühlingsstimmen
072 Danse Des Mirlitons From
073 Frühlingslied
PIANIST
De L'adieu"
Moments Musicaux op.94-3
op.34-2
Klavier 1-1)
ORCHESTRA
"The Nutcracker"
Want to find out more? See page 55.
No. Song Name
074 "Orphëe Aux Enfers"
Ouverture
075 Slavonic Dances No.10
076 American Patrol
077 Camptown Races
078 La Primavera
(From Le Quattro Stagioni)
079 Mëditation De Thais
080 Ungarische Tänze Nr.5
081 Rock Chick
082 Love You
083 Electric Path
084 Laidback
085 Twilight
086 Beach Party
087 Sometime
088 Rock Melon Vamp
089 Slunky
090 Always
091 DJ Game
092 Ragga
093 Digital Rock
094 Hip House
095 All That
096 Pop Reggae
097 Acid House
098 SupaBad
099 Acid Techno
BANDSMAN
DJ
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Quick
Accompaniment
section
Left hand
Auto accompaniment
(for example,
bass + guitar + drums)
Right hand
Melody
+
Guide
Step 3 Auto Accompaniment
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Using the Auto Accompaniment
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The powerful yet easy-to-use Auto Accompaniment features give you professional instrumental backing for your performances. Simply play chords
with your left hand — and the PSR-280 automatically produces appropriate
bass, chord and rhythm backing. Use your right hand to play melodies, and
you’ll sound like an entire band!
• For more infomation on playing proper chords for the auto accompaniment, see “Using Auto Accompaniment — Multi Fingering” on page
42 and “Looking up Chords in the Dictionary” on the next page.
z
Press the [STYLE] button.
This calls up the Style mode.
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Select a style.
Refer to the Style List on page 81.
c
Turn the auto accompaniment on.
002
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