Yamaha PSR-E353 User Manual

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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.

WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone

could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you must use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25’ cord (or less ) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local electrician.

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.

Some Yamaha products may have benches and / or accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied with the product or as optional accessories. Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed. Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other uses are recommended.

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, never mix old batteries with new ones, and never mix different types of batteries. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:

Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

92-BP (bottom)

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

Type of Equipment : Digital Keyboard

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

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

* This applies only to products distributed by

YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.

Telephone : 714-522-9011

Model Name : PSR-E353

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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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: 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. (class B)

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.

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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

For AC adaptor

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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

• Ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée. (can_b_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.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

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About the Manuals

In addition to this Owner’s Manual, the following Online materials (PDF files) are available.

MIDI Reference

Contains MIDI-related information, such as the MIDI Implementation Chart.

MIDI Basics (only in English, French, German and Spanish)

Contains basic explanations about what MIDI is and can do.

Computer-related Operations

Contains instructions about computer-related functions.

iPhone/iPad Connection Manual

Explains how to connect the instrument to smart devices, such iPhone, iPad, etc.

To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha Downloads, enter “PSR-E353” (for example) to the Model Name box, then click [SEARCH].

Yamaha Downloads

http://download.yamaha.com/

Song Book (only in English, French, German and Spanish)

Contains music scores for the preset Songs (excluding the Demo Songs) of this instrument. After completing the user registration at the website below, you can download this Song Book free of charge.

Yamaha Online Member

https://member.yamaha.com/myproduct/regist/ You will need the PRODUCT ID on the sheet (“Online Member Product Registration”) packaged with this manual in order to fill out the User Registration form.

Included Accessories

• Owner’s Manual (this book)

• AC adaptor

• Music rest

• Online Member Product Registration

*1: May not be included depending on your particular locale. Check with your Yamaha dealer. *2: The PRODUCT ID on the sheet will be needed when you fill out the User Registration form.

Formats and functions

GM System Level 1

“GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI standard which ensures that any GMcompatible 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.

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).

Style File Format (SFF)

The Style File Format combines all of Yamaha’s auto accompaniment knowhow into a single unified format.

Touch Response

The exceptionally natural Touch Response feature gives you maximum expressive control over the level of the Voi ce s.

PSR-E353 Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Keyboard! 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.

Contents

About the Manuals................................................ 5

Included Accessories............................................ 5

Formats and functions .......................................... 5

Setting Up

Panel Controls and Terminals 10

Setting Up 12

Power Requirements .......................................... 12

Using the music rest ........................................... 13

Connecting Headphones (sold separately) or

External Audio Equipment ............................. 13

Connecting a Footswitch to the [SUSTAIN] jack

Turning the Power On/Off................................... 13

Auto Power Off Function .................................... 14

Setting the Volume ............................................. 14

Selecting an EQ Setting for the Best Sound....... 14

Changing the Touch Response of the Keyboard

.. 13

.14

Display Items and Basic Operations 15

Display Items ...................................................... 15

Basic Operations ................................................ 15

Reference

Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices 16

Selecting a Main Voice ....................................... 16

Playing the “Grand Piano” .................................. 16

Using the Metronome ......................................... 16

Layering a Dual Voice ........................................ 17

Playing a Split Voice in the Left Hand area ........ 17

Playing with enhanced, more spacious sound

(Ultra-Wide Stereo)........................................ 18

Applying Effects to the Sound ............................ 18

Adding Harmony or Arpeggio ............................. 19

Playing the keyboard with two persons (Duo mode) 21

Playing Styles 22

Using the Music Database.................................. 23

Registering a Style File....................................... 23

Style Variations—Sections ................................. 24

Changing the Tempo .......................................... 24

Chord Types for Style Playback ......................... 25

Looking Up Chords Using the Chord Dictionary. 26

Playing Songs 27

Listening to a Demo Song .................................. 27

Selecting and Playing Back a Song.................... 27

BGM Playback.................................................... 28

Song Fast Forward, Fast Reverse, and Pause .. 28

Changing the Melody Voice................................ 28

A-B Repeat......................................................... 29

Turning Each Part On/Off ................................... 29

Playing an External Audio Device with the Built-in Speakers 30

Lowering the volume of a melody part (Melody

Suppressor function) ...................................... 30

Using the Song Lesson Feature 31

Downloading the Song Book...............................31

Keys To Success ................................................31

Listening, Timing and Waiting ............................. 33

Keys to Success with Listening, Timing or Waiting

Phrase Repeat ....................................................34

..34

Hearing and Experiencing the Sound of the Chords (Chord Study) 35

Hear and experience a sound of a single chord..35 Hear and experience basic chord progressions.. 35

Playing Chords Along With Chord Progressions of a Song

Play the chords in combination with “Waiting”

of the Lesson function .................................... 36

Recording Your Performance 37

Track Structure of a Song ................................... 37

Quick Recording.................................................. 37

Recording to a Specified Track ........................... 38

Clearing a User Song.......................................... 38

Memorizing Your Favorite Panel Settings 39

Memorizing Panel Settings to the Registration

Memory .......................................................... 39

Recalling Panel Settings from the Registration

Memory .......................................................... 39

The Functions 40

Using with a Computer or iPhone/iPad 43

Connecting to a computer ................................... 43

Connecting an iPhone/iPad.................................43

Backup and Initialization 43

Backup Parameters.............................................43

Initialization ......................................................... 43

Appendix

Troubleshooting............................................. 44

Song Book Sample ........................................ 46

Voice List ........................................................ 56

Drum Kit List ..................................................61

Song List......................................................... 64

Style List ......................................................... 65

Music Database List ......................................66

Effect Type List .............................................. 67

Specifications................................................. 69

Index................................................................ 70

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PRECAUTIONS

Power supply/AC adaptor

Do not open

Water warning

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.

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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.

• When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible.

CAUTION

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.

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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 69) 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.

• 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 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.

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.

DMI-5 1/3

Serial No.

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• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning

Fire warning

Battery

If you notice any abnormality

Power supply/AC adaptor

Location

Connections

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.

- Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be

charged.

- Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as

necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys.

- Use the specified battery type (page 69) 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.

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:

• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs,

• 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.

• 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.

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.

• Use only the stand specified for the instrument. When attaching it, use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause 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.

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• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the

Handling caution

instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons,

• 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 or keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you or others, damage to the instrument or other property, or operational failure.

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, 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.

switches or connectors.

• Do not use the instrument/device 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.

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 iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, we recommend that you set “Airplane Mode” to “ON” on that device in order to avoid noise caused by communication.

• 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.

 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 43) 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 43).

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.

 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.

• iPhone, iPad and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. 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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Panel Controls and Terminals

!1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6

@1 @2 @3 @4

@5 @6

@7 @8

C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6

Song List

(page 64)

Style List

(page 65)

Display

(page 15)

Front Panel

Voice List

(page 56)

Music Database List

(page 66)

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q [ ] (Standby/On) switch ..................... page 13

#3 #4

#1 #2

Rear Panel

w [MASTER VOLUME] dial ......................page 13

e [DEMO] button......................................page 28

r [FUNCTION] button..............................page 40

t [METRONOME] button.........................page 16

y [TEMPO/TAP] button............................page 24

In the Lesson mode

u PART

[L] button ..............................................page 33

[R] button..............................................page 33

In the Recording mode

u [REC TRACK 2] button.........................page 37

[REC TRACK 1] button.........................page 37

i [KEYS TO SUCCESS] button...............page 31

o [PHRASE REPEAT] button ..................page 34

!0 [1 LISTENING 2 TIMING 3 WAITING] button

...............................................................page 33

In the Song mode

!1 [A-B REPEAT] button...........................page 29

!2 [REW] button........................................page 28

!3 [FF] button ............................................page 28

!4 [PAUSE] button.....................................page 28

Panel Controls and Terminals

#0 [SUSTAIN] jack..................................... page 13

#1 [USB TO HOST] terminal*....................page 43

#2 [AUX IN] jack ........................................page 30

#3 [PHONES/OUTPUT] jack ..................... page 13

#4 DC IN jack............................................. page 12

* For connecting to a computer. For details, refer to “Computer-

related Operations” (page 5) on the website. When connecting, use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters. USB 3.0 cables cannot be used.

!1 [ACMP ON/OFF] button .......................page 22

!2 [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button.................page 24

!3 [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button....................page 24

!4 [SYNC START] button..........................page 22

!5 [START/STOP] button ..................pages 22, 27

!6 [REC] button.........................................page 37

!7 [SONG] button......................................page 27

!8 [VOICE] button .....................................page 16

!9 [STYLE] button.....................................page 22

@0 Number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-] ...........page 15

@1 [PORTABLE GRAND] button ............... page 16

@3 [MELODY SUPPRESSOR] button........page 30

@4 [REGIST MEMORY] button ..................page 39

@5 [MUSIC DATABASE] button.................page 23

@6 [DUAL] button.......................................page 17

@7 [SPLIT] button ......................................page 17

@8 [HARMONY] button..............................page 19

@9 Drum illustrations for the Drum Kit .... page 16

In the Style mode

[ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] button .

Each of these indicates the drum or percussion instrument assigned to the corresponding key for “Standard Kit 1.”

.........page 18

The “Press & 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

WARNING

CAUTION

AC outlet

adaptor

DC IN jack

(page 11)

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

1 Make sure that the power of the instrument is off

(the backlight display is off).

• Use the specified adaptor (page 69) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.

2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack (power

supply jack).

3 Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

• 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.

 Installing the batteries

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.

NOTE

• After turning off the power, follow this procedure in reverse order to disconnect the AC adaptor.

• Power will be automatically drawn from the AC adaptor if an AC adaptor is connected while batteries are installed in the instrument.

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.

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4 Replace the compartment cover, making sure that

it locks firmly in place.

• Connecting or disconnecting the power adaptor with batteries installed may turn the power off, resulting in loss of data being recorded or transferred at the time.

• Change the setting of the instrument according to the kind of battery you are using (Battery Type; page 42).

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.

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

NOTICE

Insert the music rest into the slots as shown.

1/4” stereo phone plug

CAUTION

NOTICE

CAUTION

After installing new batteries and turning the power on, make sure to set the Battery Type appropriately (rechargeable or not) via Function number 046 (page

42).

Setting Up

• When the instrument’s sound is output to an external device, first turn on the power to the instrument, then to the external device. Reverse this order when you turn the power off.

• Failure to set the Battery Type may shorten the amount of the battery life. Make sure to set the Battery Type correctly.

Using the music rest

Connecting Headphones (sold separately) or External Audio Equipment

Connecting a Footswitch to the [SUSTAIN] jack

You can produce a natural sustain as you play by pressing a Footswitch (FC5/FC4A; sold separately) plugged into the [SUSTAIN] jack.

NOTE

• 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.

• The sustain function does not affect split voices (page 17) and style (automatic accompaniment; page 22).

Turning the Power On/Off

1 Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to “MIN.”

A pair of stereo headphones with a 1/4” stereo phone plug can be plugged in here for convenient monitoring. The speakers are automatically shut off when a plug is inserted into this jack. The [PHONES/OUTPUT] jack also functions as an external output. You can connect the [PHONES/ OUTPUT] jack to a computer, a keyboard amplifier, stereo system, mixer, recorder, or other line-level audio device to send the instrument’s output signal to that device.

• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, set all volume levels to the minimum, then turn off the power for all components.

2 Press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the

power. While playing the keyboard, adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] dial. To turn off the power, press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch again for a second.

• When using a power adaptor, even when the power is off, a small amount of electricity is still being consumed by the instrument. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the AC adaptor from the wall AC outlet.

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Setting Up

NOTICE

CAUTION

Current Master EQ type

Hold for longer than a second.

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 will elapse before the power is automatically turned off is set by default to 30 minutes.



To set the time that elapses before Auto Power Off is executed:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times until “AutoOff ” (Function 045; page 42) appears, then use the [+] or [-] 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 off the power, then press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power while holding down the lowest key. The Auto Power Off function also can be disabled by selecting Off in Function number 045 (page 42).

NOTE

• Generally, the data and settings are maintained even when the power is turned off. For details, see page 43.

Selecting an EQ Setting for the Best Sound

Six different master equalizer (EQ) settings give you the best possible sound when listening through different reproduction systems—the instrument’s internal speakers, headphones, or an external speaker system.

Hold down the [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO]

button for longer than a second to call up “024 MasterEQ” (Function 024; page

41).

“MasterEQ” is shown in the display for a few seconds, and the current Master EQ type appears.

MasterEQ

024

Speaker

024

• 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.

Setting the Volume

When you start playing, use the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to adjust the volume of the entire keyboard sound.

• Do not use this instrument at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be damaged.

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Use the [+] or [-] button to select the

desired Master EQ type.

Master EQ types

1 Speaker

2 Headphone

3 Boost Features more powerful sound.

4 Piano Optimum for piano solo performance.

5Bright

6 Mild

Optimum for listening via the instrument’s built-in speakers.

Optimum for headphones, or for listening via external speakers.

Lowers the mid range for a brighter sound.

Lowers the high range for a softer sound.

Changing the Touch Response of the Keyboard

You can specify the Touch Response (how the sound responds to your playing strength). This can be set via Function number 007 (page 40).

Display Items and Basic Operations

GrandPno

001

003

These indicate the operating condition of the instrument.

Song/Voice/Style

Normally this indicates the notes you play. When the Song Lesson function is used, this indicates the current notes and chord of playback. When the Dictionary function (page 26) is used, this indicates the notes of the chord you specify.

Notation

• Any notes occurring below or above the staff are indicated by “8va.”

• For a few specific chords, not all notes may be shown, due to space limitations in the display.

This area indicates the Lesson related status is on.

Keys To Success (page 31)

Phrase Repeat (page

34) Chord Progression (page 36)

Indicates the Passing Status (page 32) of the Keys To Success lesson.

Lesson Indication

Each indication is shown when the corresponding function is turned on.

...

Touch Response (page 14)

...

Ultra-Wide Stereo (page 18)

...

Auto Accompaniment (page 22)

... Split (page

)

... Dual (page

)

... Harmony (page

)

... Arpeggio (page

)

... Duo (page

)

On/Off status

Indicates the chord which is played on the Auto Accompaniment range (page 22) of the keyboard, or specified via Song playback.

Normally indicates the current measure number of current Style or Song. When the [FUNCTION] button (page 40) is in use, this indicates the Function number.

Indicates notes currently being played. 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

Keyboard Display

003

Indicates the on/off status of Song playback or target Track of Song recording (page 29, 38).

Lit: Track contains data

Unlit: Track is muted or contains no data

Flashing: Track is selected as recording track

Indicates the current beat of playback.

Song Track status

Beat

Press number buttons [0], [0], [3], or simply press [3].

Example: Selecting Voice 003,

Harpsichord.

Press briefly to increase.

Press briefly to decrease.

Display Items

NOTE

Basic Operations

Before operating the instrument, it may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the basic controls below that are used to select items and change values.

 Number buttons

Use the Number buttons to directly enter an item or value. For numbers that start with one or two zeroes, the first zeroes can be omitted.

 [-] and [+] buttons

Press the [+] button briefly to increase the value by 1, or press the [-] button briefly to decrease the value by 1. Press and hold either button to continuously increase or decrease the value in the corresponding direction.

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Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices

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001

Voi c e n a m e

The Voice shown here becomes the Main Voice for the instrument.

Voi ce n u mbe r

Appears after the [VOICE] button is pressed.

Select 096 Flute

Tempo

090

Current Tempo value

Reference

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.

The Voice number and name will be shown.

Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-]

buttons to select the desired Voice.

Refer to the Voice List on page 56.

096

Flute

Play the keyboard.

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 Grand Piano” 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

the metronome.

Press the [METRONOME] button again

to stop the metronome.

Preset Voice Types

001–196 Instrument Voices (including sound effects).

Various drum and percussion sounds are

197–214 (Drum Kit)

215–234

235–573 XGlite Voices (page 58)

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assigned to individual keys, from which they can be played. Details on the instruments and key assignments of each Drum Kit can be found in the Drum Kit List on page 61.

Arpeggios are automatically reproduced by simply playing the keyboard (page 19).

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 the [AUX IN] jack). Simply select Voice number “000” to activate this feature.

To change the tempo:

Press the [TEMPO/TAP] button to call up the Tempo value, then use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-].

Press the [+] and [-] 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” (Functions 036; page 42), then use the Number buttons.

To set the Metronome Volume:

This can be set via Function number 038 (page 42).

Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices

Appears when Dual Voice is on

Two Voices will sound at the same time.

Appears when Split Voice is on

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)

Layering a 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 Dual on.

001

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Press the [DUAL] button again to exit

from Dual.

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 012; page 41), then using the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-].

Playing a Split Voice in the Left Hand area

By dividing the keyboard into the two separate areas, you can play a different Voice between the Left hand and Right hand areas.

Press the [SPLIT] button to turn on Split.

The keyboard is divided into the Left hand and Right hand areas.

001

GrandPno

You can play a “Split Voice” on the Left hand area of the keyboard while playing a Main Voice and Dual Voice on the Right hand area of the keyboard. The highest key for the Left hand area is referred to as the “Split Point” (Function 006; which can be changed from the default F#2 key.

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)

Press the [SPLIT] button again to exit

from Split.

To select a different Split Voice:

Press and hold the [Split] button to call up “S.Voice” (Function 016; [0]–[9], [+], [-].

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001

Appears when UltraWide Stereo is on.

Playing with enhanced, more spacious sound (Ultra-Wide Stereo)

You can play the keyboard with a spacious, wider sound effect that gives you the sensation of hearing the sound outside of the speakers by turning on the Ultra-Wide Stereo effect.

Press the [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] but-

ton to turn it on.

The sound will expand around you—as if the speaker position is outside of the instrument.

Press the [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] but-

ton again to turn it off.

To select the Ultra-Wide Stereo type:

Press and hold the [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] button to call up “Wide” (Function 025; the Number buttons.

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), then use

Applying Effects to the Sound

This instrument can apply various Effects as listed below to the instrument’s sound.

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 ( set the Reverb depth via Function number 021 (

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 (

Panel Sustain

By turning on the Sustain parameter of Function number 023 ( matic sustain to the keyboard Voices. Sustain can also be applied as desired with the footswitch (sold separately; page 13).

NOTE

• Even if you turn on Panel Sustain, there are some Voices to which sustain is not applied.

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), you can add a fixed, auto-

). You can also

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Adding Harmony or Arpeggio

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001

Appears when the Harmony is turned on.

Appears when the Arpeggio is turned on.

NOTE

Duet

001

028

Harm/Arp

028

Current type

Hold for longer than a second.

NOTE

You can add harmony or arpeggio notes to the Main Voice. 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 or the Dual 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. This feature can be used creatively in music production as well as performance.

Press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] but-

ton to turn on the Harmony or Arpeggio function.

Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices

Hold down the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO]

button for longer than a second so that “Harm/Arp” (Functions 028; page 41) appears on the display.

After “Harm/Arp” is shown for a few seconds, the current type appears.

Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-]

buttons to select the desired type.

When you want to specify a Harmony Type, refer to the Harmony Type list on page 67; to specify an Arpeggio Type, refer to the Arpeggio Type list on page 67.

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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 below.

• The Harmony effect can be added to only the Main Voice.

• When selecting a Voice number between 215 and 234, 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 22) and press chords in the auto accompaniment range of the keyboard.

• When playing one of the Arpeggio Types 143 to 176, select one of the following dedicated Voices as the Main Voice.

143–173: Select a drum Voice. 174 (China): Select “StdKit1 + Chinese Perc” (Voice No.207). 175 (Indian): Select “Indian Kit 1” (Voice No.208) or “Indian Kit 2” (Voice No.209). 176 (Arabic): Select “Arabic Kit” (Voice No.210).

Press a note or notes on the keyboard to

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.

To turn the Harmony or Arpeggio off,

press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] button again.

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How the effect is applied to the sound for 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 22).

• 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 225 and 234 as the Main Voice will turn on Arpeggio and Split automatically.

Pdl Func

Sustain

031

Arp Hold

031

Holding the Arpeggio Playback via the Footswitch (Hold)

You can set the instrument so that Arpeggio playback continues even after the note has been released, by pressing the footswitch connected to the [SUSTAIN] jack.

Press a [FUNCTION] button a number of

times until the “Pdl Func” (Function 031) item appears on the display.

After “Pdl Func” is shown for a few seconds, the current setting is shown.

NOTE

To adjust the Harmony Volume:

This can be adjusted via Function number 029 (

To adjust the Arpeggio Velocity:

This can be adjusted via Function number 030 (

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Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-]

buttons to select “Arp Hold.”

If you want to restore the footswitch function to sustain, select “Sustain.” If you want to use both hold and sustain functions, select “Hold+Sus.”

Try playing the keyboard with Arpeggio

playback using the footswitch.

Press the notes to trigger the Arpeggio, then press the footswitch. Even if you release the notes, Arpeggio playback will continue. To stop Arpeggio playback, release the footswitch.

Playing the keyboard with two persons (Duo mode)

DuoMode

Equivalent to C3

Split Point: 066 (F#3)

Left Voice

Equivalent to C3

Right Voice

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.

To start this instrument in the Duo

mode, simultaneously hold down the [L] button and press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power.

“DuoMode” is shown in the display for a few seconds, and the F#3 key becomes the 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).

• In the Duo mode, the Split Point cannot be changed

from F

One person should play the left Voice

section of the keyboard while the other plays the right Voice section.

Selecting a Voice

Select a Voice by executing Steps 1 and 2 in “Selecting a Main Voice” on page 16.

• When a Dual Voice is selected from Voice numbers 162 to 188, the left Voice section sounds only the Main Voice.

• Certain functions such as Lesson, Harmony/Arpeggio and Dual cannot be used in the Duo mode.

How sounds are output in the Duo mode

Notes played in the left Voice section sound from the left side speaker while notes played in the right Voice section sound from the right side speaker, in the initial Duo mode setting. This output setting can be changed from the “VoiceOut” setting (Function 027; page 41).

• In the Duo mode, the pan, volume and tonal characteristics of the strereo sound may differ from those in the normal mode, due to the setting of VoiceOut = “Separate” (page 41). 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 foot switch (page 13) connected to the [SUSTAIN] jack.

• Set “Sustain” (Function 023; page 41) to on.

• Sustain cannot be applied independently to the left Voice section and the right Voice section.

• While Panel Sustain is on, the setting of hold is maintained even when the power is turned off.

Style Playback in the Duo mode

Although full Style features (accompaniment) cannot be used in the Duo mode, the rhythm part of a Style can be played back while playing the left/right Voices normally.

Recording in the Duo mode

The right Voice section and the left Voice section are recorded on the same track.

To exit from the Duo mode, press the

[ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn off the power, and turn the power back on again normally.

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Playing Styles

Style Name

Style Number

This icon appears when the [STYLE] button is pressed.

LoveSong

025

This icon appears when automatic accompaniment is on.

Split Point ... default setting: 054 (F#2)

Auto

Accompaniment

range

036

(C1)

048 (C2)

060

(C3)

072

(C4)

084

(C5)

096

(C6)

LoveSong

025

Flashes when sync start is on.

Split Point

• Since the Pianist category Styles (150–158) have no rhythm parts, no sound will be produced if you start rhythm-only playback. When playing these Styles, make sure to carry out Steps 2–4 on this page.

NOTE

This instrument includes the Auto Accompaniment feature that plays appropriate “Styles” (rhythm + bass + chord accompaniment). You can select from a huge variety of Styles covering a wide range of musical genres.

Press the [STYLE] button, then use the

number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-] to select the desired Style.

The Style List is provided on the front panel, or in the Style List (page 65).

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8BtModrn

Press the [ACMP ON/OFF] button to turn

on the Auto Accompaniment.

With this operation, the area of the keyboard to the left of the Split Point (054: F#2) becomes the “Auto Accompaniment range” and is used only for specifying the chords.

Press the [SYNC START] button to turn

Synchro Start on.

Play a chord in the Auto Accompani-

ment range to start playback.

Play a melody with the right hand and chords with the left hand. For information about chords, refer to “Chord Types for Style Playback” (page 25) or use the Chord Dictionary function (page 26).

Press the [START/STOP] button to stop

playback.

You can add intro, ending and rhythm variations to Style playback by using “Sections.” For details, refer to page 24.

The highest key for the Auto Accompaniment range is referred to as the “Split Point,” which can be changed from the default of F#2 via Function number 006 (page 40).

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To play back the rhythm part only

If you press the [START/STOP] button (without pressing the [ACMP ON/OFF] button in step 2), only the rhythm part can be played back, and you can play a melody performance using the entire keyboard range.

Adjusting the Style Volume

To adjust the volume balance between Style playback and keyboard, you can adjust the Style Volume. This can be set via Function number 001 (page 40).

Playing Styles

StyleReg

008

Using the Music Database

If you have difficulty finding and selecting the desired Style and Voice, use this feature. From the Music Database, just selecting the favorite music genre calls up the ideal settings.

Press the [MUSIC DATABASE] button.

Both the Auto Accompaniment and Synchro Start are automatically turned on.

001

AlvFever

Use the number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-] to

select the desired Music Database.

This operation calls up the panel settings such as Voice and Style that are registered to the selected Music Database. The category name of Music Database List is provided on the front panel, or in the Music Database List (page 66).

Play the keyboard as described in Steps

4–5 on page 22.

Registering a Style File

In addition to the Preset Styles, you can register an external Style file (“.sty” file transferred from a computer) as Style number 159 which will be used in the same way as the Preset Styles.

Transfer the Style file (***.sty) from a

computer to this instrument by using Musicsoft Downloader.

For instructions, refer to “Computer-related Operations” (page 5) on the website. You can transfer two or more Styles to this instrument although only a single Style can be registered to Style number 159.

Press the [FUNCTION] button several

times until “StyleReg” (Function 008; page 40) appears.

After about two seconds, a registerable Style file name will appear in the display.

If necessary, select the desired Style by

using the [+] or [-] button.

Press the [0] button.

A confirmation message for the register operation will appear.

Press the [+/YES] button to actually reg-

ister the file.

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